(under subclass 2) Device having means to grip, support, and carry the workpiece relative to the sewing needle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
12+, for a hat sewing machine, and especially subclasses 13+ for a hat sewing machine having a work carrier.
65+, for a buttonhole sewing machine, especially subclasses 70+ wherein the sewing machine includes a work clamp.
103, for a work carrier associated with an embroidery machine.
114, for a sewing machine having a holder for an article to be attached.
148, for a work holder, per se.
470.06+, for a sewing machine having a moveable work carrier responsive to an electronic pattern or program. 470.09+, for a sewing machine having a moveable work carrier responsive to a mechanical pattern or program.
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223, Apparel Apparatus,
37+, for a folding device, subclass 43 and subclasses 66+ for a form, especially subclass 75 for a form for a stocking.
269, Work Holders,
53, for a pin-type work holder and subclasses 55+ for a work holder mounted for movement.