
Today is Free Shipping Day at Spoonflower where you can order as much fabric, wallpaper, decals and gift wrap rolls as you like and have…
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Just in time for Halloween, my trapped ghost is now available on lots of cool stuff at my on-demand partners. Over at my Society6 store, you’ll…
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Thanks again everyone who filled out my survey. It was very helpful and all your comments were very kind :) I’ll be taking note of…
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Since it’s almost Halloween, I’ve got some spooky cute new tote bags for sale! They’re sure to cheer up your grocery shopping this Autumn and…
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I’m sure no-one will be surprised to see who’s starring in this month’s wallpaper. My trapped ghost has been around for a long time, and…
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Goodbye September. You had the nicest weather of the whole year and now I suppose it really is Autumn. Fave 5 from the blog Making and…
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Last bit of catching up before my new wallpapers arrive on Thursday. My happy onigiri from September is looking cute on lots of stuff at Zazzle, particularly…
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A few people said they’d like to know more about how I organise for a Japan trip so I thought I would start a new…
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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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