September 1, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
Well, here it is folks, the day a LOT of people have been waiting for, the release of the Amaretto Breedable Horses, and avatars are here in droves.
Any minute now the Amaretto Horses will be unleashed upon the grid..and it’s definitely having an impact upon the bunnies, whether we like it or not. A female avatar, who shall remain nameless, has just said in earshot of me that she has disposed of all her bunnies ( “I sold 99%, bunny-buried the rest, I have 17000 points now”) When questioned further she said she’d had enough of the shit, presumably she means recent multiple update scenarios. From my research I can alas confirm that she isn’t the only one to feel that way, many people have tired of the updates and feel that Ozimals haven’t accommodated the bunny market in an appropriate manner. Ozimals are addressing issues however; but is it too little too late?
Only time will tell I guess, but for now everyon’s focus remains fixed upon Equine pursuits.
As I stand here waiting for the release of the horses there are a LOT of impatient avatars around me for sure…
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September 1, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
Emerald, once the shiny, dazzling viewer of choice by so many has had it’s eternally green glow dulled permanently by news that the plug has been pulled upon the project.
To be honest, alarm bells started ringing last week when Linden Labs announced that it was removing Emerald from its list of accredited viewers; however I personally didn’t see a total end to Emerald looming on the horizon at all. I mean, why would I? If it wasn’t for Emerald Second Life would have been without a vast number of residents; it made the Second Life experience so much better for so many people that Linden Lab must have been sorely fiucked off with the way it pissed over their own viewer.
I mean, look at the things it could do…Not least of all..it made your boobies bounce. AWESOME.
In all seriousness, the demise of the Emerald viewer is a sad day in Second Life history, BUT it’s an opportunity for other teams of developers to work together and create the kind of viewer the rich Second Life environment so desperatley needs, and truly deserves. Because of course, Phil back or not, Linden Labs sure as hell aren’t going to do it. I mean, what is the biggest innovation they’ve come up with in recent weeks? Erm, a new way of titling your avatar? HELLOO?!!! FFS like THAT’S a priority!
Of course, you could be pardoned for thinking that this is an opportunity that Linden Labs should relish, after all the King is dead..long live the King and all that, but nah..don’t hold your breath.
Linden Lab can’t come close to Emerald’s glory yet, and a LOT of people blame LL for Emerald’s demise. Heck, people are cancelling premium accounts in protest..I wonder if the lab can remember what positive feedback feels like? They haven’t had any for years is how it feels….
Until then, let’s remember Emerald with a tear in our eye, a lump in our throat and tick the box for another missed opportunity for Second Life’s greatness. Sigh.
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August 29, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
‘Spruce Up Your Space’ this weekend is TO DIE FOR; featuring fabulosa dining furnishings and edibles of all kinds. Belle Belle, Alchemy’s Attic and Second Spaces amongst others have provided some superb Dining themed items, but my award for classy entertaining goes to Agent Orange for the ‘Barbera Cheese and Wine Party’ ensemble, seen here.Beautiful textures, shading and shaping which is what you’re expect from Agent Orange really..
Touch for a glass of wine, which is wearable and looks VERY natural, as do the stool seating positions ..it’s uber classy dining indeed. In fact NOT ONE of this weeks ‘Spruce up your space’ offerings is a duffer! Click here to see them all on Flickr. Warning, you’ll spend LOTS and feel very hungry too!
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August 28, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
It may well be pouring it down outside, but at least the sun always shines in Second Life! This Bank Holiday sees the inaugural street race at Westminster. Brought to you by the same team behind the fondly remembered ‘The Three Lions’ ( That’ll be Phill Plasma and Kai Sachertorte then, remember what a hoot 3L was?) and the fun has already begun with street racing, competitions, DJ’s and live music scheduled throughout the weekend! Entry into the races is free to all, mini hot rods will be provided and there will be extra prizes for best racing attire. ‘The Green Man’ and ‘The A List’ will be open as usual as well as the many quality stores around Westminster; and there will be a BBQ in the square culminating in an epic fireworks display on both nights! Come along and join in the fun, you may well find that you have just discovered your new favourite Second Life haunt…
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August 27, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
So, what are you up to later on? Not much? Well how do you fancy a fabulous party?
SecondLife’s oldest and longest running club, Club Republik would like to invite you to celebrate the NOH8 Campaign for 2010 with a 4 hour party on the NuRepublik sim…
Republik has a long history of being totally anti-discriminatory and the owners were all part of the 2009 NOH8 SL photographic campaign, with both Amanda Shinji and Sable Sunset participating again in this year’s photoshoot, so Republik thought it’d be nice to give something back to all the organisers, participants and anyone else who wants to get down and party. Cool huh?
The DJ for the event will be Republik’s own Miss Cyberpink (Amanda Shinji), one of SL’s top DJs having spun live at SecondPride every year since it’s inception in 2007, BurningLife, SL7B and other high profile events. She’ll be spinning 4 hours of full on dance music ranging from electro to trance, all mixed live and direct for your listening pleasure.
As with the NOH8 campaign, they’re giving the party a theme, so as the name ‘Whiteout’ suggests, the dress code is indeed white.
Whilst not total prudes at Republik, they do respectfully ask you not to go totally nude, so topless is fine for all sexes, but please wear trunks, thongs or panties at least 
Friday August 27th, 3-7PM SL…be there or be VERY boring instead! Click HERE for your taxi!
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August 25, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
I love watching people building in Sandboxes, look what I spotted in the sandbox outside my store! Isn’t it fabulous? The creator is a chap called Chirico Clip, and this just one of a number of warriors that I have watched him work upon while I wait for two nests to hatch. Sandbox’s are just the best places to hang out and observe..
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August 23, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
So, it all started with two. Just two bunnies..and now I have…75!!!
I NEVER imagined I would accumulate or breed so many of these virtual pets, or pests depending upon the mood that I’m in. They are tons of fun though, but if i thought by getting into the bunny business I’d be avoiding the drama that the virtual fashionista circle cultivates then I was very, very wrong. Believe it or not, bunny drama is a million times worse, more frequent and ten times more annoying, so if you’re a drama-whore you’d better get some bunnies quick!
So what news from Kitty’s neck of the bunny woods? Well, a few great things. The Blessed Bunnies mainstore is doing well, and Blessed Bunny Dreams Auction House, although slow to start, is establishing a regular and enthusiastic crowd. I’m pleased to say that in three auctions, featuring a total of 32 bunnies/nests thus far I’ve only failed to sell…TWO.
Each item that I have sold has gone for asking price, and in some cases much higher, so I’m chuffed with that, and I’ve had fabulous feedback too! If you’re interested in selling your bunnies/nests at our auction feel free to drop me an IM. (Obviously I’m breeding bunnies and cultivating LOTS of great nests, including new shades, and it’s difficult to part with them-but needs must so if you’re at all inclined please message me or visit my store to see what offers there are currently available..)
I have quite a few retired shades and I tend to specialise in gem eyes. I’ll be adding some more stock later as it appears the hoppers have been at it all weekend..ahem!
Finally, Xstreet is now featuring the link to the new marketplace on it’s front page, and I’m delighted to say that my hutches look rather fabbo via the new page display! I still have some furniture to add actually, I’ll let you know when that’s done via this blog. I can’t believe how hopping mad these bunnies have made me…god knows what will happen when the horses finally appear!! Must..resist…
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August 17, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
PIXEL DOLLS is one of those brands/stores that are synonymous with quality Second Life fashion.
It feels like they’ve been around forever; happy to be away from the spotlight yet still remaining at the very heart of virtual fashion.
They’ve just released a series of rather lovely tops, retailing at just L$99 each. They’re called ‘Flutter tops’, I guess owing to the gorgeous lacy sleeves, and they have unusual cut-away shaping on the shoulder area. Because of the cutaway shape of the sleeve there are some minor edging issues, but they don’t actually detract from the overall quality of the top. It’s beautifully colored, shaded and creased which is just what you’d expect from Pixel Dolls, and as you can see it’s easy to dress down or dress up as you wish. Versatile and rather lovely.
Pixel Dolls Flutter Sleeve top in ‘Cammo’ (Raspberry) L$99
Each package includes all layer options plus flexy prim sleeves.
M/C/NT
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August 17, 2010 by Kitty O'Toole
Spending some quality time with my hoppers…no, you really don’t want to know how many I have now!
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