U.S. patent application number 10/219345 was filed with the patent office on 2004-02-19 for pocket band.
Invention is credited to Davis, Sandra Kay.
Application Number | 20040031830 10/219345 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 31714722 |
Filed Date | 2004-02-19 |
United States Patent
Application |
20040031830 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Davis, Sandra Kay |
February 19, 2004 |
Pocket band
Abstract
A portable pocket, the assembly comprising of a pocket that
attaches to the arms, legs, thighs or waist of a wearer by means of
an adjustable band. A zipper closes the opening of the pocket
thereby protecting inserted items from loss or theft. The portable
pocket in combination with the adjustable band is a miniature
carrying compartment for transporting small quantities of
small-sized items thereby eliminating the need to carry bulking
purses, wallets, etc. and it does not interfere with freedom of
movement.
Inventors: |
Davis, Sandra Kay;
(Forestville, MD) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Sandra Kay Davis
2214 Seton Way
Forestville
MD
20747
US
|
Family ID: |
31714722 |
Appl. No.: |
10/219345 |
Filed: |
August 16, 2002 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
224/222 ;
224/219 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A45F 3/005 20130101;
A45C 1/04 20130101; A45F 2003/006 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
224/222 ;
224/219 |
International
Class: |
A45F 003/14; A45C
013/30; A45C 001/00 |
Claims
What I claim is:
1. A portable pocket for carrying small quantities of small items
such as credit cards keys, paper currency, etc. thereby eliminating
the need to carry bulky purses, wallets or pouches for transporting
said small quantities of small items whereas said portable pocket
attaches to the wearer's arms, legs, thighs or waist by means of an
expandable adjustable band that attaches the portable pocket to the
wearer wherein said portable pocket is both useful against theft
and loss of items.
2. A portable pocket for carrying small quantities of small items
such as credit cards and the like as defined in claim 1 wherein
said opening of pocket runs across the top side edge of portable
pocket.
3. The portable pocket of claim 1 and including means for closing
said opening in said pocket.
4. The portable pocket of claim 3 wherein the means for closing
said opening in pocket comprises of a zipper sewn across opening
and wherein later versions for closing opening may consist of a two
strips of velcro.
5. The portable pocket of claim 4 wherein later versions for the
closing opening made be comprised of two strips of velcro wherein
one strip is sewn across the one side of the opening and the other
strip of velcro is sewn across the opposing side of the opening to
connect and close the opening of said pocket.
6. The portable pocket comprising of an adjustable band whose
opposite vertical ends are singly sewn into opposite sides at the
rear of the portable pocket and wherein said adjustable band gives
said portable pocket the ability to attach to the wearer's arms,
legs, thighs or waist and hold the portable pocket comfortable in
place thereby transforming the portable pocket as referenced in
claim 1 into a miniature carrying compartment.
7. The portable pocket of claim 6 wherein adjustable band is
presently made of a two adjoining strips of sturdy elastic material
that fastens to the wearer by means a velcro strip however future
versions may consist of buckles, snaps or other methods for
fastening the portable pocket of claim 6 to the wearer and wherein
the adjustable band for the waist is comprised of strapping and
comes in a belt like design as those used in fanny packs and the
size of the portable pocket is determined by the length of the
adjustable band.
8. The portable pocket of claim 7 wherein the standard sizes are
small, medium and large and whereas the dimensions of the pocket
are slightly larger than a credit card and whereas the dimensions
of the pocket remain the same for all sizes and the length of the
adjustable band increases or decreases depending on the size
ordered wherein the larger the size the longer the adjustable band
and vice versa.
9. The portable pocket of claim 7 whereas the dimensions of the
pocket are slightly larger than a credit card and measure about 4
inches in length and 3 inches in width and the said pocket comes in
a variety of colors and fabrics.
10. The portable pocket of claim 11 wherein the fabrics used
consists of heavy denims, heavy cottons and other sturdy fabrics
and the fabrics include designs, monograms, glitter, studs and the
like.
Description
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION.
[0001] "Not Applicable"
STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR
DEVELOPMENT.
[0002] "Not Applicable"
REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM
LISTING COMPACT DISC APPENDIX.
[0003] "Not Applicable"
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:
[0004] 1. Field of Invention
[0005] This invention relates to a portable pocket that attaches to
the arms, legs, thighs or waist of the wearer by means of an
adjustable band and provides a convenient way to transport small
quantities of small-sized items such as credit cards, a driver's
license, keys, metro passes, ID's, concert tickets, coins and paper
currency, etc. The use of the pocket band eliminates the need to
carry hanging purses, dangling keys or bulging wallets when
transporting small quantities of small-sized items. Pocket bands
are made of sturdy materials and adjust to fit the dimensions of
the wearer. A zipper is sewn into the opening of the pocket to
secure inserted items. Attaching the pocket band to the wearer
gives items inserted into the pocket better protection from loss or
theft. Pocket bands worn underneath sleeves, pants or dresses
provide the best means for protecting paper currency and other
items from being purloined by pick pockets.
[0006] 2. Discussion of the Prior Art
[0007] Backpacks, purses, wallets and carrying pouches used to hold
keys, tickets, credit cards and paper currency can be burdensome to
carry to sporting events, amusement parks and concerts.
Additionally, when shopping, exercising at a gym, or jogging
outside, a credit card, locker room key or house key may be all
that is needed and a small lightweight portable pocket connected to
the wearer's arm, leg, or waist would provide a convenient and
comfortable way to carry such small items.
[0008] Purses and wallets can be easily stolen or lost, especially
in large crowds. Attaching a pocket to the wearer's arm, leg, thigh
or waist protects items from lost and theft. The portable pocket
band has a zipper sewn across the opening of the pocket to keep
inserted items from falling out.
[0009] There is a need for a lightweight, comfortable and
convenient portable pocket for carrying small quantities of small
items that can be attached to the wearer without interfering with
the wearer's freedom of movement and does not subject the wearer to
stolen or lost items.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0010] The conventional pocket inserts into larger components such
as purses, jackets and pants, thereby adding bulkiness and
additional weight when items are placed into the pocket. The
concept of the pocket band is to find an effective means to safely
carry small quantities of small items in a sturdy pocket without
unnecessary bulkiness and weight and without interfering with the
wearer's freedom of movement. Larger components with pockets such
as purses are not always necessary to transport small quantities of
small items. The portable pocket band provides a safe, effective
and affordable solution to eliminating the unnecessary bulkiness
and added weight of pockets used in the conventional way. When
attached to the wearer, the pocket is transformed into a miniature
carrying compartment. Wearing the pocket band underneath clothing,
such as sleeves, pants or dresses provides the best means of
protecting items from theft.
[0011] Individuals with back problems and joint pain will find the
lightweight portable pocket band safe and easy to use. School
children carrying house keys, lunch money or other small items will
find the pocket band to be an effective means to protect items from
lost of theft. Pocket bands can be worn under school uniforms.
Business people can carry business cards and meeting notes in the
pocket band. Aerobics class participants can carry locker room keys
to an aerobics class without interfering with movement. Pocket
bands are useful at concerts, amusements parks, grocery stores and
malls. Various items can be transported in the pocket band. There
are many uses for the pocket band depending on the wearer's
individual preferences.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWING
[0012] FIG. 1 illustrates the use of the pocket band when worn on
the upper arm (1A) the lower arm (1B); the waist (1C), the thigh
area (1D) and the leg (1E) of a jogger.
[0013] FIG. 2 is a detailed overall view of the pocket band.
[0014] FIG. 3 is a view in perspective of the pocket band secured
about a wearer's arm and showing the presently preferred form of
the zipper to close the opening of the pocket and the adjustable
band to secure the pocket to a wearer.
[0015] FIG. 4 is a back view of the pocket band secured about a
wearer's arm.
[0016] FIG. 5 is a view in perspective of the presently preferred
form of pocket band for a wearer's waist. In this embodiment the
adjustable band has a belt like designed as is commonly used in
fanny packs. The belt adjust to the wearer's dimensions by means of
sliding through an attached buckle that provides a way to increase
and/or decrease the length of the belt to conform to the waist of a
wearer. The ends of the belt connect by means of a side locking
buckle.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION:
[0017] The jogger in FIG. 1 can comfortably and conveniently carry
personal items, such as house keys or car keys by means of the
pocket band. The pocket band can be worn on the wearer's upper
arms, lower arms, waist, thighs and legs.
[0018] A jogger is shown for purposes of illustration only, since
the pocket band can be advantageously used while performing many
other activities or attending many other events such as concerts,
movies, amusement parks, etc.
[0019] FIG. 2 gives a detailed illustration of the pocket band. The
pocket 1 of the pocket band is made of sturdy material. The
adjustable band 2 is comprised of two strips of elastic and
rubberized fabric that stretch and conform to the dimensions of the
wearer. The right strip 3 is singly sewn into one side of the
pocket 1 whereas the left strip 4 which is singly sewn into the
other side of the pocket 1. The right strip 3 attaches to the left
strip 4 by means of a velcro strip 7 which is sewn in at the edge
of the left strip 4. The adjustable band 2 now comfortably attaches
the pocket 1 to the wearer's arm. The dashes along the edge of the
adjustable band 2 denote the borders of the elastic strips of
fabric. The zipper 5 is sewn across the opening 6 of the pocket 1
to secure items inserted into the pocket 1. The dimensions of the
pocket 1 are slightly larger than a credit card and measure about 4
inches in length by 3 inches in width. These dimensions allow ample
room for the pocket 1 to hold credit cards, ID's or driver's
licenses in addition other items. The pocket band comes in three
sizes. The sizes are small, medium and large. The size is
determined by the length of the adjustable band 2 and not the
dimensions of the pocket 1 which remain the same for all sizes.
Only the length of the adjustable band 2 increases or decreases
depending on the size, whereas sizes small and medium require a
shorter adjustable band 2 than sizes large.
[0020] FIG. 3 is a view in perspective of the pocket band secured
about a wearer's arm and showing the presently preferred form of
the zipper 5 to close the pocket 1 and the adjustable band 2 to
fasten the pocket 1 to the wearer. The adjustable band 2 encircles
the wearer's arm. Items inserted into the pocket band 1 are secure
and protected by the zipper 5.
[0021] FIG. 4 shows the back view of the pocket band. The
adjustable band 2 encircles the wearer's arm and is fastened by
means of the velcro strip 7. The velcro strip 7 is located on the
underside and is not seen when connected to the adjustable band 2.
Once the velcro strip 7 connects to the adjustable band 2, the
pocket 1 is secured about the wearer, whether it be the wearer's
arms, legs, or thighs.
[0022] FIG. 5 is a view in perspective of the pocket band for a
wearer's waist. In this presently preferred embodiment the
adjustable band has a belt like designed as is commonly used in
fanny packs. The adjustable band is made of strapping 8 and has a
side locking buckle 10 to fasten the adjustable band to the waist.
The strapping 8 is capable of adjusting to the wearer's waistline
by means of the attached looping device 9 that enables the
strapping 8 to lengthen or shorten. This belt like designed is
commonly used for fanny packs. The pocket band can be placed
underneath dresses, shirts, pants or skirts when worn.
[0023] The pocket 1 of the pocket band will come in a variety
colors. Some versions of the pocket band will include a see-through
vinyl window to show identification cards. Fabrics used consists of
heavy denims, heavy cottons and other sturdy fabrics. Fabrics will
include designs, monograms, glitter, studs and the like.
[0024] Although a particular embodiment which is presently
preferred and certain modifications thereof have been described in
detail, various other applications, choices of materials,
modifications and the like, will suggest themselves to those
acquainted with the art and are considered to be within the spirit
and scope of the invention.
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