
I haven’t done one of these for ages! Here’s some of the fun things I’ve been buying, mostly from my recent trip to London. I…
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The kawaii motivation stickers I made for my Patreon were really popular so I’ve started adding some of the designs to my Society6, Redbubble & Zazzle…
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Here’s what’s new, plus shopping offers and freebies. News and reminders My Summer Sale has started! Get 25% off 50 products including stationery, pins, zines,…
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Here’s a look back at my favourite stuff from this month. My July in video My 4 favourite photos From my accounts @marcelinesmith, @averyquietstreet, @angelbunnytravels…
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One of my favourite souvenirs from my Japan trips are the stamps we collected at tourist sights, train stations and other random places. It really…
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Here’s what’s coming up if you join my Trouble Club on Patreon before the end of July. This month’s theme is Japan Memories. I need to…
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If you know me at all, you know I’m a lifelong space nerd. July is the the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 – and humans…
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June was Work/Life Month on my Patreon so let’s have a look back at what I was working on. New Designs & Products My two plans for…
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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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