World Card Making Day Blog Hop!

Well hello, hello! Fancy seeing you here!

Today’s I’m so excited to participate in a very big, very fun and very special blog hop! Today, all 20 winners of Paper Crafts Magazine’s World Card Making Day competition are joining forces to offer you lots and lots of crafty inspiration! If you’ve hopped over to my blog from Alyssa Scritchfield’sΒ Β – then you’re right on track!

I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I was on the morning that Paper Crafts Magazine announced the 20 winners! I didn’t sleep at all the night before and had an even tougher time getting back to sleep once I saw my name amongst in the winner’s circle!

Just this week, I got to relive the excitement of it all when I received the March/April issue of Paper Crafts, which includes the winning cards! Β Would you be interested in getting your hands on a copy of the March/April issue?! Well, all you need to do is hop along and leave comments on the way for your chance to win! But that’s not all that you can win…keep reading for the details!

leave a comment for a chance to win a copy of the March/April issue

Before I spill the beans on the big giveaway, how about I share my projects!
First up, I thought I’d share the card that won…a simple but fun Thank You card, that I absolutely love!
I’d be lying if I said this card came together quickly…it didn’t! Adhering each letter was quite a task – but totally worth it!
Now for my blog hop project – which also falls into the “Thank You” Category.Β 
For quite a while, I’ve been wanting to pair the pinwheel images from Clear and Simple Stamps with the pinwheel die and sentiments from Lil Inker designs! Today’s blog hop gave me the perfect excuse to do just that.
For the simple little note card, I stamped the pinwheel images from Clear and Simple stamps Taglines set with the bucket image included in the Craft Room stamp set – they are the perfect pair, right?!

For a fun & sweet coordinating treat, I used Lil Inker’s pinwheel die to make an adorable candy favor. Β To create this favor, I started out with a clear 4.5″ x 1.5″ Boutique Box available at Denami Design. I used my Crop-a-dile to punch a hole in the lid which allowed me to place a colorful straw into the box.Β 
Then I filled it up with candies and adhered the pinwheel to the top of the straw.Β 
To finish it off with some style, I added a vibrant purple ribbon and a little banner where I stamped the perfect sentiment: “Your generosity blows me away!”
So there you have it, another Thank You project from yours truly!
Now for the good stuff…the giveaway.
As I mentioned, one randomly selected commenter will win her own issue of the March/April issue of Paper Crafts Magazine….but hold on….that’s not it! The same randomly selected winner will receive a mini WCMD prize package!
Paper Crafts was so very amazingly generous with this year’s prize package that it’s only fair to pay it forward a bit! So – I’ve selected a few toys to share with one lucky winner! Just leave a comment for your chance to win.
The Fine Print:
  • Since the prize package is rather weighty, I’m only able to send it to those in the U.S.
  • Comments close on Monday, February 20, 2012 at 11:59 PST
  • Winners will be announced on all blogs on Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Alrightly! That’s all from me! Here’s a complete list of all the participating blogs in today’s hop – you really don’t want to miss out!!!

Keep on crafting with these other posts

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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225 Comments

  1. 2.17.12

    What a delightful thank you gift – that white pinwheel is so pristine!

  2. 2.17.12

    So darn cute, Amber! I love the pairing of the two! And such a sweet little handmade gift! I love how you layered the gormet jellybeans!

  3. 2.17.12

    You always have amazing ideas and this one is no exception!

  4. 2.17.12
    Elizabeth said:

    Love your cards – that first one is my favorite πŸ™‚

  5. 2.17.12

    Even if I’m not in the US, I’d say that I love your pinwheel. I would need to ge tmy hands on this! Love your “thank you” card!

  6. 2.17.12
    Lindsey said:

    Congratulations on your win — what a time-consuming but awesome card! And your thank you set is terrific.

  7. 2.17.12
    Dally said:

    Wow Amber, your work is SIMPLY AMAZING! Thank you for sharing, not only your talent, but also your goodies πŸ˜‰

  8. 2.17.12
    Dolli said:

    Love the pinwheel, but I have yet to try one. I love the Thanks card with the letters!

  9. 2.17.12
    Anita said:

    Congrats I absolutely love the thank you card.

  10. 2.17.12

    I saw your card in my copy of Paper Crafts and I thought then – wow that took some time – beautiful card!!

  11. 2.17.12

    That pinwheel candy project is just to die for! And matching card! Brilliant really. Thanks so much for thinking of us! and congrats!

  12. 2.17.12
    Laura said:

    such a great idea and a super cute card!

  13. 2.17.12

    Those pinwheels are so cute!

  14. 2.17.12
    cwooding said:

    Love the pinwheels!

  15. 2.17.12
    Helen F. said:

    Your card and gift are such fun projects, Amber!
    Congratulations on your card pub!

  16. 2.17.12
    Auntie Em said:

    Congratulations on having your card chosen. Your letter card is so cute. Worth sticking every one of those letters on.
    Your windmill card and treat box is adorable. Great work!
    Thanks for sharing your talents! πŸ™‚

  17. 2.17.12

    Amber, a gorgeous gift set! I am so into ‘rainbow’ at the moment …

  18. 2.17.12
    Michelle said:

    Amber, this is so cute! I love the card and gift pairing. πŸ™‚ Congratulations on the WCMD win, well-deserved for that awesome card! (I’m in Australia, so leave me out of your prize draw) πŸ˜‰

  19. 2.17.12
    Stephanie said:

    the pinwheel is so cute..love the matching card!

  20. 2.17.12

    How generous of you!! I’d be a happy gal if I won, thanks for the chance!!!

  21. 2.17.12

    Both projects are just awesome girlie!!!! Congrats again!!!

  22. 2.17.12
    bzyPTmom said:

    Lovely cards–congrats on your win!

  23. 2.17.12
    Cheryl C. said:

    I love, love, love the white on white letter card! So neat!

  24. 2.17.12
    Abby said:

    Congratulations on having your card published! I seem to like everything you create!

  25. 2.17.12

    What a cute, great project…so fun! Love it!!! Hugs! Leah Ann

  26. 2.17.12
    Cathy said:

    Love your cards Amber, Congratulations on your win! I’m from Australia so don’t enter me in the draw.

  27. 2.17.12
    Michele said:

    Congrats! Both cards are so cute!

  28. 2.17.12

    This is beautiful! Love the Bright colors and paper piecing!

  29. 2.17.12

    so lovely of you to share to prizes! πŸ™‚

    i can only image how long it took to glue down all those letters…but you’re right…totally worth it! your card is fab!

  30. 2.17.12

    Both cards are are so….. CAS! The pinwheel card is totally captivating. Wonderful prize to win as well!

  31. 2.17.12

    Congrats on your win!! Great give-away, that is so generous. Love your cards, always enjoy your blog!Thanks.

  32. 2.17.12

    Amber – your pinwheels are wonderful! I love the bright colors, and having them come out of the bucket is really too cute. Thanks for the wonderful inspiration!

  33. 2.17.12

    Awesome projects…such wonderful talent you have! Congratulations, Amber!!

  34. 2.17.12
    Jeannie said:

    Great cards! Congratulations.

  35. 2.17.12

    Oh my, you glued all those letters on! That’s dedication to the craft if I have ever seen it. Thanks for sharing your creativity & your winnings.

  36. 2.17.12
    Connie said:

    Your card that won is so stunning. Congrats! I have yet to see something less than beautiful from you though. Thanks for the opportunity!

  37. 2.17.12
    Barbara said:

    Love both these cards. The thanks card is stunning and I love the pinwheels!

  38. 2.17.12
    Sue D said:

    Great thank you projects–love the pinwheels.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

  39. 2.17.12
    FrancineB said:

    Beautiful projects. Love the elegant look of the thank you card and the fun look of the pinwheel

  40. 2.17.12
    m said:

    Wow- love the pinwheel! What kind of paper is it – looks like velvet! Great card as well!

  41. 2.17.12
    Emily H said:

    Thank you for sharing! I love the Thanks card!

  42. 2.17.12
    Suzie said:

    Congrats on your Papercrafts *win*! Your card(s) are fabulous, as always! Love the pinwheel. Thanks for the opportunity to win. πŸ™‚

  43. 2.17.12

    What lovely cards, I can’t believe you adhered each of those letters individually!!

  44. 2.17.12
    Natalie said:

    Amber, both your projects are beautiful – how DID you adhere all the letters down on your winning card? I bet that took some time! πŸ™‚ Thanks for the chance to win!

  45. 2.17.12

    Those pinwheels are awesome. Love what you created, beautiful work.

  46. 2.17.12

    eleganlly cute cards love’m

    Thanks for sharing
    Pam
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    http://www.craftswithpamandpresley.blogspot.com

  47. 2.18.12
    marymac said:

    love the embossing and your pinwheel is adorable

  48. 2.18.12
    Kathyb said:

    Such a striking card … Congratulations!

  49. 2.18.12
    Jeana said:

    Both of your cards are stunning!

  50. 2.18.12
    Cassie said:

    your thank you card ROCKS! the crisp graphic design is so eye-catching! thanks for the chance to win goodies!