Abstract: A collapsible spiral Christmas tree construction 10 including a central support unit 11 for supporting a spiral display unit 13 including a spirally wound support member 40 having a plurality of contiguous spiral coils 41 and an adjustable tether unit 14 for varying the effective height and density of said spiral display unit 13.

Abstract: A blank of foldable sheet material for assembling a hollow figure having inwardly directed conical depressions comprises a sheet of foldable material having the shape of a square or rectangle, without interior cuts or exterior tabs scored or marked for scoring in four areas along circular lines tangential to each other and having a radius of one fourth the diagonal of the sheet if a square and one half the narrower side if a rectangle. The blanks have each of the circularly scored areas formed by rolling into a conical shape comprising from about four-ninths to two-thirds of a cone. Six of the blanks assemble into a self-supporting interlocking hollow figure having eight inward-facing cones. If desired, the visible surfaces of the hollow object may have a decorative or informative imprint or coating thereon.

Abstract: A lamp netting assembly has a net, a serial decoration lamp assembly disposed on the net, the serial decoration lamp assembly having a plurality of decoration lamps and a wire, a plurality of retainer plates retaining the respective decoration lamps on the net, and two opposite rods disposed on two laterals of the net. The lamp netting assembly is disposed on a panel. The net has a plurality of net threads forming a plurality of meshes. A pattern string is marked or knit on the net. The retainer plates are arranged in series along the pattern string.

Abstract: An artificial decorated and lighted Christmas tree (10) which is concentrically collapsible into a shallow open-topped box for storage. When displayed, the artificial tree (10) is preferably hung from a ceiling or other overhead support. The skeleton of the tree consists of a flat disk (15), a member (16) projecting upwardly from the center of the disk (15) from which the artificial tree (10) is suspended, a cylindrical crown (24) of garland supported on the disk, (15), at least three rigid wire loops (20, 30, 40) having different diameters, and at least three flexible cords (18A, 18B, 18C, 18D, 22A, 22B, 22C, 22D, 32A, 32B, 32C, 32D) affixed to equally spaced apart edge segments of the disk (15) and to equally spaced apart segments of each one of the rigid wire loops (20, 30, 40).

Abstract: A decoration lamp netting has a net, a serial decoration lamp assembly disposed on the net, the serial decoration lamp assembly having a plurality of decoration lamps and an electric plug, a plurality of retainer members retaining the respective decoration lamps on the net, and two opposite rods disposed on two laterals of the net. The decoration lamp netting is disposed on a plate.

Abstract: A three-dimensional heat and vacuum molded ornament, such as a snowman figure, formed of thermoplastic foam sheet material with heat sealed abutting edges, in a molding process. The ornament adapted to move, by the use of hand pressure, between a non-collapsed upright, use position and a collapsed, reduced-height position for shipment or storage.

Abstract: A foldable model made out of a number of wire materials through deformation, assembling and welding to form a main body portion and several accessory portions, characterized in that the joining of the accessory portions with the main body portion are carried out by means of hinges and pivotal fastening latches so that those portions needing to be folded can be folded into or towards said main body portion to reduce the overall packing dimension of said model. The foldable animal model according to the present invention after being folded occupies a volume much smaller than that of a prior art animal model of corresponding dimension after being dismantled and the folding process before packing and the unfolding process after transportation are very simple and easy. Therefore, the foldable model of the present invention is not only convenient for transportation but also the relevant cost thereof have evidently been reduced, so that the selling prices of various models can thus be reduced.

Abstract: A lighting display device simulates a decorated, lighted tree, when illuminated. A plurality, preferably 15 elongated support members are attached at each end to a central shaft. The upper end is hingedly attached to a stationary collar while the lower end is attached to a collar which is axially moveable along the shaft. A hinge is formed in each of the support members at a point spaced away from the ends of the support members. Each of the support members has a generally C-shaped configuration with an open side facing the shaft and a plurality of spaced openings through a surface of each of the support members faces away from the shaft. Each of the openings is adapted to receive a light bulb from a string of lights, and the channel is adapted to receive a plurality of light sockets supporting the lights.

Abstract: Decorative pop-up figures are removably attached to a place mat for persons to entertain them and to provide amusement. The place mat comprises two horizontal sheets which form a horizontal base for the place mat. There is a slot or multiplicity of slots in the top sheet. The pop-up figures have horizontal members which in turn fit into the slot openings and can be attached in place such that when the place mat is folded, the pop-up figures are concealed and stored within the place mat. Then when the place mat is ready for use, the place mat is unfolded such that the pop-up figures erect relative to the horizontal base to provide the decorative artwork design characters for display.

Abstract: A skeletal structure is formed of at least 4 and usually 6-12 curved members, each pivotally connected together at their upper and at their lower ends so as to have a generally spherical shape resembling a pumpkin. The skeletal structure is collapsible so that the curved members are parallel to each other for packaging or storage. A string of miniature electrical lamps can be attached removably to the curved members for providing a decorative appearance to the skeletal structure.

Abstract: A lighted display features a decorative mounting board having an outer display surface and a rear surface. A string of lights has a plurality of bulb sockets which mount bulbs in their openings and are interconnected by electrical wiring. The bulb lighting portions each have a diameter smaller than the diameter of a socket. A plurality of apertures are arranged in a predetermined decorative pattern on the board. Each aperture is sized to enable insertion of a bulb lighting portion, but presents a barrier preventing reception of a socket. The perimeter of surrounding board material provides a resilient edge which grips the bulb lighting portions. The string of lights is mounted to the board by inserting the bulb lighting portions into said apertures from the rear surface until the sockets engage the aperture perimeters.

Abstract: An expansible ornament assembly comprising an expansible form having an open position and a closed position and constructed of a lightweight material such as tissue paper. The form has cavities formed therein and includes two ends wherein each of the two ends is attached to at least one base. The assembly includes means for attaching each base at each end thereof to a flat planar surface. When in the open position, the expansible ornament assembly is adapted to display a three dimensional object or another simulative representation such as a letter, phrase, or the like. The ornament assembly may be used in combination with a gift wrapping sheet which coordinates in some respect with the displayed three dimensional object.

Abstract: A foldable decoration includes a decorative body, a plurality of sector members having a first side, a straight side and an arc between the first and second sides, each of the sector members being formed with a radial slot and a hole at both ends of the arc, the sector members being assembled so that the first side of one of the sector members is laid upon on the second side of an adjacent one of the sector members and pivotatally connected thereto, and a pin extending through the radial slot of the sector members.

Abstract: A decorative, action oriented ornament/display system is attained by providing an attention-attracting member which cooperates with a support platform or plate which is removably mounted to any limb or branch of a tree. By employing this construction, an ornament display system is realized which is quickly and easily mounted to a tree, whenever desired, or removed therefrom for display on any other surface. In the preferred embodiment, the ornament/display member incorporates interlock means formed on the support plate for removably affixing the ornament/display member to the support plate whenever desired. Furthermore, the ornament/display member also preferably incorporates a stowable hook or ring member cooperatively associated with the upper portion of the ornament/display member for enabling the ornament/display member to be affixed to a supporting branch or limb independently of the platform.

Abstract: The invention provides an ornamental film comprising a laminate structure consisting of two biaxially oriented films and a thermally fusible polyolefin layer interposed between the films, characterized in that the biaxially oriented film has a decorative layer either on a face side or on a reverse side, that the thermally fusible polyolefin layer has a thickness corresponding to 25.about.70% of the total thickness of the laminate structure, and that the bond strength between the biaxially oriented film and thermally fusible polyolefin layer has been controlled at 20.about.170 g/15 mm. This ornamental film is advantageous in that when formed with slits or cutouts and expanded three-dimensionally, it is protected against tear propagation, that it lends itself well to vapor deposition, that it can be incinerated for disposal, and that it is comparatively inexpensive.

Abstract: A collapsible cone structure includes a base, an upright support and a spiral coil. The coil is shiftable between a supported, cone-shaped extended configuration and a flattened configuration which may be easily stored or transported. Preferably the structure includes a detachable theme head including a support, a plurality of coil segments and a vertically adjustable coupling pin. Other preferred forms include detachable wings.In particularly preferred forms, the cone structure includes a base, a spiral coil, and a fastener. The coil is shiftable between a cone-shaped resting configuration and a flattened extended configuration which may be latched in place.

Abstract: A foldable construction incorporates both structural and ornamental qualities into a single form. The construction is made of a single, die-cut, nearly rectangular, blank of flat foldable material which is pre-creased with a unique configuration of fold lines. The completed structure is characterized by a convex dome shape on at least the top side. When folded to create a pair of opposing dome shapes, construction may take the form of a very solid, somewhat spherical, sculpture shape. Each dome is radially sectioned in an equal pattern around the axis of the dome and each section of the dome includes a recess portion which interrupts the outer skin and forms a structural rib. An internal support block may be used between the sets of structural ribs of the opposing domes to provide additional axial support.

Abstract: The invention relates to the creation of three dimensional objects from elements or blanks produced by inscribing inwardly and outwardly extending circles about a plurality of polygons, such as isoceles triangles, rectangles, or trapezoids of four, six or other even numbered sides through each point where the sides of the polygons intersect. To provide the appropriate arc lengths, the inscribed circles have the same diameter as the length of the side of the polygon where the arcs are to be inscribed. The element is bent or folded along each arc to form the three dimensional object. Multiple elements can be joined to form complex elements by superimposing individual elements upon a portion of adjacent elements. The objects thus formed can be held together by forces generated by the folded arcs, although an adhesive may optionally be used. The elements three dimensional objects, and methods of making same also form part of this invention.

Abstract: A collapsible cone structure includes a base, an upright support and a spiral coil. The coil is shiftable between a supported, cone-shaped extended configuration and a flattened configuration which may be easily stored or transported. Preferably the structure includes a detachable theme head including a support, a plurality of coil segments and a vertically adjustable coupling pin. Other preferred forms include detachable wings.In particularly preferred forms, the cone structure includes a base, a spiral coil, and a fastener. The coil is shiftable between a cone-shaped resting configuration and a flattened extended configuration which may be latched in place.

Abstract: A gift wrap material for wrapping boxes, packages and the like, including a sheet of material having scored lines, a tray-like member disposed against an underside portion of the sheet, the tray-like member having at least first and second recesses therein with the first recess being disposed under the scored lines. At least one balloon, preferably four ballons with one ballon being larger than the other three balloons, is disposed in the first recess in a deflated condition, a compressed air or helium tank for inflating the balloon or balloons is disposed in the second recess, and a valve member for releasing the compressed air or helium from the tank is also disposed in the second recess so that the tank can be released to inflate the balloon or balloons.

Abstract: A decorative container is disclosed having a transparent shell-like housing with an attached balloon which can be removably placed as a cover over an article. The balloon can be inflated by any of three methods including two negative pressure techniques and a positive pressure technique. In one of the negative pressure techniques, a space surrounding the balloon is evacuated while ambient air enters to expand the balloon. When the balloon is inflated, the housing is placed into the open throat of the balloon to seal the balloon. In the second negative pressure and the positive pressure techniques, the shell-like housing has a sealable air passage through which air can flow to inflate the balloon. The balloon can be inflated by evacuating a space around the balloon allowing ambient air to enter the balloon through the air passage in the housing. The air passage is then closed to seal the balloon.

Abstract: A novel flexible magnetic disc is provided comprising a protective layer on the periphery of a central hole, wherein the protective layer comprises of two layers, the lower one of the two layers being a composition mainly composed of a printing ink and the upper one being a composition mainly composed of a resin obtained by irradiating a radiation-polymerizable compound with radiation so that it cures.

Abstract: An expandable balloon wrapped media display system including: a transparent balloon (30); an accordion pleated sheet (11, 11a, 11b) having formed thereon a message, picture, graphic display, graphic design, or combination thereof; a first attachment member (15) fixedly secured to a first edge (21) of the sheet (11, 11a); the sheet (11, 11a, 11b) being folded up on itself at its midpoint (28) so as to present the left and right halves (26L, 26R) of a second edge (26) thereof in generally face-to-face relation; a second attachment member (22) having a tubular portion (24) and an axially extending flange (25) fixedly secured to a second edge (26) of the sheet (11, 11b); the folded accordion pleated sheet (11, 11a, 11b) being inserted into a balloon (30) with the first attachment member (15) engaging the polar extremity (34) of the balloon (30) most remote from the balloon's inflation aperture (31) and the second attachment member (22) having its tubular portion (24) disposed within the constricted neck portion (

Abstract: An expandable balloon wrapped media display system including: a transparent balloon; an accordion pleated paper-like sheet having formed thereon a message, picture, graphic display, graphic design, or combination thereof; a first attachment member fixedly secured to a first edge of the sheet; the sheet being folded up on itself at its midpoint so as to present the left and right halves of a second edge thereof in generally face-to-face relation; a second attachment member having a tubular portion and an axially extending flange fixedly secured to a second edge of the sheet; the folded accordion pleated sheet being inserted into a balloon with the first attachment member engaging the polar extremity of the balloon most remote from the balloon's inflation aperture and the second attachment member having its tubular portion disposed within the constricted neck portion of the balloon; first attachment means securing the first polar extremity of the balloon to the first attachment member; and, second attachment me

Abstract: Balloon decorative devices (10,26) consisting of a light-weight plate-like support element (14), a plurality of flexible ribbon-like streamers (15a-15f) fixedly secured at spaced peripheral points about the support element (14) by means of adhesive and/or staples (21), a light-weight stiffener (22) fixedly secured to the free outboard ends of each of the streamers (15e-15f) by means of adhesive and/or staples (21), a plurality of helium-inflated balloons (12a-12f) separably attached to the stiffeners (22) on the free ends of respective different ones of the streamers (15a-15f) so as to form a hanging basket (26) for one or more stuffed animals (28) or similar novelty items, and a central helium-inflated balloon (11) separably attachable to the support element (14) at about the midpoint thereof so as to convert the hanging basket (26) to a balloon simulation of a chandelier (10).

Abstract: A semiconductor wafer holding and support fixture having a low effective thermal mass comprises a planar surface having a recess for a wafer and consisting essentially of chemical vapor deposited silicon carbide. The wafer holder is specifically designed to isolate the wafer from regions of significant thermal mass of the holder. The wafer holder is particularly adapted for accomplishing chemical reactions in rapid thermal processing equipment in the fabrication of electronic integrated circuits. The method for making such an article comprises shaping a substrate, e.g. graphite, to provide a planar surface having a recess installing means for masking any regions of the substrate where silicon carbide is not desired, chemically vapor depositing a conformal outer coating of silicon carbide onto the substrate, removing the means for masking and removing the graphite by machining, drilling, grit-blasting, dissolving and/or burning.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree adapted to hang from a support structure such as a hook attached to the ceiling of a room or a center post during the Christmas season and to be quickly and easily collapsed and placed in a box, while still decorated with ornamentations such as colored balls, electrical lights and garland, for storage purposes, during the non-Christmas seasons. The collapsible artificial tree comprises a plurality of circular, concentric, limb sections connected together through flexible suspension means, each limb section being assembled in spaced-apart relationship and being of different external diameters. When assembled concentrically through use of the flexible suspension means, the limb sections gradually increase in diameter along an axis common to all of the limb sections with the limb section having the largest diameter being at the bottom of the tree and the limb section having the smallest diameter being near the top of the tree when the tree is suspended in its display position.

Abstract: A decorative wall hanging that compresses to a compacted storage position and expands to a flat hanging position having inwardly and outwardly facing surfaces, an artistic design on the outwardly facing surface, ornament positioning holes within the outline of the artistic design which pass between the inwardly and outwardly facing surfaces, and a guide on the inwardly facing surface for using the ornament positioning holes in sequence, the holes being of such size and shape to restrainably hold ornaments.

Abstract: Christmas tree ornaments for attachment to a conventional natural or artificial Christmas tree include representations of a pair of human hands and a human head. Each of the ornaments are formed from a translucent plastic material and have an internal electric light. An elongated telescopically adjustable strut is secured to each of the ornaments and has a plurality of spaced spring biased clamps. The clamps are utilized to secure the ornaments to a tree. Power cords from the electric lights within each ornament extend through the associated strut. The ornaments include representations of a human head and hands to enable decoration of a tree to simulate various famous individuals and fictional characters.

Abstract: The invention relates to a collapsible decorative assembly and method for making the same, wherein a plurality of foldable elements are positioned adjacent one another such that they may be collapsed and opened in conjuction with one another. The elements have ornamental shaped portions and are folded so as to form inwardly folded regions which enable the elements to be positioned in an interconnected manner. Exterior surfaces formed in the elements by the folding are secured to one another in a predetermined manner to provide collapsible assembly which is opened for use as a decorative bow or the like.

Abstract: A folded record medium for two to four different, segmentally arranged information portions is configured so that the interrelated segments of the information portions are easily accessible in a meaningful arrangement. According to the invention, this is achieved by the fact that the record medium comprises square sheets, which are joined together along a first fold line, and the connected pairs of sheets are joined together, stairway fashion in the unfolded state, along a second fold line, perpendicular to the first fold line and having the length of one side of a sheet.

Abstract: A pop-up artificial Christmas tree has an elongated trunk which is held vertical by a stand. A plurality of stationary sleeves are affixed to the trunk and a guide sleeve is disposed on the trunk to slide proximate to and remote from an adjacent stationary sleeve. Pivotally connected to depend from each sleeve are a plurality of limbs that bear integrally attached branches. When the guide sleeve is pushed into proximity with the lowermost stationary sleeve, the limbs of the stationary sleeves and the guide sleeves pivot to substantially horizontal orientations. The guide sleeve is held into proximity with the lowermost stationary sleeve by a pin extending through the trunk, and an extension with branches of decreasing length from bottom to top may be attached to extend from the top of the trunk to effect a conical configuration of a natural tree.

Abstract: A pompon with pull strings extending in opposite directions therefrom so that when alternately pulled in the directions of the strings, it is either pulled out of, and into, a hollow tubular handle and, in this manner, provided with a display or storage modes.

Abstract: An artificial tree assembly, and a tree constructed therefrom, are provided. The assembly comprises a collapsible three-piece pole; a base member formed by the bottom of a box for storing the tree assembly and including a pole support member secured thereto for supporting the pole; and a plurality of limb sections and interconnecting garlands. The limb-sections each comprise a central ring portion and a plurality of limb members extending radially outwardly from the central ring portions. The ring portions of the limb sections are stacked, when not in use, on the pole support member and are disposed, in use, along the length of pole in spaced relationship therealong. The garlands interconnect the limb portions so that as the ring portions are lifted, from the top, from the stacked positions thereof on the pole support member and slid along the pole, the garlands between adjacent limb section are tensioned, in turn, and thus serve to lift the next adjacent limb section until the tree is fully erected.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree is constructed in a manner to be transformable between a compact storage state and an erected state. The tree has an elongated trunk and a series of branch assemblies spaced upon its trunk. An upper collar is slidably disposed upon the trunk in association with each branch assembly. When the upper collar is moved downwardly, lever arms pivotably attached to the collar causes branch elements to move away from the trunk and assume a tree-like upwardly angled disposition.

Abstract: A novel foldable and essentially self-opening, light weight, multi-panel ice which preferably is primarily useful as a collapsible, expendable or retrievable and reusable reflector type military decoy target, capable of reflecting microwaves, millimeter waves and light waves. Its ability to be folded relatively flat minimizes storage space requirements, thus allowing for many more units to be carried by troops in the field. With a spring-loaded "pop-open" character and capability of being constructed in several different forms or shapes, it has a unique essentially self-opening, self-orienting ability which facilitates a quick, easy and nearly automatic deployment. Functioning as a corner type reflector decoy, it reflects much more of the source-generated energy waves back to the source than would a normal size non-reflective article, irrespective of its deployed orientation relative to the source thereby deceiving the enemy into thinking that there is a large object such as a tank in that area.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved collapsible plastic tree and in particular to one comprising a plastic trunk having a plurality of holes, a plurality of collars disposed on the plastic trunk, a plurality of ribs movably mounted on the collars, and a plurality of plastic branches each firmly joined to one of the ribs. The plastic branches will lay open with respect to the plastic trunk when the plastic trunk is vertically disposed and the plastic branches will be folded up on the plastic trunk when the plastic trunk is disposed upside down.

Abstract: A construction kit for forming a variety of curvilinear faced polyhedrons all surfaces of which are arcuate and clusters of such polyhedrons from one or more of a variety of planar foldable polygonal components derived from arcuate lobed equilateral triangles, squares, rhombuses, pentagons and hexagons.

Abstract: An automatically expanding pop-up decoration for use in gift-wrapping a package is capable of assuming a compact folded orientation suitable for storage in a limited area, yet expands automatically upon application to a package so as to create a substantially upstanding portion. The decoration comprises an ornament having a pair of opposed end members and an expansible structure pivotally joining the end members together. It further comprises an elastic cord operatively engaging the opposed ornament end members so that application of the cord about a package so as to tension the cord automatically causes the ornament end members to pivot into a substantially edge-to-edge relationship with the expansible structure standing substantially upright from the package.

Abstract: An automatically expanding pop-up decoration for use in gift-wrapping a package is capable of assuming a compact folded orientation suitable for storage in a limited area, yet expands automatically upon application to a package so as to create a substantially upstanding portion. The decoration comprises an ornament having a pair of opposed end members and an expansible structure pivotally joining the end members together. It further comprises an elastic cord having the opposite ends thereof secured to the opposed ornament end members so that application of the cord about a package so as to tension the cord ends automatically causes the ornament end members to pivot into a substantially edge-to-edge relationship with the expansible structure standing substantially upright from the package.

Abstract: A collapsible, artificial Christmas tree which folds away into a relatively thin box which serves as a stand for the tree when erected, the tree including a generally spiral coil of steel wire which is axially stretched between opposite ends of an assembled pole so to form a conical structure resembling a tree, the wire being coated with artificial pine covering and carrying Christmas tree electric lamps.

Abstract: A device for mitigating the splashing of droplets of molten metal during the pouring of same into a mould comprises a strip or strips of material which form a system of polygonal cells. The device is for vertical location with the strips edgewise in the base of a mould and fulfills the function of either a splash-guard when casting direct or a float when bottom-casting.

Abstract: A telescoping artificial tree having a display stand and a centrally located base portion within the display stand and extending therefrom a support tube or rod surrounded by a plurality of tubing cylinders each having a support collar, with the cylinders located sequentially, concentrically and axially in a spaced relation to one another such that the diameter of each cylinder decreases inwardly toward the support tube or rod, with the support collar having a hinge slot and locking notch adapted to receive a hinge base with a locking tab respectively where the hinge base is adapted to receive a hinge extension to form a hinge assembly such that the limbs of the tree extend from the hinge extension when located therein.

Abstract: A simulated extendable and collapsible evergreen tree including a flat support sheet having a cut formed therethrough starting at a point removed from the center of the support sheet and proceeding inwardly of the sheet in a circular formation in an ever decreasing diameter to form a spiral connected to the support sheet with a central formation having a socket. The flat support is mounted on a base member which has a socket mounted centrally thereof. A rod is engaged at one end in the socket of the central formation and at the other end in the socket on the base member thereby supporting the spiral in extended condition.

Abstract: An artificial christmas tree apparatus includes a plurality of movable branches which are closeable and openable through the relative motion of an inner and outer tube arrangement which forms the trunk mechanism of the tree. Each branch includes a decorated leafy end and an oppositely located base end which is received in the trunk mechanism. The trunk mechanism comprises an outer tube having a first and a second aperture therein and an inner tube located within said outer tube. The inner tube includes a third and fourth aperture therein. The second aperture is larger than the first aperture and the third aperture is larger than the fourth aperture. The base end of each branch passes through said second, fourth, third and first apertures respectively and is anchored by a crimp located at one end of the branch. Relative motion of the inner and outer tubes causes the branches to move from a closed to an open position and vice versa.

Abstract: Artificial Christmas tree comprises a vertically extending trunk member and a plurality of branches having looped rear ends. Tree also includes a plurality of branch holders each including a central tubular member; a plurality of connecting arms integral with said tubular members, each having a pair of spaced apart substantially parallel guides extending outward from the central tubular member, each guide having an aperture therein disposed such that the apertures in each guide pair are registered; and a supporting member extending outward from the central tubular member beneath the guide pair and beyond the apertures. A plurality of securing means extendable through one pair of registered apertures and the looped rear end of a branch disposed therebetween pivotally secure the branches to the connecting arms.

Abstract: A collapsible artificial Christmas tree having a telescopic mast mounted on a base, garland extending between the base and the top of the mast to form a generally conically-shaped configuration when in the erected position, the base being foldable to form a carrying case for storing the mast and associated garland when in the collapsed position.

Abstract: An artificial tree includes a vertical trunk and a number of elongated limb assemblies mounted about the circumference of the trunk so that the limb assemblies extend downwardly along and outwardly from the trunk to define a truncated cone. A frusto conical member is mounted within the truncated cone defined by the branch assembly to provide a background for the branch assemblies and to create the appearance of a thicker, fuller artificial tree.

Abstract: Artificial Christmas tree, including a trunk with a plurality of transversely extending axially spaced holes. A pivotal mounting member, preferably U-shaped, is press fitted into each hole with a front end portion of each extending outwardly from the trunk. A branch is pivoted on each member by means of a securing element extending between the legs of the U-shaped front end portion, about each extends an arcuately formed end portion of the branch.

Abstract: A greeting card which includes an ornament that can be folded into a three-dimensional bird cage, with small paper board birds that protrude partly from the sides, and which card can include a separate panel for containing a greeting that may be separated from the other panels in which the bird cage is contained as a punch out ornament. The combination provides an attractive three-dimensional ornament that can be used for hanging in appropriate places, as well as a remembrance type card.