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Summer Reading Hack for Kids

When summer arrives, it’s time for water parks, road trips, summer camp…and summer reading lists!! As a kid, I loved having a summer reading list and seeing how many books I could read. Not all kids are the same, though and some may need a little more encouragement when it…
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50+ Amazing Black History Month Ideas for Kids

Black History Month is celebrated during the month of February! Overall, as a Black creator, I always like to take this time to shine a light on this special month and encourage EVERYONE to take part. Overall, Black History Month is all about acknowledging and celebrating the contributions and impact…
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Halloween Lunch Box Ideas with Canon

Sure, Halloween means lots of candy and treats…but what about getting creative with some printbale Halloween lunch box ideas for yourself or your kiddos? I’m breaking out my Canon PIXMA TS6420 printer to use Halloween printables to create a cute Halloween themed lunch. Recently, the Canon PIXMA TS6420 has been…
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DIY Photo Memory Matching Game

We’re all guilty of it. We take photos with our phone and the photos stay on our phone. There’s nothing wrong with using your phone as a mobile photo album, but with this project, I’m giving you the perfect excuse to print them out!  Remember the game of Memory that…
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How to Make Beaded Bracelets with Elastic

It’s here. Finally. Perhaps the most requested tutorial I’ve ever had: How to Make Beaded Bracelets with Elastic! This tutorial will walk you through EVERYTHING: How to tie a bracelet knot, how to tie a surgeon’s knot, how to measure your bracelet so it’s the right size…and lot’s more. Supplies…
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Easy Last Minute Lollipop Photo Valentines

Valentine’s Day comes at the same time every year, and every year I hustle to make classroom valentine’s for the kiddos! What can I say, I’m a chronic last minute crafter!  The good news is that I have lots of practice coming up with easy last-minute valentine projects like these…

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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.