A clever £8 travel item could prove priceless for those taking a staycation this year.
Taking up next to no space in a bag or suitcase, this mini picnic blanket folds up into a pouch the size of a bank card.
Costing just over £8, the game-changing travel item expands to a size of 70 x 110cm, or 27.5 x 43.3 inches.
Made of a super soft nylon fabric, the mini picnic blanket is anti-scratch, dirt-resistant and waterproof, so it can be for both sitting on grass and the beach.
Its makers also state in the Amazon description that it doubles up as a child’s crawling mat, game pad, and sleeping pad, making it a super versatile item outside of your holidays.
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With over 200 five-star reviews, the mini picnic blanket has won praise from buyers.
One reviewer said: “I use mine to cover dirty, wet seats in public places and for sitting on the grass when it’s damp.
"Really handy item as it fits neatly into a pocket or bag and is easily washed.”
Another Amazon shopper added: “Perfect for popping in a bag and giving you somewhere dry to park your bum.
“Not huge but that's why it's so compact.
"Having said that it's surprising size-wise as on a bench or floor you can squeeze a couple on it.”
One other reviewer said the foldup blanket came in handy for two music festivals last summer.
“Very small and lightweight and makes sitting on the floor less dusty,” they said.
Earlier this month, a woman took to TikTok to boast about another clever find that helped her save space while packing.
The travel item was revealed by TikTok user Mrs Garn, who shows how to do "affordable, luxury travel".
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In her post, she revealed a tiny disk of compressed cloth that expands into a full-blown 70×140cm towel when it’s run under the tap.
The item has a 4.9-star review rating by users on the website Packing Made Simple, which describes the towel as a "lightweight and easy-to-carry towel, for those looking to lighten their suitcase or carry-on bag".
The travel towel costs £9.99 with £5.99 shipping in the UK.
