Abstract: A method to transform a thermoplastic novelty toothbrush into a costume jewelry piece, such as a bracelet, or a toy after it is no longer employed in service as a toothbrush. The thermoplastic material allows a user to easily remove the bristles and form the toothbrush into a costume jewelry piece or toy.

Abstract: A method for forming a dual component ornamental accessory for a fingernail which includes an elongated overlay having a top surface and a bottom surface and first and second ends, the first end having a shape and size approximating the shape and size of at least the end of a fingernail. The base portion is fixed to, and substantially coextensive with, at least the second end of the overlay. In preferred embodiments, the overlay is transparent or translucent while the base is translucent or opaque, and the base also forms an abutment for use in fitting the accessory to the end of the nail of the user. Furthermore, the present ornamental accessory is preferably an artificial fingernail tip, and most preferably a French tip.

Abstract: A method and kit which allows unskilled persons to prepare polished amber in a supervised or unsupervised environment. The method includes steps employing inexpensive materials and polishing compounds. The preferred polishing compounds comprise ingredients that are generally recognized as safe. The kit according to this invention contains components that will enable an unskilled person or child to polish amber using the method of this invention in supervised or unsupervised environments.

Abstract: A method of forming jewelry articles discloses a method of constructing multi-colored jewelry from multiple colored thread parts which are cut into short threads of approximately one-half inch in length. The cut threads of different colors are then mixed in combination with a liquid glue product and a fabric stiffener. The mixture is blended and formed into a desired shape using a mold cavity. The blend produces a "marbled look" and the mold is polished so as to give the finished article a glossy, marbled look resembling certain stone such as granite.

Abstract: A method for making reusable mold halves whereby mold aligning perturbations are directly formed in the process. Two mold parts are superimposed, one having a cavity for retaining the mold to be reproduced and the other having cavities for forming the perturbations. A molding compound is introduced into the cavities which, upon hardening, forms a first mold piece including the model and the perturbations. The mold piece is retained within one of the mold parts, turned upside down, and superimposed with another mold part. Molding compound is introduced into the assembly and hardens to form a second mold piece formed with recesses that are complementary to the perturbations. The mold pieces are separated from the mold parts and the model is removed to form two aligning mold halves.

Abstract: A decorative emblem is formed by producing a decorative surface, which may be printed and embossed, on a foil substrate. An integral bezel is then formed around the periphery of the decorative surface. Fluent plastic is cast onto the decorative surface to form a meniscus over it. Upon curing, the plastic cap gives a lens effect to the decorative surface. The decorative emblem may be adapted with several types of different attachment means, such as an edge adhesive strip, for fastening it to the intended surface such as an automobile, appliance, or other object.

Abstract: A fragrant ornament, such as a jewelry piece, is disclosed which consists of a mixture of a major amount of a natural botanical plant material, essential oils, and a minor amount of a fluorocarbon resin binder. A method for formulating and molding the ornament is also disclosed.