Abstract: Animated printed media (e.g., greeting cards, books, etc.) are disclosed herein. An animated printed medium according to one embodiment includes two pages that define a pocket therebetween. At least one of the pages has a window with a plurality of spaced apart transparent sections, and a pushsleeve is coupled to an element that is rotatable relative to the two pages. The pushsleeve extends in the pocket and has a coded image positioned to move beneath the window. A fold line is between the pushsleeve and the element to allow the pushsleeve to rotate relative to the element. The pushsleeve is movable between a first position where the element is between the fold line and the window and a second position where the fold line is between the element and the window. Movement of the pushsleeve between the first and second positions causes the coded image to move beneath the window.

Abstract: A multi-use real estate closing card is described. A real estate closing card may be used as an advertising tool, a closing gift from real estate vendors to new home owners, and a moving announcement for the homeowner. The real estate closing card has at least two information blocks that can comprise an announcement block and an advertising block. Information may be text or visual representation, such as photographs or drawings of the home or family.

Abstract: Display device including a unitary, rigid sheet defining a left center panel, a right center panel pivotally connected to the left center panels, a left side panel pivotally connected to the left center panel and a right side panel pivotally connected to the right center panel. Vertically extending separation lines are formed on a rear planar layer without penetrating or cutting a front planar layer so that the panels are able to pivot about vertical axes. Fold lines may be formed opposite the separation lines on the front planar layer to facilitate folding the sheet whereby the fold lines define the vertical axes about which the panels pivot. Folding of the sheet provides a compact configuration which enables the display device to be easily carried.

Abstract: The invention is an organizational shopping aid that provides categories listing common items that are procured in a supermarket with an embedded magnifying lens to assist in the reading of the small font text found on labels. The objective of this device is to provide an organizational tool that can be incorporated into daily routine and stored easily in a variety of manners that the appeal is not limited to one segment of society.

Abstract: An animated foldable card that includes a base page, shield page, first intermediate page and second intermediate page all having top, bottom, left and right edges. The shield page includes a window defined therein and its bottom edge is hingedly connected to the top edge of the base page. The right edge of the first intermediate page is hingedly connected to the left edge of the base page, and the right edge of the second intermediate page is hingedly connected to the left edge of the first intermediate page. The card also includes a moveable page having top, bottom, left and right edges. The right edge of the moveable page is hingedly connected to the left edge of the second intermediate page, and the moveable page includes one of either a plurality of shutter elements or at least one coded image associated therewith. Either the base page or the shield page includes the other of the plurality of shutter elements and the at least one coded image associated therewith.

Abstract: A transaction product includes a housing, an article and an account identifier. The article is selectively maintained within the housing. Following removal of the article from the housing, the article is configured to self-inflate upon activation of the article by a bearer of the transaction product. The account identifier is associated with the housing and links the transaction product to an account or record having a value configured to be used toward one or more of a purchase and a use of goods or services.

Abstract: The invention relates to an inlay card for decorating an enclosure, to packaging for a disk-shaped medium, to a method for manufacturing an inlay card for decorating an enclosure as well as to a method for packaging a disk-shaped medium. In particular, the present invention relates to inlay cards for decorating an enclosure, especially a jewel case, having a curved and/or multifaceted side wall. The invention can be summarized as an inlay card, or a manufacture thereof, having two or more tabs that are configured and adapted to be bent with respect to a major surface of said inlay card such that the tabs conform to the shape of a multifaceted or curved wall of a jewel case when the inlay card is placed therein.

Abstract: A customizable envelope formed from interchangeable components allows the user to create various color and texture arrangements. The envelope is formed using two separate pieces of paper or other similar sheet material, each of which includes two foldable end flaps and a central portion. Both sheets are generally rectangular in shape and, when assembled to form the finished envelope, are preferably oriented so that their elongate axes are at a 90° angle to each other. In one form, the central portion of one sheet has a pair of elongated slits preferably formed parallel to the longitudinal axis of the sheet and located near the top and bottom edges, respectively. The second sheet is sized so that it will be received in these slits. After assembly, the portion of the first, slitted sheet, exterior to the slits appears to frame the central portion of the second sheet, providing a framed opening on either the inner or outer surface of the completed envelope.

Abstract: A method for stably and easily exhibiting a flat plate-like article such as a flat exhibited article so as to be easily observed and less turned over and the flat plate-like article stably and simply exhibitable so as to be easily observed and less turned over and manufacturable at low cost. The flat plate-like article comprises two or more flat plate-like members and one or more connection parts.

Abstract: A decorative element includes a first layer and a second layer. The decorative element is disposed on an article, both the article and the decorative element being biodegradable. The first layer includes a protective material and the second layer includes at least one seed embedded therein. The first layer is disposed adjacent the second layer. An adhesive comprising a biodegradable material secures the decorative element to the article.

Abstract: A card forming sheet includes an opaque printing sheet and a transparent film placed over the printing sheet, so that the transparent film can be peeled away from the printing sheet and cannot be re-bonded to the printing sheet. Moreover, the card forming sheet includes a transparent adhesive and a peeling sheet placed over the adhesive layer. The printing sheet is divided into a substantially rectangular address describing part, an information describing part adjacent to one side of the address describing part, and a concealing part adjacent to another side of the address describing part. The card forming sheet is folded along a boundary between the address describing part and the information describing part. The two sides are bonded together so that the printing sheet is placed to the outside, and the card forming sheet is then folded along a boundary between the concealing part and the address describing part and bonded together, removably concealing the information.

Abstract: The invention provides a greeting card having provided therein an imaging device, the imaging device being configured to capture an image, the capture of an image being controlled by operation of an activation means and a detection means. The activation means being operable on the detection means and is switchable by a user between a non-activated mode, and an activated mode. On adoption of the activated mode, a subsequent detection of the occurrence of a preset event by the detection means effects a corresponding issuance of a trigger signal, the trigger signal causing the capture of the image by the imaging device.

Abstract: Generally speaking, this is a card positioning device which maintains a card such as a greeting card or a postcard in a standing position. The card experiences a destabilizing moment. The card positioning device has a moment resisting section to resist the destabilizing moment and maintain the card in a standing position. The moment resisting section connects to the origin end of the longitudinal fold of the card and extends along the card edges from the origin to reinforce the card edges. The moment resisting section has a foot which has a heel and toe to resist the destabilizing moment. An ornament such as a flag, character or emblem can be attached to the base of the moment resisting section. The ornament, moment resisting section and card, may be inserted into an envelope and mailed to a recipient.

Abstract: This invention discloses a three-dimensional inflatable card including a card body having a containing space defined therein, an opening formed on each of two corresponding sides of the containing space, and a movable portion disposed on the card body at a position corresponding to a side of the containing space; an airbag adhered on the card body within the containing space, and containing a reacting powder and an acid solution pack; and a protective ring disposed around the periphery of the airbag, and having a thickness sufficient to contain the acid solution pack; wherein an acid solution in the acid solution pack is able to chemically react with the reacting powder to produce gas for enabling the airbag to expand to a predetermined volume, break the movable portion, and extend to the outside of the containing space, so as to form a three-dimensional inflatable object on the card body.

Abstract: A display frame for supporting an image insert for display is provided. The display frame comprises i) an abutment structure for supporting the image insert for display; ii) an upright member including a first connection member and a second connection member; and iii) an interlocking mechanism for interlocking the first connection member and the second connection member. The upright member has a first substantially planar state and a second non-planar display state, and is operable to support the abutment structure. The interlocking mechanism is operable to interlock the first connection member and the second connection member such that the upright member is in the second non-planar display state.

Abstract: An article of print media that includes an electronic module that has at least one chip for storing data and for controlling the electronic module and first means for closing the electronic module such that at least a first video is shown.

Abstract: Animated printed media (e.g., greeting cards, books, etc.) are disclosed herein. An animated printed medium according to one embodiment includes two pages that define a pocket therebetween. At least one of the pages has a window with a plurality of spaced apart transparent sections, and a pushsleeve is coupled to an element that is rotatable relative to the two pages. The pushsleeve extends in the pocket and has a coded image positioned to move beneath the window. A fold line is between the pushsleeve and the element to allow the pushsleeve to rotate relative to the element. The pushsleeve is movable between a first position where the element is between the fold line and the window and a second position where the fold line is between the element and the window. Movement of the pushsleeve between the first and second positions causes the coded image to move beneath the window.

Abstract: A multi-panel fold-out device made from a blank includes at least first, second, and third panels which are joined together in sequence, and formed by separation lines between the first, second, and third panels. The first and second panels each have an internal panel portion including a score line adjacent to an edge of the panel. Each internal panel portion is releasably secured to its panel such that the internal panel portion can be pivoted around its score line relative to its panel. The first panel is foldable over, along the first separation line, to secure the first panel to the second panel. The first and second panels are foldable under, along the second separation line, to secure the first and second panels to the third panel. The first and second internal panel portions are of different sizes so that these panels can be folded out in sequence.

Abstract: A freestanding card can include a main display area. The card can also include a base that can hold the main display area in a generally upright position, such as a base including a left leg extending away from a left side of a central lower portion of the card, and a right leg extending away from a right side of the central lower portion of the card. The card can be a unitary card including the main display area and the base. The base may hold the main display area in a concavo-convex shape.

Abstract: A method of processing a communication apparatus includes putting the communication apparatus into a distribution channel for distribution via one or more intermediaries to a user of the communication apparatus, the user of which can forward the communication apparatus to a desired recipient. The communication apparatus includes a substrate and a communication element coupled to the substrate and is constructed of one or more materials that are a bio-technical nutrient. The communication apparatus is received from a recipient directly or via one or more intermediaries. The communication apparatus is processed to prepare a second communication apparatus for distribution to another user.

Abstract: A fastener device of the present invention is made for connecting pyrotechnic elements such as lances, gerbs and sparklers to a frame. This novelty fastener is comprised with a spring portion which allows the bending of the pyrotechnic element to lay against the surface of the frame. The fastener makes it possible to mount pyrotechnic material in a remote location, attach the ignition fuse but use less space on the truck in transportation and cause less damage to the pyrotechnic elements during the process. Another embodiment of the fastener is used in a novelty greeting card device for the enjoyment of the general public. A suggested embodiment of the novelty fastener is combined with pyrotechnic material to form a novelty sparkler device.

Abstract: A deployable temporary traffic sign system requires no roadside assembly, because the sign comprises a flexible sign panel which may be changed in size merely by folding one portion of the sign panel over a second portion of the sign panel about a crease line disposed therein. The sign itself is supported on a sign stand which is pivotally mounted to a support base.

Abstract: Provided is a decorative card including a two-sheet folding paper including a first attaching device formed on the outer surface of one sheet thereof; and a colorful decoration formed of molded PVC, the decoration including a second attaching device for releasably attaching to the first attaching device. In one embodiment, the first attaching device is a metal member and the second attaching device is a magnet. In another embodiment, the first attaching device includes two parallel slits and the second attaching device is a paper clip adapted to insert through the slits to secure the decoration onto the folding paper. In a further embodiment, the first attaching device is a curved slit having two end openings, and the second attaching device is a chain adapted to loop through the openings by passing the slit so as to hang the decoration on the folding paper.

Abstract: An action card device provides a compact motor drive and comprises a foldable support structure comprising means for securing a smaller card thereto; a means for emitting sounds in the foldable support structure, emitting sounds upon unfolding, the sound emitting means comprising an electronic microchip sound generating device energized by a number of onboard batteries; a slide tongue switch having two ends wherein one of the two ends is connected to the electronic microchip sound generating device and the other end is attached to the foldable support structure; and a thin electric motor mounted on the foldable support structure and connected to an output of the electronic microchip sound generating device. The power drive oscillates a mobile accessory on the card device in synchronization with the activation of the electronic microchip sound generating device at opening of the card device.

Abstract: A folding display includes a tower member having a display panel with advertising indicia on a front surface and a support panel attached to the back surface. The display and support panels feature lateral fold lines so that the tower member may be folded for shipping and storage. The support panel has a pair of flaps formed therein and each flap features an arcuate surface. The flaps may be moved into a position where the arcuate surfaces engage the back surface of the display panel so that it assumes a convex configuration. The tower display is then capable of standing on a generally horizontal surface. A pair of the tower displays may be positioned in spaced relation with a bridge member, also featuring advertising indicia, extending between them. A base member lays on the surface upon which the display is standing and features end portions that engage the tower members.

Abstract: A method of constructing an origami-style booklet from a unitary blank of sheet material. The blank of sheet material is divided into eight equal rectangles. The blank of sheet material is then cut widthwise along one of three notional boundary lines separating two of the rectangles, from one of opposed side edges to a notional centerline. The blank of sheet material is then lengthwise along the notional centerline starting one rectangle in from a top edge to one rectangle in from a bottom edge. The blank of sheet material is then folded lengthwise in accordion fashion about the three boundary lines and widthwise along the notional centerline until the rectangles are in face to face relation forming a booklet consisting of a front cover, a back cover and eight interior display surfaces.

Abstract: An interactive, folding annotation device, method for promoting deal-making. An interactive folding device composed of substantially absorbent material comprising a plurality of panels sharing a folding junction for annotation thereon by a user who is an offeror, the device comprising a first panel comprising content substantially expressing the user's willingness to enter into a contract, a second panel comprising pre-printed content for prompting the user to responsively annotate terms of an offer, and a third panel comprising content for prompting the user to annotate thereon a date by which acceptance of the offer is sought, the personal delivery of the annotated device to a person constituting delivery of the offer to an offeree.

Abstract: A foldable display is provided having at least three panels hingedly connected to each other, wherein the panels include means for receiving corresponding means on other displays for interlocking and stacking the displays. In the preferred embodiment, these means comprise at least two slits provided at the top of each display and at least two slits provided at the bottom of each display, which slits cooperate to create complementary tabs on adjacent displays, which tabs interlock with each other to frictionally attach one display on top of another. A separate header unit, also including slits disposed therein, may be mounted to the top of an assembled display to further buttress the structural stability of the unit.

Abstract: A craft kit for making pop-up cards having a plurality of pop-up construction elements of different configurations, each configuration of construction element being provided in plurality, each configuration comprising a sheet-like member with predefined fold lines and selective areas coated with adhesive for joining to a card and to a pop-up element to create motion in the pop-up element when a card is opened. Such a kit may contain multiple ones of multiple construction elements, with or without blank cards, or may simply include multiple construction elements, all of the same design, typically for use as replacements for those used from a larger kit, or of a special or new design not normally included in original kits. Various construction elements and their uses are disclosed.

Abstract: Pop-up Business Card by this invention is characterized by—information printing part which contains the information of the card such as the company name, personal name, and contact number, —main folding line generated by the line-drawing process on one side of the card so that part of the card can be folded, —cutting-line pattern which contains cutting-lines formed from the main folding-line to the other side of the card, —the 1st folding-line pattern generated by line-drawing process on one side of the card so as to be juxtaposed with the cutting-line pattern, —the 2nd folding-line pattern generated by line-drawing process on the other side of the card paper so as to be juxtaposed with the above cutting-line pattern, *—the generation of the solid figures on the card when it is folded according to the above main folding-line, cutting-line pattern, the 1st folding-line pattern, and 2nd folding-line pattern, —solid figures reversibly popped up when the card is opened from the folded state along the main folding

Abstract: A greeting or announcement card includes integrated picture mailer and frame. An illustrative embodiment of the card is made by die cutting thick paper stock. The card includes front and back portions disposed side-by-side, and a middle portion disposed under the back portion. Adhesive strips cover the inside of the back portion or of the middle portion. When the card is assembled, it is folded along a line to bring into contact the inside surfaces of the middle and back portions, forming a holding pocket open on one side. A picture can be inserted into the pocket and viewed through an aperture in the middle portion. After insertion, the front portion is folded towards the pocket, and the card is mailed. The card's recipient tears off the front portion, and pulls on a precut tab in the back portion, forming a picture frame with an easel-like stand.

Abstract: A card-like apparatus may be used as a card, a bow, a decoration, or other item, and is preferably made from a single sheet having an interior central region in the shape of a regular polygon defined by fold lines between the central region and a plurality of extremity panels. The panels fold across and beyond the central region, forming an outer perimeter that represents a flower, plant, holiday novelty, animal, person, or other object or living thing. Decoration such as paint, print, artwork, or a portion of a picture may be added to the panels so that the folded panels further represent the object or living thing. Methods have been developed to dissect a whole picture and then to lay or copy sectors of the picture onto distal portions of the panels, so that upon folding of the panels, the distal portions are visible, over and beyond the central region, in positions wherein the picture comes together again as a whole.

Abstract: A combination note card and protector, now known commercially as the a Heart Warmer®, is an unattached pocket made of fabric where a side folds down to display a card, trinket, or other sentiment. Its purpose is to send a greeting, trinket or other sentiment, which is held in the pocket, to a loved one. The recipient can then place the Heart Warmer® in his pocket close to his heart. It is constructed out of a single piece of fabric folded in half and sewn on at least portion of the sides with the a corner of the fabric folded down to create a pocket effect. It preferably comes with a card that fits into the pocket for the sender to write a personal message to the recipient.

Abstract: An apparatus and system for an expandable, hinged, multi-panel presentation. The apparatus includes a main rectangular panel, a side rectangular panel, a fastener, and an interior rectangular panel. The interior rectangular panel includes a proximal interior section having a width equal to the width of the side rectangular panel and a distal interior section coupled to the proximal interior section by a vertical hinge. The vertical hinge permits the distal interior section to pivot relative to the proximal interior section. In a first position, the interior rectangular panel displays presentation material on a front display face while overlaying the main rectangular panel and in a second position, the interior rectangular panel pivots and displays presentation material on a back display face while overlaying the side rectangular panel. Beneficially, the apparatus and system displays a greater amount of presentation material without increasing spatial area required for the display system.

Abstract: The device includes a body with monolithically and pivotally conjoined first and second sections. The second section includes front and rear portions. The front and rear portions include a finger protruding orthogonally thereof. The fingers interlock to maintain the body at a unitary position. Such front and rear portions define a cavity. The front portion has a notch formed therein. The notch penetrates through the front portion and is in fluid communication with the cavity. The rear portion has a slot formed therein which is aligned with the notch and situated rearward of the cavity. A mechanism is included for playing a song when the first and second sections are articulated to an open position. A mechanism is included for illuminating a selected portion of the cavity while the song playing mechanism is activated. The illuminating mechanism lights up the lyrics of the song as the song is played.

Abstract: Generally speaking, this is a card positioning device which maintains a card such as a greeting card or a postcard in a standing position. The card experiences a destabilizing moment. The card positioning device has a moment resisting section to resist the destabilizing moment and maintain the card in a standing position. The moment resisting section connects to the origin end of the longitudinal fold of the card and extends along the card edges from the origin to reinforce the card edges. The moment resisting section has a foot which has a heel and toe to resist the destabilizing moment. An ornament such as a flag, character or emblem can be attached to the base of the moment resisting section. The ornament, moment resisting section and card, may be inserted into an envelope and mailed to a recipient.

Abstract: A lightweight, easily portable, convertible billboard display has three panels rotatably connected to each other in parallel fashion. The billboard display can be used as a vertically standing three panel display or, when two of the panels are connected by a removable connection component, as a three dimensional triangular display. Informational display items can be removably attached to the display panels. In addition, pockets, variously located within each panel, allow for the insertion and display of and full access to multi-page display items, mounted directly on the billboard display.

Abstract: A foldable information card that is useful for storing related documents is provided. Specifically, a foldable card that may contain warranty or product information to be given to a consumer is provided. The foldable card has a storage pocket for related documents such as sales receipts. Additionally, the foldable card has a repositionable adhesive that may be used to secure the card in a folded configuration and prevent documents from falling out of the storage pocket. Information may be printed on the foldable card in more than one language.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a product display. The product display can hold printed materials, literature, and other goods. The product display is a one-piece construction that is flat when it is in an unassembled position. In the assembled position, the product display includes a front panel section, a bottom section connected to the front panel section, and a back section connected to the bottom section. The front panel section connects to the back section either directly or by way of a brace section on the front panel. The product display includes an opening in the panel that holds products in an upright manner. Preferably, one of the bottom panel, back panel or brace section includes a flap. The present product display does not require an added on or formed pocket that extends outwardly from the panel.

Abstract: A card assembly for selectively displaying photos or the like, which is normally in a folded state such that at least one of the photos or the like is then hidden from view, but which upon being unfolded into an open state will permit the normally hidden photo or the like to then be visibly displayed.

Abstract: A dual sided integral composite image product and method of make same. The image product includes a first support substrate having a separate image layer thereon and a second support substrate having separate image layer thereon. The second support substrate being secured to the first support substrate so as to form the dual sided integral composite image product. A fold line is provided on said image product about which the integral composite image product may be folded.

Abstract: A dual sided integral composite image product and method of make same. The image product includes a first support substrate having a separate image layer thereon and a second support substrate having separate image layer thereon. The second support substrate being secured to the first support substrate so as to form the dual sided integral composite image product. A fold line is provided on said image product about which the integral composite image product may be folded.

Abstract: A novelty piece fabricated from a continuous roll of paper, with indicia applied to both sides. Fold lines and cut lines are provided at predetermined positions. The sheet is scored and die-cut, and an adhesive is applied at pre-selected locations. The paper is folded in thirds, and is cut again to produce the final product. In operation, the completed product has sliding panels that reveal hidden indicia, both in moveable panels and in apertures. The aforstated features can apply to both sides of the novelty piece.

Abstract: A novelty piece fabricated from sheet fed paper with indicia applied to both sides. Fold lines and cut lines are provided at predetermined positions. The sheet is scored and die-cut, and an adhesive is applied at pre-selected locations. The paper is folded in thirds, and is cut again to produce the final product. In operation, the completed product has sliding panels that reveal hidden indicia, both in moveable panels and in apertures. The aforstated features can apply to both sides of the novelty piece.

Abstract: A photo album is provided having an ink-receptive coating on a surface of the photo album. A user may write text or draw pictures on the surface with an ink pen, such as with a gel-based ink pen. The ink-receptive coating protects the ink from smudging or smearing after the ink has dried. Consequently, the text and/or picture is durable. The writable or drawable surface may be the front or back exterior surface, and/or an interior surface.

Abstract: A three sided label structure (100) is disclosed, having three interconnected label sections (101, 102, 103). The label sections (101, 102, 103) are provided with relevant information about a plant supported in a container (120). Hinge sections (105, 106) are provided to facilitate a bending of labels so as to form triangular label structures.

Abstract: A flat sheet of paper, or other thin flexible material, has information printed on one side in the form of a plurality of discrete panels or areas of text or images, while the entire other side is taken up by a large-scale, poster-like pattern. The panels or areas of text or images, are defined by crease lines created by folding the sheet of material. These creases are formed using a perpendicular fold method described in detail in this application. Each fold is perpendicular to the previous fold, creating a grid-like pattern, with each panel in the grid pattern containing a discrete quantity of text or images. When the invention is at its most folded state it has a relatively compact size. As the invention is unfolded, the panels of text or images are revealed in a specific sequence in order to tell a story or communicate some other type of sequentially ordered information.

Abstract: A greeting card which holds a picture, and made up of three parts. A user folds one part behind the center part and inserts a photograph between the two parts. Adhesive may be applied to secure the photograph or may be applied on two of the three edges between the one part and the center part before the photograph is inserted. A third part can be folded behind or in front of the center part.

Abstract: A greeting card has a substrate and a sticker removably attached to the substrate.

Abstract: A presentation apparatus, in the form of a blank, divided by advantageously disposed vertically extending cuts, into a plurality of interconnected, relatively foldable panels, is provided. The presentation apparatus is foldable into a compact form, having a width approximately that of a single one of its constituent panels. Structures for providing selective relative rigidity of adjacent ones of the panels are provided, as are structures for providing upright stability of the presentation apparatus.