U.S. patent application number 13/020415 was filed with the patent office on 2011-08-04 for garment-attachable holder.
Invention is credited to Kim L. Olenicoff.
Application Number | 20110185477 13/020415 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 44340324 |
Filed Date | 2011-08-04 |
United States Patent
Application |
20110185477 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Olenicoff; Kim L. |
August 4, 2011 |
GARMENT-ATTACHABLE HOLDER
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention are directed to garment-attachable
holders for the temporary holding of personal effects. In one
embodiment, a garment-attachable holder is comprised of a piece of
rectangular sheet material having a first surface and a second
surface. The second surface may include adhesive on various
portions thereon. At least one edge of the second surface may
include a reinforcement.
Inventors: |
Olenicoff; Kim L.; (Irvine,
CA) |
Family ID: |
44340324 |
Appl. No.: |
13/020415 |
Filed: |
February 3, 2011 |
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Application
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Patent Number |
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61301321 |
Feb 4, 2010 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
2/247 ; 36/136;
383/38 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A43B 23/24 20130101;
A41D 27/20 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
2/247 ; 36/136;
383/38 |
International
Class: |
A41D 27/20 20060101
A41D027/20; A43B 23/24 20060101 A43B023/24; B65D 30/22 20060101
B65D030/22 |
Claims
1. A garment-attachable holder, comprising a piece of rectangular
sheet material defined by four edges and having an inner-facing
surface and an outer-facing surface; and at least three adhesive
strips adjacent first, second and third edges on the inner-facing
surface of the sheet material, the at least three adhesive strips
integrally adhered to the inner-facing surface of the sheet
material.
2. The garment-attachable holder of claim 1 wherein the sheet
material forms a pocket when the inner-facing surface is attached
to a surface by applying pressure thereto.
3. The garment-attachable holder of claim 2 wherein a fourth edge
includes a reinforcement material adjacent thereto, the
reinforcement material integrally adhered to the inner-facing
surface of the sheet material.
4. A combination, comprising: a wearable item selected from the
group consisting of apparel, a shoe or a carrying bag, the wearable
item adapted to receive a garment-attachable holder, the garment
attachable holder consisting of: a piece of rectangular sheet
material defined by four edges and having an inner-facing surface
and an outer-facing surface; and at least three adhesive strips
adjacent first, second and third edges on the inner-facing surface
of the sheet material, the at least three adhesive strips
integrally adhered to the inner-facing surface of the sheet
material.
5. The combination of claim 4 wherein the sheet material forms a
pocket when the inner-facing surface is attached to a surface by
applying pressure thereto.
6. The combination of claim 5 wherein a fourth edge includes a
reinforcement material adjacent thereto, the reinforcement material
integrally adhered to the inner-facing surface of the sheet
material.
7. A method of carrying items on the inside of a garment,
comprising: removing a garment-attachable holder from protective
backing wherein the garment-attachable holder comprises: (i) a
piece of rectangular sheet material defined by four edges and
having an inner-facing surface and an outer-facing surface, and
(ii) at least three adhesive strips adjacent first, second and
third edges on the inner-facing surface of the sheet material, the
at least three adhesive strips integrally adhered to the
inner-facing surface of the sheet material; attaching the
garment-attachable holder to a surface; and placing one of an
identification card, a credit card or money bills therein.
8. The method of claim 7 wherein the sheet material forms a pocket
when the inner-facing surface is attached to a surface by applying
pressure thereto.
Description
CLAIM OF PRIORITY UNDER 35 U.S.C. .sctn.119
[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional
Application No. 61/301,321 entitled "Garment-Attachable Holder"
filed Feb. 4, 2010.
FIELD OF INVENTION
[0002] At least one feature pertains to removable holders for
personal effects.
BACKGROUND OF INVENTION
[0003] Many women and men prefer to socialize in bars, dance clubs
and similar establishments. As alcoholic beverages are sold at many
of these establishments, admission is often limited to those 21
years of age (at least in the United States). Because these
establishments can suffer severe legal consequences for allowing
minors (i.e., those under 21 years of age) into their
establishments where alcohol may be sold, these venues generally
require the showing of a valid identification verifying that the
person is over 21 years of age before entering the venue. The
process of verifying identification is often referred to as
"carding." As a result, those wishing to attend these types of
venues must carry an identification card for "carding" purposes
with them in the establishment at all time. Additionally, means to
pay for beverages, food, and other sundries, i.e., money or credit
cards, must also be carried if the person wishes to make these
purchases.
[0004] In these types of establishments, men generally carry these
items in pants pockets, either loosely or in a wallet. Women
generally carry these items in a purse. However, a purse can be
cumbersome and subject to being lost or stolen in these types of
establishments. Therefore, women often do not like to be burdened
with carrying a purse all night long in such establishments.
[0005] One method to avoid carrying a purse is to sew one into a
garment. This can be time consuming to sew onto every garment and
can often be seen from the exterior of the garment. Another method
is to wear a pouch strung around the neck and let it hang against
the body. Often, though, the string is visible around the neck and
can be cut, and the pouch may add significant bulk thereby
defeating the purpose of not carrying a purse. Another method is to
tape the items to the clothing or body, but that is only available
usually for one-time use and needs new tape if the user wants to
replace the item after using it. Further, sticking items like
credits cards or cash directly against the skin is uncomfortable,
unsanitary, and could make the skin perspire.
[0006] Consequently, a holder for an identification card, money,
credit card and other sundries which alleviates problems with prior
art holders and methods is needed.
SUMMARY OF INVENTION
[0007] A garment-attachable holder, comprising: (a) a piece of
rectangular sheet material defined by four edges and having an
inner-facing surface and an outer-facing surface; and (b) at least
three adhesive strips adjacent first, second and third edges on the
inner-facing surface of the sheet material, the at least three
adhesive strips integrally adhered to the inner-facing surface of
the sheet material is herein provided.
[0008] The sheet material may form a pocket when the inner-facing
surface is attached to a surface by applying pressure thereto. A
fourth edge may include a reinforcement material adjacent thereto,
the reinforcement material may be integrally adhered to the
inner-facing surface of the sheet material.
[0009] A combination, comprising: a wearable item selected from the
group consisting of apparel, a shoe or a carrying bag, the wearable
item adapted to receive a garment-attachable holder, the garment
attachable holder consisting of: (i) a piece of rectangular sheet
material defined by four edges and having an inner-facing surface
and an outer-facing surface; and (ii) at least three adhesive
strips adjacent first, second and third edges on the inner-facing
surface of the sheet material, the at least three adhesive strips
integrally adhered to the inner-facing surface of the sheet
material is herein provided. The sheet material may form a pocket
when the inner-facing surface is attached to a surface by applying
pressure thereto. A fourth edge may include a reinforcement
material adjacent thereto, the reinforcement material integrally
adhered to the inner-facing surface of the sheet material.
[0010] A method of carrying items on the inside of a garment,
comprising: (a) removing a garment-attachable holder from
protective backing wherein the garment-attachable holder comprises:
(i) a piece of rectangular sheet material defined by four edges and
having an inner-facing surface and an outer-facing surface, and
(ii) at least three adhesive strips adjacent first, second and
third edges on the inner-facing surface of the sheet material, the
at least three adhesive strips integrally adhered to the
inner-facing surface of the sheet material; (b) attaching the
garment-attachable holder to a surface; and (c) placing one of an
identification card, a credit card or money bills therein is herein
provided. The inner-facing surface may be attached to a surface by
applying pressure thereto.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0011] FIG. 1 illustrates a back view of a garment-attachable
holder according to an embodiment of the invention.
[0012] FIG. 2 illustrates of a plurality of garment-attachable
holders according to embodiments of the invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0013] The following detailed description is of the best currently
contemplated modes of carrying out the invention. The description
is not to be taken in a limiting sense, but is made merely for the
purpose of illustrating the general principles of the
invention.
[0014] Embodiments of the invention are directed to
garment-attachable holders for the temporary holding of personal
effects. In one embodiment, a garment-attachable holder is
comprised of a piece of rectangular sheet material having a first
surface and a second surface. The second surface may include
adhesive on various portions thereon. At least one edge of the
second surface may include a reinforcement.
[0015] FIG. 1 illustrates a back view of a garment-attachable
holder according to an embodiment of the invention.
Garment-attachable holder 100 may be a piece of rectangular sheet
material 102 having a first surface 104a, or outer-facing surface,
and a second surface 104b, or inner-facing surface; however, other
suitable geometric configurations are within the scope of the
invention. In one embodiment, garment-attachable holder 100 may be
about three and one-half (3.5) inches by four (4) inches in
width/length. In one embodiment, edges 102a, 102b, 102c and 102d
define the perimeter of sheet material 104. When garment-attachable
holder 100 is attached to a surface, a "pocket" is formed between
the surface and the inner-facing surface 104b (explained in more
detail below). In one embodiment, inner-facing surface 104b
includes a strip of reinforcement material 106 adjacent edge 102a.
In an alternative embodiment, a flap (not shown) on
garment-attachable holder 100 may be included to keep items in the
"pocket" extra secure.
[0016] In one embodiment, inner-facing surface 104b of sheet
material 102 includes natural or synthetic pressure-sensitive
adhesive material strips 108b, 108c and 108d adjacent edges 102b,
102c and 102d, respectively. The adhesive material may contain at
least an elastomer and a tackifier such as those known by one of
ordinary skill in the art. Sheet material 102 may be made of a
natural or synthetic material such as cotton, polyester or any
other suitable material. In any embodiment, the material should be
made from a material which will not irritate the skin of an average
person.
[0017] FIG. 2 illustrates a plurality of garment-attachable holders
according to embodiments of the invention. According to embodiments
of the invention, a garment-attached holder can be affixed to a
wearable item such as apparel, shoes or a carrying bag to form a
pocket when the inner-facing surface is attached to a surface by
applying pressure thereto.
[0018] According to embodiments of the invention, a
garment-attachable holder as previously described may be attachable
to any surface by removing the protective backing on the adhesive
strips and attaching the holder to the inside of the chosen surface
for a temporary amount of time. The surface may be the inside of a
garment, a boot, a bag or any other piece of outerwear or
innerwear. The "pocket" formed by attaching the holder to a garment
functions as a temporary storage "pocket" to hold a driver's
license or other identification card, a credit card(s), money, a
key and/or any other suitable item.
[0019] Advantageously, the reinforcement strip adjacent the opening
keeps the opening of the "pocket" rigid and free from fraying as
items are taken in and out of the "pocket." Generally, the
garment-attachable holder as previously described solves the
problem of not having pockets, or pockets in the right places, in
many items of women's (or men's) clothing. Additionally, the holder
provides a secret or secure place to store valuables, such as
credit cards and money. Additionally, the holder may be used to
store small medical devices, such as insulin-delivering machines,
that need to be kept close to the body.
[0020] While certain exemplary embodiments have been described and
shown in the accompanying drawings, it is to be understood that
such embodiments are merely illustrative of and not restrictive on
the broad invention, and that this invention is not to be limited
to the specific constructions and arrangements shown and described,
since various other modifications may occur to those ordinarily
skilled in the art.
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