Patent classifications
G09F1/06
Removably securing a sliceform to a foldable article
A foldable article having a sliceform removably secured to one or more panels of the foldable article. A tab having a retaining portion may extend from at least one of the one or more panels of the foldable article. The tab may pass through an opening in the sliceform and the retaining portion may be wider than the width of the opening. The retaining member may be manipulated to pass through the opening to removably secure the sliceform to, and/or detach the sliceform from, the foldable article.
POP-UP GREETING CARD WITH PLUSH DISPLAY ELEMENT
A greeting card assembly that contains a first flap and a second flap that are joined at a central fold seam. The first flap and the second flap can move between an open configuration and a closed configuration. A flat center support is provided that extends vertically over the central fold seam. The flat center support has a flat face surface and a flat back surface. A plush body is set in the center of the greeting card assembly. The plush body is attached to both the first flap and the second flap. The flat center support extends into an interior of said plush body through an open bottom. When the first flap and the second flap are moved into their closed configuration, the plush body is pressed against both the flat face surface and the flat back surface of the flat center support.
POP-UP GREETING CARD WITH PLUSH DISPLAY ELEMENT
A greeting card assembly that contains a first flap and a second flap that are joined at a central fold seam. The first flap and the second flap can move between an open configuration and a closed configuration. A flat center support is provided that extends vertically over the central fold seam. The flat center support has a flat face surface and a flat back surface. A plush body is set in the center of the greeting card assembly. The plush body is attached to both the first flap and the second flap. The flat center support extends into an interior of said plush body through an open bottom. When the first flap and the second flap are moved into their closed configuration, the plush body is pressed against both the flat face surface and the flat back surface of the flat center support.
THERMOPLASTIC POLYMER IMAGE DISPLAY DEVICE
An image display device for displaying wall art, comprising: a transparent top layer comprising a thermoplastic polymer, wherein the transparent top layer comprises a first side and a second side, and wherein the top layer overlays a viewing side of at least one image.
Free-standing vertical structures for displaying botanic media
A free-standing vertical structure is described including at least one wall structure having a plurality of live plants removably secured thereto. The wall structures may also include non-botanic media in combination with the plurality of plants such as traditional media, to form a new mixed media format for conveying information, herein referred to as botanic media. The plurality of plants may be configured to surround the non-botanic media to create a frame or border. The plants may also be arranged and configured to display information themselves. The non-botanic media and/or plants are configured on the wall structure to convey information readily perceivable by a passerby. The plants are preferably hydroponically-fed with nutrients and water from an irrigation system.
Free-standing vertical structures for displaying botanic media
A free-standing vertical structure is described including at least one wall structure having a plurality of live plants removably secured thereto. The wall structures may also include non-botanic media in combination with the plurality of plants such as traditional media, to form a new mixed media format for conveying information, herein referred to as botanic media. The plurality of plants may be configured to surround the non-botanic media to create a frame or border. The plants may also be arranged and configured to display information themselves. The non-botanic media and/or plants are configured on the wall structure to convey information readily perceivable by a passerby. The plants are preferably hydroponically-fed with nutrients and water from an irrigation system.
Pop-up greeting card with locking mechanism
A locking mechanism is provided for a pop-up greeting card. The card includes first and second generally planar panels which are connected to each other at a fold line. A plurality of pop-up elements extend from the inner surface of the first panel to the inner surface of the second panel. The card includes a locking mechanism having a pivoting tab which can engage a stop member, maintaining the card in an open position. Selecting the appropriate length of the tab determines the angle that the card can be opened. The stop mechanism can be located on either the first or second panels or on one of the panels and a pop-up element.
Pop-up greeting card with locking mechanism
A locking mechanism is provided for a pop-up greeting card. The card includes first and second generally planar panels which are connected to each other at a fold line. A plurality of pop-up elements extend from the inner surface of the first panel to the inner surface of the second panel. The card includes a locking mechanism having a pivoting tab which can engage a stop member, maintaining the card in an open position. Selecting the appropriate length of the tab determines the angle that the card can be opened. The stop mechanism can be located on either the first or second panels or on one of the panels and a pop-up element.
Flexible drive shaft for greeting cards and the like
A greeting card having mechanically actuated moving portions is provided. The greeting card may include a panel having one or more folds, one or more flexible drive shafts coupled to the panel and having a flipping or moving portion, and a decorative portion coupled to at least one of the panel and the flipping or moving portion. Each flexible drive shaft may be coupled to the panel such that a portion is positioned on a first side of the fold and a portion is positioned on a second side of the fold. When the greeting card is opened, a moment arm is created in the flexible drive shaft which causes the flipping or moving portion to move from a first position to a second position. The decorative portion may move in response to the flipping or moving portion moving from the first position to the second position.
Flexible drive shaft for greeting cards and the like
A greeting card having mechanically actuated moving portions is provided. The greeting card may include a panel having one or more folds, one or more flexible drive shafts coupled to the panel and having a flipping or moving portion, and a decorative portion coupled to at least one of the panel and the flipping or moving portion. Each flexible drive shaft may be coupled to the panel such that a portion is positioned on a first side of the fold and a portion is positioned on a second side of the fold. When the greeting card is opened, a moment arm is created in the flexible drive shaft which causes the flipping or moving portion to move from a first position to a second position. The decorative portion may move in response to the flipping or moving portion moving from the first position to the second position.