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Bag with writing surface

a writing surface and bag technology, applied in the field of bags, can solve the problems of owner of the backpack, popular loss of interest, and limited amount of self-expression of the prior art backpack

Inactive Publication Date: 2009-12-03
MCKINNEY KELYE A +1
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[0013]Another object of the present invention is to provide a backpa

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However, prior art backpacks only allow a limited amount of such self-expression.
Often decorations which are initially considered to be popular lose their interest over time for the owner of the backpack and friends of the owner.
However, the fixed nature of the display material on the backpack leaves the owner of the backpack potentially stuck with the original decorations.
While the decorations might be initially considered to be desirable to the owner, over time the decorations can have a tendency to become less desirable as the decorations utilized become less popular or the owner of the lunch box merely loses interest in the decorations.
A common deficiency of all such bag decorations is their static nature.
When insufficient space is provided for such an artistic outlet, the potential for vandalism in the form of graffiti and undesirable tagging of public property can result.

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[0020]Referring to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals represent like parts throughout the various drawing figures, reference numeral 10 is directed to a bag (FIGS. 1-3) that is shown as a backpack in this most preferred embodiment. It is understood that bags 10 of other configurations are also contemplated within the scope of this invention, such as lunch boxes, luggage, handbags, briefcases, satchels, purses, beach bags, duffel bags and other bags. The bag 10 is configured so that writing in the form of text T or graphics G can be applied to an outer writing panel 50 for provision of a medium for artistic expression and a redecoratable component to the bag 10.

[0021]In essence, and with particular reference to FIG. 3, details of the bag 10 are described, according to this preferred embodiment. The bag 10 includes an exterior and an interior with straps 12 defining a preferred form of carrier implement. The straps 12 are positioned opposite a rear wall 18 largely defined b...

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Abstract

The bag includes a carrier implement such as straps for a backpack, at least one interior compartment and an outer panel defining a portion of an exterior of the bag. This outer panel is formed of a material which can receive ink in a removably attachable fashion, such that the outer panel can be decorated with a writing implement and decorations can be removed and modified. In one embodiment the outer panel is formed of patent leather with the writing implement in the form of a dry erase marker. A backing panel is provided inboard of the outer panel to add rigidity to the outer panel and facilitate writing thereon. Stitching around a perimeter of the outer panel joins the outer panel to the backing panel, as well as an inner liner to hold the outer panel securely in place.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims benefit under Title 35, United States Code §119(e) of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 965,813 filed on Aug. 23, 2007.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The following invention relates to bags, such as backpacks carried over the shoulders of an individual. More particularly, this invention relates to backpacks and other bags which include a writing surface thereon which facilitates adjustable decoration on the writing surface.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Kids are often required to carry their belongings in backpacks in various group settings, such as carrying textbooks when at school. The backpacks provide an opportunity for the kids to practice self-expression. However, prior art backpacks only allow a limited amount of such self-expression. For instance, exterior surfaces of the backpack will often be provided in a variety of different colors and with materials having a variety of different patterns, and potentia...

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IPC IPC(8): A45C15/00A45F4/02A45C13/30A45F3/00
CPCA45C13/08A45C15/02A45C2200/10B43L1/00A45F3/042B43K23/001A45F3/04
Inventor MCKINNEY, KELYE A.MULLIGAN, JAMES E.
Owner MCKINNEY KELYE A