Petite Alsace collaboration - Wrap up in progress!
Sept 26 - UPDATE! All lots have been claimed and the final builds in progress (deadline for submission is Oct 7/26). Thank you for being with us on this journey and do stay tuned for the wrap up announcements! 😊 Welcome to another Sims 3 community collaboration hosted by Hidehi2 , Sandraelle and soocoolsim ! Introducing Petite Alsace inspired by picturesque Strasbourg, Colmar and Ribeauville with a dual French and German blend of charming, flower-laden villages and half-timbered homes. We anticipate the completed world will be a lovely addition to your game. LOT LISTINGS & INDIVIDUAL DOWNLOAD LINKS Map A: Colmar (Medieval, half-timbered houses with flower-filled balconies) Map B: Ribeauville (Pastel, half-timbered 15th - 18th century houses) Map C: Ribeauville Outskirts (Farming area) Map D: Strasbourg (City area, mix of old and new buildings) Map E: Avenue du Rhin (Wine region) Map F: Route de Alsace (Rural area) VIDEOS Petite Alsace world walkthrough showcase tours: Part One - Strasbourg & Avenue du Rhin Part Two - coming later Part Three - coming later Petite Alsace individual build interior tours: Click this link for a series of interior tours done by JudiAlbert SIMS & HOUSEHOLDS This collaboration focused on builds since the final world save file will be unpopulated, however click on this link to download Sims and Households created for Petite Alsace. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ BACKGROUND Experienced creators (Intermediate+) are invited to join us in creating builds to add to the base world. If you love decorating but building isn’t your forte, let us know and we'll try to build a shell for you. Everyone can experience Petite Alsace taking shape by downloading the base world and installing builds as they become available. Please keep an eye on the "News and Updates" post for milestones and links to new creations as they become available. Constructive comments throughout this event are also welcome, so don't be shy. Without further ado, onto the details below and come join in the fun! CLAIMING OVERVIEW Download the empty Petite Alsace base world created by the talented Hidehi2. Take a look at the available lots using the Map posts as reference (see links above). Indicate you're on board and sign up for your claim by replying on this thread with your chosen map lot reference # (eg A8). I will update the lists with claims and add download / media links when builds are completed. Every two weeks (around the 1st and 15th of the month) a new claiming period starting with a 'Claiming Day' post will begin. During this period, if you join the collaboration or have a build in progress on Claiming Day, you can claim 1 lot. For ongoing participants, if all previously claimed builds are completed and (no cc) download link(s) submitted by Claiming Day, you may claim up to 2 lots. BUILDING GUIDELINES Please stay within the theme of each map area and overall Alsace inspiration. You have creative freedom otherwise. Inspiration links at the top of this post may be helpful. All / any EA Expansion Packs, Stuff Packs and official Store Items can be used. Free EA Store Items are OK for use. Note: Some are no longer available for download so use at your discretion. NO third-party Custom Content is allowed. Please Custard Check your exported file before uploading to double check. We highly recommend play-testing your build before uploading to ensure no routing concerns and users can enjoy as intended. Do test placement of your final build. This helps identify any potential issues (e.g. windows / floor tiles out of place). To do this... export your build, save your game, delete the existing build, then replace with the exported version from your library. Take a careful look around and fix as needed. It will be useful for players if the Petite Alsace lot address is included in your build description on the Exchange, albeit optional. Do take the time to put your best foot forward to make your build(s) shine inside and out. Just be cautious about using a ton of clutter since that can add to lag when playing. Each build will be showcased with credit in video walkthroughs on YouTube once the world is completed. Once your build is available on the Sims 3 Exchange, please post a reply on this thread including: name of build / map reference and/or address / download link / cover picture / custard screenshot confirming no 3rd party custom content included. Optional! Link to additional picture site / thread. SIMS / HOUSEHOLD GUIDELINES Petite Alsace builders can submit Sims / Households for their completed claims as well as Townie use. All / any EA Expansion Packs, Stuff Packs and official Store Items can be used. Free EA Store Items are OK for use. Note: Some are no longer available for download so use at your discretion. NO third-party Custom Content is allowed. Please Custard Check your exported file before uploading to double check. Once your Sim / Household is available on the Exchange, please post a reply on this thread including: name / map reference or address (or identify as Townie) / download link / 1 cover picture / custard screenshot confirming no 3rd party custom content included. Optional! Link to additional picture site / showcase thread. Looking forward to participation by the Sims 3 community! 😀 NEWS & UPDATES Click this link for the list of completed builds and other updates as released. Build links are also included within their related map post (see above). CREATORS ON BOARD Chojrak75321 , Hidehi2 , JudiAlbert (cheeseweasel), KarilynMonroe2 , Kcity74 ,Merrieann , puzzlezaddict , Sandraelle , soocoolsim , whatsociallife , ZeeGee1 (ZeeGee966) PREVIOUS WORLD COLLABORATIONS Bayou Bijou / YouTube showcase video playlist Cape Albacore Coastal World / YouTube showcase video playlist Disney's Magic Kingdom / YouTube showcase video playlist The Orient Express (London, Paris, Venice, Alps) / YouTube showcase video playlist Ackney-Upon-Sherne English Village (hosted by suzses) TIP! When first viewing this thread, you might want to sort replies by "Oldest" to view all the related posts in order and get up-to-date to a certain point. However, for future visits you may wish to sort replies by "Newest" to reduce the amount of scrolling. But of course, it's your choice on what works best for you.
Hi The Sims team,
Hi The Sims team, I would love to see an option where furniture could automatically snap and align with angled walls, rather than only following the regular grid. This would make building houses with diagonal walls much easier and more realistic. At the moment, it can be difficult to place furniture neatly against an angled wall without it sticking out into the room or ending up in an awkward position. Are there any tricks, building techniques or cheats that you recommend for getting furniture to fit properly against angled walls? And if not, could this be something you might consider adding in a future update? Thank you!
JCGSpark Challenges
Welcome to the JCGSpark Community! Hey everyone, I'm JAY-CAMAROGIRL- (Jay or JCG is fine too!) and I'm so hyped to finally bring my challenge series to the EA Forums. When I'm not neck-deep in Build Mode or creating new stories, I'm a busy SAHM to 3 kiddos and a wife living in Maine. Life is usually a whirlwind of family chaos and cleaning gigs, but The Sims is where I go to relax. As a simmer, I'm all about those deep family dynasties, intricate builds, and finding new ways to tell stories with our pixels. It's been my creative outlet for years, and I love sharing that passion with others✨ What is JCGSpark? I created JCGSpark as a monthly tag to get our community together and just create something cool! I love seeing how everyone interprets a prompt differently. It's honestly one of the best parts of the game for me🖤 Build/CAS Challenges: I like to switch things up! Some months we're focused on floor plans and landscaping. Other months we're diving into CAS to create unique characters and stories. Some are a mix of both! You can choose to build, create a sim, or do both if you're feeling extra inspired! I want everyone to be able to jump in regardless of how they like to play. Stream Showcases: I love celebrating what you all make. I showcase entries live on stream for the JCG Crew so we can all hype each other up and see the talent in our wonderful community🖤 Giveaways: I like to keep things spicy, so I'll sprinkle in giveaways here and there when I'm able to as a thank you for hanging out and participating🖤✨ I'm so excited to see what you all bring to the table. Check the posts below for the current (and past) challenge theme, rules, and to share your entries! ✨🖤Happy Simming🖤✨ JCG Twitch JCG X/Twitter JCG BlueSky JCG Gallery Planet Sims Discord
Broken Builds
My build mode has stopped working, even without any mods or cc installed. I have no floors and therefore the game doesn't recognize the rooms being built. Also, every time I go to a lot, the game deletes the build. Including the prebuilt Townie lots. The only functional part of my game has been CAS since July. I can't actually play with any of the sims that I've created which sucks.
Can't interact in-game with marketplace bought kit items
Hi, so I recently purchased three kits: Industrial Loft, Sleek Bathroom, and Modern Luxe. I did so through the marketplace using Moolas. Now when I open the build-mode I can place the items like normal, but I am unable to get my sims to interact with any of the items in-game. I don't have any mods installed and I have a bunch of packs and kits installed but never had such an issue. Would love to find a fix for this. Thanks in advance. Edit By crinrict: Adjusted Title
[CL] Ceilings disappeared from San Myshuno Apartment
I have encountered an issue in San Myshuno where ceilings are either missing, broken, or unpaintable in several apartments. I first noticed a related broken ceiling lighting glitch in 2024 on an old save file. Although the lighting glitch has been fixed, the issue with missing ceilings appears to persist. I tested this by creating a fresh save file, and the issue remains. After investigating each apartment in San Myshuno, I have identified three distinct problems: Missing ceilings on editable lots. Missing ceilings in non-editable areas, causing outdoor lighting to shine through into the apartments. Unpaintable ceilings on editable lots. Affected Locations: Fashion District: 21 Chic Street Complex (Hallway): Missing roof in the hallway. 1313 21 Chic Street: Multiple ceilings are missing. 1312 21 Chic Street: Multiple ceilings are missing. 1310 21 Chic Street: Multiple ceilings are missing. 702 ZenView: The ceiling on the first floor is non-editable and unpaintable. Spice District: 19 Culpepper House: Missing balcony ceiling. Uptown: Landgraab Complex: Elevator ceiling on the first floor is incomplete/missing. IX Landgraab: Missing ceiling on the second floor. VIII Landgraab: The ceiling in the left corner of the kitchen is non-editable/unpaintable. 888 Spire Apartments: Elevator ceiling on the second floor is incomplete/missing. Edit By crinrict: Adjusted Title to fit old bug report.
