WAIST WORN POUCH
A waist worn pouch assembly device for use in gardening or other tasks that provides an unobtrusively positioned pouch for filling, transporting, and unloading waste products. The pouch also includes at least one zipper for partially detaching a panel proximate the bottom of the pouch to permit any contents of the pouch to be readily emptied from the bottom of the pouch.
The present application claims priority to co-pending provisional application Ser. No. 60/755,686, entitled The “Waistie” Bag filed on Jan. 3, 2006, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
TECHNICAL FIELDThe present invention relates to a waist worn pouch assembly, and more particularly to such a pouch for use in gardening or other tasks that provides an unobtrusively positioned reservoir for filling, transporting, and unloading waste products.
BACKGROUNDThe task of gardening and the collecting of gardening waste, growing items (such as seeds or plant cuttings), fresh floral cuttings or herbs is often associated with dragging a bucket, tray or trash can along for the job as the work is done or leaving piles along the way to later be swept up. This work can be done as a hobby or a professional job and can take place in many settings from the front yard of a home to a greenhouse or picking field. Some jobs are small and tedious and dragging a bucket or trashcan around is a nuisance and overkill for the job at hand.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONCertain embodiments of the waist worn pouch assembly of the invention include a pouch having a partially detachable front panel and an open top. At least one zipper is integrated into the pouch for at least partially detaching the front panel from the pouch. The detachable portion of the front panel is located generally adjacent to the bottom of the pouch to permit any contents of the pouch to be readily emptied from the bottom of the pouch. The pouch assembly of such embodiments also includes means for connecting the pouch to a user to wear the pouch.
Some of the embodiments of the waist worn pouch assembly of the invention include a pouch having an at least partially detachable bottom panel and an open top. At least one zipper is integrated into the pouch for at least partially detaching the bottom panel from the pouch to permit any contents of the pouch to be readily emptied from the bottom of the pouch. The pouch assembly of such embodiments also includes a waist belt for connecting the pouch to a user to position the open top proximate the user's waist.
Some of the embodiments of the waist worn pouch assembly of the invention include a pouch having a front panel, a back panel opposite the front panel, a bottom panel, opposing side panels, and an open top. At least one of the front panel and bottom panel are at least partially detachable from the pouch. The detachable portion of the panel or panels is located adjacent to the bottom of the pouch to permit any contents of the pouch to be readily emptied from the bottom of the pouch. The pouch also includes stiffening panels supported by at least one of the back panel and the opposing side panels to hold open the top of the pouch. The pouch also includes means for connecting the pouch to a user to position the open top proximate the user's waist.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGSThe following drawings are illustrative of particular embodiments of the present invention and therefore do not limit the scope of the invention. The drawings are not to scale (unless so stated) and are intended for use in conjunction with the explanations in the following detailed description. Embodiments of the present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings, wherein like numerals denote like elements.
The following detailed description is exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit the scope, applicability, or configuration of the invention in any way. Rather, the following description provides practical illustrations for implementing exemplary embodiments of the present invention. Examples of constructions, materials, dimensions, and manufacturing processes are provided for selected elements, and all other elements employ that which is known to those of skill in the field of the invention. Those skilled in the art will recognize that many of the examples provided have suitable alternatives that can be utilized.
Certain embodiments of the present invention relate to a pouch that attaches to a belt that clips around the waist for the collection of garden debris or agriculture products. With reference to
Additional details regarding the pouch design and construction may be seen with reference to a diagrammatic view of an embodiment of the pouch shown in
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Certain embodiments of the pouch 10 of the invention are constructed of multiple layers of material for comfort and protection. For instance, the pouch 10 may be made of water and dirt resistant materials, such as nylon taffeta with a PVC backing, making it durable for the outdoor environment. Other fabrics and materials may also be appropriate. In the embodiment shown in
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For ease of storage, shipping and marketing, the zippers unzip all the way to the back panel 16 of the pouch 10, as shown in
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In the foregoing detailed description, the invention has been described with reference to specific embodiments. However, it may be appreciated that various modifications and changes can be made without departing from the scope of the invention as set forth in the appended claims. Although embodiments of the invention are described in the context of gardening, it is contemplated that some embodiments of the invention may be used in other environments. For instance, the pouch assembly is described for use in gardening. However, it should be understood that the pouch can be used for many purposes, including floral or greenhouse work, farming, interiorscape and personal indoor use, such as collecting small household items or waste. Thus, some of the features of preferred embodiments described herein are not necessarily included in preferred embodiments of the invention which are intended for alternative uses.
Claims
1. A waist worn pouch assembly, comprising:
- a pouch having a partially detachable front panel and an open top;
- at least one zipper integrated into the pouch for at least partially detaching the front panel from the pouch, the detachable portion of the front panel being adjacent to the bottom of the pouch to permit any contents of the pouch to be readily emptied from the bottom of the pouch; and
- means for connecting the pouch to a user to wear the pouch.
2. The pouch assembly of claim 1, wherein the pouch includes a partially detachable bottom panel, the at least one zipper for at least partially detaching the bottom panel from the pouch.
3. The pouch assembly of claim 1, wherein the pouch includes opposing side panels, the side panels including stiffening members to retain the shape of the pouch.
4. The pouch assembly of claim 1, wherein the at least one zipper includes two zippers.
5. The pouch assembly of claim 1, wherein the means for connecting the pouch includes a waist belt.
6. The pouch assembly of claim 1, wherein the pouch is formed of layers of nylon.
7. The pouch assembly of claim 1, wherein the pouch includes a back panel opposite the front panel and adapted for placement against the wearer, the back panel including a layer of padding.
8. The pouch assembly of claim 7, wherein the back panel includes a stiffening member to retain the shape of the pouch.
9. The pouch assembly of claim 1, wherein the at least one zipper includes only one zipper pull.
10. A waist worn pouch assembly, comprising:
- a pouch having a partially detachable bottom panel and an open top;
- at least one zipper integrated into the pouch for at least partially detaching the bottom panel from the pouch to permit any contents of the pouch to be readily emptied from the bottom of the pouch; and
- a waist belt for connecting the pouch to a user to position the open top proximate the user's waist.
11. The pouch assembly of claim 10, wherein the pouch includes opposing side panels, the side panels including stiffening members to retain the shape of the pouch.
12. The pouch assembly of claim 11, wherein one of the side panels includes a storage pocket.
13. The pouch assembly of claim 10, wherein the pouch is collapsible into a generally compact configuration.
14. The pouch assembly of claim 10, further comprising a tool holster slidably mounted to the waist belt.
15. The pouch assembly of claim 10, wherein the pouch is slidably mounted to the waist belt via at least two belt loops on the pouch.
16. A waist worn pouch assembly, comprising:
- a pouch having a front panel, a back panel opposite the front panel, a bottom panel, opposing side panels, and an open top, at least one of the front panel and bottom panel being at least partially detachable from the pouch, the detachable portion of the panel being adjacent to the bottom of the pouch to permit any contents of the pouch to be readily emptied from the bottom of the pouch;
- stiffening panels supported by at least one of the back panel and the opposing side panels to hold open the top of the pouch; and
- means for connecting the pouch to a user to position the open top proximate the user's waist.
17. The pouch assembly of claim 16, wherein the bottom panel is partially detachable from the pouch.
18. The pouch assembly of claim 16, further including at least one zipper integrated into the pouch for at least partially detaching the at least one partially detachable front panel and bottom panel.
19. The pouch assembly of claim 16, further including a layer of padding supported by the back panel, the back panel being adapted for placement against the wearer during use.
20. The pouch assembly of claim 16, wherein the stiffening panels help retain the shape of the pouch.
Type: Application
Filed: Jan 3, 2007
Publication Date: Jul 5, 2007
Inventor: Julie Fishman (Glen Allen, VA)
Application Number: 11/619,492
International Classification: F42B 39/02 (20060101); A45F 3/00 (20060101); F41C 33/02 (20060101); A45C 1/04 (20060101);