Abstract: An internally illuminated novelty device having an electronics module contained within a translucent elastic casing. The elastic casing has a hollow central region that defines an internal pocket. A plurality of protrusions extend outwardly from the central region so as to cushion the central region from experiencing any direct impact forces. The electronics module is disposed within the internal pocket so that the elastic casing surrounds the electronics module. The electronics module includes a housing, at least one light source, at least one battery, and a switch for activating and deactivating the light source. The switch is controlled by selectively compressing the housing. Since the housing is within the elastic casing, the switch can be controlled by selectively squeezing the elastic casing. When activated, the light source illuminates the interior of the elastic casing, thereby internally illuminating the novelty device.

Abstract: A system and method of activating an electronic device upon the popping of soap film bubble. A handheld novelty assembly is provided that houses the electronic device. A plurality of conductive elements are provided that are exposed on the exterior of the novelty assembly. The electronic device within the novelty assembly is activated when an electrical connection is completed between any of the plurality of conductive elements. Soap film bubbles are created. The soap film bubbles are popped by bringing at least some of said plurality of conductive elements in contact with the soap film bubbles. The soap film bubbles creates an electrical connection between the conductive elements at the bubble contact and pop against the conductive elements.

Abstract: A flying toy has a handle and a driving mechanism to spin a propeller assembly for launching, the propeller assembly having blades on the top end and a freely rotatable conical sleeve on the bottom end. The handle comprises a plurality of pinch rollers surrounding the driving mechanism such that when the driving mechanism is activated to spin the blades, the pinch rollers are moved inward to engage with the conical sleeve for holding the propeller assembly while the blades are spun, and the pinch rollers are moved away from the conical sleeve for launching the propeller assembly. The flying toy also has a landing platform affixed to the handle, the platform having a funnel-shaped receptacle to receive the bottom end of the propeller assembly. The receptacle wall has soft fins for hampering the spinning of the propeller assembly when receiving a descending propeller assembly.

Abstract: An internally illuminated novelty device having an electronics module contained within a translucent elastic casing. The elastic casing has a hollow central region that defines an internal pocket. A plurality of protrusions extend outwardly from the central region so as to cushion the central region from experiencing any direct impact forces. The electronics module is disposed within the internal pocket so that the elastic casing surrounds the electronics module. The electronics module includes a housing, at least one light source, at least one battery, and a switch for activating and deactivating the light source. The switch is controlled by selectively compressing the housing. Since the housing is within the elastic casing, the switch can be controlled by selectively squeezing the elastic casing. When activated, the light source illuminates the interior of the elastic casing, thereby internally illuminating the novelty device.

Abstract: A novelty device and the associated method of forming the novelty device. The device is a tacky toy that can be thrown against a smooth surface. Once thrown against the smooth surface, the tacky toy will adhere to the surface and slowly roll down the surface toward the floor. The device is made of a plurality of individual elongated pieces arranged in a randomly tangled mass. Each of the elongated pieces is extruded from an elastomeric material that provides each elongated piece with a tacky exterior. The tackiness of the material enables the individual pieces to stay within the tangled mass. The tacky material also enables the tangled mass to adhesively cling to a smooth surface. Secondary objects can also be included within the tangled mass. The secondary objects remain entangled within the tangled mass by tacky adhesion.

Abstract: A novelty item that spins at least one array of lights to produce a predetermined changing pattern of lights. The device has at least one array of lights that is supported by at least one flexible arm. The arms radially extend from a spinning hub. Consequently, when the arms rotate, the various lights in the array of lights rotate about the hub in a variety of circular pathways. A control circuit is provided in the hub that spins with the arms. The lights in the array of lights are coupled to the control circuit. The control circuit selectively flashes the lights in the array of lights in a manner that is synchronous to the speed at which the various lights are traveling in their circular pathways. As a result, the control circuit can cause the spinning array of lights to produce any desired pattern, display or alphanumeric message.

Abstract: A novelty device and the method of covering an object with the device. The device has an elastic casing that defines an internal area. The elastic casing has an external outer surface and an internal inner surface. Perforations extend between the outer surface and inner surface. The outer surface and the inner surface are different from each other, wherein both surfaces are visually and/or tactilely distinct. An aperture of a first diameter is disposed in the elastic casing. The aperture enables the elastic casing to be selectively inverted. The aperture can be elastically stretched to a much greater size. This enables the casing to be easily turned inside out. It also enables the casing to be easily stretched over secondary objects without inhibiting air flow to the covered object.

Abstract: A novelty device and the method of covering an object with the device. The device has an elastic casing that defines an internal area. The elastic casing has an external outer surface and an internal inner surface. The outer surface and the inner surface are different from each other, wherein both surfaces are visually and/or tactilely distinct. An aperture of a first diameter is disposed in the elastic casing. The aperture enables the elastic casing to be selectively inverted. The aperture can be elastically stretched to a diameter at least ten times greater than the original diameter of the aperture. Consequently, a small aperture can be elastically enlarged to a much greater size. This enables the casing to be easily turned inside out. It also enables the casing to be easily stretched over secondary objects that are originally much larger than the casing.

Abstract: A reversible novelty device that can be inverted between a flying disc and a ball. The reversible novelty device has an elastic casing that defines an internal area. The elastic casing has a first surface and a second surface that can be selectively inverted. An aperture of a first diameter is provided in the elastic casing through which the elastic casing can be selectively inverted. The aperture can be elastically stretched to enable features on the first surface and second surface of the elastic casing to easily pass through the aperture without much effort and without incurring damage. One of the features provided is a flange wing that radially extends from the second surface of the elastic casing. The flange wing extends from the elastic casing and allows the device to perform as a flying disc when thrown.

Abstract: A squeeze ball novelty device having an elastomeric casing that is filled with a fill composition. When the elastomeric casing is squeezed in a person's hand, it deforms and bulges. A plurality of secondary objects are attached to the exterior of the elastomeric casing. Each of the secondary objects is individually attached to the surface of the elastomeric casing with a small amount of adhesive. Although the secondary objects are separate, they abut in position creating a cage-like structure around the elastomeric casing. By selectively squeezing the elastomeric casing, a selected one of the secondary objects can be separated from the remaining secondary objects and positioned atop a bulbous deformation.

Abstract: A novelty item that spins at least one array of lights to produce a predetermined changing pattern of lights. The device has at least one array of lights that is supported by at least one flexible arm. The arms radially extend from a spinning hub. Consequently, when the arms rotate, the various lights in the array of lights rotate about the hub in a variety of circular pathways. A control circuit is provided in the hub that spins with the arms. The lights in the array of lights are coupled to the control circuit. The control circuit selectively flashes the lights in the array of lights in a manner that is synchronous to the speed at which the various lights are traveling in their circular pathways. As a result, the control circuit can cause the spinning array of lights to produce any desired pattern, display or alphanumeric message.

Abstract: An illumination device that produces a spinning pattern of light. The illumination device utilizes a hub. At least one light source is provided that is supported by the hub. One or more fiber optic bundles are provided that extend from the hub at points eccentric to the axis of rotation for the hub. Each fiber optic bundle has a first end that receives light from the light source and a second end that terminates a predetermined distance from the hub. When the hub rotates about its axis of rotation, the fiber optic strands in the fiber optic bundle bend away from the axis of rotation due to centrifugal force. Light propagates through the various fiber optic strands as they bend, thereby creating a spinning circular pattern of light.

Abstract: A novelty ball assembly that produces noise when squeezed. The ball assembly includes a resilient shell that defines an internal chamber. The resilient shell has a structure that is self-expanding into a fully expanded condition. Consequently, when the resilient shell of the ball assembly is squeezed, it returns to its fully expanded shape on its own accord. A first vent port is present disposed in the resilient shell. When the resilient shell is squeezed, air from the internal chamber is displaced through the first vent port. A noise maker is disposed within the resilient shell, proximate the first vent port so that air displaced through the first vent port passes through the noise maker. As air passes through the noise maker. The noise maker produces an audible sound.

Abstract: An internally illuminated toy having a flexible body that is made from an elastomeric gel. The flexible body defines an internal chamber that is accessible through a small access opening. An electronics module is provided that contains a light source. The electronics module is inserted into the internal chamber of the flexible body by hyper-extending the access opening. Once inside the internal chamber, the access opening elastically contracts and the electronics module is trapped within the flexible body. When activated, the electronics module illuminates, thereby internally illuminating the flexible body of the toy.

Abstract: A novelty figure having external body contour lines that define a body shape. The body shape is divided into a separate anterior section and posterior section. The anterior section of the body shape has a first flat surface of a first cross-sectional shape. The posterior section of the body shape has a second flat surface of a second cross-sectional shape. The second cross-sectional shape of the second flat surface is an exact mirror image of the first cross- sectional shape of the first flat surface. When the first flat surface is placed in abutment with the second flat surface, the cross-sectional shapes exactly align. At least one first magnet is disposed in the anterior section. Similarly, at least one second magnet disposed in the posterior section. Utilizing magnetic attraction, the first flat surface of the anterior section and the second flat surface of the posterior section can join together.

Abstract: A flying disc is formed of material capable of stretching and converting stored elastic energy therein into ballistic kinetic energy when despatched by hand. The flying disc is typically made of a gelatinous composition produced by a melt blend of a copolymer and plasticising oil or oils.

Abstract: An internally illuminated cosmetic case that enables the color of the cosmetic material inside the case to be observed through the structure of the cosmetic case. A housing is provided that defines an internal chamber. The housing is made of a translucent or transparent material that enables the internal chamber to be observed through the structure of the housing. A volume of cosmetic material is disposed within the internal chamber. A light source is provided that shines light into the structure of the housing and illuminates the internal chamber within the housing. In this manner the color of the cosmetic material in the housing can be perceiveded.