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  • Tiny Frames

    Tiny Frames

    I bought these tiny 3″ frames in IKEA* a few weeks ago, because CUTE and also £1.50. I had no idea what to put in…

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  • Penny Black Opens Today!
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    Penny Black Opens Today!

    If you’re anywhere near the West End of Glasgow today, you need to pop into Penny Black, the new Post Office, cafe and gift shop…

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  • Exciting Mail Week
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    Exciting Mail Week

    There’s nothing like getting something exciting in the post, especially when you’re not expecting it. Doubly so, if it’s surprise marshmallow ghosts! These are made by…

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  • Recent Purchases

    Recent Purchases

    I haven’t been buying a whole lot lately, as I’ve been spending all my money on restock for Christmas and buying 10 different types of…

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  • How do my on-demand products hold up?
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    How do my on-demand products hold up?

    Since I’ve bought and been gifted quite a few of my products from DENY Designs, Society6 and Zazzle, I thought it might be interesting to…

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  • Kitchen Shopping

    Kitchen Shopping

    I was in Glasgow last week and pretty much all I bought were things for the kitchen. I really love having my very own kitchen…

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  • I Still Love Maps

    I Still Love Maps

    I mentioned previously that my ginormous bedroom is hilariously empty. This is the view from my bed in weird panorama format. I didn’t even need…

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  • Six Months

    Six Months

    I realised last week that I have been living in Helensburgh for six months! I’ve really settled in here and still love it a lot.…

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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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