Fancy Decor

Time to Relax

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A little sigh escapes her slightly open mouth as she removes her shoes at the door and spies the inflamed logs nestled in fireplace. Slowly she moves from the door crossing in front of the stairs, stopping briefly lost in thoughts of the work waiting upstairs and the warmth of the fire that was before her. Shaking her head ever so slightly she pushes the work load side and makes way for the warmth of her slippers, the comfort of familiar pages, and chucks seeing her little fur friend step out from behind the armchair. In that moment she set in her decision. It was time to relax.

Structure/Furniture/Decor:

Main House

Outside Decor

the dreamers cottage by dust bunny

Indoor Decor

Canadian Friendly Ferrets *featuring Standing Sable* by Serenity Style *available at 6 Republic until November 20*

Dean Fall Fireplace Set *includes fireplace, decor stool, and metal logs basket* by Serenity Style 

Jojo Cozy Set *includes armchair, blankets, book & mug, hot water bag, and slippers* by Serenity Style *from the November 2017 Deco(c)rate*

Gift Deer Rare and Hanging Elf by Serenity Style

Paper Trees *includes music and words* and Wooden Snowflake *a, b, and c* by Fancy Decor

xmas box wrapping set – white by [sf] shutter field

Delilah Blossom Solid Curtain by :CP: Cheeky Pea

Landscaping:

Garden Tree08 – snowy a by HPMD

Windlighting:

Day cycle based

The Powder Room

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Standing back, she looked around the one room she had finished decorating; the room she would spend a good deal of her morning preparing for the day. Hearing the small quiet mews, she looked over and smiled at the kitten giving its approval. The powder room was well decorated and cozy for those days after a long days work, or for those mornings where a few extra minutes of pampering were well needed.

Structure/Furniture/Decor:

Main House

~ The Old Orchard Cottage ~ by The Domineaux Effect

Indoor Decor

Out of the Water Collection, Button Up Rug, New Haven Powder Blue Weathered Storage Unit, and The Weekender Bag – Chestnut by {Q-Essentials}

Belt Shelf (stained) by Fancy Decor

Butterfly Freedom Decor by Sequel

Beauty Kit – Blue *includes hair plank, curler, and dryer* by {YD} Your Dreams

Terracotta Tower of Plants Be by StoraxTree

Kitten Collection :: *FaMESHED Bonus* Sitting Kitten by Jian

Bohemian Curtains Ocean Wave by :CP: Cheeky Pea

Toilet (Black) – Decoration and Bathroom Cabinet Sink – Blue by LAQ Decor

Windlighting:

CalWL

And I Think to Myself

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and-i-think-to-myself

During the day my thoughts are filled to the brim with any given number of items; work, people, media, what is happening around the world. These thoughts intrude my sleep most days, as my brain attempts to sort out their relevance and meaning. Information comes in and rarely leaves, it lingers in my thoughts always. Those around me often ask why I look tired or how do I know that and will comment that I need to shut my brain off some days, and I think to myself if only it were that simple. The only time I really find reprieve from my thoughts and the information overload I sustain every day, is when I find the time to sit and read a good book in the comfort of my home.

Structure/Furniture/Decor:

Main House

Serene Tree & Windmill Home by LAQ Decor

Indoor Decor

And I think to myself *includes book, chair, shelf, and vase* by Serenity Style *available at LTD The Event until September 26*

Irene Mouse- RARE by Serenity Style

Toronto-Living room bookshelf 1 by ~Bazar~

The Bard’s Folio by [ zerkalo ]

Fall Rug 1 by Fancy Decor

Windlighting:

*Canimod

The Basement Dweller

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The Basement Dweller

There is a place within the home that most seem to avoid, they complain about the dampness, the bugs, and the creepy crawlies. There is one though who dwells within the basement, with the only sunlight coming in from a few tiny windows. She enjoys the warmth in the winter and the coolness in the summer. She never complains about her little space for she finds it perfect and meets her needs. She fills the space with bright colours and eclectic pieces that she adores. She lives in the basement and would not ask for it any other way.

Structure/Furniture/Decor:

Main House

Lake Side Basement house part1 (3Bed/2Bath) by ROOST

Indoor Decor

Alma BedCloset by Serenity Style *available at LTD The Event until June 26*

Poly the Cat – Grey Striped by Serenity Style

Carved Woodland Animals (White Owl), Stringlight Clutter – Loose Coil, Stringlight Clutter – Long, and Stringlight Clutter – Heart by +Half-Deer+

venturer wood print / feather by floorplan. & willow

[George] hat stand . light . cloth & hat and  [George] chair . light by Sway’s

Scattered Wine by :CP: Cheeky Pea

Jigsaw Puzzle – Absinthe and Clay and Willows Vase CP by StoraxTree

Retro Rug by Fancy Decor

Metallic Jar Candle-Blue by A.D.D.Andel!

Windlighting:

Places Paris

Forest Cottage

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Forest Cottage1

Nestled in the forest dwells a little cottage. Hidden away from the rest of society the painter finds peace in the solitude and inspiration in her surroundings. Each day she wakes and carries out the same routines before embarking into the forest in search of an animal or cluster of foliage to paint. Deadlines come and go and she had never missed one yet. Each theme differed slightly from the previous one but could always be found within her surrounding. The forest cottage was the perfect place for a painter who specialized in nature.

Structure/Furniture/Decor:

Main House

“Sun Forest Cottage” c/m 1.1 by DaD DESIGN *available at Shiny Shabby until May 15*

Outside Decor

Forest Cottage2

Homestead Primitives *featuring Ladder, Bench, Carriage, and Chair* by Apt B *available at Shiny Shabby until May 15*

[Kaden] Rug with fringes . natural by Sway’s

Antique Metal Garden Set *includes Antique Damask Garden Chairs, Paper Flower Pot, Vintage Heart Candle, and Antique Garden Table* by Dreamland Designs

Indoor Decor

Forest Cottage3 Forest Cottage4

Noelia Vase, Meli Heart Set *featuring Sofa – RARE,  Mirror,  Bowls,  Box,  Pot, and  Pile of Pillows*, and Lost in time *featuring door RARE, table, rug, box for everything, hanger, behave frame, and define yourself frae* by Serenity Style

Book Lover’s Hassock with Books (rare) (copy) and Book Lover’s – Commode with Books – Shabby White (copy) by ChiC Buildings

Love Nest-Vintage-Rug and Love Nest-Vintage-Love Sign by [ zerkalo ]

Clay and Willows Vase CP, Clay and Willows Vases Duo Ae, Clay and Willows Vase Bc, Clay and Willows Vase CK, Feline Treasures Naptime B CL Leopard L by StoraxTree

Bicolore Vase – Blue, Bicolore Vase – Coral, and Brit’s Loveseat by Kalopsia

Loved You Yesterday Wall Decal and Live Laugh Love Wall Decal by {Q-Essentials}

Kagan Vase trio by Kaerri

TexturizedPillows001_6, TexturizedPillows001_4, TexturizedPillows001_5, and RugMesh_009 Texturized by CCDesigns

Shabby Finds * featuring Frame, Cabinet RARE,  Jars, Mirrors, and Doors* and Birdcage LTD by Apt B

Bamboo Red Dragon Vase by (VR)

Spring Living – Vintage Books by -tb- Tres Blah

Dolly *featuring Piano, Shauna’s Chair, Patchwork Rug, Roses Jug, Blanket Curio, Book Shelf, and Ulysses Butterfly*, Hat Box, Georgian Dollhouse, and Botanical Prints (3) by Apple Fall 

chair with pillow (birds), square dining table, and chair with pillow (lace) by tarte.

small spaces kitchen *featuring sink cabinet, vintage stove, corner cabinet, vintage fridge, and end cabinet*, apple pie and warm cocoa by dust bunny

“Ornamental Green Vase with butterflies” c/m by DaD DESIGN

Tabby Pillow by Fancy Decor

Towel cart – Flowers and candle by !! Follow US !!

Nature Love Branches Frame B and Nature Love Branches Frame A by *bbqq*

Landscaping:

Sweet Garden Grass06 – mix(cool colors)*b by HPMD*

Enchanted Woods v2 -8 (3 group) and Enchanted Woods v2 – 6 (slope) by Studio Skye

Realistic Nature Pond Scene 37 Prim 20x25m Size copy/mody 1 by Landscaping by Felix

Windlighting:

Places Paris

Truly a Girls Room

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Truly a Girls Room

I decided to make some changes in my home; fixing up the guest room mostly. It stood empty for far to long. Carefully I unpacked the boxes that filled the space to see what I had to work with. Putting together the bed, I created the focal point. Moved in a vanity and dresser from storage, that was better on display then collecting dust only to be forgotten. Each item came to life as I placed them around the room filling in the once box filled space. The room took shape and its character shone through. The room was fit for a girl.

Structure/Furniture/Decor:

Main House

9. SC Antique Store by DRD *available at The Arcade until March 31*

Bedroom Decor

Eterma Bed Green/Lavender by Serenity Style *available at On9 from March 9-28th*

The Romance Vanity (includes vanity, boxes, make up, rose, and puf) by Serenity Style *available at The Liaison Collaborative until March 30th*

Shopping Day by CHEZ MOI

Butterfly Freedom Decor by Sequel

WallButterfly, WallButterfly{violet}, and WallButterfly{Green} by LB *gift at Shiny Shabby until March 15th*

Bremen Table by :CP:

Butterfly Poppies, Crocus Teacup Pink, Crocus Teacup Yellow, and Crocus Teacup Purple by Kaerri *Limited Edition items*

Birdie Pillows by Serenity Style *TCH 2nd Anniversary gift*

round rug. floral circle. by junk.

The Ancient Ladder and Retro Frames by Serenity Style

Escape Shelf (stained) by Fancy Decor

betsy mirror and betsy dresser by [Brixley]

Windlighting:

Fairy light pink (Paulina)

My Neighbours House

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In the middle of the forest a large clearing had been made; large enough to fit a small city block. Many watched as construction crews came and went wondering what was taking place behind the trees. Soon the crews left and moving trucks and furniture deliveries began to come and go. More gathered as whispers spread across the wind. Who was moving into the clearing in the forest. As we watched a young couple moved into the large home fit for several families. I was fortunate enough to be invited into their home; to hear their story and to share their tale. My neighbours house is large as you can see, but carefully decorated to fit both their jobs within. They wanted to never be apart and had agreed the only way to do this was to move to a bigger home and bring their clients to them.

Structure/Furniture/Decor:

Main House

Cheyenne Log House by {Greymoon Designs} *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Outside Decor

My Neighbours House1 My Neighbours House2

Antique Metal Garden Set *includes Antique Damask Garden Chairs, Paper Flower Pot, Vintage Heart Candle, and Antique Garden Table* by Dreamland Designs *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Love Nest Cuddle Rug – Dark and Sweet Things Bistro *includes Table, Chairs, and Flower* by HJM Designs *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Indoor Decor

My Neighbours House3 My Neighbours House4 My Neighbours House5 My Neighbours House6 My Neighbours House7 My Neighbours House8

 

Heart On a Wire Bedroom Set (PG) *includes bed, bench, branch lamp, hanging fan, road art 1, road art 2, road art 3, rug pile, side table, silly sayings plates, wall collage, and wardrobe* by :CP:

Betsy mini set *includes dresser, mirror, and rug* by [Brixley]

Armchair (White Linen) and Armchair (Black Leather) by Fancy Decor

Clawfoot Bathtub & Shower (Silver), Toilet (Black) – Decoration, and Bathroom Cabinet Sink – Blue by LAQ Decor

Arizona dining set *featuring dining chair, lamp, table, rug, deco vase, and room art* by Bazar

Silver Framed Words to Live By – textures (featuring 11, 12, and 6) and Country Cottage Exterior Window Shutters – textures (featuring Shutter A1, Shutter B8, Shutter A6, Shutter C9, and Shutter A4) by GF Creations *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Ansel Living Room (PG) *featuring bird cage candles, book pile, candle holders, coffee table, console table, handing light, terrarium, sofa, and wing chair* by :CP:

The Vintage Sewing Shop*featuring sign, hanging spools, counter, thread satin box, thread mat box, three buttons box, thread sit, and shelf Rare* by Serenity Style

Vintage Sewing Set *includes Sewing Set Board, Fabric Rolls, Keep All Sewing set decor, and Sewing Machine Set* by Serenity Style

Warm Teddy Cushions by Serenity Style

Casa Spring Pantones Fabric Demo Item and Garden Terrace Fabric Demo Item by Fabric Lab *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Tazzo Home Decor Set *includes Tazzo Clock, Boxes in Blue, Home1, Home2, and Grey Puf* by Serenity Style

Toronto Study *featuring computer, industrial clock, pens, study armchair, study books, study book stack, carpet, chair, desk, drawer cabinet, plant, study art, cabinet, and industrial art* by Bazar

Print Collector’s Set *includes ‘Diana the Evening’ print, ‘Freedome of Conscience’ print, ‘Remedium’ print, ‘Triumphal Entry’ print, Petrified Wood, Print Books, Print Storage Table, and Wire Clock* by Fancy Decor

Screen Cabinet by Fancy Decor

Warm Words Set *includes Forever & Always, Home, and Live, Love, Laugh* by Fancy Decor

Bean Bag Chair by [ zerkalo ]

Book Lover’s Hassock with Books (rare), Book Lover’s – Book Stack with Leaning Book, and Book Lover’s – Commode with Books – Light Ash by ChiC Buildings *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

MESH Tropical Composition Vol2 and RugMesh_007 Texturized by CCDesign *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Mesh – Portland Fire Accessories by LISP

Melilla Set *featuring Melilla Daffodil Pitcher, Melilla Lemon Bowl, modern candlestick L, modern candlestick M, and modern candlestick S* by Kaerri

Kagan Set *featuring coffee table, chair 1, chair 2, couch, rug, vase trio, and yucco* by Kaerri

Cotton Heaven Curtain by Dreamland Designs *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Family Time Chair Tintable by NACH

Houseplant 8 – Mesh (2LI) by Emm Jacks

Canvas Collage (featuring One Love Rare and Temptation Rare) by HJM Designs *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Cotton Heaven Lovers Bedroom Set PG (includes Cotton XoXo Vase, Cotton Heaven Console Tables, Cotton Heaven Lamp,  Jane Austin Book With Glasses, Antler Chandelier, Cotton Heaven Lovers Bed/PG, Modern White Purse, and Cotton Heaven Fringe Rug) by Dreamland Designs *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Elegant Romance Accent Chair and Table (includes chairs, table, and vase) by HJM Designs *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Ottoman [Navy] Tex Change Blanket by PILOT

Book Lover’s – Book Stack Short (copy) by ChiC Buildings *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Vase001Texturized by CCDesign *available now at RFL Home and Garden Expo 2016 until March 6*

Landscaping:

(claw mark) Garden Tree06 – dark brown(dg) a by HPMD

Closing Remarks:

A number of amazing designers have come together to fill 10 sims with home and garden decor, including textures and prefabs for you to personalize your spaces with. Each designer has items for sale with varying amounts being donated to RFL up to 100% of the sales. Along with the display items, several designers have Gacha machines and hunt items out for your pleasure. There is even one Sim dedicated to those who love breedables. You are sure to find something that tickles your fancy while at the same time helping raise money for noble cause. Several events are planned each day as well, along with a lantern release at 4pm slt. You have until March 6 to visit the RFL Home and Garden Expo.

February 29th Events of the Day (times in SLT)
11:00 am * KittyCats! RFL Auction with Ruby and LickN
4:00 pm *Lantern Release from the Theatre roof
5:00 pm * Prim Perfect Talks at the Home and Garden Expo

For more information visit SL Home & Garden Expo 2016.

RFL Home & Garden 2016