How to Make a Pencil Cup

Go back to school in style..or just make your desktop a little bit more colorful. I’ll show you how to make a pencil cup in the easiest way possible using a few supplies you’ll never suspect! The most important supply of all is my favorite paint from DecoArt! Americana Acrylics:  must have for this pencil cup project but mostly a must have for your craft room!

Americana Acrylic Paints are my GO TO for all things crafting and painting. They come in a huge array of colors and are super afforable! Watch as I create this project and teach you a few important tricks along the way!

Americana Acrylic Paints are fast drying which means you can start creating sooner!

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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.

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  1. 12.27.25

    What a powerful and inspiring story — your experience with archery really shows how a focused practice can build confidence and resilience. It’s a great reminder that creative pursuits of all kinds can help us grow mentally and emotionally. After reading something uplifting like this, I like to take a mindful break.