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Cake Box Template Project #2

Just stopping in to share another project using my cake box template…which, ironically enough,  I have yet to use to make an actual cake box! This project is a cutie…at least I think so! I made this for a co-worker who loves to garden! She was kind enough share some…
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Denami Designs Product Spotlight – Father

Today, I am spotlighting a simple stamp available from Denami Designs stamps. It’s a perfect stamp for Father’s Day and the design of this card is easy to recreate with minimal supplies! This  “Father” stamp is a large one, measuring in at 1 1/2″ x 3 3/4″ For the design…
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100th Blog Post Celebration

I told you there was going to be a party here today!!!! I’m so glad you came over for the celebration! This is going to be one doozy of a blog post, so settle in for the ride! First up is a special project, just for this occasion! If we’re…
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Another Reject and a Winner

A quick post today to announce the winner of the Card A Day Reject Blog Hop! Thanks so much to those who shared their “rejects” and to those who came by to show some love! Before I announce the randomly selected winner, here’s another one of my Card A Day…
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Clear and Simple Stamps June Release

  This is my second post of the day!! Scroll down for another fun announcement! It’s release day at Clear and Simple Stamps, which means fun new stamp sets and super stylish inspiration to kick off the summer months.  And with a change in the seasons, I am excited to…
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Denami Guest Designer

I’ve been biting my tongue for the last few weeks, and today I get to share some fun news! I was invited to be the June Guest Designer for Denami Designs!!!!! (and of course, I accepted!!!) Denami offers a HUGE selection of rubber, wood-mounted stamps. The images are adorable and…
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CAS-ual Friday – Graduation

Today I’m gonna share my entry into this week’s CAS-ual Friday! But first…as usual…I’ve gotta tell you the backstory on this card. 1) I am kind of a nerd. I like grammar and I still use my TI-86 from high school. 2) I am a sucker for a punny sentiment…
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Embellish Magazine Text Challenge

There have been a few times in my life when I’ve had to use a typewriter. At those times, I realize how dependent I am on the backspace key! When I type, I go through a million versions of the same sentence before settling on something I like. The result…
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Operation Write Home Memorial Blog Hop

Typically, weekends are pretty quiet in Damask Love Land. This weekend is a little different though! This weekend I am taking part in a very special blog hop, sponsored by Operation Write Home – a wonderful organization that provides handmade cards for servicemen and women so they can keep in…
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Color Throwdown Challenge #143

In keeping with my quest to become more involved the many crafting challenges out there, I decided that I’d play along with the Color Throwdown gals. I opted for something sweet and springy! I had a great time mixing and matching images from several different stamp sets and stamp companies!…
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Moxie Fab World Tuesday Trigger – The Pyrex Effect

Playin’ along with the Moxie Fab World Tuesday Trigger today! I settled on a simple design, using Maile Belles’ Modern Basics stamp set. This stamp set is seriously a must have! SO SO SO versatile! Yesterday, Maile showed off some pretty awesome flower designs using this set. I was inspired…
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Papertrey May Blog Hop – Plantable Paper

It’s Papertrey Blog Hop time!!! This is one of my favorite monthly crafting events! So much creativity, inspiration and camaraderie! My post for this Blog Hop is a long one….so settle in and hang out with me for a bit…I’m so excited to have you over and I have lots…
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About Amber

Hey, I’m Amber Kemp-Gerstel - the crafty brain behind Damask Love, where creativity, color, and a little chaos come together. I’m a suburban mom of two, known for turning up the volume on everyday DIYs and showing up like your colorful, crafty BFF. Over the years, I’ve gone from psychologist to full-time content creator, TV host, and brand partner, with appearances on Making It, Today, and HGTV. When I’m not making stuff or on set, I’m chasing around my two boys, Markus and Maxwell, and laughing my way through the mess.