JPH0134042B2 - - Google Patents

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a bedding device, and more particularly to a sleeping bag type bedding, which can be transformed into a toy for children, in which case the main body of the sleeping bag becomes the stuffing of the toy. This invention relates to a sleeping bag for children that is constructed as follows. In a second embodiment, the toy is constructed so that it can be carried around as a snack bag with various items inside.

Sleeping bags are becoming increasingly popular among children for use at home, for traveling, and for overnight stays at friends' and relatives' homes. Manufacturers of sleeping bags for children have attempted to attract the attention of children by prominently marking or depicting toy or cartoon characters familiar to children on the cover or surface of the sleeping bag.

In order to capture the heart of children, some are shown in whole or
There are also sleeping bags for children that are designed in the shape of animals and other creatures. For example, U.S. Pat.
Examples include the fish of No. 255202 and the alligator of U.S. Pat. No. 4,236,263.

However, from a structural point of view, the sleeping bags currently available to children are essentially the same as traditional sleeping bags, and therefore this type of sleeping bag can be folded or rolled up when not in use. I have no choice but to roll it up and store it in a cupboard or closet.

For this reason, most sleeping bags are only used for sleeping, and have the disadvantage that they require space to be rolled up and stored out of sight when not in use.

Attempts have also been made to create futons, sleeping bags, blankets, bed covers, etc. by combining toy features with futons, blankets, or sleeping bags to interest children. No. 1,575,263, a doll is sewn onto a blanket. In this patent, the doll was not only attached as a decoration, but was also wrapped in a blanket and tied to the back of the doll with a string to give the doll a more realistic appearance. However, even in this state, the blanket is still visible, so as a result, a doll wrapped around a blanket,
Don't go beyond that.

The idea of converting a sleeping bag or similar item into something else is not new; U.S. Pat.
A large bag that can also be used as a mat according to U.S. Patent No. 3477552,
Examples can be seen in U.S. Pat. No. 2,183,418, a pillow that also serves as a cover, and U.S. Pat. No. 2,791,775, a bag that also serves as a robe. However, in none of these patents is there a construction that has the attractiveness and usefulness to attract children to the sleeping bag and stuffed toy combination. In addition, in both of the above patents, when used as a sleeping bag, it becomes a sleeping bag with pockets that are both decorative and practical, and when the sleeping bag is stored in the pocket,
There is no indication that it is possible to provide a sleeping bag for children that can be converted into a stuffed toy resembling a decorative pocket.

The present invention relates to a bedding device, more particularly a sleeping bag, which can be transformed into a pillow or a toy for a child. It has a large pocket or bag-like container into which items can be placed.

This pocket has sufficient dimensions to allow the sleeping bag to be turned over from the pocket and to push the entire sleeping bag into the pocket, transforming the inner surface of the pocket into the surface of the toy, so that the toy can be attached to the sleeping bag. It becomes a three-dimensional object similar to a large pocket.
Further, a fastener is provided along the opening at the end of the pocket to prevent the sleeping bag from protruding out after being pushed into the pocket. In a second embodiment, the stuffed toy is configured in the shape of a nutshell. The snack bag can be carried in the hands of the owner's child and can also have dimensions sufficient to accommodate other items.

The main object of the invention is to provide a bedding device, more particularly a sleeping bag, designed especially for children and convertible into a pillow or a stuffed toy for children.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a deformable sleeping bag for children that can be used not only as bedding for children but also as play equipment or toys for children.

Still another object of the present invention is to provide a sleeping bag which, when used as a sleeping bag, has storage pockets or storage bags in which various personal items can be stored, and when not used as a sleeping bag, the pockets can be turned inside out. Push the remaining part inside so that the inside of the pocket is
The object is to provide a sleeping bag which can serve as the external surface of a molded object containing the sleeping bag.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a stuffed toy for children that can be transformed into a sleeping bag having a pocket or bag-like compartment, the pocket corresponding to a plan view of a stuffed toy.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a sleeping bag for children that can be easily and quickly transformed into a children's toy for transportation, storage, and play.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a sleeping bag for children that can be easily transformed into a toy like a snack bag, and furthermore, said snack bag can optionally be used to carry other items. be.

The present invention will be explained below with reference to the drawings.

Figures 1 to 8 show children's stuffed toys 2.
An embodiment of the invention is shown that can be used both as a sleeping bag 22 and as a sleeping bag 22. As can be seen from the above, the deformable sleeping bag of the present invention is particularly suitable for use by children. In the illustration, the stuffed toy is shown in the shape of a cat, but this is not limited to cats; it can be any character, any animal shape, as long as it is of interest to the child. Needless to say, it's a good thing. Therefore, in actual production of the present invention, stuffed toys of countless shapes and designs would be possible.

Additionally, stuffed toys can be made to resemble not only characters or animals, but also inanimate objects such as space crafts, rockets, footballs, and the like. Similarly, the shape of the toy can also be geometric, such as configured in the shape of a globe with a suitable diagram or picture printed thereon.

However, from the point of view of attracting children's attention, it is still desirable that the stuffed toy be shaped like a character or an animal. and joined along the side edges,
Preferably, a cavity is formed between the two panels. Both panels can be made up of a single piece of material with an image printed on it, or they can be made up of multiple small pieces of material joined together in the style of a patchwork quilt to resemble the depicted object. can. Front panel 23 and lower end 2 of back panel
8 and 29 are provided with selectively engageable fastening members such as anti-friction snaps 27. This means that when the sleeping bag is stored in a pocket as a stuffed toy, both lower ends 28 and 29 are closed.
A selectively operable closure mechanism for retaining sleeping bag 22 within cavity 26. Of course, instead of the snap 27 it is also possible to use other suitable fastening means, such as a zipper.

When the sleeping bag 22 is placed into the cavity 26 between the front and back panels of the toy 20 and secured with the snaps 27, the toy 20 becomes a three-dimensional structure. toy 2
0 has a head 30 consisting of a face 31 printed or otherwise formed on the external surface 32 of the front panel and a back portion of a head 33 formed on the external surface 34 of the rear panel; It has a front body part 36 designed and formed on the panel, and a rear body part 36 formed on the rear panel in the same manner as the front body part. In the illustrated embodiment, stuffed toy 20 further includes a pair of spaced apart ears 38 and 39;
The ears have flexible bands or
It is joined to the handle 40. The belt or handle 40 serves as a means for carrying the toy by hand or carrying it on one's back, but when the handle is adopted, it also serves as an auxiliary means, especially when stuffing the sleeping bag 22 into the toy. . This will be detailed later.

FIG. 8 is a diagram showing the case where the present invention is opened and used as a sleeping bag. It is desirable that the size of the sleeping bag be as small as many sleeping bags currently on the market for infants. The sleeping bag 22 has two upper and lower panels 42 and 43, and both panels have side panels 42 and 43.
4, 45, and along one end 46. The upper end 47 is left open and from here the sleeping bag is pushed between the upper and lower panels 42 and 43. Although the two panels were previously described as being joined along the sides 44, 45, 46, it is preferable that suitable fastening means, such as zippers, be provided along one or both of the sides 44, 45. It is desirable that the sleeping bag be partially separable or that it can be opened to form a single blanket. The sleeping bag according to the invention comprises:
It can be made by inserting a polyester heart between the poplin cover and the lining. Of course, the present invention is not limited to the above, and any suitable conventional materials may be used, and it may be stuffed or made into a comfort material.

As can be seen from the above description, the present invention is a combination of a toy and a sleeping bag, and this sleeping bag
It does not necessarily have to be in the traditional shape; it can be configured in the shape of a blanket or sleeping pad,
The shape can be configured into various shapes such as a rectangle, an oblong shape, or a shape imitating some object, character, or other design.

Children attending kindergartens and daycare centers are often required to bring their own rugs in order to take short naps or breaks at the school. The present invention can also be used in the above applications as a combination of a children's blanket or rug and toy. In this case, unlike conventional sleeping bags, the sleeping bag according to the invention would be constructed from a single piece of fabric.

In the embodiment shown in FIGS. 8, 9 and 10, the upper surface of the upper panel 42 of the sleeping bag is provided with a large pocket or pouch 50, which may be secured with staples or other suitable means. It is installed. In the embodiment shown, the pocket 50 is shaped like a cat having a face, ears 52 and 53, and a body printed on fabric. This pocket is fixed to the sleeping bag except for the lower outer end 55. The outer end 55 is left open so that items can be placed in pockets surrounded by the upper and lower inner layers 57 and 58. The aforementioned fastening means or snaps 27
is provided along the lower end 55 of the pocket and is adapted to be fastened.

As previously mentioned, the pocket or sack must be large and of sufficient size to accommodate the remainder of the sleeping bag. Therefore,
The size of the pockets will vary depending on the size of the sleeping bag and the amount and type of material used for comfort. or,
It is also possible to make the pocket slightly larger than just a sleeping bag so that other personal items, such as pajamas, can be stored inside the stuffed toy.

FIG. 10 shows a preferred embodiment of a pocket according to the present invention, which is uniquely designed with multiple layers of fabric;
It is configured. The top layer is the exterior surface 59 of the pocket, which in the embodiment is a fabric with a cat shape printed on it, as described above. The upper inner surface 57 of the pocket is a fabric printed with the rear view of a cat, and becomes the back panel 24 of the stuffed toy 20 when the pocket is turned over. Similarly, the lower inner surface 58 of the textile layer of the pocket has a cat printed on the fabric and becomes the front panel 23 of the toy 20 when the pocket is turned over.

From the foregoing, it can be seen that the opposing surfaces of the inner layers 57 and 58 of the pocket form the front and back surfaces of the toy 20, and that the three dimensions of the toy, length, width, and height, are created by the top or outer surface 59 of the pocket 50. It will be understood that the figure of a cat, etc. is made three-dimensional.
Also, the handle or band 40 shown in FIG.
When the invention is used as a sleeping bag, it is placed inside the pocket. The handle 40 is located between the inner surfaces 57 and 58 of the pocket and is attached directly or indirectly to the upper surface of the sleeping bag at either end adjacent the closed end of the pocket. mounted on.

In addition, in the present invention, the outer surface 59 of the pocket
The portion of the top panel 42 located below can also be used as the lower inner surface of the pocket. The lower inner surface of the pocket becomes either the front panel or the back panel of the stuffed toy when the pocket is turned over. In this case, unlike the case where an additional layer is provided, the image or character used for the toy can be printed directly on the lower cover part.

As mentioned above, the present invention can be used as a sleeping bag 22 shown in FIG. Even when used as a sleeping bag, the characters and objects drawn by the shape of the pocket, or the characters and pictures attached to the pocket, are very attractive and stimulating to children who use this sleeping bag. Be captivating. Furthermore, the pockets can hold items that children can carry, such as glasses, brushes, small toys, pajamas, etc.

Also, the image printed on the pocket can be made into an embossed pattern to make it more noticeable. To create an embossed pattern, a quilting process may be applied to the corresponding portion of the outer surface 59 after adding a padding between layers 57 and 59.

If it is not desired to use it as a sleeping bag, or if it is not needed during the day, the sleeping bag according to the invention can be transformed into a padded object or a toy that can be carried by the child. To transform the sleeping bag into a toy, the child, or his or her parent, can simply reach into the sleeping bag pocket, grasp the handle 40, and pull the handle out of the pocket. As a result, the pocket is turned inside out and a portion of the sleeping bag is drawn into the cavity of the turned pocket. In this way, the inner surface of the pocket is turned inside out and becomes the outer surface of the toy with the head or top attached to the handle, as described above. After turning the pocket inside out, the remaining portion of the sleeping bag is stuffed between the front and back panels of the toy. The resulting toy has a three-dimensional three-dimensional form.

As previously mentioned, when the present invention is used as a sleeping bag, the inner surface of the pocket is configured to be the front and back portion of a character, animal, or other object forming the outside of the pocket. When transformed into a stuffed toy, it closely resembles the image a child imagines from the shape of a pocket in all dimensions: length, width, and height. The sleeping bag is held within the toy cavity by pushing the entire sleeping bag into the cavity formed between the front and back panels of the toy and securing the snaps or other fastening means along the bottom of the toy. be done.

In the second embodiment of the present invention shown in FIGS. 11 to 14, a sleeping bag 60 having almost the same structure as the sleeping bag 22 in the first embodiment described above is a play equipment similar to the snack bag 61. is shown as deformable. This sleeping bag 60 has an upper panel 62
and a bottom panel 63, both panels having side surfaces 6
4, 65 and along the edge 66. As in the first embodiment, it is possible to provide suitable fastening means, such as zippers, on either, one or both of the sides of the sleeping bag and along the closed end. .

A large pocket or bag 67 is attached to the upper surface of the top panel 62, typically in the center thereof, by means of sutures or the like. The bag-like container 67 is
Generally rectangular in shape, having an outer surface 68, an inner surface 69, a deeply pleated or folded bottom wall 70;
It also has folded or tacked side walls 71 and 72. internal and external upper surfaces;
The bottom and side walls are preferably integrally molded. As shown in FIGS. 12 and 13, the ends 73 of the bottom and side walls are connected to the top surface 62 of the sleeping bag.
It is attached by sutures or other means.

The bag opening 74 can also be covered with a large flap or flap 75. The flap 75 is provided with an eyelet 76 and a metal or fabric loop is attached to the upper surface of the bag. A tie cord 78 is passed through the eyelet of the flap and fastened so that the flap can be secured to the loop of the bag. The flap, as shown at 79, is attached to the upper surface of the bag by a method such as stitching.

In the above explanation, the bag-shaped storage container and the hanging lid are
Although it was supposed to be sewn directly to the upper surface of the sleeping bag, an intermediate layer made of cloth (not shown in the figure) was inserted and sewn between the bag and the flap, and the upper surface of the sleeping bag. A structure similar to the first embodiment shown in the figures is also possible.

Ends 81 of a pair of adjustable carrying straps 80
is a cavity 82 defined by a pouch 67
are fixed at intervals between each other, and further,
Each end is attached to the top surface 62 of the sleeping bag. This belt is used to make it possible to carry the sleeping bag on one's back when the sleeping bag is used as a toy or a snack sack-like plaything by pushing the sleeping bag into a sack-like storage compartment.

Similar to the first embodiment described above, in this embodiment,
When it is desired to put away the sleeping bag, the bag can be turned over and pushed between the outer surface 68 of the bag and the portion of the top surface of the sleeping bag that is located below the bag. Therefore, when the bag is turned over and a sleeping bag is placed inside it, the inner surface of the bag becomes a snack-shaped toy 6.
1 external surface. Furthermore, the carrying belt is also turned inside out and exposed on the outside of the toy, allowing the child to hang the belt over their shoulders and carry the Natsupuzatsuk on their back.

When transformed into a nutshell, the back side of the large flap 75 comes out. Therefore, a second metal or cloth loop 85 is attached to the inner surface of the bag 67, and when the bag is turned inside out, the second loop comes out to the outside of the snack bag and can be hung with the tie cord 78. It's like this. Although not shown in the figure, a carrying strap 8
0 can also be removably attached to the upper surface 62 of the sleeping bag.

As mentioned above, the side and bottom walls of the pocket are
The tucked or pleated construction allows the pocket to expand and allow a sleeping bag to be easily accommodated therein. If the pocket or sack is made slightly larger than when storing just a sleeping bag, it will be possible to store items such as nightwear, toys, etc. even when the present invention is used as a napkin.

An additional layer 86 made of cloth is attached to the inside of the bag-like container to hold toys, clothes, etc.
It is also possible to accommodate and carry more items. Additional layers of fabric shown in FIG.
9, which are sutured or otherwise attached from the end 73 of the side wall to the interior surface 69 of the bag. This fabric layer is further sewn near the intersection 90 of the side walls 71, 72 and the interior surface 69 of the bag, forming three independent compartments 91, 9 along the side walls and interior surface 69, respectively.
2,93. As can be seen from the foregoing, the upper end of the fabric layer of each compartment is an opening, which opening is adjacent to the opening of the bag.

When the bag is turned over and the sleeping bag is pushed into it, the compartments or pockets 91, 92 and 93 are
It appears on the outside surface of the nut puzatsuk, and various items can be placed inside it.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a front view of the present invention when used as a stuffed toy. FIG. 2 is a rear view of the invention shown in FIG. 1 from behind. FIG. 3 is an elevational view of the invention shown in FIG. 1, viewed from the right side. 4 is a plan view of the bottom of the invention shown in FIG. 1; FIG. 5 to 7 are diagrams showing step by step the process of pulling out the sleeping bag portion of the present invention from the stuffed toy shown in FIG. 1. FIG. 8 is a reduced view of the sleeping bag showing a portion of the animal-shaped pocket or bag in a cutaway view. FIG. 9 is an enlarged plan view of the head portion of the animal-shaped pocket shown in FIG. 8, with a portion cut away to show the design of the inside of the pocket.
FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 10--10 of FIG. 9. FIG. 11 is a scaled-down view of a second embodiment of the invention. Figure 12 shows the line 12- in Figure 11.
12 is a cross-sectional view at 12. Figure 13 shows the 11th
FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 13-13 of the figure. 14th
The figure shows a case where the second embodiment of the present invention is used as a snack sack-shaped toy. Reference code: Toy...20, Sleeping bag...22, Front panel...23, Back panel...24, Hollow...
26, Snap...27, Handle...40, Pocket...50.

Claims (1)

[Scope of Claims] 1. A bedding device convertible into a stuffing, comprising: a generally flat cover device having an upper surface and a lower surface; and a pocket device, the device being in a position to be placed over the cover device. a pocket device having a spaced-apart side edge secured to either the upper surface or the lower surface of the cover device; the pocket device having an inner surface and an outer surface; an opening is provided in the pocket device for forming a first cavity and allowing access into the first cavity, the outer surface of the pocket device forming a first image, and the pocket device an inner surface of the pocket device forming a second image formed at least partially by the outer surface of the pocket device by selectively inverting the pocket device to be inverted at the opening thereof; a second cavity having dimensions sufficient to receive the cover device therein when the pocket device is turned over; A bedding device characterized in that it is stuffed and configured to have the appearance of stuffing that has the appearance of the second image. 2. The inner surface of the pocket device includes first and second opposing layers, and the first and second opposing layers have a shape similar to the shape of the outer surface of the pocket device. Claim 1, wherein when the device is turned over, the cover device is retained within the pocket device to form a stuffed toy having a three-dimensional shape that simulates the shape of the outer surface of the pocket device. Bedding equipment as described. 3. The bedding device according to claim 2, wherein one of the first and second opposing layers of the inner surface of the pocket device is formed integrally with the cover device. 4. The bedding device according to claim 3, wherein the cover device is a sleeping bag having an upper part and a lower part. 5 forming said second image as a visible display image on one of said first and second layers of said pocket device, said image being generally identical to said first image; A bedding device according to claim 2. 6 Displaying a third image on another layer of the first and second opposing layers of the pocket device, and forming this image as a simulated image that appears behind the second image. The bedding device according to claim 5. 7. The bedding device of claim 6, wherein the cover device is a sleeping bag having an upper part and a lower part. 8. The bedding device according to claim 7, wherein the stuffing is a stuffed toy. 9 a handle means disposed within said first cavity of said pocket device, said handle means being adapted to be used to invert said pocket device and push said cover device through said opening; A bedding device as claimed in claim 1 coupled to the device. 10 A device for selectively closing the opening provided in the first cavity of the pocket device, comprising:
2. The bedding device of claim 1, further comprising a fastening device for selectively closing said opening to retain said cover device within said cavity when said pocket device is turned over. 11. The bedding device of claim 10, wherein the cover device is a sleeping bag having an upper part and a lower part. 12. A pair of shoulder strap devices are provided, the shoulder strap devices being disposed within the first cavity of the pocket device and attached to the cover device, so that when the pocket device is turned inside out, the strap device is attached to the cover device. a flap device disposed on the outer surface of the wad and attached to the cover device proximate the opening provided in the cavity, the flap device having a first cavity of the pocket device; 2. A bedding device according to claim 1, sized to extend adjacent to and over said opening in said bedding device. 13. A bedding device convertible into a stuffed toy, comprising a sleeping bag having an upper surface and a lower surface, and a pocket device attached to either the upper surface or the lower surface of the sleeping bag, The device has opposing inner and outer surfaces, and includes a cavity formed between the opposing inner surfaces of the pocket device, and an opening provided in the pocket for access into and from the cavity. and the outer surface portion is the first
forming an image, the inner surface forming a second image,
The pocket device is capable of being inverted so that when the pocket device is turned inside out, a second cavity is formed which is large enough to receive the sleeping bag therein; said pocket device is attached to said one of said top surface and said bottom surface of said sleeping bag so as to be retractable therein with respect to said second cavity, said second cavity being formed by said inner surface portion of said pocket device; the sleeping bag within the second cavity by selectively retaining the sleeping bag within the cavity such that the sleeping bag is completely contained within the second cavity; A bedding device characterized in that when the bedding device is held, a three-dimensional object is generated as the second image.