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Fun fact: Did you know that in Japan (and in other countries in Asia, too) they have two days to celebrate love? Valentines Day on February 14, and another a month later on March 14 called White Day. Traditionally, the girls give the guys little chocolates, candies or cakes (especially the homemade variety) on Valentines Day, and on White Day, the men reciprocate… although usually with something bought.

Another fun fact: I sketched up a series of different food groups as kawaii quilt blocks over two years ago featuring adorable little eyes… hence the kawaii (which means ‘cute’ in Japanese ...

I’ve had some requests for more paper pieced woodland animals and you know how much I love designing animals!

I love this goofy weasel. He would work great with my other CUTE CRITTERS.

Here is a BADGER that I designed for my friend Wendy.

And this BADGER FACE has more detail and could be used by my fellow Wisconsin Bucky Badger fans.

I used this BADGER FACE for a TOTE BAG. The pattern to sew this tote can be found in my CUTE AND CLEVER TOTES book.

Thanks to my fun customers ...

If you could see what the potholders in my house looked like….. oh boy would I be embarrassed! Lets just say that Jace does a good percentage of the cooking in our house and he is not too worried about whether or not the potholders look good.  I’ve given up, so to speak, and instead I’m just happy he helps make supper most nights!

I do, however, have some pretty potholders that I take out when I want the kitchen to look good! Take a look at my Potholder Posse!

Five different potholder designs from the super easy ...