Device for carrying bags without the use of hands

Abstract

A bag carrying device that allows an individual to carry multiple retail store style plastic bags and/or any other type of bags with handles so the bags can be carried hands-free to allow a person to use keys or carry other items with their hands without dropping the bags. It is preferably made of light weight plastic and comfortably fits over the individual's shoulder. The “U” shape conforms to or rests on the shoulder with each side running down to form a generally V-shaped or J-shaped hook where the bags are seated. The bags are secured with a button extending from each leg that engages a slotted aperture within the end of the V-shaped or J-shaped hook. The part that drapes over the shoulder can include a cushion portion attached to it for comfort.

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RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11 / 830,094 filed Jul. 30, 2007.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The invention relates to a bag carrying device that allows an individual to carry multiple retail store bags or any other types of bags with handles from a store to a car or from a car to a residence or any instance where multiple bags need to be carried from one location to another, and in particular, this invention relates to a carrying device used to carry and contain multiple bags without the use of hands.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]In North America and much of the world, plastic bags have become one of the most popular types of bag used to carry merchandise. For example, when groceries are packed into the bags, there are usually more than one bag to carry, and they become difficult and awkward to handle. A light weight comfortable device that can be draped over the shoulder will allow a customer to carry multiple...

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Benefits of technology

[0009]The present invention is provides for a carrying device that facilitates the carrying of multiple bags commonly found in supermarkets, discount stores, drug stores, or any other industry using plastic bags or bags with handles. The invention allows a customer to carry multiple bags without using their hands eliminating the awkwardness of using the fingers, hands, and forearms. The device drapes over the shoulder leaving the hands free for other functions like manipulating a set of keys, carrying children, leading pets, etc. The inventive device will keep the bags grouped together and organized, allowing the customer to easily carry them, load them into the automobile, transport them in the automobile, and unload the bags when leaving the automobile. It is lightweight and can be easily stored in the car or elsewhere when not in use. The foregoing can be accomplished by providing a carrying device that is lightweight with an optional comfortable cushion for comfortable draping over the shoulder. The device also contains generally V-shaped or J-shaped hooks and fastening devices such as slider clips or buttons extending from the strap portion, which engage with a keyhole shaped slot or aperture, to secure commonly used plastic bags and other types of bags with handles. In the context of the invention, generally “V-shaped” or generally “J-shaped” are synonymous in that the lower ends of the side legs of the U-shaped device have appendages that turn or bend and extend upwardly to form a hook portion to capture

Problems solved by technology

For example, when groceries are packed into the bags, there are usually more than one bag to carry, and they become difficult and awkward to handle.

A problem associated with this prior art is having to balance an equal number of bags on each support arm to insure proper balance.

A problem associated with this prior art device is the time consuming task of attaching each bag to a separate hook and then removing each bag from a

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