The BIG, Month Long, Fresh Brewed Challenge

HELLO!!!!

I hope you all enjoyed the hop! What? You MISSED the hop? Well go back and start here at Rhonda's blog because you will NOT see the new images here today! You will HAVE to hit the hop to see what is Fresh Brewed TODAY!!! (the hop will be hyperlinked here to the direct posts all the way at the end of this post so that you can do the hop any time during the month for a chance to win!!!)
For those of you who did hop.. WOW right? The girls really went all out. I am still picking my jaw off the floor!

I have been talking for over a week now about a SURPRISE and FUN and MORE so... lets start this party off with a song!!! ((**I have never seen the Rocky Horror Pic Show, so this is only in ref to this ever so fun and cute song :) It put some pep in my morning ;) AND you are going to need it, this post is rather long.... lol!!!) Enjoy!

HAHAHA!!!! That's funny stuff, I don't care who ya are :D!!!

OK
On to the surprise

This post was kept a secret from my design team for this very reason... the surprise is FOR THEM!!!

Meet the Fresh Brewed Design teamI, with the help of a few other wonderful people, have collected some amazing shop sponsors and a few prizes just to honor them and show them just how much they are appreciated. I do not think many of us understand how much our DT goes through to create inspiring cards FOR US. They take time out of their daily lives, loose sleep often and give their all because they are committed but most importantly want to share with us. I want to let my DT know that I absolutely LOVE them to pieces :) They are the best group of ladies I have ever met and am so blessed to have you all in my life.

Now, those of you reading this... do not feel left out just because you are not on my DT... these fabulous sponsors are not only offering up a prize for the DT, but the same prize for you as well!!! This post will remain here for the full month of August ((BECAUSE I AM HONORING MY DT NOT ONLY WITH PRIZES BUT THE MONTH OFF!!!)) That means you will have PLENTY of time to create and play along. What is the challenge you ask??? I will announce it after you browse through all the awesome prizes up for grabs!!!
Off you go!!!

Thank you again to all the sponsors!!! You MADE this day what it is and I am soo grateful!!!

Creations By AR
(2 prizes: One for a challenge participant and
one for the DT)

Haute Tote Template

The Stamping Boutique

(2 prizes: one for a challenge participant and one for the DT)
2 Free Digis :
KK and Little Girl with Balloon

In A Scrap Creations

(2 prizes: one for a challenge participant and one for the DT)

Bugaboo Stamps

(2 prizes: one for a challenge participant and one for the DT)
7 Free Digis


In Style Stamps


(2 prizes: one for a challenge participant and one for the DT)
1 free digi of choice


****Challenge participant only prizes****
ONE FREE CUSTOM MADE IMAGE
BY FRESH BREWED DESIGNS


******DT ONLY PRIZES*******up for grabs
One Large Tee Scrappers are Acid Free
(new not worn, lol. this is mine...)



Hand Knit Travel Mug Wrap by my lovely and talented sister
and $5 Starbucks Gift Card

Fun Grab Bag o Stuff

Hand Knit Travel Mug Wrap by my lovely and talented sister

and a Take along Coffee First Aid Kit and
DT card pictured above

OK ... are you wowed?!?! I can not tell you how thankful I am. Such a blessing you all are!!! and all that being said leads up to my challenge! I want you to choose a DT member, mother, father, sister, friend, service worker... anyone you want to THANK that does not get THANKED enough. There are so many people who do things for us on a day to day basis that probably do not get told thank you, I appreciate you ... and that one little thing just may make their day! So lets spread some smiles and share our gratitude with others.
When posting to the challenge, please add your direct link into the inlinkz below. IF you create with a Fresh Brewed image, you will be added twice ... and the more cards you make, the better your chances are to win! Spread the word!!! Play along and THANK YOU for your support and love. Fresh Brewed Designs would not be what it is not only with out the DT, but without you as well.

Oh, did you know that Fresh Brewed Designs turns 1 this month!!! There is another little challenge / surprise / fun thing going on over at CDAC to celebrate. Come join in on that too!!!

Thanks for reading this LONG post!!! :) If you are tired, go back up and watch the vid again :) HAHA!!!

Hugs and have a BLESSED DAY!

Hop Order:

• Rhonda
• Kelly
• Jeanette (guest)
• Stacy
• Amanda (guest)
• Barbara
• Jenn
• Joyce (guest)
• Grace
• Heather

Link your THANK YOU creations here:

Freshly Brewed Challenge #13

Realignment
by Karen Suriano

the spying eyes of sunrise find
me stumbling bumbling to the kitchen blind
coherent thought is undermined
sleep slugs, grey matter intertwined
lurch on undaunted, the freezer is mined
of roasted nirvana for electric grind
scoop and measure the unrefined
then water, heat and bean combined
hiss and gurgleshout most unkind
but aroma kisses with peace of mind
before first sip, much was maligned
but after, my outlook is realigned

11/08/2005

HEHEHE!!! OK, this is sooo me!!! I get up with one eye open one eye squinty and go straight to my coffee pot!
I do hope this poem made you smile a little. I did a google search and stumbled across this and just wanted to share.

SOOO are you ready for another Freshly Brewed Challenge?
How about a little INSPIRATION???

Pic from Waverly Sun and Shade

I would love to see how this picture inspires you. Colors, theme, layout ... anything goes! Be sure to check out the DT blogs and see how this picture inspired them to create their beautiful and oh so fun creations.

Jennifer

Rhonda




Heather

Are you feeling inspired yet? I sure hope so!!! I have a little secret brewing but you will not know anything about it until AUGUST 4th for the new image release and blog hop and new challenge!!!
Don't even try to stalk the DT about it... they are just as in the dark as you are ;) Oh how I love being sneaky! :)


Be sure to leave a direct link to your creation in the inlinkz below. Have a fantastic week!!!

WOAH!! Hold up! Wait a minute!!! I have a NEW IMAGE ready to hop into your inbox... for your chance all you have to do is head over to the CDAC Fresh Brewed Group (join if you already have not) and create / share a Fresh Brewed Fun Foods card with us!!!

Freshly Brewed Challenge 12 {{Sketch}}

Good Morning all you coffee loving peeps!!!
((or OJ lovin, tea lovin, hot cocoa lovin, coke lovin and so on))
*smile*

I hope you are all enjoying your morning and not squinting through one opened eye like I am :D We have another challenge to get your day started here at Freshly Brewed Challenges ... but first lets announce last weeks Christmas in July winner. I am sooo ready for Christmas and cooler crisp weather now, aren't you? Well, maybe a little bit :D

Here are your random numbers:

29 Timestamp: 2010-07-21 11:03:05 UTC

Hazel at My Crafty Outlook :please check out the shop and email me (freshbreweddesigns at yahoo dot com) with your image of choice! Thanks so much for playing along.

Now, on to the challenge! We have a sketch prepared for you to get your mojo flowing. Remember, I am pretty easy going with my sketches... you can flip, twist, take a little away, add a little, as long as I can SEE THE MAIN PARTS OF THE SKETCH you are good to go.

THE SKETCH

The LOVELY DT cards using FBD Sketch 3

Stacy

Barbara

Kelly

Heather

Rhonda

Please leave a direct link to your card using the inlinkz provided. Can not wait to see what you create!!!

Have a SUPER weekend!!!

PLEASE GO HERE FOR THE CURRENT
FRESH BREWED CHALLENGE!!!

I made this card for my sister's birthday. She is an amazing crafter and knitter... I am amazed when I see the things she does with those clanking needles and yarn! WOW!!! I never was able to do that stuff! Do you remember on the old batman shows how they would have a big BAM on the screen when they would get hit. That is where the PURL sentiment comes into play. She got a kick out if it I think ;). This image was created just for her and is available upon request.. but I did create another image similar and her name is Super Super Girl. She and the little extras you see on this card are now available in the shop.

Hope you have a SUPER SUPER WEEKEND!

Free Kids Printable

Scroll down to the next post for the current Freshly Brewed Challenge!

I created a few seasonal coloring pages for my kids and thought you could use one for your kids on a rainy summer day to give them something to do. My kids actually sat for almost an hour coloring this morning :D EEeee! :) lol!

There may or may not be more of these printables floating around the other Fresh Brewed Sites *my blog included* Please leave a comment and let me know if you snag them and if your kids enjoy them!
Thanks!!!

Freshly Brewed Challenge 11

Good Morning. I hope you have your fresh brewed cup of joe and are ready to take on whatever the day brings you. We really enjoyed all the summery cards you all submitted last week!

Our winner is:

Here are your random numbers: 14 Timestamp: 2010-07-14 03:47:02 UTC

Angela at Body, Mind, Spirit and STAMPS

please check out the shop and email me (freshbreweddesigns at yahoo dot com) with your image of choice! Thanks so much for playing along.

WOW!!! I think many of you will agree that this summer is flying by. My daughter has started Summer Dance Intensive at a new dance school and is having a blast ... but that means I am getting back in the swing of leaving the house during the week :/ lol! School is just around the corner and busy days are coming again.Homeschool, cooking, cleaning, dance, whatever our son chooses to do this year as his extracurricular activity... sigh ... Summer does not seem anywhere near as long as it was when I was young. That all being said... Christmas is JUST around the corner! WEll, not really, but it is creeping up on us. I have always been fascinated by Christmas in July themes. Our DT member Jenn reminded me of this when I was stumped for challenges. I was so excited about it. It has been so hot here, this was like my little escape from the melt you when you step out the door heat. I hope you will enjoy creating a cool card as well.

Our Challenge 11 is: (opposite of last week)

CHRISTMAS IN JULY!!!

Show us your wintery images and cool us down with some shimmery snow! Whatever says Christmas in July to you, bring it! :D

Here are a few cards created to inspire you using Fresh Brewed Designs images:

Jennifer
wHo wHo wHo

Rhonda
All I want for Christmas is YOU!



Heather

Whistlin' Snow Buddy
Ice Skating Angel Cake

NOTE:
Fresh Brewed Designs is proudly sponsoring Sunday Sketch and Stamp this week, so please stop in and play along! You have a chance to win 3 images if you do!!! (4 if you play in both ;)!!

Please leave a direct link to your card using the inlinkz provided. Can not wait to see what you create!!!

Fresh Brewed Challenge 10

Good Morning!

It is the first Wednesday of the month and you know what that means? It means a new challenge .. yes... but it also means it is time for a NEW IMAGE RELEASE!!! Thank you to everyone who participated in the blog hop to celebrate the new release.
The winner of three free images is : The Inky Igloo!!!
Congratulations

Remember, if you are spotted with the FBD badge on your sidebar and have it linked to the challenge blog, you could be an on the spot winner!!! While your at it, join the CDAC group. I know once we get it rolling it will be lots of fun!

Thank you to everyone who participated in last weeks challenge!
The winner of one free image is:

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers: 6

Timestamp: 2010-07-07 05:57:26 UTC

It's A Scrappy World
be sure to email me at freshbreweddesigns at yahoo dot com
with your image choice!

OK, on to the challenge for the week
SUMMERTIME!!!
Anything summery and fun.

Here are some lovely samples the DT created for you as inspiration


Stacy

Barbara

Kelly

Mary

Jenn

Rhonda


Heather



We cant wait to see your Summery creations!
Please leave a direct link to your card using the inlinkz provided. Can not wait to see what you create!!!