Storage spool

Abstract

A storage spool is provided that comprises a center core coupled to a first flange and a second flange. The two flanges extend outward from the core in a parallel configuration creating a recess between the flanges. An aperture is formed on one or both of the flanges to allow for viewing the edges of any material stored on the spool. A transparent covering encapsulates the spool in order to create a smooth outer surface over the entire spool.

1 . An storage spool comprising: 
 a center core;    a first and second flange coupled to said core, said core joining said first and second flange in a center location and said first and second flange extending from said core in a parallel configuration creating a recess between said first flange and said second flange;    an aperture formed on said first flange, wherein said aperture allows for viewing a material stored in said recess;    a transparent covering encapsulating said spool, wherein said covering creates a smooth outer surface over said first flange and said second flange.    
   
   
       2 . The spool as set forth in  claim 1 , wherein said transparent covering comprises acetate.  
   
   
       3 . The spool as set forth in  claim 1 , further comprising a second aperture on said second flange.  
   
   
       4 . The spool as set forth in  claim 1 , further comprising a slot formed on said transparent covering.  
   
   
       5 . The spool as set forth in  claim 1 , wherein said transparent covering is removable from said spool.  
   
   
       6 . The spool as set forth in  claim 1 , wherein said aperture is wedge-shaped.  
   
   
       7 . The spool as set forth in  claim 1 , wherein said aperture is tear-shaped.  
   
   
       8 . A method for storing decorative material comprising the steps of: 
 wrapping said material around a spool, said spool comprising a core, a first flange, and a second flange;    encapsulating said spool containing said material in a transparent covering such that an edge of said material is visible through an aperture on said first flange.    
   
   
       9 . The method as set forth in  claim 8 , wherein said transparent covering used in said encapsulating step comprises acetate.