News
All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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New Stockist: October31st
If you wish it was Halloween all year round*, you’re going to love my newest stockist! October31st is a UK-based online store dedicated to everything…
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New Enamel Pins: Happy Apple & Mt Fuji Hugs
I love designing (and collecting!) enamel pins so I’ve been excited for two new ones to arrive. Want to meet them? Mt Fuji Hugs A…
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Valentine’s Day Cards & Gifts
Valentine’s Day is coming up very soon! If you’re looking for cards or gifts for your sweetheart, best friend or just yourself, here’s some ideas…
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February News & Shopping Offers
Hello February! Here’s what’s new this month plus shopping offers and freebies. News and Reminders Get your free printable calendar bookmark for February by joining my…
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My January Links, Lists & Reviews
It’s a new year, so I’ve changed a few things around for these posts. I’ll share my video on Instagram later. My 4 favourite photos…
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Price Freeze – What’s Going Up?
It’s the last week to take advantage of my Price Freeze before I raise some of my prices on February 1st. I have updated my…
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Cute Clouds at Society6 & Redbubble
My first new patterns of the year feature some cute clouds and are now available on-demand. Society6 Both the happy clouds and happy and sad…
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2018 Calendar Printable Bookmarks
I’ve had quite a few people mention that they’re using my 2018 calendar postcards in their journals and planners. Now that they’re sold out, I’ve…
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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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