Abstract: The Burp Cloth (4) with Strap (1) was invented to ensures that the burp cloth used by people when burping an infants or toddlers stays in place and does not fall off the shoulder to the ground. The Burp Cloth with Strap is designed to fit on either shoulder of a person and protect clothing when burping or feeding a baby. That the person wearing Burp Cloth with Strap can move burp cloth with strap easily from one shoulder to the another for comfort or convenience without burp cloth falling off when handling a baby. To use the invention, one places the Burp cloth on one's shoulder and then attaches the Strap. Many forms of fastening the strap to the burp cloth are included in the invention. These are buttons, snaps (2) and velcro adhesives.

Abstract: A car seat baby bib having a bib portion with a partial opening and fastening ends that are releasably secured to opposed ends of a seat belt harness of a car seat. Fastening straps are provided for attachment to the opposed ends of the seat belt harness allowing the fastening ends of the bib portion to attach thereto. The bib does not attach around the neck of the infant and can be easily attached or removed from the seat belt harness of the infant car seat.

Abstract: A protective apparel to be worn when changing clothing comprising: (a) a rayon silk blend or other smooth cloth material in an elongated oval shape with a continuation of the cloth into extended arms to the left and right to be used to tie the apparel around the neck, (b) the apparel is manufactured in one piece, (c) the apparel is adaptable to be worn either 1) tied around the neck of the wearer with the body of the garment covering the head and face from back to front or 2) tied around the neck with the body of the garment covering the chest like a bib.

Abstract: A garment for storing and/or carrying one or more items, including a torso receiving portion for wearing on at least part of a wearer's torso; and one or more receptacles for receiving said item/s, the or each receptacle being at least partially comprised of a semi-rigid polymeric material, the or each receptacle being integrated with said torso receiving portion.

Abstract: A flexible modesty cover sized to cover an infant and caretaker during breast-feeding is described. In one embodiment, the flexible cover comprises folding patterns to allow the flexible cover to be folded into a compact article, an integral pouch portion of the flexible cover configured to receive a substantial portion of the flexible cover to form the compact article, a flexible member configured to form a portion of the cover into an opening between the caretaker and infant. The opening is configured to allow the caretaker and infant to see each other, while the opening still blocks views of the infant and caretaker's exposed body portions from the general public.

Abstract: A baby bib with a protective neckline is disclosed. The bib protects the baby's clothes and skin from spilled food. A protective neck strap scrunches under a child's neck to ensure that the neckline is adequately covered and protected from food and liquid spilled or drooled out of a baby's mouth when feeding. Back straps secure the bib to the torso of the baby. The bib is removed without moving or disturbing the baby. The bib is constructed from either waterproof and washable materials or disposable materials. Other features include various accessories such as pockets and tear-off attachments and a fastening system.

Abstract: Examples of a nursing cover are described, including a sheet having a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge and a second side edge, wherein a stiffener pocket, a first strap and a second strap are disposed along the top edge of the sheet, the first strap and second strap being configured to detachably couple together, and a stiffener housed within the stiffener pocket and being configured to bow outward from the top edge of the sheet, the stiffener comprised of a material comprising a material memory associated with a pre-determined shape, the stiffener assuming the pre-determined shape during a resting state and, when a force is applied, the stiffener is configured to temporarily deform and, when the force is removed, the stiffener reassumes the pre-determined shape, the stiffener having a first end cap formed at a first end and a second end cap formed at a second end, wherein the stiffener, the first end cap and the second end cap collectively comprise a single member.

Abstract: Examples of a nursing cover are described, including a sheet having a top edge, a bottom edge, and a first side edge and a second side edge, wherein a strap is coupled to the top edge of the sheet and a plurality of D-rings are coupled using another strap to the top edge of the sheet, and a stiffener stitched into the top edge of the sheet and coupled to the sheet using a stitch configured to prevent the stiffener from rotating within a stiffener pocket, the stiffener having a first end cap disposed on a first end of the stiffener and a second end cap disposed on a second end of the stiffener, wherein the stiffener, when worn, bows outward to provide a viewing area, the stiffener having a substantially rectangular cross-sectional shape wherein the first end cap and the second end cap each comprise a substantially rectangular cavity that is configured to receive the first end and the second end of the stiffener, respectively, wherein the stiffener has a material memory associated with a pre-determined shape, t

Abstract: Examples of a nursing cover are described, including a sheet having a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge and a second side edge, wherein a stiffener pocket, a first strap and a second strap are disposed along the top edge of the sheet, the first strap and second strap being configured to detachably couple together; and a stiffener comprised of a material comprising a material memory, the stiffener being configured to form a curve when force is not applied to the stiffener, the stiffener being housed within the stiffener pocket and having a first end cap disposed on a first end of the stiffener and a second end cap disposed on a second end of the stiffener, wherein the first end cap comprises a port and the second end cap comprises another port, the port and the another port being used to determine a position of the stiffener relative to the first end cap and the second end cap when the first end and the second end are disposed in the first end cap and the second end cap, respectively.

Abstract: What is described is a sash-style apparatus that can be comprised of two strips of material. The two strips of material can be configured such that in one configuration the first strip of material lies substantially behind the second strip of material and in a second configuration, the two strips of material can be minimally parted to reveal the mother's nipple and allow an infant to breastfeed. The mother can feed and bond with her infant, without exposing her breast.

Abstract: Disclosed is a napkin holder for easy use and easy carrying. A napkin holder comprises a neck band and the fixing holes are positioned at both end portions of the neck band to hold a napkin, a bib or a towel. The fixing holes may be formed in assorted sizes and various shapes to fix the. napkin, bib and towel, and the neck band may be formed using rubber material like silicone or plastics like soft PVC so that the napkin holder may be formed using elastic materials and used semi-permanently.

Abstract: A cover for shielding the upper front portion of a mother and nursing infant can include a panel of fabric and at least one fastening mechanism. The panel of fabric can have a height and width sufficient to substantially cover at least a region from the mother's upper chest to below the mother's breasts. A neck fastening strap can be attached to the upper edge of the panel for securing the panel to the mother's neck. A back fastening strap can be attached to a side edge of the panel of fabric and configured to optionally attach to the opposite side edge of the panel of fabric.

Abstract: A cover for use in breast feeding or bottle feeding an infant is disclosed, wherein the 5 cover (11) is formed from a sheet of fabric or the like shaped so that it may be comfortably draped around a mother's torso during breast feeding in order to allow discrete breast feeding of an infant. The cover is provided with a single strap means (15) to fit over a shoulder of the mother to prevent the cover from falling away from the torso. The cover may also be provided with one or more pockets (18) to hold nursing pads and the like.

Abstract: Disclosed is a napkin holder for easy use and easy carrying. A napkin holder comprises a neck band and the fixing holes are positioned at both end portions of the neck band to hold a napkin, a bib or a towel. The fixing holes may be formed in assorted sizes and various shapes to fix the. napkin, bib and towel, and the neck band may be formed using rubber material like silicone or plastics like soft PVC so that the napkin holder may be formed using elastic materials and used semi-permanently.

Abstract: A method of making bibs wherein an elongated web of absorbent paper is laminated with an elongated web of plastic film to form a laminated web by embossing the absorbent paper and heat sealing the embossed area with the plastic film. The embossed areas are in the form of an array of spaced areas of a predetermined geometry. A stripe of an adhesive is applied along an edge of the laminated web of absorbent paper and plastic film on the plastic film side thereof. The stripe of adhesive is covered with a release tape. The laminated web is severed transversely at predetermined longitudinal intervals to form individual bibs, which are collected.

Abstract: A flexible sheet has a front and a back surface. The sheet also has a top, a bottom and two sides edges. A neck hole has a lower most extent and an upper most extent. A slit is provided in a diagonal orientation. The slit extends from the lower most extent of the hole to one side edge. In this manner an angle of between about 20 and 40 degrees from the horizontal is formed. A fastening assembly includes a superior and an inferior strip. Each strip has an inner face and an outer face with Velcro elements. The inferior strip is secured to the exterior surface of the sheet adjacent to the upper edge of the slit. The superior strip is secured to the interior surface of the sheet adjacent to the lower edge of the slit.

Abstract: A disposable towel includes at least one generally rectangular sheet having multiple lines of weakness arranged such that the towel may be selectively converted into a bib and a forearm protector. The towel includes first, second, third, and fourth lines of weakness that may be torn to separate the portions. Multiple sheets may be connected in a roll whereby each sheet may be removed as needed or multiple sheets may be removed while connected together if a longer bib length is desired. The lines of weakness are arranged such that a two-sheet combination may be changed into a single bib and forearm protector or into a pair of forearm protectors. The sheets include strategically positioned fasteners for coupling the bib and forearm protector portions.

Abstract: An apron and method for using the same is provided. In one embodiment, the apron includes a body covering having an exterior facing side and an interior facing side. An elastic strap is attached to the interior facing side along a first side edge of the body covering. Also, a fastener is provided that has a first portion attached to a free end of the elastic strap and a second portion attached to the interior facing side along a second side edge of the body covering.

Abstract: The present invention introduces improved protective garments, especially in the form of safer infant bibs.

Abstract: A bib for catching waste, food and/or liquids which comprises a panel sized to cover and protect the chest of a person. A structure on an upper portion of the panel is for suspending the panel from a neck of a person. A bowl is integrally formed onto a lower portion of the panel, wherein the bowl will catch the food and liquids that spill onto the panel.

Abstract: A child's bib includes a plastic string (5, 55, 56) which has a free-bearing part (55, 56) that extends from one end of the edge of the neck-surrounding recess of the bib to the front piece thereof and terminating in the proximity of the other end of the edge of said recess, said plastic string having the form of a series of beads (51) that are mutually separated by waist portions. Located at the free end portion of the string is a fastener (30) in the form of a rounded button which includes a notch-like recess (32) that receives the string and that has a restraining element (33, 34) which engages a waist portion (52) situated between two beads (51) in the string (56). The fastener is slightly undercut so as to be able to hold the string firmly with a limited force.

Abstract: A baby bib comprises a body portion (2) of a plastics material above which is formed an opening (8) to receive the baby's neck, the rear surface of the body portion (2) being embossed to provide areas of relief (14) for engagement with the baby's skin. Preferably the bib is of a flexible plastics material which can be rolled up and retained in a compacted condition.

Abstract: A foldable/expandable bib consisting of a sheet of thin flexible foldable material which has two strips on opposite edges; the strips having many open slots that can engage with each other; the openings of the slots of one strip facing one direction while the openings of the slot of another strip facing the opposite direction; the sheet having many creases which are substantially perpendicular or parallel to the strips; the strips having creases which are substantially transverse to the strips; the sheet and the strips being able to be folded/expanded along the creases; one of the strip optionally having a tab which extends sideways from the strip and which has many creases along which the tab can be folded/expanded to become a sheath for the bib; the tab having an area or areas that is coated with sticky material; the tab optionally having a slot that can engage with a tip of the tab.

Abstract: A protective bib-garment system is described wherein a bib is detachable from the garment it protects, but can not rotate around the wearer's neckline. It thereby provides better protection and safety for the user. The bibs are easily attached or removed for separate cleaning when soiled. The danger of the user choking by having the bib rotate and tighten around the neck is generally removed. Better protection of the underlying garment is also achieved by keeping the bib anchored in front of the user. The system includes bib-ready garments in a wide range of styles, substantially any garment that could be worn by a bib user and is modified to accept the bib portion. These garments can be worn without the bibs and undergarments are protected from outside view or contact by the overlapping garment-bib interface attached to the inside surface of the garment.

Abstract: A towel (1) has a hang line (2) attached predeterminedly to a top edge of a towel that is articulated to hang from an individual's neck (7) or waist (8) with the towel extending predeterminedly down and around the individual. Advertisement material (15) can be placed on the towel and/or the hang line as a potentially attractive and prestigious advertising means. The towel can be used as a container, optionally like a furoshiki, with containment fasteners (16).

Abstract: An inventive bib comprising a hoop made of memory material, a collar for fitting around a wearer's neck and a body portion for protecting the chest of the wearer. The hoop communicates with the collar and both the collar and hoop can be expanded to form a neck opening for placing on a wearer's neck. Upon releasing the expanding force on the hoop, the hoop naturally contracts due to its memory material construction. The contraction of the hoop provides an encircling force upon the collar and the collar thereby encircles the wearer's neck to form a snug fit.

Abstract: A napkin holder formed of two pairs of magnetic securing devices attached in a laterally movable arrangement with respect to each other on the outer ends of a partially neck encircling lanyard. The magnetic securing devices are formed of plastic tabs movable laterally with respect to each other, one tab having an embedded magnet and the other having a magnetizable slug embedded in it. The napkin holder may be supplied with at least one napkin to be used with it in a package designed to provide an immediately usable combination product.

Abstract: The bib of the present invention has a collar and a chest-covering fabric extending from and attached to the collar. The collar is a resilient, generally C-shaped, flat plastic ring that is disposed within a sleeve. The fabric is attached to the lower end of the sleeve and it covers a user's chest to protect the user's clothes from food stains and spills. Consequently, the bib covers the user's chest while being retained about the neck by the resilient collar, eliminating the need for reaching behind the neck to fasten and unfasten the bib. The bib is suitable for user's of any age, and is particularly well adapted for use by the elderly, the disabled, and small toddlers. The chest cover may have any desired shape or color, and may have indicia thereon.

Abstract: A single-use disposable device for protecting the clothes of a wearer from spills and debris having a planar sheet attached to a holder that expands to accommodate the neck of a wearer, thus maintaining the planar sheet on the chest area of the wearer.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apron and a method for fastening the same. The apron includes a body having opposed sides, one of which includes first and second spaced-apart tenons extending therefrom. Each of the first and second spaced-apart tenons have a length, with the length being of sufficient magnitude to wrap around the shoulder and attach to the body between the opposed sides. A first fastener couples the first tenon to the body, forming a first loop. A second fastener couples the second tenon to the body, forming a second loop. With this design, the distance between the first side and a neck is a function of a circumference of the first and second loops.

Abstract: An absorbent tablet is provided for the quick and convenient cleanup of persons, dirt, grime, spills, leaks, drips, sprays, etc. The absorbent tablet generally includes a substantially rigid backing sheet and a plurality of absorbent sheets stacked on top of the backing sheet, one on top of the other. Each of the absorbent sheets has absorbent properties for addressing dirt cleanup and liquid cleanup and containment. A binding element binds the backing sheet and the plurality of absorbent sheets together along one edge thereof to form the absorbent tablet. A weakened line is formed in each of the absorbent sheets along the one edge thereof adjacent the binding, enabling individual absorbent sheets to be torn and removed from the tablet. The absorbent tablet may be hung at an appropriate location for use via a hanging element connected to the backing sheet and designed for such purposes.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an apparatus comprising a bib comprised of a neck portion, a body portion, a device for securing the neck portion around an individual's neck, and a device for securing the body portion around an individual's torso. The device for securing the body portion around an individual's torso may include a first extension and a second extension. The first extension and the second extension each may include an attachment device, which may be in the form of loops or hooks. The device for securing the neck portion around an individual's neck may include a first extension and a second extension. The first extension and the second extension each may include an attachment device, which may be in the form of loops or hooks. The first and second extensions each may have a first dimension which is at least one half the length of the body portion.

Abstract: A protective garment overlay apparatus includes a napkin portion having a first planar surface and a second planar surface. An attachment device is fixed to the napkin portion and includes a rigid yet manually deformable grip arm extending from the first planar surface. In operation, the grip arm is selectively deformed to secure the napkin portion to an anchoring element.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for hot pressing and finishing the collar and sleeves of a washed shirt by lower irons and an upper ion, and more particularly to a method and apparatus for heating the collar and sleeves before hot pressing stage, loosening the adhesive padding cloth being shrunk by washing, pulling the collar and sleeves in this state in the cloth stretching direction by a stretching mechanism provided between the lower irons and upper iron, and hot pressing after removing shrinkage and crease from the collar and sleeves.

Abstract: A disposable bib of absorbent sheet material is disclosed having a neck cut-out in the upper end and a pressure sensitive adhesive disposed over substantially the entire back surface of the bib except for an un-coated border surrounding the neck cut-out. the bib is securable to the wearer at both upper and lower ends and left and right sides. A peel-off backing may be used to preserve the adhesive until use. The adhesive may be releasable from the wearer without leaving a residue. The bib in other embodiments may include a pouch or a moisture barrier.

Abstract: A bib assembly includes a first body comprised of a substantially flexible sheet-like material in a substantially unfolded condition, a twist tie member connected to an upper edge portion of the first body for removably securing the first body to a neck of a user such that the first body covers a front portion of the user, a second body including a folded flexible sheet of material separate from the first body and adapted to be unfolded for use in wiping debris from hands and around the mouth of the user, and a cuff along a lower edge of the first body for removably receiving and securing the second body to the first body. The second body further includes a rupturable package containing the folded sheet of material of the second body in an interior chamber of the package.

Abstract: Disposable protective garments are formed in a side-to-side orientation having a top adhesive strip extending side to side from the top of the garment and a second adhesive strip on the bottom of the garment. The garments are produced by a manufacturing process in which a roll of absorbent material is unwound, printed upon, laminated, dried and rewound, and then processed to apply the adhesive strips and dice and perforate the sheet of material to separate the sheet into individual strips of disposable protective garments separated in a side-to-side orientation by perforations.

Abstract: An easy-on-and-off adjustable protective covering provides maximum protection from liquid and solid spills at the lowest possible cost. The maximum protection comes from: (1) the use of a liquid absorbent surface on the front side (2) the use of a liquid repellent surface on the back side (3) the ability to provide a custom fit for different neck sizes (4) the ability to adjust the tightness of fit around the neck to prevent liquid spills from running down the neck (5) an easy-on-easy-off attachment means that is convenient to use and eliminates the choking hazard of tied straps and (6) a protruding pocket at the bottom to catch and retain spills and runoff.

Abstract: A front torso and arm covering bib for protecting the front torso, shoulders and arms regions of a user's garment for soiling. The front torso and arm covering bib includes a front torso panel with a spaced apart pair of shoulder flaps extending therefrom and a neck cutout interposed between the shoulder flaps. Each of the sides of the front torso panel has a sleeve outwardly extending therefrom adjacent a corresponding shoulder flap of the front torso panel. The sleeves each have a cuff around the wrist opening of the respective sleeve for constricting the wrist opening of the respective sleeve around the corresponding wrist of the wearer. A pair of elongate flexible neck ties are coupled to the upper region of the front torso panel.

Abstract: The disclosed adjustable protective wearable covering provides maximum protection from liquid and solid spills at the lowest possible cost. The maximum protection comes from: (1) the use of a liquid absorbent surface on the front side (2) the use of a liquid repellent surface on the back side (3) the ability to provide a custom fit for different neck sizes (4) the ability to adjust the tightness of fit around the neck to prevent liquid spills from running down the neck (5) an easy-on-easy-off attachment means that is convenient to use and eliminates the choking hazard of tied straps and (6) a protruding pocket at the bottom to catch and retain spills and runoff.

Abstract: A bib having an area surrounding a neck opening which is permanently elongated to provide extensibility and elasticity of the neck opening. The area surrounding the neck opening can include a strainable network. The network can be formed in a laminate of a paper layer and a plastic film layer. The strainable network can have at least two visually distinct regions. The strainable network can provide a flexible and comfortable fit of the bib against a wearer's neck.

Abstract: An interchangeable bib having a triangularly shaped neck engaging section, a body encompassing section and a variety of ways for securing the body encompassing section to the neck engaging section. The two upper ends of a downwardly pointing isosceles triangle are joinable about the neck of the wearer to hold the bib in place, and the body encompassing section can be frequently changed to provide a clean section or a differently decorated section as desired.

Abstract: A disposable chemical cape to be used in the beauty industry to protect the customer and their clothing from any liquid dripping or running of the product being used to perform a chemical service such as a color or perm. The straps of the cape tie around the neck of the customer to hold the cape in place. The cape covers the complete portion of the upper body including the lap area and has shoulder guards which overlap in back to cover the shoulders, arms, and upper back of the customer receiving the service. This ensures the salon customer of complete sanitation in the wearing of each individual cape.

Abstract: A self-adhesive napkin having two parallel side edges, and parallel upper and lower edges. An adhesive material is located along at least the top edge thereof. A cover sheet overlies the adhesive and is adapted to be removed prior to use.

Abstract: A disposable bib is formed from a sheet of absorbent material having a first tear line of perforations extending from a first point on an upper edge of the sheet around a generally arcuate path back to a second point on the upper edge. A second tear line is spaced downwardly from the first line and following a generally matching path to define an arcuate band between the first and second lines. The second tear line does not extend to the upper edge of the sheet. The sheet is torn along the first tear line to form a cut-out for fitting around a wearer's neck, and along the second tear line to form a band attached to the sheet. The band can be folded upwardly and engaged over the back of the wearer's head, so that the sheet or bib is secured in position without needing any separate attachment devices.

Abstract: This bib is designed to use the infrastructure already in place for the production, packaging, distribution, retailing and dispensing of a paper towel. A suggested bib material is a layer of paper toweling for absorbency with a plastic film backing for moisture protection. A suggested packaging is a roll of rectangular-shaped bibs having the same diameter and width as a roll of paper toweling. This enables the bib to be produced with existing technology and results in a roll of bibs that fits a standard paper towel holder and dispenses bibs in the same tear-off manner. The bib features a reusable attachment at the neck that accommodates different neck sizes and desired closeness of fit yet releases easily to eliminate a choking hazard. This also allows one size to fit children and adults. The bib also features a fold-up pocket at the bottom to catch and retain solid and liquid spills. These features plus the easy on, easy off and reusability add up to a low-cost, high performance product.

Abstract: A gown of the type having an opening to enable enrobement and at least one gown closure means for substantially closing the opening of the gown, comprising a flap adapted, in use, to substantially cover the gown closure means. A flap closure means operable to hold the flap in a position where it substantially covers the gown closure means, a shielded closure device removably attached to the flap and/or the flap closure means to enable operation of the flap closure means. A method of enrobement using the gown and a shielded adhesive closing device are also disclosed.

Abstract: This device, a nursing cover-up (10), allows a nursing mother to breast feed her child in public without fear of exposing herself to others, but allows herself to view the child during the feeding (19). The nursing cover-up is a piece of fabric attached to the front of the mother's clothing by clips, clamps, or fasteners (12A & 12B) or by optional neck strap (17). The nursing cover-up has a flexible shapeable coated wire (15) sewn into the upper edge of the nursing cover-up (10) that provides support to the nursing cover-up allowing the mother to shape or mold the edge of the nursing cover-up outward (19); thus permitting her to see the child throughout feeding while prohibiting others from seeing in. The shield and slit opening (16 & 18) provides access for the mother's hand to the underside of the nursing cover-up permitting her to move or manipulate her nipple as needed. A pocket is provided for storage (20). This device can be produced in a one size fits all which is easy to take on and off.

Abstract: A simple and effective apparatus for anchoring a tie to a wearer's shirt, which presents the best possible appearance at all times while keeping the tie clean, safe and out of harms way. In addition, the apparatus may be easily mounted on virtually any tie with minimal time and expense. The apparatus has two parallel rails attached to the back of a tie, which provide support for a horizonal collar with a slot. The horizonal collar is configured to travel along the vertical rails. An elongated member is adapted for vertical movement inside the slot of the horizonal collar. The elongated member may have button holes suitable for connection to a wearer's shirt.

Abstract: A disposable bib is formed from two sheets of absorbent material such as tissue paper, separated by perforations. The bibs are dispensed from a roll, with each bib being separated from the roll along a row of perforations. Alternate sheets have a flap defined by perforations. In use the flap is released from one of the sheets and folded to overlie or underlie the other sheet to provide a neck-receiving opening and a double thickness protective bib portion.