Marceline
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Take a step back
The previous dress being technically a prototype, I am now at work on the real thing, using one of my many pretty vintage pillowcases. Since…
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A Dress
I made a dress! Okay, maybe more of a tunic top but still a wearable dress-like piece of clothing. I think this definitely illustrates that…
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What did I get in the mail this week?
First in an infrequent series. Vintage ‘sparkle’ buttons from eBay During my vintage button drought panic, I hopped on to eBay and snapped up a…
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Wishlist (Etsy bunny edition)
Bunnies, bunnies! I just LOVE bunnies and I can’t help myself. There are some bunny families who live in the campus I (used to) work…
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Small Progress
It’s almost time for me to pack up and leave my desk job (who am I kidding – I have packed up everything already!) and…
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Badge / Button / Pin
Gavin Lucas writes for Creative Review, my favourite design magazine, and I first heard about this book on their blog. I filed it away in…
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Back to work
Sorry, it’s been a bit quiet here. Things have been ticking along but nothing major has been getting done. I have just two more weeks…
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Tokyo extras: Mori Art Museum
A few extra Tokyo posts coming up that don’t fit into the main shopping guide. Although we were organising everything ourselves this time (last time…
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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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