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Keeping the candles lit and the mood festive

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Well there’s no denying that holiday time is here.  Christmas lights are out, the holiday music is going non-stop in every single retail store, whether they’re selling food, hardware, clothing, or the most expensive jewelry.   In early December (like now), it all feels festive and fun… especially the lights, I just love the sparkle.  However, I know that by the end of the month, it will be “enough already”, but that point is still off in the (maybe not too distant) future.  For now, I’m going to hang decorate my SL home and property, keep the candles lit and enjoy the music and the decorations!!!  Happy December!!!!

  • Fireplace w/ Wall & Lights:  CJ Creations – Christmas Cozy Fireplace Set with Matches.  Includes fireplace,  fire/logs, luxury wall decor with wood & material (optional in pack), wall lights (blinking), rug, & more (see the ad below).  Everything is copy/mod, so you can adjust as needed.  Really sets the Christmas mood, & is more beautiful than a single pic can show!
  • Candles:  Potted – Festive Melting Candles.  These candles are so cool, they light on click & burn for two hours, slowly melting till they burn out, then just click to relight!  Candles come in 6 colors or as a fatpack, with each candle sitting in a charming little circlet of leaves.  See the closeup below for better detail.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Retreat, open thru Dec 10th.
  • Pose:  Empower – Fancy.  Set of 6 (dare I say it, “fancy”?) poses, available individually or as a discounted fatpack, found EXCLUSIVELY at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Retreat, open thru Dec 10th.  (NOTE: Pose does not include the candle; I added that for creative purposes)
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Doux – Dani
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae Eyes
  • Makeup:  Cazimi – Bewitched
  • Skirt & Top:  GGVG Fashion – Umbra
  • Stockings:  Luna Chelsea – Natalie (worn in pumpkin)
  • Jewelry:  Heartsdale Jewelry – Krystanna Heritage Collection; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Sara Heels
  • Jian – Samoyed Puppies

 

Snowball champs, ready for the next fight

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Oh my, I had so much fun with this pic!!!  Now that I live in Florida, snow (not to mention snowball fights!!!) seems so distant and so wonderful…  Lots of fun memories from real life and quite a few here on the grid over the years (and that freezing down to the bone chill is receding into the distance)… and who knows? I’m heading up north for Christmas… maybe a snowball fight is in my future (though my line of defense will be small children, not gnomes and dogs lol!!!)  Happy weekend and happy shopping!!!!

  • Gnomes (front row of defense):  Dreamland Designs – Angel Gnomes.  Two versions, red & green, with built-in resizer.  At specially discounted Energy Weekend price, through Dec 4th.  See ad below.
  • Gnomes (back row of defense):  TM Creations – Gnomes Winter Scene.  Walkable winter scene with snowy rocks, plantings, & gnome statues.  100% mesh, copy/modify & completely unlinkable so you can rearrange to fit your decor as you want!  EXCLUSIVELY available with a 10% discount at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Retreat, open thru Dec 10th.  See ad below.
  • Pose:  Tardfish – Snowball Juggles.  Such a fun winter animation!  Includes two snowballs in a juggling loop plus the snowball bucket.  It’s an animesh accessory, so the detail is fabulous!!!  EXCLUSIVELY available with a 25% discount at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Retreat, open thru Dec 10th.  See ad below.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:   Besom – Aidia
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae Eyes
  • Outfit:  Yasum Design – Sissy Jumpsuit, Jacket, & Boots; available at the Uber Christmas Faire
  • Jewelry:  Earthstones – Sentiments Necklace; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Igloo w/ Dog:  Jian – Classic St. Bernards Decor Set

Hello winter!

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I live on a four-season parcel on a truly fabulous estate; last week I logged in after being off SL for a few days with all the Thanksgiving hubbub, and my home had become a winter wonderland.  I love it!  However,  it does require a great deal of re-landscaping for the multitude of home decor items that I’ve used to decorate my property.  I was thrilled to find this gorgeously detailed gazebo that merits permanent placement since it includes seasonal textures that will keep it perfect all year round!

Fallen New York (FNY) Design – Seasonal Vintage Gazebo.    Includes a menu for changing the overall texture of the gazebo (vintage, abandoned, frozen), plus 3 seasonal textures, including snow! See the ad below for views of all three seasons… simply stunning year-round!  EXCLUSIVELY available with a 50% discount at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Retreat, open thru Dec 10th.

Also shown:

Dirty Laundry

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I don’t know about you, but I am sick to death of both the news and political advertising.  Yes, news is important, but the vast majority of “breaking news” is no longer breaking… and so much of what passes as news today really is just “dirty laundry”.  And just like the song lyrics, even the worst tragedy is presented with “a gleam in her (let’s just say their) eye”…  As someone who originally studied journalism  with the goal of working in that industry, I’m so very glad that I ended up elsewhere in life…  That said, I’m as eager as the next one to hear the headlines; I just want it to be “real” news, not rehashed over “older” news, with just one more viewpoint added on top of it.  That is just not news.  Be what it may, it’s here to stay, though sadly the printed version is rapidly disappearing.  I always loved perusing the titles hanging at the corner newsstand, especially when the proprietor allowed you to thumb through to see if it was worth a purchase.  And nothing, NOTHING, goes better with a newspaper (or with anything really lol) than a cup of coffee…as for looking good while doing just that? That NEVER goes out of style!!!  And that’s a news flash!!!!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Ella Turtleneck Outfit.  Ella is one of those snuggly outfits that just makes you feel all warm & cozy, but with her skintight leggings you look absolutely fabulous! (My partner even gave several unsolicited compliments as to how I looked in this!)  Ella is perfect for relaxing on a cool windy evening but with the matching stiletto heels, she is also ready to go out for work, shopping, or what have you.  She is available in 9 individual colors or in a HUD-driven Fatback of 10 that lets you mix & match, all with 100% Original Textures.  She’s sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Freya, Maitreya, eBody Reborn, Kalhene &  Kupra, & is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at the Orsy Event, open Nov 6 – 21st.  Demo available.
  • Newsstand:  Serenity Style – Old Newsstand.  Fabulously realistic, the newsstand includes the main newsstand itself, a table with optional hanging papers, a chair, & stacks of newspapers & magazines.  Includes the option to add snow to the roof.  EXCLUSIVELY available with a 50% discount at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Believe in Magic, ending soon on Nov 10th.  See the ad below.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Doux – Toxic
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Jewelry:   Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Secret Poses – Coffee Break (modified)
  • Backdrop:  Crystal – Coffee Spot Backdrop

It’s a mad world

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So I’m not a huge fan of Halloween.   I just don’t enjoy the horror side of it, and  find some of it way too creepy and unsettling.  That said, some of the items are VERY creative, and I just have to tip my hat to the inventiveness living in some designers’ minds.  So my Halloween has a touch of creepy, but nothing on the genuinely macabre or disturbing side, and you know what? That’s exactly how I like my Halloween!!! (oh, but with candy… Halloween is a great excuse for chocolate, even as an adult!!!)  Happy Halloween season!!!!

Dreamland Designs:   Evil Floating Elephant.  I honestly add some second thoughts about this guy…  he really is quite spooky & more than a little disconcerting.   But since this IS a Halloween scene, spooky is definitely what is called for, & this guy definitely adds a certain something. With big red wings, red all over his horns, splattered with what looks like blood, & with a skeleton hanging on to his trunk, he floats up & down (see the balloons???) & moves around at a decent pace (though you can stop the traveling by clicking on him).  Material enabled, copy-mod, he’s available at a reduced price at the October Designer Outlet.  See the ad below for close-up detail.
Dabble Home & Garden (formerly known as Tylar’s Treasures):  Tylar always makes the BEST stuff for Halloween.  A little tongue in cheek with a very definite sense of style, I’ve featured several of her items into this little scene:
  • Witchy Tree — shown on left.  A seemingly dead tree with lots of activity going on! Includes a hovering pumpkin witch, a vulture sitting on a branch, a sad pumpkin, & more.  (See the ad below.)   Best of all, this tree is available at the current round of Out Shop Cancer, where 100% of every sale of this tree goes toward fighting this scourge of humankind.  Help support the fight & shop with a purpose… Open through Oct 31st, the 2022 Out Shop Cancer event includes main store & marketplace shopping, a grid-wide hunt, an Out Shop Cancer Pop-up Market, special raffles, & more.  With more than 70 stores participating ranging from clothes to decor to cars to breedables, there is something for everyone!  All proceeds from this event go directly to the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer programs & services.  Shopping with a purpose has never been more important!!!  More details about this important but fun event can be found HERE.
  • Wicked Tree — shown on right.  Wonderfully spooky tree, with full bright yellow owl eyes blinking out of a hole in the trunk.  Available THIS WEEKEND ONLY for the special price of just 69L as part of the Hot Weekend Sale.  Sale ends Monday at 12A SLT.
  • Pumpkin Sitter  — shown in green, these are a bit more on the adorable side (the way I tend to prefer Halloween lol), but they glow & the kitty is animated (it wags its tail!).  It comes in 8 colors; each set includes two versions, as shown.   Available EXCLUSIVELY at The Mad Circus, an Evil Bunny Production, open Oct 8th – 31st.  (I will say, be prepared… it’s pretty creepy there lol!)

Orange Glory of Harvest Time

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It’s harvest time!  One of my favorite seasons, between the fresh air and the fantastic colors of fall, just so much to enjoy!  The air is so refreshing after that heaviness and lassitude of the summer heat, I feel energized and ready to take on the world!  And of course, at the back of my mind is the thought that this amazing season is relatively short-lived, and will soon enough give way to colder hair and harsher winds, but for now, it’s pumpkin time, and I will go join the others as we enjoy the fruits of the fall and revel in the orange!

  • Outfit:  Viki – Viviana.  Lovely medieval dress with a tartan print skirt for everyday wear.   In 6 individual colors or as a fatpack, you can match your plaid to your clan!  Viviana is sized for Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Freya & Isis, is Material Enabled, 100% Original Mesh, & is Viki’s EXCLUSIVE only at the Fallen Gods 15th Anniversary, open Oct 1st – 31st.  Demo available.
  • Garden Gate:  CJ Creations – Lost Garden Ruin Gate.   NEW RELEASE!  This lovely all-in-one set includes the gate, trees, sunflowers, stump, paver stones, grass & more (see the ad below).  Touch the lamp & the light turns on/off; it looks awesome by day or night, in just about any windlight!  On display at the main store.  
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Moccino – Boo Papaya
  • Makeup:  Mea Tenebra – Xelanah in Orange
  • Eyes:  Ojayo – Yoshi
  • Hair:  monso – Chowon2
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Stranded Swyrl Horns
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Irid Dark Wings
  • Jewelry:  Bliensen – Dreki Necklace
  • Pose:  Black Tulip – Ice Queen
  • Prop:  Ariskea – Autumn Harvest Basket

Aaaaah, Paris

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Aaaah, Paris! Just the thought of it evokes a physical response!  There have been a few times in my life when I actually considered moving there to live and work, but as it is, I haven’t been there in many many MANY years, so it has always remained that just out-of-reach fantasy.  But all things are possible in SL, so here I am on my little balcony, enjoying music and a can of Burbu Blue while Simone enjoys the view…

  • Outfit:  KiB Designs – Zuma Romper.  Adorably sexy while being comfortably casual, this romper really sets off your legs & body shape!  Includes texture HUD with 18 options, including a few with my favorite… polka dots!  Sized for Legacy, Maitreya, Kupra, & Reborn, Zuma is available EXCLUSIVELY at the Sept round of Designer Showcase, open Sept 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Cooler:  Fern Cottage – Beach Cooler Radio.  That’s right, it’s not just an awesome decor object, it’s a working land radio!  Clicking the handle opens/closes the cooler; clicking the ice when open let’s you choose a drink (which includes a drinking animation, captured in the pic); clicking the radio panel opens a menu of 11 built-in radio stations (NOTE: due to SL restrictions, you do need to own the parcel or deed the cooler to a land group for the radio to work).   Available in 6 individual solid colors with a contrasted top or in a fatpack of 8 that includes two patterns (one shown in pic).   Available EXCLUSIVELY at 25% OFF at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, open just a few more days through Sept 10th.  Demo available at the main store.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Hair:  Doux – Cece
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Jades Wedges
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Coachella Gypsy Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy – Paris Rooftop

Get Energized: The Resin Bathroom

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Dreamland Designs:   NEW & EXCLUSIVE, the Resin Bathroom Collection.  More great home decor, all material enabled, copy-mod-trans.  LOVE the materials used here & the built in wall tile surrounding the tub makes for very cozy bathtime.  Available at a special low ENERGY WEEKEND price for this weekend, Sept 2nd – 4th.

  • Resin Bathtub Booth.   Includes single & couple bento animations with speed control, in PG or Adult versions.  Blinds open & close on click, hanging lamps with on/ off script; rug included.
  • Resin Bathroom Sink Set.  Includes mirrors, hanging lights, plant, & rug.  Includes single & couple bento animations with speed control, in PG or Adult versions.  Single animations include props.
  • Resin Toilet Set.  Includes toilet, shelves, hanging towel, & both plants.  Toilet has sit, stand & read animations.

Also shown:

  • Baskets:  Your Dreams – Toilet Paper Basket; DaD – Towels Basket Bathroom; Magnum Opus – Basket Hamper with Towel; Bee Designs – Bathroom Goodies Gacha 11 (on sink)
  • Hanging on the Wall:  Magnum Opus – Towel Hooks & Towel; InsurreKtion – Ibiza Set Bathrobe
  • Duckie:  Kinokoko – Duck Bath (Honey)

Soiree Mix

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Lately I seem to always be a day late and a  dollar short, and in most cases, multiples of each… Things have just been so disrupted… there’s massive construction going on outside the window right next to my desk where I work, so between the noise and the nonstop country music that the team plays it’s been hard for me to actually sit, be creative, and get things done.  I really wanted to feature these goodies that were part of this past weekend’s Secret Sale, but just couldn’t get my act together.  The good news is that it’s all still available at the mainstore, in a beautiful display where you can experiment with all the built-in bento animations….  and if you hurry, it might still be on sale! Enjoy!!!!

Dreamland Designs:  NEW and EXCLUSIVE!!!!  I love the styling of this, the mix of the modern with the vintage and even the farmhouse…  it’s eclectic but it works, & IMHO it works fabulously! All sets are material enabled & are copy-mod-no trans.

  • Soiree Collection.   
    • Modern Couch Set.  Couch set is with bento animations (Adult or PG) plus texture changer on the pillows for 4 florals.  Includes the end tables with working lamps, plus the two pictures hanging over the couch.
    • Vintage Chair.  Chair is original mesh and comes with a texture changer for 4 different floral colors.  Available in both Adult & PG versions.
    • Moroccan Coffee Table Set.  Includes the vase & candle decor.
    • Rug Set, of 3 patterns.
  • Farmhouse Tin Console Set.  Includes “fully stocked” decor shelves, but the console itself comes “bare.”

Also shown:

  • Plants:  CIRCA – “Aziza” Hanging plant baskets; Q Creations – Bougainvillea Plant in a Pot; Anna’s Attic – Farm Pitcher Tin
  • Console Items:  Muniick – Coraline Coffee Maker & Coffee Mug Station, Wickman Saute & Sauce Pans; What Next – Harvest Cheese Board & Wine Glass & Cheese Plate; Your Dreams – Big Red, Medium White & Small White Casseroles; Bag of Groceries
  • Woven Baskets:  Fancy Decor
  • Cat Stuff:  MOoH! – Stuff Cat Pole; Mutresse – Teased Shortie Cats

 

The Summer Wind

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The end of summer is just about here.  Down south where I live the kids are already back at school; soon the snowbirds will begin to return (which means so will the traffic lol and the crowded restaurants).  And here on the grid, it definitely won’t be long before we’re sporting fall styles in the midst of swirling autumn leaves.  Part of me is sad to bid summer goodbye, but part of me can’t wait for all the crispness and colors of fall… of course, living in Florida like I do, the crispness is more in my head than in the actual weather lol, but I have a good memory and can easily recall all those years up in NY…  But for now, the summer wind is still blowing gently, and it’s time to “take a dip”!  Happy shopping!!!!

  • Bathing Suit:  United Colors – Goldy All-in-1 Swimsuit.  Awesome detail, awesome cut, & the fatpack has a totally awesome HUD that lets you choose one of 20 colors/patterns for the right side, one for the left side, & one of 5 metals for the straps, the “connector” between the two halves, & the hip chain/strap for the bottom.  Sized for Legacy, Maitreya, & Reborn.  EXCLUSIVELY available & absolutely perfect for Takin’ A Dip, the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, open Aug 18th through Sept 10th.  Demo available.
  • Pose:  Nantra – Beach Illustrated 2022.  Set of 8 bento poses, with mirrors.  Includes hide/show pose stand.  See below for the ad showing all 8 fabulous beach poses.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, themed Takin’ A Dip, open Aug 18th through Sept 10th.   Be sure to try them out!!! Demo available.
  • Cabana:  Dabble Home & Garden (formerly known as Tylar’s Treasures) – SURFRIDER Beach Shack.  Animated with bento animations for male, female, & couples in either PG or Adult versions.  Includes 6 color texture change menu.  Perfect for that special spot on the beach!  See the ad below for more details.
  • Palm Tree:  Dabble Home & Garden (formerly known as Tylar’s Treasures) – Starfish Cove Palm Decor (shown on right).  Includes palm tree with the loveliest lights, ground palm, & starfish.  Available only on Marketplace.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Hair:  Argrace – Tokiwa
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Tattoo:  Horl – Chest Orn Tattoo; SAXO – Sandy Leg Unisex
  • Sunglasses:  KC Couture – Diva Eyewear