On-Demand News
All the news and offers from my licensing partners.
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New Print-On-Demand Products
My print-on-demand partners have been adding some fun new products to their ranges and I’ve been busy getting my characters and patterns added to them. Let’s have…
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Kawaii Crepe & Dango
While updating all the designs in my print-on-demand stores for new products (more on that soon), I realised a few characters should get their own…
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Kawaii Heart Hugs
I’ve got a new Heart Hugs illustration and pattern in my print-on-demand stores that’s sure to make everything a little better. This hugging heart was…
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Sunny Days Pattern
I’ve got a new Sunny Days illustration and pattern in my print-on-demand stores that’s perfect for summer. This is a very old pattern from 2017…
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Kawaii Snail Mail Pattern
I’ve got a new kawaii Snail Mail pattern in my print-on-demand stores for everyone who likes sending things in the post. This was my starting…
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Kawaii Teru Teru Bozu On-Demand
I finished all my spring designs so it’s time to move on to summer themes. Teru Teru Bozu are handmade Japanese dolls that are hung…
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Kawaii Bunny Rabbits On-Demand
Early last year I was busy working on ideas from past Patreon experiments and turning them into patterns and artwork for my print-on-demand stores too.…
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Kawaii Pastel Candy Hearts On-Demand
I made a ditsy hearts pattern back in 2012 that was only ever on Spoonflower. I think we maybe used it in The Super Cute…
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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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