Abstract: Devices and related methods for, among other things, maintaining the warp/weft threads of a backing layer of material (e.g., fabric) in a fixed orientation while being sewed are described and provided.

Abstract: The present system relates generally to a piece of exercise equipment that may be used to assist in the performance of the plank exercise along with a method of using the same. The system includes various embodiments that include horizontal bars with cushions that are supported at one or more vertical heights. A person may rest a portion of their body on the cushions of the horizontal bars so as to alleviate a portion of the weight associated with performing the plank exercise and to help provide balance and stability while performing the exercise.

Abstract: Mesh may be stretched between rollers of a roller frame using a tool to grip a locking strip slot in the roller at about the middle of the roller and turning the roller using the tool. A rectangular frame may support the roller frame in a planer configuration during stretching. A jack coupled to the rectangular frame may be used to apply rotational force to the tool for rotating the roller. A triangular locking strip may be stitched to the mesh for insertion into the locking strip slot from the top instead of the end of the slot.

Abstract: A modified static silkscreen frame including elongated elements on the upper surface of each frame element to mate with downwardly facing securement elements along the edge of a silkscreen panel, such that the panel may be properly tensioned and retensioned as necessary.

Abstract: This is a needlework accessory to aid in the protection of non-working ends of needlework fabric once it is mounted on a scroll bar or like frame from becoming soiled or damaged from repeated handling. The accessory is secured to the non-working end of the needlework fabric with magnets incorporated in the ends of accessory fabric strips which then wrap around the ends of non-working needlework fabric mounted on a scroll bar or like frame.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for uniformly pulling a base fabric taut for rug hooking. The apparatus includes an open rectangular frame having spaced parallel upper and lower members and spaced parallel side members having upper surfaces in a common plane. Grippers are pivotally supported on each of the frame members, wherein each of the grippers has a hinged outer edge and an upper surface adapted to grip the base fabric. Each gripper is independently pivotal between a relaxed position wherein the upper surface is parallel to the frame common plane and a raised position in which its upper surface is inclined outwardly. The apparatus further includes gripper actuators each having a gripper engagement end and a hand engagement end. The actuators are pivotal between a relaxed position and an engaged position, whereby the actuator moves the gripper to its raised position when the actuator is moved to the engaged position.

Abstract: A quilting frame for the purpose of both free hand and machine quilting consisting of a pair of frame ends (21 and 22) supporting three rods (25, 26, and 27). The rods (25, 26, and 27) hold material to be quilted. As the quilting process progresses, the material is wound onto the take-up rod (25). The proper tension for both hand and hand-machine guided quilting is applied to each piece of material mounted on the rods through clutch assemblies (55). The quilt frame is adjustable for both tilt and height using assemblies 60 and 65 respectively. The adjustment technique is simple and easy to perform, facilitating both hand and home machine quilting.

Abstract: The print screen frame tensioning system, generally rectangular in shape and fabricated from extruded rectangular tubular rails, when assembled, each side rail of the frame has a longitudinal channel, circular in cross sectional area, formed in each of the tubular rails for substantially the length of the tubular rails for receipt of a locking rod, the locking rod being axially serrated and the longitudinal channel being axially serrated, each locking rod having a tensioning fitting formed on one of its longitudinal ends, the frame having a plurality of throughbores in its side walls for receipt of a locking bolt, the frame and print screen being assembled by placing the frame on a support, spreading the screen or fabric material across the frame, positioning the locking rods in their respective longitudinal channels in their respective tubular rails, selectively engaging the fitting end of the lock rods to rotate them and thus cause tension on the screen or fabric panel, and simultaneously tightening the plu

Abstract: A device for supporting the corner of a silkscreen frame during the stretching and attachment of the silkscreen, including a unifying plate to support the various elements. The plate is removably secured to a table and includes a position defining corner support flanked by a pair of spaced torsion absorbing pads and a calibrated tower to capture the stretching tool and assuring proper and constant tension.

Abstract: The print screen frame tensioning system, generally rectangular in shape and fabricated from extruded rectangular tubular rails, when assembled, each side rail of the frame has a longitudinal channel, circular in cross sectional area, formed in each of the tubular rails for substantially the length of the tubular rails for receipt of a locking rod, the locking rod being axially serrated and the longitudinal channel being axially serrated, each locking rod having a tensioning fitting formed on one of its longitudinal ends, the frame having a plurality of throughbores in its side walls for receipt of a locking bolt, the frame and print screen being assembled by placing the frame on a support, spreading the screen or fabric material across the frame, positioning the locking rods in their respective longitudinal channels in their respective tubular rails, selectively engaging the fitting end of the lock rods to rotate them and thus cause tension on the screen or fabric panel, and simultaneously tightening the plu

Abstract: A method and apparatus is provided for easily and precisely adjusting the tension of fabric on a frame. A side member includes an adjustment member that is movable relative to the side member. The tension of the fabric is adjusted by adjusting the position of the adjustment member. The side member may also be provided in various lengths depending on the desires of a user.

Abstract: A textile or other material holding frame portion having a pair of side members and two or more lateral members extending between the sides to define a generally rectangular configuration. One embodiment uses stationary frame members with retainers for material retention and/or tensioning, and another embodiment uses rotating frame members to provide the desired tensioning. Both embodiments may include pressure joints and/or slip joints, be self-supporting, table supported or utilize a base support.