Abstract: A protective shoe carrier for protecting shoes packed into a travel bag or suitcase and a protective shoe carrier for home storage use. The cushioned shoe carrier is used to protect the shoes in a travel bag or in a suitcase. The cushioned shoe carrier is coupled to the shoe and is used to protect the surface of the shoe and to protect the surrounding items from being damaged by the sole of the shoe, when the shoe is placed on top of other items contained in the travel bag or suitcase. The shoe carrier is also used for home storage to protect the shoes from damage when not worn and provide easy access to packing shoes into a travel bag or suitcase.

Abstract: Provided is a fiberglass binder composition which comprises epoxidized oil and a multifunctional carboxylic acid or anhydride. The resultant binder provides minimal processing difficulties and a fiberglass product which exhibits minimal water absorption.