Masking with Vellum: Offset Stripes …and a giveaway!!

Hey there stampy people! Did you get the memo? There is a new stamping class in town and I’m going to be giving away two…that’s right…TWO spots.
First  – here’s a little info on the class:
 Stretch Your Stamps! This class shares techniques and tips for getting the most from many different stamp styles. Each day of class focuses on a certain type of stamp – background, collage, borders, etc – and shows 5 cards (and 2 videos) using them creatively. With 50+ card ideas and 20+ videos, you will be sure to look at your stamps in a whole new light.

In addition to the teachers Kristina Werner and Jennifer McGuire, there are lots of fabulous guests and special appearances from stamp designers themselves, including Tim Holtz, Ali Edwards, Kim Hughes and Claudine Hellmuth.

Class runs from July 9 – 23. Hope to see you there! Head HERE for more information.
So…last night as I sat up hanging out with Blanche, Dorothy, Sophia and Rose (yep – I love me some Golden Girls and I’m not afraid to say it!) I decided to create a few cards in the spirit of “stretching your stamps.”
Here’s what I came up with…and if you keep scrolling, I’ve got a little something extra to share:-)
If you’d like to be eligible to win one of two spots in the upcoming Stretch Your Stamps class – just leave a comment on this post. You’ll have until Sunday, June 24 at 11:59pm to leave your comment. I’ll announce the winners next week.
Thanks for stopping by!

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About the Blog

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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247 Comments

  1. 6.21.12
    diana said:

    Love these offset stripes! TFS 😉

  2. 6.21.12
    gRiSeL™ said:

    Awesome use of your stamps!! Love the colors you chose–so pretty!! Thanks for the video–enjoyed it very much! I LOVE learning of ways other ways to stretch any of your crafting supplies… That’s real creativity! (;

  3. 6.21.12

    So simple yet so eye-catching! Love the cards. Thanks for the opportunity to win a spot in a class that sounds uber fabulous. I mean, really, who couldn’t use a little help in stretching their stamps? 🙂

  4. 6.21.12
    Teri said:

    Adorable cards, Amber!!! I’m so loving stripes lately and these really work!!!! Great video, too!
    Teri

  5. 6.21.12
    June K said:

    Love all your pretty cards, Amber. Thanks for the chance to win the class.

  6. 6.21.12

    Love the cards! thanks for the chance to win! 🙂

  7. 6.21.12
    Jackie said:

    Brilliant idea, all of the cards are wonderful! I would love a spot in this class, thanks for the chance to win one.

  8. 6.21.12
    Nita K. said:

    Love the cards. The stripes are awesome! Thanks for the chance to win the class. It looks like fun!

  9. 6.21.12

    Amber what a fantastic technique. I think your stamping is so straight, something I struggle with. Your cards are fantastic and the offset stripes are so cool. Thank you for the chance to win a spot in Stretch Your Stamps.

  10. 6.21.12
    Sarah said:

    Absolutely love the look of these cards and the trick you shared to stretch those stripes across the card front.

  11. 6.21.12

    Brilliant tricks – TFS! Can’t wait for this card to start – am joining regardless but would love to win a place. Thanks for the chance.

  12. 6.21.12
    Annheidel said:

    Cool stripy cards! Thanks for the chance to win a spot in the class.

  13. 6.21.12
    Heather said:

    You are so clever Amber and you know how to rock a stamp set!!! I love your offset stripes! Thanks for the chance to win!

  14. 6.21.12
    Sue McRae said:

    Very fun stripey cards and thanks for a chance to win a spot in the class!

  15. 6.21.12
    Colleen said:

    Fantastic video, Amber…super job on the straight lines, thanks for the “tip”…and for the chance to win a spot in the class.

  16. 6.21.12

    What a great way to do CAS cards Amber! I sure love to win one of those spots, for the online class, thanks for the chance to win!
    Have a lovely day!
    Liz
    unikebyyes{ at} yahoo { dot } com

  17. 6.21.12

    Love your first video, Amber! The stripey design is absolutely fabulous!

  18. 6.21.12
    Barbara said:

    cool technique Amber. Your first video was spot on. Thanks for the opportunity to win a spot

  19. 6.21.12
    Teresa W. said:

    Great tutorial, Amber! Love your stripe design cards. Thanks for the chance to win a spot.

  20. 6.21.12
    cassie said:

    Wow- love those cards!
    I’m crossing my fingers – I really want to take this class!!!

  21. 6.21.12
    Hanne said:

    Those Cards are cool!!! Thank you so much for a chance to win!!

  22. 6.21.12
    Caanan said:

    Great job on the video. Thanks for the giveaway!

  23. 6.21.12
    Nancy L. said:

    sounds like a fun class!

  24. 6.21.12
    Heidi said:

    Cute cards!!! So bright and cheery!

  25. 6.21.12
    Mel said:

    Love your cards..Ahoy is brilliant!

  26. 6.21.12
    Helene said:

    Love those cards, great use of your stamp!

  27. 6.21.12

    Amber – I love your style. I am so looking forward to the stretch your stamps class. I have learned so much from the other online card classes I have taken, clean and simple was my fave!
    Thanks for the chance to win.

  28. 6.21.12
    Arlene said:

    Would love to learn how to stretch my stamps…they don’t see enough ink! Thanks for the chance to win! 🙂

  29. 6.21.12
    Nicki S said:

    Love these cards Amber! They are so fun! Thanks so much for showing us your technique with the vellum in the video…very helpful. Gotta try this 🙂 Thanks also for the chance to win a spot in the class…crossing my fingers!!!

  30. 6.21.12
    stamp500 said:

    I would love to be a part of this class.

  31. 6.21.12
    Krista W said:

    Great video – love the use of vellum! Thanks for the chance to win a spot in class, it looks like it will be fabulous.

  32. 6.21.12
    Isha said:

    Great design Amber. Love your first video. TFS and a chance to win.

  33. 6.21.12

    Those offset stripes are the bomb! So easy, yet so striking for a quick card creation! Thanks for the inspiration! And would LOVE a chance at winning a class spot!

  34. 6.21.12
    Melinda said:

    Great cards…I’ve been loving & wearing stripes lately too! 😀

  35. 6.21.12

    This technique is so simple! and gives nice result.
    And thanks for a chance to win a spot in the class.

  36. 6.21.12

    Your cards are adorable!!! I love how your staggered the stripes and colors! That is too funny, Golden Girls! I bet I have seen every episode from back in the day…they take place in your town, right? I think the Stretch Your Stamps class really looks like a good one, I’d love to win a spot! Thanks for the chance!

  37. 6.21.12

    I love how you used vellum to help line up your stamps….good idea!

  38. 6.21.12

    Nice to see more posts from you now 🙂

  39. 6.21.12
    Jennifer said:

    Love these cards! Super sweet and simple =)

  40. 6.21.12
    Cassie_lu said:

    Great cards and that class sounds like fun

  41. 6.21.12

    You did a great job on the cards! I can’t wait to try this.

  42. 6.21.12
    Bethany said:

    very neat and creative Amber…I love the last card, it is so neat! Have a nice day 🙂

  43. 6.21.12

    Would enjoy sitting under the teaching of these many talented designers.

  44. 6.21.12
    Cheryl said:

    Great simple cards! The class looks great!

    Thanks for the opportunity. Cheryl

  45. 6.21.12
    Emma said:

    Great cards! Thanks for the chance to win 🙂

  46. 6.21.12
    Debbie said:

    Love your creations, Amber. Thanks for the chance to win a spot in Stretch Your Stamps class.

  47. 6.21.12

    wow what a fabulous opportunity!!! I love these cards and fingers are so super crossed for the chance to be in this class! Thank you!
    Lisa

  48. 6.21.12
    Gerry said:

    What a great team that’s put together for this class. Hope I get to attend 🙂

  49. 6.21.12

    i love me some golden girls too! 🙂 thanks for the chance to win a spot in this class…looks like a good one!

  50. 6.21.12
    Carol said:

    Wonderful stripey cards! Love ’em! How exciting that you are teaching in the Stretch Your Stamps class…please pick me!