Convertible storage container

Details Convertible storage container Convertible storage container

2008-02-05

2011-12-20

Stashick, Anthony (Department: 3781)

Trunks and hand-carried luggage

Hand luggage

Knockdown or collapsible

C190S100000, C190S108000, C190S01800A, C190S103000, C206S315100, C206S581000, C224S156000, C383S004000, C383S002000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08079451

ABSTRACT:
Apparatuses convertible between at least a storage container in a first configuration and an activity mat in a second configuration. One apparatus includes a circular lid, a circular base, and at least one zipper pull that zips the lid and base to a wall. When zippered, the apparatus has a generally cylindrical shape. A carrying handle is provided on the lid. When unzippered, the apparatus becomes an activity mat and lies flat. Another apparatus includes two sides, a base, a flap, and at least one zipper pull that zips the sides to the flap. The sides resemble the outline of a car, such that the apparatus when zipped up resembles a car and when unzipped becomes an activity mat and lies flat. Backpack straps on the back allow the apparatus to be worn as a backpack.

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