JPS6295294A - Memorial card - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] This bulletin contains application data before electronic filing, so abstract data is not recorded.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention The present invention relates to commemorative cards for birthdays, anniversaries, or as condolence letters.

(Object of the Invention) An object of the present invention is to provide a commemorative card that has more features and is more suitable for special occasions other than ordinary greeting cards. When the commemorative card of the present invention is used as a memorial card, it can be left as it is, for example, in a cemetery or a "garden of memories."

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention provides a commemorative card formed from a water-resistant material and having means for attaching at least one flower and means for providing moisture to the at least one flower.

Although it is preferred that the card be formed from a water-impermeable sheet plastic material, the card may be formed from other suitable materials such as paper or card coated with wax or plastic.

Cards of the invention may be printed with any suitable pattern, design or decoration, and may also include any suitable words, such as birthday or other commemorative words, and condolence words. At least a portion of the card may be made ink receptive so that a personal message or signature can be handwritten. For example, at least a portion of the card may be chemically etched or otherwise treated to make it receptive to ink. Alternatively, a paper label may be glued or otherwise affixed to this area and a message or signature may be written by hand.

The card must also include at least one flower.
For example, the recesses may be formed by vacuum forming or other means.

The means for providing the at least one flower on the card may be any suitable means and may for example consist of one or more clips or strings. A particularly preferred means of attachment includes forming a slit in the card, in which a pair of oppositely directed lugs are provided spaced apart;
Small elastic bands are then engaged with these ledges to hold the flowers in place.

The card is provided with at least one opening through which at least one flower handle can be inserted, with the end of the handle located at the rear of the card.

Both artificial and fresh flowers can be used in the cards of the present invention. If using fresh flowers, provide a water supply. Such water supply means can be made of a rigid foamed plastic material that retains water and into which the flower handle can be inserted, for example
It can be constructed from commercially available products such as "Oasis". This rigid foamed plastic material is hidden from view when placed on or within the card, for example in a pocket or recess formed on the back of the card. Alternatively, the water supply means may consist of a small tube or pan made of plastic or other suitable material capable of containing water. Water-soaked cotton wool or other suitable materials may also be used for the same purpose.

If desired or necessary, sealing means may be provided on the tube or pan to form a seal around the flower stalk.

If desired, a transparent or translucent cover, for example made of plastic material, is provided, which encloses the flowers provided on the card together with the card. This kind of cover not only protects the flowers but also slows down their drying.

When using the card according to the invention as a memorial letter,
If the card has at least one spike, pin, etc., it can be stuck into the ground, for example in the Garden of Memories.

(Example) The invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, a flower 2 is attached to the card 1 using a band or string 3.

The card 1 is constructed from a sheet of plastic material, with a raised perimeter 4 and a recessed central portion 5. The handle 7 of the flower 2 is inserted through the opening 6 of the card 1. A pocket forming member 8 made of plastic or other water-resistant material is formed on the rear surface of the card around the opening 6, a block 9 made of a hard foamed plastic material capable of retaining water is attached thereto, and the handle 7 of the flower 2 is inserted.

Since the card 1 and the pocket forming member 8 are made of an impermeable material, the water that passes through the opening 6 completely immerses the block 9 of hard foam plastic material, and also maintains the freshness of the flowers. Water is sprayed on card 1 and flower 2.

Card 1 may be provided with a suitable pattern or decoration (some of which is indicated by 10) by printing and/or embossing, and may also be provided with appropriate words such as the time of year or greetings (e.g. in the top right corner). (indicated by 11) can be printed.

To enable personal use of the card, an ink-receptive strip 12 is provided on which a signature or other message can be written. This strip chemically or mechanically treats the surface of the card 10, or
It may be made of paper or other suitable material and may be attached by adhesive or other means.

If desired, the card can be made to stand up by providing it with a second support member or with hinged legs or supports on the rear side. If desired, the card can be placed in a box or fitted with a transparent or translucent cover, for example of plastic material.
The flowers 2 can be encapsulated, thus helping to keep the flowers fresh.

Referring now to FIG. 3, a further strip 21 of a similar material is secured by adhesive or other means along the lower portion of the card 20, which may be constructed of water-resistant plastic-coated cardboard or the like. this strip 2
1 is adapted to form an open-ended sleeve 22 with the card 20. The sleeve 22 has an open-top waterproof bag 23 made of polyethylene or other suitable plastic material, such as a block of hard foamed plastic material into which a flower pattern can be inserted. It has a retaining material 24.

When the strip 21 projects from one side edge of the card 20, it becomes a second support member 25 which can be opened to allow the card to stand freely, as shown.

(Effects of the Invention) When an opening 26 is formed in the card 20, a suitable string such as a ribbon is passed through the card 20, and the card is tied with a decorative knot, for example, the flower whose handle is inserted into the material 24 can be held.

As with the previous embodiments, the card 20, the strip 21 and/or the support member 25 can be provided with any desired pattern or decoration and can be printed with suitable words such as the time of year or greetings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a front view of the card of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a partial side view showing details thereof, and FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing another embodiment of the card of the present invention. (No change in the contents of the edict of the drawings) Procedural amendment (method) February 2, 5, 1986 Director General of the Patent Office Michibu Uga 1. Indication of the case. Patent Application No. 60-228554゜2, Invention Name Commemorative Card 3, Relationship with the case of the person making the amendment Patent Applicant Name: Patricia Lillian Lentoul 4 Agent Address: Marunouchi Building, 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100 752 Ward 5 Date of notification of reasons for refusal Date of dispatch January 28, 1932 6 Subject of amendment

Claims (10)

[Claims] (1) A commemorative card made of waterproof material having means for attaching at least one flower and means for supplying water to the at least one flower. (2) A commemorative card according to claim 1, adapted to receive at least one flower. (3) A commemorative card according to claim 1, wherein the means for attaching at least one flower comprises string means. (4) The commemorative card according to claim 1, wherein at least one flower is inserted into at least one opening, and the end of the handle is positioned at the rear of the card. (5) The commemorative card according to claim 1, wherein the water supply means is made of a water-retaining hard foam plastic material into which at least one flower pattern can be inserted. (6) A commemorative card according to claim 1, which has a pocket means having a water supply means. (7) The commemorative card according to claim 1, which comprises an open-ended sleeve, and the sleeve is provided with a waterproof bag having water retention means. (8) The commemorative card according to claim 1, which has means for making the card stand up. (9) A commemorative card according to claim 8, wherein said means comprises a second support member for the card. (10) A strip made of a material similar to the card material is fixed to the card, the strip and the card form an open-ended sleeve, a water-retaining material is placed in the sleeve to form a waterproof bag, and the bag is A commemorative card formed from a water-resistant coaching card material, the card being opened to allow the handle of at least one flower to be inserted into the water-retentive material and having means for securing the at least one flower to the card.