how it works and which patterns we are supposed to use? I think the idea of a monthly challenge sounds like a ton of fun, and a chance for everyone to show what they can do with the same types of designs. Thank you.

Sue covered it very well. I like the challenges, and it gets you to try something knew sometimes. Its fun to read the comments from others when you post your project or look at others projects.
Have fun!!
Diane

We just try to find something a bit different each month to help people "think outside the box". In the first challenge we all took the same design and triewd to use it in a different way. If you type "Sunflower Challenge" into the Google custom search box on the right you will get links to the projects.
For the May challenge, you must include flowers and use Veronika's designs (eg from this site). It is good if you can use a technique which is new to you.
When you have finished, post a picture of your work in the "Projects" section (with May Challenge" in the title so everyone can see it.
Hope that helps.