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AES Journal: Tatiana's Farming for Fortune

QH Resources & Guides

How time flies!  It's been more than six months since my last journal entry; apparently I've been so engaged playing that writing rather fell by the wayside.

Shortly after the last journal entry, back in June, the focus of our farming in the Queen's Hamlet switched over to using the brand-new Household (HH) functionality.  Anastasia, Duchesse de Coeur, stepped in as the QH HH Owner and we adapted our production strategies to better suit our HH needs.

I'm glad to say that controlling the scope of our endeavours proved to be a wise decision. Our QH HH has slowly grown to include seven members, a size that seems to be easily sustainable even during times of transition. It's always good to keep in mind that this active roleplay is for fun!

Tatiana reached level 30 (January 5, 2020).  Along the way she worked as a farmer, herbalist, doctor, brewer, and beekeeper. She eagerly grabbed her first official noble title "Chevalier de Provence" (pricey but worth it) and stepped up as the QH HH Manager. She is currently retaining her role as a doctor.  Given that no further XP can be gained from crafting after level 29, she expects to be called "the horse of Provence" for the foreseeable future.

Mikhail reached level 20 (January 10, 2020).   He has tried his hand as a farmer, butcher, brewer, beekeeper and tavern keeper.  As a "townsfolk" he plans to always retain his farmer title but enjoys trying out the new professions as they come along.  Perhaps pastry chef is in his future.

We both have enough pocket money to walk around with but the majority of personal funds went to paying for Tatiana's knighthood .  A word of advice; if you plan on climbing the ladder of nobility make sure you include a financial strategy early-on so you're not disappointed.  This makes for an interesting challenge that certainly adds flavour to the roleplay.

All-in-all, the quest for personal advancement has mellowed allowing for more time looking after the HH including the QH Market and QH Branded Products.

It's wonderful to report that life is good in the Queen's Hamlet!

Cozy up in Your Very Own Dressing Gown

Apparel

Welcome back!  This looks lovely

TTR-Petit Trianon Kitchen

House & Garden

Experience the joys of baking with this delightful bread & cookie making kit.  Mix ingredients, knead dough for bread or roll dough for cookies and when you're all done baking enjoy a slice of fresh bread or a beautiful snowflake Christmas cookie.  Lots of little details help add to the overall experience; bread steams when rezzed then cools as it sits, rolling pin pops off the counter into your hand as does the mixing bowl and wooden spoon.

With a variety of lovely accessories, this kit makes your Second Life roleplay both beautiful and a whole lot of fun!

See it inworld or on the SLM .

Happy Baking!

Tat

QH Co-op: The News ~ January 5, 2020

QH News

It would be great if you would take on the role of baker, Bessie.  I will contact you inworld and we can make arrangements.  Thanks!

QH Co-op: The News ~ January 5, 2020

QH News

Thanks, Louis!  We're very excited about [AES] in this new year as things are really coming together. Couldn't have done it without you and your team of course

QH Co-op: The News ~ January 5, 2020

QH News

Greetings Fellow QH Household Members.

Happy New Year!

It's been ages since our last official QH Newsletter but given all the good things going on in our HH a new one seemed like an excellent idea so here's the news ...

[AES] Transition:

Having read " Take Action! (Before February) " the QH Estate Managers jumped into action to convert all of our QH HH products.  I'm pleased to report that with the exception of a few items (healing potions &  alcohol in special containers) everything has now been updated.  All of the goods being sold under the QH Brand in our market are the latest & greatest.

Ana, Mikhail & I are now resting our fingers after all that clicking and enjoying a beer or two.  Harvesters and Crafters will be converted on schedule at the end of the month.

Work Area Adjustments:

Our growing maturity as a HH combined with the [AES] Transition has resulted in some tweaking of our HH work areas.  This streamlining has also resulted in a much appreciated  reduction in  the work load for HH managers.

HH Kitchen: Remains the same with access to ingredients via both the harvest table and the HH Inventory box.  Well water is delivered directly to the member's inventory and can also be stored in the "water [AES]" autofeeder for easy access.  Please use the wheat & milk from the harvest table to product flour & butter. We can always use bread if you are so inclined to bake it.

Public Kitchen: The harvest table which supplied basic ingredients has been removed as members are being paid via the HH and can afford to buy those ingredients now.  If anyone would like to go into business cooking and/or baking a stall can be made available for you in the QH Market.

Dairy: Ingredients & bread that were provided free of charge to HH members have been removed.

Animal Barn: Remains the same with access to feed via the "QH Animal Feed" autofeeder

Goats & Crops: Remains the same with access to the QH Farm Tool.

Professions:

With our steadily-increasing group maturity we're starting to see some exciting developments with regard to both public & HH professions.  In the spirit of our co-op we are endeavoring to devise working arrangements that benefit both the group & the Individual.  Promoting individual business ventures is a key component of this strategy so if you have an idea for a business let's discuss it.

We currently have seven HH members and we are not looking to expand that number.  Not only is seven a lucky number but it has proven to be a manageable group size.  Given that we won't be bringing on much (if any) additional help, it is very much appreciated that members continue with their farming duties even as they make their way up the level ladder.

Here's where we currently stand:

HH Owner: Anastasia (aka "money-bags Ana").

HH Controller: Tatiana 

Doctor: Tatiana (though she would be willing to give up this role to another interested member)

Butcher: Currently vacant which isn't a hardship as we can purchase sides of meat on the cheap.

Herbalist:: Una & Margarete are coordinating their efforts and their first perfumes are making their way to our market.

Blacksmith/Miner: Banjo is keeping our supply of cooking pots etc. well stocked.

Brewer/Vintner: Ardrhys is taking up this challenge and given his proven track-record with G&S wines I know he'll do a fabulous job.

Baker/Pastry Chef: Are not yet available but will be exciting additions when added.

Beekeeper: Mikhail is our resident bee wrangler.

Tavern Keeper:  Mikhail is also filling in as tavern keeper but he tends to drink more than he actually sells.

Farmer: Ardrhys, Bessie, Margarete, Mikhail, Una.  If anyone is looking for more farming chores, Mikhail would be happy to give some of his away.

QH Market:

Our market place is coming along nicely.  Basic QH products are being sold and more complex items, such as perfume, are gradually making an appearance.  We also have a wonderful stall filled with rare, imported goods under the "Rezzonico" brand, thanks to Abbondio.  Please support our local businesses with your hard earned coins.

Whew!  As you can see there's a lot going on and the future looks to be full of fun!

As always, please to not hesitate to contact me with any questions or comments you may have.

Thanks for playing along!

Tat

updated by @tatiana-dokuchic: 05 Jan 2020 11:05:19AM

TTR-Petit Trianon Kitchen

House & Garden

This beautiful vintage fireplace is modeled after the real-life kitchen fireplace in Marie-Antoinette's Petit Trianon. It boasts a lovely limestone surround, brick hearth, and cast-iron screen with a royal insignia.  Perfect for your own Second Life castle, chateau or home.

Touch for the HUD to turn the fire (low-lag animated) and the sound on/off. Please note that these scripts are copy only.

Also note that this fireplace is meant to be placed up against a wall as there is no geometry for the back or bottom.

Photographed in Kitchen of the Petit Trianon; please note that this purchase includes ONLY the fireplace.

See it Inworld or on the SLM.

Cheers!

Tat

TTR-Petit Trianon Kitchen

House & Garden

I'm absolutely delighted to be back working on the kitchen of the Petit Trianon. The floors are scrubbed, the ceiling is mended and the doors no longer squeak when opened!

Here's a look at the real deal:

And here's the start to my Second Life version:

Many thanks to Zed Tremont who is busy creating original meshes which faithfully reproduce some of the furniture.  You can learn more about his Bellevue project here.

My intention is to post my kitchen offerings in this thread so I don't clog up the Market.

Many thanks for letting me share this project with you!

Tat

updated by @tatiana-dokuchic: 03 Jan 2020 12:47:56PM

Edible History: A 250-year-old french fry recipe

Food

Well that was enjoyable!  Almost makes me want to try it but don't think I'll be cooking with goose fat anytime soon.  Three cheers for the Dijon mustard

TTR-Claire's Cottage Furniture Sets

House & Garden

Claire's Cottage is a lovely little side-project that I've been working on for ages. Creating just the right mixture of vintage & contemporary furniture & accessories has not only kept me busy but has provided a different perspective from the antiques that I usually slave over.

I'm not sure when the building itself is going to be ready, but I'm pleased to be packaging up some of the associated furniture sets including the Fireside Furniture Set and the Complete Bathroom Set.

You can see them Inworld  or on the SLM: Fireside , Bathroom .

Cheers!

Tat