Abstract: A multiple shoe rack bag has a plurality of panels, at least one of which has an opening formed therein. The panels form a space enclosing at least one rack capable of containing at least one pair of shoes therein. A pocket is installed in the opening and is configured to hold a chemical composition in an interior thereof. A zipper provides access into the interior of the pocket. The pocket has a gas-impermeable front surface and a back surface perforated with vents to allow vapor from the chemical composition to pass therethrough to treat the multiple pairs of shoes enclosed in the space formed by the panels. The back surface of the pocket may be gas-impermeable. The shoe rack bag may be a rectangular hanging bag for a single pair of shoes, a rectangular hanging bag for multiple pairs of shoes, an underbed storage box or a portable shoe rack closet.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a modular based system for carrying and displaying medical equipment and supplies, incorporating highly organized, procedurally oriented storage modules designed with visible pockets and restraining devices. The modules can function independently or as part of a larger unit that includes many modules. They can be attached to a display board by one of several securement devices, which in turn can be attached to corresponding mobile stands or to a variety of surfaces in a variety of transport media. The modules can also be placed in one or more unique portable bags, vests or backpacks specifically designed to accommodate the modules through its corresponding fastening devices.

Abstract: A accessory carrying case for transporting, storing, and presenting accessories for use. The accessory carrying case includes a main member with a first surface and a second surface; a plurality of pockets, each positioned on the second surface of the main member, each one of the plurality of pockets is designed for holding an accessory related to the game of bingo; and a clamp member which is used to selectively couple the main member to a table.

Abstract: A method is disclosed comprising the steps of placing a first portion of a mixture of spring water and distilled water into a first chamber; and freezing the first portion of the mixture inside the first chamber to form a first ice cube. The mixture may comprise about ninety percent distilled water and ten percent pure spring water. The method may include placing a second portion of the mixture into a second chamber and freezing the second portion of the mixture inside the second chamber to form a second ice cube. The first and second chambers may be attached together by a backing. The method may also include sealing the first chamber after placing the first portion of the mixture into the first chamber and before freezing the first portion. The first chamber may be sealed by placing a foil over the first chamber. The method may include removing bacteria from the first portion after placing the first portion into the first chamber and before freezing the first portion.

Abstract: A school organizer capable of magnetically attaching to a desk includes a main back portion, which is formed of a single piece of fabric, which is folded in half and sewn to form a top compartment for magnets, a main compartment for markers and paper, and a bottom compartment for pencils and the like. The fabric piece is folded up vertically and a vertical seam is sewn to form the main compartment. A snap holds the main compartment closed. Then the doubled fabric is folded upward again, toward the front, and two vertical seams are sewn along the sides to form the bottom compartment. Another snap is used to hold the bottom compartment closed. Four seams form a closed top compartment for holding the magnets in place. The organizer further includes a sewn on front pocket portion, which is formed of a single piece of cloth sewn to the front of the main portion. A bottom seam, together with a series of vertical seams, form several pockets between the front portion and the main portion.

Abstract: A storage arrangement includes a generally planar back panel. A plurality of storage compartments are connected to a front surface of the back panel. A securing mechanism attaches the back panel to the planar surface of the pedestal. The back panel is generally horizontally oriented, with a width substantially greater than its height. The storage arrangement can be provided in the context of a recreational vehicle having a cushioned support component elevated on a pedestal having at least one exposed, vertically oriented, planar surface. In such an environment, the back panel will have a height less than the height of the planar surface of the pedestal. The back panel and storage compartments can be made from a flexible material, preferably a textile material such as canvas. The securing mechanism can be provided as a plurality of apertures passing through the back panel. A plurality of fasteners, for example, screw fasteners, are secured through the apertures and into mounting surface.

Abstract: A surgical instrument storage pack is provided to accommodate standard or videoscopic surgical instruments. The instrument pack is removably mounted adjacent a surgeon's or surgical assistant's abdominal or chest area and incorporates pockets that are adapted to securely and removably receive surgical instruments of different shapes and sizes. The pack may be mounted by a belt with straps or other mounting mechanism to encircle or embrace the surgeon's abdomen or chest. Alternatively the pack may be mounted by other affixing elements such as adhesive strips that directly affix the pack to the abdominal or chest region of a surgical garment. In this manner, the pack is secured at a frontal abdominal or chest position of the surgeon to provide ready access to instruments placed within the pouch and to secure the pack and instruments reliably within a sterile operating field.

Abstract: This invention relates to a sleeve for holding one or more digital video discs and the accompanying graphics and a method for manufacturing the sleeve.

Abstract: Apparatus for organizing bills has a flexible backing and a plurality of compartments for individual accounts, each compartment having an inner section for paid bills and an outer section for unpaid bills, wherein the inner section has sufficiently expansive capacity to hold all of the billings on an individual account for a twelve month period and the outer section includes a transparent window to allow viewing its contents.

Abstract: A book organizer having a cloth base panel, and a plurality of individual cloth bags connected in series to a bottom side of the base panel by stitches for holding books, the cloth base panel having a reinforcing metal sheet embedded therein and a hanging hole reinforced with a metal ring for hanging, the cloth bags each having a small, transparent, plastic outside flap pocket for holding an index sheet.

Abstract: A wall mounting organizer is constructed to include a flexible mounting base having mounting holes for hanging and pockets of different sizes for holding small items, detachable small bags detachably fastened to the mounting base by hook and loop materials, and a dirty clothes collecting bag detachably fastened to turn-locks at the mounting base, the dirty clothes collecting bag having a zipper at a bottom panel thereof that can be opened for enabling collected dirty clothes to fall out of the dirty clothes collecting bag when picking up collected dirty clothes for washing.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses a fabric wrap 28 within which variously shaped tools 30 are wrapped. The walls of the wrap 28 are hingedly connected 21. A padding material 16 is provided on the interior of the wrap 28 for protecting the tool 30. Pockets 12, 14 are also attached on the interior of the padding material 16 for holding either tools or accessories therefor. Multiple cloth members 18 are provided on the ends of the wrap 28 for being folded over the tool in order to protect the tool. Multiple flaps 20 are also provided for being folded over the wrap 28 and attached by means 22 to the back of the wrap 28. Straps 24 are also provided having means 22 for attachment whereby the wrap is secured. A carrying handle 26 is also provided. Embodiments are provided having different shapes for various tools and having variations to the flap 20 configuration.

Abstract: An organizer in the form of a miniature golf bag. The sidewall of the organizer is reclosable with a slide fastener which has a track that defines a bent U-shape. In an illustrated embodiment, the organizer can form a shelf-like portion when the organizer is in a hanging mode.

Abstract: A container for personal articles such as cosmetics and the like has a rigid shell and a flexible cover that fits over the shell. The cover has a central pocket with one or more pockets arranged around the inside of the wall of the central pocket and an exterior wall having one or more pockets arranged around the exterior wall. The cover is removably fastened to the shell, preferably by means of a skirt having fasteners thereon which is folded under the base of the shell and secured by the fasteners to hold the cover in position about the shell.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compact disc (CD) and booklet display stand that enables a plurality of such CDs and booklets to be stored for convenient access, such as in a desktop environment. The display stand mounts a plurality of CD/booklet holders to a stand that places the holders for convenient access by a user. Some embodiments of the display stand may be folded for secure transportation or storage.

Abstract: A multipocket carrying case, comprises a primary shell of pliable material formed of a pair of substantially identical half shells connected together for hinging along a common side and forming a primary receptacle, each half shell formed of a rectangular back panel with a bottom panel, a top panel and two end panels secured along the periphery of the back panel forming a primary receptacle, a multipocket panel assembly secured to the back panel and comprising a zig zag or pleated folded panel forming overlapping front and back folds, the back folds secured to a back panel forming a plurality of pockets having spaces therebetween, and a closure panel secured along an edge to the back panel to thereby overlap and close the plurality of pockets. Another embodiment of the carrying case comprises an expandable and adjustable case for carrying many differing types of items in an organized fashion, and particularly suited for carrying a few clothing items.

Abstract: A tool holding attachment for crate device comprising a crate with an exterior surface and an interior surface, the crate comprising an upper lip portion and a plurality of handle apertures located at an upper portion of the crate exterior surface. The exterior surface and interior surface comprise a plurality of apertures. A tool holding attachment device comprises outer pockets and inner pockets thereon and is draped over the crate upper lip portion and removably attached to the crate. The tool holding attachment device functions to removably receive multiple tools and implements therein. A pocket attachment means functions to allow the outer pockets and inner pockets of the tool holding attachment device to be removably attached to the tool holding attachment device. An anchoring means functions to secure the tool holding attachment device to the crate to prevent slippage therewith.

Abstract: An article transport and organizer which can conveniently be used either as a tote bag for transport and storage of small articles or alternatively can be used in connection with an empty container such as a five-gallon bucket for the transport and storage of larger articles as well as for the transport of smaller articles and tools. The apparatus includes a removable shoulder strap that can be used to conveniently transport the apparatus when it is being used as a tote bag. The inner and outer skirt-like walls of the apparatus are provided with a plurality of spaced-apart pockets which are adapted to receive and organize hand tools and other small articles. Easy-to-operate zipper mechanisms are provided for interconnecting together the lower margins of the outer skirt-like walls so as to convert the apparatus from a bucket organizer into a tote bag.

Abstract: A new hairstyling accessory organizing system for storing and carrying hairstyling products. The inventive device includes a curling iron carrier having a generally rectangular configuration. The curling iron carrier has interior layers of cotton batting and muslin, an outside layer of a durable fabric, and an inside layer of a heat resistant material. A stove bag is dimensioned for receiving a hairstyling stove therein. The stove bag has interior layers of cotton batting and muslin, an outside layer of a durable fabric, and an inside layer of a heat resistant material. A protective holder is provided having interior layers of cotton batting and muslin, an outside layer of a durable fabric, and an inside layer of a heat resistant material. A carrying bag is dimensioned for holding the curling iron carrier, the stove bag, and the protective holder therein.

Abstract: A system to organize, store and dispense a plurality of tablets in a predetermined therapeutic regime comprising a plurality of sets of separate packets corresponding to the days of the week or the dates of the month configured to store at least one tablet therein wherein each set of separate packets comprises a subset of the packets corresponding to the time of day or date the plurality tablets for the corresponding day or date are to be administered and a packet organizer to arrange the sets and subsets of packets sequentially by day or date and time of day or date for each corresponding day or date for selectively dispensing and consumption of the appropriate tablet or tablets at the proper time and day or date.

Abstract: A multi-pocket female wallet includes a cover, and a plurality of pockets. The cover comprises an outside layer, and an inside layer having the shape of a rectangle. A first end of a pocket template is cut into the shape of three equally spaced apart tab projections. The plurality of tab projections are folded over the bottom folded member. The cover is fastened to the pocket template at the top edge thereof. A first and second stitch create three pockets in the pocket template. The plurality of tab projections are attached to the bottom folded member with suitable fastening means. A second embodiment of a multi-pocket female wallet includes a cover, a pocket member, and an attachment strap. The cover has a plurality of layers which are attached to the pocket member with a surrounding seam binding. Pockets are defined by sewing the cover to the pocket member substantially perpendicular to the length of the pocket member.

Abstract: An organizer in the form of a miniature golf bag. The sidewall of the organizer is reclosable with a slide fastener which has a track that defines a bent U-shape. In an illustrated embodiment, the organizer can form a shelf-like portion when the organizer is in a hanging mode.

Abstract: A convertible display member and tote bag for selectively displaying and transporting articles, such as dolls, comprising a display panel having a plurality of pockets on one side thereof for displaying the articles when the panel is vertically disposed in a planar configuration. The panel is constructed of flaccid material which can be rolled into a rolled, spiral configuration for stowing and transporting articles. A pair of handles are coupled to the panel for vertically supporting the panel in the planar configuration and for enveloping and carrying the panel in the rolled, spiral configuration.

Abstract: A coilable storage device for retaining an article comprising: a metal spring strip, and a piece of material extending across the metal spring strip, wherein the metal spring strip is a relatively thin, elongated piece of metal material having a first end, a second end, a first side edge, and a second side edge. The metal spring strip has an internal lateral bias for maintaining an opened position wherein the metal spring strip is substantially straight longitudinally from the first end to the second end and has a transverse arch from the first side edge to the second side edge. The metal spring strip further has an internal longitudinal bias for maintaining a closed position wherein the metal spring strip is substantially arcuate longitudinally from the first end to the second end and is substantially straight transversely from the first side edge to the second side edge. The metal spring strip is movable from the opened position to the closed position.

Abstract: A device for mixing and dispensing a multipart solution is descried. The device includes a flexible pouch having a first compartment and a second compartment. The first compartment and the second compartment are divided by a barrier that is at least partially breakable. The first compartment can contain a first solution and the second can contain a second solution, such that breaking the breakable barrier results in the mixing and the first and second solutions to form a multipart solution. The flexible pouch contains a dispenser to provide access to the solution within the flexible pouch. A system and method for mixing and dispensing a multipart cleaning solution are also described.

Abstract: In an automotive sun visor equipped with double card holders which are arranged on one side of the sun visor main body one next to the other, one of the card holders is provided with a communication passage for communication with the opening of the other card holder so that an elongated ticket may be received from the opening of the one card holder, and, via the communication passage, retained in both the card holders. Thereby, the card holders can securely retain not only regular cards but also elongated objects such as tickets in the card holders.

Abstract: A strand winder has three individual component pieces joined together at right angles by cooperating metal inserts and magnet inserts. Once assembled, the strand winding apparatus provides four arms for winding skeins of yarn, in preparation for knitting. In addition, an optional carrying case stores and transports the various components of the strand winder. The strand winder transportable, easily disassembled, and convenient to use in many situations where other, more conventional yarn-winding devices are cumbersome and bulky.

Abstract: A sterile, compact wrapping is provided to present components in order of use in a medical procedure, particularly a urethral catheterization procedure. Pockets are arranged in a line along a longitudinally extending midsection of the wrapping. Longitudinally extending flaps are provided along the edges of the midsection. Components are placed in the pockets in order of use, and the wrapping is rolled up, beginning with the pocket containing the last used component. The flaps are folded over the rolled up midsection. The rolled and folded wrapping, which maintains the components in a sterile condition until use, may be placed in a further package for shipping. In use, the flaps are unfolded and the wrapping is unrolled sufficiently to expose the first needed component. As the procedure continues, the wrapping is unrolled sufficiently to expose the next needed component, until all components have been used. The used components may be replaced in the pockets and the wrapping rerolled and refolded for disposal.

Abstract: A multipocketed carrying case, comprises a primary shell of pliable material formed of a pair of substantially identical half shells connected together for hinging along a common side and forming a primary receptacle, each half shell formed of a rectangular back panel with a bottom panel, a top panel and two end panels secured along the periphery of the back panel forming a primary receptacle, a multi-pocket panel assembly secured to the back panel and comprising a zig zag folded panel forming overlapping front and back folds, the back folds secured to a back panel forming a plurality of pockets having spaces therebetween, and a closure panel secured along an edge to the back panel to thereby overlap and close the plurality of pockets.

Abstract: A belt for storing elongated articles and a method for forming the same. The belt attaches to a planar surface or to a power tool, and includes a pad sewn to a strap. The pad includes a two-ply hook-and-loop fastener and an elastic member. The elastic member urges the two hook-and-loop plies into engagement, and the elongated article can be stored between the two hook-and-loop plies. The elastic member and the first hook-and-loop ply are gathered relative to the second hook-and-loop ply. The method includes laterally sewing the elastic member to the first hook-and-loop ply, cutting the first hook-and-loop ply, stretching the elastic member, longitudinally sewing the elastic member to the first hook-and-loop ply while the former is stretched, laterally sewing the elastic member and the first hook-and-loop ply to the second hook-and-loop ply to form the pad, and sewing the pad to the strap to form the belt.

Abstract: A pumping system that is incorporated into and made part of a flexible air tight bag of the interlocking seal variety. Currently, the practice is to squeeze the storage compartment of the bag to force out as much air as possible and then sealing the bag. The improved method provides a means of pumping out air and other gases after the bag is sealed. This method results in a more complete elimination of air and other gases in the storage compartment of the bag.

Abstract: A calendar organizer for displaying one month comprising six rows of seven pouches, the pouches representing days of the month while the rows represent weeks. The pouches are dimensioned to easily receive a number of standard mailing envelopes. Mail, messages, or reminders are inserted into the pouch representing the relevant date. A means is provided for changing the pouch numbering to match the present month. The pouches are attached on backing material allowing the calendar to be displayed, such as hanging from the top edge of a door or a wall. Accessory pouches are also provided which store reminders identifying important events, holidays, vacations, bill payment docketing, etc.

Abstract: A bag for rapid washing and drying of small articles consisting of a main pocket and multiple small, individual pockets. Approximately one half of the individual pockets are located on one side of the main pocket with the other pockets located on the opposite side. The individual pockets are off-set and non-overlapping from their counterpart on the opposite side, thereby preventing more than two thicknesses of articles being in the bag. The off-set placement of the pockets provides "open" areas on each side of the main pocket. The bag can also be provided with a hanging loop which allows the bag to be hung for drying or storage reasons.

Abstract: A carrying case for jewelry and the like, comprises a primary panel of pliable material having a generally rectangular configuration and an inner face and an outer face, the panel having a top end and a bottom end, hanging means at the top end, the panel foldable along a transverse line for forming a primary receptacle having a front panel and a back panel, a pocket assembly for detachably securing to the back panel inner face, the pocket assembly comprising a back pocket panel and a front pocket panel secured together along a bottom and side edges forming a pocket, and a mounting panel removeably mounted in the pocket and having a mounting face, a plurality of attachment loops on the mounting face for mounting articles of jewelry, an elongate generally cylindrical support member detachably mounted on the panel, and a cover panel secured along an edge to one of an upper and a lower edge of the mounting panel to thereby overlap and cover the mounting face.

Abstract: A diaper bag which contains a number of separate compartments for maximum organization and accessibility, yet is easy to carry. It is comprised of basically a flat rectangular piece of material, to which other materials, both opaque fabric and see through mesh fabric, are sewn as compartments in a configuration designed to arrange the infant care accessories in an orderly fashion. On the opposite side of the main piece of material is yet another compartment sewn on as a pocket. This pocket is lined with plastic, and has three elastic bottle holders within. At either end of the bag straps are sewn on for ease of portability. To carry this bag, one need only fold it in half with the several pockets on the inside of the fold, secure the two ends of the bag with fasteners and carry it by its straps.

Abstract: A remote control caddy which is detachably affixed to a sofa or chair and has one or more pockets for the placement and storage of remote control devices, such as t.v. or stereo remote control units. The remote control caddy is made of upholstery fabric, lined with an upholstery fabric liner, which preferably matches the fabric of the sofa or chair to which it is affixed.

Abstract: A storage and display device comprises a magnetically attached storage unit which holds and displays personal protection supplies for use with, for example, a mobile X-ray machine. The storage and display apparatus includes two square opaque vinyl sheets, heat sealed to enclose a rigid, supporting cardboard insert; four fixed, symmetrical, translucent, pleated vinyl pockets; a protective, translucent, vinyl overlay with hook-and-loop (Velcro.RTM.) closures; and magnetic or hook-and-loop (Velcro.RTM.) mounting strips.

Abstract: A bedding accessory (10) for storing articles wherein pocket assemblies or arrangements (24, 25) provide a pair of layers or leaves (26, 27) having corresponding pockets (28, 29), the arrangements adapted to hang down along the sides of a bed (11). The one layer (26) with its pocket (28) is hidden. The one layer (24) is formed by a segment (30) that is an extension of a central portion (21) of a sheetlike-member (18) and a panel (31). The second layer (26) is formed by a pair of panels (34, 35), the panel (34) having a lip (39) attached to the segment (30) over the mouth (33) provided for pocket (28) in the first layer. Pocket assembly (25) is flippable onto a central portion (18) of accessory (10) to thereby gain access to pockets (28).

Abstract: A game care holder for storing and viewing lottery tickets has a heat-sealed, multi-pocket pouch comprising a plurality of die cut pieces of flexible, opaque, and clear vinyls. The pouch has a larger pocket provided with a divider, which creates a two pocket effect, and one or more smaller pockets for small game cards and business cards. A closing flap of the holder is inserted into a belt loop to contain and protect the contents of the pouch.

Abstract: A package for the storage and display of products such as video game cartridges and compact disks. The package consists of an elongated strip of transparent flexible plastic or similar material having a series of pockets or pouches attached to the the strip. The package may be hung from a hole at one end of the strip to display the contents of each of the pockets, the pockets all opening upwards towards the end of the strip from which the package is hung. The strip includes hinging portions between the pockets so that the cartridges or disks in the pockets can be folded together, in a zig-zag or accordion fashion to form a compact stack.

Abstract: An audio cassette holder is made of a folded flexible sheet, preferably a single folded sheet of fabric, having a pair of three cassette-holding loose open-at-the-top pockets on a front side of the folded sheet. A hooks and loops fastener first element is fixedly attached to the rear side of the folded sheet. The holder, more particularly, the fastener first element, is detachably mounted on a complementary hooks and loops fastener second element which second element is adhesively fixed to a holder-supporting surface such as an auto dashboard, auto door inner surface or auto seat, so that a cassette can be easily inserted into and suspended in each pocket and can be safely and easily accessed and removed from a pocket by the auto driver and inserted into a cassette tape player or in the case of a compact disc, removed in its package from a pocket and inserted into a CD player. A closable rear flap is provided to prevent spillage of cassettes when the holder is being hand carried or packed.

Abstract: A carrier bag for carrying a pair of athletic boots. The carrier bag has a compartment for storing the pair of boots and a retainer for securing the boots inside the compartment in an inverse, planar relationship to eachother.

Abstract: A flexible tool pouch having a plurality of elongated pockets securely positioned adjacent to each other. Each pocket has an inside liner made of woven nylon, an outside liner made of acrylic pile, and an open end for receiving a tool. Extending from the open end of the connected pockets is a hood made of acrylic pile that can be partially folded over the tools. Also positioned on the tool pouch are eyelets, handle straps, and a securing strap.

Abstract: A sheet dispenser or sheet dispenser subassembly including a coherent stack of tape flags or other adhesive-bearing sheets that can be unobtrusively permanently or removably adhered on a page of a book, catalog, brochure, etc., because it has a supple cover layer that is a thin, tear-resistant polymeric film. The dispenser subassembly has a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer on a peripheral portion of the cover layer by which it can be adhered to the page which then serves as a back layer for the dispenser, whereas the dispenser includes a bottom layer on an outer surface of which is a layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive layer by which the dispenser can be adhered to a surface.

Abstract: A carrier bag for carrying a pair of athletic boots. The carrier bag has a compartment for storing the pair of boots and a retainer for securing the boots inside the compartment in an inverse, planar relationship to each other.

Abstract: A patient caddy of the type which is suspended from a patient support apparatus to provide convenient storage for miscellaneous items. The caddy is comprised of a fabric panel having a multipocketed face portion and a folded portion. A textile fastening strip releasably secures the face portion to the folded portion and establishes a tubular void therebetween.

Abstract: A holding apparatus for holding relatively small items comprised of a generally flexible planar base, attachment means for attaching the base to a vertical surface such as a refrigerator door or the like, at least one storage and/or display compartment, and at least one fastener for releasably attaching the compartments to the base. The holding and/or display apparatus allows a user to detach and carry along the detachable compartment to a desired destination. In addition, the apparatus may be utilized for organizing and/or visibly displaying relatively light weight and thin materials such as appointment cards, theatrical tickets, photographs, sketches, etc. without puncturing or affecting the integrity of the material.

Abstract: Apparatus for holding articles such as drink cups and related personal articles of persons such as members of an athletic team. Individual pockets for holding drink containers are formed along a support panel, and corresponding hooks are supported by the panel in juxtaposed relation to the pockets. Those hooks are intended for supporting personal articles such as gloves or the like in a predetermined location next to the drinking-cup holder chosen for each individual. The entire apparatus is supported on a vertical backstop such as a chain-link fence, by separate hooks provided for that purpose.

Abstract: A reusable bag which is readily closable so that food stuffs such as sandwiches and the like can be transported in a sanitary condition. When the bag is emptied it can be quickly and easily folded into a small, integrally formed pouch for compact storage until the time of reuse. The device is well suited for use as a lunch bag and can be quickly and conveniently folded inwardly of itself into a pouch provided on the bottom of the bag which is so compact that in its folded configuration the device can easily be carried in a pants pocket or in a lady's handbag. When in its folded configuration, the closure itself also provides a convenient handle for carrying the bag.