Pillow Holding Device

Abstract

Described is a pillow holding device for use in holding a number of pillows in a stacked orientation. The device includes a flat, rigid base on which pillows can be stacked. The base can have any of a variety of shapes including a square or circular shape. The base includes a number of posts thereon that are arranged about the periphery of the base. The posts help to maintain the pillows in a stacked configuration on the base, and prevent the pillows from falling off of the base. The base is supported above the ground by a number of legs. A second base may be disposed above or below the first base so as to serve as a shelf. The device may include a basket removably secured to the posts, and may include decorative toppers for each post.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 948,740 filed on Mar. 6, 2014, entitled “Pillow Tower.” The above identified patent application is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety to provide continuity of disclosure.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to a pillow holding device. More specifically, the present invention provides a pillow holding device comprising a flat base on which pillows can be arranged in a stacked orientation. The base includes posts thereon for maintaining the pillows on the base. The base is disposed above the ground by a number of legs.[0004]Decorative pillows are often arranged on couches, love seats, beds, and other pieces of furniture in order to improve the appearance of a room. The decorative pillows often have various colors and patterns and are aesthetically pleasing. People may place several decorative pillo...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention is a pillow holding device that can be easily fabricated from durable materials and is decorative in appearance. The device includes removable toppers that can be added to the upper posts for a decorative touch. The technical effects of this invention include providing a durable, easy-to-use pillow holding solution with a decorative appearance.

Problems solved by technology

Thus, Matthews discloses a method of storing pillows, and fails to disclose a base disposed on legs, and having additional bases or shelves for storing other objects or items.

Thus, Bragg et al. discloses a pillow holding device, but fails to disclose a pillow holding device having a rigid base and a plurality of upright posts extending therefrom.

Thus, Howen discloses a device having a base and upright rods or posts, but fails to disclose a plurality of legs secured to said base, and additional shelves or bases disposed on the posts.

Thus, Ahlgrim et al. discloses a storage bin, and does not disclose a pillow holding device having a base and a plurality of upright posts thereon.

The spacing support is not adapted to prevent items, such as decorative pillows, from falling off of the trays.

Thus, Lang fails to disclose a pillow holding device comprising a base and vertical posts.

Thus, Walpin fails to disclose a pillow holding device having a base and upright posts thereon.

Such devices do not disclose devices having a base elevated from the ground or floor.

Thus, such devices hold pillows close to the ground, where the pillows may contact dirt or dust.

Further, such devices fail to disclose additional storage areas or baskets on which additional objects can be stored.

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