My latest products, designs and creative ideas.
All my calendars have been updated for 2025 + vote for my new design in the annual tea towel contest
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My 2023 calendar design is now finished and it celebrates my 15th anniversary year with some of my most popular food and drink characters. I…
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Asking For Trouble turned 15 this month and my shop update is finally happening with lots of cute new things and bargain seconds. This is…
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I’ve finished the 15 unique mini paintings for Asking For Trouble’s 15th anniversary and they’ll be available to buy soon. Here’s Part 1 & Part…
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On to the next stage in the process of making mini paintings for Asking For Trouble’s 15th anniversary next month. Here’s Part 1 if you…
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I’m planning some special things for Asking For Trouble’s 15th anniversary next month and I thought I’d share some of the process of my mini…
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The Cat Cupcake from my 2022 calendar is now available on lots of fun products in my print-on-demand stores, and they brought some friends too.…
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As promised, a look at some of my process in re-drawing and simplifying my Pineapple character and turning it into a repeat pattern. I drew…
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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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