Kit for creating a miniature replica of a dispensing appliance

Abstract

A miniature replica kit resembles a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance. A curable resin is contained within a resin container. A resin dispensing appliance is a miniature replica of the full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance. The resin dispensing appliance includes a resin receptacle in fluidic communication with a manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the resin receptacle. The curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle. The curable resin is configured to be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by an end user.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] This continuation-in-part application claims priority to provisional application 63 / 741,006 filed on Dec. 31, 2024.

[0002] This application is also a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 18 / 461,896 filed on Sep. 6, 2023.

[0003] This application is also a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 19 / 307,900 filed on Aug. 22, 2025; which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 18 / 899,254 filed on Sep. 27, 2024; which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 18 / 647,907 filed Apr. 26, 2024 (now U.S. Pat. No. 12,172,100 issued Dec. 24, 2024); which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 18 / 510,921 filed Nov. 16, 2023 (now U.S. Pat. No. 11,969,667 issued Apr. 30, 2024); which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 18 / 461,913 filed Sep. 6, 2023 (now U.S. Pat. No. 11,850,533 issued Dec. 26, 2023).

[0004] Application Ser. No. 19 / 307,900 is also a continuation of application Ser. No. 18 / 461,896 filed on Sep. 6, 2023.

[0005] The entire contents of all the applications described above are fully incorporated herein with these references.DESCRIPTIONField of the Invention

[0006] The present invention generally relates to miniature replica kits for children's play. More specifically, the present invention relates to a kit for creating a miniature replica of an appliance, a spa, a lifestyle or a molding experience.Background of the Invention

[0007] Do-It-Yourself (DIY) toys and collectibles are frequently used to construct models of real-life objects or toys. Many of these toys utilize curable resins in conjunction with a mold that is designed to expel the cured resin to produce the finished toy or component. The resin is therefore designed to be separated from the underlying mold and does not adhere to the underlying mold, limiting designs which may rely on a composite of curable and non-curable solid elements.

[0008] Additionally, physical limitations associated with resins and the curing process prevent the creation of certain types of objects. Whether the resin is heat cured or cured via other means, such as ultraviolet light, direct exposure to the curing catalyst is required to set the resin. As a result, molds and molding surfaces are designed in a largely flat shape to enable exposure of the surface area of the resin to heat or light and cure the resin. Additionally, in the case of heat cured resins, an oven or other heating device is required, which can introduce safety risks to users.

[0009] There are currently no DIY toys or collectibles that enable construction of sophisticated models of objects that utilize a composite of both cured elements and non-cured elements. Accordingly, improvements are needed in systems and kits for DIY creation of sophisticated models and collectibles in a variety of shapes.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0010] Reference is now made to provisional application 63 / 741,006 filed on Dec. 31, 2024, which is incorporated in full by this reference. The figures described herein below are now in regard to the '006 provisional application and relate to MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini line of products. It is understood by those skilled in the art that teachings and / or features from one product line may be incorporated into a different product line, as the teachings and / or features are not limited specifically to the individual product lines being described herein. Generally, the products disclosed herein are not suitable for kids under 8 years of age and adult supervision is required. Additionally, all ingredients, resin and parts described herein are not edible.Appliances (FIGS. 1-67):

[0011] The various embodiments of this line of products are referred to herein as the “appliances” product line. The packaging of this embodiment of the present invention resembles a ball, which can be described as spherically shaped. Inside the packaging ball are various components that make up a miniature kit that can be played with by the customer. The packaging ball is comprised of two plastic halves that each form a half of the ball shape. For mass production plastic (i.e., polymer) is the material of choice for the packaging ball, but those skilled in the art understand that the plastic could be replaced with metal, composites, polymers or various combinations thereof. Each half of the ball is configured to attach to the other half of the ball thereby securing a plurality of items inside the packaging ball. In this embodiment the halves are configured to snap together with an interference fit using an annular snap ring on one half and corresponding annular channel on the other half but could be designed to screw together utilizing a male and female threaded engagement feature.

[0012] The packaging ball may have at least one flat spot configured to prevent the packaging ball from rolling away. This particular embodiment has two flat spots oppositely disposed, one flat spot for each half of the ball that is centered about the semi-sphere. Therefore, each half of the ball may be opened and placed upon a flat surface without the balls rolling away. The flat spots are large enough to prevent the ball halves from rolling away but do not significantly reduce the volumetric capacity of the packaging ball. In this embodiment, the distance between the flat spots is about 4 inches whereas the diameter of the packaging orb is 4.5 inches. It is understood by those skilled in the art that different sizes of packaging balls may be created, as these particular dimensions are not intended to limit the disclosure of this invention.

[0013] A shrink wrap cover with various branding and graphics is on the outside of the packaging ball and keeps two halves of the ball from separating apart during shipment and display to the customer. The shrink wrap covering is comprised of two cylindrical portions disposed perpendicular to another one and shrunk to match the ball shape, such that the two shrink wrap coverings fully enclose the packaging ball. The second shrink wrap covering partially overlaps the first shrink wrap covering. In this embodiment, the first shrink wrap covering directly abutting the packaging ball is disposed fully around the separation line of the two halves of the plastic packaging ball. It is understood by those skilled in the art that the first shrink wrap covering may be disposed 90 degrees from its current position and thereafter the second shrink wrap covering disposed perpendicular to the first shrink wrap covering. Either of the shrink wrap coverings may include an indicia as to the packaging balls contents. For example, in this embodiment, the first shrink wrap covering may have the indicia “Boba”, “Espresso”, “Juice”, or “Soda” to indicate the particular theme of the contents. A customer may then view at least part of the first or second shrink wraps and determine whether they want to purchase that particular product as they know the contents inside. Even when a particular ball has a specific indicia indicating its physical contents, the colors of these objects may still be unknown such that a customer can then be surprised as to the colors of the various components inside the packaging ball.

[0014] Currently, there are four different physical embodiments that are packaged into the ball, which as previously mentioned are the boba, espresso, juice and soda embodiments. It is understood by those skilled in the art that other embodiments are possible as these four examples are currently the embodiments being marketed and sold in the marketplace at this time. Each embodiment has an appliance component that is a miniature replica of an actual appliance used in restaurants and the like. As best seen in FIG. 2, at the top of the picture there are two colors of a soda dispensing appliance. In the middle level on the left there are two colors of a juice dispensing appliance. In the middle level on the right there are two colors of a boba dispensing appliance. On the lower level there are two colors of an espresso dispensing machine.

[0015] A commonality among all the appliance products is that each kit comes a resin in a bottle that can be dispensed and then cured under UV (ultraviolet) light. The UV-curable resin is packaged in a bottle that is made from an opaque material to prevent UV light penetrating during shipping and handling from prematurely curing the resin inside the resin bottle. Here, the bottle is black in color and then a shrink wrap with graphics and information is disposed overtop. The bottle has a top that can be screwed off. The bottle top could also configured with a friction fit or other means of attachment.

[0016] In previous similar products, the resin would cure under a light having a wavelength of 395 nanometers. Now, the resin is configured to cure under light having a wavelength of 365 nanometers. Ultraviolet radiation, also known as simply UV light, is electromagnetic radiation of wavelengths of 10-400 nanometers, shorter than that of visible light, but longer than X-rays.

[0017] When the resin bottle is opened, the bottle can then be placed inside at least one of the resin dispensing appliances. The resin dispensing appliance has a removable inner liner that comes into contact with the resin. The removable liner aids in cleaning the resin from the dispenser once dispensing the resin is finished. The liner is made from a non-stick plastic, such as polypropylene or the like. Furthermore, each resin dispensing appliance has a manually actuated valve that be opened or closed by the customer. For example, the resin dispenser can include a translatable valve that is biased with a spring into the closed valve position, such as is done with the juice, boba and soda resin dispensing appliances. When a customer presses a button attached to the valve, the valve will be opened and resin can then flow therethrough. The resin dispensing appliance may also have a rotatable valve that can be rotated opened or closed as is done with the espresso resin dispensing appliance.

[0018] During development of the product, once the bottle was placed opened and upside down inside its associated resin dispensing appliance, the resin's viscosity was too low such that securing the bottle directly upside down resulted in too fast of a flow rate for use by the customer. To slow the flow rate through the resin dispensing appliance, the appliance is configured to secure the resin bottle upside down but at an angle that is not perpendicular to the ground. For example, the resin bottle is tilted anywhere from 5 to 45 degrees from straight up and down, i.e., from a vertical position. The more the resin bottle is tilted, the slower the flow rate will be. In the embodiments shown herein the bottle is tilted about 30 degrees from straight up and down when upside down. Furthermore, to slow the flow of resin the valve that is being opened can be configured to be partially opened and not fully opened as is shown in FIGS. 50 and 51, with FIG. 51 showing the valve button being fully depressed where the valve is not fully opened. In this manner the valving, bottle tilt and viscosity of the resin all work together to achieve the desired flow rate for the customer.

[0019] Inside each packaging ball are three main packaging subassemblies and other various inserts such as an instruction pamphlet and / or various other flat inserts, such as paper coasters, stickers and the like. To fit within the packaging ball, each packaging subassembly has a circular-shaped perimeter that is configured to fit inside the packaging ball. Thus, the circular shape can be understood as extending in the X-Y plane. Each subassembly then has volume in the Z direction while still fitting within the outer constraints of the spherically shaped packaging ball. It is noted that the volume in the Z direction may extend from just one side or extend in the Z direction on both sides such that volume is created in the positive and negative Z direction.

[0020] There is a middle-disposed packaging subassembly that generally resides within the middle / center of the packaging ball and therefore has the largest perimeter / diameter. On each side of the middle-disposed packaging subassembly is a top (i.e., first) and a bottom (i.e., second) package subassembly. It is understood that the terms “top” and “bottom” are relative to the orientation of the packaging ball, such that the top may be the bottom or the bottom may be the top. Thus, one may simply view the top and bottom package subassembly as simply being on either side of the middle-disposed packaging subassembly.

[0021] As shown in FIGS. 46-47, the circular-shaped, middle-disposed, appliance package subassembly may have a white plastic bottom and a clear plastic top containing the relative appliance(s) and their associated parts. The appliances are generally the largest parts within the kit, such that it being disposed at the middle / center of the ball allows the best packaging for the product. The appliance may be one appliance, two separate appliances or one appliance with two dispensing chambers and associated parts. For example, the espresso product may contain just one resin dispensing appliance. FIG. 46 shows the appliance and its associated parts packaged within the circular-shaped, middle disposed, appliance package subassembly. FIG. 47 shows the various parts removed from the white plastic bottom and clear plastic top. Now one can see that each dispensing appliance has an attachable bottom stand, a lid and the resin dispensing appliance has a removable liner.

[0022] As best seen in FIGS. 48 and 49, the juice product may contain two dispensing appliances that are removably connectable with a dovetail protrusion and an associated dovetail recess. This allows the two dispensing appliances to be either locked together or placed separate from one another. In fact, a series of appliances may be attached in this manner. Alternatively, the soda product may have one appliance that includes two chambers each with their own manually actuatable valves. Due to the volume requirements of the relatively large appliances of the middle-disposed package subassembly, volume in both the positive and negative Z direction is utilized. In other words, the appliance package subassembly extends in both Z axis directions.

[0023] The circular-shaped, top package subassembly may have a white plastic bottom and a removable sealed top (i.e., paper or plastic seal) that contains the dispensing material as is seen in FIGS. 19-20 on the left in the blue color. The dispensing material may include the resin and / or also an additive. The resin and additive may be separately packaged. The additive may be miniature replicas of beverage ingredients, such as ice cubes, boba balls or crushed ice that can be dispensed through an appliance or added by hand. It is known to those skilled in the art that other additives are possible, as these embodiments are not limited to the precise forms taught herein.

[0024] The circular-shaped, bottom package subassembly may also have a white plastic bottom and a removable sealed top (i.e., paper or plastic seal) that contains the miniature cups and their associated parts, such as lids, carriers, tops, toppings and the like as is seen in FIGS. 19-20 on the right in the pink color. Various types of cups, lids, straws, drink carriers and the like may be packaged therein. Again, it is known to those skilled in the art that other miniature parts are possible, as these embodiments are not limited to the precise forms taught herein

[0025] It is also worth noting that the top and bottom package subassembly is generally flat along the removable sealed top. The depth of the product contained therein extends in the Z direction only within the depth of the white plastic bottom. In other words, one side is flat and the other side is not flat. This allows conformity among all the product lines such any reconfiguration is possible. In other words, the space utilized within each packaging ball is the same such that different packaging subassemblies could be devised or exchanged with another and the overall packaging configurations would still work as designed.

[0026] FIGS. 21 and 22 show the instructional pamphlet that details how to use the product and the various offerings of different embodiments of the product.

[0027] FIGS. 54 and 55 show the boba sticker dispensing appliance that is associated with the resin dispensing appliance. This design is quite unique in that when a customer pulls on the clear rolled plastic film, stickers are dispensed on the other side of the appliance such that the stickers are manipulated to easily extend from the clear rolled plastic film. This is achieved by manipulating the clear plastic film through a series of turns (i.e., curvatures) such that the sticker is configured to come off in an easy manner. The plastic film along the roll can be viewed as a first curvature of the film. Then, the white extension that partially extends slightly less than halfway across the film creates a second curvature of the film. Finally, the gray bar extending all the way across the appliance creates a third curvature of the film. In this manner the circular stickers do not stick along the third curvature of the film and extend outwardly and thus are easy to take off and apply to the lids of the boba containers.

[0028] FIGS. 56-61 show how the valve of the espresso resin dispensing appliance works. A rotatable valve can rotate 90 degrees. The rotatable valve has a dual outlet hole but could be a single outlet hole. The liner has a corresponding dual outlet hole that matches the shape and size of the valve outlet hole. Thus, when the valve is in the closed position the outlet of the valve and the outlet of the inner liner do not match thus effectively closing the valve. Then, when the valve is rotated both dual outlet holes line up such that resin can flow therethrough.

[0029] FIG. 62 shows the top package subassembly of the espresso variant including the resin bottle and an additive, this time the additive being whipped topping and spoons. The whipped topping and spoons are manually added to the coffee cup and not dispensed through an appliance.

[0030] FIG. 63 shows the bottom package subassembly of the espresso variant including coffee cups and plates.

[0031] FIGS. 66-67 show the soda appliance embodiment having two separate chambers. Noticeably the ice cube chamber is thinner in comparison to the resin chamber and includes a center disposed separator that helps locate a plurality of ice cubes on either side of the separator. Also, the valve opening is more rectangular in shape and larger in comparison to the valve of the resin chamber. These changes make it possible to reliably release a plurality of ice cubes when the valve button is depressed.

[0032] MGA's marketing description is as follows: “MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Appliances brings new ways to Make It Mini! All New Mini Appliances that work! Use these appliances to help you make, set, and display your favorite Miniverse Make It Mini Food Beverages. Each ball comes with one real working mini appliance, plus accessories and ingredients to make your mini replica drinks! Each pack includes 1 appliance, 1 bottle of resin, 2 cups to dispense your resin into, and unique accessories for each pack. Each machine has unique real working features that will take your Make It Mini experience to the next level. You'll be able to dispense mini ice cubes from the soda and juice machines. You can seal your boba drink, just like the real thing! And all the appliances dispense resin. Once you've finished creating your mini, set your replica under the sun or a 365 nm UV Light until the resin has hardened. Once it sets, you have a collectible ready to play with or display! Each pack comes with a pair of cupholders (saucers for the Espresso balls) to display your mini drinks. There are 8 MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Appliances unique styles to collect! The image on the front of the ball will indicate which machine you will be getting, but the SURPRISE is the color! If it's not MGA's Miniverse, then it's not MGA's Miniverse!”Spa (FIGS. 101-140):

[0033] The various embodiments of this line of products are referred to herein as the “spa”product line.

[0034] The packaging ball in this spa product is different from the packaging ball of the appliance series. Here, the packaging ball is made from just two parts - a first part being a lower half that forms a miniature bathing tub and a relatively smaller second part that forms a removable top. When the removable top is placed upon the bathing tub, the overall shape is generally ball (i.e., spherical) shaped. However, in this embodiment the center diameter of the bathing tub is cylindrical in shape but could be spherical or other various shapes such as hexagonal and the like. Inside the packaging ball are a multitude of feet that can be attached to the bottom of the bathing tub thus better simulating a bathing tub. The bathing tub does not have through holes on the bottom such that the bathing tub can contain water without leaking. The bathing tub can then be filled with water to simulate a miniature bathing experience for the customer.

[0035] Inside the packaging ball are components and ingredients to make a manufacturable that is used in a real spa experience, the manufacturable being either a scrub, a bath bomb or a soap. It is noted that the scrub, bath bomb and soap are real and can used as such despite their miniature size. Once the manufacturable is made, it can be used with the water in the bathing tub to better simulate a true spa experience. Each embodiment of the kit may include a miniature loofah, bathtub tray or expandable bathtub tray, mixing bowl and mixing tools such as a spoon, spatula, scoop and the like. The expandable tray is best seen in FIGS. 135-136. In this embodiment the tray has a center portion and then two ends that each separately expand. It is understood that tray could be not expandable or just include one expandable end.

[0036] The scrub embodiment includes a body oil, white sugar or salt, essential scents (e.g., tropical, rose, peach, pomegranate, v. berry, green apple, grapefruit, fresh, eucalyptus, sandalwood, blossom, sakura, etc. or other various scents) and a mixing bowl to mix them in with mixing tools such as a measuring spoon and scoop. The body oil, sugar and scents are mixed in the mixing bowl to manufacture the scrub. Directions are provided to detail this process.

[0037] As best seen in FIGS. 131-132 the scrub kit includes a mason jar having a jar portion and a lid portion. An elastic band has two circular portions that capture both the lid and the jar. A hinge section connecting the two circular portions of the elastic band acts as a functional hinge. At one distal end is a latch feature that can be stretched over a protrusion formed on the jar. Thus, the latch feature acts as a latch to close the mason jar. The mason jar is intended to store the scrub after it is manufactured by the customer. A basket may be provided that holds two mason jars provided in the kit. If two mason jars are provided, they may be the same size or different sizes.

[0038] The bath bomb embodiment includes bath bomb powder with coloring, fizzy powder, essential scent, a dropper tool for the scent, a basket, a spoon and a spatula. In this embodiment, the dropper tool is used to dispense 16 drops of scent to the mixing bowl. To the mixing bowl is also added the bath bomb powder and fizzy powder. It is then mixed with the spatula and compressed in the molds to form the bath bombs.

[0039] As best seen in FIGS. 133-134 the bath bomb mold includes three parts being a clear, cylindrical, tubular, center portion and two ends configured to fit inside the tube. Each end has a semi-circular cup portion. Each end also does not reach the other end, such that when the bath bomb is molded it will have an annular edge thus giving the bath bomb a more appeasing and realistic appearance. To make a bath bomb, the ingredients are mixed and then stuffed inside the tube portion and compressed by the two ends. Each end can then be removed to reveal the bath bomb such that it may be removed. Once the bath bomb is compressed, it is recommended to wait a time period for the bath bomb to solidify, such as one hour or the like.

[0040] The soap embodiment includes a soap base powder and an essential scent that are mixed in the mixing bowl. Also included are a soap tray and spatula. Once it is mixed, then the customer kneads the mixture and can push it into the included silicone mold that has preformed various soap shapes. One the soap has set after a period of time, then the soaps can be removed from the silicone mold.

[0041] In a different embodiment as best seen in FIGS. 137-140, the molding method is a slightly different. Here a molding kit includes an outer slotted cradle, a rectangular silicone mold configured to fit inside the slotted cradle and a compression top configured to smash the mixture once disposed inside the silicone mold. Once the mixture is mixed and kneaded, the silicone mold is disposed inside the slotted cradle.

[0042] The mixture is then disposed inside the silicone mold and compressed with the compression top. Then, a time period is waited for the soap to form a singular large bar. The silicone mold can then be removed from the slotted cradle and the soap bar removed from the silicone mold. Then, the singular soap bar and be disposed back into the cradle without the silicone mold. A special soap cutting tool is provided that then then slip through the slots of the slotted cradle and form smaller individual soap bars.

[0043] MGA's marketing description is as follows: “Come Relax in the Miniverse. MGA's Miniverse is the ORIGINAL mini collectible that you can MAKE, SET, & DISPLAY. Each ball comes with REAL mini “ingredients” and accessories to make your own mini versions of your favorite spa themed items. Each package is a SURPRISE, so you won't know which mini you have until you unbox it! Take the contents of your package and follow the instructions to make your Make It Mini Spa item! Once you've finished creating your mini, let your mini set for the time as listed in the instructions. Once it's set, you've got a real mini spa item ready for display or to USE! Each ball capsule turns into a mini bathtub with a caddy that you can display your minis on. All Make It Mini Spa items ACTUALLY WORK! Drop your bath bomb in water and watch it fizz, wash your hands with your mini soap, or exfoliate with your mini sugar scrub! Each Mini Spa item is also uniquely scented and comes with a mini loofah! Collect all the Make It Mini Spa Minis! If it's not MGA's Miniverse, then it's not MGA's Miniverse!”Succulents (FIGS. 201-204):

[0044] The various embodiments of this line of products are referred to herein as the “succulents” product line. The packaging ball in this succulents product is different from the packaging ball of the appliance series and the spa series. Here, the center portion of the packaging is cylindrical in shape and includes a bottom lid and top lid that form the ball shape. However, when the bottom lid and top lid are removed, a stand can be attached to the cylindrical portion which then transforms into a display stand for the miniatures as best seen in FIG. 203.

[0045] The kit comes with a multitude of miniature potting containers and miniature plants, this time being succulents but could be other plant varieties and the like. A soil is also included in the kit. In this embodiment, the soil is a kinetic sand that is fun to play with but also helps to clump together for easier placement into the miniature potting containers. A miniature gardening shovel may also be provided to help transfer the sand to and from the various containers. Small tweezers and a tray may also be provided.

[0046] MGA's marketing description is as follows: “MGA's Miniverse is the only mini collectible that you can MAKE & DISPLAY. BUNDLE INCLUDES—3×MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Lifestyle Series 1 Ball Capsules Collectibles. Minis Included: Succulent Pair No.1, Succulent Pair No.2, and Succulent Crate. Each ball comes with realistic mini tools and accessories to make your own mini replicas of your favorite succulents! Each package is a SURPRISE, so you won't know which mini you have until you unbox it! Compare the contents of your package with the included collector's guide, to see which mini you have. Follow the instructions card on the back to make your mini. Once you've finished making your mini, you've got a collectible ready for display! Still feeling crafty, mix and match your ingredients and repot your plants over and over. Set your Miniverse collectible in your capsule that doubles as a shelf display! DISCLAIMER: Ingredients are NOT edible and do include resin play.Lifestyle Home Series 1 (FIGS. 301-307):

[0047] The various embodiments of this line of products are referred to herein as the “lifestyle home series 1” product line. These embodiments are similar to the succulents embodiments as they have a similar packaging ball design that can transform into a stand. However, this embodiment can include a rotatable hook disposed on the inside top of the stand configured to hang various objects as best seen in FIG. 304. In this image, a bird bath has a bird bath bowl and hanger structure then can be hung from the hook. Small miniature birds can be included to sit on the bird bath. Other objects may be hung, such a bird feeder, hummingbird feeder, bird house and the like. A small water container can be provided to fill the bird bath. Other vases and plants can also be provided in the kit. Rocks, sand (i.e., kinetic sand), trays, bridges, bird feed and other miniature objects may also be provided.

[0048] MGA's marketing description is as follows: “Miniverse is THE Lifestyle! All new DIY Make It Mini Lifestyle Home themed minis. Miniverse is the ORIGINAL mini collectible that you can MAKE, SET & DISPLAY. Each ball comes with realistic mini items and accessories to make your own mini replicas of your favorite lifestyle and home decor pieces! From plants to bird houses, to flowers, each package is a SURPRISE so you won't know which mini you have until you unbox it! Compare the contents of your package with the included collector's guide, to see which mini you have. Follow the instruction card on the back to prep your mini. Once you've finished creating your mini, set your replica under the sun or a 365 nm UV Light until the resin has hardened. Once it's set, you've got a collectible ready for display! Each Miniverse Lifestyle Home Capsules doubles as a display for your minis! Place your mini on the shelf of your capsule, and for the minis that have hanging features, you have the option to hang them as well! Your finished replica is not the only item worth collecting. The mini accessories and packaging are just as cute and collectible. From mini replica versions of plant pots, to bird feeders, and bouquets of flowers-there are over 100+ unique Make It Mini Lifestyle Home Series 1 replica items, packages, and accessories to collect and create your very own mini collectibles. Duplicates are welcome in the Miniverse! Mix and match your minis to create your own Miniverse Remixes. Collect all the Make It Mini collectibles! If it's not MGA's Miniverse, then it's not MGA's Miniverse!”Lifestyle Series 2 (FIGS. 401-433):

[0049] The various embodiments of this line of products are referred to herein as the “lifestyle series 2” product line. The key difference in this product line is that it includes a reversible silicone mold that can be used to create various vases, cups, pots and the like. As shown herein a teapot is able to be molded.

[0050] To create a mold of the teapot, first the mold is flipped inside out as shown in FIGS. 416-417. Then, included in the kit is a miniature paintbrush and glitter / paint.

[0051] The inside of the mold, which is now the outside, can be painted with a coloring and / or glitter coloring. Then the mold is reversed once again and placed upside down exposing the bottom of the mold. As shown in FIG. 420, a resin can be added to the mold cured. After curing the object can be removed from the mold. A piece of sandpaper is included such that the bottom of the object can be sanded to be more flat so it sits correctly when displayed. Other objects can be attached using the resin and prefabricated parts such as a spout, handle or top. The kit may or may not include a UV light source to help cure the resin. As with all the products described herein, the UV curable resin will also cure from sunlight such that no additional UV light source is needed.

[0052] MGA's marketing description is as follows: “MGA's Miniverse is THE ultimate lifestyle brand! Get ready for the all-new DIY Make It Mini Lifestyle Series 2, packed with fun toys to mold, set, display, and collect! Each ball comes with realistic mini items for you to mold your own replicas of your favorite lifestyle and home decor pieces. From candles to teacups to teapots, each package is a mini surprise—you won't know which mini you've got until you unbox it! Compare your finds with the collector's guide to discover which mini you have. Follow the instructions on the back, use the provided items and molds, and bring your mini to life! After creating your mini, set it under the sun or a 365 nm UV light until the resin hardens. Once it's set, your collectible is ready for display! The MGA's Miniverse lifestyle capsules also double as display cases for your minis. Simply place your mini on the capsule's shelf and show off your collection! Collect all the fun Make It Mini Lifestyle Series 2 toys. Remember, if it's not MGA's Miniverse brand, then it's not MGA's Miniverse!”Lifestyle Series 1 Nursery Pack Bundle (FIGS. 501-504):

[0053] The various embodiments of this line of products are referred to herein as the “lifestyle series 1 nursery pack bundle”product line.

[0054] MGA's marketing description is as follows: “What do you do when you combine crafting with collectability? Bundle includes 3×MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Lifestyle Series 1 Ball Capsules Collectibles. Minis Included: Hanging Terrariums, Cactus Twins, and Paddle Cactus. Miniverse is the only mini collectible that you can MAKE & DISPLAY. Each ball comes with realistic mini lifestyle plant and accessories to make your own mini replicas of your favorite lifestyle and home decor pieces! Compare the contents of your package with the included collector's guide, to see which mini you have. Follow the instructions card on the back to prep your mini. Once you've finished creating your mini, you've got a collectible ready for display! Still feeling crafty, mix and match your ingredients and repot your plants over and over again. Set your Miniverse collectible in your capsule that doubles as a shelf display! The fun doesn't stop there! Your finished replica is not the only item worth collecting. The mini accessories and packaging are just as collectible. Each pack has unique items to make different plant themed minis! Collect all the Series 1 Make It Mini Lifestyle Collectibles! If it's not MGA's Miniverse, then it's not MGA's Miniverse!”Lifestyle Series 1 Complete Collection (FIGS. 601-603):

[0055] The various embodiments of this line of products are referred to herein as the “lifestyle series 1 complete collection”product line.

[0056] MGA's marketing description is as follows: “Collect the full set of MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Lifestyle Home Series 1. The full set includes 24 styles. You will receive one of each style in this set. Miniverse is THE Lifestyle! All new DIY Make It Mini Lifestyle Home themed minis. Miniverse is the ORIGINAL mini collectible that you can MAKE, SET & DISPLAY. Each ball comes with realistic mini items and accessories to make your own mini replicas of your favorite lifestyle and home decor pieces! From plants to bird houses, to flowers, each package is a SURPRISE so you won't know which mini you have until you unbox it! Compare the contents of your package with the included collector's guide, to see which mini you have. Follow the instruction card on the back to prep your mini. Once you've finished creating your mini, set your replica under the sun or a 365 nm UV Light until the resin has hardened. Once it's set, you've got a collectible ready for display! Each Miniverse Lifestyle Home Capsules doubles as a display for your minis! Place your mini on the shelf of your capsule, and for the minis that have hanging features, you have the option to hang them as well! Your finished replica is not the only item worth collecting. The mini accessories and packaging are just as cute and collectible. From mini replica versions of plant pots, to bird feeders, and bouquets of flowers-there are over 100+ unique Make It Mini Lifestyle Home Series 1 replica items, packages, and accessories to collect and create your very own mini collectibles. Collect all the Make It Mini collectibles! If it's not MGA's Miniverse, then it's not MGA's Miniverse!Botanical Mini Collectibles (FIGS. 701-721):

[0057] The various embodiments of this line of products are referred to herein as the “botanical mini collectibles”product line.

[0058] MGA's marketing description is as follows: “MGA's Miniverse is going Farm to Table! All new DIY Make It Mini Botanicals set includes so many flowers, farm, and plant themed pieces to make, set, display, and collect! With over 60+ pieces included in this BIG pack, make YOUR OWN flower, farm, and plant Make It Minis with all the items included. Once you've finished creating your mini, set your replica under the sun or a 365 nm UV Light until the resin has hardened. Once it's set, you've got a collectible ready for display! Still feeling crafty? Mix and match your minis to make more MGA's Miniverse minis. The fun doesn't stop there! Your finished replica is not the only item worth collecting. The mini accessories and packaging are just as cute and collectible. From mini replica versions of plant pots to mini produce, and mini potting soil—there are so many unique Make It Mini Botanicals replica items, packages, and accessories to collect and make your very own mini collectibles.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0059] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a user holding a spherical-shaped shipping container containing a plurality of items comprising the present invention being a miniature replica kit;

[0060] FIG. 2 is another perspective view similar to FIG. 1 at a later point in time in comparison to FIG. 1 now showing the user removing a first shrink wrap covering;

[0061] FIG. 3 is another perspective view similar to FIG. 1 at a later point in time in comparison to FIG. 2 now showing the user removing a second shrink wrap covering;

[0062] FIG. 4 is another perspective view similar to FIG. 1 at a later point in time in comparison to FIG. 3 now showing the user opening the shipping container revealing the items disposed therein;

[0063] FIG. 5 is a simplified sectional view of the present invention of a miniature replica kit showing the internal packaging therein being a top packaging subassembly, a middle packaging subassembly and a bottom packaging subassembly;

[0064] FIG. 6 is another simplified sectional view of the structure of FIG. 5 now with the shipping container opened;

[0065] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a middle packaging subassembly of the present invention;

[0066] FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the middle packaging subassembly of FIG. 7 now opened revealing an embodiment of a resin dispensing appliance that is a miniature replica of a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance being displayed on a surface;

[0067] FIG. 9 is a top perspective view of the miniature replica kit showing the top and bottom packaging subassemblies before being opened along with flattened items being instructions and a placemat;

[0068] FIG. 10 is a top perspective view similar to FIG. 9 now showing the top and bottom packaging subassemblies opened revealing the items contained therein;

[0069] FIG. 11 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a middle packaging subassembly of the present invention;

[0070] FIG. 12 is a perspective view of the middle packaging subassembly of FIG. 11 now opened revealing an embodiment of a resin dispensing appliance that is a miniature replica of a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance;

[0071] FIG. 13 is a perspective view of an opened top packaging subassembly revealing the plurality of items disposed therein;

[0072] FIG. 14 is a perspective view of an opened bottom packaging subassembly revealing the plurality of items disposed therein;

[0073] FIG. 15 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention being a resin dispensing appliance that is a miniature replica of a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance being a juice dispensing appliance;

[0074] FIG. 16 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention being a resin dispensing appliance that is a miniature replica of a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance being an espresso dispensing appliance;

[0075] FIG. 17 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention being a resin dispensing appliance that is a miniature replica of a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance being a soda dispensing appliance;

[0076] FIG. 18 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention being a resin dispensing appliance that is a miniature replica of a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance being a boba dispensing appliance;

[0077] FIG. 19 is a perspective view of a user dispensing resin from a miniature replica of a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance;

[0078] FIG. 20 is a perspective view of the espresso dispensing appliance embodiment of the present invention dispensing resin;

[0079] FIG. 21 is a perspective view of a user utilizing a sticker dispensing appliance which is part of the boba dispensing appliance embodiment of the present invention;

[0080] FIG. 22 is a perspective view of a user utilizing an ice dispending appliance to dispense ice which is part of the soda dispensing appliance embodiment of the present invention;

[0081] FIG. 23 is an isometric view of the boba dispensing appliance of the present invention being opened and displaying its unused contents and at the bottom showing a resulting produced item being a cup containing boba balls with resin having a lid and a straw where the cup is disposed in a cup carrier;

[0082] FIG. 24 is a simplified pictorial representation of the present invention, starting from top left and going clockwise, showing how a resin container can be disposed within the resin dispensing appliance, then ingredient items may be disposed within a cup, then resin may be disposed within a cup, and then sunlight or UV light can be used to cure the resin to form a solid miniature item;

[0083] FIG. 25 is a perspective view of various embodiments of resin dispensing appliances of the present invention;

[0084] FIG. 26 is a view similar to FIG. 25 now showing the respective lids removed and resins or ingredient items that may be disposed within the resin dispensing appliances;

[0085] FIG. 27 is a view similar to FIGS. 25-26 now showing the resins and ingredients disposed within the resin dispensing appliances;

[0086] FIG. 28 is a view similar to FIGS. 25-27 now showing the respective removable liners being removed and flipped upside down on the surface ahead of their respective resin dispensing appliances to better understand the shape of the liners;

[0087] FIG. 29 is an enlarged perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention showing the male and female connectors along the sides of the resin dispensing appliances such that they can be connected together;

[0088] FIG. 30 is a perspective view of a user holding a spherical-shaped shipping container containing a plurality of items comprising the present invention being a miniature replica kit being a bathing experience.

[0089] FIG. 31 is a perspective view showing the kit of FIG. 30 now opened revealing the plurality of items contained therein;

[0090] FIG. 32 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the bathing experience being a scrub that can be manufactured from the present invention and utilized with a bathtub formed by the primary portion of the shipping container;

[0091] FIG. 33 is a perspective view of the scrub of FIG. 32 being manufactured by the user;

[0092] FIG. 34 is a perspective view of a mason jar of the present invention;

[0093] FIG. 35 is another perspective view of a mason jar of the present invention;

[0094] FIG. 36 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the bathing experience being a bath bomb that can be manufactured from the present invention which also can be used with the bathtub;

[0095] FIG. 37 is a perspective view of the bath bomb being manufactured by the user;

[0096] FIG. 38 is a perspective view of a bath bomb molding device of the present invention;

[0097] FIG. 39 is another perspective view of the bath bomb molding device of the present invention;

[0098] FIG. 40 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the bathing experience being a soap that can be manufactured from the present invention which also can be used with the bathtub;

[0099] FIG. 41 is a perspective view of the various items contained with the soap embodiment of the bathing experience of the present invention;

[0100] FIG. 42 is a perspective view of the user mixing the ingredients to form the soap of the present invention;

[0101] FIG. 43 is another perspective view now showing the mixed ingredients being disposed and compressed within a mold;

[0102] FIG. 44 is another perspective view now showing the hardened soaps being removed from the mold of the present invention;

[0103] FIG. 45 is a perspective view of the expandable miniature tray of the present invention in a stored configuration;

[0104] FIG. 46 is a perspective view of the structure of FIG. 45 where now the expandable miniature tray is in an expanded configuration;

[0105] FIG. 47 is a perspective view of a ball-shaped shipping container containing a plurality of items comprising the present invention being a miniature plant kit;

[0106] FIG. 48 is a perspective view of the structure of FIG. 47 being opened revealing the items contained therein;

[0107] FIG. 49 is a perspective view of a display stand displaying miniature plants created from the kit shown in FIG. 48;

[0108] FIG. 50 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a hanging miniature plant pot and miniature plant;

[0109] FIG. 51 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a miniature plant pot and a miniature plant;

[0110] FIG. 52 is a perspective view of how a user starts to make the make the plant kit of FIGS. 47-48 where the first steps is to dispose the sand into the plant pot;

[0111] FIG. 53 is a perspective view after FIG. 52 showing the user using the included trowel to evenly spread the sand within the plant pot;

[0112] FIG. 54 is a perspective view after 53 now showing the final product being the potted plant in the plant pot;

[0113] FIG. 55 is a perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention showing a resin being dispensed into a plant vase;

[0114] FIG. 56 is a perspective view of a miniature plant being cured within the vase of the present invention;

[0115] FIG. 57 is a perspective view of a variety of vases and plants disposed therein of the present invention;

[0116] FIG. 58 is a perspective view of the shipping container for an embodiment of a bird bath of the present invention;

[0117] FIG. 59 is a perspective view showing the resulting display stand for the bird bath that a user can create from the items shown in FIG. 60;

[0118] FIG. 60 is a perspective view of the shipping container of FIG. 58 revealing the various items disposed therein;

[0119] FIG. 61 is a perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention miniature kit being a bird house;

[0120] FIG. 62 is a perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention miniature kit being a bird feeder;

[0121] FIG. 63 is a perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention miniature kit being a molding experience;

[0122] FIG. 64 is a perspective view showing the various items of the kit shown in FIG. 63;

[0123] FIG. 65 is a perspective view of an exemplary silicone mold of the present invention;

[0124] FIG. 66 is a sectional view showing the internal parts of the silicone mold as shown in FIG. 65;

[0125] FIG. 67 is a perspective view of the silicone mold of FIG. 65 now turned inside-out such that it is in a reversed configuration;

[0126] FIG. 68 is a perspective view of a user painting the inside surface, now reversed to be outside, of the silicone mold such that the glitter and / or paint will be adhered and cured to the finished cured product;

[0127] FIG. 69 is a perspective view showing a user disposing a curable viscous resin inside the mold;

[0128] FIG. 70 is a perspective view showing a user curing the resin with a UV light;

[0129] FIG. 71 is a perspective view of the user cleaning any residual uncured resin from the cured product;

[0130] FIG. 72 is a perspective view of a user removing the molded product from the silicone mold;

[0131] FIG. 73 is a perspective view of a user sanding the bottom of the molded product;

[0132] FIG. 74 is a perspective view of the finished molded part with additional parts attached thereto;

[0133] FIG. 75 is a perspective view of various embodiments of molded parts achievable with the present invention;

[0134] FIG. 76 is a perspective view of various finished molded parts and molded candles of the present invention;

[0135] FIG. 77 is a perspective view of the finished molded part now with an auxiliary cover and decals attached thereto;

[0136] FIG. 78 is a perspective view showing the molded parts being displayed in the display stands of the present invention;

[0137] FIG. 79 is a perspective view showing the first step of the candle molding experience;

[0138] FIG. 80 is a perspective view showing the second step of the candle molding experience where now a wick is placed into the wick receptacle;

[0139] FIG. 81 is a perspective view showing the third step of the candle molding experience where the mold is placed onto a protective base;

[0140] FIG. 82 is a perspective view showing the fourth step of the candle molding experience where resins are disposed into the molds;

[0141] FIG. 83 is a perspective view showing the fifth step of the candle molding experience where the cured candles are removed from the molds; and

[0142] FIG. 84 is a perspective view showing the sixth and final step of the candle molding experience where the finished candles can be displayed and even used.DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

[0143] Referring now to the present invention and the associated drawings, FIGS. 1-29 illustrate an embodiment of the present invention being a miniature replica kit 100 resembling a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance. As best shown in FIGS. 1-6, the miniature replica kit 100 is packaged in a shipping container 101 which resembles a sphere, such as a ball-shape. It is understood to those skilled in the art that many shapes could be used that contain a sufficient amount of volume within to hold the various parts and pieces described herein, as this teaching is not strictly limited to the embodiments shown and taught. In FIGS. 1-4 the hands 102 of a user 103 are visible to understand the scale of the invention being taught herein.

[0144] As shown in FIGS. 1-3, a first shrink wrap covering 104 surrounds the shipping container. The shrink wrap covering can be removed exposing a second shrink wrap covering 105 underneath. Both shrink wrap coverings may include various indicia 106 associated with the full-sized drink and / or the food dispensing appliance. The indicia may be graphics, words, images, colors or any other various marketing materials that are deemed appropriate to help market the present invention to consumers. Herein, the two shrink wrap coverings are overlaid perpendicular to one another to fully prevent the ball-shaped shipping container from separating. It is understood by those skilled in the art that no shrink wrap coverings may be used, one shrink wrap covering may be used or any number of shrink wrap coverings may be used. As best shown in FIG. 3, the shrink wrap covering may include a perforated portion 108 that is configured to be easily broken and ripped by the user thereby releasing the shrink wrap covering from the shipping container. At least one relief hole 107 may be disposed through the shell of the shipping container to allow air to flow within the inside and outside of the shipping container.

[0145] As shown in FIGS. 4 and 6, the spherical / ball-shaped shipping container 101 is separable into two portions 101a and 101b. When the two portions are closed together they define an interior volume 109. Each of the two portions 101a and 101b of the shipping container have a hemispherical shape including an optional flat spot 110 centered about the hemispherical shape. The flat spot may be used to prevent the container from rolling away. As best seen in FIGS. 5 and 6, inside the shipping container are a top packaging subassembly 111, a middle packaging subassembly 112, and a bottom packaging subassembly 113. The middle packaging subassembly is usually configured to contain the resin dispensing appliance as this is the largest packaging subassembly of the kit. The top packaging subassembly (or bottom packaging subassembly) is usually configured to contain the resin container. The bottom packaging subassembly (or top packaging subassembly) is usually configured to contain at least the miniature replica of a cup or a bowl. It is understood to those skilled in the art that the top and bottom packaging subassemblies are interchangeable as their designation can be switched depending upon how the ball-shaped shipping container is viewed by the reader. The middle subassembly is configured to be disposed between the top and bottom packaging subassembly when disposed within the shipping container. Also included in the shipping container are a variety of flattened items 114, such as instructions, placemats, coasters or the like.

[0146] FIG. 7 is a perspective image of the middle packaging subassembly 112. FIG. 8 is the middle packaging subassembly of FIG. 7 now opened. The middle packaging subassembly is a clamshell, having a first clamshell portion 112a and a second clamshell portion 112b. The clamshell is formed to match the shape of the products it contains. The clamshells can be opened to reveal a resin dispensing appliance 115 that is a miniature replica of a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance.

[0147] The resin dispensing appliance has a lid 116 and a base 117. The base is configured to connect to a bottom of the appliance. The lid is configured to sit on top of a resin receptacle 118. The resin receptacle is in fluidic communication with a manually actuated valve button 124 disposed at a bottom 125 of the resin receptacle.

[0148] Optionally, the resin receptacle is configured to accept an inner liner 119. The inner liner is configured to be removable from the resin receptacle of the resin dispending appliance. The inner liner may be made from polypropylene or other non-stick polymer. The user may pour a resin directly into the inner liner, which is removable for easy cleaning. Optionally, the inner liner may be configured to receive the curable resin while still contained within a resin container when a lid of the resin container is opened and the resin container disposed within as is shown in FIG. 27. The inner liner may be configured to receive the resin container and hold the resin container upside-down at an angle anywhere from 5 to 45 degrees relative to a vertical position which then slows the release of the resin as it is dispensed from the resin dispensing appliance.

[0149] Referring to FIG. 8, also included is an ingredient dispensing appliance 120 that is a second miniature replica of another full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance. Likewise, the ingredient dispensing appliance has a lid 121 and a base 122. There is also an ingredient receptacle 123 configured to retain a variety of ingredients for later dispensing. Here, the optional inner liner is not shown but could be provided if desired. The ingredient receptacle is in fluidic communication with a second manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the ingredient receptacle, wherein at least one miniature replica ingredient item is configured to be disposed within the ingredient receptacle.

[0150] Referring to FIG. 29, the resin dispensing appliance and the ingredient dispensing appliance are configured to attach to one another in a side-by-side arrangement through the use of a male connecter 128 and a female connector 129 formed respectively along the abutting sides of the appliances. For example, the connectors 128 and 129 can be dovetail joints or the like that are known to those skilled in the art. The male dovetail joint can then be slid to connect within the female dovetail joints thereby connecting the two appliances. Alternatively, the resin dispensing appliance and the ingredient dispensing appliance could be integrally formed as a combination dispensing appliance during manufacture as is shown in FIG. 17.

[0151] The resin dispensing appliance may be a miniature replica of a boba dispensing appliance, an espresso dispensing appliance, a juice dispensing appliance or a soda dispensing appliance as these embodiments are shown in the figures. For example, FIG. 15 illustrates a juice dispensing appliance 115a. FIG. 16 illustrates an espresso dispensing appliance 115b. FIG. 17 illustrates a soda dispensing appliance 115c. FIG. 18 illustrates a boba dispensing appliance 115d.

[0152] A curable resin 130 is contained within a resin container 131. The curable resin may be an ultraviolet light curable viscous resin. The ultraviolet light may be obtained from placing the resin under sunlight. Furthermore, the ultraviolet light curable viscous resin may be configured to cure under ultraviolet light having a wavelength of 365 nanometers. To prevent the resin from prematurely curing, the resin container is configured to not be transparent and is configured to block ultraviolet light from passing therethrough.

[0153] As understood from FIGS. 9 and 10, the top packaging subassembly 111 can contain the resin container 131 and also other items, such as at least one miniature replica ingredient item 132. The miniature replica ingredient item is a non-curable element and can be a variety of items such as miniature replica ice (crushed or cubes) 132a, miniature replica boba 132b, miniature replica foam 132c. It will be understood to those skilled in the art that a variety of miniature replica ingredients items are possible to be used with the present invention as this disclosure is not limited to just the embodiments taught herein. FIG. 10 also shows miniature coasters 133.

[0154] The bottom packaging subassembly can contain a variety of miniature tableware 134, such as utensils, flatware, cutlery, dishware, serveware and the like. For example, FIG. 10 shows a miniature replica cup 134a, a miniature replica straw 134b, a miniature replica lid for cup 134c and a miniature replica cup carrier 134d. FIG. 13 shows a miniature replica spoon 134e. FIG. 14 shows a miniature replica coffee cup 134f and coaster plate 134g. It will be understood to those skilled in the art that a variety of miniature tableware / serveware could be used with the present invention such as forks, knives, tongs, large plates, small plates, mixing bowls and the like, as this teaching is not to be limited to the exact embodiments described and shown herein.

[0155] When the miniature replica tableware is a cup or a bowl, the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle and be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by the end user into the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl, as is shown in FIGS. 19 and 20. Some of the cups, such as cup 134a may be transparent allowing ultraviolet light to pass therethrough. Furthermore, the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item are configured to be disposed in the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl and thereafter solidify when exposed to ultraviolet light attaching the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item forming a cured composite miniature replica food item.

[0156] The embodiment of the boba kit also includes a sticker dispensing appliance 135 as best seen in FIG. 21. There is a plurality of stickers 136 disposed on a transfer sheet 137. The sticker dispensing appliance is configured to bend the transfer sheet through a series of sharp turns such that the stickers are easily removed from the transfer sheet when pulled by the user 103.

[0157] FIG. 24 shows images of embodiments of the present invention in use. Starting with the image at the top left and moving clockwise, a user can open the resin bottle and place the resin bottle inside the liner within the resin receptacle. Then the user can take a cup and dispense ice cubes into the cup. Thereafter, the user can place the cup under the resin dispensing appliance and dispense resin into the cup. Thereafter, the composite miniature replica food item and can be cured, such as placing the item in direct sunlight.

[0158] FIG. 25 is a perspective view of the various resin dispensing appliances, as one can see the relative size of each in comparison to one another. FIG. 26 shows the respective lids 116,121 being removed and FIG. 27 shows the resin containers 131 being disposed within the liners 119. FIG. 28 shows the liners removed and upside down so one can understand the shape and configuration of the liners.

[0159] FIG. 29 also shows the resin dispensing hole 138 that would have a movable valve 139 that is spring loaded into the closed position. When the user presses the button 140, the valve is moved out of the way such that resin can flow through the hole 138. A compression spring or the like can be used to bias the button in the outer position. The plastic button can also be molded to include a flexure joint that creates the biased position. Those skilled in the art understand that a variety of springs, flexures or mechanisms can be used to effectuate an openable valve, as this teaching is not limited to just the embodiments shown and taught herein.

[0160] In summary, an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is a miniature replica kit resembling a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance, comprising: a curable resin contained within a resin container; and a resin dispensing appliance; wherein the resin dispensing appliance is a miniature replica of the full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance; wherein the resin dispensing appliance includes a resin receptacle in fluidic communication with a manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the resin receptacle; wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle; and wherein the curable resin is configured to be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by an end user. In other exemplary embodiments, the curable resin may be an ultraviolet light curable viscous resin. The ultraviolet light curable viscous resin may be configured to cure under ultraviolet light having a wavelength of 365 nanometers. The kit may include a miniature replica of a cup or a bowl, wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle and be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by the end user into the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl. The miniature replica of the cup or the bowl may be transparent allowing ultraviolet light to pass therethrough. The resin container may not be transparent and is configured to block ultraviolet light from passing therethrough. The kit may include at least one miniature replica ingredient item. The curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item may be configured to be disposed in the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl and thereafter solidify when exposed to ultraviolet light attaching the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item forming a cured composite miniature replica food item. The resin dispensing appliance may include an inner liner configured to be removable from the resin dispending appliance. The inner liner may be made from polypropylene. The inner liner may be configured to receive the curable resin while still contained within the resin container when a lid of the resin container is opened. The inner liner may be configured to receive the resin container and hold the resin container upside-down at an angle from 5 to 45 degrees relative to a vertical position. An ingredient dispensing appliance may be included, wherein the ingredient dispensing appliance is a second miniature replica of another full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance, wherein the ingredient dispensing appliance includes an ingredient receptacle in fluidic communication with a second manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the ingredient receptacle, wherein the at least one miniature replica ingredient item is configured to be disposed within the ingredient receptacle. The resin dispensing appliance and the ingredient dispensing appliance may be configured to attach to one another in a side-by-side arrangement. The resin dispensing appliance and the ingredient dispensing appliance may be integrally formed as a combination dispensing appliance during manufacture. The at least one miniature replica ingredient items may be ice or boba, the ice or the boba being a non-curable element. A sticker dispensing appliance may be included including a plurality of stickers disposed on a transfer sheet. The resin dispensing appliance and the sticker dispensing appliance may be configured to attach to one another in a side-by-side arrangement. A shipping container separable into two portions may be included, wherein when the two portions are closed together define an interior volume, wherein the resin dispensing appliance and the resin container are disposed within the interior volume during shipping. The each of the two portions of the shipping container may have a hemispherical shape including a flat spot centered about the hemispherical shape. At least one shrink wrap covering may surround the shipping container. The shrink wrap covering may include indicia associated with the full-sized drink and / or the food dispensing appliance. A middle packaging subassembly may be configured to contain at least the resin dispensing appliance. A top packaging subassembly and a bottom packaging subassembly may be included, wherein the top packaging subassembly is configured to contain at least the resin container, wherein the bottom packaging subassembly is configured to contain the at least the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl, wherein the middle subassembly is configured to be disposed between the top and bottom packaging subassembly when disposed within the shipping container. The resin dispensing appliance may be a miniature replica of a boba dispensing appliance, an espresso dispensing appliance, a juice dispensing appliance or a soda dispensing appliance.

[0161] FIGS. 30-46 illustrate an embodiment of the present invention being a miniature replica kit 200 resembling a bathing experience. FIG. 30 illustrates the present invention 200 being held in the hands 102 of the user 103 so one can understand the size of the present invention. As previously described, the present invention can include a first shrink wrap covering 104 and / or a second shrink wrap covering 105.

[0162] FIG. 31 shows how the shipping container 201 can be opened into a primary portion 203 and a secondary portion 204, where, when the two portions are closed together define an interior volume 109. As with the previous invention, the shipping container of this embodiment is also configured to contain a plurality of miniature items during shipping within the interior volume of the shipping container.

[0163] Now, the primary portion 202 is also a miniature bathtub configured to contain an amount of water disposed therein as best seen in FIGS. 32 and 36.

[0164] The plurality of miniature items comprises at least one deconstructed cleaning product comprising a first ingredient 204, a second ingredient 205 and / or a third ingredient 206. The first ingredient and the second ingredient (and / or the third ingredient) are configured to be combined by an end user forming a functional cleaning product 210, such a scrub 210a, a soap 210b or a bath bomb 210c. The first ingredient may be a sugar 204a, a salt 204b, a colored powder 204c and / or a fizzy powder 204d. The second ingredient may be a body oil 205. The third ingredient may be an essential scent oil 206.

[0165] The scrub 210a can be prepared and mixed within a bowl 207 by a spatula, spoon and / or scoop 208. Then the scrub can be placed within a miniature mason jar 211. Referring to FIGS. 34 and 35, the mason jar has a miniature body 212, a closable lid 213 and an elastic hinge / band 214 that flexibly connects the base to the lid by respective circular portions 215. The distal end of the elastic hinge has a closure feature 216 that wraps over and secures to a protrusion 217 on the base 212. The miniature mason jar is configured for storing the functional cleaning product, which in this case is the scrub.

[0166] Embodiments of the present invention can include a miniature loofah 209, a miniature tray 218, an expandable miniature tray 219 and / or a liquid dropper 220, which liquid dropper can used to selectively dispense the essential oils.

[0167] As seen in FIGS. 32 and 36, the kit can include a plurality of feet 221 that attach to a bottom of the bathtub. The feet connect to the bathtub through an interference fit, but it is important that the feet receptacle formed in the bathtub does not penetrate through the bathtub such that the bathtub can be used to store water 222 for use by the consumer.

[0168] As best shown in FIG. 36 the functional cleaning product is a bath bomb, wherein the first ingredient comprises a bath bomb base powder being a fizzy powder 204d configured to fizz when in contact with a water source, and wherein the second ingredient comprises an essential scent oil 206. To form the bath bomb, the kit may include a miniature molding device 223. The miniature molding device may comprise a miniature tube 224 having a first end 225 and a second end 226. The first end is configured to receive a first miniature mold portion 227 and wherein the second end is configured to receive a second miniature mold portion 228. The bath bomb is configured to be formed in a molding operation when the ingredients are mixed and disposed within the miniature molding device and compressed by the end user 102,103.

[0169] As best seen in FIGS. 40-44, the functional cleaning product may be a soap 210b. The first ingredient comprises a soap base powder 204e and the second ingredient comprises an essential scent oil 206. Included is a miniature molding device which is a silicone mold 229. The silicone mold has a plurality of molding chambers 230 formed therein. The soap is configured to be formed in a molding operation when the ingredients are mixed as shown in FIG. 42, disposed and compressed within the plurality of molding chambers as shown in FIG. 43, and thereafter the soap is removed after a waiting a period of time as best shown in FIG. 44.

[0170] FIGS. 45 and 46 show in better detail the expandable miniature bathtub tray 219. In a stored position the bathtub tray is configured to fit within an inside diameter of the primary portion and when in an expanded position is configured to be longer in length than the inside diameter of the primary portion wherein it is configured to rest upon an upper rim of the primary portion as shown in FIGS. 32, 36 and 40.

[0171] In summary, an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is a miniature replica kit of a bathing experience, comprising: a shipping container separable into two portions being a primary portion and a secondary portion, wherein when the two portions are closed together define an interior volume; wherein the shipping container is configured to and does contain a plurality of miniature items during shipping within the interior volume of the shipping container; and wherein the primary portion is a miniature bathtub configured to contain an amount of water disposed therein. The plurality of miniature items may comprise at least one deconstructed cleaning product comprising a first ingredient and a second ingredient, wherein the first ingredient and the second ingredient are configured to be combined by an end user forming a functional cleaning product. The functional cleaning product may be a scrub, wherein the first ingredient comprises a sugar and / or a salt, wherein the second ingredient comprises a body oil. The at least one deconstructed cleaning product may comprise a third ingredient, wherein the third ingredient comprises an essential scent oil. The plurality of miniature items may comprise a miniature mason jar. The miniature mason jar may comprise a miniature mason jar body and a miniature closable lid connected by a miniature elastic band, wherein the miniature mason jar is configured for storing the functional cleaning product. The functional cleaning product may be a bath bomb, wherein the first ingredient comprises a bath bomb base powder being a fizzy powder configured to fizz when in contact with a water source, and wherein the second ingredient comprises an essential scent oil. The at least one deconstructed cleaning product may comprise a third ingredient, wherein the third ingredient comprises a colored powder. The plurality of miniature items may comprise a miniature molding device. The miniature molding device may comprise a miniature tube having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is configured to receive a first miniature mold portion and wherein the second end is configured to receive a second miniature mold portion, wherein the bath bomb is configured to be formed in a molding operation when the ingredients are mixed and disposed within the miniature molding device and compressed by the end user. The functional cleaning product may be a soap, wherein the first ingredient comprises a soap base powder, and wherein the second ingredient comprises an essential scent oil. The plurality of miniature items may comprise a miniature molding device. The miniature molding device may be a silicone mold having a plurality of molding chambers formed therein, wherein the soap is configured to be formed in a molding operation when the ingredients are mixed, disposed and compressed within the plurality of molding chambers by the end user, thereafter removing the soap after a waiting a period of time. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature mixing bowl and a miniature mixing utensil, the miniature mixing utensil comprising a spoon, a spatula or a scoop. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature loofah, a miniature tray and / or a dropper. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature bathtub tray. The miniature bathtub tray may comprise an expandable miniature bathtub tray, wherein in a stored position the bathtub tray is configured to fit within an inside diameter of the primary portion and when in an expanded position is configured to be longer in length than the inside diameter of the primary portion wherein it is configured to rest upon an upper rim of the primary portion. The plurality of miniature items may include a plurality of bathtub feet, wherein the plurality of bathtub feet are configured to attach to an outside of the miniature bathtub.

[0172] Another exemplary embodiment of the present invention is a miniature replica kit of a bathing experience, comprising: a shipping container separable into at least two portions and when the at least two portions are closed together define an interior volume; wherein the shipping container is configured to and does contain a plurality of miniature items during shipping within the interior volume of the shipping container; wherein the plurality of miniature items comprise at least one deconstructed cleaning product comprising a first ingredient and a second ingredient, wherein the first ingredient and the second ingredient are configured to be combined by an end user forming a functional cleaning product. The functional cleaning product may be a scrub, wherein the first ingredient comprises a sugar and / or a salt, wherein the second ingredient comprises a body oil. The at least one deconstructed cleaning product may comprise a third ingredient, wherein the third ingredient comprises an essential scent oil. The plurality of miniature items may comprise a miniature mason jar. The miniature mason jar may comprise a miniature mason jar body and a miniature closable lid connected by a miniature elastic band, wherein the miniature mason jar is configured for storing the functional cleaning product. The functional cleaning product may be a bath bomb, wherein the first ingredient comprises a bath bomb base powder being a fizzy powder configured to fizz when in contact with a water source, and wherein the second ingredient comprises an essential scent oil. The at least one deconstructed cleaning product may comprise a third ingredient, wherein the third ingredient comprises a colored powder. The plurality of miniature items may comprise a miniature molding device. The miniature molding device may comprise a miniature tube having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is configured to receive a first miniature mold portion and wherein the second end is configured to receive a second miniature mold portion, wherein the bath bomb is configured to be formed in a molding operation when the ingredients are mixed and disposed within the miniature molding device and compressed by the end user. The functional cleaning product may be a soap, wherein the first ingredient comprises a soap base powder, and wherein the second ingredient comprises an essential scent oil. The plurality of miniature items may comprise a miniature molding device. The miniature molding device may be a silicone mold having a plurality of molding chambers formed therein, wherein the soap is configured to be formed in a molding operation when the ingredients are mixed, disposed and compressed within the plurality of molding chambers by the end user, thereafter removing the soap after a waiting a period of time. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature mixing bowl and a miniature mixing utensil, the miniature mixing utensil comprising a spoon, a spatula or a scoop. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature loofah, a miniature tray and / or a dropper. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature bathtub tray. The miniature bathtub tray may comprise an expandable miniature bathtub tray, wherein in a stored position the bathtub tray is configured to fit within an inside diameter of the primary portion and when in an expanded position is configured to be longer in length than the inside diameter of the primary portion wherein it is configured to rest upon an upper rim of the primary portion. The at least two portions may comprise a primary portion and a secondary portion, wherein when the two portions are closed together define the interior volume, wherein the primary portion is a miniature bathtub configured to contain an amount of water disposed therein. The plurality of miniature items may include a plurality of bathtub feet, wherein the plurality of bathtub feet are configured to attach to an outside of the miniature bathtub.

[0173] FIGS. 47-62 illustrate an embodiment of the present invention being a miniature replica kit 300 resembling a display experience, such as displaying a plant, a bird house and / or a decoration. FIGS. 47 and 58 illustrate the present invention 300 having a shipping container 301 which is generally ball shaped. As previously described, the present invention can include a first shrink wrap covering 104 and / or a second shrink wrap covering 105. The shrink wrap coverings may be removed and the shipping container opened to reveal plurality of miniature items of the miniature kit contained therein.

[0174] As shown in FIG. 58, the shipping container is comprised of a primary portion 302 and a secondary portion 303. In this embodiment there is a tertiary portion 304. When the at least two portions are closed together, they define an interior volume as previously described. The secondary and tertiary portions also function as lids. As shown in FIG. 49, the primary portion is also a miniature display stand.

[0175] Optionally, as shown in FIG. 59 the miniature display stand may include an internally disposed hook 305 disposed opposite an externally disposed stand receiver 306. The hook 305 may be rotatably attached to the miniature display stand and optionally be attachable. The externally disposed stand receiver is configured to receive at least one attachable foot 307 configured for standing the miniature display stand upright upon a horizontal surface 308. The primary portion includes an internally disposed flattened portion 309 configured for placing a miniature item thereon, the internally disposed flattened portion being opposite the externally disposed stand receiver as best shown in FIG. 59. The at least one attachable foot attaches to the stand receiver such that the attachable foot is configured for standing the miniature display stand upright upon the horizontal surface.

[0176] As best shown in FIG. 59, a plurality of miniature items may include a miniature hanging item 310 configured to hang from the internally disposed hook. The miniature hanging item may be a bird bath 311 or a bird house 312. Additionally, the present invention can include a miniature replica bird 313. The bird feeder may be comprised of a hanger 314 and a water bowl 315. The birds may also come packaged within a bird carrier 316 that includes breathing holes and nesting material for the birds during transportation. The kit would also include instructions 317. The kit would also include a curable viscous resin 320 in a resin container 321 configured to be placed by an end user into the bird feeder bowl.

[0177] FIG. 61 is another embodiment of the present invention. Here, the box 322 contains a plurality of parts that can be assembled by the user to form the bird house 312. The parts include a floor 323, a first roof half 324, a second roof half 325, a front 326, a back 327, a first side 328 and a second side 329. In the box 322 these parts are disassembled and laid flat upon one another and secured with rubber bands 330. The various parts are configured to snap fit into one another to form the bird house. Within the bird carrier 316, there can be nesting material 331. Tweezers 332 can be provided for the user to place the nesting material and bird inside the bird house once assembled. Twine 333 can also be provided to hang the bird feeder by the hook 305. Twine can be fed through holes 334 in the roof halves of the bird house.

[0178] FIG. 62 is another embodiment of the present invention. Here, a bird feeder 318 may be filled with a curable viscous resin 320 from the resin container 321. The bird feeder can then be hung from the hook 305 inside the display stand 302.

[0179] FIGS. 47-57 show embodiments of the prevent invention that contain a miniature plant pot 335 for a miniature replica plant 336. Also included in the kit is a plurality of dirt, a plurality of sand and / or a plurality of miniature rocks 337 configured to be placed within the miniature plant pot by the end user. The sand may comprise a kinetic sand. The kit may include a miniature trowel or shovel 338 and a miniature tray 339. An attachable shelf 340 may be included as well to place the various planted items upon.

[0180] As best shown in FIG. 50, a length of string, twine or rope 333 configured to hang the miniature hanging item from the internally disposed hook.

[0181] As best shown in FIG. 51, the user 102,103 may shovel sand and rocks 337 into the miniature plant pot 335 and then place the miniature plant 336 in the pot. These steps can be seen in FIGS. 52-54.

[0182] Another embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 55-57. Here, a vase 319 may be filled with the curable viscous resin 320. Then the plants 336 placed partially into the resin and cured. The plants can also come wrapped in a miniature plant wrap 341 such as how flowers are normally purchased.

[0183] In summary, an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is a miniature replica kit, comprising: a shipping container separable into at least two portions, wherein when the at least two portions are closed together define an interior volume; wherein the shipping container is configured to and does contain a plurality of miniature items during shipping within the interior volume of the shipping container; wherein the plurality of miniature items comprises: a miniature replica plant pot; and a miniature replica plant configured to be placed within the miniature plant pot by an end user. The plurality of miniature items may include a plurality of dirt configured to be placed within the miniature plant pot by the end user. The plurality of miniature items may include a plurality of miniature rocks configured to be placed within the miniature plant pot by the end user. The plurality of miniature items may include a plurality of sand configured to be placed within the miniature plant pot by the end user. The plurality of sand may comprise a kinetic sand. The plurality of miniature items may include a curable viscous resin configured to be placed within the miniature plant pot by the end user. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature garden trowel. The plurality of miniature items may include a tweezer. The miniature replica plant pot may be a miniature replica hanging plant pot. The plurality of miniature items may include a length of string, twine or rope configured to hang the miniature replica hanging plant pot.

[0184] Another exemplary embodiment of the present invention is a miniature replica kit, comprising: a shipping container separable into at least two portions comprising a primary portion and a secondary portion, wherein when the at least two portions are closed together define an interior volume; wherein the shipping container is configured to and does contain a plurality of miniature items during shipping within the interior volume of the shipping container; wherein the primary portion is a miniature display stand; wherein the miniature display stand includes an internally disposed hook disposed opposite an externally disposed stand receiver; and wherein the externally disposed stand receiver is configured to receive at least one attachable foot configured for standing the miniature display stand upright upon a horizontal surface. The primary portion may comprise an internally disposed flattened portion configured for placing a miniature item thereon, the internally disposed flattened portion being opposite the externally disposed stand receiver. The at least one attachable foot may be configured for standing the miniature display stand upright upon the horizontal surface. The internally disposed hook may be rotatably attached to the miniature display stand. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature hanging item configured to hang from the internally disposed hook. The miniature hanging item may be a bird feeder or a bird house. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature replica bird. The plurality of miniature items may include a curable viscous resin configured to be placed by an end user into the bird feeder. The plurality of miniature items may include a plurality of miniature bird feed configured to be placed by an end user into the bird feeder. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature bird nest configured to be placed by an end user into the bird house. The bird feeder or the bird house may be comprised of at least two structures configured to be assembled by an end user. The miniature replica bird may be disposed within a miniature replica bird carrier. The miniature hanging item may be a miniature plant pot. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature replica plant configured to be placed within the miniature plant pot by an end user. The plurality of miniature items may include a plurality of dirt, a plurality of sand and / or a plurality of miniature rocks configured to be placed within the miniature plant pot by the end user. The plurality of sand may comprise a kinetic sand. The plurality of miniature items may include a length of string, twine or rope configured to hang the miniature hanging item from the internally disposed hook. The plurality of miniature items may include a tweezer.

[0185] FIGS. 63-84 illustrate an embodiment of the present invention being a miniature replica kit 400 for a molding experience. FIG. 63 illustrates the present invention 400 having a shipping container 401 which is generally ball shaped. The shipping container can comprise a first portion 402, a second portion 403 and a third portion 404. As previously described, the present invention can include a first shrink wrap covering 104 and / or a second shrink wrap covering 105. The shrink wrap coverings may be removed and the shipping container opened to reveal plurality of miniature items of the miniature kit contained therein.

[0186] The kit includes a curable viscous resin 405 contained within a resin container 406. The kit also contains a silicone mold 407 configured to be turned inside out by an end user. The silicone mold is best understood viewing FIG. 66, which is a sectional view of the structure of FIG. 65. The silicone mold in a mold configuration includes an outer wall portion 408 connected to an inner wall portion 409 by a base portion 410. The mold configuration 411 is shown in FIGS. 65-66. The silicone mold can be turned inside out to a reversed configuration 412 as shown in FIG. 67, where the inside surface of the outer wall portion in the mold configuration is now an outside surface in the reversed configuration. The inner wall portion is sealed at a top portion 413 in the mold configuration. The mold also includes protrusions 414 that allow the handle and spout to be thereafter connected.

[0187] The plurality of miniature items of the kit includes a colored paint and / or a glitter 415 in a second container 416. A miniature brush 417 is configured to dispose the colored paint and / or the glitter on the outside surface of the silicone mold in the reversed configuration as shown in FIG. 68.

[0188] As shown in FIG. 69, the curable viscous resin is configured to be disposed in the silicone mold in the mold configuration. The resin can be cured with sunlight or with a UV light 418 as shown in FIG. 70. As shown in FIG. 71, after curing an unfinished molded part 420 can be released from the silicone mold by the end user.

[0189] The plurality of miniature items includes an additional part configured to be attached to the molded part to form a finished miniature part 421. To help finish the part, sandpaper 422 may be included to sand the bottom of the molded part as shown in FIG. 72. The additional parts can be a spout 423, a handle 424 and a lid 425. These additional parts may be bonded to the molded part 420 with the use of additional curable resin 405.

[0190] As shown in FIG. 77 an auxiliary cover 426 may be configured to be disposed about the finished miniature part. A sticker or a decal 427 may be configured to be disposed on the finished miniature part, such as a cat face sticker for the lid.

[0191] During molding, the kit can include a protective molding base 428 that is larger in size in comparison to the silicone mold, where the silicone mold is configured to be placed upon the protective molding base to contain any spillage of the curable viscous resin.

[0192] FIGS. 79-84 show another embodiment of the present invention being a miniature for a candle molding experience. Here, the silicone mold 407 has at least one candle-like chamber 430. The candle-like chamber is configured to receive at least a portion of the at least one wick 432 in a wick receptacle 431, which is a blind hole.

[0193] This kit can include more than one resin, such as two resins with differing colors. Thus, the first curable viscous resin 405a is configured to be dispensed inside the candle-like chamber by an end user. Optionally, a second curable viscous resin 405b is also configured to be dispensed inside the candle-like chamber. The resins may also be an ultraviolet light curable viscous resin.

[0194] After curing a miniature candle may be removed from the candle-like chamber of the mold 407 as shown in FIG. 83. Thus, finished candles 433 can be displayed as shown in FIG. 84. As shown in FIGS. 79-83, the mold can include at least two candle-like chambers. Furthermore, the at least two candle-like chambers may be different in size and / or shape.

[0195] Although several embodiments have been described in detail for purposes of illustration, various modifications may be made to each without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Accordingly, the invention is not to be limited, except as by the claims in the subsequent utility application.

[0196] In summary, an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is a miniature replica kit for a molding experience, comprising: a shipping container separable into at least two portions, wherein when the at least two portions are closed together define an interior volume; wherein the shipping container is configured to and does contain a plurality of miniature items during shipping within the interior volume of the shipping container; wherein the plurality of miniature items comprises: a curable viscous resin contained within a resin container; and a silicone mold configured to be turned inside out by an end user. The silicone mold in a mold configuration may include an outer wall portion connected to an inner wall portion by a base portion, wherein when the silicone mold is turned inside out to a reversed configuration an inside surface of the outer wall portion in the mold configuration is now an outside surface in the reversed configuration. The inner wall portion may be sealed at a top portion in the mold configuration. The plurality of miniature items may include a colored paint and / or a glitter in a second container. The plurality of miniature items may include a miniature brush configured to dispose the colored paint and / or the glitter on the outside surface of the silicone mold in the reversed configuration. The curable viscous resin may be configured to be disposed in the silicone mold in the mold configuration and after curing a molded part can be released from the silicone mold by the end user. The plurality of miniature items may include an additional part configured to be attached to the molded part to form a finished miniature part. A secondary miniature part associated with the finished miniature part may be included. An auxiliary cover configured to be disposed about the finished miniature part may be included. A sticker or a decal may be configured to be disposed on the finished miniature part. The plurality of miniature items may include a protective molding base larger in size in comparison to the silicone mold, where the silicone mold is configured to be placed upon the protective molding base to contain any spillage of the curable viscous resin. The plurality of miniature items may include a sandpaper.

[0197] Another exemplary embodiment of the present invention is a miniature replica kit for a candle molding experience, comprising: a shipping container separable into at least two portions, wherein when the at least two portions are closed together define an interior volume; wherein the shipping container is configured to and does contain a plurality of miniature items during shipping within the interior volume of the shipping container; wherein the plurality of miniature items comprises: a first curable viscous resin contained within a first resin container; and a silicone mold having at least one candle-like chamber; wherein the first curable viscous resin is configured to be dispensed inside the at least one candle-like chamber by an end user; wherein after curing a miniature candle may be removed from the at least one candle-like chamber. The first curable viscous resin may have a first color. The plurality of miniature items may include a second curable viscous within a second resin container. The second curable viscous resin may have a second color, wherein the first color and the second color are different colors. The first curable viscous resin may be an ultraviolet light first curable viscous resin. The ultraviolet light first curable viscous resin may be configured to cure under ultraviolet light having a wavelength of 365 nanometers. The plurality of miniature items may include at least one wick. The at least one candle-like chamber may be configured to receive at least a portion of the at least one wick in a wick receptacle. A top opening of the at least one candle-like chamber may correspond to a bottom of the miniature candle. The at least one candle-like chamber may have at least two candle-like chambers. The at least two candle-like chambers may be different in size and / or shape. The plurality of miniature items may include a sandpaper.REFERENCE NUMERALS100 miniature replica kit

[0199] 101 shipping container

[0200] 101a first portion, shipping container

[0201] 101b second portion, shipping container

[0202] 102 hands

[0203] 103 user

[0204] 104 first shrink wrap covering

[0205] 105 second shrink wrap covering

[0206] 106 indicia

[0207] 107 relief hole

[0208] 108 perforated portion

[0209] 109 interior volume, shipping container

[0210] 110 flat spot

[0211] 111 top packaging subassembly

[0212] 112 middle packaging subassembly

[0213] 112a first clamshell portion, middle packaging subassembly

[0214] 112b second clamshell portion, middle packaging subassembly

[0215] 113 bottom packaging subassembly

[0216] 114 flattened items

[0217] 115 resin dispensing appliance

[0218] 115a juice dispensing appliance

[0219] 115b espresso dispensing appliance

[0220] 115c soda dispensing appliance

[0221] 115d boba dispensing appliance

[0222] 116 lid, resin dispensing appliance

[0223] 117 base, resin dispensing appliance

[0224] 118 resin receptacle, resin dispensing appliance

[0225] 119 inner liner, resin dispensing appliance

[0226] 120 ingredient dispensing appliance

[0227] 121 lid, ingredient dispensing appliance

[0228] 122 base, ingredient dispensing appliance

[0229] 123 ingredient receptacle, ingredient dispensing appliance

[0230] 124 valve button, resin dispensing appliance

[0231] 125 bottom of receptacle, resin dispensing appliance

[0232] 126 valve button, ingredient dispensing appliance

[0233] 127 bottom of receptacle, ingredient dispensing appliance

[0234] 128 male connector

[0235] 129 female connector

[0236] 130 curable resin

[0237] 131 resin container

[0238] 132 miniature replica ingredient item

[0239] 132a miniature replica ice (crushed or cubes)

[0240] 132b miniature replica boba

[0241] 132c miniature replica foam

[0242] 133 miniature coasters

[0243] 134 miniature replica of tableware

[0244] 134a miniature replica cup

[0245] 134b miniature replica straw

[0246] 134c miniature replica lid for cup

[0247] 134d miniature replica cup carrier

[0248] 134e miniature replica spoon

[0249] 134f miniature replica coffee cup

[0250] 134g miniature replica coaster plate

[0251] 135 sticker dispensing appliance

[0252] 136 plurality of stickers

[0253] 137 transfer sheet

[0254] 138 resin dispensing hole

[0255] 139 valve

[0256] 140 valve button

[0257] 200 miniature replica kit

[0258] 201 shipping container

[0259] 202 primary portion, bathtub, shipping container

[0260] 203 secondary portion, lid, shipping container

[0261] 204 first ingredient

[0262] 204a sugar

[0263] 204b salt

[0264] 204c colored powder

[0265] 204d fizzy powder

[0266] 204e soap base powder

[0267] 205 second ingredient, body oil

[0268] 206 third ingredient, essential scent oil

[0269] 207 mixing bowl

[0270] 208 spatula / spoon / scoop

[0271] 209 loofah

[0272] 210 functional cleaning product

[0273] 210a scrub

[0274] 210b soap

[0275] 210c bath bomb

[0276] 211 mason jar

[0277] 212 base, mason jar

[0278] 213 lid, mason jar

[0279] 214 elastic hinge, mason jar

[0280] 215 circular portion, elastic hinge

[0281] 216 closure feature, elastic hinge

[0282] 217 protrusion, base, mason jar

[0283] 218 miniature tray

[0284] 219 expandable miniature tray

[0285] 220 liquid dropper

[0286] 221 feet, bathtub

[0287] 222 water

[0288] 223 miniature molding device

[0289] 224 tube, miniature molding device

[0290] 225 first end, tube, miniature molding device

[0291] 226 second end, tube, miniature molding device

[0292] 227 first miniature mold portion

[0293] 228 second miniature mold portion

[0294] 229 miniature molding device, silicone mold

[0295] 230 chambers, silicone mold

[0296] 300 miniature replica kit

[0297] 301 shipping container

[0298] 302 primary portion, miniature display stand

[0299] 303 secondary portion

[0300] 304 tertiary portion

[0301] 305 internally disposed hook

[0302] 306 externally disposed stand receiver

[0303] 307 attachable foot

[0304] 308 horizontal surface

[0305] 309 internally disposed flattened portion

[0306] 310 miniature hanging item

[0307] 311 bird bath

[0308] 312 bird house

[0309] 313 miniature bird

[0310] 314 hanger

[0311] 315 water bowl

[0312] 316 bird carrier

[0313] 317 instructions

[0314] 318 bird feeder

[0315] 319 vase

[0316] 320 curable viscous resin

[0317] 321 resin container

[0318] 322 box

[0319] 323 floor, bird house

[0320] 324 first roof half, bird house

[0321] 325 second roof half, bird house

[0322] 326 front, bird house

[0323] 327 back, bird house

[0324] 328 first side, bird house

[0325] 329 second side, bird house

[0326] 330 rubber bands

[0327] 331 nesting material

[0328] 332 tweezers

[0329] 333 twine

[0330] 334 hole, roof half, bird house

[0331] 335 miniature plant pot

[0332] 336 miniature replica plant

[0333] 337 dirt, sand and / or rocks

[0334] 338 trowel or shovel

[0335] 339 miniature tray

[0336] 340 shelf

[0337] 341 miniature plant wrap

[0338] 400 miniature replica kit

[0339] 401 shipping container

[0340] 402 first portion

[0341] 403 second portion

[0342] 404 third portion

[0343] 405 curable resin

[0344] 406 resin container

[0345] 407 silicone mold, reversible

[0346] 408 outer wall portion, silicone mold

[0347] 409 inner wall portion, silicone mold

[0348] 410 base portion, silicone mold

[0349] 411 mold configuration, silicone mold

[0350] 412 reversed configuration, silicone mold

[0351] 413 top portion, silicone mold

[0352] 414 protrusions

[0353] 415 paint / glitter

[0354] 416 paint / glitter container

[0355] 417 miniature brush

[0356] 418 UV light

[0357] 420 unfinished molded part

[0358] 421 finished molded part

[0359] 422 sandpaper

[0360] 423 spout

[0361] 424 handle

[0362] 425 lid

[0363] 426 auxiliary cover

[0364] 427 sticker / decal

[0365] 428 protective base

[0366] 430 candle-like chamber

[0367] 431 wick receptacle / blind hole

[0368] 432 wick

[0369] 433 finished candles

Claims

1. A miniature replica kit resembling a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance, comprising:a curable resin contained within a resin container; anda resin dispensing appliance;wherein the resin dispensing appliance is a miniature replica of the full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance;wherein the resin dispensing appliance includes a resin receptacle in fluidic communication with a manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the resin receptacle;wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle; andwherein the curable resin is configured to be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by an end user.

2. The miniature replica kit of claim 1, wherein the curable resin is an ultraviolet light curable viscous resin.

3. The miniature replica kit of claim 2, wherein the ultraviolet light curable viscous resin is configured to cure under ultraviolet light having a wavelength of 365 nanometers.

4. The miniature replica kit of claim 1, including a miniature replica of a cup or a bowl, wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle and be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by the end user into the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl.

5. The miniature replica kit of claim 4, wherein the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl is transparent allowing ultraviolet light to pass therethrough.

6. The miniature replica kit of claim 1, wherein the resin container is not transparent and is configured to block ultraviolet light from passing therethrough.

7. The miniature replica kit of claim 4, including at least one miniature replica ingredient item.

8. The miniature replica kit of claim 7, wherein the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item are configured to be disposed in the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl and thereafter solidify when exposed to ultraviolet light attaching the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item forming a cured composite miniature replica food item.

9. The miniature replica kit of claim 1, wherein the resin dispensing appliance includes an inner liner configured to be removable from the resin dispending appliance.

10. The miniature replica kit of claim 9, wherein the inner liner is made from polypropylene.

11. The miniature replica kit of claim 9, wherein the inner liner is configured to receive the curable resin while still contained within the resin container when a lid of the resin container is opened.

12. The miniature replica kit of claim 11, wherein the inner liner is configured to receive the resin container and hold the resin container upside-down at an angle from 5 to 45 degrees relative to a vertical position.

13. The miniature replica kit of claim 7, including an ingredient dispensing appliance, wherein the ingredient dispensing appliance is a second miniature replica of another full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance, wherein the ingredient dispensing appliance includes an ingredient receptacle in fluidic communication with a second manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the ingredient receptacle, wherein the at least one miniature replica ingredient item is configured to be disposed within the ingredient receptacle.

14. The miniature replica kit of claim 13, wherein the resin dispensing appliance and the ingredient dispensing appliance are configured to attach to one another in a side-by-side arrangement.

15. The miniature replica kit of claim 13, wherein the resin dispensing appliance and the ingredient dispensing appliance are integrally formed as a combination dispensing appliance during manufacture.

16. The miniature replica kit of claim 13, wherein the at least one miniature replica ingredient items are ice or boba, the ice or the boba being a non-curable element.

17. The miniature replica kit of claim 1, including a sticker dispensing appliance including a plurality of stickers disposed on a transfer sheet.

18. The miniature replica kit of claim 17, wherein the resin dispensing appliance and the sticker dispensing appliance are configured to attach to one another in a side-by-side arrangement.

19. The miniature replica kit of claim 7, including a shipping container separable into two portions, wherein when the two portions are closed together define an interior volume, wherein the resin dispensing appliance and the resin container are disposed within the interior volume during shipping.

20. The miniature replica kit of claim 19, wherein each of the two portions of the shipping container have a hemispherical shape including a flat spot centered about the hemispherical shape.

21. The miniature replica kit of claim 19, including at least one shrink wrap covering surrounding the shipping container.

22. The miniature replica kit of claim 21, wherein the shrink wrap covering includes indicia associated with the full-sized drink and / or the food dispensing appliance.

23. The miniature replica kit of claim 19, including a middle packaging subassembly configured to contain at least the resin dispensing appliance.

24. The miniature replica kit of claim 23, including a top packaging subassembly and a bottom packaging subassembly, wherein the top packaging subassembly is configured to contain at least the resin container, wherein the bottom packaging subassembly is configured to contain the at least the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl, wherein the middle subassembly is configured to be disposed between the top and bottom packaging subassembly when disposed within the shipping container.

25. The miniature replica kit of claim 1, wherein the resin dispensing appliance is a miniature replica of a boba dispensing appliance, an espresso dispensing appliance, a juice dispensing appliance or a soda dispensing appliance.

26. A miniature replica kit resembling a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance, comprising:a curable resin contained within a resin container, wherein the curable resin is an ultraviolet light curable viscous resin; anda resin dispensing appliance;wherein the resin dispensing appliance is a miniature replica of the full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance;wherein the resin dispensing appliance includes a resin receptacle in fluidic communication with a manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the resin receptacle;wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle;wherein the curable resin is configured to be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by an end user;a miniature replica of a cup or a bowl, wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle and be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by the end user into the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl; andat least one miniature replica ingredient item;wherein the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item are configured to be disposed in the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl and thereafter solidify when exposed to ultraviolet light attaching the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item forming a cured composite miniature replica food item.

27. A miniature replica kit resembling a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance, comprising:a curable resin contained within a resin container, wherein the curable resin is an ultraviolet light curable viscous resin; anda resin dispensing appliance;wherein the resin dispensing appliance is a miniature replica of the full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance;wherein the resin dispensing appliance includes a resin receptacle in fluidic communication with a manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the resin receptacle;wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle;wherein the curable resin is configured to be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by an end user;a miniature replica of a cup or a bowl, wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle and be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by the end user into the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl;at least one miniature replica ingredient item;wherein the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item are configured to be disposed in the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl and thereafter solidify when exposed to ultraviolet light attaching the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item forming a cured composite miniature replica food item; andincluding either:a) an ingredient dispensing appliance, wherein the ingredient dispensing appliance is a second miniature replica of another full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance, wherein the ingredient dispensing appliance includes an ingredient receptacle in fluidic communication with a second manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the ingredient receptacle, wherein the at least one miniature replica ingredient item is configured to be disposed within the ingredient receptacle; and / or,b) a sticker dispensing appliance including a plurality of stickers disposed on a transfer sheet.

28. A miniature replica kit including a plurality of miniature replica items associated with a full-sized drink and / or a food dispensing appliance, wherein the plurality of miniature replica items includes at least one non-curable element and at least one curable element, wherein the plurality of miniature replica items comprise:a curable resin contained within a resin container;a miniature replica of a cup or a bowl;at least one miniature replica ingredient item; anda resin dispensing appliance, wherein the resin dispensing appliance is a miniature replica of the full-sized drink and / or food dispensing appliance, wherein the resin dispensing appliance includes a resin receptacle in fluidic communication with a manually actuated valve disposed at a bottom of the resin receptacle, wherein the curable resin is configured to be disposed within the resin receptacle, and wherein the curable resin is configured to be dispensed through the manually actuated valve when actuated by an end user;wherein the at least one curable element comprises the curable resin;wherein the at least one non-curable element comprises the at least one miniature replica ingredient item and the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl;wherein the curable resin and the at least one miniature replica ingredient item are configured to be disposed in the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl and thereafter solidify when exposed to ultraviolet light attaching the curable resin, the at least one miniature replica ingredient item and the miniature replica of the cup or the bowl forming a cured composite miniature replica food item.

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