DECORATIVE KNOB COVER
Removable, decorative knob covers configured to connect to an existing knob are described. In one embodiment, the decorative knob covers have an elastomeric shaft that is friction fit over an existing, fixed knob. In another embodiment, the decorative knob covers attach to an existing, fixed knob by a clasp.
1 . A decorative knob cover for use with a fixed knob for cabinets or drawers, the decorative knob cover comprising:
a handle comprising a first side and a second side;
a fitting having a first end and a second end, wherein the fitting is adapted for a friction-fit attachment to the fixed knob; and
the first side of the handle being affixed to the second end of the fitting, and the second side of the handle having a decorative surface.
2 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the fitting is formed of an elastic polymer.
3 . The knob cover of claim 2 , wherein the first end of the fitting is cylindrical.
4 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the decorative surface is configured as a Christmas tree.
5 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the decorative surface forms a wreath.
6 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the decorative surface forms a light bulb.
7 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the decorative surface forms a candy cane.
8 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the decorative surface forms at least one letter.
9 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the decorative surface forms a balloon.
10 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises a light emitting diode connected to the decorative surface.
11 . The knob cover of claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises a sound emitting device connected to the decorative surface.
12 . A decorative knob cover for use with a fixed knob for cabinets or drawers, the decorative knob cover comprising:
a handle comprising a first side and a second side;
a deformable fitting extending from the second side of the handle, the fitting being adapted for a friction-fit attachment to the fixed knob.
13 . The knob cover of claim 12 , wherein the handle and fitting are formed as a unitary structure.
14 . The knob cover of claim 13 , wherein the first side of the handle has a holiday themed appearance.