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I was talking to a few friends this morning about this and that and realized that we are all having "economic" problems and that maybe some of us designers and creators aren't using our talents to their fullest extent to make money. Here is a list of things that you can do to supplement your income as a creative individual:

1. The change round up - go around your house, look in every book, nook, jacket, crevice and cushion for spare change. A few pennies here, a couple of dimes and quite possibly quarters can really add up! Although not creative - it is kind of fun and it is the quickest way to get a few bucks.

2. Create items that would be useful to other artists and sell them online. Yes Second Life is a great way to do this but there are so so so many more avenues for you to explore.

www.renderosity.com - A lot of the content creators on here do similar things to what creators in SL do. But mainly for Poser or DAZ. This doesn't mean your current skills are nil here - adapt! Patterns, Photoshop brushes, 3D objects, High-Res backgrounds and the like are wanted items and will surely sell. Note - these people are very picky and make sure that you read the FAQ and look at what is being offered before diving in. They review each and every file and will throw out anything that is suspicious (i.e. IP infringement).

www.turbosquid.com - A den for all 3D officionatos but that doesn't mean you can't post items here. Photoshop, Illustrator, Patterns and such are welcome too. Check them out and make a store!

www.(insert photo stock house here).com - a lot of stock photography houses are open submission and accept illustrations, patterns and renders. Check out istock.com, dreamstime.com, http://graphicriver.net and www.stockxpert.com

www.payloadz.com - If you have a blog, website or something that you run and has traffic. This site enables you to put items up and sell them yourself. Really easy to use and I have had a few sales on it. Great way to expand your possibilities.

www.deviantart.com - great way to network and such. Also note that items you put here can be sold as a print to others and you get paid! Woot!

3. Create prints of your artwork (see Deviant Art) and sell them at a (insert location here). Pound the pavement, go to flea markets, sell at fairs etc. You never know who might like what you've done... it's worth a try anyway. Also note that crafts and such (bracelets, sculptures etc) can be sold in this manner as well.

4. Post your availability on forums that deal with art or programming (depending on what you specialize in). Deviant art, CGtalk, CG Arena, and other sites have sections that are specifically set up for this. Don't forget to peruse the jobs offered sections to see if anyone could use your services. Note - beware of anyone asking for money upfront, and always get a contract and partial payment upfront!!!

5. Facebook - this social networking site is gaining popularity and has even surpassed myspace in attendance and hits. Make sure that you contact your friends and acquatences and let them know that you are selling this or that. Or if you have something going on with the local artizen fair - friends support each other and I know I would have no problem spreading the word about a friends items if they asked me.

6. Tutorials - tutorials sites are booming right now and there are so many it's hard to keep track. Some sites even PAY to have you write them! Photoshop being the most popular program to write for but I've seen them on 3Ds Max, ZBrush, Poser, Illustrator, After Effects etc. http://tutsplus.com/ is one that is really great and has a lot of different sections. But google online tutorials regarding whatever program and you are sure to find a landslide of sites.

Ok - I've listed just about everything I could think of at the moment - but I'm sure there is more that I've missed. Feel free to chime in and add your own via comments. I look forward to hearing more.

I've put the lilac/purple Lucky Kitty Earrings and Cami up for free on XStreet - please go ahead and get one for you and all of your friends and PLEASE rate the item. I would love to hear from all of you on what you think!

Lucky Kitty Earrings and Cami Top - Lilac

Please be sure to check out all of the items that I have on Xstreet.

SWA on Xstreet

P.S. I've also put a few other little gifts in my store - whole bunches of discounted items and dollarbies. Go crazy!

EVERYTHING is 50-75% off. Cami tops are only 10L (you can't beat that) - even fatpacks are on sale! Jeans, Capris and Mini-skirts are priced at 25L to 75L. Outfits and dresses are marked way way down! Even the infamous Cross-top is on sale along with the Roman Halter!

Sad new though - today is the very last day of the sale. Hurry, bring friends and beg, borrow or buy your linden dollars - but you won't need much to buy a lot of stuff!

Second Wave Apparel @ Soigne

1/4 SIM for lease - prefer designer/merchant who wants a main store location. Lease would only be $73.75 per month for the land and a total of 3750 in Prims. Contact Sioxie Legend in-world if you're interested. Note-card please!!!!!

Ok - since I've had a little bit of time off, I can finally get to blogging about stuff that matters to me and quite possibly you as well. Anyways, y'all know that my sis Iseult owns Bonbonniere and was a big prescense at Soigne - well she's decided to take a break from SL for a while, but while she is doing so a good friend of mine is taking that spot at Soigne shoppe quad. Welpie Heinrichs is a marvelous shoe designer and really wonderful person. If you've never been to her store - you should stop by and check it out. She has a ton of items for your feet - plus some of the cutest little purses ever!

Anyway - take a look at the new extension store she has where Bonbonniere used to be (right next to Calla on that quad).

W.I.S.H @ Soigne

NEW ITEM AT SWA!!!!

Yes! It's been a while... I have plenty of excuses - but lets just say RL can be a little busy...

Anyway - new cropped denim jacket in 6 different colors. If you recall recently I sent out a survey and Q&A with some review pieces of this jacket. Not only did you guys help me with a few little mistakes here and there - but I included Purple and red to appease the masses. These cute little jackets are perfect for summer attire and come with 3 different patterns (more will be coming I can promise that). Not only that but the jacket is on all three top layers and there is an open AND closed version. Copy/Mod - no transfer.

Second Wave Apparel @ Soigne

Also clicking on the image below will take you to that item on SLX -so you can purchase these right away (hint, hint - nudge, nudge).

The company that I work for was asked to create a video for Cartoon Network's BrainRush - this is too hilarious! I mean my teammate made the video and the way he cut it and stuff just makes me laugh sooooo hard.