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All the latest business news and what’s new in my shop.
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End of the month update: December
Woo, my final monthly update of 2010, although it’s a bit of a short one – I was too busy with shop and Christmas stuff.…
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End of the month update: November
Since I got back from Japan it has been FREEZING. Last night it was -10 degrees! At least we do have lots of snow to…
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Shop Update
You might have noticed my shop is just slightly different! I’ve been working on this for a while and decided to put it live yesterday.…
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End of the month update: October
I figured I best write this before I go as otherwise my brain will be full of JAPAN and I’ll never do it. And I…
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Spooky Wooky Window
Yesterday I took a train over to Edinburgh to install my spooky cute window display at Hannah Zakari. Rachael has been selling my stuff online…
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Trapped Ghost
Thought you might like to see this little trapped ghost I captured at the weekend! Don’t be fooled by his sad little face – he’s…
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End of the month update: September
I have managed to go swimming 3 times this month (and have biked there and back, hence the lack of coat). Having prescription goggles is…
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New Zazzle Shoes!
Apologies for the continuing blog silence – September has been so busy and all my spare time has been spent pleading with couriers to go…
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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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