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All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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Kawaii Japan Surprise Boxes & Enamel Pins
My Kawaii Japan surprise boxes went on sale an hour ago and there are still some left if you want one! They’re full of new…
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Ice Cream Cones at Zazzle
I’m so glad people have started buying party supplies from my Zazzle store – my Ice Cream Cones look so fun on paper cups, plates and napkins…
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Ice Cream Cones at Society6 & Redbubble
I haven’t had a single ice cream cone yet this Summer but there are plenty in my Society6 and Redbubble stores! At Society6, you’ll find everything you need for the…
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July Round Up
Goodbye July! You were not very summery. Fave 5 from the blog New stuff in my shops Reading My library got in a ton of new…
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Animal Balloons at Zazzle
We’ve finally had a taste of Summer and my Animal Balloons are looking cute and colourful in my Zazzle store. I always enjoy making reversible…
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Thortful Cards
I joined a new site recently so you can send my designs as personalised greetings cards. You’d think the last thing I needed was another…
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Free Shipping Day at Spoonflower
Today is Free Shipping Day at Spoonflower where you can order as much fabric, wallpaper, decals and gift wrap rolls as you like and have…
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Custom Necklaces & Brooches
Sometimes people ask if I can make something custom for them and quite often I can. Two people had really fun ideas recently that turned out so…
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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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