News
All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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Planning For Japan – My New Guide Book!
It’s just over four weeks until I head to Japan (eek!) and you can take advantage of my extensive planning with my new Japan guide!…
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New Pencil Cases + Fabric News
I’ve just added some new pencil cases to my shops as they’ve been proving popular. The Cookie Cute design sold out quite quickly so they’re back…
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Sakura Blossoms at Society6 & Redbubble
It’s springtime at Society6 and Redbubble with my Sakura flower and blossom pattern looking very pretty on all the products. How sweet is this scarf?…
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March Round Up
Goodbye March! You were quite fun, but I’m very ready for April. Fave 5 3 from the blog in March New Stuff Links I Loved Reading My True…
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New Coin Purses
As promised, I have some new coin purses in the shop! These ones feature my first set of characters – Cakeify the happy cupcake, Jammie Dodger…
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Glow in the Dark Ghost Brooches
It’s my birthday today, and to celebrate I’m releasing my newest ghost brooch variant – glow in the dark! I had a test one made…
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Afternoon Tea at Zazzle
My new Afternoon Tea pattern is now available at Zazzle on tons of cute stuff. It’s always nice when one of my designs works on memo…
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Super Cute Box Available Now
As I have been hinting lately, I created some products for the next Super Cute Box! I was super excited to be asked, especially when I heard…
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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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