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Paper Crafts Magazine Card Creations 10 Blog Hop

Hey there!

Long time to see, right? After many weeks of wedding planning and preparation, our Big Day has come and gone — and it was FABULOUS!!!! I’ll be sharing photos and projects from the wedding in a few weeks, but in the meantime, I am back to blogging with a super fun post!

Today, along with 9 other designers, I’m celebrating the 10th issue of Paper Crafts Magazine’s Card Creations issue. I just got my copy in the mail and IT. IS. AWESOMESAUCE.

 If you don’t have a copy yet, today’s blog hop will be the perfect opportunity to jump start your mojo! We’re all creating projects around the theme of “10” to commemorate this special milestone issue.
Before I share my cards for this blog hop, I first have to share one of my cards that is published in Card Creations 10.  It is my favorite of all the ones I have in the issue!!
It took me a while to create this one, but I had so much fun combining the jar stamps with elements from other sets (like PTI’s Background Basics: Gingham for the jar lid) to create a pretty darn cute PB & J pairing!
Now for my “10” themed cards for our little blog hop!
I created these simple baby cards using a really fun technique that is a total throwback to my childhood! Instead of using stamps to create the little footprints and those ten little toesies  – I actually inked up my HAND and “stamped” them onto the card!
To keep the “10” theme going, I printed out a cute poem that I found on the internet – how perfect!!
Here’s a photo of how the hand-inking worked. By inking the outside of my fist, I was able to simulate the look of a footprint! Then – with my pinky finger, I “stamped” 10 little toes! I remember doing this as a kid and it was just as fun to do it now!
*Tip*: Pigment inks work best for this – I use Impress Fresh Inks. I tried with dye inks and the impression was a bit blotchy.

Now before you head off for more ten-spiration (haha – get it?!) – be sure to leave a comment for your chance to win a copy of Card Creations 10! You have until Sunday at Midnight (EST) to leave your comments and I’ll announce a winner on Monday!

5/11/12 at 1:50pm EST UPDATE  – You have until Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 5pm MDT (that’s 8pm EST) to leave your comments! Then I’ll announce the winner!

Off you go to see what the rest of these fabulous ladies have in store for you!

Keep on crafting with these other posts

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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. 5.11.12
    Sandi said:

    what a great idea!

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  2. 5.11.12
    Leanne said:

    Great idea! Thanks for sharing.

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  3. 5.11.12
    Agata said:

    Love how this turned out! Great cards!

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  4. 5.11.12
    Chunyuan said:

    how creative is this! I do these with my little ones a lot, but never thought about put it in my card!

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  5. 5.11.12
    Jennifer said:

    Love this! How creative, would have never thought of doing this.

    Congratulations on your wedding too!

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  6. 5.11.12
    Geri said:

    How clever! Thanks for sharing this sweet card with us!

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  7. 5.11.12
    Cathy said:

    that is a great tip for making baby feet, thanks for sharing:)
    cathyplus5.blogspot.com

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  8. 5.11.12
    Colleen said:

    Great cards! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. 5.11.12
    sharon g said:

    Well aren’t you smart!!! Good idea.

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  10. 5.11.12
    AnneC said:

    I love your baby cards and the great technique, thanks.

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  11. 5.11.12
    Linda said:

    What wonderfully creative cards-LOVE the baby congrats cards especially!

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  12. 5.11.12
    B. Poteraj said:

    The jars are so cute. I just saw those stamps the other day online. CUTE

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  13. 5.11.12
    Robin Gibson said:

    Congrats on your big day! And on this issue! Super super super cute cards here! I’m a huge fan of your creations! TFS!

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  14. 5.11.12
    Shoregirl said:

    Sweet cards — especially the baby ones! Very appropriate verse (one of my favorites for babies) using the number 10!

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  15. 5.11.12
    NatQuebec said:

    what a great idea to make these little feet prints !

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  16. 5.11.12
    HawaiianLibrarian said:

    I love the handprint footprint! Clever! Mahalo for sharing.

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  17. 5.11.12
    Sisters Craft Cafe said:

    wonderful cards and idea to use the side of your hand for foot prints. cool!

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  18. 5.11.12
    bjmartin said:

    So funny – I remember making footprints like that when I was a kid – on fogged windows. Loved the way it turned out on the baby cards! The PB and J card is adorable too. Thanks for sharing!

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  19. 5.11.12
    Meghan said:

    Such a clever technique!

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  20. 5.11.12
    Barbara said:

    So creative. Congratulations Amber!

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  21. 5.11.12
    Nita K. said:

    Congrats on the wedding! I am so glad to see you back. Great cards, too! I used to make the footprints like that all the time when I was younger.

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  22. 5.11.12
    KathyW said:

    How creative to think of using your hand for the footprints! Also love the PB & J card, cute!

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  23. 5.11.12
    Lee said:

    I adore the PBJ card! thanks for sharing great ideas!

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  24. 5.11.12
    Mary-Anne V said:

    Love both your cards and the very cute baby card.

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  25. 5.11.12
    Renee said:

    That’s so cool Amber!!! Love this adorable card and the poem inside! Thanks for the blast from the past 😉

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  26. 5.11.12
    Helen F. said:

    What a fantastic idea for the baby feet~I thought it was a stamp! And the PB&J card is really fun, Amber!

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  27. 5.11.12
    Emily H said:

    Oh hi! Welcome back! I love the “foot” prints!

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  28. 5.11.12
    Sharon Jones said:

    Love, LOVE you PB&J card!! I remember doing the “foot” prints too…really fun and cute cards! Have an employee expecting twins and these will work beautifully! TFS!

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  29. 5.11.12
    Cynthia B. said:

    Love your hand/”footprints”! So clever, and so well-done!

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  30. 5.11.12
    jintyoo7 said:

    Congratulations, married lady 🙂

    Such delightful cards, the footprint idea is such fun 🙂

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  31. 5.11.12
    Neha said:

    The baby card idea is awesome!
    loved it… thanks for the inspiration!

    Neha

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  32. 5.11.12
    Chriss Blagrave said:

    So very sweet! Thanks for sharing this fun idea.

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  33. 5.11.12
    Rachel said:

    What a cute idea, thanks for sharing!!
    ~Rachel in Sacramento

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  34. 5.11.12
    donna mikasa said:

    What a fun idea, Amber! I remember making footprints in the sand with the same technique. Love your baby cards and the perfect poem!

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  35. 5.11.12
    Rebecca Ednie said:

    Such an adorable and economical idea! Fun!!

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  36. 5.11.12
    SouthernMrs said:

    Oh, I love this!

    SouthernMrs
    at verizon dot net

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  37. 5.12.12
    VikkiCH said:

    the cutest idea! love those prints!

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  38. 5.12.12
    Kathy Mc said:

    Welcome back, Amber, and congratulations on your recent marriage! Eagerly awaiting your wedding post with pictures of the happy couple. Your PB & J jars are adorable, and your “handmade” footprints are to die for. Love the inside sentiment also. No surprise as I always look forward to seeing your creations. Thanks for the chance to win Card Creations!

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  39. 5.12.12
    Kris said:

    Cute idea!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  40. 5.12.12
    bzyPTmom said:

    Love your PB and J card and baby card. Find it interesting that you are a therapist too–I’m a physical therapist who “crafts” as my own personal therapy! I think being “crafty” is a great way to relieve pain!

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  41. 5.12.12
    rush said:

    cute baby cards. thank you for sharing. [email protected]

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  42. 5.12.12
    marymac said:

    Adorable idea for the baby card. PB and J card great for wedding and anniversary.

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  43. 5.12.12
    Sonia Yabiku said:

    As always, you cards are adorable!

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  44. 5.12.12
    Kathie said:

    What a clever way to create baby footprints! Thanks for sharing your adorable cards.

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  45. 5.12.12
    cardcreationsnz said:

    What a great idea for the baby card to use your hand. Gorgeous cards. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of Card Creations.

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  46. 5.12.12
    Chloe said:

    Much too clever!!! What a fabulous idea and gorgeous cards to match!

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  47. 5.12.12
    *Jennyfer L* said:

    What a fab technique! Love your PB & J card!

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  48. 5.12.12
    Whimsey said:

    OK – that PB&J card is beyond adorable; LOVE!!

    Love the baby cards; precious!!

    Congrats on your “big day”; can’t wait to see photos!!!

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  49. 5.12.12
    Pam said:

    Love that PB & J card. The hand stamping on the other card is just great! Will have to try that!

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  50. 5.12.12
    Gina said:

    I totally did that as a kid, too!! Always loved that look and it’s perfect for a baby card!!!

    In other news, I’m excited to see and hear wedding news. I *know* it was beyond faboo!!!!

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