I was thinking about my free Easter garland recently and decided to make matching patterns with the characters. Look how cute they turned out! Obviously,…
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Since my birthday was on a Saturday this year, I thought I should go away but not too far since it always snows. So I…
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I added lots of new patterns to my Spoonflower store recently and they’ve all been swatched and made available for sale. You’ll recognise them from…
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Ordering small amounts of seasonal badges is starting to be a regular thing and now I’ve continued it into spring. Since most of my badge…
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It really is starting to feel like spring is here so I decided to change up my mantelpiece display to more of a springtime theme. That of…
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Society6 sent me a voucher recently in return for filling out a survey so I decided to order one of the new notebooks and see what…
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Daffodils are my favourite flower and have been showing up in shops for a few weeks now even through spring is barely happening yet. I’m…
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My new Lucky Clover character is now available on lots of fun stuff via my on-demand partners, plus there’s a new repeat pattern too. I…
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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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