Abstract: A pan and channelled drawing board combination comprising a transparent drawing surface channelled on two or more sides and pivotally attached at one corner to the upper surface of the lip of the pan and having a surface support attached to the bottom of the pan.

Abstract: An article holding kit for detachably securing articles such as writing and drawing utensils as well as an eyeglasses case, including a thin ferrous metal plate having fastening material such as Velcro adhesively attached thereto. The articles to be detachably secured to the holder are themselves equipped with narrow strips of fastening material such that they may be easily secured and removed regardless of their type or dimension. The entire article holder may be itself detachably secured to any flat surface such as a ring binder cover or a desktop that is equipped with thin adhesive magnet strips included with the kit. Once several surfaces are so equipped, the entire article holder may be easily transferred from surface to surface.

Abstract: A compact disc identification kit includes a base portion supporting an alignment post and a soft material surrounding the alignment post for the purpose of supporting and protecting a compact disc. A stamp pad support has a bore fittable over the alignment post to enable centering of the stamp pad, in this case an annular stamp ring, with respect to the compact disc. A stamp accommodation depression enables the mounting of the stamp pad support in the kit and about the alignment post when the kit is not in use.

Abstract: An artist's organizer is provided comprising first and second rectangularly shaped members hinged together along a common confronting side so as to be pivotal with respect each other in the fashion of the covers of a book. The first member has a first outwardly facing surface in which are disposed a first multiplicity of receptacles for receiving and supporting therein a like multiplicity of drawing or writing instruments, and a second multiplicity of irregularly shaped receptacles for storing various artist or writing supplies, and an opposed, substantially flat second inwardly facing surface. The second member has a first surface oppositely oriented to said second surface of said first member and has peripheral sidewalls to define a bin for storing drawing paper or the like when the first and second members are closed relative to each.

Abstract: An assembly for holders of office desk-type utensils or equipment is described. An interchangeable base plate is provided which is essentially rectangular having an open top with tabs and slots on the sides therefor for interconnection and a channel around the upper edge with a depending ridge. The base plates then can be stacked or interconnected in a horizontal array. A pen holder, a hardware box, and a stamp box are provided which interchangeably fit in the rectangular base. A second base member is provided having the same type of tabs and slots but more narrowly dimensioned to receive a disk mounting box.

Abstract: A caddy of generally modular form for writing implements is designed with a plurality of sockets to receive and support writing implements in upright position, with the writing ends secured in closed position with the receiving socket. In one embodiment, the caddy accommodates a plurality of conventional marking pens together with their individual caps, which caps remain captive when the pens are removed. In another embodiment the caps are initially incorporated in the sockets, which serve as caps for the interposed writing implements. In a further modification the caddies are combined with standards comprising a series of modules having U-shaped attachments on their rear bases which are designed to hook onto one or more additional modules, so that several caddies may be stacked together in aligned relation on a supporting surface for accommodating a variety of writing implements.

Abstract: A desk-top picture frame has a base frame with a hollow structure, a front opening through which things can be placed in and removed from the inner chamber thereof, a mirror on the front panel thereof, a loose-leaf clip on the top edge thereof for holding picture frame sheets, note book, memo pad or wall calendar. The side wall of the base frame is formed of a plurality of transverse ribs curvilinearly bent inward and outward to define an area serving as a pen case.

Abstract: A kit assembly for packing writing utensils and the like comprises a body hingedly connected to a lid member. The body includes a writing utensil which is a mechanical pencil with an integral ball-point pen in one end thereof, a holder for the writing utensil, which holder is fixable at a desired angle, a note holder placed in a binder mechanism holder, and the lid member includes upper and lower packing bodies hingedly connected in a similar manner as mentioned above, upper and lower pocket portions adapted to receive cards, etc., a so-called marker ruler designed to be slidably removable and a holding piece for holding clips, stamps and so on both being disposed on the back sides of the packing bodies. Male and female latch members are formed on the edges of the body and the lid member.

Abstract: A portable directory and note pad tray with several features. A first feature is a directory with a cover movable between open and closed positions that activates a light bulb circuit for lighting the directory cards when the cover is opened and deactivates the circuit for turning out the light bulb when the cover is closed. A second feature is a novel slide track, and slide arm structure by which the directory and tray are mountable to and de-mountable from a desired surface to present an optimum mounting angle for that surface. A third feature is a note pad tray with a novel base that includes a first finger gap in one of the tray's upstanding walls to allow individual sheets of a note pad to be easily removed from the tray, and a pencil recess defined in the tray with a magnetically attachable pencil that cooperates with a second finger gap in one of the tray's walls to allow easy removal of the pencil.

Abstract: A writing-utensil packed kit assembly comprises a body pivotally joined to a lid member so as to be openable. The lid member is laid with a mat formed of polyurethane foam, etc., and having a fingertip-inserting hole, the mat including a miniature ruler in its opening. The body includes a miniature eraser received in an end portion cut off by a partition and a suitable number of miniature writing utensils in the other portion. Male and female lid-member stoppers are formed on the peripheral edges of the body and lid member.

Abstract: Resilient fingers extend from one end of the crayon holder whereby a crayon may be pushed forward by a push rod to project beyond the fingers. A sleeve is slidable on the fingers to clamp the crayon in adjusted position, the sleeve being movable between outstanding flanges on the ends of the fingers and a shoulder on the holder at the opposite ends of the fingers. One form of container for a plurality of crayons in their individual holders has a push rod holder in the bottom of the container and a crayon sharpener mounted in a cover for the container. Another form of container has a push rod holder in the cover and no sharpener.

Abstract: A film spool storage case includes a main housing having a base and a side wall, the base and the side wall defining a cavity for receiving a plurality of film spools therein, the side wall having a height at least as great as the heights of the spools and the side wall defining an opening at an upper end thereof; a cover releasably securable to the housing in covering relation to the opening; and a plurality of positioning projections secured to the base for positioning the film spools in the cavity in spaced relation.

Abstract: A writing instrument kit is set forth wherein a writing instrument is provided with a cap and body portion, each of a generally cylindrical configuration defined about a single axis, wherein the cap or body portion is each provided with a hook and loop fastener surface. The hook and loop fastener surface of the body portion is in surrounding relationship to the body and is optionally provided with slots for reception of a flexible sleeve formed with complementary projections receivable within the slots for use of the instrument without abrasion to an individual's hand. The kit includes a cleaning member and a securement pad formed with a hook and loop fastener surface for adhesive securement to a support surface as desired by an individual.

Abstract: A multiple pen caddy for pens having a shoulder or ring on the pen cap wherein the pens are stored cap down-barrel up, wherein the shoulder or ring of the barrel of each pen cooperates with a part of the caddy to permit one hand removal and replacement of each pen's barrel within its cap. The caddy may assume many configurations and hold any number of pens, the number being limited only by the physical size of the product.

Abstract: A kit including a multi-compartmented tray with provision for required student articles, such as pencils, crayons, glue, paste, paint, erasure sticks, and the like. The tray walls are of a height substantially less than the defined diameter of the associated jars to conveniently project the jars relative to the tray compartments for ease of access thereto. Jar positioning apparatus includes a pneumatic "L" shaped chamber mounted within an "L" shaped support bracket, wherein the "L" shaped chamber includes a button member directed through the bracket, whereupon depressing of the button member ejects an associated jar upwardly relative to the bracket while tilting the bracket forwardly due to a pivotal connection of the bracket to the floor of the compartment.

Abstract: A multi-purpose stationery box set including a semi-spherical lower casing, an upper cover pivotally coupled to the semi-circular lower casing, an inner holder set disposed in the lower casing, a bottom block having a drawer and being connected to the lower casing at the bottom thereof. The inner holder is integrally formed therein by an injection molding process to provide a variety of spacings having different sizes and shapes for the convenient arrangement of various stationery accessories in an efficient way with minimized space consumption. By means of the professional design of the stationery box, an attractive outer appearance is provided. Thus, in addition to its multi-purpose usage, it is also very practical and can serve as a decorative ornament.

Abstract: A drafting or measuring instrument, such as a caliper, divider or compass, has legs pivotally connected at one end and carries working elements at the opposite ends which may be moved between closed and opened positions. A thin case for releasably holding the instrument has an opening with an inner side wall conforming generally to the outer edge of the instrument so that the instrument may be placed in the opening. Formed on the respective opening side wall and the instrument edge are cooperating projections and grooves. The instrument may be manually positioned in the opening with the attaching projections being engaged by the retaining grooves so that the instrument is releasably held in the case until relative pressure is exerted between the instrument and the case to remove the instrument. An aperture may be defined at one end of the opening to receive the working elements of the instrument.

Abstract: A moisture-proof, easily transportable case for writing or drawing boards is provided. In accordance with the invention, a case which protects the writing or drawing board during transportation from the manufacturer to the user, and also protects the contents of the case from water damage, is formed by a process which does not generate a significant amount of waste material. Corrugated plastic foil (5, 6) is inserted into opposed case side support (3, 3') that are extruded from plastic. Additionally, separating bars (8, 8') are provided on the inside of the side supports to define the space (2, 2') within which a writing or drawing board is kept.

Abstract: A packing case includes a case body consisting of an upper housing and a lower housing between which a chamber is formed. An end of the upper housing is connected pivotally to an end of the lower housing by a pivot coupler. The pivot coupler clamps the ends of the housings resiliently together. A needle and a lead core can be secured to the non-pivoted ends of the housings so that the packing case functions as a pair of compasses for drafting purposes. When the non-pivoted ends of the housings are separated, the relative position of the housings or compasses are fixed accordingly. When the housings are bifurcated, a swivel hook can be journalled on the pivot coupler so as to constitute a clothes hanger.

Abstract: An article storage container comprising; a case including an accommodation chamber having an opening in an end thereof, a retainer for holding an article within the chamber, and a change-over mechanism attached to the retainer. The change-over mechanism is adapted to displace the retainer and to change its position alternately between an accommodated position in which the article is completely inserted within the opening of the case and an ejecting position in which the article is partially projecting above the opening of the case through manual pressing action against the article inserted within the chamber.

Abstract: A multiple pen holder for pens having a pocket clip, wherein the pens are stored cap down-barrel up, wherein the clip of the barrel of each pen cooperates with a part of the holder to permit one hand removal and replacement of each pen's barrel within its cap.The holder may assume many configurations and hold any number of pens, the number being limited only by the physical size of the product.

Abstract: A model automobile-shaped case for desk appliances, comprising a lower half equipped with an automobile-like lower body portion and a plurality of wheels and an upper half having an automobile-like upper body portion having some windowpane-like surfaces. The halves are releasably combinable with each other with the aid of a locking mechanism for holding the two halves together. The lower half is formed with a space opening from the top for accepting some stationery accessories and provided with another space closable by a hood hingedly attached thereto for accepting other stationery accessories. The upper half is provided with closable recesses opening from the bottom for accepting further stationery accessories. A pair of writing instruments are mounted in openings at the front of the lower half to simulate headlights, and they are ejectable by forward movement of the wheels.

Abstract: Holder for a number of writing implements, comprising first means for housing in parallel manner at least a portion of the said implements, and reusable second means for containing the said first means, the latter ensuring the said implements are housed in essentially stable manner regardless of the position of the said first means.

Abstract: A vacuum molded compartmentalized insert is temporarily or permanently installed in one end portion of an attache case, without the necessity of structurally altering the case. Various utility items and supplies can be held in the compartments of the insert, and space is provided in the attache case beneath and at one side of the insert for legal size documents and smaller documents, respectively. The insert is a great convenience for those who must largely work out of their attache cases while traveling.

Abstract: A new case for colored pencils is provided, which is formed by a cylindrical main case, a cone-shaped upper cap, and a bottom cap. The bottom cap is screwed to the case and functions to lift and lower the pencils in the case supported upright on the bottom cap so that users can easily pick up a piece of selected colored pencil. The bottom cap is also provided with a coin slit and, therefore, the case may be used as a coin saving box after wasting all the pieces of the pencils contained in the case.

Abstract: A desk console element includes a receptacle member for holding a desktop item such as a pen and pen base and further includes a one-piece connecting clip for releasably connecting the receptacle member to the receptacle member of a like element. The connecting clip includes a first part and a second part, and the receptacle member includes a pair of elongated tracks for slidably accepting the first clip part and detent-defining means which, with the tracks, cooperate with the first clip part to releasably interlock the clip and the receptacle member. The second clip part is adapted to be releasably interlocked with the receptacle member of the like member as the first clip part is adapted to be releasably interlocked with the receptacle member of its element.

Abstract: The tidy element, that is designed to be fixed at the inner face of the back wall of the lid of a case, such as an attache-case, is formed of several compartments, generally three compartments, two of which are provided with an elastic hooking strip. The lid of one of the two compartments provided with a lid bears at the inner face another small lid that opens in the opposite sense. The lid of the other of these two compartments bears, at the inner face, parallel and aligned small brackets that form rows of racks designed to support items such as pencils, pens and the like.

Abstract: A portable folder type pencil case, includes, a cover sheet panel being foldable in half and including first and second half panels each respectively having an inner half panel overlaid and joined on an inner side of the cover panel, the first inner half panel having a non-adhesive lateral mid-portion and the second half panel having an adhesive lateral mid-portion for overlapping with the lateral mid-portion upon folding of the case, a first and second guard strip panel wherein an outer end portion of the first half cover panel is joined with the first guard strip panel and an outer edge end portion of the second half cover panel is joined with the second guard strip panel, and a single-face adhesive panel strip connected to the cover sheet panel adjacent the second guard panel strip and including a panel strip for reinforcement of the single-face adhesive panel strip, the second guard strip panel having an adhesive back face for being selectively securely engaged with the first guard strip panel.

Abstract: A carrying case adapted to conveniently contain writing materials. A carrying case has a lower portion having inwardly facing surfaces that define an upwardly opening file chamber having a lower portion rim. An upper portion has inwardly facing surfaces that define a storage chamber having an upper portion rim. A panel is adapted to move between a closed position and an open position to selectively close and open the storage chamber. Means are provided for removably fastening the upper portion rim to the lower portion rim to thereby close the file chamber.

Abstract: A folded paperboard carton, which, after having been used for its original purpose such as packaging a foodstuff, may be separated into several components and the components then assembled to form a holder or caddy for pencils, crayons and the like. The blank from which the carton is formed is provided with suitable cut and perforated lines such that separation of the components of the caddy may be readily effected and the components of the caddy may be assembled without requiring any glue or separate fastener element.

Abstract: A writing kit which includes a writing implement having an elongated barrel with collets at each end and a push rod extending therebetween wherein each collet is of a different size and has an internal conical surface for cooperatively engaging and gripping a tapered portion of a writing element such as a lead which is shaped having two such portions so that one portion is exposed for writing or drawing while the other is retained within the barrel. The leads may be selectively removed from the collets by operation of the push rod and may be stored in a stand designed to retain a plurality of varying sizes of leads.

Abstract: The tidy element, that is designed to be fixed at the inner face of the back wall of the lid of a case, such as an attache-case, is formed of several compartments, generally three compartments, two of which are provided with an elastic hooking strip. The lid of one of the two compartments provided with a lid bears at the inner face another small lid that opens in the opposite sense. The lid of the other of these two compartments bears, at the inner face, parallel and aligned small brackets that form rows of racks designed to support items such as pencils, pens and the like.

Abstract: The invention permits a draftsman or student to carry needed materials conveniently for work at various locations and it also can be used to enable such a person to work at one location without investing the money and the space for a bulky drafting table. There is provided a case which encloses the above-mentioned needed materials and also contains a lid-support mechanism which locks at various positions. One exterior surface of the case is a drawing surface, and the lid-support mechanism permits it to be retained, when in use, at a desired angle with respect to the horizontal.

Abstract: A drawing tool organizer comprising a plurality of units adapted to hold varied drawing tools, and connectors for releasably securing said plurality of units one to the other.

Abstract: A case for writing utensils and accessories consists of a base or receiving part into which the utensils and accessories fit, and a cover part which fits over the receiving part and projects upwardly from it. The upwardly projecting portion of the cover part forms an enclosed space into which the utensils and accessories can extend from the receiving part. The receiving part has protruberances extending outwardly from it which releasably interengage with openings in the cover part for locking the two parts together. A handle member is secured to the cover part so that the case can be easily carried.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for abrading pencil lead are provided. The apparatus comprises two major parts-- a receptacle and an abrader. The apparatus is further modified by the addition of two subordinate components-- storage space and graphite dust cleaning compartments. The receptacle is in the form of a container having an open top and is defined by a bottom and two sidewalls; the abrader is in the form of a plate with abrasive surface on both sides. At one end of the abrader, two pivotal means are provided to engage with two pivotal receiving means formed at middle points of two inclining side rims of the receptacle; and the other end of the abrader rests on the end rim of the receptacle. When the graphite dust presents on the surface of the abrader after abrading, the abrader is flipped from one side to the opposite side of the rim, the graphite dust is threby disposed of in the receptacle and the other side of the dust-free abrading surface appears toward the top, ready for the next abrading.

Abstract: Easel base having compartment for paint tubes and also brushes has a central rib formed with notches. A detachable lid for the base functions as a palette. Hinged to the front edge of the base is an upright member having a bail which fits into any of the rib notches through the base center to adjust the angle of the easel upright relative to the tray. A transverse first channel is fixed to the hinged upright member. An easel extension slides in the upright socket and is fixed in extension by the painting. Slidable on the bar is a second channel which is adjusted in position by a thumb screw. A canvas or other painting surface is supported at its bottom and top edges by the first and second channels. For transportation and storage, the palette lid is placed on the tray, holding the contents in their compartments. The top easel cross bar is inverted and moved down to engage the edge of the palette and base, locking the palette and box closed, thus holding both paints and brushes in the base.