Creative Work
My latest products, designs and creative ideas.
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Trouble Club Rewards Preview – Cosy Home
Here’s what’s coming up in October if you join my Trouble Club on Patreon. This month’s theme is Cosy Home. With 2019 on its way out,…
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Japan Memories Patreon Projects
July was Japan Memories Month on my Patreon so let’s have a look back at what I was working on. It didn’t quite work out as planned…
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New: Happy Mail Collection & Sticker Sheets
There’s lots of new things coming to my shop this month, starting with sticker sheets, stamps and more. My Happy Mail characters have been popular…
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Trouble Club Rewards Preview – Spooky Autumn
Here’s what’s coming up in September if you join my Trouble Club on Patreon. This month’s theme is Spooky Autumn. With Halloween on the way, it’s…
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Summer Holiday Patreon Projects
July was Summer Holiday Month on my Patreon so let’s have a look back at what I was working on. It was quieter than usual as I…
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Trouble Club July Rewards Preview
Here’s what’s coming up if you join my Trouble Club on Patreon before the end of July. This month’s theme is Japan Memories. I need to…
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Apollo 11 50th Anniversary
If you know me at all, you know I’m a lifelong space nerd. July is the the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 – and humans…
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Work/Life Projects
June was Work/Life Month on my Patreon so let’s have a look back at what I was working on. New Designs & Products My two plans for…
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by Marceline
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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