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New Japan Zines & Free Guides
I have 2 new-ish Japan zines available today, plus my Japan guides are now free to download. Postcards From Japan During my fifth trip to…
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How We Made Our Cross Stitch Patterns
This post was originally shared on Patreon but now I’m making it public. In 2020, I collaborated with Claire Brown XStitch for a series of…
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My Desks 2003-2021
This post was originally shared on Patreon but now I’m making it public. I was sorting through some photos and thought it would be fun to…
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Recent Crafts
As well as drawing for fun, I have been doing some crafting for fun so here’s 2 recent projects. Blossom Bunny I recently let all…
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How I Designed My Spring Flowers Repeat Patterns
This post was originally shared on Patreon but now I’m making it public. I love creating repeat patterns and here’s how I designed my Spring…
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Habit Tracker Update
One of my 2021 Plans & Goals was to start using a habit tracker and now that we’re a quarter through the year (how?!), I’m…
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May News & Shopping Offers
Here’s a catch up on what’s new, plus shopping offers. News and Offers My printable 2021 Calendar Bookmark for May & June is now available…
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April Favourites
April was pretty good with the end of lockdown, some lovely warm weather, my first visitor since August and the vaccine! Here’s a look back…
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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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