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Type Drawer Project
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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Japan Links #5
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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Fun with Decals Part 2
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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Decals and Wallpaper
I was hoping to have a post today about my finished Expedit unit, all decorated with my newly arrived Spoonflower decals, but I’ve only done…
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Five Years!
It’s five years since I handed in my notice for the freelance life! I feel really lucky that I get to make a living designing…
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Fun with the iBookstore
My Kawaii Japan book has finally been accepted by Apple’s iBookstore, after 3 rejections. My Tokyo Shopping Guide was accepted everywhere first time so I…
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Japan Links #4
First off, there’s a new Japan zine in my shop! Rather flatteringly, it was inspired by my own zines which is awesome as I wish…
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Recently…
A little photo update. The weather has been seesawing between freezing/gloomy and bright/sunny. Luckily, I have mostly managed to schedule my free days accordingly. Even though…
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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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