Ball-scarf

Apparel – Head coverings – Scarfs and veils

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446126, 473575, 473596, A41D23/00

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059039248

DESCRIPTION:

BRIEF SUMMARY
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of Invention
The present invention relates to a ball scarf. More particularly, the present invention relates to an accessory for fans of a ball game which is designed to encourage the fan's team and create a festive atmosphere.
2. Description of Related Art
Traditional scarves offer the feature of being merely dyed and printed with a bail club's colors. They have been on the market for a number of years and do not offer or represent any great interest.
FR-A-247 995 describes a scarf having a pocket at each end. The pockets are designed to accommodate the fan's hands. There is no suggestion that these pockets are inflatable.


SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The ball scarf is novel and original. It is used in all types of ball games in which a ball is the central element. It does not matter what type of ball game is being played or the shape of the ball being used.
In one preferred embodiment the ball scarf comprises at least one inflatable end. The end is inflated like a ball and is used to cheer the user's team.
Other aspects and salient features of the invention will be described in or apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments.


BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Preferred embodiments of the invention will be described in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
FIG. 1 shows one embodiment of the present invention before use;
FIG. 2 shows one embodiment of the present invention with an inflated end; and
FIG. 3 shows one embodiment of the present invention with both ends inflated.


DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

Referring to FIG. 3, in one preferred embodiment both ends of the ball scarf have a pocket made of expandable fabric. Alternatively, as seen in FIGS. 1 and 2, one end of the ball scarf has a pocket made of expandable material. In one preferred embodiment a ball is inserted into the pockets. Alternatively, an inflatable plastic pocket can be inflated with the aid of an inflation needle. The inflation needle can also inflate the ball. When a user blows into one of the pockets via the inflation needle, a life-sized ball appears. The user then waves the ball scarf to cheer his team.
The pockets can be sewn directly onto the ends of the scarf. The pockets can also be attached, for example, with zip fasteners, Velcro-type fasteners, or buttons.
Referring again to FIGS. 1 and 2, the ball scarf comprises six elements when one end is used as an inflatable pocket. These elements include a scarf 1, a ball pocket 2, a balloon or air chamber 3, a plastic envelope inflation needle or ball inflation positioning needle 5, a knob for manipulating the ball scarf 4, and an attachment point 6. The inflation needle is fitted with a valve to ensure perfect filling with air and a perfect seal for the plastic ball pockets.
Referring to FIG. 3, if both ends are used, the ball scarf comprises the ball pocket 2, inflatable envelope 3, inflation needle 5 and holding knob 4 at both ends.
In one preferred embodiment the ball scarf assembly forms a single unit. The ball pocket can be made of retractable fabric to allow it to return to its initial size after use. The ball pocket can be fireproof to prevent accidents. The ball pocket can also be made of plastic and inflated directly. In this case, after use it will deflate.
Preferred and alternative embodiments of the ball scarf have now been described in detail. It is noted, however, that this description is merely illustrative of the principles underlying the inventive concept. It is therefore contemplated that various modifications of the disclosed embodiments will, without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, be apparent to persons of ordinary skill in the art.
1. A ball scarf, comprising an elongated scarf having two ends, at least one of the ends of the scarf comprising an inflatable ball pocket that is shaped as a ball when inflated and a handle so that the inflatable ball pocket can be handled.
2. The ball scarf of claim 1, wherein the scarf and handle are made of

REFERENCES:
patent: 4593901 (1986-06-01), Moore et al.
patent: 4660831 (1987-04-01), Kralik
patent: 5228690 (1993-07-01), Rudell et al.

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