I know this is off topic, but I don't know where else to ask. So many ppl here have really cool avatars. How do I go about creating one for myself? I googled the net last night, but didn't find anything that looks like what ppl here have (no cool sparkly colors or great artwork).

BTW, Petunia, I was amazed at your great hugs thread. All I want is to create one little avatar and you can create beautiful individualized hugs in the blink of an eye.

Elizabeth