Abstract: A scratching implement to allow a user to scratch his or her scalp without disturbing or interfering with his or her hairstyle. The scratching implement includes an elongated shaft having a first end and a second end, wherein the second end provides a scratching end. The first end includes a transversely affixed crossbar in relation to the elongated shaft to provide a handle. The first end further includes a circular ring affixed thereto configured to allow the user to carry the scratching implement on a keychain. The scratching implement includes a cover having an indentation thereon configured to receive and removably secure the elongated shaft via friction fit. An alternative embodiment includes a hinge or joint along a substantial midpoint of the elongated shaft to allow the implement to be folded for storage.

Abstract: A skull-cap/clip-retainer combination (10) comprises a skull-cap main shell (16) having clip-retainer pockets (24, 26) attached to an interior surface (20) thereof, each pocket having a wall (28) defining a pocket cavity (30) and a mouth (32) directed substantially toward a peripheral outer edge (22) of the main shell, and an elongated, bistable, spring, clip retainer (14) having first and second legs (34, 36) coupled together. In an open stable attitude of the clip retainer the legs are spread apart, but in a closed stable attitude the legs are closer together. The clip retainer is of a size and shape such that at least a first leg thereof fits into the clip-retainer pocket cavity through the mouth thereof when the clip retainer is slid along a person's head from the outer edge into the interior of the skull cap in an open attitude. The clip retainer can then be forced into the closed stable attitude with the first and second legs clamped onto hair and the wall of the clip-retainer pocket.

Abstract: The headband of the present invention is useful for bridal veils, tiaras, and other head pieces. The headband includes a plurality of securement loops adapted to receive a bobby pin or bobby pin for securing the headband to a person's hair. The loops are provided on the front and lateral sides of the headband so as to be concealed from view, and so as to stabilize and prevent movement of the head piece.