Blanket Transformer

Picture it: the perfect outdoor family outing gone horribly wrong. The toddler is whining because sticks are prickling her legs, the baby is eating mouthfuls of sand, and you have a massive wet spot on your rear end from sitting on the ground. Plus, what’s that on your leg, an ant? BLEARGH.

Friends, you don’t need to live this tragedy, thanks to entrepreneur Jennifer Lock and her Zip-n-go blanket. Jennifer created the Zip-n-go after trying to find a good outdoor blanket for her young son that was big enough, wouldn’t require a separate carrying bag, and wasn’t cheaply made. Plus, kept everyone’s butt away from damp grass and bugs.

This weatherproof Zip-n-go is made from premium velour anti-pill fleece with a tough nylon backing, and it measures almost 5’ x 6’ when unfolded. It’s a soft, cushiony blanket that can be spread out to make picnics, sporting events, camping, or a day at the beach much more comfortable, and when you’re done, it folds and zips to become its own tote bag. HELLO. How awesome is that? The medium-sized tote features a large outside pocket and secure zip pocket inside, so you can easily carry must-haves like water bottles, keys, diapers, chicken nuggets, sunblock, finger puppets, flasks . . . you know, whatever.

Our own Sue Bruce discovered this product when trying to find a good outdoor blanket for her own family, and was wowed by the size, sturdiness, and overall quality of the Zip-n-go. We think you’ll be, too.

— Linda