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Kawaii Motivation at Society6, Redbubble & Zazzle
The kawaii motivation stickers I made for my Patreon were really popular so I’ve started adding some of the designs to my Society6, Redbubble & Zazzle…
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New Fabric Patterns & Tiny Prints
My latest batch of fabric swatches from Spoonflower arrived so here’s what’s new in my store. These new patterns have all been created as part…
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Happy Pencils On-Demand
It was Snail Mail month at my Patreon in April and I made some new patterns and designs with the Happy Pencils from my 100…
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Spring Flowers Pins & Patterns
Winter always seems to last forever here in Scotland but I’m trying to bring springtime a little closer with my new Spring Flowers pins and…
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2019 Tea Towel Calendars + Free Shipping Offer
I wasn’t sure I would get this done before Japan but I’m happy to say my new 2019 calendar design is now available at Spoonflower…
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New Fabric on Spoonflower + 15% Autumn Sale
There’s a whole load of new patterns in my Spoonflower store for fabric, wallpaper and gift wrap. 100 Days of Kawaii Characters If you were…
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New Pattern: Kawaii Japanese Snacks (up to 40% off!)
My 100 Day Project may be over but Pattern Sundays are here to stay! I still have a list of patterns I want to create…
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New Pattern: Cute Cats & Kawaii Kittens (up to 40% off!)
This week’s Sunday pattern is the last for my 100 Day Project and features something I’ve wanted to draw for years, cats! It’s now been…
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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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