Posts about me and my creative life

Okay, so here is everything else that’s in my bag. Even with new windows, there still isn’t much light about sorry. In the picture (sort…
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THREE YEARS EVERYONE. Can you believe it? March 1st 2008 was my first day of freedom after quitting my job for full time self-employment. I…
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What with Project Clearout well under way, I now have some clear spaces in my room! Most of what you see here was like this…
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My mum came for a visit this weekend and helped me with Project Clearout. After a couple of hard working days I can now see…
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Or twenty-eleven, as I am finding it hard to call you. Which is annoying as 2011 is the Year of the Rabbit and I am…
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2010 has been a busy old year, so it’s nice to look back and see what I got up to. JANUARY January found me rather…
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A little bonus What I Wore drawing from the epic journey home from Tokyo. I got up at 6am Tokyo time, flew across the world…
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So, it’s December and you better have started your Christmas shopping! If anyone’s thinking of buying me a gift, then here are some things I…
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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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