Abstract: A thin, plastic dispenser for discharging toothpicks, and/or mints through distinct discharge passages in the dispenser. The dispenser has a body comprising a first housing and a second housing that are aligned and snapped together to form the body of the dispenser. A well is defined in the body for storing toothpicks, and a first discharge passage is provided in the well. A larger chamber is defined in the body for storing mints, and a second discharge passage is provided in the chamber. Locking levers, integrally formed with one of the housings, normally seal the discharge passages in the well and the chamber. When the user wishes to discharge a toothpick and/or mint, the manually engages a locking lever and pivots same about its hinge line to expose the adjacent discharge passage. The contents of the well and/or chamber can then be discharged, through the exposed discharge passages vacated by the movement of the locking lever.

Abstract: Plastering/cement trowels have sharp edges which can cut a worker when he places the trowel down in a resting position. The present invention provides a plastic sheath to insert the trowel into during the resting mode of use. This sheath also prevents nicks and dents to the trowel while it is transported. An optional sharpening file is attached to the top of the sheath. Various sheath embodiments include a narrowed rear section of a longitudinal slot on the upper member which functions to hold the spine of the trowel in the slot, a rubber membrane stretchable over the blade, a pair of pincer members on the top of the sheath to lock the shank of the trowel into the sheath, a tether on top of the sheath to lock the shank of the trowel into the sheath, and a rear door for the blade slot.

Abstract: An optical storage media management system and process for storing and organizing a relatively large collection of optical discs in the form of a display binder with a plurality of display sheets including associated indicia matching a positional identifier indicating the location of the disc. In one embodiment, the binder is used in conjunction with a table of contents indicating the position of individual optical discs in relation to the binder contents and a centralized database for storing optical disc information in a categorized format in cooperation with a computerized table of contents generator for generating the table of contents for the binder.

Abstract: A checkbook cover has an exterior cover, an interior check and register holder affixed adjacent to the cover, and a slot formed through the exterior cover. A writing instrument, preferably with a pocket clip thereon, passes partially through the exterior cover slot to a chamber between exterior cover and interior check and register holder. The pocket clip encompasses at least a part of the exterior cover. The checkbook cover is formed using standard sheet processing techniques, but includes the additional step of severing at a selected strategic internal location to form the slot. Additional force distributors, preferably in the form of circular cut-outs, may be formed at the terminations of the slot. Heat stamped reinforcements are provided in the preferred embodiment about the slot and force distributors, to further strengthen the cover.

Abstract: The golf tee holder is in the form of a generally flat corrugated plastic body of a selected shape having a longitudinal axis. The corrugation being in the form of walls between the front panel and back panel of the plastic body that extend in a direction traverse the longitudinal axis of the plastic body and form channels between the panels opening along both side edges of the body. Each channel is sized to resiliently retain the shaft of a conventional golf tee during the jostling encountered during a round of golf. An eyelet is provided adjacent one end of the body for receiving a hook or ring for attaching the body to a golfers belt, a golf bag, of any other suitable golf equipment such as a golf cart key for example. A clipboard-type clamp is provided for securing a golf scorecard and a marking device to the holder.

Abstract: A case, including a housing having a hollow interior and a channel proximate a perimeter of the housing at two sides thereof, a first end cap fixedly secured to a first end of the housing, the first end cap having a channel proximate a perimeter thereof, a second end cap removably secured to a second end of the housing, the second end cap having a channel proximate a perimeter thereof, and an elastic band positioned within the channel of the housing, the channel of the first end cap and the channel of the second end cap, the elastic band operatively arranged to urge the second end cap into a retained position in engagement with the second end of the housing.

Abstract: A combined birthday candle and match package wherein a box having front, back, end and side walls is provided with a plurality of matches integral and co-planar with the back wall. Perforations are provided between the matches and the back wall so that the matches can be individually torn from the back wall. A match striking surface is provided on an end wall. The front wall may include a window portion, and the back wall may include a foldable panel for covering the matches.

Abstract: A golf accessory caddy that includes a pouch that is configured to receive therein a divot tool so that prongs of the divot tool extend outward from the bottom of the pouch, thereby enabling use of the divot tool without removing the divot tool from the pouch. The divot tool can be removably or non-removably secured in the pouch. An inner compartment of the pouch is configured to receive and store therein a golf ball marker, which can be accessed by manipulating a closure provided in the pouch.

Abstract: An eyewear cleaning device and method provides convenient cleaning of various types of eyewear, such as glasses and sunglasses. The eyewear cleaning device comprises a housing with a retractable cord, at the end of which is attached a soft, nonabrasive cloth for cleaning eyewear lenses. A cleaning fluid dispenser may be included with or attached to the housing. The device can be attached to clothing or other items in proximity to the user of the device, such as a dashboard, sports bag or backpack.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to multipurpose containers in which a variety of items can be stored, such as eyeglasses writing instruments, pills, medicines, thermometers, rulers, note pads, to name a few of the nearly limitless number of items that can be stored. The containers may be provided with writing implements or gauges to measure a parameter, such as a timepiece.

Abstract: A lanyard device for safely carrying articles alone or in containers suspended from an individual's neck. The lanyard device includes a flexible cord having a first end and a second end where the first and second ends include a retaining means that can be selectively disengaged from the first and second ends when a predetermined force is applied to the retaining means. The lanyard device also includes a coupling means for coupling an object to the flexible cord. The coupling means includes a J-shaped bore, wherein the first end and the second end of flexible cord is insertable through the J-shaped bore.

Abstract: A neck strap attachable to the foldable side pieces of a pair of eyeglasses, making it possible for an individual to wear his glasses hanging from the neck, with a decorative locket of rigid material, joinable to the cable of the neck strap, and having a lens cleaner stored therein. The locket in combination with the neck strap creates a decoration located at the rear of the individual's neck, which complements the appearance of the eyeglasses.

Abstract: A modular container comprises a main box and a main cover detachably covering the box. A plate has a hollow column at a top side thereof and four recesses around side column to be received in the box. Four interior boxes, each of which consist of a box and a cover, are rested in the recesses of the plate respectively, and a second cover has a connector at a bottom side thereof and a gripper at a top side thereof. The second cover is detachably secured on a top end of the column of the plate. A chain runs through a through hole on the gripper of the second cover so that user can hold the chain to lift the plate and the interior boxes out of the main box.

Abstract: A method of using a golf cleaning device includes providing a golf cleaning device comprising a cleaning portion made of an absorbent cleaning material, and a fastening portion connected to the cleaning portion; providing a horizontally extending support adjacent a golfer's waist; connecting the fastening portion of the golf cleaning device to the horizontally extending support adjacent a golfer's waist so that the cleaning portion hangs down from a golfer's waist area partway along a leg of the golfer; and cleaning a golf-related item with the cleaning portion of the golf cleaning device.

Abstract: A credit card case or fob with an integrated quick-release latch is provided that may be unclipped readily from a key loop, key chain or other device. The quick-release credit card case includes upper and lower cover portions and a pivot member for connecting the upper and lower cover portions. The pivot member is adapted to have at least one card mounted thereon so as to permit pivotal rotation of the card relative to the upper and lower cover portions. The upper and lower cover portions each have a slot in an outer surface thereof at mateably aligned locations to permit insertion of a key chain loop therein. A latch mounted on at least one of the cover portions is selectively movable to alternate positions exposing the radially outwardly facing opening of the slot in said cover portions and closing said radially outwardly facing opening of the slot in said cover portions.

Abstract: A durable plastic case having three compartments for storing eyeglasses, hearing aids, and dentures, respectively, of a particular person. The lid of each compartment has the name of the item for which that compartment is intended imprinted thereon in text and Braille. Each compartment opens independently. An L-shaped overhang or pair of hooks is positioned on the back of the case for suspending on the bedstead of the person for whom the items are stored. The lids have hinges such that the left lid opens outwardly to the left, the center lid opens to the rear, and the right lid opens outwardly to the right.

Abstract: A technique for reminding individuals about the consequences of driving while intoxicated is provided. A container includes a material stored within the container, which has something written on it encouraging an individual not to drink and drive. The material may have a story written on it by or about someone who has experienced an accident while drinking and driving. A key ring may be connected to the container. A key for an automobile may be connected to the key ring. The container may be comprised of a first container portion and a second container portion. The first container portion may be detachable from the second container portion.

Abstract: A data package assembly includes at least one data card having a first substrate with opposite faces, and indicia correlated with a prepaid account. A package has a second substrate separate from the first substrate, the data card being detachably connected to the second substrate. Personal identifying indicia correlated with the account are concealed by the package. In addition, first account verification indicia on the card, and second account verification indicia on the package, both different from the personal identifying indicia and both correlated with the same account, are visibly exposed, the package including an aperture visibly exposing the first account verification indicia.

Abstract: A flexible purse or case for holding small objects within a user's pocket or handbag includes a flexible skin which forms a shaped body having enclosed space and a slot extending between the ends of the body for accessing the interior of the purse. A semi-rigid frame is engaged to the body and includes a downwardly curved bar extending between the ends of the body. Opposed rigid end caps cover the body ends and are engaged to opposed ends of the frame. Squeezing the first and second opposed ends together by squeezing the end caps flexes the frame and urges the slot open to allow access to the interior of the body. The skin and end caps form a visually unitary structure with a continuously curving exterior surface which may be in the shape of an ellipsoid.

Abstract: An eyeglass case of the fold-over envelope-type wherein a loop of elastic material is stitched into the interior of the case in the hinge or fold area to receive a writing instrument such as a ballpoint pen.

Abstract: The Quick Draw Card (“QDC”) is a convenient card holder and dispensing device housing a plurality of cards with the ability to pull one card at a time while moving the next card forward for easy dispension with the help of a bow spring mechanism inside the holder. The holder is small in size, similar to a standard business card and can clip into your belt (much like cellular phone can) or inside or on your purse. It measures approximately 2.5″×3¾″×¼″ with a clip on the back for horizontal mounting and a finger or thumb size opening on the front of the holder to pull cards out so they can exit through a horizontal opening on the top side of the holder. The inside has a bow spring mechanism to push forward the next business card after dispensing the card on top. The clip allows for a holder that is not easily scratched or bent as those are which fit into your pocket.

Abstract: A durable plastic case having three compartments for storing eyeglasses, hearing aids, and dentures, respectively, of a particular person. The lid of each compartment has the name of the item for which that compartment is intended imprinted thereon in text and Braille. Each compartment opens independently. An L-shaped overhang or pair of hooks is positioned on the back of the case for suspending on the bedstead of the person for whom the items are stored.

Abstract: A two-piece container for mints or similar tablet type contents in which base and cover elements are arranged for relative sliding movement in opened and closed condition and are of curvate configuration so as to approximately conform to the figure of a user when the device is disposed in a side pocket of a jacket or similar garment. The cover element is configured such that the upper surface and the lower surface of the base element are exposed for contact between the thumb and fingers of a user, thus permitting the opening and closing of the container using the thumb and fingers of a single hand.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a storage device that can accommodate medicinal dosages. In a preferred embodiment, the storage device comprises two body portions having a cavity formed therein. The cavity is of a size such that the cavity may accommodate the medicinal dosages with a minimal amount of movement. The storage device is opened by applying a snapping force along the axis of a hinge that couples. The medicinal dosages are extracted from the storage device by tilting the opened storage device such that the cavity is facing downward.

Abstract: A comb case fabricated or made from a plastic sheet material formed into an envelope type enclosure having one wall transparent and a closure flap extending from the rear top wall down into closing relationship with the envelope without obstructing the viewing panel and including Velcro fastening means therefor.

Abstract: A screen cleaning and utensil container shaped to simulate a consumer product package is provided. The screen cleaning and utensil container includes a body having a sidewall, bottom wall and a top wall shaped to simulate a consumer product having an exterior surface, the body forming at least one internal compartment adapted for storing utensils, the top wall forming a top opening in connection with the internal compartment and at least one cleaning member for cleaning a display screen is connected to a portion of the surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides embodiments of eyeglass cases in combination with structure for retaining an elongated object, such as a writing instrument.

Abstract: A device for holding objects in a pocket. This device comprises at least one plate that is made from a rigid material. Coupled to this plate is a patch for fixing the plate inside a user's pants. In addition, there is a clip that is coupled to this plate. This clip is either U-shaped or circular shaped. There can also be an additional clip that is coupled to the at least one plate. In another embodiment, there can be at least one additional plate that is connected to the at least one plate. This at least one additional plate couples to the at least one plate via a series of adjustable tracks having a lock. The tracks allow the device to be adjusted in length.

Abstract: An article holder includes a card body with one or more panels covering article receiving pockets formed within a core member. The holder may also be provided with an embossing zone for receiving embossed alpha numeric indicia as typically provided in transaction cards, and/or an electronically readable zone containing electronically readable media separate from an article holder zone. In a preferred form the holder may be provided with an adhesive surface covered by a removable strip. The strip may be removed from the adhesive to permit attachment of an identification card to the holder.

Abstract: An emergency health history kit includes a housing which may be a transparent or translucent plastic case, or a paper envelope. At least one medical and emergency information card is disposed within the housing. Such cards include printed prompts and spaces for filling in personally identifying information, medical history information and medical care provider information for that individual. To offset the cost of the emergency health history kit, and enable it to be given as a promotional item free of charge, a sponsor or distributor identifying indicia is imprinted or otherwise associated with the housing, and at least one redeemable coupon or printed offer is disposed within the housing.

Abstract: A documentation kit including a panel with transparent pockets for receiving documentation on the left hand side a camera and other harder solid elements in the central portion, and documentation on the left hand side. The flaps are closable over the central portion and can be closed with Velcro™.

Abstract: A data package assembly comprises a substrate which includes a panel portion and a data card portion detachable from each other. The data card portion has an exposed face and a concealed face on opposite sides of the substrate, with personal identifying indicia on the concealed face correlated with a prepaid account. The data card portion is folded into an overlapping relationship with the panel portion so that the panel portion faces the concealed face of the data card portion and thereby conceals the personal identifying indicia without requiring folding of the panel portion. The data card portion is detachably retained in overlapping relationship with the panel portion, at least a major portion of the exposed face of the data card portion being visibly exposed.

Abstract: A case for containing cards, in particular visiting cards, credit cards, playing or postal cards, generally parallelepiped in shape, including two opposite surfaces and four side elements, in opposite pairs, two lateral and two transverse, and a device for inserting the cards in the case and dispensing them as requested. The card inserting and dispensing device is provided by one of the two surfaces which includes lateral slots located on the side edges opposite the lateral elements and a transverse slot located on one of its opposite transverse edges such that the surface is spaced apart from the case, by bending, each time the cards pass through.

Abstract: Angel Dream Box is a box that keep woman personal very personal and private. it can be use in the bathroom or bedroom.

Abstract: A storage container resembling a pager for storing and organizing items in a discrete and disguised manner. The storage container resembling a pager includes a housing that has a front wall and a back wall. A bottom wall and a first side wall and a second side wall are coupled to and extend between the front and back walls to define a storage compartment that has an open top. A cover is pivotally coupled to the housing for selectively covering the open top. A display is mounted on the front wall of the housing and a plurality of buttons is mounted on the front wall of the housing.

Abstract: A lock in combination with a name card case to be used for securing and providing an identification of an item such as a suitcase. When the lock is at a securing state, a latch firmly engages a securing hook to be looped to the item. When the lock is at a releasing state, the latch disengages with the securing hook to release the item. Moreover, during the releasing state, the lock can be slid toward a side of the name card case until the lock and the name card case are separated. At this time, a name card can be received in the name card case and the lock can be slid back on the name card case again. Therefore, when the lock is used to the secure the item, the name card can provide the identification of the item.

Abstract: A multi-purpose miniature golf bag is disclosed, in which the golf bag is attachable and detachable to and from a pocket of a golf player, and in which various golf articles can be accommodated such as a towel, a marker, a tee, a pencil, a scorecard and the like. The multi-purpose miniature golf bag includes the following parts. That is, an accommodating part accommodates various golf articles such as scorecard, marker, pencil, tees and the like. A Velcro tape part consists of two tapes, one of the tapes with numerous loops being attached on an upper edge of the accommodating part, and another with numerous hooks being attached on an upper edge of a towel. A foldable insertion part is foldably attached on the accommodating part so as to be inserted into a rear pocket of a golf player.

Abstract: A portable safety kit including a plurality of compartments for accommodating first-aid means, and comprising means for fastening the kit to a vehicle or similar.

Abstract: A cosmetic carrier attachment for an electronic communications device includes a housing for retaining cosmetics and various configurations and elements for removably attaching the housing to the electronic communications device. One configuration includes a lip member attached to the back of the communications device and a channel contained within the back of the housing for engaging the lip member.

Abstract: A cosmetic container includes a lower cap, an inner container and an upper cap. The lower cap and the upper cap are firmly combined together with a front post and a rear post of the lower cap respectively passing through a front hole and a rear hole of the upper cap. Then a space is formed between the upper and the lower cap for the inner container to position therein when not in use, and the inner container is pushed and swung out of the space for using cosmetics storing in chambers formed in an upper portion of the inner container and a mirror fixed in a lower portion of the inner container for a user to look at for makeup.

Abstract: A portable/hanging feminine sanitary napkin utility bag is provided for the storage and retrieval of feminine sanitary napkins consisting of a rectangular main housing with front, back, left, right and bottom panels, a top access opening closeable by a pivoting lid and an adjoining peripheral rim is horizontally attached to the uppermost edge of the back panel with a side access opening on the lowermost part of a side panel that is closeable by a pivotal flap allowing for the retrieval of one feminine sanitary napkin at a time and a pocket on the opposing side panel and back panel that provide for the storage of feminine supplies, contraceptives, panties or the like with a strap that straddles above the rectangular main housing and is affixed slightly remote from the uppermost edge of the side panels, allowing for portability and hanging.

Abstract: A glasses box with function of pressable pen is disclosed. A cover is pivotally installed on a cylinder for being turned at any time. A longitudinal slot and a rectangular though hole are installed at one lateral wall of the cylinder. Thereby, an elastic pressable piece 3 is engaged to the upper end of the filler. The filler is vertically passed through the cylinder so that two sides of the pressable piece are engaged into the trench. A stop and a stopper at the surface of the pressable piece is capable of being engaged to the rectangular though hole. The filler is telescopic at the lower end of the cylinder so that the glasses box with function of pressable pen is achieved.

Abstract: A display and carrying package is provided which is particularly adapted for displaying and carrying a bedding ensemble, but which could be used for displaying and carrying any ensemble of products of different sizes. The package is in the form of a closed flexible bag, preferably box-shaped, having generally flat transparent front and rear walls and, preferably, having non-transparent side and top walls connected thereto. The bag preferably includes a zipper for closing and opening the bag to provide access to the interior of the bag. The ensemble of products of different sizes is positioned inside the bag with the large ensemble product in juxtaposition to the transparent front bag wall for viewing therethrough and the other smaller ensemble products are positioned inside the bag, preferably in pockets attached to the inside of the rear wall, in juxtaposition to the rear transparent wall and in side-by-side position for being viewed from the outside through the transparent rear wall.

Abstract: Top and bottom frame supports are spaced apart and secured together by central end posts. Downwardly opening grooves along the arcuate edges of the top frame support align with upwardly opening grooves along the arcuate edges of the bottom frame support to form mating tracks into which credit cards are inserted. The credit cards bend into the shape of the grooves and overlap with two cards on each side to form side enclosure surfaces which enclose a storage space between the cards on each side and the top and bottom frame supports for storing money and other valuables. A holder with a key, pen, knife, or other device may be inserted in a notch in the top frame support. Alternately the framed supports may be hinged together at one end to form a hinged clamshell-type container.

Abstract: A planer tool housing includes a plate having one or more chambers opened toward the side portion and/or the upper portion of the plate for receiving one or more tool members and for allowing the tool members to be engaged into and disengaged from the plate from the side and/or the upper portions of the plate. One or more ribs or projections or flanges may be used to retain the tool members in the plate. The tool members may include one or more pivotal tool elements for providing more tool elements. The plate may have a level, a compass, a light device and the other tools.

Abstract: A two-piece container for mints or similar tablet type contents in which base and cover elements are arranged for relative sliding movement in opened and closed condition and are of curvate configuration so as to approximately conform to the figure of a user when the device is disposed in a side pocket of a jacket or similar garment. The cover element is configured such that the upper surface and the lower surface of the base element are exposed for contact between the thumb and fingers of a user, thus permitting the opening and closing of the container using the thumb and fingers of a single hand.

Abstract: A flexible coupon casing holds and protects a segment of double coated adhesive tape and permits transfer of the segment to any surface without direct human contact to the segment of tape.

Abstract: An eyeglass protective device, comprising a body portion with an edge. The edge defines an opening through which a pair of eyeglasses may be inserted into the body portion. The body portion protects the eyeglass lenses. An eyeglass bow is accessible when the eyeglasses are in the body portion and may be used to hang the eyeglasses. The body portion is formed from a cloth-like material, is stretchable, is adapted to snugly fit around said eyeglasses, and is adapted for cleaning eyeglass lenses. The body portion has a bow aperture in a predetermined position, wherein an eyeglass bow may extend through the bow aperture. The device may be used for other personal items such as cell phones.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compact case for storing contact lenses that is designed to be attachable to a key ring and can be stored within the contact wearers pocket without being obtrusive. The contact lens case includes two reservoirs that share a common circular bottom wall. The reservoirs are coaxially oriented and are threaded to accept cylindrical closure caps that seal the reservoirs. The cylindrical closure caps engage the opposite ends of the cylindrical body and have inner peripheral surfaces that are coaxially related to the outer peripheral surfaces of the two cylindrical reservoirs of the body. The contact lens case further comprises a tab that extends tangentially outward from the central axis of the reservoirs. The tab includes an aperture that is adapted to accept a removable clip that allows for attachment of the contact lens case to a key ring.

Abstract: A packaging blank capable of forming a sleeve having at least one internal cavity comprises in one embodiment a substantially rectangular bottom panel, a substantially rectangular top panel connected to the bottom panel along a fold line, and a perforated retaining wall formed in the top panel, wherein the top panel includes at least one display window. Upon construction the packaging blank provides a sleeve having at least one internal cavity that is viewable through at least one display window. A method of packaging an article comprises in one embodiment the steps of providing a blank, placing an article to be packaged on the blank, folding the top panel over the bottom panel, and binding the sleeve formed by the blank into a publication.