Sometimes people email me with brilliant ideas and these new Happy Face polymer stamps are one of them. I can completely relate to the wish…
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I’ve probably said it a million times before, but I love having a mantelpiece. My springtime mantelpiece display stayed up all through the summer, but…
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My 2018 calendars are now all available on-demand as posters, mugs, notebooks and stickers! Redbubble The best value buys are at Redbubble with even a…
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I’m trying to do these more regularly so here’s what I’ve been buying recently. As always, I have been adding more enamel pins to my…
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2018 calendar postcards are now in my shops, if you’re feeling organised. They make great New Year cards to send to friends, or to stick…
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I think everyone has received their surprise box by now (if not, you should probably email me), so let’s reveal what was inside. It’s always…
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I’m seeing a lot more Halloween characters popping up in my sales notifications so here’s a round-up of what’s available in my on-demand stores. Evil…
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I was pretty gutted to discover that I missed the annual Spoonflower tea towel calendar contest for the first time ever. It was a few…
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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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