About this project
Sticky Feet Socks are pairs of socks with hook and loop fasteners integrated within the heel such that the socks can be secured within a pair of matching shoes or sneakers. The sneakers feature an internal mechanism capable of receiving the hook and loop fasteners, enabling users to firmly secure shoes to their feet. Sticky Feet Socks are also patent pending!
Purpose & Benefits-
*Provides users with comfortable socks featuring hook and loop fasteners on the heel which, when paired with shoes, allow the hook and loop fasteners to secure the shoe to the foot.
*Keeps the shoe firmly secured to a foot, effectively preventing the shoe from sliding around and/or off their foot.
*Allows children to put on their socks and shoes independently without worry of the shoe falling off and going missing later in the day.
*Utilizes independent portions of hook and loop fasteners inside the shoes, allowing users to swap the hook and loop fasteners between different pairs of shoes for a customized look each day.
*Offers a simple and convenient method for keeping shoes secured to feet, even if shoelaces become loose.
Problem Solved-
It may be difficult to keep shoes secured to feet, especially for toddlers and other young children who are constantly moving. Some children may struggle with tying their shoes, and if he/she starts to move with loose shoes, the shoes will be removed and potentially lost. Searching for missing shoes in a school, store, home, or other location can be incredibly difficult and frustrating. In addition, if shoes are constantly moving on the feet while walking, jogging, running, etc., blisters could form on the foot.
Detailed Description & Features-
Sticky Feet Socks are comfortable, customized socks with hook and loop fasteners sewn into the heel of the sock. The socks may be available with four adhesive hook and loop fastener patches which can be inserted into two different pairs of shoes. The hook and loop fastener patches are intended to secure the sock to the interior of the shoe once the foot is inserted. In this way, the shoes are firmly secured to the sock without worry of the shoe slipping, moving, or falling off throughout the day.
The hook and loop fastener attachments can feature a sticky adhesive backing and can be trimmed with scissors in order to be customized for various shoes. A non-skid bottom can be included on the toddler and child size socks to further prevent slipping on surfaces when not wearing shoes. The socks can be worn by both children and adults in order to prevent shoes from slipping. Once the adhesive hook and loop fasteners are placed inside the shoe, a user can simply slip on their shoes and match the sock hook and loop fasteners with the adhesive patch for securement.
Sticky Feet Socks can be constructed using 100% cotton or a cotton blend material. The socks may be available in numerous sizes capable of fitting adults and children of all ages. Further, the socks may be available in a number of colors and styles. Exact size, measurement, construction, and design specifications may vary upon manufacturing.
Image Info-
FIGURE 1 Shows how the hook and loop fastener pad can be placed in the shoe and then attached to the sock.
FIGURE 2 Shows a cross-section view of the foot and sock inside the shoe.
FIGURE 3 Shows two different pairs of socks and the adhesive hook and loop fasteners.
FIGURE 4 Shows the socks placed in customized packaging.
Risks and challenges
The biggest risk that I can tell, is trying to find a manufacture willing to listen me and actually make the socks. I'd also like to find a manufacturer located in the USA. However I am VERY passionate about Sticky Feet Socks, and I won't stop until I find someone who will listen. My product idea is already patent pending, and I'm hoping that will help when talking to manufacturers.
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