Abstract: A game board device can be customizable with displayable objects. An exemplary game board device can comprise a game board panel, a playing area, and a carrying system. The game board panel can be a base for the game board device and can comprise at least one window. The playing area can be a top surface of the game board panel, and can comprise a game board design integrating the window. Game play of a board game can occur in the playing area, and the game board design can correspond to a board for a board game. The carrying system can be attachable to the game board panel. The carrying system can comprise at least one carrying device configured to position a displayable object viewable through the window.

Abstract: An adjustable measuring device for measuring contents, such as liquids and granulated solids, having a usable volume for measuring. The adjustable measuring device includes a housing, a platform having a lower position and an upper position, and an adjusting system for moving the platform between the lower position and the upper position. When the platform is in the lower position, the usable volume is maximized. When the platform is in the upper position, the usable volume is minimized. The adjusting system comprises a restraint system adapted to maintain the platform between the lower position and the upper position. Also, the adjusting system comprises a discrete locking system adapted to temporarily lock the platform into a plurality of predetermined positions, which represent discrete usable volumes. By applying a first adjusting force, the platform moves toward the upper position. By applying a second adjusting force, the platform moves toward the lower position.

Abstract: A handle for kitchen tools made of an injection molded rigid material over molded with a soft outer layer. The handle includes an elongated body member, an inlay member, an insertion member, and a bolster. Each of the parts is connected to the elongated body member to form the assembled handle. The inlay member is attached to an upper face of the elongated body member. The insertion member is engagingly received within a receiving end of the elongated body member. The bolster covers the insertion member and receiving end of the elongated body member.

Abstract: A napkin holding and dispensing device generally intended to be used for neatly holding variable quantities of napkins in a relatively upright position. The napkin holder includes one or more portions, each portion is comprised of an angled inner surfaced on which the napkins lean, and angled lower surface on which the napkins rest, and may include an outer surface to hold the napkins in place. The napkins are held in an ascending fashion to facilitate removal of a single napkin.

Abstract: The present invention describes methods and apparatus to efficiently and effectively provide for the convenient and simultaneous display of multiple digital images. An exemplary embodiment of the present invention provides a digital collage display system having a housing. A first electronic display device is provided in communication with the housing, and a second electronic display device is provided in communication with the housing. Further, the digital collage display system includes a memory device in communication with the first electronic display device and the second electronic display device. The first electronic display device and the second electronic display device are enabled to display a plurality of digital images stored on the memory device.

Abstract: An adjustable garlic press that allows the user to choose among a variety of different grate assemblies with, for example, variable sized apertures/pattern of apertures. The apertures can be holes, or other forms, for example, in the form of dicers or slicers.

Abstract: The present invention describes methods and apparatus store materials in a refuse container or a storage container. An exemplary embodiment of the present invention provides a container enclosing system having an inner container enabled to store multiple materials. Furthermore, the container enclosing system has a first exterior panel and a second exterior panel, both in communication with the inner container. Additionally, the container enclosing system provides an access mechanism enabled to move the first exterior panel and the second exterior panel from a first closed position to a second open position located a predetermined distance from the center vertical axis of the inner container.

Abstract: A domed splatter screen with a fitted rim. The domed splatter screen is placed over a pan used for frying a food item. The splatter screen includes a handle, a body, and a rim. The body is constructed of metal mesh and is dome shaped. The mesh catches and prevents oil droplets from splattering onto the stovetop. The dome shape allows the splatter screen to cover a pan with a food item that extends above the pan wall. The rim encircles the edge of the body and is fitted to securely attach to the pan wall. The handle is attached to the body to enable the splatter to screen to be placed over and removed from the pan.

Abstract: A baking pan that includes a main support structure and a plurality of baking wells are disposed within the main support structure, wherein the plurality of baking wells combine to form a decorative shape. The baking pan is used to create decorative cakes.

Abstract: A spice grinding and dispensing device generally intended to be used for grinding one spice in a first portion and a second spice in the other portion. Each portion of the dual spice grinder includes a handle or trigger that activates an independent rasp mechanism. When the trigger is pressed, the rasp activated thereby moves down and forces ground spice through an opening. The pressure of the rasp against the inside of the bottom of the grinder breaks up the spice, and only spice that is properly sized can fit through the opening. Furthermore, the opening may be adjustable so that a user can create a coarse or finely ground spice.

Abstract: A specialized utensil including a functional tool disposed on one end of the utensil and a handle disposed on a second end of the utensil, wherein the handle comprises a graphical illustration of the function of the utensil and a item that the functional tool is designed to be used on.

Abstract: An enclosable crisper baker assembly for baking food items. The enclosable crisper baking assembly includes an upper baking sheet and a lower baking sheet each having a baking well adapted for receiving food items. The lower baking sheet includes a locking and attachment mechanism for temporarily locking and maintaining a connection between the upper baking sheet and the lower baking sheet. When the upper baking sheet is attached to the lower baking sheet a cavity is defined between the two baking sheets, such that the cavity is adapted to adequately maintain food items to be baked and browned properly.

Abstract: A pan with removable drop-in baking wells. A main support structure defines a plurality of apertures in which a plurality of baking wells of various shapes and sizes can be temporarily inserted during use. The main support structure includes a vertical side wall and support foot that engages a countertop, oven rack, or other surface. Accordingly, the bottoms of the baking wells do not come in contact with the countertop, oven rack, or other surface, because the baking wells are adequately supported by the main support structure.

Abstract: A dispensing device for dispensing the contents of a container. The dispensing device includes a dispensing gate having an open position and a closed position, a closing system for moving the dispensing gate from the opened position to the closed position, and a restraint system to limit the movement of the dispensing gate only between the open position and the closed position. The dispensing gate defines a plurality of apertures that substantially match the apertures defined by a cover, such that, in the open position, the plurality of apertures of the dispensing gate is aligned with the apertures of the cover, thereby allowing contents to be dispensed from the container. The closing system can be engaged when the dispensing gate is in the open position, thereby causing a bias to move the dispensing gate from the open position to the closed position.

Abstract: A dispenser for paper, plastic, foil and other goods that are supplied on rolls or tubes includes a rotation mechanism, such as a spindle, including a plurality of bows for engaging an inner surface of a roll. The spindle rotates about an end cap assembly. A mechanism provides resistance against spindle rotation about the end cap assembly. The end cap assembly is configured with an extending first shaft, aligned with an axis of rotation of the spindle, used to hang one end of the dispenser from a bracket. The dispenser further includes a spring loaded end cap including an extending second shaft, also aligned with an axis of rotation of the spindle, used to hang another end of the dispenser from the bracket. From the end cap assembly, a radially extending projection is provided. The projection includes a stop knob which functions to engage the bracket from the dispenser is hung and prevent the end cap assembly from rotating about the first and second shafts.

Abstract: A dispensing flip cap device for dispensing the contents of a container. The dispensing flip cap device includes a sifting and pouring insert having a closed position, a sifting position (a first open position), and a pouring position (a second open position); a dispensing sleeve adapted to receive the sifting and pouring insert; and a locking system for maintaining the sifting and pouring insert in the closed, sifting, and pouring positions. In the sifting and pouring positions, the contents can be dispensed from the inside to the outside of the container, but, in the closed position, the contents cannot be dispensed to the outside of the container. Further, the dispensing rate of the contents of the container is greater when the sifting and pouring insert is in the pouring position than when the sifting and pouring insert is in the sifting position.

Abstract: A rolling pin with an adjustable offset for flattening or rolling out dough at a consistent thickness. The adjustable offset rolling pin includes a rolling pin body; a removable offset system for maintaining the rolling pin body a predetermined distance above a surface; a locking system for temporarily maintaining the offset system adjacent the rolling pin body; and a triggering mechanism for disengaging the locking system during the addition or removal of the offset system. More specifically, the adjustable offset rolling pin includes a rolling pin body; a plurality of end caps partially received by the rolling pin body; a plurality of handles adapted for engagement with the end caps; a plurality of push-buttons partially received within the handles; a plurality of offset discs configured to engage the end caps; and an offset disc holder adapted to store the plurality of offset discs during non-use.

Abstract: An adjustable measuring device for measuring contents, such as liquids and granulated solids, having a usable volume for measuring. The adjustable measuring device includes a housing, a platform having a lower position and an upper position, and an adjusting system for moving the platform between the lower position and the upper position. When the platform is in the lower position, the usable volume is maximized. When the platform is in the upper position, the usable volume is minimized. The adjusting system comprises a restraint system adapted to maintain the platform between the lower position and the upper position. Also, the adjusting system comprises a discrete locking system adapted to temporarily lock the platform into a plurality of predetermined positions, which represent discrete usable volumes. By applying a first adjusting force, the platform moves toward the upper position. By applying a second adjusting force, the platform moves toward the lower position.