Abstract: A combination knock-down handbag and mat which is formed of a blank of sheet material of a predetermined length and width which is peculiarly seamed and secured so that in the assembled or folded position, the blank forms a handbag and in the unfolded position the blank defines a mat, e.g. a beach mat. To form the mat, which can be subsequently formed into a handbag, one end of the blank is initially reversely folded onto a portion of the blank and secured thereto to define one or more open end pockets. A handle is secured to the open end of the pocket. To convert the mat into a handbag the remainder or extended portion of the blank is reversely folded in accordian fashion to the size and shape of the reversely folded portion. The opposed end portions of the folded blank thus folded are then folded relative to the central portion thereof. With the blank so folded, the central pocket thus formed is turned inside out to define the handbag in the final folded position of the blank.

Abstract: A recreational towel type device specifically designed for absorbing moisture and use as a ground or furnishing cover, capable of being secured to the covered surface and further being capable securing other objects is provided.

Abstract: A lightweight, single-ply blanket has inwardly opening, triangular pockets sewn beneath each of its four corners. The corners of the blanket are also provided with extending, braided cord loops to add anchoring versatility and to provide rapid emptying of the entire contents of the pockets by lifting the loops.

Abstract: This invention relates to dual purpose tote bags in which one purpose is to provide a carrying bag or box and the other is to provide for a semi-rigid surface, which can be used for carrying and, holding food and for providing a table-like surface during picnics and outings. Prior devices have never fully satisfied the second purpose, their surfaces being too soft and pliable, this leading to problems in fulfilling the first purpose also in that the bag would not provide a semi-rigid internal space for carrying a payload. This invention teaches a new construction and a new method for converting from one purpose to the other.The new construction is both internal; employing three layers, the center layer being of semi-rigid material and, external; in the arrangement of the panels of the three-layered material.The new method of folding employs a stepwise folding of the flat panels into a box-like shape, suitable for maintaining a semi-rigid internal space.

Abstract: A tanning blanket for reflecting a large portion of the solar radiation which is otherwise scattered in directions away from the person using the blanket, towards the flanks of the person, the blanket having a plurality of incremental reflectors in a Fresnel pattern on a flexible substrate, which reflectors reflect incident solar radiation toward the person and distribute the reflected radiation across the flanks of the person.

Abstract: A spread or ground covering sheet or towel structure of the type used to cover a portion of the ground surface so that one or more people can lie thereupon when sunbathing or enjoying like recreational activities. The ground cover is defined by a flexible sheet made from cloth or like flexible material which includes a pouch structure secured to depend from the undersurface and accordingly positioned to be buried within the ground covered by the sheet. The pouch is sufficiently structured and dimensioned to hold valuables such as keys, money, etc. in an out of sight location so as to prevent theft when the sheet is not occupied.

Abstract: A carrying bag convertible to a flat mat includes a rectangular body member of flexible foldable material and an arrangement of fold lines and fasteners which enables the body member to be used alternately as a flat mat or a relatively compact, compartmented carrying bag, the arrangement further allowing selective joining of a plurality of such body members, when in the flat mat configuration, to establish an integral, extended flat mat assembly.

Abstract: A pad for use on top of conventional mattresses, cushions and the like is described which comprises a plurality of ribs, separated by troughs, the pad being made of an elastomeric material having a Shore A hardness between 75 and 95, the overall size of the pad being adequate to provide back support for the user when the pad is arranged with the ribs in a direction perpendicular to the spinal cord of the user and also providing flexibility in the longitudinal direction conforming readily to the natural curve of the spine, but very supportive in the direction perpendicular to the spine owing to the relative rigidity of its cross-sectional structural configuration. The pad may have a corrugated structure or the ribs may be provided by a plurality of structures arranged in series which may be hollow or solid, square or rectangular. The structures may also have an inverted L-shape or a T-shape.

Abstract: A molded elastic mattress is formed with a plurality of laterally directed ribs for coming into contact with a human body. The ribs are tilted with respect to the longitudinal axis to relieve pressure on the dorsal spine.

Abstract: The disclosure is of a beach mat for human use comprising a center section which may be adjusted to provide a surface on which the body may rest in a reclining or sitting position and which has bottom and head end parts. The bottom end part has side panels which may be folded under the center section to permit rigid maintenance of an upward fold in part of the center section, and the head end part has side panels pivotally connected to the center section which may be folded rearwardly from the center section to support the head end part of the center section in raised position for head and back support.

Abstract: A traction device for use with automobiles which comprises a wedge shaped bag filled with sand or a sand like material which when placed under the wheels of a car provides increased traction so that the car can be moved from a slippery place.

Abstract: A mattress is provided which is particularly suitable for use as a float in fresh water or salt water. The mattress is constructed of a plurality of light-weight, relatively rigid, buoyant blocks of substantially equal length. The blocks are preferably formed of cellular polystyrene. The blocks are held in side-by-side spaced relation by an outer skin formed of a material, preferably polyvinyl chloride film, which is capable of maintaining the integrity and orientation of the thus-formed mattress. The longitudinal edges of the buoyant blocks may be beveled so as to allow ease of rolling and folding of the mattress. A handle may be attached to one or both of the ends of the mattress.

Abstract: A mat for use upon a beach, the mat including an anchor at each opposite end thereof, so as to prevent a strong wind from blowing it away, while persons are not lying down thereupon, such anchor consisting of a scoop that digs under the sand, so as to be anchored therebeneath.

Abstract: A pillow case having a receptacle upon its upper side in which a baby bottle is retained during a time of nursing, and the pillow case upper side including a sideward extending flap upon which a baby rests its head while sucking on the bottle nipple.

Abstract: There is provided a beach mat comprising a generally rectangular sheet of a flexible material which can be folded into a bag for carrying beach clothes. The rectangular sheet has secured along an obverse face thereof a substantially continuous loop of flexible material sewn along two substantially parallel portions of its length over a substantially central portion of the sheet. A free standing loop extends from each end of the sewn down portions, one loop portion extending beyond a first end of the sheet. Flexible fastening means are secured to the reverse face of the sheet along one edge thereof and second, mating flexible fastening means are connected to the obverse face of the sheet at a location of approximately one-third the distance from the second edge towards the first edge.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hand-carryable folding cushion assembly having two cushions interconnected together by a flexible inner panel and foldable from an extended position to a position where the cushions lie in back-to-back relationship. A pair of attaching panels are secured opposite the flexible inner panel to respective cushions and cooperate to connect and maintain the cushions in back-to-back relationship for convenient carrying. Strap means are secured about the back side of one cushion and adapted to receive and secure a blanket or the like. About the back side of the other cushion is formed a pocket for carrying desirable articles.

Abstract: A sheet assembly for use as a multipurpose tote bag, comprising two layers of waterproof material partially sewn together to form a two-piece sheet formation with an unsewn opening at a top portion, wherein said two-piece sheet formation is adapted to be folded, in a first folding operation in an overlapping manner along vertical and horizontal axes, from predetermined folding points, to form a folded sheet formation in which the folded portions form a top opening and two inside portions of said tote bag, and wherein the folded sheet formation is further foldable in a second folding operation along a center folding axis forming the bottom of said tote bag and is adaptable for forming the tote bag by means of two pairs of fastener attachments sewn in parallel along the vertical axes, with the mating parts of each fastener attachment sewn in parallel and extending from the bottom to the top opening of said tote bag.

Abstract: Collapsible baby carriers are provided which may be employed by themselves as car beds, car seats, or infant seats or in conjunction with collapsible frames to provide strollers, carriages, high chairs, bathinettes and the like. One embodiment of the collapsible carrier involves a two-piece telescoping carrier provided with a series of hinges, which requires no locks or fasteners; the two-piece carrier remains open as long as an infant is positioned therein and when desired, is easily collapsed. Two and three-way carriers are also provided which include a head portion, body portion and foot portion. The positions of the head portion and the foot portion may be adjusted independently of each other. Alternatively, movement and positioning of one of the head and foot portions may cause corresponding movement and positioning in the other.

Abstract: A utility bag-beach mat wherein a mat of straw or the like is an integral part of a bag, which when folded, functions as a relatively rigid stiffener and support for articles carried thereon. In one embodiment, points on the side edges of the mat are drawn together to form a pouch to accommodate the ends of the mat, as well as other articles to be carried. In another embodiment, a utility bag has a front panel which folds down to enable a mat, which is attached at the bottom panel, to be rolled out. A lid is formed in two panels, with the outer panel being folded under when the bag is being carried. When at the picnic site, and the front panel is dropped, the lid may be extended so that zippers may be moved down transition tracks to the bottom panel and then along its forward edges to meet in the middle.

Abstract: A carrying bag primarily intended for holding diapers and other baby supplies and incorporating a flexible strip of material detachably secured to an inner portion of the bag. The flexible strip may be rolled up and secured inside the bag or unrolled, being of appropriate dimensions and material to provide a sanitary and convenient surface upon which a baby may be placed for changing diapers.