My latest products, designs and creative ideas.
Now that I’m making exclusive products for my Trouble Club on Patreon, I’ve opened a new mini shop to sell the extras. The unexpected hit…
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March was Bunny Month on my Patreon so let’s have a look at some of the things I was working on. My main aim was…
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Almost a year after I started my 100 Days of Kawaii Characters project, I can finally show you what was inside the surprise box I…
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Here’s what’s coming up if you join my Trouble Club on Patreon before the end of March. I really enjoyed sharing my design process during Bunny…
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Continuing the series, let’s see what I was blogging about every March since 2008! 2008 March 2008 is when I opened my Etsy shop with…
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Continuing the series, let’s see what I was blogging about every February since 2008! 2008 February 2008 is very quiet on the blog as I…
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Here’s what’s coming up if you join my Trouble Club on Patreon before the end of February. It’s a good time to join as I’m starting to…
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One of the things I’ve been working on this month is sorting out my digital products so here’s a look at what’s new. 100 Days…
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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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