Abstract: A holder for securing a glove or other article to a bag, hook or other item is provided. The holder comprises a ring, a snap hook type fastener attached to the ring in swivel fashion, and a rigid or semi-rigid tag suspended from the ring by a strap. In one embodiment the tag comprises two members or halves hingedly connected to each other in clamshell fashion so that the two members can be folded together and held together via hook and loop type fasteners. The glove may be secured to the holder via hook and loop type fastening surface located on the glove. The holder can also secure an article not having a hook or loop type fastening surface by draping the article over the hinge.

Abstract: The present invention is an organizer device having a primary back strap 10, the primary back strap 10 having a first end, a second end and a middle portion. The first end having a first buckle portion 32 and a means for suspending the back strap 20, the second end having a second buckle portion 28, the middle portion having at least one attachment location with an appended buckle portion 38 interposed between the first and second ends; and wherein the second end is provided to receive the first end of a second primary back strap. The device further has at least one removable cinch strap device 40 having a first end and a second end, the first end having two buckle portions 38, 39, a first buckle portion 39 for removable attachment to the attachment location with an appended buckle 38 on the primary back strap 10 and a second buckle portion 39 to attach to the buckle portion at the second end of the cinch strap 40 to form a loop for holding a coil of cable 100, a power tool box or other material.

Abstract: A boltless retention system for a protective headgear includes a pad boltlessly secured within a cavity of the protective headgear. A strap is boltlessly secured within the cavity and between the pad and an inner surface of the headgear. The strap withstands a static pull strength between about 150 pounds and 300 pounds.

Abstract: Male and female parts of a buckle have mating shapes which together form ears and depressed eyes of an animal face. The male part has the shape of an anchor with eyes which slide into grooves to lock the parts, and ears which project upward from a slot in the cylindrical female part. Hooks on the female part back secure a cord loop which extends from the female part. A cover snaps on the back of the female part.

Abstract: An innovative baby appliance support makes it possible to keep baby's pacifier (and other appliances) clean while in use. The support features a strap with clasps at each end. The strap, which may or may not feature an adjustable length, features at least one clasp tab. In use, one clasp of the device is affixed to the child's clothing, while the other is looped around the pacifier handle and applied to the clasp tab. When used in such a manner, the support will frequently wholly prevent the pacifier or other appliance from falling and contacting the ground when it is dropped from the child's mouth.

Abstract: A retainer for a bag shoulder strap, including a flat longitudinal member having a retaining portion on one end, a pin retaining member secured to one side of the flat longitudinal member, and a pin member. The pin retaining member defines a transverse space between the retaining member and the longitudinal member adjacent the longitudinal member other end, and also includes wings spaced from the longitudinal member and projecting inwardly from opposite sides adjacent the longitudinal member one end. The pin member includes a transverse portion pivotally trapped in the transverse space, and first and second pin legs extending longitudinally from opposite ends of the transverse portion to pointed ends adjacent the longitudinal member one end. In a securing position the pointed ends of the pin legs are between the pin retaining member wings and the longitudinal member.

Abstract: A clasp, including a first magnet, a second magnet, wherein the clasp is closed by coupling the first magnet and the second magnet and the clasp is opened by uncoupling the first magnet and the second magnet.

Abstract: A holder for securing eyeglasses, sunglasses or other personal items that may be securely incorporated into an article of clothing at the time the article is manufactured. The holder includes a base member that can be inserted into an article of clothing. The base member can be securely attached to/by a fastening device. The fastening device may have one end threaded through the article of clothing and securely affixed to the base member and the other end securely affixed to the external part of the holder. The external part of the holder can include a hanger with a support base and a loop. The holder allows a wearer to insert a temple piece of a pair of eyeglasses, or a hook attached to another personal item, through the loop and allows the item to assume a secure and relatively flat position against the wearer's body. The holder may also in include an RFID tag. The holder may also include a covered loop. The covering may be either internal or external. The covering may include a design, logo or monogram.

Abstract: A small electronic device such as a cellular telephone is attached to a user through a system that comprises front and inner plates that are secured to a device cover for the electronic device. A connecting mechanism such as a jump-ring is attached to the front plate. Attached to the other end of the jump-ring is a flexible cord. The flexible cord attaches to the person of the user. When the cord is attached to the user, the present invention provides a means to secure the electronic device to the user to avoid theft of, loss of or damage to the device.

Abstract: A personal artifact tethering device includes a casing having an open wrist-receiving area for allowing the casing to be worn as a bracelet on a person's wrist, the casing having an enclosed interior area. A reel is positioned inside the enclosed interior area and is movable between retracted and extended configurations. A spring connects the spring and casing and biases the reel to the retracted configuration. The tethering device includes a flexible tether having a first end coupled to the reel and a second end coupled to a hook, the tether passing through the enclosed interior area of the casing such that at least a portion of the hook is always outside the enclosed interior area, relatively less of the flexible tether being outside the enclosed interior area of the casing when the reel is at the retracted configuration.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for attaching an object to an elastic surface includes an elastic surface and a first flexible, linear fastener attached to the elastic surface by at least two opposite ends separated by a distance that is less than a diameter of an object to be fastened to the elastic surface. A second flexible, linear fastener is attached to the elastic surface by at least two opposite ends separated by a distance that is less than a diameter of an object to be fastened to the elastic surface. The first linear fastener and the second linear fastener are separated by a distance sufficient to insert a leading edge of the object between the first linear fastener and the elastic surface and to insert a trailing edge of the object between the second linear fastener and the elastic surface so that the first linear fastener and the second linear fastener hold the object against the elastic surface.

Abstract: A clip is described for securing a strap to a housing having a slot for receiving the clip and a feature near the slot. The clip comprises a tab, a loop and a cover. The tab is shaped to fit in the slot on the housing. The loop defines an opening to receive a strap, at least a portion of the loop extending away from the housing to provide clearance for the strap. The cover is shaped to fit over the feature when the tab is inserted in the slot, the cover extending at an angle to the tab. In another embodiment, a clip is described as comprising a loop and tab. The loop defines an opening to receive a strap.

Abstract: A teething holder for use with a child's teething item, and more particularly a teething device having a flexible and elastic loop, a lock for releaseably locking the loop around a teething object, such as a biscuit, and an attachment element, for attaching the teething device, such as to a baby's bib or chair.

Abstract: An apparatus which facilitates retaining a coil wire from a microphone onto a shirt. The device is used to retain the coil from a microphone to a location adjacent to a police officer's shirt. The microphone or other communication device has an alligator clip or other means by which it is clipped to a shirt. The microphone is attached to a coil which then is attached to a pack which is usually worn on the police officer's belt. The present invention provides a secure loop which is securely retained on the shirt and through which the microphone coil passes. As a result, when the microphone becomes dislodged, the loop provides a means by which the coil dangles from the loop and enables the microphone to remain adjacent to the police officer's shirt.

Abstract: An extendable and retractable eyewear telescoping retaining strap assembly consisting of an outer tubular strap member and an inner strap member slidably disposed within the tubular member. Means are provided to secure the inner strap within the outer strap in the retracted position and to prevent the separation of the two straps when the inner strap is in the extended position. The assembly is attachable to the temple of an eyewear frame either by attaching the outer tubular strap to the temple or by attaching the inner strap to an additional retaining strap disposed within the temple. Each strap of the assembly is flexible and either longitudinally stretchable or inelastic to provide for different modes of use.

Abstract: A buckle for the fixing of accessories and in particular for the fixing of diving accessories, such as, for example a torch, to a diving jacket. The buckle comprises a male and a female portion that can be hitched to one another and connected to the accessory and the jacket by hitching means, such as rings or spring catches. The portions of the buckle are provided with a connection element that maintains its mechanical connection even in buckle release conditions. Advantageously, in the male and female portions of the buckle there are fixing seats that accommodate both the connection element and the hitching means for the items of clothing and for the accessories.

Abstract: A strap attachment for fastening an object to a baby garment may include an adornment for attaching to the baby garment; a strap extending from the adornment; a first fastener including two releasably engagable parts, a first engageable part fixedly attached to the strap, and a second engageable part fixedly attached to the strap between the first end and the first part of the two engageable parts; and a second fastener including two releasably engagable parts, a first engageable part of the second fastener fixedly attached to the garment at a location of the garment that is spatially separated from the adornment and from the first end of the strap, and a second engageable part of the second fastener attached to the strap at a location backing one of the first part of the first fastener and the second part of the first fastener.

Abstract: The tool saver hand tool systematic tethering safety device is intended for use with hand tools (which could be defined as tools intended to be used by an operators hands, by way of the hand tools' handle, or grip). Hand tools are well known to drop accidentally out of an operators' hands, and the tool saver hand tool systematic tethering safety device will stop said hand tool from falling completely away from said operator, through the use of the systems' hand tool receiving apparatus, having been fit securely onto any hand tool, being then attached, through the use of its center linkage assembly, to a wrist piece, which, then, said wrist piece, fits comfortably, and securely onto an operators wrist.

Abstract: Amongst other things, there is disclosed a breakaway lanyard comprising a carrier body having an upper end and an opposed lower end, and a lanyard strap having a first end and a second end. The first end is releasably connectable to the carrier body. The second end is fixed to the carrier body substantially at the upper end thereof. The first end is releasable from connection with the body portion upon application to the lanyard strap of a force exceeding a threshold level of force.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for attaching an object to an elastic surface includes an elastic surface and a first flexible, linear fastener attached to the elastic surface by at least two opposite ends separated by a distance that is less than a diameter of an object to be fastened to the elastic surface. A second flexible, linear fastener is attached to the elastic surface by at least two opposite ends separated by a distance that is less than a diameter of an object to be fastened to the elastic surface. The first linear fastener and the second linear fastener are separated by a distance sufficient to insert a leading edge of the object between the first linear fastener and the elastic surface and to insert a trailing edge of the object between the second linear fastener and the elastic surface so that the first linear fastener and the second linear fastener hold the object against the elastic surface.

Abstract: A tether for electronic devices employing a plug having a first end adapted for engagement to a tether and a second end formed on non-conductive material having an exterior surface with an exterior circumference adapted for frictional engagement with the interior circumference of an electrical socket. The second end can be formed of compressible material having an exterior circumference slightly larger than the socket for a biased engagement. An axial void can also be provided to accommodate projections in the socket or to engage an antenna.

Abstract: A leash device for wireless cellular phone earpieces. There is a first tubular member, composed of a substantially compliant material; a first intermediate coupling member, fixably attached to an exterior surface of the first tubular member; a leash member, coupled to an end of the first intermediate coupling member; a second intermediate coupling member, fixably attached to an end of the leash member, and oppositely disposed from the first intermediate coupling member; and a first coupling member, fixably attached to an end of the second intermediate clasp member, and configured to fasten the device to itself, a users apparel or eyewear. Further, the compliant material of the first tubular member is elastic. The leash member is composed of a flexible material. The first coupling member is configured in a question-mark-like shape, and is composed of a resilient material.

Abstract: A holder for securing eyeglasses, sunglasses or other personal items that may be securely incorporated into an article of clothing at the time the article is manufactured. The holder includes a base member that can be inserted into an article of clothing. The base member can be securely attached to an interconnecting cord. The cord may have one end threaded through the article of clothing and securely affixed to the base member and the other end securely affixed to the external part of the holder. The external part of the holder can include a hanger with a support base and a loop. The holder allows a wearer to insert a temple piece of a pair of eyeglasses, or a hook attached to another personal item, through the loop and allows the item to assume a secure and relatively flat position against the wearer's body.

Abstract: The exemplary embodiments of the coupling device described and illustrated herein are suitable for use as a secondary or redundant system for retaining attachment between a user's arm and a closed handled device in the event the user looses her grip of the device handle. Each of the coupling devices include a body constructed from a pliable material, such as leather, nylon, poly or cotton webbing, etc. Formed at the ends of the body are first and second loops and that define first and second openings, respectively. The first opening is sized and configured such that the second loop may be routed therethrough. The second opening is sized to slide over the hand and wrist of a user.

Abstract: A shell or case for holding a cell phone, with a releasable tether attached to the case, for quickly locating and retrieving the cell phone from the depths of a handbag or tote bag. A catch device with a push-button release mechanism is attached to an external surface of the shell. The tether has a post and anchor head that is catchable within the catch device. Pushing the release mechanism opens the catch. A biasing spring ejects the anchor head from the device. The tether may be attached at its other end to a handbag or tote bag strap, so that it is easily and quickly located. Pulling on the tether retrieves the shell with phone or other electronic device from the bag. Pushing the release button automatically releases and ejects the anchor-head end of the tether from the shell, so that the user may used the cell phone or device freely, without any restraint on freedom of movement.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to mechanics, and more specifically, to systems and methods for providing a retractable article tether. In one embodiment, the retractable article tether includes an elongated tether cord, the elongated tether cord including at least one fastener; a housing, the housing rotatably coupled to a retractable mechanism, the elongated tether cord being coupled to the retractable mechanism, and at least one clamp arm, the at least one clamp arm being movably coupled to the housing, wherein the elongated tether cord is configurable to being removably coupled to an article using the at least one fastener and wherein the at least one clamp arm is configurable to being removably coupled to an anchor object.

Abstract: An apparatus for retaining a pacifier within reach of a mouth of a child is disclosed. The apparatus includes a cord connected at both ends to a garment, wherein a first end of the cord is detachably coupled to the garment so as to allow the insertion of the cord into a pacifier ring when the first end of the cord is detached from the garment. The cord may be positioned horizontally across a chest area of the child's garment, such that a midpoint of the cord is located substantially on a midpoint of the garment. Further, the cord may be an elastic cord covered in an inelastic fabric. Also, the first end of the cord may be a piece of hook and loop fabric for coupling with a hook and loop fabric on the garment.

Abstract: A leashed Personal Digital Device, comprises a personal digital appliance (PDA) (12) detachably connected to a leash. The leash includes at least one extendible member (13), detachably connected at one of its ends to the PDA, and, at the other end, clip for detachably connecting the leash to the user's clothing or other user-portable device (15). The length of the extendible member is selected to reduce the likelihood of damage to said PDA if it is dropped, but permitting the user to use the PDA while it is attached to the user. The leashed PDA also discourages theft of the PDA or loss due to leaving the PDA in a public area. To encourage use of the leashed PDA, the leash includes a decorative segment.

Abstract: A magnetic retaining device having an elongate member with helical coils at a first end thereof. The helical coils are resiliently expandable so as to hold objects therein. A magnet is attached to a second end of the elongate member to allow the retaining device to be temporarily held on a magnetic surface.

Abstract: A device for holding and organizing items includes an anchor for fastening the device to an object; a strap adapted to secure the items to the device; and a connector, having an upper piece and a lower piece that pivot relative to one another, the upper piece being connected to the anchor and the lower piece being connected to the strap.

Abstract: An earring support device constructed of a single length of flexible metal wire or plastic line bent back upon itself at both ends and clasped or otherwise fasted so as to form a large loop at one end and one or more smaller loops at the other end.

Abstract: An identification card holder, on the front side of which a replaceable identification card can be placed. A spring-loaded yo-yo is fastened and positioned on the reverse side of the holder, such that the yo-yo remains partially or completely invisible as the card, along with its holder, is viewed from the front side. As the yo-yo is integrated with the holder, the result will be a small-sized, readily portable, and easy-to-handle assembly, which can be distanced from a bearer to the proximity of a code reader for an electric lock without releasing the suspension.

Abstract: Neck leash device for retaining eyewear while the wearer is in the water. With a leash portion which contains a float for easy location of the eyewear if lost, a wrist band for secondary safety should the leash come over the wearer's head, a quick release on the wrist band should the leash become tangled with the wearer, a pocket to hold small valuables so they will not be lost and a clamp that attaches to each end of said leash at the strap and each arm of the eyewear. A preferred embodiment includes wherein said leash portion is made of an elastic cord, a float is connected at the bottom of the two straps connecting to the arms of the eyewear and the single extending leash. The leash extends beyond the float approximately four feet and ends in a neoprene wrist band having an interlocking male and female connector material, such as VELCRO with a pocket to hold valuables and a break free device.

Abstract: An adjustable anti-theft security tag includes an engagement member having a first and second end securable within a housing for attachment to an article. The housing supports an electronic article surveillance marker and may include one or more channels for receiving and securing at least one stationary crimping member. The at least one stationary crimping member is sized to receive one end of the engagement member. The one or more crimping members may be disc shaped, including a plurality of fingers for securing one end of the engagement member, or may be tubular. The disc shaped members allow the engagement member to be moved downward, but not upward, so as to make the engagement loop smaller.

Abstract: A bookmark includes a seamless elastic band which is stretchable to loop around a group of pages in a book and around a cover of the book in order to identify a page place in the book. The band includes a slider thereon which has a front surface are that receives an image which is on one side of a sticker. When a bookmark is placed on a book, the slide is moveable along the elastic band while the elastic band is stationary, so that the slider can be placed at different locations on the cover of the book.

Abstract: A non-removable snap fastener used to attach a pacifier, teething ring, toy or other article to any garment of children's clothing. It is comprised of a non-removable female part of a snap fastener, which is attached to any garment of children's clothing, and preferably, though not necessary for effectiveness, incorporated into a decoration of flowers, animals, toys or any other attractive decoration for any garment of children's clothing, created using embroidery, appliqué, needlepoint or other craft. The corresponding male part of the snap fastener is attached to one end of a strap, having both female and male parts of a snap fastener attached to the other end of the strap, which is used to secure the article onto the strap for the child's use.

Abstract: A multiple item carrying device permitting a plurality of items to be conveniently and safely carried, used and retrieved. The carrying device preferably includes an adjustable main strap, a snap-fit closure along the length thereof, a mechanism at one end of the main strap to tether the device to a variety of locations, and a plurality of secondary straps at the other end for holding separate holders to which the items to be carried are secured.

Abstract: An anti-theft security tag includes an engagement member having a first and second end securable within a housing for attachment to an article. The housing supports an electronic article surveillance marker and may include one or more channels for receiving and securing at least one crimping sleeve. The at least one crimping sleeve is sized to receive one end of the engagement member. A slot is disposed within the housing in alignment with the at least one crimping sleeve, and is sized to receive a crimping tool to crimp the sleeve and secure the wire to the article within the housing.

Abstract: An inflating needle assembly includes a retaining element, an inflating needle, and a retainer. The inflating needle includes a hollow shank extending from a threaded fitting. The retainer is coupled to the retaining element for securing the inflating needle to the retaining element for transportation or storage.

Abstract: A tool is provided and includes a hook member which is attached to an extendable and retractable pole member, and a retainer which can retain the pole member in a collapsed position. The hook member is used to twist a short portion of a workpiece around a long portion of a workpiece in order to secure the short portion to the long portion when the workpiece is hung from an overhead support member. The retainer retains an inner pole of the pole member within an outer pole of the pole member when the pole member is in a collapsed position.

Abstract: A tether arrangement for a laptop computer having two independently adjustable and lockable tethers which are connected to the laptop computer, e.g. at the sides or by a loop passing over a portion of the computer, and connected to two points on the clothing of a seated person using the computer on the lap, for example by clips attached to belt loops.

Abstract: A hang tag to be suspended from a chain below the neck or attached to the shirt pocket of a wearer so as to enable the wearer to reliably carry a pair of glasses, or the like, at times when the glasses are not in use such as, for example, while exercising, bathing, enjoying the beach or, in the case of sunglasses, in cloudy conditions. The hang tag includes an elongated body having a longitudinally extending track formed therethrough. A thumb operated adjustable push pad is located in and slidable along the track. One arm of the pair of glasses to be carried is moved through the track and folded over the bottom edge thereof. A pushing force is then applied to the adjustable push pad to cause the push pad to slide axially along the track and into engagement with the hinge that connects the folded arm to the frame of the glasses. Accordingly, the push pad exerts a clamping force on the hinge to prevent the unintended removal of the eyeglasses from the hang tag.

Abstract: A non-removable snap fastener used to attach a pacifier, teething ring, toy or other article to any garment of children's clothing. It is comprised of a non-removable female part of a snap fastener, which is attached to any garment of children's clothing, and preferably, though not necessary for effectiveness, incorporated into a decoration of flowers, animals, toys or any other attractive decoration for any garment of children's clothing, created using embroidery, appliqué, needlepoint or other craft. The corresponding male part of the snap fastener is attached to one end of a strap, having both female and male parts of a snap fastener attached to the other end of the strap, which is used to secure the article onto the strap for the child's use.

Abstract: A variable length strap including at least one elastic cord, such as a shock or bungee cord, to adjustably secure an article to a wearer is disclosed. At least one cord lock may be provided on the elastic cord to assist with adjustment of strap length by being selectively slidable along or anchored to the cord. The length of the strap may be adjusted by selectively moving the cord lock along the elastic cord either towards or away from one side of the article. At least one end of the elastic cord may be secured to the cord lock. The elastic cord may also have at least one end secured to the article, or the elastic cord may be slidably mounted at a junction on the article. A guide may be provided on the elastic cord, with the elastic cord slidable through the guide. The guide may keep the first and second portions of the elastic cord separate from one another.

Abstract: A device for maintaining position of a piece of jewelry includes a strip of flexible material having a first end, a second end and a middle portion between the first and second ends. The device further includes a fastener having first and second components.

Abstract: In the secured pen holder of U.S. Pat. No. 6,167,596, a first resilient engagement between cover and base provides an indication of the replacement state in which the pen assembly can be replaced. A second resilient engagement between cover and base provides an indication of the use position in which the pen is held within the holder for use. A third resilient engagement between transport and base provides an indication that the transport is resiliently held in place at a position when the transport wall holds the pen tether and stop in place during the use state.

Abstract: A fastener is provided for removably engaging and holding sections of material, such as a tarp, without piercing the material. One piece of the fastener is a base with one end providing a contact surface for a support structure, and the other forming a substantially elliptical flange. The second piece is a frame having an opening that substantially defines a first ellipse having a first orientation, and a second ellipse having a second orientation. The second elliptical opening is partially occluded at its opposite ends. A section of material to be engaged and held is placed over the elliptical flange. The second piece is oriented to align the first elliptical opening and the elliptical flange, and is inserted over the elliptical flange and section of material to be held. The second piece is then rotated to align the second elliptical opening and elliptical flange.

Abstract: A charm chain is comprised of an ornamental chain in a selected shape, multiple snaps and a lining band, snaps being respectively fixed to both ends of the ornamental chain and retain the lining band at the bottom of the ornamental chain for the charm chain to be adapted to a string bikini, a bra, a strap or any other accessories for ornamental purpose and safe use since the ornamental chain is prevented from directly contacting one's skin by means of the: lining band.

Abstract: An adjustably locking stethoscope identification tag having a first body and a second body, the first body defining a first surface and a second surface, the second body defining a third surface and a fourth surface, a first leg positioned adjacent to the second surface of the first body and extending in a direction away from the second surface of the first body, and a first leg retainer positioned adjacent to the third surface of the second body and extending in a direction away from the third surface of the second body, wherein a space defined between the first body and the second body is increased by moving the first body in a direction away from the second body and is decreased by moving the first body in a direction toward the second body.

Abstract: A buckle includes a body having a pressing portion, a clamping portion, and a bendable connecting portion between the pressing portion and the clamping portion. The pressing portion includes two sidewalls and a post fixed between the sidewalls. The clamping portion includes a clamping hole. The connecting portion is mounted around a mounting peg of a main body of a pair of swimming/diving goggles. An end of a head strap of the pair of swimming/diving goggles extends into the body, winds around the post, and extends out of the body. The end of the head strap is pullable to obtain a desired tightness, exerting a force to the post to press against retaining edges on two lateral sides delimiting the clamping hole, thereby reliably positioning the head strap in place. The pressing portion is manually movable to disengage the post from the retaining edges, allowing loosening of the head strap.