Beds – Bedclothing
Reexamination Certificate
2002-10-09
2003-11-04
Grosz, Alexander (Department: 3673)
Beds
Bedclothing
C005S502000, C005S923000, C128S854000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06640362
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The field of the present invention relates to an article of bedding. More particularly, the field of this invention relates to multiple articles of bed covering intended to enhance amorous and playful experience between lovers.
More specifically, the invention field incorporates, but is not limited to, a mated bed sheet and bed blanket. Further these articles of bedding are uniquely modified with strategically placed openings and overlays. Such overlays may be cloth hinged or completely detachable. Lastly, these items are structured for purposes of suggestive intimate enticement. Hence the adopted shorthand for my invention is “Lovers' Covers™”.
EXPLANATION OF TERMS
Certain terms are used to introduce and explain the background of the art and the invention; and, for convenience and completeness sake, such terms are summarized in this section. These terms are not meant to supersede the claims nor the definition of terms as defined within the four corners of the specification, but rather, are meant to further the understanding of the invention and briefly introduce the technical art stage for a detailed teaching of the improvement in the art as provided by this invention as claimed.
Blanket
For purposes of this invention a blanket is a heavier bedding cover, and may vary in size from twin, standard up to a king size bed. When discussed herein, blanket should be considered “as modified” per the invention.
Sheet
For this invention, the sheet is the thinner lighter bedding cover and is normally positioned below the blanket. When used herein, sheet is to be considered “as modified” per the invention.
Overlay
The overlays are shaped, small coverings approximately 12 to 18 inches in general size—perhaps heart shaped, shamrock, cloverleaf or the like. There is at least one overlay per bedding item (blanket or sheet). However, there may be multiple overlays per bedding item. If used in mated pairs each blanket overlay matches a mating sheet overlay in shape, with the sheet overlay being perhaps 15% smaller than its in kind blanket overlay. These overlays may be further dressed or enhanced with lacy edging or other frills. The underneath edges are affixed with a fastener, such as light duty Velcro.
Depending on manufacture, an overlay may be attached by a cloth hinge along a short portion of the perimeter opening with the overlapping portion being added to the blanket material; or an overlay may be completely detachable.
Cut-away Exposure Opening
A cut-away exposure opening is a shaped, small open doorway, if you will, in both blanket and sheet and sized to be slightly smaller than its counterpart overlay. The larger underneath perimeter of the overlay is bordered with the hook portion of Velcro. Such Velcro border attaches to a corresponding loop portion of Velcro on the blanket (or visa versa re hooks and eyes). This loop portion on the blanket runs the perimeter of the cutout or cut-away opening
Overlay and Cut-Out Sets
Both blanket and sheet have corresponding near identical cut-out and overlay sets. These respective sets are located one above the other for “hide and seek” functionality. Each exposure opening may be in the order of about 15% smaller than its respective overlay. The sheet pair may also be about 15% smaller than the blanket pair.
Cloth Hinge
For purposes of this invention, this hinge may be simply an uncut portion of a blanket or sheet which keeps an overlay partially attached and openable from a cut-out within a blanket or sheet. Frill or decoration may be attached to the overlay both for decorative purposes and to expand the border and provide an overlap relative to the cut away portion of the correspondingly positioned opening in order to supply a fastener as described above.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Variations in bedding, sheets and blankets are well known and take many shapes and sizes. Many are custom applications for increased warmth or ease of bed making. Typical examples are those which keep the top sheet and blanket bedding in place. Often, these use elastic or even snap attachments, for more optimum mechanical usage or placement both for decorum and for sleeping.
Beds are the primary place for rest, sleep and intimate activities between couples. There are numerous examples of stimulating “evening” wear, or lingerie sold in the marketplace. More specifically, with regard to bedding materials, satin sheets are a commonly known choice for enhancement of an amorous or “get away from it” experience. Various mattress and bedding articles provide a multi-function use for such beds.
Various lodging places—especially theme Motor Courts—have entire suites devoted to an amorous or honeymoon type stay. Young couples often look forward to such outings so that they may “escape” from the world. The invention is ideal for such theme Motor Courts or Inns in that it will provide for the users a short vacation that lets them temporarily put the work-a-day world responsibilities in abeyance. Additionally, some home decorating areas are devoted to a playful yet loving atmosphere.
Even with all the variations in bedding revealed by the prior art, none suggest or teach multiple, removable panels or overlay cutout sets built into standard size blankets and sheets for creative enticement and enhanced amorous activity. A market exists for various combinations of overlay and cut-out pairs, mated at strategic locations on standard size blankets and sheets.
DESCRIPTION OF PRIOR ART
Turning now to the prior art, a search has revealed various patents, several of which are only of peripheral relevance. Such patents include:
U.S. Pat. No. 5,153,957 to Price, Sr. (Oct. 13, 1992)
U.S. Pat. No. 5,794,285 to Burch (Aug. 18, 1998)
U.S. Pat. No. 4,021,869 to Root (May 10, 1977)
U.S. Pat. No. 5,943,717 to Alexander (Aug. 31, 1999)
U.S. Pat. No. 5,023,969 to Nattras (Jun. 18, 1991)
DES. 383,634 to Selph (Sep. 16, 1997)
U.S. Pat. No. 4,875,245 to Isola (Oct. 24, 1989)
U.S. Pat. No. 5,664,269 to Broder (Sep. 9, 1997)
U.S. Pat. No. 4,890,347 to Fuller (Jan. 2, 1990)
DES. 323,921 to Kawchak (Feb. 18, 1992)
U.S. Pat. No. 3,120,721 to Bukatman (Feb. 11, 1964)
U.S. Pat. No. 5,172,440 to Ming (Dec. 22, 1992)
DES. 395,372 to Simpson (Jun. 23, 1998)
U.S. Pat. No. 4,062,076 to Albertson (Dec. 13, 1997)
In general, these patents present pictures, folds, creases, stitching and even interchangeable logos applied to top coverings, blankets, sheets and the like in various configurations with either of two goals in mind—holding bedding in place, or, creating an aesthetically pleasing appearance.
While several of the patents such as Price, Sr. and Burch do include the use of Velcro and various folds, etc., they are not significantly relevant to my invention of intimacy enhancement combined with panels for partner access.
Most of the above art is only peripherally relevant having to do with pure bedding items for sleep, warmth, or decorative coverings for beds when not in use. However, I will now briefly address each patent and demonstrate the difference between the art and the invention.
U.S. Pat. No. 5,153,957 to Price, Sr. (Oct. 13, 1992)
Bedding. This art discloses a fitted bedspread assembly with velcro attachments and special folds. Its purpose is to keep a neat—in place—covering in tight bedding confines, such as the sleeper of a tractor trailer.
U.S. Pat. No. 5,794,285 to Burch (Aug. 18, 1998)
Bedding. This patent shows a variation on fitted sheets. There is an extra sheet between the mattress and box springs which is larger in periphery with Velcro attachments to mate with velcro top sheets and/or blankets.
U.S. Pat. No. 4,021,869 to Root (May 10, 1977)
Bedding. This is a fitted sheet or blanket which has an additional folded pocket toward the bottom that provides extra foot room volume.
U.S. Pat. No. 5,943,717 to Alexander (Aug. 31, 1999)
Bedding. This can best be described as two double bed overlapping blankets used on a king size bed. These two narrower blankets are stitched together at the bottom. The objective is to presumably make it easier to get out of bed without dist
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