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| The Original Hump Jumper™ |
The Birth of an Invention
Necessity became the mother of invention in 1986. At the
time, I was designing and sewing couture bridal gowns in my Beverly,
Massachusetts studio, Sandra S Newman Designs. Because of the many layers of
fabrics I sewed, I desperately needed a sewing notion to solve the constant
frustration of skipped stitches and broken needles. This struggle gave me a
strong drive to invent a creative solution. Ultimately, I created a tool that
would change sewing forever. That tool was The Hump Jumper™.
My dedication to perfection led to my first official patent
in 1991. Following that success, I received a second utility patent in 1999 to
further refine the design. Today, the original Hump Jumper™ by SN Designs
remains the gold standard worldwide. Additionally, my other tools are highly
loved too. The Puts-it™ is affectionately called a sewist’s “third-hand,” while
the Buttonhole Buster™ works wonders for perfect buttonholes.
Molds and High-Heel Shoes
I have sewn since the age of four. Therefore, I honestly
believed that if I needed this solution, every sewer in the world would benefit
too. However, the most challenging step was finding a mold maker. I needed an
injection mold tailored to my exact specifications. Virtually all the mold
makers I contacted had zero interest, and they confidently assured me my idea
would fail.
But I refused to give up. After a lot of "show and
tell," I successfully found a manufacturer who believed in my vision. I
collaborated closely with Mr. Kincman at Styletek. His company typically made
molds for ladies' high-heel shoes, as well as glow-in-the-dark golf balls and
putters! Orders quickly came pouring in for my Hump Jumper™. Because of this,
my friendly mold maker gave me a nickname. He affectionately called me Sandy
“The Hump Jump Lady.” That title has stuck with me ever since. My very first order
was for 144 pieces. Soon after, I received a massive order for 10,000 tools.
This life-changing order came from the famous Clotilde Sewing Catalogue!
Products for Perfection - The Hump Jumper™
Today, that legacy of excellence continues. To ensure my
signature tools maintain the smooth, durable, and flawless quality sewers have
trusted for decades, SN Designs Co. products are now proudly made by Tristan
Roy at Tri-Star Molding.
I invented the original and unique Hump Jumper™ in 1986.
Next, I followed with the Puts-it™
in 1991 and the Buttonhole
Buster™ in 1997. All three items solve common sewing frustrations. These
products are available both nationally and internationally. You can find them
at fabric stores and online sewing notion suppliers. Alternatively, you can buy
them directly from SN Designs Co. I always strive to provide products for
perfection.
Those who sleep under a quilt, sleep under a blanket of
love.
Happy Sewing!
Sandy — The "Hump Jump Lady"
