askingfortrouble

Original cute characters inspired by Japanese kawaii

Helensburgh, United Kingdom
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Announcement    I am currently shipping orders twice a week, usually on Mondays & Fridays. International delivery dates shown by Etsy are ESTIMATES based on delivery to your country's border - please allow extra time for customs and domestic delivery. Realistic delivery times are 1-3 working days in the UK and 5-14 working days internationally. During busy times of year it can take up to 12 working days for UK mail and 6 weeks internationally. Tracked upgrades are available - I use Tracked 24 in the UK and Tracked Airmail internationally. A signature is not required.

PRICES INCLUDE UK SHIPPING (as preferred by Etsy) so I have added many bundle/pick & mix offers to save you money - if you prefer to see shipping as a separate cost before checkout, I have my own website.

EU CUSTOMERS (and some international customers) will now be charged new taxes at checkout so that you can avoid paying additional handling fees on delivery. You may still be charged customs fees/import duty depending on the value and contents - this is set and collected by your government and information will be available on their website.

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Hello! I create accessories, stationery and gifts with my original kawaii characters and illustrations. The full range includes badges, cards, notepads, pins, stamps, stickers, zines and more!

My regular shipping days are now Mondays and Fridays, plus occasional Wednesdays during busy times (e.g. Christmas), but I am one person so occasionally I need an extra day or 2. Once shipped, UK orders usually arrive in 1-3 working days, international in 5-14 working days, but please allow 21 days in case of delays due to holidays, customs checks, adverse weather etc.

For more about me, read my blog at blog.askingfortrouble.co.uk where I post regularly about art & crafts, Japan, kawaii, my self-employed life and more. You can also join my mailing list for exclusive free printables & wallpapers and special offers/discounts. http://eepurl.com/b2O-/

My kawaii fabric designs are also available on Etsy via Spoonflower's store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/search?q=Marcelinesmith

If you read this far, a special tip - if you ask me to draw something on your order form I usually will!

Announcement

Last updated on Jan 1, 2024

I am currently shipping orders twice a week, usually on Mondays & Fridays. International delivery dates shown by Etsy are ESTIMATES based on delivery to your country's border - please allow extra time for customs and domestic delivery. Realistic delivery times are 1-3 working days in the UK and 5-14 working days internationally. During busy times of year it can take up to 12 working days for UK mail and 6 weeks internationally. Tracked upgrades are available - I use Tracked 24 in the UK and Tracked Airmail internationally. A signature is not required.

PRICES INCLUDE UK SHIPPING (as preferred by Etsy) so I have added many bundle/pick & mix offers to save you money - if you prefer to see shipping as a separate cost before checkout, I have my own website.

EU CUSTOMERS (and some international customers) will now be charged new taxes at checkout so that you can avoid paying additional handling fees on delivery. You may still be charged customs fees/import duty depending on the value and contents - this is set and collected by your government and information will be available on their website.

* * *

Hello! I create accessories, stationery and gifts with my original kawaii characters and illustrations. The full range includes badges, cards, notepads, pins, stamps, stickers, zines and more!

My regular shipping days are now Mondays and Fridays, plus occasional Wednesdays during busy times (e.g. Christmas), but I am one person so occasionally I need an extra day or 2. Once shipped, UK orders usually arrive in 1-3 working days, international in 5-14 working days, but please allow 21 days in case of delays due to holidays, customs checks, adverse weather etc.

For more about me, read my blog at blog.askingfortrouble.co.uk where I post regularly about art & crafts, Japan, kawaii, my self-employed life and more. You can also join my mailing list for exclusive free printables & wallpapers and special offers/discounts. http://eepurl.com/b2O-/

My kawaii fabric designs are also available on Etsy via Spoonflower's store: https://www.etsy.com/uk/search?q=Marcelinesmith

If you read this far, a special tip - if you ask me to draw something on your order form I usually will!

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About askingfortrouble

Sales 8,576
On Etsy since 2007

Illustrated cuteness inspired by Japanese kawaiii

Shop members

  • Marceline

    Owner, Maker, Designer

    Hello! I'm Marceline, the designer and owner of Asking For Trouble. I'm the one who designs the characters, patterns and products, packs and ships your orders, answers your emails and pretty much everything else.

  • Paulina

    Maker, Translation, Sewing

    Paulina is my mum and helps me out with translation (she speaks lots of languages including Dutch, German and French) as well as doing some sewing for purses and other fabric treats. The rest of the time she runs an antique shop in Portsoy.

Production partners

  • Printing Company

    Leeds, England

    Products are printed and assembled to order using my original illustrations.

  • Print Agency

    ON, Canada

    Third party company that arranges the printing and manufacturing in South Korea using my design files.

  • Lulu Press

    Raleigh, NC

    Print on demand book publisher. My books are printed in the UK.

  • Enamel Pin Makers

    Huddersfield, England

    Acts as a third party to have my designs created as enamel pins

  • Mint Maker Studio

    Gateshead, England

    Collaborates on handmade polymer stamps featuring my original illustrations.

  • MOO Print

    London, England

    Products are printed using my original illustrations

  • Penguin Books

    London, England

    Printed by Penguin Books in China

  • Craft Stamp Manufacturer

    Peterborough, England

    Create the stamps and packaging from my original designs.

  • Printing Company

    Winterhausen, Germany

    Products are printed and assembled to my design.

  • Printing Company

    London, England

    Products are printed and assembled to my design.

  • Spoonflower

    Berlin, Germany

    Prints my designs and patterns on to fabric

  • Sticker Printing Company

    Sweden

    Stickers are printed to my design.

  • Printing Company

    Welshpool, Wales

    They print my original designs on bags that are environmentally friendly and ethically sourced whenever possible.

  • YEAH laser

    Brighton, England

    Laser cutting service for my original designs

  • Laser cutters & printers

    Middlesbrough, England

    Laser cutting and printing services for my original designs

Shop policies

Last updated on Jun 3, 2022

Shipping

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Customs and import taxes

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Cancellations

Cancellations: accepted

Request a cancellation: within 24 hours of purchase

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Last updated on Jun 3, 2022

Frequently asked questions

Sizing details

Dimensions are included in all product listings and I try to include props to show scale. Please check carefully before ordering so that you are not surprised or disappointed when items don't match your assumption.

Gift wrapping and packaging

Almost all my products are packaged without plastic and can be reused or recycled. Each product listing includes information on the packaging.

Orders can be gift wrapped simply if you are buying a gift. Just ask at checkout. As this service is free, it is not always possible at busy times. I can also include a personal message if being shipped directly, though this will be typed and printed.

Wholesale availability

Most of my products are available to order wholesale for retail shops. Please visit https://askingfortrouble.co.uk/collections/wholesale for more information and contact me for availability and prices.

Photo props

Props used in product photography (pens, decorations etc.) are not included in the order. Please read product descriptions carefully before ordering to avoid disappointment.

Complaints, faults and problems

I want you to be delighted with your order so please get in touch with any questions or issues. If your order hasn't arrived, or arrives broken or faulty, please contact me so that I can investigate. I would really appreciate the opportunity to fix any problems before you leave negative feedback. I'm only one person and mistakes can happen. If you leave feedback without contacting me first, I will assume that you do not want any help from me.

Product availability and custom orders

If a product you like is out of stock, or you require more than are available, please get in touch as I may not be aware. Custom orders and personalisation are sometimes possible, either directly or through my licensing partners. Please contact me for more information.

Licensed & personalised products

I license my designs to a range of companies that provide print-on-demand services. This means you can order many more of my characters and patterns on a huge range of products including stationery, gift wrap, mugs, bedding, homeware, clothing and much more. You can also personalise some products with names and dates, or have cards sent direct to the recipient with your message inside. Please contact me for more information or visit https://askingfortrouble.co.uk/pages/licensed-products

Tracked Shipping

I am now able to offer tracked shipping services both in the UK & internationally. It can be quite expensive in some countries but please choose this method if you want to be able to track your order. With standard shipping, I have no information on your order's current status.

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