Abstract: A form fitting travel pillow having a unique shape that provides positional stability in relation to the wearer's shoulders, and further allows for comfortable use of headphones, is disclosed. The travel pillow is formed with upper and lower concave sections such that the lower concave section fits over and conforms to the wearer's shoulders, while the upper concave section is formed such that the wearer can comfortably wear headphones. In one preferred embodiment, the travel pillow may also include a front snap or latching element to assist in maintaining a proper position of the pillow. The travel pillow may be manufactured from memory foam, and may also include a removable cover that can be readily washed or cleaned. In one embodiment, the travel pillow may also include an attached pocket or bag into which the travel pillow may be easily stowed.

Abstract: A novelty pillow is disclosed, having a compact size and a U-shape for cradling the head and neck of a (child) user while sitting in repose in a high backed chair or seat. The novelty pillow comprises a casing stuffed with a fill material, and has an optional opening in the casing allowing the user to add or remove fill material in order to adjust the firmness of the pillow. The pillow's casing is constructed of two similarly sized fabric members. When filled, the novelty pillow has a substantially uniform cross section through most of the pillow's U-shape. The end of one leg of the U-shaped body has a “critter head” affixed to it. A “critter head” is a stylized plush construct evoking the head of an animal or “critter.” Optionally, the end ofthe other leg can have features evoking an appendage of the “critter.