Transportable shower bag

A mesh shower bag having a reinforcing panel adjacent a zipper and a suction cup and clip. The mesh bag is easily transportable when used to carry wet or damp items to and from wet locations such as a shower. The bag can be attached by a suction cup in a shower and then by a clip for traveling or storage. Thereby, the bag can be conveniently used when traveling or making trips to the gym.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION 
The present invention relates generally to a bag used in wet locations or 
carrying wet articles, and more specifically to a shower bag that is 
easily transportable for temporary use at one location and moved to 
another. 
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
Numerous mesh bags have been developed for use in wet locations or to carry 
damp items. These bags have been created to carry such items as soap, 
laundry, and even food. One such bag is disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 
4,228,834 entitled "Soap Bag" and issuing to Desnick on Oct. 21, 1980. 
Therein disclosed is a plastic mesh bag having Velcro fasteners for 
closing and a loop segment for attachment to a strap. This bag is used as 
a scrubber and hand soap dispenser. Another bag having a mesh construction 
is disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,388,739 entitled "Washing Bag for 
Curtains, Drapes, and the Like" issuing to Martinon et al on June 21, 
1983. Therein disclosed is a bag for washing curtains having two spaced 
apart drawstrings adapted to define a compartment for holding hooks, rings 
or other attachments found on the items being washed. Yet another mesh bag 
is disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,196,534 entitled "Plastic Bag and Label" 
issuing to Shibamato on Apr. 8, 1980. Therein disclosed is a net fabric 
bag formed from a thermoplastic resin monofilament yarn and a 
thermoplastic resin label that can be thermally adhered by melting to the 
body of the bag. While these mesh bags have proved adequate for their 
purpose, they are inconvenient in some applications. Therefore, there is a 
need for other mesh bags that can conveniently be used in different 
applications. 
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
The present invention is directed to a transportable shower bag used when 
traveling or making trips to the gym. The bag can be used to carry 
toiletries such as soap, shampoo, toothbrush and toothpaste, shower cream, 
or other desired personal items that may be used in wet locations. The bag 
comprises a pouch made of plastic mesh having an open end. A panel is 
attached adjacent the open end. A zipper attached to the panel is used to 
close the bag. A tab extending from the panel holds a looped cord. 
Attached to the cord is a suction cup and a clip. The suction cup is used 
to attach the bag to a smooth, flat surface, such as a shower wall. The 
clip is used to attach the bag to a ring, strap, handle, or any other 
compatible device, and is especially used for attaching to a suitcase or 
gym bag when not placed in the shower. The shower bag of the present 
invention thereby permits easy transportability when traveling or making 
trips to and from the gym or other location when wet items may need to be 
easily transported. 
Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a 
convenient shower bag for transporting and drying wet items including, but 
not limited to soap, shampoo, and conditioner containers. 
It is another object of the present invention to provide a simple yet 
durable shower bag construction. 
It is an advantage of the present invention that it is convenient to use. 
It is another advantage of the present invention that it permits wet items 
to dry easily. 
It is a feature of the present invention that multiple means for 
attachment, such as the clip and suction cup, are provided. 
It is another feature of the present invention that a panel is placed 
adjacent the opening, providing additional strength.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT 
FIG. 1 generally illustrates the present invention. Shower bag 10 comprises 
a pouch 12 made of a mesh material. The mesh material can be made of any 
plastic, such as nylon. The pouch 12 is closed on two sides by seams 14. 
The pouch 12 can be made in any suitable size, such as approximately nine 
inches wide and twelve inches deep. Attached to the open end of pouch 12 
is panel 16. Panel 16 is made of a nylon material having a tight weave. 
The weave is much tighter than that of mesh pouch 12. The panel 16 is 
attached to the pouch 12 by seams 17. The open end of panel 16 is closed 
by zipper 18. Zipper 18 has a zipper pull 20. The nylon panel 16 extends 
below the top opening of pouch 12 approximately two inches. Also attached 
to the panel 16 is tab 22. Tab 22 has a grommet 24 therein. Grommet 24 is 
preferably made of a non-corrosive material such as plastic or brass. 
Placed through grommet 24 is a rope or cord 26. Cord 26 is preferably made 
of a nylon material. Attached to the cord loop 26 is a clip 28 and a 
suction cup 30. 
In FIG. 2, the construction of the panel 16 can more clearly be seen. Panel 
16 is a continuous strip of material that extends circumferentially around 
the top open end of pouch 12. In FIG. 2, it is also seen that the zipper 
18 is in the closed position when the zipper pull 20 is furthest from tab 
22. This facilitates easy opening and closing of the bag 10. 
Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, the operation of the device can readily be 
appreciated. Various toiletries can be inserted into the bag 10 through 
the opened zipper 18. Panel 16, positioned adjacent the open end, provides 
a solid durable section to grasp the bag 10. The mesh pouch 12, having an 
open, loose weave, is inherently weaker than the tighter, stronger panel 
16. Therefore, the necessary grasping of the bag 10 for opening and 
closing the zipper 18 is less likely to damage or rip the mesh pouch 12. 
FIG. 3 and FIG. 4 illustrate the anticipated use of the present invention. 
In FIG. 3, bag 10 is illustrated in a shower 30. While in the shower and 
bathing with water from the shower head 34, bag 10 is fastened to the 
moist, smooth shower wall by suction cup 30. This is advantageous, in that 
personal hygiene items can be brought into public showers without having 
to rest the items on the floor or having to hold them during the entire 
bathing process. Upon leaving the shower 30, all of the items can 
conveniently be stored in the bag 10. 
FIG. 4 illustrates the use of bag 10 after leaving the shower 30, 
illustrated in FIG. 3. Bag 10, now containing wet or damp items, can be 
attached by clip 28 to the handle 38 of a gym bag 36. This securely 
attaches bag 10, preventing loss while also permitting the wet or damp 
items contained therein to dry. Therefore, the present invention provides 
a convenience that heretofore was not available in any mesh bag. 
Although the preferred embodiment has been illustrated and described, it 
will be obvious to those skilled in the art that various modifications may 
be made without departing from the spirit and scope of this invention.