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Nikki Mathieson

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  1. 10 hours ago, Nika Talaj said:

    I don't see any problem with completely duplicating an existing build, frankly, even one that's been 'published' here.   I think it would be great to show something with a family/child spin, as your personal homes do.  Not that many people read the forums, and NOBODY memorizes them, lol!

    In fact, Nikki, if you are short on camper builds and would like something pretty straightforward - not home beautiful! - I could contribute this autumnal one:

    https://community.secondlife.com/forums/topic/441967-trailer-life/page/15/?tab=comments#comment-1982032

    I am PERFECTLY fine with not doing this, in fact I'd rather look at other folks' builds, but I'm thinking you might be short on campers.  On the plus side, it's seasonal, which is a little different, and very simple, the kind of thing that anyone can do. 

    On the minus side, it's very simple, the kind of thing that anyone can do!  I'm thinking "simple" is not what one wants at an expo 😀

    But, you know, 'simple' is all I CAN do, lol!  My partner and I furnish for livability and fun.

    And of course, as soon as I look at my pics l see PROBLEMS, lol.   There are items from at least 3 avatars in this build O.o?  I see a common sculpty ground cover here,  I'm curious, do you know if that is that something LL wants to discourage?   I have mesh ones.   The LOD on the extremely low-LI bedroom set is not great, but that's a tradeoff I personally am fine with in small interior spaces.  The kitchen is mostly nocopy gacha, I'd want to pick it up afterwards. Lalala....

    Actually, about 20 posts above mine you can see a camper build from @Shali Manx  that I think is terrific.  I love the vegetation she added outside, and the interior is both pretty and peaceful.  So many talented people here in the forums!

    sounds great to me, Nika!  Remind me, which model that is?  I've been sending out confirmations tonight, so need to check to see that camper is still available

  2. 17 hours ago, Marianne Little said:

    No one said it had to be totally new? I am so happy with what I did in the Hardy and making a totally new version, finding other 1 Li items... that would be both difficult and cost money. I always change a bit, yesterday I set in another fireplace, moved some items, changed pictures, but starting from scratch?

    exactly right!  It can be something you've already got set up in Bellisseria.  There's some amazing stuff already there

  3. 9 hours ago, Marianne Little said:

    I can decorate 2... (lolz) 

    How many homes will it be? Since you are looking for a dozen more?

    There will be a total of 16 to decorate.  All of the camper, houseboats, traditionals and victorian styles.  We still have quite a few unspoken for, and I'm hoping more sign up.  If we get closer to set up date and still have several, I may just take you up on that offer to decorate 2.  Thank you!!

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  4. 7 hours ago, Elora Lunasea said:

    Nikki - I just signed up, I had not known about this until @Nika Talaj paged me to the forum just now. I'd be thrilled to participate! Decorating houses in my passion in SL ❤️ 

    Got it, Elora.  Thank you!  I'm thrilled that you'll be participating, too.  I've enjoyed many photos you've shared with all of us and the magic you do with these homes.  You all need to know that it is the photos in both threads that inspired me to suggest this region at the Expo.  You all make Bellisseria look so good, along with the amazing build and effort of the Moles.  I couldn't be more excited to see you bring the thread to life at the Expo.

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  5. 8 hours ago, Elena Core said:

    Marianne, I'm always impressed by your decor. I love what you've been doing with the Traditionals. This is going to be an exciting event, with such inspiring home owners!!!

    Elena, I agree!  I always enjoy pics that Marianne shares with us of her home decor.  I'm excited to see the region all set up and ready to go.  Can't wait!  Are you going to sign up?

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  6. 11 hours ago, Nika Talaj said:

    Doing this is such a great idea, Nikki.  Particularly in VictoriBelle, I still see a lot of homes either empty or with just a few older high-prim items in them.  I hope decorators use items from a wide variety of stores, so folks can get exposure to a number of lower LI designers.

    As it turns out, what Apple Fall did with their huge sale was brilliant.  It got a lot of their stuff distributed throughout Belli very quickly, and when desperate new LH owners cam around their neighborhood for ideas, they see ... Apple Fall!  I just cammed around Zwichen, and the homes which were fully furnished all had at least some easily recognizable Apple Fall items. It's wonderful stuff, but personally I love to see items from less brilliantly marketed creators, as well!

    Btw, maybe Belli Citizens should put on a little push to refresh their Home Tour again, and a poster for it should be at the expo Belli region?    As well as a link to the "Show Off Your..." thread, which is more focused on decorating and mentions creators by name.

    I've always thought that LL should put together an "Introducing Bellisseria" region, with a sample of each type of home and pointers to helpful resources for settling into your new home.  They could use the region you're putting together as a good start toward that.

    I think a Home Tour Poster at the Expo Bellisseria region is a great idea.  Thank you, Nika! I agree this is a great way for others to see the fantastic decorating that is going on in Bellisseria.

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  7. 7 minutes ago, Nika Talaj said:

    Although I'm sure all these amazing decorators are plotting wonderful new builds for the expo, there's no rule saying the build must be unique and new, is there?  Some folks have done amazing work that they could just duplicate. 

    I'm thinking, no add-ons that change the exterior shape of the building, right, Nikki?  How about add-ons that add interior rooms or details?  And what about paint shells?

    Nika,  great questions..  THANK YOU for the help!  I love it.  Add-ons are fine.  Just as they are in Bellisseria.  Add-ons are welcome because they show how some amazing decorators are stretching that land impact.  Paint shells are fine.  If it's fine in Bellisseria, it's fine in Bellisseria at the Expo!  Sign ups have been slow so far... hoping for a dozen more.  We have some incredible decorators in Bellisseria.  Feel free to tag more!

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  8. 24 minutes ago, Marianne Little said:

    Thank you! I sent one, but I had to ask if we can use things that's not in sale anymore, from a store that's closed. And if we can edit much. I am always tearing apart stuff and link it with other things. It does not look like that from the store - unless it is no modify like the grand piano. :D

     

    Absolutely can! Although Expo guests will be enjoying decorating ideas this is an opportunity to showcase your design and displaying how far 351 LI can go. I, personally  have seen amazing things done with design in Bellisseria themed homes and am excited to bring an incredible showcase to the Expo

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  9. The world's largest and most successful virtual fundraiser, the Relay For Life of Second Life, kicks off its 16th season on February 15th at 10am SLT.  Game On Cancer! The Cure Starts Here, will bring together teams from across the virtual grid and around the world, to help the American Cancer Society lead the fight for a world without cancer.  This season’s theme is a representation of the competitive spirit, as we refuse to give up on fighting this disease!

    RFL of SL’s Kick Off will take place in THREE locations this year!  The Bellisseria Fairgrounds, the Home & Garden Expo AND on Facebook LIVE!

    Team registrations opened on January 15th and there is still plenty of time to register for the 2020 season.  Bellisseria residents are invited to Relay, as a community, and have a HUGE presence at Relay Weekend, as the season ends on a 30+ region track, taking place on Saturday and Sunday, June 6th & 7th. 

    For more information about Relaying For Life in Second Life, join the inworld group(s),

    The Relay For Life Volunteers - secondlife:///app/group/7f1cc591-7968-9204-4082-98c7e544c371/about  (Team Registration info contact: Gem Sunkiller, Adam Spark or Ari Bowenford)

    Bellisseria for RFL - secondlife:///app/group/d4bf823e-9e9d-784d-315a-041cb295bac5/about (ask for a BLT member to help you sign up!) 

    The American Cancer Society is the world’s leader in fighting cancer and continues Attacking Cancer From Every Angle. If you or anyone you know is facing a cancer diagnosis, please contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345, visit cancer.org, or visit the American Cancer Society in Second Life.

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    The Home & Garden Expo, in support of Relay For Life of Second Life, opens on February 13th. At the Expo, there will be a Bellisserian region displaying one of every style of each of the themed homes (camper, houseboat, Traditional, Victorian.) We are bringing the forums alive with 'The Linden Homes Photo Thread' at the Expo and are reaching out to the decorators of Bellisseria to participate! The goal is to show what can be done with a land impact of 351 and one Bellisserian themed home. If you are interested in furnishing (inside and garden) one of the homes on this region, please complete the form  at this link: https://forms.gle/no5zKWkgUoYxAeWn6 or you can also IM Nikki Mathieson inworld. Items used for decorating will need to come from your own inventory.

    The form asks for your top three choices of Bellissaria themes/models.  Please allow up to 48 hours for responses. Set up can begin as early as Friday, February 7th and needs to be completed by Expo opening on the 13th.

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  11. 6 hours ago, Elena Core said:

    So what do you think of this view?  I think I will keep it over the weekend, although I don't really know how to get down to the sea, no steps around 😂. Definitely, I'm a 'Traditional' person

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    beautiful cliff!!  What region is this?  I would LOVE this kind of cliff and a railroad track nearby.  A perfect traditional!

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  12. 3 minutes ago, Chuckey Jigsaw said:

    So I've decided to stay at the house in Periana for now. There must've been a reason it came back to me three times. 😆

    I'm still busy decorating, but this is my very simple christmas decoration.

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    Those lighted reindeer are awesome!  Where did you get those?  I love them

     

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  13. On 12/17/2019 at 3:25 PM, Layla Claven said:

    I was lucky enough to get a lovely Victorian house in Canby with a pond right across the street. I sat on a bench there for a while before cracking on with decorating (I think the pond is missing an otter or another furry aquatic mammal .. something cute). Anyway I have now filled the house. Most of the items I have used before in previous homes and anything new more than likely came from the latest sale at Apple Fall. Besides the blinds in the kitchen which I bought from Lisp, I have used the 1L curtains throughout the house that @s2Pandora mentioned a while a go in the curtain thread … thank you Pandora

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    where would I find the curtain thread you reference?

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