All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.

It’s technically summer time (though not around here!) and my new animal balloons are looking cute and colourful at Society6 and Redbubble. At Society6, you’ll find…
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Lots to catch up on! I’m also moving these monthly posts to the beginning of the next month for *reasons*. Fave 5 from the blog New…
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My new Onigiri rice balls pattern is available on all my on-demand sites. Zazzle have a huge range of fun products from gift wrap, tags and…
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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 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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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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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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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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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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