Embroidering frame assembly

Abstract

The invention relates to an embroidery frame arrangement 1, which can be attached to a sewing or embroidery machine and on which a textile structure T, at least partially tubular or sack-like, can be clamped to provide a flat, single-layer first section T1 of the tubular or sack-like section of the textile structure T to be embroidered, on which an embroidery pattern can be created using the sewing or embroidery machine. The embroidery frame arrangement 1 has a first frame part R1 and a second frame part R2 that can be attached to it, and / or a second frame part R2 and a third frame part R3 that can be attached to it. The tubular or sack-like section of the textile structure T can be engaged between the first frame part R1 and the second frame part R2 when the second frame part R2 is brought into contact with the first frame part R1 and / or when the third frame part R3 is brought into contact with the second frame part R2.between the second frame part R2 and the third frame part R3. This allows the flat, single-layer first section T1 of the tubular or sack-like section of the textile structure T to be made available for embroidery on and around the second frame part R2, or on and around the third frame part R3.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to an embroidery frame arrangement which can be assigned to a sewing machine or embroidery machine.

[0002] It is known to attach embroidery devices or modules to sewing machines in order to use the sewing machine as an embroidery machine as well.

[0003] Such embroidery frame arrangements are known, for example, from documents EP 0 877 112 B1, US 6 298 800 B1, US 7 258 071 B2, EP 1 783 258 B1 and EP 4 056 744 B1.

[0004] From JPS5936024B2, an embroidery frame arrangement is known that enables the embroidery of sack-like textile items such as stockings using an embroidery machine. It comprises an upper frame part with a flange-like projection, on which recesses are formed for attachment to a receiving frame of an embroidery machine, and a lower frame part with a flange-like protruding collar and a ring frame. One side of a sack-like textile item to be embroidered is clamped between the upper and lower frames in a conventional manner. The other side is turned inside out and gathered between the flanges of the upper and lower frames. The additional ring frame serves to fix a strip of embroidery stabilizer to the lower frame before the section of the sack-like textile item to be embroidered is clamped between the upper and lower frame parts.

[0005] From JPS62162066A, another embroidery frame arrangement is known that is suitable for embroidering sack-like textiles such as stockings. It comprises an upper frame part with an elongated oval wall and a circumferential flange projecting outwards at the upper edge of this wall. It further comprises a lower frame part with an elongated oval wall, the shape and size of which are adapted to those of the upper frame part so that a section of a stocking or sack-like textile can be clamped between the two frame parts for embroidery using a sewing machine. The lower frame part includes projecting flange sections at its narrow end faces. The lower frame part is inserted into the sack-like textile, and a section of the textile is clamped between the frame parts.To embroider the framed section, the sack-like textile structure is placed over the forearm of the sewing machine and the upper frame part is attached to the magnet on the machine side.

[0006] From EP4056744A1, an embroidery frame arrangement is known which comprises an inner frame part and an outer frame part, between which a section of a sack- or tube-like textile fabric can be clamped for embroidery. The inner frame part is connected via a bridge spanning the outer frame part to a docking device for attachment to a sewing machine.

[0007] The invention is based on the objective of providing an embroidery frame arrangement that makes it easy to embroider a partial area of ​​different elastic tubular or sack-like textile structures.

[0008] To solve the problem, an embroidery frame arrangement with the features according to claim 1 is provided, which can be assigned to a sewing machine or embroidery machine and on which at least a partially tubular or sack-like textile structure can be clamped in order to provide a planar, single-layer first partial area of ​​the tubular or sack-like section of the textile structure to be embroidered, on which an embroidery pattern can be created by means of the sewing machine or embroidery machine, wherein the embroidery frame arrangement has a first frame part and a second frame part that can be fixed thereto and a third frame part that can be brought into engagement with the second frame part, wherein the tubular or sack-like section of the textile structure can be fixed between the second frame part and the third frame part when the third frame part is brought into engagement with the second frame part.can be determined and the flat, single-layer first section of the tubular or sack-like part to be embroidered is available for embroidery on the third frame part and surrounded by it.

[0009] The first section of the textile to be embroidered is therefore easily accessible to a needle and the embroidery process. Furthermore, the second frame section, positioned between the first and third frame sections, acts as an adapter. Thus, with a first frame section adapted to a specific sewing machine and featuring a specific docking and tensioning device, various types of third frame sections can be used, each adapted to a specific textile and / or a specific section of it to be embroidered. Only a relatively simple, inexpensive second frame section without a docking or tensioning device is required.

[0010] The third frame part has a first formation projecting away from the third frame part, to which a first edge area of ​​an inverted and stretched second part of the tube-like or sack-like section can be fixed, in particular hooked in or wrapped around.

[0011] This allows the second part, which is not to be embroidered and initially covers the first part to be embroidered, to be easily moved away by stretching, so that the first part to be embroidered is easily accessible for a needle and the embroidery process taking place on it.

[0012] The third frame part has a second formation projecting away from the third frame part, to which a second edge area of ​​an inverted and stretched second part of the tube-like or sack-like section can be fixed, in particular hooked in or wrapped around.

[0013] Preferably, the second formation is located diametrically opposite the first formation.

[0014] This allows the second part, which is not to be embroidered and initially covers the first part to be embroidered, to be moved away in two opposite directions by means of elastic stretching, so that the first part to be embroidered is easily accessible for a needle and the embroidery process taking place on it.

[0015] Preferably, the first frame part is at least in one section a flat, even structure.

[0016] Preferably, the second frame part is also a flat, even surface, at least in one section.

[0017] Preferably, the third frame part is also a flat, even surface, at least in one section.

[0018] The flat, level structure does not pose an obstacle or risk of collision for a needle which, during an embroidery process, moves not only up and down but also in a working plane along an X-direction and an orthogonal Y-direction.

[0019] For this purpose, it is particularly advantageous if the first frame part has a maximum height or thickness of 2mm to 12mm, preferably 2mm to 8mm, in a direction orthogonal to its frame plane.

[0020] Furthermore, it is particularly advantageous if the second frame part or the adapter part has a maximum height or thickness of 2mm to 12mm, preferably 2mm to 8mm, in a direction orthogonal to its frame plane.

[0021] Furthermore, it is particularly advantageous if the third frame part has a maximum height or thickness of 2mm to 12mm, preferably 2mm to 8mm, in a direction orthogonal to its frame plane.

[0022] Preferably, when engaging with the first frame part, the second frame part has a lowering depth in the first frame part which corresponds to between 50% and 100% of the maximum height or thickness of the second frame part.

[0023] Preferably, when engaging with the second frame part, the third frame part has a lowering depth in the second frame part which corresponds to between 50% and 100% of the maximum height or thickness of the third frame part.

[0024] Preferably, the second frame part has, at least in some areas along the circumferential direction of its frame, spaced-apart, outwardly projecting projections.

[0025] This allows for a defined lowering depth of the second frame part.

[0026] Alternatively, the second frame part has a flange-like projection extending outwards along the circumference of its frame.

[0027] This allows for a defined lowering depth of the second frame part.

[0028] Preferably, the third frame part has, at least in some areas along the circumferential direction of its frame, spaced-apart, outwardly projecting projections.

[0029] This allows for a defined lowering depth of the third frame part.

[0030] Alternatively, the third frame part has a flange-like projection extending outwards along the circumference of its frame.

[0031] This allows for a defined lowering depth of the second frame part.

[0032] Preferably, the second frame part has a radially inner edge region and a radially outer edge region, between which radial webs or connecting webs spaced apart along a circumferential direction extend.

[0033] This reduces the mass of the second frame part with virtually no loss of stiffness.

[0034] The embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention can also have a further third frame part which can be brought into engagement with the second frame part, wherein a tubular or sack-like section of a further textile structure can be fixed or secured between the second frame part and the further third frame part when the further third frame part is brought into engagement with the second frame part, and a planar, single-layer first part area of ​​the tubular or sack-like section of the further textile structure to be embroidered can be provided on and surrounded by the further third frame part.

[0035] Preferably, the further third frame part and the third frame part are designed identically.

[0036] Thus, with two identical frame parts fixed in the second frame part (third and further third frame part), two identical socks of a pair of socks can be clamped and embroidered simultaneously.

[0037] Preferably, the second frame part has a handle that protrudes outwards.

[0038] On the one hand, the handle makes it easier to grasp and insert the second frame section into the first. On the other hand, the handle prevents the second frame section from being inserted incorrectly into the first. If inserted incorrectly, the handle would collide with the docking mechanism of the first frame section.

[0039] Preferably, first frame part engagement formations of frame parts of the embroidery frame arrangement and second frame part engagement formations of frame parts of the embroidery frame arrangement that can be brought into engagement with them, or their projections onto the respective frame planes, are asymmetrical to each other.

[0040] Preferably, first frame part engagement formations of frame parts of the embroidery frame arrangement and second frame part engagement formations of frame parts of the embroidery frame arrangement that can be brought into engagement with them do not have point symmetry.

[0041] This prevents incorrect insertion of a frame part, e.g., rotated by 180° within a frame plane.

[0042] Further advantages, features, and applications of the invention will become apparent from the following, non-limiting description of an embodiment of the invention with reference to the drawing. The drawing shows: Fig. 1 a perspective view of an embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention in the assembled state; Fig. 2 an exploded perspective view of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention Fig. 1 in its disassembled state; Fig. 3 a further perspective view of two parts of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention in the assembled state; Fig. 4 an exploded perspective view of the two parts of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention. Fig. 3 in its disassembled state; Fig. 5 a perspective view of a second part of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention; Fig. 6 a perspective view of a third part of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention; Fig. 7A a side view of the third part of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention; Fig. 7B a side view of the second part of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention; Fig. 7C a side view of the first part of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention; Fig. 8 a first step of a method for using the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention, as described in Fig. 1 bis Fig. 7 shown; Fig. 9 a second step of the procedure; Fig. 10 a third step of the procedure; Fig. 11 a fourth step of the procedure; Fig. 12 a fifth step of the procedure; Fig. 13 a sixth step of the procedure; Fig. 14 a seventh step of the procedure; Fig. 15 an eighth step of the procedure; Fig. 16 a ninth step of the procedure; Fig. 17 a tenth step of the procedure; Fig. 18 an eleventh step of the procedure; Fig. 19 a twelfth step of the procedure; and Fig. 20 a thirteenth step in the process.

[0043] In Fig. 1 Figure 1 shows a perspective view of an embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention in its assembled state. The embroidery frame arrangement 1 can be associated with a sewing machine or embroidery machine (not shown). A textile structure that is at least partially tubular or sack-like, e.g., in the form of a sock to be embroidered (see Figure 1), is used. Fig. 8 ), can be clamped into the embroidery frame arrangement 1 to create a flat, single-layer first section T1 (see Fig. 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 ) of the tubular or sack-like section of the textile structure T, on which an embroidery pattern can then be created using the sewing machine or embroidery machine.

[0044] The embroidery frame arrangement 1 includes a first frame part R1, which can be attached to a sewing machine (not shown) by means of a docking device AV.

[0045] The embroidery frame arrangement 1 also includes a second frame part R2 which can be inserted into the first frame part R1 and locked onto it.

[0046] Finally, the embroidery frame arrangement 1 includes a third frame part R3, which can be inserted into the second frame part R2 and secured to it.

[0047] When using embroidery frame arrangement 1, the tubular or sack-like section of the textile structure T (see Fig. 8 ) when the third frame part R3 engages with the second frame part R2, it is fixed, in particular clamped, between the second frame part R2 and the third frame part R3. This secures the flat, single-layer first section T1 (see Fig. 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 ) of the tubular or sack-like section of the textile structure T on the third frame part R3 and surrounded by it for embroidery.

[0048] The first frame part R1 has a radial slot SR1, and the second frame part has a radial slot SR2. The radial slot SR1 of the first frame part R1 and the radial slot SR2 of the second frame part R2 are located at the same position along the circumference of both frame parts R1 and R2. Along the circumference and in the region of the radial slots SR1 and SR2, a clamping device SV is located on the radially outer edge of the first frame part R1. This clamping device is attached to the first frame part R1 on both sides of the radial slot SR1 or is formed integrally with it. When the clamping device SV is tightened, the first frame part R1 and the second frame part R2 are elastically deformed, thereby reducing the size of the two radial slots SR1 and SR2.

[0049] The third frame part R3 is inserted into a recess or opening in the second frame part R2. The third frame part R3 has no radial slot. When the clamping device SV is tightened, the third frame part R3 is secured in the second frame part R2 by friction and / or positive locking, in particular by clamping or locking. While the first frame part R1 and the second frame part R2 can be elastically deformed relatively easily by reducing their circumference due to their respective radial slots SR1 and SR2, the third frame part R3 behaves like an arch with respect to a reduction in its circumferential direction, thus being practically rigid.

[0050] The second frame part R2, inserted into the first frame part R1, has a flange-like projection V2 extending radially outwards along its entire circumference on its upper surface. This prevents the second frame part R2 from falling through the first frame part R1 when inserted, or allows it to be inserted into the first frame part R1 at a defined lowering depth.

[0051] Similarly, the third frame part R3, inserted into the second frame part R2, has a flange-like projection V3 on its upper surface, extending radially outwards along two diametrically opposed sections of its circumference. This also prevents the third frame part R3 from falling through the second frame part R2 when inserted, or allows it to be inserted into the second frame part R2 at a defined lowering depth. The third frame part R3 also has a first formation F31 and a second formation F32 on its upper surface, which, like the two flange-like projections V3, extend radially outwards.

[0052] A first edge region T21 of an inverted and stretched second sub-region T2 of the tube-like or sack-like section of the textile structure T can be fixed, in particular hung, on the first formation F31 projecting away from the third frame part R3 (see Fig. 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 ).

[0053] Similarly, a second edge region T22 of the inverted and stretched second sub-region T2 of the tube-like or sack-like section of the textile structure T can be fixed, in particular suspended, on the second formation F32 projecting away from the third frame part R3 (see Fig. 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 ).

[0054] The first formation F31 and the second formation F32 of the third frame part R3 are arranged diametrically opposite each other. The two formations F31 and F32 project further away from the third frame part R3 than the two flange-like projections V3. This allows the inverted edge regions T21 and T22 of the elastically stretched section T2 of the textile structure T to be easily hooked in (see Fig. 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 ).

[0055] The second frame part R2 has a radially outward-projecting handle G2 on its upper surface. On the one hand, this facilitates grasping and inserting the second frame part R2 into the first frame part. On the other hand, the handle G2 prevents incorrect insertion of the second frame part R2 into the first frame part R1. If inserted incorrectly, the handle G2 would collide with the docking device AV of the first frame part R1.

[0056] In Fig. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention. Fig. 1 Shown in its disassembled state. The first frame part R1 is visible at the bottom, the second frame part R2 in the middle, and the third frame part R3 at the top.

[0057] The first frame part R1 features the docking device AV and the clamping device SV at the radial slot SR1. The second frame part R2 can be inserted into the large opening of the first frame part R1.

[0058] The second frame part R2 features the radial slot SR2, the handle G2, and four radial webs or connecting webs S2, which connect a radially inner edge region R2i and a radially outer edge region R2a. Additionally, the flange-like projection V2, extending radially outwards from the top surface of the second frame part R2 along its entire circumference, is visible.

[0059] The third frame section R3 shows the first formation F31 and the diametrically opposed second formation F32, as well as the two flange-like projections V3, which are also diametrically opposed to each other. As mentioned above, the inverted edge regions T21 and T22 of the elastically stretched section T2 of the textile structure T can be easily hooked onto formations F31 and F32, respectively (see Fig. 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 ).

[0060] In Fig. 3 Another perspective view of two parts of the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention in the assembled state is shown. The second frame part R2 and the third frame part R3 inserted therein can be seen.

[0061] The second frame part R2 features the radial slot SR2, the handle G2, and the four radial ribs or connecting ribs S2, which connect the radially inner edge region R2i and the radially outer edge region R2a. Also visible is the flange-like projection V2 extending radially outwards from the top surface of the second frame part R2.

[0062] The third frame section R3 shows the two diametrically opposed formations F31 and F32, as well as the two diametrically opposed flange-like projections V3. As mentioned above, the inverted edge regions T21 and T22 of the elastically stretched section T2 of the textile structure T can be easily hooked onto the formations F31 and F32, respectively (see Fig. 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 ).

[0063] In Fig. 4 is an exploded perspective view of the two parts of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention 1 of Fig. 3 Shown in its disassembled state. The second frame part R2 can be seen at the bottom and the third frame part R3 at the top.

[0064] In Fig. 3 and in Fig 4 The identical reference symbols used correspond to identical elements of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention.

[0065] In Fig. 5 A perspective view of the second part of the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention is shown. The second frame part R2 can be seen.

[0066] In Fig. 3 and in Fig 5 The identical reference symbols used correspond to identical elements of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention.

[0067] In Fig. 6 A perspective view of a third part of the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention is shown. The third frame part R3 can be seen.

[0068] In Fig. 3 and in Fig 6 The identical reference symbols used correspond to identical elements of the embroidery frame arrangement according to the invention.

[0069] In Fig. 7A Figure 1 shows a side view of the third part of the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention. The third frame part R3 is visible, with its two diametrically opposed formations F31 and F32, as well as the projection V3. As mentioned above, the inverted edge regions T21 and T22 of the elastically stretched section T2 of the textile structure T can be easily hooked onto the formations F31 and F32, respectively (see Figure 1). Fig. 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 ).

[0070] In Fig. 7B Figure 1 shows a side view of the second part of the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention. The second frame part R2 can be seen with its flange-like projection V2 and its radial slot SR2.

[0071] In Fig. 7C Figure 1 shows a side view of the third part of the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention. The first frame part R1 with its docking device AV and its tensioning device SV can be seen.

[0072] In Fig. 8 is a first step of a method for using the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention. Fig. 1 bis Fig. 7 The provided embroidery frame arrangement 1 is shown, with the first frame part R1, the second frame part R2, and the third frame part R3 in their assembled state, i.e., the second frame part R2 is inserted into the first frame part R1, and the third frame part R3 is inserted into the second frame part R2. The tensioning device SV is visible on the first frame part R1. Furthermore, the first formation F31 and the second formation F32 of the third frame part R3 are visible.

[0073] Next to the embroidery frame arrangement 1 lies the tubular or sack-like textile structure T in the shape of a sock, which is to be embroidered using the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention. The textile structure T is highly elastic and therefore strongly stretchable.

[0074] Above the embroidery frame assembly 1 and the textile structure T lies an embroidery stabilizer V. The stabilizer V is practically non-stretchable compared to the textile structure T. When the stabilizer V and the first section T1 of the textile structure T to be embroidered are clamped together in the embroidery frame assembly 1, i.e., lying against each other in a way that prevents them from shifting, the first section T1 and the stabilizer V are clamped at the edge of the section to be embroidered T1. This prevents the section to be embroidered T1 of the highly elastic textile structure T from stretching unevenly or in a direction-dependent (anisotropic) manner when clamped in the embroidery frame assembly 1, which would lead to a distorted embroidery pattern after the embroidered section T1 has been stitched and removed from the frame.Furthermore, the membrane-like double layer consisting of the section to be embroidered T1 and the embroidery fleece V is less easily deformed and therefore less susceptible to deflection from its membrane resting position by needle punctures, especially if the section T1 and the embroidery fleece V are detachably connected to each other (detachable seams, water-soluble adhesive strips, water-soluble full-surface bonding of the section T1 with the embroidery fleece V, etc.).

[0075] Alone Fig. 1 bis Fig. 7 as in Fig. 8 bis Fig. 20 The reference numerals used denote the same elements of the embroidery frame arrangement 1 according to the invention as well as the tubular or sack-like textile structure T.

[0076] In Fig. 9 A second step of the process is shown. It illustrates how the stabilizer V is placed on and covers the embroidery frame assembly 1. This allows, for example, verification of whether the cut-out stabilizer V is large enough to stabilize the section T1 of the highly elastic textile structure T to be embroidered, as described above. If the third frame part R3 was previously removed from the embroidery frame assembly 1, the stabilizer V covers the opening of the second frame part R2.

[0077] In Fig. 10 A third step of the process is shown. The embroidery stabilizer V lying above frame part R2 can be seen, and how part of the embroidery stabilizer V is pressed into the opening of the second frame part R2 by the third frame part R3 and thus pre-positioned.

[0078] In Fig. 11 A fourth step of the process is shown. It can be seen how the third frame part R3 is pushed into the opening of the tube-like or sack-like textile structure T. The first formation F31 of the third frame part R3 is pushed into the opening of the textile structure T first.

[0079] In Fig. 12 A fifth step of the process is shown. It can be seen how the third frame section R3, with its first formation F31 leading (now hidden), was completely inserted into the textile structure T. Only the second formation F32 of the third frame section R3, diametrically opposite the first formation F31, still protrudes slightly.

[0080] In Fig. 13 A sixth step of the process is shown. It can be seen how the textile structure T, with the third frame part R3 (now hidden) contained in its tubular or sack-like section, is pressed onto the embroidery fleece V, which is pre-positioned above the second frame part R2. The tensioning device SV on the first frame part R1 is in its released state, in which the radial slot SR1 of the first frame part R1 and the radial slot SR2 of the second frame part R2 are wide, i.e., the first frame part R1 and the second frame part R2 are not under tension.

[0081] In Fig. 14 A seventh step of the process is shown. It can be seen how the textile structure T, with the third frame part R3 (now concealed) contained in its tubular or sack-like section, has been pressed onto the embroidery fleece V, which is pre-positioned above the second frame part R2. The first section T1 of the textile structure T, which is to be embroidered, is covered by the second section T2 of the textile structure T, which is not to be embroidered. The tensioning device SV on the first frame part R1 remains in its released state.

[0082] In Fig. 15 An eighth step of the process is shown. It can be seen how the first frame part R1 and the second frame part R2 are successively tensioned using the tensioning device SV. The embroidery stabilizer V, onto which the textile structure T with the third frame part R3 contained within it has been pressed, is visible. By tensioning the tensioning device SV, the embroidery stabilizer V and the first section to be embroidered above it (in Fig. 15 The (hidden) portion of the textile structure T is gradually fixed in the second frame part R2 by clamping the first section T1 and the embroidery stabilizer V at the edge of the section to be embroidered T1. The second section T2 of the textile structure T, which is not to be embroidered, is also visible.

[0083] In Fig. 16 A ninth step of the procedure is shown. The clamping device SV on the first frame part R1 is in its tensioned state, in which the radial slot SR1 of the first frame part R1 and the radial slot SR2 of the second frame part R2 are narrow, i.e., the first frame part R1 and the second frame part R2 are sufficiently tensioned so that the first section T1, together with the stabilizer V, is fixed in the second frame part R2.

[0084] In Fig. 17 A tenth step of the process is shown. It can be seen how the second sub-area T2 of the textile structure T, which is not to be embroidered, is grasped at the first edge area T21 of the second sub-area T2 and pulled towards the first formation F31 of the third frame part R3 (in Fig. 17 to the left), in order to be hooked onto the first formation F31 with its first edge region T21 (beginning of the hooking). The second sub-region T2 and its first edge region T21 are thereby stretched elastically. The first sub-region T1 of the textile structure T to be embroidered now becomes visible.

[0085] In Fig. 18 An eleventh step of the process is shown. It can be seen how the second section T2 of the textile structure T, which is not to be embroidered, is largely hooked onto the first formation F31 of the third frame part R3 with its first edge region T21 (end of hooking). The second section T2 and its first edge region T21 are now elastically stretched. The second edge region T22 of the second section T2 of the textile structure T, which is not to be embroidered, is also grasped and pulled towards the second formation F32 of the third frame part R3 (in Fig. 17 and Fig. 18 to the right), in order to be hooked onto the second formation F32 with its second edge area T22 (beginning of the hooking). The first part T1 of the textile structure T to be embroidered is now completely exposed.

[0086] In Fig. 19 The twelfth step of the process is shown. It can be seen how the second sub-area T2 of the textile structure T, which is not to be embroidered, is largely hooked onto the second formation F32 of the third frame part R3 with its second edge area T22 (end of the hooking).

[0087] In Fig. 20A thirteenth step of the process is shown. The first section T1 of the textile structure T to be embroidered is clamped together with the embroidery stabilizer V in the second frame section R2. The second section T2 of the textile structure T, which is not to be embroidered, is now fully attached with its first edge T21 to the first formation F31 of the third frame section R3 and with its second edge T22 to the second formation F32 of the third frame section R3. The first section T1 of the textile structure T to be embroidered is now completely exposed and prepared for embroidery. List of reference symbols

[0088] 1 Embroidery frame arrangement R1 First frame part R2 Second frame part V2 Flange-like projection of the second frame part R2 Radial inner edge of the second frame part R2 Radial outer edge of the second frame part G2 Handle of the second frame part S2 Radial bridge / connecting bridge R3 Third frame part F31 First formation of the third frame part F32 Second formation of the third frame part V3 Flange-like projection of the third frame part SR1 Radial slot of the first frame part SR2 Radial slot of the second frame part SV Tensioning device (on the first frame part) AV Docking device T Tube-like or bag-like textile structure T1 First section of the textile structure T2 Second section of the textile structure T21 First edge of the second section T22 Second edge of the second section V Embroidery fleece

Claims

1. An embroidery frame assembly (1) which can be attached to a sewing machine or embroidery machine (M) and on which a textile structure (T) that is tubular or bag-like at least in sections can be clamped in order to provide a flat, single-layer first partial region (T1) of the tubular or bag-like section of the textile structure (T) on which an embroidery pattern can be created by means of the sewing machine or embroidery machine (M), wherein the embroidery frame assembly (1) comprises a first frame part (R1) and a second frame part (R2) that can be secured thereto, wherein the first frame part (R1) comprises a docking device (AV) for fastening to the sewing machine or embroidery machine (M) and a tensioning device (SV), wherein the embroidery frame assembly (1) also comprises a third frame part (R3) that can be engaged with the second frame part (R2), wherein the tubular or bag-like section of the textile structure (T) can be fixed, in particular can be clamped, between the second frame part (R2) and the third frame part (R3) when the third frame part (R3) is engaged with the second frame part (R2), and the flat, single-layer first partial region (T1) of the tubular or bag-like section of the textile structure (T) can be provided for embroidery on the third frame part (R3) and surrounded by it, characterized in that the third frame part (R3) has a first formation (F31) protruding from the third frame part (R3), to which a first edge area (T21) of an inverted and, in particular, stretched second partial region (T2) of the tubular or bag-like section of the textile structure (T) can be fixed, in particular hooked in or wrapped around, and wherein the third frame part (R3) has a second formation (F32) protruding from the third frame part (R3), to which a second edge area (T22) of an inverted and, in particular, stretched second partial region (T2) of the tubular or bag-like section of the textile structure (T) can be fixed, in particular hooked in or wrapped around.

2. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the first frame part (R1) is, at least in a partial area, a flat, level structure that defines a frame plane, and wherein the second frame part (R2) is, at least in a partial area, a flat, level structure that defines a frame plane, and wherein the third frame part (R3) is, at least in a partial area, a flat, level structure that defines a frame plane.

3. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the first frame part (R1) has a maximum construction height or thickness of 2 mm to 12 mm, preferably 2 mm to 8 mm, in a direction orthogonal to its frame plane, and wherein the second frame part (R2) has a maximum construction height or thickness of 2 mm to 12 mm, preferably 2 mm to 8 mm, in a direction orthogonal to its frame plane and wherein the third frame part (R3) has a maximum construction height or thickness of 2 mm to 12 mm, preferably 2 mm to 8 mm, in a direction orthogonal to its frame plane.

4. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, when engaged with the first frame part (R1), the second frame part (R2) has a lowering depth in the first frame part (R1) which corresponds to between 50% and 100% of the maximum construction height or thickness of the second frame part (R2).

5. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to any of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that, when engaged with the second frame part (R2), the third frame part (R3) has a lowering depth in the second frame part (R2) which corresponds to between 50% and 100% of the maximum construction height or thickness of the third frame part (R3).

6. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the second frame part (R2), at least in some parts along the circumferential direction of its frame, has spaced apart protrusions that protrude outward, or that the second frame part (R2), along the circumferential direction of its frame, has a flange-like protrusion (V2) that protrudes outward.

7. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the third frame part (R3), at least in some parts along the circumferential direction of its frame, has spaced apart protrusions that protrude outward, or that the third frame part (R3), along the circumferential direction of its frame, has a flange-like protrusion (V3) that protrudes outward.

8. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the second frame part (R2) has a radially inner edge area (R2i) and a radially outer edge area (R2a), between which extend radial ribs (S2) spaced along a circumferential direction.

9. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the embroidery frame assembly (1) also has a further third frame part that can be engaged with the second frame part (R2), and wherein a tubular or bag-like section of a further textile structure (T) can be fixed, in particular clamped, between the second frame part (R2) and said further third frame part when said further third frame part is engaged with the second frame part (R2), and wherein a flat, single-layer first partial region of the further tubular or bag-like section of the further textile structure (T) can be provided on said further third frame part and surrounded by the latter.

10. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to claim 9, characterized in that said further third frame part and the third frame part (R3) are identically designed.

11. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that on its upper side, along a part of its circumference, the second frame part (R2) has a handle (G2) protruding outwards, wherein this handle protrudes outwards beyond the first frame part (R1) when the second frame part (R2) is secured to the first frame part (R1).

12. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that first frame part engagement formations of frame parts (R1, R2, R3) of the embroidery frame assembly (1) and second frame part engagement formations of frame parts (R1, R2, R3) of the embroidery frame assembly (1) that can be engaged with the first frame part engagement formations, are asymmetrical to each other in their projection onto the respective frame plane.

13. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to claim 12, characterized in that first frame part engagement formations of frame parts (R1, R2, R3) of the embroidery frame assembly (1) and second frame part engagement formations of frame parts (R1, R2, R3) of the embroidery frame arrangement (1), that can be engaged with the first frame part engagement formations do not exhibit point symmetry in their projection onto the respective frame plane.

14. The embroidery frame assembly (1) according to one of claims 1 to 13, characterized in that the first frame part (R1) comprises a radial slot (SR1) and the second frame part (R2) comprises a radial slot (SR2), which are located at the same place along the circumferential direction of the two frame parts (R1, R2) when the second frame part (R2) is fixed to the first frame part (R1), and that the clamping device (SV) is arranged in the area of the radial slots (SR1, SR2) on the radially outer edge of the first frame part (R1) on both sides of the radial slot (SR1) on the first frame part (R1) or formed integrally, such that the first frame part (R1) and the second frame part (R2) are elastically deformed when the clamping device (SV) is clamped and the two radial slots (SR1, SR2) are reduced in size.

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