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   SwitchWitch 2017 Answers!

   Teeturtle - I do love Halloween shirts, I like the 'Tis the Season and Most Wonderful Time of the Year ones especially
   
   Criobru - I don't know... maybe?
   
   Indie Makeup - I know nothing about makeup and don't really wear it so... no real feelings?
   
   Scooby Doo - I don't like it but I don't hate it?
   
   New things this year - Within the last year I got into cross-stitch, Yuri on Ice and translating
   
   K beauty - widely available here and generally not too interested
   
   Hand painted container - Sure, I have a display thing for my bottles but there is a little bit of overflow now
   
   Coffee/Tea - I don't drink coffee at all and only occasionally tea. I don't have a few tea bags for loose leaf teas (too lazy for a strainer >.>) but I could use a few more of those perhaps.
   
   Moonalisa - The misters, lotions and sugar scrubs look nice. Smell wise I'd be interested in Conjuring Room, Mabon, Sweetgrass and Smoke, the Witching Hour, Kyphi Magic, Witches Circle and Green Witch.
   
   Halloween Wreath - No thank you
   
   Haus of Gloi - soap, lotion or scrubs are always a yes for me. Scent wise Apothecary, Cozy Sweater, Haus Amber and maybe A Place in Space
   
   Cocoa Pink - same as above, for smells Black, Black Widow, Egyptian Musk, Glowing Eyes or Lucid Dreaming sound nice
   
   Stationary - basics are always useful
   
   Lush - I like lords of misrule and soaps
   
   Future Primitive - I'm always open to soap, lotion and scrubs.
   
   UK things - I was just in the UK but I can't think of anything in particular... maybe those um... caramel wafer bar things? I can't remember the name >.< te..tenny's?
   
   Podcasts - The only one I really listen to is My Favorite Murder. Stuff from that would be cool! Or suggestions for other podcasts even
   
   Nui Cobalt- I don't really see anything in particular I'd want
   
   Halloween Candles - No thank you
   
   ILNP - I RARELY paint my nails, but those chromes do look really cool I am a bit tempted to try them
   
   Hobbies/Crafts - Nothing in particular actually
   
   Spell Kit/Magic Tea - I don't know anything about them to be honest
   
   Poetry - Generally pretty meh on poetry tbh
   
   Handmade Critters, etc. - Maybe? I'm not sure to be honest
   
   Yarn - No thanks
   
   Donations - There's a lot of places in the states that could use a LOT of help right now and I couldn't even hope to make a comprehensive list... but I would definitely appreciate donations to them
   
   Last two updates - I've been away for almost a year so I have very little idea about the most recent ones, I'll try to catch up but just know I'm a sucker for anything leather/spice and food/flower/fruits are my no-nos.
   
   How do you feel about nail wraps? - I wouldn't have the first idea how to use them lol
   
   if you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)? - I don't use many knitted things
   
   If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why? - I literally have no idea... I will think on it
   
   If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why? - I would want to go way back to see things that no longer exist, like the library of Alexandria or things like that
   
   If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite? - No idea...
   
   Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best. - No thanks
   
   Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else? - Hmmm gonna have to go strong maybe? I am in the process of cleaning out my closet so it seems dangerous to say anything else
   
   Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends? - Nothing specific that I can think of
   
   Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? - I don't like foody smells but maybe the orange vetiver one could be good
   
   What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from? - I like bats, organs, blood, body parts, things like that. I'm not as fond of witches and cutesy things.
   
   Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate? - I eat far more candy than I should lol. I am not a fan of candy corn but most things dark chocolate and/or caramel will be loved as long as they DON'T have nuts (including coconut) or fruit
   
   Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have? - No thanks
   
   Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art? - No thanks
   
   Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc? - I don't know what some of those things are but I do have a use for hair stuff. I use those like... wrap around hair ties? a lot because the normal circle type don't work as well with my hair which is super long and fine.
   
   What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy? - I'm always up for local stuff! Honey... I'm not sure if it can be sent to Japan? So maybe not that just to be safe
   
   Are you interested in any prescription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy? - Not in the right area
   
   Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.? - No eyelashes probably but anything else, sure
   
   How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes? - I usually just use pandora
   
   Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book? - I like real books but don't have space so I prefer on my Kobo (.pdf or .epub best but .mobi can work too). I like urban fantasy, mm, normal fantasy, etc but I'm up for anything
   
   Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders? - I have an oil warmer and a resin burner. I... may be able to use one of those for wax but I haven't actually checked... I'll have to look into that. I use frankincense, myrrh and dragons blood in the resin burner a lot so anything with kind of a spicy sent like that I like.
   
   Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials? - I'm not into any crafts at the moment so will have to say not at the moment
   
   Like beer/booze/wine? What styles most appeal to you? - I don't drink so no
   
   Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors! - Hmm maybe not
   
   For those who watch certain movies every year for Halloween, what are those movies, whether horror or not? Any favorite horror movies that aren't necessarily on the annual-viewing list? How do you feel about fan-made merch for these movies? - I don't watch many movies but I do like fan made merch
   
   Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?- I play FFXIV mostly, I still need to finish FFXV too. I haven't looked into anything recently just for lack of time
   
   How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)? - Not into scarves
   
   Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like? - No one but me
   
   Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update? - In order of most to least interesteing: Blood Bond, Hokum, Embalmed Mummy, Headless Horseman, Mummy Tomb Incense, Christopher, Sisters of the Moon, Dark House of NAVA, Polter-Guests
   
   Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things) - Not too much
   
   Here's a few questions from me: Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner? If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type? - no thanks
   
   Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year? - I have never been to a trader joe's so hit me up with whatever pumpkin nonsense
   
   Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets? - I do bake, usually just cookies. I make molasses crackle, gingerbread or chocolate chip normally but if you have a new recipe along those lines I'd be interested!
   
   I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......would a witches want anything from here? Bike or beach related?? - No thanks
   
   What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice. - Hmm, I'm pretty open to anything... maybe something to eat?
   
   Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps? - No thanks
   
   Favorite gemstones? - lapis lazuli, turquoise, black opal, sapphire, emerald
   
   If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky? - definitely not big and gaudy, and not chunky either I would think. I like things that are tribal/gothic/or just generally unique
   
   Any love of pirates or SCA? - I'm not sure what SCA is, but I like pirates
   
   Is there anything you would like from Disney World? - No thanks
   
   Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong? - I'm a casual fan, I'm in Ravenclaw
   
   How do you feel about chokers? - I like them
   
   I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so! - I don't mind lavender at all, it's one of the more acceptable flowers But I'm generally so-so on it
   
   are you into divination? - I am not
   
   World my Witchee be interested in a Tarot or Astrology reading done personally? - Sure, why not
   
   Does my Witchee need any magical supplies? - Nope!
   
   Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)? - I'm always up for soap lol Let's see, sex machine, blackbeard, zombie repellent or sandalwood + amber sound nice!
   
   It seems like there's a question about socks on the questionnaire, but I don't think it got down to this level: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference? - I don't wear wool or really particularly thick socks. Other than that I generally like ankle or a little above, the no-show type are nice too but they tend to slip on me for reasons I will never understand. Nothing knee length or above I would say too.
   
   Would you be open to previously-loved books? - Always
   
   What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP? - I love partials
   
   So what are your favorite fandoms? - I'm deep into Yuri on Ice, but also like FFVII (Zack especially), FFXIV, Majin Tantei Loki Ragnarok, Tiger & Bunny and a few pokemon (Arcanine, charizard)
   
   Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com - I love think geek, but I often have a hard time choosing a particular item or two to say I want Just glancing through I like the Winged Gladiator Sandals and a full half of the board games including epicquest and punderdome or even disturbed friends.
   
   Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to? - Not that I can think of? I think I mentioned I don't like anything with nuts/fruit in it there but that's maybe worth restating.
   
   If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits. - Full on medieval. Heavy oak furniture with pretty carvings, rich but simple colors, just a touch gothy.
   
   Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting? - No thanks, I don't use them
   
   BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll) - No thank you
   
   Do you like Broadway shows/music? If so what are some of your favorites and/or ones that you hope to see or listen to eventually? Would you like merch from your favorite shows or CDs from shows you want to listen to? - I don't really know much about Broadway musicals to be honest
   
   I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there? - I can't think of anything specific right now
   
   I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there? - Same as above
   
   Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)? - I'm always open to soap
   
   Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items. - Nothing that I can think of... there's a shop somewhere making Otabek Acrylic Stands but I can't remember the name of it >.<
   
   Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Include as specific as you want to get! - Hmm that's tough. If I lived in a house I would buy furniture. Where I am now, hmmm. Probably a nendroid sized leather jacket and just a bunch of really cool jewlery lol
   
   See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc? - I love pumpkin spice so any of that <3 I do NOT like apples, so none of that
   
   Are any witchees into coloring books? I have too many
   
   Witchees, is there anything that catches your eye at Animi Causa (https://www.animicausa.com/shop/)? I do rather like the scratch off maps. I have a map I put stickers on to mark where I've been but a scratch one would be pretty cool.
   
   If I were to find an adorable autumnal/Halloween-y dish/flatware/etc. design, how many settings would be needed in your household? None, I live in a dorm-style place with it's own dishware.
   
   Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm No thanks
   
   do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above? I don't like baths, I only take showers
   
   What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? Would you like decals, skins, or cases for any of these? I'm good on my phone case, I don't carry my laptop around much so not that. Maybe a new case for my Kobo Aura. I like the book style ones with a cover, not the pouches, but the one I have is getting a bit frayed
   
   Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? I'm generally not a fan of bath and body works, the scents are too fruity or strong for me usually, but a couple of the lighter ones aren't too bad. I had a sweet pea hand sanitizer for a while that was okay, for example
   
   I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but...What kind of crystals would you like? I can't think of any, I'm not a big crystals person I like blue??
   
   Pumpkin or Zucchini bread? Pumpkin bread <3
   
   What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite? Chocolate chip or molasses or gingerbread or or or (I love cookies)
   
   Could you use a muscle rub? - That sounds really interesting... sure why not
   
   Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur? No thank you
   
   Want some honey from the bees on our property? - I don't think it's legal to send here
   
   Would you like some homemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry. - I don't think it would survive the trip well lol
   
   How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero. - No thank you
   
   I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" - No thank you
   
   Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight.
   Or how about a couple of pillowcases? - Hmmm pillow cases could work, can never have too many pillow cases
   
   do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need? - Don't need them
   
   Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/ - They are lovely, but not quite my style
   
   Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures? - Animals would be wolves, big cats, horses, iguanas and bats. mythical creatures would be dragons and gryphons.
   
   would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!) - No thanks
   
   Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)? - No thanks
   
   Is anyone here into zero waste, plastic free living, urban homesteading, or any simplicity/minimalism-esque lifestyles? If so, could you use any tools or equipment? - Not really
   
   Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners? - No thanks
   If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES? - I don't use stationary really
   What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads? - I don't really use paperclips but post it pads I use a lot
   
   Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson - there are quite a few really lovely ones there, I would prefer an item to a print as I have exactly zero wall space left
   
   Does anything catch your eye from Ten Thousand Villages? http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/ - I'm always open to soap
   
   Would you be into receiving hand made (crocheted, sewn, felted, chain maille, scale, or duct tape, in my case, depending on the item) dishclothes? Scarf/shawl? Hat? Bag? Anything? Colors? (Duct tape, chain maille, and scales come in colors.) - hmm chain maille or scale could be cool... I don't know what though
   
   Do you collect anything from SBUX like City Mugs, City Mug ornaments, City Cards, or Bearistas? If so, which do you need/want? Or would you like a City Mug or an ornament for fun? - Nope
   
   anybody want homemade fudge? I can do chocolate with or without nuts, peanut butter, and butterscotch. - No thanks
   
   do you like spicy foods? I am currently addicted to these suckers and want to send you some buffalo ridged kettle potato goodness (https://www.billygoa...shop/1lb-kicker) - I can't do spicy food at all
   
   what would you like from the Weenies updatus giganticus??? - I'm interested in September Midnight, Maybe dead leaves, tuscan leather, white amber and mimosa blossom (though I'm not sure how the leaf note will work on me...), Chiroptophobia, Hemophobia, Groan of Mortal Terror, The Mournful Influence of the Unperceived Shadow and You Fancy Me Mad
   
   Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? Mitts, hat, shawls, unicorn... http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/ - No thank you
   
   What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs? - A bottle of Boadicea (I only have an imp and ADORE it) I also really want to try Fetish Goth and Rivet Goth
   
   What are some things you do NOT want to receive? - anything that hangs on a wall, I have NO wall space
   
   is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of?
   http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store - The triggers design is pretty, I wouldn't want a print or anything that goes on a wall though
   
   Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things? - No thank you
   
   Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ If so, which products/scents/flavors? - Lavender or oatmeal and clove soap could be nice
   
   How do you feel about these little guys? I think they're adorable and kind of want them all, but especially the ghost and pirate ones. https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions - No thank you

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   Vanesa's SW Answers

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   2017 Already?

   Hello dear Witch. I'm following along with the master question list, but I may fall a bit behind. Feel free to poke me if you need an answer to anything.
   
   ***A note on spooky things*** Since it's Halloween, I want to reiterate a point from my wishlist. I am, for lack of a better word, superstitious. I do NOT want any items that are in the spooky/scary/gorey realm. Nothing referencing death, demons, or supernatural evil please. I can enjoy the occasional cutesy ghost or friendly witch, but I really and truly find macabre items disturbing. I do not want to invite that type of energy in my house. That applies to imagery and scent descriptions. No death, no demons, no exceptions.
   
   9/27/17
   
   How do you feel about these little guys? I think they're adorable and kind of want them all, but especially the ghost and pirate ones. https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions No thanks!
   
   9/26/17
   
   Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? Mitts, hat, shawls, unicorn... http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/ The armwarmers are cute, but I wear black/red/grey during the winter, so most of these colors don't really work. Purple and blue are warm weather colors
   
   What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs? Needle in a Haystack.
   
   What are some things you do NOT want to receive? Knick knacks, incense (or other strongly scented home or body products that I haven't said were ok), heavily processed foods, and non-BPAL perfume. Honestly, though, I'll be happy with whatever you send
   
   is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of?
   http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store No thanks
   
   Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things? They're usually not my style, and I don't do DDLM, but if you see something that seems like my taste - sure!
   
   Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ If so, which products/scents/flavors? I think I have F Balm liked on a wishlist somewhere....
   
   9/25/17
   
   Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners? Maybe. I always look at the calendars and day planners every time I go somewhere that sells them, but then I never actually buy anything. I get decision paralysis with all the options. Calendar wise, it's nice to have something magnetic that can fit on our fridge (up on the freezer door so that kiddo can't reach it). Day planner wise, I like space for notes, full month views, and no extraneous foofera (like, I don't need 12 pages for phone numbers or time zone conversions. That's what cell phones and the internet are for)
   If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES? I'm pretty open. I usually like darker colors (black, jewel tones, the same as my clothing tastes), but for work I use a bright blue almost turquoise color scheme. I trend classic and/or minimalist in my stationery tastes. The only things I don't like are 1.) super cutesy stuff - nothing that is reminiscent of Lisa Frank or Hello Kity and 2.) stationery with so much design that there is not actual space to write. If a post-it note has an all-over pattern, it needs to be subtle enough that I can write over it and still read what I wrote.
   What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads? I'm down! My only rule is that it has to be actually usable. If function was sacrificed for design, it will drive me mad.
   
   Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson I don't think so. I like some of her stuff a lot, but I couldn't find a combination of 1.) art I like, 2.) that isn't too creepy, 3.) on a product I would use, and 4.) in the right color scheme for the room where it would be used.
   
   Does anything catch your eye from Ten Thousand Villages? http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/ Whoo, that was a lot of stuff to go through. I'm listing by categories below. I want to mention that I sometimes list items on wishlists that are WAY too expensive for a swap like this (similarly, I've got DIY projects liked that are way too complex). I figure it can be useful to get a sense of taste, but it's in no way intended to suggest that I expect crazy expensive stuff!
   Jewelry:
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/jewelry/choose-your-mood-bracelet
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/jewelry/bohemian-midnight-earrings
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/jewelry/peruvian-palace-earrings
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/jewelry/silver-cascade-earrings
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/jewelry/cloud-nine-earrings
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/jewelry/silver-wave-earrings
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/jewelry/pyramid-necklace
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/jewelry/filigree-branches-bracelet
   Kitchen/Dining:
   - Spring time floral napkins: http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/tabletop/7358dcfe02f7c4df66dc714d53bb8471
   - Spring time floral table cloth: http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/tabletop/8ac865faa062db2cb2f9b46922359e55
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/tabletop/slate-stone-serving-board
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/tabletop/slate-stone-tray
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/tabletop/two-stone-serving-board
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/drinkware/icy-whirlpool-pitcher
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/phoenician-green-carafe
   Home:
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/home-decor/shared-loaf-warmer-basket(not really my aesthetic, but I love the concept)
   - Burgundy twist basket: http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/home-decor/19421f4fd076560a2c7b28f4eef5830d
   - Rippling star basket: http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/home-decor/8d30f086c45c2148567db8731cb15b5f
   - Whirlpool basket: http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/home-decor/whirlpool-basket
   - Skyflight basket: http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/home-decor/0a6e0a3b7cafac089edfce8f5b2d2ab3
   - Circuit board box: http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/home-decor/675537523d46e6c922314c6b27e2ee48
   Holiday:
   - http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/nativities-and-festive-decor/eternal-forest-garland(not sure what I'd do with it, but it's kind of cool)
   
   Would you be into receiving hand made (crocheted, sewn, felted, chain maille, scale, or duct tape, in my case, depending on the item) dishclothes? Scarf/shawl? Hat? Bag? Anything? Colors? (Duct tape, chain maille, and scales come in colors.) I am super pro-handmade as long as it fits my general tastes
   
   Do you collect anything from SBUX like City Mugs, City Mug ornaments, City Cards, or Bearistas? If so, which do you need/want? Or would you like a City Mug or an ornament for fun? Nope. I do drink Starbucks when travelling, but I don't collect their merch.
   
   anybody want homemade fudge? I can do chocolate with or without nuts, peanut butter, and butterscotch. Sure. I'm not a huge fan of super, super sweet things.
   
   do you like spicy foods? I am currently addicted to these suckers and want to send you some buffalo ridged kettle potato goodness (https://www.billygoa...shop/1lb-kicker) I'm generally good with spicy, but I don't like vinegar based hot sauces (e.g. Tabasco) or the taste of peppers (as in, I'm fine with foods made with/from peppers but I wouldn't want to bite in to a piece of pepper). The chips look like a great snack.
   
   what would you like from the Weenies updatus giganticus??? Shockingly, I think I'm good. There are a few "hmm, maybe" scents, but nothing that makes me go MUST HAVE. I'm waiting for the BPTP update.
   9/24/17
   
   do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need? Nope
   
   Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/ There are definitely some pretty ones there. Nothing is a must have for me, but I do think they're generally nice.
   
   Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures? Dogs, wolves, some bats are pretty adorable, big cats can be gorgeous. I'm an ecumenical animal lover
   
   would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!) No thanks, but have fun!
   
   Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)? Take a Knee sounds good, and I love the cause. It's almost enough to make me break my I have too much and am not buying more rules.
   
   9/23/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? www.bathandbodyworks.com/ So, I can't walk into a B&BW without my asthma going crazy, which means that I actually don't know if I like any of their stuff. If there's a significantly less strongly scented line, maybe? I am pretty content without it unless there's something there you think I *must* have
   
   I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but...
   What kind of crystals would you like? Um, I don't know crystals especially well. I think there have been some purple crystals featured in jewelry that I love, but I'm not really crafty enough to make my own jewelry. Not sure?
   
   Pumpkin or Zucchini bread? Yes
   
   What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite? Oatmeal chocolate chip, Mexican wedding cookies (under any of their million names), regular chocolate chip, anything heavily chocolatey, peanut butter cookies, ginger snaps. I enjoy most cookie varieties, really.
   
   Could you use a muscle rub? (We make ours on the lunar cycle and it has menthol, wintergreen, habanero, cayenne, olive oil, st. john's wort, arnica, beeswax, calendula, and ginger. It tingles. We call it "Thunder Butter". If you have really really super sensitive skin, I would recommend against it. And don't take a hot shower or open all of your pores before using it.) Hmm, maybe? I do have sensitive skin but it's usually not spices that aggravates it. On the other hand, somehow my father and husband have hoarded three things of tiger's balm and I have three menthol/vick's-esque balms as well, so maybe we should stop.
   
   Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur? Yes!
   
   Want some honey from the bees on our property? Oh wow, yes! So cool.
   
   Would you like some homemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry. Sounds delicious. I will mention that while I love homemade foods, I do prefer not to get home-canned items unless you're pretty confident in your skills. No first time attempts, please! *ETA* I say this for safety reasons, not taste reasons. I'm down for home-cooked experiments, I just don't want botulism
   
   How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero. I love spicy but hate the taste of most peppers so probably not.
   
   I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" (as voodoocatwoman calls them!) I wash, peel, core, and slice before dehydrating. Yum! Also, my kid is crazy into dried and freeze dried fruits, so I will take any and all varieties (except raisins, F raisins)
   
   Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight. Possibly! We use a fox patterned fabric (cute foxes, blue background) very similar to what's on your site for all of our son's food bags (i.e. zip-up fabric snack bags, fabric sandwich wraps, a wet/dry bag that we use to carry his snacks in the car), so something in that pattern could be very useful particularly if it can hold small food items or be used as a lunch sack. I'm also a frequent work traveler, so bags that can hold small tech items (e.g. usbs, cell phone power packs, and the million cables that go with all our gadgets these days) are always welcome. I probably have too many travel toiletry bags for my own good now, but I've always liked the dopp kit style like the black and white boxed bag on your instagram.
   Or how about a couple of pillowcases? Sure, but I'm fairly boring on that front. All of our sheets are black, white, or grey. Linen or cotton, though I'd be open to other fabrics if you have something you think it amazing. I use 5 pillows personally, so there are a lot of pillows to cover . On beds we mostly use regular size pillows. I suppose we also have several throw pillows if you meant that type of pillow. Oh, and I'm always meaning to buy a bolster to stick in the gap between our headboard and the mattress, so a case for that type of pillow could be useful
   
   9/22/17
   
   Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm No thanks. It looks nice, but I prefer fresh cider.
   
   do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above? I like bubbles. In fact, I love bubbles. I wish every bath included the type of bubbles ordinarily only seen in commercials and vintage pin up illustrations. All the bubbles! The problem is that most more natural bath products I've tried are sadly lackluster in the bubble department
   
   What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? Would you like decals, skins, or cases for any of these? Ooh, good timing, I was literally just poking around etsy trying to find a case for my new phone. I'm getting a fancy phone (a Pixel) for the first time ever. I like having Google branded phones because they have fewer built in crap apps on them and work offered to help pay for my new phone because my current one broke due to a work issue. My case type of choice is that type that flips closed (usually called wallet or portfolio cases), and it looks like nobody makes them for the Pixel. So, I've been scouring the internet looking for either a proper flip case or a back only case that is nifty enough to make me forget that it's not a flip case. Listen, it's the little things that keep me sane these days.
   
   
   9/21/17
   
   See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc? pumkin spice truffles might be good. I don't like maple or caramel, so most of the other fall things are out. The fall brittle collection could be good (love toffee and brittles), but it's kind of weird that they don't list all the contents.
   
   Are any witchees into coloring books? Not especially, but my kid is just now getting into crayons so we could share.
   
   Witchees, is there anything that catches your eye at Animi Causa (https://www.animicausa.com/shop/)? Not really my style. The scratch off maps are semi-interesting and it looks like they have the same hair clip multi tool that think geek does. Otherwise, I try to avoid a lot of plastic in my kitchen and "cute" is just not my aesthetic.
   
   If I were to find an adorable autumnal/Halloween-y dish/flatware/etc. design, how many settings would be needed in your household? 4
   
   9/20/17
   
   Do you like Broadway shows/music? If so what are some of your favorites and/or ones that you hope to see or listen to eventually? Would you like merch from your favorite shows or CDs from shows you want to listen to? I enjoy classic musicals (usually ones that are so counter my personal politics that I have to hang my head in shame, see for example Seven Brides for Seven Brothers), but I'm not up to date on current ones and my husband (a drama nerd) has a serious hatred for some of the ones I like. Probably best to avoid, sadly.
   
   I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there? Uh, nothing I can think of off the top of my head. To be honest, my head starts swimming every time I attempt to look at the exhibitor list. Comics wise, I am a fan of Warren Ellis (though much of his stuff is too horror oriented for me), I *love* webcomics (waaaay too many to list, but some faves are Spike Trotman's sadly defunct Templar AZ , Something Positive, Kill Six Billion Demons has recently been added to my list despite occasionally being to gross, and I have a soft spot for pretty fantasy/porn/bdsm comics like I Roved Out and Alfie - try not to judge me too harshly for that one). *Edit* So of course the lab announced their exclusive scents, and I missed it before answering this. I would use Apple VII and either the Honeyed Apple or maybe the Black Apple and Patchouli hair glosses, but none of those are desperate wishes.
   
   I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there? See above, head swimming
   
   Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)? Too much. I didn't expect this to end up being such a rabbit hole for me. The Africa Camp Tee (XL), Buy Local and Save the Bees dishtowels, Ngamba baskets (any color), Ngamba trivet (blue), Guatemalan spiced trivet (blue), pot holder & cider sachet (blue), brownies, spice mixes, Afghan fluorite earrings, floating drops necklace, and sparkling strands necklace (turquoise) all made my "oh that looks interesting" list before I cut myself off from looking.
   
   Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items. Not really, so I've really loved seeing everyone else's answers!
   
   Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Include as specific as you want to get! I love art! We typically hang a lot of photography, interesting prints, and sketches from favorite webcomic artists on our wall. Right now, however, we're renting a house with walls that can't hold a frame, so all our hanging art is in storage . At our local arts market, I always check out: baskets, boxes, wooden spoons, pretty serving/tableware items, pitchers, earrings, necklaces, and hair toys.
   
   9/19/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com Oh think geek, how I love/hate you. I think the concept is *so* cool, but as a minimalist with some sustainability standards for stuff buying it's hard to find things that aren't useless knick knacks. I am feeling the need to flex my geekiness lately, though, and having a kid gives me a new interest in random toys/games, so I did a thorough look this time. Here's a long list from there. I didn't check prices, so forgive me if there's anything insane on here:
   - Shirts: No (1), Firefly Henley (between L and XL), Kid's No (this is never in stock, but if it ever comes back I think it's awesome)
   - Lounge pants: Constellations (2X)
   - Road trip: Star Trek Sun Shade, Power Banks (I collect power banks. I especially look for unique ones, solar ones, and high capacity ones. I'm an android user.)
   - Books: Hidden Figures, Women in Science, Otherworlds (AKA Pretty Space Pics FTW!), plus in general I love non-branded (ie not star wars/trek, disney, or other large brand) science themed board books for my kid if they add any (Baby Loves Aerospace Engineering is a fave around here)
   - Toys: Spirograph (I remember these!), space coloring book, 3D printer pen, weird puzzles (had a friend who used to be really into these), planet and constellation blocks
   - Random fun: multi-tool hair clips (in black please - I like random practical items and use this type of hair clip for work, so this intrigues me), planetary string lights, cold brew coffee infuser (I think a more pitcher-like bottle would be better, but this sure it pretty)
   
   Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to? I am quite sure you're sick of reading about me at this point and with all the previous years' worth of blogs I can't imagine I've missed anything. If I think of anything crucial, I'll add it here.
   
   Any additional misc. information about yourself you want your Witch to know? (I think this was on the survey, but again if there's something that you forgot...) I do these swaps primarily because I like the idea of a large number of people sitting around thinking about ways to make someone else smile. I am pro crafty-witch, broke-witch, and I-can't-craft-to-save-my-life-witch. I know it can be hard to send things to a picky minimalist so just know that I get as big a kick out of hearing from you as from getting stuff.
   
   If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits. Edwardian industrial with a splash of tropical color? I've written pretty prolifically about this in the past (and I've got a ton of pinterest boards on decor), but I guess the best way to describe it is that I like classic, dark, minimalist underpinnings (e.g. vintage dark wood built in book shelves, old-school English kitchen cabinets, industrial metal shelving, art deco shapes) lightened up with sunshine, art, and intense color.
   
   Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting? I've been hunting for a pretty one lately. Looking for something I can easily toss on in hopes of not getting that wet line on my shirt waist every time I do dishes. I think one that covers the whole chest/torso would be more useful than a half one. I like the idea of cross over ones that don't require a ton of tying, but I also think the more retro cutesy ones are kind of adorable.
   
   BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll) Not my jam specifically, but my kid might like it. On this note, back when the SW DIY board was added to pinterest, I went through and liked items that I thought could be cool. Now that pinterest has taken away the like button (because they're determined to make being on pinterest miserable), I have made the "pins you like" board public and continued to add pins from the SW board and people's personal DIY boards. There are some other random pins mixed in, but I think (hope) it's fairly obvious which are which.
   
   9/18/17
   
   It seems like there's a question about socks on the questionnaire, but I don't think it got down to this level: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference? Not often. I'm in the deep south, so the occasions to wear socks are rare.
   
   Would you be open to previously-loved books? YES!
   
   What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP? BPTP definitely. I'm actually not looking for more BPAL right now - I have a huge backlog of "to-sniff".
   
   So what are your favorite fandoms? Felt like I answered this in the questionnaire. In terms of products, since I mentioned t-shirts, I'll say that star trek, firefly, nasa, webcomic, and literary shirts are probably my geek shirt realm.
   
   9/17/17
   
   I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so! I use lavender bunches in little mini-vases on my kitchen window sill, so that might be cute!
   
   are you into divination? What kind(s) do you currently do? Do you want more books and/or tools for that type (e.g. new tarot cards, new runes)? Is there a new type of #divination you've been meaning to try, and if so, are you looking for the tool, a book on the subject, or both? No, looking into the future has too high a risk on unintended consequences.
   
   World my Witchee be interested in a Tarot or Astrology reading done personally? No
   
   Does my Witchee need any magical supplies? No, and please don't send anything with "intent" unless it's directly from a wish list of mine. I am very cautious about this type of product.
   
   Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)? Cool stuff, but I don't use bar soap.
   9/16/17
   
   Favorite gemstones? Emeralds
   
   If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky? Mix of both? I like statementy stuff made of small, elegant pieces. I have a lot on both etsy and pinterest
   
   Any love of pirates or SCA? YES!!!
   
   Is there anything you would like from Disney World? Not in particular
   
   Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong? Nope, not my jam
   
   How do you feel about chokers? I like them (you'll find a few that I want in my etsy favs), but I find I don't wear them often
   
   9/15/17
   
   Here's a few questions from me: Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage? If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type? These are actually quite cute! Probably best to stick with things that can go on a door for me.
   
   Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year? I do! In fact, since our grocery stores suck, it's typically my main grocery
   
   Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets? Yes! I really need a pepper grinder. A nice pastry cutter would probably get some love too. I'm always down for interesting grains (no quinoa), pastas, or spices. Unusual bean varieties might find some love (I'm a huge bean fan, but my husband isn't. Trying to find ones he'll eat). I have a number of lusts on the King Arthur website - esoteric baking ingredients for the win!
   
   I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......would a witches want anything from here? Bike or beach related?? Don't know it well enough to say. Non-tacky beach stuff could be cool.
   
   What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice. Something local to my witchy.
   
   Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps? Cool
   
   
   9/14/17
   
   Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like? Pup is a huge fan of treats, balls, and kongs. The other small creature likes building/manipulating toys (think duplos, oversized gears, lock boxes), musical instruments, and farm themed stuff. He's also recently discovered that chalk is a lot of fun and thinks books are the greatest thing ever.
   
   Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update? No
   
   Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things) Will have to come back for this. *Edit* Lilith: The Pillory and maybe Wednesday's Child... (again, not actively seeking perfume right now because I have a huge backlog); Puppers: Ella (sounds amazing), Pugsley, Wednesday. I have had my eye on the scoop neck version of the Molly Crabapple shirt for a while.
   
   9/13/17
   
   Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?-
   If you are a gamer do you have a steam/gamestop/amazon wishlist? Not really. Although, if there's such a thing as old-school Bard's Tale merchandise, we might have to talk
   
   How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)? I'm not usually into scarves cause I live in a warm climate, but that leafy one is gorgeous

   • Simple eyelet scarf
   • Chevron scarf
   • Lacy and fuzzy
   • Skinny rib knit (extra long for lots of wrapping)
   • Leafy!
     

   
   Like beer? What styles most appeal to you? I do! I particularly like chocolatey and creamy stouts. I don't like hops, so IPAs are a no for me.
   
   Like booze? What kinds? Yes! Rum, gin, and whiskey are my favorites. Interesting syrups and the like are fun too.
   
   Like Wine? What kinds? Red, typically fairly dry.
   
   Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors! Could be fun!
   
   For those who watch certain movies every year for Halloween, what are those movies, whether horror or not? Any favorite horror movies that aren't necessarily on the annual-viewing list? How do you feel about fan-made merch for these movies? I hate horror. Though I was talking with my husband about the Addams family movies tonight. Maybe we should start watching those for Halloween. We're both big fans.
   
   9/12/17
   
   Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com/ I don't do bar soap, but that is a cute store. I'd be up for trying the liquid soap (probably in the refill packaging - I have bottles), the detox scrub, the sugar scrub, and a sample of the deodorant.
   
   What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from? I like the vintagey look. I'm really not into gorey, kitschy, or horror themed stuff. I don't do too much in the way of cutesy, but wolves, bats, and even the occasional cat are ok.
   
   Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate? Yes, anything that's not too sweet. I admit to liking candy corn in small doses.
   
   Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have? Nope
   
   Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art? Never tried it, but I've seen some and thought it looked kind of interesting.
   
   Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc? Yes! Preferably sleek and elegant leaning.
   
   What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy? ALL OF IT! I love getting a little picture of my witch's home.
   
   Are you interested in any prescription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy? Every once in a while I look at quarterly (or whatever it's called) and think about it, but it's too pricey. Bark box is similarly too pricey. I gave up on snack boxes because they're hit or miss, and there's a lot of extraneous packaging. I've contemplated My Lit Box. I am 100% on board for grain subscriptions, fancy bean clubs, or other things in the CSA/honey subscription/pantry staples box vein.
   
   Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.? Probably wouldn't get much use.
   
   How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes? I mostly use Slacker, but mp3s and the occasional cd are welcome
   
   Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book? Actual book, by far. I feel like I've described my book tastes all up and down this forum, so I won't repeat myself. I will repeat my comment that I don't do horror. At all. Ever.
   
   Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders? I guess an oil diffuser could be interesting. I don't do incense or wax tarts. I like candles but rarely get around to burning them, so I have a huge back stock. Plus, small climby child + open flames = bad.
   
   Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials? I like this idea in theory but I'm not actually competent at any crafts
   
   
   
   9/11/17
   
   I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would want? I don't know enough about Japan to say
   
   How do you feel about nail wraps? Too much work
   
   if you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)?
   - would you use knitted washcloths? a scarf? Are you allergic or sensitive to any fibers? Cowl or handwarmers would get the most use of cold weather things since I live in the South. Some wool makes me itchy, but I don't buy or use enough knitted stuff to really understand what type. I would use knitted cloths.
   
   If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why? I'll have to come back to this one *Edit* I mean, the problem here is that my favorite books aren't very nice to their characters. There's usually some big crisis or quest and, honestly, I'm just not up for that. Maybe an un-named extra from Star Trek. Life seems to be pretty decent in the distant future and there's not much crazy danger if you're not on a star ship. Librarian in charge of ancient histories on an obscure but pleasant planet in the Federation sounds delightful.
   
   If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why? I'd be curious to see Ancient Rome since I was a Classics major, but I'd probably be the type of person who would have too many concerns about temporal rifts and the like to use said time machine.
   
   If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite? Living or dead? I would have liked to have met Oscar Wilde, and I suspect he'd enjoy a good scent. Edgar Allen Poe would either be interesting or disastrous. I think the lab needs a line for NK Jemisin's books, so it'd be interesting to bring her to a MnS.
   
   Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best. I do like her stuff. I have several etsy favs from her.
   
   Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else? Sure! Always love handmade items. I am plus size, though, so maybe a bit more complex.
   
   Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends? Nothing specific comes to mind, but I do go to ren faire and will likely need a new costume for myself and something for the kiddo. I trend towards the pirate/explorer type costumes.
   
   9/10/17
   
   Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet? I have considered picking up a half dozen crafts and then I either don't or do and suck at it. If you have a suggestion, I'm open to learning!
   
   Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for? No. I prefer not to own items that have "intent". As I mentioned, I'm superstitious (not quite the right word, but not sure what other word fits). I believe that attempting to control the world in this way has a very high chance of backfiring/having unintended consequences. Similarly, I don't like to do anything that is intended to divine the future - I think it risks influencing the future poorly.
   
   Do you like poetry? Yes
   
   Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints? Sure
   
   Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness? I don't do any yarn crafts
   
   Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity? Sure. Community based climate change action and environmental justice could probably use it right now. Net neutrality and health related charities are also high on my list. Refugees and famine victims could also use a hand. There's really too many these days...
   
   Please provide wishes from the last two updates? Will come back to this *Edit* Lilith: Huntress, Brunch Witches; American Gods: Eat the Strawberries. Again, I'm trying to behave myself and not buy new perfume, but, then again, I have never succeeded at that before.
   
   9/9/17
   
   Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive? (http://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk/) Huh, not familiar with them, maybe? Probably the bubbling bathing grains. All of the scents looks fine, but the Dust Witch one might trigger some allergies if the smoke/incense notes are dominant.
   
   Are there any UK things you'd like to get? I don't have any easily shippable, uk-exclusive items in mind that I'd like to get. If you're in the UK, then I'm certain that there are uk things that fit my general tastes which I would enjoy, but nothing specific jumps out at me.
   
   Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them? Sorry, no. My media of choice are books and the internet - specifically webcomics, the BPAL forum, the occasional blog (mostly minimalism/simplicity oriented), and, embarrassingly, twitter. I don't do podcasts, tv, or videos on the internet (well, that's not entirely true, my husband can usually get me to watch tabletop, titan's grave, and after hours or obsessive pop culture disorder on cracked).
   
   ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes? http://www.ilnp.com/ WOW! I had sworn off buying nailpolish since I mostly don't get around to doing my own nails, but these are amazing. Maybe one? If I were buying for myself, I'd choose an on-sale polish with colors from my favorite clothing (cobalt blue, deep purple, ruby red, emerald green, and/or silver).
   
   9/8/17
   
   Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc. I do! I lean more towards classic, steampunky, nature oriented, or travel oriented. Not really into the kawaii spectrum. I like practical items!
   
   Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink? Never really excited me.
   - Or Haus of Gloi? No thanks, not seeing anything I have to have this year.
   
   Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath? Yes! See the thread.
   
   Have you seen this: https://www.bustle.c...llection-80733? (Lush Halloween collection.) And what would you like? Not really. I found BPAL through Lush, but I tend to avoid it these days in favor of smaller etailers and more natural products.
   
   9/7/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update? I haven't really tried much of her stuff, but I'd be down to try the bubble bath (hooray bubbles!), salt soaks, carpet fresh (any of the fall scents), dusting powder, milk bath, sugarload scrub, and sugar scrubby scrub. Scent wise, I could try *maybe* Bayou Mist, Blackbread and Marmalade, Cinnamon Blackberry Crunch, Late Harvest, all of the Pumpkin scents, *maybe* Smoldering Havana Charmer, Where's My Pie, and *maybe* the Kitchen Witch scents.
   
   What are your coffee and/or tea preferences?
   - Coffee: whole beans or ground?
   - Flavor and roast preferences?
   - Tea: black, green, herbal, flavors?
   - Loose leaf or tea bags?
   - Anything specific you don't like?
   - Are you in need of any gadgetry?
   I've got a ton of beverages right now, so I'm mostly not looking (which is not to say I wouldn't enjoy them if I got them). Gear wise, I am trying to break the habit of buying bottled cold brew, so I'm definitely on the look out for a nice cold brew pitcher that will fit in my fridge or a cold brew filter that would fit in a separate pitcher without being a pain to store when it's not in use. Nice pitchers or carafes with lids would also be awesome.
   
   9/6/17
   
   How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures?
   - would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around? Hmmm, possibly yes. I don't need BPAL storage cause I've got a great box already, but I do like interesting boxes, pouches, tins, etc.
   
   Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks)
   - What are your faves if you are?
   - If you aren't would you like to try something? Sure, haven't really tried any, but I'm down.
   
   What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever... This is a really amazing question, and I need to think on it a bit. *Edit* To be honest, after much thought, I don't think there is anything. The closest two things are:
   1. the number of natural disasters has increased my prepping tendencies a bit. We live in a hurricane prone area, so I'm trying to be prepared without going full bunker. I really wish that preparedness blogging wasn't the province of crazy conservatives and extreme back to the land types. I'd like sane, practical people talking about how to deal with being without power for 3 weeks in a medium size city without a bunker or an urban farm in your back yard.
   2. I've started travelling a lot for work, so I've gotten in to figuring out how to make travel more pleasant and healthy. I got a frequent flyer points credit card, I'm *this* close to buying myself a face mask to wear on the plane, and I've started reading Road Warriorette. It's getting weird.
   
   9/5/17
   
   What are your feelings about Scooby Doo? Whatevs? Don't love it, don't hate it, get a kick out of the recent trend of Velma pin ups.
   
   How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)? I don't really wear make up much, sorry!
   
   I drink this stuff almost everyday would anyone else be interested in trying it out? [url=https://www.criobru.com/]https://www.criobru.com/

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   SW Q's & A's fall 2017

   BPAL WEENIES: Apple butter rum, Cinnamon Chai Cupcake, all souls, Feeding the Dead, Samhain, September Midnight, Bobbing for Apples, Singularly at Ease
   BPTP: Pomegranate Clove Bath Oil
   
   10/5
   
   would any witchees be interested in NASA swag? I'm now super-close to Marshall Space Flight Center and will be visiting the space center with my kiddo pretty regularly. If so, what would you like? Clothes, a mug, magnets, a plush Snoopy wearing a flight suit? Hubs (Tee? mug? book of cool photos?) & youngest daughter (plushies, books, anything astronaut or planet related) LOVE space stuff. I also enjoy space stuff, although not to the same extreme - Mugs & magnets would be cool for me. Older daughter not really into it much.
   
   does anybody like anything from Solstice Scents? I LOVE their Jack and the Devil. http://www.solsticescents.com/
   FIRES IN THE NIGHT , GEHENNA , MAPLEWOOD INN , OWL CREEK ALEWORKS , SYCAMORE SUGARWORKS , WITCH'S COTTAGE, Cellar all sound good. Burnishing glace or whipped soap sounds especially interesting.
   

    

   
   
   10/1/17
   
   Awesome farmer's market by my house. They have a local honey stand mmmmmm honey! Candles, creams, etc also sound fun!
   
   Smolder Cosmetics. It looks fabulous, but time consuming. If some of the eye products are easy to use & long lasting, then I would enjoy some silvery toned glitter colors (grey, blue, purple) a good eye liner (black or brown) maybe.
   
   Anything from Strobe Cosmetics See above
   
   Hello Kitty No thank you
   
   9/30/17
   
   Would you like anything from the Haus of Gloi Fall Part II update? Apple Milk, Blood Orange Marshmallow, Hex, Olde Cider Haus
   
   9/27/17
   
   How do you feel about these little guys? Cute, but not my thing
   
   9/26/17
   
   Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? Mitts, hat, shawls, unicorn... http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/
   It is all amazing! My girls would almost certainly steal any unicorn from me. I love mitts & have been wanting a slouchy hat and those last 2 shawls - violetas and happy 200 - are soooooo fabulous!
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   What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs? No idea. Anything on my wishlist is great.
   
   What are some things you do NOT want to receive? I can't imagine anyone sending anything that i wouldn't want. only please be careful if you send anything erotic or kink in nature i need to be able to make sure my kids don't see it & start asking Q's - so some sort of warning and/or boring looking cover/wrap would be good
   
   is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of? http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store
   I like "The Reader" - a full sized print probably would end up languishing so perhaps a bag/case or a card sized picture.
   Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. Possibly. If after having read way too much of my likes & dislikes you think I'd like it, then go for it!
   
   Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ vanilla bean body butter, vnilla/vanilla coffee lip balms
   
   9/25/17
   
   Does anything catch your eye from Ten Thousand Villages? http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/ OH! This is one of my favorite stores! You'll find things from them thru out my amazon list.
   Would you be into receiving hand made (crocheted, sewn, felted, chain maille, scale, or duct tape, in my case, depending on the item) dishclothes? Scarf/shawl? Hat? Bag? Anything? Colors? (Duct tape, chain maille, and scales come in colors.) Love handmade things! Especially bags & shawls/wraps. Any craft style works.
   
   Do you collect anything from SBUX like City Mugs, City Mug ornaments, City Cards, or Bearistas? Not unless something catches your eye & makes you think of me.
   
   anybody want homemade fudge? I can do chocolate with or without nuts, peanut butter, and butterscotch. Oh God Yes! the higher the coco count, the better. I love nuts!
   
   do you like spicy foods? No thank you
   
   Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners? I'm good, thanks!
   If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES? What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads? Any of my favorite colors, fandoms, etc. Also, I love natural scenery, a number of art styles, and humor
   
   Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson I am adding some things to my amazon list
   
   9/24/17
   
   do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need? I keep them, but haven't had the chance to turn them into decoration on anything, yet.
   
   Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/ The Pod Collectors, Mama Bear Mountain,Bed Of Earthen Hearts
   
   Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures? Red Wing Blackbirds, bats, wolves, wild cats, ravens/crows, gryphons/griffins/whatever spelling, dragons
   
   would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? No thanks - although my husband might like something small.
   
   Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)? Take a knee sounds good
   
   Is anyone here into zero waste, plastic free living, urban homesteading, or any simplicity/minimalism-esque lifestyles? Not hardcore. However Totes to limit plastic grocery bag use are always welcome!
   9/23/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? some exfoliating item, extra strong moisturizer, bath salts/bubbles vanilla and/or chai and/or apple pie type smells.
   
   I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but...
   What kind of crystals would you like? Only into it for pretty-ness sake.
   
   Pumpkin or Zucchini bread? MMMMMMM!
   
   What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite? Anything with dark chocolate
   
   Could you use a muscle rub? I's enjoy trying a little
   
   Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur? Vanilla sounds good!
   
   Want some honey from the bees on our property? Oh yes please!
   
   Would you like some homemade jam? blackberry, or cherry.
   
   How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? No thank you!
   
   I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" Oh, that sounds delicious!
   
   Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight.
   Tote bags (for groceries) & various sized zippered 9or otherwise closing) pouches for keeping crafty projects in are always VERY welcome!
   Or how about a couple of pillowcases? Also cool!
   
   9/22/17
   
   Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm I love apple cider!
   do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, Yes! Any of it- especially looking for fall (non-pumpkin) scents right now.
   
   What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? Would you like decals, skins, or cases for any of these?
   Still trying to convince Hubs for us to go to smart phone. Laptop is an HP Pavilion g7-1150us Notebook (16.25 x 10.5 in) Tablet (used mostly for music & books) is 10.25 x 6.5 inches. decals, skins, cases, etc all sound cool!
   9/21/17
   
   See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc? Cinnamon Apple, Carmel Apple, marshmallow, dark chocolate - any combo's of those is good!
   
   Are any witchees into coloring books? Yarn themed, Doctor Who or other fandom themed, Bible themed,
   
   Witchees, is there anything that catches your eye at Animi Causa (https://www.animicausa.com/shop/)? I added several things to amazon list
   
   If I were to find an adorable autumnal/Halloween-y dish/flatware/etc. design, how many settings would be needed in your household? 4
   
   
   9/20/17
   
   Do you like Broadway shows/music? Check my amazon list - Shrek is one I'd love to see live (or own the CD/DVD)
   
   I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there?
   I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Anything related to any "fandom" I mentioned
   
   Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)? Oh I love this! thank you for sharing this site! Any of the scarves, pouches, bags, totes, dark chocolate, etc. I marked a few favorites on amazon.
   
   Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? All would be mentioned somewhere on my Q'aire/lists. Any that you like would be fun to learn about, too!
   Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Funky clothes, jewelry, bags. And the snacks table.
   
   9/19/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? My Thinkgeek wishlist: https://www.thinkgeek.com/brain/account/wishes.cgi?a=d&wid=821e632cd
   
   Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to?
   
   Any additional misc. information about yourself you want your Witch to know?
   
   If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits. I'd love to have a Froud (Brian & Wendy) style "faerie" room with wild, exquisite creatures hiding all over the place and natural, wood/forest type colors & furniture.
   
   Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting? Not so much
   
   BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll) I love getting all sorts of handmade types of things.
   
   9/18/17
   
   socks: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference? Yes - fun and funky socks 0r geek themed socks are always great! Everything from footies to thigh highs preferably machine washable. SLIPPER SOCKS with treds would be even more awesome (and socks are always awesome!)
   
   Would you be open to previously-loved books? YES
   
   What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP? YES
   
   So what are your favorite fandoms? Look at my list of favorite TV shows/movies/books from the Q'aire & that should pretty much cover it. Amazon list & thinkgeek lists will, as well.
   
   9/17/17
   
   I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so! Love lavender!
   
   are you into divination? Tarot or Astrology reading done personally? magical supplies? No thank you
   
   Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)? Soy Candles: Acadian Driftwood, Samhain Hard Cider, October Road, Almond Vanilla, Apple Fest, Oatmeal/milk/honey, Birchwood & spiced rum
   ALSO: Coconut Milk bath, midnight mocha soap, wooden soap dishes,
   
   9/16/17
   Favorite gemstones? Anything pretty, especially blues, purples
   
   If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky? look at etsy list
   
   Any love of pirates or SCA? We used to go to the Ren Fair each year &loved it. It's a little too difficult with the girls at their current ages/interests.
   
   Is there anything you would like from Disney World? My girls would adore anything princess or descendants
   
   Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong? Enjoyed the books and movies, but not an all out Potterhead
   
   How do you feel about chokers? I love the look, but not having something tight around my neck.
   
   
   9/15/17
   
   Here's a few questions from me: Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage? If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type? So cute! I could work with either style and BTW - Bats and owls (but esp bats) are my favorite Halloweenish animals.
   
   Do you live near a Trader Joe's? Yes - and not so much into pumpkin. Apple pie/Apple cider, etc is more to my taste (scents as well as food)
   
   Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets?
   YES! Any cool/unique ingrediants you think I might like are cool. Also, my nut grinder JUST BROKE! **cue copious tears** I add almonds, walnuts & other stuff to meals at least once a day, and this one was so nice with measurements on the glass & totally machine washable.
   I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......awwww, that's one of my best friend's favorite places!
   
   What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice.
   EEP! That's a toughy, cuz I honestly just love getting a box of surprises. I guess I'll say something edible involving dark chocolate. Chocolate ALWAYS makes me happy.
   Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps? No thank you
   
   
   9/14/17
   
   Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like? My 2 girls are plenty spoiled, so please don't feel you need to do anything for them. that being said, if you'd like to do something for them, they adore Disney, Disney Descendants, and My Little Pony. Books and/or coloring books are totally cool. Want more ideas? Here are their Amazon wishlists:
   Lucy (turns 9 on 12/31): https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/R16W8NZKQ0PB?&sort=default
   Nancy (turns 5 on 9/21): https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/272R48C3TI7LC
   Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update?
   
   Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things) 10-9-8-7-6-5 (etc), A Cute Kid, Mt Little Themiscuran Princess, Zip Line, Closet Raid, Daybreak, Do All The Good You can, Goddess of Mischief, Huntress, Valuable, Powerful & Deserving, Vampire Princess
   
   9/13/17
   
   Are you a gamer? Nope
   
   How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)? Uhm, I love them all? WASHABLE is very important for my life with kids! And soft soft soft on the neck. The leafy one especially catches my eye, because it's the sort of thing I have yet to find the time to make for myself. Next favorite is probably the chevron.
   
   Like beer? Like booze? Like Wine? My current favorites are Angry Orchard Hard Cider (especially the cinnamon one!) and mead (especially Brother's Drake, which is local. But I'm up for trying new brands.)
   
   Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors!
   Those look really cool! I don't know how often I would wear one, but I love it & would totally find a way to make it work. Blues, purples, burgandies & wines are my favorite colors & my hair is usually medium in length.
   
   For those who watch certain movies every year for Halloween, what are those movies, whether horror or not? Any favorite horror movies that aren't necessarily on the annual-viewing list? How do you feel about fan-made merch for these movies? I love watching something spooky for Halloween, but am the only one in my family who does. There are a few things on my amazon list. (Best of Celebrity Ghost Stories, Paranormal 5, The Haunting of Hill House *book*, B&W The Haunting, and a number of ghost/paranormal themed books)
   
   
   9/12/17
   
   Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com/
   Maybe a Lavender body oil or lip salve, or a wooden soap dish
   What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from?
   
   Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate?
   Dark chocolate - esp 70-85% cacoa. Plain or mixed with nuts, coconut, sea salt, or a variety of other things.
   Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have?
   If it's a fandom I love - like I have an action figure of Wolverine that sits among my books.
   Any zentangle lovers, ?
   I probably wouldn't find time to do it myself, but it looks lovely
   Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc?
   If you think it goes with a theme, interest or favorite color scheme of mine AND if it is comfortable & easy to use.
   What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy?
   All those sound good! drinks that have flavors I mention liking, local crafters or artists, anything that you think I might like!
   Are you interested in any prescription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy?
   I might be interested in one of those box things - something with make-up, nice smelly stuff, or crafting supplies. I have a couple of magazines & yarn/craft clubs mentioned on my amazon list.
   Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.?
   My older daughter seems to like dramatic & magical costumes, and all we have is the very basic, cheap, 4 color face paint kit. Something a slightly higher quality, maybe? OR - for me - a way to wear a gorgeous mask WITH GLASSES. I am half blind w/o my glasses, but no longer have any contact lenses to wear on special occasions (like using my fabulous glamorous mystery masks)
   How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes?
   CD, a local NPR station, and Spotify
   Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book?
   Either, although I will say romance/erotica is best on kindle (unless both cover and title won't cause uncomfortable questions from my kids) and cookbooks HAVE to be actual book. There are many books on my amazon wishlist & I do like some horror - although I can't handle anything bad happening to kids (since I had mine) and I prefer more psychology (and/or paranormal) scares and not much gore.
   Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders?
   I have a wax tart burner/warmer and a scent (oil) warmer. Guy Fawkes (by paintbox soapworks) is my all time favorite fall scent, although I tend to like anything with apple or chai type scents.
   Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials?
   I love yarn. And books about crochet, knitting, or sewing projects. And pretty, colored, wooden crochet hooks & knitting needles. I may collect these things. It MIGHT be possible that in some people's estimations I already have too many of these things, but if you ever suggest to anyone that I may have entertained a thought about having too much yarn (etc) I will staunchly deny it. Especially super thick, bulky yarns that are soft and machine washable OR handmade art yarns Or geek-themed yarns and yarn markers . . . . . . .
   
   
   9/11/17
   
   I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would want?
   I have no idea. Except for things like kimonos which would be way too expensive and I'd stare at far more than I'd ever wear.
   How do you feel about nail wraps?
   I have no nails. I bite them too much.
   if you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)? - would you use knitted washcloths? a scarf? Are you allergic or sensitive to any fibers?
   Hand warmers, hat, wash cloth - anything you see on any of my wishlists & you'd like to make your own version. No allergies.
   If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why?
   River Song from Doctor Who. She's smart, sassy, can totally kick ass, handles the Tardis even better than the Doctor himself, and I WANT HER HAIR!
   If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why?
   
   If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite?
   
   Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best
   Her stuff is so beautiful!
   Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else?
   AN infinity scarf is probably easiest to get the size right. I love all sorts of handmade stuff, though
   Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends? I can't decide what to be. I might use last year's Wonder Woman costume, or do something with my blue cloak, but the big thing would be figuring out how to wear one of my masks without killing myself because the world has gone completely fuzzy without my glasses.
   
   9/10/17
   
   Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet? I struggle to find time for the ones I have now
   
   Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for?
   Maybe tea - for peace, wisdom, or strength
   Do you like poetry?
   Yes, although I don't manage to sit and read poetry books very often anymore.
   Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints? LOVE IT! Any of my favorite animals or fandoms/TV/Movie/book characters mentioned would be so cool.
   
   Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness? YES!
   
   Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity? I am fond of KIVA, Heifer Int'l, and PBS/NPR
   
   
   9/9/17
   
   Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive? (http://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk/) Bubbling bath stuff or body butter in Dark Carnival, Rook & Raven, or sylph
   
   Are there any UK things you'd like to get? hmmmmm. Don't know enough options to say.
   
   Are you into podcasts? I haven't had the chance to get into any. I might take recommendations, if there is something you think I might like.
   Would you like something from Nui Cobalt Designs (https://nuicobaltdesigns.com/)?
   
   Or maybe some of Christina's lovely Halloween candles at Sihaya & Co. (https://www.sihayaan...lection-candles)?
   
   ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes? http://www.ilnp.com/
   No nail polish, please
   
   9/8/17
   
   Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc. I'd enjoy cute or interesting notebooks, stationary, paper, pens
   
   Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink? Or Haus of Gloi? If you are making an order and see something you think I might like, sure.
   
   9/7/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update? If you are making an order and see something you think I might like, sure.
   
   What are your coffee and/or tea preferences? Love the smell of coffee, not so much into the taste. Tea, on the other hand!
   black, green, herbal, flavors? Yes I drink more green and oolong that anything else, but herbals, black, matcha, etc are all good, too. as for flavors - CHAI, chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, among others - Loose leaf or tea bags? Either. I use tea bags more than loose leaf, but I have the equipment for both. - Anything specific you don't like? Strangely enough, as much as I like apple pie and orange & spice type flavors elsewhere, Something about apple/orange in tea has a weird after taste that I do not like. - Are you in need of any gadgetry? Need? No. However there are a few things on my amazon list that I might like.
   
   9/6/17
   
   How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures?
   - would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around? OOOOOOOO! Either of the boxes would be awesome!
   Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks)
   - What are your faves if you are?
   - If you aren't would you like to try something? No clue what this is. Anything that might help with complexion issues I would be interested in trying.
   
   What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever... I've lost almost 15 pounds over the past 12 months from limiting gluten, dairy & preservatives/chemicals, etc and eating way more veggies than I ever use to eat. I don't stick to it religiously, I let myself have the occasional cake, ice cream, pizza, etc. I keep getting cookbooks from the library to help me find new recipes to try. You'll find some of those on my amazon wishlist.
   
   9/5/17
   
   What are your feelings about Scooby Doo? ehn. I enjoyed it for many years as a kid - so if something from the original Hannah Barbara cartoons is mashed up with (or references) something else I'm into that could be cool, but otherwise, not so much.
   
   How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)? If you are a makeup guru (or semi guru) and have something you think would be good for me OR if you or someone you know makes/helps to make it.
   
   I drink this stuff almost everyday would anyone else be interested in trying it out? I've been interested in this stuff for ages, but have yet to try it. Can you brew it in one of these : http://www.teavana.com/us/en/teaware/teavana-perfectea-makers/blue-and-green-teavana-perfectea-maker%3A-16-oz-011071707.html?navid=search&start=1
   
   9/4/17
   
   Would you like one of the Halloween Teeturtle shirts?
   
   It could be fun to have a Halloween shirt. Spellbound (with the books & the "Happy Place" quote), Batty For You, Howl at the Moon, Murder of crows, or candy corn are all cool/cute
   
   

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   Switch Witch Fall 2017 Q & A

   Hi Witch! I'll try to keep this up to date, although I will likely get behind Monday - Wednesday due to classes.
   
   I'm going to put new notes (that aren't answers to questions) in purple and leave them that way for a few days so they will be easier to find.
   
   I'll also try not to edit my answers, but I did cave and find a fairy for all of the NYCC exclusives I was lusting after, so I put a strikethrough through that answer.
   
   Note: BPAL bottles that I have currently on order are listed in the 'SOON' section at the bottom of the 'My Collection' link in my signature.
   
   I have ordered bottles and decants of the scents I'm interested in from both Lilith updates. (I wish I had ordered decants of Do You Like Clowns? and Huntress now, though!)
   
   I ordered bottles of my two must-have Weenies and decants of the Weenies I was interested in, but iffy on. I am currently sitting on my hands and not allowing myself to order the two items I'm lusting after from the Trading Post Weenie update.
   
   Here is my Amazon Wish List. I used the universal wish list feature, so there are lots of non-Amazon items on there. I made it just to give an idea some of my interests and tried to include some Halloween-themed things.
   
   Since you asked me to keep adding things to my wishlist, I've been trying to do so on Amazon and Etsy. Here's a link to my Etsy wishlist (which includes a few things in a category I said I didn't want... it must be the cute animal effect).
   
   If you're conspiring with other witches or thinking about it, I wouldn't say no to the pumpkin pie fudge that Greenwoodtree mentioned on the SW spreadsheet.
   
   10/5/17
   
   would any witchees be interested in NASA swag? I'm now super-close to Marshall Space Flight Center and will be visiting the space center with my kiddo pretty regularly. If so, what would you like? Clothes, a mug, magnets, a plush Snoopy wearing a flight suit?
   I am a slut for space! Any of those things would be neat.
   
   does anybody like anything from Solstice Scents? I LOVE their Jack and the Devil. http://www.solsticescents.com/
   I generally avoid looking at perfume oils from other companies as my BPAL addiction is so costly as it is. But I would be down for trying one of the whipped soaps, if you're a fan of them. Witches Cottage, Foxcroft, and Maine Moon whipped soaps could be interesting, although I'm not sure how Maine Moon would smell, because while I love dirt and root beer notes, I'm not sure how they would smell together.
   
   10/3/17
   
   Witchee, would you like anything from the Trading Post Halloween update? https://blackphoenix...y/weenies-2017/
   I really like the sound of Pumpkin Butter Ice Cream bath oil and White Pumpkin Floss perfume oil. I'd also be interested in trying Pumpkin Latte hair gloss.
   
   10/1/17
   ​Witchee, I'm about to place an order with Smolder Cosmetics. Do any of their products (glitter, eye dusts etc) appeal to you? https://smoldercosmetics.com
   
   The Cranberry, Plum, and Lilac Loose Glam Dusts look nice. I already own a lot of eyeshadow, though!
   
   ​Witchee, I have a small but awesome farmer's market by my house. They have a local honey stand (which also sells things made from local honey like Propolis tincture!); there's a small apothecary and she additionally makes soaps and hand-made, hand-poured scented candles; plus a guy that makes an array of BBQ and Hot Sauces. Does ny of this appeal? Would you like anything from my local farmer's market?
   I like supporting farmers markets and local honey and handmade soaps and candles sound good to me.
   
   Witchee, would you be interested in anything from Strobe Cosmetics? http://strobecosmetics.com/
   I really do own a lot more eyeshadow than I'll ever wear already, but I Mulled Wine and Sanctuary look nice.
   
   Also, How would you feel about getting Hello Kitty stuff?
   It's not really mah jam!
   
   Would you like to get some favorite recipes?
   I like trying new things and would appreciate them if they're vegetarian-friendly!
   
   Would you like anything from my shop?
   No, thank you! Scarves and shawls aren't really my thing.
   
   
   9/30/17
   
   Would you like anything from the Haus of Gloi Fall Part II update? https://www.hausofgl...ween-scent-list
   I love their whipped soaps and pumpkin butters. I would love some Ghost Puffs, Apple Milk, and Blood Orange Marshmallow whipped soap or pumpkin butter, and I'm also interested in Cozy Pumpkin and Hex.
   9/27/17
   
   How do you feel about these little guys? I think they're adorable and kind of want them all, but especially the ghost and pirate ones. https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions
   They're not really my cup of tea.
   
   9/26/17
   What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs?
   I'm just going to list the ones that are currently on my wishlist and not anything ridiculously rare. Snake Oil Jelly Doughnut (I keep missing this on the BPTP Etsy), The Sharing of the Cake Between the Lion and the Unicorn HG (which I missed last year while I was in Germany, since Puddin' had run out of components before I remembered to go order it), and Lightning Storm HG (I'm almost out, so I keep using it sparingly). Honorable mentions to go to Snowblind and Quietude.
   
   What are some things you do NOT want to receive?
   
   A big ol' beer? I'm not a beer drinker. I'm also not big on jewelry.
   
   is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of?
   http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store
   I like the Spell of Ravensong print.
   
   Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things?
   No, thank you!
   
   Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ If so, which products/scents/flavors?
   The items I'd be interested in (unscented body butter and Earl Grey lip balm) are currently sold out.
   9/25/17
   
   Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners? No, thank you!
   If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES? Colors and images are preferable.
   What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads? No, thank you!
   
   Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson
   I asked this question because I really enjoy her artwork. I added a few things from her shop to my wishlist. As far as prints go, I really like The Night Circus, Spring, Winter, and The Yellow Wallpaper. And I didn't end up adding clothing to my list, but I think Ghosts and Poison would be good tank tops.
   
   Does anything catch your eye from Ten Thousand Villages? http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/
   The Fox Coin Purse is cute!
   
   Would you be into receiving hand made (crocheted, sewn, felted, chain maille, scale, or duct tape, in my case, depending on the item) dishclothes? Scarf/shawl? Hat? Bag? Anything? Colors? (Duct tape, chain maille, and scales come in colors.) I'd be down for some purple fingerless gloves. I live somewhere that's too warm most of the time to warrant warm things, though. A small pouch to put things like cards and coins in would also be appreciated.
   
   Do you collect anything from SBUX like City Mugs, City Mug ornaments, City Cards, or Bearistas? If so, which do you need/want? Or would you like a City Mug or an ornament for fun? No, thank you!
   
   anybody want homemade fudge? I can do chocolate with or without nuts, peanut butter, and butterscotch. Homemade fudge would be great! I like chocolate (with or without nuts is fine).
   
   do you like spicy foods? I am currently addicted to these suckers and want to send you some buffalo ridged kettle potato goodness (https://www.billygoa...shop/1lb-kicker) Spicy foods are not mah jam.
   
   what would you like from the Weenies updatus giganticus??? I ended up ordering decants of the scents I was interested in, but iffy on. I am planning to order bottles of Pumpkin Spice Perversion and Pumpkin Spice Snake Oil later this week, as those are my must-haves.
   
   Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/
   I love the owl mitts!
   
   9/24/17
   
   do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need?
   I do collect them, but I don't have any specific ones that I'm looking for.
   
   Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/
   I like the Wise One Whispers.
   
   Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures?
   My favorite animals are cats, rabbits, owls, foxes, and baby tweeters (miscellaneous little birds that hop around).
   
   would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!)
   I am a fan and would definitely appreciate something! I'm still kicking myself for missing out on tickets in my city when I was in Germany earlier this year. I would love to see them live one day.
   
   Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)?
   I'd be interested in a decant of Take a Knee.
   
   Is anyone here into zero waste, plastic free living, urban homesteading, or any simplicity/minimalism-esque lifestyles? If so, could you use any tools or equipment?
   No, thank you!
   
   9/23/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? www.bathandbodyworks.com/
   No, thank you!
   
   I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but...
   What kind of crystals would you like?
   No crystals for me, thank you!
   
   Pumpkin or Zucchini bread? I like both, but I prefer pumpkin.
   
   What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite? I have started making cookies with Ritter Sport chocolate pieces inside of them, and now chocolate chips seem inferior. I also like pumpkin chai sugar cookies, oatmeal cranberry cookies (no raisins), and shortbread cookies or any kind that would be good with tea.
   
   Could you use a muscle rub? (We make ours on the lunar cycle and it has menthol, wintergreen, habanero, cayenne, olive oil, st. john's wort, arnica, beeswax, calendula, and ginger. It tingles. We call it "Thunder Butter". If you have really really super sensitive skin, I would recommend against it. And don't take a hot shower or open all of your pores before using it.) While it sounds great, it sounds like it wouldn't be for me due to my sensitive skin.
   
   Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur? Lavender vanilla bean liqueur sounds interesting!
   
   Want some honey from the bees on our property? Honey sounds good to me.
   
   Would you like some homemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry. I'd be down for some homemade jam.
   
   How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero. I don't think this kind would be for me.
   
   I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" (as voodoocatwoman calls them!) I wash, peel, core, and slice before dehydrating.
   I do enjoy apple crisps.
   
   Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight.
   Or how about a couple of pillowcases?
   A small coin purse or cosmetic bag would be nice.
   
   9/22/17
   
   Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm
   The True Apple Cinnamon Hot Apple Cider looks good.
   
   do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above?
   I do like baths! I like bubbles, oils, and things that fizz.
   
   What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? Would you like decals, skins, or cases for any of these?
   I have an iPhone 6 Plus, but I'm happy with my TARDIS case! My laptop is an old Macbook Pro, but it's probably better not to get any decals for it since it's seven years old and probably going to have to be replaced soon.
   
   9/21/17
   
   See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc?
   I used to love these chocolate almond cluster things they make. Pumpkin spice truffles and Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows sound good. I'm always down for chocolate, provided it won't melt in transit.
   
   Are any witchees into coloring books? I'd be up for one, but don't have any coloring books or art supplies.
   
   Witchees, is there anything that catches your eye at Animi Causa (https://www.animicausa.com/shop/)?
   There are a lot of cute things here! I added a few of their items to my wishlist.
   
   If I were to find an adorable autumnal/Halloween-y dish/flatware/etc. design, how many settings would be needed in your household?
   I already have a dishset, but a cute Halloween themed serving bowls or platters would be welcome, and I really love Pottery Barn's new skeleton wine glasses. There are two people in my household.
   
   9/20/17
   
   Do you like Broadway shows/music? If so what are some of your favorites and/or ones that you hope to see or listen to eventually? Would you like merch from your favorite shows or CDs from shows you want to listen to?
   I enjoy musicals, but I am not a big enough fan to have any favorites.
   
   I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there? I'm very interested in Apple III, Apple VI, Apple VII, Apple Marshmallow HG, and Sugared Apple bath oil.
   
   I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there?
   No, thank you!
   
   Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)? No, thank you!
   
   Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items.
   I can't think of any at the moment!
   
   Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Include as specific as you want to get!
   I'm not really an arts & crafts kind of gal, but I'd probably get stuff to do try to recreate one of the tables Aurelio Voltaire created on Gothic Homemaking.
   
   9/19/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com
   I have a wishlist there (although there's not much on it at the moment)!
   
   Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to?
   DAVIDsTEA recently discontinued Organic Countess of Seville without an announcement, which was one of my favorite teas. It was their take on a green Earl Grey. Now I'm on the hunt for some new green Earl Greys to try!
   
   Any additional misc. information about yourself you want your Witch to know? (I think this was on the survey, but again if there's something that you forgot...)
   Not that I can think of at the moment!
   
   If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits.
   It would probably be modern, but somewhat Goth-y. Lots of black, purple, and grey.
   
   Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting? I don't have one, but I'd be up for having one to wear while baking!
   
   BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll) No, thank you! I do enjoy some tiny fandom-related knitted dolls, though. (I wish The Geeky Hooker sold them!)
   
   9/18/17
   
   It seems like there's a question about socks on the questionnaire, but I don't think it got down to this level: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference? I adore socks. Knee highs are the best or me, or thigh-highs. Ankle or crew length would also be fine, but I do not wear them as often because I mostly wear boots. Animal and Halloween-themed socks would be great! I have some of them on my wishlist already.
   
   Would you be open to previously-loved books? This was in the questionnaire, but yes, I'd be down for that.
   
   What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP? That would be fine with me as well!
   
   So what are your favorite fandoms? Doctor Who, iZombie, Orphan Black, Adventure Time
   
   9/17/17
   
   I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so!
   I'm a slut for lavender!
   
   are you into divination? What kind(s) do you currently do? Do you want more books and/or tools for that type (e.g. new tarot cards, new runes)? Is there a new type of #divination you've been meaning to try, and if so, are you looking for the tool, a book on the subject, or both?
   No, I do not practice divination.
   
   World my Witchee be interested in a Tarot or Astrology reading done personally?
   No, thank you!
   
   Does my Witchee need any magical supplies?
   Not sure if this fits into this category, I'd really like a decant or bottle of TAL Charisma and Gainful Employment.
   
   Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)?
   I'd be interested in Apple Fest, Lavender Pumpkin, October Road, Once Bitten, Pumpkin Chai Latte, Pumpkin Guts, or Samhain Hard Cider in soap or candle form!
   9/16/17
   
   Favorite gemstones? Answered this one in my questionnaire!
   
   If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky? I rarely wear jewelry.
   
   Any love of pirates or SCA? I like pirates, but I wouldn't say that I have a love of them.
   
   Is there anything you would like from Disney World? Not from Disney World specifically, but my favorite Disney films are Alice in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Sword in the Stone. I'm a huge Alice fan.
   
   Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong? I am a Potterhead. I was lucky enough to see the Making of Harry Potter Studio Tour in London in April! Now I just have to get myself to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter one day. My House is Ravenclaw.
   
   How do you feel about chokers? No, thank you!
   
   9/15/17
   
   Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets? I like to cook, but I love to bake! I'll have to think about this question some more.
   
   Here's a few questions from me: Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage? If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type?
   No, thank you!
   
   Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year?
   I am able to make it to Trader Joe's, but that doesn't mean that I object to receiving even more of PUMPKIN ALL THE THINGS. (Except for the pumpkin pecan oatmeal. That pumpkin product is vile.) I try to stock up on it every year, but since I was in Germany last year and didn't get to experience a Pumpkinocalypse, I am even more pumped for pumpkin than usual.
   
   
   9/14/17
   
   Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like? I have cats. Some Halloween-themed cat toys could be nice.
   
   Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update? No, thank you! My BPAL addiction is expensive as it is, so I don't want to fall in love with another company with huge perfume oil updates.
   
   Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things)
   From the TP Etsy: Key Lime Pie perfume oil, Delayed at Ingolstadt Air Field atmo (I just used up my bottle)
   Puppers: Pa Pow HG, Pickle HG, Wednesday HG (any amount!)
   Normal GC things: Lakeside atmo, Think Snow For Me atmo, Bitches Love Unicorns shirt (ladies crew neck, size M)
   
   9/13/17
   
   Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?-
   If you are a gamer do you have a steam/gamestop/amazon wishlist? I am not a gamer.
   
   How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)? While I appreciate scarves, I live in too hot of a climate to ever wear them!

   • Simple eyelet scarf
   • Chevron scarf
   • Lacy and fuzzy
   • Skinny rib knit (extra long for lots of wrapping)
   • Leafy!
     

   
   Like beer? What styles most appeal to you? I do not like beer.
   
   Like booze? What kinds? Not really. I only really drink mixed drinks every great once in a while at restaurants or concerts.
   
   Like Wine? What kinds? I like white wine (like Riesling) and sweet reds (it doesn't have to be sweet, but I don't like the dry ones -- one of my favorite reds is the Onyx Moon red wine they have at Trader Joe's).
   
   Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors! No, thanks!
   
   For those who watch certain movies every year for Halloween, what are those movies, whether horror or not? Any favorite horror movies that aren't necessarily on the annual-viewing list? How do you feel about fan-made merch for these movies?
   Horror movies are not mah jam. I scare easily. I really like The Nightmare Before Christmas, though!
   
   9/12/17
   
   Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com/
   The vanilla bean and lavender soaps sound nice.
   
   What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from?
   I like ravens, bats, black cats, owls... mostly animal-related things. No spiders or scorpions, please!
   
   Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate?
   I do eat candy. Halloween candy would be welcome! Speciality candy would also be great! I love chocolate, as long as it's not too hot here to melt it upon arrival. *glares at desert* Milk chocolate is my favorite.
   
   Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have? No, thank you!
   
   Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art? No, thank you!
   
   Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc? I like hair clips and mini hats.
   
   What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy? Local honey, jams, and candy all sound great to me! Raspberry jam is my favorite.
   
   Are you interested in any subscription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy? No, thank you!
   
   Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.? No, thank you!
   
   How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes? I still buy CDs, and I use Spotify to stream the stuff that I like from Europe that I can't get physical copies of over here without paying large shipping fees. I also have iTunes, but it's rare for me to pay for a download of an album or song. I like having the album in my hands!
   
   Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book? I prefer actual books. Horror is not mah jam. I like fiction, sci-fi, classics, and non-fiction. I'd really love the new author's preferred edition of Neil Gaiman's Neverwhere!
   
   Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders? I like candles, but do not use wax tarts. I find putting BPTP bath oils in a wax warmer scents my place better than scented wax does. I do not like incense. I already have a Weenie-themed wax warmer, but another one for another room in my apartment could be nice!
   
   Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials? No, thank you! I'm not crafty.
   
   9/11/17
   
   I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would want?
   I love Japanese snacks, especially cookies and candy! There's these lemon-flavored chewy candies with pieces of crunchy pieces inside that I really like, and I'm a slut for green tea Okinawa cookies.
   
   How do you feel about nail wraps?
   They would not be for me. I rarely do my nails.
   
   if you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)?
   - would you use knitted washcloths? a scarf? Are you allergic or sensitive to any fibers?
   I live in a warm climate, so I wouldn't really get much use out of something that's meant to be worn to keep one warm, but something that is intended to be used as opposed to worn would be nice.
   
   If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why? Probably The Doctor. I want to travel throughout time and space!
   
   If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why?
   I'd like to travel to the Ice Age to see the large mammals and an icy landscape.
   
   If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite?
   
   Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best.
   No, thank you -- I don't really wear jewelry.
   
   Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else?
   Perhaps something Halloween-like for decoration?
   
   Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends?
   I haven't decided whether or not I'm going to dress up yet!
   
   
   9/10/17
   
   Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet?
   The only thing I can think of is that I would like to dive into the world of comics, but I haven't actually done so yet. I'm particularly interested in the iZombie one, since it is one of my favorite shows.
   
   Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for?
   Hmm, perhaps a magical tea? I'd have to think about the purpose some more, though!
   
   Do you like poetry?
   I do!
   
   Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints?
   Handmade critters would be great! For stuffed animals, I've had my eye on a Pumpkin Pusheen plush.
   
   Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness?
   Alas, I am not crafty.
   
   Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity?
   This is something I definitely would appreciate, especially if it benefits animals, the environment, and those in need.
   
   Please provide wishes from the last two updates?
   Mah wishlist is up to date!
   
   9/9/17
   
   Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive? (http://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk/)
   Soaps (bar and whipped) and lotions (or body butters) sound great to me! I'd be curious to try Pumpkin'ead, Pumpkin Eater, and Toffee Moon Face. Sparklebox also sounds good. But Sylph. Sylph sounds AMAZING. I love sweet lavender scents, so marshmallow + lavender would be right up my alley!
   Are there any UK things you'd like to get?
   I would love some Cadbury Double Decker bars, Tunnock's Tea Cakes, and Mr. Kipling's Angel Slices. And this other one is probably impossible, but there's this tea room across from the British Museum in London called Tea and Tattle, and they have the most wonderful raspberry vanilla jam. I wish I had bought a jar of that while I was over there.
   
   Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them?
   I've only listened to Welcome to Night Vale. I've been meaning to get into podcasts, but I am not listening to any others at the moment!
   Would you like something from Nui Cobalt Designs (https://nuicobaltdesigns.com/)?
   Not at the moment!
   
   Or maybe some of Christina's lovely Halloween candles at Sihaya & Co. (https://www.sihayaan...lection-candles)?
   The Hocus Pocus and Sisterhood of the Moon candles sound really good (especially the Hocus Pocus one)!
   
   ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes? http://www.ilnp.com/
   I rarely paint my nails, and I tend to mess them up rather quickly when I do, so this would not really be for me.
   9/8/17
   
   Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc.
   Fun pens would be nice! I was just eyeing some Pusheen pens the other day. Something with a fine tip that would be good for writing on those little circular perfume oil labels would be nice, too!
   
   Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink? I would be up for trying one of their lotions!
   - Or Haus of Gloi? I love their Ghost Puffs pumpkin butter and whipped soap! I'm also curious about the Ghost Puffs bathing dust. Aside from their Fall Collection, I really like their Aether (unscented) pumpkin butter and Lavender Sugar pumpkin butter.
   
   Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath?
   While I would love one, I live in an apartment complex, and I'm not sure I would trust it not to be stolen off of my door.
   
   Have you seen this: https://www.bustle.c...llection-80733? (Lush Halloween collection.) And what would you like?
   I used to be a major Lush addict (it's what led me to BPAL...), but now only get items every great once in a while, usually through the end-of-the-year sale. I'd love the Secret Arts jelly bomb (I am curious what a jelly bomb will be like!), the Bewitched bubble bar (love that it's a black cat shape!), Ectoplasm jelly bomb, Hedgewitch soap, and Pumpkin bath bomb.
   
   
   9/7/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update?
   I have only ever tried one of their soap samples that was kindly given to me via a swap. I would be interested in trying Blood Orange & Cotton Candy, Carnival Cakes, Late Harvest, Pumpkin Clafouti, Rumpkin!, Smoked Apple Vanilla, and Witches Milk in a 4in1, Butter Rich Cream, Conditioner, or Potion Lotion form.
   
   What are your coffee and/or tea preferences? Coffee: whole beans or ground? Flavor and roast preferences? Tea: black, green, herbal, flavors? Loose leaf or tea bags? Anything specific you don't like? Are you in need of any gadgetry?
   I can't drink coffee, but I'm a tea addict. I like every tea except for rooibos, mate, or pu-ehr. My favorite teas are green, white, and herbal flavors (but generally not straight teas -- bits of non-berry fruits, flowers, and herbs are preferable, for instance, a green Earl Grey). I drink loose leaf tea and have a ton of tea gadgetry.
   
   9/6/17
   
   How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures?
   - would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around?
   That would be neat! All of those options sound nice, but a tin or some kind of case for carrying imps would probably be best. I've just been using the little goblin pouches from the Trading Post when I travel.
   
   Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks)
   - What are your faves if you are?
   - If you aren't would you like to try something?
   I'm not sure what K-Beauty consists of, but I'd be up for trying something (as long as it is cruelty-free)!
   
   What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever...
   I'm interested in baking with less sugar, and trying out new recipes in general has been something I've been enjoying this year. I haven't immersed myself in the world of comics yet, but that's another thing I would enjoy getting into -- I'm especially interested in reading the iZombie comics, since I like the show so much.
   
   9/5/17
   
   What are your feelings about Scooby Doo?
   It's okay. There are lots of other cartoons that I enjoy a lot more.
   
   How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)?
   I like indie make-up, but I fear I have too much of it and don't wear it often enough. I don't use blush, but a new black, purple, or deep red eyeshadow would be nice.
   
   I drink this stuff almost everyday would anyone else be interested in trying it out? https://www.criobru.com/
   Alas, I can't drink coffee, so I don't have anything to brew this coffee-alternative.
   
   9/4/17
   
   Would you like one of the Halloween Teeturtle shirts?
   https://www.teeturtl...alloween?page=1
   
   I think the Boo Bees shirt is cute. I wear a size S in unisex shirts and a M in women's sizes, although unisex shirts are the safest way to ensure a shirt will fit me.
   

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   10/3/17
   
   Witchee, would you like anything from the Trading Post Halloween update? https://blackphoenix...y/weenies-2017/
   i'm kind of bummed, but honestly, nothing is calling out to me.
   
   10/1/17
   
   Awesome farmer's market by my house. They have a local honey stand (which also sells things made from local honey like Propolis tincture!); there's a small apothecary and she additionally makes soaps and hand-made, hand-poured scented candles; plus a guy that makes an array of BBQ and Hot Sauces. Does ny of this appeal? Would you like anything from my local farmer's market?
   oh yah, that all sounds lovely!
   
   Smolder Cosmetics. Do any of their products (glitter, eye dusts etc) appeal to you? https://smoldercosmetics.com
   cool stuff, but i'll pass, thanks!
   
   Anything from Strobe Cosmetics (http://strobecosmetics.com)?
   no makeup, thanks.
   
   How would you feel about getting Hello Kitty stuff?
   oh, fun! i like hello kitty.
   
   Would you like to get some favorite recipes?
   oh yes, for sure!
   
   Would you like anything from my shop? https://www.etsy.com/shop/LisaNut?
   cute stuff! but i already have a bunch of cowls i've made myself, so nothing i need to have!
   
   9/30/17
   
   Would you like anything from the Haus of Gloi Fall Part II update? https://www.hausofgl...ween-scent-list
   nothing's jumping out to me right now.
   
   9/27/17
   
   How do you feel about these little guys? I think they're adorable and kind of want them all, but especially the ghost and pirate ones. https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions
   cute, but they're expensive for what they would end up being at my house - toddler fodder!
   
   9/26/17
   
   Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? Mitts, hat, shawls, unicorn... http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/
   the big shawl is pretty!
   
   What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs?
   black lace
   monster bait: closet
   snakes in the pumpkin patch (although that could change if pumpkin spice snake oil is as amazing as i think it might be)
   
   What are some things you do NOT want to receive?
   dollar store type stuff - i'm always tempted, but unless it's consumable, it'll just sit around and collect dust at my house.
   
   is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of?
   http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store
   nothing's really jumping out at me.
   
   Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things?
   the haunted mansion stuff sounds fun - not totally my everyday style but fun to play will. i'll pass on the dias de los muertos stuff.
   
   Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ If so, which products/scents/flavors?
   nothing's calling my name. the peony/rose and rosemary/mint oils look interesting but of course they're sold out.
   
   9/25/17
   
   Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners?
   i do all this through my phone, laptop, outlook and google calendars, so i'm good.
   If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES?
   i'm not super big into floral-y stuff. geometric, paisley and ornate designs are good.
   
   What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads?
   sure!
   
   Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson
   oh i like the travel mugs - the black/white and red/white stripes, the la luna and toil and trouble are all adorable!
   
   Does anything catch your eye from Ten Thousand Villages? http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/
   oh it all looks amazing. i can't even pick one thing!
   
   Would you be into receiving hand made (crocheted, sewn, felted, chain maille, scale, or duct tape, in my case, depending on the item) dishclothes? Scarf/shawl? Hat? Bag? Anything? Colors? (Duct tape, chain maille, and scales come in colors.)
   i love beautiful hand-knit shawls in lacy patterns. i've never had the time/patience to make one for myself but they're so lovely.
   
   Do you collect anything from SBUX like City Mugs, City Mug ornaments, City Cards, or Bearistas? If so, which do you need/want? Or would you like a City Mug or an ornament for fun?
   i do not collect anything, but a city mug from my witch's city sounds fun!
   
   anybody want homemade fudge? I can do chocolate with or without nuts, peanut butter, and butterscotch.
   um dude yes. no nuts, but yes to everything else!
   do you like spicy foods? I am currently addicted to these suckers and want to send you some buffalo ridged kettle potato goodness (https://www.billygoa...shop/1lb-kicker)
   i love jalapeno kettle chips and sriracha sauce.
   
   what would you like from the Weenies updatus giganticus???
   oh yes. i'm eyeballing Dead Leaves, Black Plum, bitter clove, and oudh, Dad Leaves, Violet Candy, and Sugar Crystals and probably multiple backups of Pumpkin Spice Snake Oil
   oh and the sugar skull BO and HG from the post - and probably some stuff from the post too, TBD!
   
   9/24/17
   
   do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need?
   i don't collect them myself, so no. nothing i'm needing
   
   Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/
   wow, these are lovely, but i don't really have any where i would put a print. maybe a sticker though - i love the ones with deer.
   
   Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures?
   cats, deer, dragons
   
   would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!)
   holy shit i love DM. maybe something small, like a pin?
   
   Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)?
   yah, take a knee looks great!
   
   Is anyone here into zero waste, plastic free living, urban homesteading, or any simplicity/minimalism-esque lifestyles? If so, could you use any tools or equipment?
   that all sounds great, if i was single again i might be pretty into it. it's so hard with a toddler though.
   
   9/23/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? www.bathandbodyworks.com/
   i like vanilla bean noel from them - that's about it. i don't think it's out yet though. but i'm open to trying new stuff!
   
   I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but...
   What kind of crystals would you like?
   ooh - pretty agate slices, geodes, crystal points, etc. all sound nice!
   
   Pumpkin or Zucchini bread?
   pumpkin! although i like both!
   
   What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite?
   oh man, so hard to choose. i like pretty much any, as long as they don't have chopped nuts in them (nut butters are fine!).
   
   Could you use a muscle rub? (We make ours on the lunar cycle and it has menthol, wintergreen, habanero, cayenne, olive oil, st. john's wort, arnica, beeswax, calendula, and ginger. It tingles. We call it "Thunder Butter". If you have really really super sensitive skin, I would recommend against it. And don't take a hot shower or open all of your pores before using it.)
   i've tried tiger balm before and it's pretty meh for me, plus my skin is sensitive, so i'll pass.
   
   Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur?
   omg, for sure.
   
   Want some honey from the bees on our property?
   yes, yes and hell yes!
   
   Would you like some homemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry.
   gahd, those all sound incredible.
   
   How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero.
   the regular sounds great for sauces and cooking!
   
   I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" (as voodoocatwoman calls them!) I wash, peel, core, and slice before dehydrating.
   yes, i love these! i have a small dehydrator, but a friend is borrowing it right now, so i'd love some!
   
   Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight.
   cosmetic bag is definitely needed. and maybe a needle case for my traveling knitting projects.
   
   Or how about a couple of pillowcases?
   my hubs is picky about our bedsheets, so i'll have to pass on that.
   
   9/22/17
   
   Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm
   ugh, can't handle stevia.
   
   do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above?
   yes, and all of the above!
   
   What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? Would you like decals, skins, or cases for any of these?
   i have an iphone 6s, but i have a nice case + matching pop socket, so i'm good there. i am not allowed to put anything on my laptop, cause it's a corporate device. poo.
   
   9/21/17
   
   See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc?
   oooh these sound awesome - except the chocolate, which i have to limit due to migraines. the rest all sounds absolutely delicious.
   
   Are any witchees into coloring books?
   yah! i love the mandala/geometry style adult coloring books!
   
   Witchees, is there anything that catches your eye at Animi Causa (https://www.animicausa.com/shop/)?
   lots of cute stuff, but nothings jumping out at me.
   
   If I were to find an adorable autumnal/Halloween-y dish/flatware/etc. design, how many settings would be needed in your household?
   oh jeez. at least 8. that's probably not a good idea right now with a little one though, unless it's plastic or something else unbreakable.
   
   9/20/17
   
   Do you like Broadway shows/music? If so what are some of your favorites and/or ones that you hope to see or listen to eventually? Would you like merch from your favorite shows or CDs from shows you want to listen to?
   i liked rent, but that's really the only one i've ever seen live.
   
   I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there?
   omg, yes, the bath oil and both the apple marshmallow perfume and HG!!
   
   I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there?
   i don't think so.
   
   Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)?
   ooooh, yes! what a great site! i love the pouches - i would totally carry makeup or other goodies in one of those gorgeous little numbers! the copper rings and bracelets are pretty incredible as well. the unity necklace and world tribe bracelets are lovely. i do already have some recycled bead jewelry, so i'm good on that front. the bath and body stuff all looks amazing.
   
   Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items.
   i do, but they're local places mostly - my local new age shops and boutiques.
   
   Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Include as specific as you want to get!
   things knit from bright, thick, squishy yarn. handmade candles or bath and body stuff made with local ingredients.
   
   9/19/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com
   oooh, pretty much any of the star trek jewelery or pins. the game of thrones ladies tanks (a girl has no name and "i drink and i know things") are amazing.
   
   Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to?
   i don't think so?
   
   Any additional misc. information about yourself you want your Witch to know? (I think this was on the survey, but again if there's something that you forgot...)
   i don't think so!
   
   If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits.
   i kind of have 3 different answers - my personal room? witchy/yoga. a family room? steampunk-y. play room for my son? star trek.
   
   Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting?
   i do wear them, but i already have 3 of varying styles, so i don't really need another one.
   
   BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll)
   it's cute, but not super my style, and my toddler would likely destroy it.
   
   9/18/17
   
   It seems like there's a question about socks on the questionnaire, but I don't think it got down to this level: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference?
   i like all lengths. i'm fine with any material as well.
   
   Would you be open to previously-loved books?
   yep!
   
   What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP?
   sure, of course!
   So what are your favorite fandoms?
   star trek, studio ghibli, the avengers (black widow specifically), lord of the rings, game of thrones/asoiaf.
   
   9/17/17
   
   I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so!
   oh some lavender does sound lovely!
   
   are you into divination? What kind(s) do you currently do? Do you want more books and/or tools for that type (e.g. new tarot cards, new runes)? Is there a new type of #divination you've been meaning to try, and if so, are you looking for the tool, a book on the subject, or both?
   i'd love to try it, but i've never done it before, so i'd need some beginner level information and/or training.
   
   World my Witchee be interested in a Tarot or Astrology reading done personally?
   sure!
   
   Does my Witchee need any magical supplies?
   sure! small goddess statues, altar candles, TAL oils, etc.
   
   Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)?
   sure! quite a few of these look lovely. i'd say my regular note preferences apply!
   
   9/16/17
   
   Favorite gemstones?
   emeralds (my engagement ring is an emerald), rubies (my birthstone) and blue sapphires (my favorite color)
   
   If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky?
   somewhere between elegant and chunky.
   Any love of pirates or SCA?
   not particularly.
   
   Is there anything you would like from Disney World?
   nothing specific.
   
   Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong?
   i like harry potter ok. i always sort into gryph. i'm not like a fanatic or anything but i enjoyed the movies.
   How do you feel about chokers?
   pretty ok - not super excited about them, but they're ok.
   
   9/15/17
   
   Here's a few questions from me: Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage? If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type?
   yah, super cute! i'd use either style!
   
   Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year?
   i live right near one, thanks though!
   
   Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets?
   i do like to cook and bake. spice or herb mixes of all kinds are welcome!
   
   I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......would a witches want anything from here? Bike or beach related??
   no thanks!
   What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice.
   some kind of baked good or candy. i have a wicked sweet tooth.
   Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps?
   ooh sure!
   
   9/14/17
   
   Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like?
   i have 2 cats who love catnip, and a 2 year old son (ethan) who loves trucks and construction equipment (despite my best efforts to give him a broad mix of girls, boys and gender-neutral toys...he loves heavy machinery!)
   
   Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update?
   i've never been into NA - i've received a few frimps and empties and none of them were really up my alley.
   
   Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things)
   i really need some TKO massage oil, as mine is almost gone and i use it for bedtime at least once a week - alas, it's out of stock. maybe it'll come back soon? i would maaaybe check out the pillory or wednesday's child. i don't really use hair glosses, i've never been able to get them to work for my hair.
   
   9/13/17
   
   Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?-
   i used to play world of warcraft and it completely consumed my life for 4+ years, so i've kind of backed away from gaming. i do enjoy board games, but more family type games than serious campaign type stuff.
   
   If you are a gamer do you have a steam/gamestop/amazon wishlist?
   i have a few board games on my amazon wishlist - the link is in the stalking spreadsheet.
   
   How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)?

   • Simple eyelet scarf
   • Chevron scarf
   • Lacy and fuzzy
   • Skinny rib knit (extra long for lots of wrapping)
   • Leafy!
     

   
   i like the first one the best and then probably the chevron. the others i could take or leave for my personal style. but hey, i made a wisp for my mother in law a few years ago!
   
   Like beer? What styles most appeal to you?
   i love dark beers, porters and stouts, however, i have to limit my intake due to migraine triggers.
   
   Like booze? What kinds?
   yah! i like good vodka and margaritas!
   
   Like Wine? What kinds?
   i like some white wine occasionally (pinot grigio), but like beer, i have to limit my intake because migraines.
   
   Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors!
   uh, yes. i have several sets of wool dreadlocks that i've made, so this is right up my alley.
   
   For those who watch certain movies every year for Halloween, what are those movies, whether horror or not? Any favorite horror movies that aren't necessarily on the annual-viewing list? How do you feel about fan-made merch for these movies?
   i like the nightmare before christmas. other than that, i really don't get into movies much in general, let alone halloween movies.
   
   9/12/17
   Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com/
   oh yes, honestly everything looks lovely!
   
   What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from?
   skulls, bats, ravens, witchy stuff. i try to stay away from día de muertos images and icons since that's not my culture to borrow from (as beautiful as it is!). i kind of like glam-witch themed stuff.
   
   Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate?
   oh yes. for sure. and i LOVE locally sourced stuff! note: due to it being a big migraine trigger, i can only have a limited amount of chocolate, but i still like it.
   
   Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have?
   no - unfortunately my team was recently moved to an open floor plan with very, very limited desk space, so i don't really have room on my desk for anything frivolous anymore. i have to utilize every square inch wisely already!
   
   Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art?
   i have never done it, but it looks like it could be fun!
   
   Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc?
   yah, sure! i don't wear them often, but they're fun accessories for special occasions!
   
   What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy?
   yes, yes and yes. i would love anything specific to a witch's local area!
   
   Are you interested in any prescription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy?
   i'm kind of weird and picky about makeup, so probably not that. i did graze for a while and enjoyed that though!
   
   Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.?
   i have so little patience for makeup anymore, and my nails don't take paint or wraps or stickers very well, so i'll have to pass on this.
   
   How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes?
   podcasts on my phone. for purchased music, i typically use itunes or amazon music.
   
   Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book?
   i'm equally ok with either kindle or physical book. audio books are best for me though, since my commute time is pretty much the only time i ever get alone. i'm not into scary or horror books - i typically like epic fantasy and sci fi. my good reads link is in the stalking spreadsheet, and i believe i listed my favorite authors somewhere below.
   
   Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders?
   yes, yes and yes. wax tarts get the most use in my house, but i do use all 3. i have 2 wax tart burners already (one candle and one plug in), so i'm set there. i would love a diffuser or halloween themed candle holder!
   
   Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials?
   yes! i am always happy to get yarn, but i will also use stickers, washi tape, fun scrapbooking paper, etc.
   
   9/11/17
   Do you want wax melts?
   definitely! i typically like foody/sweet/musk scents on my body, but i enjoy more neutral, herbal scents for wax melts!
   How do you feel about nail wraps?
   unfortunately they're a no-go for me. my nails are weirdly shaped, so wraps tend to peel off right away...and i'm a perfectionist, which is a really bad combination when it comes to nail wraps, lol.
   
   Please provide wishes from the last two updates?
   little photojournalist
   snowball fight
   valuable, powerful, deserving
   the goddess of mischief
   
   If you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)? i would love a black slouchy beanie. it's one of those things that i always think "oh, i'll knit one for myself when i have time" and then i never have time.
   
   If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why?
   captain janeway from star trek voyager, because she was an amazing leader and captain. or maybe daenerys targaryen. because she's a badass in pretty much every way.
   
   If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why?
   i would travel into a future that hopefully looks like star trek? i'm not sure it would exist (especially given humanity's current trajectory), but i so want it to.
   If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite?
   ani difranco, natalie portman and patrick stewart
   
   Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best.
   oh yes! i love her stuff and have a few of her items in my etsy wishlist.
   
   Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else?
   sure! something like a scarf would probably be safest, but i'm open to whatever!
   
   Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends?
   not particularly at this point. i'm really picky and weird about makeup.
   
   9/10/17
   
   Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet?
   i'd love to get into welding or woodworking, but i honestly don't have time. even just finding time to knit and read is hard enough with a 2 year old running around. =/
   
   Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for?
   oh yes! finding/rediscovering myself, rekindling my sex drive, being a more effective communicator, strengthening my relationship with my hubby and/or helping my kid sleep through the night (these sleep regressions are brutal!)
   
   Do you like poetry?
   some, yes. i recently bought milk and honey by rupi kaur and i absolutely love it. so that style, i like. and i'm an ani difranco fan, so i have her book of poetry, which (disappointingly) only has a few poems which aren't also songs/spoken word tracks of hers.
   
   Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints?
   no thank you - toddler would be upset if he couldn't play with them and if he could play with them, he'd destroy them.
   
   Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness?
   oh definitely! i love bright colors and jewel tones. i'm a huge fan of malabrigo.
   
   Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity?
   for sure! black lives matter the southern poverty law center or the ACLU.
   
   9/9/17
   
   Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive? (http://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk/)
   oh yes! this is glorious! i don't even know where to start, it all looks so amazing!
   
   Are there any UK things you'd like to get?
   i'm sure there are things, but i don't know what. sweets from other countries are always welcome!
   
   Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them?
   i love several music podcasts. opulent temple, the melodic sessions by prototype202, deeper shades of house. i also have enjoyed hardcore history and i've just recently got into radical candor for my job. i think any of them really do merch, so i'll pass.
   
   Would you like something from Nui Cobalt Designs (https://nuicobaltdesigns.com/)?
   oooh, their candles are awesome! chill, energy, grounding, health, the diplomat (omg this looks incredible!).
   
   Or maybe some of Christina's lovely Halloween candles at Sihaya & Co. (https://www.sihayaan...lection-candles)?
   all 3 of these sound fantastic.
   
   ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes? http://www.ilnp.com/
   oh i totally love this, BUT i have the shittiest nails in existence. i've never successfully been able to keep nail polish on them for more than about 18 hours without a set of acrylics on, and since those ruin my nails real bad, i just don't do nail polish. these are gorgeous though!
   
   9/8/17
   
   Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc.
   yes! definitely! i can use all these things at work for taking notes.
   
   Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink? Or Haus of Gloi (note: HoG has only released half of their autumn/Halloween stuff because it's been too warm in Portland for them to make whipped soaps, so there will be more in probably a week or two, and there will likely be more scents as well as products at that time)?
   - ALL THINGS COCOA PINK. black marshmallow is my favorite. body scrubs and any of their lotions/body butters are beloved. fear of ghosts, snow flurries and warm mittens look amazing, too.
   - the foody house of gloi things look lovely!
   
   Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath?
   yes, definitely!
   
   Have you seen this: https://www.bustle.c...llection-80733? (Lush Halloween collection.) And what would you like?
   i've seen it now. the following look lovely: bewitched, hedgewitch, lord of misrule, any of the pumpkin stuff and the goth fairy bar.
   
   9/7/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update? - i've never tried anything of theirs. hocus pocus sounds nice, and their pillar candles are gorgeous!
   
   What are your coffee and/or tea preferences?
   - Coffee: whole beans or ground? - either/both. i make french press and cold brew both, so i would use either.
   - Flavor and roast preferences? - i don't like suuuuper light roasts, but i'm otherwise open to all kinds of things.
   - Tea: black, green, herbal, flavors? - i prefer herbals. i can only really have caffeine in the morning, and then i prefer coffee, so i like herbal/relaxing teas in the evening.
   - Loose leaf or tea bags? - either/or. i have a tea ball, so i could use loose at home.
   - Anything specific you don't like? - i don't really like stevia leaf, which is used to sweeten a lot of teas.
   - Are you in need of any gadgetry? - nope! i have ALL THE THINGS for brewing!
   
   9/6/17
   
   How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures? - this was my question, i have several boxes i've painted myself, so i'm good on big boxes. i wouldn't mind something for imps though!
   - would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around? - see above
   
   Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks) - i honestly have no idea!
   - What are your faves if you are? - n/a
   - If you aren't would you like to try something? - sure!
   
   What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever...
   - i've gotten into witchcraft/paganism. i've been atheist/agnostic since graduating from HS (i was raised supercatholic) and have been into buddhism and some hinduism through yoga. i see this new budding interest as another step down that path. i've created a little altar and have started doing some very newbie level work (charging moon water, etc.).
   - i've also been recently motivated to do some visual art projects for burning man. i've been to burning man before and done some interactive type projects, but this is the first time i've (ever?) felt motivated to make something physical/visual. we'll see how it goes!
   
   9/5/17
   
   What are your feelings about Scooby Doo?
   meh.
   
   How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)?
   my daily makeup routine is brow brush, mascara, blush and burts bees balm. so i probably wouldn't have any use for eyeshadow or highlighter.
   
   I drink this stuff almost everyday would anyone else be interested in trying it out? https://www.criobru.com/
   i mean...i'd try it. i'm highly addicted to my morning cup of coffee (and the caffeine that comes with it) but i'm open to new stuff!
   
   9/4/17
   
   Would you like one of the Halloween Teeturtle shirts?
   https://www.teeturtl...alloween?page=1
   they're cute, but i rarely wear t-shirts, so i'd pass on one of these.
   
   
   Adding 13 day questions here too:
   Are you okay with homemade food?
   yep!
   
   If you are okay with decorations, do you have a preference to table-top, wall hanging or window decorations?
   i'm good with all. i'd prefer not super breakable though, because toddler.
   
   How do you feel about stationary and/or papercrafting supplies?
   i'm good with them! i use nice notebooks and pens at work for taking notes. i have done papercrafting in the past (cards, scrapbooks, wedding invitations, etc.) and probably will again someday once toddler is a little less destructive.
   
   How do you feel about kitschy/silly Halloween jewelry?
   i'm pretty picky about jewelry and really only want high quality stuff that i can wear for a long time - not necessarily expensive, but not typically kitschy or silly either. so i'll pass!
   
   Would you like a Halloween wreath?
   sure!
   
   What rares are you dying to try???
   i don't have a whole lot that i'm really dying to try. i've been very lucky with fairies and catching new/limited releases early enough to get in on them. i guess silkybat would be nice to try!
   
   Comic books:
   erm, i really enjoyed sandman, but that's pretty much the only graphic novel i've ever read. i've wanted to check out v for vendetta but have never read it. i tried to read watchmen and i wanted to like it, but the level of violence really really bothered me, so i had to give it away.
   
   Disney?
   sure!
   
   If so, any favorite characters?
   merida. <3
   
   And to be more specific about Disney: How do you feel about Beauty and the beast?
   it's cool. not my favorite by any means.
   
   And what about Harry Potter related items?
   i love HP, but i'm not deep enough into the fandom that i'd rock any branded stuff.
   
   Pokemon? Any favorites?
   i played Go for a while and it eventually pissed me off so much i quit, so no, lol.
   
   Is there any thing, category, or brand from which you would absolutely NOT like to receive things (ie., you're overrun with candy corn, you don't do scents outside of BPAL, or if you ever see another Stephen King item, it will be too soon)?
   noise-making toys. ugh.
   
   What kinds of art/art medium do you most enjoy, or would you most like to receive, in the context of this swap?
   oh man, hard question. i'm a knitter, so i love handmade/handknit stuff. i also love home decor and artwork when it's thoughtfully selected and/or handmade. but i ALSO love homemade baked goods, treats and candies. so i have no idea!
   
   Bath & Body Works - love them or hate them? If the former, fave product types?
   i like vanilla bean noel ok. everything else i'm kind of "meh" on.
   
   Question! I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would be interested in?
   i don't even know where i'd start answering this question. nothing crazy - maybe some fun japanese stickers and/or sweet stuff.
   
   Would you like to receive a scarve or hat?
   i'm a knitter myself, but i always appreciate knit items that i don't have to make myself!
   
   Question - If you said that you liked knitted things and possibly wrist warmers, what do you think about these colors?
   i love the purple/grey/black colorways!
   
   If you wanted a hat, what do you think about this? It's a really dark blackish burgundy:
   love scrunchie beanies! and the color looks good to me!
   
   Questionnaire copy/paste below (with some updates):
   
   Basic Info
   Birthday: 7/30/1981
   Pets: 2 cats, lottie and gawain
   Children: 1 son, ethan (almost 2)
   Religious orientation: nontheist pagan buddhist yogi
   Favorite Holiday: halloween!
   Occupation/Major in school: IT project manager
   Living arrangement (by yourself, with roommates, etc): i live with my husband chris and our son
   Livejournal/Blog/Website: i'm _last_serenade_ on livejournal
   Organizations/Causes/Activities (Things you belong to or causes you believe in): black lives matter, immigrant support, ACLU, planned parenthood, universal healthcare, LGBTQ+, i'm basically a bleeding heart liberal/socialist.
   
   
   BPAL
   Favorite BPAL oils: black lace, monster bait: closet, cleric, elf, eat me, the coiled serpent, a peculiar spirit, snow glass apples, snake oil
   Favorite notes: black/aged patchouli, foodie vanilla/cake, tea, incense of all kinds. leather and tobacco are great in limited amounts or as accent notes.
   Favorite non-BPAL perfumes: black marshmallow by cocoa pink, dulce de leche by savor
   Least favorite notes: i struggle with florals. one or two floral notes in a blend tend to be ok, but floral heavy scents just don't work on me. i'm not a huge fan of vetiver either
   Least favorite non-BPAL perfumes: bestla was a heartbreaker for me, as was seven word story sloth (that's how i discovered i REALLY disliked vetiver)
   If Beth made a custom blend for you, wh

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   Fall 2017 Switch Witch Help

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   10/3/17

    

   Witchee, would you like anything from the Trading Post Halloween update? https://blackphoenix...y/weenies-2017/
   
   Ummmm, I'm probably going to get a bunch of decants of hair glosses. I'd love to try Desolate Farm House and Forgotten Churchyard.

    

   10/1/17

    

   Awesome farmer's market by my house. They have a local honey stand (which also sells things made from local honey like Propolis tincture!); there's a small apothecary and she additionally makes soaps and hand-made, hand-poured scented candles; plus a guy that makes an array of BBQ and Hot Sauces. Does ny of this appeal? Would you like anything from my local farmer's market?
   
   Honey all the things!
   Smolder Cosmetics. Do any of their products (glitter, eye dusts etc) appeal to you? https://smoldercosmetics.com

    

   Anything from Strobe Cosmetics (http://strobecosmetics.com)?

    

   How would you feel about getting Hello Kitty stuff?
   
   Hello Kitty is cool.
   Would you like to get some favorite recipes?
   
   Recipes are awesome.
   Would you like anything from my shop? https://www.etsy.com/shop/LisaNut?

    

   9/30/17

    

   Would you like anything from the Haus of Gloi Fall Part II update? https://www.hausofgl...ween-scent-list
   
   Apple Milk! Scarecrow!

    

   9/27/17

    

   How do you feel about these little guys? I think they're adorable and kind of want them all, but especially the ghost and pirate ones. https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions

    

   9/26/17

    

   Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? Mitts, hat, shawls, unicorn... http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/

    

   What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs?
   
   Yvaine, The Macabray, SN Honeysuckle
   What are some things you do NOT want to receive?
   
   Coffee. Live spiders. Ebola.
   is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of?
   http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store
   
   The Reader

    

   Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things?

    

   Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/If so, which products/scents/flavors?
   9/25/17
   
   Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners?
   
   I have a 2018 corgi calendar on my amazon wishlist that I need!
   If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES?
   What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads?
   
   Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson
   
   Yes! I love her art work! I mentioned a specific print in my questionnaire (Summer) but it's hard to go wrong. I have the All Hallows Read print. Monster in the Closet is adorable.
   
   9/24/17
   
   do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need?
   
   Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/
   
   Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures?
   
   Corgis, capyberas, dragons, horses, foxes, turtles
   
   would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!)
   
   No
   
   Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)?
   
   Take a Knee is right u my alley.
   
   Is anyone here into zero waste, plastic free living, urban homesteading, or any simplicity/minimalism-esque lifestyles? If so, could you use any tools or equipment?
   
   9/23/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? www.bathandbodyworks.com/
   
   No, thank you.
   
   I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but...
   What kind of crystals would you like?
   
   Colorful!
   
   Pumpkin or Zucchini bread?
   
   Yes
   
   What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite?
   
   Could you use a muscle rub? (We make ours on the lunar cycle and it has menthol, wintergreen, habanero, cayenne, olive oil, st. john's wort, arnica, beeswax, calendula, and ginger. It tingles. We call it "Thunder Butter". If you have really really super sensitive skin, I would recommend against it. And don't take a hot shower or open all of your pores before using it.)
   
   I have super sensitive skin so that's a no.
   
   Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur?
   
   ooo, yes
   
   Want some honey from the bees on our property?
   
   Yes
   
   Would you like some homemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry.
   
   Rose petal or blackberry would be lovely.
   
   How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero.
   
   Regular sounds yummy.
   
   I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" (as voodoocatwoman calls them!) I wash, peel, core, and slice before dehydrating.
   
   My kids would love those.
   
   Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight.
   Or how about a couple of pillowcases?
   
   Pillowcases would be super fun!
   9/22/17
   
   Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm
   
   do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above?
   
   What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? Would you like decals, skins, or cases for any of these?
   
   I have an ipad that would use some kind of protective covering.
   
   9/21/17
   
   See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc?
   
   Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows sound amazing as do the caramel apple lollypops. I haven't gotten a chance to looking them up, but I love chocolate so it's hard to go wrong there.
   
   9/20/17
   
   Do you like Broadway shows/music? If so what are some of your favorites and/or ones that you hope to see or listen to eventually? Would you like merch from your favorite shows or CDs from shows you want to listen to?
   
   I've been loving Hamilton for quite a while now.
   
   I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there?
   
   bpal wise, Apples, 3,6,and 7 all caught my eye. I super want to try the apple marshmallow HG.
   
   I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there?
   
   Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)?
   
   Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items.
   
   Ten Thousand Villages
   
   Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Include as specific as you want to get!
   
   9/19/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com
   I really want this wallet: https://www.thinkgeek.com/product/jmko/
   Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to?
   
   Any additional misc. information about yourself you want your Witch to know? (I think this was on the survey, but again if there's something that you forgot...)
   
   If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits.
   
   Clean? Naturey?
   
   Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting?
   
   That could be fun!
   
   BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll)
   
   9/18/17
   
   It seems like there's a question about socks on the questionnaire, but I don't think it got down to this level: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference?
   
   I like socks! I especially love silly or colorful socks. I tend to wear anklet of crew length. Nothing too rough of uncomfortable.
   
   Would you be open to previously-loved books?
   
   Always fine.
   
   What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP?
   
   Totally fine!
   
   So what are your favorite fandoms?
   
   Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Yuri on Ice, Rupaul's Drag Race...
   9/17/17
   
   I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so!
   
   Sometimes my allergies hate lavender, but more herbally lavender is usually okay.
   
   are you into divination? What kind(s) do you currently do? Do you want more books and/or tools for that type (e.g. new tarot cards, new runes)? Is there a new type of #divination you've been meaning to try, and if so, are you looking for the tool, a book on the subject, or both?
   
   I like Tarot cards.
   
   World my Witchee be interested in a Tarot or Astrology reading done personally?
   
   Yes, that would be neat!
   
   Does my Witchee need any magical supplies?
   
   Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)?
   
   9/16/17
   
   Favorite gemstones?
   
   If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky?
   
   Any love of pirates or SCA?
   
   Is there anything you would like from Disney World?
   
   Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong?
   
   Oh yes. I'm a Hufflepuff!
   
   How do you feel about chokers?
   
   No thanks.
   
   9/15/17
   
   Here's a few questions from me: Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage?If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type?
   
   Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year?
   
   There's one like 40 minutes away, but I never make it there, so sure!
   
   Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets?
   
   I do like to cook and bake! I'm always up for interesting spices and things. I always need good vanilla as well.
   
   I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......would a witches want anything from here? Bike or beach related??
   
   What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice.
   
   Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps?
   
   Me!
   
   9/14/17
   
   Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like?
   
   My terrier likes balls, my corgi likes eating, and my GSD/Golden likes being an old man. My daughters like sugar, sensory toys, monsters (they have a stuffed cthulhu that they love), and chaos.
   
   
   Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update?
   
   Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things)
   
   My Little Thy....and I can't look up how to spell it right now.... Princess. Probably some puppers once I try my decants.
   
   
   9/13/17
   
   Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?-
   If you are a gamer do you have a steam/gamestop/amazon wishlist?
   
   I am, in theory. Having special needs kids means that I don't get a lot of time for hobbies anymore. I do have an Amazon wishlist that does have some game related stuff on it up above.
   
   How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)?
   Simple eyelet scarf
   Chevron scarf
   Lacy and fuzzy
   Skinny rib knit (extra long for lots of wrapping)
   Leafy!
   
   Love the Leafy and I like the eyelet one too!
   
   Like beer? What styles most appeal to you?
   
   I like dark beer. I do not like IPAs. My favorite beer is Southern Tier's Warlock.
   Like booze? What kinds?
   
   I'm not really a big drinker.
   Like Wine? What kinds?
   
   I don't really care for wine but I do love plum wine and it's been years since I've had any.
   
   Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors!
   
   Not for me.
   9/12/17
   
   Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com/
   
   What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from?
   
   I like leaves and harvesty things. Nothing too scary/gross. Target has birds dressed up for Dia de los Muertos that I'm dying to get.
   Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate?
   
   Yes. Yes to all. I don't like candy corn though.
   Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have?
   
   We are an autism family. These kinds of things are actually quite appreciated.
   
   
   Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art?
   
   Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc?
   
   No
   
   What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy?
   
   Honey is always a yes. Jam, I'm less into but I do like trying interesting flavors. Candy is a yes.
   Are you interested in any prescription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy?
   
   I just saw this one today and it sounds fun: https://tokyotreat.com/subscribe/
   
   Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.?
   
   No
   
   How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes?
   
   Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book?
   
   I don't mind either format of book. I do not like horror at all, in any form. I mostly read fantasy type stuff. Humor is good too.
   
   Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders?
   
   I'm going to go with no. I have so many candles I never burn and I can't handle incense.
   Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials?
   
   
   
   9/11/17
   
   I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would want?
   Candy and snacks, hello kitty, studio ghibli related things.
   
   How do you feel about nail wraps?
   
   Nah, I have tiny barely there nails and I bite them to boot.
   
   if you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)?
   - would you use knitted washcloths? a scarf? Are you allergic or sensitive to any fibers?
   
   I prefer soft.
   
   If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why?
   
   If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why?
   
   If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite?
   
   Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best.
   
   Yes. I can elaborate if you want me to.
   
   Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else?
   
   Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends?
   
   9/10/17
   
   Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet?
   
   Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for?
   
   Do you like poetry?
   
   Yes
   
   Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints?
   
   Yes
   
   Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness?
   
   I'm not crafty, sadly.
   
   Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity?
   
   Please provide wishes from the last two updates?
   
   
   
   9/9/17
   
   Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive? (http://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk/)
   
   Are there any UK things you'd like to get?
   
   Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them?
   
   Would you like something from Nui Cobalt Designs (https://nuicobaltdesigns.com/)?
   
   Or maybe some of Christina's lovely Halloween candles at Sihaya & Co. (https://www.sihayaan...lection-candles)?
   
   ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes? http://www.ilnp.com/
   
   9/8/17
   
   Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc.
   
   Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink?
   - Or Haus of Gloi?
   
   Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath?
   
   Have you seen this: https://www.bustle.c...llection-80733?(Lush Halloween collection.) And what would you like?
   
   9/7/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update?
   
   What are your coffee and/or tea preferences?
   - Coffee: whole beans or ground?
   - Flavor and roast preferences?
   - Tea: black, green, herbal, flavors?
   - Loose leaf or tea bags?
   - Anything specific you don't like?
   - Are you in need of any gadgetry?
   
   I do not like coffee. I drink a lot of tea. I like black, green, and white. I do not like rooibos or herbal teas. I prefer loose leaf. I am very much in need of more of Adagio's Autumn Mist tea.
   
   9/6/17
   
   How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures?
   - would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around?
   
   A big or small box would be great.
   
   Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks)
   - What are your faves if you are?
   - If you aren't would you like to try something?
   
   Not really my thing.
   
   What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever...
   
   Yuri on Ice
   
   9/5/17
   
   What are your feelings about Scooby Doo?
   
   Not really my thing. I mean, I don't hate him, but he's not something that I'm particularly interested in either.
   
   How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)?
   
   I don't wear makeup.
   9/4/17
   
   Would you like one of the Halloween Teeturtle shirts?
   https://www.teeturtl...alloween?page=1
   
   Yes! I think women's relaxed fit in 2X would work. I especially like Dia de los Foxes.

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   Switch Witch Autumn 2017

   Last updated: 5th October
   
   Wishlists
   
   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/uk/people/PrayUntoBastet/favorites/items-i-love?ref=favs_index_1 Please note that this wishlist includes a load of "if I win the lottery" things that I will buy when I'm rich!
   Amazon: http://amzn.eu/h0TE0yP - please ignore all the Pandora charms on there!
   SockDreams: https://www.sockdreams.com/wishlist/index/index/wishlist_id/96472/
   BPAL/BPTP: in my signature
   
   10/3/17
   
   Witchee, would you like anything from the Trading Post Halloween update? https://blackphoenix...y/weenies-2017/ I'd like a Louder Louder Louder! bath bomb
   10/1/17
   
   Awesome farmer's market by my house. They have a local honey stand (which also sells things made from local honey like Propolis tincture!); there's a small apothecary and she additionally makes soaps and hand-made, hand-poured scented candles; plus a guy that makes an array of BBQ and Hot Sauces. Does ny of this appeal? Would you like anything from my local farmer's market? BBQ sauces sond lovely, and not-very-hot hot sauce would also go down well
   
   Smolder Cosmetics. Do any of their products (glitter, eye dusts etc) appeal to you? https://smoldercosmetics.com I really wouldn't use it
   
   Anything from Strobe Cosmetics (http://strobecosmetics.com)? I really wouldn't use it
   
   How would you feel about getting Hello Kitty stuff? I'm sitting here in Hello Kitty pants (UK meaning!) so I guess so!
   
   Would you like to get some favorite recipes? Not really - while I would like to bake, I don't because then I eat it all
   
   Would you like anything from my shop? https://www.etsy.com/shop/LisaNut? Not for me thanks
   9/30/17
   
   Would you like anything from the Haus of Gloi Fall Part II update? https://www.hausofgl...ween-scent-list Hex sounds interesting
   9/27/17
   
   How do you feel about these little guys? I think they're adorable and kind of want them all, but especially the ghost and pirate ones. https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions They're cute but not really my sort of thing
   
   9/26/17
   
   Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? Mitts, hat, shawls, unicorn... http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/ Unicorns! (I already have some lovely mitts from Twi
   
   What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs? March Hare, All In The Golden Afternoon, always more Ava or Ill Mannered Dragon
   
   What are some things you do NOT want to receive? Lotions unless its in a scent I really love - I have far too many already. The sort of toffee that pulls out your fillings, or whole nuts
   
   is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of?
   http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store Not a print, but a Ravensong or Triggers pillow would be nice
   
   Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things? No thanks
   
   Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ If so, which products/scents/flavors? Lip balm in Cherry Gingerale, Strawberry Lime margharita or Vanilla Coffee, soaps in Cococabana, Coconut Lemongrass or Meyer Lemon
   9/25/17
   
   Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners? no thanks
   If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES? I like fineline gel pens in black and colours
   What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads? The only things I use are largish pull off notepads for putting notes in BPAL packages
   
   Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson Yes - I love the ravens and the tentacles - especially leggings (XL), pillows, tote bags, Night Circus art print or tote ... hell, pretty much everything, why didn't I know this existed??????
   9/24/17
   
   do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need? I don't collect them
   
   Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/ Oh wow - Moth & Moon, Koi, Nostalgia, Annabelle's Blue Umberella
   
   Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures? cats, lizards, dragons, rubber ducks
   
   would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!) no thanks!
   
   Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)? Take a Knee
   
   Is anyone here into zero waste, plastic free living, urban homesteading, or any simplicity/minimalism-esque lifestyles? If so, could you use any tools or equipment? Working towards it - would quite like lightweight cloth bags with drawstrings for if I'm buying loose veg or storecupboard items. Also any clever ideas to help this that I may not have thought of yet
   
   9/23/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? www.bathandbodyworks.com/ not really my sort of stuff
   
   I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but...
   What kind of crystals would you like? blues, greens, purples, also geodes
   
   Pumpkin or Zucchini bread? no thanks
   
   What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite? no big chunks of nut - everything else is yummy, I guess spiced is a favourite, and white chocolate
   
   Could you use a muscle rub? (We make ours on the lunar cycle and it has menthol, wintergreen, habanero, cayenne, olive oil, st. john's wort, arnica, beeswax, calendula, and ginger. It tingles. We call it "Thunder Butter". If you have really really super sensitive skin, I would recommend against it. And don't take a hot shower or open all of your pores before using it.) no thanks, I always end up with that sort of thing in really sensitive spots!
   
   Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur? yes
   
   Want some honey from the bees on our property? yes
   
   Would you like some homemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry. Strawberry rhubarb, peach and cherry all sound lovely
   
   How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero. no thanks
   
   I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" (as voodoocatwoman calls them!) I wash, peel, core, and slice before dehydrating. Maybe
   
   Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight.
   Or how about a couple of pillowcases? yes please - drawstring bags I can put loose goods like veg or beans in, also cotton tote bags
   
   9/22/17
   
   Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm No thanks
   do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above? all of them!
   
   What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? Would you like decals, skins, or cases for any of these? No thanks, I love the one I have
   
   9/21/17
   
   See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc? The scotch mallows look wonderful
   
   Are any witchees into coloring books? I have a few but never really get the time
   
   Witchees, is there anything that catches your eye at Animi Causa (https://www.animicausa.com/shop/)? I love Gracula, the Supergirl bookend and baby Nessie
   
   If I were to find an adorable autumnal/Halloween-y dish/flatware/etc. design, how many settings would be needed in your household? 2 please
   
   
   9/20/17
   
   Do you like Broadway shows/music? If so what are some of your favorites and/or ones that you hope to see or listen to eventually? Would you like merch from your favorite shows or CDs from shows you want to listen to? No thanks
   
   I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there? Apple VI, Sugared Apple bath oil
   
   I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there? Probably but I'm not sure what! Something that links to my fandoms maybe?
   
   Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)? Lots! Eco market bags and organic Africa camp tee in XL stand out
   
   Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items. Future Primitive
   
   Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Include as specific as you want to get! Automaton sculptures, large paintings, altered books, stained glass - things like the high priced stuff on my Etsy wishlist!
   
   
   9/19/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com Studio Ghibli plush Catbus or Jiji or NoFace, the Firefly flash drive
   Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to?
   
   Any additional misc. information about yourself you want your Witch to know? (I think this was on the survey, but again if there's something that you forgot...) I am a Green Party member and regularly stand for election. PSA: the UK Green party is NOT the same as the US one!
   
   If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits. Gothic or Egyptian or Morroccan
   
   Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting? No thanks
   
   BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll) It would become a cat toy. This would be fine with me but it's a lot of work for a toy!
   
   9/18/17
   
   It seems like there's a question about socks on the questionnaire, but I don't think it got down to this level: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference? Socks, all the socks! Crew/ankle length, slouchy if higher than ankle, natural fibres as highest percentage, especially love bamboo & cotton
   
   Would you be open to previously-loved books? absolutely
   
   What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP? yes please
   
   So what are your favorite fandoms? Firefly, Totoro/Spirited Away, Babylon 5, Star Wars: Clone Wars/Rebels (the animated stuff)
   
   9/17/17
   
   I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so! provence herbs of the savoury type (I grow my own lavender)
   
   are you into divination? What kind(s) do you currently do? Do you want more books and/or tools for that type (e.g. new tarot cards, new runes)? Is there a new type of #divination you've been meaning to try, and if so, are you looking for the tool, a book on the subject, or both? not for me
   
   World my Witchee be interested in a Tarot or Astrology reading done personally? no thanks
   
   Does my Witchee need any magical supplies? no thanks
   
   Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)? Applefest, Midnight Mocha, Moonrise Bonfire, Once Bitten, Pumpkin Chai or Zombie Repellent soaps all sound awesome
   
   9/16/17
   
   Favorite gemstones? opals, amethysts, emeralds, jade, lapiz, sapphire and other things of those colours
   
   If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky? - small & light
   
   Any love of pirates or SCA? not really
   
   Is there anything you would like from Disney World? No thank you
   
   Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong? nope
   
   How do you feel about chokers? They choke me!
   
   9/15/17
   
   Here's a few questions from me: Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage? If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type? No thanks, the cats would destroy it
   
   Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year? Maaaybe
   
   Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets? I love to cook, I like interesting spice mixes I may not be able to get over here
   
   I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......would a witches want anything from here? Bike or beach related?? No thank you
   
   What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice.
   
   Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps? No thanks
   
   
   9/14/17
   
   Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like? 3 cats - the youngest likes human toes, but something scrunchy would go down well. No catnip please, they're mad enough already!
   
   Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update? maybe Vincent or Hallowcats
   
   Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things) If they ever come back into stock, ANY XXl yoga pants or ANY soaps. Otherwise, what is on my wishlist from the Fatherhood collection
   
   9/13/17
   
   Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?- I do like Skyrim stuff - dragon/thieves related
   If you are a gamer do you have a steam/gamestop/amazon wishlist? no
   
   How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)?

   • Simple eyelet scarf - no thanks
   • Chevron scarf - no thanks
   • Lacy and fuzzy - no thanks
   • Skinny rib knit (extra long for lots of wrapping) - no thanks
   • Leafy! - pretty!
     

   
   Like beer? What styles most appeal to you? Not these days
   
   Like booze? What kinds? Irish whiskey
   
   Like Wine? What kinds? Merlots
   
   Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors! Not for me
   
   For those who watch certain movies every year for Halloween, what are those movies, whether horror or not? Any favorite horror movies that aren't necessarily on the annual-viewing list? How do you feel about fan-made merch for these movies? I don't do thid
   
   What are your feelings about Scooby Doo? - meh
   
   How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)? - I only ever use eyeliner
   
   I drink this stuff almost everyday would anyone else be interested in trying it out? https://www.criobru.com/ - sounds interesting, plain or Maya for me
   
   
   Would you like one of the Halloween Teeturtle shirts?
   https://www.teeturtl...alloween?page=1 Not really my thing
   
   9/12/17
   
   Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com/
   
   Soap - rompo beer, rosemary mint, thunder ann, vanilla bean all sound wonderful
   What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from? black cats, ravens and bats - not just for Halloween!
   
   Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate? Yes but not that salt taffy the US folks like or the salty liquorice the Dutch like please!
   
   Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have? No thanks
   
   Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art? Sounds interesting to try
   
   Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc? not really
   
   What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy? I love honey & jam but its heavy, sweets go down well
   
   Are you interested in any prescription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy? No thanks
   
   Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.? No thank you
   
   How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes? CDs
   
   Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book? Kindle, but I have a stupid amount of books
   
   Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders? I daren't have open flame around the cats so no thanks
   
   Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials? not for me
   
   
   
   9/11/17
   
   I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would want? Totoro and Spirited Away stuff, good dashi stock mix
   
   How do you feel about nail wraps? I dont use them, I have gardener's nails
   
   if you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)? Grey/purple/black or blue cowl, stripy socks
   - would you use knitted washcloths? a scarf? Are you allergic or sensitive to any fibers? I don't like itchy stuff much prefer wool or cotton
   
   If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why? I'm overthinking this ... Inara Serra from Firefly because she's awesome, knows her boundaries, sticks by her principles
   
   If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why? Back to when I was around 22 to impart all my wisdom!
   
   If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite? Neil Gaiman, Margaret Atwood, Beth Barrial!
   
   Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best. Beekeeper necklaces,
   
   Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else? yes but not sure what right now
   
   Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends? Not for me
   
   9/10/17
   
   Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet? I'm already too busy
   
   Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for? No thanks
   
   Do you like poetry? Only very specific stuff, not generally
   
   Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints? I love handmade critters
   
   Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness? I'm not crafty
   
   Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity? no thanks
   
   Please provide wishes from the last two updates? Dragon Smooch, Dragon Sideye, Ego Sum Lux Mundi, Valuable Powerful Deserving, Blodughadda
   
   9/9/17
   
   Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive? (http://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk/) Anything in Toffee Moon Face or Mama Didn't Listen is awesome, I use their soap, whipped soap, conditioner and bathing grains all the time
   
   Are there any UK things you'd like to get? This is my question
   
   Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them? No thank you
   
   Would you like something from Nui Cobalt Designs (https://nuicobaltdesigns.com/)? As it's the jewellery I love I can't justify picking anything so expensive!
   
   Or maybe some of Christina's lovely Halloween candles at Sihaya & Co. (https://www.sihayaan...lection-candles)? No thank you (because nosy cats) but I love her fairy wing earrings
   
   ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes? http://www.ilnp.com/ It would be wasted on me
   
   9/8/17
   
   Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc. Washi tape & little notepads for swap package notes are always useful
   
   Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink? Black Berry Bliss, Black Widow or Demogorgon shampoo/conditioner/
   - Or Haus of Gloi? Cozy Sweater or Insalata Nocturna sound lovely as soap
   
   Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath? No thank you, the kittens will murder it
   
   Have you seen this: https://www.bustle.c...llection-80733? (Lush Halloween collection.) And what would you like? Lord of Misrule shower cream (but its quite easy for me to walk to Lush from here)
   
   9/7/17
   
   Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update? Apperscotch is the one that catches my eye
   
   What are your coffee and/or tea preferences?
   - Coffee: whole beans or ground? Whole beans
   - Flavor and roast preferences? Dark roasts
   - Tea: black, green, herbal, flavors? Black teas, chais, earl grey type things
   - Loose leaf or tea bags? Bags because I'm lazy!
   - Anything specific you don't like? I hate Kona and refuse to try Kopi Luwak
   - Are you in need of any gadgetry? No thans, we have too much already
   
   9/6/17
   
   How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures?
   - would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around? a small wood box would be lovely, decorated or plain
   
   Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks)
   - What are your faves if you are?
   - If you aren't would you like to try something? No thank you
   
   What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever...
   
   
   

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   Switch Witch Halloweenie 2017

   Hello, beloved Witch! I'm going to post q&a and any other helpful info for you here.
   
   Wish lists
   My wish list for perfume is on my ScentBase profile. By the time assignments go out, it should be up to date. Hopefully.
   Amazon
   Etsy
   
   Other favorite online shops (besides bath & beauty related, which I'm sure you know urls for):
   Cat Coven
   Magical Omaha
   Poison Apple Print Shop
   Meowingtons
   
   Q&A
   
   Would any witchees be interested in NASA swag? I'm now super-close to Marshall Space Flight Center and will be visiting the space center with my kiddo pretty regularly. If so, what would you like? Clothes, a mug, magnets, a plush Snoopy wearing a flight suit?
   Sure, that would be neat.
   
   Does anybody like anything from Solstice Scents? I LOVE their Jack and the Devil. http://www.solsticescents.com/
   I've never tried any of Solstice Scents' products, but I'm always open to being enabled.
   
   Witchee, would you like anything from the Trading Post Halloween update? https://blackphoenix...y/weenies-2017/
   Wishes are added to ScentBase. (I'm almost always ahead of these because of updating, lol.)
   
   Awesome farmer's market by my house. They have a local honey stand (which also sells things made from local honey like Propolis tincture!); there's a small apothecary and she additionally makes soaps and hand-made, hand-poured scented candles; plus a guy that makes an array of BBQ and Hot Sauces. Does ny of this appeal? Would you like anything from my local farmer's market?
   All of those sound awesome! I love farmers markets, and supporting indie farmers & other businesses.
   
   Smolder Cosmetics. Do any of their products (glitter, eye dusts etc) appeal to you? https://smoldercosmetics.com
   Those are really pretty! I wear cool colors, typically purples and pinks, although I like greens too. And sometimes I do shades of peach.
   
   Anything from Strobe Cosmetics (http://strobecosmetics.com)?
   Their eye shadows are really pretty! Color-wise, see above. I especially love things with chromatic shift.
   
   How would you feel about getting Hello Kitty stuff?
   I like Hello Kitty! Chococat is my fave, but I also like Kitty herself.
   
   Would you like to get some favorite recipes?
   Sure!
   
   Would you like anything from my shop? https://www.etsy.com/shop/LisaNut?
   What the hell... looks like Etsy's down right now. Will check back later!
   
   Would you like anything from the Haus of Gloi Fall Part II update? https://www.hausofgl...ween-scent-list
   Apple Milk sounds awesome!
   
   How do you feel about these little guys? https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions
   They're cute, but not really my fave.
   
   Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? Mitts, hat, shawls, unicorn... http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/
   I like the SFO Sky Mitts and Stormy Tarts hat.
   
   What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs?
   Brom Bones (it's my fave scent on my hubby, and he's been out for ages). We also really liked DeSade. For me, MB: Underpants. I know. Laugh it up. But a girl can dream, right?
   
   What are some things you do NOT want to receive?
   Actual underpants.
   
   Is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of? http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store
   Spell of Ravensong is awesome! Also Triggers and Starman.
   
   Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things?
   Sure!
   
   Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ If so, which products/scents/flavors?
   The body butter looks nice, in any of those scents. Lip balm: coconut lemongrass, Earl Grey, rosemary mint, orange clove, vanilla coffee.
   
   Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners? Nah, I just use my phone.
   
   If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES?
   I like images, cat things especially of course. In particular, I like to have little cards on hand I can include with swaps or pop in the mail if a friend is sick or as a thank you note, etc.
   
   What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads?
   Sure! I especially like cool post-its.
   
   Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson
   I love her work! Fave pieces: The Cats of Ulthar, Toil & Trouble, Asenath, Mother of Dragons, Innsmouth, Full Moon, The Black Cat, La Befana. I also like the Hades & Persephone ones but can't pick a fave.
   
   Does anything catch your eye from Ten Thousand Villages? http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/
   Nothing in particular, but I do like their stuff, yes.
   
   Would you be into receiving hand made (crocheted, sewn, felted, chain maille, scale, or duct tape, in my case, depending on the item) dishclothes? Scarf/shawl? Hat? Bag? Anything? Colors? (Duct tape, chain maille, and scales come in colors.)
   I love scarves and wrist warmers.
   
   Do you collect anything from SBUX like City Mugs, City Mug ornaments, City Cards, or Bearistas? If so, which do you need/want? Or would you like a City Mug or an ornament for fun?
   I don't collect them, but I do have a card from Hawaii that one of my besties sent me when he lived there, and it's my current fave. Any of this stuff sounds fun, though.
   
   Anybody want homemade fudge? I can do chocolate with or without nuts, peanut butter, and butterscotch.
   Peanut butter fudge is my favorite, although I like chocolate too. I can't each much of any flavor, though, because it's so rich. I've never tried butterscotch.
   
   Do you like spicy foods? I am currently addicted to these suckers and want to send you some buffalo ridged kettle potato goodness (https://www.billygoa...shop/1lb-kicker)
   Yes! Yum.
   
   What would you like from the Weenies updatus giganticus???
   I've already added them to my ScentBase wishes. (I added them all to the site when they came out the other evening, and updated my wish list while I was at it.)
   
   Do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need?
   I hang onto them, although I'm not a hoarder of them. I always pop one into swaps & such. I'm not looking for any in particular, but they're always nice to have.
   
   Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/
   I'm sure my witch can guess at this point that my favorite is Nostalgia (the black cat). Gorgeous! I also like Corvid Love, Raposa's Garden and Sky Prism.
   
   Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures?
   Cats of course (of all sizes), wolves, foxes, crows, bats, owls. Mythologically, the Cait Sidhe, Dragons! Given my work with Hecate, I'm also warming up to other serpents.
   
   Would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!)
   Yesssss!
   
   Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)?
   Yes, especially Take a Knee. I have Bluebonnet, which surprisingly works for me, although florals usually don't.
   
   Is anyone here into zero waste, plastic free living, urban homesteading, or any simplicity/minimalism-esque lifestyles? If so, could you use any tools or equipment?
   Not really, although we do grow our own herbs and some veggies, and we compost. Don't think we really need tools for that.
   
   Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? www.bathandbodyworks.com/
   Nah, they're not my fave.
   
   I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but... What kind of crystals would you like?
   Something that I don't have would be nice, or a cool piece in one of my favorite stones. Here's what I currently have (faves marked with *): Moss Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Apache Tear, Aquamarine, Bloodstone, Blue Calcite, Blue Chalcedony, Chiastolite, Citrine, Dragonstone*, Emeralid, Fluorite**, Garnet, Ocean Jasper, Picasso Jasper, Rainforest Jasper, Wine Jasper, Labradorite***, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Malachite, Moonstone***, Snowflake Obsidian, Quartz, Rose Quartz, Strawberry Quartz*, Rhodocrosite, Rhodonite**, Sapphire, Shungite, Tiger's Eye*, Black Tourmaline.
   
   Pumpkin or Zucchini bread?
   Pumpkin! I do like zucchini bread too though.
   
   What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite?
   Made by someone else (because I'm not good at making these)? Pumpkin, snickerdoodle, or peanut butter. Made by me? Chocolate chip w/ pecans.
   
   Could you use a muscle rub? (We make ours on the lunar cycle and it has menthol, wintergreen, habanero, cayenne, olive oil, st. john's wort, arnica, beeswax, calendula, and ginger. It tingles. We call it "Thunder Butter". If you have really really super sensitive skin, I would recommend against it. And don't take a hot shower or open all of your pores before using it.)
   I have pretty sensitive skin, so probably not the best idea for me.
   
   Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur?
   Yes! Lavender vanilla bean sounds great.
   
   Want some honey from the bees on our property?
   Yum!
   
   Would you like some homemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry.
   Blackberry, peach and strawberry rhubarb sound great.
   
   How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero.
   Yum!
   
   I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" (as voodoocatwoman calls them!) I wash, peel, core, and slice before dehydrating.
   I would totally nom those.
   
   Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight.
   Or how about a couple of pillowcases?
   I can always use a cute tote to take to the farmers market / grocery store. Pretty happy with my pillow cases (I have the cool moon phases ones from Sin & Linen).
   
   Do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above?
   I do. (It's a pain in the ass because our water pressure is awful, so it takes forever to fill the tub and by the time it's full it's not hot anymore. I end up heating water in a big pot on the stove and lugging it upstairs so it will be warm enough – so Victorian!). And I like all of the above.
   
   What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? Would you like decals, skins, or cases for any of these?
   I have an iPhone 7, but I'm planning on upgrading to the iPhone X next month. I have an iPad Pro (the big one) and a 27" iMac (late 2015 model). I have MacBook Pro, but my hubby uses it more than I do now that I have the iMac, because he handles most of our meetings & sales-y stuff. I would love a cool skin or decal for the iPad or iMac tho.
   
   Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemonstore.com/category-s/1871.htm
   Yum!
   
   See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc?
   Yes! Yum.
   
   Are any witchees into coloring books? Yes
   
   Witchees, is there anything that catches your eye at Animi Causa (https://www.animicausa.com/shop/)?
   Not especially.
   
   If I were to find an adorable autumnal/Halloween-y dish/flatware/etc. design, how many settings would be needed in your household?
   Just two.
   
   Do you like Broadway shows/music? If so what are some of your favorites and/or ones that you hope to see or listen to eventually? Would you like merch from your favorite shows or CDs from shows you want to listen to?
   Generally speaking, no, although there are a few that I like. I would love to see Hamilton; I've listed to the soundtrack and watched some videos and it looks great.
   
   I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there?
   These sound nice: Apple Marshmallow hair gloss, Apple IV, VI & VII. And anything cool from comics or other fandoms I'm into would be awesome.
   
   I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there?
   Sure! See above.
   
   [b[Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)?[/b]
   They have nice scarves and jewelry.
   
   Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items.
   Have I mentioned my obsession with Cat Coven? And this is one of my favorite Etsy shops: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DeBaunFineCeramics
   
   Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Include as specific as you want to get!
   Stones/crystals, pottery, small home goods like candle holders and such.
   
   Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com
   Sure! Wish list.
   
   Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to?
   Um.... not sure right now, but if I think of something, I'll add it to the top of my list. Maybe the what-do-you-collect question: I kind of (very selectively) collect POP figures.
   
   Any additional misc. information about yourself you want your Witch to know? (I think this was on the survey, but again if there's something that you forgot...)
   See above.
   
   If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits.
   Modern rustic witch maybe? LOL.
   
   Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting?
   Nope.
   
   BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll)
   Sure!
   
   It seems like there's a question about socks on the questionnaire, but I don't think it got down to this level: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference?
   I wear socks with boots in fall / winter, and occasionally other times. I do have a Sock Dreams wish list.
   
   Would you be open to previously-loved books? Of course!
   
   What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP? Sure!
   
   So what are your favorite fandoms?
   There are so many, and you can probably get those from my books / authors / etc. lists.
   
   I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so!
   Wow! Sure. I would say wine & cheese, but those might be a PITA to ship. Really, any cool little thing would be wonderful.
   
   Are you into divination? What kind(s) do you currently do? Do you want more books and/or tools for that type (e.g. new tarot cards, new runes)? Is there a new type of #divination you've been meaning to try, and if so, are you looking for the tool, a book on the subject, or both?
   Yes!!! All the yes. Here are the tarot decks that I currently have: The Lumina Tarot, The Marseille Cat Tarot, The Art Nouveau Tarot, The Wild Unknown Tarot, Tales of the Mystical Cats, Spirit Cats (oracle deck), The Tarot of Pagan Cats, The Earthbound Oracle, The Cleopatra Tarot, The Vertigo Tarot, Gateway to the Divine Tarot, Revelations Tarot, The Amanda Palmer Tarot. I am trying, as you might guess at this point, to find all the cats deck I can.
   
   I also have a pendulum, a set of witch's runes, and a scrying mirror that I've just started working with. I don't have a lot of experience with any of these, so any sort of tool, info or literature on those would be helpful, in particular for the runes and pendulum.
   
   ETA: And I just got a set of Ogham discs from the latest Crone's Crate! I don't know anything about these. Should be fun to check out.
   
   World my Witchee be interested in a Tarot or Astrology reading done personally?
   Sure! I'm pretty good with both of these but it's always useful to get another's perspective. I was born 2/1/79 at 1:10 pm in Norton, VA, USA. In case you want to do anything synastry-wise (which I would love to learn more about), my husband was born 2/17/73 at 7am in Tampa, FL, USA.
   
   Does my Witchee need any magical supplies?
   That would be fabulous. I always need more stones / crystals (some faves: labradorite, purple/green fluorite, moonstone, rhodonite; if you wanted to send me something I don't have, poke me, and I'll make a list . Herbs are always good too, particularly things I can't grow here (things I grow and therefore always have on hand: sage, rosemary, thyme, basil, wormwood, rue, pennyroyal, bergamot, betony, feverfew). Little bottles for storing herbs are great too (all mine are full). Incense or incense paraphernalia. Really, whatever you thought would be cool to send would be appreciated and used. I know that some people like to choose all their own altar tools and such, but I think that receiving things like that as a gift imbues them with more significance than something I just bought on Etsy. And I'm also very open to old things / (inexpensive) antiques for this purpose.
   
   Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)?
   Lawd, yes! Scents that look most enticing: Dead Man's Bones, October Road, Moonrise Bonfire, Midnight Mocha, Apple Fest, Pumpkin Guts, Samhain Hard Cider, Pumpkin Chai Latte.
   
   Favorite gemstones?
   Labradorite, moonstone (rainbow, black, peach... all of them), fluorite, emerald, amber (yes, yes, not a gemstone), garnet. I'm crazy about rhodonite right now too.
   
   If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky?
   It depends on the piece, I think. I'd check out my Etsy lists for examples of things I like.
   
   Any love of pirates or SCA?
   I've never participated in SCA, although I've always found it intriguing. I like pirates just fine too.
   
   Is there anything you would like from Disney World?
   Fave Disney characters: Maleficient, Marie (from the Aristocats), Eeyore, or Star Wars or Marvel stuff.
   
   Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong?
   Yes! I'm Ravenclaw.
   
   How do you feel about chokers?
   It depends on how comfy they are.
   
   Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage?If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type?
   I prefer the vertical door type.
   
   Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year?
   The closest TJ's is an hour and a half away, so I don't get to visit very often. And OMG YES ALL THE PUMPKIN THINGS! (Yeah yeah, "so basic," but if loving pumpkin is wrong, I don't wanna be right.)
   
   Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets?
   My hubby is more the chef than me, except when it comes to baking. Spices and such would definitely get used, though, particularly things you can't find at just any grocery (examples: galangal, The Ingredient Which Cannot Be Found; curry leaves, which I can find but have to make a special trip). And I love hot sauce.
   
   I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......would a witches want anything from here? Bike or beach related??
   Sure! Beachy things like shells would be fun.
   
   What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice.
   Salted caramels
   
   Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps?
   That would be fun!
   
   Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like?
   I included my furbabes in my questionnaire. And yes, if you're so inclined. I think I have the feather toys my kitties prefer on my Amazon list (lol) and I can also use the narrow version of the corrugated cardboard scratchers. And the puppy! Lupa is 9 months old and still very chewy, so she needs toys. The problem is our big girl, Veela, likes to turn things into pieces of things. Like, in a matter of minutes. I really can't exaggerate how destructive she is. So anything we get has to be super sturdy. As an example, we've had some luck with the Kong Wubba toys (the really tough ones, not the plush ones). Also, no ropes (Veela tears them apart in 5 minutes and tends to swallow the strings... if you have dogs, you can imagine the results ).
   
   Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update?
   Yes! They're one of my favorite etailers. I ordered Black Cats, Hallowcats, and Every Pumpkin Counts... but there are so many lovelies! I'll add any others I'm interested in to ScentBase wishes.
   
   Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things)
   Yes! On ScentBase wishes.
   
   Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?
   I'm currently mostly into ESO, although I pop into WoW occasionally too (I'm in that bored-with-this-expansion phase). My other fave is Final Fantasy XIV. Can't wait for the next Dragon Age game. In general, I like RPGs, MMORPGs and survival horror (although there's none of the latter that I'm playing at the moment).
   
   If you are a gamer do you have a steam/gamestop/amazon wishlist?
   I do have a Steam wishlist. Not sure how to share it, but I have one. User cammycat79.
   
   How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)?

   • Simple eyelet scarf - Pretty
   • Chevron scarf - I'm not crazy about the chevron points at the bottom.
   • Lacy and fuzzy - Pretty
   • Skinny rib knit (extra long for lots of wrapping) - Very nice and snuggly looking
   • Leafy! - My favorite of the lot
     

   
   Like beer? What styles most appeal to you?
   Yes. My favorites are: sours (think more Flemish sour than, say, that watermelon gose crap); various Belgian styles; Lambics (but not usually cherry); German hefeweisens; stouts (but not Imperials); ambers and browns, particularly nut browns. I'm not a big fan of IPAs and other really hoppy styles.
   
   Like booze? What kinds?
   NOT RUM. Anything but rum, lol. It gives me headaches (as in, one drink will give me a headache). Faves: Scotch, bourbon, good tequila, vodka. In terms of liqueurs, I like Baileys (or other Irish Creams), Chambord (or similar), Kahlua, various absinthe-like things.
   
   Like Wine? What kinds?
   So very much. I'm a huge wine nerd. Cabernet Franc is my favorite varietal, followed by Mourvedre / Monastrell. Geographically, I tend to favor Italians, and wines from Oregon (particularly their Pinot Noirs) and Washington. I love tart or dry German Reisling (Kabinett or drier), especially the tart ones (yes, I like my Reisling to basically taste like Sweet Tarts; so sue me). I'm a big fan of rosé (not that White Zinfandel bullshit; real rosés), particularly those made from Cab. In general, I prefer old world style reds. I like them complex and interesting. This isn't to say that I don't like new world stuff, because I do, but I prefer they not be too jammy / fruit bomb-y. I drink less white wine than red, but I do like it, particularly French whites. I rarely like sweet or dessert wines. I rarely like Sauvignon Blanc, because I don't like the "green bell pepper" note that so many of them have.
   
   Oh but wait! Whoever came up with these three questions forgot my other beverage love: CIDER! This is the best cider on the planet. My personal fave is the Stayman Winesap, followed by First Fruit. In general, I prefer cider made champegnoise style like this one (which is not to say I won't drink others).
   
   Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors!
   Sure! I typically keep my hair dyed some sort of fun color. Right now I have galaxy hair in blue, magenta, and purples.
   
   For those who watch certain movies every year for Halloween, what are those movies, whether horror or not? Any favorite horror movies that aren't necessarily on the annual-viewing list? How do you feel about fan-made merch for these movies?
   I always watch Trick 'r Treat, Nightbreed,
   
   Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com
   The liquid soap in Rosemary Mint sounds nice, and the activated charcoal detox scrub.
   
   What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from?
   Black cats (of course!), witchy things, crows, bats, pumpkins & pretty leaves. I am not a fan of spiders.
   
   Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate?
   Yes, and yes. I would love love love specialty candy from local or unusual sources (generally speaking, I am a fan of just about everything from local or unusual sources; I love to support small / indie businesses). And I do like chocolate.
   
   Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have?
   Sure!
   
   Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art?
   It's pretty but not really for me.
   
   Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc?
   Any hair thing for me needs to be able to cope with fine hair, otherwise it will just slide out. I do like fascinators and comfy-but-pretty headbands I can wear to yoga or out hiking.
   
   What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy?
   Yes! See above question re: candy. I like honey too. But really anything.
   
   Are you interested in any prescription subscription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy?
   I used to get Ipsy and liked it. I wouldn't mind trying something similar, skin care / beauty related. Or something cat related. Or witchy. Right now I get Magickal Folk's eclectic witchery kit, which I really like.
   
   Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.?
   Things like nail polish / decals / etc. would be ok, but nothing that goes on skin. My skin is too sensitive.
   
   How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes?
   I collect records! That's my favorite way, although given money and space constraints, I only buy things I really love in that format. Otherwise, I listen to mp3s using iTunes or Amazon Music (I have an Echo, so I either buy from Amazon or copy things I buy through iTunes to my Amazon account), or listen to Pandora.
   
   Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book?
   Usually I prefer Kindle books (although I can use any ebook format, and also have the Nook app, so no worries there if you hate Amazon, dear witch; I know some people do). I prefer any kind of book that I might be flipping back and forth in for reference in print (examples: any kind of reference book, cookbooks, etc.). I often by books by favorite authors in print too. In any case, my Amazon list has the preferred format, or should. If you're not sure, just ask! And yes, I would love to be surprised with a scary, classic horror book. I'm sure you can get a good idea of my tastes from my Goodreads.
   
   Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders?
   In order of preference: candles, incense, wax tarts. I LOVE Sihaya & Co.'s candles; they're my favorites. I would love an essential oils diffuser (I don't have one) or Halloweenie candle holders. FYI, I also do loose incense, so in terms of accessories, I can always use charcoal tabs too.
   
   Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials?
   Sure. I can always use things like: small cloth bags in various colors (think the size of the velvet-y bags you sometimes get from the Lab)
   
   I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would want?
   Cute things! Particularly cute cat things, or fox things. I love Totoro. Also any fun sheet masks or other Asian beauty goodies (particularly cute ones, lol). I'm also open to snacks.
   
   How do you feel about nail wraps?
   They're fun.
   
   If you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)?
   I would love a scarf or handwarmers. My usual favorite colors from the questionnaire are always a safe bet, but I'm also really into wine shades right now. Miss Twilight posted this pic on Instagram, and I am in love with that yarn. So pretty!
   
   - would you use knitted washcloths? a scarf? Are you allergic or sensitive to any fibers?
   I love scarves. I would be open to trying a knitted washcloth, if the yarn is very soft. I'm weirdly sensitive to acrylics, so natural fibers are best. For the washcloth in particular, probably something really gentle like cotton, because I'd mostly be using it when I wash my face.
   
   If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why?
   Not any specific character, but I wish I was one of the Cait Sidhe (from Seanan McGuire's October Daye series). If you've read the series, the why is obvious, but if not: they're fae cats who can shapeshift into human form.
   
   If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why?
   I'm not one of those people who thinks "I was born in the wrong era" or whatever. Things aren't perfect now, but they were even shittier for women in the past. The only thing I can think of is I might travel back a few decades to see a band I love and have never / will never get to see play live (Joy Division, for example), as long as I could hop right back here. I wouldn't mind skipping 45's entire presidency, either, except I'm too afraid I'd go forward and find he's nuked us all. Sigh. Moving right along.
   
   If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite?
   I'd rather meet fellow BPAListas I only know online than meet a celebrity. Except maybe Seanan McGuire, because I happen to know she's a fan, so she'd probably enjoy a meet & sniff.
   
   Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best.
   Yes! I love Alicia's work. For stylistic reference, I added the ones I have to my Purchased Loves list on Etsy. The Triple Moon is my current favorite. I'm also crazy about the pumpkin earrings she does in the fall.
   
   Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else?
   A scarf would be great. Ooh, or a tarot cloth! I've been trying to find something I like.
   
   Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends?
   I don't think I need anything right now. I have a plan coming together.
   
   Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints?
   Sure!
   
   Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness?
   I'm still trying to learn to knit, so no. Save the fancy stuff for when I finally figure it out.
   
   Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity?
   That would be super sweet. Favorites: Big Cat Rescue, Best Friends Animal Society, Planned Parenthood, Black Lives Matter, Southern Poverty Law Center, the Innocence Project.
   
   Please provide wishes from the last two updates?
   Should be on my wish list at ScentBase. I'm also getting decants from Fatherhood, so once I try them, I will add accordingly. And let's not forget that Weenies are not live yet (and I am dying to see them; it's my favorite update of the year).
   
   Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc.
   Yes. I'm particularly fond of things like cute (but still styled / large enough to be useful) post-its and stickers. I love pens too, but I'm a little particular about them. My handwriting is basically illegible with larger-point pens, so I go for the really fine point ones (0.5 or less). It can be kind of hard to find good ones.
   
   Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink? I wouldn't mind trying their Coco Mango Butter.
   
   - Or Haus of Gloi? I am slightly obsessed with Pumpkin Butter. YMMV, but it's the best body butter I've used (and I have dry skin, so I've tried a lot). Ghost Puffs is one of my favorite scents! I just got a sample of Grimoire and really liked it too, and I'd love to try Pumpkin Cake Pops, Hex, Salted Caramel, and Candy Corn. Product-wise (aside from beloved pumpkin butter and of course perfume), I love whipped soap (when they're available) and I'd love to try their bathing dust, hair oil, or scrub.
   
   Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath? Yes! I love having a nice door wreath.
   
   Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update? Sure! Things that look especially nice: lip butters, shower gel, butter cream, bath soaks, candles... well, pretty much anything except the hair conditiner. I *really want* to try these indie conditioners and shampoos, but my hair is color treated (very color treated, as you will see if you check out my Instagram and such), and they never list whether their products are color safe or not, so I don't risk it. :/
   
   What are your coffee and/or tea preferences?
   Coffee: Whole beans, and I prefer medium-to-dark roasts. Some faves for reference: This is my local coffee hookup, and I am obsessed with Monsoon Malabar, Mysore Nuggets, and Espresso Milano. So roasts in that vein would be awesome.
   
   Tea: Black, green, white, herbal, I like them all. I like Chai too. Here's the description of one of my faves, Black Cats & Pointy Hats by Dryad Tea: "All things autumn, mulled spices and apples. Delightful with honey and great to drink as crisp leaves fall from trees ready to sleep for the season." Gadgetry-wise, the only thing I can think of would be one of those tea travel mug type things.
   
   How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures? That would be so fabulous!
   
   - would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around? Probably the larger box would be best, lol.
   
   Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks) Me me me me me!
   
   - What are your faves if you are? Ingredient-wise, I'm all about snail good & ferments. Some fave products: Mizon Snail Repair Eye Cream & Snail Recovery Gel Cream; Manyo Factory Lactobacillus Bifida Mist (Pumpkin ferment! And you remember I said I love pumpkin butter? I am a firm believer in all things pumpkin, and they also have a pumpkin ferment serum I'd love to try); Acwell 5.5 Bubble Free pH Balancing Cleanser; Neogen BioPeel pads (I like the wine ones best); RE:P's Bio Fresh Mask with Calming Herb; and practically anything Klairs makes. I have sensitive skin that tends toward dryness, and Klairs, RE:P, and Neogen have been really good to me on that front. I love them. I love sheet masks too.
   
   - Some stuff I would like to try: I'm hearing a lot about camellia oil, and would love to try one of those products. I'd also like to try more of the bath & body K-Beauty stuff.
   
   What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever...
   ~ WARNING: WITCHY STUFF AHEAD ~
   Probably the most significant / important thing is that I'm studying the Sorcery of Hekate with Jason Miller. So, working to build a relationship with her and be initiated into her mysteries. I'm an eclectic solitary practitioner, and this is really the first formalized tradition I've worked in. It was an investment, and I waffled about it for ages before signing up at the last minute, but I'm really glad I did.
   
   I also took Aeolian Heart's astrology course DISCOVERY, and again, that was awesome. I had taken her free HEARTBEAT email course previously, and learned a lot, but DISCOVERY gave me a much more in-depth knowledge of not only "how to read an astrological chart," but also how to work with astrological forces in witchery. I feel like I've totally leveled up.
   
   ~ NON-WITCHY STUFF ~
   K-Beauty! I've always been into skincare, but this has really upped my game.
   
   Yoga: this is not new, but several years ago my yoga teacher stopped teaching when she had a baby... and she never came back to teaching. I'd made friends among the small group of us who took her classes, and although I still see them occasionally, it definitely hasn't been the same. I was really, really upset, actually. I have social anxiety, and it's hard for me to make friends, so I took it pretty hard. And trying to find a new class, having to deal with being "the new person" again, felt kind of overwhelming. Anyway, I've really wanted to go back, and when I started working with a friend who's a life coach, she was super encouraging and helped me get over my bullshit and try out a new studio... which I love. I'm super happy to be practicing again, and I've made some new yoga friends there, and even have my husband coming in with me once a week.
   
   What are your feelings about Scooby Doo? It was one of my favorite, if not the favorite, cartoons growing up. I love it.
   
   How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)? Yay! I love it. I've been wanting to try Black Moon Cosmetics. I like Rituel de Fille, although I don't like how pricey they are. I also got a really great liquid lipstick from Notoriously Morbid in a Sihaya & Co. box and I love it. It's one of very few liquid lipsticks I've tried that I like, so I'd love to try more of their stuff.
   
   I drink this stuff almost everyday would anyone else be interested in trying it out? www.criobru.com Sure! Sounds interesting.
   
   Would you like one of the Halloween Teeturtle shirts? OMG yes! (Women's Ultra Slim L) Faves:
   https://www.teeturtle.com/products/spooky-kitties?variant=44423679241
   https://www.teeturtle.com/products/spellbound?variant=44569082633
   https://www.teeturtle.com/products/howl-at-the-moon?variant=44553236937
   https://www.teeturtle.com/products/batty-for-you?variant=44500139849
   https://www.teeturtle.com/products/dia-de-los-foxes?variant=44426482185
   
   Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive?
   Sure! I'd love to try the body whip, whipped soap, or body polish. Scents that look interesting: Pumpkin'ead, Pumpkin Eater, Dust Witch, Toffee Moon Face
   
   Are there any UK things you'd like to get? Sure! Can't think of specific wishes off the top of my head, but chocolates and other snackies are always great, or anything cool from little indie producers (like Future Primitive above) that I might not be able to get here would be really cool.
   
   Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them?
   I'm way into podcasts. Faves: My Favorite Murder, The Black Tapes, Tanis, Welcome to Night Vale, King Falls AM, Small Town Horror, Last Podcast on the Left, Up and Vanished, Crime Town, Pagan Gumbo.
   
   And my new favorite that I'm loving so so much: Steal the Stars. So well produced, such good acting. And it's a discrete story, not an ongoing series, that's more like an old-fashioned radio play (there's no "this is a podcast" element to the fiction; it's just audio drama).
   
   And yes! I love podcast merch.
   
   Would you like something from Nui Cobalt Designs? Or maybe some of Christina's lovely Halloween candles at Sihaya & Co.?
   I have everything I need right now, I think... I'm obsessed with those candles, though. Obsessed.
   
   ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes?
   Wow! I've never tried their polish before but it looks beautiful. Some colors that look tempting: Black Orchid, Undenied, Peace, Chleo, Moonstone, Deja Vu, Interstellar, Poetry, Lilac Bridges
   
   Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet?
   None that I can think of.
   
   Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for?
   That would be great! Something to help see / connect with spirits.
   
   Do you like poetry? I love it.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

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   Fiam's Blog

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   Scents I can't live without

   I'm writing these down as my shopping cart keeps being bumped back to empty. Then I forgot what I can't live without.
   
   Must buy as soon as possible:
   Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bat... this has been re-stocked!
   Leanan Sidhe: Clean, unique, summer provoking. Good signature summer scent.
   Aunt Caroline's Joy Mojo: Need it fresh and slather! Lab fresh is the only way to go. Aged doesn't work here.
   Schroedinger's Cat: Hooray back in stock. Lemony bright. needs re-applying. may need a few bottles
   
   Got it! Knave of hearts: floral bakery..like Posset's Indy 499, which was a peony pie.
   Got it! Elegba: Coconut. Short lived. light scent, but a rich coconut. stays close
   Got it! Sjofn: Apple, fresh apple and trees
   
   On the Wait list:
   Dorian: It's gotta come back at some point
   Bordello: I waited too long..out of stock
   
   Will freak if discontinued:
   Gobo
   
   
   Have enough of...Should last my lifetime..don't buy anymore.
   Thalia
   Vice
   Olokun
   Katherine
   Night-Gaunt
   Y'ha-Nthlei
   
   
   DISO
   Tanuki do Hikifune..TTP has this. Need to free up funds
   Luna Moth.
   
   Do More Research
   Obatala..fresh watery coconut
   Delirium...am I spelling this wrong or it DC?
   
   
   Side by side testing
   Chapter One: Chocolate
   #1. Muddy Puddles vs. Chad: revealed that Muddy Puddles does have a bit of a "dirt" scent in it. Chad is the chocolateyist!
   #2. Chad vs. Choco Musk from Rehab: The El Rehab brought out the milk note in Chad. The Chad's chocolate was negated. The winner was the Rehab.
   #3 Choco Musk Rehab vs. Hot Chocolate by Back to Earth: The showdown of the dissimilar. CM is total chemical HC by Back to Earth is total natural. and the winner is...choco musk by El Rehab (it's a cheapy) because the natural Hot chocolate doesn't smell like chocolate next to the cheap fake stuff.... it smells like spices. Sigh...I'd had rather hoped for the natural fragrance to win me over.
   
   #4 Choco muck by El Rehab and....wait for it......Mother of all Souls by Arcana.
   
   
   
   
   More research on:
   Delirium
   Morana
   
   
   

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    New Tumblr Perfume blog

    

    I just wanted to let anyone who ever sees this to know and have access to my perfume reviewing blog on Tumblr: Listen, you smell something? (if you get the reference, ten points to you!) I began by writing about how smells influenced some of my childhood and how they inspire me today. I then stared reviewing in depth some of my Bpal collection which has grown very rapidly over the passed year. I am currently branching out and writing about other scents i come across and post about three times a month right now. Life is busy, I'm not putting too much pressure on myself and quality over quantity. If you would like to check it out here it is: https://smellallthesmells.tumblr.com/

     

    Please feel free to request, critique, ask questions, and comment. I just wanna talk about smells.

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    liked and disliked notes

    notes i love (or mostly like):
    oakmoss, violet, tea, tonka, leather, white musk, skin musk, red musk, black musk, neroli, amber, tobacco, carnation, orange blossom, orchid, incense, smoke, clove, benzoin, dirt, moss, opoponax, green tea, lime, stephanotis, chrysanthemum, oudh, saffron, iris/orris root, tuberose, honey, ylang ylang, honey, heliotrope.
    
    notes that sometimes work:
    rose, vanilla (bpal's), iris, wine, cherry, coconut, tea rose, berries, myrrh, sage, patchouli, sandalwood, bergamot, ylang ylang, lily, dragon's blood, lotus, orange, lemon, cinnamon, lavender, tuberose, vetiver, honey (bpal's), woods, champaca, ginger, nectarine, heliotrope, pomegranate, fig, pine (not very often), peony, sweet pea, almond, pumpkin, mint, sugar, grapefruit, lilac, jasmine, honeysuckle, milk, teak, coffee, caramel, oudh: bpal's black oudh doesn't seem to like me but the white and red varieties do.
    
    notes i dislike:
    cedar, frankincense (bpal's turns to pencil shavings on me, same for cedar, unless very subtle), peach, strawberry, plum, civet, chocolate (except DDLM), cake, milk, cassia, opium, poppy, cocoa, apple, rum, ozones/aquatics, dragon's blood, currant, eucalyptus, banana, blue musk, pomegranate, peony, sweet pea.

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    Ephemeris

    A blog by celestia

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    Planned Purchases

    LIVE as of 18.11.2017:
    Fatherhood (BPTP) 2017 Dog Days of Summer (BPTP) Liliths 2017 Halloweenies 2017 Yules 2017 Yules BPTP 2017 15th Anniversary 2017
    

    
    
    

    
    
    
    PLANNED PURCHASES (TO-GET):
    
    
    15th Anniversary 2017
    ☆ Paper Phoenix
    
    Yules (BPTP) 2017
    ☆ I Suppose You Are a Princess HG
    ☆ Marshmallow Snow BO
    
    Yules 2017
    ☆ Blackcurrant Sufganiyot
    ☆ Frostbitten Dorian
    
    Fatherhood (BPTP) 2017
    ☆ Like Father, Like Daughter
    
    Dog Days of Summer (BPTP) 2017
    ☆ Pa-Pow HG
    
    Liliths 2017
    ☆ Closet Raid (x2)
    
    Halloweenies 2017
    none
    
    GCs
    ☆ Dorian x2 (waiting for restock)
    ☆ Lyonesse
    ☆ Zorya Polunochnaya
    ☆ Eat The Strawberries
    ☆ Fairy Wine
    ☆ Mouse's Long and Sad Tale x2
    ☆ Pele
    
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    PAST LEs (2017)
    Antique Lace 2017
    Chastising Your Dragonyaaaaay
    Lilith's Loli Dragon
    Kwamie Cotton yaaaayyyyy finally!
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

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    Love and Hate notes

    This is a work in progress.
    
    
    Love:
    Amber
    Apple
    Apple Blossom
    Aged Dragon's Blood
    Blackberry
    Cake
    Candy/sugared/candied note
    Clove
    Cocoa absolute
    Cocoa powder
    Coffee (frou-frou drink kind with milk/sugar/cream. Not just straight black coffee)
    Cream
    Dark chocolate
    Gardenia
    Ginger
    Icing/frosting
    Incense
    Leather
    Lime
    Linen/cotton
    Mandarin
    Marshmallow
    Milk
    Musk (all kinds)
    Orange
    Orange blossom/neroli
    Pastry
    Patchouli
    Pear
    Powder
    Raspberry
    Sugar
    Tangerine
    Teak
    Tonka
    Vanilla
    Violet
    White Chocolate
    
    Like:
    Blueberry
    Bubblegum
    Cassia (can sometimes burn my skin)
    Cotton Candy
    Dark Cherry (not the cherry candy/cough syrup kind)
    Frankincense
    Grass
    Lemon
    Milk chocolate
    Rose
    Sake/rice wine
    Sandalwood
    Smoke (the not-vetiver kind)
    Strawberry (almost all the Lab's strawberry notes go plastic on me though )
    Tea
    White florals
    Woods
    
    Mostly indifferent:
    Banana
    Caramel
    Cinnamon (usually burns my skin though)
    Coconut
    Coffee (black)
    Light booze notes
    Snow/ice (non minty kind)
    Watermelon
    
    Hate:
    Aquatics (there are very few exceptions)
    Blood (the tangy-metallic kind)
    Cherry (the cough-syrup kind)
    Dirt/soil
    Fresh Dragon's Blood
    Heavy Boozy notes (a little booze is fine)
    Jasmine
    Metals (there are a few exceptions)
    Minty snow/ice
    Vetiver

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    Wishlists
    In my signature

     

    Makeup and skin care, any particular likes or dislikes?
    No make up (I like make up, but simply own too much of it), facial cream (picky skin) or hand cream. Oh and no hair products, picky scalp as well. Everything else is welcome!

     

    Any arts and crafts supplies you need?
    No, not in need of anything. Unless you have something you think I'd like

     

    What kind of staple items could you use?
    Nothing I could think of right now.

     

    Comic books? Any in particular?
    No, sorry.

     

    Would donate to a thrift store:
    Yes, better than throwing things away.

     

    Cats or dogs? Other?
    Both. At home we only have cats and birds, but I love all animals.

     

    Musical interests or preferences? Do you play any instruments?
    I'm a big fan of Take That and Mark Owen as a solo artist. That's kind of a guilty pleasure Besides that, I like a lot of different styles, like Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Lucy Spraggan, Nightwish (old days with Tarja), Marillion, John Denver, Concrete Blonde, Siouxie and the Banshees.

     

    I'm not playing any instruments. My boyfriend sings and plays guitar, both accoustic and electric.

     

    What's your favorite foreign country or language, that you might like to receive items related to?
    I like asian countries, I feel very comfortable there. I also like Scandinavia and Norway in particular. I almost moved there in the past.
    Costa Rica was my favourite holiday ever, because of all the animals.
    I always love getting items related to any foreign country.

     

    New Question: I'm a bit of a clotheshorse, and have a huge closet full of retro and vintage dresses and skirts, etc (think ModCloth, Sourpuss Clothing, Trollied Dolly, Unique Vintage, pinup and rockabilly-esque stuff). I wear a size medium or large depending on the cut (size 8-12 US sizes, depending on cut). Would you want any clothing from me?

     

    Sounds great, but I'm afraid it wouldn't fit. I'm a size 12-14. If you have a size 12 that runs big, it's worth a try.

     

    Is there anything that although you might like, you simply have too many of?
    Make up
    Candles or tarts
    Showergel and perfume (but still like getting this hahahaha)
    Mugs (but if you have something really nice I'd still love getting mugs )

     

    Gently used items?
    yes, that's fine to me, as long as there are no hygienic issues.

     

    If I have something I think you would like, but would need to be altered, would you want it?
    If it's altering I can easily do myself: yes. But if it needs to be taken to a tailor or something, that will probably never happen.

     

    I had all the ingredients for a cookie jar/ bathsalts/ necklace, but they were separated, is it okay to assemble them, or no?
    yes, I think it would be nice to get something like that.

     

    How do you feel about hair accessories, including adornments like large flowers?
    No, sorry. Right now my hair's too short for accessories but also when it's longer (I'm trying to let my hair grow), I don't like wearing hair accessories. I think that's because of the glasses I wear. I think adding hair accessories is simply too much.

     

    Are there any kinds of patterns or pattern books you'd enjoy receiving? (e.g., Victorian/steampunk, RenFaire, or other costume sewing patterns; knit hat or scarf patterns; crochet animal/toy patterns; Swedish weaving patterns...)
    Crochet animal/toys would be nice!

     

    Cookbooks: Yea? Nay? Only certain types/sizes?
    Nope. Whenever I get one or buy one myself, it ends up in a drawer forever.

     

    Having individual items in my box gift-wrapped would be:
    I think wrapping is fun! But not required. Whatever my broom decides!

     

    New question!
    Could you describe the style of your home/living room? A picture would be nice but you can also just describe the style and colors (or colors you dislike).

     

    My own answer: pictures are on my Pinterest moodboard.
    Edited by Nemi25, 14 April 2017 - 10:43 PM.

     

    
    Would you use any lip color and if so, what are your preferences for color, texture, etc? How about eyeliner?
    No, I use this very rarely and I have enough lip colors for the rare moments I want to wear it.

     

    Bath and Bodyworks liquid hand soap: Yes please!

     

    Bath and Bodyworks Wall Flower bulbs: No, wouldn't use it.

     

    If you are a knitter, what is your favorite weight and fiber content of yarn? (fingering/sport/dk/worsted/aran? merino/mcn/acrylic/merino silk/bamboo/cotton?) favorite colors of yarn? Please don't send any yarn. I have too much of that.

     

    Let's say your favorite foods/drinks was something that is hard to ship. Do you have other favorite foods that could be included in a swap?
    - chocolate? I have a bunch of World Market sea salt bars (milk chocolate and blood orange, dark chocolate and dried strawberries), 64% cacao black forest cherry pie, bacon & chocolate, caramel & sea salt, PB&J, milk chocolate with honey salt almonds, ghiradelli squares (assortment), pumpkin pie almonds, etc.)
    I love chocolate! But please don't send chocolate combined with fruits (white choc with fruits is ok though!), alcoholics or bacon/meat. All the other options are nice!

     

    - protein/snack bars?
    Yes

     

    - tanka bars (buffalo/turkey/cranberry)? No thanks, I'm a vegetarian

     

    What colors of nail polish do you wear, if any?
    I don't wear nailpolish anymore since it started to destroy my nails

     

    Are you interested in local honey or homemade jam (peach, cherry, strawberry rhubarb)?
    Yes, sounds good!

     

    I have a lot of fabric to make project / cosmetic bags (and some already made), are you interested in one?
    Sounds awesone!

     

    - Would you prefer a project bag or a cosmetic bag?
    Cosmetic bag.

     

    - What kind of fabric or themes do you like?
    Little Pony, dogs, (sugar)skulls, owls, sheep.

     

    - I also have a bunch of flannel with dollar bills for making some money mojo bags and some already sewn up green flannel mojo bags (empty), would you like one?
    No thanks.

     

    Do you use k-cups? No thank you.

     

    Most wanted to try BPAL, Arcana, NAVA, etc.?
    My BPAL wishlist is in my sig. I don't know much about NAVA or Arcana, but I'd love to try something that meets my favorite notes.

     

    Pipettes? I buy in bulk so I have a ton of them for decanting. No thanks, I have plenty.

     

    I have a few pairs of fingerless mitts knit up (purple or grey), do you wear such things?
    Yes!

     

    I also have a small shawlette/neckerchief that I knit (but have never worn) in glittery grey yarn with little bits of purple mixed in. No lace or floofiness so doesn't need to be blocked ever. Yay/nay?
    That's a nay, sorry. I hate knitted things around my neck.

     

    K-cups?
    No, we don't have such a machine.

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    Complete List of BPAL/BPTP Layering Recs

    BPAL/BPAL:
    Jolabokaflod + Miskatonic University - gooey chocolate candles with a woody book scent underneath
    Port Royal + Anne Bonny - sexy, spicy wood, with a splash of the sea
    This Wan White Humming Hive + The Lights of Men's Lives - soft vanilla candles with dark spice and ill intent in the background
    
    BPAL/BPTP:
    A Chattering Raven + Red Apple, Blackened Honey, and Opoponax HG - velvety, sweet, fruity opoponax
    Port Royal + Anne Bonny HG/BO - sexy, spicy wood, with a splash of the sea
    
    BPAL or BPTP/Other Oils:
    none yet
    
    BPAL or BPTP/Mainstream:
    none yet

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    The Toxic Lake

    
    One of Florida’s big concerns is Lake Okeechobee, the lake that should be sending water to the drying Everglades. Instead, it’s held poorly in place by dikes and canals, all of which need constant maintenance by the US Corp of Engineers and other groups. But now the lake has become very polluted by farms and development around Orlando. The polluted water that leaves the lake under controlled outflow has damaged the waters of the Treasure Coast and its tourist industry. And, BigAg, in the form of BigSugar, plays a role in this story with no easy fix.
    Read the story by Kait Parker of The Weather Channel here:
    www.toxiclake.com

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    From: 12 Days of Christmas Swap 2016 - IGI Thread

    

    My adorable box, all wrapped up in puppy paper, arrived tonight! Omg.....thank you so much Anita! You have no idea how excited I was when our neighbor came to the store with a giant box.....I came zooming through the den, swung the door opened, hugged the neighbor, and slammed the door! I think he was saying something about it being delivered to their house....but I was in the BPAL zone, so basically I just had the big grabby hands!

    I'm so in love with the box that I can't even imagine what's inside! Thanks a million my Canadian Snow Angel...you are the best!?☃️❤️❤️

     

    Oh my word....I forgot how to add photos!!! Need to figure this out asap!

     

    Happiest Holidays!!

    Source: 12 Days of Christmas Swap 2016 - IGI Thread

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    Decants for sale/swap

    See wishlist for swaps...
    
    $10 minimum please
    
    Shipping from Canada to USA (for International, please ask):
    Decants only: $5
    Bottles: $8
    
    Postcards
    Set of 23 (19 unique) Bpal postcards + Brian's business card - $10
    
    Bottles
    13 June 2008 (green label) - 60% full $7
    A Blot Upon the Earth - 25% full $4
    Blood Moon 2005 - 25% full $7
    Buen Viage - 50% full $10
    CT VII Oriental: A (Ashmedai's review) - full $20
    Devil's Night 2005 - 50% full $10
    Egg Nog 2004 - 60% full $7
    Egg Nog 2007 - 95% full $11
    Ghoul Hooligan - 30% full $3
    Lampades GC (aged) - full $10
    Liason 2012 - full $16
    Little Metalmark - 50% full $8
    Lune Noire - 80% full $16
    (Not So) Penitent (Mini) Magdalene - full $25
    Peach IV - full $20
    Port-au-Prince GC (aged) - full $10
    Pumpkin Patch IV 2005 - 80% full $10
    Pumpkin Patch V 2005 - 50% full $6
    Pumpkin Patch IV 2007 - 95% full $11
    Pumpkin Patch II 2008 - 80% full $10
    Question Mark - full $25
    Raven Moon 2012 - 35% full $8
    Red Phoenix - 60% full $12
    Silas Ruthyn (Dark Delicacies) - full $16
    Sinus Iridum (Lunacy 2014) - full $18
    Tabella - full $8
    The Shivering Boy 2007 - 50% full $6
    The Unheavenly City - 60%* full $12
    Wilhelmina Murray - 50% full $10
    Witch Dance - 50% full $13
    
    Other Etailers
    Nocturne Alchemy: Black Velvet - 30% full bottle unused (from decant circle) $7
    Nocturne Alchemy: Eternal Ankh Anniversary SL - 50% full bottle unused (from decant circle) $10 swapped
    Nocturne Alchemy: Eternal Egypt Anniversary SL - 50% full bottle unused (from decant circle) $10
    Nocturne Alchemy: Gold of Egypt Isis African Musk, Evening Primrose, Benzoin, Egyptian Vanilla Musk, Lavender, kiss of a beautiful Goddess - full bottle unused $10
    Nocturne Alchemy: Mummy Amber - 60% full bottle unused (from decant circle) $12
    Nocturne Alchemy: SomNALchemyst Nocturnal The embodiment of sleep: Fresh chamomile, touch of White Sage, Bergamot, delicate Lavender, blue chamomile, and the purest white tea - full bottle $10 swapped
    Possets: Goodness (Spring 2009) (Bergamot, Damask rose, and a hint of rare Australian sandalwood. Soft.) - full bottle $8
    Possets: Light (Spring 2009) - full bottle $4
    
    LE decants Full $3, 75% full $2.50, 50% full $2
    13 April 2012 strawberry one
    13 Sept 2013
    Achluophobia
    Aeval DC
    Agrat-Bat-Mahlaht
    Anactoria 50%
    An Omen of Good Fortune
    Antonino, the Carny Talker
    Aristocratic Couple 50% swapped
    Badger
    Beltane 2008
    Berry Moon 2009
    Calligraphy Practice
    Calliope DC
    Ceanothus Silkmoth 50%
    Clarimond 50%
    Comparison of Celebrated Beauties 50%
    Cryophobia swapped
    Curved Sky
    Dance of the Mirlitons 50%
    Danube DC
    Delight and Consternation
    Desdemona DC
    Desire of Thy Furious Embraces 50%
    Desmonema LE 75%
    Doozers
    Feed Me and Fill Me with Pleasure 50%
    Fledgling Raptor Moon 50%
    Goneril DC
    Haunted Houses 50%
    Hua Mulan 75%
    Krampus 2007
    Kuang Shi DC
    L'Ecole des Filles DC
    L'Essence du Chagrin
    L'Essence du Coeur Libere des Tenebres extrait
    Luperci 2006
    Mars DC
    Mount Fuji Reflected in Lake Misaica 50%
    Mr. Croup
    Mr. Jacquel
    Nes Gadol Haya Sham
    Night Thoughts
    On The Balcony 75%
    Penthus DC
    Perchta 50%
    Phantom Queen DC
    Phasmophobia
    Philommeides
    Picture Book and Pleasure Toys
    Screeching Parrot DC
    Season of the Inundation 50%
    Serving Tea After Coitus 50%
    Shattered DC
    Shroud DC
    Sphaeromachia Gaumeri
    Spinning Multicolored Metallic Pinwheel 50%
    Spirit Photograph (Yule Prototype)
    Succubus DC
    Suck It 75%
    Svadhinapaotika
    Sweet Life
    Tanuki no Amiuchi
    Tanuki no Yudachi
    The Anti-Saloon League 30%
    The Apparition
    The Balcony
    The Bat of Wealth x2
    The Caterpiller DC
    The Changeling
    The Cold Hour of Dawn
    The Fairies 50%
    The Forbidding Foyer
    The Future Ball
    The Hesperides DC
    The Lillies and Languors of Virtue 50%
    The Priestess 50%
    The Spell of Amorous Love
    The Zadok Allen Vinyard
    To A Woman DC
    Tupapau
    Venus Erycina 50%
    Venus Victrix 50%
    Vinland DC
    When They Will Stung the World Into Strife 50%
    Winter-Time 50%
    Wolfsbane DC
    Yew Trees DC
    Usher DC
    
    GCs ***$1 each***
    (all 1/2 full or more)
    All In the Golden Afternoon
    Anteros
    Arcana
    Baku
    Baneberry
    Blood Rose x2
    Bohun Upas
    Burial
    Chulhu
    Croquet
    Dragon's Blood
    Egle
    High John the Conqueror
    Jabberwocky
    Kumiho
    Nephilim
    Nostrum Remedium
    Nyarlathotep
    Odin
    Old Scratch
    Othello
    Pride
    Prurience
    Roadhouse
    Santo Domingo
    Sea of Glass
    Sloth
    Stimulating Sassafras Strengthener
    The Grave Pig
    The Obsidian Widow (short vial)
    The Red Queen
    The Rose
    The Sea Foams Blood
    Tweedledum
    Vice x2
    Wanton x2
    Yemaya x2
    
    FREE, (take as many as you like)
    Furo 40%
    Hypothermia 1/4
    Inextinguishable Hatred sniffy
    Metal Rabbit 40%
    Muse of the Night 1/4
    Parentalia 1/4
    Sentimental Initiation 1/4
    Sumai no sechi 1/4
    
    ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
    Gone
    Peacock Queen 2007 - traded to Forest (on FB)
    The Diamond's Gong - sold to Keannis
    Blacker than the Raven Wings of Midnight - sold to aminabugz
    Beautiful Death, Dorian - sold to alterosen
    Heavenly Love & Earthly Love 40% - traded to AEris
    13 Oct 2006, Beaver Moon 2005 50%, Greater Horseshoe Bat - sold to devilscandycane
    Heavenly Love & Earthly Love - 60%, Venus Caelestis - 40% full $8 - sold to Honey

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    • 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS 2016
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    12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS 2016

    WINTER WONDERINGS
    Do you celebrate Christmas? Another winter holiday?: Christmas
    Do you decorate? Would you like to receive decorative items?: I work retail so I never really get to decorate - I'm too busy
    What are your favorite things about winter/Christmas?: I love carols and dinners with loved ones and christmas lights and trees and snow and eggnog and wrapping presents and warm blankets and cuddling in front of the fire with my furbrats and other half.
    What is your favorite Christmas/winter holiday memory?:
    When I was a kid we had an old farmhouse in the middle of nowhere. We would decorate the crap out of that house, and there was a real fireplace we hung our stockings on. We always got a ton of snow and the 2 years we were there, Christmas morning was magical.

     

    ALL ABOUT YOU
    Allergies and dietary/lifestyle restrictions (if applicable): no allergies to food.
    Favorite color(s): black, blood red, emerald green, amethyst purple, deep wine, chocolate brown.
    Least favorite color(s): white, pink, yellow
    Favorite Christmas snacks and treats: shortbread! ferraro roche chocolates, toffifee, clementines, marshmallow peanut butter squares, Turtles.
    Do you like coffee, cocoa, and/or tea? I love coffee and tea. I use a french press for coffee and I adore David's Tea and other loose leaf kinds. I love all teas and prefer dark roast coffee (but would enjoy flavoured coffee also).
    Favorite bath & beauty products: Lush is so my jam. Same with Villainess. I like scrubs and bath bombs and oils and bubble bars and massage bars. I don't like lotion or cream.
    Favorite scents (both specific notes and perfume blends):
    BPAL: GC - Alice, Anubis, Chimera, Dorian, Envy, Morocco, Old Demons of the First Class, SIn
    LE - Antique Lace, Callisto (moons of Jupiter), Chokmah, Unseelie, Elf V4, Fetish.Goth, Gemini 2016, Tombeur, Pickled Imp, Ebon Night (TAL), Seduction IX (TAL), Lawn Gnome, De Vos' Unicorn, Snake Charmer (Orig), Bleep Censor, Tintagel
    NAVA: Bastet, Eternal Ankh. Viktor Rolf SpiceBomb. Atelier: Vetiver, Vanille Insensee. Lush: Lord of Misrule, Karma.
    NOTES: vanilla, lavender, musk (red can be iffy), honey, patchouli, frankincense, myrrh, blackberry, currant, chocolate, pine pitch, oak moss, ambergris and vetiver in small doses
    Least favorite scents (both specific notes and perfume blends):
    rose, violet, jasmine, lily, cedar, gardenia, ozone. Aquatic and Cold/winter scents are very hit or miss. I hate perfume like Chanel No.5.
    Your favorite books/authors/genres: Neil Gaiman. Kelly Sue DeConnick. Warren Ellis. Jacqueline Carey. I love fantasy, horror, scifi, cheesy paranormal smut books, young adult, etc.
    Your preferred book format (Kindle ebook, Kobo ebook, paperback, etc.)?: Book (but used books in good condition are loved).
    Do you collect anything?: comics, books, Maneki-neko, Pop Funko Figures, Action Figures (mainly from tv shows/movies/comics I love), blurays, clothes, jewellery, Squishables, vintage and new LP's (I like stuff. srsly)
    Your favorite fandom(s): : Harry Potter (Hufflepuff represent), Stranger Things (tv show), Labyrinth (movie), Marvel (specifically Captain America/Avengers movies and in comics Captain Marvel and Kate Bishop Hawkeye), Mad Max: Fury Road (movie) and The Flash (TV).
    What are your hobbies?: reading, writing, singing, travelling, cooking, movies.
    Would you like any supplies for your hobbies?: Spices and kitchen gadgets are always welcome.
    What sort of music do you like?: I love all music except for Industrial, techno, country, death metal. I'm here on spotify if you want to see my playlists or bands I've been listening to.
    *Are there any holiday albums you're looking forward to?: Nothing new - I own The Nightmare Before Christmas on vinyl and that was my big one. I do love the Grinch though (original cartoon, I hate the Jim Carrey live action debacle)
    Do you have VHS/DVD/Blu-Ray?: I have dvd and bluray.
    *Does your player of choice have region restrictions?: I'm in North America so region 1 is the norm (I have no idea if my blu ray player can play other regions, I know my PS3 can't)
    Is there anywhere that you would like a gift card or online credit for?: Sure! Lush, the Lab or Post, etsy, villainess, sephora.
    Things you could always use more of:
    Do you wear nail polish?: Yes, but I don't believe you can send it via airmail so it might be out for me being international. I love OPI, BPTP, China Glaze and Orly. All colours except for red and pink and bring on all the sparkles and matte as well as pearl finish.
    Would you like makeup?: sure! I love makeup.
    *If you would like makeup, what sorts would you prefer?: lip gloss, eye shadow, eye liner, mascara, blush, finishing spray, lip balm
    *Any favorite makeup brands, colors?: I love urban decay, nars, too faced, benefit, sephora brand, body shop and NYX.
    *Any hated/not-preferred makeup brands, colors, or products?: I have really irritable skin and can react to makeup and skin care product. If it's not on my fave list, please don't chance it.
    Would you like holiday makeup, body, or nail gift collections (example: Kat Von D Mi Vida Loca Remix Eyeshadow Palette or Glazed Apple Treat Box Gift Set from The Body Shop)?:
    Sure! I love cranberry from the Body Shop, or Lush's holiday items (Lord of Misrule bathbombs) etc.
    Personal clothing style: I love tights, cool pop culture tees (think RIPT), funky scarves, hoodies, yoga bottoms and tops, doc martens, running shoes, drape cardigans, tanks, boyfriend tees, oversized sweaters.
    Do you like jewelry?: yes
    *If so, what sort?: earrings, rings, bracelets, necklaces, nose rings - I love jewellery.
    *What sizes and/or lengths do you prefer?: 7-8 ring, 7" wrist, 18-22" necklace
    Would you enjoy receiving wearables (shirts, socks, shoes, arm/legwarmers, hats, etc.)?: yes
    *Sizing on wearables: L-XL for tops, socks/shoes size 9, arm and leg warmers, average?? I wear a med-l in tights and my arms aren't skinny or thick.
    Home style: modern with eclectic vintage and antique with pop culture pieces.
    Would you appreciate decoratives or art for your home?: sure
    *Are there any restrictions (no naked people, no breakables, that kind of thing)?: I have a small place so nothing super big for display or wall hanging and the furbrats are active so the less breakable the better.

     

    Will you be having your birthday during this swap?: no
    Would you be open to receiving handmade items?: yes of course (scarves and mittens! boxes for bpal!)
    Would you like to be partnered with someone who likes handmade items?: I don't make anything but I could try to? Or try to buy handmade stuff.
    Is there anything you definitely do NOT want to receive (things with nudity, profane language, etc.)?: Language is fine (I swear like a sailor) and nudity in a classic sense (old art for example) is fine - but nothing porn derived or cartoon.

     

    Would you like your partner to spoil your S.O./child/cat/dog? What do they like?: It would be appreciated but it's not a requirement (in case you need ideas I have 2 cats and a fiance who stole all my trader joe cookies my switch witch sent me )
    Are you comfortable receiving good/like new condition used items?: yes that's fine
    What are five inexpensive things you always appreciate receiving? tea and coffee, funky pins (especially ones of my fave fandoms or bpal), lip balm (burt's bees or something handmade from etsy), chocolate, fridge magnets. And dish towels (funky,fun,colourful).

     

    Is there anything we haven't mentioned that you'd like to share with your partner?: THANK YOU SO MUCH! Working retail means the holidays are really stressful and crazy for me. I can't wait to open your presents and look forward to (hopefully) making a new friend.

     

    Please place your wishlists here:
    ETSY
    
    BPAL
    
    
    I love crocheting, it's my favorite hobby. Can I make you a scarf/cowl/sweater/lap blanket to keep you wintery-warm!?
    YES PLEASE! I love blankets to inifinity and beyond and scarves in Canada are a necessity and I'm unsure what kind of sweater it would be but as long as it was kinda big and oversize (like an XL) I'd love it.
    
    Is there any craft or hobby that you are interested in trying?
    I have lots of stuff I'd like to learn but zero time to do so. I'm still hoping to finish knitting a toque I started 5 yrs ago.
    
    When it comes to makeup, what is your coloring? Fair, dark? Sensitive skin? Eye color? Hair color? Style....funky, natural? Any additional makeup info?
    I am fair and sensitive skinned. I have hazel eyes and naturally brown hair that gets coloured whenever I'm bored (it's currently like autumn right now - red hues and brown tones). I love funky and natural - Urban Decay is my fave line and while I love their Naked palettes, I equally adore my Moondust and Spectrum ones. I'm really in love with Sephora right now. But drugstore brands are cool too! NYX is great.
    
    Do you like to receive plants or gardening stuff? Do you grow plants? What's your favourite flower, if you have one?
    Tiny apartment so no thank you. I love lavender and lilacs the best for flowers. Plus I have this weird thing for pansies. They're just simple and pretty.
    
    How do you feel about amigurumi (i.e. little crochet toys), either characters from a fandom, wee animals, or as decorations?
    No thank you.
    
    How do you feel about knit socks? (Plain stockinette, lacework, cables, etc). Are there any other hand knit items you'd especially like? (Mittens, fingerless gloves, hats, etc).
    Arm warmers and fingerless gloves, toques and cableknit socks are awesome.
    
    What kind of snacks do you like? Does dried fruit or crunchy dried vegetables sound appealing? Do you like (raw) honey? Jerky? Jam? What sort of local products do you like to receive as gifts? If you're familiar with products in the Pacific Northwest, is there anything specific you'd like to try?
    Dried fruit is a yes, I love apple leather and sun dried tomatoes are amazing. Jerky is welcome! I love beef and turkey jerky. I love cool mustards and jams.
    
    Would anyone mind bath and body works items? Such as hand sanitizer, lotion, candles, car scents or soap?
    I love the aromatherapy line from B&BW. Specifically the Lavender/Vanilla Sleep body wash or the Eucalyptus Tea body wash or the Sensual Black Currant Vanilla Body wash (I like body wash lol). I'm not a fan of anything else really aside from some of their candles, but shipping them to Canada is not cheap.
    
    If you had a custom perfume/beauty/bath product made for you, what would it be and what would the scent description look like? (everything from prose to the specific selection of notes) :
    I adore lavender and vanilla best - but black currant, beeswax, opoponax, benzoin and resins are great things to mix in.
    
    I love drawing! Either fanart chibis on the tablet or portrait work in graphite pencil... but it's been a while..so I'd love to use this as an excuse to draw something for you! If you could commission an art piece, would you choose traditional or digital artwork- and what would it be of?
    Oh my gosh that would be great! Either medium is welcome, and I'd love something based on one of my fandoms in my questionnaire (Labyrinth, the Flash, Harry Potter, etc)
    
    Christmas decor this year:
    Sigh. I dunno. I'm hoping to get my tree up and I don't ever do a theme or a colour scheme, I love my tree covered in my hallmark ornaments, my old awful wooden ones I've had for years, treasured glass pcs from my fam etc. It's the same with my apartment. There's a lot of mismatched oddities that have special meaning to me, rather than out of a Martha Stewart Christmas magazine. I also have 2 cats so no plants or tinsel.
    
    What's your shoesize? Would you like to receive socks?
    Size 9 US and sure! Wool is itchy to me, unless it's merino and I love prints and colors.
    
    I live in The Netherlands but I will visit England soon and might pay a visit to Germany. Anything special from here that you'd like to try?
    I love London! Anything UK themed is great. My family is from Lancashire so anything from there would be cool so I can show my Grandpa.
    
    Do you have any interest in Shakespearean swag (insult mugs, play themed lip balms, oodles of other possibilities) or general performing arts related goodies?
    No thanks.
    
    What is your favorite Christmas story - be it book, movie, cartoon - and if there are various versions, which is your favorite?
    A Christmas Carol is important to me and I actually adore the muppets movie version the best. I try to watch it every year. Also, The Grinch who Stole Christmas (not the terrible Jim Carrey abomination but the Boris Karloff classic cartoon), Rudolph and Garfield's Christmas.
    
    Do you have a preference for numbered packages or random selection?
    I like the idea of them being numbered for some reason (but if my Snow Angel would like to leave it random, that's awesome too).
    
    Do you have any external wishlists, Goodreads, or anything else that you might not have listed in your survey?
    I have nothing else aside from ThinkGeek (which needs to updated). If my Snow Angel needs that, I'll update asap and email it through a mod. I am on Goodreads but I've not updated that in forever either
    
    For books that are part of a series, do you have a strong preference for whether you receive them in order, assuming that any overarching plot is reasonably easy to pick up on and the main story is self contained?
    In order please, I'm weird that way.
    
    I make paper albums and journals. Would you be interested in receiving something like that? Would you like some other type of handmade paper craft?
    You can never have too many journals.
    
    I stalked your etsy and noticed you like gemstones in jewellery!
    If yes, what's a list of your favorite semi-precious gemstones?
    Garnet, moonstone, flourite, alexandrite, emerald, amber, labrodite, onyx.
    
    What animals do you think are considered cute?
    Foxes, cats and kittens, Corgi dogs, owls, chickadees, raccoons and otters.
    
    You mentioned scarves in your questionnaire. Are you referring to a chunky thick keep-me-warm-in-a-snowstorm scarf, or a light and lacy could-be-warm-if-I-wound-it-a-hundred-times scarf?
    Both are great. I wear indoor scarves for fashion and since I live in the arctic I need warm in snow scarves too.
    
    Are you currently ISO any BPAL new or otherwise? What are your top 10 scents?
    Wishlist in my sig but my top 10 scents are: Chokmah, Snake Charmer (original), Dorian, Alice, Fetish.Goth, Pickled Imp, Sin, Morocco, Tintagel and Unseelie.
    
    My ISO's are: Unseelie, Tintagel, Molly Grue, Chokmah, Gemini 2016, Ebon Night (TAL), Callisto (Moons of Jupiter), Tattered Lace and Seduction IX (TAL).
    
    
    
    Black Friday will be a thing during this swap, anything you might want that will be on awesome sale?
    If anything I've mentioned is on super sale mode sure! We have BF here in Canada but it's nothing to the extant that it is in the US, so I'm unsure if any of the brands I've shown love for go on awesome sale.
    
    
    How do you feel about sweeteners? Do you prefer sugar, stevia, sucralose, etc.? Anything in particular to avoid?
    I only use real honey and real maple syrup, sometimes some agave nectar.
    
    Games:
    I am into video games for my 2DS and PS3 but I've already pre-ordered Pokemon Moon. I love Lego games for my PS3 and would love Lego The Force Awakens or Lego Marvel Avengers but only if it was on sale super cheap cause video games are expensive.
    
    Would you be interested in:
    
    - Dried honeycrisp apples - YES!
    
    - Applesauce (with red hots for sweetness and cinnamon) no thanks
    
    - Rose petal liqueur - I was already gifted some of this amazing stuff
    
    - Blackberry, Strawberry Rhubarb, or Peach Jam - Blackberry please
    
    - garlic dill pickles - no thank you (we make some every year from my grandfather's recipe)
    
    - raw honey from bees on our property - yes please!
    
    - Baked or homemade goods (rum balls, spritz cookies, peanut butter cookies, chocolate chip cookies, brownies, fudge, cranberry bliss bars, chocolate topped toffee, zucchini bread, pumpkin bread, princess buttercups, chex mixes, trail mixes, etc.)
    I think that baked goods might not always survive a post border crossing. If my Snow Angel is in Canada then I adore peanut butter cookies or marshmallow bars, pumpkin bread and brownies. If you're outside of Canada then chex mix or trail mix or something that might be less likely to get confiscated or have an expiry date.
    
    - handsewn project bags or makeup bags? We do different sizes, some with zippers, some with draw strings. I can get all kinds of fandom type fabric like Walking Dead, Doctor Who, Nightmare Before Christmas, Hello Kitty, Harry Potter, My Little Pony, Star Wars, Mario Brothers, etc. I have some glittery bats, skulls, etc. too.
    If you're interested, what size would you like and would you prefer drawstring or zipper
    I'd love either type (drawstring or zipper) and I'd love any of my fandoms I mentioned in my sign up.
    
    Cookbooks:
    I tend to use the internet instead. I don't have room for cookbooks
    
    To Read list:
    I haven't had time lately to read anything which sucks. If my Snow Angel thinks I'd love a book based on my likes, go for it.
    
    If there's one place you could go in the world, where and why?
    Narrowing this done to 1 place is hard, but I've alway (since I was like 8) have wanted to see Ireland.
    
    What sort of dollar store items do you always get a kick out of? For example, I always love those silly expandable sponges.
    I love toys for my cats (those annoying balls with bells in them are adored by my one cat, the other loves the little furry mice) and pens/sharpies/pencils etc.
    
    Trader Joe's: YES PLEASE!!! TRADER JOE ALL THE THINGS. Seriously, I love cookie butter and cookies and biscotti and omg I wish we had TJ in Canada.
    
    
    How do you feel about sweeteners? Do you prefer sugar, stevia, sucralose, etc.? Anything in particular to avoid?

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    Do you have a wood-burning fireplace or fire pit, and if so would you like handmade firestarters or scenting bundles to throw on it? (think bundles of apple wood chips and cinnamon bark, or little wax/herb/paper bundles with a wick)
    No I don't.
    
    If you said you liked candles/melts/incense/etc., what are your favorite scents for such things?
    I'm up for anything! Similar to my perfume note likes
    Do you like to cook and would you be interested in cookbooks? If so, what kind?
    Gluten free. Anything cool
    Do you like games (board/card), and if so what kind and for how many players?
    Not really
    
    Would you be interested in:
    
    - Dried honeycrisp apples No. Don't think customs would approve :-)
    
    - Applesauce (with red hots for sweetness and cinnamon) No. As above
    
    - Rose petal liqueur Sound intriguing
    
    - Blackberry, Strawberry Rhubarb, or Peach Jam No thanks
    
    - garlic dill pickles I would but again customs and probably a pain to ship internationally
    
    - raw honey from bees on our property No, thanks
    
    - Baked or homemade goods (rum balls, spritz cookies, peanut butter cookies, chocolate chip cookies, brownies, fudge, cranberry bliss bars, chocolate topped toffee, zucchini bread, pumpkin bread, princess buttercups, chex mixes, trail mixes, etc.)
    Feel free to request a certain type of favorite thing you like. I have a food handlers license and I will make sure everything is very sterile, I am ultra virgo about cleanliness. I will avoid allergens like the plague if you are allergic to certain things. I can do gluten free baked things and/or we could do sugar free if that is a must.
    No thanks - as per customs comment above
    
    - handsewn project bags or makeup bags? We do different sizes, some with zippers, some with draw strings. I can get all kinds of fandom type fabric like Walking Dead, Doctor Who, Nightmare Before Christmas, Hello Kitty, Harry Potter, My Little Pony, Star Wars, Mario Brothers, etc. I have some glittery bats, skulls, etc. too.
    No thanks
    
    
    - yarn, roving, batts, fiber? I have a LOT of really nice "farty" or "snobby" yarn in semi-solids, self striping, and gradients. Or I can make batts with our drum carder. I have roving and wool too if you spin. Or I have some handspun yarn in different colors/weights as well.
    No thanks
    - any cross stitch items like a small wall hanging or bookmark? I'm learning cross stitch and might be able to get a project done. I'm hip with inappropriate phrases... Sure!
    
    - if you said you'd want a knitted item, are there any particular favorite patterns you'd like -
    pinterest?
    ravelry bundle? No knitted things. I wear short and t-shirts most of the year in tropical Queensland
    

     

    Bath and Body works? Always keen for anything. Am always in need of good body butters
    
    I'm going to San Diego next week. Are there any souvenirs from there you'd like? How about any little souvenirs in general that you appreciate receiving?
    Sure. If you like
    
    What's your shoesize? Would you like to receive socks? 8 mans and always need socks
    
    Stuff from The Netherlands, England, Germany, etc.:
    Absolutely
    
    Office supplies:
    Sure. I love stationary
    
    Spicy, cheesy, or sour snacks:
    Yep
    
    Would you like cooking ingredients, mixes, spices, oils, gadgets, etc.:
    Yes I would
    
    Soaps or bath gel?
    Soap absolutely. I make my own but am about to run out
    
    Candles, wax melts, incense?
    Absolutely
    
    Jewelry preferences:
    Silver/silver-toned, or copper/bronze (I don't have any allergies or sensitivities).
    
    Sweeteners:
    No thanks.
    
    Handmade items & homemade food:
    Yes but nothing likely to get customs freaked out
    
    Licorice?
    Love liquorice
    
    Do you have a Trader Joe's near you? If not, would you want some of their famous delicious treats? (Cookie butter - original or pumpkin spice!, sweet plantain chips, chocolate covered potato chips, etc)
    Trader Joes doesn't exist here. If you want to, then sure
    
    Do you have any interest in Shakespearean swag (insult mugs, play themed lip balms, oodles of other possibilities) or general performing arts related goodies?
    Yes
    What is your favorite Christmas story - be it book, movie, cartoon - and if there are various versions, which is your favorite? I don't have one!
    
    Do you have a preference for numbered packages or random selection? Numbered!
    
    Do you have any external wishlists, Goodreads, or anything else that you might not have listed in your survey? No I don't but I am always interested in learning about new authors.
    
    
    For books that are part of a series, do you have a strong preference for whether you receive them in order, assuming that any overarching plot is reasonably easy to pick up on and the main story is self contained?
    In order
    
    
    what kind of collector are you? And do you have a log or a list somewhere away from the forum of the things you love, hate or already own?
    Other than perfume, not anymore. Am keeping my possessions light in case I move city/country again
    
    Christmas decor?
    I haven't decorated for Xmas in years as I live alone but I love Christmas decorations
    
    When it comes to makeup, what is your coloring? Fair, dark? Sensitive skin? Eye color? Hair color? Style....funky, natural? Any additional makeup info?
    NA
    
    Is there any craft or hobby that you are interested in trying?
    I am in a craft free zone at the moment. Was making jewellery a while ago
    
    I love crocheting, it's my favorite hobby. Can I make you a scarf/cowl/sweater/lap blanket to keep you wintery-warm!?
    
    I would if I live in a cold place but most of the year here is sticky and warm/hot
    
    How do you feel about knit socks? (Plain stockinette, lacework, cables, etc). Are there any other hand knit items you'd especially like? (Mittens, fingerless gloves, hats, etc).
    
    Socks are OK for the few days of the year that get coldish or when I visit my family in New Zealand
    
    How do you feel about amigurumi (i.e. little crochet toys), either characters from a fandom, wee animals, or as decorations?
    
    I am OK with them
    
    
    What kind of snacks do you like? Does dried fruit or crunchy dried vegetables sound appealing? Do you like (raw) honey? Jerky? Jam? What sort of local products do you like to receive as gifts? If you're familiar with products in the Pacific Northwest, is there anything specific you'd like to try?
    
    Nothing that wouldn't get through customs. Prefer savoury snacks but also love chocolate
    
    
    If there's one place you could go in the world, where and why?
    Wouldn't mind visiting Europe. Always love going to the US.
    
    What sort of dollar store items do you always get a kick out of?
    Don't really frequent them
    
    Do you like to receive plants or gardening stuff? Do you grow plants? What's your favourite flower, if you have one?
    I am a keen gardener and orchid grower but no plant/organic material, please.
    Favourite flowers to look at touch: Orchids, Tall bearded irises, daffodils
    
    Favourite flowers to sniff: Freesia, daphne
    
    If you had a custom perfume/beauty/bath product made for you, what would it be and what would the scent description look like? (everything from prose to the specific selection of notes)
    A custom blend would probably be patchouli, vanilla, frangipani, rum
    
    I love drawing! Either fanart chibis on the tablet or portrait work in graphite pencil... but it's been a while..so I'd love to use this as an excuse to draw something for you! If you could commission an art piece, would you choose traditional or digital artwork- and what would it be of?
    
    Digital. Not entirely sure but I am sure it would be great!

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    Wench457's Answers to Life, the Universe and Everything Swaps!

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    I love crocheting, it's my favorite hobby. Can I make you a scarf/cowl/sweater/lap blanket to keep you wintery-warm!?
    I also crochet, so I would LOVE to have something someone else made for me!
    
    Is there any craft or hobby that you are interested in trying?
    I am interested in learning how to make amigurumi, so patterns or supplies for that would be great.
    
    When it comes to makeup, what is your coloring? Fair, dark? Sensitive skin? Eye color? Hair color? Style....funky, natural? Any additional makeup info?
    Fair and dry skin, auburn hair, green/hazel eyes. Style casual – whatever’s easy lol! Not so much into makeup for everyday, but I am currently lusting after one of these: https://www.stagemakeuponline.com/02-ST3/Ben-Nye-Silicone-Tool.html?ref=%2Fsearch%3Fdepartment%3Dbeauty+tools%3Abrushes+and+applicators
    
    Do you like to receive plants or gardening stuff? Do you grow plants? What's your favourite flower, if you have one?
    I am too busy to remember to take care of indoor plants, so they tend to die. I do have an herb garden outside – I much prefer to use fresh herbs for cooking whenever possible. Favorite flower is a Sterling Silver rose. Not so much for the color, although it is pretty, but because they smell like I think roses are supposed to smell. Unfortunately, my Sterling Silver plant died, and I haven’t yet replaced it.
    
    How do you feel about amigurumi (i.e. little crochet toys), either characters from a fandom, wee animals, or as decorations?
    Love them!
    
    How do you feel about knit socks? (Plain stockinette, lacework, cables, etc). Are there any other hand knit items you'd especially like? (Mittens, fingerless gloves, hats, etc).
    Knit socks are awesome! I have to wear rubber boots a lot in the winter and I am always needing warm socks to wear in them! I love fingerless gloves. My ears get cold easily also, so ear warmers or ear muffs are always appreciated!
    
    What kind of snacks do you like? Does dried fruit or crunchy dried vegetables sound appealing? Do you like (raw) honey? Jerky? Jam? What sort of local products do you like to receive as gifts? If you're familiar with products in the Pacific Northwest, is there anything specific you'd like to try?
    Other than dried cranberries, which I adore, I am not really a fan of dried fruit or vegetables.
    Love raw honey, and especially honeycomb!
    Jerky is great, I don’t eat beef, but my kids and husband do, so pretty much anything is fine.
    Love all kinds of jam. I had a bacon-pepper jam recently that was amazing!
    I also live in the PNW, but anything that is local to you I would enjoy trying!
    
    
    Would anyone mind bath and body works items? Such as hand sanitizer, lotion, candles, car scents or soap?
    I can always use travel-sized lotions, my hands tend to dry out in the winter. I also go through a LOT of hand-sanitzers for my work. Something fairly neutral scented or vanilla is perfect, so it doesn’t clash with the BPAL I am wearing that day.
    
    Any Lush showergel (or other product) you'd like to try?
    I have never tried Lush, so that could be fun. I don’t use shower gel though, just soap.
    
    If you had a custom perfume/beauty/bath product made for you, what would it be and what would the scent description look like? (everything from prose to the specific selection of notes) :
    I was so lucky that my Witch in this round of Switch Witch actually had my dream scent custom-blended for me!
    
    I love drawing! Either fanart chibis on the tablet or portrait work in graphite pencil... but it's been a while..so I'd love to use this as an excuse to draw something for you! If you could commission an art piece, would you choose traditional or digital artwork- and what would it be of?
    I am not a big fan of the chibi style. A pencil sketch of my horse would be cool to put up in my office. Or tropical fish – especially Clown Trigger, Mandarinfish or Moorish Idol.
    
    Christmas decor this year:
    Traditional/Victorian as usual. I’m so boring that way!
    
    What's your shoesize? Would you like to receive socks?
    Shoe size is 8-8 ½. I always appreciate socks, especially fun ones!
    
    I live in The Netherlands but I will visit England soon and might pay a visit to Germany. Anything special from here that you'd like to try?
    I don’t know much at all about The Netherlands, anything regional is always a lot of fun to receive. Tea and Cadbury’s from England is wonderful too, the ones they send here are just not the same.
    
    Do you have any interest in Shakespearean swag (insult mugs, play themed lip balms, oodles of other possibilities) or general performing arts related goodies?
    We are BIG Shakespeare fans in my house! Anything above would be awesome. We are also very involved in theatre locally – I am currently directing a production of Noises Off which opens in January and my husband is in a production of Other Desert Cities which opens this Friday.
    
    What is your favorite Christmas story - be it book, movie, cartoon - and if there are various versions, which is your favorite?
    The Polar Express, both the movie and the book.
    
    Do you have a preference for numbered packages or random selection?
    No preference, whatever my Snow Angel wants to do is fine by me!
    
    Do you have any external wishlists, Goodreads, or anything else that you might not have listed in your survey?
    All of my wishlists are in my survey.
    
    For books that are part of a series, do you have a strong preference for whether you receive them in order, assuming that any overarching plot is reasonably easy to pick up on and the main story is self contained?
    I am a little bit compulsive about reading things in order. I’m the same way with television series.
    
    Do you like Steampunk? Would you be interested in any jewelry inspired by steampunk?
    I do like Steampunk. Either earrings or hair ornaments would be most likely to be used frequently.
    
    I make paper albums and journals. Would you be interested in receiving something like that? Would you like some other type of handmade paper craft?
    I don’t keep a journal, so that would not get much use from me. Notepads however, are always appreciated.
    
    Do you like licorice or would you like to try it? Would you prefer salt or sweet?
    I love licorice! I tried the salted once, which was enough to learn that it is not for me. Sweet please!
    
    BPAL wishlist updated?
    Yes!
    
    Do you like office supplies like pens, pencils, highlighters, sticky notes, etc?
    Yes to all the things!
    
    How do you feel about spicy, cheesy, or sour snacks?
    Love spicy, cheesy and sweet. Honestly, if I could live on cheese, I would.
    
    Would you like any cook-able mixes like for soup or baked goods, cooking ingredients like spices, sugars, salts, oils, or cooking gadgets?
    If it were homemade, I would use baking mixes. I’m kind of a soup snob, so I make all my soups from scratch, using fresh ingredients. I love getting spices, salts and oils! My kitchen is already stuffed to the gills with kitchen gadgets, lol!
    
    Would you prefer bar soaps or bath gel?
    Bar soaps, please.
    
    Candles, wax melts, or incense - yea or nay?
    Yea on candles, nay on the others. My husband is very sensitive to scents, so nothing too heavily scented is allowed. He does like lavender and I adore vanilla.
    
    How do you feel about sweeteners? Do you prefer sugar, stevia, sucralose, etc.? Anything in particular to avoid?
    I prefer sugar.
    
    Would you be interested in:
    - Dried honeycrisp apples Yes
    - Applesauce (with red hots for sweetness and cinnamon) Yes
    - Rose petal liqueur I WOULD LOVE THIS WITH A PASSION! Or even a recipe to make it myself!
    - Blackberry, Strawberry Rhubarb, or Peach Jam Not so much on the peach, although my husband would love it. We all love blackberry, but I am the only one in the house who likes rhubarb.
    - Baked or homemade goods (rum balls, spritz cookies, peanut butter cookies, chocolate chip cookies, brownies, fudge, cranberry bliss bars, chocolate topped toffee, zucchini bread, pumpkin bread, princess buttercups, chex mixes, trail mixes, etc.) Feel free to request a certain type of favorite thing you like. I have a food handlers license and I will make sure everything is very sterile, I am ultra virgo about cleanliness. I will avoid allergens like the plague if you are allergic to certain things. I can do gluten free baked things and/or we could do sugar free if that is a must.Yes to all, especially: rum balls, fudge, cranberry bliss bars, chocolate topped toffee
    - handsewn project bags or makeup bags? We do different sizes, some with zippers, some with draw strings. I could use a nice zippered bag to hold crochet projects.
    - yarn, roving, batts, fiber? Yarn for crochet would be great!
    - any cross stitch items like a small wall hanging or bookmark? No, thank you.
    - if you said you'd want a knitted item, are there any particular favorite patterns you'd like? No preference.
    
    If you said you liked candles/incense/etc., what are your favorite scents for such things?
    Vanilla or lavender.
    
    Do you have a Trader Joe's near you? If not, would you want some of their famous delicious treats? (Cookie butter - original or pumpkin spice!, sweet plantain chips, chocolate covered potato chips, etc)
    I do have a TJ’s near me. I have never tried cookie butter, which I understand is heresy.
    
    If there's one place you could go in the world, where and why?
    So many places! I’ve been lucky to get to go to many wonderful places around the world already. I would love to go to Ireland someday. A large part of my heritage is from there, and it looks like such a beautiful place.
    
    What sort of dollar store items do you always get a kick out of? For example, I always love those silly expandable sponges.
    I almost never shop in dollar stores, so I don’t even know what might be an option.
    
    Do you have a wood-burning fireplace or fire pit, and if so would you like handmade firestarters or scenting bundles to throw on it? (think bundles of apple wood chips and cinnamon bark, or little wax/herb/paper bundles with a wick)
    No functional fireplaces or pits here. We do have an outdoor gas grill, so wood chips for smoking might be fun.
    
    Thinking about your package arriving and unwrapping, would you prefer more foody items or more non-foody things?
    A mix, I guess. Whatever my Snow Angel wants to send me will be loved.
    
    Name a handful of things you would LOVE to see in your 12 Days gifts!
    I could actually use some stitch markers, since I am getting back into crochet and I don't have any.
    
    Do you like to cook and would you be interested in cookbooks? If so, what kind?
    I kind of collect cookbooks, especially really old ones - I enjoy reading about ancient and historical recipes. I kind of have my eye on Alton Brown's recent book, Everyday Cook. And I always love getting personal recipes - holiday cookies or slow cooker recipes especially.
    
    Do you like games (board/card), and if so what kind and for how many players?
    My husband isn't a big fan of games, and Avery takes after him. Two player games for me and Antonio would be awesome, so we can have fun without those two party poopers!
    
    What animals do you think are considered cute?
    Horses, cats, otters, foxes (especially fennec foxes), seals, dolphins
    
    Would you like to receive a photography print? My pictures are mainly of animals or landscapes. What would you prefer? Any favourite animals you'd like to receive a picture of? Would you also like to receive postcards? You can view some of my pictures on http://www.by-ellen.com
    Those are so beautiful! I love the foxes, and the landscapes, though I prefer the ones without human structures in them.

     

    What are your most wanted BPALs?
    I have been so lucky recently to get a lot of the ones I was most keen on. I have a possible swap pending for some Stekk, which I would love to get my paws on. Yellow Pumpkin Floss and Reapers Gonna Reap, which I have been holding off ordering until the next update. In the realm of "in your dreams!" I'd love some Macabray or The Unicorn.
    
    

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    12 Days swap 2016

    Hello Snow angel please ask if you need any specific answers, I'll try to answer all the questions here.
    I love crocheting, it's my favorite hobby. Can I make you a scarf/cowl/sweater/lap blanket to keep you wintery-warm!?
    Scarf or cowl would be great a lap blanket would end up cat blanket,
    
    How do you feel about amigurumi (i.e. little crochet toys), either characters from a fandom, wee animals, or as decorations?
    Cute but likely to be destroyed by the semi-feral feline that lives in my house.
    
    How do you feel about knit socks? (Plain stockinette, lacework, cables, etc). Are there any other hand knit items you'd especially like? (Mittens, fingerless gloves, hats, etc).
    All of the above I like and would wear.
    
    What kind of snacks do you like? Does dried fruit or crunchy dried vegetables sound appealing? Do you like (raw) honey? Jerky? Jam? What sort of local products do you like to receive as gifts? If you're familiar with products in the Pacific Northwest, is there anything specific you'd like to try?
    Crunchy fruit or veg- yummy, honey or jam no thank you, jerky -no, vegetarian. I've never been to the West coast, so very happy to try anything local to you.
    
    If there's one place you could go in the world, where and why?
    New Zealand, I love mountains, trees and waterfalls- it looked amazing in the LOTR films. I have flying so am unlikely to ever go there.
    
    What sort of dollar store items do you always get a kick out of?
    I don't ever go into pound shops unless I need a stack of birthday cards for giving out at work. I can't think of anything else i would pick up.
    
    Do you like to receive plants or gardening stuff? Do you grow plants? What's your favourite flower, if you have one?
    I love plants and flowers for indoor and out. I'm constructing an outdoor fern garden this year, having discover the snails don't decimate them, unlike a lot of the flowers I'd like to grow. I like old fashioned flowers, wild flowers, not keen on modern roses, dahlias etc. At this time of year I really enjoy the late daisies;heleniums, rudbeckias, asters and cone flowers, plus Japanese anemones.
    
    If you had a custom perfume/beauty/bath product made for you, what would it be and what would the scent description look like? (everything from prose to the specific selection of notes) Perfume, soap or body cream, I think it would need some amber or maybe some patchouli as they are my top two notes, they probably don't go so well together. My favourite ever scent is Tramp from Lush so something along those lines would be good or maybe a snowy scent for winter,
    
    I love drawing! Either fanart chibis on my tablet (ok it's my daughter's but still) or portrait work in graphite pencil... but it's been a while..so I'd love to use this as an excuse to draw something for you! If you could commission an art piece, would you choose traditional or digital artwork- and what would it be of? I don't know, I'm really bad at this type of question- i just like things when I see them. The stuff I have collected on Pinterest is mainly Botanical art: https://uk.pinterest...l-illustration/
    
    When it comes to makeup, what is your coloring? Fair, dark? Sensitive skin? Eye color? Hair color? Style....funky, natural? Any additional makeup info?
    Fair usually 01 on a scale that starts 00, sensitive, blue eyes, blonde hair- natural plus a few unnatural ginger stripes!
    Is there any craft or hobby that you are interested in trying?
    Nothing new- no more time.
    Christmas Decor:
    Home made things, weird things like bats and spiders on the tree, natural things-bringing in the green.- Must be able to withstand cat attack.
    
    What kind of collector are you? And do you have a log or a list somewhere away from the forum of the things you love, hate or already own?
    I started a Scentbase list years ago and a spreadsheet- have been out the loop for a couple of years now- stopped collecting more- I have many boxes to sort out sometime.
    Any Lush showergel (or other product) you'd like to try? I sort of collect their showergels, mostly from The Kitchen. So if there's anything you'd like to try, now's the time to tell!
    I pop into Lush every couple of weeks - I like the bubble bars, Karma and blue skies. I picked up some new Tramp shower gel from the kitchen recently.
    Do you like licorice or would you like to try it? Would you prefer salt or sweet?
    I used to be a regular visitor to the Netherlands so I have tried lots of licorice- I like the salty stuff but don't love it, there are lots of other dutch goodies i like more.
    I live in The Netherlands but I will visit England soon and might pay a visit to Germany. Anything special from here that you'd like to try?
    I love treats from Netherlands/ German like marzipan or chocolates, speculaas/biscuits
    is you BPAL wishlist updated? If not: please do!
    I have updated, however as I have been out the loop for a while it's mainly older things on there.
    Do you like office supplies like pens, pencils, highlighters, sticky notes, etc?
    I do, I have loads of pens, markers and highlighters, I can always use sticky notes and I always like to receive pencils, especially the souvenir ones from different places around the world.
    How do you feel about spicy, cheesy, or sour snacks?
    Spicy good , cheesy good. sour not so good
    Would you like any cook-able mixes like for soup or baked goods, cooking ingredients like spices, sugars, salts, oils, or cooking gadgets?
    Spices would be lovely, herbs and oils are good too. I wouldn't use salt or sugar mixes.I can't think of any gadgets I need.
    Would you prefer bar soaps or bath gel?
    Bar soaps.
    Candles, wax melts, or incense - yea or nay?
    Yea! I do have quite a collection already- I do use them up - just not as quickly as I acquire them
    Jewelry - any preference about length of necklaces, earrings, etc?
    I've had lots of allergy issues this year so must be metal free. I've actually stopped wearing jewellery for the last few months due to problems.
    Dried honeycrisp apples,Applesauce (with red hots for sweetness and cinnamon),Rose petal liqueur,Blackberry, Strawberry Rhubarb, or Peach Jam, Home baking
    I would be up for trying any of these.- as long as it's veggie.
    Handsewn project bags or makeup bags?
    I could use one of these to take my contact lens stuff to work.
    Yarn, roving, batts, fiber?
    Would be wasted on me - sorry
    If you said you liked candles/incense/etc., what are your favorite scents for such things?
    Nothing too foody or floral I like green, spicy and incense-y candles
    Do you have any interest in Shakespearean swag (insult mugs, play themed lip balms, oodles of other possibilities) or general performing arts related goodies?
    I don't have a special interest, but I wouldn't be opposed to anything of this nature.
    What is your favorite Christmas story - be it book, movie, cartoon - and if there are various versions, which is your favorite?
    Gremlins?? i'll add something more suitable if I can think about it for a while.
    Do you have a preference for numbered packages or random selection?
    Whatever my Snow Angel prefers!
    Do you have a Trader Joe's near you? If not, would you want some of their famous delicious treats? (Cookie butter - original or pumpkin spice!, sweet plantain chips, chocolate covered potato chips, etc)
    As before, happy to try anything new.
    What's your shoesize? Would you like to receive socks?
    UK size 7,EU 41, I think this about 9 US, yes socks are always useful, ankle length preferred
    .I'm going to San Diego next week. Are there any souvenirs from there you'd like? How about any little souvenirs in general that you appreciate receiving?
    I like little souvenirs, magnets, pencils, tea towels from wherever you are.
    Are you currently ISO any BPAL new or otherwise? What are your top 10 scents?
    I would like to try some of the newer BPALs - i haven't researched what looks good yet- I'll try and catch up. My top 10 changeable, my lasting favourites are Banshee Beat, Pallas Athene, L'estate, Dolly Kei, French Tobacco SN, One of my Vanilla chaos, the rest change.
    Black Friday will be a thing during this swap, anything you might want that will be on awesome sale?
    Not a thing in the UK - our sales are in January.
    Do you like to cook and would you be interested in cookbooks? If so, what kind?
    Low carb/vegetarian
    Do you like games (board/card), and if so what kind and for how many players?
    Wouldn't use these.
    If you have a Goodreads "to read" list, are those mostly books that you do not have and would like copies of, or are those mostly books that you already have piled on your shelves/lurking in your e-reader?
    I did start a Goodreads list- it is way out of date- I have huge plies of books to read and a Kindle full - so anything listed to read is probably in my possession
    Do you have a wood-burning fireplace or fire pit, and if so would you like handmade firestarters or scenting bundles to throw on it? (think bundles of apple wood chips and cinnamon bark, or little wax/herb/paper bundles with a wick)
    Sadly I have neither of these.
    You mentioned scarves in your questionnaire. Are you referring to a chunky thick keep-me-warm-in-a-snowstorm scarf, or a light and lacy could-be-warm-if-I-wound-it-a-hundred-times scarf?
    Either of these sound fabulous
    Would you like to receive a photography print? My pictures are mainly of animals or landscapes. What would you prefer? Any favourite animals you'd like to receive a picture of? Would you also like to receive postcards? You can view some of my pictures on http://www.by-ellen.com
    These are lovely photos Nemi- I sailed the Wadensee many years ago and have many happy memories of the islands and harbours full of sails.I love your kingfishers too.
    What are your most wanted BPAL's?
    All in my wishlist, I think they are probably all too rare and HTF now.I just have the list for swapping purposes.
    1) Thinking about your package arriving and unwrapping, would you prefer more foody items or more non-foody things?
    A mixture probably- really I'm so happy with any swap parcel. I will love whatever you send dear snow angel.
    2) Name a handful of things you would LOVE to see in your 12 Days gifts!
    See above-whatever you send. If it helps ( no expectations though) something woolly, something edible, something bath/body or smelly- actually all gifts make me glad.

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    Question 1: If I made some ephemeral art that was meant to be burned as the sacrifice, would you have a safe place to do that (a fireplace, a backyard, a bbq grill lol)? Nothing big, maybe 6 inches tall. Absolutely!
    
    Question 2: Would you want something from this website for your "light"? They're local to me and do beautiful work and I get a 20% discount. ha ha So if you see something you love, speak up. http://www.curiouscustoms.com/homey/ They are lovely! Particularly any of the items (the nightlights are very reasonably priced) with hummingbirds or pine trees/cones.
    
    Would people want a relaxing CD or a recording of the rainforest, or are people looking for things like mix CDs or something from a favorite artist? I don't really listen to natural sounds. I do listen to CDs though and mentioned in my questionnaire the types of music that I listen to.
    
    Would you, Snowflake, be interested in getting a bracelet or pendant necklace as a "charm" for banishment or protection or shifting energy or bringing in luck? If so, what's your preference (bracelet, necklace pendant), size (wrist size, chain length), what metals to you prefer (copper, sterling silver?), and what colors /stones do you have an affinity for? That would be cool. I have no metal preferences but would perhaps prefer a bracelet. I have average sized wrists I think?

     

    I think my snowflake will be receiving homemade by me bath and body products. So, are you the type that likes no color added at all, natural colorants and herbs, or rainbow glitter bombs ? I generally prefer natural colourants and herbs but I do love me some glitter!
    
    What's the best format to send you a whole music playlist (instead of an album)? Do you have a service you already use? Would you like it on a USB, iTunes, Spotify, etc? I don't have anything that I already use I'm afraid but a USB would be fine.

     

    Since one of the options for the sacrifice is an item to give away, I'm curious if there are any people, organizations, or causes that you like to give something away to? It could be anything - a charity you wish you could donate to, a stranger you see at the coffee shop who you've always wanted to do something nice for, an obnoxious coworker you'd like to receive one of those glitter-by-mail packages, whatever.

     

    The caretaker at the school I work at is trapped in an extremely difficult situation. I can't go into any details, but I know that he puts a brave, cheerful face on for us every day, even though it is causing him such distress underneath. He is a wonderful person and looks out for all of us. I wish I could do something to take him away from it all but perhaps a nice gesture for him will help to bring a little light to his day.

     

    Would anyone be interested in things that are traditional for energy cleansing and spirit clearing like a small bell, drum, cymbals, etc.?
    Not so much for me, but I am on the lookout for a bell with the perfect sleigh bell ring to it! Not easy to find.

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    ?☆12 Days of Christmas 2017☆?

    

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    2017 QUESTIONS

     

    How do you feel about the following flavors/ingredients:

    Coconut? Yes

    Mint? Yes

    Lavender? Sure

    Rosewater? Maybe

    Cardamom? Yes

    Candied citrus peel/marmalade? Yes

    Anything to absolutely avoid? I like alot of things but needs to be vegan.

    Would you like anything crafted for the storage or transport of the BPAL? (Travel imp containers, boxes for 5mls, bottle cozy, etc.) If so, do you prefer them to be plain or decorated? If decorated, are there any motifs or art that you'd particularly like?

    Someone made a bottle softcase that was SO CUTE! I would love that for travel. Really, any kind of storage would be appreciated.

     

    Do you have a strong preference for numbered packages vs randomly picking with maybe a few hints along the way?

    I have done swaps here with both unnumbered and numbered, and definitely prefer numbered if that's not too difficult. It doesn't have to climax or anything, but it's more fun for me that way...

     

    Are you jonesing for any particular BPAL right now? Anything you are just dying to try, even just a sniffie?

    Yes, I think I updated my bpal wishlist last week to include the latest things i'm wishing for. Just ignore the rares~

     

    We do a lot of baking and holiday good ridiculousness around here...house specialties include lebkuchen (flourless, they're mostly nuts, spices, candied fruit), marzipan, butter caramels (flavored or plain), shortbread crisps, and savory cheese shortbread. Any of these sound appealing?

    Yes, I'm totally into all of these, even better if they are vegan

    What are your top places to get a gift card from?

    BPAL and BPTP

    Which holiday symbols/themes do you like the best (or least)? Such as Santas, snowflakes, reindeer, etc.

    I would say Vintage/Retro for sure since we have the aluminum tree and the old world decor. Crystals and lots of sparkle. We also have some evil looking gnomes and Norse/Nordic/Celtic type decor that came from Norway etc.

     

    Do you like puzzles?

    I do like puzzles, but we do not have a place to work on them so I would have to say no. If they are the handheld puzzles, everyone around here loves those.

     

    What kind of hot drinks do you like, and if tea or coffee or cocoa or cider or alcohol, give specifics?

    I LOVE teas, mostly milk oolong, dirty chai, and I getting more into Matcha. I don't drink coffee at all, and love cocoa and mulled cider. I also ADORE sweet wines and cordials like Riesling, Moscato d"Asti, Port, an limonchello.

     

    What kind of candles do you like, scent, etc?

    My favorite candles are woodsy, creamy fig, and earthy smoky vanillas.

    Mixes or seasonings for the kitchen?

    I'm crazy for spices, black salt, saffron, barbeque sauce, and Sambal Olek

     

    Are you interested in anything from my etsy shop? https://www.etsy.com...winklentwilight

    OH yes, these are so cute. I think the ones with the zippers would be best for me and I adore japanese fabrics.

     

    How do you feel about amigurumi (little crochet stuffies...animals, characters, ornaments, etc.)? These are so cute, but not as an ornament. I have to use super lightweight things on my old tree. I love amigurumi dragons and bats the most.

     

    If I were to crochet you something wearable, do you have any preferences? Do you like hats, scarves, gloves, other? And would you prefer something fun and whimsical (e.g. fox face hat or owl mittens), something delicate and pretty (e.g. lacy wraps or scalloped boot cuffs), or just something like a basic, no frills beanie or cowl? Do you have a Ravelry account and a list of favorite patterns?

    I don't have a Ravelry account unfortunately, but armwarmers would be excellent!

     

    What is something new in your life that you wish you had more "things" for?

    Are you coveting anything currently available from Haus of Gloi?

    I love Moon Dog pumpkin butter, hair oil and soap, also if the Yules are released early enough, I'm crazy about Three Treasures if that gets released again and I want to try Old Tannenbaum, Ye Olde Cake of Fruit, and Wintervale if that comes back. I do not care for the scrubs or perfumes unfortunately.

     

    Are you coveting anything from the Paintbox Soapworks update that just happened?

    I'm not a fan of their soaps unfortunately, but i'm curious about the scrubs.

     

    Are you coveting anything from Cocoa Pink?

    I just placed a pretty big order from CP so i'm good, but I can always use more linen sprays and/or Ends with Argon Benefits. I'm not really a fan of her shampoos but I'd like to try Soulmate.

     

    Do you have feelings about fruitcake? We're talking whiskey soaked homemade fruitcake, not a brick in a festive tin.

    Yes, if its vegan - sorry, you're gonna see this alot

     

    Any strong nail polish and/or makeup preferences?

    Makeup is pretty simple, but I do stain my lips, wing my eyeliner sometimes, use mascara, cream eyeshadow, claw polish in grays, mauves, indigo, and pale pink, and lip shine. For bath goodies, I like both whipped soap and bar soap equally, along with scrubs. Spray or pouring body oils, hair oils and detanglers.

     

    *Lipstick – I’m a lipstick junkie! I’m open to trying anything but prefer creamy mattes that aren’t drying.

    *Mascara – I’m open to trying colors! My hands down fave is Lancome Hypnose. Second fave is the much cheaper Loreal Paris Voluminous

    *Nail Polish - Love neutrals, greys, blues, golds, silvers, browns and halos stuff.

    *Eyeshadow – I only use crème eyeshadows, love dark pinks, sparkling browns, and golds.

    *Eyeliner - I like to use liquid eyeliner in dark teal, brown and black. My main concern is smudging, so if you know of a fab one that doesn't budge bring it on.

    How do you feel about pomanders?

    I made so many of these in grade school! I'm sure my family was completely over me and my pomanders. I'm open to them, and would find a place to hang one maybe.

     

    How do you feel about savor soaps?

    Cute stuff! I'm stunned by the sheer amount of people making indie bath products these days. There's always a new one to discover. The cherry things are appealing to me, really i'm open to trying new things.

     

    Or Perfectly Posh?

    If there's something you love, share it with me, but i'm always a bit wary of consultant sites.

     

    Favorite animals?

    I love so many different animals, but animals around the house or on socks and such probably lions, black cats, alpaca, owls, and swans.

    Weird question, but it's on my mind: Do you have a strong preference for consumables (soaps, candles, food, etc.) over other stuff?

    Honestly, I don't need any more knick-knacks but I don't want to disappoint. An blown glass ornament for the tree would be amazing tho. I collect the Old World Christmas ornaments, the stranger the better. I don't think I really answered this question tho

    Would you be interested in one of the Colorpop pallets? Anything else from Colourpop?

    I cannot do powdered eyeshadow, but am super curious about the liquid colors they are releasing this month.

    Would you like any holiday music? if so, do you prefer a CD or MP3?

    I collect vinyl, so if anything records are preferred. We love John Coltrane and other jazzy holiday collections. I've got a few on my Amazon wishlist if you want to check it out.

    Do you like toffee or fudge?

    YES, i'm making both of these this year tho.

     

    What is something new in your life that you wish you had more "things" for?

    Not a new thing, but quality pens and other art supplies are always welcome.

     

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    QUESTIONNAIRE

     

    WINTER WONDERINGS

    Do you celebrate Christmas? Another winter holiday?:

    We decorate the house with a tree, presents, stockings, elves, wreaths, candles, yule logs but it’s more about the ritual rather than religion.

     

    Do you decorate? Would you like to receive decorative items?:

    We put up a vintage silver aluminum tree with all glass ornaments and a spinning color light wheel. I decorate the fireplace and mantle mostly with crystals, woodland creatures and gnomes. We have a few lights outside with live garland around the door and a wreath with bells.

     

    What are your favorite things about winter/Christmas?:

    The food! I love the cookies, pies, candies, tamales, hot cocoa and more!!!

     

    What is your favorite Christmas/winter holiday memory?:

    Driving across state from south Texas through a 3 hour blizzard with frozen windshield wipers on Christmas eve. When we reached my mom’s place, the flakes were still falling. The next morning, the snow was deep and perfect. We built the largest snowman of our lives-it felt like we had driven to the north pole. It was the last Christmas before my Mother had a massive, life changing stroke.

    ALL ABOUT YOU

    Allergies and dietary/lifestyle restrictions (if applicable):

    I am vegan but please don’t worry about it too much.

     

    Favorite color(s):

    Deep, Black-Blue, Purple Greys, Parchment, Silver, Citrine, Orchid and Pearl.

     

    Favorite snacks and treats:

    Pecans, Pistachios, Cocomels, Vegan Tamales, Trader Joe’s Goodies, Hot Cocoa, Italian Wedding Cookies.

     

    Favorite bath & beauty products:

    Alchemic Muse is my hands down favorite! Cocoa Pink, BPTP Bath Oil, some Lush, Future Primitive, Moonalisa, Valhalla, Cellar Door, I have VERY sensitive skin and cannot do anything with a bunch of chemicals.

     

    Favorite notes:

    Vanilla Musk, Bourbon Vanilla, Tuberose, Black Vanilla Bean, Black Lily, Amber, Vanilla Amber, Sweet Pea, Opium, Spun Sugar, Rare Woods, White Pearled Leather, Fur, Sandalwood, Vanilla Orchid.

     

    Least favorite notes:

    Smoke, maple, ozone, violet, dirt, blood, metal, butter, cheese, peach, pumpkin.

     

    Your favorite books/authors/genres:

    Favorite book genres: dystopian, horror, fantasy, books that take place in an "original world"

    Favorite book theme: poetic/gothic/romantic style writing, magical realism

    Favorite authors: John Steinbeck, Hermann Hesse, Elizabeth McCracken, Brom, Arthur Golden, Clive Barker, Neil Gaiman, Katherine Dunn, Tom Robbins, Kazue Ishiguro. Salinger, Moomintroll and graphic novels like My Favorite Thing is Monsters by Emil Ferris.

     

    I have a long list on Goodreads. The books that are “would like to read” I do not own yet.

    https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/11567200-jennifer-wallace

     

    Your preferred book format (Kindle ebook, Kobo ebook, paperback, etc.)?:

    I prefer actual books over ebooks but I also have a Kindle if you want to share something only in that format.

    Do you collect anything?:

    Deer figurines, minerals and gemstones, cactus, tarot cards, orchids, bpal, black cameos, art books, art supplies, windchimes, records, japanese tea bowls and cups.

    Your favorite fandom(s):

    Wes Anderson, Twin Peaks, Game of Thrones, Studio Ghibli, Mark Ryden.

    What are your hobbies?:

    Jewelry Making, Gardening, Painting, Sewing, Flower Arranging, Ceramics.

     

    Things you could always use more of:

    Antique/Vintage beads, crystals, cloth napkins, head scarves, cream eyeshadows, beautiful notions like silk threads, brocade ribbon and ink pens for drawing.

     

    What’s your personal clothing style?:

    T-shirt and Jeans, Maxi dresses, Eclectic bohemian hippy child yoga free spirit with a big splash of goth.

    What jewelry (if any) do you like to wear?:

    Rings, Bracelets, Earrings, Long Necklaces.

    What sizes do you wear (t-shirts, socks, rings, etc.)?:

    *Sizing on wearables: I wear a ladies t-shirt in MEDIUM, size 9 shoe, rings from size 7 - 8

    Will you be having your birthday during this swap?:

    No. it is June 27th.

    Would you be open to receiving handmade items?:

    Absolutely.

    Would you like to be partnered with someone who likes handmade items?:

    That would be fine, but I cannot promise I will make anything.

    Is there anything you definitely do NOT want to receive (things with nudity, profane language, etc.)?:

    I am open to anything except maybe a dildo that spins and plays christmas music.

     

    Would you like your partner to spoil your S.O./child/cat/dog? What do they like?:

    Sure! I have a 17 year old daughter Lula that is crazy about all things Japanese and games. Happy to get things for my Pomeranians too.

     

    Where else can your partner stalk you?:

    https://www.facebook...757181231196534

    https://www.instagram.com/jenjin8/

    https://www.pinterest.com/jenjin8/

    Are there any wishlists you’d like to share with your partner? Link here:

    https://www.etsy.com...orites/wishlist

    http://a.co/6qfBXMW

    Is there anything we haven’t mentioned that you’d like to share with your partner?:

    I love numbered gifts, so you choose in which order I open things. If you have any questions about things I like or simply want to chat about the season, feel free to ask. Looking forward to sharing more with you.

     

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    2016 QUESTIONS

    What kind of collector are you? I love gemstones, crystals, vintage/antique black glass, vintage fawns, silver spoons, bells, vintage trims, tarot cards (new), glass paperweights, matchbooks, postcards, incense burners, candles, vinyl records, tea bowls, expresso cups and board games.

    Lush shower gels: YES! UK LUSH carries things we can't get in the US! Gels: PLUM RAIN (ESPECIALLY) Grass, Calcas, Uluru, Twilight, Supertramp, Freeze, Aura Saudis, Snow-Showers, Sno-Cake, Hot-Toddy, Ponche, 29 High Street, Back for Breakfast, Avoshower, Comforter, Blue Skies (bubble bath), Ginger (Bad ASS), Tramp, Fruity Beauty, Karma.

    Licorice: Yes, but NO salted licorice.

    Stuff from The Netherlands, England, Germany, etc.: YES! rocks and minerals, trolls, little boozy Delft Blue KLM house bottles, patches, keychains, fridge magnets, espresso cups, salt/pepper shakers really anything~

    Office supplies: asian papers, small elegant scissors, gel white ink pens, wax stamps, ink stamps, ink pads.

    Spicy, cheesy, or sour snacks: savory, herby, or spicy!

    Would you like cooking ingredients, mixes, spices, oils, gadgets, etc.: Sure! I love small things for the kitchen especially antique/vintage items still in good shape.

    Soaps or bath gel? I adore soaps of all kinds but they need to be as natural as possible. Brands I LOVE are Hot-Pour Paintbox Soapworks, Cellar Door (gimme all those yule bars), Haus of Gloi, Future Prim, Solstice Scents whipped soaps are divine.

    Candles, wax melts, incense? Candles and incense, I do not use a wax melts. I am VERY picky about my incense and really on use Shoyeido or Three Kings Incense.

    Jewelry preferences: Silver Rings, very light weight earrings, wrap bracelets, long necklaces.

    Sweeteners: Sugars only. Any kind of SUGAR~brown sugar, pink sugar, sugar cubes, crystal sugar, cane sugar, coconut sugar. YES gimme all the sugar I CANNOT do any sort of artificial sweetener and do not enjoy Stevia.

    Handmade items & homemade food: Yes! I love salsa and hotsauce, pickles, and vegan baked goods.

     

    Shakespearean swag: Love teenytiny bra knives, long heavy stockings, masks, and hair combs.

    Favorite Christmas story: Nightmare before Christmas

    Numbered packages or random: Whatever is easiest for you but numbered is definitely more fun.

    Goodreads or other wish lists:

    https://www.goodread...w/list/11567200 includes a to-read wishlist.

    Books in a series-- in order? In order only.

     

    Trader Joe's: I have one here and I love the almond stuffed olives, nuts, cookies, peanut butter cups and butterscotch salted caramels.

    Shoe size: 9

     

    Can I make you a scarf/cowl/sweater/lap blanket to keep you wintery-warm!? Yes, but it will need to be lightweight. I am in Texas and I do prefer natural fibers to synthetic.

     

    How do you feel about amigurumi (i.e. little crochet toys), either characters from a fandom, wee animals, or as decorations? Adorable! I also really LOVE felted animals especially woodland type creatures.

     

    Do you like to receive plants or gardening stuff? Do you grow plants? What's your favorite flower, if you have one? Yes, but no seeds please. My favorite flower is Peony with Magnolia and Hydrangea as runners up.

     

    How do you feel about knit socks? (Plain stockinette, lacework, cables, etc). Are there any other hand knit items you'd especially like? (Mittens, fingerless gloves, hats, etc). If they are like house slippers, that would be amazing. I also really really love fingerless gloves and arm sleeves. YES~

     

    What kind of snacks do you like? Does dried fruit or crunchy dried vegetables sound appealing? Do you like (raw) honey? Jerky? Jam? What sort of local products do you like to receive as gifts? If you're familiar with products in the Pacific Northwest, is there anything specific you'd like to try? Nuts of all kinds, Honey is fine, NO JERKY unless it is VEGAN (which I do love). Jellies, Maple Syrup, Crisps and Taffy all win with me. I also LOVE vegan Cocomels. NOM~ I loVE all kinds of dried fruits especially mango, figs, dates, cherries and sweet potato chips in terms of veggies.

    What sort of dollar store items do you always get a kick out of?

    Jazzy reading glasses, fancy cocktail napkins, stationary, paper, art supplies, scissors.

    If there's one place you could go in the world, where and why?

    I would love to travel to Barcelona, Spain. I find the history, arts and culture incredibly fascinating! Paris would probably be no. 2

     

    If you had a custom perfume/beauty/bath product made for you, what would it be and what would the scent description look like? Well, right now I am wishing for the perfect cold weather floriental fragrance. I'd love a deep, black orchid floriental with spicy resins, softly wooded incense, and a drop of silver, frosted vanilla.

     

    If you could commission an art piece, would you choose traditional or digital artwork- and what would it be of? I love hand painted vintage portraits, volcano and landscape paintings and if digital, Waterhouse images definitely thrill me.

    When it comes to makeup, what is your coloring? Fair, dark? Sensitive skin? Eye color? Hair color? Style....funky, natural? Any additional makeup info: Fair with freckles, sensitive skin and light blue eyes. I have black eyebrows with strawberry blonde hair. I'm mostly an earthy, fairy type chick and tend to wear lots of black, flowing stuff in cotton mostly. I do love a good graphic girl tee too!

    In terms of makeup, I prefer natural colors mostly but do a fairly heavy eyeliner swipe on my upper eyelid. For nail polish, I enjoy light pinkish grays, dark matte blueish purple and silvers but nothing too glittery. I love creme eyeshadows, matte lipsticks and creamy blush. I am collecting eyeshadows from Makeup Geek. Would love to try Limecrime stuff and I do like a flash of color in my mascara and eyeliner.

     

    Christmas decor this year:

    Aluminum tree with hand blown glass ornaments, I put all my crystals out, lots of mercury glass candle holders and a few gnomes and such. I am very picky about my Yule decor and prefer more items that are silver, pearlescent and crystal.

    Is there any craft or hobby that you are interested in trying?

    I am planning to take a precious metal clay class next spring.

    Question for the group! Would anyone mind bath and body works items? Such as hand sanitizer, lotion, candles, car scents or soap? Please, no BBW items for me. They definitely give me a headache.

    Cross stitch?

    Sure.

    Knitted items?

    I love arm sleeves

    Steampunk?

    It's cool but really not me.

    Paper journals?

    Unlined paper preferred.

    Socks?

    Long knee socks best or even thigh high.

    Cookbooks?

    YES! I love vegan cookbooks for baked items, pizza etc.

    Candle scents?

    LOVE DARK CANDLES!!! My fave for the holiday is GRAVE BLANKET.

    This is my most favorite commercial candle to give you an idea: http://shop.nordstro...-candle/3734465

    Also love snowy scents and sugar cookie. I did find a couple Yankee Candles I actually liked this year, the Glistening Leaves and Golden Pumpkin are glorious!

    Games?

    Board Games and we also have a PS3

    Raw honey?

    No thank you.

    Jam?

    Apricot, Raspberry, Strawberry are my faves.

    Garlic dill pickles?

    Um, I love spicy sweet the most.

    Rose petal liqueur?

    Yes yes yes!

    Applesauce?

    Also a yes

    Yarn?

    Sure, I love wool yarn.

    Dried honeycrisp apples?

    YES

    ISO BPAL?

    Lilith:

    My Little Grotesque

    Weenies:

    Boo

    Top 10 fave BPAL?

    Shadows and Reflections

    Mother Ghost

    Insects

    Mrs. Valentine

    Owl Moon

    Madame Moriarty (original)

    Volcano in Springtime

    Love and Sleep

    Poor Monkey

    Ava

    Do you have a wood-burning fireplace or fire pit, and if so would you like handmade firestarters or scenting bundles to throw on it? (think bundles of apple wood chips and cinnamon bark, or little wax/herb/paper bundles with a wick) YES! FIREPLACE and outdoor fire pit.

    What animals do you think are considered cute? Panda, Fox, Owls. Koala.

    Favorite flowers to sniff: Peony, pansy, carnation, stock.

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    Christmas Swap Help

    Can I make you a scarf/cowl/sweater/lap blanket to keep you wintery-warm!?
    Absolutely!
    
    Do you like to receive plants or gardening stuff? Do you grow plants? What's your favourite flower, if you have one?
    Yes, I would love something like that. I'm currently trying to keep a couple of herbs and a miniature rose alive. I do love roses.
    
    How do you feel about knit socks? (Plain stockinette, lacework, cables, etc). Are there any other hand knit items you'd especially like? (Mittens, fingerless gloves, hats, etc).
    No mittens and I probably wouldn't wear hats. But socks are good, and I love fingerless gloves.
    
    What kind of snacks do you like?
    Cheese, nuts, olives, peppers, jerky . . . Whatever doesn't have a lot of sugar or carbs right now would be awesome, especially with the holidays!
    
    What sort of dollar store items do you always get a kick out of?
    No idea . . . Sometimes I find really fun decorations for the holidays there. And I can always use battery-powered candles.
    
    If there's one place you could go in the world, where and why?
    I'd go back to London!
    
    If you had a custom perfume/beauty/bath product made for you, what would it be and what would the scent description look like?
    I would love a hair gloss, maybe with very good vanilla.
    
    If you could commission an art piece, would you choose traditional or digital artwork- and what would it be of?
    Either, probably a literary theme.
    
    When it comes to makeup, what is your coloring? Fair, dark? Sensitive skin? Eye color? Hair color? Style....funky, natural? Any additional makeup info?
    Fair with sensitive skin, green eyes, long brown hair. Picky about cosmetics, but I do like nail polish if I can get it to stay on! I don't do artificial nails or eyelashes.
    
    Christmas decor this year:
    Just moved into a new apartment, so I don't know how much I'm going to have handy *to* decorate. (I have some space, though.) I do still get a kick out of Charlie Brown Christmas decorations, no matter how cheesy they get. I love retro, old-fashioned, Victorian, pretty much anything . . . Are there Gothic Christmas directions? Also, I need more Krampus in my life.
    
    Is there any craft or hobby that you are interested in trying?
    I don't have a ot of time for new crafts and hobbies, although I've been thinking about making candles. (Random, I know!)
    
    Would anyone mind bath and body works items? Such as hand sanitizer, lotion, candles, car scents or soap? I use the sanitizer all the time. I have a lot of their lotions already, but hand soap, candles, sprays, and their lip care items.
    
    Any Lush showergel (or other product) you'd like to try? I sort of collect their showergels, mostly from The Kitchen. So if there's anything you'd like to try, now's the time to tell! I adore their "Silky Underwear" and "T for Toes" has just about saved my relationship! There are a lot of Lush products I haven't tried, however, including showergels. I can't use bath bombs right now, but anything for the shower is great.
    
    Do you like licorice or would you like to try it? Would you prefer salt or sweet? Not crazy about licorice itself, although Possets' Liza and Venus Black are two of my favorite scents ever.
    
    I live in The Netherlands but I will visit England soon and might pay a visit to Germany. Anything special from here that you'd like to try?
    I can't think of anything . . . Except maybe airline tickets!
    is you BPAL wishlist updated? If not: please do! I just updated. Still waiting on most of my Halloween and Lilith decants, however, so that could change.
    
    Oh, and maybe, just in case, I should answer my own question! As far as sweeteners go, stevia is my friend right now. I can also do Splenda/sucralose about twice a week. Sugar alcohols in very small doses are also OK.

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