Multifunctional Decorative Pillow Blanket Body Cover

Abstract

A transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow with multiple attachments for multiple purposes. The decorative pillow comprises a body with decorative buttons. When the decorative pillow is in the unfolded position a blanket and pillow are exposed. The blanket with multiple pockets is attached to the pillow with zippers, Velcro, snaps or buttons. This offers the option of utilizing the pillow and blanket as a one piece or a two separate pieces. A detachable hoodie is attached to the top planar material. The bottom of the blanket includes an overlapped foot pocket for keeping the feet warm. A sewed inner pocket in the blanket serves to keep the hands in place and warm Inner liners are used along the edge of the rectangular blanket to maintain form. In addition, extra pockets serve as convenient storage area for multiple electronic devices. The decorative pillow converts into a travel body-blanket, sleeper and comforter.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims priority from Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/839,206 filed Jun. 25, 2013 by same inventor and entitled Multifunctional Decorative Pillow Blanket Body Cover, the teachings of which are incorporated herewith in their entirety by reference.

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention relates to a decorative pillow, and more particularly to a multifunctional detachable decorative system pillow that is convertible to a blanket, foot warmer, bed cover and body cover.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Pillows have existed throughout the centuries and were considered a symbol of a civilized society. The earliest pillows were made of stone block and wood, and were primarily used to keep the head from touching the ground where bugs and insects could climb into the mouth, nose, or ears. Especially prone to insects was the hair on the head. The emphasis was on protecting the head and not so much on comfort. It is believed that the Mesopotamian's were among the first to use pillows as far back 7000 years B.C. Pillows were even used with the Egyptian mummies as a means of properly positioning their heads. Pillows were also considered a form of affluence, the more pillows a person owned the more affluent they were perceived. As civilization continued to spread the Roman and Greek societies began to refine the makeup of pillows by making them softer and more affordable. Pillows were especially used to alleviate neck and back problems. Church members started bringing small soft pillows as they knelt down in prayer and sat on hard benches. During the Middle Ages King Henry VIII even banned the use of stone pillows except for pregnant woman. It wasn't until the industrial revolution that pillows really began to be made and used in mass quantity. The low cost of the textile materials and newly advanced techniques of mass production allowed pillows to be available to the masses.

A pillow is basically a large cushion support for the head or other parts of the body, usually used while sleeping on a bed, or for the body as used on a couch or chair. Pillows come in many different shapes but originally took the form of a rectangle or half moon. The rectangular shape was used for the placement of the head and the half moon for the cushioning of the body.

A typical rectangular pillow has a uniform thickness throughout. Internally, a pillow comprises filler material. As time progressed different materials such as foam, latex, cotton, sponges, synthetic plastic fibers, and feathers began being used as filler materials for pillows. Bed pillows were traditionally filled with straw, as better materials became available the use of straw faded. Feathers are the most expensive and usually the most comfortable; they offer the advantage of softness and their ability to conform to shapes desired by the user, more so than foam or fiber pillows. However one of the disadvantages of a feather-filled pillow is that a significant number of people are allergic to them. There are currently hypoallergenic varieties of pillows to allow people sensitive to enjoy the comfort of feather or down pillows.

There are many types of pillows and uses; bed pillows, furniture pillows, orthopedic pillows and decorative pillows. Orthopedic neck pillows support the neck by providing a deep area for the head to rest and a supportive area to keep the neck in alignment with the spine while sleeping. These are also known as cervical pillows their main purpose is to relieve lower back pain and to provide support. Pillows are even designed to accommodate people who like to sleep face down, face up or sideways, the relative height of the pillow is determined by the sleeping position. Emphasis is always placed on the comfort of the user. A newer type of pillow called a travel pillow is also used to provide support for the neck when sitting vertically for long periods of time. They are commonly used by passengers in airplanes and during long commutes by train or bus. The “U” shape fits around the back of the neck and keeps the head from slipping into an uncomfortable and possibly harmful position during sleep. However, U-shaped pillows can sometimes force the head forward creating neck stiffness. Another form of pillows are the donut pillows which are firm pillows shaped like a torus, with a space in the middle to alleviate pressure on the tailbone area while sitting. These pillows are used primarily by individuals who have suffered an injury to the tailbone area or who suffer pain from hemorrhoids or other ailments of the colon. Lumbar pillows are designed to support the inward curve of the lower back, filling the space created between the lower back and the back of the chair when in a sitting position. These pillows are generally used to support the lower back while driving or sitting, such as in an office chair. Orthopedic pillows are similar to another type of pillow made of Memory foam.

Memory foam is another material used in pillows that responds to changes in temperature. As the temperature increases, the memory foam realigns itself to provide a cushion; it tends to soften at the points where the body increases the temperature of the foam. When used as a pillow or mattress the foam molds itself to the contours of the human body. It provides quality support at different pressure points along the spine, and body. Thus reducing the stresses on the skeletal and muscle systems of the body that are incurred during sleep. When a person shifts positions on memory foam, the foam automatically realigns to maintain the cushion effect. The pressure is evenly distributed across the whole body. Reducing back strain.

Pillows serve multiple functions among them are for decorative purposes. Decorative pillows are usually custom made. They often have appealing covering material which serves to decorate their surroundings. When used to decorate a fully made up bed, the decorative pillows are often not used for sleeping. They are often placed aside at bedtime. Their purpose is for decoration; hence they fall under this category. They were often used by the affluent but as material cost decreased and availability increased it is accessible to the average consumer. Decorative pillows are also found on furnishings in more public parts of the home, such as sofas, chairs and window seats. They provide a pleasant view. Here, their common use may overlap both orthopedic and bed pillows. For example, unless a person has some particular medical condition, they will likely use a handy decorative pillow for lumbar support as needed, while seated on a sofa. Likewise, for the occasional nap, decorative pillows are handy for supporting the head or neck, even though they are not covered with a pillow case, as are bed pillows.

There are numerous names given to decorative pillows which are descriptive of their use and environment. Accent pillows which emphasize or accent some other part of the home decor. Sofa pillows and Couch pillows. Another term used is toss pillows, throw pillows and novelty pillows. Novelty pillows are shaped like animals, fruits, trees, or representation of other objects. Their purpose is to add interest to the environment. Pillows come in standard sizes and among them are Standard: (square) 16 in×16 in (41 cm×41 cm), Square: 26 in×26 in (66 cm×66 cm), Standard: 20 in×26 in (51 cm×66 cm), Queen: 20 in×30 in (51 cm×76 cm), King: 20 in×36 in (51 cm×91 cm). These pillow sizes are presented for illustration purposes but do not limit the scope of the invention.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention provides an improved transportable, detachable decorative pillow. It easily unfolds, converting itself from a decorative pillow into a blanket, portable bed, body cover, comforter, and foot warmer combination. The present invention comprises a rectangular sheet of fabric material having multiple pockets inside and out with multiple functions. This rectangular sheet has an exterior liner thought out its sides and attachment devices to connect to other sections. In addition a foot pocket is located at the bottom of the main rectangular sheet so provide cover for exposed feet.

The combination of all these features is unique, the multifunctional decorative pillow blanket body cover, allows a person to adjust to their environment. Whether they are in a car, plane, boat or other transient means it can provide the functionality of use as a cover, a pillow, a blanket, a hand warmer, or a foot warmer. The fact that it is transportable makes it especially practical. In a smaller version the multifunctional decorative pillow blanket body cover, serves the purpose of providing a portable means of providing comfort and warmth to animals.

It solves the problem of providing a transportable decorative multifunctional comforter with the means of covering oneself during long trips in a vehicle, boat, train or airplane where comfort and accessibility are important.

These and other aspects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become more readily apparent from the attached drawings and the detailed description of the preferred embodiments, which follow.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The preferred embodiments of the invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings provided to illustrate and not to limit the invention, in which:

FIG. 1 presents a top Perspective view of the exemplary Transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system;

FIG. 2 presents a top side perspective view in the of the exemplary detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system in the unfolding process;

FIG. 3 presents is a top side perspective view of the invention after conversion from a decorative pillow to a pillow and blanket originally introduced in FIG. 1;

FIG. 4 is an Isometric view of the attached primary and secondary blankets fully extended showing the interior pocket according to the present invention originally introduced in FIG. 1;

FIG. 5 is top perspective view of the invention; unfolded after conversion from a decorative pillow, to a covering blanket attached with space access for human head originally introduced in FIG. 1;

FIG. 6 is a top perspective view of the invention after conversion from a decorative pillow, with the exemplary detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system not attached; whereby the hands are exposed with access to exterior pocket introduced originally introduced in FIG. 1;

FIG. 7 is a side perspective view of the invention; showing the exemplary detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system not attached covering the human body; the hands and feet are inside the pockets as originally introduced in FIG. 1;

Like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the several views of the drawings.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The following detailed description is merely exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit the described embodiments or the application and uses of the described embodiments. As used herein, the word “exemplary” or “illustrative” means “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any implementation described herein as “exemplary” or “illustrative” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other implementations. All of the implementations described below are exemplary implementations provided to enable persons skilled in the art to make or use the embodiments of the disclosure and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure, which is defined by the claims. For purposes of description herein, the terms “upper”, “lower”, “left”, “rear”, “right”, “front”, “vertical”, “horizontal”, and derivatives thereof shall relate to the invention as oriented in FIG. 1. Furthermore, there is no intention to be bound by any expressed or implied theory presented in the preceding technical field background, brief summary or the following detailed description. It is also to be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the attached drawings and described in the following specification, are simply exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined in the appended claims. Hence specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting unless the claims expressly state otherwise.

The decorative pillow of FIG. 1 is presented in various configurations in illustrations 1-7. The multifunctional decorative pillow blanket body cover 100 is shaped in the form an elliptical cylinder. More specifically as an elongated pillow. On the top surface of the multifunctional decorative pillow blanket body cover 100 are three decorative buttons 110, 120, and 130. The buttons are made of various materials including but not limited to plastic, ceramic, and cloth. The top view of the multifunctional decorative pillow blanket body cover 100 is represented by 140. The opening edge of the feet pocket 150, also serves as a pillow pocket where the present invention converts to a decorative pillow. The multifunctional decorative pillow blanket body cover 100 has two sides 160 and 170.

In FIG. 2 the Transportable detachable Multifunctional Decorative Pillow Blanket Body Cover system, is illustrated in the unfolding process, illustrated by the arrow exposing its main elongated pillow 100, the primary blanket 200, and the secondary blanket 260, the button opening 340 for button 130, the center button opening 341 for button 120 and right side button opening 342 for button 110.

In FIG. 3 the Transportable detachable Multifunctional Decorative Pillow Blanket Body Cover system, is illustrated with its main rectangular sheet 200, extended. The pillow lining that connects to the blanket with two zippers, Velcro, or snaps is shown in its connected state. A reinforced lining edge 211 is displayed between the Multifunctional Decorative Pillow Blanket Body Cover 100, and the main blanket 200. Its purpose is mainly for attachment. A left side zipper 220 and a right side zipper 230 are used at the top exposed planar of the main blanket 200. An external utility pocket 240 is woven and attached to the man rectangular blanket 200. The external utility pocket 240 has an opening on the top side 250.

A secondary blanket sheet 260 is attached and placed underneath the main rectangular blanket 200 for purposes of cushioning and providing cover. The peripheral bottom edge 270 defines the full extension of the main rectangular blanket 200 including the feet pocket 290 located at the extreme bottom of the main rectangular blanket 200.

In FIG. 4 the left horizontal zipper 300 that connects with the right horizontal zipper 380 of the secondary rectangular sheet is illustrated in a detached state. The left side button opening 340 for button 130, the center button opening 341 for button 120 and right side button opening 342 for button 110 are located at the bottom of feet pocket 270 area. The foot pocket inner elastic left side 350 and foot pocket inner elastic right side 351 are located at the bottom edge of the main rectangular blanket 200. The right horizontal zipper 360 connects with the right side zipper 370 of secondary rectangular blanket. The right side horizontal zipper 380 of the secondary sheet is shown not connected to the main rectangular sheet 200. The peripheral top edge of secondary sheet 390, and peripheral bottom of secondary sheet 392, and right side of horizontal zipper 393 of secondary rectangular sheet are shown in the opened position unattached. The peripheral left side edge 391 of the secondary rectangular sheet 200 is attached to the main rectangular blanket. The interior hand pocket 310 has two openings the left side opening 320 and the right side opening 330. Imbedded slits above the hand pocket openings 320 and 330, numbered left hand opening 292 and the right hand opening 291 allow access of the human arms to the exterior utility pocket 240.

In FIG. 5 the Transportable detachable Multifunctional Decorative Pillow Blanket Body Cover system, is illustrated from a top view after completely unfolded, the main elongated pillow 100 now serves as a head rest and an detachable primary blanket 200, located by the left side zipper 220 and a right side zipper 230. The secondary blanket 260 serves as a cushion. The embedded left hand slit opening 292 and the right hand embedded slit opening 291 allow access of the human arms to the exterior utility pocket 240. The right side button 110, the center button 120 and left side button 130 now serve as decorative pieces.

In FIG. 6 the Transportable detachable Multifunctional Decorative Pillow Blanket Body Cover system, is illustrated unfolded and in a detached form, whereby the main elongated pillow 100 is now a separate unit from the primary blanket 200. The human head rest on the main elongated pillow 100, the hands have access the external pocket 240 and the external pocket top opening 250 through the embedded left hand opening 292 and the embedded right hand opening 291.

In FIG. 7 the Transportable detachable Multifunctional Decorative Pillow Blanket Body Cover system, is illustrated from a side perspective view. The main elongated pillow 100 serves as a head rest, the primary blanket 200 is covering the entire human body, including the feet pocket 290. The hands are inside the interior hand pocket 310. The right hand is through the right interior hand pocket opening 330. In this embodiment the person is fully covered below the head and a pillow is provided to the head.

In another embodiment not shown a smaller version of the Transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow blanket body cover, is used for the purpose of covering animals. The application in the smaller version serves to provide a portable means of covering and comforting pets. It may be constructed of comfortable decorative materials, not limited to but including cotton, polyester, broadcloth, fleece, twill, or denim; because frequent washing is intended machine washable materials are the preferred choice. In essence the smaller pet version provides a portable means of providing comfort and protection in a comfortable environment when traveling on long trips.

The above-described embodiments are merely exemplary illustrations of implementations set forth for a clear understanding of the principles of the invention. Many variations, combinations, modifications or equivalents may be substituted for elements thereof without departing from the scope of the invention. Therefore, it is intended that the invention not be limited to the particular embodiments disclosed as the best mode contemplated for carrying out this invention, but that the invention will include all the embodiments falling within the scope of the appended claims

Claims

1. A transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system convertible to a body cover, foot cover and comforter comprising:

a main cylindrical body that in a closed position is configured for enclosing a receptacle area including,

an inner receptacle area containing multiple rectangular blankets, a main detachable rectangular blanket and a secondary rectangular blanket, each having two long sides and two shorter sides, whereby;

the main detachable rectangular blanket is connected to the main cylindrical body and to a secondary detachable blanket, a the main detachable blanket further having a long side; and

a short side with multiple attachments, said main detachable blanket having sewn there;

an external utility pocket on exposed planar side, said main detachable blanket having,

a sewn pocket on an interior planar side, said main detachable blanket having embedded side slit openings on each side of the pockets, said main detachable blanket having at least:

the main detachable rectangular blanket having a foot pocket, with inner elastic on the left and right side located at the bottom of said main detachable blanket;

one fastening means for securing said main cylindrical body, whereby the transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow is in its cylindrical body shape, consisting of a secondary detachable rectangular blanket having a singular attachment device along its longer side, configured to provide cushioning and cover.

2. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 1, wherein said cylindrical body, when unfolded into open position is configured to expose the primary and secondary blankets.

3. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 2, wherein in open position, the system extends the entire length of the body and wherein the decorative pillow body connects with the primary blanket.

4. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 3, wherein the primary blanket unfolds into its respective body cover and respective said primary blanket connects to the secondary blanket.

5. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 3, wherein the at least one of the decorative pillow connecting system to the primary blanket is an interlocking snaps, zippers, Velcro, and any combination thereof.

6. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 4, wherein the secondary blanket is attached and placed underneath the primary blanket.

7. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 3, wherein the primary blanket further comprises an internal pocket woven and attached to the interior of the primary blanket.

8. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 3, wherein the primary blanket further comprising a external utility pocket and attached to the exterior of the primary blanket.

9. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 5, wherein the primary blanket further comprising, a foot pocket attached to said back side of, said primary blanket lower end.

10. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 3, wherein the primary blanket further comprising a right and left parallel embedded side slit openings.

11. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 4, wherein said primary blanket detach from the main cylindrical body.

12. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 6, wherein said primary blanket detaches from said secondary blanket.

13. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system can also be employ to be used with animals, such as, but not limited to a dog, a horse or a cat.

14. The transportable detachable multifunctional decorative pillow system of claim 13, is also detachable.