Combination gift wrap storage organizer and wrapping table

Abstract

A protective structure, wherein interior compartments are formed to enable retention of a variety of items, wherein frequently utilized items are accessible while the structure remains essentially closed, wherein adjustable supports enable utilization of an exterior surface of the structure as a work surface from a standing or seated position, and wherein the structure is particularly suited for organizing gift wrapping supplies within a sturdy, yet lightweight container, wherein the exterior container surface facilitates access to supplies during use, in addition to acting as a wrapping table / work surface.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD [0001] The present invention relates generally to storage organizers and, more specifically, to a device for storing and organizing goods within a container, wherein internal compartments enable organized storage of a variety of goods, dispensers facilitate access thereto, and wherein the container has adjustable leg supports and a work surface, thereby enabling conversion for use as a work table. The present invention is particularly useful for, although not strictly limited to, utilization for storing and organizing gift wrap, wherein compartments are dimensioned to receive wrapping supplies, such as scissors, bows, cards, gift tags, folded paper, rolled paper, tape, and the like, wherein collapsible legs enable conversion to a standard height wrapping table, and wherein dispensers in the container enable access to pop-up tape, ribbon, roll paper, and the like, during use as a wrapping table. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Most individuals enjoy giving gifts to...

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Benefits of technology

[0013] A feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to enable a user to quickly and easily access stored materials.

[0014] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to serve as a work table and to concurrently store wrapping supplies.

[0015] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to store bows, florals, and other decorative accessories not suitable for placement in a crushable receptacle.

[0016] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to provide individuals with an easily accessible means of preserving gift wrapping supplies for maximum utilization thereof.

[0017] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to be utilized as an adjustable height work surface while also facilitating storage of goods.

[0018] Still another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to be utilized at a preferred adjustable height by individuals confined to a wheelchair.

Problems solved by technology

Moreover, holidays traditionally involving gift exchanges, such as Christmas and Hanukah, often result in the wrapping of large numbers of presents over a relatively short period of time.

Unfortunately, organization of wraps and wrapping supplies can be frustrating.

Many components, such as three-dimensional bows, florals and / or other package decorations are difficult to store.

Further, the size of rolled gift wrap prohibits storage in most traditional home storage receptacles.

As a result, most households likely contain boxes, bags or otherwise unsorted accumulations of original product packaging, wherein loss due to damage during storage can be prohibitive and the inability to locate desired wrapping materials can disadvantageously necessitate the re-purchase of wrapping supplies at the time of need.

Additionally, even after assembling the necessary materials, work space constraints in the average home can inhibit an individual's ability to locate a free work surface for wrapping.

Desks and countertops are often too cluttered.

However, many times the gift wrapper is simply forced to take to the floor, wherein less than desirable cleanliness can be a problem, in addition to interruption from pets and small children.

Unfortunately, three-dimensional bows and other decorative accessories are oftentimes crushed in such organizers during hanging storage within potentially, and maybe even typically, cramped closets.

Further, support for such a hanging organizer is likely to be disadvantageously limited in the area surrounding typical wrapping work surfaces, such as the dining room or kitchen table, thereby limiting convenient access to supplies during the wrapping experience.

Cardboard boxes can be disadvantageous because they are especially susceptible to degradation and can fail to provide reliable protection for their contents.

Unfortunately, none of the known receptacles offer any other benefit or serve any other purpose other than storage.

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