Abstract: A transparent or translucent bath or shower panel includes a laminate of two layers of resin-impregnated fiberglass which are transparent or translucent, and a non-woven tissue arranged between the fiberglass layers and provided with any desired decorative pattern which can be viewed through either one of the fiberglass layers, and yet which is protected from contact with water and water vapor by the fiberglass layers.

Abstract: A decorative ornament is provided in the shape of a chile pepper. The ornament has a pair of exterior shells each forming a longitudinal half of the chile pepper. Peripheral edges of the halves of the ornament are matable to selectively open and close the ornament. Within the interior of the closed ornament is foliage. The walls of the ornament are transparent such that the foliage is readily observable from the exterior of the ornament when enclosed therein.

Abstract: A wall decorating system, comprising a multiplicity of multi-layer imitated window scenery sets. Each imitated window scenery set further comprising a large background scene-scape, a large foreground scene-scape, several small foreground scene-scapes, and a large imitated window frame. The large background scene-scape is painted with a background scene which is unique for the each set, the large foreground scene-scape has an outline of and is painted with a particular foreground scene, the small foreground scene-scapes also have outlines of and are painted with particular small foreground objects, and the large imitated window frame has a central opening surrounded by a circumferential border painted with a unique window frame structure.

Abstract: A rotative animated ornament has at least one rotative component and one or more moveable components in moveable relationship to the rotative component. The rotative component can be rotated by an electrical motor, or by any other type of rotative means such as a spring motor, a gas-pressure motor or a prime mover. The one or more moveable components are actuated magnetically by one or more magnetic elements in magnetic relationship to one or more magnetically responsive elements. The magnetic elements and the magnetically responsive elements can be positioned on an ornament holder and/or on the one or more moveable components. Actuation of a moveable component occurs when rotation of the rotative component positions a magnetic element in magnetically responsive nearness to either (a) a magnetically responsive element for magnetic attraction, (b) an opposite pole of another magnetic element for higher magnetic attraction, or (c) a same pole of another magnetic element for magnetic resistance.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for properly aligning, coupling and cropping two stereoscopically complementary pictures which are positioned one above the other. Alignment and holding apparatus includes a base for supporting two stereoscopically complementary pictures, a detachable joining strip with two areas of pressure sensitive adhesive for joining two pictures which is placed in a fixed planar shield with a pair of opposed guide flaps with one non stick surface for holding the joining strip, and a flat, flexible, transparent alignment sheet with grid markings which overlays the pictures and includes cut out areas for manually accessing the pictures for adjusting one picture relative to the other.

Abstract: A wall ornament releasably mountable is provided with reusable adhesive. A light-weight, rigid substrate is used that is thick and conveys a three-dimension impression when the wall ornament is attached to a wall or similar planer surface. Various wall ornaments can be used together cooperatively to create a decorative wall scene. The wall ornament is easily removed and the adhesive can be reused so that unlimited theme decors can be accomplished. Possibilities for wall design include educational, fantasy, seasonal, sporting, and religious. When removed, the wall ornaments do not mar or damage wall surfaces. The wall ornaments can be professionally prepared or kits can be provided so individuals may match room decor to wall ornament.

Abstract: A decorative, action oriented ornament/display system is attained by providing an attention-attracting member which cooperates with a support platform or plate which is removably mounted to any limb or branch of a tree. By employing this construction, an ornament display system is realized which is quickly and easily mounted to a tree, whenever desired, or removed therefrom for display on any other surface. In the preferred embodiment, the ornament/display member incorporates interlock means formed on the support plate for removably affixing the ornament/display member to the support plate whenever desired. Furthermore, the ornament/display member also preferably incorporates a stowable hook or ring member cooperatively associated with the upper portion of the ornament/display member for enabling the ornament/display member to be affixed to a supporting branch or limb independently of the platform.

Abstract: A container for displaying a statuette. The container includes a transparent hollow globe which is attachable to and detachable from the base. The globe and the base form a seal when attached to one another, so that water can be used to magnify the image of the statuette. The flat upper surface of the base has perforations in which floral wire can be inserted, for attaching the statuette to the base.

Abstract: Shaped, flexible decorative emblems and a method for making the same are provided. The decorative emblems comprises a substrate layer having a decorative pattern thereon, a plastic lens cap, and an adhesive layer protected by a release liner. The decorative emblems are formed in the non-planar shape corresponding to the shape of the desired application surface. The method for making the non-planar decorative emblem involves casting the plastic lens cap on the substrate surface while the substrate is held substantially flat, subject the plastic to an initial cure while still flat, molding the emblem to a mandrel formed in the desired non-planar shape and subjecting the shaped emblem to a final cure to fix the emblem in the non-planar shape.

Abstract: A decorative panel comprising a first transparent plate on which a multiplicity of faceted glass stones is fixed in an ornamental arrangement, and a second plate with a reflective layer which is held at a distance from the first plate and from the glass stones by a frame, whereby the second plate has an area not provided with a reflective layer below which a decorative body is disposed on the inner side of the plate, the side surface of said body being provided with a reflective layer so that light fed from a light source into the decorative panel is reflected on this side surface.

Abstract: A pressed flower assortment is airtightly sealed in between a transparent plate and a base board so that it remains intact for long without changing or fading its colors. It will be mounted in a frame for display.

Abstract: A decorative floating toy including a watertight container defining a water-tight holding chamber partially filled with a fluid, and a float floating on the fluid and of outer diameter fitting the water-tight holding chamber and having two tubes diagonally disposed at two opposite ends in reversed directions and communicated with each other for permitting the fluid to pass through the float when the water-tight container is turned upside-down.

Abstract: A decorative article, such as an ornament, is disclosed having a housing having an indicia receiving surface, wherein the indicia receiving surface is, preferably, substantially planar and at least partially recessed inside the housing. Indicia, having a front face, is at least partially disposed on the indicia receiving surface such that the face of the indicia is directed outward from the housing. An adherent adheres at least a portion of the indicia at least partially to the indicia receiving surface. A substantially transparent cover is attached to at least a portion of the front of the indicia for shielding the indicia and protecting the indicia from the environment. In the preferred embodiment, the indicia comprises a photograph. The method for making a decorative ornament includes the following steps. First a housing is provided, wherein the housing has at least an indicia receiving surface.

Abstract: The present invention includes a sealed ornament of a dried and pressed flower completely sealed by a film having a low melting point in a substantially absolutely dried state and in a state free from air and moisture in order that the dried and pressed flower maintains its gracefulness without discoloring and fading for long periods and method of producing the same. The sealed ornament may be further secured to a base in a substantially absolutely dried state and in a state free from air and moisture, a cover film secured externally of the film having a low melting point as necessary, and the outermost layer coated with a coating resin as necessary.

Abstract: Construction and method of making a simulated decorative cracked glass laminate in tile, panel, sheet, plate or veneer form. The structural element comprises in bonded combination a glass mirror and a backing layer, preferably a water-felted mineral fiberboard panel. An accurately reproduced image of decorative cracked glass is applied to the mirror, either before or after the mirror is bonded to the backing layer to provide a simulated decorative cracked glass mirror appearance with the mirror being uncracked and intact and the bonded combination being shatter-, heat- and fire-resistant. Means are provided to produce such a simulated cracked glass appearance with uncracked glass.

Abstract: A composite laminated film-to-glass panel for the display by back lighting of graphics and/or advertising and instructional alpha-numerical information relating to game machines, product dispensing apparatus, and wall displays and a method of producing such panel. The film-to-glass panel of the invention is comprised of a primary front sheet of glass and a secondary composite laminated layer consisting of: a mounting sheet of double-faced adhesive-coated polyester film material; an intermediate sheet of positive image photographic film bearing the graphic and/or advertising and instructional information and adhesively affixed on its image side to the rear side of the mounting sheet; and a sheet of single-faced adhesive-coated ultraviolet screening plastic film adhesively affixed to the rear side of the photographic film.

Abstract: Two dimensional artwork, such as photographs, posters, sports cards, comics cards and the like can be converted into three dimensional articles of artwork by mounting foreground figures provided from copies of the two-dimensional artwork onto the underlying two dimensional artwork.

Abstract: A sculpture is provided having cuts extending from an exterior surface to an internal position. The cuts are then smoothed using a solvent and simultaneously dyed with an appropriate pigment. The resulting internal faces exhibit both reflectivity and translucency depending on the illumination and viewing angles.

Abstract: Preserved portraits or photographs and a method for making the same are provided. Paper substrates with portrait or photographic images are ideally preserved against the effects of sunlight, moisture and age by the method of the present invention. A plastic cap is cast upon at least one surface of the article and cured thereon. The plastic cap becomes integral to the surface of the substrate and acts to enhance the clarity and quality of the portrait or photographic image disposed on the substrate surface. Preferably, a backing layer is also provided on the substrate. More preferably, the backing layer comprises a magnetized layer allowing the preserved article to be displayed on metallic objects.

Abstract: Disclosed are several embodiments (10, 30, 40, 50, 60) of an award assembly having a colorized and reflective appearance. The award assemblies include a base (11, 36, 84, 62) having a reflective surface (18, 87, 72). The award assemblies have three-dimensional uprights or prisms (10, 31, 32, 33, 40, 50, 88, 61) which are made of transparent acrylic. A solvent (25) such as methylene chloride fuses the prism to the base. Also disclosed is a method for making award assemblies.

Abstract: A display plaque having an indicia that is seen through a transparent facing material; an opaque facing such as a solid surface or a marbleized material, a back plate that supports both said facing materials in unification. The transparent and opaque facing materials are cut in a conforming geometrical configuration. The transparent and opaque facing materials are then fitted and affixed to said back plate.

Abstract: A structural graphic display has one or more first generally transparent surfaces with reversed images superposed thereon juxtaposed to a reflective surface such that the reversed image may be viewed as a reflection in the reflective surface. The display may be either purely an ornamental device, or may be utilized in lamps, desk accessories, greeting cards, or clocks as disclosed herein.

Abstract: A display has a transparent plastic substrate and a colored image formed on the substrate. The colored image is formed on the substrate by process printing a large number of small dots, colored red, yellow, and blue, in a predetermined pattern onto the substrate. The red, yellow, and blue ink dots are translucent to visible light. A pattern of opaque white ink dots is process printed over selected portions of the image to highlight the selected portions and to thereby give the selected portions an appearance of relative depth. A reflective layer can be deposited against the ink patterns to reflect light which passes through the ink patterns and thereby give the image formed by the ink patterns a shiny, metallic appearance.

Abstract: A decoration set includes a transparent container having upper and lower terminal portions interconnected to by a slanting middle part. Each of the terminal portions defines a reservoir adapted to carry a sandy medium stored within the container. A board is mounted within the container and includes opposing sides provided with rippled surfaces which cause a decorative pattern as the sandy medium flows thereover. The container can be oriented in a first upright position wherein the sandy medium flows over the rippled surface causing a pattern on one side of the board and an inverted, upright position wherein the sandy medium flows over the rippled surface causing a pattern on the other side of the board. The side surfaces also include vents through which the sandy medium flows.

Abstract: A laminated ornamental glass article has two transparent glass substrates and three coating layers of opaque figures and crevices between the two transparent glass substrates. This allows a person at one side of the glass article to see through the glass article an object at the opposite side of the glass article, while another person on the opposite side may only see the opaque figures on the glass article. The three coating layers include a glaze figure layer, a white paint layer and a dark, ink layer. Each layer has the same figure patterns and the same crevices, the crevices being adapted to be filled with an adhesive material for bonding the two transparent glass substrates.

Abstract: A document laminate includes laminating sheets with adhesive on facing sides to laminate a document between the sheets, and shielding sheets covering the document and received within the laminating sheets. When the adhesive is heat activated, the shielding sheets are selected to be not degraded by the activating heat. A document can therefore be removed from the laminate by cutting along a line at one edge of the shielding sheets, and removing the document, which is not adhered to the shielding sheets or the laminating sheets.

Abstract: A durable, lightweight sign or display device having a desired three-dimensional, contoured surface and a self-sticking backing to facilitate easy mounting is disclosed. The sign has a rigid plastic display sheet which is formed into the desired three-dimensional, contoured surface and formed with a peripheral flange. A plastic backing is heat-sealed to the display sheet along its peripheral flange. Pressure-sensitive adhesive is applied to the outer surface of the backing and a removable protective layer is used to cover the adhesive to prevent contamination thereof prior to use. The sign is relatively inexpensive to fabricate and mass-produce. The sign is ideally suited for temporary display purposes such as sales, promotions, or seasonal decorations.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for forming a laser induced thermal dye transfer. The apparatus includes a dye receiving element having a ridge formed along a periphery thereof for receiving a dye donor element thereon with the only physical contact between the elements occurring along the ridge. Separation between the donor and receiver elements is maintained by the ridge by mounting the donor and receiver against mounting plates that hold the elements flat. A vacuum is applied to the holding plates to attract the elements towards their respective holders.

Abstract: A strut supported framework for mounting directly to the back side of posters and other works of art which holds the paper skin of the poster taut. The framework is composed of elongated semi-ridged, strut members bonded to adjustable low tack adhesive tape. Strut members can be easily cut to fit the back side perimeter of most any standard sized posters. The strut members are stabilized by plastic like, adhesive bonded corner support braces positioned over the right angles formed by the framework. The framework parts include four frame members and four corner support braces. The frame members are slit from a simi-ridged foamboard like material. The corner support braces are die-cut shaped pieces of plastic like material. Both the frame struts and the corner support braces are bonded to one side of a double sided, pressure sensitive, adhesive tape with a release liner protecting the revere side of the adhesive tape.

Abstract: A placemat defining a translucent upper surface supporting a red/yellow obscuring design; a plate formed of a transparent red material; and a latent image formed on the placemat obscured by the red/yellow design, the plate being placed upon the placemat overlying the latent image to filter out the obscuring design and reveal the latent image.

Abstract: A display device has a housing in which sound (a music IC), light (light strings), and power (light string AC motors) elements are combined. At least one master light string is used as the power source, supplying the AC motor necessary power so that the motor can drive a transmission mechanism. Ornaments connected to the transmission mechanism are then movable in the display device providing an attractive and lovely scene. Separate toy figures having an independent light string AC motor may be directly connected to the light string which provides power required for the toy figures to move in a designed manner.

Abstract: An air freshener device is disclosed herein of multilayer construction which, when laminated or joined together, provides a strong reinforced unitary structure for holding a scented member between two snap-locked layers defining an internally closed cavity that provides a moisture barrier for at least a message or picture card forming a part of the unitary structure. The device includes a pair of thin members having preformed islands, receptacles and pins which, when aligned, may be snap-locked together. A scented member is held in the central cavity defined between the snap-locked members and a plurality of passageways interconnects the central cavity with peripheral vents to release the fragrance exteriorly of the device. Message, photographic or graphic representations are carried on display cards secured to the opposite sides of the snap-locked members which are isolated from the moisture of the scent carried on the scent carrier.

Abstract: Two plastic cover sheets, each of which would produce warping upon lamination by heat and pressure, are loosely affixed to a presentation folder paper core sheet to provide a plastic envelope. Graphic indicia bearing insert sheets can be laminated between both sides of the core sheet and the plastic cover sheets to provide an attractive display of the graphic indicia. Manufacturing costs are saved since anti-warpage backing sheets need not be face laminated to substantial areas of the folder sheet. Also, the plastic envelope sold to the user before lamination is not bowed in contrast to the prior art envelope. A security folder which is difficult to compromise, using carbonless paper, is also disclosed.

Abstract: A polypropylene multilayer, coextruded, transparent, and metallizable film which has isotropic mechanical properties and contains a low-molecular-weight hydrocarbon resin and an antistatic agent in the base layer and an antiblocking agent in the outer layer is described. The film is free from lubricants in the outer layers. The invention furthermore relates to a process for the production of such films and to their use as, for example, packaging films or twist wrapping.

Abstract: A fluid-contained display ornament comprising a transparent fluid container for holding a fluid, a pilot device, and a display device having one end secured to one end of the transparent fluid container and an opposite end secured to the pilot device. The pilot device floats in the fluid to spread out the display for exhibition when the transparent fluid container stands up. The display device is forced by the pilot device to conceal itself at said one end of the transparent fluid container when the transparent fluid container is turned upside-down.

Abstract: A process of fusing a dye-receiving element for thermal dye transfer suitable for forming a slide for projection viewing, the dye-receiving element comprising a polymeric central dye image-receiving section and a polymeric frame section extending around the periphery of the central section, the dye image-receiving section containing a thermally-transferred dye image, the process comprising simultaneously subjecting the element to both conductive and convective heating.

Abstract: A mat for a frame includes a mat frame made of frame elements, each having a foaming synthetic resin substrate which has predetermined thickness and width and which is covered by a neutral paper. The frame elements are cut at a predetermined length and a predetermined angle to form a predetermined shape of a mat frame.

Abstract: A display device wherein decorative objects are immersed in a liquid-filled housing which is rotatably mounted on a base and driven by a windup music box mechanism through a transmission assembly so that rotation of the housing relative to the base in a first direction winds up the music box mechanism which, during unwinding and the production of music, causes the housing to rotate in a second opposite direction.

Abstract: A dye-receiving element for thermal dye transfer comprising a polymeric dye image-receiving section having a surface which has been roughened to provide an average surface roughness Ra of from about 0.03 to about 0.5 .mu.m as determined by ANSI D-46.1 (1985). The roughened image-receiving surface does not exhibit as much image smear as non-roughened surfaces which are subjected to fusing after imaging.

Abstract: A mat structure and method of matting is disclosed, wherein a front mat is formed having a first opening. A second mat is formed having an opening smaller than the first opening in the front mat. A well mat is formed having an opening corresponding to the outer dimensions of the second mat and corresponding to the dimensions of a picture to be matted. A backing member is also provided. In a first configuration, the well mat is secured to the backing member. In a second configuration, the well mat is secured to the back of the front mat. In either configuration, a picture is positioned within the opening in the well mat so that, when the second mat is positioned in the well over the picture, the picture is secured in place by the second mat either opposing the backing member (in the first configuration) or opposing the back of the front mat (in the second configuration). The resulting structure comprising the front mat, second mat, well mat, picture, and backing member may then be framed.

Abstract: A frame for athletic miniatures and sports memorabilia having a double-sided frame made of wooden material with glass members on both sides, and a stiffening board for supporting an athletic miniature or sports memorabilia assembled between the glass members, so that the athletic miniature or sports memorabilia can be viewed through the glass members from both sides of the frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a card display container suitable for use in displaying gift items or greeting cards containing sentimental messages or artistic renderings. The card display container comprises a transparent hollow spherical housing a card inside the spherical housing which contacts the inner surface of the spherical housing at the corners of the card, and an opening for insertion of the greeting card or gift item. The opening in the housing is closed by means of a plug. The plug may follow the exterior contour of the spherical housing or extend beyond the exterior surface of the spherical housing to form a flat surface thereby providing a base for the display container to rest on any flat surface such as a desk or shelf. The ornamental display container may also be displayed by hanging. The present invention provides a means for displaying gift items or cards containing sentimental messages or artistic renderings which can be viewed from almost any angle.

Abstract: A vessel filled with two liquids of different specific gravities is provided with a centrifugal impeller for creating a vortex from the liquid of lesser specific gravity to simulate a cyclone. Ornaments may be disposed within the vessel for generating additional visual effects during the formation of the vortex.

Abstract: A decorative glass panel comprising two outer panes of transparent or translucent glass and at least one transparent or translucent inner pane having at least one blown glass piece disposed thereon. The portions of the inner surfaces of the outer panes may be etched to facilitate light diffusion, leaving non-etched aperture portions that are similarly shaped and in exact alignment with the blown glass piece.

Abstract: A novelty elongated handle for a child's spoon, fork or the like, which is formed of a rigid, transparent plastic material, such as acrylic. The handle is hollow to provide a transparent sealed chamber which is filled with a transparent liquid, such as water. A multiplicity of glittering particles are suspended in the liquid and float about in the liquid. The handle is constructed firmly to support the spoon, fork, or the like, at its forward end in isolated relationship from the chamber. The rear end of the handle is opened to permit the introduction of the liquid and glittering particles into the chamber. A resilient stopper is inserted into the open end of the handle and it, in turn, is covered by a plastic cap which is sealed to the rear end of the handle.

Abstract: A three dimensional greeting card that has its three dimensional aspect on the front face of the greeting card. The greeting card has a front panel, a rear panel joined to the front panel, and a shelf attached to the front face of the front panel so that a character object may rest on the upper side of the shelf.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a decorative device for displaying an ornamental object within a fluid. The device takes the form of a transparent hollow bell-shaped enclosure, the interior of the enclosure containing a fluid and a plurality of small particles. A handle is attached to the crown of the enclosure. A fluid tight base is sealingly connected to the mouth of the enclosure. A fluid inlet is positioned within the base for introducing the fluid into the enclosure. A plug seals the fluid inlets to prevent fluid from leaving the enclosure. A bottom cover is placed over the base to provide a flat surface to permit the device to stand in an upright position on a horizontal surface.

Abstract: A device including a pair of superimposed pliable sheets that are interconnected or sealed along peripheral edges. The device includes an enclosed, liquid-containing inner chamber defined by the sealed peripheral edges and by the pair of superimposed pliable sheets. The liquid is freely movable within the chamber. At least one discrete article is suspended within the liquid, and the article is manipulatable by causing displacement of the liquid medium. Graphics are included on one of the sheets. These graphics correspond in shape to the discrete article, and that discrete article is alignable with these graphics.

Abstract: An apparatus for displaying removable indicia, the apparatus including a base sheet having an outwardly facing surface which is operable to support individual removable indicia; a substantially transparent cover sheet which is borne by the base sheet, and which is operable to substantially fix the indicia in a predetermined position thereon; and a zone of adhesive which is deposited in a predetermined pattern on one of the two sheets and which releasably affixes the base sheet and the transparent sheet together. During use, the transparent sheet is separated in spaced relation from the base sheet to permit the placement of the indicia in respective predetermined positions on the base sheet, after which, the transparent sheet is then pressed into adhesive engagement with the base sheet to releasably seal and fix the position of the indicia thereon.

Abstract: Two-wheeled vehicle parts in accordance with the present invention includes: a first cover having a functional element therein and having a cross-section of a shape to cover the functional element, a second cover corresponding to the first cover so that an end surface of the second cover can be engaged with that of the first cover, and having a cross-section of a shape to cover the functional element, and a projection formed on either the end surface of the first cover or that of the second cover. The first cover and the second cover have respective end surfaces connected with each other through the projection by ultrasonic welding.