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Literary Kitty

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This isn’t an unfamiliar sight at my place. Curled up with a book while my cat cuddles me. The only difference is that’s a Kindle instead of an actual book, but that’s a minor point.

The theme for the September round of The Liaison Collaborative is “Literary-ly”. There are loads of reading-inspired items available. Some, like the pose set from Le Poppycock are more literal, while others, such as my gown, earrings and rings are inspired more figuratively. All are delightful; all are divine.

I have to say, though, that my favourite item from this round is the Rose LeLutka Applier from *Birth*. I know I said just a few days ago that I had found my new look, but then I tried on this skin. New. Instant. Fave.

I have long been a fan of *Birth*, and this new release is a classic example of why. Beautiful texturing and tone, great lip, eyeliner and makeup options, and just so lovely. I think I’m as pretty as a picture in this skin.

I’m perfectly poised in it, just like my literary kitty.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:

*Chemise: -Narcise- Anais Chemise by Narcisse (available at The Liaison Collaborative through September 30)
*Earrings: ERSCH – La Poesie Gacha Earrings 1 by AkaneRini (available at The Liaison Collaborative through September 30)
*Rings: On A Lark *OAL* Thistle Rings by Discovering Destiny (available at The Liaison Collaborative through September 30)
Hair: *ARGRACE* MEGUMU by rika Oyen
Mesh head: .LeLutka.Head.May 3.0 by JadenArt
*Mesh head appier (including lipstick, eyeliner & eyeshadow): *Birth* Lelutka Hud – Rose Applier – Tone 03 by Silent Alchemi (available at The Liaison Collaborative through September 30)
*Mesh body applier: *Birth* 3rd Gen Maitreya Body Skin Applier – 03. Tone v1.0 by Silent Alchemi
Eyes applier: Avi-Glam AG. Vivid Eyes – Lelutka Applier – Daylight by Kendra Parfort

*Kitty/pillow/book/pose: Le Poppycock *Book Lovers* Tell Me a Story – from Book Lovers Set 1 by Olivia Lelonde (available at The Liaison Collaborative through September 30)

You Had Me At Coconut Cream

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I used to bake a lot of pies. I have a crummy oven now, so I rarely make them any more, but I always loved making my own pie crust, then filling it with something yummy. Toasted coconut flakes atop a pale vanilla custard, brimming with more of those delicious morsels – no meringue – in a buttery, flaky pastry shell. I can taste it now, if I close my eyes and shut my mouth (to prevent drooling down my chin).

I was so excited to see the latest release from {what next} for Collabor88. The “Patisserie” Kitchen Decor set is a baker’s delight. As usual, each item comes with texture-change options and unbelievably, each one weighs in at only one Land Impact each. I remember the days when a single table setting gobbled up 20 or more prims. With this set you can get your bake on with the full set for a grand total of only five LI!

If you need a place to display all of these goodies, head over to the Kuro main store for this pretty and practical kitchen. The timing couldn’t be better.

I may just whip up a batch of pie crust later. Writing about coconut cream pie is causing my tummy to growl. More likely, though, I’ll just see how well my memories satisfy my craving…then head to the bakery for a second-rate version I can critique with the hauteur of true Baking Queen.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:
*From {what next} by Winter Thorn:
{what next} Patisserie Kitchen Decor (available singly or in a fatpack at Collabor88 September 2017)
{what next} ‘Patisserie’ Kitchen Mixer
{what next} ‘Patisserie’ Bowls Decor
{what next} ‘Patisserie’ Kitchen Utensils
{what next} ‘Patisserie’ Dish Drainer
{what next} ‘Patisserie’ Bake Decor

{what next} Country Kitchen Cookbook

*From Kuro by Luana Dawg (new releases at the main store):
Kuro – Blue kitchen island
Kuro – Blue kitchen cabinets
Kuro – Lighted shelves
Kuro – Rustic stool
Kuro – Mesh divider (decorated white)

From MadPea by Electronic Mode (from the GOFBB gacha):
MadPea GOFBB Measuring Spoons
MadPea GOFBB Cooking Pan
MadPea GOFBB Tin of Brown Sugar
MadPea GOFBB Tin of Icing Sugar
MadPea GOFBB Tin of Baking Powder
MadPea GOFBB Milk Jug

Tres Blah -tb- Kitchen Basics – Baking RARE by Julliette Westerburg (gacha prize)
[ keke ] simple kitchen clutter . bowls by Kean Kelly
[Krescendo] Kitchen Creed Frames – 9 (w) by KrescendoStore (gacha prize)
Scarlet Creative Carnaval 2 by Charlotte Bartlett (previous Luxe Box release)

In The Garden Of The Imaginarium

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Books, birds and bell jars. Combined you have the beginnings of your own imaginarium. Plant them in a garden and they will thrive and grow.

The bell jar from [ keke ] is stunning and available this weekend at the main store for only 50L. Crafted with love and care by Kean Kelly, it will allow you to begin your garden.

From The Liaison Collaborative you will find plenty of “Literary-ly” themed trinkets and treasures, including the Imaginarium from 22769, the Paradise Lost statue from ~ by Nacht ~ and delightful gachas from [Black Tulip] and Serenity Style. For resting and reading and just looking adorable, you will find the Library pose set from [evoLove].

Surrounded by foraging doves, bountiful grasses and flowers with fall bursting in the distance, you have all the tools to create the perfect Garden of the Imaginarium.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:
Top: Tres Blah – Passport Sweater (Lara) – Blush by Julliette Westerburg (available at Collabor88 September 2017)
Skirt: Tres Blah – Skater Skirt (Lara) – Spot by Julliette Westerburg (available at Collabor88 September 2017)
*Shoes: Mosquito’s Way – Bea for Maitreya by Camilla Limondi (available at The Liaison Collaborative through September 30)
Hat/hair: Exile:: Break the Rules Hat by Kavar Cleanslate (available at Collabor88 September 2017)
Mesh head: .LeLutka.Head.May 3.0 by JadenArt
*Mesh head appier (including lipstick, eyeliner & eyeshadow): *Birth* Lelutka Hud – Rose Applier – Tone 03 by Silent Alchemi (available at The Liaison Collaborative through September 30)
*Mesh body applier: *Birth* 3rd Gen Maitreya Body Skin Applier – 03. Tone v1.0 by Silent Alchemi
Eyes applier: Avi-Glam AG. Vivid Eyes – Lelutka Applier – Daylight by Kendra Parfort

*From [ keke ] by Kean Kelly:
[ keke ] autumn bell jar (50L this weekend only at the main store)
[ keke ] still falling rowan arch
[ keke ] blow me away rowan leaves
[ keke ] still falling rowan leafs groundcover
[ keke ] wild lilies – big – orange
[ keke ] wild allium . white 3 (recoloured)
[ keke ] little diva drawer . dark
[ keke ] waterfall glitter big – gold
[ keke ] Aquilegia 3 . gold

*From The Liaison Collaborative through September 30:
22769 – The Imaginarium by Paco Pooley
[Black Tulip] Reading Set – An Open Book by Auryn Beorn (gacha prize)
*~ by Nacht ~ Paradise Lost by Fox Nacht
Serenity Style– Norah Imagination Chair by Hanstrid Inshan (gacha prize)
[evoLove] – Library by evoloveposes (stool and pose)

[we’re CLOSED] grass field dry by Wendy Xeno
HPMD* Sweet Garden Grass06 – mix(warm colors)*b by Sasaya Kayo
*alirium* ItchyGrass [Brown] by Alir Flow
Studio Skye Enchanted Woods v2 by Alex Bader
{anc} NO LIMITS // flock of doves [choco-brown] by aki69 (gacha prize)