7 Year-Round Uses for the Beach Blanket

Who’s that knocking on the door with a pumpkin spice latte? That’s right, the coziest season of all is just around the corner. And while we look forward to scenic foliage and cinnamon-infused everything, we can’t help but mourn the imminent end of our other favorite time of year: beach season. 

But moving on is a little easier when you can take a trusted old friend – like our beach blanket – along with you. Our customer-favorite isn’t just useful for those sandy, sunny days. In fact, there are countless ways you can use a beach blanket year-round. So settle in; it’s time to think outside the beach.

Picnic Blanket

Our customers love our beach blanket because, unlike terry-cloth versions, it doesn’t hold onto sand – or dirt, or grass or anything you might find at the park or in your backyard. That’s why the beach blanket is also the perfect picnic blanket. 

Plus, thanks to its ultra-thin profile, the beach blanket folds down super small, so you can slide it easily into your picnic basket – along with your charcuterie and Martinelli’s. Need some inspo for your fall picnic? Head over to Midwest Living for all the deets on a perfectly festive autumn-inspired al-fresco meal.

Stadium/Concert Seating

Outdoor amphitheater? Grassy seats at a baseball game? Count us in! There’s no better way to spend an early fall afternoon or evening than enjoying an event with family or friends – and the great outdoors, of course. 

If you’ll be taking in a concert or other event at an outdoor venue, we gotchu! Our beach blanket is the perfect size to snuggle with your sweetie (or sweeties – it’s large!). Plus, it’ll fit right in your purse or tote, so you’ll be hands free (or hands in the air if it’s a good show!). 

Backpacking Accessory

There are those of us who are outdoorsy, and those of us who are outdoorsy – and if you own a steel-framed backpack, you’re definitely the latter. That also means you know that when it comes to hauling your stuff for miles and miles, every ounce counts. 

That’s why our beach blanket is the perfect multi-purpose accessory for any backpacking trip. It’s ultralight and folds up super small, so you’ll still have room for your tent, sleeping bag and all those packets of dehydrated chili. Use the blanket for any of your backpacking needs – as a picnic blanket for mountainside lunch or keep it on standby for extra warmth by the fire. However you use it, you’ll be glad you brought it!

Emergency Kit 

Is this the year you finally check off your mental to-do list reminder to create an emergency kit to keep in your car? Along with the necessities – from Band-Aids and water to jumper cables and flares – you’ll want an extra blanket to throw on cold kids or lay out next to the car while you await help. 

National Safety Council provides a full list of emergency items to keep in your car, so head over there to make sure you’re prepared. 

Impromptu Outings

Of course, keeping your beach blanket in your trunk or cargo area is smart for reasons other than emergency preparedness! We like to keep one in our car just because they’re so useful in virtually any situation. Killing time with an impromptu park date? Grab your blanket for some clean and effortless seating. Forget your camp chairs or stadium seats at your kids’ soccer game? Send that blanket in, coach!

Table Cover

We’ve all been there. You find an empty picnic table at the park, but it’s covered in, well, probably things you don’t want to identify. That’s when your Geometry beach blanket comes in clutch! Our blanket works perfectly as a table cover when you’re in a pinch. 

Since it’s ultra-thin, the beach blanket is the perfect buffer between your dinnerware and whatever’s on that table, and helps you keep food, glasses and cutlery where they belong.

Car Seat Cover

If we haven’t yet convinced you to keep a beach blanket in your car, we’ll give it one more shot! We love throwing the blanket over our car seats after a particularly messy activity, whether that’s the beach, art class or soccer practice!

Keep your interior clean (or as clean as a family car’s interior can be) any time you need a little extra protection. 

The seasons might be changing soon, but there’s no way we’re retiring our trusted beach blankets. And if you don’t have one yet, it’s time to see what you’re missing! Head over to Geometry House for all our colorful prints.