Spring Eggs

http://Spring Eggs

OK, intellectually I get the whole egg thing for the spring, rebirth and mythological and pagan tales, but I do have to say that some designers do it better than others.  These are some of my favorites to build an “egg-celent” fantasy scene (sorry, I just couldn’t resist)…  And since all these eggs are rather on the large size & most have scales, they totally make me think of dragons.  And I do love my dragons, so I naturally snuck one in to my scene!!!!  Happy shopping!

Raindale

  • Silvermist Collection.  This is such a perfect collection for a fantasy setting!  It includes so many different items, in several different versions, so you can create exactly what you want — 3 color versions of the arch, 3 matching color versions of the platform, 3 versions each of different color eggs on pedestals (I’ve shown 2), plus 3 colored eggs to place wherever you’d like (again I’ve shown two).  Everything is copy/mod, so you can resize or use multiples to create your scene.  EVENT EXCLUSIVE, available only at Ostara’s Altar for just a few more days, through April 15th.  TP direct to their booth HERE
  • Willownut Stump.  Awesome little stump with mushrooms; includes sitting animations for single male & female… & it’s just 10L (once you find it that is!) because this is a 2023 Ostara’s Altar hunt prize! See the ad below… then good luck in your hunt!

Dabble (formerly Tylar’s Treasures) – 

  • Spring Egg – Perfect for the season & its strange association with eggs, this solitary egg steals the show with its beautiful floral pattern, golden stand, & floral ring.  Includes a resize script.  Available at the Spring Mischief Event, open just a few more days until April 15th, as a gift for the Mischief Menagerie Group.  See the ad below.
  • Baby Dragon – Animated baby dragon on rock.  Soooo cute! Dragon has a 5-color texture menu by touch… an older item, but one of my personal favorites! Available at the main store or on MP.

Hearing Your Key in the Door

http://Hearing Your Key in the Door

Another week gone, and the holidays are almost here.  I’m preparing for a drive up north with lots of stops for visiting relatives… and we’re taking our dog, which should certainly make it interesting!  So much to do, and I know it will be great, but a large part of me would just like to stay home… if only I could just TP up there and back… it would be soooo much better lol!  Not to mention time-saving… one week to go, with tons of shopping and blogging to get done before then, so I’m off!!!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Blair Dress.  Blair is one of those genre-defying short dresses… & that means she’s perfect for helping define your own style!  She includes the dress, optional sleeves, panties (yes!!!), & heels with stockings.  Complete sets are available in 12 individual colors or in a HUD-driven Fatback that lets you mix & match, all with 100% Original Textures.  She’s sized for Legacy + Perky, Maitreya + Petite,  & eBody Reborn, & is EXCLUSIVELY at the Orsy Event, open Dec 6 – 21st.  Demo available.
  • Tree:  Dabble Home & Garden (formerly known as Tylar’s Treasures) – Noel Christmas Tree with Music.  Beautifully natural looking tree, simply decorated with colored globe ornaments & lights, surrounded by wrapped presents.  Dresses up your room without overwhelming it. Touch on/off to play Frosty the Snowman; perfect for setting the holiday mood before the fire!!!  Even better, this fun piece of decor is available at 50% OFF at Winter Wonderland, Dec 9th – 30th! 
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  eXxEsS – Palma
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae Eyes
  • Tattoo:  Kira Tattoo – Ella
  • Nails:  Emicsa – Nails Set #001
  • Jewelry:  Heartsdale Jewelry – Krystanna Heritage Collection Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Stocking:  Jian – Kringle’s Kitten Stockings
  • Pose:  Amitie – with poses
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy – Snowy Cabin View

The remains of the day (beach style)…

 

http://The remains of the day (beach style)One of my favorite times of day is late in the day.  If I’m at a public beach (as I normally am, since I don’t have beach where I live), it’s after the crowds have all gone home or back to their hotel rooms or whatever, and I’m just wanting to read “just one more chapter”, many times in a row.  The shadows are lengthening, the waves have subsided as the tide goes out, it’s quiet and peaceful…  There’s the memory of the day softly fading, and the promise of tomorrow… perfect for some quiet moments of reflection… Now there are no crowds at my little personal stretch of sand here in SL, but somehow the feeling at the end of the day is still the same… and now I have the perfect little spot from which to sit, relax, enjoy and reflect…

!Tylar’s (formerly Tylar’s Treasures):  I often blog Tylar’s fantasy line so you may not realize that this amazing lady also creates fabulous beach decor!  Now that beach season is most definitely here, you might find that some of your old beachy items look a little too weather-worn and outdated (maybe with that horrid musty smell!), and that means one thing…  Time to do a beach makeover!!!!  And Tylar’s has soooo many fabulous items on sale at THE event for beach lovers, the Under the Sea Event, an Evil Bunny production, open June 4th – 14th.  I’m featuring just a few of what’s available; these items and more are specially priced at 50% OFF for the event, so it’s definitely a DO NOT MISS opportunity!  See the ads below for more detail.

  • Starfish Cove Beach Chair.  Simple wooden beach chairs, a bit faded with seaspray.  I just love the way there’s left & right chairs, with the umbrellas angled for just the right amount of intimacy.  Chairs are bento for male & female.  Touch change the texture for the umbrellas & the wood.
  • Starfish Cove Palm Decor.  A beautiful addition to any tropical setting, includes a lit palm tree with a small palm & starfish at the base.

Also shown:

  • Crate w/ drinks – Xantes – Mojito Drinks
  • Shells – Sway’s – beach shells
  • Drinks – Sway’s – summer drinking jars
  • Paddles – Dust Bunny – dreamy outing, beach paddles
  • Beach bag – Focus Poses – beach bag

There Be Dragons…

http://There Be Dragons

I do love dragons!  They are a part of fantasy lore — or even history if you believe some of the tales from ancient times (perhaps a type of dinosaur that managed to survive for a few eons???) — that seems to have universal appeal.  I myself prefer the gentle-souled version (Puff the Magic Dragon et al) as opposed to the fierce selfish destroyer (like Smaug).  But here in SL, mine are more like the mountain banshees in Avatar… wild but able to be tamed and then bound by loyalty to the one who mastered them, partners in battle, domesticated to me and ONLY me in the garden.  And oh, what a garden I’ve built for them, a riot of color, a private little hideaway where we can simply be…  Now that IS a fantasy worth having, don’t you think?

!Tylar’s (formerly Tylar’s Treasures):  I absolutely adore Tylar’s fantasy line but it always creates a problem for me… I love sooo many items, I never know quite what to choose.  Her dragons though are ALWAYS a favorite of mine, they’re SO colorful & SO unique!  Here I’m featuring four items from her store in the Faireland of Broceliande at the Fantasy Faire, open just a few more days till May 8th.  Everything there is at 25% OFF, so it’s definitely a DO NOT MISS.  You can TP direct to the booth HERE.

  • Hovering Dragon with Egg in Nest.  The adult dragon not only hovers, flaps its wings, & breathes fire, you also can hear its roar & the sounds of flapping.  6-color texture menu for the dragon, & another 6 for the egg, each of which has a glorious multi-toned texture.  Shown on far right.
  •  Animated Baby Dragon on Rock (includes plantings as well).  Absolutely adorable!  It even includes a touch menu to change the dragon’s color (5 options).  Shown in front on far left.
  • Ruins Garden, Bento.  Includes the ruined wall, the bench (which is FULL of multi-speed bento animations for singles & couples), the bird bath with animated parakeets (chirping can be turned on/off) & animated water, the climbing pink vines, the yellow flowers, & the “zebra” plants around the front.  Available in Adult & PG versions.
  • Fairy Trees with Texture Change.  Two sizes — large (featured in red in the center) & small (featured on both sides).  Both sizes have touch menus for 16 glorious fantasy colors, perfect for any fantasy garden or landscape.

Oblivis Solem :  Dreamflare Lamp.  A new release, these fantasy lamps are PERFECT for any garden, any home.  The Heavenly (white) & Regal (black) lamps are the 100% RFL DONATION items for the faire, & will only be available at their store in the faireland of The Chrysalis Gardens for the duration of Fantasy Faire (ending May 8th).  Each one includes two sizes (large shown on both sides; medium in back center) plus a controller to change the color of the light to any of 11 choices or turn it off completely (I used candlelight).  A fatpack is also available offering 8 metal variants.  You can TP direct to their store HERE.

The Perfect Spot, Boho Style

http://The Perfect Spot, Boho Style

If you’re a follower of my blog (& I certainly hope you are!), then you know that I just love boho styling, in fashion but especially in home decor.  This is an awesome set for that special corner of the room.  It looks so comfy & so inviting, and makes me want to arrange the pillows just so & curl up with the blanket, a cup of coffee, and a book!  Be sure to check it out… all pieces are sold separately, EXCLUSIVELY at the Infinity Event, open March 1st – 15th.

!Tylar’s:    

  • Indy Boho Chair Bento – Six color themes included by touch, for you to change the chair, blanket & pillows separately.  Includes bento single animations for male, female, & couples (it’s available in PG or Adult), plus dances.
  • Indy Boho Rug – Match or contrast with the themes in the chair, just by touch!
  • Indy Boho Small Cabinet – Just touch to add or clear the decor!
  • Indy Boho Floor Lamp – Touch on/off
  • Not shown:
    • Indy Boho Drapes
    • Indy Boho Dresser
    • Indy Boho Wall Art

Also shown:

Prepare for Romance at the Secret Sale

http://Prepare for Romance at the Secret Sale

It’s no secret… Valentine’s Day is on its way.  But what better way to prepare for that or for any romantic occasion than by creating a special love nook? Even better is this chance to create it at incredible sale prices!  All these items are available on a very special sale, THIS WEEKEND ONLY, through the Secret Sale, January 29th – 31st.  Your romance may last… but this sale definitely will not!

Dreamland Designs:   

  • Sweet Love Rug with Pillows  —  Materials enabled, this snuggly little rug with three stacks of pillows boasts bento animations for singles, friends, & cuddles.  Available in PG & Adult versions for just 99L at the Secret Sale.
  • Lazy Love Bean Bag — Shown on front left, such cozy seating! Includes animations for singles & couples.  Available in PG & Adult versions at the Secret Sale price of just 50L.
  • Romantic Lovers Tray — Front & center, this tray of goodies is perfect for Valentine’s or any romantic occasion. The bottle gives a glass of champagne on touch. Copy/mod. Secret Sale price of just 50L.

Tylar’s Treasures:   

  • Smitten Fireplace – I am smitten with this fireplace! It’s not too simple; it’s not too ornate.  The roaring fireplace clicks on/off; includes optional props via menu (the two candelabra & the picture frame, ready for you to add your own photo just by drag & drop).  And would you believe the whole thing is only a land impact of 5 (2 for the fireplace + 3 for the props)!?! And would you believe a Secret Sale price of just 50L?
  • Smitten Photo Ladder – Shown on the far right, this ladder is a fantastic way to add even more of a totally personal touch to your decor with a column of 4 frames for showcasing your own photos.  Includes a 4 color texture change menu for the bows.  Also at the Secret Sale price of 50L.

A duo of wintry delights!

http://A Duo of Wintry Delights

I’ve been brightening up my landscapes for years now with the amazing creations that come from Tylar’s Treasures.  Every item is lovingly crafted, with just the right touch of delightful whimsy.  Tylar’s items never disappoint but instead always bring to a smile, no matter where or how I use them!  And when you pick them up on a special promo price, well, all I can say is DO NOT HESITATE!!!!  Your shopping will be happy indeed!

Tylar’s Treasures:   Two amazing, recently updated winter items for your landscaping pleasure!  Both are highly detailed, highly creative, & include just delightful cuddles animations to help ward off that wintry chill!  And all at a low, Energy Weekend price of just 50L from Friday Dec 10th through Sunday Dec 12th.

  • Pine Forest Seating – Includes the wooden bench, chair, & table, as well as the snowy pines, stump with a bright red cardinal, curious racoon, & a gentle giant of a moose.  Copy/mod so you can easily adjust as needed.  Includes sitting couple animations (PG) on the bench, & single anims on the chair.  See the ad below for details.
  • Snow Kissed – Stunning addition to your winter landscape!  A snowy wishing well, with bright red roses & scattered petals on the snow.  Just beautiful!!! Also copy/mod, the wishing well includes standing couple cuddles (PG).  See the ad below for details.

Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and caldron bubble

http://Double, double toil and trouble

OK, so now the Halloween bug has bitten me and I’m all into pumpkins and fog and creepy things (NOTE: I LOVE creepy but NOT horror… there IS a most definite difference)!  But even amid all the creepiness, I want to look my best while keeping with the season.  So although I’m sure some if not many posts will depart from this theme (I mean, Halloween ALL the time is just not as much fun, now is it), plan on seeing lots of holiday spirit through All Hallow’s Eve…  I’m loving it, and hoping you are too! Happy shopping!!!!

What I’m wearing:

  • Outfit:  LUXE Paris Fashion House – SIOUXSEE Bodice, Skirt, & Tattoo.  Low cut, off the shoulders, cinched & laced black bodice with semi-sheer pattern sleeves with a bright red lace cuff.  The skirt has matching pattern on its deep ruffle, & red/black trim between the bodice & the skirt.  A rose chest tatto in red & black is included in both BOM & Omega versions. A be-witch-ing little outfit, not just for the Halloween season! Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, EXCLUSIVELY available at the October round of the Swank Event, open Oct 7th – 31st.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine (I have to say that I LOVE having the included deformers that let me easily wear outfits like this that don’t include a Legacy version!)
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Lorena
  • Boots:  WellMade – Demi Boots
  • Pose:  Sassy Sweet Poses – Witchyness (includes wand)

The scene:

  • Tylar’s Treasures:  Attack of the Man-Eating Spiders.  A must-have for anyone who does Halloween landscaping! The scene features a bare tree covered in a spiderweb. The ground beneath  the tree is covered in skulls and two whole skeletons.  But what really makes this item come alive is that it has 3 animated spiders — one of the giant ones wanders around the scene (yes, you can set his range!); another giant is attacking a skeleton in the foreground; and a smaller cousin is moving up and down on a web from the tree.  This can be seriously creepy stuff in the right windlight, especially if you get tangled up with the big animated spider… Want even more creepiness?  The giant animated spider is copy, so you can have as many of his family & friends as you can handle.  Available at the SL Shop & Hop Halloween Event through the month of October; TP direct to the TT booth HERE.
  • CIRCA:  Moonlight Applebob Cauldron.

Getting Spooky

http://Getting Spooky

A pet peeve of mine in both real life and here in SL is that people leap ahead to the next season, the next holiday, waaay too early for me.  This year I took off my summer tanned skin and started turning my SL property over to autumn a few weeks back, but I successfully resisted doing anything for Halloween until October 1st.  Once again, I’m on new land (seems like I do that every other year or so lol), which makes changing for the seasons both challenging and a lot of fun.  I still have the same house as at the last place, but my new property is “split level”, which creates lots of interesting nooks and crannies…  perfect for getting spooky!   So many wonderful Halloween props and decor  out there in all the stores and at all the events… I just love the little scene I was able to put together!!!  Happy shopping!

Dreamland Designs (my newest sponsor!):

  • Welcome to My Grave – materials enabled. Three skeletons in various poses (the stretching skeleton is to die for, & there are unlimited things to have him stretching for), an open coffin, a shovel, & dirt… a perfect piece of Halloween decor! EXCLUSIVE for the SL Shop & Hop Halloween Event through the month of October. 20% OFF all items! Direct TP to the DD booth HERE.
  • The Bloody Evil Reaper – materials enabled, this blood-splattered reaper has a wandering script which can be turned off to keep him in one place if you prefer.  His lantern light blinks on & off.  Can you say “spooky”? Another EXCLUSIVE for the SL Shop & Hop Halloween Event HERE.
  • Skelly Express – NEW STORE RELEASE!  Six skeletons carrying/riding in a coffin with an express delivery of a large glass globe with sparkly turning lights inside (or is it an express of another sort? hmmm…)  Soooo different!

Tylar’s Treasures:

  • Wicked Tree – wonderfully creepy tree, with full bright yellow owl eyes blinking out of a hole in the trunk
  • Reaper Garden Entrance – the reaper’s eyes burn fire as he stands guard on one side of an arch of bare tree trunks with autumn leaves, a mean-looking carved pumpkin with candlelit eyes & mouth on the other; includes flying purple bats

Also shown:

Mother of Dragons

http://Mother of Dragons

No, I’m not trying to be Daenerys Targaryen, but let’s face it… she’s a pretty impressive role model.  (Ok, she went a little crazy there at the end, but let’s just focus on the positive, shall we?).  I see myself as more of a “Defender of Dragons”, allowing these magnificent creatures a small but private space of their own on my land to grow and flourish in peace.  Once, many years ago in my previous lifetime, I had a circling dragon up above my land who nested at top of my waterfall, but he flew off to search for a new home and a new destiny during my long absence.  Perhaps this little one will grow up to take his place, only time will tell.  Or — as a flight of pure fantasy — perhaps he could be trained to search the grid for fabulous fashion fantasy finds (try saying that 5 times fast!!!)!  Well, until that day, I’m on my own… but since I’m good at sharing, here’s what I’ve found!  Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Jangka – Elysium.  100% original mesh, & sized only for Maitreya & Legacy, Elysium consists of the dress, separate armbands, & two styles of boots (with/without stocking tops & garters), in 5 different color sets.  As always, the styling & the detail is simply exceptional.  Originally created as a gacha, this outfit is now at the main store.  Demo available.
  • Dragon (Adult):  Tylar’s Treasures – Hovering Dragon with Egg in Nest.  The dragon not only hovers, flaps its wings, & breathes fire, you also can hear its roar & the sounds of flapping.  6-color texture menu for the dragon, & another 6 for the egg.   EXCLUSIVELY at the Age of Avalon, open through the month of September.  It’s only open once a year, so don’t miss out!
  • Dragon (Baby):  Tylar’s Treasures – Animated Baby Dragon on Rock (includes plantings as well).  Absolutely adorable!  It even includes a touch menu to change the dragon’s color.  Another EXCLUSIVE at the Age of Avalon !
  • Head & Ears:  LOGO  – Chelsea bento head with Ilvanya Elf Ears.
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Everlasting
  • Hair:  KMH – CP002
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Castanys Kel Horns.  Love these, they’re soooo different!
  • Eyes:  SAMIA – Maria Eyes
  • Beauty Mark:  Izzie’s – Beauty Mole dark
  • Makeup:  Zibska – Saro DK Eyes & Shigeko Lips
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Dryad Fairy Wings
  • Spear:  Ali & Ego (AERTH) – Crystal Spear
  • Pose:  GemS – War Maiden