Abstract: A storage case for musical accessories includes a bottom wall; an outer sidewall extending from the bottom wall, the outer sidewall and bottom wall defining an interior space; a divider wall extending from the bottom wall between a first location on the outer sidewall and a second location on the outer sidewall, the divider wall configured to divide the interior space into a first compartment and a second compartment; a first lid hingedly attached to the first compartment and configured to enclose the first compartment; and a second lid hingedly attached to the second compartment and configured to enclose the second compartment.

Abstract: Portable storage devices configured to organize and store personal items so that the items can be quickly and easily transported from one location to another, such as during a workout at a gym. In some examples the storage devices may include an attachment feature for securing the storage device to another structure at an above-ground location.

Abstract: A tool hanger including: a base; seat portions, disposed on the base for connection of a tool, including a projection for engagement within a positioning hole of the tool; an anti-theft member, including limitation portions and at least one connection portion which is connected between the limitation portions by a connecting section and inserted in through holes and insertion holes of the seat portions, the limitation portions being relatively rotatable; when the limitation portions are located in a release position, the projection is radially movable and the tool is axially movable; when the limitation portions are located in a locking position, the limitation portions block the projection from radially moving and the tool is axially non-movable; and the connection portion is broken and separated from the at least one connection portion as the limitation portions are rotated.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for using a case and/or skin having various components for improving and/or enhancing a camera (e.g., photographic, video, etc.) feature of a portable electronic device, such as a smartphone. The system preferably includes a case and/or skin having a lens (e.g., focusable lens) that is aligned with a lens on the smartphone, a light (e.g., a flash, etc.), and at least one shutter release button. An application operating on the smartphone may then be used to control the light (or flash) and to capture an image in response to a user depressing the shutter release button. Communications between the smartphone and the case can be accomplished via either a wired or wireless communication link, which may involve the inclusion of at least one transceiver (e.g., Bluetooth transceiver) and/or processor on the case.

Abstract: A storage garment stores a liquid in an interior bladder providing facilitated access to the liquid while it is carried inside the storage garment. A jacket is configured to be worn by a user, such as a dog. The jacket forms a substantially contoured fit over the user and has a harness portion that fastens around the user. At least one pocket portion in the jacket holds at least one bladder portion. The bladder portion holds liquid, such as water, to hydrate or clean. A pocket fastener regulates access to the bladder. A tube portion carries liquid to the user and a valve portion regulates the liquid flow. A pump portion forces the liquid out of the bladder through an outlet. A secondary pocket holds a container that folds for stowage and expands into a bowl shape for holding liquid.

Abstract: The invention is a hollow electrode implantation device for inserting a flexible electrode, such as a Memberg electrode, in living tissue. The inserter has a longitudinal slot that accepts the electrode into the hollow center of the electrode implantation device. The slot is offset at least once forming one or more offset slots, where retainer tabs define the slots and assure retention of the electrode in the implantation device during insertion of the electrode into living tissue.

Abstract: A carrying aid for t-shirt bags (aka plastic grocery bags) and other similar bags is disclosed. When carried without the use of some assistive device, the weight of the bags can cause an unpleasant cutting sensation across the user's fingers. This device wraps around the bags' handle loops and reversibly attached to itself forming a flattened tube containing the handles. The carrying aid cushions the finger stress caused by the bags and keeps the bags linked together when placed down. A strip of a rigid material may be included to further distribute the bags' weight. Further, the carrying aid may be imprinted with advertising or loyalty program insignias, and may also be linked by a carabineer or similar. The device can be removed and reused as needed.

Abstract: A litter box cleaning kit includes a litter shovel having a nonporous bottom section for collecting non-solid waste, a curved section having a plurality of openings for collecting and sifting solid waste, a bag holder for positioning disposal bags in an open configuration and a caddy for storing each of the shovel, bag holder and disposal bags.

Abstract: The invention provided in one aspect a holder suitable for holding at least one or more items which includes at least one support member for supporting at least one or more items. This holder also includes a body member which defines at least one side wall and at least one handle by which the holder may be supported by a user. This at least one handle is defined by two or more apertures formed in at least one side wall, where any side walls forming a single handle are not opposed to each other.

Abstract: A reusable, hand-held carrier for transporting and storing a pair of ski boots includes: (a) a handle portion; (b) a shank including two opposite longitudinal first sides, an upper shank end being attached to a base handle section of the handle portion; (c) a hanger portion extending from a lower shank end and including at least two elongate hook elements, each of the hook elements including an open topped channel and a set of corresponding shoulder portions on opposite walls of the channel that form a pinched zone at the top of the channel. The boot carrier preferably also includes at least one carrier pin for holding a sole guard ski boot accessory within a recess in the carrier shank. A carrier wall mount and boot carrier set is also contemplated. This simplified abstract is not intended to limit, and should not be interpreted as limiting, the scope of the claims.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a service tray comprising a top surface, a first side, a second side opposing the first side, and a housing being disposed beneath the top surface. The top surface is configured for transporting food and beverage items. A first drawer is configured to be retractable into the housing through an opening in the first side. The first drawer is further configured for retaining a plurality of items. A second drawer is configured to be retractable into the housing through an opening in the second side. The second drawer is further configured for retaining a plurality of items in which the service tray with the first drawer and the second drawer is balanced about a midline along a width of the service tray between the first drawer and the second drawer.

Abstract: A concrete test-cylinder carrying apparatus includes a handle, a base-plate, a plurality of anchor rods engaged with the handle and a plurality support rings horizontally aligned above the base plate. Concrete test cylinders are removably positioned through the support rings and rest on the base plate such that test cylinders are swiftly transported between remote locations. In an alternate embodiment, a first mechanism may be provided for uniformly reciprocating a male handle portion along a linear travel path to absorb operating forces exerted on the concrete test cylinders during transport procedures. A second mechanism may be provided for uniformly articulating the male handle portion along clockwise and counter clockwise arcuate paths to further absorb operating forces exerted on the concrete test cylinders during transport.

Abstract: A deer carcass transport assembly including a handle member to which are attached two U-shaped hooks in planar relationship, one leg of each hook secured to an end of the handle member, the legs of the U-shaped hook spaced apart sufficiently so as to engage the hind hock of the rear legs of a deer carcass so as to permit the hunter to drag the deer carcass, by means of the hind hooves, from the kill site to a suitable means of transportation.

Abstract: A caulk carrying device includes a plurality of compartments for holding tubes of caulk, a handle, and a cavity for receiving and holding a caulk gun. Preferably integrally molded from plastic, the carrying device may include a projection for piercing tubes of caulk and bores in the compartments that are centrally located to facilitate stacking of multiple carrying devices.

Abstract: A deer carcass transport assembly including a handle member to which are attached two U-shaped hooks in planar relationship, one leg of each hook secured to an end of the handle member, the legs of the U-shaped hook spaced apart sufficiently so as to engage the hind hock of the rear legs of a deer carcass so as to permit the hunter to drag the deer carcass, by means of the hind hooves, from the kill site to a suitable means of transportation.

Abstract: A one-handed support for a plate and a beverage container includes horizontally oriented parallel upper and lower supports having a vertical hand-grippable connecting member attached therebetween. The lower support is adapted to rest on a planar support surface. The upper and lower supports each having approximately circular front and rear sections with a narrow connecting portion therebetween with the connecting member being anchored in the narrow connecting portions. The upper support is sized to hold a disposable plate and includes a clip to hold the plate in place. The rear sections each have an aperture therein defining annular grips sized to receive a beverage container. The support includes a removable beverage container holder which is adapted to hold stemware in an inverted position. An alternative embodiment includes a rotatable stemware holder attached to the upper support and a rotatable auxiliary plate support.

Abstract: An improved book holding device is disclosed that enables a user to carry a plurality of books as well as related articles such as electronic devices, calculators, cell phones, electronic organizers, PDAs, digital music players and the like. The apparatus features an “x” shaped sheeted material having elongated straps. One of the straps carries a larger pouch that has a length that is about equal to or greater than the half of the length of its strap. Smaller pouches can be provided for holding smaller articles.

Abstract: A caulk carrying device includes a plurality of compartments for holding tubes of caulk, a handle, and a cavity for receiving and holding a caulk gun. Preferably integrally molded from plastic, the carrying device may include a projection for piercing tubes of caulk and bores in the compartments that are centrally located to facilitate stacking of multiple carrying devices.

Abstract: A tool kit for a radio controlled vehicle holds any desired parts and equipment for that vehicle in a desired position, especially a position adjacent to a racing area. The tool kit contains elements for storing items such as a screw driver, plug wrench, glow plug igniter, electric vehicle starter, and an engine stopper. Spare parts, such as glow plugs, are also capable of being stored in the tool kit.

Abstract: A purse caddy for supporting a purse in an upright condition upon a vehicle seat. The purse caddy includes an open-topped box dimensioned to receive a purse and a strap for supporting the open-topped box. The open-topped box has: a bottom panel, a front panel hingedly secured to the bottom panel and extending upwardly from the bottom panel, a back panel hingedly secured to the bottom panel at a location remote from the front panel and extending upwardly from the bottom panel, and at least one elastic strip connecting the front panel and the back panel together at a height above the bottom panel. The opposed ends of the strap are connected to the back panel so as to form a loop for encircling a support like the headrest of a vehicle seat.

Abstract: An in-line skate carrier is provided including a rack having a plurality of recesses formed therein along a length thereof. Also included is a carrying assembly mounted on the rack for carrying the same. Next provided is a securement assembly coupled to the rack for encompassing a pair of in-line skates and securing the same to the rack with the wheels of the skates situated within the recesses.

Abstract: A carrier for storing and carrying a pair of cylindrical-shaped canisters.

Abstract: A foldable fast-food carrying device includes: a paper board having a front and a rear wall upwardly folded from a bottom wall, at least a side cover hingedly secured to a side portion of the carrying device, a circular hole cut out in the bottom wall for loading a cup of soft drink in the circular hole, at least a partition member bent upwardly from an edge portion of the circular hole to serve as a partition between the soft drink and a hamburger or French-fries container stored in the carrying device, and several bottom locations provided on or in the bottom wall for storing the hamburger and French-fries container to be shielded by the side cover, and a pair of handle members respectively protruding from the front and rear walls for confining the fast foods within the carrying device. The two handle members are interlocked for conveniently carrying the fast foods as stored within the carrying device.

Abstract: A tool suspension rack includes an elongated flat rack body having two opposite end portions and two opposite sides, a handgrip formed on one of the two end portions of the rack body, a plurality of coupling bars formed on each of the two sides of the rack body, and two juxtaposed upright clamping pieces each having a first end portion formed on the rack body and a second end portion formed with an arcuate limiting flange facing each other.

Abstract: A lightweight golf club and accessory carrier for transporting and retaining a plurality of golf clubs, tees, balls marker and score keeping pencil in a compact package size. The carrier is made out of a flexible plastic material in the form of a single injection molded body comprising a handle connected to the inside surfaces near the top of two downwardly extending end walls. Near the bottom of the device, a ball carrier extends between the inside surface of each end wall. The ball carrier is design to hold three golf balls within a flexible plastic structure that enables the balls to be installed or removed from either the from or back of the carrier. A plurality of flexible club holding clips extend off of the outside and inside surfaces of each end wall and are configured to retain the shaft of a typical golf club.

Abstract: A handguard comprises a key holder component and a purse component fastened to, and separable from, each other. Each component fits in a user's hand, and when used while carrying a plastic shopping bag, protects the hand from irritation etc. caused by heavily laden bags. Key holder component has a back piece and front piece stitched together to form a key compartment between them, the key compartment being open at its top edge, but closed by a flap on the back piece. Purse component has two members stitched together to form a purse compartment, which is open at the top and closed by fasteners inside the purse compartment. Each component has fasteners on their outer surfaces which fasten the key holder component to the purse component. The preferred fasteners are hook and loop fasteners. Key holder compartment has a key ring retained inside by a strap that slides through an opening at the key compartment bottom. A snap hook or D-ring is secured towards the other end of the strap by a fastener.

Abstract: A tray for storing, transporting and presenting various articles. The tray includes a storage platform and a handle member extending therethrough. The storage platform includes an array of variously shaped receptacles. The handle is movable between a first position wherein the platform is maintained in a first orientation and a second position wherein the platform is maintained in a second orientation.

Abstract: A tool rack includes a body having a head portion and a board extending from the head portion, the board having two rails extending from two sides thereof so that a plurality of connectors are slidably mounted to the two rails. Each of the connectors has two plates and each of the plates has a recess defined therein so that a tool is received in the recesses of the two plates. A stop member is connected to the free end of the board and blocks the two rails to prevent the connectors from being removed from the rails. A limit member is mounted to the board so as to keep the tools on the connectors from being removed.

Abstract: A device for use by an individual for carrying garments hung on hangers is provided. The device includes a straight shaft member entirely padded having a hanger receiving hook at one end and a hand grip at the opposite end thereof. The hanger receiving hook is swingably movable relative to the straight tubular shaft and is capable of receiving the hook portion of a garment hanger. A tubular money holder that is smaller in diameter than the shaft member is insertable within one end of the straight shaft member.

Abstract: A multi-functional ladder-top tool and parts carrier which has rubber legs for non-damaging support on flat surfaces and a bottom recess conforming to the upper surface of a ladder, a wide handle for easy one-handed or two-handed movement of the carrier to the upper surface of the ladder, and at least one strap attached to the carrier to secure it to the upper surface of the ladder. The carrier also has a variety of different sized openings through its top surface through which different types of tools and parts may be placed which allow for organized storage and ease of access by a person working on or adjacent to the upper surface of the ladder.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus for carrying in-line skates and accessories. The in-line skates have blades that have at least two adjacent wheels and at least one substantially enclosed opening. The apparatus comprising a continuous plastic molded body consisting of a support structure with an extending member forming a handle. The support structure has a pair of outwardly extending flexible tabs sized to secure a hockey puck or ball between them. On the opposite side of the handle are two outwardly extending flexible extensions that are opposed to each other forming a channel that is sized to tightly fit the shaft of a hockey stick allowing the user to secure a hockey stick to the apparatus. In addition, the support structure includes a first and second vertical member appropriately spaced apart that extend downward from the main body of the support structure and are opposed to each other.

Abstract: An article carrier formed from a rectangular sheet made of flexible, foldable material folded along a midline of the longer sides of the sheet forming first and second sides having inner and outer faces, a plurality of cooperating adjustable length fasteners attached to juxtaposed surfaces at spaced apart locations on each of the three free edges of the sides of the carrier such that when the adjustable fasteners are joined together, a carrying space is formed between the sides of the carrier. A plurality of article carriers are arrayed across the outer surface of one of the sides and adapted to fit and transport articles of various sizes and shapes, and a pair of handles are attached along the shorter edge of the rectangular sheet used to form the carrier. The carrier also has a plurality of external attachments for securing and carrying bulky articles and an internal pocket.

Abstract: The subject invention comprises a tote for cleaning utensils and supplies which has a base that includes an open internal compartment to be used to contain cleaning supplies and tools. A pair of sidewalls is attached to the base and extends upwardly therefrom in a spaced-apart relationship. Between the sidewalls is to be mounted on brackets a roll of paper towels. Mounted on the sidewalls is a hanger with this hanger to support a bag within which is to be deposited waste. Connected between the upper end of the sidewalls is a carry handle.

Abstract: An article carrier adapted for carrying a pillow includes a flexible sheet of material which defines two slotted openings adjacent to opposed edges of the material. Two flexible carrying elements are connected to the material adjacent to the slotted openings. A pillow or other item can be placed onto the material and the material folded in a predetermined manner with carrying elements extending through the slotted openings so that the pillow or other item is retained within the carrier while the carrier is held by the carrying elements. Pillows of different sizes can be accommodated by folding the material of the article carrier in different ways.

Abstract: A tote device for carrying equipment and accessories to and from recreational areas such as the beach. The tote device contains at least one sleeve element that defines an open central region. A handle element is coupled to each sleeve element present and provides an element for carrying each sleeve element. The open central region defined by each sleeve element is sized to receive a large piece of equipment such as a folded beach umbrella or the like. On the exterior of each sleeve element is disposed a plurality of spring clamps sized to selectively receive and engage cylindrical objects, such as the tubular framing of beach chairs, umbrella poles, fishing poles, bag handles or similar items. By placing a large object, such as a beach umbrella, in the center of the tote device and attaching other bulky items, such as bags, poles and chairs to the exterior of the tote device, an element is provided for carrying a large number of bulky items in a space efficient and ergonomically efficient manner.

Abstract: A mealtime aid device comprises a handle and a plurality of containers which are removably secured to the upper end of the handle.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for carrying hockey articles and equipment. The apparatus includes a base having a plurality of compartments configured to carry hockey articles and equipment, at least one of the compartments being adapted to carry a container, at least one of the compartments being adapted to carry hockey pucks, and at least one of the compartments being adapted to carry at least one information retaining article; and a handle coupled to the base. According to alternative embodiments, the carrier includes at least one compartment having a substantially circular cross-section and at least one compartment having a substantially rectangular cross-section. The base of the carrier may also be formed of a substantially open frame.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus for carrying in-line skates. The in-line skates have blades that include at least two adjacent wheels. The apparatus comprises a base member having a front, back and bottom. The base member defines first and second slots, each open to the bottom and extending from the front to the back. The first and second slots are each sized to receive the blade of an in-line skate so that the base member is substantially perpendicular to the in-line skate blades.

Abstract: An organizer which includes a body formed with a cavity and ribs which divide the cavity into two or more chambers. The organizer further includes a number of partitions which are perpendicular to the ribs so as to define a number of chambers. The organizer includes a permanent divider which extends perpendicular to the ribs and which is permanently connected to, or formed with, the body the ribs of the organizer. The organizer additionally includes a cover which is hingedly engaged to the body. A latch mechanism is mounted on the cover and partially extends through the cover for reversibly connecting the cover to the body through the engagement of a portion of the latch mechanism with said permanent divider.

Abstract: A reusable, self-contained, multiple-cavity carrying container for transporting a number of baby bottles, nursers and/or jars of baby food from one location to another. The container has a basic basket-like shape with an adjustable, removable handle. The container at each cavity has a clamp-like holder with a diameter approximately the size of the smallest diameter of the conventional baby bottle currently on the market. The holder is yieldable and has an open space that vertically extends throughout the height of the container. This allows the holder to expand and contract to accommodate bottles of different sizes. The holder grips the bottle or a pair of baby food jars by self-adjusting to the diameter of the bottle or jar placed in the holder. Then, with friction lightly gripping the sides of the bottle or jar, the holder keeps the bottle or jar from falling out of the holder if the container were to tip over on its side.

Abstract: A golfing equipment carrier has a one-piece housing having an inverted cup shape with four substantially upright walls and an upper wall, the four walls including two opposite longitudinal walls and two opposite transverse walls, each of the longitudinal walls being provided with a plurality of inwardly bent longitudinal portions each forming an inner channel for snappingly retaining a golf club, the inwardly bent portions of each of the longitudinal walls being spaced from one another in an upright direction and extending in a longitudinal direction so as to be open at both longitudinal ends.

Abstract: A detachable shopping bag handle comprising: a flexible member having a padded portion, and a fastening mechanism for fastening the flexible member about a handle of a shopping bag. The flexible member includes a first and second surface and is preferably constructed from a woven fabric material such as cotton. The padded portion is preferably enclosed between layers of the woven fabric and stitched into place in a quilted fashion. The fastening mechanism includes a first and second section of hook and pile type fastener. The first section is attached to the first surface of the flexible member. The second section is attached to the second surface. The first and second sections are located at opposite ends of the flexible member. The flexible member may also include an eyelet member and/or a pocket member attached to the second surface of the flexible member.

Abstract: A container housing includes a zippered front wall for access to the container housing cavity, with support straps arranged for ease of manual manipulation and support of the container housing. The housing further includes a housing first side wall upon which a support loop spaced from a support flange is mounted. The support loop includes a loop opening coaxially aligned with a flange opening to receive and position an umbrella therealong. The invention employs ventilation openings to enhance ventilation through the container during storage for prolonged periods.

Abstract: The invention is to a utility carrier for carrying balls, and for dispensing balls and holding balls during a ball game, and for storage of balls and bats, and other equipment between games. The carrier is attached to a fence or other object. Balls are held in the carrier, and a rigid handle attached to and suspended below the carrier has clips thereon for holding bats.

Abstract: A carrier for supporting and transporting shower related items comprising of a first major sheet of a semi-rigid plastic material, such sheet having a centrally disposed rectangular region constituting the base of the device, the base having parallel side edges and parallel front and rear edges formed by primary fold lines, rectangular end panels formed with the base on the sides thereof remote from the primary fold lines, the end panels extending laterally to form side panels and separated therefrom by secondary fold lines, the sheet adapted to have the end panels folded upwardly from the base at the primary fold lines and to have the side panels folded inwardly along the secondary fold lines to thereby form a rectangular shaped container with a closed lower surface and an open upper surface.

Abstract: A container for supporting and transporting a plurality of stacked files comprising, in combination, a main body portion in a rectangular configuration having long side edges and short end edges, a horizontal base region extending a short distance from side edge to side edge with angled upper regions extending from side edge to side edge between the end edges to an intermediate location and longer vertical side regions intermediate thereof, a handle fixedly attached to each end edge with a ring strap releasably coupleable to join the handles, a plurality of snaps secured to the side regions of the main body portion for retaining a pair of straps with snaps adjacent to their ends cooperable with the snaps of the side regions.

Abstract: A formed unitary display device includes at least two concentric and stepped arcuate ledges for receiving and holding various fruits, nuts and other articles. The unitary display device also includes a rupturable top planar surface, which prior to rupture serves as an additional display surface. Upon rupturing of the panel, a lip surrounding the ruptured area serves as a support for various containers fitting therewithin.

Abstract: A pocketbook size organizer that can store a portable cellular phone. The organizer comprises a flexible book which has a first cover portion that can fold onto a center cover portion and a second cover portion that folds onto the first cover portion. The book has hook and loop material that fastens the second cover to the first cover to secure the organizer in a folded condition. The inside of the first cover has a pair of straps that secure the portable phone to the book. The straps are attached together by hook and loop material which allows the organizer to carry phones having different outer dimensions. The book also contains a pocket which can receive a calculator and a slit that can capture a note pad. The organizer can be carried by a handle which is attached to the book and has a free end that can be coupled to the outer surface of the center cover by hook and loop material.

Abstract: A carrier for circular articles such as hockey pucks, baseballs, softballs, golf balls, tennis balls, and the like, of integral construction in resilient material comprises an elongated hollow body having two side walls, a rear wall, and a partially open front wall. The rear wall has holes regularly spaced of a dimension to receive a portion of the circular object. Narrow flanges which define the partial front wall have notches associated with cooperating holes in the rear wall. The notches define a space to receive a portion of the circular object. The object is held in place secured by the hole in the rear wall and the notches in the front wall. Objects can be introduced or removed by spreading the side walls to permit the object to pass through the partial front wall. The resiliency of the material will then close the carrier securely around the object.

Abstract: The invention provides an article carrier (10) having a handle (22) formed from flexible material at the top of the article that is to be carried (11). A pair of straps (18, 20) which form article-encircling loops are both connected to the handle (22). Where the straps (18, 20) are connected to the handle (22), each is twisted to make a half turn, i.e., 180.degree. twist, and each is folded against itself to define an oblique angle (A) between portions of each strap (18, 20) on opposite sides of the handle (22). The strap (18) at the front end of the handle (22) diverges forwardly and the strap (20) connected to the rear of the handle diverges rearwardly. Sewing between the straps and a cover (12) terminates on either side of the handle (22) to form a sleeve which serves as an opening into which a reinforcing plate (26) is placed.