As an enthusiast in AI image generation, I’ve explored numerous platforms and tools. Stable Diffusion stands out as my personal favorite, particularly for its capabilities. However, for those without access to a high-performing computer, I suggest using online platforms like Leonardo.AI for an effortless experience.
Recently, the launch of Freepik Pikaso’s Reimagine feature caught my attention. Freepik, known for their extensive library of artistic resources, is now embracing the AI revolution by integrating an AI-powered image generation service. Pikaso provides a limited free version or an unlimited subscription at $24 per month, with a discounted annual plan at $144.
Having tested Freepik’s Pikaso, I must say it’s remarkably user-friendly, swift, and diverse in its offerings. Whether transforming sketches to images, crafting images from text prompts, or artistically enhancing photographs with the Reimagine feature, Pikaso is definitely worth checking out for those eager to breathe new life into their visuals.
I can’t wait to see how you Pikaso! Add your photos to the Freepik Pikaso group on Flickr.
I love when clothes have frills and pretty little details. As soon as I saw the Everly Blouse from Tres Blah, I knew I needed it. I guess I’m leaning into the cottagecore vibe now, but with pants. I’m still not sold on long mesh skirts. Sometimes they make me feel like my butt looks wide. This blouse looks perfect with the Locket Choker from Rebelle, like they were meant to be worn together.
Have you ever seen something in Second Life and thought, “How has no one made this before?” Izzie’s just released Body and Face Veins and I swear I am never taking them off. Face skins in SL keep getting better and better, but body skins still feel flat in comparison. It’s harder to update body skins often so designers usually skip it. Faces are easier to tweak which is why we get a new one every week. But just this little detail of veins layered on top of my skin gives me the realism I have been missing.
If you are looking for something fun to do this weekend, check out Anthology, Shop & Hop, SeraPlus gifts and more. I picked up some great finds from all of them and a few were even free.
Join the TULI update group to get this Faith skin prototype in 3 skin tones!! This is Tuli's best skin yet, I really like how much more realistic it looks compared to previous versions. The group is $250L to join (if you're not already a member), right now you get this skin and a pink denim mini skirt.
I still really hate groups that I paid to join since I feel 'stuck' there. A lot of designers say that the join fee is to discourage group hoppers, and reward the 'real customers' but I feel that it rewards people with no obligations in Second Life so they have more group slots open for fun stuff like fashion or special interests. Some groups are worth the initial join fee, but there are other groups that don't send out anything at all…….. HMMMMMMM?
Blogger's Choice! Write about anything you want! (BBBC Day 4)
[ Wilma + me at last night's blogger's party! ]
So today's topic is Blogger's Choice, this will be interesting! I know I rarely ever talk about my friends on this blog, so it seems like I don't have any, but I do and I adore them! I'm very protective of people I'm friends with, so I don't really like to name them cos I guess I'm one of those people that are uncomfortable talking about their friends because they're so dear to me. I know, I'm totally weird 😀 Anyways, I've decided to make a list of reasons why my friends are awesome:
1. I've been pissing them off since 2007 and we're still friends! (This applies to nearly everyone, lol) 2. They give me mod rights and don't mind if I move their stuff around or accidentally flatten their golf course (Sorry Ryan!) 3. I've landed on their "shitlist" at least once a month but they still love me (Wilma) 4. They're generous, kind, awesome, and very supportive of everything I do (All of you!) 5. They give me money even though I have more (LOL Davo <333333) 6. I can tell them anything because I know all their secrets too!!
I can't think of anything else right now, but even though I rarely ever mention you guys on my website or shower you with profile picks, you know who you are. 😛
Happy New Year! I think the future of Second Life skins is leaning into more textured looks, which adds to realism. I don’t usually love textured skins, but they do look so much more realistic than the smooth, flat skin we’re used to. That shift is really obvious with this new Madeline skin from Glam Affair. It’s very textured and very freckled, and while that isn’t normally my preference, I ended up loving it. I did tone it down a little with a few of Izzie’s tattoo fixes, which helped balance everything out.
That move toward texture feels closely tied to PBR, which is now being added not just to environments but to avatars as well. Because of that, I expect skins to keep changing in 2026, adding more depth in ways that make our avatars look more real and less flat. Even though PBR has some interesting moments, I still think it’s unfortunately a turn off for a lot of current residents. Change is difficult, especially when you’ve been around long enough to remember how things looked before. Maybe newer residents, who don’t have that comparison, will like it more.
All of this ties into the bigger picture of where Second Life is right now. When I decided to close my region at the end of 2024, I had a strong feeling that 2025 was going to be a difficult year in real life, and that it made sense to pull back spending in Second Life. I’m glad I stuck to that decision all year and didn’t bring the region back, even though I wanted to at least a dozen times. I also won’t be bringing it back in 2026 because of the economy, both in Second Life and in real life. There isn’t a lot of growth yet, and it feels like the Lindens are panicking.
I recently watched a snippet of an interview with Brett Linden on MetaRealities’ YouTube channel, and what really stood out to me was how much growth is needed for survival. Needed. Not just for Second Life as a company, but for the creators who make a living here. You can only get so much out of the current residents, which is why attracting new people feels so urgent right now.
So I’m ending one year and starting the next in a much calmer mindset. I rang in the New Year in this cozy Eboshi pajamas set from Aurun at Anthology. Comfort and chill is the vibe I’m going for this holiday season, so I paired them with the Not Tired Bow Slips from The Kiwi Co.
Last night someone tp’d me to a location on the Haute Couture sim demanding that I remove my REALLY LARGE SHOE from her shop. I don’t even have rezzing rights on this sim, so I went to see what she was on about. Apparently a shoe I have never seen before or own was enlarged and on display inside a former shoe shop? I don’t know.. weird…..!!!! I had full perms to it too, and could edit, so I just deleted it from her shop. Tried to contact a Linden, not much help, but I just wanted to document this here just in case anybody in SL has encountered this weird problem.
**EDIT** In other bizarre shoe news, a friend of mine showed me a thread on the SLU forum featuring some very nice sculpted shoes that someone was selling full perm on SLEx. Those looked really similar.. if not exactly the same as the ones sasawe Capalini tried to sell me several months ago.
✿ cheLLe ✿ Frosty Cheeks is a colorful blush set that’s perfect for Wintertime! You can wear this to get a subtle look, or a dramatic look with the Blue or Purple Frosty cheeks!
✿ cheLLe ✿ Frost Bitten is a set of six lipstains that adds a bit of color to any skin. Get this if you love lip colors!
Love this! Had to try it out for myself!