Handmade by Kansas artist Karrie Kaneda, these soft, thick throws are the perfect weight for a picnic blanket or an afternoon snooze under a tree. Made with natural dyes and pre-consumer cotton clippings. $150. See more colors and prints at www.ahappyhabitat.blogspot.com.

Not a trace of plastic graces this sturdy lunch tote. It’s made from heavy cotton, insulated with wool, and zips up with metal — old-school materials designed to last. $60 from www.lifewithoutplastic.com.

Who needs a trunk? These roomy, weather-resistant bike panniers increase your hauling power while taking the weight off your back. Easily detached, they can become a handsome tote at your destination, too. Made of 100 percent recycled materials. $60 at www.greengurugear.com.