Thank you Evi!

I hope you all had a magical Christmas and that 2008 will be full of excitement, love and peace for everyone! I was extremely spoiled by my very special Secret Santa, Evi, whom I have admired for ages for all her amazing kids creations! She created a set of special Christmas PJs for the sim version of my real kids :-) They are over the moon with 'their' PJs and I just love it! Thank you so much for this amazing gift I will always treasure it.

Introducing my new family member

Its been two long months sine we said good bye to our beloved Magenta. Since then our house has seemed extremely empty without her following me around all day long. Initially I was not interested in getting another dog as I did not want to �replace� her, however my kids have been begging us to reconsider and I could see how much they needed a puppy to love and play with. My husband and I eventually agreed and after many hours of research we decided on getting a Dalmatian puppy. We were very lucky to find a lady selling pups just around the corner from where we stay and when we went to look at them I just fell in love with a little lady that has one blue eye and one brown. Needless to say she came home with us the same night. We have named her Blue and she has settled beautifully. She has already been for her first set of inoculations, chewed up all the fingers and toes in the house and stolen the hearts of everyone she comes into contact with. I had Dals growing up and know how excitable they can be so we have already found a local puppy school and will be taking her for training early in the new year. Welcome home Blue!

Select Artist Retro Theme Week

The TSR Select Artists have all been hard at work to create lots, clothing and object for the Retro Theme Week.

From my side there is a Retro night club (Club Neutron) and 7 pieces of clothing for girls, teens and adult sims.

I hope everyone will enjoy our creations.

Best wishes,
Strawbz

New holiday destinations

I have been so inspired since getting BV that I have started creating holiday destinations to please all the sim.

Recently I posted Waves Edge Apartments and the Lost City Resort. I'm currently working on a sea side village and a mountain lodge.

I hope you are all having fun with BV!

A sad day

Hi guys, I appologise for not being round much but I have been dealing with some personal problems - our poor little sausage dog has been suffering for the past two months - we have been to the vet about twice a week trying different treatments - he first thought she might have meningitis but more test showed that she has a genetic spinal problem and we have been trying different medications to see if we can give her a good life, however my hubby and I finally decided that we are just prolonging her suffering and after discussing our options with the vet we agreed to have her put to sleep on the 5th of September. Our hearts are broken and we are all still trying to wrap our minds around the idea that she is no longer with us. My kiddies are devastated as we have had her for as long as they can remember. Thank you all for understanding.

Harry Potter poll results

Hi everyone,

Here are the results of my Harry Potter poll from before the release of Deathly Hallows.


Favorite Harry Potter book?

Philosophers's Stone 23.81%
Chamber of Secrets 16.67%
Prisoner of Azkban 23.81%
Goblet of Fire 9.52%
Order of the Phoenix 14.29%
Half-Blood Prince 28.57%


Favorite Harry Potter game?

Philosopher's Stone 19.05%
Chamber of Secrets 9.52%
Prisoner of Azkaban 16.67%
Goblet of Fire 23.81%
Order of the Phoenix 16.67%


Favorite Harry Potter movie to date?

Philosopher's Stone 26.19%
Chamber of Secrets 14.29%
Prisoner of Azkaban 28.57%
Goblet of Fire 9.52%
Order of the Phoenix 19.05%


Which character do you think will die at the end of Deathly Hallows?

Voldemort 59.52%
Harry Potter 11.9%
Both of them 28.57%


I must say the only result that surprised me was the amount of votes given to the Prisoner of Azkaban movie as that was my least favorite due to all the 'mistakes'. I kind of got the feeling the director had never even heard of Harry Potter before making the movie.


Prisoner of Azkaban movie 'mistakes'

The wearwolf - in the movie he had a half human form whereas in the books we find that it is difficult to tell the difference between a real wolf and wearwolf. The students have to write an essay on this topic for Prof Snape when he takes over Lupin's lessons.

Snuffles at the quidditch cup - in the book Harry actually sees Sirius in the form of a big black dog (he thinks its the Grim) sitting at the top of the stands during his quiditch match where as in the movie he only sees an image in the clouds. The fact that Harry sees Sirius at the match is actually important to the story line.

I also did not like the big clock pendulum in the background all the time during the movie, I could see the symbolism in it but did not feel that it was appropriate for a Harry Potter movie.

Anyway, these are just my views and as I'm a huge fan of the books I can get a little testy about the movies :-)

Thank you to everyone who took part in this months poll.

Updated Harry Potter CC list from other Select Artists

Here is an updated list of the Harry Potter CC on offer by other Select Artists here on TSR.

EarthGoddess - a stunning set of outfits from Order of the Phoenix.

Cerulean Talon - a great looking Hogwarts Castle and another version of the Burrow.

LadyMinion - a stunning Phoenix bird to keep as a pet.

Tabbylou - a selection of HP bedding, furniture, walls and floors.

Nikki041498 - realistic floating candles, perfect for the great hall.

Galilea - great selection of various HP inspired painting.

Wildstar - new updated photo realistic dark green eyes for Harry Potter and a slicked back platinum blond men's hairstyle for Draco Malfoy.


**Also a great big thank you to Evi for making a special request set of stunning tops for teens from Order of the Phoenix.**

Harry Potter Collection - Leaky Couldron Dorm

Well the wait for Deathly Hallows are almost over and all to soon we will be able to read the final chapter in this incredible series from the very talented JK Rowling. Many people have speculated that there might be more HP books in the future but Mrs. Rowling has said in quite a few interviews that Deathly Hallows will defiantly be the final Harry Potter book and that she will ensure the series ends in a way that no other writer will be able to continue the story after her either. She has said though that she might write another little add on book for charity - like Quidditch Throught the Ages and Incredible Creatures and Where to Find Them. But until then, to keep us all busy, here is another HP lot to add to your collection. �It was a tiny, grubby-looking pub. If Hagrid hadn�t pointed it out, Harry wouldn�t have noticed it was there.� Harry Potter and the Philosopher�s Stone. As a tribute to the two weeks Harry spend living at the Leaky Couldron (in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban) I have decided to turn it into a dorm for all our Sim students to enjoy. This well known entrance to Diagon Alley has enough rooms to house 6 students comfortably, while providing them with everything they need to complete their studies. Have fun :-)

Harry Potter Collection - Malfoy Manor

The Malfoy family is an old �pure blood� wizarding family. They live in Malfoy Manor, a large comfortable house that has been in the family for generations. There is a secret room under the library room floor where they keep all their Dark Arts items. Now our favorite blond villain family can have there very own little space in your Sims neighborhood. Enjoy!

Looking for more Harry Potter content?

Here is a list of the Harry Potter CC on offer by other Select Artists here on TSR.

LadyMinion - a stunning Phoenix bird to keep as a pet.

Tabbylou - a selection of HP bedding, furniture, walls and floors.

Nikki041498 - realistic floating candles, perfect for the great hall.

Galilea - great selection of various HP inspired painting.

Wildstar - new updated photo realistic dark green eyes for Harry Potter and a slicked back platinum blonde men's hairstyle for Draco Malfoy.


Happy simming everyone,
Regards
Strawbz