Goodbye January! Even though I know Spring is still a long way away, I’m glad January is over. Also including some December stuff since I…
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I have been promising this for ages, so finally a look around my tiny studio! I took all these photos not long after the room was…
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The snow is all gone here, but you can still have snow in your home all year round as my Snowflake character is available on tons…
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I enjoyed Rebecca’s post at Hugs Are Fun about all her unfinished craft projects and thought I would do something similar. Unlike Rebecca, my issues…
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If you pre-ordered one of my new Ghost brooches then it will be in the post today and is finally revealed as Cotton Candy Ghost!…
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Since the Glitter Ghosts were so popular, I decided I would create more limited editions and the next one arrived this week. If you want…
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A new year and the first of my patterns is now available on-demand on lots of fun products. At Redbubble, there’s a big range of homeware, stationery, clothing…
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A few people said they’d like to know more about how I organise for a Japan trip so I’m sharing updates about what I’ve been doing. Read…
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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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