RSOSS: Episode 4 - 'Gossip & Sun-Rays'

YouTube has been graced with the presence of Episode 4 of RSOSS. I can't believe that we're already halfway through season 1!

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If you missed the episode, you can catch up here!

Each week this show grows. The storyline becomes more complex, we meet new people and it just becomes even more captivating. There's a reason why the next episode is always so eagerly awaited, because we're left hooked and wanting more!

In this week's episode we see a change in location, to a world that I know many simmers out there love. This was a clever inclusion and a great move for connect with the simming viewers. I loved how it tied in with the concept of wanting to escape from drama, but is that really possible? A lot of parts of this week's episode were easily relatable to real life in some way. Anyone who has gone through drama within a group of friends or with a relationship will really be able to find links this week! Clever move.

By the looks of the previews for the next episode, there's a lot more to come. I'm really intrigued by the flash of Maria's life that we saw. Straight away an idea of what it could be popped into my head, so I can't wait to see whether I'm right!

This show will provide you with drama, humour, and of course some twists. If you're not already watching, you should definitely join the journey that is The Real Simwives of Starlight Shores, as I know you'll be hooked like so many in this community!

Stay tuned for the next episode on Wednesday September 11th at 6PM (ET).

Follow @RealSimWives on Twitter for all the updates.

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TS3 Cribs: Episode 2 - 'Cribs in July'

On Friday the 23rd of August, the highly anticipated release of Episode 2 for TS3 Cribs arrived onYouTube!

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If you missed the episode, you can catch up here!

In the first episode I commented on how Majik selected two very different homes to showcase. In the second episode, he took this even further by including a houseboat. So far he has showcased 5 different homes, which is enabling him to tap into a wider array of builders from the simming community. Some of these simmers I had never heard of, so this series has been a great opportunity to discover some talent that has been hidden. I'm sure the opportunities for this will continue to roll in as the series carries on.

This is a series for the community. Each builder is being provided with a great opportunity to have their work shown off, aided by the continued use of first person view to conduct the tours. I know I'm not the only viewer who has noted the benefits of the first person view. A series that engages the audience like that is one that I want to keep watching.

Each fortnight a new episode is released, and the next episode is highly anticipated. This is really casting a spotlight across talented builders within the community and I can't wait to see which builders are picked next!

I absolutely adore the concept of this series!

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Catch the next episode on September 6, 2013 at 12PM (EST)!

Simming Away Interview on the Sims Tabloid!

Last week I was featured on Sims Tabloid's website as part of the 'Simmers Summer Week!' This involved an interview all about the The Sims, my site and the future.

You can check out the interview by clicking on the picture below! Thanks for the opportunity Sims Tabloid!

Feature Friday: KatelynGames

Hey Simmers! Welcome to the eighth Feature Friday, where each week I showcase one of my favourite simmers. This is the second of the three weeks that Weealbet and TheSimsBoi assisted with. They nominated a group of simmers and I've made selections from there.

This week's featured simmer is KatelynGames! I wish I had of spoken to her earlier than what I did, as she is incredibly kind and very supportive of not only myself, but many other simmers within the community. She is a very talented builder, which is what her channel is devoted to. Her building skills are amazing. Katelyn is destined for great things with her channel.

She is also currently running auditions for her new project, TS Design Star. I'm really intrigued by this new project and I can't wait to see it.

Here's how the interview went with Katelyn!

YouTube Questions 

1. How long have you had your channel?  

I’ve had my channel since July 5^th, 2013. I’ve followed simmers on my personal account for years though.

2. Out of all your videos, which is your favourite? 

Hmm, I would say my favorite video would have to be 290 Mountain Lane, I made it for a good friend of mine, and I love the house myself! I also have a video coming out soon that may be my new favorite!

3. What (or who) inspired you to a start your channel?  

Hmm, I guess I would have to say Chrill did! I love his houses, and his dedication to building. He’s the one who really inspired me to start making my own videos.

The Sims Questions 

1. What's your favourite EP?  

My favorite expansion would have to be Seasons, I think that it’s the pack that brings the most realism to the game!

2. What's your favourite SP?   

I don’t own any stuff packs, but I’m really thinking on buying the movie stuff pack. It would really help me with a video idea I have.

3. What's your favourite world? 

My favorite world would have to be Sunset Valley! I just love how it looks. I also love Monte Vista, even though I don’t have it!

4. Are you thinking about buying the Sims 4? 

I think I’ll watch a few LP’s before I buy it.  I may get it just to see if the houses look more realistic!

5. How long have you played The Sims? 

I’ve been a simmer for four years now!

You can connect with Katelyn through the following links!

Follow Katelyn on Twitter

Subscribe on YouTube

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Thank you for reading this week's Feature Friday!

Feature Friday: Freezer Bunny

Hey Simmers! Welcome to the seventh Feature Friday, where each week I showcase one of my favourite simmers. This week however, there is a twist! Firstly, this week I'm featuring a blogger for the first time, and this is also the first of the three weeks that Weealbet and TheSimsBoi assisted with. They nominated a group of simmers and I've made selections from there.

From pooling together our suggestions, this week's featured simmer is Freezer Bunny! Hannah is one very talented builder, who has a highly established studio on The Sims 3 site, as well as a great blog dedicated to her amazing creations.

I first found Hannah in this community through twitter, and I have since been blown away by what she has been able to create. With The Sims 4 on its way, I can't wait to see how she uses the new game for more creations.

Hannah participated in the weekly interview, this time with slightly modified questions to suit bloggers, instead of just YouTubers. Check out her answers below!

Blog Questions 

1. How long have you had your blog?  

I have had my blog since the 10th of July so it's just over a month old.

2. Out of all your blog posts, which is your favourite? 

My favourite would have to be either my blog post on Mermaid Cove or Tropical Retreat, which were the first two I wrote.

3. What (or who) inspired you to a start your blog?  

Nothing really inspired me to start a blog, I just wanted to tell people about the details and design of my lots which was difficult to do on twitter. It also provided the opportunity for me to add multiple pictures of the lots which proved to be a huge bonus!

The Sims Questions 

1. What's your favourite EP?  

In The Sims it would have to be Unleashed. With The Sims 2 it was Bon Voyage and Pets. In the Sims 3 it is between Island Paradise, University Life and Pets. I can't choose between them as they are all so good.

2. What's your favourite SP?  

In The Sims 2 it was Teen Style Stuff and Ikea Stuff due to the amazing items that came with the packs. In The Sims 3 it would have to be Diesel Stuff. I almost always end up using the clothing or items that come with that SP. 

3. What's your favourite world? 

My favourite world would have to be Sunlit Tides from The Sims 3 Store. Its gorgeous and has plenty of empty lots to build on.

4. Are you thinking about buying the Sims 4? 

I'm almost certain that I'll get it, I've got every Sims game made to date so I don't think that the Sims 4 will be an exception.

5. How long have you played The Sims? 

I have been a simmer for about 11 years. My dad introduced me to the game back then and I have been a Simmer since.

You can check out Hannah's amazing work through the following links:

Follow Freezer Bunny on Twitter

Check Out Her Blog

Check Out Her Studio

Thank you for reading this week's Feature Friday!

RSOSS: Episode 3 - 'Time For a Getaway'

The Real Simwives of Starlight Shores is now three episodes into the first season. I'm loving the show so far, and I know I'm not alone with this. Through Twitter, YouTube and even chatting to many other simmers in this community, I know that it's a hit. If you're not watching it, you're missing out on one of the best projects in the community currently!

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If you missed Episode 3, you can catch up here.

The episodes in this series are really linking in well together, with each new episode answering the burning questions we were left with after the ones before. This makes the series quite addictive, as you just need to know what happens next! In addition to the story line from episode to episode, I've also noticed quality improvements to each. The quality of work and the effort that goes into this series, which is at outstanding levels, is really clear in the finished product that we get to see each fortnight on YouTube.

In episode 3, the drama has really heated up and I think we will be in for quite an adventure following the simwives for the remainder of the season. After this episode, I have been left pondering where we will be taken on this adventure, and I can't wait to see it.

The audience reaction and involvement with this series has been amazing so far. It is truly awesome to flick through the comments on YouTube and to see everyone discussing who their favourite simwives are. This really just reflects how well this show is engaging the viewers. Even changes to the simwives, including the voice of Britney, has been well received by the audience. All the voice actors behind this series do a wonderful job, and this really takes the show to a whole new level.

Each and every episode is highly anticipated and for good reason. It is yet to disappoint. This series just keeps getting better!

Stay tuned for the next episode on Wednesday August 28th at 12PM (ET).

Follow @RealSimWives on Twitter for all the updates.

Subscribe to RealSimWivesHD on YouTube to never miss an episode.

TS3 Cribs: Episode 1 - 'Art on the Shore'

On Friday the 9th of August at 12PM (EST), the wait was finally over as the first episode of TS3 Cribs launched on YouTube!

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If you missed the episode, you can catch up here!

I was blown away by the preview, so I had high expectations of the first episode. I wasn't disappointed. Majik has gone above and beyond with this episode and has kicked off this series brilliantly. He picked two very different homes to start the series off with, which I think made it interesting. I hope it is a sign on the variety of lots we're going to see throughout this series.

A notable feature of this series was the first person camera point of view. This a really clever way to conduct the tours of each of the houses as it kept it interesting and very engaging for the viewers. The concept of having a host also worked very well and tied in well with the voiceover.

It's clear that Majik has put a lot of hard work into this series. The first episode has just opened the door to a series that we're going to witness growing in front of our eyes. I cannot wait to see where this series is going to take us.

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Follow the Host MajikSim

Catch the next episode on August 23, 2013 at 12PM (EST)!

Two Months

Today marks 2 months since I launched Simming Away! I can't believe how quickly the time has gone, but I just wanted to take this as an opportunity to say thank you. It's a relatively short time compared to other sites, but I've had an absolute blast so far and have had so much happen already that I can't even believe.

I love being a part of this community. It has given me the opportunity to talk to so many awesome people and to discover incredibly talented members of this community. It started off with SimMemories as my first ever Twitter follower, and from there everything has just grown and I couldn't be happier or more thankful for the support I have received.

So far over the 2 months I've been able to launch 2 great partnerships that I'm really excited about. This is of course with The Real Simwives of Starlight Shores and TS3 Cribs (article for the first episode is coming at 12AM AEST). Both of these series are awesome and I am honoured to be partnered with them. Their hosts are incredible and I am super thankful to have had the opportunity to talk to and get to know them.

In addition to the partnerships, I also became a part of the Simmers Connect Blogging Network, with 3 great people.

One of my favourite things has been Feature Friday, which has featured Weealbet, RealSimWivesHD (TheSimsBoi), XSimmerLoveX, MajikSim, JulyKapo and SparklySimmer so far. I promise that I have a line up of more amazing people coming, including the final 3 for August with assistance from Weealbet and TheSimsBoi. Working with them was great and I can't wait for everyone to see the results.

Thank you everyone for the support so far. It has been an amazing ride that I want to keep ongoing! I have a lot up my sleeve for the future.

Feature Friday: SparklySimmer

Hey Simmers! Welcome to the sixth Feature Friday, where each week I showcase my favourite simmers.

SparklySimmer is this week's featured YouTuber! She is an up & coming simmer who currently posts Let's Plays, Create A Sim videos and more on her channel. It has been a pleasure chatting to her so far since launching this site and she has a great presence in this community. Her channel is only a few months old, but the strong basis she has set on her channel so far suggests that she's only going to get even better and continue to do great things, so her channel is one to watch!

As per the tradition of Feature Friday, SparklySimmer completed the weekly interview:

YouTube Questions 

1. How long have you had your channel?  

Since May 20th 2013

2. Out of all your videos, which is your favourite? 

My 4th of July inspired CAS.

3. What (or who) inspired you to a start your channel?  

The Quxxn & Lifesimmer :)

The Sims Questions 

1. What's your favourite EP?  

Island Paradise

2. What's your favourite SP?  

Diesel

3. What's your favourite world? 

Lucky Palms, although I don't own it haha

4. Are you thinking about buying the Sims 4? 

Most definitely YES!! Hands down!!

5. How long have you played The Sims? 

Well I'd always play The Sims and The Sims 2 on my PS2 so for many years now :) I don't know exactly though.

If you're yet to say hello to SparklySimmer or check out her channel, you can through the following links!

Subscribe to SparklySimmer on YouTube

Follow SparklySimmer on Twitter

Thanks for reading this week's Feature Friday! 

Note: For the next 3 Feature Fridays (the last 3 Fridays in August), I have made some changes to how a simmer is selected! For the next 3 weeks, the selections for Feature Friday have been made with the assistance of Weealbet and TheSimsBoi, who have each nominated a group of people that I have chosen from. Thanks to them for getting involved and I can't wait for you all to see who has been selected!

Announcement: TS3 Cribs & Simming Away

Yesterday the preview of Episode 1 of TS3 Cribs was released on YouTube. After being so impressed with what I saw, and after receiving a suggestion from within the sims community, I'm excited to announce that this site will be partnering with TS3 Cribs!

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TS3 Cribs is a new series hosted by MajikSim, which will be showing off amazing houses, apartments, dorms and houseboats. You can catch the premiere on August 9th at 12:00PM (ET). 

You can connect with this new series through the following links:

Follow TS3 Cribs on Twitter

Subscribe on YouTube

Follow MajikSim on Twitter

I'm really looking forward to the journey ahead with Majik. I cannot wait to see more of this series!

Feature Friday: JulyKapo

Hey Simmers! Welcome to the fifth Feature Friday, where each week I showcase one of my favourite simmers.

This week's featured simmer is JulyKapo! He's a blogger, YouTuber and an incredibly talented builder, with a studio on The Sims 3 site consisting of 123 creations so far. Additionally, he is a fellow member of the Simmers Connect Blogging Network.

He is also an incredibly supportive and wonderful person, who is a great friend to so many in this community. I am so grateful for his presence in this community and I adore his work. Julian's support and friendship is something that I feel honoured to have, and he has played a significant role in giving me a reason to remain a part of this community.

Coming soon from Julian is his Clarity Machinima project, which you can see the first promo of here. You should definitely stay tuned for this and many more of his contributions to the community. It's clear from the quality of his work that he puts 110% into everything he does, and that's why I read his blog and am subscribed to him so I don't miss any of his videos. I am certain that content from Julian in the future will remain at this high standard and will definitely be worth checking out.

Here's how this week's interview went with Julian:

YouTube Questions 

1. How long have you had your channel?  

For around a year and a half.

2. Out of all your videos, which is your favourite? 

My house Cosy Charm and a machinima called Clarity which I haven't released yet.

3. What (or who) inspired you to a start your channel?  

I created my channel just to like videos and subscribe to simmers so that I didn't miss any new videos. In the end, I made my first video for a building competition Chrillsims3 was having.

The Sims Questions 

1. What's your favourite EP?  

My favourites would have to be Makin' Magic from The Sims and Island Paradise from The Sims 3.

2. What's your favourite SP?  

This one's easy! Outdoor Living from The Sims 3. 

3. What's your favourite world? 

It would have to be Monte Vista. I want to live in that place, please!

4. Are you thinking about buying the Sims 4? 

Yes, I am. I'm really looking forward to more options for video makers you know?

5. How long have you played The Sims? 

I've been a simmer since the release of Makin' Magic for The Sims, so since then! :)

If you haven't had the pleasure of connecting with Julian yet, you can do so through the following links:

Subscribe to JulyKAPO123 here.

Follow JulyKapo_ here.

Visit his blog Today's Sims here.

Check out his The Sims 3 Studio here.

Thank you for reading this week's Feature Friday!

RSOSS: Episode 2 - 'Uncharitable Attitudes'

After Episode 1 launched on the 17th of July, viewers have been left in suspense waiting for Episode 2. The wait is finally over, as the latest episode 'Uncharitable Attitudes' launched on July 31st.

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If you missed Episode 2, you can catch up here.

This episode was definitely worth the wait. Episode 1 was impressive, but the latest was even better. In this episode more characters have been given a voice, including some of the husbands and children. This really added more depth to the simwives and the series overall.

The story picked up from right where we left off in the previous episode, introducing more drama and emotion behind the story. From flicking through the comments on the episode, it is clear that the viewers, including myself, are left needing to find out more about how the story continues.

We learnt more about the personalities of each of the simwives, especially on whether they are two faced or not, and their friendship qualities. The latest developments to their personalities have left me reassessing how I would rank them all, from favourite to least favourite. The reactions to these new developments really show how much this series in connecting with the viewers. They are really more than just sims from a computer game.

The quality of this episode overall, story and technical aspects included, has extended even further above the impressive basis set in episode 1. Based on this, I have high hopes for the rest of this season and I cannot wait for the next episode, where hopefully some of the questions I've been left pondering will be answered as the story unfolds!

I cannot congratulate the very talented Producer Kevin enough for the wonderful series he has created. It is great to see how much he cares about what the viewers want too. I must also commend him on the beautiful way he made a tribute to Quxxn, a very important and loved member of our community that we are all missing.

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