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All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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New On-Demand Products
The best thing about selling on-demand is you never know what cool new products might get added to the range next. Here’s a few new…
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I’m off to Japan!
I’m heading off to Japan this week for the rest of the month (hurray!) so here’s what’s happening. Follow my adventures I plan to share lots of…
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Mt Fuji Dots On-Demand
Hopefully I’ll get a few glimpses of the real thing soon but, either way, my happy Mt Fuji pattern is available on all my on-demand sites. Society6…
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April Round Up
Goodbye April! Now it’s almost time for GOING TO JAPAN. Fave 5 from the blog New stuff in my shop Links I loved On my wish list…
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Happy Accident
A couple of weeks ago, I unpacked a new order of acrylic pieces from the laser cutters and realised my bananas were in the wrong…
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Afternoon Tea Gift Wrap
Back in 2010, I ordered my first two wrapping paper designs including Cakeify & Friends. That design was discontinued a couple of years ago, so…
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Vinyl Stickers are Back!
Ever since I joined Redbubble, my die cut vinyl stickers have been a runaway success. They’re probably the most purchased product of anything I’ve ever…
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Sakura Blossoms at Zazzle
There’s still little sign of spring here in Scotland, but you can find lots of blossoms in my Zazzle store including reversible pillows. The pattern looks…
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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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