hand towel

Abstract

This handkerchief is designed to prevent items stored inside the pocket from falling out, even when the handkerchief is opened. [Solution] The hand towel 10 is made of a single rectangular piece of cloth 1 that can be folded into four sides for use. Two of these four sides, which are diagonally opposite each other, are provided with pockets 2 and 3. The pockets 2 and 3 have openings 6 and 7 that face each other along the opposing direction. Cooling packs 101 and 102 can be stored in the openings 6 and 7.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a towel that can be used by folding a single square cloth into four sides.

Background Art

[0002] A number of proposals have been made so far to attach a pocket for storing small items or the like to a handkerchief (abbreviation for handkerchief), which is an example of a towel. For example, in the following documents, there is disclosed a handkerchief that is used by folding a single cloth into a plurality of equal surfaces, and at least one of the plurality of surfaces is provided with a pocket having an entrance in the direction of the fold.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] In such a pocket 4 of the handkerchief, a heat insulating material or a cold insulating agent is stored as necessary through an entrance 5. However, when the handkerchief is opened, the heat insulating material or the cold insulating agent may jump out from the entrance 5 of the pocket 4.

[0005] Therefore, in view of the above problems, an object of the present invention is to provide a towel that can suppress the contents stored inside the pocket from jumping out even when the towel, taking a handkerchief as an example, is opened.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] A hand towel according to one aspect of the present invention is a rectangular piece of cloth that can be folded into four sides for use, and is characterized in that each of the two diagonally opposite sides of the four sides is provided with a pair of pockets having openings facing each other.

[0007] According to the present invention, even when the handkerchief is opened, it is possible to prevent items stored inside the pocket from falling out. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] This figure shows a hand towel according to the first embodiment of the present invention, where (a) is a plan view, (b) is a view taken along arrow AA in (a), and (c) shows the hand towel with a cooling pack placed in the pocket. [Figure 2] This figure shows a modified hand towel according to the first embodiment of the present invention, where (a) is a plan view showing a part of the covering portion inside the pocket, and (b) is a diagram showing a part of the covering portion outside the pocket. [Figure 3] This figure shows a hand towel according to a second embodiment of the present invention, where (a) is a plan view, (b) is a view taken along arrow BB in (a), and (c) shows the hand towel with a cooling pack placed in the pocket. [Figure 4] This figure shows a modified hand towel according to a second embodiment of the present invention, where (a) is a plan view showing a part of the covering portion inside the pocket, and (b) is a diagram showing a part of the covering portion outside the pocket. [Figure 5] This figure shows a hand towel according to a third embodiment of the present invention, where (a) is a plan view and (b) is a diagram showing a state in which a cooling pack is placed in the pocket. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0009] <First Embodiment> The hand towel 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to Figure 1. Figure 1 shows the hand towel 10 schematically.

[0010] As shown in Figure 1, the hand towel 10 of this embodiment has a piece of cloth 1 and pockets 2 and 3.

[0011] Cloth 1 is a rectangular piece of cloth that can be folded into four sections along folds 1A and 1B for use, and the type of fabric can be anything. For example, towel fabric or a soft-touch fabric (sheared fabric) is preferred, but fabrics that do not fray easily (e.g., pile fabric), mesh fabric, silk fabric, or synthetic fiber fabric may also be used.

[0012] Pockets 2 and 3 are provided on one side of the cloth 1, with openings 6 and 7 facing each other in the direction of the two diagonally opposite surfaces out of the four surfaces mentioned above. The fabric of pockets 2 and 3 can be anything. For example, mesh fabric is preferred, but fabrics that do not fray easily (e.g., pile fabric), towel fabric, silk fabric, cotton fabric, synthetic fiber fabric, or soft-touch fabric (sheared fabric) may also be used. If pockets 2 and 3 are made of water-repellent fabric (such as polyester, nylon, fluororesin, etc., or fabrics with a water-repellent finish on the surface or material), then after wiping wet hands with the part of the hand towel 10 other than pockets 2 and 3, folding it into quarters with the wet part facing inward will prevent moisture from seeping out even if condensation forms on the wet part on the inside. Furthermore, each of pockets 2 and 3 has a circumference smaller than the outer circumference of one of the four surfaces mentioned above, and the portion excluding the openings 6 and 7 is sewn to the fabric 1 with thread along the outer circumference of one surface. Specifically, the outer edge 2A of pocket 2 (excluding opening 6) and the outer edge 3A of pocket 3 (excluding opening 7), which are formed by folding back the edges of the fabric that forms pockets 2 and 3 (excluding openings 6 and 7), are sewn to the fabric 1 with a so-called running stitch. As a result, as shown in Figure 1(b), the opening 6 is slightly raised from the surface of the fabric 1, making it easy to slide an object into the pocket 2 from the opening 6. The same applies to opening 7, although it is not shown. Note that the above-mentioned running stitch may be a so-called zigzag stitch. These sewn portions are shown as sewn portions 4 and 5 in Figures 1(a) and (c). Figure 1(c) also shows the state in which the ice packs 101 and 102 are stored in pockets 2 and 3, respectively, via openings 6 and 7.

[0013] The stitched sections 4 and 5 are formed in a position that does not overlap with the connection points (folds 1A and 1B) between the four surfaces mentioned above. This makes it easier to fold the hand towel 10 when folded along the folds 1A and 1B, as the thickness of the stitched sections 4 and 5 does not get in the way. The stitching method for the stitched sections 4 and 5 is a running stitch, but a zigzag stitch may also be used.

[0014] As explained above, with the handbag 10 of this embodiment, the openings 6 and 7 of pockets 2 and 3 are located opposite each other on the diagonal of the fabric 1, so that items stored in pockets 2 and 3 are less likely to fall out (fall out). Also, when the handbag 10 is folded in half, pockets 2 and 3 do not overlap, so even if items are placed in pockets 2 and 3, the thickness of the handbag 10 after being folded into quarters can be suppressed, making it easy to carry.

[0015] Furthermore, the parts of the hand towel 10 other than pockets 2 and 3 can retain their original function of wiping hands. In addition, the hand towel 10 can be used reversibly, with one side lacking pockets 2 and 3 and the other side excluding pockets 2 and 3.

[0016] <Modified form of the first embodiment> Hereinafter, a modified hand width 20 according to the first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to Figure 2. In this modified example, parts with the same last digit as those in the first embodiment are the same as those in the first embodiment, and therefore their description may be omitted. Also, in this modified example, parts that are not specifically described are the same as those in the first embodiment, and therefore their description and illustration may be omitted.

[0017] The modified hand towel 20 differs from the first embodiment mainly in that the cloth 11 has covering portions 18 and 19 that can cover the openings 16 and 17 of the pockets 12 and 13, respectively.

[0018] The covering parts 18 and 19 are provided so as to face each other between the entrances and exits 16 and 17 of the pockets 12 and 13 respectively, and are sewn to the cloth 11. The covering parts 18 and 19 are made of cloth, and the type of fabric can be any kind. For example, the fabric is preferably a fabric that is not easily frayed (for example, a pile fabric), but a mesh fabric, a towel fabric, a fabric made of silk, a fabric made of cotton, a fabric made of synthetic fiber, a fabric with a good texture (a shirring fabric), etc. may also be used. Also, the portions where the covering parts 18 and 19 are sewn to the cloth 11 are shown as sewing parts 18A and 19A in FIGS. 2(a) and (b). Further, the sewing parts 18A and 19A are formed at positions that do not overlap the folds 11A and 11B. Thereby, when the towel 20 is folded into four surfaces along the folds 11A and 11B for use, the thickness of the sewing parts 18A and 19A is less likely to be in the way, and it becomes easy to fold. Also, the covering parts 18 and 19 are preferably a single piece of non-fraying fabric with the edges not turned back, and the sewing method of the sewing parts 18A and 19A may be a wave stitch, but is preferably a so-called zigzag stitch. By performing a zigzag stitch at the positions of the sewing parts 18A and 19A, when the towel 20 is folded into four, not only can the thickness at the fold portion and the center portion be suppressed compared to the case where a zigzag stitch is not performed, but also the fraying of the sewn thread itself can be prevented compared to the case of a wave stitch. In addition, when the sewing method of the sewing parts 18A and 19A is a wave stitch, it is desirable to use a non-fraying fabric.

[0019] Also, FIG. 2(a) shows a state where a part of the covering parts 18 and 19 is stored inside the pockets 12 and 13, and FIG. 2(b) shows a state where a part of the covering parts 18 and 19 is taken out of the pockets 12 and 13.

[0020] According to the towel 20 according to this modification, not only does it exhibit the same effects as the first embodiment, but as shown in FIG. 2(b), by covering the entrances and exits 16 and 17 of the pockets 12 and 13 with a part of the covering parts 18 and 19, when storing a cold insulating agent, small items, etc., it can be made less likely to fall out (less likely to pop out) than the first embodiment.

[0021] <Second Embodiment> Hereinafter, the towel 30 according to the second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 3. In this modification, the parts having the same lower digit as the first embodiment are the same as the parts of the first embodiment, so the description may be omitted. Also, in this modification, the parts not particularly described are the same as those of the first embodiment, so the description and illustration may be omitted.

[0022] The towel 30 according to this modification is mainly different from the first embodiment in that it includes substantially heart-shaped pockets 22 and 23. Note that reference numerals 103 and 104 are cold insulating agents.

[0023] The entrances and exits 26 and 27 of the pockets 22 and 23 are formed in a shape in which two arcs are continuous.

[0024] According to the towel 20 according to this modification, not only the same effects as those of the first embodiment are achieved, but also the design is excellent.

[0025] <Modification of the Second Embodiment> Hereinafter, the towel 40 according to the modification of the second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 4. In this modification, the parts having the same lower digit as the first embodiment are the same as the parts of the first embodiment, so the description may be omitted. Also, in this modification, the parts not particularly described are the same as those of the first embodiment, so the description and illustration may be omitted.

[0026] The towel 40 according to this modification is mainly different from the first embodiment in that covering portions 38 and 39 capable of covering the entrances and exits 36 and 37 of the pockets 32 and 33 are provided on the cloth 31.

[0027] The covering portions 38 and 39 are positioned opposite each other between the openings 36 and 37 of the pockets 32 and 33, respectively, and are sewn to the fabric 31. The covering portions 38 and 39 are made of fabric, and the type of fabric can be anything. For example, a fabric that does not fray easily (for example, pile fabric) is preferred, but mesh fabric, towel fabric, silk fabric, cotton fabric, synthetic fiber fabric, or a fabric that feels good against the skin (sheared fabric) is also acceptable. The parts where the covering portions 38 and 39 are sewn to the fabric 31 are shown as sewing portions 38A and 39A in Figures 4(a) and (b). Furthermore, it is preferable that the sewing method for sewing portions 38A and 39A is a so-called zigzag stitch. This makes it possible to suppress the thickness of the hand width 40 after folding compared to when zigzag stitching is not used.

[0028] Furthermore, Figure 4(a) shows a state in which part of the covering portion 38 and 39 is stored inside the pockets 32 and 33, and Figure 4(b) shows a state in which part of the covering portion 38 and 39 is exposed outside the pockets 32 and 33. In the state shown in Figure 4(b), when ice packs, small items, etc. are stored in the pockets 32 and 33, they are less likely to fall out (fall out) than in the second embodiment.

[0029] According to the modified hand cloth 40, not only is it possible to achieve the same effects as in the second embodiment, but by covering the openings 36 and 37 of the pockets 32 and 33 with a part of the covering portion 38 and 39, when storing ice packs, small items, etc., it is possible to make them less likely to fall out (less likely to fall out) than in the second embodiment.

[0030] <Third Embodiment> Hereinafter, the hand width 50 according to the second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to Figure 5. In this modified example, parts whose last digit of the reference numeral is the same as those in the first embodiment are the same as those in the first embodiment, and therefore their description may be omitted. Also, in this modified example, parts that are not specifically described are the same as those in the first embodiment, and therefore their description and illustration may be omitted.

[0031] The hand towel 50 in this modified example differs from the first embodiment mainly in that it has pockets 42 and 43 that are shaped like ribbons. Reference numerals 105 and 106 indicate cooling packs.

[0032] The hand towel 50 according to this modified example not only achieves the same effects as the first embodiment, but also offers superior design.

[0033] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above, these are merely illustrative examples and do not particularly limit the present invention. Specific configurations and other aspects can be modified as appropriate. Furthermore, the actions and effects described in the embodiments of the invention are merely a list of the most preferred actions and effects resulting from the present invention, and the actions and effects according to the present invention are not limited to those described in the embodiments.

[0034] The hand towels in each of the above embodiments and modifications can be used on both sides and are therefore reversible. Furthermore, the hand towels in each of the above embodiments and modifications can hold various small items. [Explanation of symbols]

[0035] 1, 11, 21, 31, 41 cloth 1A, 1B, 11A, 11B, 21A, 21B, 31A, 31B, 41A, 41B fold 2, 3, 12, 13, 22, 23, 32, 33, 42, 43 pockets 2A, 3A, 12A, 13A, 22A, 23A, 32A, 33A Outer edge 4, 5, 14, 15, 18A, 19A, 24, 25, 34, 35, 38A, 39A, 44, 45 Sewing part 6, 7, 16, 17, 26, 27, 36, 37, 46, 47 entrance / exit 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 hand towels 18, 19, 38, 39 Covering part 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106 Cooling packs

Claims

1. A hand towel that can be used by folding a single rectangular piece of cloth into four sides, A hand towel characterized in that each of the four surfaces that are diagonally opposite to each other has a pair of pockets with openings facing opposite directions.

2. The hand towel according to claim 1, characterized in that it is provided with a covering portion capable of covering each of the openings of the aforementioned pockets.

3. The hand towel according to claim 2, characterized in that at least a portion of the covering portion on the side of the entrance can be stored inside the pocket through the entrance.

4. Each of the aforementioned pockets has a circumference smaller than the outer circumference of one of the four surfaces, and the portion other than the opening is sewn to the fabric along the outer circumference of the one surface with thread. The hand towel according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the stitching is done in a position that does not overlap with the connecting portion of the four surfaces.

5. The hand towel according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the pocket is made of a water-repellent fabric.

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