Abstract: The invention is a pop-up device adapted to allow for a number of triggering means and a number of special effects upon triggering of the device. The pop-up device may be placed in a hollow section of a cake, which is later iced over so that the candle holder is not visible. In the preferred embodiment, the base of the device supports the pop-up mechanism within a housing. The device is held in a compressed state by a release mechanism. Upon triggering of the release mechanism, the device is released and pushed through the cake or other confection, thereby providing surprise and entertainment. In alternative embodiments, the device is actuated by a drive mechanism or a fuse.

Abstract: A collapsible tube squeezer assists the process of dispensing the content of a collapsible tube, and holds the wound emptied portion of the tube. A tube squeezer is formed from a continuous strip of material, with a long slot where the sealed end of the tube can be inserted. As the tube squeezer is pushed toward the dispensing end of the tube, the material stored in the tube can be forced out of the dispensing end. At the same time, the emptied portion of the tube is left flat, so that it can be easily rolled to the tube squeezer position. Locking arms can then be pulled across the rolled tube. A locking mechanism at the ends of the locking arms is engaged to hold the rolled tube in place.