January 2013

Crafts

Minor Dressmaking

I had hoped to do some dressmaking over Christmas but I was never in the zone. And if I’m not in the zone, I’ll just…
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January 30, 2013

by Marceline
Crafts, Home Sweet Home

Badge Box Frame

I was sorting through my box of ‘things I need to do something with’ at the weekend and realised I should finish this. It’s basically…
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January 23, 2013

by Marceline
Shopping

Surprise!

I got this in the post the other day. A cute gift wrapped package from Aranzi Aronzo! There was no way it wouldn’t be good.…
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January 16, 2013

by Marceline
Me Me Me, Shopping

Christmas Gifts

I think I’ve just about received all my Christmas gifts now so I thought I’d share. The ones above are mostly from Claire, who made…
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January 15, 2013

by Marceline
Shopping

Nanoblocks

In my Tokyo Shopping Guide, I suggest Nanoblock kits as a good gift to bring back as they’re so cute and Japanese, but they’re starting to…
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January 10, 2013

by Marceline
Shopping

Lucky Me

I opened the door on Friday and had a box thrust at me by a Parcelforce delivery man. The box turned out to be from…
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January 8, 2013

by Marceline
Home Sweet Home

New Year New Pinboard

I am still working on Project Clearout but I am definitely over the worst. All the extra space and uncluttered surfaces are the biggest bonus…
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January 4, 2013

by Marceline
Japan

Japan Links #3

Another round-up of interesting Japan stuff I’ve been bookmarking. First, check out this super kawaii hotel room Joanna at Maqaroon found! Based on those cute…
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January 3, 2013

by Marceline

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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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