Abstract: A case for retaining eyeglasses of the locking hinge type, has a front side and a rear side joined to form a closed bottom of the case. The top portions of each side are separate from each other, and rest against each other when the case is in a resting, closed position. At least one of the sides has a generally convex outer surface and a corresponding concave inner surface to form a hollow portion within the case. The top perimeters and the bottom perimeters meet to form two junctions at opposite side edges of the case, such that when inward pressure is applied at each junction, the top perimeters move away from each other to open the case, and upon release of said pressure, the top perimeters return to the closed position.

Abstract: A pull-apart fragrance sampler is provided which may be produced in-line and without the use of pressure sensitive materials. The sampler includes a carrier defining a fold line, barrier applied to the carrier and centered with respect to the fold line such that the fold line divides the barrier into a first half and a second half, and a wet fragrance sample applied to one of the first and second halves of the barrier. The carrier and barrier are folded over upon themselves along the fold line and a seal is formed around the wet fragrance sample without the use of pressure sensitive materials to bind the two halves of the sampler together. The seal and barrier define a pocket which will substantially prevent the premature release of said fragrance from the sampler. The seal may be a heat seal, an adhesive seal, or a cohesive seal. The barrier may be an aqueous based curable coating, an organic based curable coating, or a film.

Abstract: The cleaning container for spectacles comprises a cap and a bellows arranged on the bottom of the cleaning container, the spectacles to be cleaned being adapted to be clamped longitudinally between the cap and the bellows. For mounting the bellows, the circumferential wall of the cleaning container has provided therein a plurality of indentations which are evenly distributed over the circumference and form inwardly projecting noses which grip over the bellows in an axially slightly compressed state. The mounting of the cleaning container is thereby simplified, and the shape of the indentations guarantees that upon axial compression the bellows can always return into the initial state without getting jammed.

Abstract: A boil-in-bag sachet is provided comprising top and bottom transverse seals, wherein the bottom transverse seal extends obliquely downwardly from at least one edge of the sachet that intersects an edge of the sachet at an angle of less than 90°, and preferably defining a bag-like or funnel-like bottom to the sachet, thereby improving drainage of water from within the sachet.

Abstract: A magnetic coupler having various holding device embodiments to be quickly magnetically coupled and uncoupled with an industrial strength magnetic base that is fixedly attached to a desired nonferrous surface, such as a dashboard of an automobile. The magnetic base includes a nonferrous low or soft durometer shell that encases the magnet. Preferably, the shell's outer surface is textured, which provides friction for superior magnetic coupling with a ferrous disk. If the device to be held is relatively heavy or has a high profile, the holding device/object to be held includes a support collar assembly that is fixedly attached to an external portion of the holding device.

Abstract: A pen for receiving a pair of eyeglasses includes a casing and a writing tip. The casing includes an elongated first casing half and a second casing half. The first casing half defines an interior chamber adapted to receive a pair of eyeglasses therein, and has a front end, a rear end, and an opening that is formed between the front and rear ends, and that is adapted to permit movement of the eyeglasses into the interior chamber therethrough. The second casing half has a mounting side mounted pivotally on the first casing half between the front and rear ends, and a free side resting on the first casing half so that the second casing half covers the opening in the first casing half. The free side is rotatable away from the opening so as to be adapted to permit passage of the eyeglasses through the opening, and is retained releaseably on the first casing half. The writing tip is attached to the front end of the first casing half.

Abstract: Display cards are provided for displaying sunglass attachments for eyeglasses, specifically inexpensively produced mountings to display a drop-on sunglass attachment from a display rod that allow a prospective purchaser to sample the drop-on sunglass attachment prior to purchasing without removal of the drop-on sunglass attachment from the display card. An upper and lower substantially rectangular, planar members slightly greater in width than a drop-on sunglass attachment are provided, including a horizontal slot located in the upper member for receiving a molded hook in the top of the drop-on sunglass attachment. The lower member has essentially equal dimensions as the upper member, and hingedly connects to the upper member through a thin segment only as wide as the nosepiece of the drop-on sunglass attachment.

Abstract: A case with two shell bodies (1) which may be assembled to each other transversely to the longitudinal axis of the case, comprises an insert (10) which is arranged parallel to the longitudinal axis of the case. One end of the insert may be inserted into one of the shell bodies (1), which is provided with an opening (13) for snapping-in a latching element (12). The insert (10) comprises an arm (11) which is biased in the direction of the opening (13) and which on the end side carries the latching element (12).

Abstract: A simple holder is provided for holding a desired small article to an article of clothing. The holder is provided by the operational combination of a base member of a selected appearance, the base including a magnetizable area thereon. Holding means are secured to the base member for holding a desired small article thereto or therein. The holder is in cooperative combination with a permanent magnet. The base member may be secured to the front of an article of clothing by means of magnetic attraction between the magnetizable area adjacent the front of the clothing and the permanent magnet at a corresponding area at the back of the article of clothing. The selected small article can then be held by the holding means.

Abstract: The invention relates to a container (10) for storing a pair of spectacles (54) which can be inserted into the space between a spectacle holder (56) and a pivotable housing lid (20). When the housing lid (20) is closed, two rubber bands (28), which are held under tension in a housing (12) of the container (10) beneath the housing lid (20), press the spectacles (54) against an inner side of the housing lid (20) so that the spectacles (54) are held securely in the housing lid (20) so as not to rattle.

Abstract: A console device for vehicles which includes a multiple use storage area having a bottom wall and an upwardly extending peripheral wall with an upwardly extending peripheral wall about at least a portion of that bottom wall defining a receiving recess with front and rear surfaces. A divider member extends upwardly from the bottom wall within the recess and between the front and rear surfaces, and features an arcuate cross-sectional conformation. A space is provided on the bottom wall between the divider member and at least one of the front and rear surfaces. At least one opening is also provided for receiving the lower portions of a cup or similar drinking vessel, with that opening including a bottom wall, front and rear walls, and at least one sidewall member generally defining a cup receiving area. An adjustable cupholder arm extends between the front and rear walls and includes an inner edge for defining an adjustable portion of the cup receiving area.

Abstract: A packaging case set, used for packing swimming goggles with a mono frame, including two pieces of packaging cases that have the same style case shell, and in which each of the packaging cases consists of a first and second enclosure, bonding unit etc. Therein, the first and second enclosures are inward arching and are then assembled to form a sealed space. Furthermore, each enclosure is equipped with a bonding unit, whereby the bonding unit contains the first and second fasteners, which further become fastened together accordingly. Owing to the above structure, and also by means of the fastening function in-between the first and second fasteners on the first enclosure, it can hence be reassembled into two different-styled packaging cases at the time of opening. Thus, it is ready for the packing of small personal items or complete set of swimming goods, such as swimming goggles, earplugs, nosepieces, etc.

Abstract: This invention is an accessory for a garment. It is designed to decorate the garment. The invention also has a practical use in that it is a pouch for glasses. The invention is a decoration for a garment on which a pouch that is of sufficient size to hold a pair a glasses is attached to the back of the decoration. The decoration fully covers the glasses so that the glasses do not detract from the decor of the garment. The glasses can not be seen by an individual viewing the invention from the front. On the back of the pouch are four methods to attach the invention to the garment. One method to attach the invention to the garment is a magnetic strip on the back of the pouch. This magnetic strip on the pouch is placed against the garment and on the underside of the garment another magnetic strip is placed against the magnetic strip on the back of the invention with the garment in between. This will hold the invention to the garment without placing an opening in the garment.

Abstract: A fastening device for holding a golf implement set is described. The fastening device includes a fastening stand having a clip attached to one side thereof for attachment to a person's belt. A plurality of embedded channels is attached to the other side of the fastening stand. The embedded channels are formed by ribbed strips and are adapted to hold ball location markers, mending tools, a brush, etc. A plurality of openings are provided along a top surface of the fastening stand. The openings are sized to permit insertion of different sized golf tees into the fastening stand. In addition, the openings include resilient clip members for resiliently holding the golf tees. The fastening device firmly holds the golf implement set in place so that they do not drop when a golfer is using the fastening device while playing golf.

Abstract: A multi-purpose eyeglass holding and cleaning kit capable of storing a pair of eyeglasses and including a body with an outer shell constructed of a durable material, the body having a selected length, width and thickness which defines a generally elongate article with a first end and a second end and defining, in combination, a hollow interior suitable for receiving in inserting fashion the pair of the eyeglasses eyeglasses. A hingedly secured portion is secured to the body at a desired location and is actuated from a closed position to an open position in order to reveal an interior of the shell interior and to permit the insertion or removal of the pair of eyeglasses. A volume of a glass lens cleaning solution is contained within the shell at a first selected location, the cleaning solution further including a dispensing pump incorporated within the body. A plurality of tissues is contained within the shell and is accessible from a second selected location.

Abstract: The container includes a base portion and a removable lid portion. The base and lid portions, interfit with each other to form a waterproof seal. The portions are easily separable for quick access to the interior of the container. The eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact lenses and various contact lens and eye wear lens solutions are housed in the base portion. The lid portion includes lens cleaning tissues and a mirror. In addition, a handle secured to the base portion is hollow and separable into two pieces to reveal an adjustable string or strap to facilitate the carrying of the container. The strap is placed over the shoulder or around the waist of an individual for carrying the container with the individual. The strap is adjustable so as to lengthen or shorten its length, dependent upon its use.

Abstract: A boil-in-bag package for the storage and cooking of food items includes an elongated rectangular shaped bag having an inside and an outside wall, a closed top end and an open bottom end. A handle section is adjacent the top end of the bag section, with the handle section having an upper and a lower portion and a first and second side. The upper portion of the handle section includes an opening sized and shaped for receiving a lifting utensil. A sealing/release mechanism is positioned on the handle section and is configured to releaseably close the open bottom end of the elongated bag section contiguous with the handle section thereby forming a U-shaped package configured to allow a through-flow of fluid between the inside walls of the U-shaped package. The sealing/release mechanism is further configured to allow for the release of the open bottom end from the handle section without contacting the elongated bag section.

Abstract: A case for glasses in the shape of a writing instrument having a hollow barrel portion for receiving a pair of small glasses. The case can take a plurality of different cross-sectional configurations. The writing instrument can be a pen or pencil at one end of the hollow barrel with an opening with a removable cover at the opposite end. The glasses for use therewith can be small conventional glasses or specially designed glasses that can have both telescopic frames and telescopic temples.

Abstract: An air freshener container includes a first casing and a second casing attached to each other so as to form an animal model body, moreover the head and the hat are pivotally mounted in the animal model body. The tie, transparent cover and foot are attached to the first casing of the animal model body, and the signal sensor is attached to the second casing. The lighting unit extending to the transparent cover is attached to the signal sensor, and the container of air freshener is detachably received in the through hole of the animal model body.

Abstract: Disclosed is a storage pouch article that is used to store eyeglasses in a secure and protective manner. The storage pouch is generally rectangular in shape with a pouch sewn into its mid-section, designed to accept a pair of eyeglasses, and has weighted sections at each end. The weighted sections serve to anchor the pouch on a support surface in order to reduce the chances for knocking them down or sliding therefrom under their own weight.

Abstract: Eyeglasses convertible into an eyeglass case, including a frame, seats, rotary blocks, upper and lower covers, and hinges. The frame has lenses and a larger nose pad at the center. The seats are provided on both ends of the frame and have upper and lower grooves on one side, with a screw hole disposed intermediate of the upper and lower grooves. The rotary blocks have a projection and can turn about an angle of 180 degrees in the seats. The rotary blocks further have a recess on one side with a through hole for receiving a screw rod, whereby the hinge is pivotally secured in the recess. The hinges are provided at front ends of the upper and lower covers that serve as casings of the eyeglass case or earpieces of the eyeglasses.

Abstract: An apparatus for removing deposits from a razor blade includes a quantity of cation source material, a vessel retaining a cation carrying medium, and a medium and cation permeable barrier dividing the vessel and the medium into a blade placement region and a material retaining region, for separating the quantity of cation source material from the razor blade. The cation source material preferably includes several plastic beads. The medium permeable barrier is preferably a wire mesh. The cation carrying medium preferably includes water. A method of removing deposits from a razor blade includes the steps of: providing an apparatus including a vessel containing a water medium and cation source material at least partly submerged in the water medium, and immersing the blade in the water medium for a length of time to permit cations supplied by the material to react with the deposits on the blade.

Abstract: A dosing device for dispensing a highly viscous liquid includes a frame and a flexible sheet. The frame has an open top and an open bottom. The sheet is suspended from the open top of the frame for retaining the liquid within the sheet.

Abstract: A package for a liquid comprising an outer container, an inner water soluble or water dispersible solution or dispersion in an organic liquid of a chemical. There is a space between the container and the envelope which is at least 5% of the volume of the outer container. The chemical is potentially toxic or damaging or detrimental to health or to the environment. Examples of chemicals are pesticides and phytosanitary chemicals.

Abstract: A hot beverage brewing kit comprised of a double-walled cup and a cylindrical filter support stowable between the cup's walls is disclosed. A retaining ring secures a cone-shaped textile fabric filter to the filter support. The filter stows in a space between the bottom of the cup's fluid containing cavity and the cup's lower end cover. An upper end cover engages the cup's single-walled upper rim, and has a drinking aperture therein. An alternative embodiment of the kit includes a modified cup which has its outer bottom wall and outer side wall formed as an integral structure. A threaded joint toward the upper end of the outer side wall joins the integral outer bottom and side walls to the upper and inner portions of the modified cup.

Abstract: A case for a mask includes a first panel secured to a second panel to form a pouch into which the mask may be inserted and removed. The second panel may include a pair of overlapping panel sections defining an opening for insertion of the mask. Apertures on either side of the case accommodate passage of a strap attached to the mask. Alternatively, straps may be permanently secured to the case. Closure elements on either side of the opening maintain the case in a closed position. The case may be positioned behind the user's head when the mask is being used, cushioning the strap, and may be inverted into a storage configuration to cover at least the mask lens. The closure elements are oriented in mutually facing relation in both configurations to maintain the case closed. Panels of the case may be made of floatable synthetic materials or may include light-weight or net materials to promote drying of the case and mask following use.

Abstract: A holder for eyeglasses, which may include corrective lenses, sunglasses, or the like. The preferred embodiment of the present invention contemplates a holder having a generally rectilinear body structure having a longitudinal axis, a length, front, back, and first and second side walls, a top and a bottom, and a conduit formed therethrough for the passage of the eyeglass's earpiece shaft therethrough. To facilitate a secure storage of the glasses, the end of the temple bar which engages the frame at the endpiece engages an open area formed in the front face of the holder body which terminates in sloped fashion to a point situated generally at the longitudinal axis, the open face configured to engage a wide variety of configuration temple bars.

Abstract: A device for the controlled release of vapour and a method of dispensing a volatile medium into the air. The device includes a carrier impregnated with a volatile medium and a wrapper of flexible material surrounding said carrier for retaining the volatile medium on the carrier. Said wrapper has a plurality of contiguous tear strips arranged in longitudinal sequence disposed over the carrier that may be successively removed to expose a portion of the carrier of increasing size without any need to provide for relative movement of the wrapper and carrier. The method of dispensing a volatile medium into the air includes providing such a device, removing a first tear strip to expose a portion of the carrier, and subsequently removing an additional tear strip to expose a fresh area of carrier to maintain the concentration of volatile medium at a desired level.

Abstract: This invention relates to a disposable system for making portions of a hot beverage such as coffee or tea, comprising a porous filter designed to extend within a beverage container and having an upper region which is detachably coupled to the edge of the beverage container, whereby a predetermined quantity of solid beverage material can be placed within the filter, a predetermined quantity of liquid can be poured onto the beverage material, and the resulting liquid in the beverage container can steep with the solid beverage material within the filter, so that a desired portion of a beverage of a desired strength may be produced.

Abstract: A method for packaging a full set of snorkel components and a resulting package. Swim fins are arranged in an overlapping configuration. A mask including its strap, surrounds the two overlapping fins with the mask positioned about halfway between the ends of the fins and facing in the same direction as the foot aperture of the front-facing fin. A snorkel tube is positioned on the edge of the overlapping fins in a direction generally parallel to the length of the fins. The snorkel tube may be attached to the mask strap and the mouthpiece of the snorkel tube is placed between the mask and the foot aperture. This assembled set of snorkel components is placed in a clear plastic, zippered bag having a narrow end and a wider end. An optional cover carton may be added to cap the respective ends of the zippered bag, provide added structural support and provide surfaces for some limited graphics.

Abstract: An eyeglass case includes a substantially rigid internal shell member surrounded by a flexible covering material provided with a closure flap selectively securable in a closed position for retaining eyeglasses in protective storage within the inner shell member. The shell member includes an inverted V-shaped support member extending upwardly from a floor of the shell member which engages a nose recess of a pair of eyeglasses stored within the case. The shell member includes one or more internal receptacles for storage of miscellaneous accessory items such as nose pads, spare screws, a small screwdriver, lens cleaning solution, a lens wiping cloth, contact lenses, contact lens solutions, medications, etc.

Abstract: A device, for use in a washing machine filled with water for cleaning surfaces without the use of detergent, comprising a water permeable housing containing a plurality of cation exchange resin beads, a quantity of tourmaline, a quantity of metal alloy such as copper micro-fibre strands, and a quantity of ferromagnetic material. The materials contained within the housing are in fluid communication with the laundry water and function to clean laundry by substantially reducing the quantity of dissolved solids in the water, neutralizing bacteria, germs and algae, and attracting positively charged particles from soiled laundry articles.

Abstract: A receptacle for a fermented milk product starter culture is disclosed. The receptacle allows a single batch of starter culture to be transferred from one quantity of fermented milk to a fresh quantity of milk for formation of additional fermented milk product. Methods for the production of fermented milk product are also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to a disposable system for making portions of a hot beverage such as coffee or tea, comprising a porous filter designed to extend within a beverage container and having an upper region which is detachably coupled to the edge of the beverage container, whereby a predetermined quantity of solid beverage material can be placed within the filter, a predetermined quantity of liquid can be poured onto the beverage material, and the resulting liquid in the beverage container can steep with the solid beverage material within the filter, so that a desired portion of a beverage of a desired strength may be produced.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a case (30) for a clip-on spectacle shield comprising a retainer guide (31) and two housings (35) arranged for receiving respective shield lenses of the clip-on shield where the connecting bridge of the clip-on shield extends from one housing to the other, said case being characterised in that the retainer guide is made of a dimensionally stable material, that the retainer guide is made to secure the housings and to support the connecting bridge of the clip-on shield in a well-defined orientation, that the housings are made of a resilient material and are configured to tightly enclose the shield lenses so as to ensure that the case is deformed elastically for an increased curvature when the clip-on shield is contained therein whereby the clip-on shield is secured elastically.

Abstract: This invention is to be put in the washing machine vat with clothing and finely dividing hydro molecule cluster of the washing water by which the washing water permeates into the fiber of the clothing a generally disk shaped vessel main body is configured to be raised at its upper and lower surfaces where numerous water passing holes or perforations are formed for passing water there-through, a shock absorber is attached on the vessel main body at its side periphery face; a float is attached on the main body at its upper center, and a ceramic ball, tormaline resin, magnet and copper fiber are contained in the vessel main body.

Abstract: A case for glasses in the shape of a writing instrument having a hollow barrel portion for receiving a pair of small glasses. The case can take a plurality of different cross-sectional configurations. The writing instrument can be a pen or pencil at one end of the hollow barrel with an opening with a removable cover at the opposite end. The glasses for use therewith can be small conventional glasses or specially designed glasses that can have both telescopic frames and telescopic temples.

Abstract: A folding eyeglass case has a flexible case with an open end and a closed end. A first closure mechanism is affixed to the case near the open end and a second closure mechanism is affixed to the case near the closed end of the case. The first and second closure mechanisms securely engage with each other when the case is folded in half. Preferably, the first and second closure mechanisms are affixed so as to mate on a first side of the case. The second side of the case includes VELCRO strips or the like for attachment to a belt clip or a pager.

Abstract: This invention relates to a device for providing a dose of a liquid or solid to a larger container. More particularly, this invention relates to a dispensing device for providing a dose of substances, such as solid or liquid detergents or bleaches to a wash tub. This is accomplished by the structure of the doser device which provides for an increase and decrease in the volume of the doser during use. In a preferred embodiment, the structure to increase and decrease the volume of the dispenser is one or more bellows which are a part of the surface of the doser.

Abstract: An eyeglass case includes top and bottom substantially rigid shell members connected by a hinge for movement between open and closed positions. In the closed position, the shell members define an enclosed interior space adapted for protective storage of eyeglasses. The top and bottom shell members each include an interior end portion provided with an internal receptacle for storage of miscellaneous accessory items such as nose pads, spare screws, a small screwdriver, lens cleaning solution, and a lens wiping cloth. The internal receptacles include floor portions configured complementary to the articles stored therein and hinged lids for maintaining the stored items securely in position.

Abstract: A release device for slowly releasing vapors of a sprout inhibitor into a small package of potatoes is disclosed. The release device includes a container for holding finely particulate porous media which has absorbed a liquid sprout inhibitor. The container is at least partially porous with respect to sprout inhibitor vapors such that the release device may be utilized to inhibit sprouting of potatoes in small packages during shipments.

Abstract: The invention relates to a contact lens carrying case that also attaches to an eyeglass case. The contact lens carrying case is comprised of two flaps connected by a soft hinge. The carrying case contains a series of contact lens holders, with at least two contact lens holders for holding reusable contact lenses and at least two contact lens holders for holding disposable contact lenses. In addition, there are two bottles located on the inside face of the soft hinge. These bottles contain solutions designed to maintain the contact lenses. A mirror connected to a hinge is attached to the first flap, wherein the mirror can be rotated up at an angle of 45 degrees. Furthermore, there are two pouches located on an inside face of the second flap. One set of pouches are designed to hold disinfectant towels, while the other pouches are used to store personal items and information. Finally, there is a set of tissues in a tissue box located on an inside face on the second flap.

Abstract: A folding visor and case apparatus for eyeglasses which include an eyeglass lens frame containing eyeglass lenses and eyeglass arms hingedly connected to the eyeglass lens frame includes two substantially rigid side panels; a substantially rigid sun shield panel extending between the side panels and having two sun shield panel lateral ends; a hinged linkage panel assembly connecting each of the side panels to a lateral end of the sun shield panel, each of the linkage panel assemblies including a series of at least first and last panel sections interconnected with hinges, the first panel section in the series being pivotally connected to an edge of one of the side panels and the last panel section in the series being pivotally connected at one of the sun shield panel lateral ends; where the side panels each include an eyeglass arm attachment structure for operationally interconnecting the eyeglasses and the apparatus to open and close substantially in unison, so that opening the apparatus deploys the sun shiel

Abstract: A coffee maker has container (3, 5), which can be closed pressure-tight, for holding powdered coffee (12). Container (3) is equipped on the inside with screen (10) on the bottom and side wall. Flat, preferably round filter pouch (11) is inserted into container (3) such that the bottom and side wall of container (3) are completely covered. Filter pouch (11) is held by screen (10) at a distance to the inside wall of the container so that the coffee can flow out easily on all sides. The hot water is injected with nozzle head (6) at a 45.degree. angle to the center axis of the container.

Abstract: A pack for carrying valuables and golf accessories by a golfer is described. The pack includes a pouch having a zippered closure for retaining non-golf accessories such as keys, change, glasses, and the like and an external pocket for retaining golf accessories during play. The pouch is elongated and concave with a rigid backing material having an integral clip thereon for affixing the pouch to the wearer's belt or to the golf bag. The pack is intended to make the golf accessories readily available during play while securing the golfer's valuables and to be easily removable from the golf bag after play so that the valuables can be maintained on the golfer's person.

Abstract: A case for a mask includes a first panel secured to a second panel to form a pouch into which the mask may be inserted and removed. The second panel may include a pair of overlapping panel sections defining an opening for insertion of the mask. Apertures on either side of the case accommodate passage of a strap attached to the mask. Alternatively, straps may be permanently secured to the case. Closure elements on either side of the opening maintain the case in a closed position. The case may be positioned behind the user's head when the mask is being used, cushioning the strap, and may be inverted into a storage configuration to cover at least the mask lens. The closure elements are oriented in mutually facing relation in both configurations to maintain the case closed. Panels of the case may be made of floatable synthetic materials or may include light-weight or net materials to promote drying of the case and mask following use.

Abstract: Filter bags containing a substance from which to prepare an infusion are fashioned from tubular blanks of filter paper having an elongated appearance, each one filled with measured and separate quantities of the substance distributed along its length, which are doubled up and made secure, then provided with a label attached by a length of thread. A machine for automating the manufacture of such bags includes a wheel carrying grippers with radial arms, around which the thread is drawn peripherally as the grippers are indexed in turn through a station where the blank is folded double initially, a forming station at which the two joined ends are folded together to effect a closure, a cutting station at which the thread is divided into single lengths, a feed station supplying the labels, and a fastening station at which the length of thread is knotted both to the label and to the closure.

Abstract: A dispensing device for a soluble or dispersible material which comprises a tube formed of a liquid impermeable material and of unitary construction, the tube being closed at both ends and having perforations along a portion of its length or close to one end, and containing a soluble granular material. The device is coated with a material such as sugar or "NUTRA SWEET", the material being rigid in the dry state and soluble when immersed in a liquid. The device is immersed in a liquid which results in a dissolving of material coating permitting the material within device to also disperse into the liquid.

Abstract: A water permeable disposable filter, the filter including a side wall having an open top region and a sealed bottom region with indicia means is provided. The filter is provided with interior and exterior surfaces, the indicia means located on the interior surface of the side wall of the filter for indicating the amount of ground coffee to be filled into said filter in order to produce a desired quantity of the brewed coffee beverage. The indicia means may include both numbering and level graduations.

Abstract: A case for glasses in the shape of a writing instrument having a hollow barrel portion for receiving a pair of small glasses. The case can take a plurality of different cross-sectional configurations. The writing instrument can be a pen or pencil at one end of the hollow barrel with an opening with a removable cover at the opposite end. The glasses for use therewith can be small conventional glasses or specially designed glasses that can have both telescopic frames and telescopic temples.