News
All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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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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New Sticker Sheets & Wooden Pins
I’ve been promising new products and my shop update is now live with 4 new sticker sheets and some springtime pins. Sticker Sheets Considering the…
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March Favourites
March zipped past super fast! Here’s a look back at my favourite stuff from this month. My 4 favourite photos Follow me at @marcelinesmith, @averyquietstreet,…
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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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New, Back in Stock and Coming Soon
It’s the end of the tax year and I’m busy stocking up my cupboards and ordering a few new things too, so here’s what’s in…
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March News & Shopping Offers
Here’s a catch up on what’s new, plus shopping offers. News and Offers There’s 50% off fat quarters all week at my Spoonflower store, no…
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February Favourites
I can’t believe we’re coming up to a year of pandemic! Here’s a look back at my favourite stuff from this month. My 4 favourite…
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Lots Of Cute New Cards
I’ve added 4 new cards to my shops, plus some updated designs and offers. 4 New Cards It’s been ages since I added new card…
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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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