Abstract: A bedclothes apparatus includes a blanket sized to cover two occupants of a bed, first and second coverlets, a first fastener assembly operable to secure the first coverlet to a central section of the blanket to allow the first coverlet to be laid across a first segment of the blanket and to release the first coverlet from the central section of the blanket to allow the first coverlet to be moved away from the first segment and the central section of the blanket, and a second fastener assembly operable to secure the second coverlet to the central section of the blanket to allow the second coverlet to be laid across a second segment of the blanket and to release the second coverlet from the central section of the blanket to allow the second coverlet to be moved away from the second segment and the central section of the blanket.

Abstract: A duvet and duvet cover combination where the duvet is arranged to be placed inside the duvet cover, where the duvet includes an integrated substantially rectangular extension part having a first long side attached to the duvet, and a second long side divided up in two parts that are separated by an aperture which extends essentially centered and over at least half the distance between the second long side and the first long side The duvet includes straps arranged in corners of the extension part and the duvet cover includes through holes arranged in corners of the extension part. The straps are arranged to be passed through the holes on the upper side and the under side of the extension part of the duvet cover whereafter they may to be tied together to keep the extension part of the duvet safely in place inside the extension part of the duvet cover, whereby the shoulders and arms of a user may be kept warm by the extension parts.

Abstract: The invention is in the field of child, human, or animal or unnatural protective covers for beds, furniture, car seats, floors, or any surface that needs to be protected from spills, or waste or bedwetting or accidental discharges of any type. The invention is washable, and has patterns that look nice and can be varied. In its preferred form, there are about five layers, with the top pleasing to the human eye and skin, which is quilted or otherwise attached to the second layer that is substantially absorbent such as a batting type of material that allows some liquid or other material to pass to the third set of liquid catching layers, which is typically a polymer having bonded thereto two cotton type fabric layers. All layers are bound together in some fashion.

Abstract: A weighted article for providing deep pressure therapy includes a plurality of patchwork pieces including a plurality of layers. At least some of the patchwork pieces include a filler of weighted material contained between at least two of the plurality of layers. The plurality of patchwork pieces are fastened together at edges.

Abstract: Underlay for single use for protection of e.g. chair cushions, bedclothes or changing tables, having a liquid-receiving coversheet intended to face away from the object requiring protection, a liquid impermeable backsheet intended to face the object requiring protection upon use, wherein the underlay can be attached to the user.

Abstract: A movement assisting bed covering system includes a rectangular central panel of satin or sateen cloth having an upper surface, a lower surface, a first lateral edge, a second lateral edge, a first end edge and a second end edge. Each of the first and second end edges has one of a pair of end panels attached thereto. The end panels have a higher coefficient of friction than the central panel. The central panel is positionable on the mattress to cover a central area of the mattress while leaving areas of an upper surface of the mattress adjacent to a head and a foot of the mattress at least partially exposed. Each of the end panels is positionable below the mattress and abuttable against a lower side of the mattress to retain the central panel on the mattress.

Abstract: A medical linen is disclosed. The medical linen may include a base sheet with a slide surface attached to the base sheet.

Abstract: The terrace comforter is made by a shell with many tubes of the same width and length sitting side by side from one end of the shell extended to the other end. Each tube consists of several and the same number of baffled boxes separated by walls between them. There are one or two small holes on the baffled walls in each box so that the filling materials can be blown into the box with a metal tube inserted through the holes on those baffled walls into the box and stay there for a long period of time before moving into the next boxes. The height of boxes can be the same or different as long as the space in each box is large enough for the filling material to expand to its fullest volume.

Abstract: A system and method for applying therapeutic forces to the vertebrae contained within a section of a patient's spine. The system utilizes a flexible pressure blanket having two ends and both a top surface and a bottom surface that extend between those two ends. A patient is asked to lie in a supine position on an elevated platform. The flexible pressure blanket is draped over the patient, wherein a central section of the flexible pressure blanket contacts the patient and end sections dangle freely on opposite sides of said patient. Weight elements are attached to the flexible pressure blanket to effect therapeutic forces upon the spine of the patient. The weight elements can be attached in-line with individual vertebrae in the spine. In this manner, forces acting in different directions can be experienced by the spine, thereby manipulating the spine from the benefit of the patient.

Abstract: The comforter includes a core portion which includes upper and lower fabric layers with lines of stitching connecting the upper and lower fabric layers and filling within the volumes of the core portion defined thereby. Border portions are attached to the head and foot ends of the core portion, wherein the top edge of the core portion is gathered and the head border portion sewn thereto. The width of the top edge of the core portion is approximately 20-75% wider ungathered than when gathered and sewn to the head border portion. The lower edge of the core portion is approximately 0-50% wider ungathered than when gathered and sewn to the foot border portion. Side border portions are secured to the sides of the core portion and to the opposing ends of the head and foot border portions.

Abstract: A body portion has a top and a bottom surface, a head edge and a foot edge. Top and bottom surfaces are separated by a length. The side edges are separated by a width. A head portion has a top and a bottom surface, a head edge and a foot edge. The top and bottom surfaces are separated by a length. The side edges are separated by a width. Coupling components couple the top edge of the body portion and the bottom edge of the head portion. A cutout is formed in each side edge. The cutouts form positioning guides. In this manner the user is assisted in the proper placement of the bedspread upon the mattress. Further in this manner the positioning guides on the mattress are adjacent to the ends of the head end of the upper surface of the mattress.

Abstract: A split-top, bed covering for two users comprising a single, integral sheet of textile with a left upper portion with medial wing, a right upper portion with medial wing, and a foot portion is described. All portions, including wings, are formed seamlessly during manufacturing of the textile. The medial wings of upper left and right portions overlap. The textile may be, inter alia, of woven, non-woven, crocheted, knitted, knotted, tufted, or composite construction.

Abstract: A closable dual sleeping system divides a bed in two for the comfort of two occupants. A top comforter and a bottom comforter are removably interconnected down a longitudinal centerline by a mating hook and loop fastener strip to form two separate sleeping compartments. The system may attach to a bed mattress by corner elasticized loops. Releasing the mating hook and loop fasteners creates a single sleeping compartment. The system may also include other removable bedding, such as, sheets and electric blankets for additional comfort and warmth.

Abstract: A personal comfort device having a neck support portion and an arm and upper body support portion. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the neck support portion may comprise a U-shaped pillow having a pair of opposing arms. The neck support portion may be placed onto the back a user's neck such that the two opposing arms pass on either side of the user's neck and such that the free ends of the two opposing arms are located on the front side of the user. The neck support portion may support the head and neck of a user in a comfortable manner. The arm support portion may be interconnected to the neck support portion such that it hangs approximately on the user's torso. The arm support portion may be functional to receive the user's arms and maintain them in approximately a folded position across the user's torso. The arm support portion may be integrated into a blanket to thereby provide additional comfort to a user.

Abstract: Bed clothing in panels which extend the length or width of the bed and which can be fastened together to make up bed cloths, and which can be fully separated from each other for laundering. Where the panels extend longitudinally in the bed, and the panels have effective widths of about 19 inches to about 23 inches, the panels can be used to make up bed clothing which fits all standard size beds within 10 inches of conventionally-used bed clothing widths. The panels can have adjustable widths (W) which enable the user to assemble a bed cloth to more closely approach the conventionally-used bed clothing widths. A longitudinally-extending panel can be segmented so as to be separable into two or more panel pieces along transversely-extending edges of the respective panel pieces.

Abstract: Bed clothing in panels which extend the length or width of the bed and which can be fastened together to make up bed cloths, and which can be fully separated from each other for laundering. Where the panels extend longitudinally in the bed, and the panels have effective widths of about 19 inches to about 23 inches, the panels can be used to make up bed clothing which fits all standard size beds within 10 inches of conventionally-used bed clothing widths. The panels can have adjustable widths (W) which enable the user to assemble a bed cloth to more closely approach the conventionally-used bed clothing widths. A longitudinally-extending panel can be segmented so as to be separable into two or more panel pieces along transversely-extending edges of the respective panel pieces.

Abstract: An interactive bed sheet apparatus which can educate and entertain a child, in addition to encouraging the child to go to bed at bedtime and keep his or her bed made. The interactive bed sheet apparatus can comprise any number of fasteners, such as buttons, snaps, zippers, Velcro, etc., which can then be used to attach a removably attachable piece which also comprises such fasteners. These removably attachable pieces can be shaped like characters, such as princes, knights, or princesses, or animals, such as tigers, sharks, or dragons, or other items, such as treasure chests, motorcycles, or race cars. The bed sheet apparatus can have any number of background scenes printed on it as well. By using these background scenes, the removably attachable pieces, and the fasteners, a child can create any number of imaginary scenarios on the surface of his or her bed.

Abstract: A convertible bed covering made of a washable material, includes at least two reversible sections each with an transverse and longitudinal sides each of the transverse and longitudinal sides with an mating edge and an exterior edge. Each of the at least two reversible sections includes a zipper, stitched along said mating edge of each of said longitudinal edges. The reversible sections may be detached and reattached to each other by the zippers at said mating longitudinal edges allowing for easy cleaning in standard washers and driers. The bed covering may reconfiguring by either the reversible sections being turned inside out and still be detached and reattached at said mating longitudinal edge. Different weights of comforter panels allows for other reconfigurations.

Abstract: A three-panel blanket set is described in which any two panels are releasably attachable to form a complete blanket. The first panel has a first insulation value and a first fastener section on its lower surface extending along the right side edge. The second panel has a second insulation value, a second fastener section on the upper surface extending along the left side edge, and a third fastener section on the lower surface extending along the right side edge. The third panel with a third insulation value has a fourth fastener section on the upper surface extending along the left side edge. The panel insulation values are different from each other. The first fastener section is releasably attachable to the second fastener section or to the fourth fastener section, and the fourth fastener section is releasably attachable to the first fastener section or to the third fastener section.

Abstract: The invention is bedding for covering one or more persons in bed, with extra fabric at the head end of the bed to prevent drafts and to facilitate tucking bedding around bed occupant(s). The wide head bedding has a top edge, a foot edge, two side edges and at least one obtuse angle connecting the foot edge to at least one side edge so that the top of the bedding is wider than the bottom. In addition, the invention includes methods of making a bed with wide head bedding to preserve the aesthetic appearance of the bed.

Abstract: A bed cover (12) comprising an envelope (13) made of a textile fabric for receiving a filling material. The envelope (13) has a generally rectangular shaped portion (14) for covering a bed, and a projection (15) that extends beyond one edge of the rectangular portion (14) defining a pocket for receiving a filling material to form a comforter (17) for the occupant of the bed to cuddle. The filling material is preferably a complementary shaped duvet or quilt comprising a main portion of generally rectangular shape and a second portion that defines the comforter (17), that is fitted inside the envelope (13).

Abstract: A bedding structure with collapsible frames, comprising a limiting member, a covering member, and a plurality of frame members. The covering member is connected to the limiting member and has at least one opening. The plurality of frame members are configured in a predetermined arrangement inside the covering member. The frame member further consists of at least two arc curves with one arc curve in close proximity to the other arc curve at its overlapping end. The frame member further contains two adjoining ends in close proximity to the outer edge of limiting member to turn the overlapping end into essentially the highest point and prop up the covering member to a height away from the limiting member.

Abstract: A covering assembly including at least one flat sheet having a head end and a foot end, a covering having a foot end and a head end, an elastomeric component that is either woven into the covering or removably attached to the covering. The elastomeric component can be woven into the covering. Alternatively, the removably attached elastomeric component has at least one fastening means to attach itself to a covering and optionally to a first sheet. The elastomeric component can be either removably attached to a bedding assembly or affixed to a bedding assembly. On a preferred embodiment, the bedding assembly can be connected to a second sheet, preferably a fitted sheet, to tightly secure the bedding assembly and the sheet assembly to a bed while the elastomeric component provides additional space for a user. The bedding assembly can be removably attached to the second sheet or affixed to the second sheet.

Abstract: The amazing blanket is design by combining two (2) individual L-shape zipper, pouch blankets into one larger blanket via an overlapping system. This design concept is to allow two persons to sleep together without disturbing the other via a central disc, toward the bottom of the blankets, which allows for free rotation. Each blanket is rectangular in shape with either rounded or cornered edges. On one side there is a central hole, toward the lower section of the blanket, which is surrounded by an elastic band that is capable of being stretched to fit into a disc ring. This disc is the key component to allowing the two individual blankets to freely rotate. The other side has an L-shape zipper that starts about midway on the side and turns at the corner to end at the edge of the bottom corner of the blanket.

Abstract: The terrace comforter is made by a shell with many tubes of the same width and length sitting side by side from one end of the shell extended to the other end. Each tube consists of several and the same number of baffled boxes separated by walls between them. There are one or two small holes on the baffled walls in each box so that the filling materials can be blown into the box with a metal tube inserted through the holes on those baffled walls into the box and stay there for a long period of time before moving into the next boxes. The height of boxes can be the same or different as long as the space in each box is large enough for the filling material to expand to its fullest volume.

Abstract: A dust ruffle stabilizer having a flexible covering for a foundation or box spring. Side sections of the covering include adhesive for removably engaging a corresponding inner side of a skirt of a bed skirt against the adhesive surface the side section.

Abstract: A three-panel blanket set is described in which any two panels are releasably attachable to form a complete blanket. The first panel has a first insulation value and a first fastener section on its lower surface extending along the right side edge. The second panel has a second insulation value, a second fastener section on the upper surface extending along the left side edge, and a third fastener section on the lower surface extending along the right side edge. The third panel with a third insulation value has a fourth fastener section on the upper surface extending along the left side edge. The panel insulation values are different from each other. The first fastener section is releasably attachable to the second fastener section or to the fourth fastener section, and the fourth fastener section is releasably attachable to the first fastener section or to the third fastener section.

Abstract: A bedding system comprising a fitted sheet having two sections, each section made of a different fabric and a flat sheet having two sections each section being of a different fabric such that the different materials cause different warming characteristics.

Abstract: A blanket (1) is provided with magnetic closure elements (21–50) along its edge (2) that allow a conversion into a robe, a sleeping bag, or other shapes. Since magnetic forces don't require direct contact, the magnetic closures can be fabric-covered and thus hidden. No attention needs to be paid to the polarity of the magnets if they are paired with ferromagnetic counterparts. A hood (51) can be attached, or two smaller blankets, which each can from a jacket, can be connected to form one larger blanket convertible into a robe.

Abstract: A replaceable bedding structure for double uses in winter and summer mainly includes a bottom cover which has an opening with a coupling section located on the periphery thereof. The upper cover has a connecting section corresponding to the coupling section and a plurality of spaced blocks. Users can rapidly change and replace the upper cover according to seasonal reasons and personal preference. Thus the practicality and versatility of the bedding goods are improved. Moreover, the blocks are spaced to form passages there between to enhance air ventilation. As a result, air permeability and comfort of the bedding goods are also improved.

Abstract: A baby linen including a hair protection layer and an underlying fabric layer. The baby linen may take the form of a baby blanket or a crib sheet. The crib sheet also may be a single layer of material including two sections of material sewn together. The first section of material may include a hair protection material.

Abstract: The bed sheet set with two or more bed sections with different thermal properties for occupants who share the bed and desire to sleep with bedding having different thermal properties. The invention includes a top bed sheet and a bottom bed sheet divided into two adjacent bed sections made of thin and thick cotton, respectively. In the first embodiment, the two bed sections are longitudinally aligned and sewn together along the sheets' longitudinal center axis. The top sheet includes a decorative inside surface and a transversely aligned decorative band, which provides an attractive edge when the top edge of the top bed sheet is partially folded over. The top and bottom bed sheets are made of cotton, polyester or nylon that can be frequently laundered and changed like normal cotton bed sheets.

Abstract: A longitudinally divided fitted sheet and top sheet combination. The fitted sheet is longitudinally conjoined to the top sheet along a conjoining seam, wherein the conjoining seam demarcates a pair of separate and adjoining sleeping regions for a mattress to which the fitted sheet is fitted, wherein the top sheet is in overlaying relation to the fitted sheet.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a patient transfer system. The patient transfer system is positioned on a support area of a first underlying surface's top surface. The support area (a) receives a patient and (b) is defined by a head end, a foot end, a first side and a second side. The patient transfer system has a base sheet, a transfer sheet a support sheet, a first attachment mechanism, and a second attachment mechanism. The base sheet covers the support area and has (a) a pivot line positioned near or at the first side and (b) a transition line positioned near or at the second side. The transfer sheet has (a) a proximal end that connects to the base sheet at pivot line and (b) a distal end that extends to the transition line. The support sheet has (a) a proximal end that connects to the transfer sheet above the transition line and (b) a distal end that extends at least to the pivot line.

Abstract: A bedding system for inhibiting sheets being inadvertently pulled out from between a mattress and a box spring. The bedding system includes a pair of cover members comprising a main portion and a friction enhancing portion. The main portion of one of the cover members is designed for receiving the mattress whereby the main portion of the other one of the cover members is for receiving the box spring. The friction enhancing portion of one of the cover members engages the friction enhancing portion of the other one of the cover members whereby the friction enhancing portion of each of the cover members is designed for frictionally engaging a portion of the sheets positioned between the mattress and the box spring to inhibit the portion of the sheets from inadvertently sliding out from between the mattress and the box spring.

Abstract: A multiple layer mattress protector is disclosed. The mattress protector utilizes, at least, two moisture proof layers with the top moisture proof layer being releasably attached to and removable from the bottom moisture proof layer. The top moisture proof layer may be easily removed from the mattress protector while someone is in the bed.

Abstract: The present invention provides top-bedding that has a head-end delimited by a head-end edge; a foot-end opposite the head-end, the foot-end delimited by a foot-end edge substantially parallel to the head-end edge; at least one pair of opposing sides delimited by side-edges; a first head-end corner and a second head-end corner; and a reversible expansion means for reversibly converting the top-bedding from a closed configuration to an open configuration, the closed configuration being approximately rectangular, and the open configuration having the shape of an irregular, simple polygon, whereby the distance between the first head-end corner and the second head-end corner is greater when the top-bedding is in the open configuration than when it is in the closed configuration.

Abstract: A sleeping bag that includes at least one clasp configured and arranged to hold sections of a sleeping bag together while the sleeping bag is rolled for storage. In use, when a user desires to roll the sleeping bag, sections of the sleeping bag are folded together, and the clasp or clasps are utilized to hold the sections of the sleeping bag together, which may help in maintaining alignment of the sections during rolling. In accordance with another embodiment, an inner liner extends along the inside of the sleeping bag and is exposed to part of the outer surface of the sleeping bag. The portion of the inner liner extending beyond the outer cover extends back over a section of the outer cover to form a cushion at the head of the sleeping bag.

Abstract: The bedding article comprises a plurality of channels which extend longitudinally or laterally of the featherbed and into which fill can be blown. Each channel is divided into two longitudinal portions, accomplished by a line of lateral stitching across the channel. The two portions have different lengths, with the two lengths alternating from end to end for adjacent channels.

Abstract: A sleeping bag comprising an elongate shell defining a volume sized and shaped to receive a user therein. The shell has an inner layer, an outer layer, insulation between the inner layer and the outer layer, an overlying portion, an underlying portion, a head end, a foot end and left and right lateral sides. The outer layer has stretchable and non-stretchable panels. The stretchable panels are of resilient sheet material and are located in areas of the outer layer corresponding to the shoulders, elbows and knees of the user.

Abstract: A sleeping bag that includes at least one clasp configured and arranged to hold sections of a sleeping bag together while the sleeping bag is rolled for storage. In use, when a user desires to roll the sleeping bag, sections of the sleeping bag are folded together, and the clasp or clasps are utilized to hold the sections of the sleeping bag together, which may help in maintaining alignment of the sections during rolling. In accordance with another embodiment, an inner liner extends along the inside of the sleeping bag and is exposed to part of the outer surface of the sleeping bag. The portion of the inner liner extending beyond the outer cover extends back over a section of the outer cover to form a cushion at the head of the sleeping bag.

Abstract: This invention relates to an assembly of bedclothes for a mattress for making a bed, and more specifically, to: a mattress cover; a bottom sheet; a top sheet; one or more blankets; a bed assembly covering in the front of a bedspread, comforter or duvet cover; and a dust ruffle; and to a method of assembling and fastening said bedclothes assembly. A second embodiment provides for the top and bottom sheets to be integrated.

Abstract: A rug bed cloth structure is provided to assist in fixing a user's legs in a position. One end of the rug bed cloth is formed with a lattice net structure. The opposing end of the rug bed cloth is adapted to be secured to a spring bed. Using the lattice net to increase frictional resistance, it will provide action and reaction points for the user's legs, toes or fore part of the user's feet and prevent slipping. Another embodiment has a plurality of soft strips of material affixed on the upper side of the rug bed cloth. The strips of material form rings to support the user's feet.

Abstract: A dual warmth comforter includes first and second sections joined together by a fastening device. The first section includes first and second fabric sheets and a first insulation material disposed between the first and second fabric sheets. The second section includes third and fourth fabric sheets and a second insulation material disposed between the third and fourth fabric sheets. The first section has a first thermal resistance that is greater than the thermal resistance of the second section. The different thermal resistances can be achieved by using different insulation fill weights, insulation materials with different thermal conductivities, or some combination thereof. The fastening device can be hook-and-loop type fasteners, a zipper, buttons, snaps, laces and the like.

Abstract: Display mattress protectors are provided that protect mattresses in a mattress showroom when customers lie on the mattresses and place their feet on the mattresses. A display mattress protector may be formed from a clear vinyl sheet with reverse-printed promotional information on its lower surface. The promotional information may include a manufacturer's logo. By reverse printing the promotional information on the underside of the mattress protector, the printed information is not subject to wear from the shoes of the customers. Because the sheet is clear, the promotional information is visible to the customers. Because the vinyl is thick, the vinyl does not wrinkle significantly. Shock cord firmly attaches the mattress protector to the mattress. Barbs at the ends of the shock cord attach the shock cord to the vinyl sheet. Cord stoppers are used to make coarse adjustments to the lengths of the shock cord to accommodate different mattresses.

Abstract: A bedding cover having a hidden multisided access flap for improved access to a pocket of the bedding cover generally comprising a front panel stitched to a back panel providing a pocket between the front panel and the back panel. A multisided access flap within the back panel provides access to the pocket. A first fastener securing a first side of the access flap is substantially covered by a first hiding flap provided by an edge of the back panel opposing the first side of the access flap. A second fastener positioned substantially perpendicular to the first fastener secures a second side of the access flap and provides multidirectional access to the pocket. A second hiding flap substantially provided by a second edge of the back panel opposing the second side of the access flap covers the second fastener. The claimed invention includes a method of making the bedding cover.

Abstract: An adjustable dust ruffle system includes three separate panels and a plurality of removable screw pins. A portion of each panel is inserted in between the box spring and the mattress. It is not necessary to remove the mattress from the box springs to install this dust ruffle system. Removable screw pins secure the panels in place and allow adjustment so the hem of the dust ruffle is adjacent the floor.

Abstract: A bed sheet with predetermined regions of friction material for aiding any person, and in particular the elderly, disabled, and frail, in sexual activity and in changing body position, for example, in shifting from lying on the stomach to lying on the back. A traction area across the foot of the bed sheet allows individuals to gain better traction with their feet, ankles, and legs. Any substance may be used to make the traction areas, including mildly abrasive materials in a flexible matrix, latex, and hypoallergenic plastic. The bed sheet with traction areas is washable and, preferably, non-allergenic. The traction areas may blend with the color and composition of the sheet so that the effect is esthetically pleasing.

Abstract: A blanket providing enhanced ventilation to a person lying underneath the blanket. The blanket includes a sheet of material having a plurality of spaced apertures. Each aperture includes an opening allowing the passage of air through the blanket. The blanket may also include a reinforcing section embedded within a perimeter of the sheet of material. The reinforcing section may be a tube containing trapped air. In addition, the blanket may include supports connected to a collar section. The supports allow the blanket to be raised a specified distance above the person lying under the blanket. When the person releases the blanket, the blanket returns to its original position, lying over the person.

Abstract: A blanket providing enhanced ventilation and preventing a person from inadvertently removing the blanket from the person's body. The blanket includes a sheet of material having a reinforcing section embedded within a perimeter of the sheet of material. The reinforcing section may be a tube containing trapped air. In addition, the blanket may include supports connected to a collar section. The supports allow the blanket to be raised a specified distance above the person lying under the blanket. When the person releases the blanket, the blanket returns to its original position, lying over the person. The blanket may also includes several apertures allowing air to pass through the blanket.