News
All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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New at Spoonflower + Sprout Patterns & Roostery
I added lots of new patterns to my Spoonflower store recently and they’ve all been swatched and made available for sale. You’ll recognise them from…
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New Seasonal Badges
Ordering small amounts of seasonal badges is starting to be a regular thing and now I’ve continued it into spring. Since most of my badge…
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Society6 Notebook Review
Society6 sent me a voucher recently in return for filling out a survey so I decided to order one of the new notebooks and see what…
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Lucky Clover Now Available On-Demand
My new Lucky Clover character is now available on lots of fun stuff via my on-demand partners, plus there’s a new repeat pattern too. I…
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February Round Up
Goodbye February! You were very productive but I’m ready for signs of springtime. My 4 favourite photos from my Instagram (L-R, top-bottom). So little to…
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New Patterns On-Demand
I mentioned in my colouring in post that I had made my iPad donut drawings into a pattern for my on-demand stores and I carried…
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January Round Up
My 4 favourite photos from my Instagram (L-R, top-bottom) Fave 5 from the blog New stuff in my shops Li.st highlights Reading On My Wish List…
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New Sticker Sheets
I’ve been surprised at just how popular my little MOO sticker sheets have been so I decided to invest in some bigger and better stickers.…
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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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