Patent ID: 6851127
Filing Date: 2005-02-08
Classification: A41D,A47G

Abstract:
1. A multi-purpose blanket comprising: a flexible planar body of substantially rectangular form having a top edge, a bottom edge which is substantially parallel to the top edge and two opposite and parallel side edges which are substantially perpendicular to and extend between the top and bottom edges, and defining an inner surface and an outer surface, the planar body adapted to be folded into a relatively compact folded condition for use as a seat cushion or spread into a spread condition for use as a blanket or for use as a protective covering which can be draped about the user so that the inner surface surrounds and faces the torso of the user; a hood compartment-forming member which is joined to the flexible planar body against the inner surface thereof so as to provide a hood compartment having an opening which is disposed adjacent the top edge of the planar body and which is positioned about midway along the length of the top edge; a hood having a portion which is positioned within the opening of the hood compartment and which is secured to the inner surface of the planar body adjacent the top edge thereof so that the hood can be selectively tucked within the hood compartment for storage or withdrawn from the hood compartment for use; a pair of pockets associated with the inner surface of the planar body and disposed adjacent the side edges thereof so that when the planar body is draped about the user so that the inner surface surrounds and faces the torso of the user, the pockets can accept the hands of the user, the pockets being disposed at an angle with respect to the side edges of the planar body so that when the planar body is draped about the user so that the inner surface surrounds and faces the torso of the user, each pocket opens inwardly of the side edges of the blanket, and the pockets are spaced from the top edge of the planar body by at least about eighteen inches; an elongated storage pouch joined to the outer surface of the planar body adjacent the top edge thereof so that when the planar body is folded into a folded condition for use as a seat cushion, the storage pouch is accessible; at least one strap which is joined to the planar body for securing the planar body in its folded condition; and a handle which is secured to the planar body across the storage pouch for providing a grip with which the planar body can be carried when the planar body is secured in its folded condition.