Me Me Me
Posts about me and my creative life
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2019 Plans & Goals
I kind of forgot about my 2018 plans & goals so was surprised to discover I had achieved almost all of them! Let’s check back…
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Goodbye 2018
The world is still terrible but I had a pretty marvellous year. Let’s have a look back. January I started the year by looking back…
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Stationery Swap With Kaila / Rainbowholic
I met up with Kaila (of Rainbowholic) in Tokyo and we swapped gift packages and journals. Here’s a look at what I received, plus Kaila…
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Gift Guides For Cute Christmas Shopping
The holidays are coming up fast and this weekend is a great time to shop with Black Friday and Cyber Monday. If you’re looking for…
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Recent Purchases: September & October
Here’s a look at what I’ve been buying lately. I love my Christmas Catmas Tree pin by The Pink Samurai so obviously I had to…
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Recent Purchases: July & August
Here’s a look at what I’ve been buying lately. Let’s check in on my enamel pin collection first – and look at how warped the…
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Ghost Padlock Protector
I can’t believe I never blogged about my Ghost padlock protector! He’s just returned to his post on the shed after a trip to the…
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Recent Purchases: May & June
I’ve been allowing myself a few fun purchases this month so here’s what I’ve been buying. My Little Ghost is good friends with Spooky McCute…
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by Marceline
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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