Ok – buckle in. This is going to be a long post with lots of photos…but if you hang in there, I think you’ll like it…it’s definitely one of my faves! Today’s Clean and Simple Card Class lesson is all about creating card sets – and if you know me…
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I was poking around on the Papertrey Ink Forum the other day and came across a forum member in search of ideas for reviving her use of the PTI Quatrefoil die. The thread made me realize that I’ve really neglected this die and I was immediately inspired to bring it…
Happy Friday Friends! Today I’m joining forces with 9 other designers to promote the newest issue of Paper Crafts Magazine – Cool Tools for Papercrafters. This issue of Paper Crafts definitely goes down as one of my Top Five Faves! If you haven’t picked up a copy – you really…
Hey there! Today I’ve got all my calendar downloads for you in one place along with some tips for creating your own custom stamped calendars. Let’s get started… Traditional and Modern 11×17 Wall Calendars This calendar is one that I never posted. It’s the same layout as the floral one,…
I hope you’re not totally over my whole “calendar” thing…because I certainly am not! I’ve been having a blast creating all sorts of custom stamped calendars and each time I give one away, it puts big smile on the recipient’s face! It’s such a great feeling to give away something…
So…at this point, I suppose you could just call me the Crazy Calendar Lady. I’ve been making calendars like a lunatic and I’ve even received a few orders to make more!!! Know what that means for you? That means that I’ll be sharing lots of calendars here AND lots of…
Hey there friends! As promised, I’m here with a few calendar goodies for you!!! Are you excited?! First up, are two downloads that you can use to create your own customized calendars, similar to the one I posted HERE. I’ve got two downloads for you – one that is in…
I’m really pushing it by posting another Christmas project today! But – I’m gonna do it anyway. Matter of fact, I’m gonna do it twice, since I have two holiday projects for you! First up is a tag that I made for the Papertrey Ink Make It Monday Challenge #46.…
Brevity has never been my thing…and today’s post is a testament to that! As promised, today I’ve got all the details for making your own card set envelope with just a scoring board (I used Martha Stewart’s) and some scissors! I’ve also got another card set that I…
Modern circles in a stamp set? Yes, Ma’am. I’ll take one. I pulled out Maile Belles Background Basics: Circles to see what would happen…and, well, here’s what happened… Just like most other crafters out there, I’ve got Christmas on the brain, so my first BB: Circles card was created with…
You can pretty much add holly and ribbon to anything and it’s instantly holiday-ready! Today, I’ve got two designs that put my theory to the test. My aunt wanted some Christmas cards that would capture her two loves: coffee and writing! I immediately knew which stamps I would use, but…
Every morning I check Facebook – just like every one person on the planet. This morning I was excited to find my card being featured over at the Paper Crafts Magazine blog! It’s a quick and easy holiday card that I made using Modern Basics by Maile Belles – one…

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.