Abstract: A sterile case for an electronic device used during medical procedures includes a rigid housing with at least one transparent face. An opening in the housing permits movement of the device into and out of the housing in, for example, a direction parallel to the length or width of the housing. A door attached to the housing moves between open and closed positions to seal the opening. A sleeve is configured to be received, when the door is in the open position, partially within the housing and to extend outward from the housing through the opening. The sleeve defines a bore aligned with the opening and configured to receive the device and to permit insertion of the device through the sleeve into the housing without contact between the device and a rim of the housing surrounding the opening.

Abstract: A solar powered motion sensing system that is integrated into a purse or other handbag including but not limited to a piece of luggage, a clutch purse, or the like. The solar powered motion sensing system activates a light upon detection of a hand or other motion entering the handbag.

Abstract: There is provided a hair clipping device. The hair clip has a first leg portion and a second leg portion formed from a wire configured by bending such that the first and second leg portions lie adjacent and are biased against each other for securing hair therebetween. Surface of the first and second leg portions is provided with an anti-slipping coating for enhancing gripping of hair arranged between the first and second leg portions by the hair clip.

Abstract: A hair collection center structure encompass a nylon halo cylinder for allowing a hair bundle to pass through the center. The nylon cylinder is tightly rolled with hair elastic connected to the nylon to extend letting the rubber band snap around the halo cylinder keeping the hair in place. The nylon cylinder is formed by placing a hole at the end of the nylon and tightly rolling it to form a thick circular bun. The thickness and strength which are extremely sufficient for facilitating the beauty bun style by placing the hair in a secure and protected bun. The elastic allows the rubber band length to stretch fixing the hair in a round circular shape, avoiding the need of uncomfortable pins.

Abstract: A gelatinize hairdressing foil and its preparation method are disclosed. One surface of said gelatinize hairdressing foil is a dark side, which contacts with hair, and an other surface of said gelatinize hairdressing foil is a bright side. Said dark side is provided with a zonal gelatinize layer. An anti-adhesive layer can be provided on said bright side. The hairdressing foil can contain an aluminum foil, can be provided with a release layer on said dark side, and can be provided with aluminum foils on both surfaces and a plastic film between said two aluminum foils. When quiff is put on said dark side, it is adhered by the release layer on the dark side. Therefore, the quiff is apt to form a layer instead of a tangle, and when liquid medicine for perming and dyeing is coated on hair, each hair could be coated with said liquid medicine.

Abstract: A touch-screen hairdryer includes a touch screen and a control circuit, the touch screen is connected with the control circuit and arranged for receiving a touch signal from a user and then transmitting it to the control circuit, and the control circuit includes a wind speed adjusting circuit and a power adjusting circuit which are silicon controlled circuits arranged for adjusting wind speed and power according to the touch signal respectively. In comparison with the prior art, since the wind speed or power is adjusted by the silicon controlled rectifiers according to the touch signals inputted, thus a higher safety is obtained, and moreover the service life of the silicon controlled rectifiers is longer than the mechanical switch significantly.

Abstract: This invention is a dual cavity unit constructed in one of two different sizes to snugly store either a can of shaving cream or a can of shaving gel together with a manual shaving razor. Said invention is constructed primarily of neoprene or any other malleable material which has some amount of elasticity and is resistant to water, but not impervious. It is important to the invention that the material is resistant to the effects of water because it is intended to be used near water and in wet environments. It is also important that the material not be impervious to the effects of water in order to have planned obsolescence and generate repeat sales in the future. Further, the main advantage of this invention is the soft, pliable, and/or padded material used to construct it.

Abstract: A drawing device includes: a mounting unit having a mounting surface on which a finger or a toe having a nail is placed; a drawing unit configured to draw at least one specific line on the nail placed on the mounting surface from a first direction; and a nail shape detection unit configured to acquire a specific picture by imaging the specific line from a second direction different from the first direction and to detect a curved shape of the nail in a width direction of the nail based on a shape of the specific line along the width direction in the specific picture.

Abstract: Disclosed is a gravity flow spool valve for dispensing small volumes of liquid. The valve comprises an elongated hollow housing and a piston adapted to move within the interior of the housing. The piston has a first and second spool, spaced from each other using a coupling rod. The piston is coupled to an activation button which moves the piston from a dispense position to an intake position. In the intake position, the second spool is moved past a series of intake holes in the housing and fluid surrounding the holes flows into the chamber defined between the interior surface of the housing, the first spool and the second spool. When in the dispense position, the chamber is in communication with a spout and a ventilation hole which allows the fluid contained within the chamber to flow out the spout. One application of the valve is dispensing perfume samples.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cosmetic container. The cosmetic container includes: a main body, in which a liquid material is stored; a rod insertion container inserted into the main body and provided with one or more liquid inflow holes, through which the liquid material stored in the main body flows in; a forcibly inserting means for drawing out a brush to the outside; a brush supporting means including a brush support piece mounted with a brush; an elastic member, and a cap. According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent a cosmetic liquid from being hardened inside a container by securing a sealing structure of the cosmetic container. Further, according to the present invention, it is possible to stably keep a cosmetic container, thereby extending a lifespan of a product. Further, according to the present invention, it is possible to enable a user to more conveniently and easily wear nail polish compared to an existing method in using a cosmetic container.

Abstract: A cosmetic dispenser with an inner body, an outer body, and an elevator cup has a rotary extension and retraction mechanism, a first annular bearing surface retained relative to the inner or outer body and an annular wall retained relative to the other of the outer or inner body. The annular wall can be a skirt of the outer body and can be crenelated into arcuate merlons and crenels. The merlons establish an effective circumference that overlaps with the circumference of the first annular bearing surface to provide frictional resistance to a rotation of the inner body relative to the outer body. The merlons can surround the first annular bearing surface and establish a circumference smaller than the circumference of the first annular bearing surface. The annular bearing surface can be a lateral bearing surface, and a second annular bearing surface can form a longitudinal bearing surface.

Abstract: An applicator device or dispenser includes a stone applicator tip and a housing which may, in some examples, have a reservoir for containing a product, such as a cosmetics product or a medicinal product. The stone tip comprises a material that is capable of storing and retaining and/or transferring thermal energy during application of the product.

Abstract: An applicator assembly having an application element, a blending element and a retaining element. The application element comprises a material configured to retain an application material and distribute the application material onto a surface and the blending element comprises a material configured to distribute the application material on the surface. Together the application and blending elements allow the process of transferring, distributing and blending the application material onto the surface to be performed with a single application assembly. Embodiments of the applicator assembly have the application element and the blending element to be comprised of materials with different characteristics.

Abstract: A wiper which seals the container upon withdrawal of an applicator from the container. The wiper comprises an upper part and a lower part which is a sealing part, and wherein the sealing part is a self-sealing resilient structure. In a closed state of the sealing part, the sealing part forms a seal at a distal end of the wiper and in an open state, an opening is formed at the distal end of the wiper, when the applicator is inserted into the wiper. The wiper of the present disclosure can be employed in the container used for application of cosmetic or care products include viscous cosmetics, mascara, eye liner, lip gloss, hair color and like products.

Abstract: A bag, such as a backpack, is provided having first and second closure mechanisms. The backpack includes an opening at the top end of the bag, with the first and the second closure mechanisms configured to selectively secure and close the opening. The first closure mechanism is configured to couple a front side and a back side of the backpack at the top end to partially close the opening and form a first slot and a second slot. The second closure mechanism is configured to partially or completely secure the opening by securing a first edge of the opening to a second edge of the opening to close each slot. The second closure mechanism includes a first and a second releasable fastener which may be zippers. The first and second slots are alignable with one or more interior sections to form first and second equipment storage compartments within the backpack.

Abstract: A body harness device for carrying a container and supporting a variety of tools thereon. The device includes a harness having a belt adjustably secured to a first shoulder strap and a second shoulder strap. The device further includes a container strap that is removably secured between the front sections of the shoulder straps. The belt and shoulder straps include fasteners, such as clips, hooks, magnets, and D-rings, for attaching a variety of tools to the harness. In this way, a user reduces the amount of trips needed in order to obtain necessary tools for painting and the like, while allowing the tools to be conveniently accessed. The device further allows the user to carry the tools and container hands-free, therefore enabling the user to hold himself or herself in a stable position while on a ladder, scaffold, rooftop and the like.

Abstract: Disclosed is a backpack cot, operating from a backpack position for hiking to a cot position for sleeping. The backpack cot has a frame. The frame includes a plurality of rigid members and a plurality of hinges for unfolding the backpack cot from the backpack position to the cot position. The backpack cot has a sleeping surface. The backpack cot also has a combination storage container and flotation device, for sealing contents of the container and for serving as a life preserver. The backpack cot may also have a carriage area for holding the storage container, a pair of shoulder straps, a waist belt, and a padded back which, together comprise the sleeping surface in the cot position.

Abstract: A two-layer wristband, including: a first U-shaped symmetrical band having two hollow portion on the two ends of the first U-shaped symmetrical band, respectively, each hollow portion is formed with a vertical wall protruding from the first U-shaped symmetrical band; a second U-shaped symmetrical band having a depressed portion on its outer surface, a pair of ring-like grooves is formed in the depressed portion; wherein the first U-shaped symmetrical band is placed in the depressed portion of the second U-shaped symmetrical band, and the pair of vertical wall of the first U-shaped symmetrical band joins the pair of ring-like grooves, respectively.

Abstract: An electrical cord management apparatus that is operable to position an electrical cord of a electrically powered device being held by a user such that the electrically powered device is in front of the user wherein the electrical cord management apparatus is configured to maintain the electrical cord extending outward from the electrically powered device behind the user. The electrical cord management device includes a planar body having a first slot and a second slot configured to releasably secure the body to a user. Extending outward from the body away from a user is a support arm. The support arm extends outward and is further mounted to extend at a downward angle so as to maintain a desired position of the electrical cord engaged therewith. The support arm a keeper secured thereto that is operable to releasably secure a portion of an electrical cord therein.

Abstract: An applicator for cosmetic products, typically mascara, comprising a brush made up of fibers trapped between two twisted arms extending in an axial direction and defining turns is characterized in that at least one of said turns is a turn that is not circular. More particularly, these turns describe noncircular ellipses. Such an applicator can be obtained by radial crushing of a standard type brush.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a paint-coating brush consisting of a rectangular flat body plate, a handle installed on a center of an upper surface of the body plate, and a plurality of bristles bundled on a lower surface of the body plate, wherein a front end portion of the said plate is bended downward to form a sharp R-shaped muzzle section. The procedures of using the paint-coating brush include: (A) dipping the plurality of bristles in paint; (B) using a front end (tip) portion of the body plate to contact a borderline of a target object and then coating towards a central part of the object being painted. However, the procedure of masking non-coating areas is not included.

Abstract: The toothbrush and tongue cleaner is a device adapted for use in oral hygiene. The toothbrush and tongue cleaner is a combination toothbrush and tongue cleaning device mounted on a single handle. The toothbrush and tongue cleaner comprises a handle, a toothbrush, and a tongue cleaning device.

Abstract: Provided is a folding table for which a work of installing leg units on a tabletop is simplified, and squeaking and rattling are prevented even when the tabletop is used for a long period of time, so that the tabletop can be rotated smoothly. A protruding portion that protrudes in a horizontal direction is integrally formed on a bracket. By providing, on an upper portion of the leg units, a fitting hole into which the protruding portion fits and fitting the protruding portion into the fitting hole while crimping a distal end of the protruding portion in the horizontal direction, the bracket is connected to the leg units, and the tabletop is rotated using the protruding portion as a rotating shaft.

Abstract: Adjustable height systems that are easy to manufacture, cost effective and simple to use. The systems use a hidden ratchet mechanism to adjust their height without introducing pinch points or other safety concerns. Moreover, because the ratchet mechanisms are hidden, they do not adversely impact the esthetics of the systems.

Abstract: A collapsible support device configured to support an object in an inclined position, may include a base portion and an upper support panel. A hinge connecting the base portion to the upper support panel may be disposed at one edge of the base portion and a first edge of the upper support panel. The collapsible support device may be configured to be in at least one open position such that the base portion and the upper support panel are at an angle relative to each other and to be in a closed position such that the upper support panel lays against the base portion. The collapsible support device may be used to support the object at an inclined position in the open position.

Abstract: For multiple viewing angle media support, and apparatus includes three support sides. Each support side includes a back support and an edge support. A top of each back support is in physical communication with an adjacent edge support clockwise about a central axis and each back support and each edge support is in physical communication with two ends of a solid interior. Each back support, each edge support, and each end is a surface of the solid interior, the solid interior is a pillow covered in fabric, a first viewing angle of the first back support is 36 degrees, a second viewing angle of the second back support is 74 degrees, and a third viewing angle of the third back support is 49 degrees.

Abstract: The over bed caddy is a transportable table that is adapted for use with a person. The over bed caddy is adapted for use with a person in a reclined or upright position. The over bed caddy provides one or more horizontal surfaces for use by the person in the reclined position on a reclining surface. The over bed caddy is adjustable in height. The over bed caddy is mounted on a rolling frame. The over bed caddy provides lighting and electric power for use at the one or more horizontal surfaces. The over bed caddy comprises a tray assembly, a personal storage unit, a telescopic stanchion, and an H assembly. The H assembly is attached to the telescopic stanchion, which is attached to the tray assembly. The personal storage unit is adapted to receive domestic items and devices.

Abstract: A modular shelving system includes height-adjustable second vertical members that receive horizontal supports. Each second vertical member is supported by a first vertical member. Each combined first vertical member and second vertical member can be fastened together at different locations so the second vertical member can be positioned at different heights. The modular shelving may have a base to receive and stabilize the first vertical members. At the top of each second vertical member there may be an adjustment mechanism. The adjustment mechanism may be adjusted upward to be pressure fit against an upper stationary object such as a ceiling to help stabilize the modular shelving.

Abstract: A hanging file folder frame is disclosed in several embodiments one of which is constructed of three segments. Two frames are joined together by rails. The frame includes a slot of a particular profile and the rails have a similar profile to slide into the slots. On the bottom of the frame are recesses sized to receive a portion of a wireframe leg. The leg is prevented from being ejected from the frame by a spanning flange which bridges part of the recess and confines a part of the leg between the recess walls and the flange.

Abstract: A fixing device includes a pedestal (10), provided with a first chute (11) extending along a first direction, a first limiting part being provided in the first chute (11); a bracket (20), detachably provided on the pedestal (10), wherein a slide block (21) is provided on the bracket (20), a limited part adapted to the first limiting part in shape is provided on the slide block (21), and the first limiting part and the limited part form a buckled structure so as to fix the bracket (20) on the pedestal (10) along a vertical direction; and a connecting arm (30), wherein a first end of the connecting arm (30) is provided on the bracket (20), and a mounting part (31) connected with a display screen is provided at a second end of the connecting arm (30). By the matching between the slide block (21) and the first chute (11), the first limiting part and the limited part form the buckled structure, so that the fixing device is reusable and convenient to assemble and disassemble.

Abstract: A table may be sized and configured to nest with one or more adjacent tables to reduce a height of the table in a nested configuration. The table may include a table top constructed from molded plastic and the table top may include a receiving portion sized and configured to receive an engaging portion of a frame of an adjacent table in the nested configuration. The table may also include a metal frame connected to the table top and the frame may include an engaging portion sized and configured to be disposed in a receiving portion of an adjacent table in the nested configuration. If desired, an outer surface of the engaging portion may be visible and exposed in the recess in the lip.

Abstract: A self-closing slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail, and a self-closing mechanism. The second rail is longitudinally displaceable relative to the first rail. The self-closing mechanism includes a housing, an elastic member, and a movable member. The housing is mounted on the first rail. The movable member is movable within the housing in response to the elastic energy released by the elastic member. The second rail is retracted relative to the first rail by the movable member upon engagement therewith when moving from an extended position toward a retracted position.

Abstract: A drive device for a moveable furniture part includes an ejection element, an ejection force accumulator, and a locking device for the ejection element. The locking device has a locking journal which is subjected to action of the ejection force accumulator, and can be locked in a locked position in a region of a catch on a guide rail. The catch area has a locking pin which is fixed with respect to the guide rail. The locking journal which is subjected to the force of the ejection force accumulator is arranged in the catch region such that it can be slowed down and/or dampened.

Abstract: A drawer pull-out guide includes a basic-structure rail, which can be fastened on a basic furniture structure, and at least one pull-out rail, which is mounted such that it can be displaced relative to the basic-structure rail between an open position and a closed position. At least one lifting device is provided, by which the pull-out rail can be raised relative to the basic-structure rail towards the end of the closing movement. The lifting device has at least a two-part design, including a raising device, for raising the pull-out rail, and a bearing device, for supporting the pull-out rail in the closed position, and the raising device, in the closed position of the pull-out rail, is relieved of the loading of the pull-out rail.

Abstract: The invention provides a merchandiser including a case that has a base and side walls extending upward from the base to at least partially define a product display area. The merchandiser also includes a bumper assembly coupled to an exterior surface of the base, the bumper assembly including a plurality of shock absorbers attached to and extending outward from the exterior surface. The shock absorbers are spaced apart from each other along the base. The bumper assembly also includes an elongate bumper coupled to distal ends of the shock absorbers and biased outward from the base by the shock absorbers.

Abstract: A bleacher seating system provides a seatback locking and release mechanism to allow for rapid simultaneous repositioning of the seat backs in each row of seating. The system includes a plurality of seats arranged in a row and coupled to a forward edge portion of a deck via seat mounting brackets in the form of parallel plates each defining a gap therebetween. Each of the seats includes a seat portion and a back portion that is pivotable between an upright use position and a collapsed storage position. An elongate actuator bar is rotatably supported in respective bores formed in the plates, and seatback brackets are positioned in the gaps for pivotably coupling the back portions to respective seat mounting brackets. Release members extend from the elongate actuator bar and are disposed in the gaps for selective engagement with pivot-lock elements of the seatback brackets.

Abstract: A foot and/or leg support device for a chair. The chair includes a central post having a base, a seat supported by the central post and having a front seat edge, and a plurality of support legs which branch from the base of the central post. The support device includes a clamp for attachment to the central post of the chair, mountable to different diameters of the central post, a cantilever arm which extends from the clamp, and a support frame located at a distal end of the cantilever arm for supporting a foot and/or leg of a user, the cantilever arm being a length wherein at least part of the support frame extends past a vertical plane of the front seat edge of the chair. In an example, the support frame can be installed onto the central post without disassembling the chair.

Abstract: A universal media pocket is provided. Disclosed is a universal media pocket that includes a durable outer body, a pair of handles pivotably coupled to the durable outer body, and a closing mechanism at a base of the pair of handles and configured to close an inside volume enclosed by the durable outer body. The pair of handles in a first position are configured to attach the universal media pocket to an object and in a second position are configured to remove the universal media pocket from the object. Also disclosed is a chair with a universal media pocket. The chair arm includes a first and a second hook. The universal media pocket hangs from the chair arm, coupled to the chair arm using the first and the second hook.

Abstract: A buoyant pool lounge chair frame and buoyant pool lounge chair using the same are disclosed. In one embodiment of the buoyant pool lounge chair frame for supporting a floatation device while the buoyant pool chair frame is floating in water, a pod frame is provided including a rigid base portion and a window having a vertical opening therethrough. A substantially inverted parabolic surface is positioned at the front of the pod frame and a centra including a rigid back is positioned at the rear of the pod frame such that the window is therebetween. The pod frame is sized to accept a floatation device such that the substantially inverted parabolic surface and the centra engage the floatation device in a load-bearing relationship.

Abstract: A seating unit having a foldable bed includes: a base with an internal cavity and a rear wall; a foldable bed that includes separate and distinct head, intermediate and seat sections, wherein in a folded position, the intermediate and seat sections are generally horizontally disposed and positioned in vertically stacked relationship, and the head section is generally vertically disposed and positioned adjacent the rear wall of the base, and in an unfolded position, the head, intermediate and seat sections are generally horizontally disposed and in serial alignment with each other; and a bed folding mechanism that is attached to the base and the head, intermediate and seat sections that controls the movement of the bed between the folded and unfolded positions.

Abstract: A seating apparatus with adjustable cushioning, comprises a seat base and an inflatable bladder comprising a plurality of air cells. The inflatable bladder is positioned in between at least two polyurethane foam layers, supported on the seat base. The seating apparatus further comprises a pump unit operatively connected to the inflatable bladder via a conduit for inflating or deflating the plurality of air cells for providing adjustable firmness to the seating apparatus.

Abstract: A support apparatus includes a force sensing array positioned thereon that includes multiple layers of material that are arranged to define an elastically stretchable sensing sheet. The sensing sheet may be placed underneath a patient to detect interface forces or pressures between the patient and the support structure that the patient is positioned on. The force sensing array includes a plurality of force sensors. The force sensors are defined where a row conductor and a column conductor approach each other on opposite sides of a force sensing material, such as a piezoresistive material. In order to reduce electrical cross talk between the plurality of sensors, a semiconductive material is included adjacent the force sensing material to create a PN junction with the force sensing material. This PN junction acts as a diode, limiting current flow to essentially one direction, which, in turn, reduces cross talk between the multiple sensors.

Abstract: The composite fabric is suitable as a flame barrier for different articles, such as mattresses, pillows, seats and upholstered furniture and is made from a plurality of joined breathable layers including at least one textile layer and one impervious layer joined including a knitted textile layer made of cellulose fibers of natural renewable origin including at least 50% of cellulose flame-retardant fibers, and the impervious layer including an halogen free plastic material selected among polyurethane or polyester incorporating a known flame-retardant or inhibitor additive.

Abstract: Mattresses and methods for processing a flexible foam material for use in a mattress to provide a mattress foam material that has more consistent firmness over time and area. The methods include pre-conditioning the foam pad or mattress by applying a force across a substantial portion of a major surface of the mattress to compress or stretch the height of the foam, the length of the foam, and/or the width of the foam to break or open closed cells. In certain embodiments, the force is applied by repeatedly pressing a platen against the foam pad or placing the foam pad between one or more rollers.

Abstract: A baby rocking bed includes a pivot unit, a lower frame connected with the pivot unit, a connecting unit connected with the lower frame, and an upper frame connected with the pivot unit and the connecting unit. Thus, when the movable member of the connecting unit is moved upward on the elbow pipe of the connecting unit, the upper frame is disposed at an inclined state so that the rocking bed is disposed at an inclined state to facilitate the user feeding the baby safely, and when the movable member is moved downward on the elbow pipe, the upper frame is disposed at a horizontal state so that the rocking bed is directly lowered and returned to the original position, without disturbing the sleeping baby.

Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.

Abstract: A hanging merchandising product divider and pusher system and method dispense retail products. The system and method have a first divider having a length defined between a front end and a rear end and a height defined between a top end and a bottom end, at least one second divider having a length defined between a front end and a rear end and a height defined between a top end and a bottom end, and at least one connection plate connecting at least a portion of bottom end of the first divider to at least a portion of the bottom end of the second divider. The system and method also have at least one rear support connector connecting at least a portion of the rear end of the first divider to at least a portion of the rear end of the second divider and a first pocket defined by the first and second dividers, the connection plate, the rear support connector and the front ends of the first and second dividers, wherein the first pocket is sized or configured to receive one or more first retail products.

Abstract: An apparatus at a dispensary where herbal products are sold to a consumer who has authorization to use the herbal products. The present invention fulfills in an innovative way four requirements for such a dispensary: (a) a safe to store all herbal products in a secure manner; (b) a user friendly display where different variations and quantities of herbal products are securely displayed with advisory information on each displayed product; (c) a series of electronic scales inside locked compartments to accurately weigh the amount of herbal products contained in the apparatus; and (d) an accurate inventory control system connected to a computer that uses data points received from the scales housed in the interior of the apparatus and gives real-time inventory measurements.

Abstract: A modular support column allows electrical signal- and power-transmitting lines between a data-processing device and an associated weighing device to be enclosed. The modular support column includes a foot module (5; 6), at least a primary pole module (10), at least one adapter module (20, 50), mechanical connector elements (70, 80) and fasteners (55, 75). The modular support column, when assembled, has a central axis (a) defining an axial direction. A first axial end (11) of the primary pole module is connected to the foot module which, in turn, is to a chassis base (4) of a weighing scale (3). A second axial end (12) is connected to the at least one adapter module. The mechanical connector elements and fasteners are also enclosed. Extension pole modules (40) and adapter modules (20, 50) can extend the modular support column.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus that is configured to provide alternate lengths in order to assist in mounting an object or a plurality of objects to a wall. The mounting apparatus includes a first portion and a second portion that are slidably engaged. The first portion and second portion are rectangular in shape an planar in manner. The first portion includes an upper edge that is configured to mateably engage with the upper edge of the second portion and further maintain engagement therewith as the second portion is slidably moved with respect to said first portion. The second portion includes a rear surface that has a ledge member integrally formed therewith. The ledge member includes an upper surface that is perpendicular to the rear surface of the second portion. A plurality of clips are provided and are configured to be secured to a decorative element and releasably engaged with the mounting apparatus.