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Thursday, July 26, 2012

The Play Date Cafe Says Farewell...



Welcome to a very bittersweet week here in The Cafe.

It is time to say farewell to four amazing designers
with this week's challenge.
These designers have been part of The Play Date Cafe team
for nearly two full years and really have become family.

We want to celebrate each of these ladies and share an
individual wish for each of them...

What can we say about Savvy?!!

Savannah started designing with our team in
March, 2010 at Challenge #21
and has been a part of our Senior Design Team
since Jan, 2011.  She has been one of the
biggest ambassadors for our challenge and a
huge encourager within our team privately.
She inspired our players with everything from
cards to cupcakes...literally!

Savannah...as life brings you new opportunities within
your personal & creative life, we wish you all of the
blessings that God has to offer!

Kind-Hearted Jinny!

She joined The Cafe team in January, 2011
with Challenge #64.  Her designs have been so
very inspirational to our players & it's been a
wonderful experience for our team to watch her grow
as she continues to be the feature in so many publications.

Jinny...there are so many wonderful opportunities that
have come knocking at your door and while you have
always given our challenge priority, we are so happy to
finally share you with more of the paper-crafting world
and can't wait to see what's next for you!

Colleen...What an Inspiration!

Col joined our team as our 3rd Private Blend Designer
in January, 2011 at Challenge #63 and became a permanent 
member of our team in in August of that same year.
When she joined our Senior Design Team, she became our
'internal' team newswoman, sharing all of the shout outs
and accolades within our team as a way of encouraging
our team members during their creative journeys.
We were all especially moved when she shared her
personal challenge as her sweet daughter suffered
from bulimia & then shared it with the world.

Colleen...we know that you are making room for new
challenges within your personal life but know you'll never
be far away.  We pray that the doors you need opened,
will open in abundance & that every good thing will be yours!


'Shabby AND Chic...Denise!

Denise became a part of our team in
August, 2011 at Challenge #93 and became
an inspiration to all of our players who enjoy the
'shabby-chic' design aesthetic.
She has always been an encouragement to our team.

Denise...as you continue on your creative journey
we want you to know how much we appreciate what
you've brought to our challenge and that your work is
truly a gift.  Many blessings as you continue to
find your creative path.


It's time for a new challenge with the fantastic 
suggested colors of . . . 

Cobalt...Goldenrod...Peony

This week's 'Cup of the Week' will enjoy a prize from


The Play Date Cafe Prize Vault




Now for inspiration from
The Play Date Design Team...


















Please follow THE PLAY DATE CAFE RULES 
{on our left sidebar} carefully to enter
Deadline for prizes is 11:59pm EST on Tuesday 
The 'Cup of the Week' will be announced 
during the next challenge
We want you to enjoy this challenge!
Interpret the colors the way you see them
We do not use specific card stock color names or brands
The main requirements are:
PDCC COLORS BE THE
FOCUS OF YOUR SUBMISSION
and 
THE PROJECT BE BASED ON THE CURRENT
CHALLENGE AND HAVE NOT BEEN POSTED
PRIOR TO THE CURRENT CHALLENGE DATE
When using additional colors, 
they must be limited to neutrals.
You are welcome to combine challenges, 
but we do ask that:
1. The PDCC name and/or photo is used 

2. OUR colors are the focus of the card.
See complete rules on sidebar at left





The Fab 4
The Cream in our Coffee
and
THE CUP of the WEEK

Another great challenge has come to a close.
A very warm thank you to all who entered.
This challenge is only successful because of YOU
so please, PLEASE play with us again!


This Week's Fab 4...
(in alphabetical order)



The Fab can proudly display the
'I Made the Fab 4'
badge on their blogs!

The Cream in our Coffee...
( honorable mentions in random order) 

5
Judy1223
15
Alison
23
Ann Y
35
Helen B
36
Michelle W
64
Rudlis
65
Lisa
71
Erin M
76
Melisa H

This group can proudly display the
'Cream in Our Coffee'
badge on their blogs!

and
 
The Cup of the Week...



Tracey - TRace's Tri's


Tracey wins the shopping spree from


and can proudly display the
'Cup of the Week' Badge
Cup of the Week Winners
please contact Julie Ranae atjulieranae@hotmail.com
with your mailing address to receive your prize


Wednesday, July 25, 2012

New Designers Reveal...Final Day!


We are coming to you early this week to reveal
the brand new designers who will be joining our
team here at The Play Date Cafe.
Today is the final day of our reveal
and we are really excited to share these
final two designers with you.



Here at The Play Date Cafe,
we have a spot we call the...
 It is an invitation-only spot
reserved for designers who capture
our attention for what they bring to
the paper-crafting world and for what
they can add to the design aesthetic of our team.
Only a handful of designers have been asked
to fill this role & we're sure you will love
the ladies who have been invited this term.
We are honored they accepted our invitation
and are thrilled they are able to join us! 


Our first PBD was introduced to you a few weeks ago
as a guest here in The Cafe.  It was shortly after that 
we knew she'd be the perfect addition because of
her unique style in card-making.

Please welcome...



"Hi, Amy Tsuruta here of Tsuruta Designs!  I'm thrilled to be a Private Blend Designer here at The Play Date Cafe!  I live in the fabulous state of Washington with my 2 lovely kids.  I'm engaged to thee most spectacular guy that absolutely supports my obsession of crafting:)  I work full time for a design firm located in Seattle so I do most of my crafting on the weekends.
I've been actively blogging since November 2007 and love the paper crafting community.  There is so much inspiration out there!!!
I'm so very thankful for the design teams that I am on AND my former design teams.  I continue to learn new things, meet new people and have been thoroughly enjoying myself through the process.  I love to inspire and BE inspired."


We add another Texan to our team as
a PBD and are very excited that she will
be specializing in layouts to inspire
more of our scrapbooking friends to share 
their work in our Cafe Gallery.

Please welcome...



"I am a wife and a mom. I am also “Nini” to five beautiful “grands”. I have been scrapbooking for over twelve years and I know I will never tire of it. I hope to never lose the thrill of pretty paper 
or shiny embellies!
I live on a ranch in the Texas hill country with my hubby and all of our deer, cows and armadillos. Most of my inspiration comes from the “grands”, but also from the wonder of nature that surrounds me every day. Living on a ranch has enabled me to capture unique photos that I am able to share with my family and friends. I'm also known to throw in some vintage flair when I can and monthly junkin' trips are a must!!!
Please check out my blog at http://www.craftygoodies.com "


What an amazing group of designers we have joining
us here in The Cafe.  We know you will enjoy their
creative designs each week and can't wait for them
to officially start designing with us beginning
August 2nd.


We hope you plan to join us tomorrow as we say farewell
to some very special ladies...they've been a part of The Cafe
team for a l.o.n.g. time and we want to make sure you
enjoy their inspirational work once again.

Until then, please make sure you 
visit our newest designer's blogs and
leave them some love...

they totally deserve it!


Tuesday, July 24, 2012

New Designers Reveal Day #2



We are coming to you early this week to reveal
the brand new designers who will be joining our
team here at The Play Date Cafe.
Over the next three days, you'll get to know each one
a little more personally before they start on their
journey with us August 2nd.

So let's get started .....


Our next creative gal comes from
Pittsburgh PA....
home of Heinz ketchup & now
a Cafe designer!

Please welcome...



"Hi there! My name is Anya Schrier, and I am over-the-moon excited to be joining The Play Date Café Design Team!  I live in Pittsburgh, PA, home of Heinz Ketchup and Penguins hockey.  I work full time for a natural gas utility company where I am responsible for environmental compliance and permitting.  I am married to my high school sweetheart and mom to two doggies.  When I am not papercrafting, I like to bake, bird watch, walk, and scuba dive.  I am proud to be a part of several Design Teams and I love to share my crafty ventures on my blog, Life Is What You Make It. (www.aschoss.blogspot.com)
It is a dream come true to be a part of one of my favorite challenge blogs!"


Our next designer now lives in
South Dakota by way of 
AZ, MI, TX,
WV, KY, PA
Can anyone say...
"Where in the world is..."




"Hi! My name is Jocelyn Olson. My husband, two kids and I live in South Dakota. I grew up in the Phoenix suburbs, but since high school, I’ve lived in Michigan, Texas, South Dakota, West Virginia (by Pittsburgh), Kentucky, northern Pennsylvania, and now back in South Dakota where my husband is from. After two years, I’m still trying to get used to the cold.

I was always a crafty kid, but I jumped into the scrapbooking world right before my daughter was born—I thought it would be a good idea to make 100+ handmade birth announcements with a newborn. A couple of years later, I discovered the stamping world, and lately, I’ve been using more and more digital stamps and elements. Primarily, I’m a card maker, but I love to try just about any kind of papercrafting projects. I’ve been so fortunate enough to have been published in Paper Crafts Magazine and work on some terrific design teams. I am thrilled to be joining the PDCC DT!"



We are so excited to have both of these talented ladies join one
of the best design teams in the color challenge world!

Don't forget, Wednesday we reveal our final designers!

Until then, please make sure you 
visit their blogs and
leave them some love...

they totally deserve it!

Details for this week's Color Story
Can Be Found HERE

Monday, July 23, 2012

New Designers Reveal Day #1


We are coming to you early this week to reveal
the brand new designers who will be joining our
team here at The Play Date Cafe.
Over the next three days, you'll get to know each one
a little more personally before they start on their
journey with us August 2nd.

So let's get started .....


Our first designer comes from the 
Sooner State of Oklahoma....
you know, where 'royalty' comes from!

Please welcome...



"Hi! I am a wife, and stay at home Mother of two sweet little boys. Whenever I have a free moment I am playing in my craft room! I was first introduced to stamping in 2003 when I was invited to a neighborhood card making club. I soon fell in love with all things stampy, and have been going non-stop ever since. I have had an amazing year not only being a Paper Crafts magazine World Card Making Day winner, but also being chosen as 2012 Stamping Royalty as well. I have been published numerous times, and I am loving every minute of this ride! I am thrilled to be a part of The Play Date Cafe Design Team, and I can't wait to see what you create!  
Come visit my blog anytime!"


Our next designer is from the 
great state of Texas and is
one of the most creative Marines 
we know!

Please welcome...



"My name is Angi Barrs and I am thrilled to be a first time designer here at The Play Date Café.  I live in “Terrific Texas” with my teenage daughter. I’m frequently in San Diego as well visiting my oldest daughter too. I’m a full-time Jr. High school teacher and my background includes journalism, photography, and I have proudly served my country in the U.S. Marine Corps.
I’m craft obsessed! Not only do I make cards, but I frequently make altered projects , home décor, and party favors as well. I’ve gotten to design for some fabulous manufacturers, and have had my work published in several crafty magazines.  You can find my designs at the Cokie Pop Paper Boutique. 
I am so looking forward to working with this inspiring team!"


Our next designer comes to us from the
Buckeye state of Ohio 
and is a self-proclaimed nerd!
If this is the work of a nerd, 
then we say 'the more the merrier!'

Please welcome...


"Hello! My name is Lynn Adams and you can find me at Artsy Lynn or on Flickr.  My creative journey started several years ago, when I began scrapbooking with my mother and sister. Since then, I have dabbled in a little bit of everything, but have come to really enjoy digital scrapbooking, and more recently, mixed media work. My specialty is art journaling and I also love drawing and painting my own sketches. I get my artistic inspiration from my faith, nature, color, and of course from so many other creative minds out there!   I also have to add that I am just about the biggest nerd out there--I teach math, and I play geeky board and role-playing games, and even attend game conventions. I am new to the online paper crafting community, so I am very thankful for the chance to be a part of The Play Date Cafe!"


We are so excited to have these three talented ladies join one
of the best design teams in the color challenge world!

Don't forget, Tuesday & Wednesday we will be sharing the
rest of the new designers with you.

Until then, please make sure you 
visit their blogs and
leave them some love...

they totally deserve it!



Details for this week's Color Story
Can Be Found HERE

Thursday, July 19, 2012

The Play Date Cafe PDCC141



It's time for another fabby challenge here in The Cafe.

Before we get to it, we are very excited to tell you the
new designers who will be joining our team will
be revealed beginning next Monday, July 23rd.
You will not beLIEVE the talent that will be
joining us and we have another fabulous surprise,
as we've invited 
aNOTHer Private Blend Designer
to join us as well!
It's going to be an awesome season!


This week suggested colors are...

Mint
Soft Yellow
Coral
Tulip


We are happy to welcome back our sponsor


DRS Designs - a family owned company since 1950 - 
boasts hundreds of original rubber
stamp designs. All images are available fully mounted, completely unmounted or mounted
on cling cushion and are proudly hand crafted in the USA. 
Our rubber stamp collection includes a wide assortment of images including sentiments for all occasions, easy
background designs and fun technique stamps such as our 
stained glass and plaid designs.
The DRS Designs website features a huge card sample gallery, online demos and tips, a secure shopping area and more. Be sure to visit our daily blog with posts from our fantastic
design team for inspiration and ideas.


Our 'Cup of the Week' will win...

   
Our designers want to thank DRS Designs
for providing rubber stamps for all of our
designers this week.



Now for inspiration from
The Play Date Design Team...


















Please follow THE PLAY DATE CAFE RULES 
{on our left sidebar} carefully to enter
Deadline for prizes is 11:59pm EST on Tuesday 
The 'Cup of the Week' will be announced 
during the next challenge
We want you to enjoy this challenge!
Interpret the colors the way you see them
We do not use specific card stock color names or brands
The main requirements are:
PDCC COLORS BE THE
FOCUS OF YOUR SUBMISSION
and 
THE PROJECT BE BASED ON THE CURRENT
CHALLENGE AND HAVE NOT BEEN POSTED
PRIOR TO THE CURRENT CHALLENGE DATE
When using additional colors, 
they must be limited to neutrals.
You are welcome to combine challenges, 
but we do ask that:
1. The PDCC name and/or photo is used 

2. OUR colors are the focus of the card.
See complete rules on sidebar at left




The Fab 4
The Cream in our Coffee
and
THE CUP of the WEEK

Another great challenge has come to a close.
A very warm thank you to all who entered.
This challenge is only successful because of YOU
so please, PLEASE play with us again!


This Week's Fab 4...
(in alphabetical order)



The Fab can proudly display the
'I Made the Fab 4'
badge on their blogs!

The Cream in our Coffee...
( honorable mentions in random order) 

3
Christine
4
Kate
13
Gayatri
25
Janice W
49
Regina Easter
58
Lin
67
Sent Sue
70
Nancy in Iowa
86
Bonnie

This group can proudly display the
'Cream in Our Coffee'
badge on their blogs!

and
 
The Cup of the Week...


Kelly L~ You and Your Big Dreams


Kelly wins the shopping spree from

Simon Says Stamp

and can proudly display the 
'Cup of the Week' Badge
Cup of the Week Winners
please contact Julie Ranae atjulieranae@hotmail.com
with your mailing address to receive your prize