I won’t have time to write about my Japan trip in detail until next year but I thought I’d share some quick day recaps again…
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I mentioned a few times that I was painting something for the Iona Craft Shop postcard art auction and it’s now open for bids! I…
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I’m back! We had a really great time in Japan and did so many fun things. Here’s a video with two 1-second clips from each…
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Hello November! Here’s what’s new, plus shopping offers and freebies. Japan Holiday! I am currently in Japan and won’t be back to work until 8th…
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Halloween is coming up fast! If you’re behind on your decorating, don’t forget my kawaii Halloween crafts and printables, all of which are free! Printable…
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Here’s what’s coming up if you join my Trouble Club on Patreon before the end of October. $1 Supporters Postcards From Japan – a series of daily…
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I’m getting ready to go to Japan at the weekend so here’s what’s happening while I’m away. Tomorrow: Last Shipping Day Tomorrow, Thursday 25th, is…
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I wasn’t sure I would get this done before Japan but I’m happy to say my new 2019 calendar design is now available at Spoonflower…
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