Beach towel/back pack/adjustable pillow

Abstract

The present invention is a beach accessory that combines a backpack and beach towel into an integral, unique product. The invention may also be used as an adjustable pillow for car and airplane travel. Fabricated from 100% terrycloth or velour towel and 100% cotton or cotton blends, the accessory is machine washable for easy care. The accessory can be easily unfolded to access the towel and just as easily refolded when desired. In backpack form, the invention includes ample storage space for personal items. An added feature incorporates a security pocket for the safekeeping of valuables. Adjustable straps are provided to ensure a good fit when the accessory is utilized as a backpack. The straps also function to secure the towel in a rolled-up configuration when employed as a pillow.

We claim:  
     
         1 . A beach towel, back pack and pillow combination comprising: 
 a body member having an exterior front face, an exterior rear face, exterior sidewalls, an exterior bottom wall an open top and interior surfaces opposite said exterior front face and said exterior rear face, whereby said body member encloses an interior volume therein;    a pocket having a zippered opening therein, said pocket attached to said front face;    a flap member for partially covering said open top, said flap member having a first end and a second end;    said first end of said flap member affixed to said exterior rear face of said body member closely adjacent said open top;    said second end of said flap member terminating in a free end closely adjacent said pocket;    a fastener attached to said flap member at said second end;    a fastener receiver attached to said pocket; and    a beach towel attached at said interior surfaces, said beach towel being removably stored in said interior volume.    
     
     
         2 . A beach towel, back pack and pillow combination as recited in  claim 1 , including a first pair of straps, said first pair of straps having first ends attached to said rear exterior face adjacent said bottom wall and wherein said first pair of straps have second ends which are free ends.  
     
     
         3 . A beach towel, back pack and pillow combination as recited in  claim 2 , including a second pair of straps, said second pair of straps attached to said rear exterior face adjacent said open top and wherein said second pair of straps have second ends which are free ends.  
     
     
         4 . A beach towel, back pack and pillow combination as recited in  claim 3 , including a pair of buckles adjustably connecting the free ends of said first pair of straps and said second pair of straps.  
     
     
         5 . A beach towel, back pack and pillow combination comprising: 
 a body member having an exterior front face, an exterior rear face, exterior sidewalls, an exterior bottom wall an open top and interior surfaces opposite said exterior front face and said exterior rear face, whereby said body member encloses an interior volume therein;    a pocket having a zippered opening therein, said pocket attached to said front face;    a flap member for partially covering said open top, said flap member having a first end and a second end;    said first end of said flap member affixed to said exterior rear face of said body member closely adjacent said open top;    said second end of said flap member terminating in a free end closely adjacent said pocket;    a fastener attached to said flap member at said second end;    a fastener receiver attached to said pocket;    a beach towel removably stored in said interior volume, said beach towel having a sector defined in a corner thereof, wherein said sector defines said interior surfaces.    
     
     
         6 . A beach towel, back pack and pillow combination as recited in  claim 5 , including a first pair of straps, said first pair of straps having first ends attached to said rear exterior face adjacent said bottom wall and wherein said first pair of straps have second ends which are free ends.  
     
     
         7 . A beach towel, back pack and pillow combination as recited in  claim 6 , including a second pair of straps, said second pair of straps attached to said rear exterior face adjacent said open top and wherein said second pair of straps have second ends which are free ends.  
     
     
         8 . A beach towel, back pack and pillow combination as recited in  claim 7 , including a pair of buckles adjustably connecting the free ends of said first pair of straps and said second pair of straps.