Convertible multifunction covering

a multi-functional, convertible technology, applied in the field of convertible multi-functional coverings, can solve the problems of relatively complex process and difficulty in using these inventions, and achieve the effect of convenient carrying and simplifying the conversion process

Inactive Publication Date: 2010-05-20
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[0005]The present invention simplifies the conversion process. It is a covering that can, depending on whether a hole is cut in the center and a hood attached, be used as both a poncho, blanket, or ground cover and can be converted into not only a tote bag, but a stadium seat cushion as well. Unlike the prior art, the present invention solves the convertibility problem by using a conversion means comprised of one or more fastening flaps and one or more hanging pockets attached to one side of the covering in a “T” configuration, where the long axes of the one or more fastening flaps and the long axis of one or more hanging pockets a

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[0017]Turning to FIG. 1, the preferred embodiment of the invention consists of a rectangular hooded foldable covering 1, such as a hooded poncho, comprising an upper side 2, and lower side 3. Covering 1 has a hole 5 in the upper and lower sides of the covering, located substantially in the center with a diameter sufficient to allow a human head to pass through (typically 9″-16″). A hood 6 is sewn to the edge of hole 5. Drawstring 7 is contained in a channel 8 in hood 6 that allows the wearer of the poncho to pucker the opening of the hood, thereby sealing the edges against the wearer's face. Although the preferred embodiment is rectangular, coverings that are in other, non-rectangular shapes may also be used.

[0018]The covering in the preferred embodiment has a long axis and a short axis, two substantially parallel long edges and two substantially parallel short edges. The long axis of the covering in the preferred embodiment is longer than the short axis by a ratio of 2:1. The cover...

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Abstract

A covering, such as a blanket or a poncho, that is successively convertible into and from a stadium seat cushion and a tote bag, employs a conversion means comprised of at least one fastening flap and at least one hanging pocket. The fastening flaps wrap around the folded covering and hold the folded covering in the desired configuration, while the hanging pocket holds small items or beverages while the user is using the folded covering as a seat cushion. The method of folding the covering to convert it from a blanket or poncho into a seat cushion and a tote bag is also described.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]Not ApplicableSTATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not ApplicableBACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]The invention is a covering, such as a poncho or blanket (including a ground covering such as a picnic blanket) that can be reconfigured to serve as a seat cushion or a tote bag.[0004]There are blankets convertible to tote bags in the prior art, such as U.S. Pat. No. 5,103,515 to Bird; U.S. Pat. No. 3,976,113 to Kim; and U.S. Pat. Appl. Pub. US2008 / 0083066 to Linn, et. al. These inventions solve the convertibility problem by means of pockets in the blanket itself (see Bird); an elaborate system of zippers (see Kim); and pouches and elaborate methods of folding (see Linn). In these inventions, the conversion process is relatively complex, making use of these inventions somewhat difficult.BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[0005]The present invention simplifies the conversion process. It is a covering that can, depend...

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IPC IPC(8): A41D3/08B65D30/00A45F4/00
CPCA41D15/04A45F2004/026A45F4/12
Inventor WALL, WANDAREID, LISA S.
Owner WALL WANDA
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