Apologies for the lack of ‘Home of the Week’ and ‘Home of the Month’ posts for the past couple of months. This dang Corona Virus pandemic has affected so many of us and turned our lives upside down.
The Spotlight is back and shining bright again just in time for Halloween. The Halloween decorating contest is still going ahead and come November the regular ‘Home of the Week’ and ‘Home of the Month’ posts will continue once again.
The Home of the Week this month goes to *insert drumroll here* Carol Pixelmaid and her Wallower Houseboat. Now before I go into further detail I have to give you all a very important health and safety warning. If you are allergic to pink you may want to take a step back, don’t say I didn’t warn you!
I love when people use the red option in the colouring of the houseboats. A friend once called them ‘murder boats’ when joking around once but I really love them.
It’s always fascinated me what people do with the ‘back yards’ in the Houseboat regions. I have seen so many different things rezzed out as decor, most of them being boats of some shape and size. Carol’s boat wasn’t huge but it also wasn’t a little dinghy, and the extra deck from tarte definitely complimented her stylings.
Carol added in some prims here and there to make extra decor pieces, one of them being this extension from the houseboat to the tarte deck; amongst others that I will point out later. Let’s head up to that top deck and check it out.
It’s party central up here! That blue privacy wall is another of Carols added prims as is the pink DJ Desk. This is also just the beginning of the pink that I forewarned you all about.
I was shocked when I started to write up the shopping list for this post that Carol hasn’t linked her items to save on prims. She’s managed to stock the houseboat full with singular items, colour me impressed!
Ok, these love birds. Can we just stop and admire them for a moment. They are so stinking cute. I know one thing I’ll be adding to my shopping list after this little adventure. Carol used most of the space in this big one room boat for her living area. But I guess we don’t spend all our time in bed or or in the kitchen so it totally makes sense.
But even with most of the room being living area she still managed to include a little study/entry area, a bedroom spot, a kitchenette AND a bathroom! I love the look of big fluffy blankets and plumped up pillows on beds, just makes them look so comfy and inviting.
The divider wall behind the entry area is another addition from Carol. The little window spots in it really help with making it look a little more open and not closed off so much. And this hanging desk is perfect for those that want a desk area on their houseboat but don’t want it to take up a lot of room since space is limited.
When we take a peek around the corner we get a glimps of the kitchenette area and the little bathroom hiding behind the divider wall. I’d definitely want to close that door and hang some privacy curtains when having a bath though, so as not to scare the neighbours if they happen to walk past.
The view from the back door certainly helps you appreciate Carols love for pink. I think this is the first time I have ever seen a pink fridge!
Did you ‘Find Waldo’ while scrolling through? Not Waldo exactly but there was a Belli Home Spotlight sneaking around in the background of one of the pictures. I guess I should have said ‘Find Belli’. Thank you Carol for letting me come and snoop around your lovely houseboat.
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~BAZAR~ Traveler-Plant1
{what next} Summer Garden Hanging Planter 1
{what next} Summer Garden Hanging Planter 2
{what next} ‘Bloom’ Malmo Chair
{what next} ‘Daisy’ Malmo Chair
tarte. coastal dock
Motor Loon Custom Cycles, Hotrods & Marine – Loonetta 31
All you need is love neon sign by Petertje Grot
Grimes Central – Dance Machine (ClubGogoDance)
Grimes Central – Plasma Ball Dance Machine Burlesque V 1.5)
Intan Couple Dance Ball
Grimes Central – Deluxe Dance Floor (V2.3.2)
Sine Wave Pole Dance
Grimes Central – Single Pro Speaker ( v2.5)
KAZZA – DreamLounger – mossu pot
~BAZAR~ Paris – Wine bottle spilled
KAZZA – DreamLounger – citrus
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PrimPossible 1 Prim Mesh Ceiling Fan Black & Wood
Ariskea [Sunrise] Succulent Ceramic hangers
~BAZAR~ Berlin-Plant
~BAZAR~Berlin-cabinet
~BAZAR~ Toronto-Books and plate decor
~BAZAR~ Berlin-Plant 1
DaD “Nolan Sofa” ADULT v.1.0 c/m
{what next} Wall Hanging Plant #1
~BAZAR~ Floria flower vase
~BAZAR~ Floria-Opened book
~BAZAR~ Floria-Tall table
~BAZAR~Woodland Lantern
DRD – Boho Backyard – Wine Rack
[Akaesha] Sail Away With Me Wood Art
Mithral * Vertical Wall Pipe Hanger V2 (Black)
DaD “Nolan Armchair” ADULT v.1.0 c/m
JIAN Holiday Treats Side Table
Foxwood – Boho lounge – Love Birds cage GIFT
~BAZAR~ Berlin-potted tree
~BAZAR~ Berlin-rug
~BAZAR~ Floria-Coffee table
~BAZAR~ Tea&Cake
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{anc} rope curtain 3Li (ivory) (has been tinted pink by Carol)
Toronto-Living room rug (has been tinted pink by Carol)
BackBone Chic Bunny Foot Stool – White
BackBone Chic Bunny Chair – Adult
BackBone Chic Bunny Floor Lamp
tarte. string light photos
BackBone Vinyl Record Storage – Pink
[Con.] Wall Desk – flf
Divider Wall made by Carol
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~BAZAR~ Recipe-Decor
~BAZAR~ Floria kitchen island (has been tinted pink by Carol)
~BAZAR~ Modern fridge (has been tinted pink by Carol)
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~BAZAR~ Berlin-rug
Fapple- Glass and Wood Wall
::RW:: Bellah Bed (COPY)
Meli Imako – Open Book
~BAZAR~ Traveler-Book&Clock
~BAZAR~ Magnolia – Flowers
VG Hair Brush (giver)
~BAZAR~ Floria parfume
VG Mesh Tripple Incense Burner
VG Mesh Mirror
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~BAZAR~ Toronto-Bathroom carpet
BackBone Pile of Clothes – Light
BackBone Playtime Bathtub – Adult
BackBone Towel Rack w/ Towel – White
~BAZAR~ Paris – Flowers
~BAZAR~ Woodland Lantern
~BAZAR~ Magnolia – Flowers
~BAZAR~ Hanging towel (has been tinted pink by Carol)
{anc} rope curtain 3Li (ivory) (has been tinted pink by Carol)
Our home of the month for July belongs to Lea (Costo17 Resident) with her quaint little Traditional Adams house.
There’s a nice spattering of grasses around the house and the glow of the fire against the back wall made it feel very cozy.
I was super surprised when I first walked into Lea’s house because the garden was brought inside! It’s not something I’ve come across yet in my travels but It looked pretty amazing.
You’ll notice Lea has kept it very matchy matchy using the same trees and grass in each room. But I love the uniqueness of pulling the leaves off and using the trunk piece, as shown here in the kitchen, and then using the leaves in the bedroom to plaster to the roof and walls to make it look like the trees are taking over.
There’s a very neutral, warm colour scheme throughout. The living area is quite long but Lea has made it feel small and cozy, without filling it to the brim.
This little window dining area being right near the back door means you get the glow and warmth of the firepit in the backyard to spice up your meal. The tree in the middle of the long room almost acts like a room divider screen as well.
Here’s that backyard fire pit I mentioned; and an outdoor bath! Why not be at one with nature and soak in the tub by the firepit and stare up into the skies counting stars. Loving the glow of the firepit against the tub too.
I think my favourite room of the house was the bedroom. There was this tiny little birds nest on the bed that I almost overlooked upon my first walkthrough; then this cute little fox darted out from behind the bushes and surprised me.
You can go visit Lea’s house and take in all the greenery that surrounds and fills her cute little home.
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Maddie May’s Home Decor & More – Garden Gnome 1 with Ambient Nature Sounds
HPMD* Colored Bush – light green
Chin Rey Houses (OPQ House Department) – Hedge 05 80-10-15 (CM)
Yugen.// aelin.// 3 low lod
Yugen.// aelin.// 4 low lod
Apple Fall Victoria Clawfoot Tub – Iron
alirium DownyGrass [Green]
JIAN :: Hummingbird Flowers (Solo Bird)
HPMD* Shrub02 – green d
Traveler-Fire pit
PLAAKA WitchsChair
:hiyoko: Royal Carpet Pink
Backbone – String lights at back of house (think these have been pulled off another Backbone item)
Soy. Potted Olive Tree
{what next} Summer Garden Planter
Nutmeg. Watering Can#2
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alirium DownyGrass [Green]
LISP – Mid Century Fire – touch on/off flame – Grey White Neut
[ keke ] london sofa table white
[ keke ] london chair dot
[ keke ] rainy day table lamp . bright
dust bunny . brunch . fig cheese board . RARE
[ keke ] soda open – white
Nutmeg. Pile of Vinage books Group Gift
HPMD* Colored Bush – light green
Yugen.// aelin.// 2 low lod
Soy. Knotted Hanging Cloth [white]
Ariskea[Sakura] Cute hanging Decor
Graphit Design – shelf_arrow
Apple Fall Seaside Candle
(Fundati) Seashell 1
Apple Fall Coral Specimen
dust bunny . conch shell planter . gallant group gift
hive // painted seahorse decor
Yugen.// aelin.// 3 low lod
dust bunny . wanderlust . bouquet teacup
dust bunny . wanderlust . rose teacup
JIAN Butterfly Collection (Percher)
TA Buddha Incense Set
[ keke ] buffet table
dust bunny . wiccan artistry . herb bottles
dust bunny . wiccan artistry . making smudge sticks
Katy’s Kreations – Coffee cups stacked floral
ionic : Time to grow seeds
BONDI . Picnic Radio . Fameshed Anniv. Gift
[ keke ] plush tableware
[ keke ] simple dining table . white
[ keke ] retro chair . rose
{vespertine} – bowl of strawberries
JIAN Butterfly Collection (Percher)
:KITCHEN:
Nice. Yvonne Kitchen Kit – White Gold – XL Cupboard
Nice. Yvonne Kitchen Kit – White Gold – Large Cupboard
Nice. Yvonne Kitchen Kit – White Gold – Fridge
Nice. Yvonne Kitchen Kit – White Gold – Cupboard
Nice. Yvonne Kitchen Kit – White Gold – Counter
Nice. Yvonne Kitchen Kit – White Gold – Stovetop Counter
Nice. Yvonne Kitchen Kit – White Gold – Island
[ keke ] roadtrip barstool – white
dust bunny . wanderlust . twig frame
{vespertine} – bath petals
JIAN Butterfly Collection (Orbiter – Long – Right)
JIAN Butterfly Collection (Percher)
:::ChicChica::: TeaRose Wine dispenser
:::ChicChica::: TeaRose wine
:::ChicChica::: Glass
:::ChicChica::: Petals
:::ChicChica::: Tray
Fancy Decor: Coffee Machine
Fancy Decor: tray with spices and herbs
Ariskea[Mocorra] stone path
Yugen.// noori.// with fireflies
alirium DownyGrass [Green]
Yugen.// aelin.// 4 low lod
JIAN Butterfly Collection Feeder (Spawner)
[DDD] Paper Lanterns – Curved Single
MADRAS Ariel Flower Vase [Orange]
Apple Fall West Village Lily Leaves Spray
Apple Fall Hydrangea Bunch
FD & Commoner: Modine Vase of Daisies
Apple Fall White Iris
Seacraft – Starfish visitor Tracker
[ keke ] lilies – white pot
Foxwood – Corgi Planters – Sit
O.M.E.N – Royal Pugs – Cream
[FOURTH WALL] Namaste Block
MADRAS Ariel Flower Vase [Red Shade]
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Yugen.// aelin.// 1 low lod
Yugen.// aelin.// 4 low lod
Yugen.// aelin.// 3 low lod
Soy. Reed Screen [Sudare] Dark -Half rolled
Ariskea[Greta]. bed Couples & Singles
HPMD* Colored Bush – light green
alirium DownyGrass [Green]
Apple Fall Nest w/ Speckled Eggs
JIAN :: Hummingbird Flowers (Solo Bird)
JIAN Arctic Fox :: Wanderer (Rez me!)
Yugen.// noori.// with fireflies
tarte. old door backdrop
dust bunny . sweet dreams . fur stool
dust bunny . blossom books
tarte. x Elm. scattered nail polish
tarte. x Elm. jewelry dish
tarte. x Elm. office laptop
Fancy Decor: Claire Desk
tarte. x Elm. task lamp
tarte. x Elm. marble phone holder
Leaves on the – These are made by the same creator of the Yugen trees. They almost look like Lea has pulled a tree apart and smushed it onto the roof for extra effect. I can’t tell exactly though as they are all called ‘object’. If I am right and Lea has done that then bravo! It looks great.
This month we are featuring homes from the Traditional category and our first showcase is from Maiden Constantine with her Winchester House. She’s named her parcel “That 70’s House” and she sure has lived up to that name, as you’ll see when we get to the interior pictures.
I’m loving the overal open viewing of the backyard; and you will see why further along in the blog.
Maiden added a little outdoor laundry room in the backyard and I think it’s just adorable!
She’s not only taken advantage of the deck coming off the house fromthe back door, but also added in a raised deck at the back of the house for a larger entertainment area.
The first little deck area chairs just make me think of those horrible plasticy vinyl chairs from the 70’s that burnt the back of your thighs in summer when you sat on them after they had been baking in the sun for hours!
The larger deck area has some pretty fantastic views of her awesome location. This is just one view of the backyard showing the lighthouse in the distance and uninterupted ocean views.
Now we head inside, and what did I tell you; it’s a time warp back to the 70’s! You can just smell the mothballs already hahaha.
The busy print of the kitchen wallpaper with it’s matching yellow and orange kitchen cupboards are a sight to behold. If you grew up in this era, or have relatives that still live in an old house from the era, you’ll start to feel right at home.
Heading into the living room I just felt like pulling on a pair of flares and a fringe top and belting out “groovy baby, yeah”! This wallpaper is just… just, so very much 70’s!
There’s even a stack of TV dinner folding tables in the corner, macrame hanging from the wall and a doorway full of those noisy beads on a string.
When you head upstairs there’s frames on the wall of those those old nails and woven string art pieces, in very matching orange, yellow and brown colours.
While dowstairs was all very matchy matchy with its yellow, orange and brown hues; the bedroom throws it into overdrive with some added teals and greens. If you have a Winchest house currently you’ll notice this room is a bit different and it’s because Maiden has also taken advantage of one of themany Linden Add-ons that are out there at the moment. This one giving her a small walk in closet and a bathroom area.
And here is that lovely green I mentioned previously. Filling the bathroom with it. I love that the toilet seat has the look of one of those old fluffy seat covers. Do you remember those? Ahhhh the flashbacks this house is giving me is wonderful!
A 70’s bedroom just wouldn’t be complete without a king size bed draped with a gaudy busy print bedspread with matching pillow covers. You made your bed with hospital corners Maiden, so proud! haha
I had to finish the tour off with another picture of that fantastic view Maiden has from the back of the house. This time from the deck off the upstairs bedroom looking in the other direction at all the houseboats of other residents.
Maiden’s parcel truly is a keeper and if she ever decides to give it up, which I think she would be mad to, I’m sure it would go very very quick with views like it has. If you want to go check it out for yourself, she welcomes visitors. So pop on over and take a trip back in time.
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Teegle Bellisseria Picket Fence
[ba] wood window box – smooth white
{what next} Bramley Rocking Chair (pine) V2
Ambience – Exterior Light 1
Mesh Plants – Geranium Bush 1
TLG – The Shrine Tree Tapestry Tree Gold
QG Emanuela Flower Bucket
AF Hanging Plant – Pothos
Mesh Plants – bush 5 Mesh
Apple Fall ‘Butt’ Planter
[DDD] Stone-Pot RainbowFire Bush
Eclectic Randomness – Ashtray
Frogstar – Pietro Patio Chair (Mojito)
Frogstar – Pietro Patio Table (Toffee)
Gwen – Vase With Candles Green
Blushed Winnie Pergola
Siimply Shelby – Haunted Stepping Stones
Something Savvy – Garden Shed
KOPFKINO – Laundry Sign – Cosmo Anniversary Gift
{XO} Laundry-Counter
{XO} Laundry-WashBase
{XO} Laundry-DryerBase
{XO} Laundry-Basket
{XO} Laundry-Supplies
{XO} Laundry-IronBoard
Beachstore – Beachhut Gift (for the back deck, removed the beach hut part)
Simple String Lights – DaenaWorks
{XO} Chief BBQ-Grill v5
Soy. Aged Flower Picnic Set
Soy. Aged Flower Picnic 2p Chair
Soy. Aged Flower Picnic 1p Chair
TEH! – Back & Front smaller window awning Silver
TEH! – Side window awning Silver
Z.O.E. Fun In The Sun Short Umbrella
Z.O.E. Fun In The Sun Chair
LOVE – TEXTURE CHANGE CYPRESS TREE & LIGHTS
Mesh County – Antenna 03 radio tv mesh 1 prim
Gumi’s Flower Shop – Lean on sweater
Second Spaces – Audrey ottoman – pink
Second Spaces – Audrey sectional – pink
hive // oak simple shrub . v3
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DRD gg rug 60s
{XO} Entry-UmbrellaBasket & Entry-Umbrella
PrimPossible 1 Prim Mesh Ceiling Fan Copper MOD FREE PROMO
E-mesh: Chest of drawers light wood BDD< Modifiable Wood Frame
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TBF Twinkling Glass Beaded Curtain
PrimPossible 1 Prim Metal Overhead Sofa Lamp V2
Soy. Comfy Velvet Sofa
Blushed Living – Mission Coffee Table – Cherry
DRD gg rug round 60s
%Roy Cabinet (mcm oak) MESH
Bookshelf 2(brown)-Freedom creations
Cazimi: Sari Curtains – Gold Straight
TBF Retro Television
22769 – Sloppy Bean Bag
SF wood Butterflies wall Decor
-RC- TV Eater – Greens (folded)
TLG – Moroccan Lanterns -Star Hanger -Display
Macrame CHEZ MOI
HHAX 70s Turntable v3 2 LI
HHAX Turntable v3 speaker
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FLECHA Spices shelf Wood
floorplan. kitchen phone
CHI – Home Fridge
PLAAKA CookingScale
PLAAKA WoodenCandleStand
hive // hanging apron . red floral
Fancy Decor: Solis Chandelier (gold)
Little Llama – Mr. Meow Clock – Black
MELX – Layered Flowers Art
Xzari Curtain SheerShade – NewPassion
{vespertine} – fondue maker/ kaki 10
PLAAKA StackedBowls
PLAAKA SpiderPlant
PLAAKA EnamelJug
PLAAKA EnamelBowl
hive // wall pot rack . black
PLAAKA CheapieSalon Table
PLAAKA RetroPopChair Orange B
LOGO Cookies On A Plate
Eclectic Randomness – Ashtray
Alive – Fullperm Cracked Smiley Cup
(The next few items I am not entirely sure on as Maiden has done a great job on reducing prim count and removed items here and there so I struggled finding the root prim with the name on it and as some of these are full perm items I’m not sure if she purchased full perms items and made the kitchen herself or not; and she has also repurposed pieces from what I think was a set for something else and she has unlinked pieces to use in the kitchen)
PLAAKA – Kitchen Cabinet, Hanging Bag and Kettle on stove
{XO} 70’s Kitchen Pot Holder
Elle Mode – 70’s Canisters, Kitchen-Mixer
Huckleberry Hax – Kitchen Cabinet and Counter
Prestige Furniture – Kitchen sink 002
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Cazimi: Sari Curtains – Teal Draped BDD< Modifiable Marble Frame
Second Spaces – Flashback 8-track tapes – messy 3
Second Spaces – Flashback 8-track tapes – 5 stack
Second Spaces – Flashback 8-track tapes – 3 stack
[USB] – Retro TV
Second Spaces – Flashback 8-track – orange
Blushed Living – Mission End Table – Pine
Lacrime dell’anima – Lazy Bean Bag – Linen 6 Colors
Sequel – Warren Lamp
Side Table CHEZ MOI
JensTech – Flip Clock 1.0
{XO} MalanaBedroom-Bed, MalanaBedroom-Slippers
::: IDJ ::: 1 Prim Picture Frame
dust bunny . woodland dreams . hanging macrame chair
(luc) “Glimmer of Hope” Lamp, Black/Violet
(luc) Funny Feet Frame, Short (Black)
floorplan. – chest of drawers [ palates ]
TOM Tape Player
Blushed Living – Winchester Bedroom Suite V2
Glam-FEMALE closet 05
Glam-FEMALE closet 07
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{XO} Beckham Bath – Towel, Beckham Bath – Carpet, Beckham Bath – Shower no wall, Beckham Bath – Shower Curtain, Beckham Bath – Vanity, Beckham Bath – Toilet, Beckham Bath – Vanity Acc Toothbrushes, Beckham Bath – Vanity Acc Soap, Beckham Bath – Toilet Paper, Beckham Bath – TubAccessories, JettaBathroom-TowelDouble, JettaBathroom-TowelSingle, Beckham Bath – Carpet
Anna Erotica – Sconce Wall Lamp – 1 Prim!
Can I just start with a HOLY COW SHEEP! The shopping list for this look took me forever to write up; the home featured this week is absolutely jam-packed!
We end off June with our Home of the Month winner – Rachel Salty and her Grand View Log Home.
I loved the contradiction as soon as you arrive at the front door with the “You can’t sit with us” sign on the left and “Welcome” sign on the right.
Rachel made use of some of the plants on offer from the free chest of goodies you receive when ‘renting’ out a Linden Home. It was a nice dash of colour in amongst all the green.
This really is a perfect spot for a log cabin. Nestled in behind all the trees for a semi private area, there’s a stream out front adding some distance between the neigbouring house and behind the house is a mountain and no neighbourse in sight.
When you first walk in, there is a LOT to take in. And Rachel’s decorating style is very much a country hunting cabin in the woods style. Even though this house has a lot of decor items, it didn’t feel ‘over crowded’ or ‘too much’. Everything just went well together.
I just love big old country wood fired ovens/stoves, so this one has been added to my shopping list for sure. There was so much to look at and inspect. I loved the little details; like the old rusty jello pans, stacked on the corner of the stove and a little candle near the sink that I almost overlooked.
Then I turned around and saw a unique little surprise. There is actually a room behind that bookcase, which you would already know if you have seen the Grand View Log Homes already. But Rachel covered the doorway with bookcases and then stacked the shelves with little knick-knacks and books and even smoshed parts of two fireplaces together to create this seamless little wall insert. I love it!
Heading upstairs to the bedroom, I had a little chuckle to myself when I spotted the vanity and it’s little bottles of nail polish and make up. One must have a perfect manicure when hunting! hehe
The chunky old look of the country duvet just made me think of cold winters nights curled up beneath those heavy thick blankets listening to the hum of the electric heater in the corner and the owls talking to each other from the tree tops outside.
Rachel, also, is taking advantage of one of the many Linden Home Add-ons that are out there with her bathroom area. I’m a big fan of clawtooth bathtubs. Anyone else find them fascinating for some reason? Oh look the neighbours left their door open, I wonder if they are watching the midday movie?!
Once again Rachel has made sure to include all the little details. The roll of toilet paper, hair brushes, towels, blankets, soaps, lotions, sponges…..I have to go back to that roll of toilet paper – “Butt B clean”. Some creators have the best names for their products.
Yikes, I think I need that Butt B clean! That’s one scary view from the toilet of what’s looming over the front door.
Thank you so much, Rachel, for sharing your home with us all. If you would like to go visit Rachel’s little slice of country charm, she welcomes you all, pop on over and say hi some time.
CREDITS
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.:revival:. grass field spring 01 [random]
LH-LogHomes – Lily – orange – lg – v2.0
LH-LogHomes – Lily – yellow – lg – v2.0
LH-LogHomes – Lily – purplerain – lg – v2.0
LH-LogHomes – Lillies – red – size – v2.0
LH-LogHomes – Lily – Grass Tall – v2.0
DRD – Trailer Park – Pappys Chair c/m
BALACLAVA!! Surveillance Camera
JIAN Sheep Collection :: (Static – Graze)
OW Old rustic well v2
DRD – Hunters Retreat – Lumber
Apple Fall West Village Sculpted Turtle – Verdigris
DRD – Moonshine Shack – Moonshine Still
[Schultz Bros.] 16. Tea Cup Bird Feeder
Apple Fall Trough Metal Sink
DRD – Moonshine Shack – Moonshine
KKH TINTED GARDEN HOSE M/C
LB_AppleTreev2{4Seasons}
Apple Fall Orsett Wall Lantern
Apple Fall US FLAG 3 PRIMS
hive // monogrammed doormats
ChiMia:: Folding Camping Seat [Wood] v1.1
MM RESIZED Welcome Sign – Deer
[Commoner] Melville Sign / You Can’t Sit With Us
Apple Fall West Village Field Wellingtons – Navy
MADRAS Joy Garage Decor HW
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Studio Rome_Buffalo head
Muniick Stag Horned Cigar Box w/ Churchill Cigars
[Kres] Hunters Rest – Magazines
Apple Fall Plan Chest
Apple Fall Leather Moccasins
No. 59 Whiskey bottles on tray
MadPea Pickerel Display
[Tampon Inside] Shotgun 870 SB Decoration at Wall
[Tampon Inside] Shotgun 870 LB Decoration at Wall
[Tampon Inside] Hunting Rifle Decoration at Wall
[Tampon Inside] Wild West Rifle Decoration at Wall (D)
[MF] Boar head trophy
Dahlia – Cora’s Champagne – Glass Brut – Rez
No. 59 Champagne Bottle Premium
Apple Fall West Village Grace Tufted Armchair – Medium Leather, PG
Apple Fall West Village Grace Tufted Sofa – Medium Leather, PG
Architect. A little….wild cowhide rug (common)
..::THOR::.. Decorative Antlers & Books – red
Apple Fall Leather Strapped Trunk
Apple Fall West Village Spring Tulips – White
FAZY IVORY GREEN PASTEL RUG MESH
(surge) Rug Mesh with AO sample1
OW Hunter trophy – Elk
[Tampon Inside] Wild West Rifle Decoration at Wall (G)
Trompe Loeil – RESIZED Kenna Woodstove short stack
Apple Fall Woodstock
OW Hunter trophy – Deer
[Con.] Boneyard Flag – America
BALACLAVA!! Kehoe Antique Phone
GA Home – Antlers
TA Hunter Rifle only 1 prim
TA SoHo Turntable System
Apple Fall Apothecary Cabinet
[Kres] Hunters Rest – Painting – Herd
[Kres] Hunters Rest – Painting – King
LISP – Cottage Grandma Chair – Cottage Beige
LISP – Cottage Grandma Chair – Vintage
Apple Fall Oil Lantern
Apple Fall Tea Time Teaset
Apple Fall Hydrangea Bunch – Eku’s Green
Apple Fall Antique Coffee Table
[Kres] Hunters Rest – Gun – Brown
[Kres] Hunters Rest – Gun – Black
:::: BTM :::: – Wall Hanging Drapes – Native v3
BTM Wall hangin Drape native 1
:::: BTM :::: – Wall Hanging Drapes – Native v2
OW Hunter trophy – Crocodile
Apple Fall Guest House 09 – Horns
MM Rifle on Plaque 1
MM Rifle on Plaque 2
MadPea Mackerel Display
{OBD} Prairie Curtains – Red
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Apt B // Cowhide Hide Rug
Fancy Decor: Dutch Landscape
HEXtraordinary Zen Juniper Bonsai
Apple Fall West Village Cocktail Books & Biscuits
Apple Fall Pheasant Feathers
Fancy Decor: Spencer Console
{OBD} Prairie Curtains – Red
Apple Fall Bed Warmers
Apple Fall Scented Candle (Sandalwood)
Apple Fall Elderflower Cordial
Apple Fall Tea Time Tins
Apple Fall Juliette Tea Cups, Stacked
Apple Fall ‘Elvira’ Teapot
dust bunny . kitchen clutter . dish drying rack . black
No. 59 Espressomachine
Katy’s Kreations – Decorative Wall Plates mexican
Apple Fall Pan Rack
Apple Fall Vintage Jelly Molds
Apple Fall Wide Stove (Cream)
Apple Fall Plantation Stove Hood (Rustic)
Apple Fall Plantation Counter (Rustic)
Apple Fall Plantation Corner (Rustic)
Apple Fall Plantation Sink (Rustic)
Apple Fall Holyoke Dining Table – Oak
Apple Fall Holyoke Dining Bench – Oak
Apple Fall Cottage Chair – Wood
Apple Fall Milk Urn w/ Wild Geraniums
dust bunny . pasta love . grocery basket
dust bunny . kitchen clutter . banana hanger
MadPea Largemouth Bass Display
MadPea Yellow Perch Display
Apple Fall 4 PRIM Annan Reclaimed Wardrobe
LISP – Mesh – Portland Fire Accessories
Serendipity Designs – Woodland Fireplace
Apple Fall Woodland Deer – Ceramic
Fancy Decor: Spencer Painting – G. Earp Pastoral Scene
Apple Fall Mercantile Bookshelf – Double
Apple Fall Silver Antiqued Rabbit
Apple Fall Books – Arrangement 3
Apple Fall Books – Arrangement 4
BAZAR~Magnolia – Books 01
BAZAR~Magnolia – Books 04
Apple Fall Books – Arrangement 2
Apple Fall Magazine Files
Apple Fall L’Air Frais
Mithral * String of Hearts Bottle (Hanging)
Apple Fall Plaster Horse
Apple Fall Books – Arrangement 1
dust bunny . tabletop plants . fiddle leaf branch
Apple Fall Books – Arrangement 2
BAZAR~Magnolia – Books 03
BAZAR~Magnolia – Books 06
BAZAR~Magnolia – Books 07
BAZAR~Magnolia – Books 02
Tool Shed – Isabella Fireplace – w Base
TA Embassy Screen
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{Pretty Props} Antler Chandelier – Dark Brown
OW Hunter trophy – Bear
{OBD} Primitive Nightstand
Muniick Retro-Electro Vacuum Cleaner
Seven Emproium – HeatMagic C100
{OBD} Braided Rug
{OBD} Primitive Patchwork Bed [PG]
Apple Fall Poppies / Glazed Vase
Apple Fall Scented Candle (Apple)
Dutchie teak folding screen
{OBD} Primitive Nightstand Apple Fall Roses Jug
Apple Fall Oil Lantern
Apple Fall Deer Skull
Rachel The Marvellous (Portait Smiling) (lol this is a frame from Floorplan that Rachel has added her own pictures to. I love what she renamed it to)
Apple Fall Aspidistra in Wicker Planter
:CP: Boho Glamping Dreamcatcher
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H.M Digital Bathroom Unit
Apple Fall West Village Theodore Rug – Mudcloth
DISORDERLY. / Wood be Spring / Stool / White
Apple Fall Victoria Clawfoot Tub – Iron
Apple Fall Botanical Prints (3)
Apple Fall Lange Toilet
Apple Fall Victorian Radiator
BackBone Butt-B Clean Roll
Apple Fall Violet Glass Bottles Apple Fall Book Shelf
Apple Fall Oil Lantern Apple Fall Blanket Curio
MINIMAL – Alice Plant
Apple Fall Copper Leaf Mirror
Apple Fall Bath Brushes in Milk Glass Jar
Apple Fall Bathroom Lotions
Apple Fall Coral Lid Jar w/ Bath Bombs
Apple Fall Natural Sea Sponges in Cloche
Apple Fall Victoria Washstand
DISORDERLY. / Wood be Spring / Buckets / White
It was a close call between Traditional and Log Homes for this month, but the Log Homes outnumbered the Traditionals. So to kick things off for our very first Home of the Week, I present to you all the home and stylings of Orfeu Miles.
Orfeu has chosen to decorate the Grand View Log Home. Not only was the interior well laid out but there was also a decent spattering of landscaping items filling in the plot.
I like how the outdoor space was filled in with some Linden Home add-on pieces to make the deck appear larger instead of having all the furniture sitting on the grass.
Theres still ample grassed areas though; if you like your greenery. My one nit-pick moment when looking over the property was the raised borders of the original Linden Home decking poking through the new deck areas. But I guess when using third party add-on’s; sometimes you just have to deal with a few little OCD triggers.
I almost completely missed this little gardening area at the back of the property because there was so much to look at from the front. Definite great use of linking items together in order to lower the prim count and fit in more decor.
It did make it interesting when trying to credit all the furniture and decor. I inspected the linked parts and found a lot of ‘objects’ until I eventually came across the main prim with it’s item name in it.
While the outside area was full of decor pieces, plants and even wildlife; the interior rooms had just the right amount of furniture and decor items in them to not feel empty but also not be overdone.
I’ve never really understood the need for things like food or bathrooms in SL because, frankly, how often do they really get used? It’s not like we NEED to feed our avvies or bathe them; yet I myself MUST have a kitchen fully stocked and a bathroom in my own place when I decorate. Apparently so does Orfeu!
I love the giant windows of the Grand View home; and I like the idea of leaving them bare so as to appreciate the view of the outside world. Perhaps a potted plant or floor lamp to give it a little bit of oomph?
The cozy little fireplace in that nook is a nice touch. After visiting so many Log Homes from all the nominations received, it was nice to see the different way all the residents choose to decorate that half wall space along the staircase.
I saw quite a few ways to decorate this big open room upstairs. I got a ‘bachelor pad’ feel when reaching the top of the stairs because of Orfeu’s minimalist decor choices. No mess, no fuss, just the essentials.
Leaving those windows uncovered makes for a great view when waking up. Speaking of views; I didn’t notice until after I took my pictures that the wall art had a bit of nudity in it. My cover up looks like it totally belongs there, right?!?
We finish the tour with the use of another Linden Home add-on. This time making a small bathroom off to the side of the bedroom; again with a ‘bachelor pad’ feel to it. There is a tiny loo in there; it’s perched beneath the window we are peering into. The only thing missing was a basin; but I guess you could use the kitchen sink in a pinch!
Thank you so much for letting me have a tour of your home Orfeu. I hope all the readers enjoyed it vicariously through my pictures. Orfeu was kind enough to grant me permission in sharing the home location; so if you want to see it up close and personal you can! Just remember to be polite if you happen to TP in and the home owners are around.
CREDITS
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Tomato park – cardinal_v0.2
Stockholm&Lima: Repurposed Boat
TLC Autumn Cart _[30]
TLC Barn Owl
LH – Log Home – Grand View ADD ON #2
LH-LogHomes – Ivy Patch, Wall Small v1.0
Jester Designs – Adult Hammock 2015
DH Creations The Zen Japanese Store – Japanese Rotating Lantern #3
DH Creations The Zen Japanese Store – Japanese TEAL Lantern Wood Frame
GOOSE – Relax couple lounger PG (special edition)
Planter of Daisy’s3 (by Karra Baker)
Planter of butter flowers2 (by Karra Baker)
[DDD] Spring Poppies – Longer 3D Trees – Marsh plant 02 Jian :: Beaumont Pool Patio ADULT
GCD – Mesh String Lighting Set (TEXTURED)(1 prim)
Fence Parts by .Tarte.
Decking under pool patio by TuttiFrutti
HeadHunters Island – Stacked rocks – short MESH (light)
WC Beach Towels Set Flat
.:revival:. wooden sofa
[DDD] Central Hearth Firepit
::Code 8:: Great Belgian Beer crate (rez)
~The Dreamer Creations~ – Brown accent table
~The Dreamer Creations~ – 3 candles colored (mesh)
Kumquat – Buddha Statue
mesh plants – Geraniums in Hanging Pot
~AB~ Daisy Bouquet with Pot
Apple Fall ‘Butt’ Planter
{LA} Wood Stack 3
Apple Fall Copper Shovel & Pitchfork
mesh plants – Potting station
mesh plants – Frangipani in Pot – yellow and Pink
[DDD] Potting Bench
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~BAZAR~ – Arizona-Entrance cabinet
TuttiFrutti Villi Rug – Cabin 3
MeshPossible 1 Prim Cushy Mesh Living Room Standard Adult
Architect. Tiffany Vases (Cosmopolitan Anniversary Gift)
Dreamers Prefab Homes – Fireplace for Grand View
PrimPossible 1 Prim Mesh Modern Wood Chandelier
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PrimPossible 1 Prim Aquarium / Fish Tank (3 Options in Menu)
Spring Premium Gift – Table (blue1) v3.0 (by Spiffy Mole)
GCD – Coffee Machine (V2.7) With Animated Coffee Giver(3 prims)
GCD – Open Pizza Box (Scripted Pizza Giver)
Apple Fall Kiwi & Blueberry Cheesecake
~BAZAR~ – Toronto-Kitchen island
~BAZAR~ – Toronto-Gas stove
~BAZAR~ – Toronto-Long kitchen cabinet A
~BAZAR~ – Toronto-Kitchen sink
~BAZAR~ – Modern fridge
KTZ – Kitchen tool 5
KTZ – small pot with top
KTZ – Kitchen Knife Stand
PrimPossible Wooden Spoons in Holder
Apple Fall Argentinian Malbec
RE Spice Jars Shelf
KraftWork Pantone Green Ideas
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TuttiFrutti Villi Rug – Cabin 3
Apple Fall Globe w/ Books – Blue
Apple Fall Magazine Files
CHI(T) – Drug Mess
World Of Wood – Love Nest Commode
Zimer’s Desk 2 (by Proserpine Zimer)
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RE Japanese Lamp – Lake Castle 2.0
.esgardio. – Jack-Vettriano-Opening-Gambit
T3D Creations – RUG No.2
[Ruckus] Do The Things V2 (bed)
~BAZAR~ – Glam-MALE closet 02
{moss&mink} 2 Tier Planter (Lt Wood)
PILOT – Bohn Crate Shelf
Trompe Loeil – Ines Wall Fountain
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LH Grand View Upstairs Bathroom Wall Add-On 2.2
Its NOT Mine! Shower v1.3 (Corner – Left)
D-LAB soap Cosmopolitan Anniversary Gift
Dutchie linnen chest
-David Heather-Bathroom Shelf
3DL TOILET (HALF BATH)
The Bellisseria Home Spotlight is something new that will be starting June 1st, 2020. It’s a lighthearted little contest of sorts based on your home decorating skills. Some residents of Bellisseria have wonderful know-how on setting up their homes to their fullest potential, while others may be stuck for decorating ideas and not keen on snooping around on their neighbours. The Bellisseria Home Spotlight, on the other hand, loves to peep into windows and check out what others are decorating with and make a shopping list!
So to help each other out, and share your decorating prowess, we have introduced the Bellisseria House of the Week & House of the Month. Each month you will have a chance to submit your home for consideration. All homes submitted will be inspected and, if chosen, photographs will be taken. Your home will be featured here on the blog as either the House of the Week or the House of the Month. Just to make things a little fun, if you are a chosen for either of the categories you will receive a small plaque to display in your home for bragging rights with your friends, family and visitors.
The list will be cleared each month and because we are only choosing two for each month, we encourage you to enter again in following months if you don’t make is the first time. This way we will have a chance to get back to you another time.
Each month only houses from one category will be chosen. We will not be announcing the category at the beginning of each month as it will be based solely on the submissions. For example if we have mostly all Camping Trailer submissions, then only the Camping Trailers will be inspected and chosen that month. The following month we will choose a new category based on the most submissions received, and so on. If you win House of the Week for your Victorian home and then change your dwelling style to either a different Victorian with different decor, or you move into a Houseboat then you are eligible to enter again. You won’t be eligible to win for the same home/decor more than once.
So what are you waiting for? Get decorating! Once you are ready just click on ‘SUBMISSIONS’ at the top of the page and submit your house details.
