Just a quick update on what’s new with my shops. Polymer Stamps Lots of characters have been going out of stock but now they’re all…
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I like to visit gardens wherever I go in the world and that goes double for Japan! Japanese gardens are always so beautiful, quiet and…
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Another round up of stuff I’ve been buying. As you know, Easter is my favourite holiday so it was impossible to resist buying The Pink…
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Redbubble sent me a voucher so I decided to order a couple of t-shirts. I already own a Space Brothers anime-inspired design so I knew the sizing…
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If you’re visiting the Sky Tree (and it’s really worth it!) save some time, energy and cash for nearby Tokyo Solamachi. It’s a big complex…
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I’ve been very busy over the last couple of months and have now finished a brand new edition of my popular Tokyo Shopping Guide! The…
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It’s still a small thrill every day when I get sales notifications from Zazzle, Redbubble, Spoonflower and Society6. Designing on-demand products is really fun, but…
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After the manufacturers messed up my Little Ghosts last year, I lost interest in designing enamel pins for a while. My own collection has kept growing…
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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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