Abstract: A flexible closed-cell knee pad is held in place between the inside of the knee area of work pant leg and a rectangular fabric piece that is glued to pant leg. Since the fabric is attached to the pant leg by adhesive it is easy to install the knee pad on any kind of work pant without special tools or skills.

Abstract: Birthwear is provided comprising a top (shirt) and a bottom (pants) wherein the bottom has a front cloth layer and back cloth layer and an inner (crouch) seam (inseam) having a plurality of releasibly coupled elements (snaps) releasibly attaching the front layer to the back layer. The top also preferably has pockets on the front layer, each containing a hole for insertion of monitoring wires. The top preferably has an upper seam which runs along the shoulder and arms of the garment which has a plurality of coupling elements (snaps) for releasibly coupling the upper end of a front layer of the shirt with a upper end of a back layer of the shirt. The shirt preferably also has a back seam which runs from the neck of the shirt to the waist of the shirt along the center of the back providing the back with two back portions which are releasibly coupled with coupling elements (snaps) for permitting selective access to the back of the wearer.

Abstract: A toy animal, such as a soft sculpture, is integrated with a design imprinted or depicted on an article of clothing, wherein the design depicts a habitat for the toy animal. Preferably, the design is related to a pocket, so that the animal enters the habitat by being placed in the pocket. Alternatively, or in addition, the toy animal may be appropriately mounted on the design by Velcro(TM) or other fastener means.

Abstract: A skydiving garment provides a wearer with enhanced control, maneuverability, and lateral speed during free-fall. The garment includes a torso portion having sleeves and leg portions depending therefrom which have a tubular configuration and are sized to receive the arms and legs of the wearer, respectively. At least one pocket is mounted on the exterior surface of each sleeve and leg portion. Each pocket has an opening which extends in the direction of the limb and which is configured to selectively balloon open when exposed by the wearer to an airstream during free-fall.

Abstract: A headwear (16) designed with a permanent or removable pocket that holds objects about the crown (17). A Veil (21) attaching to the crown (17) hanging about the back and side portion of the person. An outside grasping member (23) attaches to the headwear (16) for storing objects on the outside. The pocket is formed of a pair of liners, using a inner liner comprising a segment of the crown (17) and an additional outer liner (30) stitched (29) proximate its top edges with the bottom portion being secured with a fastener or a separate set of liners stitched proximate their top edges with the bottom portion secured with a fastener making it removable from the headwear (16). A veil (21) made with sufficient material that encompasses the headwear (16) from side to side and in length to protect the wearer's upper body. A veil (21) with optional fasteners 27 and handle device 36 connected to the veil thereby utilizing it as a carrying entity.

Abstract: A garment for wear by the operator of a sport motor vehicle includes a map access pocket system disposed on or formed as part of an outer surface of the garment. This map access pocket system is configured to present a map to the wearer of the garment in a convenient orientation to be easily read when the map access pocket system is opened. The map access pocket system includes features which improve readability of the map by presenting the map aligned along a line of sight of the wearer of the garment, and other features which discourage the wearer of the garment from attempting to read the map while the vehicle is in motion. The map access pocket system also provides for storage of small items which are easily accessed by the operator of the vehicle. Both the map and other small items stored in the map access pocket system are protected from water, moisture, snow, and other elements commonly encountered in operation of sport motor vehicles.

Abstract: A pocketed necktie for holding items therein. The pocketed necktie includes front and back tie panels. The outer perimeters of the front and back tie panels are coupled together. A neck strap is also provided and has first and second ends. The first end of the neck strap is coupled to the back tie panel. The second end of the neck strap is detachably attached to the back tie panel. The pocketed necktie also has front and back pocket panels. The outer perimeters of the front and back pocket panels are coupled together to define a pocket space between the front and back pocket panels. The back pocket panel is coupled to the back tie panel. The back pocket panel has an elongate slit therethrough providing an opening into the pocket space.

Abstract: A waterproof pocket, usable in beach or boating environments, can hold articles therein while keeping the articles dry. The pocket is formed of a water-impervious material. A seal, such as a slide fastener or interlocking ridges, is formed to prevent water from entering the pocket. The pocket can be attached to clothing, particularly to a swim suit. Alternately, the pocket may be held in a slot or other similar opening in the clothing.

Abstract: A single layer pocket 82 is provided in which left edge portion 88 and right edge portion 89 of the single layer 86 are spaced apart from the left edge portion and right edge portion of the back panel 14. The pocket 82 is equipped with a flexibly rigid curvilinear shaped rib element 100 affixed vertically to the pocket, and a similar rib element 110 that extends laterally across the pocket 82.

Abstract: A pocket assembly for a garment includes a seamed bottom, the seams of which are adapted to be attached to the seams along the inner surface of the garment and a pocket member with overlapping flaps extending from the bottom for receipt of an article therein.

Abstract: An expandable and collapsible belt-strap container for conveniently carrying sports cards on a person comprises a container (10) having an inner side attached to the mid-portion (14) of a belt (12) by elastic webbings (13 and 13'). The container comprises an expandable and collapsible bellows (11) with an open top, and a flap (18) hingeably attached to an outer side of the container. The flap stretches across the open top and down the inner side of the bellows. A long piece of hook-and-loop fastener (19) is attached to the inner side of the bellows, while a short piece of hook-and-loop fastener (20) is attached to the distal side of the flap. Therefore, when the bellows is fully collapsed, the distal side of the flap may be attached to the lower side of the long fastener. When the bellows is fully expanded for carrying a large number of sports cards, the side of the flap may be attached to the upper side of the long fastener.

Abstract: A resilient, flat closed-cell knee pad is rolled and inserted through a gap in a seam attaching edges of a patch to the knee area of a work pant. The knee pad then unrolls and fills a space between the work pant and the patch thereby protecting a wearer's knee when kneeling.

Abstract: A sock having a neck featuring an internal pocket, wherein the sock is completely normal in appearance and requires no unusual manipulations. A generally conventional sock body is composed of a neck portion and a foot portion, wherein the neck portion is preferably composed of a stretchable fabric for elastically engaging the wearer's leg. An inner neck member is connected with the neck portion by a sewing seam, preferably at the demarcation between the neck and foot portions of the sock body, thereby forming an annular pocket. The inner neck member is preferably composed of the same material and has the same appearance as that of the neck portion. The neck portion terminates remote from the foot portion at am outer mouth. The inner neck member terminates remote from its connection to the neck portion at an inner mouth, wherein the inner mouth is located within the neck portion. One or more articles may be inserted into the annular pocket anywhere around the circumference of the neck portion.

Abstract: A pocket assembly for clothing having a fashion pocket (1), a functional pocket (5) and an insert (6). The fashion pocket (1) has a window opening (3) sealed with embroidery (4) which provides for the display of insert (6). Insert (6) is located between fashion pocket (1) and functional pocket (5) and is removable and reversible to alter the appearance of clothing item (12). Functional pocket (5) is located between fashion pocket (1) and clothing item (12). Functional pocket (5) is visible through window opening (3) when insert (6) is not installed.

Abstract: A substantially unitary undergarment covering the majority of the upper body which includes an integral holster beneath the arm of the wearer and includes stitching and straps to secure the weapon in a concealed fashion adjacent the body and ready for use. The garment could include means to shield the weapon from perspiration.

Abstract: A fishing vest including a retractor pocket which is inverted so that it opens downwardly when the vest is worn is provided by the invention. In a preferred embodiment, the fishing vest includes two retractor pockets. A first retractor pocket is provided between the upper left breast pocket and the neckline, and a second retractor pocket is provided between the upper right breast pocket and the neckline.

Abstract: A method for producing a flap pocket in a panel of an item comprises forming in the panel a slit having a preselected contour to define a flap having a body integral with the panel. An aperture is formed in the panel at a location outside of the slit. Thereafter, a pocket having a lateral opening is attached around the aperture so that the lateral opening is positioned over the flap.

Abstract: A pivoting pocket utilizes a triple strength triangular stitching attachment to an article of clothing. The pocket is enabled to pivot about a horizontal stitch at the base of the triangle. Stitches along the other two sides of the triangle provide extra strength and facilitate easy attachment to the clothing. The pocket is self contained having both a front and a back.

Abstract: A fastener for removably attaching pockets and other accessories to garments which includes slidably interlocking male and female members. The male member also includes a locking tab which cooperates with a locking post on the female member for securing the fastener in a closed position. The male member and the female member may be attached to the pocket and the garment respectively by sewing them in position.

Abstract: An iron on pocket for a shirt and other articles of clothing including a piece of flexible screen mesh material in the shape of a pocket and having a mesh size sufficiently large to permit viewing of the pattern and coloring of the clothing material and for easy water drainage and drying when used for a swimwear garment pocket. A separate strip of fabric may be attached centrally along the top margin of the pocket to define an eyeglass stem receiving loop for retaining a pair of eyeglasses. An alternate embodiment utilizes two part hook and loop material such as VELCRO for attachment of the pocket to other substrates.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a necktie comprising a wide end with a front side and a back side, a narrow end with a front side and a back side. The necktie has a means for connecting the wide end to the narrow end, and a means for forming a pocket on the back side of the wide end. A method for securing valuables in a pocket attached to the back of a necktie is also provided.

Abstract: A device for the storage of valuables in decorative fabric neckwear consisting of a hidden or stealth storage pocket removably attached to decorative neckwear such as a tie, scarf, ascot, or kerchief. The dismountable storage pocket may be removed and reattached to one or multiple pieces of neckwear having fasteners such as buttons, snaps, hook and loop, or other conventional fasteners mounted in positions corresponding to mating fasteners mounted upon the storage pocket. The dismountable storage pocket may be removed and remounted to many different pieces of decorative neckwear as a unit, without disturbing the contents of the storage pocket allowing the storage pocket to function as a wallet or purse for valuables while concurrently offering a non obvious hiding place for valuables or other contents.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a flexible pouch comprising a container portion and a neck portion. The neck portion is integrally connected to the container portion. The container portion may be constructed of flexible, elastic material with a water-impermeable layer, which is expandable to accommodate the insertion and storage of cleaning articles therein. The neck portion may be constructed of flexible, elastic material which includes an opening of a sufficient size to allow the insertion and extraction of cleaning articles to and from the container portion. The flexible, elastic material of which the pouch is constructed includes two panels of equal size and shape which are securely and cooperatively affixed to one another in parallel orientation about their circumferential edges to form the flexible pouch. Closure means are employed for narrowing the opening in the neck portion and retaining the contents therein.

Abstract: A stow-away traveler's jacket made from a one or two piece modular construction. The upper jacket or torso covering section has arm outlet and resembles a shortened version of a conventional jacket. The lower section has a belted portion or some other user fastening device and at least one storage liner pocket into which the folded upper section may be stowed and then worn like a belt. There may be storage pockets made of two flapped front pockets.

Abstract: In combination with a shirt, one or more pouches which receives a cooling and/or warming pack. The cooling pack comprises sealed compartments containing water or other material which changes state thereby absorbing heat to cool the wearer when the cooling pack is exposed to a predetermined temperature for wearing of the shirt. The warming pack sealingly contains a material which is heatable to store heat and to release the stored heat when the warming pack is exposed to a predetermined temperature for wearing of the shirt. The cooling pack may also be provided as part of a wrist band.

Abstract: A sweater having an inside pocket with a doll therein. The sweater having hook and loop tabs to receive the doll in the pocket and to permit a child, on rolling up the front of the sweater, to remove the doll from the inside hidden pocket.

Abstract: The present invention relates to clothing, specifically trousers and a shirt, both of which may be converted to shorts or a short sleeve shirt, respectively, using removably attached lower leg and lower sleeve portions. The attachment means are placed on the exterior of the lower sleeve and leg portions and on the interior surface of the upper leg and upper sleeve portions so that the resulting attachment seams are concealed. A plurality of interchangeable accessory pocket components are provided which may be removably attached to the upper sleeve and leg portions allowing accessory items to be carried thereon regardless of which version of the pants or shirt is being used.

Abstract: A repair patch for worn or damaged garment pockets in accordance with this invention comprises a pocket-like member corresponding substantially in size and configuration to the lowermost portion of a pocket to be repaired. Substantially the entire outer surfaces of the repair patch contains a heat sensitive glue capable of being activated at such time as the patch has been inserted into the lowermost portion of the pocket to be repaired. The heat sensitive glue, when activated by heat and pressure applied from the exterior of the pocket, serves to retain the patch securely in position within the lowermost portion of the pocket. Significantly, the patch has an interiorly-turned seam, which seam is reinforced by the glue that had been applied to the exterior surfaces of the patch. The glue-reinforced seam is disposed along an interior outer edge of the patch, such positioning of the seam having been achieved by turning the patch inside out after the seam had been created.

Abstract: A midi weighted jacket to be worn above the breastline by athletes and healthy persons during various exercises and comprised of a front panel, back panel, shoulder panel and no sides for improving the physical fitness and general posture of a wearer over time through specific exercises. The jacket is comprised of a plurality of pockets in the front panel, back panel and shoulder panel, with each of the pockets comprising secured openings for admitting and removing weights. The jacket is equipped with a rectangular opening located about the neck area where the front panel integrally connects to the back panel, to facilitate easy access for head and neck entry, during attachment and removal of the jacket from the shoulder. The jacket is also comprised of a shoulder panel that is connected to the front panel and back panel.

Abstract: A removable pocket is formed over a section of fabric such as the front of a shirt by adhesively securing to the fabric a treated and embossed label-type applique made of two plies of paper permanently bonded about their peripheries and in which a slit along a top edge allows access to the pouch thus formed between plies. The pouch may be filled with merchandise and temporarily sealed with a removable strip.

Abstract: An improved dual-purpose golf and gym folded pocket towel having a concealed pocket therein for holding articles. the concealed pocket has zipper-type closure, and an adjustable hook and loop fastener attachment strap for securement to golf and gym equipment/apparatus. The folded pocket towel is uniquely designed to allow unhampered use by golf and gym patrons in cleaning golf implements and equipment and use in drying perspiration from face, hands and gym equipment/apparatus while carrying both accessories and personal items of the a fore mentioned patrons. An adjustable hook and loop fastener attachment strap provides convenient securemnet to a variety of golf and gym equipment/apparatus while adding to ease and accessibility of pocket/container therein.

Abstract: An interlocking attaching system for removably securing objects such as pets to a garment. The system having at least one object and a garment, and where the object has at least one strap thereon for removably engaging the garment in an interlocking fashion. The garment and the object having webs thereon for removably receiving the straps in an interlocking fashion in order to effectively, removably mount the object to the garment.

Abstract: The variable-capacity pocket comprises an external covering element adapted to be applied at a recess provided on a surface and joined, along one edge, to the surface, on the inner side thereof, by means of a border element that can extend so as to allow the movement of the covering element between a position that lies inside the recess and an external position for extraction from the recess. An internal lining is applied to the surface to the rear of the covering element, so as to form, with respect to the covering element, a cavity that can be accessed through at least one opening of the pocket.

Abstract: A pucker free pocket seam for a shirt providing the shirt with a tailored and wrinkle free appearance. The pucker free seam and method for production utilizes a bonding strip which contains at least a thermal adhesive component which is inserted between folded portions of a first garment component along a seam. A sufficient amount of heat and pressure is applied to the seam which causes the adhesive of the bonding strip to flow onto the surfaces of the folded portions of the first garment component thereby creating a compressed seam and permanently bonding the folded portions of the first garment component together along the seam to eliminate puckering associated with shrinkage of the sewing thread at the seam.

Abstract: A medical vest for carrying a portable patient care module is disclosed. A sleeveless vest-like portion encircles the upper torso of the wearer and has a lower edge that terminates generally at the midriff of the wearer's body. The vest portion has large neck and sleeve openings and wide straps that overlie the wearer's shoulders. The vest portion is sized for snug but slidable motion relative to the body for maximizing comfort and minimizing irritation to the skin. A pocket sized to operatively hold a patient care module such as an infusion pump or monitor is secured along an upper edge thereof to the lower edge of the vest and hangs downwardly therefrom in a loose, comfortable and unrestricted manner that does not exert constant pressure to the wearer along the length of the pocket. The vest and pocket are fabricated from soft, washable cloth that minimizes irritation to the skin.

Abstract: An undergarment apparatus (20) and method for reducing menstrual cramping includes an elastic panel (30) mounted to at least one of a front portion (24) and a rear portion (25) of an underpant brief (21) in a manner exerting inward pressure across a lower torso region (31) of an individual wearer (23). At least one movable pressure bearing insert (32) is formed for positioning between the elastic panel (30) and the lower torso region (31) at a plurality of positions along the elastic panel (30). The elastic panel (30) cooperates with an apex portion (33) or small area side of the pressure bearing insert (32) to exert substantial localized point pressure on a relatively small area of the torso region (31) for mitigation of menstrual cramping.

Abstract: A system of protective garments for caretakers is disclosed. The system provides for comfortable garments to protect medical or nursing personnel while they are attending patients. The system includes a outter garment having a outter layer which is impervious to fluids and an inner liner that is comfortable to the wearer. A vest like garment is provided to be worn under the outter garmant and hold heat exchanger devices to cool the wearer. The system is designd to be disposable, however some of the elements may be reused if they have not come in contact the patients.

Abstract: A security pocket assembly for use in combination with a garment of the type having a pair of leg portions, each terminating in an open lower end, the pocket assembly including at least one material panel secured along an interior of at least one of the leg portions, near an open lower end of the leg portion, so as to define a compartment, the leg portion further including a slit disposed therein, the slit being positioned to correspond an open top edge of the material panel so as to provide access to an interior of the compartment from an exterior of the leg portion, while not being substantially visible from an exterior of the leg portion.

Abstract: A knitted sock of mid-calf height has a concealed pocket for the storage of small items. The pocket is formed by attachment of a tubular sleeve to the interior of the leg portion of the sock, and is accessible by way of a zippered closure concealed between adjacent vertical pleats.

Abstract: A new design for the clothing worn by hospital personnel known as, "scrubs", is disclosed, including a strap at the neck which forms a loop for holding a stethoscope. Detachable sleeves, also held together with Velcro, are also provided for enabling to user to take off the bottom part of the sleeve and wear standard length short sleeves and reattach them as needed. A two-pocket pouch at the waist area with two separate flaps covering these pockets are provided, and are secured shut by Velcro to the lower half one at a time or simultaneously. The area behind the two pockets creates a third, wide pocket. There is also a double pocket on the sleeve for pens, pencils, etc.

Abstract: A sock with sole, body and inner tube portions, the latter extending from the peripheral end of the body portion. The inner tube portion is made out of a lining that is thinner than the rest of the sock. The inner tube portion is folded and received entirely within the body portion of the sock. Stitching lines keep both layers of the folded inner tube attached to each other and to the body portion with at least one interruption along the end of the inner tube that is substantially aligned with the opening of the sock. Separate compartments are defined by longitudinally stitching both layers and to the body portion. Each compartment may be provided with an aperture to insert the objects to be carried by a user.

Abstract: A safety pocket for a garment. In one embodiment the pocket includes two compartments: a front compartment and a rear compartment. The front compartment has a pocket opening that allows the wearer to deposit articles into the pocket. While the wearer is standing, the articles placed into the pocket remain in the front compartment. An opening or passage is provided along the bottom of the front and rear pocket compartments to permit articles placed within the front compartment to pass into the rear compartment as the wearer sits down, leans or rolls backward.

Abstract: A tennis skirt having a pocket hidden within a pleated, partially tacked down, knife edge tennis skirt is disclosed. The pocket is hidden within the upper, tacked down portion of the pleat. Due to the unique manufacturing process of the present invention, the resulting tennis skirt provides a hidden pocket which is rugged in construction and can attractively hold tennis balls, keys and other items, without detracting from the continuous cascading pleated look of the tennis skirt. In addition a step-by-step method of manufacturing a garment, specifically a tennis skirt having a tacked down knife edge pleats with a hidden pocket is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is a protective firefighter hood in which a pocket is formed to protect the required garment label which must be attached to the hood. The hood includes a head portion shaped to cover at least a wearer's head and an optional bib portion attached to and extending from the head portion to cover at least a wearer's neck. In one embodiment, a gap is formed between the stitching that connects the inner and outer layers of the head portion, adjacent the label. Accordingly, the label can be stored so that it does not contact the wearer, by inserting it through the gap in the stitching. In an alternative embodiment, the hood is provided with a patch pocket on the head portion or bib portion adjacent the label, so that the label can be placed alternatively within the pocket away from contacting the wearer or removed from the pocket to be viewed.

Abstract: An attachable garment pocket system comprising a pocket member, having a plurality of pocket member securing apertures formed therethrough adjacent a portion of the perimeter thereof; an adhesive member having a like plurality of adhesive member securing apertures formed therethrough in alignable registration with the plurality of pocket securing apertures, the adhesive member having first and second opposite sides each having a quantity of a fabric adhering adhesive deposited thereon and first and second peel away covers, respectively, disposed thereover; and a like plurality of identical pairs of permanent pocket securing fasteners having a male portion and a female portion. Each male portion includes an engagement ledge formed at a first end of a central portion thereof and a contoured cap portion formed at a second end of the central portion.

Abstract: An inserted pocket system for use with a waterproof garment having a face fabric is provided and includes a waterproof bag-shaped pocket insert having a waterproof bag, an inner pocket part located at the backing of the garment face fabric and an outer pocket part which projects from an insertion opening and a pocket flap which covers the insertion opening. The pocket system is installed within the garment in such a way as to keep contents within the pocket free from moisture.

Abstract: A waterproof pocket, for incorporation into, for example, swimming trunks or a wetsuit, having overlying first and second sheets of material defining a pocket. A waterproof closure closes the pocket, and the pocket is provided with an air discharge valve and an air discharge tube connected to a pump, for extracting air from the pocket after it has been closed and sealed in order to prevent air pockets causing inconvenience.

Abstract: A breastfeeding garment is provided for use by a woman while breastfeeding a child which conceals the woman's breast. The garment includes a body portion having a top section and a bottom section. The body portion extends downwardly over one of the woman's breasts. The body portion has a pouch section extending substantially from the top section to the bottom section. The pouch section has an inner cavity for receiving an elbow of the wearer. A pair of neck straps are connected to the top section of the body portion for extending around a neck of a wearer allowing the body portion to be swingable about the neck from a first position with the pouch section enveloping a right arm of the wearer to a second position with the pouch section enveloping a left arm of the wearer. A pair waist straps are provided. A waist strap extends from a respective left and right section of the body portion for extending around a waist of the wearer.

Abstract: A uniform comprising a shirt and trousers. The shirt has a back body section and split front body sections which cooperate with a yoke that extends across the shoulders from arm to arm and over the shoulders and about the collar between the back body section and front body sections. The front body sections have breast pockets, the tops of which are open and overlapped by free edges of the yoke. An inverted pocket at the back section has a bottom opening defined between the back body section and a free edge of the yoke. Display panels are detachably secured within the shirt pockets such that they can be concealed in or extended from the pockets. The trousers have a pair of side patch pockets. Display panels are detachably secured within the patch pockets such that they can be concealed in or extended from the pockets. When the display panels of both the shirt and trousers are extended, they are available for viewing about a substantially 360-degree periphery. Optionally, the display panels are retroreflective.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an improved back pocket blank for pants is disclosed. The method includes the forming of an elongated generally rectangular shaped back pocket blank to provide a flattened longitudinally side edge folded over section on each side of the back pocket blank with a transverse fold of the entire back pocket blank positioning flattened longitudinal side edge folded over sections of transversely folded over and non-folded over areas in superimposed relationship to one another, the transverse fold being creased in order to maintain the transversely folded over area in proximity to the non-folded area of the back pocket blank. A small area of each of the superimposed flattened longitudinal side edge sections on each side of the back pocket blank can be at least temporarily secured to one another to assist in maintaining the respected folded position. This may be accomplished by an adhesive, fusing, sonic or sewing attachment, as may be desired.