Sewing clip

Abstract

A sewing clip is provided. In one embodiment, the sewing clip securely clamps fabrics of various thicknesses, sizes, elasticity, and textures in assistance of a sewing operation. The sewing clip includes two rigid members and an elastic assembly. The two rigid members each have a first surface with a clamping and handling end and a hinge extension coupled to the first surface. When employed in a sewing operation, the clamping end of each rigid member has a tapering-width adapted to slide in a direction away from a stitching point. An elastic assembly couples the hinge extensions of each rigid member and biases the two rigid members so as to secure overlapping fabric between the clamping ends while avoiding unnecessary alteration or damage to the fabric. A recessed divot is also provided in the clamping end that allows for retention of surplus fabric.

What is claimed: 
     
         1 . An apparatus for a sewing operation comprising:
 a first substantially rigid, elongate member having:
 a first handling end; 
 a first clamping end having a tapering width, the first clamping end adapted to slide in a direction away from a stitching point; 
 a first hinge extension located between the first clamping end and the first handling end such that the first hinge extension is a fulcrum about which the first clamping end and the first handling end can pivot; and 
 a recessed divot located in the first clamping end of the first elongate member, the recessed divot configured to hold surplus fabric during the sewing operation; 
 wherein the first clamping end has a flat surface from a first tip to the recessed divot; 
   a second substantially rigid, elongate member having:
 a second handling end; 
 a second clamping end having a tapering width, the second clamping end adapted to slide in a direction away from the stitching point; and 
 a second hinge extension located between the second clamping end and the second handling end such that the second hinge extension is a fulcrum about which the second clamping end and the second handling end can pivot; 
   a pin member coupling the first hinge extension and the second hinge extension; and   a spring member having a plurality of annular coils mounted around the pin member, the spring member biasing the first elongate member and the second elongate member so as to secure between the first clamping end and the second clamping end a fabric in an overlapping relationship for the sewing operation.   
     
     
         2 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein a location of the first hinge extension is assymetrical along a first longitudinal axis of the first elongate member. 
     
     
         3 . The apparatus of  claim 2 , wherein the first elongate member and the second elongate member are identical pieces. 
     
     
         4 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein a surface of the first clamping end is substantially smooth such that the fabric is not damaged when secured between the first and the second clamping ends. 
     
     
         5 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the first clamping end is adapted to resist slippage in the fabric. 
     
     
         6 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein a first surface area of the first clamping end is adapted to hold the fabric in place for the sewing operation. 
     
     
         7 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the first handling end is ergonomically adapted to fit a finger. 
     
     
         8 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the first clamping end has a length shorter than a length of the first handling end. 
     
     
         9 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the first handling end has a contoured surface. 
     
     
         10 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the first elongate member has an oval surface. 
     
     
         11 . An apparatus for a sewing operation comprising:
 two substantially rigid members, each rigid member having:
 a first surface with a clamping end and a handling end, the clamping end having a tapering width and adapted to slide in a direction away from a stitching point when a presser foot comes in contact with any surface of the apparatus; and 
 a hinge extension coupled to the first surface and located between the clamping end and the handling end of the rigid member such that the clamping end and the handling end can pivot about the hinge extension; 
 wherein at least one of the rigid members has a recessed divot on the first surface, the recessed divot located in the clamping end to hold surplus fabric during the sewing operation and extended from the hinge extension; and 
   an elastic assembly coupling the hinge extension of each rigid member and biasing the two rigid members so as to secure between the clamping ends a fabric in an overlapping relationship.   
     
     
         12 . The apparatus of  claim 11 , wherein the rigid members are identical. 
     
     
         13 . The apparatus of  claim 11 , wherein a location of the at least one hinge extension is assymetrical along a longitudinal axis of the rigid member. 
     
     
         14 . The apparatus of  claim 11 , wherein the surface is substantially smooth such that the fabric is not damaged when secured between the clamping ends of each rigid member. 
     
     
         15 . The apparatus of  claim 11 , wherein the clamping end is adapted to resist slippage of the fabric. 
     
     
         16 . The apparatus of  claim 11 , wherein a surface area of the clamping end is adapted to hold the fabric in place for the sewing operation. 
     
     
         17 . The apparatus of  claim 11 , further comprising the elongate member having a second surface, wherein the second surface of each elongate member is ergonomically adapted to fit a finger. 
     
     
         18 . A method of assembling an apparatus for a sewing operation, comprising:
 coupling two substantially rigid members with an elastic assembly, each rigid member having:
 a first surface with a clamping end and a handling end, the clamping end having a tapering width and adapted to slide in a direction away from a stitching point; and 
 a hinge extension coupled to the first surface and located between the clamping end and the handling end of the rigid member such that the clamping end and the handling end can pivot about the hinge extension; 
 wherein at least one first surface of the rigid members has a recessed divot located in the clamping end to hold surplus fabric during a sewing operation and extended from the hinge extension; and 
   coupling an elastic assembly to the hinge extension of each rigid member; and   configuring the two rigid members to allow a fabric to secure between the clamping ends of each rigid member in an overlapping relationship for the sewing operation.