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All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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New Fabric Designs
I love designing new repeat patterns, but hate waiting for the test swatches to arrive from Spoonflower. Hopefully their new Berlin office will speed that…
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Afternoon Tea at Society6 & Redbubble
It’s teatime at Society6 and Redbubble and my new Afternoon Tea pattern is looking super sweet on all the products, especially mugs! Over at Society6, you’ll…
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February Round-Up
Goodbye February! You were very cold and quite boring. Please can we have spring now? Fave 5 from the blog in February Links I Loved…
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Little Ghosts at Zazzle
It took quite a while, but my new Little Ghost patterns are now available at Zazzle on tons of cute stuff. No-one has ever ordered…
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Little Ghosts at Society6 & Redbubble
I was pretty excited about uploading my new ghost patterns to my on-demand stores and everything looks as cute as I hoped! The multi-colour version…
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January Round Up
Goodbye January! Even though I know Spring is still a long way away, I’m glad January is over. Also including some December stuff since I…
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Snowflakes at Zazzle
The snow is all gone here, but you can still have snow in your home all year round as my Snowflake character is available on tons…
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Cotton Candy Ghost Brooches
If you pre-ordered one of my new Ghost brooches then it will be in the post today and is finally revealed as Cotton Candy Ghost!…
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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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