
I don’t even know what to say about this year as it’s been another weird and kind of exhausting one. I did get to do…
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Here’s a look back at what happened in December on my blog and social media. A reminder that I am also now using my shop…
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Thanks to my new Kallax unit, I had to change up my Christmas decorations a bit this year so made sure to take some photos.…
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Here’s a look back at what happened in November on my blog and social media. I also used all the experience from my past jobs…
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A new batch of favourites with a wish list of things I want plus some interesting links from around the web and what I’m up…
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Here’s a look back at what happened in October on my blog and social media. I hope you can read this because I have to…
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I haven’t been very crafty this year but I’ve been feeling more inspired lately so here’s a couple of fun things I’ve been working on.…
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My 2023 calendar design is now finished and it celebrates my 15th anniversary year with some of my most popular food and drink characters. I…
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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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