JP2002211072A - Packaging paper, and apparatus and system for forming the same - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an apparatus for forming packaging papers having personalities so that a present which has an originality and reflects a sender's personality can be given to a receiver even when a catalog gift (registered trademark) is utilized as the present given at a wedding ceremony or in celebration of a child birth. SOLUTION: There are provided a printer 9 for printing images to papers, a memory 2 for storing data related to personal information images which are taken from a scanner 7 and include personal information of the sender, and a processing means 1 for forming an image including the whole or a part of the personal information images based on the data stored in the memory 2 and sending out data related to the formed image to the printer 9.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a wrapping paper making apparatus, a wrapping paper making system, and a wrapping paper.
A wrapping paper making device or wrapping paper for creating wrapping paper for wrapping a gift (or a catalog containing products in the case of using a catalog gift) when giving a gift as a gift for a wedding or celebration during childbirth. It relates to a creation system and wrapping paper.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art
In most cases, gifts selected by the giver are given to customers as wedding gifts. In recent years, catalog gifts (registered trademark) that allow the recipient to select desired items in a catalog are used as wedding gifts. Such cases are increasing. The recipient of the catalog can select the product from the catalog and apply for the product to obtain the desired product. Catalog gifts are often used not only for weddings but also as gifts for various feasts and as gifts for other events.

However, when a catalog gift is given to a guest as a wedding gift or the like, there are the following problems (a) to (c). I. Even though the catalog with the product is not unique in itself, it is stored in its own box, wrapped in ready-made wrapping paper, and given to customers,
There is not much originality, and it is difficult to reflect the individuality of the presenter. In particular, for modern young people who want to assert their individuality,
Seems somewhat unsatisfactory. B. Further, it is not realistic to create original wrapping paper for each customer by a conventional method because cost performance is too bad. This is because the conventional production method requires starting with the original printing. C. In addition, even if the wrapping is devised, it is only enough to attach a ribbon at best, and when attaching paper for internal celebration such as birth, new construction, etc., the ribbon can not be attached, resulting in a mediocre appearance .

[0004] The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and even when a catalog gift is used as a gift for a wedding or a celebration during childbirth, the present invention is full of originality, and the personality of the presenter side is not reduced. It is an object of the present invention to provide a wrapping paper making device, a wrapping paper making system, and a wrapping paper for making a unique wrapping paper so that the reflected thing can be given to a customer.

[0005]

Means for Solving the Problems and Their Effects To achieve the above object, a wrapping paper making apparatus (1) according to the present invention comprises:
A wrapping paper creating apparatus for creating an individual wrapping paper by printing an image reflecting the individuality of the giver on paper used as wrapping paper for wrapping the packaged object,
A first unique image data storage unit for storing data relating to an image unique to the sender, which is an image fetched from the outside, and a sender unique to the sender based on the data stored in the first unique image data storage unit. And a first print image creating unit that creates a print image suitable for printing on the paper, including all or a part of the image.

According to the above wrapping paper making apparatus (1),
A print image suitable for printing on paper, including all or part of a sender-specific image (for example, a photograph of the sender, a portrait of the sender, words of the sender, etc.) captured from outside. Is created, for example, by outputting data relating to the created printing image from a printer or the like, a paper (wrapping paper) on which an image including all or a part of the image unique to the sender is printed. Can be created.

For example, an image containing a picture of a bride and a groom can be printed on paper by taking in a picture of the bride and the groom from the outside as an image unique to the giver. That is, it is possible to create a wrapping paper containing the bride and groom's photographs and reflecting the individuality of the bride and groom. Therefore, even when a catalog gift or the like is used as a gift for a wedding, the use of this wrapping paper allows the originality of the presenter (ie, bride and groom) to be reflected. We can give to visitor.

Further, a wrapping paper producing apparatus (2) according to the present invention.
A printing means for printing an image on paper, and an image for transmitting data relating to a printing image created by said first printing image creating means to said printing means in said packaging paper creating apparatus (1). Data transmission means.

According to the above wrapping paper making apparatus (2),
A print image suitable for printing on paper, including all or part of a sender-specific image (for example, a photograph of the sender, a portrait of the sender, words of the sender, etc.) captured from outside. Is created and the created data relating to the printing image is sent to the printing means, so that an image including all or a part of the image unique to the sender can be printed on paper.

[0010] Further, with regard to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making device (2), it is possible to make wrapping paper from only one sheet by using a personal computer and peripheral devices (scanner, printer, etc.). An apparatus with excellent cost performance can be obtained. In addition, quick response is also possible.

Further, a wrapping paper producing apparatus (3) according to the present invention.
Comprises a first background image data storage means for storing data relating to a background image serving as a background of an image specific to the sender in the wrapping paper making apparatus (1) or (2), An image creating unit, based on the data stored in the first specific image data storage unit and the data stored in the first background image data storage unit, all of the images specific to the giver, or An image obtained by adding the background image to a part of the image is created as the print image.

According to the above wrapping paper making device (3),
An image obtained by adding a background image to all or a part of the image unique to the giver is created as the print image, and thus the background image is added to all or a part of the image unique to the giver. Images can be printed on paper. For example, by taking a photograph of the bride and groom from the outside as an image unique to the giver, an image in which a background is added to the photograph of the bride and groom can be printed on paper. Therefore, even when a catalog gift or the like is used as a gift for a wedding, the use of this wrapping paper is full of originality and only reflects the individuality of the presenter (that is, the bride and groom). No, it is possible to give those with more colors to the guests.

Further, the wrapping paper producing apparatus (4) according to the present invention.
Comprises a first work condition setting means for allowing a user to set work conditions for an image unique to a giver and / or the background image in any one of the wrapping paper making apparatuses (1) to (3). The first printing image creating means performs a work on the gifter-specific image and / or the background image based on the working conditions set by the first working condition setting means, and It is characterized in that it creates an image for use.

According to the above wrapping paper making device (4),
An image unique to the sender and / or the background image is modified based on the modification conditions set by the first modification condition setting means, and the print image is created. Further, the user (for example, a clerk of a store that provides support services and the like to the giver) can freely set the conditions for modifying the image unique to the giver and / or the background image. In other words, the work conditions can be set according to the wishes of the giver (for example, the bride and groom), so that a wrapping paper that further reflects the individuality of the giver can be created.

Further, a wrapping paper producing apparatus (5) according to the present invention.
The above-mentioned wrapping paper making apparatus (1) or (2), based on a specific image data storage means storing data relating to a specific image, and the printing based on the data stored in the specific image data storage means. Prior to creating images for
Sample image creating means for creating an image serving as a sample of a wrapping paper including all or a part of the specific image, wherein the first print image creating means is created by the sample image creating means. Replacing the specific image included in the sample image with a sender-specific image based on the data related to the sample image and the data stored in the first specific image data storage unit, It is characterized by being created.

According to the above wrapping paper making apparatus (5),
Prior to the creation of the print image, a sample image including all or a part of a specific image (for example, a photograph of a model dressed as a bride and a groom) is created, and the sample image included in the created sample image is created. The specific image is replaced with a gift-specific image (for example, a photograph of the bride and groom as the gift) and includes all or a part of the gift-specific image,
The printing image suitable for printing on the paper is created.

That is, since the sample image can be created prior to the creation of the print image, even if there is no image unique to the giver, the packaging that the giver ultimately creates through the sample image is possible. You can grasp the image of paper. Therefore, the wrapping paper can be created more effectively.

Further, the wrapping paper producing apparatus (6) according to the present invention.
A second storage device in which the data related to the background image as the background of the specific image is stored in the wrapping paper making device (5);
The sample image creating means, based on the data stored in the specific image data storing means and the data stored in the second background image data storing means, An image in which the background image is added to all or a part of the specific image is created as the print image.

According to the above wrapping paper making apparatus (6),
An image in which a background image is added to all or a part of the specific image is created as the sample image. Further, since the specific image included in the created sample image is replaced with a sender-specific image and the print image is created, all or part of the sender-specific image is the background. The image to which the image has been added can be printed on paper.

For example, by taking a photograph of the bride and groom from the outside as an image unique to the giver, an image in which a background is added to the photograph of the bride and groom can be printed on paper. Therefore, even when a catalog gift or the like is used as a wedding present, the use of this wrapping paper allows the originality (ie, the bride and groom) to be filled with originality.
In addition to reflecting the individuality of the product, it is possible to give the customer a more colorful one.

Further, a wrapping paper producing apparatus (7) according to the present invention.
Comprises a second work condition setting means for allowing a user to set work conditions for the specific image and / or the background image in the wrapping paper making apparatus (5) or (6); Creating means for creating the sample image by applying a work to the specific image and / or the background image based on the work condition set by the second work condition setting means. I have.

According to the above wrapping paper making apparatus (7),
The specific image and / or the background image are modified based on the modification condition set by the second modification condition setting means, and the sample image is created. The user (for example, a clerk of a store that provides support services or the like to the giver) can freely set the specific image (the image that is replaced with the image specific to the giver) and / or the conditions for the processing of the background image. Can be set to In other words, the work conditions can be set according to the wishes of the giver (for example, bride and groom).
It is possible to create a wrapping paper that further reflects the individuality of the giver.

Further, a wrapping paper producing system (1) according to the present invention comprises a server connected to a general customer terminal and a corporate terminal via a communication line, and the corporate terminal for wrapping a package. A wrapping paper creation system for creating a personalized wrapping paper by printing an image reflecting the individuality of the sender on paper used as wrapping paper,
A first transmission unit configured to transmit, to the general customer terminal, a wrapping paper image creation screen for causing the server to generate, at the general customer terminal, an image of a wrapping paper including a gifter-specific image; Wrapping paper image data storage means for storing data relating to the image of the wrapping paper, and first storage means for storing data relating to the image of the wrapping paper created through the wrapping paper image creation screen in the wrapping paper image data storage means. ,
A wrapping paper image data storage means for transmitting data relating to the image of the wrapping paper stored in the wrapping paper image data storage means to the company terminal;

According to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making system (1), an image unique to the giver (for example, a photograph of the giver, a portrait of the giver, Data about the image of the wrapping paper including the word of the giver is stored in the wrapping paper image data storage means provided in the server, and the data on the image of the wrapping paper stored in the wrapping paper image data storage means is stored. Is sent to the corporate terminal.

As described above, since the data related to the image of the wrapping paper including the image specific to the giver created at the general customer terminal can be obtained at the company terminal, for example, the data based on the obtained data can be obtained. Creates data on a print image suitable for printing on paper, and outputs the created data from a printer or the like to create paper (wrapping paper) on which an image including an image unique to the sender is printed. be able to.

For example, when the image unique to the giver is a photograph of the bride and groom, an image containing the photograph of the bride and groom can be printed on paper. That is, it is possible to create a wrapping paper containing the bride and groom's photographs and reflecting the individuality of the bride and groom. Therefore, even when a catalog gift or the like is used as a gift for a wedding, the use of this wrapping paper allows the originality of the presenter (ie, bride and groom) to be reflected. We can give to visitor.

[0027] In the wrapping paper making system (2) according to the present invention, in the wrapping paper making system (1), the company terminal may transmit the data relating to the image of the wrapping paper transmitted by the second transmitting means. And a second print image creating means for creating a print image suitable for printing on the paper, including an image unique to the sender, based on the image data.

According to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making system (2), an image unique to the giver (for example, a photograph of the giver, a portrait of the giver, Data about the image of the wrapping paper including the word of the giver is stored in the wrapping paper image data storage means provided in the server, and the data on the image of the wrapping paper stored in the wrapping paper image data storage means is stored. Is transmitted to the company terminal, and further, the company terminal creates data on a print image suitable for printing on the paper based on the data. Therefore, for example, by causing the data transmitted from the server to be output from a printer or the like at the enterprise terminal, paper (wrapping paper) on which an image including an image specific to the sender is printed can be created.

In the wrapping paper making system (3) according to the present invention, in the wrapping paper making system (1) or (2), an image creation item on the wrapping paper image making screen is added with an image of a gifter-specific image. It is characterized in that an item for setting a background image as a background is included.

According to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making system (3), the data relating to the image obtained by adding the background image to the image unique to the giver is transmitted to the corporate terminal, so that the image unique to the giver is added to the background image. The data relating to the image to which is added can be acquired by the company terminal. For example, if the image unique to the giver is a photograph of the bride and groom, an image obtained by adding a background to the photograph of the bride and groom can be printed on paper. Therefore, even when a catalog gift or the like is used as a gift for a wedding, the use of this wrapping paper is full of originality and only reflects the individuality of the presenter (that is, the bride and groom). No, it is possible to give those with more colors to the guests.

In the wrapping paper making system (4) according to the present invention, in any one of the wrapping paper making systems (1) to (3), the image forming item on the wrapping paper image making screen is unique to the sender. And / or an item for setting a work condition for the background image.

According to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making system (4), it is possible to make a work on the image unique to the giver and / or the background image. In addition, images specific to the sender,
And / or about the processing conditions for the background image,
The user of the general customer terminal (for example, a giver) can set it freely. In other words, the work conditions can be set according to the wishes of the giver (for example, the bride and groom), so that a wrapping paper further reflecting the individuality of the giver can be created.

Further, a wrapping paper making system (5) according to the present invention includes a server connected to a general customer terminal and a corporate terminal via a communication line, and the corporate terminal, for wrapping a package. A wrapping paper creation system for creating a personalized wrapping paper by printing an image reflecting the individuality of the sender on paper used as wrapping paper,
A third transmission unit configured to transmit, to the general customer terminal, a sample image generation screen for causing the server to generate, at the general customer terminal, a sample image of a wrapping paper including a specific image; Sample data storage means for storing data relating to the sample image data, second storage means for storing the data relating to the sample image created through the sample image creation screen in the sample image data storage means, and the sample image data storage means And a fourth transmission unit for transmitting the data relating to the sample image stored in the storage device to the enterprise terminal.

According to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making system (5), a specific image (for example, a photograph of a model dressed as a bride and a groom) created by a general customer terminal via a communication line such as the Internet can be obtained. The data on the sample image of the wrapping paper that is included is stored in the sample image data storage means provided in the server, and the data on the sample image stored in the sample image data storage means is transmitted to the company terminal.

As described above, the data relating to the sample image of the wrapping paper including the specific image created by the general customer terminal can be acquired by the company terminal. Data on an image (for example, a photograph of a bride and a groom) is taken in, the specific image is replaced with an image unique to the sender based on the data and the data on the sample image, and based on the replaced data, the image is printed on paper. By creating data on a print image suitable for printing and outputting the created data from a printer or the like, paper (wrapping paper) on which an image including an image unique to the sender is printed can be created.

For example, when the image unique to the giver is a photograph of the bride and groom, an image containing the photograph of the bride and groom can be printed on paper. That is, it is possible to create a wrapping paper containing the bride and groom's photographs and reflecting the individuality of the bride and groom. Therefore, even when a catalog gift or the like is used as a gift for a wedding, the use of this wrapping paper allows the originality of the presenter (ie, bride and groom) to be reflected. We can give to visitor.

Prior to the creation of the print image,
Since the sample image can be created, the giver can grasp the image of the wrapping paper that is finally created through the sample image even if there is no image specific to the giver. Therefore, it is possible to more effectively create the wrapping paper.

Further, in the wrapping paper making system (6) according to the present invention, in the wrapping paper making system (5), the enterprise terminal may store the second specific image data storing data relating to the image specific to the giver. Means for giving the specific image included in the sample image based on the data stored in the second specific image data storage means and the data relating to the sample image transmitted by the fourth transmission means. A third printing image creating unit for creating a printing image suitable for printing on the paper instead of an image unique to the main body is provided.

According to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making system (6), a sample of wrapping paper containing a specific image (for example, a photograph of a model) created by a general customer terminal via a communication line such as the Internet. Is stored in the sample image data storage means provided in the server, and the data related to the sample image stored in the sample image data storage means is transmitted to the company terminal.

Further, based on data relating to an image specific to the giver (for example, a photograph of the giver) stored in the second specific image data storage means and data transmitted to the enterprise terminal, Since the specific image included in the sample image is replaced with a sender-specific image and data on a printing image suitable for printing on the paper including the sender-specific image is created, for example, By outputting the obtained data from a printer or the like, paper (wrapping paper) on which an image including an image unique to the sender is printed can be created.

In the wrapping paper making system (7) according to the present invention, in the wrapping paper making system (5) or (6), an image creation item on the sample image creation screen becomes a background of the specific image. It is characterized in that an item for setting a background image is included.

According to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making system (7), data relating to an image obtained by adding a background image to the specific image is transmitted to the company terminal. In other words, since the data related to the sample image obtained by adding the background image to the specific image can be acquired by the company terminal, the specific image included in the sample image is replaced with a sender-specific image, By creating the printing image, an image obtained by adding the background image to the image unique to the sender can be printed on paper.

For example, when the image unique to the giver is a photograph of the bride and groom, an image obtained by adding a background to the photograph of the bride and groom can be printed on paper. Therefore, even when a catalog gift or the like is used as a gift for a wedding, the use of this wrapping paper is full of originality and only reflects the individuality of the presenter (that is, the bride and groom). No, it is possible to give those with more colors to the guests.

In the wrapping paper making system (8) according to the present invention, in any one of the wrapping paper making systems (5) to (7), the specific image, the specific image, And / or an item for setting a work condition for the background image is included.

According to the above-mentioned wrapping paper making system (8), the specific image and / or the background image can be modified. In addition, the user of the general customer terminal (for example, the giver) can freely set the specific image (the image that is replaced with an image unique to the giver) and / or the processing conditions for the background image. . In other words, the work conditions can be set according to the wishes of the giver (for example, the bride and groom), so that a wrapping paper that further reflects the individuality of the giver can be created.

The wrapping paper (1) according to the present invention is a wrapping paper for wrapping an object to be wrapped, and may be any one of the wrapping paper making devices (1) to (7) or the wrapping paper making system. It is characterized by being a wrapping paper created by using any one of (1) to (8). The wrapping paper (2) according to the present invention is characterized in that, in the wrapping paper (1), the packaged object is a product catalog. Also,
In the wrapping paper (3) according to the present invention, in the wrapping paper (1) or (2), the wrapped object is a gift for a wedding, a celebration in a wedding ceremony, a celebration in a new building, a celebration in a new building, a celebration in a school entrance, and a celebration in a childbirth. Characterized in that it is used for any of the above.

According to any one of the above wrapping papers (1) to (3), a gift wrapping paper on which an image including all or a part of the image unique to the sender is printed is realized. Can be. As such a wrapping paper, for example, a wrapping paper containing a photograph of the bride and groom and reflecting the personality of the bride and groom can be given.

Therefore, even if a catalog gift or the like is used as a wedding gift, the use of this wrapping paper overflows with originality and reflects the individuality of the presenter (ie, bride and groom). Can be given to guests. Such wrapping paper is also very suitable for use in wedding gifts, wedding celebration, pleasure celebration, new construction celebration, entrance school celebration, childbirth celebration, and the like.

[0049]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Embodiments of a wrapping paper producing apparatus, a wrapping paper producing system and a wrapping paper according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a block diagram schematically showing a main part of a wrapping paper producing apparatus according to Embodiment (1).

The above-mentioned wrapping paper producing apparatus comprises a processing means 1 for performing various processes, a memory 2, databases 3, 4, a keyboard 5, a mouse 6, a scanner 7, and a display panel 8.
and a printer 9 having a. Signals output from keys provided on the keyboard 5 and signals output by operating the mouse 6 are input to the processing means 1, and processing corresponding to these signals is performed by the processing means 1. ing.

The scanner 7 is a device for inputting an image such as a photograph or an illustration as digital data, and the processing means 1 stores data relating to the image taken from the scanner 7 in the memory 2. . For example, a user (a clerk of a store providing a gift support service or the like) uses the scanner 7 to generate an image (for example, a photograph of the giver, a portrait of the giver, a gift, etc.) unique to the giver (for example, bride and groom). By taking in the words of the Lord, the data relating to the image specific to the presenter can be stored in the memory 2.

The database 3 stores image data such as a check pattern and a small pattern as data relating to a background image which is the background of the image unique to the giver, and the database 4 is arranged in the main part of the sample image. Image data such as photographs and illustrations is stored as data relating to the main image to be performed (the main image is also an image that can be replaced with an image unique to the giver when creating a print image).

Further, in the wrapping paper making apparatus according to the embodiment (1), the user can make various selection settings through the screen displayed on the display panel 8a.
Through the "menu" screen as shown in FIG. 2, "new image creation" or "use of original image" can be selected.

Next, the processing operation performed by the processing means 1 in the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1) will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. First, a "menu" screen (FIG. 2) is displayed on the display panel 8a (step S1). Next, it is determined whether or not the user has issued an instruction to create a new image based on the content selected through the "menu" screen (step S2). Is displayed (step S3).

The user can set sample image creation conditions through the “sample image condition setting” screen. For example, when the user selects “background image setting” through this screen, The processing means 1 displays a "select pattern (set background image)" screen (FIG. 5). When "check pattern" is selected through this screen, "select color tone (set background image)" is displayed. Screen (FIG. 6), and when "red" is selected through this screen, a background image is created and created based on the background image data stored in the database 3 in accordance with these various selections. A background image is displayed (FIG. 7).

On the other hand, when “main image setting” is selected through the “sample image condition setting” screen (FIG. 4),
The “Select Type (Set Main Image)” screen (FIG. 8) is displayed. When “Photo” is selected through this screen, the “Select Form (Set Main Image)” screen (FIG. 9) is displayed. Display, and through this screen, when "heart" is selected,
The "Select color tone (set main image)" screen (FIG. 10) is displayed. When "Original" is selected through this screen, the "Select special effect (set main image)" screen (FIG. 1)
1) is displayed, and when "original original" is selected through this screen, a main image is created based on the main image data stored in the database 4 according to these various selections, and the created main image is displayed. It is displayed (FIG. 12).

Also, through any of these screens,
When "selection end" is selected, a sample image is created according to the various selections described above (step S4), and the created sample image is displayed on the display panel 8a as shown in FIG. 13 (step S5). . Here, a photograph of a model dressed as a bride and groom is fitted in the heart-shaped frame selected as the main image.

Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the user has issued a condition change instruction based on the contents selected through the "sample image display" screen (FIG. 13) (step S6). If it is determined, the process returns to step S3. On the other hand, if it is determined that there is no instruction to change the condition, it is determined whether or not there is an instruction to read the image specific to the sender based on the content selected through the “sample image display” screen (FIG. 13). (Step S7), if it is determined that there is no instruction to read the image unique to the giver,
It returns to step S6.

On the other hand, if it is determined that there is an instruction to read the image specific to the sender, the scanner 7 reads in advance the data relating to the image specific to the sender, which is stored in the memory 2 (step S8). The main image (the photograph of the model dressed as the bride and groom) is replaced with an image unique to the giver (for example, the photograph of the bride and groom) based on the data and the data on the sample image created in step S4, and printed. An image for use is created (step S9), and FIG.
As shown in FIG. 4, the created print image is displayed on the display panel 8.
is displayed on a (step S10).

Thereafter, it is determined whether or not an instruction to change the condition has been given by the user based on the contents selected through "Display of print image (creation of new image)" (FIG. 14) (step S11). If you determine that
It returns to step S3. On the other hand, if it is determined that there is no instruction to change the conditions, it is determined whether or not there is an instruction to end the work from the user, by referring to the “print image display (new image creation)” drawing (FIG. 1).
The processing operation is terminated if it is determined based on the contents selected through 4) (step S12) and it is determined that there is an instruction to end the work. If it is determined that there is no instruction to end the work, printing is performed by the user. "Print image display (new image creation)" (FIG. 1)
A determination is made based on the content selected through 4) (step S13).

If it is determined that there is an instruction to print the print image, data on the print image is sent to the printer 9 (step S14). If it is determined that there is no instruction to print the print image, step S14 is performed. It returns to S11.

By the way, in the judgment in step S2,
If it is determined that there is no instruction to create a new image, then it is determined whether or not there has been an instruction from the user to use the original image (for example, an image created by the sender using a personal computer or the like) on the “Menu” screen ( A determination is made based on the content selected through FIG. 2) (step S15). If it is determined that there is an instruction to use the original image, the data related to the original image previously read by the scanner 7 and stored in the memory 2 is read out. (Step S16) Based on the read data, a print image is created (Step S17), and as shown in FIG. 15, the created print image is displayed on the display panel 8a (Step S18).

Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the user has instructed the end of the work based on the content selected through the “print image display (original)” screen (FIG. 15) (step S 19). If it is determined that there is an instruction, the processing operation is terminated, and if it is determined that there is no instruction for terminating the work, it is determined whether or not the user has issued an instruction to print a print image. Is determined based on the content selected through the screen (FIG. 15) (step S20). If it is determined that there is an instruction to print the print image, data on the print image is sent to the printer 9 (step S14). If it is determined that there is no instruction to print the print image, the process returns to step S19. .

Here, the image unique to the sender and the original image are pre-fetched by the scanner 7 and stored in the memory 2. However, in the wrapping paper making apparatus according to another embodiment, The image may be fetched and stored in the memory 2 when necessary.

The image capturing apparatus is not limited to the scanner 7, but may be, for example, an image capturing apparatus such as a flexible disk storing image data or a digital camera. Data may be fetched, or data transmitted using communication such as e-mail may be fetched.

According to the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the above-mentioned embodiment (1), a printing image is produced by adding a background image to all or a part of an image peculiar to a gift fetched from the outside. Since the data relating to the created print image is sent to the printing means, it is possible to print all or a part of the image unique to the giver on a paper.

For example, by taking in a photograph of the bride and groom from the outside as an image peculiar to the giver, an image containing the photograph of the bride and groom can be printed on paper. That is, it is possible to create a wrapping paper containing the bride and groom's photographs and reflecting the individuality of the bride and groom. FIG. 16 is a schematic development view of a wrapping paper created by using the wrapping paper creating apparatus.

Therefore, even if a catalog gift or the like is used as a wedding present, the use of this wrapping paper is full of originality and reflects the individuality of the presenter (ie, bride and groom). Can be given to guests. FIG. 17 is a schematic perspective view of a case where the object to be packaged is wrapped with wrapping paper created using the wrapping paper creating apparatus.

In the wrapping paper making apparatus according to the embodiment (1), a sample image is created, and a main image included in the sample image is replaced with a gifter-specific image to create a print image. However, in the wrapping paper creating apparatus according to another embodiment, a print image may be created from the beginning using an image unique to the sender without creating a sample image.

In the wrapping paper making apparatus according to the above embodiment (1), the sample image is selected by selecting the pattern and color tone of the background image and the shape, color tone and special effect of the main image. Although it is created, the creation of the sample image is not limited to this, and the wrapping paper creating apparatus according to another embodiment provides more freedom of selection, for example,
The position of the main image may be freely set.

FIG. 18 is a block diagram schematically showing a main part of a wrapping paper making system according to the embodiment (2).
In the figure, reference numeral 11 denotes a server. The server 11 includes a menu screen browsing unit 12, a sample image creating unit 13, an information storing unit 14, an information transmitting unit 15, and a customer file 16, and includes a computer file. It is connected to a network (hereinafter simply referred to as a network) 17. The general customer terminal 18 and the company terminal 20 are connected to the network 17 and are connected to the server 11 via the network 17.

The customer file 16 is a file for storing data relating to the customer inputted at the general customer terminal 18 and data relating to the sample image set at the general customer terminal 18. As shown in FIG. , Name, address, telephone number, mail address, photo frame identification code, background color identification code, photo color identification code, and the like.

The access means 19 (for example, a Web browser) provided in the general customer terminal 18 is connected to the server 1
1 menu screen browsing means 12 and sample image creating means 13
The menu screen browsing means 12 displays a menu screen (for example, a Web page) on the general customer terminal 18 when there is access from the general customer terminal 18.
The sample image creation means 13 sends a sample image creation screen (for example, a Web page) to the general customer terminal 18 when a request for sample image creation is made from the general customer terminal 18 through the menu screen. It is.

The information storage means 14 collects various information input from the general customer terminal 18 and stores it in the customer file 16.
Is transmitted to the company terminal 20.

FIG. 20 is a block diagram schematically showing a main part of the company terminal 20 in the packaging paper making system according to the embodiment (2). The enterprise terminal 20 includes a processing unit 21 for performing various processes, a memory 22, a customer file 23, a keyboard 24, a mouse 25, a scanner 26, a display device 27 having a display panel 27a, and a printer 28. It is composed of

The customer file 23 is a file for storing data transmitted from the server 11 (data relating to the customer and data relating to the sample image set by the customer). Signals output from keys provided on the keyboard 24 and signals output by operating the mouse 25 are input to the processing unit 21, and processing corresponding to these signals is performed by the processing unit 21. ing.

The scanner 26 is a device for inputting an image such as a photograph or an illustration as digital data, and the processing means 21 stores data relating to the image captured from the scanner 26 in the memory 22. . For example, a user (a clerk of a store providing a gift support service or the like) uses the scanner 26 to send an image (for example, a photograph of the giver) specific to the giver (for example, the bride and groom) sent from the giver. , Etc.), the data on the image unique to the giver can be stored in the memory 22.

The capture of the image specific to the sender is not limited to the scanner 26. For example, the capture of the image is performed from a recording medium such as a flexible disk in which image data is stored, or stored in a digital camera. Alternatively, the data sent from the general customer terminal 18 may be fetched using communication data such as e-mail or the like.

FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the processing operations of the general customer terminal 18 and the server 11 and the processing operations of the company terminal 21 and the server 11 in the packaging paper making system according to the embodiment (2). It will be described based on the following. First, when the general customer terminal 18 is connected to the server 11 via the network 17 (step S3).
1) The server 11 transmits a menu screen to the general customer terminal 18 (step S32).

When the general customer terminal 18 receives the menu screen (step S33), the received menu screen is displayed (step S34). Next, when the general customer requests creation of a sample image of the wrapping paper through the menu screen (step S35), a signal indicating that the sample image creation is requested is transmitted to the server 11 (step S3).
6).

When the server 11 receives the signal (step S37), it transmits a sample image creation screen to the general customer terminal 18 (step S38). When the general customer terminal 18 receives the sample image creation screen ~ (step S39), the received sample image creation screen (selection of a frame for inserting a photograph) is displayed (step S40: FIG. 22).
(A)).

When a frame for inserting a photograph is selected by a general customer through the sample image creation screen (step S4).
1) A sample image creation screen (selection of background color) is displayed (step S42: see FIG. 22 (b)). Next, when a background color is selected from a general customer through the sample image creation screen (step S42). S43), a sample image creation screen (selection of color of photograph) is displayed (step S44: FIG. 22)
(C)).

When a photograph color is selected by a general customer through the sample image creation screen (step S45), a sample image of the wrapping paper created based on these selections is displayed (step S46). FIG. 23 shows an example of a sample image of the wrapping paper. At this time, a photograph of the model dressed as the bride and groom transmitted from the server 11 together with the sample image creation screen is inserted into the frame of the photograph.

Thereafter, when there is an instruction from the general customer to recreate the sample image (step S47), the process returns to step S40. On the other hand, there is no instruction from the general customer to recreate the sample image, and the name, address, etc. are input, and When creation is ordered (step S48), data indicating various selection contents, name, address, and the like selected through the sample image creation screen are transmitted to the server 11 (step S4).
9).

When the server 11 receives the data (step S50), it stores the data in the customer file 16 (step S51), and transmits the data stored in the customer file 16 to the enterprise terminal 20 (step S5).
2). When the enterprise terminal 20 receives the data (step S53), it stores the received data in the customer file 23.
(Step S54).

Here, when the server 11 receives the data transmitted from the general customer terminal 18 and stores the received data in the customer file 16, the data is automatically transmitted to the enterprise terminal 20. However, in another embodiment, when there is a data transmission request from the enterprise terminal 20 to the server 11, the server 11 may transmit the data to the enterprise terminal 20.

Next, the processing means 21 in the enterprise terminal 20
Will be described based on the flowchart shown in FIG. Note that the processing operation is performed when reading of data relating to a sample image created by a predetermined customer is requested by an operation on the keyboard 24 or the mouse 25 or the like.

First, data on a sample image created by the predetermined customer is read from the customer file 23 (step S51), and a sample image is created based on the read data (step S52). As shown in (5), the created sample image is displayed on the display panel 27a (step S53).

Next, it is determined whether or not the user has issued an instruction to read the image specific to the giver by operating the keyboard 24 or the mouse 25 (step S5).
4) If it is instructed to read, the scanner 26 reads in advance the data relating to the image unique to the sender, which is stored in the memory 22 (step S5).
5) Based on the read data and the data related to the sample image, the specific image is replaced with an image specific to the sender, and a print image is created (step S56).
As shown in the figure, the created print image is displayed on the display panel 27.
is displayed on a (step S57).

Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the user has issued an instruction to print a print image by operating the keyboard 24 or the mouse 25 (step S58). , And sends data relating to the print image to the printer 28 (step S
59).

According to the wrapping paper making system according to the above embodiment (2), a photograph (specific image) of a model dressed as a bride and groom, which is made at general customer terminal 18 via network 17, is included. The data relating to the sample image of the wrapping paper is stored in the customer file 16 provided in the server 11, and the data relating to the sample image stored in the customer file 16 is transmitted to the enterprise terminal 20. That is, with respect to the data on the sample image of the wrapping paper including the specific image created by the general customer terminal 18,
It can be obtained at the company terminal 20.

The scanner 26 captures data relating to an image specific to the giver (for example, a photograph of the bride and groom), and based on the data and the data relating to the sample image, the specific image is converted to the specific form of the giver. Is generated, data based on a print image suitable for printing on paper is created based on the replaced data, and the created data is output from the printer 28. Paper (wrapping paper) on which an image is printed can be created.

For example, when the image unique to the giver is a photograph of the bride and groom, an image containing the photograph of the bride and groom can be printed on paper. That is, it is possible to create a wrapping paper containing the bride and groom's photographs and reflecting the individuality of the bride and groom. Therefore, even when a catalog gift or the like is used as a gift for a wedding, the use of this wrapping paper allows the originality of the presenter (that is, the bride and groom) to be reflected. We can give to visitor.

In the wrapping paper making system according to the embodiment (2), a sample image is created at the general customer terminal 18 and the specific image included in the sample image is replaced with the gifter-specific image at the company terminal 20. However, in the wrapping paper making system according to another embodiment, the general customer terminal 1
In step 8, the specific image and the sender-specific image may be replaced. In the wrapping paper creation system according to still another embodiment, a sender-specific image is used from the beginning without creating a sample image. Then, an image of the wrapping paper may be created.

In the wrapping paper producing system according to the embodiment (2), a sample image is produced by selecting a frame in which a photograph is to be placed, a background color, and a photograph color. However, the creation of the sample image is not limited to this, and the wrapping paper creation system according to another embodiment provides more freedom of selection, for example, freely setting the position where the photograph is inserted. You may be able to.

In the wrapping paper creation system according to still another embodiment, instead of the sample image created by the general customer terminal 18, a wrapping paper image created by using software for creating illustrations is used. The information may be received by the server 11.

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FIG. 1 is a block diagram schematically showing a main part of a wrapping paper making apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on a display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a processing operation performed by a processing unit in the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on a display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on a display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on a display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on the display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on the display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on the display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on a display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on the display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 12 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on the display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on the display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on the display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 15 is a diagram showing an operation screen displayed on the display panel of the wrapping paper producing apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 16 is a schematic development view of a wrapping paper created by using the wrapping paper creating apparatus according to the embodiment (1).

FIG. 17 is a schematic perspective view of a wrapping paper created by using the wrapping paper creating apparatus according to the embodiment (1), when the packaged object is wrapped.

FIG. 18 is a block diagram schematically showing a main part of a wrapping paper producing system according to Embodiment (2).

FIG. 19 is a diagram showing an example of a structure of a customer file of a server in the wrapping paper creating system according to the embodiment (2).

FIG. 20 is a block diagram schematically showing a main part of a company terminal in the wrapping paper making system according to the embodiment (2).

FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a processing operation in a general customer terminal and a server and a processing operation in a corporate terminal and a server of the packaging paper making system according to the embodiment (2).

FIGS. 22A to 22C are diagrams showing operation screens displayed on a display panel of a company terminal in the packaging paper making system according to the embodiment (2).

FIG. 23 is a diagram illustrating an example of a sample image of wrapping paper.

FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing a processing operation performed by a processing unit of a company terminal in the wrapping paper making system according to the embodiment (2).

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 1, 21 processing means 2, 22 memory 3, 4 database 7, 26 scanner 8, 27 display device 8a, 27a display panel 9, 28 printer 11 server 16, 23 customer file 18 general customer terminal 19 access means 20 corporate terminal

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Claims (18)

[Claims] 1. A wrapping paper producing apparatus for producing an individual wrapping paper by printing on a paper used as a wrapping paper for wrapping an object to be wrapped, an image reflecting the individuality of the giver. A first unique image data storage means for storing data relating to an image unique to the sender, which is an image fetched from the outside, and a gift based on the data stored in the first unique image data storage means. A first printing image creating means for creating a printing image suitable for printing on the paper, including all or a part of the main unique image, apparatus. 2. A printing device for printing an image on paper, and an image data sending unit sending data relating to the printing image created by the first printing image creating unit to the printing unit. 2. The wrapping paper making apparatus according to claim 1, wherein 3. A method according to claim 1, further comprising: a first background image data storage unit in which data relating to a background image serving as a background of the image unique to the sender is stored; The data stored in the data storage means;
The present invention is to create, as the print image, an image obtained by adding the background image to all or a part of the image unique to the sender based on the data stored in the background image data storage means. The wrapping paper making apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, wherein 4. A method according to claim 1, further comprising: a first work condition setting unit configured to allow a user to set a work condition for the image specific to the giver and / or the background image. The present invention is characterized in that the image specific to the sender and / or the background image is modified based on the modification condition set by the first modification condition setting means to create the print image. Item 5. The wrapping paper making apparatus according to any one of Items 1 to 3. 5. A specific image data storage means in which data relating to a specific image is stored, and based on the data stored in the specific image data storage means, prior to creation of the print image, Sample image creating means for creating an image serving as a sample of the wrapping paper including all or a part thereof, wherein the first print image creating means relates to the sample image created by the sample image creating means The print image is created by replacing the specific image included in the sample image with an image specific to the sender based on data and data stored in the first specific image data storage unit. 3. The wrapping paper making apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the wrapping paper making apparatus is provided. 6. A method according to claim 6, further comprising a second background image data storage unit storing data relating to a background image serving as a background of the specific image, wherein the sample image creation unit stores data stored in the specific image data storage unit. And generating, as the print image, an image obtained by adding the background image to all or a part of the specific image based on the data stored in the second background image data storage unit. 6. The wrapping paper making apparatus according to claim 5, wherein: 7. A method according to claim 7, further comprising a second setting condition setting means for setting a setting condition for the specific image and / or the background image by a user, wherein the sample image creating means sets the second setting condition. The specific image, based on the working conditions set by the means,
7. The wrapping paper creating apparatus according to claim 5, wherein the sample image is created by modifying the background image. 8. A paper provided with a server connected to a general customer terminal and a corporate terminal via a communication line, and the corporate terminal, and the personality of the giver is given to paper used as wrapping paper for wrapping the packaged object. A wrapping paper creation system for creating a unique wrapping paper by printing a reflected image, wherein the server is an image of a wrapping paper including an image specific to a sender at the general customer terminal. A first transmission unit for transmitting a wrapping paper image creation screen for creating a wrapping paper image to the general customer terminal; a wrapping paper image data storage unit for storing data relating to an image of the wrapping paper; First storage means for storing the created data relating to the image of the wrapping paper in the wrapping paper image data storage means; and an image of the wrapping paper stored in the wrapping paper image data storage means And a second transmitting means for transmitting data relating to the data to the company terminal. 9. A printing method suitable for printing on said paper, including an image specific to a giver, based on data on the image of said wrapping paper transmitted by said second transmitting means, Creating an image second
9. The wrapping paper creating system according to claim 8, further comprising: a printing image creating unit. 10. The image creation item on the wrapping paper image creation screen includes an item for setting a background image to be a background of an image unique to the gift giver. 9. A wrapping paper preparation system according to item 9. 11. An image creation item on the wrapping paper image creation screen includes an item for setting an image specific to a gift giver and / or a processing condition for the background image. The wrapping paper making system according to any one of items 8 to 10. 12. A server provided with a server connected to a general customer terminal and a corporate terminal via a communication line, and the corporate terminal, wherein the paper used as wrapping paper for wrapping the packaged object has personality of the giver. A packaging paper creation system for creating a unique packaging paper by printing a reflected image, wherein the server becomes a sample of a packaging paper including a specific image at the general customer terminal. A sample image creation screen for creating an image,
Third transmission means for transmitting to the general customer terminal; sample image data storage means for storing data relating to a sample image; and data relating to the sample image created through the sample image creation screen, to the sample image data storage means. A second storage unit for storing the sample image data stored in the sample image data storage unit, and a fourth transmission unit for transmitting the sample image data to the enterprise terminal. Paper making system. 13. The method according to claim 13, wherein the company terminal stores data relating to an image specific to the giver, a second specific image data storage unit, data stored in the second specific image data storage unit, and the fourth specific image data storage unit. The specific image included in the sample image is replaced with an image unique to the sender based on the data related to the sample image transmitted by the transmitting unit, and a printing image suitable for printing on the paper is created. 3. An image forming apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising:
2. The wrapping paper making system according to 2. 14. An image creation item on the sample image creation screen, wherein an item for setting a background image to be a background of the specific image is included.
14. The wrapping paper making system according to claim 2 or 13. 15. An image creation item on the sample image creation screen includes an item for setting a working condition for the specific image and / or the background image. The wrapping paper making system according to any one of the above items. 16. A wrapping paper for wrapping an object to be wrapped, the wrapping paper making apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 7, or the wrapping paper according to any one of claims 8 to 15. A wrapping paper characterized by being a wrapping paper created using a paper creation system. 17. The wrapping paper according to claim 16, wherein the packaged object is a product catalog. 18. The wrapping object is used for any of a wedding present, a wedding celebration, a cheerful celebration, a new construction celebration, a school celebration, and a childbirth celebration. The wrapping paper according to claim 16 or 17.