Abstract: A pet bed having an upright column removably attachable at one end to the edge of a desk top, table top or other similar horizontal surface. The support column extends vertically upward from the desk top and supports a horizontal support member at an elevated position above the desk top. A cushion is attached to the support member and substantially covers an upper surface thereof, providing a comfortable resting place of an animal. The column is eccentrically attached to the support member and the support member is rotatable in a plane normal to the vertical axis of the column permitting the support member to be rotated above the desk top into a position where a maximum portion of the support member is positioned above the desk top and through various positions until a minimum portion of the support member is positioned above the desk top. The support member and attached cushion are removable from the column and can be used in a remote position as a self-supporting, free standing pet bed.

Abstract: A binding mechanism is provided for securing compact disc sleeves and other sheet material in a notebook binder or wallet and which preferably can be quickly and selectively opened and closed by utilizing a resilient strap locking mechanism.