My wish lists, recent purchases and shopping suggestions.

Vintage Ribbon from eBay Sadly my second lot as the first lot got lost somewhere across the ocean. Thankfully, the seller was awesome enough to…
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Don’t you love a good charity shop rummage? My favourites are the ones stuffed with randomness from floor to ceiling and managed by lovely gossipy…
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First in an infrequent series. Vintage ‘sparkle’ buttons from eBay During my vintage button drought panic, I hopped on to eBay and snapped up a…
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Bunnies, bunnies! I just LOVE bunnies and I can’t help myself. There are some bunny families who live in the campus I (used to) work…
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Or Things I Want (and can’t have). I used to do this on my other blog but I think I will do it here since…
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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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