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All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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5 Year Diaries for 2016!
It’s that time of year again and new editions of my 5 Year Diaries are available for 2016-2020. This year’s design features my 5 A…
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New Fabric Pencil Cases
I’ve been promising new pencil cases for a while and now they’re here! My mum has been busy sewing these up and they’re the perfect size…
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Cookie Cute at Society6 + Redbubble
Slightly easier month for me as all my Cookie Cute characters are already available at Society6 and Redbubble. None of them are on Zazzle yet…
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October Round Up
Goodbye October! At least we get to send you off in fine style with Halloween tomorrow. Warning: This is a super long blog post as I…
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2016 Calendar Posters
It’s definitely too early to talk about 2016, but with on-demand it’s always good to make things available so that you can take advantage of all…
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New! Christmas Cards
Sorry Christmas haters, but it is time. The clocks have gone back, it’s getting quite chilly and people are already shopping for Christmas. If you like…
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New Products On-Demand
Just a quick news update about some of the new products you can find at my on-demand partners. Society6 just added travel mugs to their…
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Spooky Wooky Zazzle + up to 60% off!
I’ve been busy updating my Zazzle store for Halloween. My trapped ghost from this month’s wallpapers is looking super sad on lots of stuff and will be…
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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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