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

You’ll be glad to hear I have a new iPhone on order because the old one I am borrowing has completely broken me. After two…
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Running a bit late on my Zazzle updates but I finally found the time to add my new ice cream and ice lolly characters to…
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I mentioned last month that the Gingerbread Man hardback journal I ordered from Redbubble seemed to be taking ages to arrive and sadly it had…
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The happy onigiri rice ball from my latest free wallpapers is now available on lots of fun stuff at my on-demand partners. Over at my Society6 store,…
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And so my holiday month is over. This is a bit scrappy as I haven’t had much time and can’t remember much. Fave 5 from the…
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My newest stockist is Little & Fierce, a web store of ‘stylish accessories for kids with character’. There’s a few fun things for big kids…
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You might remember I bought one of the new all over print tees from Society6. Well, it finally arrived so let’s have a look. I chose…
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My new Ice Cream and Ice Lolly characters are now available on lots of cool stuff at my on-demand partners. Over at my Society6 store, you’ll…
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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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