
Time for a new paper craft tutorial to help you make cards and decorations featuring my cute characters! Want to make sure you don’t miss one? Join my…
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My Volcano from last month’s paper craft tutorial is now available on lots of fun stuff via my on-demand partners. How much do you want…
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My previous visit to Kew Gardens was in 2008 so it seemed like a good time to go back. I love a big garden and…
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Goodbye July. You were full of holidays and now I have a lot of work to do. My 4 favourite photos from my Instagram (L-R,…
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I wish I could remember to do these more often but better late than never! Here’s a few more of your cute photos of my…
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I’m so behind on my blogging, thanks to two trips and a nasty illness. Let’s go back a few weeks when I went to London…
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A couple of weeks ago, I showed you some of the patterns and kaleidoscopes I made with the Amaziograph app. Of course, I couldn’t just…
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Last time I blogged about my enamel pins, I had only filled up part of a small frame. I soon filled up the rest so…
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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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