ATASDA runs challenges for members from time to time. They might be a Round Robin, a topic to explore between meetings, a collaborative project or a themed project with a specific purpose. Sometimes they result in a display or exhibition. Challenges may be for the individual to work alone or a group of several working together.

Challenges create a sense of community by members working with or alongside other members, sharing the joy of making. Often a challenge brings people out of their comfort zone to try something different.