American Greetings Corporation

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B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets 53
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1.

FOLDABLE POP-UP BANNER

      
Application Number 18432259
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-05
First Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

Abstract

A foldable garland or banner with pop-up elements that can be folded flat for easy storage, transport or delivery and can be unfolded into a unique, festive banner with pop-up elements. The pop-up elements are self-erecting when the banner is suspended from a loop attached to each distal end of the banner. The foldable banner is a low-cost, reusable, décor item that instantly creates a celebratory atmosphere.

IPC Classes  ?

2.

Foldable Paper Decor

      
Application Number 18618741
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-27
First Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Allen, Keith
  • Larson, Seth
  • Sapp, Dave

Abstract

Foldable, pop-up, paper décor items such as a wreath, a countdown calendar and a decorative scene that can be folded flat for mailing or storage and unfolded and placed on display. The foldable nature of these items promotes re-usability, minimizes storage space, and allows for easy shipping.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • G09F 1/08 - Cardboard or like show-cards of foldable or flexible material wholly or partly imitating the form of an object, e.g. of the article to be advertised

3.

Modular offset hook

      
Application Number 29758086
Grant Number D1035422
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-12
First Publication Date 2024-07-16
Grant Date 2024-07-16
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

4.

Pop-up pinata gift card holder

      
Application Number 29849368
Grant Number D1019771
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-10
First Publication Date 2024-03-26
Grant Date 2024-03-26
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Solinsky, Kara

5.

Pop-up object with double canopy

      
Application Number 17948529
Grant Number 12023950
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-20
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Grant Date 2024-07-02
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Larson, Seth

Abstract

A pop-up object with double canopies includes a lower canopy that serves as a base for the pop-up object, an upper canopy, and a pop-up scene positioned between the upper and lower canopies. The upper canopy, lower canopy, and pop-up scene can simultaneously move between a first, folded, flat position and a second, unfolded, upright position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets

6.

POP-UP OBJECT WITH DOUBLE CANOPY

      
Document Number 03207227
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-21
Open to Public Date 2024-03-20
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Larson, Seth

Abstract

A pop-up object with double canopies includes a lower canopy that serves as a base for the pop-up object, an upper canopy, and a pop-up scene positioned between the upper and lower canopies. The upper canopy, lower canopy, and pop-up scene can simultaneously move between a first, folded, flat position and a second, unfolded, upright position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47G 33/00 - Religious or ritual equipment in dwelling or for general use
  • A63H 33/16 - Models made by folding paper
  • B31D 5/04 - Multiple-step processes for making three-dimensional articles including folding or pleating, e.g. Chinese lanterns
  • B42D 15/00 - Printed matter of special format or style not otherwise provided for

7.

POP-UP WITH SLIDE LOCK

      
Document Number 03207348
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-21
Open to Public Date 2024-02-29
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

Abstract

A pop-up with slide lock mechanism is provided which moves between a first position, wherein the pop-up is in a flat, unfolded position, and a second position, wherein the pop-up is in an unfolded, upright or three-dimensional (3D) configuration by sliding one panel along part of the pop-up structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63F 9/06 - PatienceOther games for self-amusement
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets

8.

Pop-up with slide lock

      
Application Number 17897573
Grant Number 12293678
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-29
First Publication Date 2024-02-29
Grant Date 2025-05-06
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

Abstract

A pop-up with slide lock mechanism is provided which moves between a first position, wherein the pop-up is in a flat, unfolded position, and a second position, wherein the pop-up is in an unfolded, upright or three-dimensional (3D) configuration by sliding one panel along part of the pop-up structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • A63H 33/16 - Models made by folding paper
  • A63H 33/38 - Picture books with additional toy effects, e.g. pop-up or slide displays
  • G09F 15/00 - Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like

9.

Modular offset hook

      
Application Number 29883565
Grant Number D1005087
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-31
First Publication Date 2023-11-21
Grant Date 2023-11-21
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

10.

Pop-Up Gift Bag

      
Application Number 18219799
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-10
First Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

Abstract

A gift bag with a pocket containing an integral pop-up structure which is operative to move between a first position wherein the pop-up structure is in a substantially flat position and substantially contained within the pocket of the gift bag, and a second position wherein the pop-up structure is unfolded into a three-dimensional structure that is substantially contained outside of the pocket of the gift bag.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 33/00 - Details of, or accessories for, sacks or bags
  • B65D 30/00 - Sacks, bags or like containers

11.

Combined can shaped gift card holder with can cooler

      
Application Number 29706347
Grant Number D0963471
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-09-19
First Publication Date 2022-09-13
Grant Date 2022-09-13
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Larson, Seth

12.

Pop-up gift bag

      
Application Number 17682398
Grant Number 11738908
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-28
First Publication Date 2022-09-01
Grant Date 2023-08-29
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

Abstract

A gift bag with a pocket containing an integral pop-up structure which is operative to move between a first position wherein the pop-up structure is in a substantially flat position and substantially contained within the pocket of the gift bag, and a second position wherein the pop-up structure is unfolded into a three-dimensional structure that is substantially contained outside of the pocket of the gift bag.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 33/00 - Details of, or accessories for, sacks or bags
  • B65D 33/02 - Local reinforcements or stiffening inserts, e.g. wires, strings, strips or frames
  • B65D 33/12 - String handles

13.

POP-UP GIFT BAG

      
Document Number 03150568
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-01
Open to Public Date 2022-09-01
Grant Date 2023-10-31
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

Abstract

A gift bag with a pocket containing an integral pop-up structure which is operative to move between a first position wherein the pop-up structure is in a substantially flat position and substantially contained within the pocket of the gift bag, and a second position wherein the pop-up structure is unfolded into a three-dimensional structure that is substantially contained outside of the pocket of the gift bag.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63H 33/00 - Other toys
  • B42D 15/00 - Printed matter of special format or style not otherwise provided for
  • B65D 33/00 - Details of, or accessories for, sacks or bags

14.

Gift card holder

      
Application Number 29704404
Grant Number D0955213
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-09-04
First Publication Date 2022-06-21
Grant Date 2022-06-21
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dinvald, Elizabeth

15.

Sustainable a-frame display

      
Application Number 17516854
Grant Number 11978367
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-02
First Publication Date 2022-05-05
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

A flexible, four-sided, a-frame display for merchandising greeting card and non-greeting card merchandise. The display is relatively small and can be used as an outpost display in smaller retail spaces. It can easily be set up, taken down and arranged with various merchandising assemblies. It also contains a hidden storage compartment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure
  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • G09F 7/06 - Signs, plates, panels, or boards using readily-detachable elements bearing or forming symbols the elements being secured or adapted to be secured by means of pins and holes

16.

Modular merchandise display

      
Application Number 17518653
Grant Number 11666161
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-04
First Publication Date 2022-05-05
Grant Date 2023-06-06
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Osiecki, Scott
  • Chernyshev, Igor
  • Maciulewicz, Peter
  • Kang, Donwoong

Abstract

A modular merchandise display which allows for the integrated display of greeting cards and other social expression products. The system provides flexibility in the set up and modification of the retail display over time by offering product modules having a variety of holding mechanisms for retaining and displaying a wide range of products. Each product module operates independently from all others such that adding/removing/rearranging a product module does not affect or disrupt the other product modules on the display.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 7/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials
  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices
  • A47F 7/28 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for containers, e.g. flasks, bottles
  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47F 7/14 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for pictures, e.g. in combination with books or seed-bags

17.

MODULAR MERCHANDISE DISPLAY

      
Document Number 03137558
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-04
Open to Public Date 2022-05-04
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Osiecki, Scott W.
  • Chernyshev, Igor
  • Maciulewicz, Peter
  • Kang, Donwoong

Abstract

A modular merchandise display which allows for the integrated display of greeting cards and other social expression products. The system provides flexibility in the set up and modification of the retail display over time by offering product modules having a variety of holding mechanisms for retaining and displaying a wide range of products. Each product module operates independently from all others such that adding/removing/rearranging a product module does not affect or disrupt the other product modules on the display.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices

18.

A-FRAME FLOOR DISPLAY

      
Document Number 03137507
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-04
Open to Public Date 2022-05-04
Grant Date 2023-10-31
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

A flexible, four-sided, a-frame display for merchandising greeting card and non-greeting card merchandise. The display is relatively small and can be used as an outpost display in smaller retail spaces. It can easily be set up, taken down and arranged with various merchandising assemblies. It also contains a hidden storage compaitment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • A47F 7/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials

19.

Gift card box

      
Application Number 29689686
Grant Number D0950372
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-01
First Publication Date 2022-05-03
Grant Date 2022-05-03
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Larson, Seth

20.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29805367
Grant Number D0950394
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-26
First Publication Date 2022-05-03
Grant Date 2022-05-03
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Flores, Terry

21.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29778638
Grant Number D0950643
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-14
First Publication Date 2022-05-03
Grant Date 2022-05-03
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

22.

Pop-up with lock mechanism

      
Application Number 17074828
Grant Number 11417243
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-20
First Publication Date 2022-04-21
Grant Date 2022-08-16
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Bucco, Joseph

Abstract

A pop-up structure with a lock mechanism that functions to retain the pop-up structure in an unfolded or fully erect configuration. The lock mechanism contains a base panel, main panel, locking tab and one or more stopper mechanisms. The lock mechanism interacts with the pop-up structure and is mainly contained within a cavity of the pop-up structure. The lock mechanism can be accessed through an opening in a base. Users may move a lock tab clockwise to retain the pop-up structure in an open position and then move the lock tab counterclockwise to close the pop-up structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

23.

POP-UP WITH LOCK MECHANISM

      
Document Number 03134305
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-14
Open to Public Date 2022-04-20
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Bucco, Joseph

Abstract

A pop-up structure with a lock mechanism that functions to retain the pop-up structure in an unfolded or fully erect configuration. The lock mechanism contains a base panel, main panel, locking tab and one or more stopper mechanisms. The lock mechanism interacts with the pop-up structure and is mainly contained within a cavity of the pop-up structure. The lock mechanism can be accessed through an opening in a base. Users may move a lock tab clockwise to retain the pop-up structure in an open position and then move the lock tab counterclockwise to close the pop-up structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47G 33/00 - Religious or ritual equipment in dwelling or for general use
  • A63H 33/38 - Picture books with additional toy effects, e.g. pop-up or slide displays
  • B31D 5/00 - Multiple-step processes for making three-dimensional articles
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets

24.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29778635
Grant Number D0944097
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-14
First Publication Date 2022-02-22
Grant Date 2022-02-22
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

25.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29805350
Grant Number D0943423
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-26
First Publication Date 2022-02-15
Grant Date 2022-02-15
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Flores, Terry

26.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29805352
Grant Number D0943424
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-26
First Publication Date 2022-02-15
Grant Date 2022-02-15
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Flores, Terry

27.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29805356
Grant Number D0943425
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-26
First Publication Date 2022-02-15
Grant Date 2022-02-15
Owner American Greetings Corporatin (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Flores, Terry

28.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29805370
Grant Number D0943426
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-26
First Publication Date 2022-02-15
Grant Date 2022-02-15
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Flores, Terry

29.

Cash wrap greeting card display

      
Application Number 17375901
Grant Number 11771242
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-14
First Publication Date 2021-11-04
Grant Date 2023-10-03
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

The present invention provides a flexible greeting card display assembly. The display includes a plurality of adjacent card pockets and flexible attachment plate which allows the display to be attached to various surfaces within a retail environment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 7/14 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for pictures, e.g. in combination with books or seed-bags
  • A47F 5/01 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features made of tubes or wire
  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features

30.

Combined gift card holder box with spinner

      
Application Number 29695910
Grant Number D0934677
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-24
First Publication Date 2021-11-02
Grant Date 2021-11-02
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Larson, Seth

31.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29800249
Grant Number D0934697
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-20
First Publication Date 2021-11-02
Grant Date 2021-11-02
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

32.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29800250
Grant Number D0934698
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-20
First Publication Date 2021-11-02
Grant Date 2021-11-02
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

33.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29800248
Grant Number D0932922
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-20
First Publication Date 2021-10-12
Grant Date 2021-10-12
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

34.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29707008
Grant Number D0932317
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-09-25
First Publication Date 2021-10-05
Grant Date 2021-10-05
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Flores, Terry

35.

Slim gift card holder box

      
Application Number 29695908
Grant Number D0928604
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-24
First Publication Date 2021-08-24
Grant Date 2021-08-24
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Larson, Seth

36.

Interlocking gift card sleeve

      
Application Number 29707003
Grant Number D0928626
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-09-25
First Publication Date 2021-08-24
Grant Date 2021-08-24
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

37.

Greeting card displayer

      
Application Number 17158378
Grant Number 11291315
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-26
First Publication Date 2021-07-29
Grant Date 2022-04-05
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

A greeting card displayer having a vertical portion and a horizontal portion perpendicular to the vertical portion, a hook which is attached to the vertical portion of the display, and an insert panel which has a greeting card attached thereto and gets inserted onto the display. The displayer is operative to be inserted onto (over card retainer of) a greeting card display and to highlight specific cards, such as, for example, pop-up greeting cards.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 7/14 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for pictures, e.g. in combination with books or seed-bags
  • A47B 45/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features enabling enlarging in height, length, or depth
  • A47F 7/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials
  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features

38.

GREETING CARD DISPLAYER

      
Document Number 03107350
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-01-28
Open to Public Date 2021-07-28
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

ABS TRACTA greeting card displayer having a vertical portion and a horizontal portion perpendicular to the vertical portion, a hook which is attached to the vertical portion of the display, and an insert panel which has a greeting card attached thereto and gets inserted onto the display. The displayer is operative to be inserted onto (over card retainer of) a greeting card display and to highlight specific cards, such as, for example, pop-up greeting cards.Date Recue/Date Received 2021-01-28

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • A47F 7/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials

39.

Phonograph greeting card

      
Application Number 29751981
Grant Number D0917417
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-09-24
First Publication Date 2021-04-27
Grant Date 2021-04-27
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Mayer, David
  • Nemeth, April
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Marsh, Allison
  • Speck, Katalina
  • Sapp, Dave
  • Coughlin, Sheila
  • Kelly, Charles Robert

40.

Bottle carrier topper and gift card holder

      
Application Number 16595620
Grant Number 11305574
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-08
First Publication Date 2021-04-08
Grant Date 2022-04-19
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Larson, Seth

Abstract

A combined gift card holder and bottle carrier topper includes a main panel having two oblong elements separated by an elongate channel and a gift card sleeve attached to the main panel. The main panel is inserted onto a bottle carrier by placing a portion of the bottle carrier into the channel. The gift card sleeve is then located outside the bottle carrier and a portion of the bottle carrier topper is located inside the bottle carrier.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets
  • B65D 73/00 - Packages comprising articles attached to cards, sheets or webs
  • B65D 71/52 - Tray-like packaging elements provided with handles for storage or transport of a plurality of articles

41.

Slide-out gift card holder box

      
Application Number 29761756
Grant Number D0913785
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-11
First Publication Date 2021-03-23
Grant Date 2021-03-23
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

42.

Cinema pop-up gift card holder box

      
Application Number 29695918
Grant Number D0913089
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-24
First Publication Date 2021-03-16
Grant Date 2021-03-16
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

43.

Cash wrap greeting card display

      
Application Number 16993655
Grant Number 11096507
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-14
First Publication Date 2021-02-18
Grant Date 2021-08-24
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

The present invention provides a flexible greeting card display assembly. The display includes a plurality of adjacent card pockets and flexible attachment plate which allows the display to be attached to various surfaces within a retail environment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 7/14 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for pictures, e.g. in combination with books or seed-bags
  • A47F 5/01 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features made of tubes or wire

44.

CASH WRAP GREETING CARD DISPLAY

      
Document Number 03090093
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-14
Open to Public Date 2021-02-16
Grant Date 2023-05-02
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

The present invention provides a flexible greeting card display assembly. The display includes a plurality of adjacent card pockets and flexible attachment plate which allows the display to be attached to various surfaces within a retail environment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/01 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features made of tubes or wire
  • A47F 7/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials

45.

Slide-out gift card holder box

      
Application Number 29695912
Grant Number D0910439
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-24
First Publication Date 2021-02-16
Grant Date 2021-02-16
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

46.

DISPLAY TIER MERCHANDISE HOLDER

      
Document Number 03087132
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-17
Open to Public Date 2021-02-16
Grant Date 2023-05-09
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

A display tier merchandise holder is intended to be placed into an empty tier of a tiered merchandise display. It includes a base portion, stem, hook element and cross bar. It is capable of displaying product, such as gift bags, tags, tissue paper or other such merchandise, suspended therefrom. The display tier merchandise holder better distributes the weight of the merchandise thereby eliminating damage to the display tier, holder and merchandise. It also provides an improved aesthetic for the displayed merchandise.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features

47.

CASH WRAP GREETING CARD DISPLAY

      
Document Number 03155948
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-14
Open to Public Date 2021-02-16
Grant Date 2023-11-14
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

The present invention provides a flexible greeting card display assembly. The display includes a plurality of adjacent card pockets and flexible attachment plate which allows the display to be attached to various surfaces within a retail environment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/01 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features made of tubes or wire
  • A47F 7/14 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for pictures, e.g. in combination with books or seed-bags

48.

Display tier merchandise holder

      
Application Number 16542730
Grant Number 10918226
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-08-16
First Publication Date 2021-02-16
Grant Date 2021-02-16
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

Abstract

A display tier merchandise holder is intended to be placed into an empty tier of a tiered merchandise display. It includes a base portion, stem, hook element and cross bar. It is capable of displaying product, such as gift bags, tags, tissue paper or other such merchandise, suspended therefrom. The display tier merchandise holder better distributes the weight of the merchandise thereby eliminating damage to the display tier, holder and merchandise. It also provides an improved aesthetic for the displayed merchandise.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • A47F 7/28 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for containers, e.g. flasks, bottles
  • A47F 7/14 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for pictures, e.g. in combination with books or seed-bags

49.

Gift and gift card packaging

      
Application Number 29755933
Grant Number D0909861
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-23
First Publication Date 2021-02-09
Grant Date 2021-02-09
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Flores, Terry

50.

Gift and gift card packaging

      
Application Number 29755928
Grant Number D0908478
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-23
First Publication Date 2021-01-26
Grant Date 2021-01-26
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Flores, Terry

51.

Live greetings

      
Application Number 17029360
Grant Number 11778462
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-09-23
First Publication Date 2021-01-07
Grant Date 2023-10-03
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Stanek, Brian
  • Paladino, Zachary
  • Peron, Phil
  • Noyes, David
  • D′amato, Kathy
  • Chiang, David
  • Matousek, Robert A.

Abstract

Systems, methods, and apparatuses disclose an electronic greeting card application for creating, editing, distributing, and viewing electronic greeting cards on a portable computing device, wherein the electronic greeting card displays animations and permits users to customize the card by way of adding a message, signature, photo, and sound recording.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04W 12/06 - Authentication
  • H04W 4/12 - MessagingMailboxesAnnouncements
  • H04W 12/106 - Packet or message integrity
  • H04L 5/04 - Channels characterised by the type of signal the signals being represented by different amplitudes or polarities, e.g. quadriplex
  • H04L 51/10 - Multimedia information
  • H04L 67/10 - Protocols in which an application is distributed across nodes in the network
  • H04L 51/04 - Real-time or near real-time messaging, e.g. instant messaging [IM]

52.

Phonograph greeting card

      
Application Number 29630539
Grant Number D0905655
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-21
First Publication Date 2020-12-22
Grant Date 2020-12-22
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Mayer, David
  • Nemeth, April
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Marsh, Allison
  • Speck, Katalina
  • Sapp, Dave
  • Coughlin, Sheila
  • Kelly, Charles Robert

53.

Gift and gift card packaging

      
Application Number 29631947
Grant Number D0904869
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-04
First Publication Date 2020-12-15
Grant Date 2020-12-15
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Dinvald, Beth

54.

Hot button gift card holder

      
Application Number 29695916
Grant Number D0902302
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-24
First Publication Date 2020-11-17
Grant Date 2020-11-17
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Larson, Seth
  • Kelly, Charles Robert

55.

Gift card presentation device

      
Application Number 16374516
Grant Number 10787308
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-03
First Publication Date 2020-09-29
Grant Date 2020-09-29
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Larson, Seth

Abstract

A gift card presentation device that is operative to receive a gift card (or gift card holder) therein. The gift card presentation device contains a spring-loaded lever panel which is operative to move an internal spring (or springs) between a compressed and uncompressed states. The spring controls movement of a gift card or gift card holder placed into an opening on the gift card presentation device. When the lever moves the spring from the compressed state to the uncompressed state, the gift card is completely ejected from the gift card holder presentation device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 83/12 - Containers or packages with special means for dispensing contents for dispensing thin flat articles in succession for tickets or tokens
  • A45C 11/18 - Ticket-holders or the like
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets

56.

Gift card with greeting card

      
Application Number 29687065
Grant Number D0897423
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-10
First Publication Date 2020-09-29
Grant Date 2020-09-29
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kelly, Charles Robert
  • Shlonsky, Lynne

57.

Toaster gift card presentation device

      
Application Number 29686341
Grant Number D0897424
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-03
First Publication Date 2020-09-29
Grant Date 2020-09-29
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dinvald, Beth

58.

Label

      
Application Number 29678589
Grant Number D0895731
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-30
First Publication Date 2020-09-08
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Schwab, Kelle
  • Schwager, Christine
  • Hoy, Kristy
  • Mcclelland, Alex
  • Baker, Corey

59.

Pop-up gift card holder box

      
Application Number 29695112
Grant Number D0890605
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-16
First Publication Date 2020-07-21
Grant Date 2020-07-21
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Nelson, Gary

60.

GREETING CARD WITH 90-DEGREE POP-UP STRUCTURE

      
Document Number 03058991
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-17
Open to Public Date 2020-05-05
Grant Date 2022-04-19
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

Abstract

A greeting card with 90-degree pop-up structure which contains multiple panels which pop-up when the greeting card is opened. The panels of the pop-up structure are connected by way of one or more struts which are inserted through some panels of the pop-up structure and attached to others but are not connected to the greeting card. The struts may or may not be attached to the greeting card.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B31D 5/04 - Multiple-step processes for making three-dimensional articles including folding or pleating, e.g. Chinese lanterns
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets

61.

Greeting card with gift card holder

      
Application Number 29669973
Grant Number D0881271
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-13
First Publication Date 2020-04-14
Grant Date 2020-04-14
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Flores, Terry

62.

Lamp greeting card

      
Application Number 29676480
Grant Number D0872797
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-11
First Publication Date 2020-01-14
Grant Date 2020-01-14
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dennis, Erin

63.

Greeting card with 90-degree pop-up structure

      
Application Number 16180155
Grant Number 10500887
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-05
First Publication Date 2019-12-10
Grant Date 2019-12-10
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kelly, Charles Robert

Abstract

A greeting card with 90-degree pop-up structure which contains multiple panels which pop-up when the greeting card is opened. The panels of the pop-up structure are connected by way of one or more struts which are inserted through some panels of the pop-up structure and attached to others but are not connected to the greeting card. The struts may or may not be attached to the greeting card.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets
  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions

64.

Cake greeting card

      
Application Number 29692181
Grant Number D0868155
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-23
First Publication Date 2019-11-26
Grant Date 2019-11-26
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dennis, Erin

65.

Greeting card pick strip panel

      
Application Number 29660388
Grant Number D0863845
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-21
First Publication Date 2019-10-22
Grant Date 2019-10-22
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

66.

Flexible row count card tier

      
Application Number 16377363
Grant Number 10952550
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-08
First Publication Date 2019-10-10
Grant Date 2021-03-23
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Santarelli, Anthony
  • Weigand, Christopher

Abstract

A flexible row count card tier for attachment to a retail greeting card display unit. The flexible row count card tier contains both permanent card rows and flexible card rows. The flexible row count card tier may be adapted to have a differing number of card rows by opening or closing one or more of the flexible card rows. Closing a flexible card row creates one less row but increases the depth of the card row directly below the closed flexible card row. The number and depth of rows can be adjusted depending on the merchandising and card density need per season or retailer productivity.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • A47F 7/14 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for pictures, e.g. in combination with books or seed-bags

67.

Cake greeting card

      
Application Number 29641790
Grant Number D0862589
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-25
First Publication Date 2019-10-08
Grant Date 2019-10-08
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dennis, Erin

68.

Interactive display module

      
Application Number 16297856
Grant Number 10593237
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-11
First Publication Date 2019-09-19
Grant Date 2020-03-17
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Mayer, David
  • Shlonsky, Lynne
  • Santarelli, Anthony
  • Myler, Jeff

Abstract

An interactive display module operative to be inserted over an existing tiered greeting card display fixture. The interactive display may contain one or more spinners which are able to spin about a horizontal axis. Each spinner contains many sides or facets, each side or facet containing a removable caption strip thereon containing various words, phrases, graphics or other printed matter. The use of two or more spinners allow for the random creation or phrases, graphics, etc. that are intended to provide the consumer with a fun way to interact with the greeting card fixture.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 11/23 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the complete information is permanently attached to a movable support which brings it to the display position the advertising or display material forming part of rotating members, e.g. in the form of perforations, prints, or transparencies on a drum or disc
  • G09F 3/20 - Casings, frames, or enclosures for labels for adjustable, removable, or interchangeable labels
  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • G09F 11/02 - Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the complete information is permanently attached to a movable support which brings it to the display position the display elements being secured to rotating members, e.g. drums, spindles
  • A47F 7/14 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves, adapted for particular articles or materials for pictures, e.g. in combination with books or seed-bags

69.

Greeting card with gift card holder pouch

      
Application Number 15924227
Grant Number 10322599
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-18
First Publication Date 2019-06-18
Grant Date 2019-06-18
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Stimac, Barbara

Abstract

A greeting card body having an integral pouch into which a gift card or other item may be inserted and removed. The greeting card may additionally contain sound capabilities or other special effects.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets

70.

Gift card packaging with slide out gift box

      
Application Number 29631944
Grant Number D0843827
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-04
First Publication Date 2019-03-26
Grant Date 2019-03-26
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Kelly, Charles Robert

71.

Gift card packaging with pennant

      
Application Number 29631945
Grant Number D0842707
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-04
First Publication Date 2019-03-12
Grant Date 2019-03-12
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Simon, Madeline

72.

Cake greeting card

      
Application Number 29641788
Grant Number D0842374
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-25
First Publication Date 2019-03-05
Grant Date 2019-03-05
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Schwab, Kelle

73.

Cake greeting card

      
Application Number 29641789
Grant Number D0841732
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-25
First Publication Date 2019-02-26
Grant Date 2019-02-26
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Schwab, Kelle

74.

Themed gift card and gift card holder combinations and packaging therefor

      
Application Number 16133868
Grant Number 10625530
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-18
First Publication Date 2019-01-17
Grant Date 2020-04-21
Owner American Greetings (USA)
Inventor Nelson, Gary

Abstract

Various themed gift card and gift card holder combinations are disclosed. Some embodiments are contained inside a box along with novelty gift items that are themed or otherwise related to the type of gift card contained therein. Other embodiments contain various three-dimensional pop-up structures and other paper engineered constructs that are shaped, decorated and otherwise themed to match an accompanying gift card. And in yet other embodiments, the gift card holders are directed to specific holidays or special occasions with appropriate gift cards included. Each embodiment may include electronic features, such as audio and light. The packaging of gift card and gift card holder combinations is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets
  • B65D 73/00 - Packages comprising articles attached to cards, sheets or webs
  • B65D 5/42 - Details of containers or of foldable or erectable container blanks
  • B65D 5/52 - External stands or display elements for contents
  • B42F 7/02 - Single gussetted pockets
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets
  • B42F 7/06 - Portfolios or cases with a plurality of compartments

75.

Gift cart gift card holder

      
Application Number 29623918
Grant Number D0837061
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-27
First Publication Date 2019-01-01
Grant Date 2019-01-01
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dennis, Erin

76.

Merchandise display strip

      
Application Number 29601137
Grant Number D0836424
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-19
First Publication Date 2018-12-25
Grant Date 2018-12-25
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Santarelli, Anthony

77.

Greeting card with tote bag

      
Application Number 15850680
Grant Number 10150322
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-21
First Publication Date 2018-12-11
Grant Date 2018-12-11
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Dennis, Erin
  • Forrester, Nicole

Abstract

A greeting card containing with a tote bag releasably attached thereto. The tote bag may be folded into a small pouch which is then attached to one or more panels of the greeting card. The tote may be of the reusable kind and may be removed and used by the recipient.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets
  • A45C 7/00 - Collapsible or extensible luggage, bags or the like

78.

FERRIS WHEEL GREETING CARD

      
Document Number 02976610
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-16
Open to Public Date 2018-12-06
Grant Date 2019-03-26
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Talbot, John
  • Larson, Seth

Abstract

A greeting card having special effects such as lights, sound and motor movement of a pop-up structure. The pop-up structure is in the form of a miniature faux Ferris wheel. When the greeting card is opened, the Ferris wheel begins to turn, the lights are illuminated and audio begins to be emitted through a speaker.

IPC Classes  ?

79.

Baseball jersey greeting card

      
Application Number 29629110
Grant Number D0834643
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-11
First Publication Date 2018-11-27
Grant Date 2018-11-27
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Higgins, Sean
  • Eklund, Sarah

80.

Greeting card with slide-out gift card holder

      
Application Number 29623920
Grant Number D0831108
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-27
First Publication Date 2018-10-16
Grant Date 2018-10-16
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dennis, Erin

81.

Lamp greeting card

      
Application Number 29606651
Grant Number D0827025
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-06-06
First Publication Date 2018-08-28
Grant Date 2018-08-28
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dennis, Erin

82.

Cake greeting card

      
Application Number 29594117
Grant Number D0826323
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-15
First Publication Date 2018-08-21
Grant Date 2018-08-21
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Schwab, Kelle

83.

Lamp greeting card

      
Application Number 29640350
Grant Number D0824997
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-14
First Publication Date 2018-08-07
Grant Date 2018-08-07
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dennis, Erin

84.

GIFT TOKEN PACKAGING AND PROCESSES

      
Application Number US2017067893
Publication Number 2018/119228
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-12-21
Publication Date 2018-06-28
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Marr, Alex
  • Marsh, Allison
  • Nelson, Gary

Abstract

A method includes forming a card having a top surface, a bottom surface opposite the top surface, and a decal removably attached to the bottom surface, the decal including a first unique identifier. The method also includes removably attaching a bottom surface of a token to the top surface of the card, the bottom surface of the token including a second unique identifier operable to provide access to a digital gift. The method further includes removing the decal from the card, attaching the decal to a base of packaging configured to retain the token and the card, and disposing the card and the token within the packaging such that at least the token is removably retained by the packaging and the second unique identifier is inaccessible.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/02 - MarketingPrice estimation or determinationFundraising
  • G06Q 20/38 - Payment protocolsDetails thereof
  • G06Q 20/12 - Payment architectures specially adapted for electronic shopping systems
  • G06Q 50/10 - Services

85.

Greeting card with motorized gift card holder

      
Application Number 15796371
Grant Number 09987871
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-27
First Publication Date 2018-06-05
Grant Date 2018-06-05
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Larson, Seth
  • Sapp, Dave
  • Forrester, Nicole

Abstract

A greeting card having a gift card holder attached thereto with motor module which is operative to cause movement to the gift card holder. The greeting card may additionally contain a mobile object attached to the gift card holder which moves out of synch with the gift card holder. The gift card holder may contain a first portion and a second portion which separate to reveal a gift card therein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/00 - Printed matter of special format or style not otherwise provided for
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets
  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets

86.

Bird cage greeting card

      
Application Number 29591285
Grant Number D0819730
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-18
First Publication Date 2018-06-05
Grant Date 2018-06-05
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Flores, Terry
  • Eklund, Sarah

87.

Greeting card with gift card holder

      
Application Number 15789097
Grant Number 09969202
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-20
First Publication Date 2018-05-15
Grant Date 2018-05-15
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Dadante, Jennifer

Abstract

A combined greeting card and gift card holder which also includes audio capability and motor movement of at least one mobile object attached to or integral with the greeting card. The greeting card may additionally contain certain embellishments such as faux fur to make the greeting card more appealing and entertaining.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/00 - Cardboard or like show-cards of foldable or flexible material
  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets
  • G09F 1/04 - Folded cards

88.

Ferris wheel greeting card

      
Application Number 29606648
Grant Number D0815201
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-06-06
First Publication Date 2018-04-10
Grant Date 2018-04-10
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Larson, Seth
  • Forrester, Nicole
  • Dennis, Erin

89.

ACTIVATION AND ASSIGNING VALUE TO GIFT CARDS USING RFID

      
Document Number 02980946
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-02
Open to Public Date 2018-04-03
Grant Date 2019-04-09
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Marsh, Allison

Abstract

The present disclosure and related inventions describe a system and method by which gift cards may be user-activated and assigned value using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). The user-activated gift card contains an RFID chip embedded therein that works in conjunction with a mobile website or mobile app to allow users to activate and assign value to the gift card at any time and at any place.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets
  • G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
  • G06Q 20/28 - Pre-payment schemes, i.e. "pay before"

90.

Greeting card with inflatable balloon

      
Application Number 15477143
Grant Number 09925820
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-03
First Publication Date 2018-03-27
Grant Date 2018-03-27
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Dennis, Erin
  • Gilroy, Ken
  • Talbot, John

Abstract

A greeting card having a greeting card body and an interactive element which includes a mechanical balloon attached to the greeting card body which is operative to move from a flat positon to an inflated position by the operation of a mechanical spring mechanism contained in an interior cavity of the balloon. The greeting card also has audio capabilities wherein a sound module is operative to store and playback at least one audio file upon interaction with a user.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 21/06 - Mobile visual advertising by aeroplanes, airships, balloons, or kites
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets
  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets
  • A63H 27/10 - Balloons

91.

Pinata greeting card

      
Application Number 29616552
Grant Number D0813300
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-09-07
First Publication Date 2018-03-20
Grant Date 2018-03-20
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Talbot, Johnathan
  • Schwab, Kelle

92.

Stocking topper

      
Application Number 15692922
Grant Number 10273040
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-31
First Publication Date 2018-03-08
Grant Date 2019-04-30
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Allen, Keith
  • Walker, Tim

Abstract

A stocking topper having components which are combined to form an insert to be placed into or atop an open topped container, such as a Christmas stocking. The stocking topper provides a receptacle into which various items can be inserted such that they will be positioned in an upper area of a stocking while also providing entertaining visual features.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 5/42 - Details of containers or of foldable or erectable container blanks
  • A47G 33/00 - Religious or ritual equipment in dwelling or for general use
  • B65D 5/20 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers of polygonal cross-section, e.g. boxes, cartons or trays, formed by folding or erecting one or more blanks made of paper by folding-up portions connected to a central panel from all sides to form a container body, e.g. of tray-like form
  • B65D 21/02 - Containers specially shaped, or provided with fittings or attachments, to facilitate nesting, stacking, or joining together
  • B65D 5/18 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers of polygonal cross-section, e.g. boxes, cartons or trays, formed by folding or erecting one or more blanks made of paper by folding a single blank to U-shape to form the base of the container and opposite sides of the body portion, the remaining sides being formed primarily by extensions of one or more of these opposite sides, e.g. flaps hinged thereto

93.

Bottle opener

      
Application Number 29598679
Grant Number D0809358
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-28
First Publication Date 2018-02-06
Grant Date 2018-02-06
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Eklund, Sarah

94.

Retail locator tag

      
Application Number 29560091
Grant Number D0809064
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-02
First Publication Date 2018-01-30
Grant Date 2018-01-30
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Cureton, Robert
  • Paulini, David

95.

Activation and assigning value to gift cards using RFID

      
Application Number 15721995
Grant Number 10628821
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-02
First Publication Date 2018-01-25
Grant Date 2020-04-21
Owner American Greetings (USA)
Inventor Marsh, Allison

Abstract

The present disclosure and related inventions describe a system and method by which gift cards may be user-activated and assigned value using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). The user-activated gift card contains an RFID chip embedded therein that works in conjunction with a mobile website or mobile app to allow users to activate and assign value to the gift card at any time and at any place.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 20/34 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using cards, e.g. integrated circuit [IC] cards or magnetic cards
  • G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices

96.

INTERACTIVE GREETING CARD WITH INFRARED SENSOR

      
Document Number 02965762
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-05-01
Open to Public Date 2018-01-25
Grant Date 2018-10-23
Owner AMERICAN GREETINGS CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Mayer, David

Abstract

The interactive greeting card of the present invention combines a greeting card with IR sensor to trigger effects upon the greeting card recipient interacting with the IR sensor. The greeting card contains a hole. opening or aperture therethrough, into which a user may insert his or her finger to trigger one or more special effects such as audio replay. motorized movement of one or more mobile objects attached to the greeting card, or other special effects.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A63H 33/00 - Other toys
  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets

97.

Ferris wheel greeting card

      
Application Number 15615701
Grant Number 09873280
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-06-06
First Publication Date 2018-01-23
Grant Date 2018-01-23
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Nelson, Gary
  • Talbot, John
  • Larson, Seth

Abstract

A greeting card having special effects such as lights, sound and motor movement of a pop-up structure. The pop-up structure is in the form of a miniature faux Ferris wheel. When the greeting card is opened, the Ferris wheel begins to turn, the lights are illuminated and audio begins to be emitted through a speaker.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets

98.

Interactive greeting card with infrared sensor

      
Application Number 15219169
Grant Number 09855784
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-07-25
First Publication Date 2018-01-02
Grant Date 2018-01-02
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Mayer, David

Abstract

The interactive greeting card of the present invention combines a greeting card with IR sensor to trigger effects upon the greeting card recipient interacting with the IR sensor. The greeting card contains a hole, opening or aperture therethrough, into which a user may insert his or her finger to trigger one or more special effects such as audio replay, motorized movement of one or more mobile objects attached to the greeting card, or other special effects.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/00 - Cardboard or like show-cards of foldable or flexible material
  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets

99.

Guitar greeting card

      
Application Number 29605332
Grant Number D0803936
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-05-25
First Publication Date 2017-11-28
Grant Date 2017-11-28
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Flores, Terry

100.

Hinged greeting cards and gift card holders

      
Application Number 15592518
Grant Number 09849712
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-05-11
First Publication Date 2017-11-23
Grant Date 2017-12-26
Owner American Greetings Corporation (USA)
Inventor Mcclain, Mary

Abstract

Interactive greeting card and gift card holders with a hinged mechanism which provide fun user interaction and triggers audio playback. Each greeting card and gift card holder includes portion thereof which hinges or pivots about an axis. When the greeting card or gift card holder is hinged, or pivoted about the hinge, one or more special effects are triggered. Special effects may include audio, emergence or ejection of a gift card holder (w/gift card) or gift card, the appearance of a thought or word bubble, or any other special effect.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 1/06 - Folded cards to be erected in three dimensions
  • B42D 15/02 - PostcardsGreeting, menu, business or like cardsLetter cards or letter-sheets
  • B42D 15/04 - Foldable or multi-part cards or sheets
  • G09F 1/10 - Supports or holders for show-cards
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