Tired of Shopping

Okay, I never thought I would say this, but after over one and a half years in SL, I am finally tired of shopping

Although on my last expedition, I found this gorgeous house, but it doesn't have enough window space for me for the views. There is a 1 prim wall that I can unlink...I want to try to add on, add windows. Also, add on porches/railings, archways, etc to the exterior.

My questions is where do I go? What is your best advice as to where I should start to learn these things...jeez, I feel like a noob, well I guess I am in the building department And advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Ashe

I'd recommend any of the great building classes around, through NCI or Lindal's place... or any of the others. I took a building class and it really helped me get through the basics.

Or you can pick up a freebie house (there's lots out there) and just pick it apart. That's almost more fun.

*hugs* it is only temporary and will return in time. Don't cash out your Lindens, just save them for when the dam breaks.

If you prefer something a bit more self-paced The Ivory Tower of Primatives is fantastic and been around for years teaching building to non builders.

And when you get totally stumped by some silly little detail then the denizens of the Building Tips forum should be able to set you on the right track.

I'm sorry this happened to you.

Ivory Tower of Primitives in Natoma! They have self paced tutorials you can go back to over and over. Many of us learned to build there over the years. It's been around since 2003.

Ashe, I empathize completely.

I too, have been somewhat bored with the shopping. I've been thinking about clothing design however, my current computer (a laptop) isn't able to handle the graphics to accomplish this. I need to purchase PC, however, this isn't exactly a high priority at the moment for various personal reasons. Maybe, might be able to do it in a couple of months, but not right now.

So, lately I've got this sense of ennui about SL and find myself not logging in as much, or kind of wandering around not quite knowing what to do. Just bought a new home and redecorated. That kept me busy for about a week.

/me sighs.

I don't get tired of shopping per se, as that is how I explore the grid. But I am a bit tired of buying as I have all I need and then some, and nothing wears out. While my log in time has greatly decrreased for RL reasons, my spending when I am inworld is very sporadic. I did go an a mini spree the other day and managed to drop around 5K on stuff, but that was my first purchases in about a month. On one hand the 2 or 3 hours a week I'm inworld mean I don't really login and just idly sit around, but my contributions to the SL economy have fallen off sharply.

The Ivory Tower is a good place to see what you can do to a prim.

NCI has very good building classes as well.

I've been fighting with building my first house for far too long now. I tore apart freebie houses, houses I've bought that are copy/mod, and even clicked on buildings out in the world I've liked. Just to see the wireframe of how the prims were fit together.

And!...there's nothing like getting a few basics down, and plopping down somewhere to just fiddle with the prims.

I think I will not getting tired of shopping either... after all I am doing it already since 2005 (and then we are talking SL only ^^).

Mostly I am shopping when I am exploring sims and every now and then you walk into a great shop....

More fun shopping is it when need something special... then the hunt is on... search, friends, groups.... all means are allowed .

Morwen.

You know, I think you hit the nail on the head. It's the actually purchasing which is the issue. I have so much, and I know there are things I haven't worn yet languishing in my inventory. The other day for G's party, I found a gorgeous gown I'd never put on before. Why not? Because there is just too much stuff in there.

I find new stores which I love but can't bring myself to make a purchase. Found one the other day, "The Black Canary". LOVE their clothing, sexy victorian/gothic, very severe looking. But, kept thinking I had all this Silent Sparrow stuff I hadn't worn yet, which was *sort* of similar, but not quite.

Maybe what I just need to do is spend a day trying on everything and tossing anything which does not suit me anymore. I'm sure that will spark some interesting in actual buying again lol.

@ Oryx & Jerboa - Thanks for the idea Oryx, I just came back from trying that out...I always have been a hands-on person rather than a book learner Jerboa, I understand what you're saying, will check into some classes also. I have to say, it is a great feeling to accomplish something new, lol.

Brianna, I'm not cashing in my L's yet, besides, I really still do have to shop again, but this time for textures, windows, etc... )

Ashe

Thanks Ingrid & Darkness for your suggestions of the Ivory Tower, will be sure to go and check it out.

Jesse - That's where I will head to at the first sign of trouble

Brenda - LOL

Ashe

Elora, Yes, I totally agree with what you are saying. I think that's why I change my house every month, for something to do to take up the time

Ashe

I can't even imagine how much I have spent over the last year+
I can't wear all that I have now

Ashe

Morwen, lol, I agree with the shopping for something special

Ashe

Math that I absolutely *refuse* to do. My husband was taking a 5,000L a week "allowance", not to mention whatever I spend (typically NOT 5,000L a week though!)

Hubby has decided to pretty much leave the game though, so I hope to see that drop significantly

As for help with learning to build...IM me when I am in world, and I will come over and help you, explaining as we go.

Some people like to shop, I like to help...it's what I do.

Sainted Bovines! 5k a week!! Jiminny Cricket- come shop at my place!!

Ashe- building is a great cure for the blahs... just toss a few out and start playing with them- the Ivory Tower is a great place to learn My self- this weekend I decided i needed to try hair... i made a furry caterpillar

Me too, Ashe. If Lee is busy, give me a call. I love to toss primz around...sometimes they even come down in a shape resembling an actual object.

Ummm, I wonder what a caterpillar hair piece might look like? I'm thinking very Alice In Wonderland Amara

Well, in addition to his shopping, he tipped generously too

And I only spend that kind of money if I'm furniture/house/stock for the stores shopping, which I've done more than enough of. Like I said, I hope to see that go down significantly!

I will let you know once complete- it is a challange!!