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Style Watch: Easy Card Creation Station

For the last few days, I’ve been getting back into the swing of crafting and creating Whenever I take a break from creativity, it takes some time to get it back . I’ve been doing lots of brainstorming, sketching and plenty of Pinteresting. In the spirit of everyone’s favorite inspiration…
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Damask Live Live Revisited:: Delicate Dahlia Gelatos

Damask Love Live was filled with tons of projects – including several card designs that reflect my penchant for all things color and contemporary. With color in mind, we spent a big part of the day playing with my beloved Gelatos and using them to add beautiful vibrant shades with…
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For the Love of Ombre Stationery

When I was about ten years old, I remember how excited I was to get the Fall JC Penney catalog in the mail. My mom would let me go through it and pick out all the clothes I wanted for back-to-school. One year, I picked an outfit that I loved.…
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Style Watch: Mother’s Day Doilies

When I was eight or nine, my mom and I took a road trip down to Disneyland. It was an eight hour trek and I really don’t have memories of the drive to Disney…but I do have a very vivid memory of the drive back home. I was bored. So…

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.