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Weekly Releases - 16th June

Greetings all

The sun is blazing here and it's very warm, I've been in the party mood lately so I guess it's good timing with the Mardi-Gras set being released.

Mardi-Gras Decorating Set - TUESDAY 17th June
Mardi-Gras Soft Furnishings Set - SATURDAY 21st June

I hope everyone has a great week ;o)

Behind Closed Doors: Chapter 1

I have finally started working on Chapter 1. I've been so busy doing things off the computer that when I came on it took me a while to respond to all of the feedback for the Prologue. I am really excited about Chapter 1. I have started taking shots and hope to have it done before next week when I'll have to take a break from it. Here's a screenshot preview:

Next Tutorial

I have often seen individuals asking questions when it comes to storytelling - questions that I myself once had before I started asking. So, it gave me an idea. Next week, I'm going to have some time on my hands and won't have my computer with all of my sims stuff but will have my sister's laptop and the base game. I'm going to use this time to explain some of the things that help make stories look better - such as custom title pages. Hopefully it turns out how I hope it will. For now, enjoy Behind Closed Doors - Prologue and I am off to work on the first chapter!! :-)

New Minisite

So, I finally spent the kudos to get a minisite. And I must say, I'm really enjoying getting it put together. There's still a lot to change to make it look good - the banner, the featured items, and such. But that'll give me something to do. I have a new lot coming out tomorrow. It is a bakery set in the desert, called Desert Desserts. It is also featured in my new story (Behind Closed Doors) that will hopefully come out soon as well. Pictures of the Bakery: Outside Inside Front Cover of Behind Closed Doors: Quick Description (the first upload will be a prologue so this is a short description of Behind Closed Doors) Cathleen Moore has just moved to Oasis Valley to avoid the drama and feuding of Veronaville. Oasis Valley is a quiet desert town near Strangetown that has attracted a few families since it was begun a few years ago. There is quiet a lot of drama going on in Oasis Valley but it is all taking place behind closed doors. Can Cathleen become part of the community and will she get some of the drama out into the open? Find out in Behind Closed Doors.

Backups are a Lovely Thing

I don't regularly back up my neighborhoods because I don't really have neighborhoods in my development game. But I did when I made the Vanilla Game Space (Google it and you'll find out how to do it.), I did make a copy of the pristine game folder so I could make separate copies later for different purposes. I ended up never getting around to that, but it did make a lovely place to start over. I only put in the essential downloads and poof, no more object issues. So the original problem isn't "fixed", but it is circumvented. One day maybe I'll have the time to figure out where the bad object is. But for now, I'm back to creating, however sparsely.

I know I have some unanswered requests. I'll try to respond this weekend if I'm able. I have some of my own ideas I want to get out first, though, before I forget them. Thanks for your patience and understanding.

My apologies to all who love pointless tat

Yes, I'm sorry. The pointless-tat-machine (that's me, by the way) has not been outputting the usual quantity of late. Other than some not-me-at-all pretty lots, I've been unable to produce that much due to real-life time-hogs (like work - booooo, hiss).

I have some lovely slum windows that I'm dying to submit, but that set is not quite finished yet. I will do as soon as I have more time. Of course, if there is anyone out there who can pay me stupidly huge amounts of money for sitting on my posterior all day instead of joining in the grind and toil of work, please do reply! You have NO idea how much I'm longing to hear from you!!!

Sorry

Hello,

Unfortunately, my computer is currently not, please excuse if I have no answer at the moment, I work with hochdruck out and sign me immediately upon you, if everything works.

Thick apology and thank you for your understanding.

Muccy

Comments, Comments, Comments...

I want to apologize to anyone who has left a comment for me and has not had a response. I have gotten waaaaaaaaayyyyy behind on them. I really do appreciate the wonderful comments you all leave for me! I am trying to catch up on all those! There are so many it's almost overwhelming!!! So if you get a comment from me on something you downloaded months and months ago you'll know what's up!

Just in case I miss anyone...Thank you so much for downloading and using my creations in your game, I really appreciate it!

One Million Downloads!!!!

Oh, wow. One million downloads. I've only been recoloring a year (alomst to the day!!), and already, I'm at one million!! Gotta sit down, here. lol. I owe it all to you guys. You continue to like my work enough to download, and I hope you all have enjoyed it!! I will continue to try to create beautiful things for you all. I thank you all very much for getting me to this number. Thanks again, all of you!!!

Manor House Release Info

I'm preparing to release the first of the Manor House sets. I know that many have been eagerly anticipating this date, and it's finally here!

Some things to know:
1. Most of the MH sets will be released in parts due to the large number of pieces and various recolors (the Washroom actually has 40 mesh and recolor files!) I apologize, but I'm not going to spend 6 hours uploading 40-60 pieces at a time, so each set will be broken up into at least 2 or 3 parts.

The Washroom will be uploaded as follows:
Part I: Plumbing fixtures (toilet, bidet, sink, tub) + recolors.
Part II: Everything else + recolors


2. The release of these sets will be s-l-o-w. Only the Garden and Washroom sets are completely, 100% finished. The other sets still have pieces that need to be tweaked and some pieces that need to be scrapped and/or redone completely. And there is at least one MH set that I haven't even started on yet =/


3. EVERYTHING in the Manor House Collection is high-poly. The ornate look I was going for can't really be faked with texture mapping--it demands polygons. Sorry to those with slow computers =[

To My Fans - Update

Surgery is no longer scheduled for tomorrow, it's been moved to July 3rd. I've been hurting pretty bad lately, so creating and writing has come to a stop for the time being.

I do hope all of you understand and accept my apologies.

Summer Break

Due to my kids having summer break right now I just wanted those who check in frequently to know that creations may be a little slow for a while. I will do what I can to update often so please be patient. Thanks to all who appreciate my work!

A Recommended Download

The Vanity Fair Sewing Room is now published and to add that special "finishing touch" I recommend, Jsf Designs Cashcraft Vanity Fair Reds walls. Judi and I collaborated on the wall treatment colors. I love Judi's walls and they bring elegances to any room set.

Judi's Vanity Fair Reds really sets off the set and they look FABULOUS in game! Thanks Judi, for sharing your wonderful creations and for making the Vanity Fair Sewing collection extra special.

jsf Designs Cashcraft VanityFair Reds here,

Thanks,

Carolyn

About Me

Hi to everyone! My name is Anna and first I'd like to welcome all who visit my minisite and thanks to everyone who downloads my stuff. I love to create clothes and I hope you will find something that you like here or on my own website: www.annamariasims2.com where you will find more clothes if you like it. Enjoy and thank you for your support!

Upcoming sets- tc92

TC92 was a *GREAT* inspiration, and I'm *still* working on furniture recolors. But the good news for everyone else is that there are *five* beddings and a set of mixed-media floors which will post on the 19th.

The beautiful maple railings in the two wallsets are matched perfectly in the floors, and an assortment of both 1x repeat and 2x repeat tiles will allow individuals a great deal of versatility. By using the dark leather texture among the maple, it is very easy to create 'area rug' effects', or simply beautiful flooring no matter how large or small the space.

Bedding! I have a particular love of downloading bedding, because I'm so particular about which beds I use in the game. Created with the fabric textures from the challenge, the bedding effects range from minimalist and masculine to a very warm, feminine coverlet.


I'd love feedback about these items (or any of my other creations). -DiY.

Summer Freebies

I'm still missing the time to update the blog, but I'm updating the freebies, for all of you who can't afford a sub.
The free stuff for the next two months will be as follows:

From June, 18 to July, 16 the free sets will be:
Enzo Dining Room
Enzo Dining Room - REC2
Enzo Dining Room - REC4
This dining room hasn't been all that popular, but it's got a shelving unit with a lot of space to put clutter, that has been very appreciated, and it's perfect for modern houses. As usual, it's a piece of modern italian style.

From July, 16 to August, 13 the free sets will be:
The Spike Light - Outdoor Lamps
Preventek Tri-Luminlight Outdoor Lamps
The Sentry - Set
These Maxis-matching lamps have been quite popular, and the fences set was one of my "best sellers", when it was first published. Hope you like to see it free again.

I'm also setting free forever some of my oldest sets, but you'll have to check in my minisite, because it would be a long list to put here. Enjoy!

Simford City

Submitted today: This classic lot was earlier owned by a not-so-well-known Simford City filmstar Eleanor Ellister, who mainly acted in horror movies as a dead blonde. The house has all modern comforts: balconies, toilets, car, stairs, rooms, walls, even windows � that�s the main reason why Eleanor Ellister so much loved this house! Simford City Classic Funny how much garden staff likes this particular house! Miss Ellister made a lot of friends! Eleanor writing a bestseller.

Finally Back

Still recovering from my accident last fall but am finally back to working on my Sim projects. I've got a backlog of about 1800 files waiting to be published, so I'm hoping to be publishing quite steadily for some time. Thanks for your patience!

Can't Update

My computer has been infected for by virus :( , I can't use it till I clean it or formating it :S. When I return again I'll upload some summer outfits with animated sandals that I made some days ago. Regards ,Francisco

The Enchanted Forest!

Interested?! 'The Enchanted Forest' is my latest collection of paintings which will be uploaded in a couple of days, but I just thought I'd give you a little preview Here we have a collection of nine paintings depicting woodland scenes for all of your nature-loving Sims - these are re-colours of the original 'Suspension Bridge', so no expansions are required! As always, any comments would be appreciated Mad Cow!

Objects!

Wootwoot! I finally found out how to recolor objects XD I tried some things out on pets stuff and I'll upload it soon.
Currently I'm also working on a new housestyle ^^

Picture: Notice the foodbowl behind the kitten, thats one of the simple recolors so far :p
Cant understand why nobody else ever made that cheap foodvowl just plain white.. *wonders*

Hi....

Hi...I'm CherryND.

En...I'm a newer in TSR. And my english is poor.So...I can't type complex sentence.

This site is complex too..I have learning how to use this site still...

I do not know how many of these words grammatical mistakes.囧rz...

Hope you could understand my clumsy expression.

Then..I am pleased to join the site, I hope you like my creations.

Thanks!

Old Boston Project

Now that my vacation is (finally) here I am beginning to feel more creative than I have in the last 2-3 months. I have started a new housing project called 'Old Boston'. I have already created a couple of lots but can't decide if I should furnish them or not. I put up a survey to help me decide. If you have the time please, please take the survey and besides you'll earn (I believe) 25 kudos! What could be easier? Now for this series of lots ... don't expect 'bricky' Boston homes. I am going with the 'clapboard' look since these houses are close to the harbor (remember the Boston Tea Party?) and I want them to have seaside appeal. Some of the houses will be a bit weathered ... but some will also be refurbished for those new, wealthier Sims moving into the area. For a peek ... see below ...

New Sets Posting Regularly!

Hello, everyone. This summer has been a great one for me, and *you* can reap the benefits! Coordinating wall and floor sets, object recolors and texture challenges are all waiting in the wings! A brief note-- anything done for a texture challenge I automatically label TSRAA, but other items are on a case by case basis. Feel free to browse my catalog, or drop me a note to say hi. As always, thank you for your time. Have courage- DiY.

Updated! Updated Again!

Well, I've updated my minisite yet again, and I think I may keep it this way for a long while. My homes are now known as SIMplistic Homes "A place to hang your hat". I've been, trying for a long while, to think of something catchy and it finally came to me today after creating the lot "Smokey Mountain High", my next lot soon to be available, which is sort of the theme of my new site, if you couldn't tell. Hope you like it as much as I do!

Dog Collars Anyone?

I've had a request for a Canadian flag dog collar. Anyone else have a particular country flag they'd like made into a dog collar? LMK :)

Welcome!

Welcome to my mini-site! I finally saved enough Kudos to buy my own Mini-Site! ;D Thank you for visiting and downloading my creations! Enjoy them and heav fun! ~Holly~

Upcoming Contemporary

Just wanted you all to know that I am diligently working on a new base game only home...yup, no EPs needed, although the garage is EP ready. Here's a quick sneak peek. It still needs some landscaping, but the inside is completed, and as usual it will be Maxis only - No Custom Content. You should see this for download in a few days. Hope you like it!

--Illiana

Happy Fathers Day

Don't know if any fathers are reading this, but if so, have a happy Fathers Day!...... I've been feeling crappy for the last few days, so I have not done any work on meshing or recoloring, because I haven't wanted to think that hard....:D But I am starting to feel better, so I can get back to tackling my projects again. I hope to have a completed new mesh set to upload here within the next few weeks. I can't work on it every day, so it is taking me longer than it would probably take anyone else....Here is a prototype of the lamp I am making...

Cashcraft Request

Today I am uploading five walls and one carpet using cashcraft's absolutely beautiful and vibtant VanityFair red texture. She had asked me to make her some wallpapers that match her new sewingroom and I was thrilled and honored to do it. I have also added to two other mouldings she likes to use besides the ParkLane that she wanted, just to round out the collection and give you all some other options. These will all be published the same day as her set on June 17th. I hope you like them.

Out of Commission for a Bit

Sorry folks, but my Sims game decided to stop working for some unknown reason. I've traced it down to an object in Decorative/Miscellaneous, but can't find it. I don't have the time to look for the problem right now with all the RL stuff going on. So I won't be creating anything for a bit until I get it resolved. Thanks for your patience. Nothing much I can do about it at the moment.

H&M Summer Style 2

I enjoyed creating my first set of re-colours of H&M Fashion Stuff Pack meshes so much that I decided to make a second set. Again, I've taken the textures supplied with the stuff pack and given them a more subtle, feminine re-working. As before, the basic shapes of the outfits are meshed on so there is limited scope for change and, rather disappointingly, the meshes are not bump map enabled. This set comprises eight complete outfits: two pretty summer dresses, two tunics, two denim mini skirts and two versatile pairs of trousers.



Again, my objective was to create outfits which were more suitable for everyday wear than the originals.

All outfits are available for adult and young adult females and require the H&M Fashion Stuff Pack.

You asked for it...rugs!

Rugs are the most popular item in my latest poll, so I've just completed two sets...one of Victorian rugs and one of Southwestern style rugs. A nice variety of colors and patterns are in these sets which are recolors of the Isotopia rug from Freetime. Hope you enjoy them!

Coming Soon.........

Greetings all I have a new decorating set uploaded ready to submit, I just haven't had the time to do it yet! LOL The set contains 10 walls and 7 floors, here is a picture to tide you over. There is also a matchign Soft Furnishings set to go with the main walls & floors one, which is also uploded and just waiting on the screenshots before I can submit it. This set includes - 3 x bedding/6 x paintings/6 x rug recolour/7 x curtains/8 x Table Lamps, phew!! LOL Hope everyone has an awesome weekend ;o)

Pompeii Hood

My newest project is doing a hood of ancient Pompeii. If anyone has any suggestions as to where I can find ancient items it will be appreciated. I have Tarox items and some clothes from MTS2. Any other ideas will be welcome. If you want to see my first house, check the Villa of the Sun in the Showrooms.

Houses & Lots

I have more themed joinable statues planned for later release so stay tuned for more of those. This week I am switching gears a bit to do some building. I have a few houses planned, as well as a Downtown lot or two. Previews should be posted soon.

Lot 21 -- Il Ristorante



House 78 -- Spanish Style(unfurnished)




Lot 25 -- The Spot

ZIP not found...Fixed!!!!

UPDATE -
Apparently, TSR has been slaving away to try to fix the server problems that are occuring. Thank you TSR for being so quick to respond! :D

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(Earlier Today...)
Grrrrrrrr!!!!!!! Well, once again the servers are acting up. I am sure TSR is working on it, but until then you can still OPEN the tutorial. You'll just have to wait a bit to actually download it to your own computer. I will update as soon as I have more news. Sorry all...

--Illiana

Mt Lodge TV Unit - Slots

In the centre area I added 3 slots from the left, to scroll the slots whilst holding the TV use M on the keyboard, to get the TV onto the centre postion. I put 3 slots there because you may not want the TV on it so then you can place other items instead.

Immigration delays - again!

What a great way to spend my birthday :( we have just found out there has been another delay - I can't believe it the visa officer says that due to the amount of fake documents they get we need to get vault copies of all the documents we need which basically puts us back another 3 to 6 months (!!!!) :( we are all devastated (especially my little guy) - we are not giving up though and will go apply for the vault copies and then try again - its just so frustrating after 6 months to basically have to start all over again because other people are not truthful :mad: anyway I suppose its not the end of the world we will just try again.

New Tutorial - New Home!

One Tutorial...coming up!

Well, I've been busy studying, reading, asking questions, and experimenting to find out all I can about beach lots. There is information out there, but it is scattered and sketchy. So I've taken the information I gathered and created a tutorial to better explain how beach lots work. It has information for both downloaders and creators, so hopefully it will help someone out there. I sure wish there'd been one when I was experimenting with my own lots. LOL! Anyway, the tutorial "The Hidden Rules of Beach Lots" is due out on the 13th. I do hope it helps!

By the way...a HUGE thank you to gamelia for making the suggestion to create a tutorial. If it wasn't for her, I probably wouldn't have thought to do it. :) Thanks Gamelia!





New Lot...and it's just Base Game!


Fresh out of testing, comes this cute little 2 bedroom suburban style home. It is due out on the 18th, and is base game only...yup, no EPs needed! Nice, huh? Bet you thought I'd given up on base game homes. LOL! I just adore how the interior of this home turned out, and I sure hope you like it too. :)

--Illiana