Clip-on utensils and methods of use therefor

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Inactive Publication Date: 2006-03-16
SUMNER TRIVISANI CARLA +1
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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides a way to safely store and transport cooking tools like knives, fork-like devices, and spoons while also allowing them to stay secure during storage without being taken apart again later. This makes it easier to handle multiple items at once.

Problems solved by technology

This patent describes various technical problem addressed by this patent: The current practice involves carrying utensils and napkins around with them when they go out for meals, which can be cumbersome and uncomfortably challenging. Additionally, these utensils cannot easily attach to different types of plates without being detached from the utensile itself.

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[0033] In describing the preferred and selected alternate embodiments of the present invention, as illustrated in FIGS. 1-6B, specific terminology is employed for the sake of clarity. The invention, however, is not intended to be limited to the specific terminology so selected, and it is to be understood that each specific element includes all technical equivalents that operate in a similar manner to accomplish similar functions.

[0034] Referring now to FIGS. 1A-3, the present invention in a preferred embodiment is utensil 10, wherein utensil 10 preferably comprises food handling member 20 disposed on handle 30, and wherein utensil 10 further preferably comprises gripping member 40.

[0035] Handle 30 preferably comprises first end 50, second end 60 and middle 70. Food handling member 20 is preferably in communication with first end 50, and gripping member 40 is preferably in communication with middle 70.

[0036] Gripping member 40 is preferably disposed on handle 30 of utensil 10, wherei

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Clip-on utensils and methods of use therefor, wherein the handle end of the utensil incorporates a clip for securing the utensil to the edge of a plate, bowl, glass or cup. The clip portion of the utensil is opened and subsequently positioned over the tableware edge, wherein the clip is subsequently released; thereby, gripping the edge of the tableware and securing the utensil thereon. Various alternative clipping means are described.

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Owner SUMNER TRIVISANI CARLA
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