i need to make my island look less empty

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i have some ideas for an elfcore type island, ya know grass an stuff.. but i dont know how exactly to set things out so they look good..
Can anyone help ??

 

[Dunquixote]

You should take a look at some pinterest designs. You can find a lot of amazing designs on there that might give you an idea how to lay things out. You can also try using this to help plan out your island.

 

[QueenCobra]

I like to terraform to create new spaces, and I also just have a lot of random outdoor furniture laying around lol, including one of those things you stick your face in for a photo. (I made a sumo design on that one, to make it look like you were putting your face on a sumo wrestler’s body.) I also plant a bunch of flowers, have a vegetable garden, and decorate for the holidays.

You can use recipes to make some things…for elfcore, the glowing moss or Tree’s Bounty series might look nice.

Gyroids also make for fun outdoor decor.

 

[ellienoise]

I always visit dream islands and watch youtube videos to get inspiration for my towns. I too hate when they are too empty. I think cluttering a town properly is a form of art, it can work great or it can really look bad. When you say elfcore, do you mean nature like? do you mean castle walls and old decoration? what is the vibe you are going for? that way I can offer some suggestions. I do have a couple of towns that come to mind when you say elfcore.

If you're going for a flowery vibe, this youtube channel has several suggestions on how to arrange flowers in a beautiful way:

Here's a tutorial on how to use islands and different heights to make a very fairy-like entrance to your town:

Again, when I hear elflike my mind goes to different elevations and lots of greenery, here's a beautiful tutorial:

If you give me a specific vibe or idea I can look stuff up for you! let me know!