Collapsible sewing basket

Abstract

The present invention is directed to a sewing basket for storing thread, pins, needles, scissors, buttons, snaps, measuring tapes, and other sewing tools and accessories. The present invention is further directed to a novel method of collapsing the size of the sewing basket for shipping, storage, and other purposes. The sewing basket of this invention includes a base, an upper frame and a collapsible side walls connecting the base and the upper frame. The basket may switch from a collapsed position with the side walls collapsed bringing the upper frame in proximity to the base and an extended position where the side walls are maintained in an extended position with a support.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a continuation-in-part application of application, U.S. Ser. No. 14 / 988,493, filed on 5 Jan. 2016, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62 / 266,925, filed 14 Dec. 2015. The co-pending parent applications are hereby incorporated by reference herein and is made apart hereof, including but not limited to those portions which specifically appear hereinafter.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTIONField of the Invention[0002]This invention relates generally to a sewing basket and more specifically to a collapsible sewing basket which reduces shipping and storage costs in addition to other benefits.Discussion of Related Art[0003]Nearly all individuals interested in sewing and other arts and crafts have a sewing basket to store sewing tools and accessories in a convenient location. Most known sewing baskets include pockets, trays, and other compartments for storing items such as, spools of thread, pins, ...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention is a collapsible sewing basket that can be easily folded up for easy storage and transportation. The basket includes a base and an upper frame with a hinged lid and handle. The collapsible sides are made of flexible material that can fold in an accordion pattern to bring the base in proximity to the upper frame. The basket also includes supports to hold it in the extended position, which can be manufactured of the same material as the base or upper frame. The technical effects of this invention include a compact size for easy shipping and storage, as well as a convenient and easy-to-use design for sewing and other sewing accessories.

Problems solved by technology

While useful for their purpose of storing sewing supplies, the size of known sewing baskets and the empty void of the enclosed space greatly increases shipping costs and increases shelf space required to sell these known sewing baskets.

Unfortunately, most consumers of sewing baskets already own their own sewing tools and view purchasing sewing baskets with accessories as a waste of money.

Furthermore, in order for the seller to profit from the sale of the sewing baskets the accessories must be low-cost which often means lower quality accessories.

As for the nested approach, the smaller sewing kits are generally viewed by purchasers as too small for their intended purpose.

As a result, the smaller sewing baskets are more difficult to sell and often must be sold for little to no profit.

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