Sewing implement carrying case system

Abstract

Sewing implement carrying case system, comprising: a clamshell-type rigid case member comprising mating perimeter portions and comprising a hinged area on a perimeter portion and an opening area on another perimeter portion; contrasting color zipper enclosure means for optionally maintaining the case member with the perimeter portions engaged in a closed position adapted for retaining contents held within said case member; a plurality of multi-layered interchangeable inserts removably retainable within the case member, each insert comprising a layer defining a plurality of receptacles, the receptacles adapted for organized retention of a plurality of implements within the case member for easy selection and removal when the case member is open and for transport when the case member is closed, each insert also preferably comprising a more dense base enclosing layer imparting structural integrity to each interchangeable insert; and a handle attached to at least one of the portions of the case member.

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION[0001]This invention relates generally to rigid-surface carrying cases having internal insert retaining members defining a plurality of receptacles for carrying items within the carrying case, and more particularly to a sewing implement carrying case system having rigid outer clamshell-type members and interchangeable multi-layered insert retaining members retainable within and adapted preferably for use retaining sewing machine implements, such as for example different types of sewing machine feet, tool boxes, bobbins, and other sewing-related tools.BACKGROUND OF INVENTION[0002]There are a broad range of types of sewing machines for a likewise broad range of sewing purposes, such as quilting machines, standard fabric sewing machines, machines for sewing heavy-duty fabrics, such as leather, sergers for finishing raw edges on fabric, and computerized machines for embroidery.[0003]Further, there are many tools associated with sewing with today's modern sewing machine...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The patent describes a sewing implement carrying case system that allows users to customize the number of interchangeable inserts held within the case by selecting different ones. The interchangeable inserts are lightly force-fit retained in the case, making them easy to select and remove. The case system can be made with different outer dimensions to accommodate different needs. The interchangeable inserts can be made of multi-layered polymer foam, with different layers providing different levels of structure and durability. The inserts can also have a cutout portion to make it easier to remove and reattach them. The technical effects of this system include improved access and customization options for sewing implements.

Problems solved by technology

In the past those who sew have had a difficult time transporting all of these tools in a safe, secure, flexible, tailored-to-the-occasion, and non-damaging, way.

Many have just thrown these various tools in a bag, such as a leather satchel, and this has led to frustration in trying to find the right tool when it is needed, this has led to damage of the tools, and this has even resulted in injury upon the user's rummaging around in the bag to find the right tool.

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