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Now that we can all finally SEE the farm fields from lot view (Will, I love you, seriously), I thought we could all use some nicer textures for them.

So I took these lovely hi-res farm fields and did some stuff and changed things up.

Before:

After:

New textures are 1024x1024, sorry, but with the pink soup fix, it should be fine right? 😂

Credits to Criquette and Pixeldolly, I just did stuff in photoshop.

@spockthewok thank you for once again fixing something I asked you to fix no matter how tedious and painful it turned out to be 🙈❤️🥰

Nonny asks on this top named SP81 CK011 PoetShirt and I actually wanted to take a break from underwear, so I decided to convert it 😊 I hope you like it ❤️

🥨 for teens and adults

🥨 with all morphs

🥨 categorized as casual top

🥨 all original Maxis colors + normals

🥨 all files are compressed

You can choose between standalone AM and TM version or TM Repod version for which you need AM packages 🙂.

Standalone AM version sfs / mediafire

Standalone TM version sfs / mediafire

Repod TM version sfs / mediafire

Still needs a lot of refinement before I could launch it, but so far it's working, even if the UI is pretty messy and has a lot of files that could be hidden and I'm sure some part of it has a bug somewhere.

What you saw me do was:

Select the hair I wanted to replace with a CC hair.

Upload the CC hair's mesh and colors to the tool.

The tool gave me a .package default replacement file I added to my game.

In less than 60 seconds I went from uploading files to seeing my default replacement in game (... okay, maybe a bit more than 60 seconds, but that's because Sims 2 needs to open)

(Alright it's an index, I just had to)

Made it for myself, I might as well share. If there's something I've missed please let me know. This list is being updated, Tumblr is being a pain and updates won't show up on re-blogs. Visit the original post to view the most current version. Mirror: Dreamwidth.

CC:

By Type:

Sims 2 - Object Default Database [Discontinued - DW].

Sims 2 - Object Default Database [Active - Spreadsheet].

Sims 2 - [CAS] Default Database.

Sims 2 - Hair Database.

Sims 2 - CC: Afro Hairstyles.

Sims 2 - Shoes Database.

Sims 2 - EA Store Items 2016.

Sims 2 - The Maxis Match Repository Project [CAS] [Pinterest Ver.]

Sims 2 - Repository Finds [CAS&Objects] [sorted into categories].

Sims 2 - Functional Finds [Sorted by function].

Resource list: Clutter and decorative items [massive index at GoS].

Sims 2 - Wall Hanging Decor Recolors Database [New!].

Sims 2 - Lot Database [Maxis ones emptied out].

Sims 2 - Lot Makeover Database [of Maxis Lots] [Note the Uploading Tutorial].

SkyBox/Horizons/Skylines Database.

Maxis Career Conversions TS1+3+4 to TS2 [Sorted by Game&EP - Under Downloads].

Fractured Moonlight's Stone Super Set Database [Creator Unknown, let me know if you know].

By Theme:

List of Maxis Lost & Found Objects Converted into Usable Items.

Stories to Sims 2 Conversion Database. [DW Backup]

TS1 to TS2 Conversion/Recreation Database.

TS1 to TS2 Catalog Conversions [Active, Includes OG Object Descriptions].

TS3 to TS2 Conversion Database [DW Backup].

TS3 to TS2 Traits Project Mod Tracking Sheet [Blog Ver.]

TS4 to TS2 CAS Conversion Archive [EA].

TS4 to TS2 CC Clothing Conversion Database [Custom - ts4 only?].

TS4 to TS2 Build/Buy Conversion Database [EA].

TS4 to TS2 CC Build & Buy Database [Custom].

The Sims spin-off games to the PC TS2 [&3+4].

TSM-to-TS2 Conversion Database [DW Backup].

Sims 2 Historical Finds [CAS&Objects] [Sorted by Era/Period].

Historical Sims 2 Wiki [New!].

Grunge Masterlist Project 2025.

List of Asian Sims 2 Sites With Working Downloads [As of 2017?].

CC Archives:

Sim Archive Project, at The Internet Archive [Introduction Post].

Sims Cave.

Sims Graveyard.

Simblr.cc - Dead-Site Repository.

Liquid Sims - Community Archives.

The Booty, at PSMBD.

Sims 2 Packrat, on Tumblr [Watch out for the recent SFS Hacking problem].

Ekrubynaffit (a.k.a bestbuild4sims) has re-uploaded a lot of archives of defunct creators. Albums with DL on her pinterest. Mainly build and buy mode, thanks a lot!

Resources:

CEP-Extras List, Huge Lunatic at Sims 2 Artists.

The Sims 2 Tutorials Database [Active] (Really needs a backup outside of Tumblr).

Several Lists of Maxis Resources for Modding,Pick'n'Mix Mods, own website, under Notes.

Sims 2 GUID Database Revival (Yes I'm shamelessly promoting it).

Sims 2 Trait GUID Database, by FireFlower.

Sims 2 Painting Sizes Database.

List of all Color Actions, With DL, ZeroDark/Graphic at GoS.

List of all WSO Actions, by Blue Heaven Sims, under Resources.

List of Hacks & Mods That Use Tokens, Bulbizarre at MTS.

Giant List of Simlish Fonts - Collect ‘Em All!, by franzillasims.

Masterlists of Recolouring Templates; MTS [+Cloning] | Hafiseazle | ZreoDark [not a list but a tag].

Index of Effects Names & Definitions [+ Guide], by AmmarAskar at GitHub.

Update notes are under the cut:

May Queen; or, Nine Hairs from Crusader Kings 3

binned and familied; 1024x1024 textures with RGB normal maps; six natural colors, two grey swatches for elders binned to red; smooth bones where applicable; compressed and tooltipped

Download Everything: SFS | MF Pick & Choose: SFS | MF

I return from "hiatus" bearing clay from an entirely different franchise. These were a massive learning curve, but I think I'm pretty happy with the end result. There will be more CK3 conversions in the future if I don't get distracted again... But, more information below the cut!

I promised this tutorial a while ago and just started making my harbour for my current hood. I figured I may as well kill two birds with one stone, so here it is! This technique is completely modular, allowing you to create harbours of any length. As you can see, I've already done one of the lots, just to show you how they fit together. You will find yourself saving and exiting quite a lot with this method!

Requirements

LotAdjuster

A neighbourhood with accessible shoreline

Possibly some understanding of the 'boolprop constrainfloorelevation false' cheat

Important: I do not use beach lots for this method. I find this method gives me more control.

Step 1: Place Your Lot

Start with a lot that is 20 tiles deep. This gives enough room to create a stone harbour wall and dock area. This is preference, but I find any bigger looks dumb.

The lot should be 10 tiles wider than the harbour segment you ultimately want. For example, if you want a final harbour segment that is 40 tiles wide, start with a 50 tile wide lot. That is what I've done here.

Bring the water as close to the lot edge as possible. If necessary, use the cheat 'modifyNeighborhoodTerrain on'

The terrain should slope down naturally towards the water.

Step 2: Mark the Tiles to Remove

Measure 5 tiles in from each end of the lot.

These tiles will be removed later with LotAdjuster.

For a centre segment, mark 5 tiles on both ends.

For a left-end segment, mark 6 tiles on the left side.

For a right-end segment, mark 6 tiles on the right side.

Step 3: Build the Stone Harbour

Create a foundation within the remaining space. This can be as big as you want.

The foundation walls should extend flush (but not connect along the length) to any edge that will connect seamlessly to another lot.

I use Numenor's custom foundation walls, but you can achieve the same effect using standard walls with the cheat 'constrainFloorElevation false'. Just flatten the walls after placing them.

Cover the foundation with floor tiles of your choice, filling in that gap.

Important: Do not place walls along any edge that will connect to another harbour segment.

Step 4: Add the End Cap

At the opposite end of the harbour wall, add a small "cap" section. It will not stretch out as far as you want, but that's okay. Again, make it as big as you want.

This creates a natural transition point where stairs can lead down to the wooden docks.

Step 5: Build the Dock

Lay out the wooden dock below the stone harbour. Mine was a full story (16 steps) lower than the stone.

As before, don't place foundations flush against the lot edge. Use floor tiles to create the seamless connection instead. You will know it's correct if there's no stilt on the 6th tile from the edge.

Again, at this stage, don't worry if the dock isn't the exact width you want.

Save and exit the game.

Step 6: Extend the Lot

Open LotAdjuster and add 20 tiles to the back of the lot.

Do not change any other settings.

Step 7: Finish the Waterfront

Load the game, and then the lot again.

You now have what is effectively a custom beach lot. I usually add terrain paint to match my shoreline, otherwise the extended area remains grassy.

You can now adjust the dock to its final width. In my example, I created a dock that was 5 tiles wide.

Step 8: Plan the Dock and Bay Pattern

Decide how many docks and bays you want. Bays should be big enough to fit ships.

The harbour should always end on half a bay, so that adjoining lots complete the bay when placed together.

Do this before shrinking the lot. Once the lot has been reduced, you won't be able to place floor tiles on the very edge.

For my example:

Dock width: 5 tiles

Bay width: 10 tiles

This creates the pattern: 5 (half bay) - 5 (dock) - 10 (bay) - 5 (dock) - 5 (half bay)

I also made them 15 tiles long. You can do literally whatever size you want.

Save and exit once the layout is complete.

Step 9: Trim the Lot

Open LotAdjuster again and remove 5 tiles from both the left and right sides.

This is the step where you're most likely to run into problems. I certainly did while creating this tutorial!

If LotAdjuster throws an error, reload the lot and make sure there are no walls, fences, or foundations crossing the line where the new lot boundary will be.

When you reload the lot:

End pieces should have one side flush with the lot edge.

Centre pieces should be flush on both sides.

These flush edges allow the harbour sections to connect seamlessly.

Step 10: Repeat

Repeat the process for as many harbour segments as you need. If they don't line up, you can't just pick up the lot and move it. You have to use LotAdjuster to either move it left or right. I had to do so in this very tutorial.

The good thing is, you can use the original dock as a visual guide for widths! Also, make sure the wooden dock is on the same elevation across both lots.

For this example, I created a left and right segment and mirrored them, but you can continue adding centre sections indefinitely. I tend to add stairs in the very middle if I do that. You need a flight of stairs to get down to the harbour.

Finishing Touches

Once your harbour is assembled, decorate it however you like.

I usually place lots like warehouses, taverns, fishmongers, market stalls, or more on the stone harbour, and use neighbourhood deco ships (or this refurbished version of the Bon Voyage ship) in the bays. I also decorate the docks with crates, barrels, dead fish, etc. For some extra fun, add invisible fishing spots to the end of the docks!

The result is a fully modular harbour that can be expanded to fit any waterfront.

Hello again! I've got two smaller trait packs for you today, each featuring around a small autonomous interaction in the game.

The first is Love Yourself - Sims with the Snob trait will now autonomously primp themselves.

The second is News is Free - Inappropriate or Rebellious Sims will now be the only ones to pick up and read your newspaper. Didn't you always find it odd that everyone seems to do that?

Technical details and stuff under the cut!

The Pit of Judgement.

One installer. Every essential fix, mod, and tool for The Sims 2, set up for you in a few clicks.

I got tired of hunting down the same "must-have" fixes every time I reinstalled The Sims 2 (to the point where it has kept me from playing), so I made a tool that does it for you! 🥳 You choose the fixes, mods, and tools you want, click through, and it installs them all — with automatic backups and a built-in undo, so nothing is permanent and nothing gets lost.

It works with both the 2025 Legacy Collection (Steam and EA App) and the older Ultimate Collection.

⚠️ One heads-up: I only own Legacy (on Steam) and the Ultimate Collection, so I haven't been able to test the EA App or Epic versions of the Legacy Collection myself. They should work, but if you run into any issues on those, please let me know and I'll push out a fix!

Most importantly, none of this content is mine. Every fix, mod, and tool belongs to the creators who made them — I only automate installing them. Full credits and links are in the guide that comes with it. Please go support these people 💜

⬇️ Download: SFS | GitHub

📋 Want to see exactly what's included first? Here's the full list of every mod, fix, and tool, with credits: https://github.com/familyfunds/sims2-essentials-setup-tool/blob/main/GUIDE.md

More details under the cut 👇

Did you know you can modify your game files to start with custom lots in the lot bin? Did you know you can add your favorite lots to the program files and you'll never have to import them ever again? I sure didn't. Here's how.

Part 1: Freshen Up That Lot!

Locate the lot you want to freshen up. If it's in your Documents > LotCatalog, it'll be named something like cx_00000001.package. [Hint: you can use CleanInstaller to browse your LotCatalog with pictures!]

Clean it up using LotCleaner and LotCompressor (and Magic Wand, if you want). Here's a tutorial. Do NOT skip this step, or you risk contaminating future save files with old sim references.

Make it a spiffy new picture. Personally I like to lump my similar lots together with a similar title/street name. And I color-code using CatherineTCJD's color-coding format. If you want to match me, you can download my template psd here.

Open your lot in Simpe and replace that old preview. Click 'jpg/png image'. Right click the property > Replace. Change file format to 'all files' to see your image. Click either 'yes' or 'no' on the 'resource changed' popup (it doesn't matter--one updates the image preview immediately, the other doesn't). Click save.

Part 2: Relocation Time! *MAIN LOT BIN*

You cleaned up your lot, right? No sim references left? Don't skip this step or you risk messing up future hoods. Clean up that lot!

Select your lot file and rename it to the cx_00000000.package format. You can use any numbers but it must be in that format and have 8 digits. The number denotes the order so get creative with your categories. (ex: lots cx_00000100-150: modern houses / cx_00000200-250: beachy, etc.). You can use any bulk renamer to rename files in order without having to manually number each one.

Pick an Expansion for your files. Mansion and Garden comes first in the lot bin, Base Game last. The expansion you select will denote the location of your lots within the catalog. The file location is the same in every expansion, so you can even spread your lots around for max organization.

Move your cx_#.package lot file to Program Files > The Sims 2 > [expansion of your choice (ex. Nightlife)] > TSData > Res > UserData > LotCatalog. You will already see some files here. These are the maxis lots that fill the lot bin every new game. You can delete them if you really want to, or just change the extension to something else to make them go away. (Catherine has a backup if you need them back.)

Done! Now your custom lots will prefill the lot bin every time you generate a new The Sims 2 save file in your documents!

This will not pre-fill existing games. If you want to put your new clean lots into your current file, rename your main The Sims 2 save file (in your Documents folder) something else. Launch Sims 2 so it regenerates a clean copy. Create a new Hood, let the game load, and check out the LotCatalog. It will be now filled with your brand-new lots. Copy them over to your main file's LotCatalog. [Check your main LotCatalog in game to make sure you won't be deleting/overwriting anything you want to keep (make a backup just in case!) Check it again with CleanInstaller. Do not delete/overwrite occupied homes! And delete your old and crusty lots in game if you want to be extra safe.]

Part 3: Relocation Time... 2! *SPECIALTY LOT BIN*

You cleaned up your lot, right? No sim references left? Don't skip this step or you risk messing up future hoods. Clean up that lot.

We will now populate the second tab in the lot catalog, the Specialty lot bin that holds Hotels and Apartments. You can put whatever you want in here; it doesn't have to be hotels or apts. You can move lots from the main catalog to this one, if you want. These lots do not appear in the LotCatalog of your main save file, in case you try to look for them there later. They only exist in the program files.

Rename your files. Unlike the previous lots, you can name these lots anything you want, as long as it ends in _Permanent.package. stinky_Permanent.package is perfectly fine. Name it something descriptive.

Pick an Expansion for your files. You can put them in any Expansion folder, but personally I keep my apts in Apartment Life to stay organized.

Move your files. Take your stinky_Permanent.package and move it to Program Files > The Sims 2 > [expansion of your choice (ex. Nightlife)] > TSData > Res > LotTemplates. You'll see some other files here already. These are blank lots and hotels/apts (if you're in Apt Life or Bon Voyage). Don't touch the blank lots, but you can remove the hotels/apartments if you don't want them. (You can move them to the main lot bin by renaming the files to the cx_# format and moving to the location in part 2). You can open them in SimPe to check what they are, but Catherine has a visual list here.

Done! These lots will appear in the Specialty lot bin every time you boot up the game, even in your current saved game.

Have fun and enjoy organizing!

[PS: did you know you can not only delete or relocate existing bin lots, but replace them with better, and cooler lots by simply overwriting the existing cx_0000000 files in your UserData > LotCatalog folders? Catherine has a visual guide which file is which, if you want to reinvent them all. The lot bin is your oyster!]

I've always hated how the camera jumps up and down when playing tall and slim buildings. Turns out, it's really easy to fix! It’ll take you less than a minute. All the details under the cut.

I've always hated how the camera jumps up and down when playing tall and slim buildings. Turns out, it's really easy to fix! It’ll take you less than a minute. All the details under the cut.

Part 1 is for the boys and men!

I felt that some of these meshes didn't have many recolors so I had to fix that :)

It's been a while since I gave an update on how the Fame Pack is going.

I am very excited to let you all know that @dimond3d (creator of the masterpiece that is the Simwood series) is now a part of this project and has been hard at work on creating custom animations for the recording booth!

Previews are under the cut.

eight Nightcrawler hairs for you~ Poppet V2 textures/colours, merged naturals, grey linked to black

eight Nightcrawler hairs for you~ Poppet V2 textures/colours, merged naturals, grey linked to black