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

    Awesome!!I love your idea!! Thanks for chance to win.

    • 5.29.14
      Elouise said:

      It’s like you’re on a misoisn to save me time and money!

  2. 6.21.12

    Golden Girls? That’s a blast from the past! Loved the video sneak peek of some of the great ideas coming up in the online card class!!! Thanks for the chance to win a spot in the class. Your card set is SO cute! Great idea I will put to work very soon, Thanks!

  3. 6.21.12

    Fun video! I am off to see what measurement A1 is 🙂

    Would love to win this class — definite possibilities for sure with getting more use out of my stamps~

  4. 6.21.12
    scrappi said:

    Such a cute idea. I don’t have the ribbon stamp but plan on trying it with some of my border stamps. And the vellum..? Couldn’t you recycle that into a card too? Love it.

  5. 6.21.12
    Stephanie said:

    Your cards are always amazing!!! Thanks for the chance to win a spot in the new online class!

  6. 6.21.12
    JOAN said:

    Great set!! Thanks for the video, I love to watch the creative process of other designers, I always learn a lot!!

    Hugs, Joan

  7. 6.21.12

    Reminds me of the Clean & Simple class I took in the summer. Would love to have a chance to learn more ideas on getting more out of my stamps. Thanks for the chance to win a seat.

  8. 6.21.12

    How cool is that! Loved the video. I hope you do more videos in the future. I love following your blog!

  9. 6.21.12

    I love my golden girls too 🙂 love your cards and this class sounds awesome!

  10. 6.21.12
    Meghan said:

    I would love to win a spot in this class. Thanks for a chance to win one!

  11. 6.21.12
    LaurieJ said:

    Very cool cards – fresh! Thanks for the chance to win.

  12. 6.21.12
    Jen said:

    oh, i love it!! your cards always make me smile!!:)

  13. 6.21.12
    Mindy said:

    Amazing cards! I’m dying to try to make some striped cards now too. Thanks for the inspiration!

  14. 6.21.12

    I’m dying to take this class. I sure hope I win!!

  15. 6.21.12
    coco said:

    Love your stripey cards, they are exquisitely done! And… I could practically smell the deliciousness of your fresh bread..mmmmm 🙂

  16. 6.21.12
    Dally said:

    Great video!Thanks for the opportunity to win a spot in the class!

  17. 6.21.12
    deb said:

    Your cards are once again exceptional! Love them!
    Thanks for the chance to win the class.

  18. 6.21.12

    This course looks amazing!
    Thanks for the opportunity to win a place!

  19. 6.21.12
    Jess said:

    Oooh i am so excited i cant wait till class starts. thanks for the give away

  20. 6.21.12

    What a fabulous set of cards! LOVE the video! THANKS for the chance to win:) sbmmhoover at yahoo dot com

  21. 6.21.12
    Stephenie said:

    I am always looking for new ways to stretch the stamps I have, so I would LOVE to win one of the spots in the class! Thanks for the giveaway!

  22. 6.21.12
    Joyce said:

    Love your striped cards. Thanks for the chance to win a spot in the class.

  23. 6.21.12
    Geri said:

    These cards are all so funky! Definitely stretched the craftin’ dollars with these!

  24. 6.21.12

    Take me out of your draw my friend, but I wanted to say two things:

    1) I LOOOOOOOVE the Golden Girls!!!!!

    2) Your cards are *perfect*… your attention to detail is incredible!! 🙂

  25. 6.21.12

    Fabulous graphic cards.

  26. 6.22.12

    Awesome tricks. You rock! I desperately need to stretch myself. Great cards.

  27. 6.22.12

    Fun striped cards and a great way to use your alpha dies too. Thanks for a chance to win a spot in this class. Love your blog and crafts.

  28. 6.22.12
    Maureen said:

    I’ve never taken an online class and think it would be fabulous! Thanks for the chance to win 🙂

  29. 6.22.12
    Piali said:

    Fab cards Amber!!! love the video!
    The class sounds like fun…I would love win a spot!

  30. 6.22.12
    Connie said:

    Ooh, ooh, pick me, pick me please! I would love to win a spot in the class. I know I have a bad habit of using my stamps “the way you see them”, I guess you could say. It would be great to learn new techniques. Like I just did in your video. Thank you for the new technique. You made awesome cards and I can’t wait to give it a try.

  31. 6.22.12

    Love your cards.

    Would definitely love to win a spot in this class. So need to learn how to stretch my stamps. Thanks for the chance.

  32. 6.22.12
    Lalo said:

    Okay The cards are awesome and so is the video! LOVE it all and the chance to win…YES please!!!

  33. 6.22.12

    Thanks for a chance to win a spot in this class =)

  34. 6.22.12
    MI Gal said:

    What a great summer card!! My niece is coming over and these are great cards for us to make together. Thank you for the inspiration!! Loved hearding about the new online class!

  35. 6.22.12
    MI Gal said:

    What a great summer card!! My niece is coming over and these are great cards for us to make together. Thank you for the inspiration!! Loved hearding about the new online class!

  36. 6.22.12
    Laurie said:

    Love the fresh summer-like feel of these cards. Thanks so much for the chance to win a spot in this great new class – can’t wait!

  37. 6.22.12

    Great cards. I like the technique you used to stretched your ribbon stamp across your card. I like the vellum tip too. The video was great. Hope to see more. Thanks for a chance to win a spot in the class.

  38. 6.22.12
    Tia Mi said:

    Great video and cards! 😀

    And I also thanks for a chance to win a spot in the class.

  39. 6.22.12
    Karen said:

    Great tutorial. Thanks for a chance to win a spot in an amazing class.

  40. 6.22.12
    judy said:

    Great examples of stretching your stamps. Thanks for the chance to win a spot in the class.

  41. 6.22.12

    Wow, this is super generous of you. I so want to win a spot for this class. Smooches… Felicia – frankleecrafts [at] gmail [dot] com

  42. 6.22.12
    sentsue said:

    I would love to win. It has been so long since I got to be on the learning side of a class. Thanks for the chance.

  43. 6.22.12
    Emilia said:

    Always beautiful cards!
    Thanks for the chance to win a spot in the class.

  44. 6.22.12

    love the technique! AND would love love love to learn all that will be taught in the class!

  45. 6.22.12
    paperplay said:

    Love your cards and would love to win a spot in the class. This is a class that could benefit absolutely everyone.

  46. 6.22.12
    jeannejj said:

    beautiful cards. love learning how to use what I have in different ways. Would love to take class.

  47. 6.22.12
    pynoblem said:

    Young, fresh cards. I would love to win a free class. I have tons of stamps, and I love to stamp. However, I always seem to need more. I’d love to learn how to stretch what I already have.

  48. 6.22.12
    jintyoo7 said:

    Brilliant :0 Thank you, for the video and the chance to win : )

  49. 6.23.12
    Kristi said:

    AMBER! Congrats in being a guest designer! I just bought my registration like 2 hrs ago! Can’t wait to see what you do with the class!!

    Ps: lovin the cards!

  50. 6.23.12

    Lovelyoffset stripes!
    TFS