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US 2004/0199998 A1Published application
Convertible blanket
AssigneeWorlds Apart Limited
InventorNeil T. Shinner
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Abstract
The present invention provides a convertible blanket comprising a blanket 1 made of fabric material and a pocket 2 into which the blanket can be stowed to create a cushion or pillow. The blanket may also include a zip fastener around its edge to convert the blanket into a sleeping bag. Preferably the pocket is of a shape that provides an amusement object for a child when it is stuffed with the blanket, for example, it may resemble a stuffed animal, an object such as a crown or football, or a cartoon character.
Claims33
A convertible blanket comprising:
- a blanket made of fabric material;
- and
- a pocket, the pocket being attached to the blanket and being of a size to receive the blanket for storage, the pocket having a perimeter, along at least a portion of which it is joined to the blanket, and being provided with an opening for receiving the blanket.
A convertible blanket comprising:
- a blanket in the form of a substantially rectangular area of fabric having a first edge and a substantially parallel second edge
- a pocket attached to the blanket, the pocket being of a size for receiving the blanket;
- and
- a fastener provided along a first edge of the blanket for fastening said first edge to said second edge of the blanket,
- whereby the blanket is convertible for use in three modes of operation of:
- 1) blanket being extended for use as a blanket
- 2) blanket being received in the pocket for use as a pillow or cushion;
- and
- 3) blanket being fastened along said first edge to said second edge for use as a sleeping bag.
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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.