Patent Application
20250026528
The present invention relates to the field of gift wrapping systems. More specifically, the invention pertains to an improved gift wrapping system that simplifies and streamlines the process of wrapping gifts, offering convenience and ease of use.
Gift wrapping has long been a traditional and cherished practice associated with various occasions, such as birthdays, holidays, and special events. However, conventional gift-wrapping methods often involve complex folding techniques, wastage of wrapping material, and time-consuming efforts. Furthermore, achieving a neat and presentable gift package can be challenging for individuals with limited wrapping skills.
Various attempts have been made to address these challenges in the prior art. Traditional gift-wrapping materials, such as wrapping paper and rolls, have been widely available, offering a range of patterns and designs for personalization. Additionally, certain gift bags and boxes have been introduced as alternatives to conventional wrapping methods, providing convenience but with limited customization options.
In the prior art, some gift-wrapping systems have attempted to simplify the process by the use of pre-formed gift bags and boxes. These alternatives offer convenience by eliminating the need for folding and cutting. Users can simply place the gift inside the bag or box, reducing the time and effort required for wrapping. However, these solutions can be limiting in terms of the range of gift sizes and shapes they can accommodate. Moreover, while they may provide convenience, they may not offer the same level of customization and personalization as traditional wrapping methods.
Some prior art solutions have introduced adhesive strips or tapes for securing the wrapping material. These adhesives aim to simplify the sealing process, eliminating the need for additional tools or materials such as ribbons or bows. However, these solutions often lack user-friendly mechanisms for opening the wrapped gift, which can lead to unintended damage or tearing of the wrapping material when attempting to access the gift.
Despite these prior art attempts to address the challenges associated with gift-wrapping, there remains a need for an improved system that combines simplicity, efficiency, and customization while accommodating gifts of various sizes and shapes. Such a system should provide clear and comprehensive folding instructions, minimize material wastage, offer secure yet easily accessible seals, and ensure a visually appealing presentation. It should provide an improved gift-wrapping system that overcomes the limitations of the prior art, providing a simplified, efficient, and user-friendly approach to gift-wrapping while allowing customization and accommodating gifts of various sizes and shapes.
By discussing various prior art examples, it becomes evident that existing solutions have made strides in simplifying gift-wrapping processes. However, they often fall short in terms of versatility, customization, and overall user experience.
The following summary is an explanation of some of the general inventive steps for the device and apparatus in the description. This summary is not an extensive overview of the invention and does not intend to limit its scope beyond what is described and claimed as a summary.
The present invention is directed towards addressing the aforementioned challenges and providing an improved gift wrapping system. This system is designed to simplify and enhance the gift-wrapping process, ensuring consistent and visually appealing results. The gift wrapping system comprises several innovative components and features, including a pre-cut wrapping material with markings and labels, an enclosure with a base forming a gift receiving provision, foldable flaps, and sticky strip seals.
The pre-cut wrapping material plays a crucial role in guiding users through the folding and enclosing process. It is specifically designed with markings and labels strategically placed on the material, providing clear instructions on where to fold and position the material for optimal wrapping. These markings and labels serve as visual cues, ensuring that users achieve consistent and visually appealing wrapping results every time they use the system. By following these guidelines, users can easily fold the material to create neatly wrapped gifts.
In addition to the pre-cut wrapping material, the gift wrapping system includes an enclosure with a base that forms a gift receiving provision. This enclosure serves as the core structure for the gift package, providing stability and support. The enclosure is designed to securely hold the gift and prevent it from shifting during the wrapping process or when handling the wrapped gift.
To enclose the gift and seal the package, the gift wrapping system incorporates foldable flaps. These flaps are strategically positioned to fold over and enclose the enclosure, ensuring a secure and visually pleasing presentation. The foldable flaps are an integral part of the system, working in conjunction with the markings and labels on the pre-cut wrapping material to create a seamless wrapping process.
To secure the gift package, the foldable flaps are equipped with sticky strip seals. These seals are designed to securely adhere to the wrapping material, ensuring a tight and secure closure.
The sticky strip seals provide a reliable and long-lasting seal, preventing the gift from accidentally opening or becoming loose during transportation or handling.
One of the significant advantages of the gift wrapping system is its adaptability to accommodate gifts of various sizes and shapes. Whether it is a small jewelry box or a larger clothing or electronic item, the system is designed to handle different dimensions and proportions. This versatility enhances its usability and makes it suitable for a wide range of gift-giving occasions.
Furthermore, the gift wrapping system allows for customization and choice based on user preferences. It can be used with different materials for the wrapping material, such as paper, nylon, polythene, or other suitable options. This flexibility allows users to tailor the wrapping material to their desired aesthetic or functional requirements.
Overall, the present invention aims to revolutionize the gift wrapping experience by offering a practical and efficient solution. By simplifying the wrapping process, saving time, and eliminating the need for complex folding techniques, the gift wrapping system ensures consistent and professional-looking results. It caters to individuals with limited wrapping skills, empowering them to achieve beautiful and visually appealing gift presentations.
The novel features believed to be characteristic of the illustrative embodiments are set forth in the appended claims. The illustrative embodiments, however, as well as a preferred mode of use, further objectives and descriptions thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following detailed description of one or more illustrative embodiments of the present disclosure when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:
Hereinafter, the preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail and reference made to the accompanying drawings. The terminologies or words used in the description and the claims of the present invention should not be interpreted as being limited merely to their common and dictionary meanings. On the contrary, they should be interpreted based on the meanings and concepts of the invention in keeping with the scope of the invention based on the principle that the inventor(s) can appropriately define the terms in order to describe the invention in the best way.
It is to be understood that the form of the invention shown and described herein is to be taken as a preferred embodiment of the present invention, so it does not express the technical spirit and scope of this invention. Accordingly, it should be understood that various changes and modifications may be made to the invention without departing from the spirit and scope thereof.
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An important aspect of the gift-wrapping system is a pre-cut wrapping material with markings and labels. This material serves as the foundation for the wrapping process, guiding users in folding and enclosing the gift. The pre-cut wrapping material may be made of various materials, such as paper, nylon, polythene, or other suitable options. The choice of material can be based on user preferences or desired aesthetics.
In some aspects, the pre-cut wrapping material includes markings and labels strategically placed to assist users in achieving consistent wrapping results. These markings provide clear instructions on where to fold and position the material for optimal wrapping. By following the guidelines provided by the markings, users can easily fold the material to create neatly wrapped gifts. The markings may indicate specific folding instructions, such as indicating where to fold edges, create corners, or align certain portions of the material.
The gift-wrapping system further includes an enclosure 101 with a base that forms a gift-receiving provision. The enclosure serves as the core structure that securely holds the gift during the wrapping process and subsequent handling. It ensures stability and prevents the gift from shifting or moving within the wrapping.
The gift-receiving provision within the enclosure is designed to accommodate gifts of various sizes and shapes. It offers versatility, allowing users to wrap a wide range of items, from small jewelry boxes to larger clothing or electronic items. The enclosure can have different shapes, such as rectangular, square, or even custom shapes depending on the specific embodiment.
Surrounding the enclosure are the foldable flaps 101 that play a crucial role in enclosing the gift and creating a neat and secure package. These foldable flaps are positioned to fold over the enclosure, covering and sealing the gift-receiving provision. The foldable flaps ensure that the gift remains hidden and protected until it is ready to be unwrapped.
In one implementation, the foldable flaps may include additional folding lines or perforations. These folding lines or perforations facilitate precise folding and alignment, allowing users to achieve consistent and visually appealing wrapping results. The additional folding lines or perforations guide the users during the folding process, ensuring that the flaps are neatly folded along the desired lines.
To secure the gift package, the foldable flaps may be equipped with sticky strip seals. These seals provide a reliable and secure closure, ensuring that the gift remains intact during transportation and handling. The sticky strip seals are designed to adhere securely when folded over the enclosure, forming a sealed package.
The sticky strip seals can be composed of a pressure-sensitive adhesive that offers a strong and long-lasting bond. This adhesive property allows the seals to maintain their integrity even during movement or jostling, preventing the gift from accidentally opening. The seals may be continuous strips along the edges of the foldable flaps or separate sections or individual strips on each flap, depending on the specific implementation.
The gift-wrapping system is designed to provide a straightforward and efficient wrapping process. To use the system, the user begins by placing the gift within the gift-receiving provision of the enclosure. The size and shape of the gift-receiving provision are adaptable, allowing it to accommodate gifts of various dimensions and proportions.
Once the gift is properly positioned within the enclosure, the user proceeds to fold the foldable flaps over the enclosure. The markings and labels on the pre-cut wrapping material serve as visual cues, guiding the user in folding and positioning the material accurately. By following the instructions provided by the markings, users can achieve consistent and visually appealing wrapping results.
After folding the flaps, the user secures the gift package by applying the sticky strip seals. The sticky strip seals adhere securely to the wrapping material, forming a sealed package. The pressure-sensitive adhesive ensures that the seals remain intact during transportation and handling, providing a secure and professional-looking gift presentation.
The gift-wrapping system offers several advantages and innovative features compared to conventional wrapping methods. It simplifies the wrapping process, saving time and eliminating the need for complex folding techniques. The use of the pre-cut wrapping material with markings and labels provides clear instructions, making it accessible even to individuals with limited wrapping skills.
The adaptability of the gift-wrapping system allows it to accommodate gifts of various sizes and shapes. This versatility ensures that the system can be used for a wide range of items, from small, delicate gifts to larger and bulkier presents. The ability to customize the wrapping material further enhances the user's creative freedom and personalization options.
The sticky strip seals provide a reliable and secure closure, ensuring that the gift remains intact until it is ready to be unwrapped. The pressure-sensitive adhesive used in the seals offers a strong bond while still allowing for easy opening when desired. This feature prevents accidental opening of the gift package during transportation or handling. The adhesive's properties may strike a balance between security and ease of opening, preventing accidental opening while still allowing for convenient unwrapping when desired.
Overall, the gift-wrapping system has the potential to revolutionize the gift-wrapping experience by offering a practical and efficient solution. It ensures consistent and visually appealing results, even for individuals with limited wrapping skills. By combining simplicity, versatility, and customization, the system enhances the joy of gift giving and elevates the overall presentation of gifts.
One of the significant advantages of the gift-wrapping system is its adaptability to different materials for the wrapping material and sticky strip seals. Users can choose from a variety of options such as paper, nylon, polythene, or other suitable materials based on their preferences. This customization feature allows for creative freedom, enabling users to select materials that align with the occasion, recipient's preferences, or personal style.
Important to note is that the invention embraces all alternatives, modifications, equivalents and variations that are within the spirit and scope of the disclosed subject matter. The invention is designed to be flexible and adaptable, so that it can be used in a variety of contexts. Additionally, the invention can be used with different devices, and can be customized to suit different user preferences.
The present invention has diverse industrial applications, including but not limited to the gift industry, retail sector, event planning, hospitality industry, and e-commerce. In the gift industry, the gift-wrapping system offers a unique and efficient solution for retailers, allowing them to provide professional and visually appealing gift presentations to their customers. It enhances the overall shopping experience by simplifying the wrapping process and ensuring consistent results. In the retail sector, the system can be utilized by various stores and boutiques, adding value to their products and distinguishing them from competitors. Event planners can benefit from the invention by incorporating it into their services, offering clients beautifully wrapped gifts for weddings, birthdays, and other special occasions.
