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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 November! Here’s what’s new, plus shopping offers and freebies. Japan Holiday! I am currently in Japan and won’t be back to work until 8th…
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I’m getting ready to go to Japan at the weekend so here’s what’s happening while I’m away. Tomorrow: Last Shipping Day Tomorrow, Thursday 25th, is…
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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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My Japan Favourites Zine My new Japan zines just arrived so it’s now available to buy as a print zine (£3) or digital PDF (£2). It’s…
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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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