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All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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New Pattern: Liquorice Allsorts (up to 40% off!)
This week’s Sunday pattern features those Liquorice Allsorts I’ve been working on and is now available in my on-demand stores. These were an early favourite…
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Shop News
While there haven’t been any big new product launches this month, there are some smaller bits of news I haven’t shared yet so let’s catch…
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New Pattern: Rainy Day Umbrellas (Free Shipping Worldwide)
This week’s Sunday pattern is a day early since there’s a free shipping worldwide offer and discounts today. You’ve already seen these umbrellas twice before…
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Why You Should Stay On – Or Join! – My Mailing List
You’re probably sick of the initials GDPR as businesses scramble to get ready for new EU data protection regulations coming into force next week. More…
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New Spoonflower Fabric & On-Demand Offers
I’ve been adding my new patterns regularly to my on-demand stores and now they’re available at Spoonflower too. It takes a little longer as I…
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New Pattern: Ice Lollies (Free Worldwide Shipping!)
This week’s Sunday pattern features my Ice Lollies and is now available in my on-demand stores. I’ve already made patterns with my Ice Cream characters…
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May News & Shopping Offers
Hello May! Here’s what’s new this month plus shopping offers and freebies. News and reminders There’s a new free printable calendar bookmark for May & June. Join my…
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April Links, Lists & Reviews
Goodbye April! Here’s a look back at my favourite stuff. My 4 favourite photos From @marcelinesmith & @averyquietstreet on Instagram (L-R, top-bottom) Fave 5 from the blog…
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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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