Garment Storage Assembly

Abstract

A garment storage assembly for storing and organizing garments while providing portability and space saving functionality, which assembly includes a garment support portion. The garment support portion joins with each garment for storing and organizing the garments in a desired position. The garment support portion substantially contours the shape and dimension of each garment to restrict wrinkling. The garment support portion includes apertures for allowing air circulation. A base portion joins with the garment support portion for providing a mounting surface and foundation. The base portion can be folded into a closed position for portability and space-saving, and then unfolded back to an open position for accessing the garments. A mounting portion joins with the base portion and allows the assembly to mount to a mounting surface. A garment hinge allows the garment support portion to rotate perpendicular to the base portion for accessing each garment.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

The present utility patent application claims priority benefit of the U.S. provisional application for patent Ser. No. 61/652,198 entitled “Socks Rack”, filed on May 26, 2012 under 35 U.S.C. 119(e). The contents of this related provisional application are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes to the extent that such subject matter is not inconsistent herewith or limiting hereof.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION

One or more embodiments of the invention generally relate to storing garments. More particularly, the invention relates to a sock storage assembly.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The following background information may present examples of specific aspects of the prior art (e.g., without limitation, approaches, facts, or common wisdom) that, while expected to be helpful to further educate the reader as to additional aspects of the prior art, is not to be construed as limiting the present invention, or any embodiments thereof, to anything stated or implied therein or inferred thereupon.

The following is an example of a specific aspect in the prior art that, while expected to be helpful to further educate the reader as to additional aspects of the prior art, is not to be construed as limiting the present invention, or any embodiments thereof, to anything stated or implied therein or inferred thereupon. By way of educational background, another aspect of the prior art generally useful to be aware of is that a closet is a small and enclosed space, a cabinet, or a cupboard in a house or building used for general storage or hanging clothes. Accessories in the closet can be used to store various types of garments.

Typically, a sock is an item of clothing worn on the feet. The foot is among the heaviest producers of sweat in the body, as it is able to produce over 1 US pint of perspiration per day. Socks help to absorb this sweat and draw it to areas where air can evaporate the perspiration. In cold environments, socks decrease the risk of frostbite.

In view of the foregoing, it is clear that these traditional techniques are not perfect and leave room for more optimal approaches.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The present invention is illustrated by way of example, and not by way of limitation, in the figures of the accompanying drawings and in which like reference numerals refer to similar elements and in which:

FIG. 1 illustrates a detailed perspective view of an exemplary garment storage assembly joined with an exemplary at least one garment in an open position, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2 illustrates a detailed perspective view of an exemplary garment storage assembly folding from an open position to a closed position, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C illustrate various views of an exemplary garment storage assembly in a closed position, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, where FIG. 3A illustrates a top view of an exemplary garment storage assembly, FIG. 3B illustrates a detailed perspective view of an exemplary garment storage assembly, and FIG. 3C illustrates a side view of an exemplary mounting side of the base portion;

FIG. 4 illustrates a detailed perspective view of an exemplary garment support portion joined with an exemplary bracket on an exemplary base portion, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; and

FIGS. 5A and 5B illustrate detailed perspective views of an exemplary garment storage assembly with at least one set of garment support portions, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, where FIG. 5A illustrates an exemplary one set of garment storage portions on an exemplary base portion, and FIG. 5B illustrates an exemplary two sets of garment storage portions on an exemplary base portion.

Unless otherwise indicated illustrations in the figures are not necessarily drawn to scale.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SOME EMBODIMENTS

The present invention is best understood by reference to the detailed figures and description set forth herein.

Embodiments of the invention are discussed below with reference to the Figures. However, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the detailed description given herein with respect to these figures is for explanatory purposes as the invention extends beyond these limited embodiments. For example, it should be appreciated that those skilled in the art will, in light of the teachings of the present invention, recognize a multiplicity of alternate and suitable approaches, depending upon the needs of the particular application, to implement the functionality of any given detail described herein, beyond the particular implementation choices in the following embodiments described and shown. That is, there are numerous modifications and variations of the invention that are too numerous to be listed but that all fit within the scope of the invention. Also, singular words should be read as plural and vice versa and masculine as feminine and vice versa, where appropriate, and alternative embodiments do not necessarily imply that the two are mutually exclusive.

It is to be further understood that the present invention is not limited to the particular methodology, compounds, materials, manufacturing techniques, uses, and applications, described herein, as these may vary. It is also to be understood that the terminology used herein is used for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. It must be noted that as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include the plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, a reference to “an element” is a reference to one or more elements and includes equivalents thereof known to those skilled in the art. Similarly, for another example, a reference to “a step” or “a means” is a reference to one or more steps or means and may include sub-steps and subservient means. All conjunctions used are to be understood in the most inclusive sense possible. Thus, the word “or” should be understood as having the definition of a logical “or” rather than that of a logical “exclusive or” unless the context clearly necessitates otherwise. Structures described herein are to be understood also to refer to functional equivalents of such structures. Language that may be construed to express approximation should be so understood unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. Preferred methods, techniques, devices, and materials are described, although any methods, techniques, devices, or materials similar or equivalent to those described herein may be used in the practice or testing of the present invention. Structures described herein are to be understood also to refer to functional equivalents of such structures. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to embodiments thereof as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

From reading the present disclosure, other variations and modifications will be apparent to persons skilled in the art. Such variations and modifications may involve equivalent and other features which are already known in the art, and which may be used instead of or in addition to features already described herein.

Although Claims have been formulated in this Application to particular combinations of features, it should be understood that the scope of the disclosure of the present invention also includes any novel feature or any novel combination of features disclosed herein either explicitly or implicitly or any generalization thereof, whether or not it relates to the same invention as presently claimed in any Claim and whether or not it mitigates any or all of the same technical problems as does the present invention.

Features which are described in the context of separate embodiments may also be provided in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features which are, for brevity, described in the context of a single embodiment, may also be provided separately or in any suitable subcombination. The Applicants hereby give notice that new Claims may be formulated to such features and/or combinations of such features during the prosecution of the present Application or of any further Application derived therefrom.

References to “one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “example embodiment,” “various embodiments,” etc., may indicate that the embodiment(s) of the invention so described may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, but not every embodiment necessarily includes the particular feature, structure, or characteristic. Further, repeated use of the phrase “in one embodiment,” or “in an exemplary embodiment,” do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, although they may.

Headings provided herein are for convenience and are not to be taken as limiting the disclosure in any way.

The enumerated listing of items does not imply that any or all of the items are mutually exclusive, unless expressly specified otherwise.

The terms “a”, “an” and “the” mean “one or more”, unless expressly specified otherwise.

Devices that are in communication with each other need not be in continuous communication with each other, unless expressly specified otherwise. In addition, devices that are in communication with each other may communicate directly or indirectly through one or more intermediaries.

A description of an embodiment with several components in communication with each other does not imply that all such components are required. On the contrary a variety of optional components are described to illustrate the wide variety of possible embodiments of the present invention.

As is well known to those skilled in the art many careful considerations and compromises typically must be made when designing for the optimal manufacture of a commercial implementation any system, and in particular, the embodiments of the present invention. A commercial implementation in accordance with the spirit and teachings of the present invention may configured according to the needs of the particular application, whereby any aspect(s), feature(s), function(s), result(s), component(s), approach(es), or step(s) of the teachings related to any described embodiment of the present invention may be suitably omitted, included, adapted, mixed and matched, or improved and/or optimized by those skilled in the art, using their average skills and known techniques, to achieve the desired implementation that addresses the needs of the particular application.

The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to embodiments thereof as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

There are various types of garment storage assemblies that may be provided by preferred embodiments of the present invention. In one embodiment of the present invention, the garment storage assembly may store and organize at least one garment while providing portability and space saving functionality. In some embodiments, the garment storage assembly may be configured to facilitate organization of the at least one garment. In this manner, identification and selection of a desired garment may be expedited. The garment storage assembly may further enhance the at least one garment by allowing for air circulation, providing sufficient space to help prevent wrinkling, and inhibiting odors that emit from the at least one garment. In some embodiments, the at least one garment may include, without limitation, socks, ties, gloves, brasseries, underwear, skirts, shirts, and pants.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the garment storage assembly may include at least one garment support portion. The at least one garment support portion may be configured to join with the at least one garment for storing and organizing each garment in a desired position. The at least one garment support portion may substantially contour the shape and dimension of each garment. In this manner, the at least one garment support portion may receive and hold the at least one garment in a secure manner. For example, without limitation, a substantially L-shaped, flat garment support portion may slidably receive a sock, with the heel of the sock engaging an external bend of the L-shaped garment support portion. The sock may then remain securely joined with the at least one garment support portion until deliberately removed. The sock may stretch over the L-shaped garment support portion, thereby inhibiting wrinkles. In some embodiments, the garment storage assembly may include a plurality of garment support portions positioned in proximity to each other. Those skilled in the art, in light of the present teachings, will recognize that the positioning and orientation of each garment support portion may provide organizational functionality. In some embodiments, the at least one garment support portion may include at least one aperture for allowing air circulation.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the garment support assembly may include a base portion. The base portion may join with the at least one garment support portion for providing a mounting surface and foundation. In some embodiments, the shape and dimension of the base portion may be manipulated to reduce space and provide portability for the garment storage assembly. For example, without limitation, the base portion may include a planar surface that supports two sets of garment support portions from the edges. The base portion may then fold in half at a base hinge, whereby the two sets of garment support portions may press against each other and the overall space taken by the garment storage assembly may be halved. In this position, the garment storage assembly may include a closed position. A base fastener may serve to secure the base portion in the closed position. The garment storage assembly may later be unfolded into an open position for accessing the at least one garment. However, in other embodiments, the base portion may join with only one garment support portion and remain in a planar configuration. In one alternative embodiment, a plurality of garment support portions, with each garment support portion retaining a different garment and joining a different section of the base portion, may be folded over each other.

In one embodiment of the present invention, a mounting portion may serve to join the base portion with the at least one garment support portion. The mounting portion may include a bracket that fastens to the base portion. A garment hinge may join with the bracket, whereby each individual garment support portion may rotate perpendicular to the base, and independently from other garment support portions. In this manner, viewing and dispensing of each garment may be facilitated. In some embodiments, the mounting portion may include a mounting fastener for joining the base portion with a mounting surface. The mounting fastener may include, without limitation, a hook, a clip, a string, a magnet, a hook and loop fastener, and an adhesive. In some embodiments, the base portion may include at least one base aperture for at least partially allowing the mounting fastener to pass through. In this manner, the at least one garment support portion may position on a garment side of the base portion, yet the mounting fastener may pass through a mounting side of the base portion. The mounting side of the base portion may then mount against the mounting surface, while the at least one garment may remain accessible from the garment side of the base portion.

FIG. 1 illustrates a detailed perspective view of an exemplary garment storage assembly joined with an exemplary at least one garment in an open position, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In the present invention, a garment storage assembly 100 may be configured to store and organize at least one garment 102. However, in other embodiments, the storage assembly may store and organize additional items, including, without limitation, office supplies, keys, spices, kitchen utensils, silverware, dishes, jewelry, books, CDs, auto parts, and medical supplies. In some embodiments, the at least one garment may include a plurality of similar garments stacked in proximity to each other. However, in other embodiments, the garment storage assembly may store an eclectic variety of different garments simultaneously. In one embodiment, the garment storage assembly may be configured to facilitate organization of the at least one garment. A variety of garments may position in a predetermined position and orientation in the garment storage assembly. In this manner, identification and selection of a desired garment may be expedited. For example, without limitation, twenty pairs of socks may slidably join with twenty garment support portions with each pair of socks rotatably hinging on a garment hinge for facilitated access and viewing.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the garment storage assembly may function to reconfigure into a portable size and dimension for saving space during travel. In some embodiments, the garment storage assembly may fold or compact to protect the at least one garment and save space. In some embodiments, the garment storage assembly may enhance the at least one garment by allowing for air circulation, providing sufficient space to help prevent wrinkling, and inhibiting odors that emit from the at least one garment. In some embodiments, the at least one garment may include, without limitation, socks, ties, gloves, brasseries, underwear, skirts, shirts, and pants. However, in other embodiments, additional garments, sports equipment, and toiletries may be stored inside the garment support assembly. Suitable materials for fabricating the garment storage assembly may include, without limitation, plastic, high density polyvinyl chloride, wood, fiberglass, aluminum, steel, and polymer resin derivatives. The garment storage assembly may include a base portion 104 for providing a foundation and framework, and a mounting portion 106 for mounting the garment support assembly to a mounting surface. The base portion may be shaped and dimensioned similarly to a book, whereby the base portion may fold in half. However, in other embodiments, the base portion may be a planar vertical or a planar horizontal shape, mounted to a mounting surface, such as, a wall, a door, and aside of a cabinet.

FIG. 2 illustrates a detailed perspective view of an exemplary garment storage assembly folding from an open position to a closed position, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In the present invention, the garment storage assembly may include at least one garment support portion 202. The at least one garment support portion may be configured to join with the at least one garment for storing and organizing each garment in a desired position. The at least one garment support portion may substantially contour the shape and dimension of each garment. In this manner, the at least one garment support portion may receive and hold the at least one garment in a secure manner. For example, without limitation, a substantially L-shaped, flat garment support portion may slidably receive a sock, with the heel of the sock engaging an external bend of the L-shaped garment support portion. The sock may then remain securely joined with the at least one garment support portion until deliberately removed. The sock may stretch over the L-shaped garment support portion, thereby inhibiting wrinkles. In some embodiments, the garment storage assembly may include a plurality of garment support portions positioned in proximity to each other. Those skilled in the art, in light of the present teachings, recognize that the positioning and orientation of each garment support portion may provide an organizational functionality. In some embodiments, the at least one garment support portion may include at least one aperture 204 for allowing air circulation. In this manner, odors that emit from the at least one garment may be at least partially restricted. In one alternative embodiment, the garment support portion may include odor inhibiting components, including, without limitation, charcoal, scented fabric strips, and oils.

In one embodiment of the present invention, a mounting portion may serve to join the base portion with the at least one garment support portion. The mounting portion may include a bracket 206 that fastens to the base portion. A garment hinge 208 may join with the bracket, whereby each individual garment support portion may rotate perpendicular to the base, and independently from other garment support portions. In some embodiments, the mounting portion may include a mounting fastener 210 for joining the base portion with a mounting surface. The mounting fastener may include, without limitation, a hook, a clip, a string, a magnet, a hook and loop fastener, and an adhesive. In some embodiments, the base portion may include at least one base aperture for at least partially allowing the mounting fastener to pass through. In this manner, the at least one garment support portion may position on a garment side of the base portion, yet the mounting fastener may pass through a mounting side of the base portion. The mounting side of the base portion may then mount against the mounting surface, while the at least one garment may remain accessible from the garment side of the base portion.

In some embodiments, the garment support assembly may include abuse portion. The base portion may join with the at least one garment support portion for providing a mounting surface and foundation. The base portion may be folded at a base hinge 212. In some embodiments, the base portion may fold over the base hinge, similar to a book. The base hinge may allow the base portion to rotate between an open position 216, where the at least one garment is accessible, to a closed position for facilitated portability. In this manner, the shape and dimension of the base portion may be manipulated to reduce space and provide portability for the garment storage assembly. The base portion may comprise a garment side 214 where the at least one garment rests. A mounting side may provide a surface for joining the assembly to a barrier or a wall. Those skilled in the art, in light of the present teachings, will recognize that the garment storage assembly may inside a closet for storing socks, ties, and other garments. In one alternative embodiment, the base portion may be sized and dimensioned 3′ high and 18″ wide. However, in other embodiments, the garment storage assembly may be larger or smaller. In one alternative embodiment, a door may position within the base portion for providing additional storage space inside the garment storage assembly.

FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C illustrate various views of an exemplary garment storage assembly in a closed position, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, where FIG. 3A illustrates a top view of an exemplary garment storage assembly, FIG. 38 illustrates a detailed perspective view of an exemplary garment storage assembly, and FIG. 3C illustrates a side view of an exemplary mounting side of the base portion. In the present invention, abuse fastener 302 may serve to secure the base portion in a closed position 304, when folded. The base portion may include a small vertical or horizontal flat storage, configured to receive a specific item. The base portion may then be secured in a closed position with a zipper. The formed locked pocket may be fabricated from a material, including, without limitation, plastic, leather, nonwoven material, and cotton. In some embodiments, the closed position of the garment storage assembly may be efficacious for compact stowing and facilitated portability. The garment storage assembly may later be unfolded into an open position for accessing the at least one garment. However, in other embodiments, the base portion may join with only one garment support portion and remain in a planar configuration. In one alternative embodiment, a plurality of garment support portions, with each garment support portion retaining a different garment and joining a different section of the base portion, may be folded over each other. In some embodiments, the base portion may include at least one base aperture 306 for enabling the mounting fastener, such as a hook, to at least partially pass through. In this manner, the garment storage assembly may attach to the mounting surface from the mounting side, and the at least one garment may be accessible from the garment side.

FIG. 4 illustrates a detailed perspective view of an exemplary garment support portion joined with an exemplary bracket on an exemplary base portion, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In the present invention, the mounting portion may include a bracket that fastens to the base portion. A garment hinge portion 402 may join with the bracket, whereby each individual garment support portion may rotate perpendicular to the base, and independently from other garment support portions. In this manner, viewing and dispensing of each garment may be facilitated.

FIGS. 5A and 5B illustrate detailed perspective views of an exemplary garment storage assembly with at least one set of garment support portions, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, where FIG. 5A illustrates an exemplary one set of garment storage portions on an exemplary base portion, and FIG. 5B illustrates an exemplary two sets of garment storage portions on an exemplary base portion. In the present invention, the base portion may include a planar surface that supports two sets of garment support portions from the edges. The base portion may then fold in half at a base hinge, whereby the two sets of garment support portions may lay adjacent to each other in an orientation that minimizes the width of the base portion. The orientation may include, without limitation, lying next to each other, touching at the corners, and forming a longitudinal axis. In this manner, two or more garments may be stored in the same base portion without significantly increasing the bulk of the garment storage assembly. In yet another embodiment, the garment storage assembly may store a single set of garments for smaller quantity of garments.

Those skilled in the art will readily recognize, in light of and in accordance with the teachings of the present invention, that any of the foregoing steps may be suitably replaced, reordered, removed and additional steps may be inserted depending upon the needs of the particular application. Moreover, the prescribed method steps of the foregoing embodiments may be implemented using any physical and/or hardware system that those skilled in the art wilt readily know is suitable in light of the foregoing teachings. For any method steps described in the present application that can be carried out on a computing machine, a typical computer system can, when appropriately configured or designed, serve as a computer system in which those aspects of the invention may be embodied. Thus, the present invention is not limited to any particular tangible means of implementation.

All the features disclosed in this specification, including any accompanying abstract and drawings, may be replaced by alternative features serving the same, equivalent or similar purpose, unless expressly stated otherwise. Thus, unless expressly stated otherwise, each feature disclosed is one example only of a generic series of equivalent or similar features.

Having fully described at least one embodiment of the present invention, other equivalent or alternative methods of implementing a garment storage assembly that compacts for portability, and organizes garments according to the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Various aspects of the invention have been described above by way of illustration, and the specific embodiments disclosed are not intended to limit the invention to the particular forms disclosed. The particular implementation of the garment storage assembly that compacts for portability, and organizes garments may vary depending upon the particular context or application. By way of example, and not limitation, the garment storage assembly that compacts for portability, and organizes garments described in the foregoing were principally directed to a sock organization and storage carrier implementations; however, similar techniques may instead be applied to paper files that need to be organized and stored for transport, which implementations of the present invention are contemplated as within the scope of the present invention. The invention is thus to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the following claims. It is to be further understood that not all of the disclosed embodiments in the foregoing specification will necessarily satisfy or achieve each of the Objects, advantages, or improvements described in the foregoing specification.

Claim elements and steps herein may have been numbered and/or lettered solely as an aid in readability and understanding. Any such numbering and lettering in itself is not intended to and should not be taken to indicate the ordering of elements and/or steps in the claims.

The corresponding structures, materials, acts, and equivalents of all means or step plus function elements in the claims below are intended to include any structure, material, or act for performing the function in combination with other claimed elements as specifically claimed.

The Abstract is provided to comply with 37 C.F.R. Section 1.72(b) requiring an abstract that will allow the reader to ascertain the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to limit or interpret the scope or meaning of the claims. The following claims are hereby incorporated into the detailed description, with each claim standing on its own as a separate embodiment.

Claims

1. An assembly comprising:

at least one garment support portion, said at least one garment support portion being configured to join with at least one garment, said at least one garment being disposed to substantially contour a size and a dimension of said at least one garment support portion; and

a base portion, said base portion being configured to join with said at least one garment support portion, said base portion being operable to compact.

2. The assembly of claim 1, in which said assembly comprises a garment storage assembly.

3. The assembly of claim 1, in which said assembly comprises an open position.

4. The assembly of claim 1, in which said assembly comprises a closed position.

5. The assembly of claim 1, in which said at least one garment comprises at least one sock.

6. The assembly of claim 1, wherein said at least one garment support portion is shaped to substantially match a shape of said at least one garment.

7. The assembly of claim 1, in which said garment support portion comprises at least one aperture, said at least one aperture being operable to enable air circulation to at least partially pass through said assembly.

8. The assembly of claim 1, wherein said base portion is operable to fold at a base hinge.

9. The assembly of claim 1, in which said base portion comprises a mounting side.

10. The assembly of claim 1, in which said base portion comprises a garment side.

11. The assembly of claim 1, in which said base portion comprises at least one base aperture.

12. The assembly of claim 1, in which said base portion comprises a base fastener.

13. The assembly of claim 1, wherein said base portion joins with a mounting portion.

14. The assembly of claim 13, in which said mounting portion comprises a bracket.

15. The assembly of claim 14, in which said mounting portion comprises a garment hinge, said garment hinge being configured to join with said at least one garment support portion, said garment hinge being operable to rotate said at least one garment support portion perpendicularly with said base portion.

16. The assembly of claim 15, in which said mounting portion comprises a mounting fastener.

17. The assembly of claim 16, in which said at least one base aperture is configured to enable said mounting fastener to at least partially pass through.

18. The assembly of claim 17, in which said mounting portion joins with a mounting surface.

19. An assembly comprising:

means for configuring abuse portion to an open position;

means for joining at least one garment with at least one garment support portion;

means for at least partially enabling said at least one garment to contour a size and dimension of said at least one garment support portion;

means for rotating said at least one garment support portion on a base hinge; and

means for folding said base portion to a closed position.

20. An assembly consisting of:

at least one garment support portion, said at least one garment support portion being configured to join with at least one garment, said at least one garment comprising at least one sock, said at least one garment being disposed to substantially contour a size and a dimension of said at least one garment support portion, said at least one garment support portion comprising a substantially shape, said at least one garment support portion further comprising at least one aperture;

a base portion, said base portion comprising a planar shape, said base portion comprising a mounting side, said base portion further comprising a garment side, said base portion further comprising at least one base aperture, said base portion being configured to join with said at least one garment support portion, said base portion being operable to fold in half; and

a mounting portion, said mounting portion comprising a bracket, said mounting portion further comprising a garment hinge, said mounting portion further comprising a mounting fastener, said mounting portion being operable to join with a mounting surface.