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Nanoblocks
In my Tokyo Shopping Guide, I suggest Nanoblock kits as a good gift to bring back as they’re so cute and Japanese, but they’re starting to…
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Lucky Me
I opened the door on Friday and had a box thrust at me by a Parcelforce delivery man. The box turned out to be from…
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New Year New Pinboard
I am still working on Project Clearout but I am definitely over the worst. All the extra space and uncluttered surfaces are the biggest bonus…
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Japan Links #3
Another round-up of interesting Japan stuff I’ve been bookmarking. First, check out this super kawaii hotel room Joanna at Maqaroon found! Based on those cute…
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End of year favourites
Lacking a diskant to post on (or at least, anyone who would read it there), here are some of my favourite things of 2012. Not…
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Hello 2013
I have yet to do anything momentous in 2013 but I did check into my Animal Crossing town for probably the last time (since the…
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Goodbye 2012!
Well, 2012 is almost over – here’s a look back at what I got up to. JANUARY In January I started off the year working…
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New Year Redesign
Ever since I redesigned my shop, I’ve been trying to find the time to make my blog match. I had to wait until my Christmas…
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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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