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What’s On Our Japan Itinerary?
This time next week, we’ll be in Japan! Here’s 8 new things we have planned for this trip. Character Cafes Character cafes were barely a…
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11 Years of Blogging: October
Continuing the series, let’s see what I was blogging about every October since 2007! 2007 October 2007 finds me in a similar position to 2018…
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Recent Purchases: September & October
Here’s a look at what I’ve been buying lately. I love my Christmas Catmas Tree pin by The Pink Samurai so obviously I had to…
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Plan Your Japan Trip: Packing
This series of blog posts will help you with every step of planning your own Japan trip. I’m winding this up tas I’m off to Japan next…
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New Japan Zine + Last Chance For Custom Stamps
My Japan Favourites Zine My new Japan zines just arrived so it’s now available to buy as a print zine (£3) or digital PDF (£2). It’s…
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New: Wooden Pins + Surprise Box Update
My new wooden pins finally turned up after a scenic jaunt around the UK. I’m so happy with them and excited to show you. The…
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Cute Ghosts For Halloween
Since I’m off to Japan for Halloween, you need to get your orders in earlier than usual. I’ll be sending out my last orders on…
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Plan Your Japan Trip: Going Solo
This new series of blog posts will help you with every step of planning your own Japan trip. This time: what’s it’s like travelling solo rather than…
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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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