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This is your final warning for Christmas orders! I’m finding deliveries are slow everywhere so I really advise ordering this weekend for any chance of…
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I’m so excited to share my new washi tape! It was delayed in printing but arrived just in time for Christmas. I love washi tape…
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If you’ve still got Christmas shopping to do, you’re running out of time and this weekend would be a great time to get it finished.…
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I had a great day at Etsy Made Local on Saturday. Big thanks to everyone who came along and shopped or said nice things –…
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Hello December! Here’s what’s new, plus shopping offers and freebies. News and reminders I’m at the Etsy Made Local Christmas market today in Glasgow from…
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Double post as I was in Japan last time. Here’s a look back at my favourite stuff from the last two months. My 4 favourite…
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It’s the biggest shopping weekend of the year and my Black Friday offers last until midnight GMT on Monday! Buy 1 Get 1 Half Price…
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Etsy Made Local is back again this year, with Christmas markets taking place across the UK over the weekend of 1-2 December. I’ll be back…
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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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