SNAP ON ACCESSORY FOR GARMENTS

Abstract

The present invention introduces a revolutionary Snap-On attachment system designed to transform the integration of wearable accessories into clothing, shoes, home articles, and accessories. This innovative system addresses the limitations of traditional attachment methods by providing a user-friendly, durable, and versatile solution that enables multiple installations and removals without causing damage to the fabrics and materials. To enhance customization, the invention introduces Snap-On sleeves with additional snap attachments, enabling users to add multiple accessories and personalize their garments to suit their preferences. These Snap-Ons are crafted from premium materials, ensuring long-lasting effectiveness and resistance to wear and tear, making them ideal for everyday use. Furthermore, the Snap-Ons provide branding opportunities for businesses and organizations, with customizable shapes, colors, raised letters, and other indicia allowing for distinctive visual representation and use as identification devices.

Claims

1. A Snap-On attachment system for integrating wearable accessories into clothing, shoes, home articles, and accessories, comprising: a Snap-On mechanism featuring a post, socket, stud, dock washer, and cap, wherein said post is designed with a protruding peg and is capable of securely attaching to said stud, and said socket is adapted to engage said post and attach to a fabric layer or material to be joined with said stud; said stud designed to connect with said post and attach to another fabric layer or material, thereby enabling the integration of wearable accessories onto various fabrics and materials without causing damage; a film of butyl tape as bedding compound positioned between the fabric layers and surrounding said post to create an interference fit, providing a secure and versatile identification snap that accommodates fabric of varying thickness; and cap placed over the assembled socket and stud to enhance the aesthetic appearance and protect the snap fastener from external elements.

2. The Snap-On attachment system of claim 1, further comprising Snap-On sleeves featuring additional snap attachments, allowing users to add multiple accessories and customize their garments according to their preferences and unique style.

3. A method for applying the Snap-On fastening mechanism of claim 1, comprising the steps of: creating small holes or slits in the fabric to be joined; placing the post on the underside of the fabric with the protruding peg extending through the hole; securing the post to the fabric by using a snap fastener tool or pliers to apply pressure; inserting the socket through the corresponding hole on the top side of the fabric, aligning the circular opening with the peg of the post on the other side of the fabric; placing the stud over the socket's peg and pressing down with a snap fastener tool or pliers to securely lock them together; positioning a bedding compound film over the post to create an interference fit, ensuring a secure attachment between the stud and socket; and placing a cap over the assembled socket and stud for decorative and protective purposes.

4. The Snap-On attachment system of claim 1, wherein the Snap-Ons are customizable in terms of shape, color, raised letters, and other indicia, providing branding opportunities for businesses and organizations as identification devices.

5. A wearable accessory incorporating the Snap-On attachment system of claim 1, wherein said accessory is securely integrated into clothing, shoes, home articles, or accessories using the user-friendly Snap-On mechanism, allowing for multiple installations and removals without causing damage to the fabric or materials.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS

[0025] The aforesaid as well as other objects and advantages of the invention will appear hereinafter from the following description taken in connection with the accompanying drawings in which:

[0026] FIG. 1 illustrates an exploded embodiment of the snap on accessory;

[0027] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of film material made of butyl tape used as bedding compound;

[0028] FIG. 3 illustrates another exemplary embodiment of the snap on accessory illustrating its snapping mechanism;

[0029] FIG. 4 illustrates further embodiment of the snapping mechanism of the snap on accessory; and

[0030] FIG. 5 illustrates prototype embodiment of the snap on accessory;

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0031] Additional features and advantages of the invention will be outlined in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by the practice of the invention. These and other features of the present invention will become more fully apparent from the following description or may be learned by the practice of the invention as set forth hereinafter.

[0032] With reference now to the drawings, and in particular, from FIG. 1 to FIG. 5 thereof, a snap on accessory for garments embodying the principles and concepts of the present invention is described.

[0033] Referring to FIG. 1, an embodiment 100 of the snap on accessory is disclosed wherein the accessory is utilized as a small identification device, with articles of clothing that would be easy to install and remove. It would be desirable if such an identification device could carry ornamental and identification role for a variety of garments and accessories.

[0034] In an embodiment of the present invention, the snap fastening mechanism involves several components including but not limited to post 104, socket 106, stud 108, bedding compound 110, and cap 112. These components work together to create a secure and versatile identification snap 102 that can be easily attached to and removed from clothing without damaging the fabric. The post 104 is the male part of the snap fastener, having a small, protruding peg in the center designed to fit into the receptacle of the stud 108. The socket 106 is the female part of the snap fastener usually attached to one of the fabric layers or materials that need to be joined. It has a circular hole in the middle to accommodate the post 104. The stud 108 is the counterpart to the socket 106 designed to connect with the post 104 and has a receptacle or cavity that aligns with the post's peg and attaches to the other fabric layer or material that needs to be joined to the socket. The bedding compound 110 is an adhesive film material of around 3 millimeter preferably made of synthetic rubber known as Butyl rubber that has excellent sealing properties, making it suitable for a wide range of sealing and wedding purpose. It is placed between the fabric layers, surrounding the cap 112, and serves as a spacer. The bedding compound film helps create an interference fit, ensuring a secure attachment of the snap components and accommodating fabric of varying thickness. The cap that is placed over the assembled socket and stud serves both as a decorative and protective purpose, providing a finished appearance and shielding the snap fastener from external elements.

[0035] Referring to FIG. 2, an embodiment 200 of the 3 millimeter film material is disclosed made of butyl tape which is commonly used as a bedding compound is typically composed of a backing material coated on one side with a layer of butyl rubber adhesive. Butyl tape is highly resistant to weathering, making it suitable for outdoor applications. It remains effective in extreme temperatures, including both hot and cold conditions. Resistant: One of the main advantages of butyl tape is its ability to form a watertight seal. It is ideal for sealing joints and gaps where water or moisture ingress must be prevented. Butyl tape exhibits excellent adhesion to a wide range of surfaces, including metal, glass, wood, concrete, and many plastics. This strong bond ensures a long-lasting seal. The tape is flexible and conformable, making it easy to apply to irregular surfaces and around curves. Butyl rubber is a non-drying adhesive, meaning it stays tacky and does not harden over time. This characteristic ensures a continuous and effective seal for extended periods.

[0036] Referring to FIG. 3, an embodiment 300 of the snap on accessory discloses snap fastening mechanism process wherein to apply the snap fastening mechanism, the process starts by creating small holes or slits in the fabric where you want the snap to be placed. These holes should be just large enough to accommodate the snap components comfortably. Now place the post on the underside of the fabric, with the peg sticking out through the hole. The post may have small prongs or teeth that grip the fabric, ensuring a secure hold. Using a snap fastener tool or pliers designed for this purpose, press down on the post to secure it firmly to the fabric. Now on the top side of the fabric (opposite the post), insert the socket through the corresponding hole. The socket should be positioned in a way that the circular opening aligns with the peg of the post on the other side of the fabric.

[0037] As illustrated in embodiment 400 of FIG. 4, place the stud over the socket's peg, ensuring the receptacle aligns with the post. Press down with the snap fastener tool or pliers to lock them together securely. After attaching the stud and socket, place a 3 millimeter film of butyl tape as betting compound over the post on the underside of the fabric. The bedding compound film surrounds the post and helps create an interference fit, ensuring a tight grip between the stud and socket. If your snap fastening mechanism includes caps, you can place one over the assembled socket and stud. The cap provides a decorative touch and protection to the snap fastener.

[0038] Referring to FIG. 5, an embodiment 500 of the snap-on accessory in the final assembled stage that can be snapped onto a variety of articles that are particularly designed to be used as an identification device for use with a variety of materials. The Snap-On of the present invention are small and can be made of inexpensive materials. In addition, this material permits the identification snap to be formed by having a variety of shapes and colors or raised letters or other indicia to provide distinguishing characteristics. The Snap-On is designed so that it can be easily attached to or removed from a selected garment without damage to the woven fabric of the garment. The Snap-On clamps the selected fabric by means of an interference fit between two clamping members which can accommodate fabric of varying thicknesses.

[0039] The primary objective of the invention is related to a snap-on that can snap easily to a variety of clothing articles, shoes, home articles, and accessories.

[0040] The invention will also provide the user with a high quality snap-on that can be installed or removed easily multiple times without affecting its efficiency and outlook.

[0041] It is also the objective of the invention to provide snap on or attach to the clothes and snap-on sleeves with snaps on top of the sleeves to add more attachments.

[0042] It is further the objective of the invention to provide a snap-on that is developed from high-quality materials and maintains its effectiveness over a long period of time.

[0043] While the exemplary embodiments of the present invention are described and illustrated herein, it will be appreciated that they are merely illustrative. It will be understood by those skilled in the art that various modifications in form and detail may be made therein without departing from or offending the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims. Additionally, the invention illustratively disclosed herein suitably may be practiced in the absence of any element which is not specifically disclosed herein-and in particular, embodiment specifically contemplated, is intended to be practiced in the absence of any element which is not specifically disclosed herein.