A carrying case utilizes a layer of phase change materials and a thermal insulation layer in order to provide a temperature-stabilized environment for enclosed payloads such as musical instruments during transport through an environment in which temperatures differ greatly from those to which they are normally exposed. In one aspect, the phase change materials and thermal insulation provide an extended period of temperature constancy, without the addition of either active thermal control or excessively bulky insulation.

A storage bag includes an enclosed space, a first zipper and a second zipper. The enclosed space is at least partially surrounded by a front wall, a back wall, a left side wall, a right side wall, and a bottom wall. The first zipper is movable between the front wall and the left side wall from a top of the front wall to a bottom of the front wall and is further movable between the left side wall and the bottom wall. The second zipper is movable between the front wall and the right side wall from the top of the front wall to the bottom of the front wall and is further movable between the right side wall and the bottom wall. Each of the front wall, the back wall, the left side wall, the right side wall, and the bottom wall is substantially flat.

A carry container is interchangeable between a closed position and an open position, wherein the container converts into a protective mat, such as a placemat, and becomes a barrier against germs. In one embodiment, the carry container includes an outer shell including a bottom panel and four side panels extending from the bottom panel and being configured to releasably attach to each of the two neighboring side panels using a fastener to form a container for carrying one or more items, such as food items. An inner lining formed by a generally square sheet is attached to an inner facing side of the outer shell and defines the protective mat when the outer shell is in an open position and flat on a surface. The container can be easily converted between the closed position (lunch box) and open position (protective mat).

A maternity bag with a bag body defining an outer surface and a changing mat configured to be detachable from the outer surface of the body. The changing mat is optionally made of a same material as the bag body and/or has the same texture or color as the outer surface of the bag body, and is dimensioned to at least partially wrap around the outer surface of the bag body so as to be fully integrated and indistinguishable. The function and the look of the changing mat is concealed as it is integrated to the bag when attached. A method for changing babies using the bag is also provided. The changing mat being wrapped around the bag, it reinforces the body's structure and liberates space inside the bag. The invention provides an elegant and stylishly fashionable look to the bag. The invention also concerns the changing mat configured to be affixed to a diaper bag.

A self-configuring bag device formed of flexible material is configured for easy folding and storage while in a first position, and to operate as a bag to carry objects within an interior cavity in a bag configuration. Changing between the first position and bag configuration is accomplished by pulling upon first and second portions of a flexible member slidably positioned within a channel running around the perimeter edge of the body.

A unique flexible container combination comprises a viscoelastomeric thermoset overlay disposed upon a flexible supportive base. Desirably, the viscoelastomeric thermoset overlay possesses exceptional adhesive, cohesive and releasability properties. In some embodiments, the flexible container combination can also exhibit antipathogenic, cleansability and/or reusability properties. The flexible container combination can maintain an adhered stowable item in an immobilized position until intentionally removed therefrom by a user. In some embodiments, the flexible container combination can be folded or rolled into a rolled-up configuration.

The present invention relates, in some embodiments thereof, to a modular handbag with detachable parts. The handbag includes a bag's body with front and back facets, side facets and a bottom facet. At least one of the bag's body facets is reversibly detachable, allowing a user to exchange one or more of the facets and design the handbag as desired. The handbag may further include a top cover with an opening and one or more straps.

An apparatus or case for protecting a golf bag or other equipment is provided that includes a protective mat having a skeletal support structure that can be wrapped around the golf bag or other equipment to protect the golf bag or equipment during travel. The apparatus is configured to conveniently fit into a duffel or travel bag for transport, and also to be rolled up into a narrowed, spiral configuration for storage when it is not in use, and may be expandable to adjust in diameter depending on the size of the article encased.

A satchel and wallet combination assembly includes a container that is flexible and includes a perimeter wall having an upper end open to access an interior of the container. The container may be manipulated into a folded condition wherein the container is folded multiple times upon itself and into a deployed condition wherein the container is unfolded. A wallet is attached to a front wall of the container such that a top edge of the wallet is positioned adjacent to the upper end and the first lateral edge of the container. The wallet is positionable in the container when the container is in the deployed condition. The container is abuttable against the wallet when the container is in the folded condition such that the container has a length and width substantially equal to a length and width of the wallet.

Animal carriers for transporting animals, such as pets are described. An animal carrier includes one or more carrier portions, such as a carrying panel, having an absorbent fabric that allows the carrier to be used to dry or clean the animal. The animal carrier includes several straps attached at the front and rear edges of the carrying portion to allow the carrier to be carried over the shoulder and to provide stability for the animal in the carrier. The carrier has an opening to allow the animal to see its surroundings and owner. Other embodiments are also described and claimed.