After I don’t even know how many years of having TS4, you know that I finally have a PC powerful enough to handle almost 100,000 CC files between build/buy and CAS, and still let me play in live mode!
And obviously, what better way to take advantage of this than to start a project that’s probably way too big for me?
Let’s make one thing clear: I used to be able to draw, but right now the only thing I’m capable of drawing is related to my job, clothes. Yeah I’m a fashion designer.
But I’ve been dying to create something artistic, so I decided to use TS4 to make it happen.
I write, and I’m deep in my Hansry hyperfixation era (Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2), and I’ve written several fanfics. Right now, one of the longest-running ones is this modern AU I’m co-writing with a very dear friend of mine, and I decided to try using TS4 to turn this fic into a visual novel…..!!
I knew it would be a lot of work, but I didn’t expect this much.
Between: hunting for poses, props and accessories for the Sims, trying to get the ReShade presets to behave (damned alpha hair transparency issues), Photoshop crashing, poses I want but nobody has ever created so I’ll probably have to try making them myself in Blender (unless some kind soul helps me because I have no idea what I’m doing), installing WickedWhims and TOOL, like… mods I’ve never used in my life, finding the right angles for screenshots… it’s a lot.
AND on top of that, I’ve never had any experience making a storyboard, so I’ve been trying to lay out the first page since Friday night and I’m still not satisfied!
Anyway, all this to say: I am absolutely open to any kind of advice or help, because I really care about this project! ❤️
My friend deserves to see our creation “brought to life” even if it’s not a fanart and even if it’s just me doing it instead of a super dedicated reader (although nothing stops them from continuing to draw fanart regardless!)
I love her to pieces, and we’re building something big and incredible together, so I want to do this right!
An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works
I've been working on a free resource website for Sims 4 CC creators called Resources4CC. It's a directory of 100% free tutorials, assets, and useful websites related to creating Sims 4 custom content of all kinds: maxis match, alpha, script mods, meshing, recolors, and more.
If you'll get use out of this site and want to help it grow, please reblog this post to spread the word :)
Over my years making CC, I've often ran into problems finding tutorials, graphics, and tools. People share them on forums, on Tumblr, on YouTube, and even their own websites! So I decided to start R4CC for fellow CC creators who would like a sortable list of free resources, all gathered onto one convenient site.
Note: All the entries link off to the original pages. Nothing but the occasional thumbnail image is hosted on R4CC.
On R4CC, you'll find:
TUTORIALS made by the community for creating CC of all varieties, as well as for using common programs.
ASSETS including patterns, color palettes, graphics, fonts and more.
WEBSITES full of their own tutorial and asset libraries, as well as inspiration for CC, help forums, game mods, and other community resources.
More info under the cut!
But first, a cry for help. This is a Herculean task, yes. I'm an ambitious fool. While I did my best to start the site off with plenty of resources (99 entries, to be exact), it's very incomplete!
Do you know of something that could be a great fit for the site? Suggest it via the contact page! The form helps me stay organized and makes sure I won't miss anything, so please don't send recs thru Tumblr. Questions and other comments are encouraged!
FAQ
or at least i assume people might ask these things idk faq is a lot snappier
How do the directories work?
Directories are split into 3 broad categories:
1. Tutorials is for the how; written and video tutorials and program walkthroughs.
2. Assets will cover the what; free design resources and downloads.
3. Websites is the where; free programs and community sites, as well as websites that consolidate assets and tutorials themselves.
Some websites contains massive amounts of tutorials and assets (ex: the S4S forums). In these cases, R4CC will point you towards the homepage or subpages in the websites directory. Select tutorials and assets are still spotlighted, but most won't be catalogued. If you can't find the tutorial or asset you're looking for, give that directory a search!
What is R4CC's AI content policy?
No AI. I only feature visual resource websites that prohibit AI content, programs without AI features, and 100% human-made assets and tutorials. If you spot slop, alert me! Due to AI disclosures not being universal, the onus of identification falls on the consumer; I greatly appreciate your help in keeping R4CC and the CC community at large authentic.
Are you planning to add more directories?
As of right now, I can't think of any categories that would warrant their own directory as opposed to a filter tag. There will be many more filters to come as new resources are added.
I have a feature suggestion or bug report!
To suggest content you think I should add to the site or to report issues, please use the contact form to let me know.
I want my content removed from the site.
Message me on Tumblr (quicker response) or through the contact form and I will remove it ASAP, no questions asked. I will also avoid including your work in future updates. If you're still okay with it being included in future updates, please let me know when you're requesting removal so I don't add you to that list!
I want to change something about how my content appears on the site.
Message me on Tumblr or use the form to get in touch. If you want to be credited by a different username, have your entry link to a different site, if I got something wrong, etc. I will update it ASAP. Hell I'll put sparkles on your entries or decorate them a bit if you ask me to a little whimsy is never bad
Will you add a search bar to the site?
Don't ask me no personal shit like this. (I don't know how to; help wanted!)
Do you want help with the site?
If you'd like to volunteer something, then feel free to DM me with your ideas. Right now, I'm not actively looking for anything except more to catalogue! (And maybe that search bar...)
Some of the filters are empty!
As of right now, there are 99 total entries but you may notice that 4 filters have zero results. A couple of things and projects have come up that require the majority of my attention, so I can't spend the absolutely heinous amount of time per day I was spending on the site before.
Because of that, I decided it was best if I went ahead with launching. It contains a lot of useful stuff already, plus if people really like it, that'll help me justify prioritizing it also my ADHD is entirely unmedicated so if it just sits there I am definitely gonna forget I even made it. Most importantly though, some very kind simmers might suggest things while I'm busy.
Updating entries takes a few minutes, but searching for them can take a lot longer - so IMO, it's better to open up that possibility instead of letting it collect dust!
Thanks for being so supportive of me over the years. I hope this site can give back to the community a bit and help spread some knowledge :)
Hey everyone! It’s been ages since I last uploaded a full townie makeover collection. This time I worked on the residents of Strangerville, one of my favorite worlds. Most outfits stay close to vanilla, but I tweaked anything that looked weird, out of place, or just needed improvement using CC and EP items. I’d honestly love to do collections like this for every world, but since I’ve already uploaded some households separately, I decided to just go with whatever feels right. Hope you enjoy!
The Windenburg Townies were actually uploaded on SFS years ago... this is the renewal version. Still my favorite world because of how many fun NPCs it has. Some outfits were updated using EP/CC items. You may see missing item notifications when placing the Sims, since I excluded certain WW CCs (like Simdulgence body hair). If you already have them installed, the Sims will look a bit more detailed, but if not, it’s completely fine either way 😌
A small lookbook with Saxen because I love sleeves and wanted to play dress up with some new outfits I got (plus Rook's coat because I realised I'd never shared a pic with him in it and he looks so good).
1: Outfit | Hat | Hair
2: Outfit & hat (early access) | Hair | Boots
3: Outfit | Hair
4: Outfit | Hair | I can't remember who made the headdress and unfortunately Better Exceptions only ran off half the CC he was wearing 😭 Will edit when I find out...
Thank you to @morrigan-sims , @strangestorytellersims , @valley-tulya , @lady-moriel , @shandir , @goamazons , @simandy for the wonderful CC! I think the CAS poses were by @helgatisha and @nell-le ❤️
