Abstract:
A convertible bib system is disclosed. The bib system includes a substrate base with a front side and a rear side, a catch-all pocket, an adjustable bib clip strap, collar bands, recesses, storage compartments, and various fastening devices. The bib system is configured for storage of small items and for conversion from a bib to a clutch/wallet. The bib system is configured as a bib for secure attachment around the neck of a child, the capturing of food particles and liquids, the subsequent cleaning of the bib and the transport of the folded bib in a clutch/wallet state. The bib system also is utilized for the storage of a multiplicity of items.

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION(S) 
       [0001]    The present non-provisional patent application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/377,093, which is entitled “CONVERTIBLE BIB SYSTEM”, which was filed on Aug. 26, 2010, and which is incorporated in full by reference herein. 
     
    
     FIELD OF THE INVENTION 
       [0002]    The technology described herein relates generally to bibs. More specifically, the technology relates to a bib, a combined bib and storage device, and a convertible bib system that are each foldable, collapsible, and configured to convert from a clutch/wallet to a bib and back to a clutch/wallet as well as store items within storage compartments. 
       BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
       [0003]    Bibs are well known in the background art. Typically, a bib is a garment worn hanging from the neck on the chest to protect clothing from the spilling of food or drink. Bibs are particularly useful for children and infants. Additionally, bibs can be used in other circumstances such as for adults dining on lobster or other messy foods, persons with special needs that require help in eating, for patients in the dentist chair, for wear as an apron while engaged in crafts, and so forth. 
         [0004]    Existing bibs known in the background art are particularly frustrating to caregivers of infants in several areas: inadequate coverage of areas susceptible to spills, neck closure arrangements that are easily pulled apart by the wearer (such as hook-and-loop or snap fasteners), no storage areas for items used in the feeding process, difficult to clean, not aesthetically pleasing, not multi-functional, not easily stored and transported, short useful life, useful only for feeding, etc. Thus, there is a long-standing need to have a bib configured to address these and other needs. 
         [0005]    Related patents known in the background art include the following: 
         [0006]    U.S. Pat. No. 7,389,897, issued to Pistiolis et al. on Jun. 24, 2008, discloses a baby bag that is convertible to a baby carrier. 
         [0007]    U.S. Pat. No. 7,418,739, issued to Chan on Sep. 2, 2008, discloses an article of clothing which has multi-purpose and function. 
         [0008]    U.S. Pat. No. 6,499,140, issued to Benjamin et al. on Dec. 31, 2002, discloses a bib having an improved pocket. 
         [0009]    U.S. Pat. No. 6,745,399, issued to Austin on Jun. 8, 2004, discloses an integrated baby bottle holder, bib, and pillow to aid infant care givers in conveniently and comfortably feeding suckling infants in any number of environments. 
         [0010]    U.S. Pat. No. 7,444,685, issued to Rose on Nov. 4, 2008, discloses a re-configurable mealtime accessory tote, comprising a thin, pliant bib-shaped structure that has a first pocket on the bib-shaped structure with a side opening to receive mealtime utensils (e.g. fork and spoon) in a horizontal direction, and a second pocket with a top opening to receive a drinking cup in the horizontal opening. 
         [0011]    U.S. Pat. No. 5,509,141, issued to Saltzman on Apr. 23, 1996 discloses a baby bib apparatus includes a bib member that has front and rear panels with respective front and rear surfaces that are preferably water resistant or water repellant. 
         [0012]    The foregoing patent information reflects the state of the art of which the inventor is aware and is tendered with a view toward discharging the inventor&#39;s acknowledged duty of candor in disclosing information that may be pertinent to the patentability of the technology described herein. It is respectfully stipulated, however, that the foregoing patent and other information do not teach or render obvious, singly or when considered in combination, the inventor&#39;s claimed invention. 
       BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
       [0013]    In various exemplary embodiments, the technology described herein provides a bib, a combined bib and storage device, and a convertible bib system that are each foldable, collapsible, and configured to convert from a clutch/wallet to a bib and back to a clutch/wallet as well as store items within storage compartments. 
         [0014]    In one exemplary embodiment, the technology described herein provides a bib. The bib includes: a substrate base comprised of a washable material and having a front side and a rear side; a left top and a right top defined within the substrate base to form a collar to encompass the near of the wearer; at least one closure device disposed at the distal end of each of the left top and right top of the substrate base; a first collar band disposed upon the substrate base; a second collar band disposed upon the substrate base; and a catch-all pocket disposed upon the front side of the substrate base and configured to capture food particles and liquids during the feeding process. The bib is configured such that the bib folds into the catch-all pocket disposed upon the front side of the substrate base. The at least one closure device is selected from the group consisting of: buttons, metal snaps, plastic snaps, buttons and button holes, hook-and-loop fasteners (e.g.VELCRO®), zippers, and magnets sewn into the collar with polarities arranged for magnetic attraction and closure. The substrate can be a washable material. 
         [0015]    The bib also can include: a first recess defined within the rear side of the substrate and configured and positioned to receive and conceal the top left of the substrate base; and a second recess defined within the rear side of the substrate and configured and positioned to receive and conceal the top right of the substrate base. 
         [0016]    The bib further can include: an adjustable bib clip strap having a first end and a second end and having a clip at each end of the strap and an adjustment buckle to adjust the length of the strap and configured to secure the bib around the neck of the wearer when the top left of the substrate base is stored within the first recess and when the top right of the substrate base is stored within the second recess. 
         [0017]    The bib also can include: at least one storage compartment defined with the rear side of the substrate base; and at least one closure mechanism disposed upon the at least one storage compartment and configured to close the at least one storage compartment to secure at least one item stored within. The one closure mechanism can be selected from the group consisting of: buttons, metal snaps, plastic snaps, hook-and-loop fasteners (e.g. VELCRO®), zippers, and magnets. 
         [0018]    The bib further can include: a plurality of magnets disposed internally within the substrate base and configured to facilitate the folding and securing of the bib into a clutch/wallet; and an adjustable bib clip strap having a first end and a second end and having a clip at each end of the strap and an adjustment buckle to adjust the length of the strap and configured as a strap with which to carry the clutch/wallet. 
         [0019]    The bib also can include a border defined within a periphery of the substrate base and configured to provide structural integrity during the use and cleaning of the bib. 
         [0020]    The bib further can include a protective water-repellant and stain-resistant layer affixed to the front side of the substrate base. 
         [0021]    The bib also can include multiple storage compartments defined with the rear side of the substrate base, each compartment formed of a varied size relative to one another. 
         [0022]    In another exemplary embodiment, the technology described herein provides a combined bib and closable storage device. The combined bib and closable storage device includes: a substrate base comprised of a washable material and having a front side and a rear side; a left top and a right top defined within the substrate base to form a collar to encompass the near of the wearer; at least one closure device disposed at the distal end of each of the left top and right top of the substrate base; a first collar band disposed upon the substrate base; a second collar band disposed upon the substrate base; a catch-all pocket disposed upon the front side of the substrate base and configured to capture food particles and liquids during the feeding process, wherein the bib is configured such that the bib is operably folded into the catch-all pocket disposed upon the front side of the substrate base; at least one storage compartment defined with the rear side of the substrate base; and at least one closure mechanism disposed upon the at least one storage compartment and configured to close the at least one storage compartment to secure at least one item stored within. 
         [0023]    The combined bib and closable storage device also can include: a first recess defined within the rear side of the substrate and configured and positioned to receive and conceal the top left of the substrate base; a second recess defined within the rear side of the substrate and configured and positioned to receive and conceal the top right of the substrate base; and a protective water-repellant and stain-resistant layer affixed to the front side of the substrate base. 
         [0024]    The combined bib and closable storage device further can include: a plurality of storage compartments defined with the rear side of the substrate base, each compartment formed of a varied size relative to one another. 
         [0025]    The combined bib and closable storage device also can include: an adjustable bib clip strap having a first end and a second end and having a clip at each end of the strap and an adjustment buckle to adjust the length of the strap and configured to secure the bib around the neck of the wearer when the top left of the substrate base is stored within the first recess and when the top right of the substrate base is stored within the second recess. 
         [0026]    In yet another exemplary embodiment, the technology described herein provides convertible bib system. The convertible bib system includes: a substrate base comprised of a washable material and having a front side and a rear side; a left top and a right top defined within the substrate base to form a collar to encompass the near of the wearer; at least one closure device disposed at the distal end of each of the left top and right top of the substrate base; a first collar band disposed upon the substrate base and configured for receipt of the left top of the substrate base; a second collar band disposed upon the substrate base and configured for receipt of the right top of the substrate base; a catch-all pocket disposed upon the front side of the substrate base and configured to capture food particles and liquids during the feeding process, wherein the bib is configured such that the bib is operably folded into the catch-all pocket disposed upon the front side of the substrate base; a plurality of magnets disposed internally within the substrate base and configured to facilitate the folding and securing of the bib into a clutch/wallet; and an adjustable bib clip strap having a first end and a second end and having a clip at each end of the strap and an adjustment buckle to adjust the length of the strap and configured to secure the bib around the neck of the wearer when the top left of the substrate base is stored within the first recess and when the top right of the substrate base is stored within the second recess, and wherein the adjustable bib clip strap is adapted for use as a strap with which to carry the clutch/wallet. 
         [0027]    The convertible bib system also can include: a first recess defined within the rear side of the substrate and configured and positioned to receive and conceal the top left of the substrate base; a second recess defined within the rear side of the substrate and configured and positioned to receive and conceal the top right of the substrate base; a protective water-repellant and stain-resistant layer affixed to the front side of the substrate base; a plurality of storage compartments defined with the rear side of the substrate base, each compartment formed of a varied size relative to one another; and at least one closure mechanism disposed upon at least one of the plurality of storage compartments and configured to close the at least one of the plurality of storage compartments to secure at least one item stored within. 
         [0028]    There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more important features of the technology in order that the detailed description thereof that follows may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated. There are additional features of the technology that will be described hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto. In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the technology in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The technology described herein is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. 
         [0029]    As such, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the conception, upon which this disclosure is based, may readily be utilized as a basis for the designing of other structures, methods and systems for carrying out the several purposes of the technology described herein. It is important, therefore, that the claims be regarded as including such equivalent constructions insofar as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technology described herein. 
         [0030]    Further objects and advantages of the technology described herein will be apparent from the following detailed description of a presently preferred embodiment which is illustrated schematically in the accompanying drawings. 
     
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
         [0031]    The technology described herein is illustrated with reference to the various drawings, in which like reference numbers denote like device components and/or method steps, respectively, and in which: 
           [0032]      FIG. 1  is a front perspective view of a convertible bib system, illustrating, in particular, the catch-all front pocket, collar bands, and collar closure devices, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0033]      FIG. 2  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 ; 
           [0034]      FIG. 3  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, multiple pocket zones, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0035]      FIG. 4  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the collar left and right top portions are tucked within recesses when not in use, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0036]      FIG. 5  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the collar left and right top portions are tucked within recesses when not in use, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0037]      FIG. 6  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the convertible bib is folded when not in use, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0038]      FIG. 7  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the convertible bib is folded when not in use, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0039]      FIG. 8  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the convertible bib is folded when not in use, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0040]      FIG. 9  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the convertible bib is folded when not in use, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0041]      FIG. 10  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, a collapsed, folded bib and an adjustable bib clip strap that can be used to carry the collapsed, folded bib as a clutch or wallet, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0042]      FIG. 11  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, a collapsed, folded bib and an adjustable bib clip strap that can be used to carry the collapsed, folded bib as a clutch or wallet, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0043]      FIG. 12  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, the use of magnets for closure, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0044]      FIG. 13  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, the use of magnets for closure, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0045]      FIG. 14  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the convertible bib is folded when not in use and utilizing closure magnets, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0046]      FIG. 15  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the convertible bib is folded when not in use and utilizing closure magnets, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0047]      FIG. 16  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the convertible bib is folded when not in use and utilizing closure magnets, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0048]      FIG. 17  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, how the convertible bib is folded when not in use and utilizing closure magnets, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0049]      FIG. 18  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, a collapsed, folded bib, secured with magnets, and an adjustable bib clip strap that can be used to carry the collapsed, folded bib as a clutch or wallet, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0050]      FIG. 19  is a front planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, a collapsed, folded bib, secured with magnets, and an adjustable bib clip strap that can be used to carry the collapsed, folded bib as a clutch or wallet, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0051]      FIG. 20  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, multiple pocket zones, and shown in use with a spoon and towelette, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0052]      FIG. 21  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, multiple pocket zones, and shown in use with a spoon and towelette, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0053]      FIG. 22  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, multiple pocket zones, and shown in use with a spoon and towelette, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; 
           [0054]      FIG. 23  is a rear planar view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, multiple pocket zones, and shown in use with a spoon and towelette, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein; and 
           [0055]      FIG. 24  is a front view of the convertible bib system depicted in  FIG. 1 , illustrating, in particular, the collar left and right tops folded forwardly to show the recesses on the rear side of the convertible bib, according to an embodiment of the technology described herein. 
       
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 
       [0056]    Before describing the disclosed embodiments of this technology in detail, it is to be understood that the technology is not limited in its application to the details of the particular arrangement shown here since the technology described is capable of other embodiments. Also, the terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. 
         [0057]    In various exemplary embodiments, the technology described herein provides a bib, a combined bib and storage device, and a convertible bib system that are each foldable, collapsible, and configured to convert from a clutch/wallet to a bib and back to a clutch/wallet as well as store items within storage compartments. Each device serves as a bib while at the same time serves as convenient storage for small items while dining away from home. The bib is configured to have small item storage for items such as, but not limited to, a spoon, travel size wet wipes, squeezable baby food containers, hand sanitizer, and the like. The bib is configured to accommodate an adjustable bib clip strap that attaches securely to the bib such that it resists being pulled off by and infant. The bib is configured to be cleaned easily. The bib is aesthetically pleasing and fashionable. The collar of the bib is configured to disappear into correspondingly dimensioned pockets/slits, thus allowing an adjustable bib clip strap to be used so that the bib does not have to be discarded after several of months because it no longer fits a child. The bib is configured to be extended to allow coverage for several years of use by an infant or child. The storage areas can have internal sewn-in magnets to facilitate closure, yet preventing accidental swallowing by a child. The bib can fold into its own front catch-all pocket. 
         [0058]    Additionally, and by way of example, the convertible bib device can serve as a toddler art bib for crafts, paints, and other similar activities wherein the underlying clothing is to be protected from spills and the like. The convertible bib can be used to provide protective coverage of clothing during toddler arts and crafts sessions. The bib has storage areas, e.g. closable pockets, for small craft items such as crayons, paint brushes, paint etc. 
         [0059]    Referring now to the Figures, in various exemplary embodiments, the technology described herein provides a convertible bib  10 . The convertible bib  10  includes a substrate base  100 . The substrate base has a front side  102  (such as shown in  FIG. 2 ) and a rear side  104  (such as shown in  FIG. 3 ). The substrate base  100  is manufactured of a washable, easily cleaned material. By way of example, the substrate base  100  can be a plastic material. The substrate base  100  also can include a protective water-repellant and stain-resistant layer affixed to the front side  102  of the substrate base  100 . The substrate base  100  can include a border  500  defined within a periphery of the substrate base  100 . The border  500  is configured to provide structural integrity during the use and cleaning of the convertible bib  10 . 
         [0060]    The convertible bib  10  includes a left top  210  and a right top  220  defined within the substrate base  100  to form a collar to encompass the neck of the wearer. At least one closure device  230  is disposed at the distal end of each of the left top  210  and right top  220  of the substrate base  100 . The closure device  230  provides a means by which the left top  210  and the right top  220  are secured one to another to encompass the neck of the wearer and to remain securely on the neck. The closure device  230  can be one or more metal snaps, plastic snaps, buttons and button holes, hook-and-loop fasteners (e.g. VELCRO®), zippers, or magnets sewn into the collar with polarities arranged for magnetic attraction and closure. 
         [0061]    The convertible bib  10  includes collar bands  240  placed upon the substrate base  100 . The collar bands  240  are located on the front side  102  of the substrate base  100 . The collar bands  240  each are configured for receipt of clips  304  from the adjustable bib clip strap  300 . The collar bands  240  can be manufactured of various materials; however, the material used must be suitable for the clip action of the clips  304  such that the adjustable bib clip strap  300  remains secured to the convertible bib  10 . This enables use of the convertible bib  10  for a period of time longer than if the bib were only secured to the wearer, a growing child for example, by the collar closure device  230 . 
         [0062]    The convertible bib  10  includes a catch-all pocket  250 , as depicted in  FIG. 1 , for example. The catch-all pocket  250  is located upon the front side  102  of the substrate base  100  near a bottom portion of the substrate base  100  and is configured to capture food particles, liquids, or the like during the feeding process. The convertible bib  10  is configured to collapse easily and be folded by a user into the catch-all pocket  250  disposed upon the front side of the substrate base  100 . The catch-all pocket  250  is designed to be easily emptied and cleaned. The catch-all pocket  250  can be manufactured of a water resistant material. The catch-all pocket  250  can include one or more dividers. 
         [0063]    The convertible bib  10  includes at least two recesses  260  defined within the rear side  104  of the substrate base  100 . A first recess  260  is defined within the rear side  104  of the substrate base  100  and is configured and positioned to receive and conceal the top left  210  of the substrate base  100 . A second recess  260  is defined within the rear side  104  of the substrate base  100  and is configured and positioned to receive and conceal the top right  220  of the substrate base  100 . As depicted in  FIG. 3 , the top left  210  and the top right  220  remain outside of (or un-tucked) from the recesses  260 . As depicted in  FIG. 4 , the top left  210  and the top right  220  of the substrate base  100  are shown tucked into the recesses  260 . In this concealed arrangement, the convertible bib  10  can be used with the adjustable bib clip strap  300 . 
         [0064]    The convertible bib  10  includes an adjustable bib clip strap  300  having a first end and a second end and having a clip  304  at each end of the strap. The adjustable bib clip strap  300  includes an adjustment buckle  302  to adjust the length of the strap  300 . The adjustable bib clip strap  300  is configured to secure the bib  10  around the neck of the wearer with the first and second collar bands  240  when the top left  210  of the substrate base  100  is stored within the first recess  260  and when the top right  220  of the substrate base  100  is stored within the second recess  260 . Use of the adjustable bib clip strap  300  on the convertible bib  10  in this manner enables prolonged use of the convertible bib  10  when an infant or child might have otherwise outgrown the garment. The adjustable bib clip strap  300  also can be used to carry the convertible bib  10  when it is in a collapsed, folded position. The adjustable bib clip strap  300  is shown in  FIG. 10  (front view) and  FIG. 11  (rear view). An alternative embodiment of the convertible bib  10  includes the adjustable bib clip strap  300  of  FIG. 18  (rear view) and  FIG. 19  (front view), wherein the convertible bib  10  is shown closed and secured with multiple magnets  400 . 
         [0065]    The convertible bib  10  includes at least one storage compartment  270 ,  272 ,  274  defined with the rear side  104  of the substrate base  100 . As illustrated in the drawings figures, an upper storage compartment  270 , a middle storage compartment  272 , and a lower storage compartment  274  are shown. The number, location, and size of the storage compartments shown can vary in alternative embodiments. Entry into one or more of the storage compartments  270 ,  272 ,  274  can include insertion through pocket top border  600  or pocket side edge  276 . Entry into each storage compartment can be from the top, bottom, side or mid-section of the storage compartment, depending on a storage compartment&#39;s configuration. By way of example, and as depicted in  FIGS. 20 ,  21 ,  22 , and  23 , the storage compartments  270 ,  272 ,  274  are used to contain a utensil, a towelette, and so forth. 
         [0066]    The storage compartments  270 ,  272 ,  274  can be made secure, such that items contained within remain there, by a closure mechanism  280 . One or more closure mechanism  280  is located upon the storage compartment  270 ,  272 ,  274  to secure at least one item stored within. The closure mechanism  280  can be one or more of buttons and button holes, metal snaps, plastic snaps, hook-and-loop fasteners, zippers, and magnets with polarities arranged for magnetic attraction and closure. Additionally, the storage compartments  270 ,  272 ,  274  can include a border (such as the border  500  on the substrate base  100 ) to provide structural integrity during the use and cleaning of the storage compartments  270 ,  272 ,  274 . 
         [0067]    The convertible bib  10  includes multiple magnets  400  disposed internally within the substrate base  100 . The magnets  400  are configured to facilitate the folding and securing of the convertible bib  100  into a clutch/wallet. As the convertible bib  10  is folded into the catch-all pocket  250 , or otherwise folded into a collapsed shape, the magnets  400 , with polarities arranged for magnetic attraction and closure, secure the convertible bib  10  is a clutch/wallet. 
         [0068]    By way of example, the various closure mechanisms  280 , or the multiple magnets  400 , are be used to secure the convertible bib  10  in the form of a clutch/wallet.  FIG. 5  depicts an initial fold of the top left  210  and top right  220  of the substrate base  100 .  FIGS. 6 and 7 , the front and back views, respectively, show the next downward fold of the convertible bib  10 .  FIGS. 8 and 9 , the front and back views, respectively, show the next downward fold of the convertible bib  10 . Ultimately, and after an additional fold, the convertible bib  10  has converted from a bib format to a clutch/wallet format as shown in  FIGS. 10 and 11 , the front and back views, respectively. 
         [0069]    In at least one embodiment of this technology, the first recess  260  and the second recess  260  are replaced by a band, e.g. elastic or cloth, configured to hold down the left top  210  and the right top  220 , respectively, during the folding and securing of the convertible bib  100  into a clutch/wallet. 
         [0070]    Although this technology has been illustrated and described herein with reference to preferred embodiments and specific examples thereof, it will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that other embodiments and examples can perform similar functions and/or achieve like results. All such equivalent embodiments and examples are within the spirit and scope of the technology described herein and are intended to be covered by the following claims.