Creative Work
My latest products, designs and creative ideas.
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Penny Black Christmas Window
You may remember I designed a logo and signage last year for Penny Black, a post office, gift shop and cafe in Glasgow run by friends…
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Tea Towel Calendar Contest
I’m so glad Spoonflower brought back the contests in time for tea towel calendars as otherwise I would no doubt have forgotten to design one…
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10 Years of MOO
Last week, I received two surprise packages from MOO marking their 10 year anniversary (and my Cake-iversary! It turns out that I was one of their…
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Inside My Kawaii Japan Surprise Box
If you didn’t buy one of my Kawaii Japan Surprise Boxes then here’s a look at what you missed, and which of the contents you can still…
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Asking For Trouble is 9 Years Old!
Can you believe it? I started Asking For Trouble back in the summer of 2007 and it’s still the most fun part of my life.…
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Mt Fuji Sashiko
Remember I was working on a new sashiko piece to go with my bunny kit? I finished it! When I was looking for ideas for…
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Coming Soon…
If you’re subscribed to my mailing list, you already know this but plans are afoot for something very exciting – my first surprise box! I’ve…
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Super Cute Box Reveal
Everyone should have received their boxes by now so let’s have a look at what I made for the March Super Cute Box. The box…
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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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