Abstract: A washing cake of soap, which includes a cake of solid cleaning substance, and a net embedded in the cake of solid cleaning substance. The washing cake of soap is made by putting a net and a liquid cleaning substance in the cavity of a mold, and then letting the liquid cleaning substance to be dried and hardened in the mold.

Abstract: A writing instrument comprises a gripping component formed in the shape of a tab. An insertion component is formed in an annular shape and provided to the lower surface of one end of the gripping component. A pen tip component is provided extending from one end of the gripping component and having at the distal end thereof a pen tip capable of writing.

Abstract: An elongated flexible rope has a pair of handles connected at opposite ends of the rope, and at least one of the handles retains a stick of sidewalk chalk. The handle is a chalk holder, and the resulting combination facilitates new forms of games and play involving jumping rope and marking with the chalk.

Abstract: A bar soap casing comprising a netted tulle fabric sheath for a bar of soap, the sheath having exactly two layers of tulle fabric substantially covering the bar of soap and free of stitching, the sheath having a resilient, self-closing aperture at one end to permit the introduction of a bar of soap and to inhibit the exit of an enclosed bar of soap, wherein the self-closing aperture includes an elastic band comprised of gum rubber and affixed to a medial point of a tulle fabric tube with a knot which is transferred from the band to two or more strands of the tulle netting by a knot transfer technique involving the stretching of the band in the manufacturing process, and a braided cotton hanging cord affording an implement for hanging and drying the casing and affording a tethering loop to go about the wrist to prevent dropping of the casing during the bathing process.

Abstract: A bath scrubber is composed of a plurality of straps which are formed respectively of a plurality of cylindrical nets of a plastic material and are arranged side by side such that one end of each of the straps is fastened with a fastening piece, and that another end of each of the straps is fastened with another fastening piece. The two fastening pieces are respectively fastened with a grip.

Abstract: A body cleansing puff, constructed of organic polymer netting, which contains a plurality of pieces of solid soap product. The puff is composed of multiple layers of organic polymer netting which serve several purposes including containment of the pieces of solid soap product and the formation of a convenient handle for hanging the device, the provision of surfaces for the production of soap lather, and the production of a product which imparts a mildly stimulating effect to the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lotion applicator and massaging apparatus including a pair of opposing substantially U-shaped handles with an attachment plate attached to each of their respective terminal ends. The two opposing attachment plates each have a plurality of cords extending from an opposing side with a snap style connector at their distal ends. A select one of a plurality of accessory pads may be attached to the U-shaped handles depending upon the application. Each applicator pad is substantially rectangular having four peripheral edges and a panel at two opposing edges thereof. Extending from each panel are a plurality of cords with a snap style connector at their distal ends for selectively engaging the snap style connectors on the U-shaped handles. Accordingly, a loofah sponge pad, a dry weave pad or a roller ball massage pad may be selectively attached to the U-shaped handles using the snap style connectors.

Abstract: A writing instrument with a finger retainer has a short-barreled writing instrument permanently mounted onto a finger retainer. The short-barreled writing instrument has opposing concave sides conforming to the wearer's fingers and a shoulder for the wearer to press against while writing. The short-barreled writing instrument has a flange permanently mounted onto a finger retainer.

Abstract: A writing instrument has a short tubular body which contains a writing implement on each end. A tubular, elastic finger retainer has a small plastic plate which is pivotally mounted to the body. The user of the writing instrument inserts the middle finger of his writing hand through the retainer and slides it to a position between the first and second knuckles. The axis of the body is parallel to the axis of the retainer during use. The thumb of the user pushes outward and downward against the body while the index finger is placed on an upper side of the body. The writing instrument may be pivoted to the other writing implement by applying a twisting force to the body.

Abstract: A bladder is attached to a puff to allow even and accurate dispensing of soap or other wash products. When squeezed, liquid soap within the bladder is dispensed through a nozzle. In a second embodiment, liquid soap dispensing is accomplished by having a handle which at the end has a bladder portion. In an alternative embodiment, the present invention may also incorporate a novel means of shaving one's legs by having a receptacle at one end of the handle wherein a razor can be inserted. When a razor is inserted in the receptacle, the user can grasp the "puff end" of the handle and quickly, easily reach the extremities of the legs and shave them.

Abstract: A soap dispensing body rub apparatus which is both effective and inexpensive to fabricate is disclosed. One aspect of the invention comprises: a long strip of plastic mesh rolled to a larger circumference forming a large roll, the large roll having an opening therethrough, the mesh sealed therearound; a shorter strip of plastic mesh, similar in width to the long strip, rolled to a smaller circumference forming a small roll; wherein the small roll is positioned with its opposite side edges co-terminating with the large roll so that it covers the opening in the large roll; and wherein both rolls are flattened with the small roll covering the opening, and the opposite edges of both rolls seamingly fused together; so when the large roll is turned inside out with the small flattened roll covering the opening, the bar of soap may be inserted under the covered opening into the large roll.

Abstract: A writing tool having a ring (1) allowing the tool to be worn on a finger (2) immediately ready for writing. The writing tool has a ring-shaped portion (1) for receiving an index finger (2), a guide portion (3) for guiding the tool during writing extending from the ring-shaped portion (1) and a support for a writing instrument (4) such as a pen or pencil extending outward from the end of the guide portion (3). A unique characteristic is the formation of the finger mounting ring (1) at an oblique angle to guide portion (3) to allow comfortable, proper positioning on the finger (2) when writing.

Abstract: A holder for a short pen or pencil to be worn on the upper (dorsal)side of the index finger while doing other work, and permitting writing without hunting for a writing instrument. Variations of flexible plastic and/or elastomeric one piece holders from extrusions or injection molded parts are disclosed as well as holders with Velcro straps. The sleeve holding the writing instrument may be parallel to the middle joint of the index finger or inclined to it, and may be adjusted with a thumb piece on the holder.

Abstract: An automatic toothpaste dispensing toothbrush is provided including a toothpaste containment portion. Such toothpaste containment portion is constructed from a resilient collapsible elastomeric material and has a compartment for housing a tube of toothpaste. A toothbrush portion has an outboard extent with a plurality of bristles mounted thereon and extending downwardly therefrom. The toothbrush portion further has an inboard extent and a toothpaste conduit. Associated with the conduit is a first opening formed a bottom face of the outboard extent and a second opening formed in a rear face of the inboard extent. An interior surface of the second opening has a plurality of threaded grooves formed therein for releasably coupling with a toothpaste tube. As such, the tube of toothpaste may be screwably coupled to the toothbrush portion and further situated within the compartment of the toothpaste containment portion and the toothpaste containment portion and toothbrush portion coupled.

Abstract: An improved apparatus to assist in gripping a hand-held tool is adapted to be easily coupled to one's hand. A hand engaging portion for removably engaging a portion of a palm and a portion of a back of a hand is provided. A tool receiving portion is coupled to the hand engaging portion and receives the hand-held tool. A band for securing the hand-held tool to the tool receiving portion is also provided. The hand engaging portion defines at least one groove for receiving the band for securing.

Abstract: This apparatus includes a sponge-like material approximately 2.times.3.times.0.5 inches, impregnated with a lotion, such as sun-tan lotion, in the middle of a length of cloth-like material of about 4 ft. by 2 inches in width. This comes in a leak proof container and is used to apply said lotion to the part of ones back difficult to reach by oneself. One grasps each end, flips it over the head and rubs in a side-to-side buffing motion.

Abstract: An elongated body of generally smooth non-absorbent material with elastic handles on opposite ends thereof. The handles are designed and attached in such a manner to enable one with limited use of the hands to easily hold the device when in use. All the exterior surfaces of the device are nonabrasive and generally soft to prevent irritation of tender or damaged skin. Balls or the like may be included inside the body of the device to provide massaging properties.

Abstract: A body washing apparatus comprising a washing surface portion containing a center, a second material folded into layers to form a band such that one end of said band is pulled through the center of said washing surface portion to form a handle, and a string which is routed through the ends of said handle and tied together such that said washing surface portion and said handle are bound together.

Abstract: A grip-assisting accessory is provided which aids a person in holding and manipulating a hand-held utensil, such as a writing instrument, paintbrush, eating utensil, or toothbrush. The accessory includes a sleeve which fits snugly over the item to be gripped, such as a pen barrel or paintbrush handle. A strap is attached to and extends from the sleeve. The strap is wrappable around at least one finger held alongside the sleeve. The strap is securable to the sleeve to hold the item securely and comfortably to user's finger.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dispensing device for releasing a liquid active material such as soap or other active formulation in the form of a concentrate. The dispensing device includes a foam-like outer cover that encloses a pouch which has a membrane allowing the material to transfer to the cover at a selected rate. The rate is determined by the type of material used for the membrane and the size and number of pores in it, allowing the liquid through at a desired rate. The rate is further determined by the amount of external squeeze pressure applied to the device. The pouch is refilled by a sack containing the concentrate. The sack also contains small holes or pores for ejecting the concentrate when pressure is applied. Because the pores in the sack face away from the pores of the pouch, the concentrate has time and space to mix with water to form a diluted mixture desired for washing.

Abstract: A proper writing grip may be achieved by utilizing a conic shaped gripping aid which is slidably positioned along the barrel of a writing implement and comprises a finger retaining strap upon its lower surface. The gripping aid is durable due to the one piece design, economical to produce, easy to use and has no sharp edges or rigid members.

Abstract: A holder tube for a writing instrument in which a plurality of rings having external faces subjected to different treatments are removably disposed in at least a grip portion of the holder tube. In another form of holder tube for a writing instrument, a plurality of rings having non-circular external faces are disposed in at least a grip portion of the holder tube in such a manner that the state of each of the rings differs from that of the adjacent one. In another form of holder tube for a writing instrument, at least three rings having different diameters are removably disposed in at least a grip portion of the holder tube. In a further form of holder tube for writing instrument, a ring or rings having longitudinally different external shapes are removably disposed in at least a grip portion of the holder tube.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved wash-cloth having a plurality of pockets for the simultaneous insertion of soap and/or massaging utensils and other medicating items. The pockets can be secured so that any items inserted in the pockets will not be dislocated during use. In addition, the wash-cloth of this invention has gripping handles intergrally knit to the opposing ends of the main body. These handles are held so that wash-cloth can be safely and easily used, particularly by handicapped persons, to effectively clean and massage the back and other difficult to reach areas. One type of massaging utensil is shown and has two apertured balls, which are held together by knotting a length of material that passes through an apertured rod inserted through the aperture of the massaging balls.

Abstract: A fingertip pen writer comprised of a finger portion adapted for removable securement to a fingertip of a user. The finger portion has a holding chamber formed in an upper portion thereof. The finger portion has a ball point pen tip secured to an open end portion outwardly extending therefrom. An ink supply tube is secured within the holding chamber of the finger portion. The ink supply tube couples with the ball point pen tip of the finger portion for supplying ink to the ball point pen tip.

Abstract: The invention is a device, and method of making said device, for scrubbing the body, preferably an elongated device for scrubbing a person's back. The scrubber is made from multiple loops of tubular, open-celled, non-porous netting intertwined to form a washing member secured at its ends by grips which may be used to hold the scrubber at each end. The netting should be durable, elastic, easy to clean, and should dry rapidly. A preferable netting is diamond mesh polyethylene netting. The scrubber of the present invention may be used repeatedly without the need for a separate washing to remove dirt and debris. Because the netting is open-celled and made of non-porous material, dirt and can be washed away by simple rinsing during a bath or shower.

Abstract: A finger painting apparatus includes a housing secured to the backhand portion of a user's hand by a flexible attachment strap. The housing supports a plurality of inverted paint bottles coupled to a corresponding plurality of flexible tubes at one end thereof. The remaining ends of the flexible tubes are coupled to a plurality of pad housings secured to the user's finger tips and supporting a corresponding plurality of porous painting pads on the undersurfaces thereof. The liquid paint material or the like within the inverted paint bottles is caused to flow from the paint bottles through the tubes to the pad housings and thereafter to the porous pads to provide finger painting operation.

Abstract: A finger-mounted writing apparatus is disclosed which includes a housing having a forward portion for supporting a writing device extending therefrom and support means associated with the housing for receiving a user's finger and for rigidly supporting the housing relative to the finger. The writing device contacts the writing surface at a writing device contact region. A portion of the fingertip is extended beyond the support means during use, the fingertip being capable of contacting a writing surface at a fingertip contact region. Thus, the fingertip, in combination with the housing of the device, serves to support the writing apparatus during use, the fingertip additionally functioning to guide the motion of the device.

Abstract: A writing device capable of increasing the rate of writing, and reducing fatigue in case of prolonged writing. The device facilitates the handwriting process for sufferers from arthritis, invalid persons deprived of some fingers, students, computer users, pressman, and children. The device includes a ring that is an extension to a body and is made integral therewith. The hole of the ring is elliptical in shape, and the body line interconnecting the tip of a writing element and the nearest point on the ellipse intersects the major axis thereof at that point. A complete elimination of static tensioning of the fingers holding the pen is attained. A counterweight located on the ring on the side opposite to the writing element is provided to maintain the center of gravity at the point of support of the device.

Abstract: A holder is provided for a bar of soap, which consists of a structure for affixing firmly into a surrounding mass on an outer surface of the bar of soap. A component is for holding a hand of a person. An element is for attaching the holding component to the affixing structure, so that the hand of the person can conveniently hold onto the bar of soap when it becomes wet and slippery.

Abstract: A multi-function glass cleaning apparatus having a container provided With an opening closable by a plug, two principal opposite faces and two side walls, for receiving and storing a cleaning fluid. A handle is formed integrally with the container and defines a hand grasping portion. The hand grasping portion is transverse to the side walls. A first support member is formed integrally with the container on one of the faces thereof for supporting a scraping element which is secured to it. The first support member is parallel to the hand grasping portion and has a trough extending lengthwise thereof. The trough is in communication with the container via a small aperture. A second support member is formed integrally with the container for supporting a wiper which is secured to it. The second support member is parallel to the hand grasping portion and to the first support member.

Abstract: A finger pen is provided which may be removably attached to a finger such that the pen is held in a prone position by which is meant that the pen is held in place with the palm of the hand turned downward facing the surface which is to be written upon.

Abstract: A replaceable liquid application implement is attached to a hand-manipulated fluid reservoir and a thumb-activated plate is disposed between the application implement and the reservoir for selectively controlling the flow of fluid.

Abstract: A generally planar writing instrument comprises a cap with anchoring and clipping means for attachment to a key ring, a watchband, a shirt pocket or the like, and a holder having finger gripping recessed surfaces and fastening means adapted to temporarily retain the holder on a finger of a user between uses as well as to securely store the holder in the cap when not in use.

Abstract: An applicator is provided for use in placing skin products on a person's body, particularly the recessed areas of the back. The applicator comprises an elongated rectangular strip of flexible material having finger holes at each end. One side of the strip has a non-absorbent, thinner layer of lesser elasticity to which lotion or the like is applied. The other side is a thicker layer of greater elasticity, laminated to the thinner layer. The elasticities are such that when the strip is tensioned, the strip will bulge so that the lotion-receiving layer will contact a recessed area of the body.

Abstract: A ballpoint feather pen is provided and consists of a feather to be gripped by a hand and a ballpoint pen dispenser carried in the bottom of the feather, so that the ballpoint pen dispenser within the feather can be used for writing.

Abstract: A combination belt and lotion applicator includes a nylon strap having a circular handle attached to each end. A removable absorbent pad includes a hook type fastener on one surface thereof. A matching loop fastener is attached to a central portion of the strap to permit the pad to be attached and removed. A plurality of pockets with slide fasteners is disposed on the outer surface of the strap. The handles have a buckle attached thereto to permit the strap to be fastened around the waist of user. When the belt is unbuckled, loyion may be applied to the pad, and applied to the user's back by holding a handle in each hand.

Abstract: Apparatus including a cylindrical housing retractably containing an elongate continuous web retractable therefrom. The web is mounted in a surrounding relationship to a support cylinder that is biased into a retracted position to a central port spindle. The web is retracted through a elongate flexible lip cooperative with an absorbent sponge like roller to contain and confine lotion onto the associated web. A friction cylinder maintains engagement to enhance retraction and extension of the web in cooperation with the support cylinder and exit opening defined within the cylinder.

Abstract: A waterproof dishwashing mitten is provided and consists of an inner pocket for receiving a hand of a person, a middle liner for protecting the inner pocket from moisture and keeping the hand dry, and outer pocket for washing the dishes, and elastic band sewn on the outer pocket to provide a wrist-hugging and enlargeable entrance to the inner pocket, a loop to hang up the mitten, a mesh net bag for retaining a soap therein and which can be placed through an elongated slot in the outer pocket that can be opened and closed to release and retain the mesh net bag.

Abstract: A pen pack is disclosed which is mountable on the back of the writing hand of a user to provide ready access to a writing, marking or scribing implement when required. The pen pack includes a telescopic writing implement and an actuating mechanism disposed in a casing which may be readily affixed to the wearer's hand. The actuating mechanism includes a plunger which is depressed against an external object to actuate the pen pack, a feeder line subassembly which coacts with the plunger, and a rotational shaft which also coacts with the plunger and to which the telescopic writing instrument is affixed. Depression of the plunger causes the telescopic writing instrument to rotate into a writing position. Concomitantly, the feeder line subassembly causes the telescopic writing instrument to be extended to a fully telescoped position so that the user may grip the writing instrument and utilize it for writing, marking or scribing.

Abstract: A toy accessory has a plastic accessory base having plural engaging parts. At least two different ornamental parts made of a composition for writing which contains a polyolefin are attached to the base. The ornamental parts are simultaneously detachably engaged with the base via the plural engaging parts.

Abstract: A lotion applicator is set forth including a central cylindrical container including a right and left flexible strap diametrically secured to opposite vertical sides of the container. The container is formed with openings for enabling deposit of topical lotion onto the dorsal portion of an individual. The straps include overfolded handles for manual grasping by the individual. The straps are further formed with enveloping impermeable layers adjacent the container to prevent undesirable application of lotion onto the straps when the apparatus is wound and secured within a carrying pouch. The cylindrical container is formed with diametrically opposed staggered rows of through-extending openings for application of lotion to the individual wherein the openings are oriented medially of the securement portions of the opposed right and left straps.

Abstract: A welding accessory apparatus (10) for the selective manipulation and feeding of filler rod (100) by a welder; wherein, the apparatus (10) includes a ring member (13) having a raised apertured attachement member (15) equipped with a resilient insert member (20) having a feeding opening (21) formed therein; wherein, the feeding opening (21) is dimensioned to allow the incremental passage of a filter rod (100) through the apparatus (10) by the manipulation of the welder's thumb (51) and fingers (50).

Abstract: This is a unit particularly suited for marking bingo cards and the like. The unit has an ink bottle that is attached to the user's arm. It also has an ink nib that delivers ink to a substrate such as a bingo card. A flexible tube permits the ink to flow from the bottle to the ink nib dispenser. The nib also is connected to the user's finger to a VELCRO Fastener or other suitable means.

Abstract: Apparatus for attachment to a pen or pencil to aid a student of penmanship and to assist that student in leaning the proper position of the student's fingers on an associated pen or pencil which includes a sleeve dimensioned and configured for engaging the forefinger and apparatus for securing the sleeve to the associated pen or pencil.

Abstract: A finger-mounted ball point pen utilizes a padded tray that passes along the ventral side of the index finger, with a padded tip, and a Velcro tm strap which secures the end of the index finger to the tray. Once secured to the index finger, the user can write in a normal fashion with little or no support from the other fingers or the thumb.

Abstract: A disposable finger applicator adapted to facilitate the application of a two-component therapeutic agent to gum tissues for treating periodontal disease. The applicator includes a collapsible thimble which when in use fits on the index finger of the user, the thimble being bonded to the rear wall of a small envelope formed of opaque, non-stretchable film material containing a charge of hydrogen peroxide in an aqueous solution. Marginally secured to the front wall of the envelope and otherwise spaced therefrom to define an internal cavity is an outer layer of porous, sponge-like material, the cavity being filled with dry sodium bicarbonate powder. The front wall of the envelope is provided with a weakened zone, such that when the finger applicator is pressed by the user against gum tissue, the hydrogen peroxide solution trapped in the envelope then ruptures the weakened zone, thereby causing the solution to leak into the cavity and to intermingle with the sodium bicarbonate powder.

Abstract: A tool holding device for persons with limited hand mobility has complementary tool handles and socket of cylindrical or conical form. The socket is integral with a rotatable part and may have an upper open section above the socket diameter permitting tools to be snapped into rotatable relationship with the socket. The rotatable base for the socket is surrounded by an annular fixed housing, and housing and socket base have complementary facing O-ring grooves above which the housing has a locating flange turned inward over the rotatable socket base. The O-ring locates the parts and provides frictional holding force while allowing snap-out snap-in disassembly for cleaning. A strap through the fixed rim retains the parts in assembly and has hook and loop or other easily fastened fasteners for securing the unit to the hand or other limb of the user.

Abstract: A cuff for assisting a person with poor prehensile ability in holding an implement. The cuff can be made as a flat member having a base plate with a forward extension, and side members extending in opposite directions. The side members are bendable to be formed around the hand of the user. One spring is located adjacent to the base plate between the thumb and the forefinger, and another spring is located generally above the first spring. A pencil or other implement is held between the springs and the cuff for use by the person, the implement being positioned rather naturally for easy use. The forward extension from the base plate supports fingers to prevent flaccid fingers from being uncontrolled during operation of the implement.