PRANK SPILL SYSTEM AND METHOD

Abstract

A system and method for an improved do-it-yourself novelty spill kit for pranking or playing a trick on others wherein an article of manufacture such as a simulated spill may be custom produced by a prankster for a desired pranking environment thus providing craft entertainment for the prankster and also improving the therapeutic prank effect for all involved.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a system and method for providing an improved do-it-yourself novelty spill kit for pranking or playing a trick on others. More specifically, the present invention relates to a system and method for providing an improved do-it-yourself novelty spill kit for pranking or playing a trick on others wherein an article of manufacture may be custom produced by a prankster for a desired pranking environment, thus providing craft entertainment for the prankster and also improving the prank effect for all involved.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

As has been said, Laughter is the best medicine. Within the field of novelty joke or prank systems and methods are some very well-known items; the whoopie cushion, the nefarious dribble glass, fake vomit, fake canine excrement, the hand-held joy buzzer, and many other “classics”. Included in this prank hall of fame are the “spill pranks” of beverages, foods, chemicals, household and industrial items, and the like. Coffee spilled on expensive equipment or over important papers can cause an associated stakeholder to momentarily erupt with concern and anguish; until the prank is discovered and typically both the guilty prankster, the relieved prankee, and possible others benefit from the ensuing jocularity.

Modernly, prank spills have been embraced by manufacturers to both promote their products, and to provide innocent entertainment for customers and the general public.

Known prank systems include US20050156027A1, US20130183883A1, Amazon.com/ALEX Toys Kid Concoctions Silly Spill Science Kit, Build-A-Prank-Kit, Candy Prank Kit, Pepsi Spill, Red Wine Spill Fake Food, Spill prank kit, How to Make a FAKE SPILL-DIY Prank—YouTube, GodoPranks, Easy Fake Spill Prank (How To)—YouTube, April Fools' Day “Spill” & Video|Martha Stewart, Amazon.com/Starter Prank Kit/Toys & Games, Fake Spills, Fake Spills2 and The Spilled Coffee Prank (with Pictures).

Typically, such products are offered by “fake item” manufacturers serving advertising, video production, stage and scene, food and beverage manufacturers and distributors, and similar industries.

Disadvantageously, such products are mass-produced and static; meaning that one prank is exactly like the next and usually chosen from a catalog.

An additional disadvantage of known prank spill methods and systems is that an item and/or item brand is typically out of place; meaning, an item that is not typically seen or used by a spill prankster or prankee during the daily routines of life will be out of place and therefore results in diminished entertainment.

To overcome these and other disadvantages, it is desired to provide an improved prank spill kit with which a prankster may utilize items seen or used during the daily life routines of the prankster and/or prankee to improve the impact of the spill prank and thus increase the jocularity release of stress and tension at the prank reveal or prestige.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved prank spill kit with which a prankster may utilize items, either branded or generic, typically seen or used during the daily life routines of the prankster and/or prankee to improve the impact of the spill prank and thus increase the jocularity release of stress and tension at the prank reveal or prestige.

It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved prank spill kit wherein a prankster is provided materials for making custom prank spills.

It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved prank spill kit wherein the material provided facilitates the prankster in making a custom prank spill to simulate a beverage spill, household chemical spill, food spill, cosmetic spill, industrial chemical spill, and/or combinations thereof.

It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved prank spill kit wherein the material provided facilitates a desired overall viscosity of the simulated spill, a desired overall color of the simulated spill, a desired overall shape of the simulated spill, a desired overall opaqueness of the simulated spill, a desired overall texture of the simulated spill, a desired overall size of the simulated spill, and/or combinations thereof.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a pre-packaged kit including all necessary ingredients and instructions for creating a prank spill.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a pre-packaged kit for creating a prank spill that is geared for and understandable to children, whereby children can create the prank spill.

These and other objects of the invention are achieved by providing methods and kits for creating a do-it-yourself novelty spill kit.

Other objects of the invention and its particular features and advantages will become more apparent from consideration of the following drawings and accompanying detailed description. It should be understood that the detailed description and specific examples, while indicating the preferred embodiment of the invention, are intended for purposes of illustration only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIGS. 1-7 are examples of a do-it-yourself novelty spill kit of a soda can, coffee cup, a beer, ketchup, nail polish, and motor oil of embodiments of the invention.

FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a method of the invention.

FIGS. 9-17 are photographs of various spills of embodiments of the invention.

FIGS. 18-20 is a do-it-yourself novelty spill kit of a brush spill, a nail varnish spill, and a wine spill, respectively.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

In the following description, numerous details are set forth for the purpose of explanation. However, one of ordinary skill in the art will realize that the invention may be practiced without the use of these specific details.

Objects of the invention are achieved by providing a do-it-yourself novelty spill kit for pranking or playing a trick on others.

These and other objects of the invention are achieved by providing kits, kits with instructions, methods, and systems for providing an improved prank spill.

In certain embodiments, the kit is pre-packaged and includes all necessary ingredients and instructions to prank or play a trick on others. The pre-packaged kit involves providing to a user all of the elements used to create the spill including items, either branded or generic, glue, paint, and other items in order to make the spill authentic and have increased effect in the prank.

In certain embodiments, the kit includes 15 to 18 pieces and is configured to generate three different spills. In certain embodiments, the kit includes 12 to 25 pieces and is configured to generate four or more different spills.

In certain embodiments, the kit includes 4 or more pieces for a single item spill.

In certain embodiments, the kit is configured to perform a coffee/hot chocolate spill.

In certain embodiments, the kit is configured to perform an ice cream spill.

In certain embodiments, the kit is configured to perform a milk, a yogurt, or a smoothie spill.

In certain embodiments, the kit is configured to perform a spill selected from a group consisting of a nail polisher, juice, beer, or combinations thereof.

In certain embodiments, the kit is configured to perform a spill selected from a group consisting of a beverage spill, household chemical spill, food spill, beverage spill, cosmetic spill, industrial chemical spill, brush spill, or combinations thereof.

In certain embodiments, the kit facilitates a desired overall viscosity of the simulated spill, a desired overall color of the simulated spill, a desired overall shape of the simulated spill, a desired overall opaqueness of the simulated spill, a desired overall texture of the simulated spill, a desired overall size of the simulated spill, and combinations thereof.

In certain embodiments, the kit comprises: a non-toxic fast-drying glue, a paint or food color, a container, and parchment paper/silicone mat. In certain embodiments, the parchment paper/silicone mat may be replaced or may be used in conjunction with a plastic wrap/paper. In certain embodiments, the parchment paper/silicone mat is usable for one spill or a combination of spills.

In certain embodiments, the kit may include multiple paints or food colors in order to create various types of spills, such that there is an order or sequence in the kit and in the instructions to create the spill.

In certain embodiments, the kit includes instructions for: mixing the non-toxic fast drying glue with the paint or food color; inserting the mixture into the container; pouring the mixture over the parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill, wherein the mixture is connected to the container; allowing the mixture to dry; and removing the spill from the parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill for pranking or playing a trick on others. By having the mixture connected to the container, the effect of the prank spill is increased as it looks like a more authentic spill to a user.

In certain embodiments, the step of mixing the non-toxic fast drying glue with the paint or food color includes mixing multiple paint or food colors with the non-toxic fast-drying glue to create unique spills of various colors and configurations.

In certain embodiments, the kit further includes instructions for placing a spoon, beverage stirrer or bottle cap associated with the container within the mixture.

The non-toxic fast drying glue and the paint or food color, once created as a mixture, and allowed to dry, do not cause any damage to surfaces on which the prank spill is used.

Other objects of the invention are achieved by providing a method of creating a do-it-yourself novelty spill for pranking or playing a trick on others comprising: mixing a non-toxic fast drying glue with a paint or food color to create a mixture; inserting the mixture into a container; pouring the mixture over a parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill, wherein the mixture is connected to the container; allowing the mixture to dry; and removing the spill from the parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill for pranking or playing a trick on others.

In certain embodiments, the method further comprises placing a spoon, beverage stirrer, paintbrush or bottle cap associated with the container within the mixture.

In certain embodiments, the non-toxic fast drying glue and the paint or food color mixture include the volume of approximately ⅓ of the container. In certain embodiments, the non-toxic fast drying glue and the paint or food color mixture include the volume of approximately ⅕ or ¼ of the container.

In certain embodiments, the container is a generic or branded container.

In certain embodiments, the container is selected from a group consisting of a chocolate cup, ice cream cone/cup, milk bottle, beer can, nail polish remover, or combinations thereof.

In certain embodiments, the method includes using a heat source to fast dry the mixture.

In certain embodiments, when pouring the mixture over a parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill, the container has an interior surface with line indications such that a user knows how much spill to emit from the container to make the spill appear authentic.

In certain embodiments, the step of allowing the mixture to dry occurs in 10 minutes or less. In certain embodiments, the step of allowing the mixture to dry occurs in 5 minutes or less. In certain embodiments, a heat source is used so that the mixture dries in 2 minutes or less.

In certain embodiments, once the mixture is dried, it is able to be removed from the parchment paper/silicone mat without sticking to the mat.

In certain embodiments, the mixture is non-sticky such that it is able to be easily removed from the parchment paper/silicone mat once the mixture is dry and is hardened.

In certain embodiments, the step of removing the prank spill from the parchment paper/silicone mat can be performed by a child, who is then able to set up the prank spill on a second surface (such as a computer keyboard) in order to effectuate the prank.

In an embodiment of the instant improved prank spill kit invention, an inventive simulated spill may be produced utilizing and mixing materials provided in the inventive kit such as a non-toxic fast-drying glue, such as Tackey Glue®, and a pigment, such as a paint or food color, to resemble and simulate a desired spill. The spill simulant may then be introduced into a kit provided and/or user-provided and desired container, filling approximately one-third of the container. The container may then be slowly poured or spilled over parchment paper/silicone mat and/or similar non-sticky paper. The container/spill combination is then left to dry. Once completely dry, the simulated spill may be removed from the parchment paper/silicone mat for prank execution.

In certain embodiments, the invention involves a spill kit, methods for producing a prank spill and systems and kits with instructions for producing a prank spill.

In certain embodiments, an inventive prank spill may be produced by a prankster, or an agent acting on behalf of a principal prankster utilizing materials in the kit, and at times materials commonly on-hand for a given prankster and/or prank environment while and thus providing artistic, creative, and as required therapeutic revenge on and toward a worthy prankee.

In certain embodiments, the kit and method are being used so that children can have fun and learn by creating their own spill and then being able to prank friend and family with the final creations.

Referring to the figures, FIG. 1 shows a prank spill of a soda, such as Pepsi. In this embodiment, the spill is shown being connected to the container (soda can) and has the same coloring and consistency of a Pepsi soda. Such a spill can be placed on a user keyboard, to prank a user.

FIG. 2 shows a coffee spill in a Starbucks® paper cup and includes a wooden stirrer connected to the spill.

FIG. 3 shows a beer spill being shown on player cards and money, such that the playing cards and money are shown being tinted by the beer.

FIG. 4 shows a beer spill with a beer can of Pabst Blue Ribbon.

FIG. 5 shows a ketchup spill with the ketchup being shown connected to the ketchup container. Such a spill can be used outdoors on a newspaper or computer or even clothing of a prankee.

FIG. 6 shows a nail polish spill whereby the spill is connected to both the cap and base of the nail polish.

FIG. 7 shows a motor oil spill and can be used in a prankee's workspace, shed or even on a car.

FIG. 8 is a flowchart of a method of the invention showing various steps to create the spill.

FIGS. 9-11 and 13 show the creation of a yogurt spill in accordance with the method of the invention using a container (yogurt container) being connected to the mixture of glue and white paint set on parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill.

FIGS. 12 and 15-17 shows an ice cream spill being made on parchment paper/silicone mat and being connected to a paper cup. FIGS. 15-17 show a plastic spoon connected to the spill.

FIG. 14 shows a coffee spill being created which includes a wooden stirrer as well as a black coffee mixture of glue and paint.

FIG. 18 shows a yellow paint spill connected to a paintbrush, which can be placed on the floor of a room or on furniture to effectuate a paint prank.

FIG. 19 shows the creation of a nail varnish spill and FIG. 20 shows a wine spill. A wine spill can be used on a couch during a dinner party and a prankster can prank his or her parents by pretending that wine was spilt on a couch.

While the invention has been specifically described in connection with certain specific embodiments thereof, it is to be understood that this is by way of illustration and not of limitation and that various changes and modifications in form and details may be made thereto, and the scope of the appended claims should be construed as broadly as the prior art will permit.

The description of the invention is merely exemplary in nature, and thus, variations that do not depart from the gist of the invention are intended to be within the scope of the invention. Such variations are not to be regarded as a departure from the spirit and scope of the invention.

Claims

1. A method of creating a do-it-yourself novelty spill for pranking or playing a trick on others, the method comprising the steps of: mixing a non-toxic fast drying glue with a paint or food color to create a mixture;inserting the mixture into a container;pouring the mixture over a parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill, wherein the mixture is connected to the container;allowing the mixture to dry; andremoving the spill from the parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill for pranking or playing a trick on others.

2. The method of claim 1, further comprising placing a spoon, beverage stirrer or bottle cap associated with the container within the mixture.

3. The method of claim 1, wherein the non-toxic fast drying glue and the paint or food color mixture is filled until it reaches a volume of approximately ⅓ to ½ of the container.

4. The method of claim 1, wherein the container is selected from a group consisting of a chocolate cup, ice cream cone/cup, milk bottle, beer can, nail polish remover, or combinations thereof.

5. The method of claim 1, wherein the glue is reusable and is configured to not stain or stick on surfaces.

6. The method of claim 1, further comprising drying the mixture with a heat source.

7. A do-it-yourself novelty spill kit for pranking or playing a trick on others, comprising: a non-toxic fast-drying glue;a paint or food color, the paint or food color being mixed with the non-toxic fast-drying glue to create a mixture;parchment paper/silicone mat; anda container,wherein use of the spill kit involves the steps of: mixing the non-toxic fast drying glue with the paint or food color to create a mixture;inserting the mixture into a container;pouring the mixture over a parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill, wherein the mixture is connected to the container;allowing the mixture to dry; andremoving the spill from the parchment paper/silicone mat to create the spill for pranking or playing a trick on others.

8. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit is pre-packaged and includes all necessary ingredients and instructions to prank or play at trick on others.

9. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit is configured to generate three different spills.

10. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit is configured to generate a single spill.

11. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit is configured to perform a spill selected from the group consisting of a coffee/hot chocolate spill, an ice cream spill, a milk spill, a yogurt spill, a smoothie spill, or combinations thereof.

12. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit is configured to perform a spill selected from a group consisting of a nail polish spill, a juice spill, a beer spill or combinations thereof.

13. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit is configured to perform a spill selected from a group consisting of a beverage spill, household chemical spill, food spill, beverage spill, cosmetic spill, industrial chemical spill, or combinations thereof.

14. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit facilitates a desired overall viscosity of the simulated spill, a desired overall color of the simulated spill, a desired overall shape of the simulated spill, a desired overall opaqueness of the simulated spill, a desired overall texture of the simulated spill, a desired overall size of the simulated spill, and combinations thereof.

15. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit includes instructions to create the spill.

16. The kit of claim 7, wherein the kit further includes instructions for: placing a spoon, beverage stirrer, or bottle cap associated with the container within the mixture.