
2020 is really turning out to be the year for completing old craft projects and now my window seat is finally finished too! A quick…
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I’m very happy to add some new cross stitch patterns to my shop after many years! They’re a collaboration with Claire Brown XStitch and I…
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I’m very excited about today’s shop update with some new characters joining my polymer stamps, plus brand new clear stamp sets! Polymer Stamps There’s 7…
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Here’s a look back at my favourite stuff from the last couple of months. My 4 favourite photos My book and my plush collection Avocados…
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Usually in the middle of the year, I do a post to see how I’m getting on with my new year plans and goals. This…
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My Patreon is still chugging along, though things have obviously been shaken up a bit by everything going on. The money you pay though Patreon…
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I’ve added a new design to my print-on-demand stores with kawaii cupcakes. This is another set of illustrations I created for my book, The Super…
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Here’s another update about my Animal Crossing New Horizons island, Neptune. Video Tour Since I got a 5 star island rating and a gold HHA trophy…
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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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