Another great challenge. Love these mashups. Thanks for hosting all this year, Ester. I used from Rachel's goodies: tape, staples, word strip, scatter, and bits of paper. Used from Anna's goodies: tape, staples, word strip, scatter, and bits of paper.

This challenge was about a holiday tradition. My sister and I started one with Peyton. She started pre-K this year and loves books. She can't wait to learn how to read. So we did a book advent calendar for her starting December 1- 24. Peyton was extra-excited every day to open a new book. Used...

Super interesting challenge. Loved all the different versions. Thanks for hosting, Kay. Used Anna Aspnes' APP Mint Blizzard.

Great challenge focused on the same photo. Used Anna Aspnes' APP Mint Blizzard. Thanks for looking.

Ok, I know this is late. But I wanted to add my art, cuz this is one of my fav challenges of the year. Thanks for hosting, A. Happy Holidays to you and yours.

Dang it, I've been really enjoying my spiked eggnog so much that I got distracted from posting my art for this challenge. Hope everyone's holiday was just as fun. I used the Christmas Tree Star Cluster as my focal. Add some snowflake glows to fill in the "branches." More info on the...

Thank you so much. I’m thrilled about my inclusion in the newsletter.

Such an interesting challenge. Thanks for hosting, Jeanette. My gift is observation and insight. Used Anna Aspnes' APP Gelid & Reflection.

My gift to my family and friends is my observation and insight. I'm a thinker, I think about everything. And I watch and observe. I notice patterns in my life and others. And I ponder why things are the way they are. Many have told me that my advice is invaluable. That I really listen and...

Always love a border challenge. Thanks for hosting, Vicky. Used ET Designs to create my border.

Love this,. Also love that you took pictures of his birthday cake every year.

Holiday perfection.

That baby is so stinking cute. Love how you captured this precious funny moment.

Wonderful Art celebrating her fun day.

Absolutely adore everything. Sure looks like Texas to me.

You perfectly captured your dear friendships over the years. What a special joy these friendships must bring you. Love the photos from treasured days gone by.. And your coloring and balance is superb.

Thank you. I’ve always been surprised by how many things in nature are so beautiful yet so deadly. Yes, the holidays could be nasty for many. I truly hope people take the necessary precautions. But who am I kidding, sadly many won’t. Happy holidays to you and yours.

Thanks for hosting, A! I'm back doing covid art again, big sigh. A kind member pointed out that I have a spelling error — it’s like the artist version of having spinach in your teeth. I did correct it at my home version, but it should be deadly.

I'm fascinated by images of the covid virus. The pictures can look both deadly ominous and oddly beautiful. It's shape is also intriguing, a cell-like virus with spikes. Description by the National Institute of Health: The spikes on the surface of coronaviruses give this virus family its name –...

Thanks, Ona, for your encouragement and hints. I, agree, Susan did a great organizing this game. But it's still tricky for me. I've tried several times and still can only find 7 things. My problem is that there are several generic items that can be found in several designers stash like a Santa...