Opossum and Raccoon Love Blanket: You're Weird, I'll Keep You

Opossum and Raccoon Love Blanket shows two critters holding paws, with “YOU'RE WEIRD” across the top and “I'LL KEEP YOU” across the bottom. The words are a teasing confession that lands as sweet, and they give the scene its humor. This one is for couples and close friends who speak in inside jokes.

Artwork and lettering

The opossum stands on the left with a long, ringed tail curling behind it and a pale, pointed face turned toward its partner. Its eyes are wide and its whiskers are drawn in fine strokes. To the right, the raccoon stands upright with its dark eye mask, round ears, and a striped tail that sweeps out to the edge of the print. The two are clasping hands in the middle, and a small red heart floats above them as the only splash of color. The lettering is a bold, chunky brown typeface, with “YOU'RE WEIRD” arched over the top and “I'LL KEEP YOU” set in a straight line along the bottom. The pencil-style hatching on the animals gives the whole picture a hand-drawn, woodcut feel. Together the lettering frames the critters so the pair reads as a little love story. The overall style is cartoonish and friendly rather than glossy.

Made for this crowd

This print speaks to people who find affection easier to express through a joke. Partners who tease each other about small habits will recognize the tone right away. The raccoon and opossum pairing also appeals to anyone who loves unusual animals and quirky humor. Friends who share an odd sense of humor will likely enjoy it too, since the line reads as warm rather than romantic. It is a good match for someone who would rather be called weird than be told something overly sentimental.

Moments it suits

The blanket is a natural pick for a Valentine's Day surprise, an anniversary, or a housewarming for a couple who is just getting settled. It also works as a thoughtful gift for a best friend who always makes you laugh. Pick the Fleece Throw Blanket or Sherpa Throw Blanket for a cozy movie night on the couch, or the Fleece Blanket or Sherpa Blanket for the bed. Wrapping up together while sharing a show is a fun way to enjoy the joke every evening.