April was pretty good with the end of lockdown, some lovely warm weather, my first visitor since August and the vaccine! Here’s a look back…
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This was originally posted on my Patreon in April 2021 and I’m moving the series over to my blog. It has a wish list of…
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I shared some of the cute stuff I got for my birthday but there’s more – and I bought a few things for myself too…
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I finished all my spring designs so it’s time to move on to summer themes. Teru Teru Bozu are handmade Japanese dolls that are hung…
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Here’s some more drawings I did entirely for fun that I probably won’t use for anything. You can read part one here. I’ve been doing…
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I’ve been promising new products and my shop update is now live with 4 new sticker sheets and some springtime pins. Sticker Sheets Considering the…
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I haven’t had much time for personal blogging so here’s what I’ve been up to lately, including my birthday! I never expected to have a…
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I get so caught up in creating things for products and clients that sometimes I forget that I’m allowed to draw for fun too! While…
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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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