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yeah so I didn't mess up completely...how would you set the "date" up? drop some hints beforehand or just escalate when you're out with her?
"I'd like to take you out for a coffee/drinks etc, are you free on (some day here) ?"
This is direct no beating around the bush. I always do this and if the girl is into you they never say no. Also it's a good way to know if she is into you or just being friendly. Even if she turns you down you showed her that you are a man and she might introduce you to her single friend, you never know.
Also escalating when you are together is a good idea. But you have to let her know that you are interested in her more than just friends somehow.