Crafts
My crafty makes and projects involving sewing, paper cutting, printmaking and more.
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Cute Christmas Collaboration
I love to collaborate with other creative folks. Some of the most fun things I’ve designed have come about through brainstorming with clients and friends.…
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The First Tunic Top
Here, finally, are some pics of the tunic top I sewed from One-Piece Dresses and Tunics. It turned out well in the end, but it…
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Sewing Plans
As part of my clearout, I had another look through my fabric crate and found quite a few unfinished projects. While I am guilty of…
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Productivity Week & Pocket Ghosts
For some reason, I have been extremely productive the last week. Friday was particularly crazy – I woke up with a new product idea and…
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Scrapbook
I’m not a fan of scrapbooking as a hobby requiring an aisle of Hobbycraft’s worth of patterned paper, glitter glue and 3D stickers, but sticking…
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Angel Bunny Tapestry
Yay, so I finished my Angel Bunny tapestry. It was actually done really quickly – just under four weeks! – but I’ve been waiting on…
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Coming Soon: Mini Pillow Kits!
Sometimes even I get bored of keeping secrets so here’s a peek at something that will be available later this Summer – mini pillow kits!…
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What am I stitching now?
As previously mentioned, I am now working on my own tapestry design. I started designing it before I’d even finished my first kit and it’s…
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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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