Patents by Inventor MAUREEN YARBOROUGH

MAUREEN YARBOROUGH has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11847941
    Abstract: A sign with the front comprising one or more image and/or text cut-outs. The cut-outs may be used in combination with non-cutout images or text, which are can be printed or otherwise fixed to the front. A sleeve or holder is disposed on the back of the sign to receive and secure one or more inserts. Inserts may then be inserted and removed through the top opening. Images, colors, or patterns on the side of the insert facing the front of the sign can be seen through the cut-outs by a viewer of the sign, and appear to fill the respective portions of the cut-outs. Inserts may be changed out periodically to change the appearance of the sign without changing the cut-out images and/or text. Inserts may be changed out daily, seasonally, for holidays, and for special events or other reasons.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2023
    Inventor: Maureen Yarborough
  • Publication number: 20100258332
    Abstract: A system for interchangeable covers for light switches, power outlets, and other forms of electrical outlets or plugs. The present invention comprises a cover that fits over a standard light switch plate or similar electrical switch or outlet plate. The cover is removably attached to the light switch plate by means of one or more magnets, Velcro strips, adhesive strips, double-side tape, or similar attachment devices. A plurality of covers may be easily and quickly placed on and removed from the plate (or a plurality of plates), to suit the desires of the user. The covers can be of any design, including variations in color, shape, outline, and the like. The cover may be of any suitable configuration to match existing light fixtures, including single switch, double switch, switch plus dimmer slide, switch plus power outlet, and so on. Covers may be provided for power outlet plates, telephone jack plates, cable plug plates, combinations thereof, or similar plates used in households and businesses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2010
    Publication date: October 14, 2010
    Inventor: MAUREEN YARBOROUGH