Fabric Decorating Kit with Washable Coloring
A fabric decorating kit with washable coloring. The kit comprises a fabric piece, such as an article of apparel, and/or a plurality of washable markers, paints, and crayons, for decorating and creating artwork on the fabric piece. The fabric piece may be washed repeatedly and re-decorated.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/052,096, filed May 9, 2008, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. Field of the Invention
This invention relates to the field of fabric decoration in general and to a fabric decorating kit with washable coloring, in particular.
2. Prior Art
The idea of decorating and creating artwork on fabric is well known in the art and is the basis of many children's projects at schools, homes, camps, picnics, parties, etc. In such projects, paint, markers, and colors are typically utilized to decorate an article of apparel, such as a t-shirt. Other similar projects involve the use of pre-printed or pre-selected artwork, such as pictures, slogans, or signs, which can be transferred onto the fabric through heat and pressure. However, several problems exist with such prior art methods. First, such decorating methods are permanent, thus once the artwork has been applied to the fabric, it cannot be modified or changed. Second, such permanent decorating methods are also not practical or economical, requiring the use/purchase of a plurality of fabric pieces for every new artwork to be applied. Third, as mentioned above, much of the heat/pressure transferable artwork is pre-determined, as opposed to being personalized and creative. Finally, once the artwork application has been completed, it is often cumbersome and time-consuming to collect, organize, and store the various artwork paraphernalia in their respective locations. Accordingly, an improvement over what is available in the prior art is desired.
For these reasons, an improved fabric decorating kit meeting the following objectives would be highly desirable.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTIONIt is an object of the invention to provide an improved fabric decorating kit comprising washable coloring.
It is another object of the invention to provide an improved fabric decorating kit that allows for repeated washing and re-decoration of the fabric.
It is another object of the invention to provide an improved fabric decorating kit that is practical.
It is another object of the invention to provide an improved fabric decorating kit that is economical.
Yet another object of the invention is to provide an improved fabric decorating kit that allows for a personalized and creative approach to creating wearable art.
It is another object of the invention to provide an improved fabric decorating kit that allows for a quick and easy organization and storage of the artwork paraphernalia.
It is another object of the invention to provide an improved fabric decorating kit that is compact, portable, and reusable.
These and other objects of the invention shall become apparent from the ensuing figures and descriptions of the invention.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONAn improved fabric decorating kit with washable coloring is disclosed. The preferred embodiment generally comprises a fabric piece and washable colors for decorating the fabric piece. In a further preferred embodiment, the kit comprises a storage pouch in the form of a user wearable knapsack including compartments for storing the fabric piece, the washable colors, and various artwork paraphernalia.
An improved fabric decorating kit 1 is disclosed. Without any intent to limit the scope of this invention, reference is made to the Figures in describing the preferred embodiments of the invention.
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In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, knapsack 1 comprises one or more external storage compartments 9, to store washable colors 12 such as crayons 12a, markers 12b, paints 12c, and the like. See
As discussed above, kit 1 comprises a fabric piece 10 to be decorated. Fabric piece 10 in turn may encompass a wide variety of both apparel and non-apparel items. Non-limiting examples include t-shirts, caps, tote-bags, banners, handkerchiefs, sweatshirts, ties, etc. See
As also discussed above, kit 1 further comprises washable colors 12, such as crayons 12a, markers 12b, paints 12c, colored pens, colored pencils etc. and the like. As used herein, the term “washable colors” refers to water soluble colorants, such as dyes, contained in aqueous solutions, as well as to water insoluble colorants, such as pigments, contained in aqueous dispersions. In short, any aqueous based coloring agent, which once applied, will re-dissolve or re-disperse when re-exposed to water will be suitable for use in the present invention. There exist a variety of commercially-available washable colors 12 in the market, such colors being non-toxic and formulated to easily wash from skin and clothing. Some preferred examples include: Crayola® Doodling Fine Line Washable Markers, Crayola® Washable Super Tips, Crayola® Squeezable Washable Bold 3-D Paint, Crayola® Washable Finger Paint, and Crayola® Washable Crayons; School Smart® Washable Finger Paint Set; School Smart®Washable Markers; Elmer's® 3D Washable Paint Pens; and Mr. Sketch® Fiddle Sticks Washable Unscented Markers. The above listed examples are meant to be illustrative only, it being understood that other commercially available washable colors 12 would also be acceptable for use in kit 1.
In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, kit 1 comprises a backing material 22, to be inserted under fabric piece 10, to thereby provide a smooth and stable surface for decorating. Backing material 22 may be constructed of cardboard, wax paper, or any other suitable material. Backing material 22 is especially useful if fabric piece 10 comprises a t-shirt 10. In such a scenario, backing material 22 can be inserted within t-shirt 10 to provide a stable and smooth surface for marling, as well as to ensure that the coloring does not absorb through to the other side of shirt 10.
A discussion of the application of kit 1 will now be presented. As a starting point of reference, a preferred embodiment of kit 1 will be assembled, and will include fabric piece 10, washable colors 12, and artwork paraphernalia 13. As an example, kit 1 may include a t-shirt 10, backing material 22, washable markers 12b, stencils 13a, and stamps 13b, in respective external storage compartments 9. See
In summary, the invention provides an improved fabric decorating kit 1 that allows for repeated washing and re-decoration of the fabric piece 10. Kit 1 of the present invention is simple in construction, practical and economical in use, and allows for a quick and easy organization, storage, and transport of its components. While the invention has been described in terms of its preferred embodiment, other embodiments will be apparent to those of skill in the art from a review of the foregoing. Those embodiments as well as the preferred embodiments are intended to be encompassed by the scope and spirit of the following claims.
Claims
1. A fabric decorating kit comprising:
- a. a fabric piece;
- b. colors for decorating the fabric piece, wherein the colors are configured to be washable from the fabric piece.
2. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 1, further comprising a storage pouch including a compartment for storing the fabric piece and the washable colors.
3. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 2, wherein the storage pouch comprises a knapsack configured to be worn or held by a user.
4. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 1, wherein the kit further comprises a backing material configured to be placed under the fabric piece during decoration.
5. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 1, wherein the fabric piece comprises an article of apparel.
6. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 5, wherein the article of apparel comprises a t-shirt.
7. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 1, wherein the washable colors comprise washable markers.
8. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 1, wherein the washable colors comprise washable crayons.
9. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 1, wherein the washable colors comprise washable paints.
10. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 1, wherein the kit further comprises artwork paraphernalia.
11. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 10, wherein the artwork paraphernalia comprises stencils.
12. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 10, wherein the artwork paraphernalia comprises a stamp.
13. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 10, wherein the artwork paraphernalia comprises a sponge.
14. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 10, wherein the artwork paraphernalia comprises a brush.
15. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 1, wherein the fabric piece consists essentially of synthetic fiber.
16. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 15, wherein the fabric piece consists essentially of polyester.
17. The fabric decorating kit according to claim 15, wherein the fabric piece consists essentially of rayon.
Type: Application
Filed: May 4, 2009
Publication Date: Nov 12, 2009
Inventor: Joan P. Normand (Baton Rouge, LA)
Application Number: 12/435,154
International Classification: A63H 33/00 (20060101);