Posts about me and my creative life

As promised, here’s a full review of the Redbubble socks I ordered recently. It was tough to choose from my almost-100 designs but I went…
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I’ve been buying so much cute and cool stuff lately that I’ve had to hold some things back for a separate post. Let’s have a…
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Ever since I got my new bag, I’ve had so many places to be so here’s what’s currently in my bag for all those trains,…
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Here’s a few things I’ve bought lately, and some gifts too. I love my new bag from Cath Kidston so much! I’ve been using my…
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We’re more than half way through 2019 so I thought I should check in on the plans and goals I set in January to see…
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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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Long-time readers will remember the Day in the Life posts I used to share – and now there’s a zine! Day in the Life was…
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When I was putting together my 11 Years of Blogging post, I noticed a post from last May that is very similar to how I’m…
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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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