The day has arrived and my zine distro is now open! Please head over to pushpin zines where you’ll find a large selection of fabulous…
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I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to share one of my favourite purchases from Japan, The Bunny Sushi Guide!. I bought it from…
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Design Festa is a huge weekend event in Tokyo for art, craft and design that I’ve been lucky enough to attend twice. It’s crammed full…
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The first time we looked around Tokyo Station in 2008 (to find something to eat), it was a building site. On our next trip, it…
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Okay, don’t get too excited – it’s not me that’s going to be on the BBC but one of my photographs! I do get my…
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April has been pretty dull really. My hand healed up a lot but it still hurts when I do stuff so I’ve been staying at…
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Hello! I’m Marceline Smith, the designer and owner of Asking For Trouble. I create illustrated stationery, accessories and gifts using my cute characters inspired by Japanese kawaii. This is my business and personal blog where I write about my creative doings, inspirations, travels, Japan trips and daily life. Read more »
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