Eco-Garden Packaging Device

Abstract

A fabric lawn bag device is disclosed that can be used to hold rocks, mulch, wood chips, etc. The fabric lawn bag device comprises a body component that is configured in a rectangular shape that has a front surface and a rear surface secured together at a bottom end and the opposing side ends, forming an interior cavity for retaining landscaping materials. The body component is manufactured of a fabric material, such that the device is durable and will not tear easily even with heavy material inside. Once, users have emptied the bag device, the user cuts open the body component to lay flat and uses the body component as landscaping fabric to cover a flowerbed or other area. Accordingly, the fabric lawn bag device saves both money and reduces environmental waste by providing a device that functions as two individual products.

Claims

1. A fabric lawn bag device that provides a user with a fabric landscaping bag that doubles as landscaping fabric once empty, the fabric lawn bag device comprising: a body component; and landscaping material; wherein the body component comprises a front surface and a rear surface secured together to form an interior cavity; wherein the landscaping material is inserted into the interior cavity to be retained therein; and further wherein once the body component is emptied, a user can cut open and spread out the body component to be used as a landscaping fabric to prevent growth of weeds.

2. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 1, wherein the body component is configured in a rectangular shape.

3. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 2, wherein the body component is available in different sizes, shapes, and configurations.

4. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 3, wherein the front surface and the rear surface are secured together at a bottom end and at opposing side ends, forming the interior cavity for retaining the landscaping material.

5. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 4, wherein the landscaping material within the body component is mulch, seeds, rocks, wood chips, or stones.

6. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 5, wherein once the landscaping material is inserted into the interior cavity of the body component, a top end of the body component is then secured together.

7. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 6, wherein the top end of the body component comprises an easy open, tear off seam.

8. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 7, wherein the body component is manufactured of a fabric material, such as woven fabrics, nonwoven fabrics, spun fabrics, or burlap.

9. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 8, wherein the body component comprises a plurality of cut guides which are positioned on an exterior of the front and rear surfaces of the body component.

10. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 9, wherein the plurality of cut guides are markings which indicate directions for cutting the body component open for use as landscaping fabric.

11. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 10, wherein once the user utilizes the plurality of cut guides to cut open the body component to use as landscaping fabric, the body component is laid out on flowerbeds as landscaping fabric, then covered with landscaping material.

12. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 11, wherein in an unopened position, the body component functions as a landscaping bag for retaining landscaping material.

13. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 12, wherein once emptied, the body component is cut and spread open, thus, in an open position, the body component functions as a landscaping fabric for preventing weeds.

14. A fabric lawn bag device that provides a user with a fabric landscaping bag that doubles as landscaping fabric once empty, the fabric lawn bag device comprising: a body component configured in a rectangular shape; and landscaping material; wherein the body component comprises a front surface and a rear surface at a bottom end and at opposing side ends, forming an interior cavity for retaining the landscaping material; wherein the landscaping material within the body component is mulch, seeds, rocks, wood chips, or stones; wherein once the landscaping material is inserted into the interior cavity of the body component, a top end of the body component is then secured together; wherein the top end of the body component comprises an easy open, tear off seam; wherein the body component is manufactured of a fabric material, such as woven fabrics, nonwoven fabrics, spun fabrics, or burlap; wherein the body component comprises a plurality of cut guides which are positioned on an exterior of the front and rear surfaces of the body component; wherein the plurality of cut guides are markings which indicate directions for cutting the body component open for use as landscaping fabric; and further wherein once the user utilizes the plurality of cut guides to cut open the body component to use as landscaping fabric, the body component is laid out on flowerbeds as landscaping fabric, then covered with the landscaping material.

15. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 14, wherein the body component comprises an easy to open fastening means located on the top end, bottom end, and side ends of the body component, which releasably secures the front surface and the rear surface together.

16. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 15, wherein the easy to open fastening means is a single thread chain stitch, that opens easily along its seams when pulled or can be easily cut open to spread open the body component to create a single flat sheet.

17. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 16, wherein the body component is positioned in a flowerbed, still filled with landscaping material, then, the single thread chain stitch is pulled on the top end, bottom end, and side ends, to allow the body component to be spread out for use, then the landscaping material is evenly spread over the body component.

18. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 14 further comprising a plurality of indicia.

19. The fabric lawn bag device of claim 14 wherein in an unopened position, the body component functions as a landscaping bag for retaining landscaping material; and in an opened position, the body component functions as a landscaping fabric for preventing weeds.

20. A method of utilizing a fabric landscaping bag as landscaping fabric to save money and reduce environmental waste, the method comprising the following steps: providing a fabric lawn bag device comprising a body component with a front surface and a rear surface secured together to form an interior cavity; inserting landscaping materials into the interior cavity, such as mulch, rocks, seed, etc.; transporting the filled fabric lawn bag devices to a user's home; emptying the filled fabric lawn bag devices; cutting apart the fabric lawn bag devices to be used as landscaping fabric; and positioning the cut apart fabric lawn bag devices in a flower bed to be used as landscaping fabric.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:

[0024] FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of the fabric lawn bag device of the present invention showing the bag device unopened in accordance with the disclosed architecture;

[0025] FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of the fabric lawn bag device of the present invention showing the bag device with mulch inside in accordance with the disclosed architecture;

[0026] FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of the fabric lawn bag device of the present invention showing the bag device with cut guides in accordance with the disclosed architecture;

[0027] FIG. 4 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of the fabric lawn bag device of the present invention showing the bag device spread open in accordance with the disclosed architecture;

[0028] FIG. 5 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of the fabric lawn bag device of the present invention with the bag device spread open and mulch on top in accordance with the disclosed architecture; and

[0029] FIG. 6 illustrates a flowchart showing the method of utilizing a fabric landscaping bag as landscaping fabric to save money and reduce environmental waste in accordance with the disclosed architecture.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PRESENT INVENTION

[0030] The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovation can be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form in order to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments are discussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are described only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are not intended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment need not have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in other embodiments, any of the features described herein from different embodiments may be combined.

[0031] As noted above, there is a long-felt need in the art for a fabric lawn bag device that provides users with a fabric landscaping bag designed to hold mulch, seeds, rocks, and other materials. There is also a long-felt need in the art for a fabric lawn bag device that doubles as landscaping fabric once the bag is empty to save money and prevent the bags from being thrown away. Further, there is a long-felt need in the art for a fabric lawn bag device that allows users to purchase items in the bags and carry them from home to the store without worry of rips and tears via a strong, durable material. Moreover, there is a long-felt need in the art for a device that saves time and effort when spreading out weed-block underneath mulch, rocks, wood chips, and the like. Further, there is a long-felt need in the art for a fabric lawn bag device that provides a durable bag that won't tear when transporting heavy materials. Finally, there is a long-felt need in the art for a fabric lawn bag device that helps save money and reduce environmental waste.

[0032] The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is a novel fabric lawn bag device. The device is a landscaping fabric bag that can be used to hold rocks, mulch, wood chips, etc. The fabric lawn bag device comprises a body component that is configured in a rectangular shape that has a front surface and a rear surface secured together at a bottom end and the opposing side ends, forming an interior cavity for retaining landscaping materials. The body component is manufactured of a fabric material, such that the device is durable and will not tear easily even with heavy material inside. Once, users have emptied the bag device, the user cuts open the body component to lay flat and uses the body component as landscaping fabric to cover a flowerbed or other area. Accordingly, the fabric lawn bag device saves both money and reduces environmental waste by providing a device that functions as two individual products. The present invention also includes a novel method of utilizing a fabric landscaping bag as landscaping fabric to save money and reduce environmental waste. The method includes the steps of providing a fabric lawn bag device comprising a body component with a front surface and a rear surface secured together to form an interior cavity. The method also comprises inserting landscaping materials into the interior cavity, such as mulch, rocks, seed, etc. Further, the method comprises transporting the filled fabric lawn bag devices to a user's home. The method also comprises emptying the filled fabric lawn bag devices. Further, the method comprises cutting apart the fabric lawn bag devices to be used as landscaping fabric. Finally, the method comprises positioning the cut apart fabric lawn bag devices in a flower bed to be used as landscaping fabric.

[0033] Referring initially to the drawings, FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of the fabric lawn bag device 100 of the present invention. In the present embodiment, the fabric lawn bag device 100 is an improved fabric lawn bag device 100 that provides a user with a fabric landscaping bag that doubles as landscaping fabric once empty. Specifically, the fabric lawn bag device 100 comprises a body component 102 with a front surface 104 and a rear surface 106 secured together to form an interior cavity 108 for holding landscaping material 110. The body component 102 is manufactured of a fabric material 112, such that the device 100 is durable and will not tear easily even with heavy material inside. Once, users have emptied the bag device 100, the user cuts open the body component 102 to lay flat and uses the body component 102 as landscaping fabric to cover a flowerbed or other area. Thus, users can use the body component 102 as landscaping fabric via placing the landscape material 110 on top of the body component 102, instead of buying landscaping fabric and throwing away plastic bags. Accordingly, the fabric lawn bag device 100 saves both money and reduces environmental waste by providing a device 100 that functions as two individual products.

[0034] Generally, the fabric lawn bag device 100 comprises a body component 102 that is configured in a rectangular shape but could be any suitable shape as is known in the art. The body component 102 is also available in different sizes and configurations depending on the needs and/or wants of a user. Further, the body component 102 comprises a front surface 104 and a rear surface 106 secured together at a bottom end 114 and the opposing side ends 116, forming an interior cavity 108 for retaining landscaping materials 110. The front surface 104 and the rear surface 106 are secured together via stitching, gluing, adhesives, staples, etc., or any other suitable securing means as is known in the art.

[0035] As shown in FIG. 2, the landscaping materials 110 within the body component 102 can be mulch, seeds, rocks, wood chips, stones, etc., or any other suitable landscaping material 110 as is known in the art.

[0036] Further, once the landscaping materials 110 are inserted into the interior cavity 108 of the body component 102, the top end 118 of the body component 102 is then secured together via stitching, gluing, adhesives, staples, etc., or any other suitable securing means as is known in the art. In one embodiment, the top end 118 of the body component 102 comprises an easy open, tear off scam 200.

[0037] Generally, the body component 102 is manufactured of a fabric material 112, such as woven fabrics which are often made with polypropylene and linen fabrics for durability, nonwoven fabrics, such as polyester, spun fabrics which are made from swirling polyester fibers to create an open weave, and burlap, etc., or any other suitable fabric materials as is known in the art. Typically, woven fabrics are used because such fabric allows water and air to pass through while keeping weeds from growing up into the garden bed. This type of fabric is recommended for high traffic areas since the added reinforcement allows it to be walked on without tearing or wearing thin. Nonwoven fabrics tend not to last as long as woven fabrics and are recommended for mulch beds that receive low traffic. The nonwoven fabrics also have less permeability, meaning less air and water passing through for plants. Spun fabrics are ideal for mulch beds, as it will block out weeds while still allowing water and air to pass through. The open weave of spun fabrics makes it stronger and more durable than most. In addition, this landscaping fabric effectively keeps large tree roots from breaching the fabric layer while water and air still permeate. Burlap fabrics are organic as opposed to synthetic materials. They offer a high-quality fabric that will stand the test of time. They can help protect plants and flower beds from harsh weather and wildlife. However, organic landscaping fabric is not as durable as synthetic materials.

[0038] As shown in FIG. 3, the body component 102 comprises a plurality of cut guides 300 which are positioned on the exterior 302 of the front 104 and rear 106 surfaces of the body component 102. The cut guides 300 delineate where a user should cut when using the body component 102 as landscaping fabric. Thus, the cut guides 300 are markings which indicate directions for cutting the body component 102 open for use. The cut guides 300 can vary in location along the body component 102, depending on the size and shape of the body component 102.

[0039] Once the body component 102 is emptied of landscaping materials 110, the user utilizes the cut guides 300 to cut open the body component 102 to use as landscaping fabric. Once cut and spread open the body component 102 is laid out on the flowerbeds as landscaping fabric, then covered with mulch, rocks, wood chips, etc., or any other landscaping materials 110. Typically, landscaping fabric is used to cover the ground to prevent weeds from growing and keeps a user's garden and flowerbeds weed free. The landscaping fabric is placed over the soil before any plants or mulch are added. The landscaping fabric allows water and air to pass through while preventing the growth of weeds.

[0040] As shown in FIG. 4, the body component 102 comprises an easy to open fastening means located on the outer edges 114, 116, 118 of the body component 102, which releasably secures the bottom edges 114, top edges 118, and side edges 116 together. In one embodiment, the easy to open fastening means is a single thread chain stitch 400, that opens easily along its seams when pulled or can be easily cut open to spread open the body component 102 to create a single flat sheet 402. The easy to open fastening means 400 secures the front surface 104 and the rear surface 106 together at the bottom edges 114, top edges 118, and side edges 116 to form an interior cavity 108. The interior cavity 108 is sized and shaped to retain an appropriate amount of landscaping materials 110. In the unopened position, the body component 102 functions as a landscaping bag 404 for retaining landscaping materials 110. Once emptied, the body component 102 is cut and spread open. Thus, in the open position, the body component 102 functions as a landscaping fabric (i.e., flat sheet 402) for preventing weeds. Accordingly, the body component 102 is utilized to transport mulch, then opened and spread out to be used as landscaping fabric 402, thus making the fabric lawn bag device 100 environmentally friendly and cost effective.

[0041] As shown in FIG. 5, in one embodiment, the fabric lawn bag device 100 can be positioned in the flowerbed or other suitable position, still filled with mulch or other landscaping materials 110. Then, the easy to open fastening means 400 located on the outer edges 114, 116, 118 of the body component 102 is quickly removed and the body component 102 is spread open for use. The mulch 110 can then be evenly spread over the body component 102. Thus, it is extremely easy to lay mulch 110 and landscaping fabric 402, as the mulch 110 is already on the landscaping fabric 402 when the body component 102 is opened and spread apart. Further, some landscaping fabric 402 is biodegradable, so the body component 102 may degrade over time. Once the body component 102 is cut open and its contents (i.e., mulch 110) are spread evenly over the interior surface 502 of the spread open body component 102, the fabric lawn bag device 100 provides a vegetation barrier that also conserves moisture, as well as is aesthetically pleasing.

[0042] In yet another embodiment, the fabric lawn bag device 100 comprises a plurality of indicia 500. The body component 102 of the device 100 may include advertising, a trademark, or other letters, designs, or characters, printed, painted, stamped, or integrated into the body component 102, or any other indicia 500 as is known in the art. Specifically, any suitable indicia 500 as is known in the art can be included, such as, but not limited to, patterns, logos, emblems, images, symbols, designs, letters, words, characters, animals, advertisements, brands, etc., that may or may not be landscaping material, landscaping fabric, or brand related.

[0043] FIG. 6 illustrates a flowchart of the method of utilizing a fabric landscaping bag as landscaping fabric to save money and reduce environmental waste. The method includes the steps of at 600, providing a fabric lawn bag device comprising a body component with a front surface and a rear surface secured together to form an interior cavity. The method also comprises at 602, inserting landscaping materials into the interior cavity, such as mulch, rocks, seed, etc. Further, the method comprises at 604, transporting the filled fabric lawn bag devices to a user's home. The method also comprises at 606, emptying the filled fabric lawn bag devices. Further, the method comprises at 608, cutting apart the fabric lawn bag devices to be used as landscaping fabric. Finally, the method comprises at 610, positioning the cut apart fabric lawn bag devices in a flower bed to be used as landscaping fabric.

[0044] Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claims to refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the art will appreciate, different users may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not intend to distinguish between components or features that differ in name but not structure or function. As used herein fabric lawn bag device, bag device, fabric bag device, and device are interchangeable and refer to the fabric lawn bag device 100 of the present invention.

[0045] Notwithstanding the foregoing, the fabric lawn bag device 100 of the present invention can be of any suitable size and configuration as is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of the invention, provided that it accomplishes the above-stated objectives. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the fabric lawn bag device 100 as shown in FIGS. 1-6 is for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the fabric lawn bag device 100 are well within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensions of the fabric lawn bag device 100 are important design parameters for user convenience, the fabric lawn bag device 100 may be of any size that ensures optimal performance during use and/or that suits the user's needs and/or preferences.

[0046] Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all of the described features. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as fall within the scope of the claims, together with all equivalents thereof.

[0047] What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications, and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term includes is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term comprising as comprising is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.