LTD MAGAZINE May/June 2016 by Love To Decorate

MAD PEA THE LITTLE BRANCH OPULENCE W I N D O W T R E AT M E N T S & MORE

LOVE TO D ECO R ATE S L .CO M MAY / J U N E 2 016 I S S U E #14

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A NOTE FROM LTD...

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Ready for Summer. . . We are halfway through our issues for 2016 already! How times flies when you are having fun. These past few months have been full of activity as always and we are very happy to share with you our latest labor of love, the May/June 2016 Issue. In this issue we feature Kiana Writer and her brand MadPea Productions and also get a scoop on her latest project, Interior Design store B ackBone. Kiana has been an active member of Second Life速 since 2007 and MadPea alone is one of the most respected and unique companies on the grid. Her work is amazing and we are excited to see what is in store for the rest of this year. We also sit down with Cari McKeenan of Little Branch, a designer who continues to make our landscapes more and more beautiful each day. Not only that, we also have as always a ton of interior and outdoor design to get you inspired for the upcoming Summer season. Whether it is a romantic beach setting, a tropical sunroom or an opulent lounge, we have it all! As always, thank you for your continued support and we hope you enjoy the work that has gone into producing these pages. Love to Decorate!

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R... Can you feel it? Summer is coming, well at least here in my country it is. We had some wonderful weather in the start of May - dresses, flip flops and yes, I have already been caught by the sun and it gave me a sunburn but now it seems like the summer weather is gone. For the people who don’ t know me, I actually don’ t like summer in it’s full glory. We all know that, sweating while simply sitting, full beaches, restaurants etc but even though the summer and I will never be friends. I love him for the reason that spending time outside is so much more comfortable and enjoyable. So since the weather is not so graceful right now, looking forward to the upcoming issue gives me back these feelings of what I like about summer. So I am happy that even though we did not plan on a ‘summer’ issue, the May/June issue has lightly become one. In the start, we did not had summer in mind but now that I see the whole beauty. The only thing that comes to mind is the sun, being outside and enjoying nature but so often time does not allow us to do the things we would like to do… stress at work, issues, issues and more stress. So in our feature ‘Tropical Island’; the Stylists worked on bringing that tropical vacation feeling to their homes and which allows us to take a five minute break from the constant busy life we lead. The same goes for our ‘ Beachtime’ feature, where our Stylists created lovely scenes for the same purpose to just have a break from everything or to simply spend a lovely day with friends or family. I can now write a lot about our features, but I think that would just take away the excitement from browsing. To keep it short, we go from ‘Opulence’ to calm and modest ‘ Window Treatments’ over to kitchen spaces that actually were not made for them. Also be excited about our two part Community Spread, where we feature The Community Spirit of one of the largest places (and I just talk for myself) that I know in Second Life®: The Grove Country Club Estates.

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I hope you will enjoy this issue, and thank you for reading and supporting us.

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contents

Mad Pea Featured Article.

Decorator’s Block Beautiful kitchens to inspire you.

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Community Spirit The Grove Country Club Estates.

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Living In Splashes of Indigo is always a good idea.

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100 Years of Decor Take a step into the Tropics.

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Family Living Let the Bedtime Stories begin.

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Designs by Knave Britain is back with this Vintage getaway.

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Shopping List This seasons favorites.

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Make It Your Own Tracei Moore is back with his imagination.

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The Little Branch Featured Designer.

Lifestyle Luxurious Opulence? Yes, please.

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Focus On Beautifying those windows.

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Fancy Decor Contest Winner: Manis Lane

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Decorating With: Step into Kimbra’s world.

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Dogs Days of Summer RicoRacer’s fresh take on Summer.

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Nature Loving To the beach it is!

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The Event Featuring designers from present & past.

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The Directory A-Z Guide of stores featured in this issue.

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Whether you have just joined Second Life® or been here a while, there are a few brands that seem to be very much universally known around the Community. One such brand is most definitely MadPea who have established themselves not just for their beautiful Sim designs but their games, puzzles, hunts and events they have going on around the grid. Whether you have just joined Second Life® or been here a while, there are a few brands that seem to be very much universally known around the Community. One such brand is most definitely MadPea who have established themselves not just for their beautiful Sim designs but their games, puzzles, hunts and events they have going on around the grid.

participations. Below are some of her answers to some questions I myself was dying to ask about this exciting new brand as well as MadPea in general.

The Interview, UNIA, Sanity Falls and various charity auctions we have seen around Second Life® are just a few examples of some of the different projects or hats so to speak, that MadPea occupies within the community. The reputation that has been established seems to have taken Second Life® by storm making it nearly impossible to miss some of the amazing work that MadPea has done within the grid. I have had the opportunity to chat briefly with the Head Honcho and Driving Force, Kiana Writer, about some of her own experiences within Second Life®, favorite items and also the brand new brand “Backbone” that is being sold at different events around the grid as we speak. Within my own Second Life®, I have much admired the MadPea team for the work they have managed to do on the grid. Most when they join Second Life®, do have some idea of things they want to achieve and Kiana Writer was no different. While she never really thought it would be as successful a brand as it has become, the main goal for her was to “bring stories to life and sharing them with others”. She has managed to successfully do just this through various immersive games with the latest ‘The Interview’ really bringing huge audiences to experience the ultimate interviewing challenge. And this all from a woman who really had no management experience within Real Life or Second Life®, Kiana is now running a very talented team of freelancers within a virtual world. With time zones, different schedules as well as other Real Life commitments that her team may have, this is definitely not an easy task for anyone. She has really worked hard and fought for every opportunity as well as always surrounding herself with people who could see her vision and encourage her to achieve it. MadPea has already established itself not just for their amazing sim builds but also for their décor items. Kiana and her partner Rheinhard Kappler recently started another brand called ‘BackBone’ – so named to describe their own personal relationship. The goal is to create items that Kiana and Rheinhard themselves are searching for when decorating homes or even MadPea games and making items they personally enjoy. When asking Kiana about Backbone, I was able to find out more information on the thought processes behind the creations made as well as event

MadPea started out in 2008 with a different name - Beyond Imagination. Kiana was surprised that other than the Pot Healer adventure and the original Devil’s Labyrinth, there was really nothing comparable within Second Life® already. She states her goal was very much to “make a difference and push the envelope a bit more and give people something challenging, fun and different to do. I had no idea then that it would grow to this level, I started completely from scratch, didn’t even own a credit card to be able to invest any money into this. And that’s what I love about Second Life®, anything is truly possible here, as long as you believe in it.” The name change from Beyond Imagination moved to MadPea because it describes the limitless chest of oddities and bizarre things that is Kiana’s imagination! As mentioned before, there is a new decor brand on the horizon which is a bit more Personal to Kiana and her own partner Rheinhard Kappler called BackBone. The project is very much based on both these amazing shareholders following trends and really focussing on the items that inspire them in Real Life and incorporating it into the Second Life® work for us all to enjoy. This brand is currently available at different sales events around the grid including Cosmopolitan and 6th Republic. To try and get LTD readers a bit of a sneak peek into what is next for the MadPea and BackBone brands, I made sure to ask what we can all expect next. The answer was simple and something that certainly made me feel exhausted on their behalf. With both brands currently in 6th Republic, BackBone will be featured in a few more events in the upcoming months while MadPea will be shown off at The Arcade as well as two mini games and one larger, immersive one coming our way. This definitely sounds like there is some amazing things coming from MadPea! With so many businesses, designers and companies in Second Life® thriving currently, it is more accessible currently to get advice and information when you are even thinking of starting your own business in-world. Knowing how popular and well-known the MadPea brand is, I had to see if Kiana had some bits of advice we can all use within our own lives. When asked if there is something that she would like readers to know about herself she very much wanted to remind everyone that she is just like every single person who joins Second Life®. She is not a millionaire or have unconditional money to make projects happen. This is “nothing but an average single mom’s passion to make a difference to people

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in Second Life® and make her dreams come true with a hell of a lot of hard work!” She suggests that the only way to succeed in a business inworld is by persistence and ensuring you know how Second Life® works by stating, “You must learn to be a resident first before you can be successful in business in Second Life®”. With Second Life® decor down to a fine art, and enough creativity to make projects happen, I really wanted to ask Kiana if she has a favorite piece of decor she loves to use - a must have so to speak and without hesitation she stated that she has a rug from Apt B that she uses in every project she possibly can! Lucky for me, I have that rug as well so I definitely agree with her on that one. With hundreds of successful games, hunt’s, décor work as well as breaking into the Real Life game making world, it seems like the MadPea brand just keeps getting bigger and better and have established themselves as one of the best Second Life® brands around. And I must say, after speaking to Kiana a little bit, it is not hard to figure out the secret to their success – hard work, dedication and a passion for wanting to really push the envelope consistently ensuring work is done in such a way that it breaks previously thought of limits in world. It is clear that Kiana is not just the driving force behind the brand but humbly she definitely credits her team of talented freelancers and the work that they do in growing and advancing the MadPea brand in Second Life®. With BackBone clearly befitting the name it has been giving, perhaps it is even more fitting considering that MadPea has surely become a very vital BackBone within Second Life®. Informations and Links: • • • • •

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MadPea Online MadPea Facebook MadPea In-World MadPea Marketplace MadPea Flickr

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WRITTEN BY ROSALYN MACARTHUR / STYLING BY JOHANNA FROST / PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN MINUET

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Pal l et: Single Pallet B y Madpea, Pal l et: Stack Of Pallets A B y Madpea, B oat: Cal ypso Drivable Rowboat B y Madpea, Rope: Murder Kit – Rope B y Madpea, A xe: Murder Kit - Fire A xe B y Madpea, Tape: Murder Kit - Duct Tape B y Madpea, Fishing Pol e: Fishing Pole Prop B y Madpea, Wal l: Kensington Wall B y Ex Machina, B uckets: Project B ucket B y ..::Th::.., Fl owers: Dandelion Group 1 B y Cuberepublic, Cl ower: Forest Undergrowth - Clover – Large B y Heart.

Gramophone: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Gramophone Silver B y Madpea, Wal l - Deco: B ingewatchers One More Light B y Madpea, Wal l - Deco: B ingewatchers Inspirational Frame B y Madpea, Wal l - Deco: Writer’s Corner - Remember Me Frame B y Madpea, Lamp: Hanging Cage Lamp Warm Wood Short B y Madpea, Lamp: Hanging Cage Lamp Warm Wood Long B y Madpea, Desk: Writer’s Corner - Writer’s Desk B y Madpea, Chair: Writer’s Corner - Writer’s Chair B y Madpea, Deco: B ingewatchers Average B everages B y Madpea, Deco: Writer’s Corner - Typewriter Silver B y Madpea, Deco: Book Decor - Short Row A B y DIGS , Deco: Book Decor – Lean B y DIGS , Deco: Book Decor – Stack B y DIGS , Deco: B ingewatchers Ice Cream B y Madpea, Deco: B ingewatchers Tissues B y Madpea, Deco: Writer’s Corner – Books B y Madpea, Deco: Workspace - Pencil Holder B y -Tres Bl ah-, Deco: B ingewatchers DVDs B y Madpea, Deco: Workspace - And Files B y -Tres Bl ah-, Deco: Wall Paper B y Floorpl an., Tabl e: Writer’s Corner - Side Table B y Madpea, Pl ant: Bonsai Shihosu B y Madpea, Cl ock: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Wall Clock B y Madpea, Cur tain: Toronto-Living Room Curtain B y B azar, Frame: Picture Frames And Shelves -Dark Wood B y Haikei, Lights: Industrial Lights - String B ulbs B y DRD.

WI N TE R GA R DE N: House: Da ylil y Cottage B y Scarlet Creative, Hatstand: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Hatstand B y Madpea, S afe: Hoodlums’ Hideout - S afe B y Madpea, Tabl e: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Console B y Madpea, Lamp: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Table Lamp B y Madpea, Deco: Writer’s Corner - Writing Pad And Journal B y Madpea, B ottl e: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Pea Whiskey B y Madpea, Dar t: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Dartboard B y Madpea, Phone: Writer’s Corner – Telephone B y Madpea, Pl ant: B ingewatchers Growbag Pl ant B y Madpea, Fridge: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Refrigerator B y Madpea, Viol in Case: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Violin Case B rown B y Madpea, Cl ock: B ingewatchers Clock B y Madpea, B oard: B ingewatchers Memo Board B y Madpea, Trash: B ingewatchers Trash B in B y Madpea, Phone: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Old Phone B y Madpea, Chair: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Chair B y Madpea, Tabl e: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Poker Table Rare B y Madpea, Deco: Hoodlums’ Hideout - A shtra y B y Madpea, Deco: Hoodlums’ Hideout – Cigars B y Madpea, Gl ass: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Full Whiskey Gl ass B y Madpea, Gl ass: Hoodlums’ Hideout - Empty Whiskey Gl ass B y Madpea, Case: Secret Attache Case B y Soy., Rug: Linen Rug B y Revival.

I NSI DE A: Deco: Industrial Vacuum Cleaner B y Madpea, Deco: Cleaning Product 1-7 B y Madpea, Deco: Mop And B ucket B y Madpea, Deco: Vintage Laundry Cart B y Schultz B ros, Deco: Dollhouse Laundry Shelf B y Schultz B ros, Deco: Hanging Laundry Forks B y Schultz B ros, Deco: My Tool ’s At The Wall On Board B y Tampon Inside, Lamp: My Workbench Wall Lamp B y Tampon Inside, Light: Hanging Cage Light / B l ack B y B rocante.

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Cari McKeenan likes a good challenge. The creator and owner of Little Branch constantly pushes himself to offer the best, most unique mesh products to customers. Anyone who has seen the lush design of a Little Branch tree, flower or field of grass and the painstaking attention to detail, can see the effort in the craftsmanship. That is why Little Branch is one of the fastest growing home and garden decor stores in Second Life®, and they don’t even have an in-world location yet. But success has not changed Cari one bit. In fact, the mysterious and charming designer is greatly humbled by it all. “We have a big in-world group. For each new release about 20 volunteers give feedback on new items. If the item passes their test, it becomes part of the Little Branch marketplace store.” Full disclosure. As I chatted with Cari, I sat beneath the gorgeous lemon tree he created. I placed it in my yard not too long ago, along with a few of their birch trees, and love how it has accentuated my little homemade garden. We ended up discussing how residents of Second Life® deserve to have beautiful pieces for their outdoor landscapes. So many of us spend so much time working inside our homes or businesses that we forget to spruce up the outside. “I always liked exploring themed sims,” Cari said. “But the trees in Second Life® were a little disappointing. So my first idea was to create mesh ones. We started with a simple tree and then made them with a seasons change feature.” That feature is so easy to use. Really. With only a few clicks you can seamlessly change from winter to spring to summer and autumn, creating dreamy, realistic gardens. Take, for example, the birch trees I mentioned. The highly detailed bark and leaves with realistic textures look great from any angle and is perfect for photography or just sitting, relaxing and admiring. And here’s a fun little nugget that Cari shared with me. They’re working on a feature that makes the branches sway with a smooth wind effect. And that isn’t the only effect Little Branch has up their sleeve. Projects in the works include trees with falling leaves, falling fruit and, wait for it, falling coconuts. “I’ll keep a watchful eye out,” I joked. “Yes!” Cari laughed. Little Branch has its sights set on more than just trees though. They want to expand their landscaping offerings with mesh waterfalls, mesh rocks with realistic textures, rolling hills and mesh beach landscapes. I know I won’t be the only one waiting for those hit the marketplace. “This isn’t an easy task,” Cari laughs. “It can take between one day and five months, depending on my mood or inspiration.” When we spoke, Cari was in London being inspired by the city’s beautiful parks so I playfully mentioned that I’ll be expecting a London-themed landscape soon. Cari displayed more of that mysterious charm when he answered. “It is coming out for one the upcoming events but I can’t say what the name is now. It’ll be a mesh park kit, with playgrounds, etc.” Duly noted. While we wait for the next generation of mesh goods, Little Branch is featuring many of their current items at events across the grid, including FaMESHed, The Chapter Four and Shiny Shabby. Cari is also proud that Little Branch participates in charity events, recently sponsoring the 2015 Relay For Life Home and Garden Expo. They will be featured at the upcoming The Courage Event, which is a two week fundraiser to benefit the Canadian Red Cross for victims affected by the wildfires that destroyed hundreds of thousands of acres of land in Alberta.

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I treat my customers like friends,” Cari said. And they, in turn, treat Little Branch like family, nominating the store for several awards including the 2015 AVI choice for Best Landscape Store. “I didn’t even tell anyone to vote for us. I was really surprised with the results and it made me want to work harder for them.” The answer was a coy “yes.” “Many people want this so badly.” Okay, I’ll bite, what is it? “The majestic wisteria. My customers deserve it. And, I like the challenge.” Stunning is the only thing that came to mind and I couldn’t possibly do a majestic wisteria justice by reducing it to a several word description so I urge you to hop on Google as soon as possible. And then wait with impatient anticipation for Little Branch to inevitably announce when it’ll be released. As my time with Cari started to wind down I mentioned how fantastic it must be for him to see how much Little Branch has grown is such a short time. “You must be so proud,” I said. “The only thing I’m proud of is seeing my items used by talented photographers, builders and residents. They make them look great with amazing scenes. My goal is to make Second Life® look better so everybody can have a chill time and a good chat with friends.” Glancing up at the pretty lemon tree I’d been sitting under, I couldn’t agree more. Links: The Little Branch on Marketplace The Little Branch on Flickr

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WRITTEN BY VICTORIA BRINNER STYLING BY WENDZ TEMPEST PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORDAN GIANT

STYLING CREDITS. . . Tree: Rainbow Tree B ended Cluster B y The Little B ranch Tree: Weeping Willow B y The Little B ranch Tree: Conifier B y The Little B ranch Tree: Al aska B y The Little B ranch Tree: Giant Maple B y The Little B ranch Tree: Mystic B irch B y The Little B ranch Tree: Sourwood B y The Little B ranch Tree: White B irch Cluster B y The Little B ranch Tree: Young Wild B irch B y The Little B ranch Tree: B radford B y The Little B ranch Tree: White Cherry Blossoms B y The Little B ranch Tree: J apanese Maple B y The Little B ranch Tree: S assafras B y The Little B ranch Tree: Gum Tree B y The Little B ranch Tree: Pony Palm B y The Little B ranch Tree: B anyan Tree B y The Little B ranch Tree: Apple Shad B y The Little B ranch Tree: Apple Tree White B y The Little B ranch Tree: Honey Tree B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Sunflowers B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Fushia Poppies B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Daisy B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Spring B rise B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Red Poppies B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Yellow Poppies B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Pink Flowers B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Daisy Flowers B ed B y The Little B ranch Grass: Wild Grass B y The Little B ranch Pl ant: Cattail Cluster B y The Little B ranch Pl ant: Waterlil y B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: B ird Flower B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Bouton D’or Pink B y The Little B ranch Fl owers: Bouton D’or Lavender B y The Little B ranch Potter y: Urne De Terra Cuite B y Apple Fall Pl ant: Climbing Ivy Flower B y The Rural Route Chair: Peacock Chair B y Revival B uil ding: Victorian Garden Foll y B y 22769 B auwerk Lights: Victorian Garden Lamp B y 22769 B auwerk Wal l s: Farrow Garden Wall B y Apple Fall Fence: Bluebell Fencing B y Apple Fall Vine: Wall Vine B y YumYum Decor: Wedding Trellis B y Fiasco B ench: Worn Garden B ench B y The Hive Fl ooring: Cobblestone Floor B y Stormwood B irdhouse: Triple B irdhouse B y Newchurch

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STYLING CREDITS. . . B uil ding: Wildrose Manor B y Dust B unny Wreath: Rag Wreath B y Dust B unny Nest: Robin Nest Natural B y Dust B unny Kettl e: Amy’s Kettle B y Dust B unny Counter Stool: Utd - Old S addle Counter Stool B y Soy Pier B eams: Coastal Pier B eams B y Apple Fall Counter: Recl aimed Door Counter B y Apple Fall Daf fodil s: Daffodils J ug B y Apple Fall Mil k B ottl es: Ceramic Bottles B y Apple Fall R ail ings: Coastal Pier Railing Short B y Apple Fall Post: B ushmead Railing Post (White) B y Apple Fall B anana Tree: B anana Tree - Modified With Neva’s Laundry B asket B y Apple Fall Tabl e: Old Stained Table B y Apple Fall Drinks Tray: Elderflower Cordial B y Apple Fall Teacl oth: Red Teacloth B y Apple Fall B read: Au Pain (Sourbread B aguette) B y Apple Fall Col anders: Col ander B y Apple Fall Pans: Copper Pan Set B y Apple Fall Painted B owl s: Hand Scandinavian Bowls B y Apple Fall Home Hear t: Heart (Home Sweet Home) B y Apple Fall Enjoy Hear t: Heart (Enjoy The Little Things) B y Apple Fall B ed Warmers: B ed Warmers B y Apple Fall Stove Hood: Pl antation Stove Hood (Rustic) B y Apple Fall Step: Stepl adder B y Apple Fall Hanging Pl ant: Hanging Pot - Style A B y Aisling Vintage Lamp: New B eginnings - Kerosene Lamp B y 8F8 Caul dron: New B eginnings - Cauldron B y 8F8 Firepl ace: New B eginnings - Firepl ace B y 8F8 Firepl ace Fence: New B eginnings - Firepl ace Fence B y 8F8 Tabl e: New B eginnings - Table B y 8F8 Pots Shelf: New B eginnings - Pottery Shelf B y 8F8 Towel s Hanger: New B eginnings - Towels Hanger B y 8F8 Egg Carrier: New B eginnings - Egg Carrier B y 8F8 Wheel s: New B eginnings - Wheels B y 8F8 Pets Crate: New B eginnings - B unny & Chickens B y 8F8 B reakfast Set: New B eginnings - Egg Set B y 8F8 Hanging Lamps: New B eginnings - Hanging Lamp B y 8F8 Cottage Cur tain: Granny’s Winter Cottage - Curtain B y 8F8 Cooker: Granny’s Winter Cottage - Stove Rare B y 8F8 Ladder: Primavera In Toscana Ladder B y 8F8 Wheel Tabl es: B artlet Wheel Table. Worn. B y J unk B enches: Cobblers B ench. Light. B y J unk B al ance Scal es: B al ance Scales. B y J unk Tractor Tabl e: S alvaged Tractor Table. B y J unk B ucket Light: Tin B ucket Light. Long. B y J unk Hanging Tool s: Hanging Tools /Copper 3 B y Vespertine Dishrack: Dishrack /Iron Bl ack B y Vespertine Gl assrack: Gl assrack B y Vespertine Recipes B ook: Prepared 4 B aking B y Vespertine B oards: Boards & Tra ys B y Vespertine B ooks: Books B y Kunst Tricyl e: Neva’s Tricycle Rare B y Kunst B l inds: S avannah Roman Blinds B y Aria Fl owers Cages: Rattan B asket B ag With Flowers B y Zenith Cups: The Kitchen - Coffee Cups B y Pixel Mode B owl s: The Kitchen - Bowls B y Pixel Mode Pl ates: The Kitchen - Dinner Pl ates B y Pixel Mode Spices: The Kitchen - Spices B y Pixel Mode Canisters: The Kitchen - Canisters B y Pixel Mode Menu: The Kitchen - Dail y Menu B y Pixel Mode Consol e: Wire Console (Stained) B y Fancy Decor Wheel B enches: Hannah B ench + Stringlights B y Trompe Loeil Pot R ack: Antique Pot Rack B y Trompe Loeil Sink: Vintage Sink B rown Wood B y Trompe Loeil Pl ant: Monstera Pl ant B y NOMAD Leaning Fl owers: Decor - Parrot Tulips B y Lode Vase: Snapdragon Vase B ig [Mix] B y Lode Vase 2: B irch Vase [Rust] Y Lode Rug: Marquette B raid Rug B y POST Fridge: Marquette Monitor Top Refrigerator B y POST

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STYLING CREDITS. . . B uil d: B luebell Lighthouse B y Dust B unny Firepl ace: Period Firepl ace B y Apple Fall Stove: Wide Stove Set B y B y Apple Fall Cl oth: Red Teacloth B y Apple Fall Pil l ow: Ltd Chains Cushion B y Apple Fall J ar: Seaside Candle B y Apple Fall B ook & Cof fee: Coffee & Muffin B y Apple Fall Cake: Lemon Whip Drizzle Cake B y Apple Fall Light: B ranch Pendant Light B y Apple Fall Pans: Pan Rack B y Apple Fall B oat: Model Ship B y Fancy Decor Chair: Tatty Chair B y Apple Fall Pouf: Le Pouf B y Ariskea Cur tain: Shine Curtain B y Vintage Boutique Tabl e: Arrow Table B y Floorpl an Rug: S ailor Stripe Rug B y Floorpl an B uoys: B uoy B asket B y Floorpl an Sideboard: Captain’s Sideboard B y Floorpl an Lantern: Paxton Lantern B y Trompe Loeil Counter: Vintage Kitchen Counter B y Vespertine Tin: Spatul as Tin B y Vespertine Cookbook: Cooking Stuff B y Vespertine Pl ant: Hanging Ivy B y Yourskin & Yourshape J ars: Kitchen J ars B y Yourskin & Yourshape Scal e: Kitchen Scales B y Laq Decor Sign: Gone Fishing Sign B y Lisp Cl ock: Mermaids And Seadogs Wall Clock B y Lisp Pie: Apple Pie B y 8F8 Scal e: Scale B y S ari-S ari Silverware: Silverware Rack B y S ari-S ari Cutting B oard: Cutting Board B y Tres Bl ah R ack: Winter Coat Rack B y Tres Bl ah Pot: Lil ac Tra y B y Pilot Fl ower: Ambrose Vase B y Aria & The Lof t Dish R ack: B aker’s Rack B y Second Spaces Pl ant: Lemon B ranches B y Ar t Dummy B arn Door: B arn Door Consoled B y The Hive Refrigerator: Kawaii Kitchen B y Random Matter Lantern: Wannabe Boho Lantern B y J unk. Painting: Abstract Canvas B y J unk. Shel l: Nautilus B y The Lof t Cur tain: B ennet Drapes B y The Lof t Tabl e: Vill a Casol are Round B y The Lof t Chair: Ambrose Dining Chair B y Aria And The Lof t Vase: Yellow Lilies B y The Lof t Ship Wheel: Ship Wheel B y Nautica Tabl e: Cafe Table B y Hideki

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STYLING CREDITS. . . B uil d: Hardwick Manor B y Apple Fall B rick Wal l: Fall Farrow Garden Wall B y Apple Fall Stove: Country Kitchen Corner Stove B y S ari-S ari Sink: Kawaii Kitchen Sink White B y Random Matter Drawers: Kawaii Kitchen Drawers White B y Random Matter Cabinet: Kawaii Kitchen Cabinet White B y Random Matter Stool: Worn Stool Wood B y Tarte Tabl e And Chairs: Where Is My Kitchen Table B y Ionic (The Chapter Four) Hanging Lamp: B eauty In The Ordinary Simple Chandelier B y Zerkalo Fridge: Granny’s Winter Cottage Refrigerator B y 8F8 Step Stool: Stepl adder B y Apple Fall B eaded Cur tain: Wood B eaded Curtain B y Dust B unny DEC OR ON THE S TOVE Pan With Egg: Nourish Egg Pan B y Art Dummy (Store Closed) Eggs: Kitchen Essentials Eggs B y S ari-S ari Hanging Tool s: Hanging Tools Color B y Vespertine Knives: Kitchen Essentials Knife Strip B y S ari-S ari J am Pot: Shiny Shabby Boho Colored Kitchen J am B y Zerkalo Microwave: Kawaii Kitchen Microwave White B y Random Matter Timer: Kawaii Kitchen B unny Timer Lemon B y Random Matter Tea Tin: Darjeeling Leaf Tea Box B y Erratic Tin With Tool s: Spatul as Tin B y Vespertine Recipes: Recipebox B y Vespertine Paper Towel s: Paper Towels B y Pilot Fruit And Veggie Frame: Harvest Frame B y J unk Chopping Wood B oards: Kitchen Essentials Chopping Boards B y S ari-S ari Shopping B ag: Shopping B ag B y Vespertine Hanging R ack With Cups: Kawaii Kitchen Rack B y Random Matter Frame With Oranges And Lemons: Peacock Frame B y J unk (Modded Art Added B y Stylist)

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Opulence ARTICLE BY MAE DELVALLE / STYLING BY LAUREN MINUET / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORDAN GIANT

Richness, abundance, fortune, luxury, lavishness, prosperousness, affluence, plenitude, splendorâ&#x20AC;Ś whatever synonym one uses, whichever of these abundance of words one chooses to use it all goes back to the same concept: opulence. The word may be possible to apply to a number of things, but what one thinks of immediately when the word opulence is heard, would most probably be decor. A crystal chandelier, a marble foyer, a carved wood table, a velvet sofa, gold foils framing mirrors or paintings, leather adorned armchairs... or scenes from back of our minds like Marie Antoinette draped over a chaise with her oversized hairdo and pastries in her hand while a silk gown drapes around her; an oil magnet sitting in his study, on his leather chair at his carved dark wood desk, with his cigar in hand; a Roman Patrician standing by a statue and a gold candelabra, conversing over mulled wine; King Henry VIII in his brocade pants and ornate doublet discussing matters with courtiers in a chamber adorned with tapestries; a Hollywood mansion foyer decked with rich marble, a large bouquet of roses in a large fine porcelain vase in the middle, sitting on a glass table with wrought iron legs... we could continue this list for another two pages and still not finish what can be considered opulence. No matter what word is used to explain the meaning of opulence, in what dictionary, there is always an air of excess, profusion, exaggeration. No matter how exaggerated one might think opulence is to be, when used in decor there is an awe-striking quality to it. Faced with the lavishness that is called opulence, one cannot help but feel amazed. There are many ways of achieving opulence, though it is safe to assume gold, marble, carved wood, rich fabrics and the like never fell out of favor. There was a time when aluminum was the most valued metal of all, because it was so difficult to find, or produce. Napoleon III, the first president of the French Republic, used to serve state dinners in aluminum plates. Gold and silver were used for lesser ranks. That is of course, methods of producing large quantities of aluminum were invented. Whether it is aluminum, or gold, we humans will always want the rarest of possessions because for as long as we can tell, human kind wanted the best of everything, wanted more of everything and wanted to show it off too. If one had riches, those riches had to be seen for they helped communicate the importance of a person. The ways of showing off may have changed in time but some things remain the same. A rich lifestyle is indicative of wealth, power, status, which are things human beings have been chasing after forever. Having said that, we must remind, a lavish decor does not require as large amounts of money as it once did. There were times when showing off status symbols were used in excess, and screamed â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;there is power and money here!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; but in our day, opulence can be more indicative of style than status symbol. The word itself might bring to mind scenes from movies or photographs from magazines with Kings and Queens on thrones, nobles in mansions, rich businessmen in cigar lounges and such, but it is not so anymore. Sure, it takes an effort to achieve the look, but it does not require as much wealth anymore. It is possible to have some semblance of opulence for people of many income levels. Gold leaves on mirror frames do not really have to be gold anymore. Wood carvings do not have to be hand-made anymore. Silk does not have to arrive from faraway lands anymore. The list of examples could be extended. A good find in a flea market, something gathering dust in an antique store corner, a piece on sale because it is the last one left, an accessory unexpectedly appearing in a department store all make achieving an opulent style of decor easier for everyone. Still, there is an effort to be made. Deciding on the design, finding all the right pieces, hunting them down, waiting to locate that last piece necessary and spending real life money on it are all part of (continued on Page 103)

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ARTICLE BY MAE DELVALLE / STYLING BY LAUREN MINUET / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORDAN GIANT

STYLING CREDITS. . . Skybox: St A saph Skybox B y Theosophy Pl ant: Potted Ponytail Palm (Modified) B y Soy Tray: Linked Tra y Gold B y The Lof t Cur tain: Ambrose Curtains B y Aria & The Lof t B l inds: S avannah Roman B linds B y Aria Fl oor Mirror: B acall Mirror Copper B y The Lof t Chandel ier: Cl assic Chandelier (Bl ack) B y Fancy Decor Firepl ace: Period Firepl ace B y Apple Fall Vase: Phel an Vase With Hydrageneas Bl ack B y Aria & The Lof t Candl es: Crystal Candelstick B y Fancy Decor Mirror: B eaumaris Mirror (Coal) B y Theosophy Pl ant: Potted Pothos (Modified) B y Soy Pl anter: Ophelia Potted Amaryllis (Modified) B y Aria Tabl e: Cheriton Side Table (Gold) B y Theosophy Potted Pl ant: Agl aonema Tall B y Dutchie Chairs: Neve Chair - B l ack B y Mudhoney Couch: B l air Two Sitter Sofa B y Aria Pil l ows: B abette Decorative Pillows (Modified) B y Aria Tabl e: Devauden Table (Coal / Gold Caps) B y Theosophy B ucket: Champ B ucket / Rose B y Kunst Gl ass: Champ Gl ass #1 / Rose B y Kunst Skul l: Skull (Modified) B y Aria B ook Stack: Design Books B y Apple Fall Large Vase: [Petite Paris] Les Roses Anges Rare B y Ariskea Smal l Vase: [Petite Paris] Rose Vase Pink B y Ariskea Stacked B oxes: Napa Entrywa y Box Set Bl ack B y The Lof t Candl es: Crystal Candelstick B y Fancy Decor Rug 1 : Ophelia Rug B y Aria Rug 2: Corvus Hide Rug B y The Lof t Consol e Tabl e: Tredegar Console (Bl ack Wood) B y

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any decor idea, but more so in specific styles such as this. Here come our saviour Second Life® to the rescue. The obvious advantage of financials aside, our virtual world brings us almost unbounded opportunities to have what we cannot have in our real lives due to various obstacles, be it financial or other. We can have all the crystal, all the gold, all the marble, all the velvet, all the wrought iron we want in our homes and gardens here. We can be as lavish, as opulent as we wish to be. When speaking of decor as such, one cannot help but think of mesh, as usual. Yes, yes… we have all spoken of mesh so many times and how amazing, marvellous, wonderful it is but… do you not think it is deserved? That wrought iron chair you want in your garden is here and looks wonderful in all its detail because of mesh. The chandelier lighting up your living room is flickering with those candle-like bulbs have those beautiful pearl details on it because of mesh. Every piece you look close enough at, will remind you why you love mesh, as we do. Now, to give props where needed, we cannot leave out the amazing talent that are the creators in Second Life®. They make our dreams come true with their constant struggle to achieve the best, the most realistic creations, and sometimes bring us things we did not even know we needed, but turn out to be that one piece completing our decoration efforts. Lush flowers in the right vase is easier to find in our virtual lives, the kind of fabric we want for our chair, the color we want for our sofa, the type of porcelain we look for in urns, the right look for the wall on the clock, the soft, floating drapes we picture dressing our windows… it is all easier, it is all readily available to us on Second Life® thanks to all the creators striving to do their best. Did you want to go all out and replicate the throne room in that movie you loved? You probably can here. Grab the throne from a multitude of alternatives, find a fitting build to drop it in, look for the right drapes in velvet, and tapestries in lively colors, and candelabrum with candles in whatever color you want. Did you want to recreate the baroque Venetian bedroom in that museum you like? Oh yes, you most certainly can try. You will need a lot of gold for this one but yes yes… one bed with rich damask fabric covering the headboard as well the bed spread, one chair with gold foiled frame and legs, one carved wood half-moon table by the wall and a mirror above it, one sideboard with matching wood, and do not forget the damask covered wall panels. There. You have yourself an 18th century bedroom. You probably cannot replicate the baby angels all over the ceiling but maybe that is better. They might be a little creepy to sleep with. Wait… did you want something simpler? Not so much gold, or damask but still opulent? Wonderful! You are in luck. Things just got much easier. Would you want to try a black elegance or a lighter floral look? Because you can do it all. You can have a lavish room set with dark furniture, dark accessories, and vibrant flowers to give a little more life to it. You can also go much lighter with whites, greys and blues, keep it calm but still impress with your choice of detail and luxury. You can go as colorful or as calm as you want. possibilities are endless. We have a chance to be as excessive, as opulent as we want. One can live in a lavish palace or simply decorate one room with quieter opulence to have some flair. One can show off all one wants. Dropping roses in hat boxes, draping a room with lace curtains, putting gold accented boxes one on top of the other, crystal candelabrum over fireplaces, floral walls… all possible. You will not have to search high and low for the right pieces, you will not have to spend huge amounts of money, you will not even have to make sure it is not excessive, because here you have a chance to be as excessive as we want. All you have to do is decide how crazy you want to go with it, and you will be able to do it here on Second Life®. Be it living in a medieval palace or hiding a baroque room in a simple cottage, show off all you want, and let them call you extravagant. We know it is actually opulent and we know being a royal in your own right feels good.

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The Grove Country Club Estates ARTICLE BY SISTERBUTTA RESIDENT / PHOTOGRAPHY BY LULU JAMESON

A Sense of Place: The Grove Country Club Estates. Why do 27 million people visit Paris each year? Is it world-class restaurants with 12-month wait lists for a table? Museums bursting at the seams with great works of art? Countless landmarks that chronicle the city’s shifting place in Western civilization? Or is it the seemingly effortless chic of Parisians as they go about their daily life? The food, the fashion, the fountains are only window dressing. It is Paris’ sense of place that draws people whether as residents or tourists and makes Paris our planet’s most popular destination. As in the physical world, a sense of place can be elusive in Second Life® but it is immediately recognized when one stumbles across it. Urban or rural, hip or homey, fantasy-based or historical re-creation, a sense of place is the hallmark of regions that call us back and urge us to linger, put down roots and become part of a community. It is what makes our virtual surroundings worth caring about. Second Life®’s The Grove Country Club Estates is one such place. One of Second Life®’s premier residential communities, The Grove covers 13 full regions and offers amenities you won’t find anyplace else. Landscaping is layered and lush, with nature’s exuberance gently guided by skilled and sensitive landscape architects. Private residences, stores and public buildings—each one-of-a-kind—are sited to take good advantage of views and ensure privacy. Inter- and intra-sim travel is via broad avenues and waterways that seamlessly connect and integrate the different regions in a virtual Grand Tour reminiscent of those coming of age journeys of long ago when travel was something to be savored instead of endured, and “yellow brick roads” just might lead you to wizards who orchestrate the magic. The Grove’s owner Crito Galtier most definitely is something of a wizard. Soft spoken and welcoming, he presides over The Grove with grace, good humor, and an unfailing commitment to make the experiences of The Grove’s residents and visitors surpass all expectations. A master of customer-centricity, Galtier and his team’s efforts revolve around rapidly assessing and responding to each resident’s vision for the ingredients he or she wants to incorporate into their residences and then calling on the team of talented designers and builders who in the words of Star Trek’s Captain Pickard “make it so.” This kind of collaboration between owner, builders and residents creates residences that are both suited and sited to their environments. Each is one-of-a-kind, yet each also fits within its surroundings seamlessly and of a whole. Meeting with me in the home he shares with his husband Preston Galtier, Crito shared his insights, including a glimpse into what he and his team have planned in coming months. LTD: The quality of everything I have seen as I have explored The Grove is outstanding. How do sustain that level of excellence over 13 regions and what is your favorite aspect of building? GALTIER: I only know the very basics in building. I can make a box, but that’s my limit! I have builders that make my dreams come true. Two builders here at The Grove take care of the day to day stuff and work with residents to incorporate their residences within the community. Other builders take on special projects, like our new retail sim, La Tarraza. LTD: So you gather your team of creative builders together and turn them loose with the “canvas?” GALTIER: Exactly! LTD: Tell me a bit about La Tarraza. You mentioned it’s new, but walking around the sim it felt like it has always been there and that it has grown as the overall community has grown, with merchants added in response to the resident’s needs and desires.

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GALTIER: The new shopping area opened on April 2nd of this year. It was designed and built by Kimmera MadisonCorreia. Already, it’s home to 14 stores, a neighborhood pub, and three venues for weddings and receptions, art shows, and private parties as well as community events. A restaurant will soon open. Offering sophisticated outdoor seating, it will be a great place to socialize with friends, people watch in style and listen to great live and streamed music. LTD: I can definitely see myself sitting at one of the tables in the courtyard, taking in the sights at my leisure before setting off to explore the shops. There are some old friends among the stores such as Patron and Tres Beau and several that are new names to me, including your husband’s by Galtier Wedding and Event Planning and MacLinton’s Pub and Games. With a four-lane bowling alley, Texas Hold ‘em and at least a dozen other multi-player card games, MacLinton’s has every other neighborhood “watering hole” I’ve visited in Second Life® beat by a mile! GALTIER: We don’t do things by half-measure, that’s for certain! It’s part of our mission and reflects our community spirit. The Grove attracts many of Second Life®’s long-term residents. They are creative individuals who can choose to live anywhere on the grid but come here for the privacy, the beauty of our surroundings and neighbors who share that sense of being part of an established community of real people living genuine lives in a virtual environment. It is that feeling of being part of a community that looks out for its members that makes me most proud. LTD: That sense of community you describe is also the key, I suspect, to longevity in the inherently ephemeral environment of virtual reality. In the physical world, places like New Orleans’ have survived hurricanes and their aftermath because of the strong sense of community in many of its neighborhoods. People come together to build, rebuild, and weather the storms—physical or digital. GALTIER: A fair analogy. If you have a genuine community, people do come together and hold together through whatever comes their way. When people first consider making their home here, they are sometimes taken aback by our long and detailed covenant. It’s a long read! But it expresses a coming together among individuals to create bonds of friendship as well as residency. It is that sense of coming together that inspires me to make my dreams for The Grove tangible for all our residents and visitors. I hope the readers of LTD Magazine enjoy learning about us and can take the time to visit several of The Grove’s “must sees.” Some of Second Life®’s most accomplished and creative citizens chose to make The Grove their home within Second Life®. In the next issue of the magazine, we will meet several “at home” in this unique community. For now, put on your best travel outfit and use the landmarks below to travel to a few memorable destinations within The Grove. Landmarks: The Grove Country Estates - Seaside Park Drive The Grove Country Estates - Woodland Park Amphitheatre Chapel at La Tarazza at The Grove Country Estates The Grove Country Club Estates - La Tarazza Retail Area The Riviera Estate at The Grove Country Club MacLintons Pub and Games

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STYLING CREDITS. . . Sofa: Sunbleached Settee B y Apple Fall Tabl e: Wood Table (White) B y Fancy Decor Lamp: Drif twood Lamp B y Theory (Color Modified) B asket: African B asket B y Fancy Decor Urn: Urne De Terra Cuite B y Apple Fall B ranches: Cherry Blossom B ranches B y Apple Fall B l inds: Lod Max Blinds B y Professor Greyhound - Private Collection Cur tains: Greek Key Curtains B y B eaumont Weavers - Private Collection Tabl e: Hyperbolic Table B y Theory Tea Set: Chinese Tea Cup B y Decofranzy Chair: Wingback Chair 4 B y Apple Fall Rug: Zebra Rug B y J unk Vase Group: Vases Earth B y We’re Closed B irds: B ird Sculpture B y The Lof t Fl oat: Gl ass Fishing Float B y Soy B el l J ar: Curiosity B ell J ar B y Keke Vase Group: Vases Ocean B y We’re Closed J ar: Olive J ar B y Theory B ooks: Af Books B y Apple Fall B l ack Vase: Larkin Set Vase B y Pilot Vase Group: Toronto - Cl a y Vases B y B azar Vase: Ancient Vase 5 B y Relics Tree Scul pture: B aobob Tree B y Mudhoney Pl ant: B asil Pl ant B y Alouette Armoire: Gustavian Wardrobe B y Dutchie Side Chair: Pl antation Dining Chair B y Apple Fall Ar t: Look At The Pretty B ird B y The Lof t Chest: Gra y Painted Chest B y Theory Lamp: Alexand Lamp B y Fancy Decor Ar t: Triangle Print 2 B y Fancy Decor Mirror: Skye Mirror B y Fetch Firepl ace: Mathis Firepl ace B y The Lof t

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STYLING CREDITS. . . B uil d: York Vale House B y Roost Window Shutters: J abode Privacy Screen B y The Lof t Cur tains: B ritainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s B edroom(Mod) Curtain B y Zerkalo, Ambrose Curtains(Mod) B y Aria & The Lof t, Stockholm-B edroom Curtain(Mod) B y B azar. Chair: Mickey Chair B y J unk Stool: Mid-Century Ottoman B y Nomad B ench: Ellis Console Table B y Llorisen Pl ants: Potted Cactus Opuntia B y Soy, Portico Potted Cal adium B y Aria & The Lof t, Portico Potted A spidistra B y Aria & The Lof t, Portico Potted Phormium B y Aria & The Lof t, Portico Potted B romeliad B y Aria & The Lof t, Thea Potted Cactus B y Aria, Money Pl ants B y Artisan Fantasy, Vase B y Llorisen. Rugs: Shed Rug B y J unk, Fabric Round Rug B y Haikei, Pil l ows: J abode B ench Pillows B y Aria & The Lof t. Wood Decor: Petrified Wood B y Fancy Decor, J abode Laser Cut Decor B y Aria & The Lof t. Framed Ar t: Green Print 4 B y Keke B oxes: Stacked Boxes B y Fancy Decor Tray: Serving Board B y The Lof t B ook: Giada Decorative Single Book And Succulent Pl ant B y Aria Cl ock: Wire Clock B y Fancy Decor Mirrors: J abode Mirror B y Aria & The Lof t OU TSI DE SC E NE R Y Trees: Cypress Tree B y 3D Trees Garden Wal l: Farrow Wall Kit B y Apple Fall Hedge: Seasonal Boxwood Hedge B y Botanical Patio: Patio Stones B y The Domineaux Effect Arbor: Wooden Arbor With Ivy B y Botanical B ench: Portico B ench B y Aria & The Lof t Tabl e: Portico Table B y Aria & The Lof t

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STYLING CREDITS. . . Couch: Hester’s Attic Couch Antique B y J unk., Decorative Pl ates On The Right Wal l: Storyteller’s B urrow - Pl ate Collection B y 8F8, Lavender I n A Tin: Storybook Living Lavender Tin 1 B y Dust B unny, Tin Can With Pl ant On The Pi ano: Tea Pl anter (Yellow) B y Tarte, Wooden Pl anks On The Right And Middl e Windows: Ma y Flowers Fence B y Unkindness, Wooden Pl anks On The Lef t Windows: Spring Garden Hearts Fence B y Unkindness, Gl ass J ar With Candl es/ Fl owers: Hanging Rope Candle (Mod) Cloud B y Cheeky Pea, Tabl es: Opulent Table (Mod) B y Unkindness, Three Pots On The Fl oor: Nature - Tri Pots B y Concept, Cactus On The Fl oor: Cloudy Frithia – Grey B y Kalopsia, Tin J ug With Fl owers: Vintage Tin Vase & Wild Flowers – Lavendar B y Bl ack B antam, Daisies I n Fl at Shaped B ottl e: Spring Daisy [Mixed] B y Ariskea, Pl ant On The Right Tabl e: Tropical Pl ant + Worn Out Wooden Stepl adder B y Toro, Tea Cup With Fl ower On The Right: Cup Of Spring - Snowdrop In A Cup B y 8F8, Watering Can: Watering Can Part Of The Vintage Living Room Set B y Affaire, Tin Can With Purpl e Fl owers: Tin Can Pl ants 3 B y Kalopsia, Tin Can With White Tal l Fl owers: Tin Can Pl ants 1 B y Kalopsia, Metal Pot With White Fl owers: Decor - Melody Pot B y Lode, Rusty J ug With Orange Fl owers: Dahlia J ug B y Dust B unny, B ig Pl ant I n The Middl e: Potted Pothos (Mod) B y Soy, Light Green Vase With Tal l Fl owers: Blossoming Flowers B y Dust B unny, Mapl e Leaf Cans Under The Middl e Tabl e: Painted J ar – Orange/ Yellow/ Red B y Kalopsia, Gray Cat: Cat - 09 Ready To Pounce B y Fashionabl y Dead, Daisies I n Tal l Shaped B ottl e: Mariel yn Spring Daisy [Sof t Pink] B y Ariskea, Mil k Can: A sbmf [Milk Can 2] B y Cinphul, Littl e Pot: Potted J ade Pl ant B y Dust B unny, Tea Cup With Daf fodil On The Lef t: Cup Of Spring - Daffodil In A Cup B y 8F8, Tul ips I n A Pitcher: Spring Tulips – White B y Vespertine, Lantern: Rustic Lantern B y 22769 ~ [B auwerk] , White Lantern: Sof t B each Lantern B y Serenity Style, Two Cl ay Pots: Tiny Flea Market Pots B y Apt B , Ginger Cat: Cat - 02 Sleeping Curled B y Fashionabl y Dead, B ig Pl ant On The Right: Potted Ponytail Palm [Ssize] B y Soy, Gl ass Vase With Purpl e Fl owers: [Isabelle] Hydrangea Vase [Pourpe] B y Ariskea, Tea Cup With White Fl ower On The Lef t: Cup Of Spring - Snowfl ake In A Cup B y 8F8, Shelves: Potted Pl ant Shelves B y Pilot, Decoration Pl ates And Wal l Deco: Wall Decor [Insect Specimen +Dish] B y Soy, Chair: B rier Leaf Chair B y Trompe Loeil, B ooks: Book Pile Leather B rown B y Revival, Rug: Natural Rug B y Toiz, House: Da ylil y Cottage B y Scarlet Creative, Cl ock: Grandfather Clock - Bl ack Distressed B y Zerkalo, Pl ant On The Cl ock: Storybook Living . Cake Tin Pl anter B y Dust B unny, Wooden Wal l Deco: Soho Wall Art B y Dad Design. I TE MS OU TSI DE THE HOUSE: White Fl owers: Wildflowers - Petunias - White B y Heart, Purpl e Fl owers: Wildflowers - Petunias - White - Lil ac B y Heart, Grass: Wildgrass* 1Li{Green} B y The Little B ranch, Fence: [Herold] Iron Fence - Fence Bl ack B y Swa y’s, Trees: Fl amesmaplecluster{Allseasons} B y The Little B ranch, Leaves: S ycamore Leaves Fl ying (Mod) B y Kalopsia.

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STYLING CREDITS. . . B uil d: Mockingbird Nook B y Scarlet Creative Cur tains: Meid Drapes B y The Lof t Pil l ow Hol der: Pillow Holder B y The Lof t Ar t: B abette Abstract Wall Art B y The Lof t Rug: Printed J ute Rug B y The Lof t B oxes: Napa Box Set B y The Lof t Mirrors: Mirror Cluster B y The Lof t Tabl e: Troubadour Geometric Table B y The Lof t B ed: Devon B ed B y Aria & The Lof t Light: Ambrose Pendant Light B y Aria & The Lof t Rug: Troubadour Rug B yt Aria & The Lof t Fl owers: Ambrose Vase B y Aria & The Lof t Chair: Papasan Chair B y Dust B unny Cushion: Darling Sectional Cushion B y Dust B unny Pl ant: Darling Hanging Pl ant B y Dust B unny Candl e: Melted Candle B y Dust B unny Pl ant: Wild Boho Pl ant Hanger B y Ariskea Fl ower: Spring Flower Orange B y Ariskea Pl ant: Autumn Poppy B y Ariskea Cactus: Potted Cactus Opuntia B y Soy Heater: Retro Electronic Heater B y Soy Cactus: Superlong Potted Cactus B y Soy Fan: Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;air Frais B y Apple Fall R adi ator: Victorian Radiator B y Apple Fall Pil l ow: Studded Pillow B y Apple Fall Shoes: Leather Moccasins B y Apple Fall

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STYLING CREDITS. . . B uil d: Hardwick Manor B y Apple Fall LI VI NG R OOM Sofa: Troubadour Sofa B y Aria & The Lof t, Armchair: Canson Chair (Orange) B y The Lof t, Cabinet: Reese Cabinet (Cherry) B y Mudhoney, Tabl e: Troubadour Geometric Table B y Aria & The Lof t, Tray: Soho Composition Tra y B y DaD Design, S andstone El ephant: S andstone Elephant B y Zaara Home, Candl es: Oriana Sink B y The Lof t, Candl e: S andy Candle Drif twood B y The Lof t, J al i Lamps: J ali Lamps (Kamal) B y Zaara Home, Rug: Rug 13 B y Fanatik Home, B ench: J abode B ench Cherry B y Aria & The Lof t, I ncense Urn: Incense Urn (Copper) B y Fancy Decor, Candl es: Candles B y Aisling, Stool: Leslie Garden Stool (Blue) B y Mudhoney, Privacy Screen: J abode Privacy Screen Cherry B y Aria & The Lof t, Mirror: J abode Mirror B y Aria & The Lof t, Wal l Sconce: Nevaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Finial Wall Sconce B y Apple Fall, B owl Decor: Troubadour Bowl Decor B y Aria & The Lof t, Candl es: Troubadour Candles B y Aria & The Lof t, Pl ant: Potted Ponytail Palm B y Soy, Pil l ow: Portico B ench Pillow B y Aria & The Lof t, Pl ant: Troubadour Potted Prickl y Pear Cactus B y Aria & The Lof t, Vase: Troubadour Potted Prickl y Pear Cactus (modified) B y Aria & The Lof t, Fl owers: Lavande (Modified) B y Cinphul, Orchid: Napa Entrywa y Orchid (Modified ) B y The Lof t, Frames: B ell a Framed Prints (Modified) B y Aria, Pil l ows: Sol ana Couch Pillows B y The Lof t, Potted Cactus: Troubadour Potted Cactus B y Aria & The Lof t, Potted S ansevieri a: Troubadour Otted S ansevieria B y Aria & The Lof t, Rocking Chair: Rocking Chair (Cherry Wood) B y Tarte, Cur tains: Long Drape (Navy) B y Pixel Mode, Fl oor Lamp: Old Floor Lamp (B ronze) B y Tarte, Potted Cactus: Potted Cactus Opuntia B y Soy, Chandel ier: Crystal Chandelier (Modified) B y Fancy Decor, Patio Parasol: Patio Parasol (Retro Flower -Orange) B y Soy, B ookcase: Kensington Bookcase B y Apple Fall, Ol d B ooks: B kl ynites Lof t- Old Books (Typec) B y Soy, Ol d B ooks: B kl ynites Lof t Old Books (Typeb) B y Soy, B ooks: Arts & Craf ts Books B y Apple Fall, Books: Books B y Apple Fall, B ooks: Interior Books B y Mudhoney, B ooks: Home Books B y Mudhoney, B uddha: Rusty B uddha B y J ubjubs, S andstone El ephant: S andstone Elephant B y Zaara Home, B owl: Osc Singing Bowl (Modified) B y Soy, Hanging Ivy: Holborn Hanging Ivy B y YS &YS , Fern Specimen: Fern Specimen B y Apple Fall. DI NI NG A R EA Wal l Sconce: J abode Wall Sconce B y Aria & The Lof t, Tabl e: Hell am Table (Modified) B y The Lof t, Potted Pothos: Potted Pothos B y Soy, Chair: B ea Reading Chair (Hydrangea) B y Apple Fall, Dining Chair: Ambrose Dining Chair (Sienna) B y Aria & The Lof t, Tabl eware: China Tableware B y Keke, Candl estick: Candlestick (Gold) B y Razzeberry Inc, Candlestick: Candlestick (Mint) B y Razzeberry Inc, Candl estick: Candlestick (Pink) B y Razzeberry Inc, Vase: Troubadour Potted Prickl y Pear Cactus (Modified ) B y Aria & The Lof t, Fl owers: Mellow Autumn Poppy Flower (Orange) B y Ariskea, Runner: Hell am Runner B y The Lof t, Vase: Casol are Hurricane Gold B y The Lof t, Rug: Portico Rug B y Aria & The Lof t, Potted Phormium: Portico Potted Phormium B y Aria & The Lof t, Chest Of Drawers: S ydney Chest (Red) B y Mudhoney, Tea Light: Hell am Tea Light B y The Lof t, B uddha: Rusty B uddha B y J ubjubs, B ird: Golden B ird B y Vespertine, B irdcage: Hanging Victorian B irdcage Seafoam (Modified) B y Vespertine, Patio Parasol: Patio Parasol (Retro Flower -Orange) B y Soy, Hanging Ivy: Holborn Hanging Ivy B y YS &YS.

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Fancy Deco ARTICLE BY EDITORIAL CLARITY / STYLING BY MANIS LANE / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORDAN GIANT

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Manis Lane

ARTICLE BY EDITORIAL CLARITY STYLING BY MANIS LANE PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORDAN GIANT

In April, Jake Vordun of Fancy Decor began promoting a decorating contest that would be held in front of a live audience and the winner would not only be crowned champion, but would receive great prizes. LTD immediately became involved in this wonderful idea and donated $10,000 prize money and a spread in the May/June 2016 issue of the winning design, and here it is. Manis Lane progressed through each round to ultimately win the first ever Fancy Decor Battle. To create a beautiful set takes time, and to do such great work in front of an audience close to 80, in under 45 minutes, is not only a challenge of ones abilities, but a fantastic and inspiring achievement. One which we wanted to share with our readers. On behalf of LTD, we would like to congratulate Manis and the other contestants on their participation, and the Fancy Decor team for holding such a contest.

STYLING CREDITS. . . Chair: Retro Sofa B y Fancy Decor, Armchair (B l ack Leather) B y Fancy Decor, Milneaux Chair B y Fancy Decor, Mid-Century Ottoman (Bl ack) B y Fancy Decor, Constell ation Stool (Gunmetal/ Wood) B y Fancy Decor, Wire Stool B y Fancy Decor. Tabl e: Coffee Table B y Fancy Decor, Nesting Stands B y Fancy Decor, Table With Drawers B y Fancy Decor. Shelf: Ladder Shelf B y Fancy Decor Carpet: Connected Rug B y Fancy Decor, B &W Rug B y Fancy Decor. Light/ Lamp: Ladder Light (Weathered) B y Fancy Decor, Geometric Lamp (Gold) B y Fancy Decor, Postcard Chandelier Rare B y Fancy Decor. Pl ant: Orchidaceae (Blue) B y Fancy Decor, Orchidaceae (White) B y Fancy Decor, Potted Aloe B y Fancy Decor. Wal l Hanging: Hanging Tapestry B y Fancy Decor, Unicorn Tapestry B y Fancy Decor, Large Frame Group B y Fancy Decor. B ooks/ Magazine: Books & Bookends 1 B y Fancy Decor, Print Books B y Fancy Decor, Chained Books (Gold) B y Fancy Decor, Chained Books B y Fancy Decor, Gears Bookend B y Fancy Decor, B racket Bookends B y Fancy Decor, Magazine Stack 1 B y Fancy Decor, Magazine Stack 2 B y Fancy Decor, Magazine Stack 3 B y Fancy Decor, Magazine Stack 4 B y Fancy Decor. Photo Frame: Frame 1 B y Fancy Decor, Frame 2 B y Fancy Decor, Frame 3 B y Fancy Decor, Frame 4 B y Fancy Decor, Frame 5 B y Fancy Decor, Frame 6 B y Fancy Decor. Decor/ Detail: Inl aid Box B y Fancy Decor B y Fancy Decor, Coasters B y Fancy Decor, Mason J ar (Watermelon) Wear B y Fancy Decor, Decorative Horn 1 B y Fancy Decor, Stone Disc B y Fancy Decor, Mounted Turtle Shell 1 B y Fancy Decor, Mounted Turtle Shell 2 B y Fancy Decor, B irch Candles B y Fancy Decor, Petrified Wood B y Fancy Decor, Geosculpture (Silver) B y Fancy Decor, Geosculpture (Gold) B y Fancy Decor, Wire Clock B y Fancy Decor, Phone Dock (Men) B y Fancy Decor, B rass Hourgl ass B y Fancy Decor, Metal Hourgl ass B y Fancy Decor, Cl asp Boxes B y Fancy Decor, Stacked Boxes B y Fancy Decor, Letter Box B y Fancy Decor.

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100 Years o ARTICLE BY ROSALYN MACARTHUR / STYLING BY BRENT LOCKHEARST / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORDAN GIANT

With Summer fast approaching and much of the general Second Life速 population coming from colder climates in Real Life, we all dream of waking up on a tropical island or beach looking at a gorgeous view of the sunrise over the ocean. With this general picture in mind it is time to flock to the stores or events here in Second Life速 searching for the perfect beach home and d辿cor items to create the beach, sand and surf as well as waves and enough palm trees that would put Florida to shame. Decorating your own tropical paradise has no guidelines or set rules with your creativity and restraints of your parcel being your only real limitation. With so many options in decorating that perfect relaxing tropical beach and many stores catering to different tastes, it is very easy to create your own personal style whether it be including other areas, gardens, forest or even really using accessories to make your own tropical area perfect. With the addition of activities, swimming, floating or even sailing, you can really make yourself at home on your own private beach. And even if you are not lucky enough to have a beach already provided on the land with some creativity and some terraforming you too can create a beach from scratch with the space you have available. Imagine waking up in the morning with a loved one (or not) the sunlight streaming into your bedroom window, Green palm trees littered and you can just glimpse the ocean as the waves come crashing into the sand with the smell of salt lingering in the air. This can be your own Second Life速 reality with just a little work and creativity too.

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STYLING CREDITS. . . LI VI NG A R EA: Sofa: Troubadour Sofa B y The Lof t & Aria, Tabl e: B each Log Table B y Llorisen, Tabl e: Long Aviator Table B y Apple Fall, Tabl e: Kira Tree Stump Coffee Table Group B y Aria, Ottoman: Gra yish Da y Wooden Frame Table B y Soy, Pil l ow: Wild Boho Pillow B y Ariskea, Rug: Sisal Rug B y Revival, Chair: Portoll a Chair Rick Rack B y The Lof t, Pl ants: Tainted Palm B y Kalopsia, Pl ants: Pot #1 B y Kunst, Pl ants: Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;olivier B y Apple Fall, Pl ants: Pl ant B y Gl am Affair, Pl ants: Storybook Living Cake Tin Pl anter Dust B unny, Pl ants: Porcel ain Tropical Pl ant B y Ariskea, Pl ants: Potted Pothos B y Soy, Fl owers: Petite Paris Les Roses Anges B y Ariskea, Fl owers: Meadow Flowers B y Apple Fall, Ar t: Dusk Canvas B y Apple Fall, Pil l ow: Roxy Lumbar Hide Hide D/ B rown B y The Lof t, Chair: Peacock Chair Natural B y Revival, Stool: Leslie Garden Stool B y Mudhoney, Lamp: Ferryside Tripod Lamp B y Digs, Sidetabl e: A stronome B arils B y Ariskea, Candl e: Scented Candle (J asmine) B y Apple Fall, Chandelier: Chandelier B y Kalopsia, Credenza: Alderan Credenza White B y The Lof t, B owl: Catch All Bowl B y The Lof t, Mirror: Sunrise Mirror B y Apple Fall, Decanter: Casol are Gl ass Decanter Large B y The Lof t, Board: Bl ackboard B y B azar, J ars: Milk Gl ass J ars B y Willow Home, Framed Ar t: Framed Poster - Bonjour (Mod) B y B rixley, Mirror: Mirror Iii B y Cox Home, Pl atter: Treats Pl atter B y Apple Fall, Teapot: Tiffany Tea Pot B y Apple Fall, Pots: Le Secret Mossy Pots B y Ariskea, B ooks: Abalone Decorative Books B y The Lof t & Aria. DI NI NG A R EA: Pl ant: Huge Fan Palm Pl ant B y Apple Fall, Urn: Urne De Terra Cuite B y Apple Fall, Screen: Nouveau Screen B y Apple Fall, Trunk: Greenwich Trunk Light Scarlet Creative, J ars: Wooden Tribal J ars B y Apple Fall, Pl ant: Noor Palm B y Tar tessos Ar ts, Tabl e: Province Dining Table B y Apple Fall, Fabric: Throw Cloth B y Apple Fall, Chairs: Metal Venue Chair B y Consignment, Chair: Impact Throne Chair B y Apple Fall, Candl es: Pl aster Candles B y Apple Fall, B read: Au Pain (Sourbread B aguette) B y Apple Fall, Winegl ass: Forest - Pl ace Setting B y B azar, Pl acemat: Pl acemat B y O. m.e. n., Pl ates Set: Casol are Pl ace Setting B y The Lof t, Pineappl e: Golden Pineapple Deco B y Nomad, Centerpiece: Log Pl anter - Mixed Succulents B y Artisan Fantasy, Candl e: Caso Candle B y The Lof t, Ar tichokes: Decorative Artichokes B y Apple Fall, Metal Spheres: Geosphere B y Fancy Decor, Centerpiece: Forest Flower Pot B y B azar, Drink: Coconut Drink B y Dust B unny, Drink: Pineapple Drink B y Dust B unny, Cheesetray: Cheese Tra y B y Tres Bl ah, Candl es: Tea Lights - B ig Random B y Keke, B ottl es: Forest - Wine Botttles B y B azar, Chandel ier: Priya Chandelier B y Mudhoney, Pl ant: Potted Feather Palm Large B y Culprit, Pl ant: Potted Fern B y The Lof t & Aria. SI TTI NG A R EA: Hammock: Boho Dreamtime Hammock B y Cheeky Pea, Statue: B eatrix Venus Statue B y Kalopsia, Pot: J uniper Topiary B y Apple Fall, Pl ant: Potted Fern Wicker B y The Lof t & Aria, Feathers: Abalone Vases With Peacock Feathers B y The Lof t & Aria, Rug: Darling Rug B y Dust B unny, Stump: Tree Stump B y Ariskea, B ooks: Design Books B y Apple Fall, Teacup: Lemon Tea B y Apple Fall, Candl es: Candles B y The Lof t & Aria, Stump: Pol ar Stump Chair B y {Anc}, Tapestr y: Darling String Light Tapestry B y Dust B unny, Decor: Wall Decor B y The Lof t & Aria, Hanging Pl ant: Wild Boho Pl ant Hanger B y Ariskea, Hanging Pl ant: Wild Boho Pl ant Hanger Foliage B y Ariskea, Hanging Pl ant: Darling Hanging Pl ant B y Dust B unny, Pl ant: Potted Ponytail Palm B y Soy, Pl ant: Potted Cactus B y The Lof t & Aria, Wal l Ivy: Vertical Garden (Wood) B y { Yumyum}, Pots: Hanging Pots B y . Ailsing., Pl ant: Portico Potted A spidistra B y The Lof t & Aria.

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STYLING CREDITS. . . B uil d: Cl assical White B y Rageworks I n- buil t Wardrobe: Modded Out Of The Old Manufactory B y Apple Fall B ed: Oslo B ed B y Toro Pl ant On Wardrobe: Boston Fern B y Mesh Pl ants Standing Pl ant ( Smal l ): Tree Fern B y Studio Skye Pal ml eafs: Modded From The Monstera Pl ant B y Nomad Pil l ows: Throw Pillow B y Mudhoney Lamp: Ceredigion Chandelier B y Theosophy Wodden & Steel Pil l ars: Coastal Pier B y Apple Fall Cur tains: Long Drape B y Pixel Mode Potted Pl ant (Mid Height): Potted Pothos B y Soy Potted Pl ant ( Tal l ): B angalow Palm B y Studio Skye Sidetabl e: Books Occasional Table B y Apple Fall Tel ephone: Telephone B y Soy Lamp On Sidetabl e: Vintage Desk Lamp B y No Concept Chair: Gina Chair B y Mudhoney Shelf: Antique Store Shelving ( Half Wa y In The Ground ) B y Apple Fall Decoration 01 : Ail anthus Altissima B y Nomad Decoration 02: Dragon Light B y Culprit Decoration 03: Potted Cactus Opuntia B y Soy B ooks: Modded Out Of The Library Shelfs B y Dutchie Cof fee Tabl e: Period Coffee Table B y Apple Fall Magazines: Magazine Stack B y Fancy Decor Decoration 01 : Golden Pineapple B y Nomad Decoration 02: Cotton Cluster B y Apple Fall Decoration 03: Monstera Pl ant B y Nomad Trunk: Trunk B y Apple Fall Sofa: Xandra Couch B y Trompe Loeil Standing Lamp: Hudson Lamp B y Mudhoney

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STYLING CREDITS. . . Mannequin: Mannequin Cat B y Maru Kado Crown: Head Accessory Peony B y LODE Hibiscus: Hibiscus Red Pl ant B y Mesh Pl ants Wal l Decor: Turtle Shell 1 B y Fancy Decor Print: Tribal Print B y Apple Fall Mask: Hand Carved Zebra Mask B y Apple Fall J ars: Wooden Tribal J ars B y Apple Fall Tree: B anana Tree B y Apple Fall Tabl e Décor: Handsome Gold Devil (Mod) B y Floorpl an Hanging Pl anter: Emil y’s Hanging Pl anter B y Kalopsia Vase: B icolore Vase B y Kalopsia Stool: Emil y’s Vanity Stool Rare B y Kalopsia Tabl e: Emil y’s Vanity Table Rare B y Kalopsia Vanity Mirror: Emil y’s Mirror B y Kalopsia Frame: B abette One Sided (Mod) B y The Lof t Large Pl ant: Potted Pothos B y Soy Fur Rug: Emil y’s Faux Fur Rug B y Kalopsia Chair: Peacock Chair B y Revival Lantern: Lovey Lantern (Mod) B y Dysfunctionality Drapes: Drapes Trim B y Mudhoney Cur tain: B eaded Curtain B y Soy Mirror: Rope Mirror B rass Wood B y Trompe Loeil

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Family Livin ARTICLE BY VICTORIA BRINNER / STYLING BY LEMON PANDA / PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEMON PANDA

“Read me a story. Tuck me in tight. Tell me you love me and kiss me goodnight.” — Anonymous

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Bedtime stories are tales as old as time. And what better way to let your mind be delighted, inspired and entertained than by melting deep into the fluffy, layered solace of a bed. Some choose to hold fast to a pillow while they’re whisked away on a pirate ship or flirting with the clouds on a magic carpet. And when it comes time to ward off the shadowy figure lurking in the distance, burrow beneath a soft, warm blanket for protection. A flashlight might come in handy as well, just in case. Creating a dreamy space has no limits in Second Life®. The ambiance can be as bright and cheery as a sunflower or as ethereal as a misty meadow at dawn. So settle into a comfy chair, curl those toes into the plush carpet and dim the lights. Gather quickly for the story is about to begin…

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“Read to me riddles and read to me rhym Read to me stories of magical times. Read to me tales about castles and kings Read to me stories of fabulous things. Read to me pirates and read to me knigh Read to me dragons and dragon-book fi Read to me spaceships and cowboys an When you are finished, please read them —Jane Yolen

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STYLING CREDITS. . . B EAC H SHAC K I B each Shack: Palolem B each Shack B y B y Zaara, Cur tain B eads: Wood B eaded Curtain B y Dust B unny, Hanging Pl ant: Hanging Flower Pot Blue B y Dust B unny, Sl ippers: Flip Flops B y Dust B unny, Rol l ed Towel: B each Towel Tote Tribal B y Dust B unny, B each Pouch: B each B ag Chevron B y Dust B unny, B asket Of Towel s: Getawa y B asket B y Dust B unny, Strawberr y Pitcher: Fresh Strawberry Water B y Dust B unny, Half Pineappl e With Straw: Pineapple Drink B y Dust B unny, Half Coconut With Straw: Coconut Drink B y Dust B unny, Hanging Decor: Deco Hanging Oliv White B y Lode, Hanging Roses: Hanging Roses Pink B y Lode, B ig Shel l With Pearl: Naima Singing Shell Tridacna Gigas B y Naima Las Isl as, Pearl: Naima Pearl B y Naima Las Isl as, Cactus Pl ant: Thea Potted Cactus B y Aria, White Sofa: Thea Sectional Sofa B y Aria, Side Tabl e: Thea Side Table B y Aria, B l ue Drink: Thea Decorative Blue Hawaiian B y Aria, Center Tabl e: Thea Coffee Table B y Aria, B asket Of Gl asses: Summer Da y B asket W/Gl asses B y Zerkalo, Fruit Dish: Mesh Tropical Fruit On B amboo Dish B y Headhunter’s Isl and, Rose On Vase: Rose Bouquet B y Apple Fall. B EAC H SHAC K I I B each Shack: Palolem B each Shack B y B y Zaara, Hanging Camel s: Home Ra jastani Wall Hanging Camel B y B y Zaara, Smal l Cushion: Home Patchwork Cushion Elephant B y Zaara, Rol l ed Towel: B each Towel Tote Chevron B y Dust B unny, B each Pouch: B each B ag Cream B y Dust B unny, B asket Of Towel s: Getawa y B asket B y Dust B unny, Hanging Chair: Hammock Chair Long B y Dust B unny, Half Pineappl es With Straws: Pineapple Drink B y Dust B unny, Hanging Tabl e: Hanging Table B y Dust B unny, Col orful Cur tain Strips: Delil ah Blossom Sheer Curtain B y Cheeky Pea, Rugs: Lotus Spa Rugs B y Cheeky Pea, Round Tabl e: Lotus Spa Occasional Table B y Cheeky Pea, Red Pl ant: Hemerocallis Gif t B y Ha yabusa Design, Cactus Pl ants: Thea Potted Cactus B y Aria, Swaying Spider: Waterspider Hanging B y Spl ash Aquatics, 3 Roses: Rose B y B ellequipe Design Store. OU T ON DEC K Deck: Rustic Deck Light B y We’re Closed, Hanging Fabric: Osc Hanging Fabric Leaf B y Soy, Trees With Hanging Lines: Osc Den B ase B y Soy, Fruit Dish: Mesh Tropical Fruit On B amboo Dish B y Headhunter’s Isl and, Fried Dish: Chicken Nuggets And S auce Pl ate B y Headhunter’s Isl and, Lobster Dish: Pacific Lobster Pl ate B y Headhunter’s Isl and, Lemon Cans: Lemonade B ucket B y Apple Fall, Cake: Lemon Whip Drizzle Cake B y Apple Fall, Candl e: Scented Candle S andalwood B y Apple Fall, Lemonade Gl ass: Green Grocers Lemonade B y 8F8, Fruit B asket Set: Green Grocers Fruit B asket B y 8F8, Crate: Fisheman’s Kit Crate B y Zerkalo, Pl ate Set: Angkor Pl ace Setting Yellow B y The Lof t, Wooden Dining Pil l ow Set: Angkor B each Dining Yellow B y The Lof t, I ce Carri age: Homestead Primitives Carriage B y Apt B , Circl e Cushion: Pompom Circle Cushion White B y Haikei, White Rug: J ust Lazy Rug V3 B y Haikei, Dark Rug: J ust Lazy Rug V4 B y Haikei, B each Pouch: B each B ag Cream B y Dust B unny, B asket Of Towel s: Getawa y B asket B y Dust B unny, Chairs: Lounging Chair 1 & 2 B y Dust B unny, Umbrel l a: Shade Umbrell a B y Dust B unny, B anana Crate: Fresh Fruit Stand B ananas B y Dust B unny, Peaches: Fresh Fruit Stand Peach Pile B y Dust B unny, Round Tal l Tabl e: Round Scalloped Garden Table B y Nomad, Tangl ed Logs: Skye Drif twood Tangled Group B y Studio Skye, Leopard Shark: Sculpted Leopard Shark B y 2Xtreme. NATUR E DEC OR S Near B each Waves: Naima Water Caustics Medium B y Naima Las Isl as, B ig Waves: Skye Tropical B each Wavy B y Studio Skye, Round Waves: Sea And Water Foam B y Virtual Nature, Coconut Halves: Coconut Halves B y Heart Botanicals, Rocks: Cliff Cover Isl and Set B y Fanatik Architecture, Sl anting Pal m Trees: Palm Palmier B y Ha yabusa Design, Tal l Pal m Trees: Palm Palmier Tall B y Ha yabusa Design, Swirl Tal l Trees: J apanese Mathematical Pure B y Ha yabusa Design, Thicker Grass: Field Grass Foliage Pampas B y Kidd Creation, Thin Grass: Kidd Long Grass Wild Sword B ush B y Kidd Creation, Wrecked B oat Par t 1 : Boat B ack Old B y Headhunter’s Isl and, Wrecked B oat Par t 2: Boat Front Old B y Headhunter’s Isl and, Wrecked Par ts: Ship Oropeller Small Rust B roken B y Headhunter’s Isl and, Anchor: Anchor B arnacles B y Headhunter’s Isl and, S and Castl e: B each Seat S and Castle Couples B y Wild Hound Designs.

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STYLING CREDITS. . . Fence: Pallet Fence B y Goose Lanterns: Hanging Lanterns With Posts (Natural) B y What Next Pergol a: B runchtime Regrets Pergol a Rare B y [N. i] Surfboard: [ Porcel ain] Stack Of Surfboard B y Ariskea Trail er: My Trailer Life Old Travel Trailer B y Soy. Windmil l: Windmill [Rusty White Paint] B y Soy. Laundr y: My Trailer Life – Laundry B y Soy. Antenna: My Trailer Life - Radio Antenna B y Soy. Deco: Wannabe Boho Wall Hanging B y J unk. Scooter: ‘ Turquoise’ Monaco Scooter B y What Next Pl ant: Potted Tree B y J unk. Mattress: Infl atable Mattress Ibiza B y Chez Moi Deco Ladder: B asket Ladder B y Floorpl an. Step Ladder: Step Ladder (B are Wood) B y Le Chest: Wannabe Boho. Studded Chest. B y J unk. Surfboard: Decl an Surfboard B y Not So B ad Lamp: Morrison Wire Lamp. B y J unk. Towel: B each Towel Tote Chevron B y Dust B unny Lantern: Small Lantern. Silver. B y J unk.

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STYLING CREDITS. . . DI NI NG A R EA Shade Structure: Forest - Pavilion B y B azar, Deck: Rustic Deck B y We’re Closed, Tabl e: B each Log Table B y Llorisen, B ench: Hell am Dining B ench B y The Lof t, Stool s: Mid-Century Ottoman B y Nomad, Chandel ier: Winslow Weathered Chandelier(Mod) B y The Lof t & Aria, Silver Candlestick(Mod) B y Fancy Decor, Lanterns: Winslow Weathered Chandelier(Mod) B y The Lof t & Aria, Leslie Pill ar Candle B y Mudhoney, Emmerich Kitchen Decorative Dishes(Mod) B y Aria, Yael ’s Door(Mod) B y Vagabond, Pl ants: Portico Potted Cal adium B y The Lof t & Aria, Portico Potted A spidistra B y The Lof t & Aria, Monstera Pl ant B y Nomad, Troubadour Potted Cactus B y The Lof t & Aria, Troubadour Potted Prickl y Pear Cactus B y The Lof t & Aria, Troubadour Potted Fern B y The Lof t & Aria, Troubadour Potted Fern Wicker B y The Lof t & Aria, Vase B y Llorisen, B ushy Pl ant B y Ariskea, Rugs: Portico Rug B y The Lof t & Aria, Keys Rug B y Cox Home, Screen: Portico Window Decor B y The Lof t & Aria, Compass: Wall Compass B y B rocante, Tall Candles: Tall White Candle Holder B y Llorisen. TA B LE SCA P E Pl ace Settings: Hard To Find Pl ate B y Keke, Hard To Find Bowl B y Keke, Fern Pl ant B ranch B y Mesh Pl ants, Hibiscus Flowers B y Mesh Pl ants, Centre Piece: B ell a Vase With A Rose B y Aria, Hibiscus Flowers B y Mesh Pl ants, Fern Pl ant B ranch B y Mesh Pl ants, B icolore Vase B y Kalopsia, Coasters: Coasters B y Fancy Decor, Cutl er y: Hard To Find Cutlery In Gl ass B y Keke, Tabl e Runner: B each Philosopher Wall art B y Cheeky Pea, Candl es: Troubadour Candles B y The Lof t & Aria. LOUNGE A R EA Firepit: Lake Firepl ace B y Concept, Tabl e: Portico Table B y The Lof t & Aria, Pil l ows: Portico B ench Pillow B y The Lof t & Aria, Pillow Pile B y Revival, Rugs: Wooden Rug B y The Lof t, Portico Rug B y The Lof t & Aria, Fabric Round Rug B y Haikei, Umbrel l a: Angkor Parasol B y The Lof t, Stumps: Kira Tree Stump Coffee Table Group B y Aria, Screen: J abode Privacy Screen White B y The Lof t & Aria, B oxes: Winter Metal Boxes B y Keke, Lanterns: Shepherd’s Hook Pl ant Hanger B y Sfw Industries, Leslie Pill ar Candle B y Mudhoney, Emmerich Kitchen Decorative Dishes(Mod) B y Aria, Yael ’s Door(Mod) B y Vagabond, Pl ants: Portico Potted B romeliad B y The Lof t & Aria, Portico Potted A spidistra B y The Lof t & Aria, Portico Potted Cal adium B y The Lof t & Aria, Troubadour Potted S ansevieria B y The Lof t & Aria, Hell am Succulent Bowl B y The Lof t, Thea Potted Cactus(Mod) B y Aria, Hanging Ar t: Troubadour Wall Decor B y The Lof t & Aria, Tabl e Runner: Ambrose Runner B y The Lof t & Aria, Dishes: Portico B reakfast Tra y(Mod) B y The Lof t & Aria, Candl es: Hell am Tea Light B y The Lof t, Fern B ranch: Fern Pl ant B ranch B y Mesh Pl ants, Fl owers: Hibiscus Flowers B y Mesh Pl ants. LA NDSCA P E Trees: Windswept Trees B y Studio Skye, Rocks: Hunk Of Rock B y The Domineaux Effect, Boulders B y We’re Closed, Grasses: Itchygrass B y Alirium, Wild Grass B y Studio Skye, Wild Grasses B y Mesh Pl ants, Pal ms: Palms B y Fanatik, Dunes: B each Dunes B y Studio Skye, B oardwal k: B each Boardwalk B y Botanical, Coastal Pier Set B y Apple Fall, Deck B y We’re Closed, Rope Fence: Rope Fence B y Botanical, Pier Wal l s: Low Impact Garden Wall B y The Domineaux Effect, B uil dings: Roosevelt B y Schultz B ros, Lamps: Streetlight B y No Concept, Tal l Candl es: Tall White Candle Holder B y Llorisen, B roken Chair: Old Wooden Chair B y Llorisen.

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CONTRIBUTED BY BAMBI FOXDALE, ELVI HARTLEY, KIMBRA IRIDESCENT, MAE DELVALLE, ROCKABILLYSUN DETHLY, ROOKY YOOTZ, ROSALYN MACARTHUR, WENDZ TEMPEST STYLING BY ELVI HARTLEY PHOTOGRAPHY BY ELVI HARTLEY

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STYLING CREDITS. . . 1. Drape: Toronto-Bathroom Curtain By Bazar 2. Print: Black Print 3 By Keke 3. Rug: Riley Rug By The Loft & Aria 4. Table: Ellis Console Table By Llorisen Trunk: Fashion Trunk By Apple Fall Plants: Plants In A Jar By Kunst Water Bottles: Antique Water Bottle By Kunst Lamp: Kitsch Bird Lamp By Junk Frame: Book Page Frame By Tarte Tulips: Spring Tulips By Vespertine Model: Model Ship By Fancy Decor

5. Chair: Traveler-Armchair By Bazar Ottoman: Mid-Century Ottoman By Nomad Pillows: Jabode Bench Pillows By The Loft & Aria 6. Shelf: Terrarium Shelf By Sari-Sari Succulent: Arrow-Shaped Succulent By Sari-Sari Succulent: Spiky Succulent By Sari-Sari 7. Palm: Potted Ponytail Palm By Soy. Cactus: Troubadour Potted Prickly Pear Cactus By The Loft & Aria 8. Couch: Troubadour Sofa By The Loft & Aria

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STYLING BY ROCKABILLYSUN DETHLY / PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROCKABILLYSUN DETHLY

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STYLING BY TRACEI MOORE / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORDAN GIANT

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Instructions... ARTICLE BY TRACEI MOORE / STYLING BY TRACEI MOORE / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORDAN GIANT 1 -3: Whats Needed: Vase: Bicolore Vase Black by Kalopsia, Vase: Hortensia Vase by Kalopsia, Bowl: Stone Bowl by The Loft. 4: Unlink and remove the flowers from the Hortensia Vase. Change the color of the flowers - Edit menu - Texture - Click the color window - Change the Hex Code to “ d0edad “

5: Create a circle with the flowers around the Stone Bowl and close off the circle by adding one more to the center of it. Link the flowers to the bowl. 6: Unlink and remove the flowers from the Bicolore Vase Black. Make 2 copies and add them at random to the center of your already linked pieces and link them as well. 7: You now have a fantastic centerpiece that has the land impact of 7. This centerpiece is ideal to spruce up your dinner table or even a side table indoors and or outdoors. Enjoy this centerpiece and make it your own! 4. 2. 1.

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