The Quirkiness of Antique Brass

Dear Diary:

Brass is an alloy of zinc and copper.   To make it look antique, a chemical is applied to darken the colour so that it looks aged.

Hope my wrinkles aren't showing!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Lipstick: SEVEN Glossy lipstick (brown brick)
Eyes: Mayfly Liquid Light (Hazel Shadow)
Eye shadow: Mozz Cosmetics Glittery Smokey eye (gold)
Lashes: MG Eyelashes Wild Full Thick
Hair: Analog Dog (gift)
Nails: Izzie's Classic nails

Dress: Emery Mesh dress Samsa (beige)
Purse: Emery non-rigged Mesh Envelope Clutch Danerys (tinted)
Shoes: Aleida Malene pumps (Indian Summer) (no longer available)

Necklace: PM Delight Wood set (free on SL Marketplace)
Bracelet: PM Delight Wood Bangles (free on SL Marketplace)

Poses: Diesel Works

Jonquils Like to be First

Dear Diary:
I have jonquils in my garden so this colour really appealed to me.  Jonquils are one of the first flowers to bloom in early spring and add a bright note often when there is still a bit of snow on the ground.  This flower is often mistaken for a daffodil as they look quite similar.

And I really don't like to be first...ummm...ok....sometimes!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sun tan)
Lipstick: Aleida lip A (013) (no longer available)
Beauty mark: Blacklace beauty mark
Hair: CIC Marcie (with blonde streak) (Hair Fair 2012)

Blouse: C'est la vie frill sleeve (floral yellow)
Skirt: Molichino mesh preppy skirt (lemon)
Shoes: R2 Shoes Koaniani elua (yellow stripe)
Purse: Indy & Co Marina tote (yellow)

Ring: LaGyo BonBon ring
Sunglasses: HOC apparel glasses (yellow)

Poses: Reek (no longer available); in purse; Poseur

Magnetic Cobalt

Dear Diary:

When I do the Colour Challenge every week, the colour name always brings something to mind.  I knew that colbalt was some kind of metal but....  Of course inquiring minds like me, just had to look it up so I found the following explanation on this website:

Cobalt is a brittle, hard, transition metal with magnetic properties similar to those of iron. Cobalt is present in meteorites. Ore deposits are found in Zaire, Morocco and Canada.  Cobalt salts colour glass a beautiful deep blue colour.

And for my English friends, I found this interesting fact:
    
Marmite is a source of vitamin B₁₂, actually a compound containing cobalt.  Marmite is available in the USA. Try mixing it with peanut butter.

Maybe that will be lunch.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: Aleida lip A (009)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Eye makeup: Mozz Cosmetics winged eye with lashes (silver-blue)
Hair: LeLutka Seth

Blouse: SAS Catherine (white)
Pants: Leverocci Ankle Length chinos (cobalt)
Shoes: Aoharu Ethnic Bijou sandals (opal)
Purse: Fri dream catcher bag (cobalt)

Earrings and necklace: je suis voyante plain

Poses: Poseur

Deep Pink on Mother's Day

Dear Diary:

Pink - any shade of, any hue of - is my least favourite colour but it hit me, as I was scrounging through my closet, looking for the one or two items available in the dreaded pink, that this was a very appropriate colour to choose for this Sunday's Colour Challenge.  Of course, it's Mother's Day!  And as usual on this day, I remember the women in my family who preceded me - my Mom, my Grandmother(s) and the many non-family women who impacted my life.  They all made me what I am today.

Then I realized all the confident, interesting women I've met in my second world who have also given me friendship, encouragement and laughter and have made a footprint on who I am.

Therefore, to all Mothers, in all worlds, in all countries, understand what a difficult job you're carrying out and how much influence you're having on us all.

Enjoy your day.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (sunkissed)
Lipstick: LeLutka Lola lipstick (fuschia)
Eyes: Ikon Sunrise (deep hazel)
Hair: Wasabi Pills Clementine
Hair band: Lelka's Ribbon Headband (tinted) (SL Marketplace)

Top: Axel Zoo York top (pink) (no longer available)
Shorts: Cupcakes summer shorts (grey)
Shoes: Gos Shoes espadrilles (fuschia)
Purse: Coco clear tote bag (pink) (gift)

Earrings: NHA Mirella earrings

Poses: Miamai

The Dishonoured Dandelion

Dear Diary:

Did you know that the dandelion is a herb, NOT a weed??  Does that make it easier to deal with when your lawn is covered with bright yellow flowers?

You could make Dandelion Salad with the young greens, tomatoes and a oil and vinegar dressing...or sauteed dandelion greens with a bit of garlic and onion.

Dandelion greens need to be picked before the plant goes to flower.  The leaves are like arugula, a bit on the peppery-bitter side but so good.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Lipstick: Aleida lip A (012)
Hair: W&Y No. 137

Sweater: The Secret Store Kimono sweater (bamboo)
Skirt: The Secret Store pencil skirt (bamboo)
Shoes: R2 Koaniani elua (yellow)
Purse: Indyra Originals Indy & Co Marina tote (yellow)

Earrings: NHA earrings Amy (gift)
Sunglasses: HOC Industries Ladies sunglass 01

Poses: Water Sapphire Poses

The Essence of Iron

Dear Diary:

This week I'm ranking iron:

1. Iron is such a vital component in our blood and, a deficiency of it is the world's most common cause of anemia.

2. Iron is the cheapest and one of the most abundant of all metals, obtained from earth's minerals.

3. Iron, as a colour, is described as "lustrous metallic with a grayish tinge.

And of course, ranking at the bottom of my list -

499. Iron is something I should be doing to the basket of clothes I have in my laundry room.

Good Night for now.
I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Lipstick: Aleida lipstick C-002 (gift)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eye makeup: Mozz Cosmetics Glittery smokey eye (silver)
Eyelashes: Mozz Lashes version 2 (06)
Hair: Wasabi Pills Amandine Mesh

Dress: DCNY Wool mini dress (warm grey)
Leggings: En Svale leggings (border)
Boots: GOS DARE booties (platinum)
Purse: Septem Essentia colour change bag

Earrings: Mood Fumo earrings
Necklace: MG Twin Hearts necklace (mesh) (silver) (SL Marketplace)

Poses: Props n' Poses

Brainy Coral

Dear Diary:

When I was thinking what to write for coral, I decided to do a search to see what words of wisdom I could add but since nothing seemed to be coming into my brain, I typed "brain" and I hit the jack pot!!  I found "brain coral"!!  This is a coral, a living colony of polyps that form a unit that really looks like our brain.  At night the tentacles reach out to catch food and in the day, the tentacles wrap themselves over the surface for protection.  I really think brain coral works more efficiently than brain Dreamer.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Lipstick: LeLutka Lola lipstick (orange)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair: Pomme d'Amour ballet hair
Nails: Love Soul nail colour (copper

Dress: The Secret Store Danae dress (coral
Sweater: Miseria Ash cardigan (brown)
Scarf: GF knit muffler (tinted) (gift)
Leggings: Emery leggings Reptilla (mink)
Shoes: Revelation Charlene (coral)
Hat: Shi cloche hat
Briefcase: The Secret Store Girly Briefcase (coral)

Necklace: Glow Studio Time Goes By (TDR Blue 13)

Poses: Diesel Works

I like to Flip the Advent Calendar

Dear Diary:

I'm not much on the hunts that go on in my other world.  And it's not that I don't like to participate but I just don't have the patience or the perceptiveness to be searching for hours for a tiny package that's hidden in the rafters.  One thing I like to do, is fly to a few select stores and flip the appropriate day on the Advent Calendar.  Maybe it's because in my first world home, I have two Advent Calendars - one that shows the remaining days til Christmas and the other does the reverse, counting down by the date.  That way, when I panic seeing how many days left, I can calm down by looking at the other showing the actual date.  I know, I know...how intellectually deficient can I be.

I've found some great things when I open those decorated boxes each day,

and many thanks to the stores who provide me with these gifts.

I have a few more weeks to go and my closet is gradually getting full to the "can't close the door" stage.  I'll show you a few more soon.

Good Night for now.

The clothing and accesories are from 2 stores participating in the Advent Calendar adventure, LaRosa and 22769.

From LaRosa:
Beanie (boys)
Purse, with plush Santa in back
Mittens
Jeans
Tokyo boots
Nails (with French manicure)
Bracelets

From 22769:
Red jingle shirt
Red muffler

Buying Presents can Boggle your Mind

Dear Diary:

Last night I decided to hit the mall and start to pick up a few presents for family and friends.  I love to shop - for myself of course - but when it comes to picking out for others, it sometimes gives me a major headache. 

I always agonize over the people who are difficult to buy for.  There's the guy who only likes button-down, 100% cotton shirts; the teen who only wants brand name clothing; and, of course the person who doesn't like anything you buy.  I try to get those people out of the way first but it doesn't always work that way.  Sometimes I just have NO idea of what to get.  I imagine a gift certificate would work but somehow, to me, a wrapped up piece of plastic just doesn't seem to portray the Christmas gift!

Oh well...I've just begun my struggles.  Maybe I'll get a flash of brilliance tomorrow.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Lipstick: LeLutka Lola lipstick (dark red)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eye Shadow: Mozz Cosmetics Glittery smokey eye (gold)
Eye Lashes: Mozz lashes Version 2 (09)
Hair (with hat): Truth Snow Kitty (gift)

Sweater: iBizarre Argyle jumper (sisal)
Pants: LeLutka wool pants (gray)
Coat: Molichino Blake jacket (navy blue)
Purse: Miel msg bag (gift)
Boots: Decoy Jully boot (cocoa) (under construction)
Shopping bags: (unknown)

Pose: Juicy Shopping Girl

Location: Liberty City shopping mall

Amazing Apricot

Dear Diary:

I didn't know that apricots have to be picked when ripe and eaten fairly soon after that or they go bad. 

I didn't know you couldn't store them unless they were dried.

I didn't know that the Italian liqueur, Amaretto, gets its flavour from the kernel of the apricot and not almonds.  Go figure!

I'm just learning so much.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:

Skin: LeLutka Friday skin (sun tan) (Rocking Friday)

Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)

Eyelashes: Mozz Cosmetics eyelashes

Hair: Tomoto t.humanoide OKAPPA

Cami: Lisa L summer top (coral)

Shorts: Lisa L summer shorts (coral)

Sandals: Aoharu flat gladiator sandals (gold)

Hat: Gos Shoes floppy hat with scarf

Bag: Je suis insouciant bag brown (shade 1)

Earrings: Baubles Moon earrings (copper) (no longer available)

Poses: aDorkable poses (frisky)

I Love Lemon

Dear Diary:

European Renaissance women often rubbed lemon juice on their lips to redden them.  Tried it.

The juice was also thought to whiten the skin.  Are you kidding???  I worked really hard to get this tan!!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Friday skin (suntan) (Rocking Friday)
Lipstick: LeLutka Lola (German Red)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: Glow Studio Hollywood Lashes (Greta Garbo)
Hair: Sugarsmack Shelly (store not open yet) (Hair Fair 2011)
Nails: Love Soul Nail colour (orange)

Tank: SWA Ruched cami Wild Cheetah
Capris: Mimikri Anouk capris (lemon)
Flip flops: Maitreya gold flip-flops (lemon)
Purse: Indyra Originals Indy & Co. Marina tote (yellow)
Sunglasses: Dark Mouse Cateye glasses - Marilyn

Earrings: Je Suis precieuse ear hoops (tinted brown and yellow)
Bracelet: Uzuri Furaha bangle


Poses: doremi; in handbag

It's SO Pinky

Dear Diary:

Pink is not my favourite colour by any means but I did find it in my closet.  Wonder how it got there?

So I wondered what I could write about pink when I'm not crazy about it.  I thought...and I thought.  I do like pink roses.  My aunt likes to drink a Pink Lady now and then.  Pigs are kind of cute.  Well, I guess that's about it.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Lipstick: LeLutka Lola pale
Eyeshadow: Mozz Cosmetics winged eye with lashes (pink / green)
Hair: W&Y Hair #154
Nails: PXL Manicure Pink #8

Blouse: Latte polka dot tulle tunic (pink) (group gift)
Skirt: JANE a little lace skirt (blush) (free in store)
Boots and purse: Indyra Originals Chasseu boots and fab boho (pink) (50L Friday)

Earrings: MOOD parade pearl earrings (pink)
Bracelet: Zaara Indra painted stacked bracelets

Poses: Exposeur (little hearts)

Mathilde Vhargon, Digital Artist

Dear Diary:

Last September, I was lucky enough to be invited to an incredible art display by Mathilde Vhargon and this year, I was honoured to be invited again to her newest exhibit.

Being rather new to the art scene has not intimidated Mathilde at all.  Her exhibit is a bold expression of her talent.  When you walk in the door at Gallery Four, you are immediately surrounded by bright happy colours, ethereal and mystical illustrations.

The colours in most paintings are vibrant but are not overpowering. 

While some are abstract in nature, there are two paintings that depict landscapes.

There are none of her sculptures or photographs in this exhibition but it's obvious her designs have taken a lot of time and care to produce.  Each painting demonstrates her eye for detail.

I suggest you visit Gallery Four between now and May 15th to see Mathilde's exhibit.  You can also see more of her work at Two Shores Gallery.  It's an exciting show and it amazes me of all the talent we have in this world.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair with hat: W&Y hair #160 (lucky board)
Nails: Je Suis...Naive nails No. 001 (blues)

Dress: Myself sita sweater dress (baby blue)
Jacket: Storin Patricia jacket (black)
Shoes: Maitreya slinky stilettos (black leather)
Purse: Septem Essentia Croco Kelly-type bag (black)

Earrings: Caroline's Jewelry Large hoop earrings (silver) (gift)

Pose: Poseur (hand bag)

What happened to the sun?

Dear Diary:

Remember I was telling you that I wanted the snow to go away?  Well, it snowed AGAIN!  And the weather turned colder AGAIN!  I'm going a little stir crazy.  I decided I better visit some place that had warm weather, sun and lots of flowers.  I put on a flowery dress, discarded my parka, put on sandals and dug out my summer purse. I picked the SLBotanical Gardens to visit.

When I first walked in the entrance, I found a shady forested area that had a shrub for a chair. 

Click for large view

I sat there for a bit watching the water spurt from the water fountain and couldn't resist dipping in my hand. 

Click for large view

 I sat under an apple tree covered with red apples.

Click for large view

I finally thought I'd better continue since I still had a lot to see. I couldn't resist standing under the Dogwood surrounded by perfect blossoms.

Click for larger view

When I finally reached the meditation centre at the top, I was ready to sit in the quietness and rid my mind of the cold and wet and negative thoughts about the weather.

What a great way to recharge myself!

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair: Oh Hair Oh my Ramen

Dress: Emery dress coral (for TDRB)
Shoes: SLink spike heel stilettos (taupe)
Purse: OC rattan summer purse
Glasses: Oddities Gallery MKN Beat glasses

Earrings: NHA! Yuma earrings (group gift)

Poses: Poseur (handbag)

Location: The SLBotanical Gardens

It's a Red Heart Day

Dear Diary:

My Grandmother had a Billie Holiday record that she often played and I thought of it when I was doing this picture.

"A smile on my face
A song on my lips
Pretending is all I do
I'm painting the town red
To hide a heart that's blue

I stay with the crowd
I play with the crowd
But oh, if they only knew
I'm painting the town red
To hide a heart that's blue

Must I go on carrin' on?
My merry song is just pretend
Loving you so, wanting you so
Where will it end, how will it end?

A smile on my face
A song on my lips
But never forgetting you
I'm painting the town red
To hide a heart that's blue"
  (I'm Painting the Town Red by Billie Holiday)
 
Maybe that's an appropriate song for Valentine's Day too.  Who knows?

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Mila / HUSH
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: LeLutka Seductress volume lashes
Hair: Truth Hair Pepper
Nails: SN Shiny Red Nails

Jacket: Awram-Viie kimono shuiro (red)
Cami: Sapphire Ambrosia (top only) (red)
Leggings: Milk Motion my cut-out leggings (red)
Shoes: Vignette Betty dots (red) (free)

Earrings: G Field Heart earrings (red) (free from Sweet Heart Hunt)
Bracelet: Saga Jewelry silver/red bracelet
Purse: G Field Heart bag (red) (free from Sweet Heart Hunt)

Poses: Olive Juice (Look Book group)

I Need to get the Shopping Finished

Dear Diary:

The days just seem to be flying by.  After I sat by the fire the other night, I decided to persevere and get the rest of the presents bought and wrapped.  And...oh yes...I absolutely HAD to pick up some things for me for the holiday season.


The snow let up a bit so I went out to my favourite shopping district in Liberty.  I shop at a lot of the stores there [Baiastice, Modern Gypsy, Morantique] so being all central, I could just walk from store to store and "ka-ching" with the plastic.

I parked the car and was off and running into the closest place.  The cold and snow didn't even bother me.  It's the excitement of the buy that gets the adrenalin running!

Obviously the snow plough had been over the roads a few times and had managed to push drifts on the sidewalk.  But did that stop me?  Oh no!!!  I just climbed right over.

I must admit I'm glad I braved the weather.  I picked up things to finish - hmmmm - almost finish - my Christmas gift buying. And things to supplement my Christmas wardrobe. 


Good Night for now.


P.S.  I had not participated in Luna Jubilee's 52 weeks of colour since November, thinking I would get Christmas finished but surprise surprise!  This week I managed to fit it in with my coat and shopping bag.  A bonus week for sure.  {By the way, it's yellow!}


I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Ava (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair: LeLutka Seth


Coat: Lika Ruby coat (yellow)
Hat: GF Rose beret hat
Boots: GF long Fur cuff boots (white)
Purse: Chuculet Maya bag (black)
Gloves: Cover Girl fur gloves (white)


Earrings: Mood Isla holiday earrings (Happy Holidays Hunt)

Location: Liberty Shopping Mall


Poses: Diesel Works Happy Holidays (Happy Holidays Hunt)

One Jacket....Two Looks

Dear Diary:

Last weekend I flew to Chicago.  Of course, going through the airport can be a pain in the butt so I just wanted to take carry-on luggage.  That meant...hmmm...make-up, hair stuff, shoes...and oh yeah...room for a few clothes.  I knew we'd be going out so I wanted to take a jacket that could serve many purposes.  My houndstooth jacket fit the description perfectly.

My friend Chloe just got a new apartment with a great view of the Chicago skyline so when she picked me up from the airport, we went directly to her apartment.  It was AWESOME!!  And I still looked put together from the long flight.

I didn't even change or unpack.  We went straight to the stores to shop for some new furniture for her...and a little trinket or two for ME!

That night we went to a great supper club and then dancing after.  My houndstooth jacket covered both casual and dressy occasions quite well. It was warm and cozy and fit right in with all the up-to-date fashions.  It felt good to know that I could mix it with the Chicago crowd.

It was a great weekend so I'm planning on going back soon.

Good Night for now.

I'm wearing:
Picture 1:
Skin: LeLutka Estelle
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair: W&Y #41

Sweater: Beetle Bones red marshmallow sweater
Pants: CoCo shiny leggings
Jacket: SAS Houndstooth coat
Scarf: Royal Blue Winter is coming scarf (milk)
Gloves: Cover Girl gloves (black)
Purse: Chucelet Maya bag (black)
Boots: PM Rea suede boots (gray)

Earrings: Caroline's Jewelry Large Hoop earrings (silver)
Glasses: MKN Beat glasses

Picture 2:
Skin: LeLutka Estelle
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Hair: Fri. Tatum
Nails: SN Shiny red nails

Dress: Modern Gypsy Little Black dress (free gift)
Shoes: Maitreya Slinky Stilettos (black leather)
Jacket: SAS Houndstooth coat

Earrings: Glow Studio No round earrings
Necklace: Epoque [mpb] Vanity

The Animal in Me

Leopard boots with zipper up the back

Dear Diary:
I must admit I LOVE animal prints!  And this world seems to have some of the best this season.  These are in my closet at the moment (along with a lot more) and it's hard to choose what to show you here.  But I think I've made some good decisions.

Zebra Stillettos

 I love the giraffe-patterned dress by Fume

Dark Mouse has 4 handbags in a pack, all of them animal prints.

Tiger Carry All Bag

These woolen Zebra leggings are so comfortable, especially paired with a cozy turtleneck sweater.  Keeps me warm even in rainy weather.

Of course, one needs jewelry to complete an outfit.

Zebra bangles

Cheetah bracelets

Animal prints are sexy and add a "POW" to any outfit. And right now, they're very trendy.

Good Night for now.

Shoes:
Picture 1: LMK Zipped Suede Low Boots (leopard natural)
Picture 2: B! Shoes CDS301 (zebra)
Poses: !Bang (It's all about the shoes)


Purse: Dark Mouse Carry all bag (Tiger)


Bracelets:
Picture 1: Kraftika No 304 (black & zebra)
Picture 2: C&D Go wild bracelets (cheetah)


I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Lola (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: Glow Studio Innocent Lashes


Picture 1: 
Hair: LeLutka Pony up (from Estelle skin pack)
Nails: SN Shiny nails (bronze)
Dress: Fume Giraffe dress
Earrings, choker, bracelet: Calamity Hathaway Creations Tiger Symbol
Bracelets: Ticky Tacky Umoja bangles (Botswana)


Picture 2:
Hair: LeLutka RUSH (group gift)
Nails: Candy Naill Basic nails Red 02
Sweater: COCO Turtleneck sweater (black) (group gift)
Leggings: *TWhore* Wool leggings (zebra)
Earrings, necklace: [Mandala] Kagetora (white)
Poses: Exposeur (Movement)


Location: San Francisco Zoo

"Beautiful Remedies" - a superb art exhibit

Dear Diary:

Last weekend I went to an art exhibit by Mathilde Vhargon, a very creative person in both worlds.  

Her exhibit is being showcased at Dante's Vault, a spectacular setting.  As soon as you walk in the door your senses are immediately heightened by the colours around you.

Mathilde's digital art contains colours that meld together, but pop with surprise, yet it all fits into any decor. 

 

The photographs she's taken of nude figures are exciting, ethereal and tastefully done.

Her sculptures on the second floor and in the courtyard, are amazing.  This sculpture, called "Volution X3", is one of my favourites.

Mathilde's exhibition at Dante's Vault, will be there until October 10th and I hope everyone goes by to see her work and to meet Mathilde as she's often present.  If you don't get a chance to drop in before the 10th, you can see other creative offerings at her gallery, Two Shores Gallery.  It was an inspiring day for me.  I truly admire the talent that Mathilde has since I'm a person who can't draw a straight line.


Good Night for now.


I'm wearing:
Skin: LeLutka Friday (light)
Eyes: Miriel Hazel (no longer available)
Eyelashes: FTL 502 Kirei AND Glow Studio Hollywood lashes (Greta Garbo)
Hair: The Strand Sammi (with hat) (Hair Fair 2010)


Coat: Uzuri Trench coat (Choco)
Boots: [Decoy] Jully Boots (cocoa)


Earrings: [Baubles] Moon earrings (copper)
Purse: Dark Mouse carry all (giraffe)


Poses: Poseur (mainstore) (for handbags)


Location: Dante's Vault