FIG. 1 is a front elevational view of an inflatable insert for hand bags or similar article showing my new design, in a deflated condition;

FIG. 2 is a top plan view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a left side elevational view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a right side elevational view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a bottom plan view thereof;

FIG. 6 is a front perspective view thereof, in an inflated condition;

FIG. 7 is a side elevational view taken along line 7--7 of FIG. 6; and

FIG. 8 is a rear elevational view taken along line 8--8 of FIG. 6.