We took a week away from Office Hours for this post for the Clear & Simple Stamps Review week, but I’m back today to answer a question from Vicki Dutcher. First, I have to say “thanks” to Vicki for helping me get hip to the lingo…I had never heard of “ABC”…
As much as I love clean & contemporary design – rustic motifs have a special place in my heart…especially when they have a Farmer’s Market feel. If you saw Monday’s post, you saw the tutorial on creating the stamped kitchen towels included in this gift basket. To create the entire ensemble,…
Living Room: Song of Summer Bedroom: Zen Craftroom: Fresh Praline Those are our paint colors. I need paint on my walls like I need 5 more minutes of sleep every morning. Without it, I’m in a bad mood. I’m a color lover and it shows in my house, on my…
One of the biggest motivations for the new Damask Love was the “rebranding” that would come along with a new site, new logo and new mission. Most of you probably found me because of all my handmade card posts. I’m still a card making machine, but a ton of my…
Did you see yesterday’s post?! Well, today I’m still in a superhero state of mind, but this time around, I’m sharing all the behind-the-scenes projects that went into executing my superhero picnic. Now, in the spirit of full disclosure, this party did take work, but not a ton. I put…
Get your scrolling finger ready. There are a lot of photos. A LOT. Let’s do this…
Long before Honey Boo Boo stepped on the scene, there was me….Pumpkin Boo Boo. My aunt used to call me Pumpkin Boo Boo all the time…sometimes she still does. When you go by the nickname “Pumpkin Boo Boo” – it’s sort of required that you create some sort of cute…
Because everyone loves cheese!

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.











