YOGA TOWEL

Abstract

A yoga towel with mat retaining elements can provide a capability to receive and retain a mat. By attaching the mat with the yoga towel, the yoga towel can stay on the yoga mat more effectively. This disclosure includes various types of mat retaining elements. First, a mat retaining element can be a strap located near the middle of a mat. The strap allows for a mat to slide between the strap and a portion of the yoga towel. Second, a mat retaining element can be a pocket located near at least one end of the yoga towel. The pocket can be limited to one side of the mat. The pocket can also be on both sides of the mat. While the yoga towel can include mat retaining elements, the yoga towel can be used without a mat, in some embodiments, and can function as a mat, for example.

Description

BACKGROUND

The practice of yoga has become very popular over the years. Various types of yoga have been found to increase strength and flexibility, while putting the yoga practitioner's mind at ease while performing the yoga poses, postures, or positions. There are numerous types of yoga practices. Yoga itself is directed to the combined effect of physical, mental and spiritual necessities of yoga practitioners. The yoga poses, and in particular Indian hatha yoga poses or asanas, include those directed to devotion and to knowledge. These poses vary from gentle (kundalini and viniyoga) to moderate (lyengar and sivananda), to hot moderate (Bikram) to vigorous (astanga and vinyasa) poses. Since yoga sessions usually last from ½ to 2½ hours, a large amount of perspiration is typically generated.

A persistent problem with standing yoga is the tendency of the feet of yoga participants to slip. This slipping problem is largely the result of perspiration that has accumulated on the yoga mat. There have been various efforts to solve this problem, but for one or more reasons they have been unsuccessful. A yoga towel can be placed on a mat for absorbing perspiration. However, the yoga towel can easily become misaligned with the mat.

SUMMARY

The present disclosure relates generally to a yoga towel. More particularly, embodiments of the present disclosure provide a yoga towel with mat retaining elements that provide the capability to receive and retain a mat. The mat retaining elements can be used to attach a mat with a yoga towel. By attaching the mat with the yoga towel, the yoga towel can stay on the yoga mat more effectively. This disclosure includes various types of mat retaining elements. First, a mat retaining element can be a strap located near the middle of a mat. The strap allows for a mat to slide between the strap and a portion of the yoga towel. Second, a mat retaining element can be a pocket located near at least one end of the yoga towel. The pocket can be limited to one side of the mat. By limiting the pocket to one side of the mat, the yoga towel can operate on different sized mats. The pocket can also be on both sides of the mat. By allowing the pocket on both sides of the mat, the yoga towel can achieve a firm attachment to the mat. Other details of these mat retaining elements are discussed below. While the yoga towel can include mat retaining elements, the yoga towel can be used without a mat, in some embodiments, and can function as a mat, for example.

Certain embodiments of this disclosure include a yoga towel with a strap to retain a mat. The yoga towel can include a fabric having a bottom surface, a top surface, a front edge, a back edge, a right edge, and a left edge. A first end of the front edge can terminate at a first end of the back edge. A second end of the right edge can terminate at a first end of the back edge. A second end of the back edge can terminate at a first edge of the left edge. A second end of the left edge can terminate at a second end of the front edge. In some embodiments, the fabric can include a middle portion. The middle portion can be between the front edge and the back edge of the fabric. In some embodiments, the yoga towel can consist essentially of the fabric and the strap to retain the mat. Optionally, the strap can retain a mat between the strap and the bottom surface. The strap can be positioned over at least a portion of the middle portion. In some embodiments, the strap can be connected to the fabric in at least two places.

In some embodiments, the left edge can be longer than each of the front edge and the back edge. Also, the right edge can be longer than each of the front edge and the back edge. Optionally, the top surface can be rectangular or circular, though other shapes are contemplated.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can also include a second strap. Optionally, the second strap can retain the mat between the second strap and the bottom surface. In some embodiments, the second strap can be positioned over at least a portion of the middle portion. Optionally, the second strap can be connected to the fabric at at least two places. In some embodiments, the strap can be located at a front portion of the fabric. In embodiments, the second strap can be located at a back portion of the fabric. A front portion can, for example, correspond to a distance within 35%, 30%, or 25% of a total length of the mat from the front edge. A back portion can, for example, correspond to a distance within 35%, 30%, or 25% of a total length of the mat from the front edge. The front portion can include the front edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the front edge and the middle. The back portion can include the back edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the back edge and the middle.

In embodiments, various materials are useful for the fabric of the yoga towel. Useful materials include, but are not limited to cotton, hemp, polyester, polyimide, bamboo, etc. In some embodiments, the fabric of the yoga towel is washer and/or dryer safe. In some embodiments, the fabric is a liquid absorbing material. Liquid absorbing fabrics are useful, in embodiments, for absorbing sweat from a user during a yoga session, for example. This may allow the user to stay dry and prevent slipping, which may occur if a user's foot or footwear becomes wet and is more prone to slipping. In some embodiments, the strap can be in the shape of a line, polygon, or an oval. Optionally, the strap can be the same material as the fabric. In other embodiments, the strap can be a different material than the fabric. In embodiments, the different material can be at least partly a fabric, a plastic, or a rubber. Optionally, the at least two places the strap is attached to the fabric can be located on the top surface. In other embodiments, the at least two places can be located on the bottom surface. In even other embodiments, the at least two places can include the left edge and the right edge. It will be appreciated that the strap can also be attached at one place on an edge and at one place on a top or bottom surface.

In some embodiments, the strap can include a left piece and a right piece. Optionally the left piece can be attached to the fabric in at least one of the at least two places. In embodiments, the right piece can be attached to the fabric in a different at least one of the at least two places. In some embodiments, the left piece and the right piece can include a fastener system to couple the left piece and the right piece together. Optionally, the fastener system can be detachable. In some embodiments, the fastener system can include a first fastener element disposed on the left piece and a second fastener element disposed on the right piece. Useful fastener systems include, but are not limited to, a hook and loop system, a button, a snap system, magnetic elements, and a zipper.

In some embodiments, the bottom surface can include at least one adhesive portion for preventing the yoga towel from slipping on a surface. Optionally, the at least one adhesive portion can be temporarily adhesive and/or reusable. In some embodiments, the at least one adhesive portion can be a nonslip fabric, a no-skid rug backing, a plastic coating, a hook-and-eye type material, a vinyl-type material, or a rubber piece. Such a yoga towel including at least one adhesive portion is useful, in embodiments, where the yoga towel is used without a mat.

In some embodiments, the fabric can implement, at least in part, quilted features. For example, in some embodiments the fabric can include a first layer, a second layer, and a third layer. In some embodiments, the second layer can be between the first layer and the third layer. Optionally, the second layer can be thicker than either of the first and second. In addition, the second layer can include quilt batting.

Certain embodiments include a yoga towel with a front-portion pocket. The yoga towel can include a fabric having a bottom surface, a top surface, a front edge, a back edge, and a left edge. A first end of the front edge can terminate at a first end of the back edge. A second end of the right edge can terminate at a first end of the back edge. A second end of the back edge can terminate at a first edge of the left edge. A second end of the left edge can terminate at a second end of the front edge. In some embodiments, the yoga towel can consist essentially of the fabric and the front-portion pocket. In some embodiments, the fabric can include a front portion. The front portion can include the front edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the front edge and the middle. In embodiments, the middle can be half-way between the front edge and back edge. Optionally, the front-portion pocket can receive a portion of a mat between the front-portion pocket and the bottom surface. The front-portion pocket can be coupled to the front portion. In some embodiments, the front-portion pocket can include a front-pocket edge. Optionally, the front-pocket edge can include a front opening. The front opening can include a front fastener system to close the front opening.

In some embodiments, the front fastener system can be detachable. The front fastener system can be disposed on the front-portion pocket and the front portion. A front fastener system can include a hook and loop system, a button, a snap system, a ribbon, magnetic elements, or a zipper.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can further include a second front-portion pocket. The second front-portion pocket can be coupled to the front portion. Optionally, the second front-portion pocket can receive a second portion of the mat between the second front-portion pocket and the bottom surface. In some embodiments, the second front-portion pocket can include a front-pocket edge. The front-pocket edge can also include a second front opening. The second front opening can include a second front fastener system to close the second front opening. In some embodiments, the front-portion pocket can be located on a front-left portion of the fabric. The front-left portion can include the fabric that is included in both of the front portion and a left portion. The left portion can also include a left side, a second middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the left edge and the second middle. The second middle can be half-way between the left edge and the right edge. In some embodiments, the second front-portion pocket can be located on the front-right portion of the fabric. The front-right portion can include the fabric that is included in both the front portion and a right portion. In embodiments, the right portion can include the right edge, the second middle, and the fabric is between the right edge and the second middle.

In some embodiments, the second front fastener system can be detachable. Optionally, the second front fastener system can be disposed on the second front-portion pocket and the front portion. In some embodiments, the front fastener system can include a hook and loop system, a button, a snap system, a ribbon, magnetic elements, or a zipper.

In some embodiments, the fabric can include the front-portion pocket. Optionally, the left edge can be longer than each of the front edge and the back edge. Additionally or alternatively, the right edge can be longer than each of the front edge and the back edge. The top surface can be rectangular. In other embodiments, the fabric can be circular.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel includes only one pocket. In particular embodiments, the yoga towel does not include a second pocket to receive a second portion of the mat. In embodiments, the mat can be either a first length or a second length. In embodiments with only one pocket, the yoga towel can further include a strap. Optionally, the strap can retain the mat between the strap and the bottom surface. The strap can also be positioned over at least a portion of a middle portion of the fabric. The middle portion can be between the front edge and the back edge. In some embodiments, the strap can be connected to the fabric in at least two places. The yoga towel can further include a second strap. Optionally, the second strap can retain the mat between the second strap and the bottom surface. In some embodiments, the second strap can be positioned over at least a portion of the middle portion. The strap can be connected to the fabric in at least two places. In some embodiments, the second strap can be located in a front portion of the fabric. The front portion can also include the front edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric is between the front edge and the middle. The second strap can be located in a back portion of the fabric. In some embodiments, the back portion can include the back edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the back edge and the middle.

In some embodiments, the strap can be in the shape of a line, a polygon, or an oval. Optionally, the strap can be the same material as the fabric. In other embodiments, the strap can be a different material than the fabric. A different material can be at least partly a fabric, a plastic, or a rubber. In some embodiments, the at least two places can include the left edge and the right edge. The at least two places can be located on the top surface. In other embodiments, the at least two places can be located on the bottom surface.

In some embodiments, the strap can include a left piece and a right piece. The left piece can be attached to the fabric in at least one of the at least two places. In addition, the right piece can be attached to the fabric in a different at least one of the at least two places. In some embodiments, the left piece and the right piece can include a fastener system to couple the left piece and the right piece together. Optionally, the fastener system can be detachable. In some embodiments, the fastener system can include a first fastener element disposed on the left piece and a second fastener element disposed on the right piece. Optionally, the fastener system can include a hook and loop system, a button, a snap system, magnetic elements, or a zipper.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can further comprise a back-portion pocket. Optionally, the back-portion pocket can be coupled to a back portion of the fabric. The back-portion pocket can also receive a third portion of the mat between the back-portion pocket and the bottom surface. The back portion can include the back edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the back edge and the middle. In some embodiments, the back-portion pocket can include a back-pocket edge. Optionally, the back-pocket edge can include a back opening. The back opening can include a back fastener system to close the back opening. In embodiments, the back fastener system can be detachable. The back fastener system can be disposed on the back-portion pocket and the back portion. In some embodiments, the back fastener system can include a hook and loop system, a button, system, a ribbon, magnetic elements, or a zipper.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can further include a second back-portion pocket. Optionally, the second back-portion pocket can be coupled to the back portion. In some embodiments, the second back-portion pocket can receive a fourth portion of the mat between the second back-portion pocket and the bottom surface. Optionally, the second back-portion pocket can include a back-pocket edge. The back-pocket edge can include a second back opening. In some embodiments, the second back opening can include a second back fastener system to close the second back opening. The back-portion pocket can be located on a back-left portion of the fabric. The back-left portion can also include the fabric that is included in both the back portion and the left portion. In some embodiments, the second back-pocket portion can be located on the back-right portion of the fabric.

Optionally, the back-right portion can include the fabric that is included in both the back portion and the right portion. In some embodiments, the second back fastener system can be detachable. The second back fastener system can be disposed on the second back-portion pocket and the back portion. In some embodiments, the second back fastener system can include a hook and loop system, a button, a snap system, a ribbon, magnetic elements, or a zipper. In some embodiments, the fabric can include the back-portion pocket.

In some embodiments, the bottom surface can include at least one adhesive surface for preventing the yoga towel from slipping on a surface, such as, for example, when the yoga towel is used without a mat. In embodiments, the at least one adhesive surface can be temporarily adhesive and/or reusable. Optionally, the at least one adhesive surface can be a non-slip fabric, a no-skid rug backing, a plastic coating, a hook-and-eye type material, a vinyl-type material, or a rubber piece.

In some embodiments, the fabric can include a first layer, a second layer, and a third layer. The second layer can be between the first layer and the third layer. In some embodiments, the second layer can be thicker than either of the first layer and the third layer. Optionally, the second layer can include quilt batting.

In some embodiments, the left edge can be longer than each of the front edge and the back edge. In addition, the right edge can be longer than each of the front edge and the back edge.

Certain embodiments of this disclosure include a yoga towel with a strap and a front-portion pocket. In some embodiments, the yoga towel can include a fabric having a bottom surface, a top surface, a front edge, back edge, a left edge, and a right edge. A first end of the front edge can terminate at a first end of the back edge. A second end of the right edge can terminate at a first end of the back edge. A second end of the back edge can terminate at a first edge of the left edge. A second end of the left edge can terminate at a second end of the front edge. In some embodiments, the fabric can include a front portion. The front portion can include the front edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the front edge and the middle. In some embodiments, the middle can be half-way between the front edge and the back edge. Some embodiments, the fabric can also include a middle portion. The middle portion can be between the front edge and the back edge. In some embodiments, the yoga towel consists essentially of the fabric, the strap, and the front-portion pocket.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can further include a strap. Optionally, the strap can retain a mat between the strap and the bottom surface. The strap can be positioned over at least a portion of the middle portion. In some embodiments, the strap can be connected to the fabric at least two places.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can further include a front-portion pocket. Optionally, the front-portion pocket can receive a first portion of the mat between the front-portion pocket and the bottom surface. The front-pocket portion can be coupled to the front portion. In some embodiments, the front-portion pocket can include a front-pocket edge. Optionally, the front-pocket edge can include a front opening. The front opening can include a front fastener system to close the front opening.

In some embodiments, the front fastener system can be detachable. Optionally, the front fastener system can be disposed on the front-portion pocket and the front portion. In some embodiments, the front fastener systems include a hook and loop system, a button, a snap system, a ribbon, magnetic elements, or a zipper.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can further include a second front-portion pocket. Optionally, the second front-portion pocket can receive a second portion of the mat between the second front-portion pocket and the bottom surface. The second front-portion pocket can be coupled to the front portion. In some embodiments, the second front-portion pocket can include a front-pocket edge. Optionally, the front-pocket edge can include a second front opening. The second front opening can include a second front fastener system to close the second front opening. In some embodiments, the front-portion pocket can be located on the front-left portion of the fabric. The front-left portion of the fabric is included in both front portion and a left portion. The left portion can include the left edge, a second middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the left edge and the second middle. The second middle can be half-way between the left edge and the right edge. In some embodiments, the second front-portion pocket can be located on a front-right portion of the fabric. The front-right portion can include the fabric that is included in both the front portion and a right portion. The right portion can include the right edge, the second middle, and the fabric is between the right edge and the second middle.

In some embodiments, the second front fastener system can be detached. Optionally, the second front faster system can be disposed on the second front-portion pocket and the front portion. The second front fastener system can include a hook and loop system, a button, a snap system, a ribbon, magnetic elements, or a zipper. In some embodiments, the fabric can include the front-portion pocket. The left edge can be longer than each of the front edge and the back edge. The right edge can be longer than each of the front edge and the back edge. Some embodiments, the top surface can be rectangular. In other embodiments, the fabric can be circular.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can only include a single pocket to receive a portion of the mat. In particular, in some embodiments, the yoga towel does not include a second pocket to receive a second portion of the mat. In embodiments, the mat can be either a first length or a second length.

In some embodiments, the bottom surface can include at least one adhesive surface for preventing the yoga towel from slipping on a surface. Optionally, the at least one surface can be temporarily adhesive and/or reusable. The at least one adhesive surface can be a non-slip fabric, a no-skid rug backing, a plastic coating, a hook-and-eye type material, a vinyl-type material, or a rubber piece. In some embodiments, the fabric can include a first layer, a second layer, and a third layer. The second layer can be between the first layer and the third layer. Optionally, a second layer can be thicker than either of the first layer and the third layer. The second layer can include quilt batting.

These and other embodiments along with many of its advantages and features are described in more detail in conjunction with the text below and attached figures.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a simplified top view of a yoga towel and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 2 is a simplified side view of a yoga towel with a strap system and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a strap system and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with another strap system and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 5 is a simplified top-perspective view of a yoga towel with a strap system and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a simplified bottom-perspective view of a yoga towel with a strap system and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 7 is a simplified top view of a yoga towel according to an embodiment.

FIG. 8 is a simplified side view of a yoga towel with a strap system according to an embodiment.

FIG. 9 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a strap system according to an embodiment.

FIG. 10 is a simplified bottom-perspective view of a yoga towel with a strap system detached according to an embodiment.

FIG. 11 is a simplified top-perspective view of a yoga towel with multiple strap systems and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 12 is a simplified bottom-perspective view of a yoga towel with multiple strap systems and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 13 is a simplified top-perspective view of a yoga towel with multiple strap systems detached according to an embodiment.

FIG. 14 is a simplified top view of a yoga towel with a first pocket and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 15 is a simplified side view of a yoga towel with a first pocket and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 16 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 17 is a simplified top-perspective view of a yoga towel with first pocket according to an embodiment.

FIG. 18 is another simplified top view of a yoga towel with a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 19 is another simplified side view of a yoga towel with a first pocket and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 20 is another simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 21 is another simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 22 is another simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with the first pocket 2110 and the mat.

FIG. 23 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with two first pockets and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 24 is another simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket, a second pocket, and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 25 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with two first pockets, two second pockets, and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 26 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket, a strap, and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 27 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket, two second pockets, and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 28 is another simplified top view of a portion of a yoga towel according to an embodiment.

FIG. 29 is a simplified cross-section view of a yoga towel according to an embodiment.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF SPECIFIC EMBODIMENTS

The present disclosure relates generally to a yoga towel. More particularly, embodiments of the present disclosure provide a yoga towel with mat retaining elements that provide the capability to receive and retain a mat. By retaining the mat with the yoga towel, the yoga towel can stay on the yoga mat more effectively. This disclosure includes various types of mat retaining elements. First, a mat retaining element can be a strap located near the middle of a mat. The strap allow for a mat to slide between the strap and the mat. Second, a mat retaining element can be a pocket located near one end of the mat. The pocket can be limited to one side of the mat. By limiting the pocket to one side of the mat, the yoga towel can operate on different sized mats. The pocket can also be on both sides of the mat. By including the pocket on both sides of the mat, the yoga towel can achieve a firm attachment to the mat. Other details of these mat retaining elements are discussed below.

FIG. 1 is a simplified top view of a yoga towel according to an embodiment. As shown, the yoga towel can be on top of a mat 110. In some embodiments, the yoga towel can sit on top of the mat 110. The mat 110 can be an exercise mat, a yoga mat, or any surface that is approximately the size of the yoga towel. In some embodiments, mat 110 is larger than the yoga towel. In some embodiments, mat 110 is smaller than the yoga towel. It will be appreciated that the dimensions illustrated in the figures are not to scale and certain aspects may have their dimensions exaggerated for illustration purposes so as to better described certain aspects of various yoga mat embodiments.

The yoga towel can include a fabric 120. The fabric 120 can be woven, non-woven, knitted, or netted. The particular type of fabric can include a liquid absorbing material. Examples of liquid absorbing material include cotton, hemp, polyester, polyimide, bamboo, or any combination therein. In some embodiments, the yoga towel is washer and/or dryer safe. In some embodiments, the fabric 120 can include a top surface 131. Liquid absorbing material can absorb sweat during exercises, such as yoga. By absorbing sweat, the yoga towel can keep the user dry and prevent slipping during exercise.

The fabric 120 can include a front edge 132, a back edge 135, a left edge 138, and a right edge 141. While not shown in FIG. 1, the fabric 120 can further include a bottom surface. The bottom surface can be opposite of the top surface 131. While in FIG. 1 the edges appear parallel with the top surface 131 and straight, the edges can be rounded and/or extend approximately perpendicular to the top surface 131. In some embodiments, the edges can be perpendicular to the top surface 131. Other figures herein will further illustrate the edges.

In some embodiments, the left edge 138 can be longer than each of the front edge 132 and the back edge 135. The right edge 141 can also be longer than each of the front edge 132 and the back edge 135. In other embodiments, the front edge 132 can be longer than each of the left edge 138 and the right edge 141. In embodiments, the back edge 135 can be longer than each of the left edge 138 and the right edge 141. In some embodiments, the top surface 131 can be rectangular. In other embodiments, the top surface 131 can be circular.

The front edge 132 can include a first end 133 and a second end 134. The back edge 135 can include a first end 136 and a second end 137. The left edge 138 can include a first end 139 and a second end 140. The right edge 141 can include a first end 142 and a second end 143. The first end 133 can terminate at the first end 142. The second end 143 can terminate at the first end 136. The second end 137 can terminate at the first end 139. The second end 140 can terminate at the second end 134.

FIG. 2 is a simplified side view of the yoga towel with a strap system 150 according to an embodiment. In this view, the left edge 138 is visible. The strap system 150 can go around a portion of the mat 110, as shown. The strap system 150 can retain the mat 110 against the bottom surface of the fabric 120. The strap system 150 can be coupled to the fabric 120. In other embodiments, the strap system 150 can be a part of the material of the fabric 120. The fabric 120 can sit on top of the mat 110. In embodiments, the strap system 150 can be positioned over at least a portion of a middle portion of the fabric 120. The middle portion can be between the front edge 132 and the back edge 135.

FIG. 3 is a simplified bottom view of the yoga towel with the strap system 150 according to an embodiment. In some embodiments, the strap system 150 can be one piece. The strap system 150 can also allow for the mat 110 to slide into the strap system 150. In other embodiments, the strap system 150 can include a left piece 160 and a right piece 170. The left piece 160 and the right piece 170 can attach at a middle segment 166. The strap system 150 can also allow for the mat 110 to either slide into the strap system 150 or open and close the strap on top of the mat 110.

In some embodiments, the strap system 150 can be in the shape of a line. In other embodiments, the strap system 150 can be in the shape of a polygon or an oval. The strap system 150 can be the same material as the fabric 120. In other embodiments, the strap system 150 can be a different material than the fabric 120. For example, the fabric 120 can be a cotton blend while the strap system 150 is plastic. Examples of material of the strap system 150 can include a liquid absorbing material, a plastic, or a rubber. Examples of liquid absorbing material include cotton, hemp, polyester, polyimide, bamboo, or any combination therein.

The middle segment 166 can be included in both the left piece 160 and the right piece 170. In FIG. 4, the middle segment 166 is only shown to be included in the left piece 160 because of the angle of the view. In some embodiments, the middle segment 166 can include a fastener system to allow the left piece 160 and the right piece 170 to attach and detach. The fastener system will be further described in later figures.

FIG. 5 is a simplified top-perspective view of the yoga towel with the strap system 150 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In this view, the top surface 131, the left edge 138, and the back edge 135 of the fabric 120 are visible. FIG. 6 is a simplified bottom-perspective view of the yoga towel with the strap system 150 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In this view, the right edge 141 and the back edge 135 of the fabric 120 are visible.

FIG. 7 is a simplified top view of the yoga towel according to an embodiment. FIG. 8 is a simplified side view of the yoga towel with the strap system 150 according to an embodiment. FIG. 9 is a simplified bottom view of the yoga towel with the strap system 150 according to an embodiment. These views are substantially similar to FIGS. 1, 2 and 4 respectively. The main difference between these figures and FIGS. 1, 2, and 4 is that there is no mat 110 shown in these figures. The yoga towel can function without the mat 110 and can, for example, be used as a yoga mat by itself. The bottom surface 129 can also sit on a surface, such as the ground. In some embodiments, the strap system 150 can be approximately parallel to the front edge 132 and the back edge 135. In other embodiments, the strap system 150 can be positioned at an angle as compared to the front edge 132 and/or the back edge 135.

The strap system 150 can be connected to the fabric 120 in at least two places (e.g., a place 162 and a place 172). Each place of the at least two places can be located on the bottom surface 129, the edges, or the top surface 131. The place 162 and the place 172 can be located on different portions of the fabric 120. For example, the place 162 can be located on the top surface 131 and the place 172 can be located on the right edge 141. In some embodiments, the strap system 150 can split into multiple connection places near where the strap system 150 is coupled to the fabric 120. By splitting into multiple connection places, some embodiments can include more than two places where the strap system 150 is connected to the fabric 120.

In some embodiments, the yoga towel can include at least one adhesive portion for preventing the yoga towel from slipping on a surface. The at least one adhesive portion can be located on the bottom surface 129 or the strap system 150. In some embodiments, the at least one adhesive surface is temporarily adhesive and reusable. Examples of adhesive portions include, but are not limited to, a non-slip fabric, a no-skid rug backing, a plastic coating, a hook-and-eye type material, and a rubber piece.

FIG. 10 is a simplified bottom-perspective view of the yoga towel with the strap system 150 detached according to an embodiment. In this view, the bottom surface 129, the right edge 141, and the back edge 135 of the fabric 120 are visible. The strap system 150 can include a fastener system on the left piece 160 and the right piece 170. The fastener system can be detachable. The fastener system can include a first fastener element 180 and a second fastener element 185. In some embodiments, the first fastener element 180 can be disposed on the left piece 160. In embodiments, the second fastener element 185 can be disposed on the right piece 170. The first fastener element 180 can couple with the second fastener element 185. The fastener elements can include a hook-and-loop system, a button, a snap system, magnetic elements, a zipper, or any other mechanism that can attach and detach.

FIG. 11 is a simplified top-perspective view of a yoga towel with multiple strap systems and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In this view, the top surface 131, the left edge 138, and the back edge 135 of the fabric 120 are visible. The yoga towel can further include a first strap 1110 and a second strap 1120. The first strap 1110 and the second strap 1120 can both be positioned over at least a portion of the middle portion of the fabric 120. The straps can each help to retain the mat 110 to the bottom surface 129.

FIG. 12 is a simplified bottom-perspective view of the yoga towel with multiple strap systems and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In this view, the right edge 141 and the back edge 135 of the fabric 120 are visible. The first strap 1110 can include a left piece 1214 and a right piece 1212. In some embodiments, the first strap 1110 can include a first fastener system 1116. The second strap 1120 can include a left piece 1224 and a right piece 1222. In some embodiments, the second strap 1120 can include a second fastener system 1226. The first fastener system 1216 can be similar to the second fastener system 1226. In other embodiments, the first fastener system 1216 can be different than the second fastener system 1226. For example, the first fastener system 1216 can be a button and the second fastener system 1226 can be a hook-and-loop system. Each strap of FIG. 12 can include the same aspects as the strap system 150 includes as disclosed herein. Each fastener system can include a fastener system on the respective left piece and the respective right piece. In other embodiments, only the first strap 1110 or the second strap 1120 includes a fastener system. While FIG. 12 shows two straps, it will be appreciated that there can be more straps. In addition, the straps do not need to be parallel to each other. In some embodiments, the straps can be at an angle in relation to the front edge 132 and the back edge 135.

FIG. 13 is a simplified top-perspective view of the yoga towel with multiple strap systems detached according to an embodiment. In this view, the top surface 131, the left edge 138, and the back edge 135 of the fabric 120 are visible. The first fastener system 1216 can include a first fastener element 1220 and a second fastener element 1310. In some embodiments, the first fastener element 1320 can be disposed on the left piece 1214. The second fastener element 1310 can also be disposed on the right piece 1212. The first fastener element 1320 can couple with the second fastener element 1310 The first fastener system 1216 can include a hook-and-loop system, a button, a snap system, a zipper, or any other mechanism that can attach and detach. In some embodiments, the first fastener system 1216 can include more fastener elements.

The second fastener system 1226 can be detachable. The second fastener system 1226 can include a first fastener element 1340 and a second fastener element 1330. In some embodiments, the first fastener element 1340 can be disposed on the left piece 1224. In embodiments, the second fastener element 1330 can be disposed on the right piece 1222. The first fastener element 1340 can couple with the second fastener element 1330 The second fastener system 1226 can include a hook-and-loop system, a button, a snap system, magnetic elements, a zipper, or any other mechanism that can attach and detach. In some embodiments, the second fastener system 1226 can include more fastener elements.

As previously discussed, the yoga towel can include a pocket to receive a portion of a mat. FIG. 14 is a simplified top view of a yoga towel with a first pocket and a mat 110 according to an embodiment. The yoga towel can include a fabric 120. The fabric 120 can be woven, non-woven, knitted, or netted. The particular type of fabric can include a liquid absorbing material. Examples of liquid absorbing material include cotton, hemp, polyester, polyimide, bamboo, or any combination therein. In some embodiments, the yoga towel is washer and/or dryer safe. In some embodiments, the fabric 120 can include a top surface 131. Liquid absorbing material can absorb sweat during exercises, such as yoga. By absorbing sweat, the yoga towel can keep the user dry and prevent slipping during exercise.

The fabric 120 can further include a front edge 132, a back edge 135, a left edge 138, and a right edge 141. While not shown in FIG. 1, the fabric 120 can further include a bottom surface. The bottom surface can be opposite of the top surface 131. While in FIG. 1 the edges appear parallel with the top surface 131 and straight, the edges can be rounded and/or extend approximately perpendicular to the top surface 131. In some embodiments, the edges can be perpendicular to the top surface 131. Other figures herein will further illustrate the edges.

In some embodiments, the left edge 138 can be longer than each of the front edge 132 and the back edge 135. The right edge 141 can also be longer than each of the front edge 132 and the back edge 135. In other embodiments, the front edge 132 can be longer than each of the left edge 138 and the right edge 141. In embodiments, the back edge 135 can be longer than each of the left edge 138 and the right edge 141. In some embodiments, the top surface 131 can be rectangular. In other embodiments, the top surface 131 can be circular.

The front edge 132 can include a first end 133 and a second end 134. The back edge 135 can include a first end 136 and a second end 137. The left edge 138 can include a first end 139 and a second end 140. The right edge 141 can include a first end 142 and a second end 143. The first end 133 can terminate at the first end 142. The second end 143 can terminate at the first end 136. The second end 137 can terminate at the first end 139. The second end 140 can terminate at the second end 134.

FIG. 15 is a simplified side view of a yoga towel with a first pocket 1510 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In this view, the left edge 138 of the fabric 120 can be visible. The first pocket 1510 can go around a portion of the mat 110, as shown. In some embodiments, the first pocket 1510 can retain a portion of the mat 110 against the bottom surface 129 of the fabric 120. The first pocket 1510 can be coupled to the fabric 120. In other embodiments, the first pocket 1510 can be a part of the material of the fabric 120. The fabric 120 can sit on top of the mat 110. In some embodiments, the first pocket 1510 can be coupled to the front portion. The front portion can include the front edge 132, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the front edge 132 and the middle. The middle can be half-way between the front edge 132 and the back edge 135.

The first pocket 1510 can include a first opening, which is illustrated in FIG. 17, to receive a first portion of the mat between the first pocket 1510 and the bottom surface 129. The first pocket 1510 can also include a second opening, which will be described later.

FIG. 16 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with the first pocket 1510 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. The first pocket 1510 can include a bottom first pocket surface 1620, a right first pocket edge 1660, a left first pocket edge 1650, and a front first pocket edge 1630. A first end 1662 of the right first pocket edge 1660 can terminate at a second end 1632 of the front first pocket edge 1630. A first end 1634 of the front first pocket edge 1630 can terminate at a second end 1652 of the left first pocket edge 1650. In some embodiments, the first opening can be located opposite of the front first pocket edge 1630, or where the back first pocket edge would be located. The second opening can be located on any of the remaining edges of the first pocket 1610 or the bottom first pocket surface 1620. For example, the second opening can be located on the front first pocket edge 1630. By having the second opening on the front first pocket edge 1630, an individual can pull the mat 110 into position in the first pocket 1510 through the second opening. In other embodiments, the second opening can be located on either the right first pocket edge 1660 or the left first pocket edge 1650. By having the second opening on either the right first pocket edge 1660 or the left first pocket edge 1650, an individual can pull the mat 110 into position in the first pocket 1610 through the second opening. In some embodiments, the second opening can be on two or more of the edges. For example, the second opening can be located on both of the right first pocket edge 1660 and the left first pocket edge 1650 to allow a hand on each side to pull the mat 110 into position in the first pocket 1510.

The second opening can include a fastener system (e.g., a front fastener system). The front fastener system can be detachable. In some embodiments, a portion of the front fastener system can be disposed on the first pocket and another portion of the front fastener system can be disposed on the front portion. The front fastener system can include a hook and loop system, a snap system, a ribbon, magnetic elements, a zipper, or another system that can open and close the second opening.

FIG. 17 is a simplified top-perspective view of a yoga towel with first pocket 1510 according to an embodiment. In this view, the bottom surface 129, the right edge 141, and the back edge 135 of the fabric 120 are visible. In addition, the bottom first pocket surface 1620 and the left first pocket edge 1650 are visible. A first opening 1710 is illustrated by FIG. 17. The first opening 1710 can receive a mat.

FIG. 18 is another simplified top view of a yoga towel with the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In this view, the bottom surface 129, the front edge 132, the back edge 135, the left edge 138, the right edge 141 of the fabric 120 are visible. In some embodiments, the fabric 120 can further include a portion of a first fastener system. In other embodiments, the first pocket 1510 can include the portion of the first fastener system. The portion of the first fastener system can include one or more buttons 1810. In other embodiments, the portion of the first fastener system can include one or more holes to couple the one or more buttons 1810. The first fastener system can be any fastener system described herein.

FIG. 19 is another simplified side view of a yoga towel with a first pocket 1910 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In this view, the left edge 138 of the fabric 120 and the one or more buttons 1810 are visible. However, as opposed to the one or more buttons located on the fabric 120 as in FIG. 18, FIG. 19 illustrates the one or more buttons on the first pocket 1910. The first pocket 1910 can include a right first pocket edge 1960. The right first pocket edge 1960 can include a bottom portion 1970 and a top portion 1980. The bottom portion 1970 and the top portion 1980 can be coupled together to provide a first opening 1992 for the mat 110. The coupling can be located on at least a portion of the left first pocket edge and the right first pocket edge 1960. The coupling can include a fastener system or a permanent coupling system, such as the bottom portion 1970 sewn to the top portion 1980. In some embodiments, the bottom portion 1970 and the top portion 1980 can provide a second opening 1994. The second opening 1994 can be closed by the first fastener system, which includes the one or more buttons 1810 in FIG. 19.

FIG. 20 is another simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with the first pocket 1910 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In this view, the right first pocket edge 1960 of the first pocket 1910 is visible. The first pocket 1910 can further include a front first pocket edge 1930, a left first pocket edge 2050. A first end 2062 of the right first pocket edge 1960 can terminate at a second end 2032 of the front first pocket edge 2030. A first end 2034 of the front first pocket edge 2030 can terminate at a second end 2052 of the left first pocket edge 2050. As can be seen in FIG. 20, a first end of the left first pocket edge 2050 and a second end 2064 of the right first pocket edge 1960 can help form the first opening, which receives the mat 110.

The first pocket 1910 can further include a bottom first pocket surface 2020. In some embodiments, the first pocket 1910 can further include another portion of the first fastener system, such as the back sews 2070. The back sews 2070 can couple the one or more buttons to the bottom first pocket surface 2020. While FIG. 20 shows the another portion of the first fastener system as the back sews 2070, it will be appreciated that any portion of the first fastener system can be located on the bottom first pocket surface 2020. For example, the one or more buttons 1810 can be located on the bottom first pocket surface 2020.

FIG. 21 is another simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket 2110 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. The yoga towel can include a fabric 2150. FIG. 21 illustrates that the fabric 2150 can be wider than the mat 110, as opposed to the fabric 120, which is illustrated as being the same width as the mat 110. The first pocket 2110 can include a bottom surface 2120. The bottom surface can include a portion of the first fastener system. FIG. 21 illustrates that the first fastener system can include snaps 2130, 2140.

FIG. 22 is another simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with the first pocket 2110 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. In FIG. 22, the first fastener system is not coupled. In particular, the snaps 2130, 2140 are not coupled to snap receivers 2230, 2240. In addition, FIG. 22 illustrates that the first pocket 2110 can further include a back first pocket surface 2220.

While the snaps 2130, 2140 can line up with the snap receivers 2230, 2240 respectively, the snaps 2130 can couple with the snap receivers 2230. By allowing the snaps 2130 to couple with the snaps 2140, the yoga towel can receive a different size mat.

FIG. 23 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with two first pockets 2310 and the mat 110 according to an embodiment. Each first pocket of the two first pockets 2310 include the features associated with a first pocket described above. With two first pockets 2310, each first pocket receives a portion of the mat 110 into a first opening. In some embodiments, each first pocket can include a second opening. The second openings can be on any portion of the first pockets, including one or more pf the portions adjacent to the front edge, the left edge, and/or the right edge of the fabric 120.

FIGS. 24-27 illustrate other configurations of the yoga towel with pockets and/or straps according to embodiments. The pockets and straps included in FIGS. 24-27 can include any of the features described herein. FIG. 24 is another simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket, a second pocket, and a mat according to an embodiment. FIG. 25 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with two first pockets, two second pockets, and a mat according to an embodiment. FIG. 26 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket, a strap, and a mat according to an embodiment. FIG. 27 is a simplified bottom view of a yoga towel with a first pocket, two second pockets, and a mat according to an embodiment.

FIG. 28 is another simplified top view of a yoga towel according to an embodiment. The yoga towel can include a fabric 2820. The fabric 2820 can include a top surface 2830, a front edge 2832, a back edge 2835, a left edge 2838, and a right edge 2841. The front edge 2832 can include a first end 2834 and a second end 2833. The right edge 2841 can include a first end 2842 and a second end 2843. The back edge 2835 can include a first end 2836 and a second end 2837. The left edge 2838 can include a first end 2839 and a second end 2840. The second end 2833 can terminate at the first end 2842. The second end 2843 can terminate at the first end 2836. The second end 2837 can terminate at the first end 2839. The second end 2840 can terminate at the first end 2834. As can be seen in FIG. 28, the top surface 2830 can include rounded corners, as opposed to corners that come to a point as previously described.

FIG. 29 is a simplified cross-section view of a portion of a yoga towel according to an embodiment. The cross-section view illustrates the composition of the fabric 120 in some embodiments. The fabric 120 can include three layers: a first layer 2910, a second layer 2920, and a third layer 2930. Each layer can include multiple layers. The first layer 2910 and the third layer 2930 can be a type of fabric as previously described. The first layer 2910 and the third layer 2930 can be the same type of fabric or different types of fabric. The second layer 2920 can be batting or similar material. Batting is cotton wadding for use in quilts. The batting can be used as a layer to provide extra cushioning between the first layer 2910 and the third layer 2930.

To hold the three layers together, stitching can be performed after the three layers are built. Stitching can be either by machine or hand. Examples of hand stitching include, but are not limited to, back tack, backstitch, blanket stitch, blind stitch, chain stitch, cross stitch, embroidery stitch, overcast stitch, pad stitch, pick stitch, and slip stitch. Examples of machine stitching include, but are not limited to chain stitch, lock stitch, straight stitch, zigzag stitch, stretch stitch, overlock, cover stitch, running stitch, back stitch, satin stitch, outline stitch, and tacking stitch.

In addition to the stitch to hold the three layers together, there can be a stitch near the edges of the fabric 120. The stitch near the edges of the fabric 120 can be the same fabric as the fabric 120 or a different fabric (binding).

It is also understood that the examples and embodiments described herein are for illustrative purposes only and that various modifications or changes in light thereof will be suggested to persons skilled in the art and are to be included within the spirit and purview of this application and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A yoga towel comprising:

a fabric having a bottom surface, a top surface, a front edge, a back edge, a left edge, a right edge, and a middle portion, wherein a first end of the front edge terminates at a first end of the right edge, wherein a second end of the right edge terminates at a first end of the back edge, wherein a second end of the back edge terminates at a first edge of the left edge, wherein a second end of the left edge terminates at a second end of the front edge, and wherein the middle portion is between the front edge and the back edge; and

a strap to retain a mat between the strap and the bottom surface, wherein the strap is positioned over at least a portion of the middle portion, and wherein the strap is connected to the fabric in at least two places.

2-5. (canceled)

6. The yoga towel of claim 1, further comprising:

a second strap to retain the mat between the second strap and the bottom surface, wherein the second strap is positioned over at least a portion of the middle portion, and wherein the strap is connected to the fabric in at least two places, wherein the second strap is located in a front portion of the fabric, wherein the front portion includes the front edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the front edge and the middle, wherein the second strap is located in a back portion of the fabric, and wherein the back portion includes the back edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the back edge and the middle.

7-10. (canceled)

11. The yoga towel of claim 1, where the at least two places include the left edge and the right edge.

12. The yoga towel of claim 1, where the at least two places are located on the top surface.

13. The yoga towel of claim 1, where the at least two places are located on the bottom surface.

14. The yoga towel of claim 1, wherein the strap includes a left piece and a right piece, wherein the left piece is attached to the fabric in at least one of the at least two places, wherein the right piece is attached to the fabric in a different at least one of the at least two places, wherein the left piece and the right piece include a fastener system to couple the left piece and the right piece together, and wherein the fastener system can include at least one of: a hook and loop system, a button system, a snap system, a ribbon system, a magnetic system, and a zipper system.

15-17. (canceled)

18. The yoga towel of claim 1, wherein the yoga towel includes at least one adhesive portion for preventing the yoga towel from slipping on a surface, wherein the at least one adhesive portion is at least one of: a non-slip fabric, a no-skid rug backing, a plastic coating, a hook-and-eye type material, a vinyl-type material, and a rubber piece.

19-21. (canceled)

22. The yoga towel of claim 1, wherein the fabric includes a first layer, a second layer, and a third layer, wherein the second layer is between the first layer and the third layer, wherein the second layer is thicker than either of the first layer and the third layer, and wherein the second layer includes quilt batting.

23. (canceled)

24. A yoga towel comprising:

a fabric having a bottom surface, a top surface, a front edge, a back edge, a left edge, a right edge, and a front portion, wherein a first end of the front edge terminates at a first end of the right edge, wherein a second end of the right edge terminates at a first end of the back edge, wherein a second end of the back edge terminates at a first edge of the left edge, wherein a second end of the left edge terminates at a second end of the front edge, wherein the front portion includes the front edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the front edge and the middle, and wherein the middle is half-way between the front edge and the back edge; and

a first pocket coupled to the front portion, wherein the first pocket includes a first opening to receive a first portion of the mat between the first pocket and the bottom surface, wherein the first pocket includes a second opening, wherein the second opening includes a front fastener system to close the second opening.

25. The yoga towel of claim 24, wherein the first pocket includes a bottom first pocket surface, a right first pocket edge, a left first pocket edge, and a front first pocket edge, wherein a first end of the right first pocket edge terminates at a second end of the front first pocket edge, wherein a first end of the front first pocket edge terminates at a second end of the left first pocket edge, wherein the first opening is located opposite of the front first pocket edge, and wherein the second opening is located on at least one of: the bottom first pocket surface, the front first pocket edge, the right first pocket edge, and the left first pocket edge.

26-28. (canceled)

29. The yoga towel of claim 24, further comprising:

a second pocket coupled to a back portion, wherein the back portion includes the back edge, the middle, and the fabric that is between the back edge and the middle, wherein the second pocket includes a third opening to receive a second portion of the mat between the second pocket and the bottom surface.

30. The yoga towel of claim 29, wherein the second pocket includes a fourth opening, wherein the fourth opening includes a back fastener system to close the fourth opening.

31. The yoga towel of claim 30, wherein the second pocket includes a bottom second pocket surface, a back second pocket edge, a left second pocket edge, and a right second pocket edge, wherein a second end of the right second pocket edge terminates at a first end of the back second pocket edge, wherein a second end of the back second pocket edge terminates at a first end of the left second pocket edge, wherein the third opening is located opposite of the back second pocket edge, and wherein the fourth opening is located on at least one of: the bottom second pocket surface, the back second pocket edge, the right second pocket edge, or the left second pocket edge.

32-39. (canceled)

40. The yoga towel of claim 24, wherein the yoga towel does not include an additional pocket to receive a second portion of the mat.

41. (canceled)

42. The yoga towel of claim 40, further comprising:

a strap to retain the mat between the strap and the bottom surface, wherein the strap is positioned over at least a portion of the fabric, and wherein the strap is connected to the fabric in at least two places.

43. (canceled)

44. The yoga towel of claim 42, further comprising:

a second strap to retain the mat between the second strap and the bottom surface, wherein the second strap is positioned over at least a portion of the fabric, and wherein the strap is connected to the fabric in at least two places.

45-57. (canceled)

58. A yoga towel comprising:

a fabric having a bottom surface, a top surface, a front edge, a back edge, a left edge, a right edge, a front portion, and a middle portion, wherein a first end of the front edge terminates at a first end of the right edge, wherein a second end of the right edge terminates at a first end of the back edge, wherein a second end of the back edge terminates at a first edge of the left edge, wherein a second end of the left edge terminates at a second end of the front edge, wherein the front portion includes the front edge, a middle of the fabric, and the fabric that is between the front edge and the middle, wherein the middle is half-way between the front edge and the back edge, and wherein the middle portion is between the front edge and the back edge;

a strap to retain a mat between the strap and the bottom surface, wherein the strap is positioned over at least a portion of the middle portion, and wherein the strap is connected to the fabric in at least two places; and

a first pocket coupled to the front portion, wherein the first pocket includes a first opening to receive a first portion of the mat between the first pocket and the bottom surface, wherein the first pocket includes a second opening, wherein the second opening includes a front fastener system to close the second opening.

59-65. (canceled)

66. The yoga towel of claim 58, wherein the yoga towel does not include an additional pocket to receive a second portion of the mat.

67. (canceled)

68. The yoga towel of claim 58, wherein the yoga towel includes at least one adhesive surface for preventing the yoga towel from slipping on a surface, wherein the at least one adhesive portion is on the bottom surface, the strap, or the first pocket.

69-71. (canceled)

72. The yoga towel of claim 58, wherein the fabric includes a first layer, a second layer, and a third layer, wherein the second layer is between the first layer and the third layer, wherein the second layer is thicker than either of the first layer and the third layer, and wherein the second layer includes quilt batting.

73-88. (canceled)