Combined Patents (Class 150/106)
  • Publication number: 20100051150
    Abstract: A bag includes a bag body, a mounting component, and a mechanical music device. The bag body defines a receiving space, and has a bag wall formed with a sound hole therethrough. The mounting component is disposed in the receiving space. The mechanical music device is mounted in the receiving space, and includes a case and a music producing unit. The case is mounted on the mounting component, and includes a first case wall, a second case wall, and a connecting wall. The first and second case walls and the connecting wall cooperate to define an accommodating space. The case has a sound port that is in spatial communication with the accommodating space. The music producing unit is disposed in the case for producing music, and includes a base, a cylinder, a comb, a spring motor, and a knob.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2009
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Inventors: Chiung-Yun Chang, Wei-Hung Lai
  • Publication number: 20090293999
    Abstract: The purse provides a display case incorporated therein which allows a collector to display his/her collectable, such as for example a doll, in a convenient manner. The display case is removably secured to the purse and can therefore be replaced when necessary. The display case has an adjustable back wall which provides for variations in the depth of the display case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2008
    Publication date: December 3, 2009
    Inventors: Kathleena Bravo-Olsher, Elizabeth Santillana-Luna
  • Publication number: 20090283183
    Abstract: This “Interchangeable Scarf Handbag” allows you to change the look of the handbag by threading a scarf of choice through rings on the bag thus creating a unique and individually expressive accessory. An article, specifically a handbag, in patent leather, pvc, pu, canvas or any other material, in which twelve holes are cut into the material on the top rim to create an opening. Twelve openings on the top rim, six on each side, are finished with brass rings. These rings are ½ inch in diameter. These hollow brass rings become the receptacle for items to be threaded around the top rim of the bag. The size of the hole makes it extremely easy to thread the scarf or any other material allowing for individual expression.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Publication date: November 19, 2009
    Inventor: YORAM GOLAN
  • Publication number: 20090277548
    Abstract: The embodiments described herein provide in one aspect a cylindrical carrying case comprising a top panel, a bottom panel, a side panel, a graphic display cover and a strap. The top, bottom and side panels can be configured to define an interior volume and an outer surface of the carrying case. The top, bottom and side panels are substantially inflexible and the top panel is releasably attached to the side panel to define a top opening for inserting items in, or removing items from, the interior volume of the carrying case. The graphic display cover comprises a continuous, transparent panel and is conformable to the shape of the outer surface of the carrying case. The graphic display cover is releasably coupled to the outer surface of the carrying case to form a pocket having at least one opening. The strap has a length and first and second ends attached to the carrying case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2008
    Publication date: November 12, 2009
    Applicant: PATTER MANUFACTURING
    Inventor: Michael Patterson
  • Patent number: 7607462
    Abstract: A carryall or tote is a bag with an open top end that communicates with at least one inner pouch volume. The open top end is closed with a releasable closure. A transparent pocket located upon the front outer surface of the bag holds an accessory, such as an electronic access key or electronic access unit to permit real estate agents to access real properties listed for sale. A back pocket located upon the back outer surface holds one or more business cards or other identification indicia. A length-adjustable neck strap is provided from which the bag may be suspended. Alternatively, the bag may be suspended by one or more belt engaging loops. In some embodiments, a pen pocket may be provided as well as an additional pouch that is releasably fastened to the bag to hold other accessories.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2009
    Inventor: Katherine H. Degliobizzi
  • Publication number: 20090205758
    Abstract: A carrying bag (1) comprises: an enclosure having an opening and an interior volume for containing items to be carried; a shoulder strap (5) connected at both ends to the enclosure; and a harness (7) for receiving and supporting an infant in a substantially upright posture, wherein a base portion of the harness is attached to the enclosure and an upper portion of the harness is detachably attachable to the shoulder strap (5), such that the harness (7) can be selectively deployed. The harness (7) comprises first (27) and second (29) webs which, when attached to the shoulder strap (5), define an opening for receiving the infant. When the webs (27,29) are not attached to the shoulder strap (5), they may be stowed in a web stowage compartment (11) or may alternatively constitute a flap cover for the enclosure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2007
    Publication date: August 20, 2009
    Inventor: Deborah Claire Mankelow
  • Publication number: 20090199939
    Abstract: A purse system for holding personal items of a user on the user's wrist or conventionally is disclosed. A purse comprises a front section and a rear section, each section being pivotally fixed together at a common lower edge. At least one wrist band is included, each having a band closure and attachable around the wrist of the user and secured thereto with the band closure. Each wrist band is attachable to a selectively openable ring eyelet. A band attachment ring is fixed to an outside surface of the purse, each ring eyelet being receivable therein. As such, the purse may be selectively fixed to each wrist band with the at least one ring eyelet A shoulder strap is further included and attachable at each end thereof to one of a pair of strap attachment means fixed to the purse. The outside surface of the purse further may include at least one retention band adapted for selective retention to the outside surface of the purse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2008
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Inventor: Milana Pruzhansky
  • Publication number: 20090194208
    Abstract: A bag having a mosaic graphic of novel visual effect includes a bag and an image presenting layer attached to the surface of the bag. The bag is a container for holding goods. The image presenting layer includes a base layer and a plurality of image presenting units fastened to the base layer. Each of the image presenting units has a single selected color on the surface thereof. By arranging multiple numbers of the image presenting units on the base layer and through the single selected color showing on the surface thereof a desired graphic can be presented. Thus by coupling the bag and the mosaic art the bag has an artistic, good looking and amusing novel visual effect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2008
    Publication date: August 6, 2009
    Inventor: YI WEN CHANG
  • Patent number: 7537032
    Abstract: A key locator includes first and second members. The first member has opposed ends and an intermediate u-shaped region. One of the ends of the first member comprises a hook for engaging the second member which includes a clasp while the other end comprises an enlarged portion for fixing an ornament thereto. The arrangement is suitable for hanging at the open top of a bag-like device such as a purse, backpack or briefcase whereby the ornament is displayed at the same time that the keys are readily accessible without undue fishing efforts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2009
    Assignee: Alexx, Inc.
    Inventor: Sandra Stein
  • Publication number: 20090120546
    Abstract: An auxiliary storage accessory for use with shoulder bags releasably attaches to the attachment points of the shoulder strap on the shoulder bag with elastic straps in order to be usable with a variety of shoulder bags. The storage accessory is typically an auxiliary bag. The storage accessory is removable and can include a storage compartment and/or item holders such as pockets, straps, clips, hooks, loops, and combinations thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2007
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Inventor: Joseph Berk
  • Publication number: 20090095039
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for attaching keys to a purse are disclosed. The apparatus includes a strap, a key-retaining device, a metal clip, and a long strap with a loop on the proximal end through which the distal end may be threaded. The method of the invention includes attaching one or more keys to the key-retaining device, wrapping the apparatus around the handle of a purse, threading the distal end through the loop on the proximal end, and tightening the strap such that the distal end hangs freely while the loop secures the apparatus to the purse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2008
    Publication date: April 16, 2009
    Inventor: Linda F. Nagamine
  • Publication number: 20090032153
    Abstract: This invention is directed toward an airtight, refrigerated cosmetics handbag that can be used as a stand alone product or inserted into other, larger handbags. The handbag has a pocket in the top panel into which frozen gel packs can be inserted, so that heat-sensitive cosmetics are cooled from the top. The exterior of the handbag is constructed of heat-shielding and/or heat reflective materials. The inside of the handbag additionally comprises means by which the cosmetics can be retained in a safe but compact form, and, optionally, a bi-directionally modifiable valve through which excess air can be removed subsequent to the cosmetics being placed in the handbag. The handbag can be manufactured in a variety of sizes and shapes, and, preferentially, from recycled materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2007
    Publication date: February 5, 2009
    Inventor: Joyce Hayes Burnett
  • Patent number: 7481255
    Abstract: A system for securing a metallic item in a purse is disclosed and comprises a first magnet for positioning exterior on the exterior face of the purse wall, and a second magnet for positioning in the purse interior on the interior face of the wall, the second magnet being magnetically attracted to the first magnet. An ornament may be mounted on the first magnet to obscure at least a portion of the first magnet. A method includes positioning the first magnet adjacent to the exterior face of the wall, positioning the second magnet adjacent to the interior face at a location that is substantially opposite of the first magnet such that magnetic attraction pulls the first and second magnets toward each other on the opposite wall faces, and moving the metallic item into the interior and bringing the item into contact with the second magnet such that the item is magnetically attracted thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2009
    Inventor: Christina Rees
  • Publication number: 20080264531
    Abstract: A device for protecting a handbag includes a bag, one or more elastic bands and an optional pliable trim piece, each attached to the bag. The elastic bands encircle the bag and are positioned between the opening and the bottom of the bag. The pliable trim piece encircles the bag and is positioned at the opening of the bag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2008
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Inventor: Jacqueline Amante
  • Patent number: 7422111
    Abstract: A yarn keeper has a front, back, two sides, bottom and top provided as discs. Most of the discs are joined at sew lines with at least one gap separating adjacent sew lines which provide access into an interior of the yarn keeper. The top is hingedly connected to the back and selectively securable relative to the front which provides the ability to insert a yarn ball therein and then the user can direct a yarn strand through a gap for use. The keeper has a storage configuration in which the sides, front and back are inwardly folded so that the top and bottom remain parallel, but closer together so that it could possibly preferably fit within a tote. The tote has an interior defined by zipper portions, sides, bottom and front and back with the zipper potion terminating intermediate the sides allowing items such as long needles to extend beyond the zipper portions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2008
    Inventor: Sophia Margaret Bridger
  • Publication number: 20080149234
    Abstract: This invention is about a mobile case that can be used both as a carrying case and as a device stand. As a carrying case, it can be used to carry the device and device accessories. The same case can be opened and placed on the table upside down with the flap opened to the outside as shown in FIG. 1 and can be used as a device stand. The case will have ridges on the flap to keep the handheld from sliding down and recess on the case to keep it from sliding side ways.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2006
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Inventor: Clifton Broumand
  • Publication number: 20080115866
    Abstract: A novel pocketbook is disclosed, which comprises a pocket portion and a tail portion that is foldable. The pocket portion comprises a pocket and, optionally, a fastener to prevent the contents of the pocket portion from spilling out. Additionally, the pocket portion may contain a nested pocket to allow for better organization of the contents. As another option, the pocket portion may include a stiffener to allow for easier placement of the pocketbook in a pant pocket. The tail portion is comprised of foldable material and may also contain a split pocket that may be lined with a soft non-abrasive material. The tail portion may be used as a handkerchief and as an eyeglass cleaner. The tail portion may be designed fold over the lip of a pant pocket, thus resembling a bandana dangling from the pant pocket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2006
    Publication date: May 22, 2008
    Inventors: Jason Curtis, Jason Levy
  • Publication number: 20080110537
    Abstract: A handbag (10) is provided with an integrated power source (20), an integrated conductive network and a user interface operatively associated with a multi-functional strap (14) separably associated with the handbag (10), all of which cooperating to provide means for improving the overall experience associated with managing a number of portable electronic devices (18) individually and/or simultaneously. The handbag (10) includes a body (12) that defines at least one compartment for accommodating various personal items and means suitable for accommodating any of a variety of portable electronic devices (18) so as to be operatively connected to the power source, the interface. In addition, the handbag (10) includes a separable strap (14) having the user interface (30, 60) operatively associated therewith. The strap (14) is also advantageously suitable to connect portable electronic devices (18) to remote devices and to effectuate refreshing the integrated power source (20) via an external power supply.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2005
    Publication date: May 15, 2008
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS, N.V.
    Inventors: George Marmaropoulos, Giang Vu
  • Publication number: 20080073007
    Abstract: A verifiable handbag according to the present invention includes a container member defining an interior space and having distinctive indicia. The distinctive indicia may include a trademark or a work of art, such as an original or reproduction of a painting. The handbag may include a carrying strap that may be removed and worn as jewelry. Feet may be coupled to the container member for supporting it when not being carried. The handbag includes an electronic identifier, such as a RFID tag, for verifying, in conjunction with a RFID reader, the authenticity of the handbag. The handbag includes inner and outer lenticular tags enabling a purchaser to visually verify authenticity. Accordingly, the present invention provides a designer handbag that is trendy, difficult to counterfeit, and easy for a purchaser to authenticate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2006
    Publication date: March 27, 2008
    Inventor: Maribeth Zuesi-Kreuzer
  • Patent number: 7308922
    Abstract: A key locator includes first and second members. The first member has opposed ends and an intermediate u-shaped region. One of the ends of the first member comprises a hook for engaging the second member which includes a clasp while the other end comprises an enlarged portion for fixing an ornament thereto. The arrangement is suitable for hanging at the open top of a bag-like device such as a purse, backpack or briefcase whereby the ornament is displayed at the same time that the keys are readily accessible without undue fishing efforts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2007
    Assignee: Alexx, Inc.
    Inventor: Sandra Stein
  • Patent number: 7108425
    Abstract: A shaped resilient foam insert and a method of maintaining a shape and reducing wrinkling and creasing of a handbag during storage are provided. The method includes opening the handbag to expose an interior cavity thereof which is formed by walls of the handbag. The interior cavity has a first set of dimensions and the shaped resilient foam body (insert) is disposed within the interior cavity. The foam body has a second set of dimensions with at least one dimension of the second set being greater than one dimension of the first set so that the foam body applies an outward force against walls of the handbag so that the handbag maintains its shape during storage and the walls are supported during storage so as to help prevent wrinkling and creasing of the handbag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2006
    Inventor: Elizabeth Temkin
  • Patent number: 7090076
    Abstract: A handbag for housing a cell phone/Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) and containing a compartment for personal items is disclosed. The housing provisions include circuitry between inner lining and outer shell of handbag interconnecting various compartments therewithin, including backup battery compartment and a touch-operated screen (operable from the exterior). The handbag also has modular outlets to physically connect and integrate the cell phone/PDA system and an antenna to facilitate wireless connection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2006
    Inventors: Stanley Hartstein, Rachel Faye Hartstein
  • Patent number: 6994131
    Abstract: A carry-all bag is disclosed having a main compartment, a side compartment for an umbrella, and a bottom compartment for a microwaveable dish. The main compartment may have additional compartments for magazines, mobile phone, change, and water or beverage bottle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Inventor: Mamie Dedmon
  • Publication number: 20040250933
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to wallets, and more particularly to wallets useful for organizing, carrying, and displaying essential items. The wallet disclosed herein is a wearable display wallet that includes a fastening device for releasably retaining the wallet in a closed configuration and a display configuration. The closed configuration is a reverse embodiment of the display configuration. When the wallet is carried in the closed configuration, a display compartment is on an interior of the wallet. When said wallet is carried in the display configuration, the display compartment is on an exterior of the wallet. The fastening device is able to secure the wallet in both the closed configuration and the display configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2004
    Publication date: December 16, 2004
    Inventor: Cynthia DeMichele
  • Publication number: 20040216825
    Abstract: A wallet equipped with a timepiece and a money clip. The wallet comprises first and second exterior covers that define oppositely-facing first and second exterior surfaces, respectively. At least one pocket is defined within an interior of the wallet and sized for storing credit cards. The timepiece is a watch attached to the first exterior surface, and the money clip is attached to the second exterior surface so as to be oppositely disposed from the watch. The money clip has a portion roughly parallel to the plane of the second exterior surface and biased in a direction toward the second exterior surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2004
    Publication date: November 4, 2004
    Inventor: Frank Radochonski
  • Patent number: 6769807
    Abstract: An article shape maintenance system for maintaining the shape of a bag article during storage and non-use thereof. The article shape maintenance system includes a filler member, and a covering surrounding the filler member. The covering is comprised of a cloth material. The filler member is comprised of a resilient material such as foam rubber or polyester fiber. The filler member preferably includes a sachet containing a scented material. The filler member preferably includes silica gel or related material for absorbing moisture from within the bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2004
    Inventor: Madeline M. Bayard
  • Publication number: 20030230368
    Abstract: The present invention provides a handbag having a recess or similar depression molded in a back panel for holding a purse. A shoulder strap is provided for carrying the handbag with the back panel and the recess adjacent to the user's body so the purse is inaccessible to all but the user. The recess is sized to firmly fit the purse with the front of the purse being substantially flush with outer face of the back panel. The handbag is also provided with a back flap to complete cover the recess and the purse to make the purse even more inaccessible to non-users. Velcro or similar type of a fastener holds the back flap firmly to the back panel. At least the back panel of the handbag is made of a type of leather in which the recess is molded into back panel using warm water and a molding press. The back panel consists of two separate molded pieces of leather whose rough sides are joined by an adhesive and whose smooth sides are the outer and inner faces of the back panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2002
    Publication date: December 18, 2003
    Inventor: Catherine Cazes
  • Patent number: 6637484
    Abstract: An improved handbag is disclosed which includes an enclosure having opposed front (3) and rear panels (6), opposed side gussets (5), a bottom panel (8) and a top opening (7) defined opposite the bottom panel (8). The top opening (7) is twice the width of the bottom panel to provide easy viewing and access into a main compartment. A hinged closure flap (10) is provided for covering and securing the main compartment and its contents. When the closure flap (10) is in the closed position, the handbag has a sleek and classically styled exterior appearance. A series of storage pockets (16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45) are arranged upon the interior front (3) and rear panels (4) to facilitate selective filling of the pockets with essentials such as mobile technology products, keys, and multiple forms of currency and identification. The remaining main compartment is used for storing the user's unique items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2003
    Inventor: Kerri Kraft
  • Publication number: 20030121579
    Abstract: A purse or handbag which can be used as a usual purse or as a purse for carrying objects which are not to be seen. The purse may include separate side and end pouches for containing different objects. The purse can have VELCRO strips, buttons or snaps on a side and/or end surfaces to which a separate pouch having similar attaching elements thereon can be secure within the purse. The purse can be used in a casino with a separate pouch secured to an inner surface for carrying a casino cup which is hid from view.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2002
    Publication date: July 3, 2003
    Inventor: Ronald Bockewitz
  • Patent number: 6581736
    Abstract: A bag, of tote or briefcase size, includes an umbrella sleeve which is easily accessible. The sleeve comprises a stiff backing member and an elastic mesh material attached thereto to form an open-ended pocket. When not in use, the umbrella sleeve is stowed within a bottom pocket of the bag. When needed to hold an umbrella, the umbrella sleeve is pulled from the stowed position and placed in a use position, in which the umbrella sleeve is temporarily affixed to a side of the bag. In the use position, the umbrella sleeve is ready to receive an umbrella for storage while promoting drying, if the umbrella is wet. When the umbrella sleeve is no longer needed, it may be returned to the stowed position by the aid of the stiff backing member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2003
    Assignee: Tumi, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Scicluna
  • Publication number: 20030098108
    Abstract: A cover for all-terrain vehicle is provided. The cover may also serve as an extra cushion for the vehicle or a seat for carrying into the field.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2001
    Publication date: May 29, 2003
    Inventor: Keith Littlefield
  • Patent number: 6513661
    Abstract: An insulated pack has a main, insulated compartment suitable for holding refreshments at either a warmed or chilled temperature. It also has another compartment for valuables that has receptacles for such objects as cellular telephone handsets, wallets, and keys. It has a reinforced web framework structure, and a carrying handle mounted on the lid. Use of two of these packs, allows a user to keep different objects at different temperatures. The pack is particularly useful for attachment to a golf bag or golf cart to provide cool drinks during a round of golf.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2003
    Assignee: California Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Melvin S. Mogil
  • Publication number: 20020185202
    Abstract: A bag includes an upright bag body with a rectangular mouth portion confined by opposite longer walls and opposite shorter walls. At least one of the longer walls is formed with first strap holes therethrough. A carrying strap has opposite sections extending respectively through the first strap holes and formed with a respective retaining end for connecting the carrying strap to the bag body. A backing plate is disposed to lie against one of the longer walls, and is formed with second strap holes that permit extension of the carrying strap therethrough. A sound generating module has a frame unit mounted on the backing plate, and a data storage unit and an audio playback unit mounted on the frame unit. The audio playback unit is coupled to the data storage unit and is operable so as to audibly reproduce audio information stored in the data storage unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2001
    Publication date: December 12, 2002
    Inventor: Chin-Lien Ho
  • Patent number: 6481577
    Abstract: A nail care case for organizing and storing manicuring implements and articles is designed to be carried by hand or stored in a purse. The case is a foldable semi-rigid enclosure defining a receptacle in which at least two panels are attached. These panels include retaining flexible loops for mounting a plurality of manicuring implements and articles, a detachable hinged retainer member for stabilizing bottles and other containers when performing a manicure, a detachable holder in which other objects are stored, a mesh-type pocketed retainer with foldable flap using hook and loop fasteners. Attached to the enclosure is a foldable workstation panel that has an unobstructed work area and can include storage pocket to hold objects. An auxiliary pivotally mounted panel can be attached to the enclosure for mounting additional manicuring implements and articles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2002
    Inventor: DeAnna Roegner
  • Publication number: 20020157289
    Abstract: A decorative device includes a plate having one or more partitions for forming one or more casings. One or more decorative members and a fluid may be received in each of the casings. The decorative members may float or may move in the fluid, such as the air or the colored liquid. The plate may be secured onto a bottom board or directly secured onto an object for enclosing the decorative member in the casings. The decorative device may include an adhesive material applied onto the bottom board for allowing the decorative device to be easily secured onto various kinds of objects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2001
    Publication date: October 31, 2002
    Inventor: Yeong Shyan Hsueh
  • Patent number: 6447142
    Abstract: A purse with a built in light system. The light system is activated by a switch that turns the light on when the purse is opening and turns the light off when the purse is closed. The light is transmitted from a light source into an item holding chamber within the purse liner through a fiber optic cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Inventor: Karen L. Weir
  • Publication number: 20020121322
    Abstract: This invention provides a handbag having an accessory compartment which is easily insertable into and removable from the handbag and is secured into the handbag using two pairs of fasteners, such as snaps. When the compartment is removed from the handbag, the fasteners on the compartment can be engaged to each other in order to close the compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2001
    Publication date: September 5, 2002
    Inventor: Michael Seamon
  • Patent number: 6328146
    Abstract: A piece of baggage is provided with a retractable pocket that is configured to support a beverage container on the exterior of the piece of baggage. The pocket is constructed of a mesh material and has an elastic strap along an upper edge that allows the pocket to expand to support various size containers, such as bottled water. When not in use, the pocket can be held collapsed against or inside the piece of baggage by a closure mechanism such as a zipper. This conceals the pocket to improve the aesthetic appearance of the piece of baggage and reduces the risk of snagging the mesh pocket as the piece of baggage is transported.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2001
    Assignee: TRG Accessories, L.L.C.
    Inventor: Todd Siwak
  • Patent number: 6298993
    Abstract: A diaper bag (10) provides an enclosure (20) includes a top, bottom, front, back and side panels. The front panel is attached to the side and top panels by a zipper, allowing access to an interior compartment. Two back panel interior compartments (40) are made of mesh and may be sealed by separate zippers. Front panel interior compartments (60) include a full-width zipped pocket upon which are mounted four pleated front panel pockets made of mesh with elastic closures. A changing pad (80) is carried in the bottom of the interior compartment, and may be removed for use. A flip-out compartment array (100) is attached to an upper portion of the front wall. When the enclosure is opened, the flip-out compartment array may be removed from the interior compartment. A support assembly (200) carries the entire diaper bag by a tab located on an upper portion of the flip-out compartment, thereby orienting all compartments for easy access. At least one base interior compartment (120) is attached to the bottom panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2001
    Inventor: Monica E Kalozdi
  • Patent number: 6237776
    Abstract: An insulated pack has a main, insulated compartment suitable for holding refreshments at either a warmed or chilled temperature. It also has another compartment for valuables that has receptacles for such objects as cellular telephone handsets, wallets, and keys. It has a reinforced web framework structure, and a carrying handle mounted on the lid. Use of two of these packs, allows a user to keep different objects at different temperatures. The pack is particularly useful for attachment to a golf bag or golf cart to provide cool drinks during a round of golf.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2001
    Assignee: California Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Melvin S. Mogil
  • Patent number: 6179026
    Abstract: A wallet system including a sealable item concealment pouch, a pouch securing strap assembly, and a key securing mechanism. The key securing mechanism is includes a securing chain and a spring biased key gripping assembly. The spring biased key gripping assembly is positioned within an open topped pocket en an exterior surface of the sealable item concealment pouch and includes a resilient channel member having a key insertion slot defined between first and second key gripping members, the first and second key gripping members being biased toward each other by first and second springs such that a key placed within the key insertion slot is gripped between the first and second key gripping members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2001
    Inventor: Jacqueline Lopez
  • Patent number: 6135179
    Abstract: An accessory for clothing. The accessory includes a handbag, a pocket, a clock, and apparatus. The pocket is transparent and disposed externally on the handbag. The clock is maintained in the pocket and is visible therethrough. The clock is interchangeably maintained in the pocket for coordinating the clock with the clothing. The apparatus interchangeably maintains the clock in the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2000
    Assignee: Patricia Joyner
    Inventor: Patricia Joyner
  • Patent number: 6109442
    Abstract: A nail care case for organizing and storing manicuring implements and articles is described designed to be carried by hand or stored in a purse. The case includes a foldable semi-rigid enclosure defining a receptacle in which preferably, at least two panels are attached. These panels are contained within a recessed folded sections of the enclosure. Features of each panel includes retaining flexible loops for mounting a plurality of manicuring implements and articles, a detachable hinged retainer member for stabilizing bottles and other containers when performing a manicure, a detachable holder in which other objects are stored, a mesh-type pocketed retainer with foldable flap using hook and loop fasteners. Attached to enclosure is a foldable workstation panel that can include storage pocket to hold objects. Moreover, an auxiliary pivotally mounted panel can be attached to the enclosure for mounting additional manicuring implements and articles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2000
    Inventor: DeAnna Roegner
  • Patent number: 6095213
    Abstract: An organizing case for articles that can be carried as a clutch, or small shoulder bag, or in a purse. The carrying case comprises a generally rectangular primary panel having an inner and an outer face that is folded along a selected transverse line forming a front panel and a back panel with the inner face defining a primary receptacle. A pocket assembly and an inner mounting panel--having a mirror mounted on one face, and a plurality of attachment devices for detachably mounting a plurality of items--are pivotally mounted inside the primary receptacle. A removable cover--stowable in the case--is shaped to envelop the case so that the case can be carried as a purse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2000
    Inventor: DeAnna Roegner
  • Patent number: 6092661
    Abstract: An insulated pack has a main, insulated compartment suitable for holding refreshments at either a warmed or chilled temperature. It also has another compartment for valuables that has receptacles for such objects as cellular telephone handsets, wallets, and keys. It has a reinforced web framework structure, and a carrying handle mounted on the lid. Use of two of these packs, allows a user to keep different objects at different temperatures. The pack is particularly useful for attachment to a golf bag or golf cart to provide cool drinks during a round of golf.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 1998
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2000
    Assignee: California Innovations Inc.
    Inventor: Melvin S. Mogil
  • Patent number: 6003573
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a purse assembly comprising a plurality of outer bag components each having a unique color or design. An interior pouch may be removably received within any one of the associated bag components by zipping the pouch onto the interior surface of the bag component side walls. Within the interior of the pouch and attached to a side thereof are a plurality of accessory storage devices such as a pen and pencil holder, a credit card holder, a photograph holder and a phone number/address book. Accordingly, items that are typically stored in a purse are placed in the removable pouch. When changing purse styles, a user would simply unzip the pouch and reattach it to another style bag component, thus eliminating the burdensome chore of having to individually transfer the items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 21, 1999
    Inventor: JoAnn Owens
  • Patent number: 5868227
    Abstract: The carry pack is a rectangular shaped bag having a top compartment and a bottom compartment. The bottom compartment is sized to carry baby diapers in a quantity desired by the user. The top compartment is sized to carry a body wipe container usually of plastic with its cover. The user may then remove the diapers as needed from the bottom compartment through a side opening and remove body wipes by opening the cover or through opening provided in the body wipe container. An alternate version has only a diaper compartment with a side opening for access. The carry pack normally has a carry strap with buckle attached to the top.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1999
    Inventor: Geralyn Garcia
  • Patent number: 5865233
    Abstract: An organizing case for articles to be carried in a purse, comprises a primary panel of pliable material, the panel being of a generally rectangular configuration having an inner face and outer face and foldable along a selected line transverse of the primary panel forming a front panel and a back panel defining a primary receptacle, the back panel having an inner face, a plurality of straps and loops on the inner face for mounting a plurality of articles, a pocket assembly inside the primary receptacle, the pocket comprising a back pocket panel and a front pocket panel secured together along a bottom inside edges forming a receptacle, and an inner mounting panel pivotally mounted to the primary panel and having a opposite faces, a mirror mounted on one of the faces, and a plurality of attachment devices for detachably mounting a plurality of selected items such as cosmetics upon each of the faces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 2, 1999
    Inventor: DeAnna Roegner
  • Patent number: 5826714
    Abstract: An infant care bag that includes a primary bag assembly and at least one detachable formula case assembly that is detachably securable to the primary bag assembly. The primary bag assembly includes a diaper bag, an accordion fold safety card folder, a number of safety instruction/first-aid cards and a flexible safety card tether. The diaper bag includes a safety card storage pocket formed therein. The accordion fold safety card folder is sized to fit within the safety card storage pocket when in a folded configuration. The flexible safety card tether is secured between the accordion fold safety card folder and the diaper bag. The at least one detachable formula case assembly is detachably securable to the diaper bag. Each detachable formula case assembly has a case member and a removable anti-bacterial formula bottle enclosure. The removable anti-bacterial formula bottle enclosure is constructed from an anti-bacterial plastic and includes a top section and a bottom section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 27, 1998
    Inventor: Melissa A. Martin
  • Patent number: 5823213
    Abstract: The combination of an umbrella and purse comprising a main mast, a flexible umbrella frame operatively arranged at one end of the mast, means to maintain the flexible frame of the umbrella in spaced apart stand-off relation with respect to the main mast when the umbrella is collapsed and lowered, a purse arranged at the opposite end of the mast and surrounding it, the distance of the side walls of the purse from the mast and the distance at which the flexible frame of the umbrella is maintained from the mast by the spacing stand-off means being approximately equal to permit the flexible umbrella frame to surround the purse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1998
    Inventor: Samuel F. Patarra