Patents by Inventor Yolanda Salen

Yolanda Salen 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: 8832977
    Abstract: The present invention describes a customizable license plate holder. The device comprises a conventional license plate holder with an opening on the top and bottom, which enables a personalized message bar to be attached. The message bar can display a favorite quote, name of a sports team or team logos, or advertisements that marketers have requested or paid drivers to display. The message bar is inserted into the open slot from the top, and is secured by an arch at the back of the holder. The present invention can provide users with a fun and convenient way to display messages on their car's license plate holder. The device can allow people to personalize their vehicles without having to adhere a permanent bumper sticker.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Inventor: Yolanda Salen
  • Publication number: 20120255226
    Abstract: A water catching basin for placement under plant holders that is designed to capture and hold water that may drain from a plant holder or spill over the edge of the plant holder during the watering process of the contained plant. The exterior of the water catching basin is decorative so when a user needs to bring an outdoor plant indoors, the plant can sit in an attractive water catching basin. The basin also protects furniture and flooring from water spillage that may occur. The device features a draining hole locatable at the center of its base for the purpose of draining water that has collected in the device. A drain plug prevents water from escaping the device until the user is ready to empty the device. A water absorbent material, such as sponge, can fill the interior base of the device to allow for better water collection and retention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Publication date: October 11, 2012
    Inventor: Yolanda Salen