JEWELRY STRAP WITH INTERCHANGEABLE SNAPS AND SNAP CHARM HOLDERS

Abstract

The present invention relates generally to a charm strap. More particularly, the invention encompasses a snap charm bolder and charm strap. The present invention is also directed to a novel method of interchangeably securing charms to an inventive charm strap. The present invention is also directed to a novel securing means for a charm strap having at least one interchangeable charm. The present invention is also directed to a novel jewelry strap with interchangeable snaps and snap charm holders.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to a charm strap. More particularly, the invention encompasses a snap charm holder and charm strap. The present invention is also directed to a novel method of interchangeably securing charms to an inventive charm strap. The present invention is also directed to a novel securing means for a charm strap having at least one interchangeable charm. The present invention is also directed to a novel jewelry strap with interchangeable snaps and snap charm holders.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Straps of various shapes and sizes have been known and used for many years for many purposes. The straps that are well known in the art can be simple or they can be ornate. These straps have been used to secure an item or as a piece of jewelry, such as, for example, a wrist, watch, or as an arm band, or a choker.

Various efforts have been done in the past to improve the basic design and utility of a strap. Similarly, efforts have been made to further the art of jewelry integration but they have had limited success.

U.S. Pat. No. 7,409,837 (Robert D. Smith), the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference, discloses an interchangeable jewelry insert having an extension formed of elastic material that can frictionally engage a surface of a receptacle for receiving the insert. The interchangeable jewelry insert may be detachably attached to any item that can be configured to have a receptacle for receiving the insert. The extension of the interchangeable jewelry insert is sized for convenience of handling and storage. The use of an elastically deformable extension extending, at two or more points having sufficient angular separation, from the periphery of the body of an insert allows for a secure fit within the receptacle, while maintaining a convenient connection system that can be manipulated by manual forces of a jewelry wearer.

U.S. Pat. No. 7,819,721 (Charlotte F. Messier), the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference, discloses a decorative accessory for adorning a wearer's person, such as the arch area of the foot, and can also be interchangeably secured to a variety of different articles of clothing, accessories, or areas of the wearer's body. The decorative accessory includes an elongate strap, adjustment devices for adjustable expansion and contraction, and attachment devices for securing the decorative accessory to a variety of locations. The decorative accessory also has a fastening mechanism for removably attaching a variety of different decorative components such as charms, rings, and other jewelry to the decorative accessory.

U.S. Pat. No. 7,891,117 (Barbie Jo Sack), the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference, discloses in a first embodiment a charm chain depending from two sandal adapted fasteners designed to be fastened on closed cell foam sandals either at pivots holding a strap onto the sandal or else at the periphery of the upper of the sandal. The fasteners may be elastic material in an annular shape such as a ring, a flower, or any other shape, with an aperture therethrough or similar designs. In embodiments, the fasteners may be clips adapted to hold between their jaws the thickness of closed cell foam typically found in such sandal uppers, this same thickness usually being present on the strap as well so that the invention clips may attach there as well if desired. In other embodiments, a single fastener is suspended at a single location and a charm in turn depends from the fastener, possibly including a clip.

U.S. Patent Publication No. 2007/0006614 (Christine Martz), the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference, discloses a fragrant decorative jewelry accessory includes an infusion of fragrantly volatile molecules into the accessory, and an adhesive on the underside of the accessory intended to removably attach the accessory. Fragrance may be infused on the accessory by soaking an absorbent material with the fragrantly volatile molecules, through a printing technique, through attaching encapsulated fragrance molecules onto the accessory or through the attachment of an fragrance layer onto the accessory. The fragrant decorative accessory can be removably attached to clothing, a bra strap, a choker or a hair accessory.

U.S. Patent Publication No. 201010058619 (Stacy Ferrante, et al.), the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference, discloses an invention which comprises a sandal that includes a base and at least one strap connected to the base. The strap includes at least one chamber that is at least translucent and that is preferably transparent. A fluid is located in the chamber, and a plurality of charms is suspended in the fluid located in the chamber. The sandal may be constructed as a thong-type sandal and many different types of charms may be placed in the chamber. The fluid may optionally be colored and may optionally have glitter or simulated snow suspended therein. A removably attachable charm may optionally be attached to the strap.

This invention improves on the deficiencies of the prior art and provides an inventive jewelry strap with interchangeable snaps and snap charm holders.

PURPOSES AND SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The invention is a charm strap with interchangeable charms.

Therefore, one purpose of this invention is to provide a cost effective, and durable, charm strap with interchangeable charms.

Another purpose of this invention is to provide a charm strap with interchangeable charms where the charm strap can be extended by snapably linking one end of a first charm strap to an end of a second charm strap.

Yet another purpose of this invention is to provide a novel jewelry strap with interchangeable snaps and snap charm holders.

Therefore, in one aspect this invention comprises a jewelry strap with snapable charm, comprising:

(a) a charm strap, having a first end and a second end, and a first surface and a second surface;

(b) at least one first snapable engaging means secured to at least a first surface of said charm strap; and

(c) at least one first snap charm holder snapably secured to said charm strap via said at least one first snapable engaging means, and thereby forming said jewelry strap with snapable charm.

in another aspect this invention comprises a jewelry strap with snapable charm, comprising:

(a) a charm strap, having a first end and a second end, and a first surface and a second surface;

(b) at least one first snapable engaging means secured to at least a first surface of said charm strap;

(c) at least one adornment fixedly secured to said first surface of said charm strap;

(d) at least one non-skid material secured to said second surface of said charm strap; and

(e) at least one first snap charm holder snapably secured to said charm strap via said at least one first snapable engaging means, and thereby forming said jewelry strap with snapable charm.

In yet another aspect this invention comprises as combination jewelry strap and snapable charm, comprising:

(a) a charm strap, having a first end and a second end, and a first surface and a second surface;

(b) at least one first snapable engaging means secured to at least a first surface of said charm strap via at least one first securing means;

(c) at least one adornment fixedly secured to said first surface of said charm strap:

(d) at least one non-skid material secured to said second surface of said charm strap; and

(e) at least one first snap charm holder snapably secured to said charm strap via said at least one first snapable engaging means, and thereby forming said combination jewelry strap and snapable charm.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Although the scope of the present invention is much broader than any particular embodiment, a detailed description of the preferred embodiment follows together with drawings. These drawings are for illustration purposes only and are not drawn to scale. Like numbers represent like, features and components in the drawings. The invention may best be understood by reference to the ensuing detailed description in conjunction with the drawings in which:

FIG. 1, illustrates a front side view of a first embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 2, illustrates a back side view of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder according to an embodiment of this invention.

FIG. 3, illustrates a back side view of a second embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 4A, illustrates a front side view of a third embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 4B, illustrates a front side view of a fourth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 4C, illustrates a front side view of a fifth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 4D, illustrates a front side view of a sixth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 5, illustrates a front side view of a seventh embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 6, illustrates a front side view of an eighth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 7, illustrates an exploded side view of embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 8, illustrates a side view of a ninth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 9, illustrates a side view of a tenth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

FIG. 10, illustrates a perspective view of an eleventh embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The invention encompasses a decorative accessory, which includes snap-on charms that are secured onto a strap, such as, an elongated strap. Each snap charm holder can be snapped into place on the converse snap on the strap. The decorative accessory further includes a stretchable elongate strap, mechanical closure for adjustable expansion and contraction, including snap fasteners for securing and removing a variety of charms or jewels and arranged snap component units for fastening to the elongated strap. The snap-strap can further have a non-slip backing to keep it in place.

A problem with common straps or decorative bands is they have no means of staying, where they are placed, whereas this invention solves the problem with a rubbery, non-slip substance on the back, preferably from one end to other end. The invention easily snaps-on securely and stays in place. Charms, pendants, jewels and ornaments are difficult to attach and remove from chains, and because of this problem only a limited number are collected. This charm band makes collecting charms easier to attach and detach, easy to put on and off, and allows one to decorate an area which one could never have done before. The pleasant sound of a snap fastening and the enjoyable sparkle of jewels dangling are brought together in multitude on one or more than one combined charm strap unit.

Typically, snap fasteners are mechanical closures consisting of a closure unit and attaching unit. Also, a snap is any clasp or fastener that closes with a click, or a sharp, cracking sound. The two popular types of snaps that are currently on the market are the post-style snap, and the prong-style snap. A post-style snap has a shaft that requires a hole to penetrate the surface. A prong-style snap has teeth that penetrate through the surface. For best results one should look for industrial quality snaps that are sure to stay secure. For the snaps currently in the market the utility spring snaps have the firmest hold when snapped closed, followed by the fashion spring snaps, and then the grip snaps.

FIG. 1, illustrates a front side view of a first embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 23, invention. The inventive charm or jewelry strap 23, comprises of at least one strap or band or charm strap 25, having a first end 10, and a second end 20. At least one engaging member or snap 12, is secured to the strap 25. Each snap 12, acts as a receiver and snapably and securely accommodates a charm 29, or a snap charm holder 29. The charm 29, could be selected from a group comprising an ornamental flower-shaped charm 13, an ornamental heart-shaped charm 15, a multiple ornamental design charm 17, a multi-snap charm 19, an odd-shaped charm 27, to name a few. The strap 25, could also have snaps 14, which are different from snap 12, for example, snaps 12, 14, could he selected from a group comprising post-style snap, prong-style snap, spring snap, fashion spring snap, grip snap, open-ring grip snap, to name a few. For some applications the first end 10, could be an end cap 10, while the second end 20, could be an end cap 20.

FIG. 2, illustrates a back side view of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 23, according to an embodiment of this invention. The strap 25, has secured thereto at least one securing means or cap 11, that secures the snap 12, 14, to the strap 25. The strap 25, could also have a cap 16, where the cap 16, is different than the cap 11, for example, cap 11, 16, could be selected from a group comprising post-style cap, prong-style cap, spring cap, fashion spring cap, grip cap, painted cap, open-ring grip cap, to name a few.

It should be understood that the snap 12, 14, are on a first side or a front side of the charm strap 25, while the cap 11, 16, are on the second side or back side of the charm strap 25. Additionally, the snap 12, 14, could have a male or female securing means, and the charm or the snap charm holder 29, has the female or male securing means to snapably be secured to the charm strap 25, via the snap 12, 14.

FIG. 3, illustrates a back side view of a second embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 33, invention. The inventive jewelry strap 33, has a charm strap 35, that has at least one cap 11, that is used to secure a corresponding snap 12, 14, to the strap 35. The strap 35, could have at least one non-skid material 31, to provide friction to the movement of the strap 35, or to prevent the strap 35, from easily sliding from a surface.

FIG. 4A, illustrates a front side view of a third embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 43, invention. The inventive jewelry strap 43, comprises a charm strap 45, having a first end 40, and a second end 48. The first end 40, could comprise a first securing means or charm strap securing means 41, such as, a buckle 41, a male portion 41, while the second end 48, could comprise a second securing means 49, such as, a hole 49, a female portion 49, to accommodate the buckle 41, or a male portion 41, such that the two ends of the strap 45, can be securely secured to each other via the first securing means 41, and the second securing means 49.

FIG. 4B, illustrates a front side view of a fourth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 53, invention. The inventive jewelry strap 53, comprises a charm strap 55, having a first end 51, and a second end 59. The first end 51, could have at least one snap 12, and the second end 59, could have at least one snap 12. The first end 51, and the second end 59, could be secured to each other via securing feature or charm strap securing means 50, so as to form a continuous loop, similar to a bracelet or bangle (not shown).

FIG. 4C, illustrates a front side view of a fifth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 63, invention. The inventive jewelry strap 63, comprises a charm strap 65, having a first end 60, and a second end 68. The first end 60, could have at least one snap 12, and the second end 68, could have at least one snap 14. The first end 60, could be secured to a second end 68, of a second strap 65, (not shown) so as to form a continuous chain of two or more inventive jewelry straps 63. The snap 12, 14, could act as charm strap securing means 12, 14, so as to extend the charm strap 65.

FIG. 4D, illustrates a front side view of a sixth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 73, invention. The inventive jewelry strap 73, comprises at least one first charm strap 25, and at least one second charm strap 75. Preferably, the first strap 25, and the second strap 75, are parallel to each other and are secured to each other at a first end 70, and a second end 78. The first strap 25, could have at least one row of snap 12, while the second strap 75, could have at least one row of snap 12. The linking ends 70, 78, could function as charm strap securing means 70, 78, that secure the first charm strap 25, in parallel with the second charm strap 75.

FIG. 5, illustrates a front side view of a seventh embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 83, invention. The inventive jewelry strap 83, comprises a strap 85, having a plurality of snaps 12, 14. The strap 85, could further comprise one or more portions or regions, such as, a first portion 82, a second portion 84, a third portion 86, a fourth portion 88, to name a few. The first portion 82, could be such that the snaps 12, are placed in such a way such as to spell it name or initial or design. For example, the snaps 12, in portion 82, have been placed to illustrate an initial “M”. In the second portion 84, the snaps 14, are placed so as to create a slanted line or row. In the third portion 86, the snaps 12, are placed so as to create a vertical line or row. In the fourth portion 88, the snaps 12, 14, are placed so as to create an odd-shaped ornamental design.

FIG. 6, illustrates a front side view of an eighth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder invention 93. The inventive charm or jewelry strap 93, comprises of at least one strap or band or charm strap 95, having at least one snap 12, 14, that is secured to the strap 95. Each snap 12, 14, can accommodate a charm or snap charm holder 29. The strap 95, further has secured thereto at least one fixed adornment 92. The adornment 92, is securely secured to the strap 95, and cannot be snapably removed from the strap 95. The adornment 92, could be selected from a group comprising charm 92, rhinestone 92, precious stone 92, semi-precious stone 92, metallic jewelry 92, non-metallic jewelry 92, embellishment 92, to name a few.

FIG. 7, illustrates an exploded side view of an embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 23, invention. At least one securing means 21, secures the snap 12, to a corresponding cap 11. Preferably, the cap 12, is on a first side or front side of the charm strap 25, while the cap 11, is on the second side or back side of the charm strap 25, and the securing means 21, penetrates through the charm strap 25. However, for some applications the snap 12, could be directly fixedly secured to the charm strap 25, using securing means 21, but without the use of the cap 11, or the penetration of the securing, means 21, through the charm strap 25. The charm 29, or the charm holder 29, has at least one engaging member 22, snapably engages with the snap 12, and snapably secures the charm 29, to the charm strap 25.

FIG. 8, illustrates a side view of a ninth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 103, invention. The inventive charm or jewelry strap 103, comprises of at least one strap or band or charm strap 105, having, at least one snap 12, that is secured to a first side of the charm strap 105, and at least one snap 14, that is secured to a second side of the charm strap 105. Each snap 12, 14, can accommodate at least one charm or snap charm holder 29, 39, and snapably secure them to the charm strap 105,

It should be understood that for some applications the cap 11, 16, could act as a second snap 12, 14, such that one could have charm 29, 39, or snap charm holder 29, 39, on both sides of the strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95. Thus, one could have a first set of charms 29, 39, on one side of the strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, and a second set of charms 29, 39, on the opposite or backside of the strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, and then depending on the user they could have the first set of charms 29, 39, facing the public or the second set of charms 29, 39, facing the public. Therefore, for some applications one could have fixed set of charms 29, 39, on one side of the strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 95, and a dangling set of charms 29, 39, on the backside of the strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, such that the public would see two sets of charms 29 39, namely, the first fixed set 29, 39, and the second dangling set 29, 39.

FIG. 9, illustrates a side view of a tenth embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 113, invention. The interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 113, comprises a first charm holder 29, having at least one engaging means 18, secured thereto, along with at least one snapable engaging means 12. The engaging means 18, securely accommodates and engages with at least one securing means 28, that is securely attached to at least one charm 26, thus allowing the charm 26, to be secured to the strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, via the first charm holder 29. For some applications the engaging means 18, could be a ring 18, while the securing means 28, could be a C-shaped ring 28, which could be inserted into the ring 18, and then clamped to form a dosed ring 28.

FIG. 10, illustrates a perspective view of an eleventh embodiment of a jewelry strap with interchangeable snap and snap charm holder 123, invention. The inventive charm or jewelry strap 123, comprises of at least one strap or band or charm strap 125, having at least one snap 12, 14, that Is secured to the strap 125. The charm strap 125, could also have at least one cap 11, that could act as a cap 11, or as a snap 12, 14. Each snap 12, 14, can accommodate a charm or snap charm holder 29. The strap 125, further has secured thereto at least one fixed adornment 92. The adornment 92, is securely secured to the strap 125, and cannot be snapably removed from the strap 125. The charm strap 125, is removeably placed around a structure 120, to further embellish the structure 120. The structure 120, could be a shoe 120, a boot 120, an arm 120, an ankle 120, to name a few.

The decorative strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, could made from a material selected from a group comprising, fabric, elastic, plastic, vinyl, leather, pleather, metallic, to name a few.

It should be appreciated that each of the ends 10, 20, 40, 48, 51, 59, 60, 68, 70, 78, could have at least one securing means or device 41, 49, 50, and wherein the securing means or device 41, 49, 50, could he selected from a group comprising, magnets, rivets, hooks, hook and loop device, such as, a VELCRO device, buttons, snaps, slots, grooves, male/female engaging members, to name a few.

It should be appreciated that the shape of the charm 13, 15, 17, 19, 27, 29, could be selected from a group comprising of a rectangular shape, a triangular shape, a circular shape, an elliptical shape, a polygonal shape, an ornamental-type shape, a heart-type shape, an irregular shape, a strand shape, a dangling pendent shape, just to name a few.

This invention further relates to decorative accessories 29, for adornment on boots, shoes, slippers, a wearer's body, to name a few. The decorative elongated stretchable strap unit 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, provides a variety of snap-on components 29, and a variety of removable interchangeable snap charms 29, which can hold charms 29, jewels 29, stones 29, pendants 29, ornaments 29, lockets 29, to name a few.

This invention also provides an attractive accessory 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, that has components 29, that can be attached or detached quickly, conveniently, and makes an article of clothing, footwear or wearer's body attractive.

This invention also allows one to collect charms 29, pendants 29, jewels 29, lockets 29, ornaments 29, stones 29, crystals 29, souvenirs 29, just to name a few. This invention also allows one to quickly interchange the snap-on charm 29, for trade or exchange with another person.

Furthermore, the snapable feature of this invention allows one to move a charm 29, from a first location to a second location, such as, for example, from a bracelet 53, to an anklet 53.

This invention also allows one to easily wear, display, admire, trade, the snapable charm 29, and this can be done easily with a pleasant sound of a snap.

The invention further provides the desire to collect different colored bands or straps 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, with a variety of ornaments 29, for diverse moods, personal attire, and events.

The invention further providing a person to have more than one charm strap, such that one could have a first set of charm straps for a personal collection, a second set of charm straps could be for wearing, or a third set of charm straps for charms for exchange, etc.

This invention also comprises a decorative accessory 29, to enrich boots, shoes, clothing's, wearer's body and for the intent of collecting and/or exchanging charms 29. The decorative accessory strap unit 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, comprising attachable, removable snap-on jewel, and ornament holders 29, that can be arranged at intervals. The strap unit 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, preferably has a stationary attachment member snap component 41, 49, 50, at one end for the purpose of adjusting the strap to expand or contract The strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, can be placed in different positions, such as, for example, around the calf or ankle portion of a boot or any wearer's body.

The decorative strap 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, can be made in various lengths and widths. The decorative strap 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, could comprise of a tacky non-slip substance on the back from one end to the other. The decorative accessory strap unit 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, can consist of more than one strap unit 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, being attached as one. The decorative strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, can be a variety of colors or can be transparent or translucent. The decorative strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, can also have other ornaments (not shown) between snap components 29. The decorative strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, could be made from a stretchable or non-stretchable material having different colors, widths, and lengths. For some embodiments it is preferred that on the back side of the decorative strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, one could apply a stretchable, flexible fabric glue to make it non-slip.

For some applications placed on the strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, preferably will be either the socket 12, 14, or the stud 12, 14, for receiving the other. Some straps 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, may have end caps 10, 20, while others may have one or none. The end caps 10, 20, may or may not have charms 29, attached thereto. One snap on the end 10, 20, 40, 48, 50, 60, 68, 70, 78, could be fixed or stationary for the purpose of adjusting the size, and could also have a snap 12, 14, which may or may not have a charm 29, attached thereto. The strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, could also have a securing device 41, 49, 50, such as, a buckle 41, or another means of closure and adjustment 41, 49, 50. The strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 95, may be a single strand or multiple strands 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95. It is preferred that each strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, accommodates at least one snap 12, 14. The snap 12, 14, may come in multiple or different sizes.

The decorative strap 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, wherein the stationary attachment member 41, 48, 50, is selected from a group comprising of snap jewel holder 41, 48, 50, jump rings 41, 48, 50, clasps 41, 48, 50, hooks 41, 48, 50, “S” shape fasteners 41, 48, 50, hinge fasteners 41, 48, 50, hook-and-loop clasps 41, 48, 50, barrel clasps 41, 48, 50, spring clasps 41, 48, 50, lobster clasps 41, 48, 50, magnetic clasps 41, 48, 50, toggle clasps 41, 48, 50, box clasps 41, 48, 50, hook and pile material 41, 48, 50, buckles 41, 48, 50, snap fasteners 41, 48, 50, mechanical closures 41, 48, 50, rings 41, 48, 50, just to name a few.

The decorative strap 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, could comprise multiple snap component units 12, 14, (closure unit or attaching unit) set at intervals. Each converse snap component unit 12, 14, could have an interchangeable snap charm 29, such as for example, (jewel, holder 29, accompanying a charm 29, pendant 29, jewel 29, ornament 29, locket 29, jewels 29, to name a few.

The snap charm 29 (jewel, ornament) holder is a snap fastener unit 29, (closure unit or attaching unit) constructed with a loop for holding a charm, jewel, stone, locket, pendant, jewelry, to name a few. The snap charm 29, (jewel, ornament) holder cap 11, 16, can also be embellished with jewels, stones, gems, rhinestones, crystals, pearls, metals, to name a few. The snap charm (jewel, ornament) holder 29, can be of various configurations and tones. The material for the snap charm (jewel, ornament) holder 29, could be selected from a group comprising metallic material, plastic material, to name a few.

A complete plastic or metallic snap set has four components: 2 caps 11, 16, 1 stud (also called male) 12, 14, and 1 socket (also called female) 12, 14. Each cap 11, 16, is adhered to a stud or socket 12, 14, and where the peripheral surface of each is separated by the surface of the material that it is secured to. Some styles of metal snaps 12,14, have a post instead of a second cap. For some application the cap 11, 16, could he adhered to the socket 12, 14, and the post (not shown) could be adhered to the stud 12, 14.

A strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, with snap components 29, with either the socket 12, 14, or the stud 12, 14, can be placed at a distance from each other as desired by the consumer, user, or manufacturer. The other component Can be preassembled with a decorative cap 11, 16, or a ring for holding charms 29. These snap charms 29, can be removed and replaced as one wishes or trade with others.

The snaps parts 11, 12, 14, 16, can be of different shapes. Similarly, the snap parts 11, 12, 14, 16, could also have different colors. The snap parts 11, 12, 14, 16, could be made from materials selected from a group comprising plastic, steel, metallic material, to name a few. One could also have a preassembled snap 12, 14, whether it is the stud or socket, and it could have a ring for holding a charm 29. The cap portion 11, 16, could come in different colored stones, imprints, shapes, colors, to name a few. It is preferred that the cap 11, 16, that securely holds the charm 29, via the snap 12, 14, should be able to hold the charms 29, of all colors, shapes, sizes, and materials.

The charms 13, 15, 17, 19, 27, 29, could be all stationary and are fully secured to the snap 12, 14, such that they do not move from their location due to the movement of the wearer or user. However, for some applications the charms 13, 15, 17, 19, 27, 29, could be secured to the snap 12, 14, in such a way so that they dangle from the charm strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, with the movement of the user or wearer.

It should be appreciated that for some applications the charm or charm holder 13, 15, 17, 19, 27, 29, could be secured to the charm strap 25, 35, 45, 55, 65, 75, 85, 95, by means other than snap 12, 14, such “other means” 12, 14, could be selected from a group comprising bail, snap-on, ice-pick, screw eye, scatter pin and clutch, snap hook, clasps. hooks, “S” shape fasteners, hinge fasteners, hook and loop clasps, barrel clasps, spring clasps, lobster clasps, magnetic clasps, toggle clasps, box clasps, hook and loop material, hook and eye and rings, to name a few.

The snap charm holder 29, or the ornament 26, could be selected from a group comprising a charm, a pendant, a jewelry item, an ornament, a jewelry chain, a band, a sparkling jewelry piece, a dangling jewelry piece, an ornamental flower-shaped charm, an ornamental heart-shaped charm, a multiple ornamental design charm, a multi-snap charm, an odd-shaped charm, a locket, a stone, a gem, a pearl, a crystal, a souvenir, a semi-precious stone, a precious stone, to name a few.

While the present invention has been particularly described in conjunction with a specific preferred embodiment, it is evident that many alternatives, modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art in light of the foregoing description. It is therefore contemplated that the appended claims will embrace any such alternatives, modifications and variations as falling within the true scope and spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A jewelry strap with snapable charm comprising:

(a) a charm strap, having a first end and a second end, and a first surface and a second surface;

(b) at least one first snapable engaging means secured to at least a first surface of said charm strap; and

(c) at least one first snap charm holder snapably secured to said charm strap via said at least one first snapable engaging means, and thereby forming said jewelry strap with snapable charm.

2. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein at least one securing means securely engages with said at least one first snapable engaging means, and wherein said at least one securing means is on said first surface of said charm strap, and said at least one first snapable engaging means is on said second surface of said charm strap.

3. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein at least one non-skid material is secured to said first surface of said charm strap.

4. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein said first end of said charm strap has at least one first securing means, and said second end has at least one second securing means, and wherein said at least one first securing means engages with and secures said at least one second engaging means.

5. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein said first end of said charm strap has at least one first securing means, and said second end has at least one second securing means, and wherein said at least one first securing means is selected from a group consisting of magnet, rivet, hook, hook and loop device, button, snap, slot, groove, male engaging member, and female engaging member, and wherein said at least one second securing means is selected from a group consisting of magnet, rivet, hook, hook and loop device, button, snap, slot, groove, male engaging member, and female engaging member.

6. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein said first end of said charm strap has at least one first extension means.

7. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein said at least one first snapable engaging means has at least one first engaging means, and wherein said at least one snap charm holder has at least one second engaging, means to snapably secure said at least one snap charm holder to said at least one first snapable engaging means.

8. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein said at least one first snap charm holder has at least one first engaging extension, and wherein said at least one first engaging extension securely engages with and secures at least one adornment to said at least one first snap charm holder.

9. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein said at least one first snap charm holder has at least one first engaging extension, and wherein said at least one first engaging extension securely engages with and secures at least one adornment to said at least one first snap charm holder, and wherein said at least one adornment is selected from a group consisting of a charm, a pendant, a jewelry item, an ornament, a jewelry chain, a band, a sparkling, jewelry piece, a dangling jewelry piece, an ornamental flower-shaped charm, an ornamental heart-shaped charm, a multiple ornamental design charm, a multi-snap charm, an odd-shaped charm, a locket, a stone, a gem, a pearl, a crystal, a souvenir, a semi-precious stone, and a precious stone.

10. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein at least one adornment is fixedly secured to said first surface of said charm strap.

11. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein material for said charm strap is selected from a group consisting of fabric, elastic, plastic, vinyl, leather, pleather, metallic, non-metallic, composite, transparent, and translucent.

12. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein material for said at least one first snapable engaging means is selected from a group consisting of plastic, steel, metallic, non-metallic, and composite material.

13. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein said at least one first snapable engaging means is selected from a group consisting of post-style snap, prong-style snap, spring snap, fashion spring snap, grip snap, open-ring grip snap, bail, snap-on, ice-pick, screw eye, scatter pin and clutch, snap hook, clasps, hooks, “S” shape fasteners, hinge fasteners, hook and loop clasps, barrel clasps, spring clasps, lobster clasps, magnetic clasps, toggle clasps, box clasps, hook and loop, and, hook and eye and ring.

14. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein at least one second snapable engaging means is secured to at least said second surface of said charm strap.

15. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein at least one second snapable engaging means is secured to at least said second surface of said charm strap, and at least one second snap charm holder is snapably secured to said charm strap via said at least one second snapable engaging means.

16. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein at least two charm straps are secured to each other via at least one charm strap securing means.

17. The jewelry strap with snapable charm of claim 1, wherein said at least one first snap charm holder is selected from a group consisting of a charm, a pendant, a jewelry item, an ornament, a jewelry chain, a band, a sparkling jewelry piece, a dangling jewelry piece, an ornamental flower-shaped charm, an ornamental heart-shaped charm, a multiple ornamental design charm, a multi-snap charm, an odd-shaped charm, a locket, a stone, a gem, a pearl, a crystal, a souvenir, a semi-precious stone, and a precious stone.

18. A jewelry strap with snapable charm, comprising:

(a) a charm strap, having a first end and a second end, and a first surface and a second surface;

(b) at least one first snapable engaging means secured to at least a first surface of said charm strap;

(c) at least one adornment fixedly secured to said first surface of said charm strap;

(d) at least one non-skid material secured to said second surface of said charm strap; and

(e) at least one first snap charm holder snapably secured to said charm strap via said at least one first snapable engaging means, and thereby forming said jewelry strap with snapable charm.

19. A combination jewelry strap and snapable charm, comprising:

(a) a charm strap, having a first end and a second end, and a first surface and a second surface;

(b) at least one first snapable engaging means secured to at least a first surface of said charm strap via at least one first securing means;

(c) at least one adornment fixedly secured to said first surface of said charm strap;

(d) at least one non-skid material secured to said second surface of said charm strap; and

(e) at least one first snap charm holder snapably secured to said charm strap via said at least one first snapable engaging means, and thereby forming said combination jewelry strap and savable charm.