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Asking For Trouble is the crafty pseudonym of Marceline Smith, an artist and designer based in Glasgow, Scotland. I make handmade accessories, art, stationery and gifts inspired by Japan.

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Tokyo Shopping Guide

My guide to shopping for crafts, fabric and kawaii in Japan

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Prettify is the theme I designed for Shopify and is perfect for artists and crafters.

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glasgow craft mafia

• Carrot Coriander
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people making things

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• A Dress A Day
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