
My last day in York was spent almost entirely at the National Railway Museum – it was just that interesting! It was one of my…
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So here’s some stuff about my birthday trip to York. I had about 2.5 days there and it was freezing the whole time and snowed…
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All being well, I should be on a train to York just now. Hopefully I’m not spending my birthday snowed in on a train. You…
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Whenever someone buys my fabric from Spoonflower, I send them a quick message thanking them and asking to see any finished items. Whenever I get…
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Look! It’s a whole new product. I’ve been trying to eat healthier this year, and I’m terrible for eating food in the wrong use-by-date order…
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I was reading Memi The Rainbow’s blog the other day and she has the cutest displays in old type drawers. It finally inspired me to…
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Another round-up of interesting Japan things! For some unfathomable reason, I’ve never been to Mister Donut. I guess we were never near one at the…
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As expected, the weather hasn’t been ideal for photos but I’ve done my best. My IKEA Expedit is now finished and all decorated with decals…
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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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