Abstract: A storage and carry wrap for a plurality of storage containers of relatively rigid material comprises a generally rectangularly shaped base panel having an inner face, an outer face, and opposed ends. A handle is affixed to the base panel midway between the ends. A plurality of pockets or receptacles are affixed to the base panel and are longitudinally disposed along the inner face thereof for releasably receiving the containers. The portions of the base panel on each side of the handle are foldable along spaced-apart transversely extending fold lines to each assume a generally U-shaped configuration with the receptacles being disposed in confronting relation. A cover affixed to the base panel proximal the handle includes first and second cover panel sections extending in opposite directions from the handle, and connects to the base panel portions when folded in their U-shaped configuration.

Abstract: This invention relates to a multi-purpose traveling suitcase which comprises: (1) a backboard; (2) a fixed case attached to the lower front side of the backboard, wherein the fixed case has a pair of casters located at the lower front outer corners away from the backboard; (3) a swinging case attached to the upper side of the backboard, and (4) a scissor-like support at the back side of the backboard, wherein the scissor-like support comprises a pair of leg members and a pair of drive rod members, wherein the pair of leg members comprises a pair of leg wheels at the lower ends. The swinging case can be swung backward, which, with the support of the scissor-like support, turns the multi-purpose traveling suitcase into a stroller.

Abstract: A multipurpose suitcase dimensioned and configured to be allowed into a passenger airplane as carry-on luggage. The suitcase includes a base compartment and a movable upper compartment. The suitcase can be quickly reconfigured to form a seat on which a child can be seated. A harness secures the child in the seat. The invention permits a parent to transport an infant or toddler easily through a busy airport, together with luggage.

Abstract: A multipurpose suitcase dimensioned and configured to be allowed into a passenger airplane as carry-on luggage. The suitcase includes a base compartment and a movable upper compartment. The suitcase can be quickly reconfigured to form a seat on which a child can be seated. A harness secures the child in the seat. The invention permits a parent to transport an infant or toddler easily through a busy airport, together with luggage.

Abstract: The carrying case-wearing vest which is convertible between a carrying case for fishing rods, guns and hunting and fishing accessories and a vest garment configuration includes a unit of material having two mirror image panels (a right and left panel) which may be folded together and releasably connected by a full perimeter zipper to form a carrying case configuration which may support the transportation of a fishing pole or hunting artillery. The upper corner of the front right panel may be fastened by a buckle to the back side of the left lower panel and the upper corner of the left front panel may be fastened by a buckle to the back side of the lower corner of the right panel to form a vest for wearing the carrying case in a vest garment configuration.

Abstract: A baby supplies case and bag/bassinet combination with an openable front flap. Unzipping the flap reveals a shelved case holding diapers and baby supplies. Attached to the lowest shelf by a hinge is a hollow wedge shaped baby wipes container of sufficient length to extend to a cutout in the above shelf where the wide end of the wedge-shaped container rests. The wide end has raised ridges at either end thereof which retain a protective lid in position. In the middle of the wide end is an oval opening which provides access to baby wipes. When this wedge shaped container is rotated downward and the protective lid is slid open, a baby wipe can be retrieved. Due to the wedge shape of the container, it will not impede the removal of objects from the shelf behind. Resting on the middle shelf of the case is a holder for a container of baby powder. When this holder is rotated downwardly, it hangs from supports attached to the shelf on which it was resting.

Abstract: An aerobic step incorporated as an integral part of a carrying case, having its platform as an outer surface thereof, which case having thereby sufficient internal volume for carrying personal items and other belongings, thereby eliminating the need for carrying two items using the aerobic step case for both purposes. The case being formed by attaching to the step flexible fabric material of the type normally employed in tote bags and soft suitcases. The means for attachment being of several types depending upon the end use of the case, that is, by adhesives, staples, snap-on fasteners or the like. The flexible material further comprises a handle and slide fastener for opening and closing. Other embodiments comprising rigid container portions with an end open for attachment to the aerobic step by hinges or other means so constructed and arranged to substitute for a typical cosmetic case or suitcase used in traveling.

Abstract: An infant cushion and cover combination including an integrated blanket and a cushion placed inside of a fabric cover. The fabric cover includes a blanket which is closable over the top of the fabric cover. With the blanket closed, an infant may be positioned between the top of the fabric cover and the blanket. The cushion has elevated edges that prevent an infant from rolling off the cushion. The cushion may be removed from the fabric cover and is then usable as a diaper changing pad with the moisture resistant cover in place over the cushion.

Abstract: The present invention is a sun shield which can be easily attached and/or detached from most standard sized beach chairs. In another embodiment, the sun shield is attached to a frame which has a bag stretched around the frame to provide a carrying case for beach items as well as a comfortable pillow for the user to rest his/her head upon. Additionally, the sun shield may fold up to act as a handle, and to facilitate carrying that bag. In yet another embodiment of the invention, the sun shield is attached to a cooler which is designed to carry items in a cooling environment to or from the beach and/or the poolside. It also provides the user with a comfortable headrest to rest his or her head upon while sunbathing.

Abstract: A carrier is provided for converting from a duffle-type bag to a folding, garment bag and vice versa. The duffle-type bag includes an oblong, soft-sided, expansible central compartment having an access through the top thereof. The garment bag includes a cover portion having a closure for receiving into a central compartment one or more garments such as suits, dresses, and the like. At least one hook may be provided for receiving a hanger holding the garments. The bag may be readily converted by a user from the duffle-type bag to the garment bag for the particular mode of transport and uses desired.

Abstract: A lighting control console has a base and a top. The top includes a control panel having control members on one side operably connected to control circuits on an opposite side. The circuits are covered by a removable insulation member. The top is connected to the base and is movable relative to the base between a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, the top and base are in nested contact. In the open position, the top is raised relative to the base. A storage compartment is provided in the base. The storage compartment and circuits can be accessed when the top is in the open position. When the top is in the closed position, the insulation member insulates the circuits from the storage compartment. A handle is provided on the console and is suitable for hand gripping so that the control console can be carried.

Abstract: A diaper bag for holding diapers and accessories used for baby care comprising a plurality of compartments, each compartment having a hollow interior bounded by opposed and spaced first and second side walls with a peripheral edge extended therebetween, each compartment having a sealable opening disposed thereon and extended peripherally across a portion of the peripheral edge with the remainder of the peripheral edge thus creating a pivotal connection between the first and second side walls and enabling the first side wall to be pivoted away from the second side wall when the opening is opened and enabling the first side wall to be pivoted towards the second side wall when the opening is closed, with the compartments coupled side-by-side in sequence with common sidewalls defined between adjacent compartments; a plurality of pockets disposed within the compartments and coupled to the side walls and common sidewalls thereof; and a transportable mechanism coupled to the diaper bag for allowing a user to manuall

Abstract: A carrier is provided for converting from a duffle-type bag to a folding, garment bag and vice versa. The duffle-type bag includes an oblong, soft-sided, expansible central compartment having an access through the top thereof. The garment bag includes a cover portion having a closure for receiving into a central compartment one or more garments such as suits, dresses, and the like. At least one hook may be provided for receiving a hanger holding the garments. The bag may be readily converted by a user from the duffle-type bag to the garment bag for the particular mode of transport and uses desired.

Abstract: The invention is an article that combines the functions of a stadium blanket, rain covering and seat cushion. The article has a basically rectangular, sheet-like body that has a waterproof top layer and a flannel bottom layer. To enhance its usefulness as a rain covering, the article includes a waterproof hood attached to one edge of the body. The body also includes a closable pocket or cavity that is adapted to receive and store the hood. The article may include one or more corner-located pockets that may be employed to temporarily store items such as sunglasses or small food containers.

Abstract: This invention relates to a flexible garment and accessory case having a detachable briefcase having a main panel member preferably made of nylon and having a plurality of snap fasteners disposed on the front side thereof for detachably fastening three closeable pouch members thereupon for storing personal belongings such as toiletry products and the like. The flexible garment and accessory case having a detachable briefcase further has a second panel member which is removeably fastened about the main panel member and which is foldable onto itself to form a separate briefcase having separate compartments for storing documents as such and having a pocket ideal for carrying writing utensils as such.

Abstract: Generally there is provided herein a briefcase design which is adapted to hang from a wall bracket and to open to expose pockets, compartments and an expandable file. The briefcase presents a middle pocket/compartment section, a top cover portion attached to this section to form the closure for the briefcase, and an invertible expandable file attached to the lower edge of the pocket/compartment section.

Abstract: A protective cover is foldable into a first configuration as a carrying case, and into a second configuration as an easel. Unfolded, the cover assumes a "T" shape, with first and second surfaces respectively defining the outer and inner surfaces of the carrying case. The cover has a longitudinal portion comprising first and second end sections and a central section, and a "cross-bar" portion comprising the first end section and a pair of flap portions extending laterally therefrom. Hook-and-loop fasteners are disposed on the cover so as to allow the first surface of the second end section to be folded onto and removably fastened to the second surface of the first end section, and the flap portions to be folded onto and removably fastened to the first surface of the central section, thereby forming the carrying case.

Abstract: A convertible hat and bag assembly is formed from a first, hat-shaped layer and a separate, bag-shaped enclosure secured around part of its area to part or all of the peripheral edge of the hat-shaped layer. The bag-shaped enclosure can be stowed inside the hat-shaped layer in order to use the assembly as a hat, while the assembly can be turned inside out with the bag-shaped enclosure outermost and the hat-shaped layer stowed inside the enclosure in order to use the assembly as a bag. The bag enclosure may be in the form of a small bag layer secured around its periphery to the periphery of the hat layer, and may have straps for wearing around the waist. In another version, the bag is a tubular member with closed ends and the hat layer is sewn or releasably secured to the inside of the bag.

Abstract: A compactable thermally insulated carrier includes a Peltier effect thermal control device mounted in a rectangular block of rigid polymeric foam, a first thermally insulative wall panel adapted to fold about the block, and a second insulative panel adapted to fold upon the first panel. When completely assembled, a rectangular enclosure is formed which is elongated between front and rear extremities. The block is positioned at the rear of the enclosure. A flap, integral with one of the panels, serves as a door for the front extremity. An electric fan causes air to move across vanes to the Peltier device, through a portal in the block, and into the enclosure.

Abstract: A combination carrying device and toy including a body having an exterior surface defining a toy-like structure and having interior surfaces defining at least one hollow body cavity being sufficiently sized to contain and carry desired baby accessories. At least one entry panel forms a portion of the exterior surface, the entry panel providing access to the hollow body cavity. The entry panel is fastened in a desired orientation relative to the exterior surface. Preferably, the body is in the shape of an ostensibly stuffed animal, such as a bear.

Abstract: A garment in the form of a vest of jacket comprises a pair of front panels attached to either side of a back portion. The panels define a pair of opposed front edges, each of which is contiguous with one of two bottom edge segments. A vertical bifurcation is formed in the lower part of the back section, defined between a pair of bifurcation edges, each of which is contiguous with one of the bottom edge segments. A first zipper is provided, which, when closed, joins the front panel edges to each other, the bottom edge segments to each other, and the bifurcation edges to each other. When the first zipper is so closed, and the garment is turned inside-out, a bag is formed, with the closed zipper defining a closed bag bottom and closed bag ends, the bag having a top opening defined between a pair of opposed top edges.

Abstract: A container converting between a briefcase, a food and beverage carriage, and a mini-cooler. The container has a case which functions as a briefcase. The case includes a base and a top, each of which has walls defining a hollow center filled with insulating material. The top is secured by a hinge to the base along coextensive edges. A plurality of separate food and beverage carriage inserts may be removably positioned in the base to convert the case into a food and beverage carriage. An insulating mini-cooler adapter converts the case into a mini-cooler.

Abstract: A convertible air cargo container which may be used in the air freight industry. A slidable top cover allows the user to convert a standard cube shaped cargo container, for example, in an M1 configuration, to an AQ7 configuration. Secured to the slidable top cover by a hinge is at least one contoured flap which rotates to alter the upper shape of the cargo container for use in other types of aircraft or other cargo carrier. A piston and spring lock secures the top cover and contoured flaps into the desired position.

Abstract: An infant care platform utilizing first and second members which are hingedly movable relative to one another. The first and second members are arranged such that the bottom portion of the first member is capable of lying at substantially the same level as a surface of the second member to form a support unit. The first and second members may also close to form a chamber. The support unit first and second members also extend relative to one another to form a larger sized platform.

Abstract: An article is disclosed which is capable of being configured as a blanket or mat or the like, or as a carrying bag or knapsack. The article is made of a fabric piece having two opposing arcuate fabric channel halves secured to the lower surface thereof, facing each other. The channel halves define a generally circular channel in the center of the fabric piece. Gaps between the opposing ends of the fabric channel halves expose at least one and preferably two separate continuous ropes which pass through the channel. The fabric piece has a generally circular central portion of smaller diameter than the channel, with at least one retaining loop secured near the circumference thereof.

Abstract: An improved easily stored combination pillow and infant blanket that can be used as a pillow when folded and secured by a zipper or when not folded and secured can be used as an infant size blanket. The blanket folds into itself to minimize any sharp edges on the blanket. Straps are provided to attach the pillow to another surface to keep the pillow in place. When unfolded as a blanket the zipper is only on one side such that the zipper edge does not detract from the use as a soft blanket. When folded in the pillow configuration a strap can be attached for carrying and for ease of use as a carrying bag when objects are placed within the folds of the pillow-blanket for transport.

Abstract: A pillow and tote bag combination including two cushions and a durable soft collapsible sheath with a closable opening therein and handles attached thereto, interconnected between the cushions to form a convenient soft sided tote bag. One part of a two part separable zipper is interconnected to each cushion around its circumference, such that the sheath can be collapsed between the cushions, and the cushions joined together to form an attractive and functional pillow.

Abstract: An extensible motor bicycle is equipped with a body virtually in the form of a suitcase. The body houses within itself, at least partially, several mechanical members necessary for motion and an actuating device operatively connected to the members and capable of automatically controlling coming out and return within the body.

Abstract: A portable infant's play mat has a cushioned base portion and a cushioned wall portion which follows the perimeter of the base portion. Securing means are provided to removably secure the wall portion to the base portion. The base portion is foldable along a fold line. The mat has flaps attached to the underside of the base portion, the open sides of which are securable together with a zipper. With the mat in a folded position, the flaps may be turned inside out such that each encases a portion of the mat. The flaps when inside out and secured together thus form an integral carrying case. With the flaps inside out, a shoulder strap is exposed for easy carrying of the enclosed mat.

Abstract: A portable bassinet made of cardboard which has outer, canopy-housing and an inner box or bassinet-proper for selected insertions into the outer box. One of the four side walls of the inner box is connected to the rest of the inner box only along its lower horizontal edge surface, with the rest of this side wall being free, in order to provide a pivotal safety wall. The safety wall is pivoted to a downward position when the inner box is used as a bassinet, with an infant placed therein, whereby the inner box is prevent from being fully inserted into the outer main box or canopy-housing, in order to prevent accidental suffocation. Handles are provided for aiding in the carrying of the assembly. A first handle is provided on a side wall surface of the inner box which cooperates with a cutout or opening in the corresponding side wall of the outer box.

Abstract: The portable infant's play mat has a cushioned base portion and a cushioned wall portion which follows the perimeter of the base portion. Securing means are provided to removable secure the wall portion to the base portion. Both the wall portion and the base portion are foldable along a bisecting axis. Handles attached to the base portion are provided opposite each other along an axis perpendicular to the bisecting axis, to provide carrying ease when the mat is in a folded position. The securing means may be either a zipper or straps of hook and pile cloth which wrap around the wall portion. Toys or other objects may be removably attached to such straps or alternatively patches of hook and pile cloth may be applied to the wall portion to allow such objects to be affixed thereto. Pockets on the base of the mat are upright when the mat is folded in a carrying position and may be used to store objects during transportation of the mat.

Abstract: A suitcase with multiple hinged joints which allow it to unfold into a single plane and designed to be worn as a vest includes a first plate member, a second plate member and an elongated sheet member. The first plate member has a pair of two opposed edges, a first two opposed edges and a second two opposed edges. Each of the first two opposed edges has two straps. One edge of the second two opposed edges has a handle. The second plate member has a pair of two opposed edges, a first two opposed edges and a second two opposed edges. Each of the first two opposed edges has two straps, which are designed to engage and secure with the straps of the first two edges of the first plate member. One edge of the second two opposed edges of the second plate member has a handle which is aligned with the handle of the first plate member.

Abstract: An article holder and carrier includes a box-like container having fabric walls reinforced with soft, shock-absorbing material and adapted to disconnect along an edge between two walls and around three edges of a base panel to unfold to a flat position for access to articles held within the holder and carrier. Access is also provided by a drawstring closure at one end of the article holder and carrier and is further provided by unfolding the base panel at another end. The article holder and carrier includes pockets or other compartments sewn to an inner surface of the fabric walls and base panel with the pockets or compartments being adapted to hold the articles against the fabric walls providing rigidity and support therefor.

Abstract: A portable lounge/pillow, the lounge portion being made of a sheet material such as plastic or fabric, is convertible to and from a tote bag for carrying articles by folding portions of a sheet over and upon one another about transverse and longitudinal folds to form interior article-holding compartments. Carrying handles are positioned in registry with each other after folding of the sheet portions, and serve as a convenient hand-grip for carrying the articles. A cover sheet is detachably mounted on a sheet such as a fabric sheet for user comfort. A strap hanger enables the lounge/pillow set to be supportably suspended for air drying. Additional article-holding pockets are formed in the sheet for increased carrying capacity. A device for securing the lounge/pillow in a roll without having to deflate the pillow may be provided.

Abstract: A combined suitcase and portable ironing board comprising a pair of suitcase sections each including a closed end surrounded by side walls and an open end. The suitcase sections are pivotably connected to one another along a side wall of each section so that the sections can be pivoted away from each other to an open position with the closed ends in the same plane forming an elongated, contiguous, substantially flat ironing board surface. A panel extends outwardly from the side wall of one suitcase section opposite the side wall which is pivotably connected to the other suitcase section and has a substantially flat surface lying in substantially the same plane as the closed ends forming an extension of the ironing board surface. Means are provided for supporting the panel in its outwardly extending position and for retracting the panel through an opening in the side wall when the panel is not in use.

Abstract: A cushion dimensioned to support a seated user is comprised of an outer covering with handles defined by a continuous strap attached to the outer covering. A foam cushion layer is permanently attached to the outer covering and a liquid filled pouch is slideably enclosed by the outer covering.

Abstract: A collapsible multicompartmented pack able to be affixed to the back of a garment. The pack may include two compartments; a first boxlike collapsible compartment and a second flat compartment that may have snaps for compressing the first compartment between the back of the garment and the second compartment. A single cover is provided that may either close the first compartment when it is expanded or cover both the first and second compartments when the first compartment is compressed. Multiple compartments of either type may be provided.

Abstract: An article of flexible material having a tubular portion which is functional during normal use of the article and which forms a container for the article when the article is not in use. The container-forming portion has first and second opposite ends, at least one end defining a mouth through which the article, when not in use, may be stuffed into the container-forming portion, a first closure carried by the article for at least partially closing the first end of the container-forming portion, and a second closure carried by the article for at least partially closing the second end of the container-forming portion whereby, with the article stuffed in the container-forming portion and both ends of the container-forming portion at least partially closed, the article is releasably held in the container-forming portion.

Abstract: The present invention is an elongated, canvas-like article having sleeves at each end, the article providing basically the bottom and front and back sides of a bag to which are attachable, in various forms, side portions which complete the formation of the bag. The side portions contain pockets on the outer sides which are divided so as to provide separate receptacles for individual items. The inner side of each side portion is an elastic net-like covering which allows the insertion of items which do not require separate pockets. The invention also includes means for carrying the bag to the beach which means can also be utilized to provide a support for the reclining aspect of the invention in which the means for carrying the beach bag provide both a support against the sand as well as for the upper portion of the rectangular segment. The basic embodiment and the other two embodiments disclosed herein are substantially identical.

Abstract: Thermoplastic sheets having a draw tape within peripheral hems are gatherable into sacks. Such sheets are useful for disposable kitchen liners, tablecloths, leaf-collecting bags, etc.

Abstract: A combination mat, carrying bag and visor includes a substantially rectangular pad having an outer layer of liquid-impervious material and an inner cushioning layer of plastic foam or the like, the pad having a plurality of sections interconnected by fold lines so that the pad in the planar condition serves as an infant diaper changing pad, with releasable fastening strips being provided in a selected arrangement on the various sections of the pad to permit the pad sections to be folded into overlying relationship forming a bag having a closure flap or, into a U-shaped configuration to serve as a sun visor on an infant carrier such as a stroller or the like, with fastening strips being provided which may be attached to the carrier and interengage with the fastener strips on the pad to hold the pad in the visor position. The pad includes a pocket containing a netting which may be withdrawn and used as an insect barrier for the infant in the carrier.

Abstract: The tote bag of the present invention comprises a container having an elongated tunnel extending through the middle of the container for receiving a weightlifter's belt. The weightlifter's belt extends through the tunnel and wraps around the top of the tote bag where it is secured in place for carrying.

Abstract: A portable, folding ironing board including a case section and a hingedly attached nose section which nests in a side of the case section when the folding ironing board is transported, and the case section has an interior storage compartment for ironing accessories, such as an iron and ironing board cover.

Abstract: A compartmented luggage for separating a travelers belongings and allowing convenient carrying and access. A foldout flap and a plurality of compartments are detachably mounted to an outer shell avoiding mixing of various types of clothing and use outside of cartage. The luggage also has a strap arrangement allowing cartage by handles, shoulder strap or on the user's back. The strap arrangement includes a strap retractor to reel in excess strap material. Strap material can also be used to attach one of the compartments to the outer shell of the luggage. Internal straps and hooks can also be provided to secure the various compartments within the outer shell. If a larger compartment is required, smaller compartments can be removed.

Abstract: In general, devices for carrying the accessories required for feeding and changing babies are somewhat cumbersome and/or expensive to produce. A simple baby changing device and carrier for diapers, etc. includes an elongated, rectangular panel with a central, transversely extending change area covered by a releasable impermeable pad and bordered by a pair of pocket-containing ends, which are folded into overlapping relationship with each other and with the change area to form a small, rectangular package. The package is folded double to form a compact, purse-like article. Handles at each end of the change are, i.e. on the top end of the folded article facilitate carrying of the device.

Abstract: A book shade having flaps that can be inserted into a book to hold the shade, and positioning means to position the shade at an acute angle with respect to the pages of the book. Resilient means help hold the book pages in an open position. In another embodiment, a bottom cover contains an open book, while a top cover is held in a selected position with respect to the book so as to shade the book. Springs on the bottom cover urge the pages to remain open at selected pages. The top cover can be placed substantially parallel to the bottom cover in a closed position when the book is not in use.

Abstract: A seat cushion comprising a cushioned container for use in carrying a plurality of different fluids is provided. The container has a seat cover which has a cushioning material that encloses a plurality of container cavities for the fluids. The container cavities have respective telescoping spigots, which extend outside the seat cover, for drawing off a desired beverage from a selected container cavity. The seat cover has an optional handle for carrying the seat cushion.

Abstract: A combination seat cushion and tote bag comprising a seating portion and at least one side portion having a pocket enclosure secured to its upper surface and including means for releasably securing the side portion in an overlapped relationship with the seating portion and further including a handle means.

Abstract: A cloth covered framework is structured in three panel sections hingedly attached to provide a shaded head rest for human use. The three panels include a horizontally positioned base panel on which the head is rested, a vertical header panel which supports a shade panel hingedly arranged for positioned in parallel alignment with the base panel as a sun shade. There are capped pockets on the outer surfaces of the panels and the framework can be folded up into a carrying package. The shade panel has side flaps for additional shading and as a retainer for the folded framework. Handles for carrying and fasteners for the side flaps as a retainer are provided.

Abstract: A circular section of woven terry fabric, with a circular section of woven nylon fabric having precisely one-fourth the area of the circular woven terry fabric attached to the inferior plane of the circular woven terry fabric, which has four sections of woven terry fabric cut on the bias and of equal lengths and widths attached along the perimeter on both the superior and inferior planes to form a casing encompassing a cotton cord or drawstring thereby allowing conversion of the fabrics into a bag.