All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.

Since there’s no Christmas markets this year, I’ve signed up for some online events with Indie Roller. The first one is tonight and I’ll have…
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All my calendar designs have been updated for 2021 and are available as all kinds of fun products. Here’s a round up of everything and…
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It’s officially spooky season and I have some new ghosts in store and Halloween offers. Halloween Stationery Mystery Bag Do you dare to open this…
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Here’s a catch up on what’s new, plus shopping offers and freebies. New in my shops Kawaii Clear Stamps Bundle – £35.00 Kawaii Bunny Emotions…
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Here’s a look back at my favourite stuff from September, another pretty quiet month of staying at home. My 4 favourite photos Follow me at…
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Changing suppliers always causes a bit of upheaval but I finally have all my wooden stamps in their new format and can bring back the…
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I’m very happy to add some new cross stitch patterns to my shop after many years! They’re a collaboration with Claire Brown XStitch and I…
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I’m very excited about today’s shop update with some new characters joining my polymer stamps, plus brand new clear stamp sets! Polymer Stamps There’s 7…
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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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