Everyone is invited

Visit The Friendly Chatter Cafe, look at it on the map and read about it in the SL Destination guide.

If you decide to blog about this location or use it in your machinima, please let me know, so I can link back to your work. :)

Everyone is invited. :) (This was my invitation inworld).

Just looking at the listing of what you can find around SL9B, one knows it is going to be an amazing party with so much to see and experience. 

SL9B Friendly Chatter Café

My SL9B plot, the Friendly Chatter Café (SLurl) is finally done. I was going to spend two days on it, but got a bit "inspired" with all the treats and drinks and gifts etc. I hope you can visit at some point. SL9B is a huge celebration with a bunch of sims full of attractions and entertainment. But I figured, everyone needs a break sometimes. :) With so much to see, even virtual legs get tired sometimes. The sims open for public on 18th of June, 2012. SL9B ends 27th of June. Have fun!

Taking a break at SL9B building site

Tiny Rhinoh in a fairy costume, taking a break at SL9B building site. Taken at The Friendly Chatter Cafe at SL9B by Alana Pyara (SLurl)

 Not that there has been time for many breaks. Have been building like a busy bee for days now. Hope to see you visit, when the sims open 18th June. You will get free treats and drinks (for tinies and biggies), and free gifts. The picture is a sneak peek at what the café looks like. There is room for several groups to enjoy themselves and talk to friends or meet new people. Or you can park there while you go afk.

A lot to see at the SL9B. Our neighbors are really interesting. There is a huge light tower right next to the café that is going to be awesome. And on the other side an artistic looking pyramid. There's some really cool pop art in a big circle on a field close by. And so much more. Plus there are so many sims to see. Take a pod and have a look. :) Keep an eye out for events. Lot's of entertainers have signed up. Live music, dj's etc. And volunteer greeters giving gifts and advice. This is gonna be an awesome event!

Storybook lovely

The Seasons Gatcha (SLurl) event is full of beautiful items, prized quite fairly. The look of this winter cove is lovely. Storybook lovely.

The dress for Where is the Concert hunt, by Snowpaws, is really beautiful. The name fits it well, it looks poetic and dreamy. I liked trying on a new shape for once. As you know, I normally use my own for posts. The Diva shape works nicely with the skin.

Outfit details:

Boots: Baby Monkey (SLurl) Lainie Suede Ankle Boots (Thanks Pixie!)
Skin:  Tres Blah (SLurl) Flushed, LS, light brows, Seasons gatcha
Eyes: ID (SLurl) Snowfall Eyes, Blue, Seasons gatcha
Shape: Diva Shapes (SLurl) Hunt: Normal, Where Is The Concert? Hunt (Website)
Dress: Snowpaws (SLurl) Watercolor Lyric, Where Is The Concert? Hunt
Hair: Point B (SLurl) (Analog Dog) Quest, Raw honey, Holiday Gift

Pose (pic2): Adorkable Poses (SLurl) Frosty 5, Seasons gatcha
(pic1 pose from ao)
Case: Lisp (SLurl) Boom Box Case with sits for 2, Shabby Yellow, Seasons gatcha

Sound of silver

I was being naughty, and used my wind light settings, instead of midnight settings, for the location. I think the snow looks great as a backdrop for a shoot, though. I recommend visiting Arctica Dreams By Rebeca Bashly (SLurl). It is quite a transcendent experience with the music and the wide fantastic space. Great for thinking.

Outfit details:

Shoes: Baby Monkey (SLurl) Ultimate Vanessa (Thanks Pixie!)
Skin: Lara Hurley (SLurl) Oksana, With Love Hunt (Website)
Hair: Emo-tions (SLurl) Anita, darkbrown, gift
Dress: Vinyl cafe (SLurl) Silver sequin dress (red one in same pack), Christmas gift
Lingerie: Cannibelle (SLurl) Eira, Silver, Christmas gift
Eyes: YS&YS (SLurl) Magnetic Violet, TDR (SLurl)
Glasses: Glow Studio (SLurl) Cutie Glasses, Silver, gift
Nail polish: Ibizarre  (SLurl) 15 colors, golden (old freebie)

Poses: Di's Opera (SLurl) Happy Holidays I&III, gift

Principia

The Akeyo set of animations for DIMH3 is awesome! I wanted to keep dancing ballet, the animation is just so smooth and lovely.

Outfit details:

Deco (SLurl) Mesh Trophy Cap, November 2011 Group gift
Skin: Dutch Touch (SLurl) Jolie V2 Olive, Eagle CL1 EBBlack
with Jolie V2 Beautymarks Moles and Freckles (face)
Skirt: Paper doll (SLurl) Emma, Secret Garden
Top: RunoRuno (SLurl) James
Shoes: Howear (SLurl) Poh'Nah Boots, Thanksgiving sale today
Pants: Sakide (SLurl) Shredded Leggings, Blood
Eyes: Red Mint (SLurl) No.21
Animation: Akeyo (SLurl) Nina6 Dance, Diamond is Mine Hunt 3, DIMH3 (Website)


Location: Exploratorium (SLurl) Newton's Cannon

Amarantha, the exposé. Rhinoh the Intern returns

Haunted Mansion and the Maze. Casper helps push the car. A renter complains "The landlord never fixes the lights around here. And have you SEEN the cobwebs?!"

Resident not willing to comment on the rumors that Badger Albatros is actually an escaped convict. Hazardous oversight in warning signs: skull piling allowed while local boys fear cuties. Kittycat Black modeling for Pumpkin Carver. "I definitely feel more attractive than the competition". Live performance failure: "All these tired comebacks", comments an audience member.

Wally confirms: "My owner is known as the Booing Blondie". Wiz gets into a funk: "I am emo now". Spider couple proud of their house security: "We recommend Werewolf Watch services to all property owners".

Green goo seen seeping from underground. Another city code violation? Nanny and owner of Ghost Nightcare Inc. says: "Others pale in comparison". Magic garden and a well of strawberry jam. Amarantha travel industry "looking forward to" a rush of visitors.

Local businesses tough on crime. This thieving tree was thrown to jail by the Watch. Loyal customers come back even after passing. Pink Purrr at the height of her hay days.

Locations:

Amarantha Clubs (SLurl)
Vera Langer Creations (SLurl)
Sophia's Shapes and Sophia's Cats (SLurl)

Meeting the Headless Horseman

Halloween seems to be a very good time for the creative minds. SL has some really cool things to offer, if you know where to look.

BellPer's Haunted Island (SLurl) is a detailed and atmospheric Halloween paradise. It is spooky but not in an anxious way. I am not someone who likes too much bloody horror, so I enjoy this relaxed and charming look into what Halloween is about. The music could be more into the theme, maybe.

In my country, Finland, we do not celebrate Halloween (apart from some schools and office parties that have bought into the idea from movies and tv). I am happy to get to play with the theme in SL.

The avatar is Demoness from Howear. For a few more hours you can find it for the first day promo price 25l. If you get there late, it's still worth it, Heidi is putting gorgeous stuff up on the promo board every weekday.

Outfit details:

Avatar/outfit: Howear (SLurl) Demoness
Hair: Avatare (SLurl) Envy, black (old 60lwe
Shoes: Bootgasm (SLurl) Soho Boots, half calf collection (old 60lwe)

Sunny and silver

Outfit details:

Hair: Avatare (SLurl) Parfume, (60l we)
Skin: Isis (SLurl) Mai, Nougat, (60l we)
Necklace: Apple May Designs (SLurl) Eccentric Pencil, freebie
Mouthie: Bleeding Pink (Marketplace) Push Pop, dollarbie
Pants: The Dressing Room (SLurl) TDR Special, Marilyn leggings.
Shoes: TDR gift (2lindens), Autumn 2011, black
Top: It's Cake/Pestle&Twig (SLurl) Silver Cropped Hot Top

Location: Da Vinci Gardens (SLurl)

Lady of the castle

This is the Universal love gown by Paris Metro. I took the images by a romantic camp fire but the gown would look perfect in a formal occasion as well. The way the fabric seems to emit little spots of fire makes me think of the lady of a castle joining the autumn festival.

Outfit details:

Gown: Paris Metro (SLurl) Universal Love (thank you Kalli!)
Skin: Howear (SLurl) Summer skin Exotic #3
Eyes: Amato (SLurl) Tropical fruit, freebie
Hair: Amato: Buccia, freebie

Location:

Fireside retreat for Moody Mondays (55l today) display at Zoe's Garden (SLurl)

Brown gown

This gown looks gorgeous on you when you move. The fabric is just amazing and the lace so realistic.

Outfit details:

Gown: Paris Metro (SLurl) Feast, Chocolate (thank you Kalli!)
Hair: Avatare (SLurl) Nur (60lw gallery)
Skin: Not buttons (SLurl) Cinnamon, Glow, freebie (closing sale)
Eyes: Amato (SLurl) Hatsuhi, assorted free eyes, freebie

Location:

I love this location! It has a lot to see. Just walk around and get to know the place. The dragons are beautiful and I really loved the cave with riddles.
The Isle of Wyrms (SLurl) is home to dragons, dragon friends, and admirers created by Daryth Kennedy.
The Isle of Wyrms Message Forum (Website)
The Isle of Wyrms Wiki (Website)

Quest

Outfit details:

Hair: Vignette (SLurl) Gibson Chestnut, freebie
Shoes: Baby Monkey (SLurl) ZsaZsa Wedges, gold daisies
Eyes: Bird Next Door Shop (Marketplace) Golden eyes, Colorful eyes set, 5/5l
Dress: Baiastice (SLurl) Summer soft brocade
Earrings: La Forgia Jewels (SLurl) Vertigo
Skin: House of Starlight (SLurl) Altaira Orange, sepia

Location: Fungus, Snail Trail Quest (SLurl)

Apricot army

Outfit details:

Alana:

Dress: Purple Moon Creations (SLurl) Daisy Gown in Brown, (55l)
Shoes: Purple Moon Creations: Polka Pumps in Cream & Orange, (55l)
Eyes: Hoot (SLurl) Biosynthe Eyes, Waterfall, group gift
Skin: Glamorize (SLurl) (mainstore: Bare Sensual (SLurl) ) Mandy, (10l)
Eyebrows: Tuli (SLurl) Zoe eyebrow shaper (old Discodeals)
Hair: Raw House (SLurl) Willow Redux, LtBlonde 04, group gift
Earrings: Sf Design (SLurl) gift

Charis:

Eyes: Hermony (SLurl) Jungle (5l)
(Hermony has a sale until May 27th to help owners sick dog)
Dress: Rush (SLurl) Thank You! Summer Dress, gift
Skin: Mamboo Chic (SLurl) Sarah, Gloss Beauty, (10l)
Eyebrows: Estyle (SLurl) Sapphire Mk II 1-3
Bag: Wetherby's (SLurl) Ode to Rosa Handbag, from RM Designs, Green, cheapie
Jewelry: Wetherby's: Ode to Rosa Jewelry, Yellow, cheapie
Delights by Talena (Marketplace) Sonia Mocha Gold Sandal (5l)
Hair: Exile (SLurl) Eva, apricot, free fatpack!
Pose: This is Fawn (SLurl) Hopscotch! Animation & Ground Texture, 50l Fridays
Skybox: Pesca (SLurl) Ohitori-Sama skybox, lucky chair

Doyle:

Eyes: Hermony (SLurl) Herbs (5l)
Top: Hermony: Freddy TankTop, grey
Wristband: Hermony: Wristlocker
Pants: Young Urban (SLurl) Edwin Jeans, black
Shoes: Rawk Nightfire (Marketplace) Leather Sandals
Hair: Exile (SLurl) Dane, apricot, free fatpack!
Skin and shape: see sidebar

Where it Begins

Awesome Blossom (Website) has moved to its own sim, fittingly called Where it Begins (SLurl). The old classic products like The Pemberley mailboxes are still around. Across the lake, behind the store, is the flea market that features great products from several just as popular quality stores. I loved so many of the products. The tote from Berries is the cutest thing!

I absolutely loved the sim design! So natural and beautiful.

And why does one run around the countryside in a gown? I was getting ready for a friends set at Club Amarantha (SLurl). 2 hours of Queen, it was great fun.
Outfit details:

Dress: The White Armory (SLurl) Gothic Midnight Gown, (old) Group Gift
Hair: Truth (SLurl) Pepper, burgundy
Other details same as previous post

Life and beauty

Fantasy Faire 2011 (website) (SLurl) is on now! Remember to check out the event stage as well as the auctions and shops. In the picture Dakota Christensen is dj'ing. (I took the picture through the glass in a donation box).

The Dressing room blue (SLurl) is still open as well.

Hair: Exile (SLurl) Polly, TDR Exclusive colors, chocolate
Eyes: Glow (SLurl) Scenic Eyes Collection, Silver, shadow, TDR
Skin: MONS (SLurl) Bella, TDRBlue, Green mu, red brows
Dress: Baiastice (SLurl) Adima, midnight, TDR
Earrings: TDRblue special NT earrings

Pose: Kotori (SLurl) "Thinking of you", a free prop from the Fantasy Faire.
Textures: USC Textures (SLurl) Alphonse Mania, Hedges Box 2

Such realism

Mother Road (SLurl) sim picture mayhem for your viewing pleasure.
I know this post is picture heavy but the sim I am posting about is way worth it. It is beautiful! Full of amazing details. Such realism and clearly an inspired creation. There are a few spots where you can buy things like bicycles, other vehicles, clothes and furniture. But most of it is just open for hanging out and enjoying. And most of the stuff on sale is the kind you see around the sim and go "I hope they sell these". There is a donation box at the diner. I also saw some freebies here and there. Free logo mug gift by the donation box. You can spend hours looking around here! Featured in images alongside your own blog elf are J. and Shella (seen in a window faintly).