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CSS Style Watch: DIY Tile Cocktail Coasters

I am a die-hard foodie and I love to try new foods and beverages. Whenever I’m on vacation, I eat my way through each city I visit. The only downside is the cardio that I have to do to work off all those calories! YUCK! Perhaps this is why I…
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Stamped Ribbon Banners Tutorial

Well, you know from yesterday’s post that I am a lover of banners. So pretty and elegant! I also love a nice one-layer card. Today I am combining these two loves with a technique that I came up with while sitting at my desk. It’s amazing how creative you can…
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Two is better than one…

Hola amigos. Today I’ve just got one card – one photo – probably my shortest post ever!   I’m a little obsessed with stamping leaves and florals behind ribbon banners. It’s such an elegant look, don’t you think? For this card, I use two banners, which was a little departure…
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CSS Group Post: Holidays In July

Ever heard of “Christmas In July?”  Well that’s the inspiration for this month’s Clear and Simple Stamps group post. I’m not sure where this whole “Christmas in July” thing came from – pretty sure the people at Target got together with the people at Walmart, who were both in talks…
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CSS Style Watch: Lemonade Hostess Gift

Nothing says summer like an ice-cold glass of freshly squeezed lemonade. My mouth is watering just typing that! Today’s project was inspired by the summery goodness of lemonade and the thought of all those fabulous Summertime cookouts I’ll be attending. The new Rag Dolls House: Stand, was the perfect stamp…
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CSS Release Week: Toppers & Favors

I don’t know about you – but I loves me a party. Any. Kind. Of. Party. I spend way too many hours planning parties in my head. Parties that may or may not ever happen. This is starting to sound a little pathetic. Well, luckily, as a member of the…
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Clear and Simple Stamps Release Week: Sweet Treats

Ready for something sweet? Of all the collections included in the CSS release, the Sweet Treats collection may be my favorite (although, I think I’ve already said that about another collection …oh, well, I can have two favorites if I want, right?) Included in the Sweet Treats collection are several…
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Clear and Simple Stamps Release Week: Seaside Summer

Hey there! Are you ready for day two of Clear and Simple Stamp’s release?  Today, we’re sharing projects using the Seaside Summer series – how’s that for alliteration!! Now – in order for you to understand my love for these stamps, you’ve got to understand a few things about my…

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.