Inventors:
Linda K. Reichert - Marion IL
Assignee:
Associated Technology - Marion IL
International Classification:
B25B 2714
US Classification:
292815, 29282, 269 47, 269 545
Abstract:
The present invention comprises a kit useful for the assembly of a decorative item, or art object, such as a decorative cover for a light bulb. In one embodiment, the kit of the present invention comprises a base adapted to rest on a supporting surface, the base including a receptacle defined therein and opening outwardly of one surface of the base, a spear having a proximal end adapted to be releasably received within the receptacle, the spear including a tapered distal end, and having a portion of the length thereof between its proximal end and its tapered distal end of a reduced cross-sectional area, whereby there is defined a circumferential shoulder at the juncture of the reduced cross-sectional area and the tapered distal end of the spear, a ferrule-type fitting adapted to be received in encircling relationship to the reduced cross-sectional area of the spear and adapted to slide onto the proximal end of the spear to a location adjacent the circumferential shoulder, whereby the fitting is received by and substantially fully occupies the reduced cross-sectional area of the spear, and a fastener having a central opening therethrough and adapted to fixedly engage the outer circumference of the fitting.
