U.S. patent application number 12/504878 was filed with the patent office on 2010-11-04 for multi-functional wrap.
Invention is credited to Rebecca S. Ruschell.
Application Number | 20100275946 12/504878 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 43034154 |
Filed Date | 2010-11-04 |
United States Patent
Application |
20100275946 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Ruschell; Rebecca S. |
November 4, 2010 |
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL WRAP
Abstract
A multi-functional wrap comprising an elongated tube of fabric
material having mating fastener elements at opposite ends. The tube
can be wrapped around one's head forming a head covering with a bun
portion in back. It can also be wrapped around one's head and neck
or used in a variety of ways.
Inventors: |
Ruschell; Rebecca S.; (Santa
Monica, CA) |
Correspondence
Address: |
GREENBERG TRAURIG LLP (LA)
2450 COLORADO AVENUE, SUITE 400E, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY DEPARTMENT
SANTA MONICA
CA
90404
US
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Family ID: |
43034154 |
Appl. No.: |
12/504878 |
Filed: |
July 17, 2009 |
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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61175332 |
May 4, 2009 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
132/210 ;
132/273; 2/171; 2/181; 2/207; 2/211 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A42B 1/041 20130101;
A41D 20/00 20130101; A45D 8/00 20130101; A41D 23/00 20130101; A45D
8/34 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
132/210 ;
132/273; 2/181; 2/207; 2/211; 2/171 |
International
Class: |
A45D 8/00 20060101
A45D008/00; A41D 20/00 20060101 A41D020/00; A41D 23/00 20060101
A41D023/00; A41D 1/14 20060101 A41D001/14; A42B 1/04 20060101
A42B001/04 |
Claims
1. A method of forming a bun on the head of a user from an
elongated flattened hollow tube of a flexible material having a
first side and a second side and having a longitudinal seam
extending from one end of the tube to the other on said first side,
and mating fasteners at opposite ends of said tube on said first
side thereof, a first one of said fasteners being on said first
side of said tube at one end thereof having a mating fastener
portion extending inwardly of said tube, and a second one of said
fasteners being on said first side at the other end thereof having
a mating fastener portion extending inwardly of said tube adapted
to mate with the mating fastener portion of said first one of said
fasteners, said method comprising the steps of: pulling one open
end of said tube over one's head forming an endless band around the
head of the user; pulling one's hair upwardly through the band
until the hair extends down the back of the user; pulling the band
downwardly over the hair until the band reforms said tube with the
hair extending down the back of the head of the user through said
reformed tube with said seam and fasteners extending down the back
of the head and neck of said user below said neck; subsequently
twisting said tube between one's head and the end of said tube
below one's neck forming a twisted rope-like extension;
subsequently winding said twisted rope-like extension into a bun at
the back of one's head; subsequently pulling the terminal end of
said twisted rope-like extension having said fasteners under said
bun and up through the center of said bun; and subsequently
securing the fasteners together at generally the nape of one's neck
securing the bun in place.
2. An elongated flattened tube of a flexible material having an
elongated seam extending from one end of said tube to the other on
one side thereof, and mating fasteners at opposite ends of said
tube on said one side adapted to mate with each other.
3. The tube of claim 2 wherein said material is a fabric
material.
4. The tube of claim 3 wherein said fabric is cotton.
5. The tube of claim 4 wherein said fabric is polyester.
6. The tube of claim 3 wherein said material is washable.
7. The tube of claim 2 wherein said tube is about 91/2'' in length
and about 29'' in width.
8. A multi-functional wrap which comprises an elongated hollow tube
of fabric material with mating fasteners at opposite ends which can
be quickly and easily wrapped about one's head, one's head and
neck, one's shoulders, etc.
9. The wrap of claim 1 wherein the tube is of a solid, print or
striped material.
10. The wrap of claim 2 wherein the tube is of various colors.
11. The wrap of claim 8 wherein said tube can be used to form a bun
on one's head, a scarf, an ear warmer, a headband, a neck warmer, a
mock scarf, a belt, a mock skirt, or a cap.
Description
RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application claims the benefit and priority to U.S.
Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/175,332 filed May 4, 2009, the
contents of which are incorporated by reference herein in its
entirety.
BACKGROUND
[0002] 1. Field
[0003] This disclosure relates to multi-functional wraps, and, more
particularly, to a elongated tube of fabric material with mating
connector portions at each end that can be wrapped around one's
head, one's head and neck, about one's shoulders, etc.
[0004] 2. General Background
[0005] Fabric materials that wrap around one's head are know but
generally do not have the functionality of a quick and easy wrap
nor are able to function as more than a conventional head wrap.
[0006] There is a need for a multi-functional wrap which includes
an elongated tube of a fabric material that quickly and easily
wraps around one's head, one's head and neck, one's shoulders,
etc.
SUMMARY
[0007] It is an object of this invention to provide a
multi-functional wrap for one's head.
[0008] It is a further object of this invention to provide a
multi-functional wrap for one's head and neck.
[0009] It is still further an object of this invention to provide a
multi-functional wrap that can go around either one's head, ones'
head and neck, one's shoulders, around the waist, etc.
[0010] These and other objects are preferably accomplished by
providing an elongated tube of fabric material having mating
fastening elements at opposite ends which tube can be wrapped about
one's head, or ones' head and neck, about one's shoulders or used
in a variety of ways.
DRAWINGS
[0011] The above-mentioned features and objects of the present
disclosure will become more apparent with reference to the
following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying
drawings wherein like reference numerals denote like elements and
in which:
[0012] FIG. 1 is a plan view of an elongated tube of fabric
material.
[0013] FIG. 1a is a plan view of the opposite side of the tube in
FIG. 1 showing mating fastener portions at opposite ends;
[0014] FIG. 1b is a view taken along lines 1b-1b of FIG. 1a;
[0015] FIG. 1c is a view taken along lines 1c-1c of FIG. 1a;
[0016] FIG. 2 is the initial position of the tubular wrap prior to
the position as shown in FIG. 3;
[0017] FIG. 3 is a side view of the wrap of the invention disposed
on the head of a user; the hair inside;
[0018] FIGS. 4 through 6 are subsequent positions of the tubular
wrap prior to the final position shown in FIG. 7;
[0019] FIG. 7 is the final position of the wrap of the invention;
and
[0020] FIGS. 8 to 11 are perspective views of the wrap of the
invention shown in a variety of uses.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
[0021] Referring now to FIG. 1 of the drawing, an elongated tubular
piece of flexible material is shown approximately 91/2'' wide by
29'' long. Thus, tube 10 has a throughbore 11 and, as seen in FIG.
1a, the opposite side of tube 10 as seen in FIG. 1 has a
longitudinal seam 12 so that tube 10 is formed by sewing or
stitching together the elongated sides of a planar piece of
material that usually is a rectangle about 19'' wide and 29'' long.
A fastener, such as mating button snaps 13, 14, is provided at
opposite ends adjacent seam 12 on the same side of seam 12.
Fastener 13 may be a female button fastener having the female
button portion 15 (FIG. 1b) accessible inside the tube whereas
fastener 14 may be a male button fastener having the male button
portion 16 (FIG. 1c) accessible inside tube 10. It is to be
understood that fastener 13 may have a female button portion and
fastener 14 may have a mating male button portion as is well known
in the art. Of course, fasteners other than snaps, such as hook and
loop material, may be used. However, preferably snap buttons are
used such the portions on the other side of the mating portions 15,
16 are visible on the outside of tube 10 and accessible there for
quick and easy fastening, as will be discussed.
[0022] Referring now to FIG. 2, the initial position of the wrap 17
is shown on the head 18 of a user. One open end of tube 10 is
placed on the head of a user and the tube 10 is pulled down around
the front of the head 18 of the user forming wrap 17. The wrap 17
is pulled upwardly with the hair of the user extending through the
tube. This is the position shown in FIG. 3. Thus, seam 12 is on the
side opposite the face of the user. As seen in FIG. 3, the tube 10
is pulled down the back side of the head of the user. As seen in
FIG. 4, the elongated portion 19 of tube 10 is twisted and the
twisted portion 19 is coiled, as seen in FIG. 5, with the free end
21 pulled through the looped part 20 until the free end 21 extends
out of the looped part 20 (FIG. 6). As seen in FIG. 6, male snap
portion 16 is then secured to female snap portion 15.
[0023] The final position of wrap 17 is shown in side view in FIG.
7 forming a bun at the back of the head. FIG. 8 shows the tubular
piece of material 10 wrapped around one's neck, the snaps at the
free end of tube 10 being secured together to hold tube 10 in place
for warmth. FIG. 9 shows the forming a head and neck wrap, the free
end of the tube 10 is being wrapped about one's neck and the snaps
secured together.
[0024] In FIG. 10, the wrap is pulled down to cover the front of
one's head in the form of a banded cap or beanie.
[0025] In FIG. 11, the neck wrap of FIG. 8 is pulled up to cover
one's face for warmth.
[0026] Tube 10 may be made of any suitable fabric material, such as
various knits (cotton or polyester), in solids, prints, stripes,
etc. and of various colors. The dimensions may vary but I have
found that a width of about 10'' and a length of about 30'' is
suitable.
[0027] Tube 10 can go around several parts of the body, not just
the head, neck, and shoulders (can also be a belt, a mock shirt/hip
warmer, cover one's arms, etc); it can be made in many different
fabrics other than knits.
[0028] The fabric material may be super soft and is thus a fun
multi-functional accessory, that can be fashioned into a variety of
different looks. It keeps one's hair securely away from the face
and is good for warmth before, during and after workouts. It is
also great for damp or hair wet from exercising or swimming where
it can be worn loose. The tube doubles as a stylish neck or ear
warmer and headband. It can be worn many different ways.
[0029] Among the many advantages of the tube of my invention are
the following:
[0030] Secures hair into a fun bun instantly.
[0031] Snap closure provides added security and closure.
[0032] Keeps hair out of one's face and off one's neck.
[0033] Absorbs perspiration from the face and the back of one's
neck and head.
[0034] Uniformity-great for performances and in the classroom.
[0035] Compact, noticeable feel for spotting during pirouettes in
ballet and while turning.
[0036] Soft, lightweight, machine washable.
[0037] Doubles as a neck warmer--great for voice students and
singers.
[0038] Great with damp or wet hair after workout or swimming.
[0039] Easy Solution for bad hair day.
[0040] It can be worn with short, long or no hair.
[0041] Although a particular embodiment of the invention is
disclosed it is to be understood that other embodiments may be
utilized and structural and functional changes may be made
departing from the scope of the present invention.
[0042] While the apparatus and method have been described in terms
of what are presently considered to be the most practical and
preferred embodiments, it is to be understood that the disclosure
need not be limited to the disclosed embodiments. It is intended to
cover various modifications and similar arrangements included
within the spirit and scope of the claims, the scope of which
should be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass
all such modifications and similar structures. The present
disclosure includes any and all embodiments of the following
claims.
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