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Dallandra's Blog
 

Switch Witch 2015

Answers to all extra Switch Witch Questions

Amazon wish list http://www.amazon.co.uk/registry/wishlist/2AA5UC39SZVP1
9/17/15



Pumpkin? Pumpkin scents are a yes for: bath products, home scents and a no for: perfume and lotions. Pumpkin flavours are a yes. Pumpkin decorations are a no



Booze? Not the biggest alcohol fan, but always in to try something special (sweet, no beers or wine)



Want anything from Yellowstone? Be it postcards, key chains, shot glasses, pint glasses, or huckleberry what have you? Sure



9/18/15



I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style!
Since I moved in with a new partner after having fled domestic violence earlier this year, I can't really give you pictures that will reflect me, but this is my perfume cabinet and that's totally me and I do still have that with me




9/19/15



For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all? I live with someone who doesn't drink, but some guest do.



Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful? Yes, big fan



What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try? I love coffee, have a stove top espresso maker and a Lavazza a mode mio machine. I like black, while and green tea, also when they're flavoured. I don't like tangy fruit teas or redbush. Herbal teas like yogi tea I do like.



What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians? I love quite dry humor and I love shows like Not going out and Miranda, 2 and a half men and Friends, oh and How I met your Mother.



Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc) I do like board games, but haven't played in years.



Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? Bath salts and body lotion oh and I'm not keen on dried fruit.

Plain or fun socks? Fun socks!!!!!

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? Crystals

What one thing you would like to do more of? Outdoorsy things

What are some things that fascinate you? Or, What would you like to know more about? Insects, but please don't send live ones

9/20/15

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? No thanks

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? Not especially, but I love Indian shisha embroidery.

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?) I won't be ordering myself, but I like the sound of Battle Fairy in Training

Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive? Last year I was lucky enough to receive a lot of knitted items and so this time I have to say no.

What thing do you want to do (or get) but you keep putting off for one reason or another? Write a book


Would you like anything from Lush? I love Lush and would like to try their Tooth Fairy tooth powder, Beautiful shower gel, Yuzu and Cocoa shower gel and the Comforter shower gel. My favourite of all is Buche de Noel facial cleanser.


Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought? I love both really and also secondhand (though maybe not for all items )


SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you? I think a 6 or a 7. I love spicy food, but when it gets too hot, for me, it takes over all other flavours and I don't like that.

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"? Boomslang v2 I think.

Analog or Digital? Or Both? Both, My first love will always be real books for example, but because of my illnesses I have trouble reading and holding them, so I adore my Kindle.

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....? The only one I can come up with is Screamin Mimi from Midnight Gypsy, but NAVA have lots of scents I would love to try and I'm sure the other companies have too.

Blu-ray or DVD? DVD, but since I'm in the UK, it's region 2
Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console? I have a laptop. And I think my partner has a sega megadrive, which I love, go Toejam and Earl

Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if? I won't be dressing up this year. Spending it at home, surrounded by kittycats

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles? I love bags. Not too small, shoulder or handbags, I love hmong bags and I have a small bag and a purse, black with dark pink embroidered flowers for the bag and blue with pink flowers for the purse. I love gothic style bags too, purple, black, black with purple and also other jewel colours (maybe not orange, yellow or green on their own)

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such? I don't really have any

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update? lets see, I love Sonnet d'Automne, and also the sound of The Vampire Bride and the White Witch, but it's not too likely I'll be able to order any time soon.

The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!) Now that turkey leg sounded delicious, what a shame I love the idea of Renaissance fairs, but I've never visited one, so I don't really know. It sounds like I might like a load of stuff there though

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read? I'm not really a fan of comics or graphic novels.

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like? Yes that would be amazing! I don't know if this is what is meant, but I love dragons, elves, fairies, witches and more Oh and I love Penny Dreadful

Where do you have wishlists at? If you could please link to them or to a post that links to them. (Amazon, Etsy, Think Geek, Pinterest, Sephora, Lush, BPAL/BPTP, Soap Box Company, everywhere and anywhere!) I have an Amazon and Etsy wish list and I think the links to them are in my sig, but I'll check.

9/25/15

Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot. I really have to say no to the knitted items this time. I got so many lovely items last year.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end? Anything my lovely witch would like to send

For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)? Yes absolutely.

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?) There is an Ikea quite close to where I am, so no thank you
If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline? Bookstore, coffee and tea sellers, oriental gift shops.

Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)? I had a love Lula box, but cancelled it. It was lovely though, all organic products.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents? I love all of those, though candles are a bit dangerous with the cats. I have an electric oil/tart warmer and love sweet, fruity scents, bakery scents, almond cherry for example and warn spicy scents. I love non floral incenses, though vrindavan flower is one of my favourites.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives? I like the sound of Peach XI and Peach XIV and STILL LIFE WITH PEACHES, A SILVER GOBLET, GRAPES AND WALNUTS

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet? Dragon's Milk

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral? I love the colour of copper and I love colourful jewellery.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves? Our apartment is quite small, but I would love tiny things that would fit in my perfume cabinet

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites? I have many pencils, but love pens, especially ones that are designed for people with arthritis and journals are nice as well.

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place? I love colourful fluffy socks you wear around the house and thin socks in all colours to wear with trainers.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free? I love hard gums, don't really like boiled sweets, do like toffee in all sorts of flavours and wouldn't mind at all trying new things. Not sugar free though please

9/26/15

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc. That wouldn't be for me

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area? I honestly don't think we would use them.

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like? I do have a few small stuffed animals that mean a lot to me. I don't have much room, but I do like key chain stuffed animals like cats, owls, dragons, unicorns and other mystical creatures.

Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL? I didn't see the eclipse, but am always greatly affected by the full moon. And yes, the Blood Moon Eclipse scent sounds amazing.

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)? I'm 5.7 and arm span from wrist to wrist is 62"

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference? I don't really have a preference for a particular element, but if I had to choose it would be earth.

How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one? I really like them, but would probably only use them for storage.

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets? I have a couple of beautiful scarves now, but would love some more very soft gloves and/or arm warmers.

how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com? I have't really tried any, but think I would prefer to go to an actual class

9/29/15

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks? I like the sound of the rice pudding soap and the face scrubs.

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer? One that hangs maybe, since we don't have that much space and colour and style I would leave completely up to my witch

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows? they look incredible!!

Are you a slatherer or a dabber? A dabber

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary. I mostly drink black tea and my favourite flavours are earl grey and lady grey and lavender earl grey. Loose tea is especially lovely and I also like jasmine tea. No rooibos, or tangy fruit teas. I have a little teapot with infuser, the Suki Forlife. I have Yogi tea at the moment and really love that brand. http://www.yogitea.com/en/products/#!

Is there anything from ThinkGeek that you want??? (especially in the geek points section, 2400 points or under?) I have about 2500 points to use and my $10 birthday credit expires tonight. I love the infectious disease balls

Villainess is putting out brand new stuff for the first time in a while (as opposed to bringing back former lines). Sooo.... who wants it? I love Villainess products, smooch, smack, whipped in scents like crushed, krakatoa, dulce en fuego and ambrosia.

LOST TRACK OF DATES. I SUCK. (no you don't, you're awesome twilight!)

10/2-10/3

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns? Not really a fan

Are there any flowers you especially like? I love wildflowers

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar. A cosy for a teapot would be brilliant

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"? Tiny items yes and bunting yes

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example. I'm all set

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that? Oh yes, absolutely!

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween? Music I listen to all the time, Kate Bush, Pink Floyd, Altan, Dervish, Lughnasa, Fleetwood Mac and others.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all? Sure

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .? I think gothic style, spooky, no gore.

10/5/15

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it? If you can play it on the laptop, sure. I don't have other modern consoles at the moment.
Dymphna-B

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2015 Switch Witch question round-up

Alcohol: I don't drink a lot but do enjoy alcohol. Used to love real ales but beer upsets my stomach badly now, so I'm branching out a bit: love smokey peat-y whiskeys, gin, ruby port, and muscat wines. I'm not sure anyone shipping from abroad could send me booze but boozey chocolates would go down a treat. Pumpkin: I love pumpkin and don't get enough of it in the UK! Pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin spice lattes all a definite win. Want anything from Yellowstone? Like a bear? Maybe; gorgeous natural scenery is always good. Decorating: I hesitate to post pictures of my living space just because there's a gap between how it *is* and how I *would like it to be*. My Pinterest board titled 'Nesting' is a better barometer.   Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful? We watched it all and enjoyed it. What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try? Love coffee, including flavoured coffee. Needs to be ground as we don't have equipment to deal with whole beans. Like black teas, including nutty or plummy flavours. Bags preferred as we usually ignore the loose stuff. Enjoy the scent and flavour of green tea but drinking it makes me queasy. Adore Zhena's Gypsy Tea Coconut Chai, cannot get it in the UK. What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians? I'm a UK resident by choice so that probably tells you a lot right there. I like wordplay and I like dirty humour (Jack of All Trades cracks me up). Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc) My husband and all of our friends are board game nuts....I'm not. Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? Um. I have an overabundance of envelopes at the moment... and dust-catchers and doo-dads drive me nuts. Things I can read, eat, wear, use, put things in, are all great. Plain or fun socks? Fun and cosy Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? Basic sewing, gluten-free baking What one thing you would like to do more of? Rest! I work full-time and push myself to do a lot besides... I'm not very good at slowing down and feel stressed and guilty when I do.   Save the bats? Adore bats, one of my favourite animals, save them, send me souvenirs, by all means. Kitchen needs or wants? I guess if there are any gadgets or recipes that make a gluten-free diet easier, that'd be good. Makeup! I already have more than I use, plus really sensitive skin so... not really. Lip balm is great though, Tokyo Milk/Tokyo Milk Dark are favourite brands. Chocolate? In case it wasn't already abundantly clear, yes, I love chocolate Milk or dark, not white. Halloween themed? One of my favourite holidays, so I don't mind things being Halloween-y or even very Halloween-y Animal Affinity? Bats, bees, birds, cats What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles? Sugar Skull, All Souls, Second Spring, and the apple scents look interesting, likewise any single notes that are apple-y or pumpkin-y. Or leaf-y. Decants or bottles fine.
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aphrodite's Blog
 

Switch Witch 2016

2016 answers first, and I'll leave my 2015 answers below a dotted line so you have more to go on. Some of it will be a bit outdated, but I'll try to brush it up.

Witch, you asked about my favorite Alice imagery. I think the mad tea party and the cheshire cat are my top favorites. I also love the Jabberwocky poem, the walrus and the carpenter, the lion and the unicorn, the flowers, the pool of tears, the initial entry to wonderland with the eat me/drink me images, the caterpillar....you know, the more i think on it, my list is so very long, whether we're talking the books or movie adaptations. i love it all. as far as types, i love the original illustrations, the Disney cartoon, the Baba studios art, anything in an Abigail Larson type style, anything surreal, the look of the Tim Burton movie although i didn't LOVE the movie like i thought it would... it's hard to go wrong.
1. Tell me more about New Orleans, Austin, and Barcelona. Why do you like them? What would you pick up there if you were to visit?
I love cities that are both historical and weird/distinctive, which these three have in common. I love the architecture (especially in New Orleans and Barcelona), and I love that every visit is guaranteed to bring something new. If I were to visit I would be likely to pick up a well made dish, ashtray, or other small functional item (I don't smoke, but I keep ashtrays for guests and sometimes use them for other purposes, like trinket storage) by a local artisan, or a verified antique (also likely a dish, box, or other small storage vessel).
2. Are you ok with questions directly posed to you? Fun interaction or ruins the surprise?
I love the personal attention and mysterious correspondence, dear witch!

What'd you end up getting in your PBSW order? I'm a big fan too
oh, man. I'm glad you ask, because it just shipped and now I'm getting excited all over again! I got a bunch of surprises for my witchee, and for me I got Afternoons + Eiderdowns Bath Streusel, April Fool Bath Streusel, Gingermilk Sorbetto sample, Lemony Biscuit Bath Streusel, and Sky Blue Sky Sorbetto

Other than the forum, what do you like to do online? Websites you visit regularly, social media you enjoy, blogs you like to read, etc.
i do too much facebooking! lately i've been on a HUGE world of warcraft kick, so i've been neglecting the rest of the internet for the past month or two, but at various times i get on kicks of reddit, io9, xojane, xovain, reading various reviews/theories/etc. about whichever TV obsession is currently airing... oh, i LOVE The Toast, i think it's the funniest... i do a lot of random exploring and falling down rabbit holes. i always have dozens of tabs open of articles to read, but sometimes every single one is from a different site.

I'm a little surprised that you went with April Fool. I'm super excited by that one myself, but it seems a bit foodie for you. Sounds so awesome though.
it very well might be! but notes like honey, vanilla, cocoa, and spices tend to work out all right for me, and as far as fruits go, strawberry is a good one. it still might be too sweet, but my relationship with foodies is confusing, because sometimes i love something that would definitely be categorized that way, while more often than not they make me recoil. the ones i pretty much always steer clear of are things that smell like baked goods or other prepared dishes, rather than raw ingredients, but even that isn't an every time thing. for example, i received BPAL's gingerbread souffle in a blind swap, and i love it!

Questions for you:
1. For measuring spoons, whimsical (but useful, of course) or utilitarian (i.e. simple in looks but solid usability)?
so, i would definitely love something whimsical, but would prefer something fairly simple that will be more long lasting and durable if i had to choose between the two. my measuring cups from Coldie are copper, which is basically perfect because they're super nice and functional, but also pretty and a bit unusual. this site has beautiful whimsical spoons, but i don't think any of them are actually measuring spoons with specific sizes, so i wouldn't want them for that purpose, but they are an example of a whimsical style i love; http://www.faeriemag.com/collections/kitchen
2. I know you've talked a lot about tea in your various questions, but I'd really love a list of your top 3 tea purveyors (either ones you already love or ones you want to try. I know you've listed some before, but I need an update!).
i've recently gotten into the company Bellocq, and particularly adore their genmaicha. i've also been drinking a lot of matcha - both hot and traditional style (whisked in a bowl until frothy) and iced with almond milk. i would love to try some different matchas of ceremonial grade from different companies if you know of any good ones! it would also be nice to have a second matcha bowl, as i've been using mine every day and thus cleaning it i opened a new one today that i REALLY like from Mizuba Tea Co. so i would love a backup container of that one, or to try their other varieties (i bought one container of the least expensive and one of the most expensive; i think there are two others in between). my favorite bagged teas are everything in the seasonal sampler by Traditional Medicinals, Yogi - Honey Lavender Stress Relief, Stash - Christmas in Paris (i should have mentioned this one earlier in the list, actually, it's amazing), and Mighty Leaf - Vanilla Bean Black Tea. i like adagio well enough, but if it weren't for the fandom element i probably wouldn't buy their stuff. i do quite like their Elevenses and The Pint, and would like to try practically any of the food items on their site. I haven't bought Teavana in years, but i used to adore their Strawberry Slender Pu-Erh. i love black or herbal teas with a cream element, mint green teas, the combination of chocolate and mint, herbal teas (especially with healing elements), traditional green teas...oh! there is a BPALer, i believe her name is Amy Blackthorn, who makes magickal teas. i would love to try her stuff. particularly something to bring good fortune.
Do you like colouring?
Yes, but it's not something I really make time for.

Can you list your wishlists please?
They should be in my 2015 responses, but I can tell you I have them on Amazon (email address for there is abroditegoddess@aol.com), Victorian Trading Company (i need to update it), etsy, bpal, bptp, maybe blooddrop

If you like Lush, are there any UK-only things you're desperate to get?
I dislike Lush
Crochet goodies yes or no? If yes, what kind of goodies?
I think it's addressed in my 2015 answers but basically if you're really great at crocheting I might love something, but it's not the type of thing I specifically seek out

Do you have any allergies to animals/smoke/food etc?
No

do you like comics or graphic novels? If so, any specific information (favorites, least favorites, ones you're curious about)? I love them. I haven't read Sandman Overture yet, and I'm curious about some of the spinoffs about the other Endless. I also have only read the first volume of Rat Queens which I liked, and I would like to read Monstress very much. If you look through my Goodreads you'll also see many comics and graphic novels under to-read, although I already own a couple that I haven't read yet - Persepolis comes to mind in particular


Nail Polish: I don't need any

BPTP: I should have a wishlist on the site. In general I love bath oils and atmos, I don't need any more hairgloss, I love the clothing in which I wear a small, I adore their candles...I always like to have the pens and notepads on hand

Nail Wraps: No thanks

Teas/Spices/Spice Rubs/Specialty Ingredients from a local tea & spice shop? I think I addressed this elsewhere, but I love tea - loose and bagged, caffeinated and herbal. Right now I'm obsessed with Bellocq. I would absolutely love some local spices as well.

Speaking of spices - where's your spicy/heat threshold? (scale of 1 - 10 - 1 being nothing more than black pepper, 10 being ghost pepper+) Maybe a 6 or 7, but it also varies based on flavor. Like, my favorite pepper is habanero, so I can withstand a lot of heat there. But I detest the taste of jalapenos, so all I focus on is the heat element and they're unpleasant. Don't be afraid to throw some spice at me, though.

Preferred book format? Physical, PDF, Kindle, etc? For graphic novels, special editions, and books of small to medium stature, I like the real thing. For fairly long and/or bulky books, Kindle.

Would you be interested in any handmade critters? Stuffed animals, knit or crochet beasties, or anything remotely similar? If so, please give an example or five No thank you, my monsters would eat your monsters

Since this is the Spring Fools' round, is there anything that goes with the theme of April Fool's Day or spring that might be fun to add to your package? Flowers (seeds, real, or handmade) prank-related items, a court jester's cap? Feel free to be creative and crazy with this one! If you sent me some seeds that don't need to be planted right away, I could plant them at my new home when I move this year. Which will be in Texas, to give you an idea of plant options. As for prank related items, I can't tell you how to prank me, silly!

Pet owners - would you like any kind of toy or supply for your pet? I could use a new laser pointer

Geek paraphernalia! Almost everyone here has SOME sort of geek-love, whether it is Harry potter, Horror movies, graphic novels, science, etc. So would you be interested in any kind of items related to your geek-ish interests? I think I've addressed this in more detail elsewhere, but I don't like a lot of stuff lying around that's just decorative, and my decorative style doesn't match a lot of nerdy paraphernalia. but i love graphic novels, special barware (no more pint glasses, we have dozens), and if it doesn't look overtly like paraphernalia (e.g. it's not brightly colored, plastic, etc.) I might love it. I'm hardcore coveting the BPTP CP boxes, for example. Speaking of boxes, random side note, I could use one or two for organizing my ritual candles, incense, etc. I love the look of boxes disguised as books, but my full collection doesn't fit in one.

Any yarn, plastic, metal, or fabric sensitivities? No, but I don't like polyester

Stationery/note cards: Some note cards to be used in swap packages would be nice. I definitely don't need actual stationary, as my stepmom sells invitations and stationary

If you could have any BPALs right now (GC, LE, HTF) what would they be? Give examples of at least a few of each category:
GC: Tamora, Mouse's Long and Sad Tale (no imps of these, I already have imps of them and I find imps unwieldy)
LE: I'll update this after I get my Luper decants
HTF: Antique Lace, Boomslang, Black Opal (I know all of it is aged, but the less aged the better, as I find the reallllly old bottles turn powdery)

Any places you would like gift cards from?
Amazon, PBSW, Etsy, Blooddrop, BPAL, BPTP, Free People

Do you wear make-up? Any brands you like? Color preferences?
I think I've addressed elsewhere but just in case, I love Urban Decay and Bare Minerals, I focus on eye makeup and brows, I don't wear any kind of foundation or BB cream, and I'm down to try your favorite Indies

Junk food and candy?
I think this is pretty thoroughly addressed in my questionnaire and below.

Do you need any items for your kitchen (linens, gadgets, cooking supplies, etc.)? Fancy measuring spoons

Gardens/plants: I am dreaming of spring, dear witch: Do you like plants? Do you have any? Indoor potted plants? A balcony bed? A yard? Do you want/need anything? I love plants. I think I've addressed it in detail in my questionnaire and/or last year's questions. I hope to have a yard by the end of the year, but will definitely not have more than a balcony before the end of this round.

If I were to make you something based on one or more interests mentioned in your Q'aire/blog, would you prefer something you could wear, something that hangs on a wall, or something that sits on a shelf (or couch or wherever) ?

Wall, but if you make blankets or throw pillows, that would be great as well!

Are you in need of BPAL storage? Not at present

Do you like candles? Incense? Wax melts?
Yup!

What style of bag from here (if any) would you like? You can easily narrow down the choices on the side menu - but I only want to know the style, not the pattern!
Their clutches, or maybe a tote, but also for the record I LOVE Baba Studios and basically want everything.

If you like Harry Potter stuff, what house do you belong in? If you like Game of Thrones, what family?
I am a Ravenclaw! I like to pretend I'm a Greyjoy, but when it comes down to it I'm probably a Tyrell.

BAGS! Do you like/want/need any kind of bags? I could use a small (big enough for phone, wallet, keys, sunglasses, and not much else) tan/beige/nude bag

Here's a question. I make handmade journals/albums/smashbooks/junk journals. Would you be interested in anything like that? Um YES, witch if you are not syrenemist, please note I love her work and if it's within your budget and scheming plans, something by her would be great.

What's your favorite animal/totem? Would you be interested in a small figurine of said animal from this etsy user? no trinkets, please. but my animals are cats, rabbits, and snakes.


Anything exciting to you in PBSW's Spring Collection? yep! so exciting I already ordered it

Oh dead Witchee, how do you feel about Sakura Matsuri? Do you like Green Tea and Sakura flavored desserts/treats? Decorations or jewelry with a cherry blossom theme? YES. That's how I feel about all of this - one big, giant, enthusiastic yes. ESPECIALLY the food aspect, but all of it.

It's Hottie Friday, witches and witchees! Name a famous crush or five Johnny Depp, Tom Hiddleston, Jack Huston, Ryan Gosling, Edward Norton

Also - what are the last 5 songs that appeared on your random or shuffle music list i don't really listen to music on shuffle

Oh Witchee, have you seen the kimono tops that are all the rage right now? Would you like one? I will sew you one if you do, just tell me if you're a fringe or lace edge or plain edge type of person- I have your color picks from your questionnaire, unless you'd like it in something different than those? I love kimono tops. my preference would be lace or plain.

I was thinking about busting out the sculpy clay - I sometimes like to make cute little fantasy miniature sculpture, like fairy doors, or miniature garden gnomes for potted plants, or I've even made a couple of tiny smaug's based on this cartoon. If you were my witchee, how would you feel about receiving some tiny fantasy art for your home? Any preference between a fairy door, or a garden gnome, a tiny fairy box, or something like smaug? I would adore a fairy door! or a tiny fairy box! fairies all the things!

If you won a gift certificate for $100 (Or similar amount in your country) that could be used ANYWHERE what would you get? i'm choosing to skip this question because the things i would get aren't necessarily the same as what i would like to receive as gifts - e.g. for myself i might use it to stock up on books or maybe buy a new purse or something, but as gifts there's plenty of more impractical stuff i would love to receive.

Something that you look forward to each spring, or that when you see it (hear it/smell it/taste it, etc) you think "Yes! Spring is here!" or something along those lines! it used to be the first daffodil i saw, but I've lived in Louisiana for a few years now, so spring isn't really something i'm waiting around for. it's basically been spring since early February and it will be summer by the time spring hits my home state of Pennsylvania.

Witchee, how do you feel about this type of garment? Not for me, thanks

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2015 Halloween season



Do people mind handmade/homemade things? No, and in some cases I really love them. But. I can be picky in a way that's sort of hard to explain. If you're just starting out on a path of something and your stuff looks really homemade, I might not be likely to use/wear it. I hope that doesn't sound mean, but I just don't have a craftsy, shabby chic type of aesthetic, nor a very hippie one (although I do love nature inspired things - I just mean things my friends might have made each other for Christmas when we were 18). I also don't live in a wintry climate but I'm from one, so if you make hats, gloves, scarves, socks, etc. I have very little use for them and already have a large collection. If you make jewelry and it looks like maybe the maker is someone I know but maybe it's professional, I would probably love it. If it looks more like a basic tumbled stone with a standard style wire wrap or something you make in an intro type of class, I probably wouldn't. If you're more artist than crafter and you draw or paint, a custom piece would make my heart swell two sizes. Especially if it involves faeries (but in a natural type of piece, not like a cartoonish faery or something Hot Topic-esque), Alice in Wonderland, the tarot, etc. Homemade foods would be awesome, whether you bake, or make jams and stuff, or alcohol - basically any kind of food. And while I mentioned I don't eat mammals, I wouldn't be offend if you or someone local make a special kind of jerky or something that you want to send for my fiance.

Anyone need towels? those "drink up witches" towels are cute, and are a good example of the kind of Halloween decor I would love - festive, a bit silly, but in an adult color scheme, serves a function, doesn't take up too much space, etc.

Pumpkin? I'm not into things like pumpkin spice lattes, e.g. things with a pumpkin "flavored" syrup or anything. but I LOVE pumpkin. baked goods involving pumpkin, savory pumpkin foods like soup or stew, pumpkin seeds in any form (I love the praline pumpkin seeds from NatureBox soooo much, even though there's really nothing praline about them).

Booze? I love booze. I talked about some booze in my questionnaire. If you make booze, I would love to try some. I don't like super sweet things, but I do like meads and ciders if they're pretty dry. For wines I love rose, vanilla-heavy dry chardonnays, and French reds. I'm a champagne junky, but again, dry dry dry. I love beer. I don't like hops-heavy beers, but my fiancedoes, so if you sent a bottle of what you make and it's too hoppy for me, it wouldn't go to waste. We're big scotch drinkers, and we have a larger selection than probably any of the bars in our town. If you have a really kickass liquor store or some other way to obtain sample size bottles of obscure or weird scotches, I would definitely try them and the beau would probably post our impressions on reddit, which I would be sure to share with you. if you're a hooch maker and you mostly make really sweet stuff, I would still like to try it because you made it, and would either share it with friends or incorporate it into cocktails if it's not something I would personally drink straight up on any kind of regular basis.

Stuff from Yellowstone? I don't really have need of souvenirs from anywhere, but if there is a food or drink your area is known for or which can only be bought in your city/state/region, I'd love to try it. unless it's maple fudge. please don't send that even to share with my fiance, because something about that combination (maple and fudge) makes my teeth hurt just to smell it.

For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all? I'd prefer not to receive alcohol.

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful? Yes, very much. I asked this question because I found something REALLY cool that wasn't PD paraphernalia but would be appreciated by fans of the show, but alas, it only ships in the UK.

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try? I drink coffee every day. We buy whole beans from a local roaster, so if you send me coffee, please 1. send whole bean and 2. send something like that - local or from your travels - as I'm never going to reach for national chain coffee over my usual stuff. I love tea and drink it most days. I like to drink black teas in the morning if I have cramps and don't feel up for coffee - my favorite black teas ever are Kusmi Sweet Love, a vanilla bean black tea which I believe is made by Mighty Leaf, and a Teavana I don't think exists anymore called Strawberry Slender Pu-erh. I like to drink herbal teas for sleep, relaxation, and digestion. I mentioned this elsewhere, but I can never find Stash - Christmas in Paris tea, even online, and had to have a BPAL friend send me a box from Canada last time, so I would be so happy to get a backup of that. Flavors I like include peppermint, anise, fennel, lavender, chocolate/cocoa if it's not the primary focus (I especially love it with mint), vanilla. I don't like foody, dessert inspired teas. I'm totally up for teas that include herbal uppers or downers such as kava, kanna, guarana, ginseng, holy basil, any of that stuff. I've really wanted to try some of the teas BPALer Amy Blackthorn makes, particularly blends for peace, fortune, creativity. I'm okay with love/sensuality blends if they're more geared toward a positive experience for people already in relationships, NOT anything that would be designed to make someone fall in love. I love hot cocoa, but it has to be high quality and dark. I'm a big fan of European style drinking chocolate. cider can be nice, but unless you make it or it's local or something, I'm probably okay without. I could use a better storage system for single bags of tea that don't have a box, and the last few bags of tea from a box that's almost gone.

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians? I have the sort of dry, wry sense of humor that often causes people to look at me in confusion for a minute, especially if they don't know me well, because they can't quite tell if I'm joking. I'm not sarcastic, but I often say things I don't mean for the sake of humor. I sort of detest constant, overt sarcasm. I try to keep my sense of humor positive, even when being critical - like I get very annoyed by the "no, really?" belittling sort of sarcasm that some people utilize, and am more likely to crack a wry one liner about something crappy that's happening to try to lighten the mood, or say something over the top positive about something about which I obviously do not feel positively. I definitely enjoy puns, dirty humor, and plays on words. I have been known to make some very dirty jokes, and I have a foul mouth. I also get a sort of cheesy wordplay pun habit from my mom's family. Louis CK is my favorite standup comedian. Some funny movies I love include Zoolander, Anchorman, Old School, Stepbrothers, Elf, The Sweetest Thing, Clueless, Mean Girls, Horrible Bosses; dark comedies like The Addams Family; offbeat humor like Wes Anderson movies. 30 Rock was probably my favorite comedic TV show, and would make me snort and laugh out loud. I also love Parks and Recreation, early seasons of Weeds, New Girl, Silicon Valley.

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc) I love Scrabble, Risk, Magic the Gathering, Dungeons and Dragons, Cards Against Humanity. Nostalgically I love Clue. I would definitely play any of the games specified in this question in the parentheses. I also like puzzles.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? bar soap*, nail polish*, anything used specifically to commune with the dead (I LOVE occult and magic related things, including divination tools, but I don't do spiritualism stuff like ouija boards and ancestor contact), decorative items with no functional purpose, unless they are so special in concept and quality that it's almost like their "purpose" is to be freakin amazing. in other words, please don't send me little Halloween toys or knick knacks or anything, but if you think a decorative item just really screams me, there's a good chance you are right. we have a LOT of pint glasses and shot glasses, so I'd rather not receive those - unless, again, it's super amazing and special. I would rather not receive drugstore type candy, and while I would really love a set of string lights, I would prefer not to receive any that are very specific to one holiday or season, because I'm hoping to get a nice set to always have on our balcony. as mentioned previously, I would rather not receive crocheted/knit wintry items, or jewelry that looks very hippieish/very obviously homemade.
*these are things I do use, but which I already have plenty of, so if you see one and think omg but it's soooo perfect! i probably will love and use it. i just really don't need it.

Plain or fun socks? ankle socks, toeless sticky socks, tights, knee socks, thigh highs. i wear dresses about 98% of the time, and i live in a climate wear open toed shoes can be worn most days for at least eight months of the year, and I don't wear socks around the house. so with dresses i either wear no foot stuff or just tights, knee socks, or thigh highs - but early in the fall when I want to wear booties and it's not cool enough for tights, ankle socks are very useful. and i take barre up to five times a week, so I could definitely use an extra pair or two of toeless sticky socks. OH and this isn't to do with socks, but speaking of barre, the type of wrap-style headband you wear for working out, i could use another one or two of those. nothing outrageously wide-banded, as it wouldn't stay on my head.

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? a book came out a couple years ago specifically about inverted card meanings in tarot, which is a subtopic of tarot that I would like to learn more about. i love to read about history, mythology, and language, and i'm sure there are books on my goodreads to-read list that would give you ideas of topics I'd like to learn about. i love learning, so i sort of bounce from topic to topic and read a lot on the internet. i love to read about religious history, too.

What one thing you would like to do more of? i collect tarot and haven't been reading my cards lately. that's something i would like to do more of. maybe if i had a beautiful cloth on which to do my readings, and a storage system for my decks, i would be more inclined to make it a daily practice. i would also like to meditate more, and incorporate small magickal acts into my day to day life. i already bake, but i would bake a lot more if i had really nice measuring spoons (i already got amazing measuring cups from my 2015 fall switch witch, but spoons would be great), and a metal tip for piping bags for icing.

Dear witches and witchees! I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? i would rather not, mostly out of laziness, but you are very welcome to add me on facebook, and my instagram is public, so i don't even think you need an account to view that.

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)?
I already have some Biscoff spread and I only use it on occasion for a small treat, so I would say only if it's something quite different from that.
Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? I love Salvador Dali, Abigail Larson, Laura Junge... I love surreal, gothic, ethereal, whimsical... mostly anything Alice in Wonderland related... I don't like the style that's sort of cartoonish in a doe eyed precious moments childlike kind of way, and while I enjoy anime, I wouldn't hang anime style art in my home.

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?) I already ordered partial bottles of the ones that interested me, so I'm all set. Stay tuned for my halloweenie desires!

Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive? I'm probably okay without, but if that's your major thing, I love lace and lurex.

What thing do you want to do (or get) but you keep putting off for one reason or another? Runes, I think I mentioned already. KEEPING THIS QUESTION FOR POSTERITY BUT I NOW HAVE RUNES

Would you like anything from Lush? No. I would LOVE bath bubbling type products from another company, but one that does not use harsh sulfates like Lush does, and preferably one that doesn't put dyes or other harsh chemicals in. I really like what Blooddrop has been offering for bathtime things, and Paintbox Soapworks Whiskers Bath Streusel is my love.


Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought? it all depends.

SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you? like in the 6-8 range depending on the flavor - I can tolerate much higher spice if it's a flavor I love. My favorite peppers are habaneros and hatch green chiles, I love sriracha, and I dislike the taste of jalapeno.

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"? Antique Lace

Analog or Digital? Or Both? I mostly just use Spotify

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....? I think I largely answered this in the questionnaire, but I love NAVA and have been dipping my toes into Blooddrop. I find Arcana to be okay, and have had bad luck with everything else on that list.

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals? Cats, dogs, snakes, foxes, wolves, and tigers. But I don't decorate my home with animal posters or use kitschy animal folders or anything like that.

Kitchen Needs or Wants? I would love a nice new set of measuring spoons and/or measuring cups.

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear? I wouldn't be upset to receive it, but I'm also not desperate for it. My favorite companies are Urban Decay and Bare Minerals/Bare Escentuals

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate? I think I talked about this in the questionnaire. I love dark chocolate and almost never enjoy milk chocolate. I like chocolate containing nut butters above all else, but I'm also a fan of coconut, caramel, toffee, and sea salt.

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items? A ton might be overdoing it. And I wouldn't want to receive things like pencils, erasers, plastic figurines, etc. I'm also not a fan of the bright, green-purple-orange type Halloween look, even though green and purple are my favorite colors. I like dark colors, sparkle, and generally classy things which are either subdued or have a bit of cheeky, sophisticated humor to them. Things like wreaths, garlands, puzzles, string lights, candles/candle holders, would all be likely to get use, but particularly if they're leaning more toward a gothic or witchy aesthetic, rather than a pumpkins and Frankenstein's monster kind of vibe.

Would you be interested in any special little thing I might be able to pick up from the Great Lakes Bat Festival this Saturday? Both Janell Cannon (author of Stellaluna and other kids' books) and Fiona Reid (illustrator for lots of animal field guides) will be there, so would you possibly be interested in something like an autographed copy of Stellaluna or one of Cannon's or Reid's other books? Or something from the Organization for Bat Conservation, like a shirt or other swag? My childhood self would LOVE for me to have an autographed copy of Stellaluna! and an adoption would be sweet

What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles? I'll come back to this. I'm planning to order things from a decant circle, but I'll let you know what doesn't make the cut.

What's your favorite scary movie? I'll name Halloween appropriate movies in general, because a lot of my favorites aren't what I would call scary: The Craft, Nightmare Before Christmas, Sweeney Todd, Hocus Pocus

Blu-ray or DVD? We have devices that play both, but almost exclusively watch things via the internet

Game systems? PC - I use an msi gaming laptop and my keyboard changes colors and it's super awesome. Also XBox 360 (this is currently in the bedroom on top of an armoire used for bedroom netflix access, so i don't play on it lately, but i would if i had an amazing game that was xbox only. not fable 2 though, i've already played it 10000 times, and fable 3 was meh). and ps3, ps4, wii, n64. i keep a fairly active Steam wishlist, my name is AbigailAbigail

Are you dressing up for Halloween and do you need accessories? Yes, but I don't know for sure what my costume is. Options I'm considering are: Lady Stoneheart - I've done this before so I don't think I need anything, unless you make clothing and want to make me a badass cloak, in which case I'm 5'2" and petite; Sansa Stark in her gothic raven mourning ensemble, for which i have nothing; a glam Elphaba, with spakrly green eye makeup and a wee little witchy hat on a headband or something like that. OH and I'm planning to order a barbarian costume for RenFest this year, so a leather cuff or something (I have teensy wrists, so either small or adjustable) would be cool.

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles? If someone gives me a bag I'll almost certainly use it - my grandma gave me this:

and it's my number one airport carry-on. It's almost as tall as my torso and brighter than the picture, but I rock it. my sister made me a shiny black tote in high school with iridescent stars all over it and I still use it to carry miscellaneous food items to work. i uses purses of all sizes and have a mostly neutral wardrobe, so i would never let one go to waste. one thing in particular I could use is an evening bag that isn't black. i was a bridesmaid in a navy blue dress this summer and realized I have three little evening bags and they are all black. i prefer things with a strap rather than handheld clutches, because I'm a bit forgetful, but other than that if you see a bag of any kind you think i need, rest assure I'll use it.

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such? i think this was in the questionnaire, right? but just in case - GoT, LotR, ooh I don't think I mentioned I love 80s cartoons, especially Rainbow Brite, and NOT Carebears, but most of the others, including obscurities like Lady Lovely Locks and Rose Petal Place... Neil Gaiman All The Things... as far as related stuff, I don't wear t shirts often and don't need any more mugs, and I wouldn't hang a TV poster, but we do have a framed map of Westeros on the wall and I have a set of LotR teas in pretty tins and a similar style set of ASOIAF teas... so the short answer is, yes, but with the same general provisions I've given on other topics about functionless items and cheesy things. I'm nerdy and silly, but I have a bit of what my mom calls champagne tastes.

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update? I ordered a bunch of half bottles from a decanter, but BPTP is where I'm usually in the most trouble, so stay tuned.

Renaissance Faire stuff: I go to a pretty big one every year, so there's nothing I pine for but can't get due to lack of access. That said, I love renaissance stuff, so even if you can't mail me a turkey leg (think about it, though. just give it a try. just to see. ), there's plenty of stuff I would be delighted by. I do really love honey straws, which many renaissance faires have.

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read? Yes yes yes. I love them. I'm currently on volume 9 of Sandman and will probably order volume 10 soon. Until recently I'd only read the first six volumes, so if you were to get me 11, 12, or overture, it would have to be somewhat soon because I'm reading about a volume a week while reading a "real" book as well, but I would be super grateful. I recently read and very much enjoyed the first volume of Rat Queens, so I would like to keep reading that. I wouldn't mind continuing Pretty Deadly, although I only thought volume one was pretty neat. I love The Last Unicorn graphic novel edition, so if you come across something like that where it's a graphic novel of an existing beloved text, I'm in! My Goodreads is a good way to stalk, I know I've marked many things as to-read that I'm not necessarily remembering right now. I do want the first volumes of Lady Death, Witchblade, and Dawn.
Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like? It's not really my thing

Where do you have wishlists? If you could please link to them or to a post that links to them. (Amazon, Etsy, Think Geek, Pinterest, Sephora, Lush, BPAL/BPTP, Soap Box Company, everywhere and anywhere!) Amazon (abroditegoddess@aol.com), Etsy, Sephora, BPAL/BPTP, Clockwork Couture. I should be findable eveywhere by real name or email.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end? I don't want to pressure you, dearest witch, I want you to have as much fun stalking/spoiling me as I will have reaping the benefits! So if you are a breadcrumb dropping, little gift sending kind of witch, I will adore receiving little delights along the way. If you want to keep me completely in suspense until the big reveal, I can handle it! And anything in between. I guess I would say if it is little packages throughout the round, it would be nice to still have the last package feel finale-esque. But it is all really up to you.

For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)? I don't think this applies to me, but I definitely don't mind receiving packages straight from the seller/company.

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? No, thanks

If/when you go to the mall, for which store do you make a beeline? Oh, I loathe the mall! But I do drag myself there once or twice a year and endure the artificial, overpowering smells of B&B Works in order to get a few three-wick candles and especially to get some refills for my wallflowers.

Do you receive any subscription boxes? I currently subscribe to NatureBox, Sephora Play, and Try the World. I would be into a subscription if you see one that you think I would like.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? I like all of it, but if you send tarts, I do not own a melter/burner. I would buy one if I had need, but as of now I don't own one. My favorite ever room scent is black clove, but I also like to have something soothing for bedtime baths, like a lavender vanilla. Basically any vanilla that isn't straight up cake delights me. I like most florals, and minty things.Especially a creamy mint. I also like magickal / ritual candles a whole bunch. I buy from Nui Cobalt Designs every month.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives? Yes! A rich patron to fund the absurd amount of things I ordered from a fairy.

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet? Mostly unimpables. If you look at my wishlists on the Lab's site, the imp list is things I wish to try, or maybe it's that it's a bottle/imp list but I selected imp as the quantity... at any rate, it should be on there!

Copper, colorful, or neutral jewelry? Yes.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves? Art, or functional decoratives. See previous answers for more details.

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites? Pretty notebooks or pens are always welcome.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free? Toffee, dark chocolate, coconut, caramel. I prefer high quality stuff, natural ingredients. NOT sugar free, as I don't want artificial sweeteners. Any candy you send that I don't eat will still get eaten by my male counterpart or my coworkers.

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc. Feathers are fine. Absolutely no fur or paws. Bone items can be okay, as long as it's not ivory or blatantly harvested in a cruel way or anything.

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area? I don't actually know if they have anything for my area. I would love OpenTable, though.

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like? no thank you, my stuffed rabbit would be rather jealous and my creatures would -- oh! actually, if you wanted to send a squeaky stuffed animal for my dog, she would be very grateful.

Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL? I did! Boyfriend and I walked around the neighborhood looking for it - there were lots of clouds, but we got many good glimpses each time a cloud moved away, and by the end it was visible from our balcony. I have a moon app and subscribe to a daily (day by day, but weekly produced) non-sign-specific horoscope about the general astrological conditions of the world, so I'm a fan of such things overall. No interest in the scent, though.

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)? 5'2", and I don't know my wingspan, but if it turns out my witch needs this information, please pry further and I shall figure it out.

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference? So, I'm an earth sign, but with perhaps too much of the other elements in my life. I need to be more grounded. I work with the elementals more than any particular deity, so I guess I feel strongly about all of them.

How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one? sure!

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets? i have soo many scarves. i wouldn't hate a cowl, though! and i exclusively prefer glittens for the hands.

how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com? i love the idea, but realistically i would probably not use it nearly often enough or soon enough.

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks? Copious amounts of Whiskers bath streusel and sorbetto. Also any bath streusel or sorbetto that isn't intensely foody or patchouli (lavender truffle is not overly foody, for example, but rice pudding is). Oh, and vats of Nihilist goat milk lotion.

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer? Hanging

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows? I would put them in gourmet hot chocolate

Are you a slatherer or a dabber? Yes.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary. I think I've already answered most of this, but I don't remember if I talked about accessories. I use a cast iron pot or a little mesh ball for loose tea, although I used to have one of those things that sits atop your cup and drains in, and I loved it. And I love bagged tea as well, for which I don't use any special equipment.

Villainess is putting out brand new stuff for the first time in a while (as opposed to bringing back former lines). Sooo.... who wants it? If you see something that screams me, but I tried a vanilla focused blend from her once and it was much too sweet and foody, so I can't offer any specific guidance.

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns? hmm, probably not my thing.

Are there any flowers you especially like? it depends on why. for actual flowers, i can't have anything that's toxic to cats or dogs. mine will chew on any plant i receive. for perfumes and such, i don't like carnation (actually i don't like live ones, either) and i'm picky about rose, but i mostly like florals. for floral prints, i love daisies the best.

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar. no thanks - my laptop overheats as is and for my phone if i'm going to use a case i want it to be protective.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"? yup!

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example. hmmm... my kindle has a nice leather case and built-in backlighting, and i think i'm good on bookmarks (but if you see a cool one, by all means! it's just not something i'm particularly seeking.) - that said, i love books and book stuff, so i'm certainly open to bookish gifts.

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that? yes ma'am!

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween? oh, i mostly like to watch Tim Curry sing Anything Can Happen On Halloween every day for a month.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all? maaaaybe?

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .? sort of darkly classy with a touch of macabre. sparkly black things, lots of candle light, the occasional knife or skull (these last two are also part of my general decor).

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it? I haven't played the first one and fiance says we already have a copy anyway, but I do have a wishlist on Steam!

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie? I saw the movie, and I plan to read the book but already have a copy

Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want? I sign up for NaNo every year and then don't actually do it because I'm too busy, so no

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss. Yes to all

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy? no car decor for me, thank you, but if you see cool bumper/decal stickers that are on the smaller side (think circles, squares, and smallish rectangles, rather than the elongated message-y type of bumper sticker), we do put stickers on the keggerator on our balcony.

BPTP Halloween! I would lovelovelove to receive any of these, and decants are totally fine, especially for hair gloss which I go through very slowly. AT MIDNIGHT WITH A PUMPKIN LIGHT HOME & LINEN SPRAY; ON HALLOWEEN HOME & LINEN SPRAY; PORTAL OF DEATH!!! HOME & LINEN SPRAY; SAMHAIN HOME & LINEN SPRAY; DEAD LEAVES, BLACK FIG, CACAO AND COPAL HAIR GLOSS; DEAD LEAVES, WHITE MUSK AND VANILLA HAIR GLOSS; CANDIRU COVE FRISBEE TOURNAMENT HOME & LINEN SPRAY; A FLING IN THE LAGOON BATH OIL top three desires in red.

Jamberry? No thank you

Marmite? I have always been curious!

Used Claw Polish? No, not because it's used but because I don't need more nail polish. And since some people answered regarding this, I definitely don't want used cosmetics of any other kind.

Discontinued BPAL: Antique Lace. I wouldn't mind a little more Regan, but I definitely don't need a bottle, and there was one called Sundrop or Sundew that I've always been curious to try.

Blooddrop? Well, witch, I ordered immediately because I have been waiting desperately for more Blooddrop bath stuffs. But there is plenty I would like more of, and things I didn't order. Asterisk means I didn't order any. Bath Truffles: Chamomile Tea, Ghostly, Late Summer; Bath oils: Jord*, Sjofn*, Volva*; Bathy Bubble Bars: Harvest Champagne, Rubies & Emeralds, Softly Falling; Silken: Chamomile Lavender & Vanilla*; Sugar Bar: Vanilla Marshmallow*

Spices? sure thing! any and all.

dearest witch, I may stop answering questions soon. I want there to be an element of surprise and I want you to have some say in what *you* think is the perfect gift for me, so I don't want to answer so many questions and look at so many specific websites that I end up just calling all the shots. if some new sites pop up in the questions and I don't answer about them, it doesn't mean I'm shunning them - I just trust your judgment.
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Its That time again

SO it is again the time for Switch Witch, the best time of year I think.   here is where i shall shove things like updates on Life and of Course questions I don't want to clutter up the thread with.   Pumpkin? No keep this Fell squash and all its stink nastyness away from me   Booze? Why of course booze Want anything from Yellowstone? Be it postcards, key chains, shot glasses, pint glasses, or huckleberry what have you? I want TO GO there so bad. But I would take any goodies that I can use as a charm to MAYBE get us out there someday. Also tip advice on where to stay where not to staya nd how to have the most fun cheaply would be great 9/18/15 I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style!   I do not let Photographic evidence of our mess out into the wild Sorry 9/19/15 For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all? this is like those vegan people but for alchol right? Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful? No What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try? okay i LOVE herbal fruity teas, but with my allergies to both Tea the plant and Strawberries they are a dangerous tricky thing for me to get. I went through and hit Adagio teas for my amazon wishlist to give you ideas of what I can have. Also my husband has an allergy to lemongrass so i try to not bring that in the house either   What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians? I like snarky things i love witty Tshirts and so on. if its potty humor you might as well count me out. Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc) we actually are getting more into the idea of board games as the kids are reaching the age where they wont just EAT the pieces. i have to admit i want my own Bean cards someday Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? not that i can think of     So dear witchy friends till next time
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2015 Halloween Switch Witch Help

This is where I'll put all the in-thread questions to keep things easy for my witch to find! Also, where I'll put my wishlist links so they'll also be easy to find.

Amazon Wishlists: http://amzn.com/w/132WN9NAK2OPE
Etsy Wishlists: https://www.etsy.com/people/stormmoonpress/favorites
BPAL Wishlist: http://www.bpal.org/topic/127-wishlist/?p=2548002

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Alcohol: I tend to lean toward vodkas and liqueurs. I don't like beer at all. I mean it. No. Absolutely not. I'm also not a fan of grape wines. Love cherry wine, though! I've never had mead, and my exposure to cider has been limited. I like things on the sweet side.

Pumpkin: Unless it's homemade pumpkin bread, no, thank you. I hate pumpkin 'flavored' things. Yech.

Want anything from Yellowstone? I'm always happy to try/receive things from places I'm not from! Especially edibles like jams. I love cooking with jams!

Decorating: We don't tend to decorate so much as accumulate. I dunno. We just wind up collecting things we find cute or beautiful. Things that speak to us in one way or another. Fantasy type things or owls or snow leopards or clouded leopards or Sandman stuff... We have an eclectically decorated home. Anyone who wants to see pictures of our home can becomes friends with me on Facebook. I have a lot of photos up there of pets, family, home... it's just locked to Friends.

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful? No. Just... no. >.>

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try? I'm a black tea fan. Hate coffee. Caffeine is fine. I tend to drink tea in bags because I have nothing to prepare loose tea in. I've only really had Twinings tea, so I'm happy to try others! Not a big fan of flavored teas. I just love plain, black tea.

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians? I have a dry, sardonic sense of humor. I'm not a fan of slapstick. Some of my favorite comedians are Lewis Black, Kathleen Madigan, Kathy Griffin, early George Carlin, Bo Burnham, Eddie Izzard, Trevor Noah, and John Stewart.

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc) Yes, we do! We do have several traditional board games like Monopoly and Life and Candyland (don't laugh!). We also have all of the card games like Fluxx, Cards Against Humanity, and Munchkin (keep meaning to get Red Shirts). I've never played things like Settlers of Catan, but I've hears it's fun and that I would enjoy it, so it is something I'd like to have.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? Scarves, bar soaps, hats, gloves, socks (I HATE things on my feet >.>), nothing with latex, or face makeup that isn't from MAC, Urban Decay, or Makeup Geek (don't say that to be a snob, but I have skin issues and so far, those are the ONLY three companies I don't have reactions to).

Plain or fun socks? No socks, please! I hate socks. In fact, I hate shoes and socks. I wear flip flops when I have to leave the house, but inside the house, barefoot all the time. I hate my feet being covered. I dunno why, but it drives me nuts!

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? Canning and pickling/fermenting are about all I can think of at the moment.

What one thing you would like to do more of? Cooking, baking, and just crafting in general. I'm just so tired all the time now!

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Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? No. Not my thing at all.

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? I'm very partial to photographs of decaying infrastructure and buildings like and http://bit.ly/1LBey25. I've also loved John Henry Fuseli's The Nightmare and Pieter Brueghel's The Triumph of Death since I was eight or nine and saw them in my mother's copies of Time Life's Enchanted World books.

Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive? As nice as that sounds, no, thank you. I have a lot of cats, and such items would either be destroyed by them or be magnets for their fur. I also can't think of a situation where I'd use such items.

Would you like anything from Lush? I have never tried anything from Lush. I'm not a bar soap user, though. I know they have other stuff, so I'm open to trying things so long as they don't contain scent notes I can't stand!

Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought? Either!

Spicy stuff? No. I am not a spicy food/flavor fan.

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"? GC: Dorian; LE: Snow White 2004, Midwinter's Eve 2004

Analog or Digital? Or Both? Both. I have a Kindle, but I love print books, too.

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc...? I haven't tried anything but BPAL.

Affinity for specific animals: I love snow leopards, clouded leopards, and otters. My partner adores anything with owls. We all love anything with cats/kittens.

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate? I tend to prefer milk chocolate or dark chocolate on the lighter end of dark. I also don't usually like chocolate with things in it other than almonds, coconut, or salt.

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items? Not at all!

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear? I do wear it, but I'm very particular on brands due to sensitivities (I'm immunosuppressed due to autoimmune diseases). I wear MAC, Urban Decay, and Makeup Geek. I tend toward the warmer shades. Please don't get mascara or eyeliners as I cannot wear them (like... literally, cannot, they hurt my eyes). I love lipstick, though! Love it.

What's your favorite scary movie? Ooo... I like The Others, The Conjuring, The Exorcist, The Lost Boys, What Ever Happened To Baby Jane?, The Haunting (1963 version), The Bad Seed, Poltergeist, Zombieland... I don't like slasher or tortureporn or body horror films like Martyrs or Sinister or Thanatomorphose or the Saw films.

What items from the Weenie update interest you? Would you be OK with decants or bottles? I'm running a decant circle, so I'll be able to try just about everything in order to narrow down what will work for me. Usually, BPAL's Halloween scents never work for me, but this year's are speaking to me due to how many apple-based blends there are.

Blu-ray or DVD? DVD

Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console? Xbox 360, PS2, and PCs.

Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if? Nope, not dressing up. Not my thing. I just hand out the candy.

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? I have been eyeing this bag on eBay for months now: http://ebay.to/1NTN0FQ.

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such? I don't mind receiving items from fandom favorites. My fandoms include Sailor Moon (have loved it, the Outer Senshi--Haruka/Sailor Uranus and Michiru/Sailor Neptune--specifically, since I was 13), Lord of the Rings/Silmarillion (specifically Elven related items, though I do own all the books Tolkien and his son published in relation to Middle-Earth... and please, no Hobbit movie related merchandise as that movie gives me a tic... really... I hate those movies with a Tolkien purist's passion), Labyrinth, Angel Sanctuary, Death Note, Loveless, Dragon Age (specifically Fenris-centric >.>), The Crow, The Shining (though nothing Kubrick related as I don't like his interpretation of King's work), and Gaiman's Sandman (from the original run when Dream was all dark and brooding! -- love anything Endless).

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read? I love manga/yaoi, and I've adored things like Sandman and The Crow.

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like? I used to write it. A lot. I wrote in Sailor Moon (mainly Haruka/Michiru or Haruka/Usagi) and Lord of the Rings (I did nothing but Elf-slash). I also wrote a couple pieces of Brimstone fanfic waaaay back when. I'm also a fan of Anita Blake slash (mainly Aubrey/Asher or Asher/Jean-Claude), Vampire Chronicles (Louis/Lestat, Louis/Armand, Armand/David, Armand/Marius), and Labyrinth (Jareth/Toby). I'm a slash fan! Shameless about it, too.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end? I like a couple of smaller packages and cards and one larger one at the end (it's also how I tend to give, too). Little things to brighten a day, and then a big 'Happy Halloween, Witchee!' sort of thing at the end to bring a huge grin to their faces. Ultimately, though, I leave it in the hands of my Witch! Whatever makes them happy will make me happy.

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?) I... have never been into an IKEA. I own nothing from IKEA. However, I do know they have Lingonberry juice, and I would kill for some of that (I'm Swedish on my mother's side and love Lingonberries).

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline? I don't go to the mall. Ever. If I have to, it's for something very specific I can't get online. I hate shopping in brick and mortar stores, and malls--to me--are the worst.

I also have a question: Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)? I have Julep and Naturebox. I tried Birchbox and didn't like it, and I've had a couple of Japanese-centric ones, but had to discontinue them due to finances.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents? I can't use tarts due to cat hazards, don't like incense due to giving me asthma attacks and the husband-thing migraines, but I LOVE Yankee Candles. My favorite scents of theirs are Mistletoe, Christmas Tree, Autumn Leaves, MacIntosh Apple, and Red Apple Wreath. I tend to just love the cinnamon, clove, piney, cold scents best.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives? Luckily, I was able to get a fairy to do a pick up for me, so I did get everything I was interested in!

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet? Nope! Nothing I haven't gotten to try, but several I wish I had bottles of, Embalming Fluid being the topmost.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves? I don't have much space left on shelves, but I have plenty of space left on the walls!

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Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites? I love Post-It Notes. I can't get enough of them. I also love felt tip pens like these and disposable fountain tip pens like these.

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place? Already there was a question about Renn Faire, but Faire also has an abundance of wonderful socks! Tell me all your sock wishes! I hate socks. Please, please, no socks. I have some sort of aversion to covering my feet. Seriously. My podiatrist says it's an actual thing.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free? I love gummy candies, sour candies. I adore Runts. Chewy Spree. Milk chocolate paired with coconut or hazelnut. Dark chocolate paired with coconut. I don't like sugar-free candy.

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc. I'm fine with animal products, though I don't really have much use for them?

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area? As long as they do take away, I'd be fine with it! We don't go out, but we do bring home food a lot!

Copper jewelry? No, thank you. I'm allergic to copper.

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like? I love stuffed cats, clouded leopards, or snow leopards, and my partner adores everything owls.

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference? I'm very connected to Earth and Water.

How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one? I have bento boxes, and I never use them. -.-; So, I don't need any more.

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets? No, thank you!

How do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com? Not very interested.

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks? I took a look, but nothing really appealed.

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer? Frame that hangs would be best. I have plenty of wall space, not much shelf space left. I'm pretty open to color and style. We're a very eclectic household decorating-style.

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows? I am NOT a fan of marshmallows, but the macarons look delicious!

Are you a slatherer or a dabber? I'm more of an inbetweener.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary. I like black tea, and I've not ventured much beyond Twining's English Breakfast. I'm not fond of flavored teas, so if you, dear Witch, would like me to try a variety of unflavored black teas from your favorite companies--loose leaf or bagged--I'm more than happy to give them a whirl!

Is there anything from ThinkGeek that you want? Only a couple things: this and this and this.

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Edited 10/9

Villainess is putting out brand new stuff for the first time in a while (as opposed to bringing back former lines). Sooo.... who wants it? I've looked at their stuff before, but I don't tend to like bar soaps or anything like that. Most of these types of products have ingredients that leave my skin itching post-shower.

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns? No, thank you. I wouldn't really use anything like that, sorry!

Are there any flowers you especially like? I love lilies, especially Calla Lilies--not the scent, though, but the flowers themselves. I also find jasmine to be beautiful.

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn or fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar? Mmm, no, I don't think so. I can't see myself using anything like that.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"? I wouldn't mind Halloween/Samhain themed ornaments or bunting!

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that? No, thank you! I'm more of a Post-It hound than a journal hound. >.>

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween? Nothing in particular, really. The only season where my music changes is Yule.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all? No! Oh, no, please, no.

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque...? A mix of cutesy, folksy, and Gothic.

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget, like a cover or a light for example? I don't mind bookmarks. It would keep me from dogearing my print editions. >.> I would want something substantial that would last, though!

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it? No, thank you. We already have it for the console system. But, dude, Portal has a board game? I may need to look into that for the husband-thing for Yule!

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie? Nope!

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss. While I am not morally opposed, I'm allergic to beeswax products, and I don't like the taste of honey.

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy? I don't use bumper stickers, but I wouldn't mind car magnets! I just don't like putting things on my car that I can't take off safely and easily without messing up my paint.

NaNo: Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want? No, thanks. I'm not participating. It's just not something that has ever interested me.

Do you have any phobia's that your Witch should be aware of? Umm... no? *laughs* I don't think my Witch will be sending me anything that would cross over into phobia territory.

Trading Post Weenies are live! Anything calling to you? I did order two bottles the night they went live: Moonbathing and Starlight & Seaspray. I was also on the fence about Blood Sangria, but didn't order it due to finances (I'm at an event this weekend, so money was tight for us). I was also interested in the October atmo spray, Delayed At Ingolstadt Air Field atmo spray, October claw polish, Pumpkin Spice Everything claw polish, and maybe The Unquiet Grave claw polish (it annoys me the Trading Post never shows swatches of the polish itself, just the bottles). But, I'm not a hair gloss or bath oil gal, so my interest in the update is pretty limited.

Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails? No, thank you. I've looked at Jamberry, but I do so much crafting and work with my hands that my nails are always in a state of disaster. These would be a waste on me.

Do you like or want to try Marmite? No, thank you.

Used nail polish & cosmetics? I don't mind used nail polish, but if it's used cosmetics, it needs to be one of the brands I can tolerate, and a type I can sanitize like pressed eyeshadow, lipstick, lip pencil, or eyeshadow stick. Things that can be sharpened to reveal unused product or sanitized with alcohol.

Are there any DISCONTINUED (not LE) BPAL oils that you wish you had, or had a little more of? Original Pisces. Strength. D'Anjou Pear Single Note. Hurricane. Grr!. Jester. Puck. Storm. Oh, how I miss these!

Is there anything fairly basic that you're always running out of and need to buy more of? Post-It notes. I use these all the time, and I'm always running out. Circle band-aids, latex free. Alcohol pads. I use an injectable medication once a week, and I check my blood sugar daily, so I'm always running out of the little latex free circle band-aids and alcohol pads. You'd think I'd remember to buy them more regularly, but I always forget until I'm pretty much out of them.

Blooddrop update: I've never really tried Blooddrop before, but looking over their Halloween/Autumn update, the following caught my eye: Apples & Bones and Misfortune. Looking through the rest of the available perfumes... A Venerable Pair, Fabulous Golden, Overalls in the Orchard, and Quite A Handful are about it that appeal.
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Ellebelle's Blog
 

Halloween 2015 SW Q & A

Wishlist help! BPAL: http://www.bpal.org/topic/127-wishlist/page__st__1900__p__1566904?do=findComment&comment=1566904 AMAZON: http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/1OASHS9ZEEHNF/ref=cm_sw_su_w ETSY: http://www.etsy.com/people/effluere/favorites THINKGEEK: search my name and email address as listed in the questionnaire. I have one!   Pumpkin? I am not a fan of the pumpkin in scents, I'm sorry to say. I like things like pumpkin muffins and cookies, etc, but only very rarely like it in perfumes. Marshmallow Pumpkin and White Pumpkin Extrait are the only two perfumes that come to mind that I've liked that have pumpkin in it. I'm ambivalent about pumpkin in candles and room sprays, but again it is not my favorite. If there is something that you LOVE, dear witch, that has pumpkin in it, I'm happy to give it a try - but maybe a sample.   Booze? I <3 all the booze!   beer: I live in Grand Rapids, which is quite the beer city. I'm fond of pretty much all dark beers, and Belgian style beers (Saisons, farmhouse, dunkels, etc). I'm not too fond of Hefes (sometimes I like them, sometimes I don't), and I hate IPAs. If anyone is on untappd, you can find me there with ALL the beer check ins. I loves it.   wine: I love wine too! My favorites are heavy reds, like cabs. I typically don't like weak reds (like pinot noir), or reds that are particularly tannic (like shiraz). For whites, I prefer dry/tart whites, particularly oaked chardonnays, and dryer reislings. I do not typically like the typically grassy/sweetish whites like pinot grigio or sauvingon blanc. I do like dessert wines a lot though, and pretty much anything sparkly.   cider: I like dry cider. I do not like woodchuck and the like, but pretty much everything else is fine. I also love trying other kinds of fruit wines/ciders.   mead: Om nom nom. Sweet or dry, I like it all. If something is too sweet, I just cut it with something dry and sparkling and make an alcoholic mead spritzer. If you haven't tried this, you should!   spirits: I love craft spirits, so if there is something local, I'd love to try it. I'm particular to bourbon, gin, and tequila, but I'll try anything. I love a good cocktail - and good cocktail means that I like my booze mixed with booze and maybe a squeeze of citrus, not with lots of sugary stuff. Want anything from Yellowstone? Be it postcards, key chains, shot glasses, pint glasses, or huckleberry what have you? I was just there, so I'm good. If there is something you think I might like, I'm all for it.   I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style! To be added - I need to photograph my space better.   Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful? I've never watched it.   What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try? I'm not a tea drinker, and the tea will go to waste. I love coffee, I drink it all day every day. I prefer beans, but ground is fine (I have a burr grinder). I'm not huge on flavored coffee, but if there is something you think I might like, I will try it!   What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians? I like smart humor and satire best of all. I'm not really big on slapstick humor. I love Jon Stewart - I once saw him do stand up, and he was amazing. I also loved the Daily Show. I find John Oliver to be very funny as well. Once when I was traveling for work, I accidentally erased my entire music collection at the beginning of a long trip. Someone else who was there gave me his whole collection so I'd have something to listen to, and he had a Bill Hicks compilation and that is possibly the funniest things I've ever listened to. Dear future witch, if you are one that is not offended by humor that is full of swear words, or humor that mocks people who are rigidly religious, you should listen to some of the clips.   Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc) I do like board games, but I rarely play them what with not having children or (more recently) an S.O. When I have friends over, we like Cards Against Humanity a lot, and I don't have my own set. I also like word games, like scrabble, or taboo, or scattergories, or things like that.   Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? I have enough bar soap to last me for years so no bar soap unless it is special (like, you made it yourself). I don't take bubble baths, so all bubble bath, bath bombs, etc are lost on me. I love shower gels though.   Plain or fun socks? Either is good.   Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? I would love to learn more about tarot, as something meditative. That's the first thing that comes to mind.   What one thing you would like to do more of? Exercising. I've gotten way out of the habit, and I need to have something fun and engaging that will make me want to go.   Question!: Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? My answer: In general, I love art. My house is filled with it - I have a lot of vintage polish posters that I've gotten here there and everywhere. When I get around to photographing my house, I'll point them out. I also have a lot of art that I've collected on my various travels to different places. But I would say that the one piece of art that I've run across that really spoke to me in the last few years is this portrait called "2 am" by Juan Naranjo Torres.   ]   It's part of the permanent collection at the European Museum of Modern Art gallery in Barcelona. I have a little postcard framed with it that I got last time I was there, but I wish I could buy a giant print and frame it for my house because I love it so much.     Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? Sure, I would try it. I think maybe I have tried this once before - one of the trader joes kind. What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?) I bought my decants, so I am good. Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive? I love receiving handmade gifts. For knitted things, hats and fingerless gloves would be most welcome. I love scarves too but I have a lot of them. That being said, I live in the arctic tundra of Michigan, so more scarves could never be a bad thing.   Handmade vs store-bought: Whatever is easiest/best for my witch. I have zero preferences in this regard.   SPICY????!!!!: Bring it on. Bring it. I like things easily up to an 8, perhaps 9-10 in small doses.   What thing do you want to do (or get) but you keep putting off for one reason or another? Well, if you look at my amazon list, you'll see a lot of kitchen things and tools. My boyfriend (of 6.5 years) and I split about a month ago and I'm still replacing a lot of small things that were his. Cookie sheets, basket strainers, tongs, etc etc. I need it all again, but buying it feels so ugh.   Would you like anything from Lush? I love the ocean spray face scrub, and the happy hippie body wash. But, there are other scrubbies and body washes that are cheaper that I like just as well. No bath bombs for me, please - I don't really do the bubbly baths. Or baths period. I'm a shower girl.     What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"? Oh, I have a lot of favorites - there is a post linked in my signature. My favorite of all time is probably The Girl. I have one more bottle left (SOB)   Analog or Digital? Or Both? For music, I like records, CDs or mp3s. I listen to mix CDs in my car, so those would be very welcome. I collect records - I like old time jazz, blues, r&b stuff the best. For books, I prefer digital - I have a kindle. Paper is fine though, if you've got a used book that you think I might like that can't be sent electronically. For movies, I prefer physical DVDs, but if you have only a digital copy, I'm happy to receive that as well. Basically, whatever makes it easiest for you, dear witch! but, to sum up -   music: either mp3s, mix CDs, or records. I don't need full physical CDS. books: Kindle is my preference, used paper books are fine. I don't need new paper books - just send it digitally. movies: I prefer physical DVDs, but if you have an efile, send it over and I'll watch it on my laptop. I just don't have any easy way to watch digital files on my television (I don't think?? I have amazon prime TV, so I suppose digital amazon gifts I could easily watch, but my preference is still for the physical discs.   What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....? I have other companies in my wishlist.   Kitchen Needs or Wants: Do you need (or want) anything for your kitchen, either in the way of simple gadgets, supplies you always run out of, or never remember to get, kitchen decor (functional or purely decorative), or dry goods like special spices or spice blends? I have some things on my amazon wishlist, and I think I answered this above. I need lots of kitchen things.   Do you have an affinity for any specific animals? Penguins!   Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear? I don't wear a ton of makeup - sorry! If you're going to go this route, the things I have the greatest chance of using is nail polishes. Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate? Love love love love love it all! Om nom nom. dark is my favorite.   Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items? Not opposed at all!   Would you be interested in any special little thing I might be able to pick up from the Great Lakes Bat Festival this Saturday? Both Janell Cannon (author of Stellaluna and other kids' books) and Fiona Reid (illustrator for lots of animal field guides) will be there, so would you possibly be interested in something like an autographed copy of Stellaluna or one of Cannon's or Reid's other books? Or something from the Organization for Bat Conservation, like a shirt or other swag? Decal! Love it. The tote bags are really cute as well. What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles? I'm going to order my decants, so I'm good. What's your favorite scary movie? I like the scream franchise best of all.   Blu-ray or DVD? DVD   Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console? I use a windows machine, and I have an ancient Wii that I mostly use for watching amazon prime.   Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if? I don't think so.   Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles? I'm pretty picky about purses, actually - things must have a long strap that I can wear cross body since I've basically messed up my shoulders from too many years of carrying ridiculously heavy bags. I love totes for groceries and things.   What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such? I'm not super fannish - mostly I'd just want seasons of tv and things. I get a little fangirl about Buffy and especially Angel and, shamefully, I might be getting a little fangirlish about the Outlander series of all things. It's totally not my thing, but OMG I love it. What's wrong with me???   What are you planning to order from the Weenies update? I already ordered my decants, so that is done dear witch.   The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!) Anything you think I might like would be great. I bet there is some cool jewelry there. I've actually never been to a ren faire, so I don't know what breadth of goods there might be. Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read? Selectively.   Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like? I'll read something if you write it, but I'm not really into fanfic   Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot. I like jewel tones and neutrals. Not so into pastels. Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end? Whatever my witch likes! It's up to you.   Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?) Nothing specific.   If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline? I do love Sephora and Papyrus, and Crate and Barrel Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)? I did Birchbox for a little while, but not anymore. Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents? Pass - I have a lot of this already. Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives? Some of the perfumes - they are on my wishlist.   Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet? Not that I can think of! I want a full bottle of Gertrude Dix though - my decant is almost out.   The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral? Love copper color, but copper itself irritates my skin. For earrings, I actually can literally only do 14k gold, sterling silver or surgical steel due to allergies.   We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves? If there is something my witch find which she thinks would be awesome!   Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites? I could use thin markers.   Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place? Love socks! No knee socks, please, but other than that anything goes.   I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free? I have a horrible weakness for bright crawlers.   How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc. Tis fine. Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area? That would be wonderful! Cherie Inn is always good or Black Heron Kitchen and Bar, or the Birch Lodge.   How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like? This answer is in thread, but I like extinct stuffed creatures. Yes, this is very specific, but it's a thing.   Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL? Boo, clouds. But I love astrological events and I bought the Blood Moon bootle. Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)? 5'10" How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference? Answered this in thread too, but tl;dr I am a fire girl, followed by metal if you use the Chinese version.   How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one? I probably wouldn't use them, but I find them to be adorable.   Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets? I feel like I've answered this - I like all of it. I think wristlets would be my least favorite thing on this list. Fingerless mitts and hats would be top of the list. I love cowls. I have a lot of scarved, but I live in the frozen tundra so more is fine.   how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com? no time, not for me. What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks? All the things! If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer? I would love it if you made me art, dear witch! But, no pressure if the art is not strong without in (as the craft is not strong within me!). I've posted pictures of my space and I would treasure anything because it would come from you! My living room is reds, browns, and turquoises. Guest room is greys and greens. Master is pinks and blues. Office is grey, green and orange. Kitchen is turquoise and white and grey, so lots and lots of choices!   How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows? om nom.
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Switch Witch 2015 Answers

Pumpkin:
Not a fan particularity, although I would eat pumpkin M&m even though they are off diet. However, I would take white/black decorative pumpkin decor items.

Booze:
While I don't indulge too often, I'm a fan of absinthe, flavored vodkas, sake (nigori), and red wines. I like some ciders and beers as long as they are not too hops-laden. Hubby, however, adores beer of all types.

Yellowstone:
I cannot think of anything I might want, unless you can find a zombie buffalo plush.

9/18/15

I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style!
Gothic shabby chic rococo teal Japanese inspired would be the best way I could describe our style. Granted, our house doesn't quite look like that, but it will eventually (lots of pictures below). I have idea pins on my Pinterest.

9/19/15

For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all?
I generally have it on hand for guests and don't mind it being around. It will be used, regardless.

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful?
I've never seen it, but I really want to see it / read the comic.

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try?
Yes, a adore tea...like addiction level. I am really fond of David's Tea and Teavanna. I'm not a coffee drinker, but I will on occasion drink cocoa and hot cider, but tea is a multi-time a day event for me. Caffeine is okay; I'm good with gadgets. Flavors - licorice, pu-erhs, Cahi (oh yes, yummy), earl grey, especially the ones with creamy notes like vanilla, mints, matcha of all sorts...the only ones that are hit and miss for me are chamomile in general and most Lipton.

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians?
I love puns and plays on words. My sense of humor is sarcastic and witty, although I do love off-color jokes. I love Ron Funches and Tim Michin.

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc)
Yes, more unique, but geeky. Anything related to Cthulhu and DnD would be most welcomed.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive?
Wax tarts (have plenty), makeup that isn't 3 free, stationary, lanyards.

Plain or fun socks?
Fun socks, please, preferably ones that are gothic, artsy, colorful, and/or whimsical.

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about?
Sewing, honestly. I need to learn to make my own clothes, but I think I need a class. That and soap making using olive oil / goat's milk bases.

What one thing you would like to do more of?
Go out dancing.

What are some things that fascinate you? Or, What would you like to know more about?
Fascinate: Aurora Borealis! Shiny, holographic items. Psychological/medical novels (Think Brain on Fire, The Hot Zone)
Learning: How to belly dance, how to sew, how to organize my house.
9/20/15

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)?
No thank you.

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way?
I really like woodblock prints, my all-time favorite or which is Hokusai's The Great Wave. I'm also fond of PNW Native American artwork, raven depictions, and Manet's women.

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?)
BPTP: En Garde
Lilith: Blood and Judgement So Well Commedled, Muse of Fire, My Baby and a Baby Goat


Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive?
Yes, in dark colors like indigo, ink, black, purples and blues. I'd adore something like this, this, this, this, this, or even this.

9/21/15

Would you like anything from Lush?
Bubble bars and bath bombs would be amazing. No Rock Star or similar "candy" type scents, most I like most everything else.

Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought?
I'd love hand made, but the right store-bought item is equally nice.

SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you?
6-7. I love hot sauce and hot/spicy items. I've been known to eat a dried ghost pepper and teach the rest of the period directly after it.

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"?
More of the Goths and De Sade (even a sample).
Analog or Digital? Or Both?
I'm an analog girl, for the most part. I avoid spending lots of time on my phone and love to read physical copies of books.
What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....?
Haus of Gloi: Spider Silk and Zazz
NAVA: Oudhs, Ghost Ship, any of the dino series.

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals?
Ravens and cats
Kitchen Needs or Wants?
Not anything I can think of.

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear?
Yes, I like it. I tend to wear MAC and have a pretty sizable collection. I'd be interested in some of the velvets/liquids from other companies in crazy blues, greens, and purple colors. I'd also be interested in samples of the loose shadow from Espionage Cosmetics.

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate?
Dark all the way, but I welcome additions like chili or curry to mine.

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items?
Yes, please! *Edit* I just went to Michael's for costume supplies and I can say that I want almost everything Halloween there, especially the black/white stripes, the black wreathers. Oh, I just love Halloween goodies.

9/23/15
Would you be interested in any special little thing I might be able to pick up from the Great Lakes Bat Festival this Saturday? Both Janell Cannon (author of Stellaluna and other kids' books) and Fiona Reid (illustrator for lots of animal field guides) will be there, so would you possibly be interested in something like an autographed copy of Stellaluna or one of Cannon's or Reid's other books? Or something from the Organization for Bat Conservation, like a shirt or other swag?
Sure, I would welcome anything, really.
What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles?
Decants would be lovely. The budget is tight, so I'm only able to buy one item for myself.

Interested, but cautious:
Frosted Pumpkin Spice Cookie
Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcake
Apple IV
Apple V
The Witches

Oh, all that is dear, I need this in my life:
Sonnet d'Automne 2015
The Vampire Bride
The White Witch 2015
Conjuring Up an Armed Skeleton
Depart Pour Le Sabbat
The Sorceress
The Witches' Sabbath
Le Femme de Satan
Le Ronde de Sabbat
Pan T. and the Devil
Satan Summoning His Legions
What's your favorite scary movie? Or movies, either way. If you don't like horror, what are your favorite movies to watch this time of year?
I do like scary and I'm getting my fix with American Horror Story (season 2 so far). My favorite movies this time of year are Beetlejuice, The Addams Family, Nightmare Before Christmas, Labyrinth, and The Dark Crystal.


9/24/15

Blu-ray or DVD?
DVD, although I'm prefer Amazon video since my husbands PS3, which we used to use to play my DVDs, is now broken.
Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console?
PC, primarily. Anything through Steam would be amazing!
Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if?
Yes, I'm dressing up as a Baroque Beetlejuice I could use a satin black tie, bat hair clips, and Beetlejuice rings/necklaces. Otherwise, I have the dress already and I'll be making my hat.
Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles?
I have a number of them, mostly Tokidoki, which is my aesthetic beyond gothy / creepy (I still would love a coffin purse and a bat mini backpack). I prefer small since I tend to wear goods with pockets or equally convenient hip belts.
What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such?
Yes! Star Trek (TNG), Dr. Who, MLP, Hello Kitty, Tokidoki, Harry Potter, The Hunger Games, Merlin, Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli
What are you planning to order from the Weenies update?
I'm still trying to figure out which one scent I can buy myself.
The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!)
I like those cool fae ear cuffs.

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read?
I do enjoy graphic novels. I'd love some Lobo, later Sandman (post Wake), Elfquest, and an other epic tales.

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like?
No, sadly.

Where do you have wishlists at? If you could please link to them or to a post that links to them. (Amazon, Etsy, Think Geek, Pinterest, Sephora, Lush, BPAL/BPTP, Soap Box Company, everywhere and anywhere!)
I have most of my wishlists updated in my signature, but for ease, I'll post them here.
Amazon
Etsy
Think Greek
Pinterest
Lush
Sephora
Aveda

Phew, that took more time than I'd like to admit.
9/25/15

Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot.
I like black/whites together, blacks, dark teals and purples together.
*edit* Okay, I signed up for Ravelry and added a whole bunch of color and pattern ideas that are simply gorgeous in my eyes. I'm under mymymai.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end?
Either is fine.
For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)?
Sure!

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?)
Yes! There is this black baroque mirror that I've been lusting after for years. That or the white frame that's similar in style.
If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline?
Forever 21 (to check on their black goods), Uniqlo, H+M, Teavanna.

Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)?
I don't, although I wouldn't mind a geek or both box. I might be okay with a makeup one if it could be natural-based one.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents?
I'd only be interested in myrrh, amber, or sandalwood incense. I have plenty of tarts at the moment.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives?
A sample of everything.

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet?
No, I've made it most of the way through the GC.

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral?
I might have allergies if it's anything other than a necklace. I'd prefer sterling silver, acrylic, titanium, or surgical steel.
We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?
I have a little wall space and a little shelf space. I'd be interested in something meaningful, or a craft from another country that isn't mass-produced. For instance, I like the hand-carved kokeshi dolls, original paper cut art, and hand-blown glass.
Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites?
I don't need any at the moment, thank you.
Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place?
I adore Sock Dreams. Anything gothy or in dark jewel tones and slightly whimsical would be great.
I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free?
Caramel, licorice, dark chocolate, and the blue cola gummies / cinnamon bears if I had to limit myself.

9/26/15

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc.
Bone necklace / bracelet might be cool as long as it is gathered humanly. I also like feather accessories for me and the cats.

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area?
Since we are super short on cash, that would be lovely.


9/27/15

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like?
If they are evil, bring them on. I'm also a fan of Funko figures.

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks?
I added some to my Etsy wishlist.

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer?
On the wall, although not too much space left. I prefer sea tones and/or graphic red/blacks/whites. I like PNW style, along with Japanese-inspired content (woodblock prints, paper craft, etc).

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows?
No thank you.

Are you a slatherer or a dabber?
Slatherer if the scent has combinations of myrrh, sandalwood, and ambergris. Otherwise, I'm a dabber.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary.
Fellow tea whore here. I have an entire cupboard of it, but then again, I drink 2-3 cups a day and I make a large container of cold tea for my husband every other day. I prefer loose leaf, although I'll never turn down Tea Republic's bagged tea. I like them, David's Tea, Aveda's Calm, Teavanna, and some local Seattle tea companies. I also like my fancy imported teas, including sour plum tea from Japan (need more, but oh my gosh, yum!). I prefer blacks, matcha (the powdered kind), chai, and interesting herbals. I'm not such a fan of whites as I prefer tannins and strong flavors. Accessories: I have a bunch, but there's always room for cute infusers in the shape of sharks, cats, or Cthulhu.

1. David's Tea - Cream of Earl Grey
2. Tali's Chai Masala
3. Yumchaa's Enchanged Forest

Is there anything from ThinkGeek that you want??? (especially in the geek points section, 2400 points or under?)
I have a wishlist as well. I like anything Dr. Who or anything that lights up.

Villainess: Any of their soaps. and scrubs.


How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns? Not really a fan.

Are there any flowers you especially like? I love Asiatic lilies and camellias.

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar. No thank you.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"? Absolutely!!!

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example. I could use a booklight.

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that? No thank you.

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween? It doesn't really change from my normal preferences (Dark Wave, Synth Pop Electro Clash, EBM, Industrial).

Are you interested in leg warmers at all? My calves are massive, so most don't fit me. I'm talking 17" here. If you can find something gothy or EGL that would fit, then I'd be convinced that you possess magical powers.

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .? I'd say gothic elegance with a touch of cutesy.

10/5/15

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it? We have both already.

10/6/15

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie? I'm reading it currently and will be seeing it before the end of the month.

Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want? No thank you.

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss. Both! No honey/beeswax product will be turned down.

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy? Unless it's tentacles, no thank you.

Do you have any phobia's that your Witch should be aware of? Clowns.

Trading Post Weenies are live! Anything calling to you? Candiru Cove, Dead Leaves and Copal, Dr. Janice, Licorice Whip!!

10/7/15

Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails? No thank you. I have way too much nail polish at the moment.

10/8/15

Do you like or want to try Marmite? Sure.
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Strange and Wonderful Things
 

Switch Witch Q&A 2015

This is where I'll put all the in-thread questions to keep things easy for my witch to find! Also, where I'll put my wishlist links so they'll also be easy to find along with inspiration/social networks.

Etsy
BPAL Wishlist
Pinterest

9/17/15

Pumpkin? love it, but not too sugary in food items. Not big on over decorating with pumpkins, and prefer things that are gray (like weathered vs. brand new orange).

Booze? Not a big drinker. Will normally drink like a Paloma (great tequila, grape fruit juice, soda water), and if it's cold a Hot Toddy with lots of lemon and honey.

Want anything from Yellowstone? Be it postcards, key chains, shot glasses, pint glasses, or huckleberry what have you? If you're there, sure! An old timey postcard would do!

9/18/15

I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style! Just go here

9/19/15

Penny Dreadful?
Love it!

Tell me about your coffee and tea preferences! Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try?

I love loose tea, as well as bagged. My absolute fave is Lapsang Souchong, or any black smokey tea. Dark and smokey is my style. I don't like green tea or overly fruity tea. Flavored is ok, as long as it's still more black than fruity. Oh and I love herbal tea, but nothing with licorice. Gadgets wise, I like bags for loose tea, or mesh like spoons. Love coffee too, and prefer Stumptown, Peets or Water Ave.

Sense of Humor? Dry, sense of humor with sarcasm thrown in. I also love laughing at stupid stuff. One of my fave movies to laugh at is Knocked Up. Hilarious stuff.

Board Games? I'm a puzzle girl more than anything. Although I would like to learn how to play Mahjong, I even own a set! Just don't have anything to learn with.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? Makeup. Scarves, gloves, or hats. Don't spend $$ or too much time on making things. Take it easy!

Plain or fun socks? Fun socks FTW!! I knit funky socks, and love buying funky socks, like these unicorn ones!

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? Tarot! I know nothing but oh so curious! Cards in general are intriguing, the whole pull a card, read and interpret. I'd like to know a bit about the history, general meanings, use, and interesting ways to incorporate into life.

What one thing you would like to do more of? Meditation! Since I adopted a new puppy, my meditation practice has gone down the toilet.

What are some things that fascinate you?
Fascinate: Vintage paper ephemera, vintage children's books, Japanese pop culture. For example, I'm always drawn to postcards (especially Japanese culture and Native American), weird children's books, and then newer Hello Kitty collaboration things. But when it comes to nature, I'm fascinated by the skies, small flowered plants (like alpines), and the wonderful planets. Reading/Learning about: Reading dystopian novels such as Station Eleven, Hunger Games as well as fantasy.

9/20:

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? never heard of it, sure!

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? I'm a Japanese prints junkie (old stuff, like this. Salvador Dali's The Invisible Man, and black and white photography of Man Ray.

Do you want to receive knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive? I'd be happy to receive fingerless gloves, silly creatures, washcloth.

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?) I just joined a decant circle, and like always I'll update my BPAL wishlist if something is a total win!

9/21/15

Would you like anything from Lush?
Shower bars, bubble bars and bath bombs would be amazing. I'm pretty easy with scents.

Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought?
Either! I have a strong love for handmade, and just as much respect for well made store items. In general, I'm pro-indie maker. :-)

SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you?
6-7. I love hot sauce and hot/spicy items but mainly in Indian food.

9/22/15

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test?
Nope! I'm dedicated to BPAL world only. Makes it much easier to manage the wallet, and honestly I just can't keep up with all of the other makers. I do, however, appreciate Lush bath and body items (just nothing perfume oriented).

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals?
All of the baby ones! I'm also a recent puppy owner, so he's for the most part the only thing in my life :-)

Kitchen Needs or Wants: Do you need (or want) anything for your kitchen, either in the way of simple gadgets, supplies you always run out of, or never remember to get, kitchen decor (functional or purely decorative), or dry goods like special spices or spice blends?
Spice blends are always fun, and spice rubs too. We do tons of grilling veggies and meat, plus we cook a ton at home. We eat Thai, Vietnamese, BBQ, Japanese, Italian, you name it. We don't judge much in this arena.

9/23/15
Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear?
Yes, I like it. I'm a MAC girl with some use of Make Up For Ever, but honestly, I don't wear a ton of makeup and I'm pretty picky on what I wear. But I do like MAC's Lipglass in Desire. :-)

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate?
Dark chocolate with almonds and sea salt. Someone mentioned above about chocolate vendor preferences, and I would say I'm the same. I prefer more artisanal then say something like Hershey's.

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items?
Not at all!

"Special little thing" from the Great Lakes Bat Festival?
So adorable! I loved the decal and tote.

What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles?
Oh boy!! that update was insane! I'm thinking decants of: Dia de los Muertos, Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcake, Second Spring, A Phantasmagoria: Scene, A Young Woman Appealing to a Witch, Liebeszauber, The Magic Circle, The Sorceress, The Witch and the Mandrake, The Witches’ Rout (the Carcass), The Witches’ Sabbath, Witches’ Kitchen, La Femme de Satan, Satan Summoning His Legions
possible bottles: The Witches, Départ Pour Le Sabbat

I'm gonna update my BPAL wishlist with final decision as soon as BPTP goes live.

What's your favorite scary movie? Or movies, either way. If you don't like horror, what are your favorite movies to watch this time of year?
I used to love watching horror, but now find it to be too much. I much prefer psycho thrillers and tend to steer towards more indie stuff. One of my fave vampire movies is "Let The Right One In", along with "TrollHunter" but I do love Buffy, Coraline, Pan's Labyrinth among others.

9/24/15

Blu-ray or DVD?
DVDs, but at this point I mainly stream from Netflix or Amazon.

Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console?
None, sorry! I don't do games.
Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if?
I don't normally do, but when I do, I have a huge stash of props :-)
Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles?
I'm purse obsessed, and I'm not allowed any more! However, if it's a canvas bag with maybe a pocket for things, then I wouldn't turn it down dear Witch. Size wise, just big enough to fit a book, wallet and a knitting project. And I love silly canvas bags especially book, cat/animal, anime themed.
What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such?
I'm not a fangirl of much. I'm a huge lover of Japanese culture, from paintings to origami paper. And yes, I have a tiny Hello Kitty collection but only because it was free. I'm much more interested in the obscure and lesser known aspects/things of Japanese culture.

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update?
See above
The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!)
No thanks, RennFaire has never really interested me.

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read?
Yes! Mainly graphic novels written by Japanese authors that have been translated. For example, Osamu Tezuka and his Buddha series. I also haven't read all of Sandman, essentially everything after Preludes and Nocturnes is on the "to read" list.

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like?
No thanks, I don't get into it.
Where do you have wishlists at? If you could please link to them or to a post that links to them. (Amazon, Etsy, Think Geek, Pinterest, Sephora, Lush, BPAL/BPTP, Soap Box Company, everywhere and anywhere!)

See very top for links. I will update with Amazon too.

9/25/15

Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot.
Ivory or burgundy/red
Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end?
Your choice! I'm easy and will be excited regardless :-)

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline?
I don't go to the mall, as Portland has very few of them and instead seek out individual storefronts like Powell's books, Anthropologie, and sometimes Sephora. I'm also a sucker for TJ Maxx and Marshalls!

Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)?
No I don't, best to stay away from that addiction.

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?)
I'm pretty lucky and have a huge range of stores in the area. My preference though is small biz which generally don't have large e-commerce presence, and Etsy folks.

For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)?
Absolutely!

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents?
Love them all, except I don't do tarts as much as I don't have a proper place to burn them. I love vanilla, exotic spices, sage, blackberry, green scents.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives?
Dragon With a Llama Mohawk hair gloss

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet?
RPG Elf

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral?
I love mixed metals jewelry, and also enjoy greenish copper.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?

No, thank you! My walls are packed with art and rock posters, and where I have shelves I have trinkets spilling over.

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place? Already there was a question about Renn Faire, but Faire also has an abundance of wonderful socks! Tell me all your sock wishes!

Love socks! ankle or closer to knee length, like these

Or these

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free?

Love gummies, caramel and chocolate. I'm a big fan of Cadbury Flake chococolate

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc.
Doesn't bother me. I own two sheep pelts, wear leather, and would enjoy a cool skull or two. No furs besides wool pelts though.

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area?
No thanks, but thanks for asking!

Office supplies
Love them! I'm a sucker for Sakura gel pens or these, washi tape, strathmore visual journals, water crayons, and everything in between.

9/27/15

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like?
Love funky softies from Rosa Pomar, and also these.

9/28/15

How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL?
I would love to learn more about astrological events and especially with a Blood Moon Eclipse to keep it company. Thanks for asking!

Height? I'm basically 5'5" and have ave length arms

How do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com?
Sure, any of those sound interesting.

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference?
I guess water for me, I don't follow the elements much but mainly because i don't know much about them. However, I would love to learn more! Zodiac symbol wise I'm a pig :-)

How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one?
I wouldn't use it although I do love the look of them!! I would likely store other things in it.

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets?
Fingerless mitts FTW!

9/29/15

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks?
Any of the soaps! They all look great

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer?

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows?
Don't eat them

Are you a slatherer or a dabber?
Slatherer for sure!

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary.

Loose tea is great! I'm in love with dark and smokey black tea (like lapsang souchong). Golden Monkey tea is also good.

Is there anything from ThinkGeek that you want??? (especially in the geek points section, 2400 points or under?)
No, thanks! I'm not into that sort of thing.

10/01

Villainess?
Anything from the new release sounds wonderful!

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns? I make a lot of bags for my DI kids every year, so I'm kind of an old hand.
With zippers? I would love a small bag for my knitting notions.

10/02
Are there any flowers you especially like? Hhhmmm... Birds of paradise are super cool, as are orchids :-)

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar.
Would love one for my MacBook Air 13inch (2015 model). Or one for my coffee mug, nothing too big though.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting" ?
Day of the Dead ornaments FTW!

10/3/15

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example.
Love a booklight!

Would my witchee be interested in handmade journals, mini albums and similar items?
Absolutely! I would love a handmade journal, or anything that can be used for art journaling, collaging, and the sort.

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween?
Sadly, I don't have a fave. :-( Maybe I should change that?

Are you interested in leg warmers at all?
Totally. Makes me feel young again ;-)

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .?
More folksy like Day of the Dead, or other cultures expression of Halloween themes. Never scary though.

10/5/15

To answer your question, a handknit and gorgeous Zuzu'sPetals would be welcomed in my home :-)

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code (for pc.) I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it?
No thank you!

10/6/15
Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie?
I haven't read the book, and may watch the movie post theaters when it's free on Netflix or Amazon :-)

NaNo: Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want?
It's ok, I'm not big into this event...

Beeswax or honey, or both?
I love both and use honey with my tea. Beeswax products are also great, one of my fave lip balms is made from beeswax!

10/8

How do you feel about bumper stickers or car magnets?
Never use them. I like to keep our windows free and clear :-)

Phobias?
None that I can really think of! I generally find phobias fascinating.

Trading Post Weenies?
I'm thinking of doing my first ever BPTP decant circle! If I do, it will be Death on a Pale Pumpkin decant, Pumpkin of Conquest decant, Dr Janice, Starlight and Seaspray. And if anything works, I'll add on the October polish.

10/9/15

Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails?
No, thank you!

Do you like or want to try Marmite?
Probably not.

Used nail polish & cosmetics?
Used nail polish for sure! Not sure about regular cosmetics... maybe loose powder stuff?

10/10/15

Are there any DISCONTINUED (not LE) BPAL oils that you wish you had, or had a little more of?
Oh gosh. It would have to be between Blood Countess and Fairy Market, or Fox Fires from the Salon.

Is there anything fairly basic that you're always running out of and need to buy more of?
Lip balms, love it year round!

Blooddrop update
No, thanks! I try to only support BPAL as that satisfies all of my perfume needs.

How do you feel about foreign spices/flavorings?
Love to try different salts and spices!
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Zeb's BPAL Blog
 

SwitchWitch 2015 blog

Last updated: 6th Oct 2015

New year, new questions - but all the old blogs are still relevant.

Wishlists
Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/registry/wishlist/388AMHU9X80YL
Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/uk/people/PrayUntoBastet/favorites/items-i-love?ref=favs_index_1
SockDreams: http://www.sockdreams.com/_users/wishlists/00c60af6506718d
Crocus: http://www.crocus.co.uk/ViewWishList/_/WLID.123653/WLPASS.2adca3ecedfe407689f1e770b612b092

I keep all my wishlists up to date, but ignore the 'shops' bit on Etsy as sometimes those are things for other people.

Alcohol: You might not be able to send it because customs, but I drink spirits except the hell that is tequila. I prefer Irish whiskey, rum, brandy, mead

Pumpkin - I don't mind it

Yellowstone/huckleberries - I have never tried huckleberries, would love to

Decorating - very eclectic, so here's a wall from my old house which I have not as yet had the spare time to replicate, but it's on the list!
For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all?

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful? I've got the first series ready to watch next

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try? coffee beans, especially flavoured, black tea in bags, especially chai and earl grey types. I love the David's tea that I've tried

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians?
Bill Hicks is my all-time favourite, also like David Mitchell, Bob Monkhouse, Stephen Fry, Bill Bailey. I like sarcasm, clever word play, dry & some dirty humour. (yes, my humour has a "u" in it!)

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc)
I love Smallworld and Munchkin and play board games with one of my partners. Really want to try Cards Against Humanity but also mentioned this in the 13 Nights swap so maybe check with my swapper there.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? Religious stuff

Plain or fun socks? I like both - I like subtle fun ones rather than full-on, and I like interesting textured plain ones. Love stripey socks too, but no toe socks please

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? I still have a lot to learn about gardening, sorely tempted to learn baking but then I might eat more (I refer you to the conflicted bit in my questionnaire!)

What one thing you would like to do more of? exercise, relax, playpiano (learn to count )

What are some things that fascinate you? Or, What would you like to know more about? my real fascination is the social history of diseases, I own books on things like how different disease through the ages have been touted as 'evidence' of sin, like how at one point Leprosy had all the same social commentary as HIV did later. I still have a few flu and smallpox books on my wishlist!

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? No thanks, I hate it

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? I did a long answer in the thread but basically pre-raphaelite

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?) I've joined a decant circle

Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive?
Socks always welcome, would love a small beanie/skullcap type hat but have quite a small head. An example of style not colour or pattern.

What thing do you want to do (or get) but you keep putting off for one reason or another?

Would you like anything from Lush?
No thank you, I've been shopping from them since before they were called Lush!


Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought? I like both


SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you? probably 6

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"?
Tea (the Luper) ranks high because you can't search for it on the forum, but also Banshee Beat because I stupidly sold my spare bottle

Analog or Digital? Or Both? Analog for films, either for books, digital for music

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....? Just the two on my wishlist

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals?
Cats, rats, little lizards, ducks if they're rubber!

Kitchen Needs or Wants?
A pepper grinder that actually works well, interesting spice mixes from your area (except Hawaii - I have a ton of spices from there from a previous round)

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear? Eyeliner is all I wear, and I prefer the sort that sharpens itself. I usually wear Clinique in brown, grey, green purple or black

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate? Love chocolate especially Ghiradelli, Lindt, Seattle Chocolate, Suchard, Montezuma. I like things in it but not whole almonds as I broke a tooth on one of those. Itty bitty almond is fine.

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items? I don't really do Halloween so it would be a waste

Would you be interested in any special little thing I might be able to pick up from the Great Lakes Bat Festival this Saturday? Both Janell Cannon (author of Stellaluna and other kids' books) and Fiona Reid (illustrator for lots of animal field guides) will be there, so would you possibly be interested in something like an autographed copy of Stellaluna or one of Cannon's or Reid's other books? Or something from the Organization for Bat Conservation, like a shirt or other swag?
If there ended up being a bat print available I'd like that

What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles?
I'm going to get decants of:
Second Spring
Apples II, III, IV and V
Young Woman Appealing To A Witch
Depart Pour Le Sabbat
Liebeszauber
The Magic Circle
The Witches
Witches Kitchen
Portrait of an Unidentified Man As Mephistopheles

I'm not going to buy until I've tried decants but my most likely needs for bottles are:
Witches Kitchen
Portrait of an Unidentified Man As Mephistopheles

What's your favorite scary movie? I don't like horror films because people are generally stupid. So i'd probably pick a Clive Barker film like Nightbreed, but in no way could I call any of them a favourite. I listed my other favourites in the original questionnaire.

Blu-ray or DVD?
Either is fine but they need to be Region 2 for Europe

Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console? The only game I really have time for now is Sunless Sea, the standalone spin off from Fallen London, which I play on my Mac

Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if? I don't dress up

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles?
I could do with plasticised totes for gardening stuff, or a satchel/messenger style that would fit music books in as well as the rest of my stuff

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such?
Firefly, Babylon 5, Dr Who, Gotham

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update?
See above

The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!)

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read?
I love graphic novels but have a vast collection, only after things on my Amazon wishlist

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like?
I'm not a big fan of fanfic, sorry

Where do you have wishlists at? If you could please link to them or to a post that links to them. (Amazon, Etsy, Think Geek, Pinterest, Sephora, Lush, BPAL/BPTP, Soap Box Company, everywhere and anywhere!)
All at the top of the blog


Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot.
This purple or this mix or this green or this blue are all very much my sort of thing

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end?
Whatever you pick is fine but for preference lots of little packages or a couple of medium ones

For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)? Yes, I always do this for my witchee

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?) Not unless you can ship me a new bookshelf

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline?
The deli and the comic book store

Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)? Graze

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents? ot right now, I will have a new kitten next week so am avoiding burny stuff

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives? BPTPs Housebreaking Your Dragon atmo

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet? No

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral? I like copper jewellery

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves? I can probably find space for a couple more wall things, but very little room for shelf things unless they also have a purpose

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites? Pens for drawing especially Letraset promarker type and very very fine point black pens

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place? I love Sock Dreams and have a wishlist, also have lots on my Etsy wishlist

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free? Those US tea and coffee candies are always a favourite when I get them as frimps

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc. No, the cats will think it's theirs

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area? No, I dont think they reach this far!

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like? I might like interesting/cute/geeky ones. I have cuddly Rubella, MRSA and Brain Cells


Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL? I watched it but I think the scent will burn me

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)? short and wide! 5'2" but no idea about arm span

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference? I prefer the 5 elements

How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one? I have one really cute one but would potentially use another especially if it actually sealed properly

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets? fingerless gloves

how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com? I don't have the time

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks?
I'd love to try a hot process soap like Rice Pudding and I love sorbettos - Afternoons & Eiderdowns, Rice Pudding or Gingermilk would all suit me well

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer?
A frame that hangs please. As for style, look at my Etsy wishlist for an idea

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows?
Yum as long as they arent floral flavoured

Are you a slatherer or a dabber?
It depends on the scent

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary.
Bagged tea will get more use but I do own a teapot and strainer. I love chais, earl//lady grey and smoky black teas like Lapsang and Russian Caravan

Villainess is putting out brand new stuff for the first time in a while (as opposed to bringing back former lines). Sooo.... who wants it?
Never tried anything but Gingerleaf sounds lovely and the Smack sounds good is many scents

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns? not really my thing

Are there any flowers you especially like? Fritillaria, cornflowers, forget-me-nots, irises, borage

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar. no thank you

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"? no thank you

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example.
no thank you, I have a wonderful cover for my Kindle

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that?
I do love interesting journals

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween?
the same as the rest of the year

Are you interested in leg warmers at all?
nope, I lived through the 80s

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .?
Such as it is, probably cutesy.

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it?
No thank you

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie?
I haven't read it but I'd like to

Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want? I don't understand the question!

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss.
Yes

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy?
I have no car
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Switch Witch forum questions:

Pumpkin?: I love pumpkin flavors, but am particular about pumpkin scented things.

Booze?: Absolutely! Any and every kind. I run an alcoholic cupcakery from my kitchen, so I'm always looking for new things to try.

Yellowstone?: Sure, no idea what they offer though. Never been there!

Decorating?: Unfortunately, I'm in the process of moving to a new country, so I don't really have the option of decorating right now.

Coffee/Tea?: I love both. I prefer coffee to be whole bean, light roast and tea to be in sachets and prefer black flavored tea.

Sense of humor?: Tends to be dark and horribly inappropriate.

Board games?: All day every day! My favorites are MtG, Fall of Pompeii, 7 Wonders and Exploding Kittens. Shoutouts to Gloom and Flux as well.

Do NOT want to receive?: Used makeup/nailpolish. It kind of freaks me out.

Plain or fun socks?: Either! But i'm a sucker for black lace and fishnet.

What would you like to learn about?: I'm studying occult theology, so anything based around that. I'd really LOVE to learn about Tarot and the like.

What would you like to do more of?: Archery! i love it, but only get to the course about once a month. Also, any Steam games will fill plenty of time. Steam name: Elliex or GrahznyVonnyBum

Would you like cookie butter?: YES YES YES! There isn't a Trader Joes anywhere around here.

Art that speaks to you?: I LOVE old antique photos/postcards and paper dolls. I am also a fan of anything morbid, death, or occult related.

Any BPAL/BPTP Lilith items?: I would LOVE to try En Garde and Blood and Judgement So Well Commedled

Crochet items?: I'm a huge fan of Elf Hoods and big, flowy scarfs.
Lush?: I love Lush! Bathbombs are my life.

Handmade or Store-bought?: Either! I tend to thrift-shop anyway, so used/handmade items have never bothered me much except with makeup.

Spice tolerance?: Sriracha makes everything better, so on a scale of 1-10 i'd say maybe a 6.

Other perfume companies?: I'm not hugely into any other brands, honestly. A lot of them bother my skin.

BPAL Holy Grail?: Either Mort De Cesar or layered Voodoo/Snake Oil

Animal Affinity?: Definitely octopus. I love all things tentacles.

Kitchen needs?: Not a ton, honestly.

Chocolate?: I'm a huge fan of milk chocolate, and my favorite brand is Marabou, though I'm happy with any.

Halloween Items?: HALLOWEEN IS MY FAVORITE. But, I tend to lean towards halloween things I can use all year round. I'm not a huge fan of the cutesy-cheesy stuff, though.

Bat Conservation?: Oooo, I'd love some batswag! That pin is adorable.

Favorite Scary Movie?: I like dark/morbid musicals. Repo!, The Devils Carnival, Little Shop of Horrors, RHPS, etc.

Weenies?: i am super curious about Dead Leaves and Tobacco, Disappointing Pencil and Vampire Bride.

DVD?: I actually download most of my movies.

Game System?: PC! I've listed my steam name above.

Halloween Costume Accessories?: Yes actually! I'm going as "Cruella Won" and am looking to get my hands on as many Dalmatian beanie babies as possible.

Bags?: Anything from Kreepsville, Betsy Johnson, etc. I like bright colors and creepy themes.

Fandom?: I'm a Studio Ghibli junkie.

Comics or Graphic Novels?: I am always looking for new comics. I like dark and morbid, or ridiculously funny. Super Tranny is a favorite.

Wishlists?:
ETSY WISHLIST
BPAL WISHLIST
PINTEREST

Dragoncon?: I REALLY wanted to try Dragon w/a Llama Mohawk, but couldn't get a fairy. :/

GC Curiosity?: I really want to try Fighter from RPG and Streets of Detroit from OLLA. I don't know if those are strictly GC, tho.

Socks?: I love socks! Lacey, fishnet, black/white/nude are what i generally lean towards, but i'm happy with anything!

Candy?: I tend to like hard candies that I can suck on for a while, and lean away from fruity stuff. I usually like butterscotch, chocolates, etc. Also, sunflower seeds. I know it's not candy, but any flavored sunflower seeds are my favorite snack food, ever.

Animal products?: I collect oddities! Bones, taxidermy, furs, jewelry, you name it and I promise I have some of it. Always looking to add to my collection.

Restaurant Gift Cert.?: I'm not hugely into eating out, unfortunately.

Toys?: Dalmatian Beanie Babies for my halloween costume!

Eclipse BPAL?: OMG i need it so badly. But my witch is UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES required to spend that much money on me.

Height/Arm Span?: 5'2, 49.0

Bentos?: I adore bento boxes!

Hanging/Standing Art?: Unfortunately, since I'm moving soon, there isn't much point in any large pieces of art.

Soap?: Definitely! I love soaps and scrubs and lotions and things.

Gourmet Marshmallows?: Oh my glob, I didn't even know these were a thing. I need Guinness marshmallows in my life.

Dabber/Slather?: Dabbing, usually.

Tea?: Top 3 - Rooibos, Earl Grey, unflavored Black and I prefer bagged(cause i'm lazy as shit.)

Villainess?: Not really a huge fan, a lot of their stuff bothers my skin.

Duct Tape Crafts?: I've never been hugely into ductape, but wouldn't be opposed either.

Favorite Flowers?: Gerbera Daisys and Alstroemeria

Electronic Cozies?: Not much I need, really. I have cases for most of my things, except my Nintendo 3DS

Halloween/DotD/Bunting?: Sure! I'm all about Halloween

Book Accessories?: Not much I can think of that I need.

Music?: I like a lot of electroswing recently, like The Diablo Swing Orchestra.

Leg Warmers?: Totally! I love wearing them under boots.

Halloween style?: Somewhere between scary/grotesque and everyday/practical goth.

Martian?: I do plan on seeing it, but never read the book.

NaNo?: Not participating, and not super interested.

Honey/Beeswax?: I LOVE honey sticks for tea, and honeycomb as a snack. Beeswax I use quite often, as well.

Car Gear?: I don't actually have a car, or drive.

Discontinued BPAL?: Antique Lace, Utrennyaya, Vechernyaya, and Tobacco Honey!

Anything you can use more of?: Sharpies! I go through them at work like no one's business.

Marmite?: No thank you.

Used Nail Polish?: Nope. Sorry, like stated above, used beauty product freak me out.

Jamberry?: Working in the food industry, it's impossible to keep my nails nice, so Jamberry would go to waste on me. :/

Blooddrop?: Nothing really calls to me.

Spices?: OH YES PLEASE.
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Switch Witch 2015 Help

Hi witch! I hope you have a wonderful autumn! Thank you so much for taking time to stalk me!

Amazon wishlist: https://amzn.com/w/2IRNSZ9E8V6O8 (This wishlist is the result of years of window shopping. There are things on here I don't expect anyone to get me.)

Paintbox Soapworks wishlist:
Smoky Jack Hot Process
The Fusilier Hot Process
The Hermit Hot Process
I would love lotions in any of the above scents as well.

I have a wishlist at Ten Thousand Villages, but it does not let you link it directly. It needs to be emailed. I love practically everything there though, so it's hard to make a misstep.

In thread questions:

Pumpkin: Yes please, I usually like pumpkin things.

Booze: I'm generally in favor, but this year I'm pregnant so anything that was sent would have to be able to last until April. =-)

Yellowstone: Huckleberry? I've never tried it, sounds like it could be fun. A postcard would be fun too!
9/18/15

I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style!

My house is for sale right now, so the best way to share pictures is to just share the listing: http://www.nothnagle.com/Properties/Details.aspx?MLS=19&M=R276251

9/19/15

For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all?
I drink occasionally.

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful?
No

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try?

I hate coffee. I basically fuel my exsistence on tea. I prefer loose over bagged. Caffeine is fine. I like Black, white, green, oolong. I do not like Red or herbal. Cider and cocoa are both good too.

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians?

I'm not a humor snob. I'll laugh at most things, just no gross humor.

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc)

I like board games, I don't really have many.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive?
Make-up and nail polish. Coffee or coffee flavoured things.

Plain or fun socks?
Fun! As a side note, I'm a plus sized gal and I have wide calves, which is sometimes good to know for taller socks.
Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about?

I would really like to have some kind of hobby to do with my hands, but I have a hard time following instructions. I would need a really simple, straight forward guide.

What one thing you would like to do more of?

Play my violin. I used to take lessons, but then they got too expensive. Then the strings on my violin came off and I'm no good restringing it on my own so it just sits there, reminding how much I used to like to play.

What are some things that fascinate you? Or, What would you like to know more about?
Music, the natural world, myths and legends
9/20/15

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)?
I'm okay with it.
Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way?

9/21/15

Would you like anything from Lush?
I haven't tried very much Lush. I had a couple bath bombs that I enjoyed very much one time. I would be very open to trying more of their stuff.

Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought?
Either

SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you?
7 or 8. I like spicy stuff, but I don't want it to hurt.

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"?
Coyote and Sonnet D'Autumne Black bear Moon, Mother Shub's Gingerbread Temples, and Mother Shub's Unmentionable Peppermint Cremes also get a lot of wear. I really want a good marshmallowy scent.

Analog or Digital? Or Both?
Both
What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....?
I haven't really tried any other companies.

9/22

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals?
Corgis! They are special little dogs. I lost my seven year old corgi to lymphoma this summer. I also have a four month old corgi puppy.

Kitchen Needs or Wants?
A micro plane. I could use more measuring cups too, especially if they were in bright colors!

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear?
I don't wear makeup.

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate?
Chocolate. Yes. Just yes. I am a chocolate fiend. I like everything from super bitter dark to milk. I love it paired with nuts and fruits and interesting bits. I also like it plain. It's hard to go wrong with chocolate. I love to try interesting new flavors. I do not like white chocolate.

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items?
Some would be okay. I don't have a ton of places to put random stuff though. I tend to gravitate toward harvesty/natural looking stuff this time of year. My kids like cute Halloween stuff.

9/23/15
Would you be interested in any special little thing I might be able to pick up from the Great Lakes Bat Festival this Saturday? Both Janell Cannon (author of Stellaluna and other kids' books) and Fiona Reid (illustrator for lots of animal field guides) will be there, so would you possibly be interested in something like an autographed copy of Stellaluna or one of Cannon's or Reid's other books? Or something from the Organization for Bat Conservation, like a shirt or other swag?
Buttons or a decal would be neat. Stellaluna would be great. My kids haven't read it yet so it would be something we both could enjoy.

What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles?

Just going to copy my response from the Weenie thread:

I'll definitely be getting bottles of Apple Cider and Sonnet D'Autumne. I have bottles of both previous years of Sonnet, but it's one of my all time favorites.

Ones I'm interested in:
The Witches, Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcake, Pumpkin Lager I've told myself I won't buy any more pumpkin scents. They haven't worked yet and I just don't have the money to keep trying. Still I would like to try them in hopes of finding *my* pumpkin scent.

All Soul's, Dia de los Muertos These are oldies that I have not managed to try yet.

Sugar Skull: I have a old imp of this and I like it, but it never makes the cut.

Leaves and Apples: I love both bases so I would love to try any of these. I think I am most interested in Apple 1 and 5 and Leaves 3 and 5.

What's your favorite scary movie?
I don't really like scary movies. I think the scariest I get it Coraline or Paranorman.

Blu-Ray or DVD?
DVD

Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console?
My laptop runs Linux Mint, my desktop runs Windows 7. We have a Wii, PS2.... and a Super Nintendo. lol A friend of mine is giving me her old PS3, but we don't have all the cables yet.

Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if?
I have fox ears and a tail for Halloween!

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles?
I really hate purses.

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such?
Harry Potter - I'm a Hufflepuff! Doctor Who- I prefer 9 and 10 to the newer ones.

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update?

If I can scare up the money I will probably be ordering Apple Cider and Sonnet d'Automne.
The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!)
Anything! I haven't been to a Ren Faire in at least 5 years!

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read?
I do enjoy graphic novels and manga. I haven't tried anything new in a while and would be open to it.

9/25/15

Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot.
I would really love fall colors, red, orange, yellow, brown..... Rich, fallen leaf type colors.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end?
However my witch wants to do it, though I do like to hear from my witch occasionally, just an ecard or something is fine!

For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)?
Totally fine.

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?)
Probably, but I have literally never been in an IKEA in my life.

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline?
Malls are not really made for big women. I rarely go to them.

Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)?
No. For Christmas last year my husband got me a 3 month subscription to https://www.skoshbox.com/and it was amazing.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents?
I don't have anything to use tarts in. I like candles, I don't use a lot of them because asthma. Soy candles seem to be best. Please, no incense.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives?
Any of the peach hairglosses.

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet?
How Doth the Little Crocodile. I have been interested in it since I started in bpal, but I never got an imp because I assumed one would make its way to me eventually. It's been 8 years and I have hundreds of imps, but not that one.

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral?
I like copper and I love colorful jewellery.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?
I would love some decorations. Things that go on the walls would be awesome, my walls are pretty bare.

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites?
I always like pens in fun colors and I love journals.

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place?
I'd love almost anything that comes in plus sizes! I love stripes and lots of colours! I have 17 inch calves, which seems to be a good thing to know on Sock Dreams.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free?
Love chocolate and caramel. I really like Haribo gummies. I like hard candy too.
9/26/15
How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc.
No thanks.
Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area?
There really anything available in my area.
9/27/15
How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like?
I like them. Smaller is usually better otherwise my kids will steal them from me.

9/28/15

Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL?

I did see it. I love astrological stuff. I don't know if the scent is quite for me, but I would love to try a decant.

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)?

5'7''

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference?

I've always felt a connection to air and earth. Fire in probably my least affinity.
How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one?

I use them for my daughter's lunches.

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets?

Scarves, shawls, cowls, gloves, and mittens are all great.

how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com?

I've never heard of them, but they could be fun!

9/29/15

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks?

I have my wishlist above!

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer?

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows?

This was my question, hehe! I love them!

Are you a slatherer or a dabber?

Usually a dabber. My allergies prevent me from wearing a lot more of them time. Mint perfumes are a exception.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary.

Tea. The kiddo is sleeping right now so I have time to elaborate on tea. I have a lot of Adagio tea. Like, a cupboard full. I haven't really tried many other companies because Adagio is affordable and convenient. The only other company I have tried loose tea from was Simpson and Vail and I hated everything I ordered from them. I would really love to try others though. My brewer is Adagio ingenuiTEA. Hmm, favorite teas.... I really like Adagio strawberry black and the summer rose black, black dragon pearls, and I love jasmine tea. I'm really fond of chai as well. I have a few fandom blends that I buy regularly that I really enjoy:

http://www.adagio.co...tml?blend=16856

http://www.adagio.co...tml?blend=41982

http://www.adagio.co...tml?blend=19749

I do not like herbal teas or rooibos.

Villainess is putting out brand new stuff for the first time in a while (as opposed to bringing back former lines). Sooo.... who wants it?

Fire, ginger, and salt leaf all sound nice.

LOST TRACK OF DATES. I SUCK.

10/2-10/3

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns?

I have never really looked into it too much, but I love homemade stuff!

Are there any flowers you especially like?

I like roses and lilacs (I know, I'm allergic, but I love them!). Phlox I like most flowers.

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar.

Tea cozy! I also have a caseless ipad that could use some love.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"?

Could be neat!

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example.

Bookmarks are always good. I've never heard of a bookseat before, but they look pretty neat.

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that?

Those sound lovely.

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween?

The same stuff as usual.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all?

Nah.

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .?

Natural, harvesty stuff. Cutesy is fine. Folksy is good. I don't like gory/scary.

10/5/15
I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it?

I've never played it, but would like to.

10/6/15
Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie?

I have neither read nor watched it. My husband wants to see it at some point and I never say no to books!

NaNoWriMo - Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want?

I've done it in the past, but I am uncertain about whether I will this year.

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss.

Yes.

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy?

Window stickers are great. I put bumper stickers on my computer case.

Do you have any phobia's that your Witch should be aware of?

Nothing that would impact Switch Witch, I think.

Trading Post Weenies are live! Anything calling to you?

Pumpkin Light, All the Leaf hair glosses except the one with red musk and neroli, October claw polish.

10/7/15
Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails?

I'm not sure these would work on my nails. I have little hands and teeny nails.

10/8/15

Do you like or want to try Marmite?

I've never tried it. I admit to a morbid curiosity.

Some folks have already said they do not want used nail polish. If you haven't already chimed in about that... would you be interested in a bottle of BPTP claw polish (in this case, either Event Horizon or Baku) that has been used for one manicure?

bptp nail polish is my one exception to no nail polish. I'm curious to try theirs.

10/9/15

Are there any DISCONTINUED (not LE) BPAL oils that you wish you had, or had a little more of?

Hmm... Baghdad, March Hare, the discontinued Gaimans..... I'd like to sniff Antique Lace, since it is such a legend.

Is there anything fairly basic that you're always running out of and need to buy more of?

Scotch Tape and Dish Towels

Anything interest you from the recent Blooddrop update?

I've never tried Blooddrop. Browsing the perfume quickly though, Apples and Bones, At the Edge of the Beautiful Haunting Woods, Kittens and Pumpkins, and Misfortune sound nice.

10/10/15   How to you feel about foreign spices/flavorings?

I like them! I do a lot of cooking and I'm always willing to try something interesting.   10/12/15   Dearest Witchee, can I get you anything from Shiro Cosmetics? I'm going to place an order soon and perhaps you are interested in some of their goodies? https://shirocosmetics.com(https://shirocosmetics.com)

In a parallel universe somewhere there is a me that knows how to put on makeup and she would be so excited about this. This universe me doesn't have a clue what to do with makeup.
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SadariEvenstar

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Miss Twilight's Blog
 

Switch Witch Fall 2015 Question Master List

9/17/15

Pumpkin?

Booze?

Want anything from Yellowstone? Be it postcards, key chains, shot glasses, pint glasses, or huckleberry what have you?

9/18/15

I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style!

9/19/15

For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all?

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful?

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try?

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians?

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc)

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive?

Plain or fun socks?

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about?

What one thing you would like to do more of?

What are some things that fascinate you? Or, What would you like to know more about?

9/20/15

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)?

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way?

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?)

Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive?

What thing do you want to do (or get) but you keep putting off for one reason or another?

9/21/15

Would you like anything from Lush?

Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought?

SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you?

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"?

Analog or Digital? Or Both?

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....?

9/22/15

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals?

Kitchen Needs or Wants?

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear?

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate?

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items?

9/23/15

Would you be interested in any special little thing I might be able to pick up from the Great Lakes Bat Festival this Saturday? Both Janell Cannon (author of Stellaluna and other kids' books) and Fiona Reid (illustrator for lots of animal field guides) will be there, so would you possibly be interested in something like an autographed copy of Stellaluna or one of Cannon's or Reid's other books? Or something from the Organization for Bat Conservation, like a shirt or other swag?

What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles?

What's your favorite scary movie? Or movies, either way. If you don't like horror, what are your favorite movies to watch this time of year?

9/24/15

Blu-ray or DVD?

Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console?

Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if?

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles?

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such?

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update?

The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!)

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read?

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like?

Where do you have wishlists at? If you could please link to them or to a post that links to them. (Amazon, Etsy, Think Geek, Pinterest, Sephora, Lush, BPAL/BPTP, Soap Box Company, everywhere and anywhere!)

9/25/15

Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end?

For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)?

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?)

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline?

Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)?

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents?

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives?

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet?

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral?

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites?

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place?

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free?

9/26/15

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc.

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area?

9/27/15

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like?

9/28/15

Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL?

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)?

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference?

How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one?

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets?

how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com?

9/29/15

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks?

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer?

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows?

Are you a slatherer or a dabber?

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary.

Villainess is putting out brand new stuff for the first time in a while (as opposed to bringing back former lines). Sooo.... who wants it?

LOST TRACK OF DATES. I SUCK.

10/2-10/3

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns?

Are there any flowers you especially like?

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"?

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example.

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that?

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween?

Are you interested in leg warmers at all?

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .?

10/5/15

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it?

10/6/15

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie?

NaNoWriMo - Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want?

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss.

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy?

Do you have any phobia's that your Witch should be aware of?

Trading Post Weenies are live! Anything calling to you?

10/7/15

Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails?

10/8/15

Do you like or want to try Marmite?

Some folks have already said they do not want used nail polish. If you haven't already chimed in about that... would you be interested in a bottle of BPTP claw polish (in this case, either Event Horizon or Baku) that has been used for one manicure?

10/9/15

Are there any DISCONTINUED (not LE) BPAL oils that you wish you had, or had a little more of?

Is there anything fairly basic that you're always running out of and need to buy more of?

Anything interest you from the recent Blooddrop update?

10/10/15

How to you feel about foreign spices/flavorings?

10/12/15

Dearest Witchee, can I get you anything from Shiro Cosmetics? I'm going to place an order soon and perhaps you are interested in some of their goodies? https://shirocosmetics.com (https://shirocosmetics.com)
twilighteyes

twilighteyes

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BelleAnge's Blog
 

Switch Witch 2015

====================       Basic Info   Birthday: October 31   Pets: One dog named Ruby Tuesday. She is a Pomeranian mix   Children: 14 month old daughter   Religious orientation: none   Favorite Holiday: Halloween   Occupation/Major in school: Stay at home mom   Living arrangement (by yourself, with roommates, etc): I live with my child and my dog   Livejournal/Blog/Website: http://serpentskiss.livejournal.com   Organizations/Causes/Activities (Things you belong to or causes you believe in): Ronald McDonald House of Pittsburgh       BPAL   Favorite BPAL oils: Jack, Black Lace, Mouse's Long and Sad Tale, Tombstone   Favorite notes: Sandalwood, pumpkin, apple, cinnamon, rose, lemon, lilac, vanilla, coffee, leather   Favorite non-BPAL perfumes: I love Diablo Skull from Violette Market   Least favorite notes: Patchouli   Least favorite non-BPAL perfumes: none   If Beth made a custom blend for you, what would the notes be, and what would you want the label art to look like? Sandalwood and vanilla. Maybe butterfly on the bottle           Lifestyle   Style/home decoration style: No specific style   Favorite decorating colors: No set color scheme   Things you collect: Skulls, NASCAR, figurines of high heels, vintage Avon bottles   Favorite music: Country but I listen to other stuff too   Least favorite music: none   Vegetarian/Vegan?: (Please be as specific as possible to reduce confusion!) Nope   Other food restrictions: None   Favorite flavors: Caramel, pumpkin, chocolate   Favorite foods/drinks: Salted caramel, garlic bread, swiss cheese, almonds, coffee, apple cider   Favorite authors/genres: Stuart Woods, Ann Rule, Lisa Jackson   Least favorite authors/genres: Romance   Books/authors you'd like to read, but haven't yet: Can't think of any   How do you feel about receiving gently used books as gifts? Sounds good to me   Favorite stores (including clothing stores): Spencer's, Hot Topic, Spirit Halloween, Bath & Body Works, Yankee Candle, Lush, Sephora   Favorite online stores (including B&B stores): Paintbox Soapworks, rosegal.com,   Magazines you subscribe to: Cosmopolitan, Martha Stuart Living, US Weekly   Magazines you like, but don't subscribe to: Allure, Marie Claire, NASCAR Illustrated   Favorite movies: The Crow, Red, The Blind Side, Frozen   Favorite TV show(s): Criminal Minds, Supernatural, 2 Broke Girls, Pretty Little Liars, True Blood   Hobbies/crafts done: Scrapbooking           Clothing & Jewelry   Hair type: Straight and a bit oily   Skin Type: Oily   Allergies (specifically B&B related): none   Other things to avoid: nothing   Tub, shower or both? Tub   Favorite bath & beauty products: scrubs and bath bombs   Clothing Style/Fave garments: I am a jeans and T-shirt girl   Favorite clothing colors/colors to wear: black, red, navy, burgundy   Type(s) of jewelry worn: necklaces, rings, bracelets   Ring/wrist/collar size: Ring size is a 10   Jewelry - gold or silver? Both   Do you have any allergies to metal? None   Favorite gemstones: sapphire and opal   Sock/Shoe Size: shoe size is 11               Random Questions:   Random Questions:   - On a scale of 1-5, how organized are you? 3       - Where, outside of the U.S. would you love to visit? (if you're international, this can be anywhere) Russia       -Where, inside of the U.S. would you love to visit? Las Vegas       -Favorite City in the US/World? Pittsburgh       - Do people tell you that you act older, younger, or your age? Younger       -If I gave you a toy gun with flashing lights, would you hide and start shooting people from around corners OR would you thank me on the IGI thread and then quietly donate it (a niece, Oxfam, Goodwill, wherever)? (there are no wrong answers for this, so don't be afraid to answer honestly) I would have fun with it       - What animal do you feel like the most? No idea       - Your favorite feature about yourself: eyes       - Do you live in a neighborhood or in the middle of nowhere? Rural area           -Have you ever thought, "oh, I'm going to get myself one of those one of these days" but then never do? List 1 under $10 and 1 over $10. I honestly don't know. I rarely do anything for myself     - How do you feel about boi witches? Whatever works       - Do you like garage sales (boot sales)?: I love garage sales, yard sales, flea markets, thrift shops, Goodwill       - I like to slather my food in : Honey BBQ sauce, Alfredo sauce       - State fairs or carnivals? Both       - You throw caution to the wind and runaway to join a traveling circus. What job would you want ( a main performer, a side show, a behind the scenes spot, etc) and why? I'd be the barker     - What mythical or fantastic race of creatures (dragons, unicorns, griffins, elves, dwarves, faeries, etc.) do you most identify with? Faeries     - Imagine that you're given a shoebox-sized time capsule, and you are asked to put any number of items in the box that symbolize who you are. The items can be may be anything you can imagine, and money is no object, but they must fit within the box. What do you choose? Wax tarts, Eos lip balm, a bottle of Bpal oil, coffee, and a sugar skull necklace     - Do you need storage boxes/bottles/containers? Decorated or Plain? I love containers. Any kind       - The world has given you the day off. You hear that, no chores, responsibilities, or budget you have to follow. What would you do in those 24 hours? Watch some movies and go shopping     - Do you like steampunk & if so what kind of steampunk item would you most like to receive? I am interested but have no preference     - Do you have an etsy shop? No       - Would you like to receive baked goods, if so what kind? Any kind       - What is something totally random (yes, that thing that just popped into your head) that hasn't been covered by any previous questions? I am a fan of Harley Quinn           Notes (Here's where you can add additional information you'd like your Switch Witch to know!):    
BelleAnge

BelleAnge

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TorchedEarth's Blog
 

Switch Witch 2015

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie? I have not read it. My husband & dad both want to go see it, so I assume I will. I haven't even seen a proper trailer for it to be honest, just a promo type one that tells you nothing about the movie.

NaNoWriMo - Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want? I don't know anything about this, & I'm really not a writer.

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss. Sure.

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy? Bumper stickers will get put on my jewelry traveling boxes. I'm down for car magnets. I've had the "I <3 <3 the Doctor" one on there for forever. I like geeky fandoms ones & ones that have to do with my favorite bands. (Right now I have decals for the Dead Kennedy's, the Misfits, Tina from Bob's Burgers, a Companion Cube, & a Big Daddy from Bioshock. However, the companion cube & Big Daddy are black & are hard to see, so I'd be down for replacements.) With all that being said, I like any cool stickers, decals, or bumper stickers. They get put on the clear cases I put my jewelry in to travel to art shows.

Do you have any phobia's that your Witch should be aware of? Worms & caterpillars. I hate them.

Trading Post Weenies are live! Anything calling to you? I should not have looked at these. Not going to buy. Not going to buy. So the one's I like are: Boo hairless, brainstem lollipop, dead leaves black fig cacao & copal hair gloss, dead leaves red musk & neroli hair gloss, dead leaves white musk & vanilla hair gloss, delayed at Ingolstadt air field home & linen spray, & the pins are super cute. Also, I hate pumpkin, but how cool are those pumpkin labels?

Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails? Those things are so cute, but they don't stay on my nails at all.

Do you like or want to try Marmite? I've tried it & I don't want it.

Used nail polish & cosmetics? I'm good with used nail polish. I may be a bit of a hoarder. I'm good with used cosmetics if they fit with my color scheme. I don't want used eyeliner or mascara.

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns? I'm not really sure what this is. I don't think it's particularly up my alley.

Are there any flowers you especially like? I'm more of a succulent & cactus kind of girl. Flowers always die on me.

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar. A beer bottle or beer can cozy would be rad.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"? Sure.

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween? Pretty much the same music I always listen to. The Misfits probably get a little more play time during October.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all? I think they're super cute, but no thanks. Heat.

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .? It has always been scary & gory, but I'm finding that I'm not so much into that anymore. It's weirding me out & making me feel old. I have no idea what my new style is going to be, but I think the severed body parts & nooses may not go up this year...

Here's a new question: I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that? ( I would be willing to barter with someone else who's witchee might like something like this) Your journals are GORGEOUS. SO much, that I would be afraid to write in them & they would probably sit blank somewhere forever & it would be a damn shame. I think a put a few of your boxes on my wishlist though.

Are you a slatherer or a dabber? I tend to be a slatherer due to my less than perfect sense of smell.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary. I really do love all tea. The only way to go wrong is Jasmine tea & some chai teas. I have a glass boiler pot, & one of those handy dandy steepers that sits on top of my teacup that I use often. I also have a couple steeper balls for company. I also have an iced tea maker, which usually uses up my teabags & sometimes the loose tea. I have some tea related goodies on my wl, but they are spendy.

Is there anything from ThinkGeek that you want??? (especially in the geek points section, 2400 points or under?) I LOVE ThinkGeek. The Mario mushroom baking pans are adorable & the large ice cube maker (both the deathstar & the d20) look like they would work amazingly for whiskey.

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets? Probably none or me.

how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com? I probably wouldn't have the time.

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks? I've only used their soap samples, but I liked them. Everything except the solid perfume sounds awesome.

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer? Something that goes on the wall for sure. As you can see from my art wall, I don't have a specific color or style of art that I adhere to.

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows? Those look pretty amazing.

Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL? I was not in a great place to see it last night, so it was sadly missed. Blood Moon sounds decant worthy for sure.

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)? I'm about 5'2" & seem to be about 4'8" with my arms down or 4'6" with my arms horizontal to the ground from wrist to wrist. However, I did make that measurement myself, so yeah.

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference? I'm not particularly familiar with the chinese elements, but I've always felt I was a fire/water person. With that being said, I certainly can't say I feel strongly about the subject.

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites? Not really.
Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place? I'm not super familiar with sock dreams, but I do love socks. I don't wear knee socks, but anything in the footie or anklet range would be cool.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free? Nothing specific. I'd be happy with whatever you pick out.

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc. No thanks.

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area? Not particularly.

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like? I like handmade plushies, artist inspired plushies, uglydolls, & vinyl toys.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?
I'd be down for house decorations. I'd most likely have the most space for small art/prints for my art wall.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents? Tarts. I always forget to light candles & can't really do incense with the hubs allergies. I'm good with anything that's not too musky.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives? Yes, there were quite a few that caught my eye. I missed those completely because I was moving & traveling.

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet? There are several in my wishlist that I have imps or partial imps of. I haven't gotten the chance to explore a whole lot of the GC catalogue. Im open to any suggestions you may have that fit into my general scent profile.

For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)? I'll be happy with anything that you are so kind to send me.

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?)No thanks, I'm set on IKEA. I would not be opposed to other stores not accessible to me.

I also have a question: Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)? I subscribe to Rainbow Honey & Sephora Play!.

Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire: is there anything you might want? I love renfaires. When I go I usually buy soap, food, & beer. I'm certainly down for whatever you think I might like.

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read? I've read them, & I always want to like them more than I do. It's not totally my thing.

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like? I've never read fanfic, but if you were yo write something for me I would definitely read it.

Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot. I have a hard time with generalizations, like if someone says "topaz". To me, a topaz is a golden brown. But some people are thinking of the blue topaz... or they can be colorless. Or red. or pink. or gray. for the things I've expressed interest I yarn wise, I'm good with absolutely any color.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end? I'd honestly rather spread out the fun, but I won't be disappointed if it's easier for you to do one at the end.

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline? I'm not a huge mall person, but I guess when I do end up at the mall, I go to Torrid, Target, Nordstrom, Sephora, L'Occitane.

Blu-ray or DVD? both

Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console? console mostly - nes, super nes, nintendo 64, gamecube, wii, sega genesis, xbox 360, ps1, ps2, & ps3. I have a MAC, but don't really play games on it.

Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if? I will be, but I don't know what I'll be.

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles? I'm a sucker for a bag with cool hardware. I'm mostly into handbags & shoulder bags. I have a few crossbodies that don't get used that often. I guess my small backpack is getting holes too. I like solid colors. I don't like the suitcase sized ones, but they have to be big enough to fit my massive sunglasses case.

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such? Sure. Bob's Burgers, IT Crowd, Dr. Who, Portal, Bioshock, The Dead Kennedy's, The Buzzcocks, The Ramones

What's your favorite scary movie? Or movies, either way. If you don't like horror, what are your favorite movies to watch this time of year?
The Shining, A Tale of Two Sisters, The House on Haunted Hill, Pan's Labyrinth, Hocus Pocus, & The Craft.

What items from the Weenie update interest you?
In order of interest:
Graveyard Dirt Redux
The Witches' Rout (The Carcass)
Satan Starting from the Touch of Ithuriel's Spear
Apple III
Dead Leaves, Red Musk, & Neroli

Make-Up? Yes. I wear highly pigmented neutral eyeshadows, black liner, black mascara, & red lipsticks. I don't really wear glosses. I don't wear blush very often. Also, I'm super pale.

Chocolate? Also yes. I love dark chocolate & milk chocolate. I like it plain or with stuff in it. For stuff you can get at the supermarket, I'm not really a fan of nestles & hershey, but I do like cadbury & ritter sport. My favorite chocolates are these little violet truffles I get at a place in town.

Many Halloween items? I do love Halloween. I'd be happy with whatever you send.

"Special little thing" from the Great Lakes Bat Festival? I'm unlikely to wear a t-shirt or baseball hat out of the house, but the button & the decal are both super cute!

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"? In terms of something I'm never going to see again & don't have a backup for, Nocturnus. My out of print current favorite that I do have a backup for is Red Moon 2007. Even though I have a backup, I would not be opposed to traces you may not want...


What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....? I don't have any specific wants, but I'm open to experimentation. I have a few I like from Arcana, Villaness, & Possets. I don't remember which one it is, but the house that uses and Egyptian spice base (in any of the ones I've tried anyway) doesn't agree with me.

Analog or Digital? Or Both? For books, I'm a paper girl. I don't even have a kindle/nook dealie. For music, whatever is fine. If it's a cd it gets ripped into my computer. I also love vinyl.


Do you have an affinity for any specific animals?
Cockatiels & pugs, because they're my buddies. I also like spiders, owls, & harpy eagles.

Kitchen Needs or Wants: Do you need (or want) anything for your kitchen, either in the way of simple gadgets, supplies you always run out of, or never remember to get, kitchen decor (functional or purely decorative), or dry goods like special spices or spice blends?
I'm not really a gadget person, but I'm open to try anything. I love local spice blends or just cool ones. I cook a lot.


What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?) I don't think I'll be doing a Lilith decant circle this time. The BPAL ones that sound nice to me are: Blood and Judgment so Well Commeddled, Little Lady Macbeth, & Muse of Fire. The BPTP ones that sound nice are: Catch me, dad (actually this one sounds amazing - edit I bought a half bottle. I have no willpower.), Once upon a time, & the worst pillow.

Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive? I love mostly non-wearable crocheted items. I have a few scarves from forumites that I love, but it's so hot here I don't get to wear them often. (We don't have a proper winter.) Things that will get use are socks or non-wearables, like amiguri or other such shelve sitters.

Would you like anything from Lush? Sure. I just recently re-discovered lush thanks to another swap. I was horrified to hear they had discontinued ultra violet! I like the bath melts/bombs/etc & the masks for sure. I'm not a solid shampoo or a massage bar person. Everything else is fair game.


Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought? The answer to this is almost always handmade, but I'm good with whatever. I don't snub the store bought stuff.


SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you? I dunno, a 6? I like spicy as long as it doesn't kill my tastebuds & make it so I can't taste my food.

Wishlists - Mine are at the bottom of my blog entry that is linked in my signature. They are fairly massive. My family lives by the wishlist. Don't be frightened. I don't expect you to buy anything off of them.

I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style!
Pictures of my living space sans boxes, because the boxes are still in the bedroom & studio.


For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all?
I'm a drinker.

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful?
I've never really watched it. I don't have cable. I'm restricted to what I see on Netflix, Hulu, & Amazon.

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try?
​I like both. I drink both regularly. I'm not a hot cider or cocoa drinker for the most part. I'm good with whatever kind of tea, but I prefer loose leaf. The only tea I don't like is Jasmine. blech I prefer whole bean on the coffee. I like everything except blonde roasts. I usually either make it by pour-over or french press. We also have a lazy Kuering (I have no idea hot to spell that) machine that gets a lot of use from the hubs in the mornings. Caffeine is requested. I kinda think decaf is a waste. My favorite brand of Tea is David's Tea, but I certainly love trying new ones. On coffee, as long as it's actual beans & not the instant junk, I'm usually pretty happy.

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians?
I am not a fan of puns. I'm usually the groaner in the room when they happen. I'm good with almost any other kind of humor. I tend to be a bit on the dry side myself. A lot of my favorite movies are dark comedies. Dirty humor doesn't bother me at all. I'm not generally a stand up comedian show kinda girl, but I like Mitch Hedberg, Amy Schumer, Fred Armisen, & I'm sure more that I can't think of right now.

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc)
I'm a board game fiend. I like the unique ones for the most part, but don't mind the plain jane ones every once in a while. If you want an idea of the types of things I am playing right now, I currently have some listed in my Amazon wl.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? Honestly, jewelry.

Plain or fun socks? I love socks. I prefer the fun ones even though they mostly get covered up by boots.

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? I love reading about psychology & philosophy (particularly existentialist texts.) I love learning about new places & cultures.

What one thing you would like to do more of? Relax. Between running a business, moving, & traveling to see family, I have had almost zero relaxation time in the past couple of months.

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? It's totally not my thing, but the hubs loves it.

Question!: Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? So bizarrely enough, my answer is exactly the same as Neptuneanblues'. It's one of my favorite places, & I used to spend hours there at a time.




Yellowstone- I've never been, but since huckleberry has the word berry in it, I would probably love it.


Booze - I think it's obvious where I stand on booze.

beer - I like everything but pilsners, but the hubs likes those.
liquor - I like pretty much everything that isn't saccharine sweet. I'm mostly into whiskey, bourbon, cognac, & vodkas. I like a good anejo tequila too, though.
wine - I'm more of a dry red wine person. I like some whites, like Sav. Blancs & viogniers. I also like port. MMM port.
Pumpkin - I like things actually made with pumpkin. I don't like pumpkin spice or pumpkin flavored things.

Wishlists:

BPAL - http://www.bpal.org/topic/127-wishlist/?p=2427833
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/people/frilledandfeathered/favorites/wishlist?ref=favs_index_3
Amazon - http://amzn.com/w/2AEPSZPPONZHG
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Switch Witch 2015 - Randomness

Just found out a forumite makes jewelry and it's totally right up my alley of things I like in jewelry. The Shards of Mirror necklace is very pretty. The Frozen Forest (Birch) one is gorgeous too!

Amazon Wish List | Etsy Wish List Still working on Etsy

SW Questions from the thread:
Pumpkin? Um, not really, unless it's for decorating. I do like pumpkin muffins (or a mix so I can make muffin tops - yes, it's a thing). I REALLY adore the Gingerbread muffins from Panera. YUM! I tried making them myself, but didn't turn out the same.

Booze? I like Red Moscato wine (really that's the only one I found I really like. Can't do dry wines at all), Woodchuck Amber Cider, though I keep looking for their other fall seasonal stuff but it's not come in yet at the liquor store. And, if I'm going to get funky, I like Purple Hooters, but in drink format, not shot format. Found a bar out here with my friend that makes them the best. Overall though, I don't drink very often, and abhor drinking alone. Also, I have small children, they don't get things like "I was out late drinking let me sleep". ;p

Want anything from Yellowstone? Be it postcards, key chains, shot glasses, pint glasses, or huckleberry what have you? We collect magnets at our house! (Kid friendly ones - 2y/o still puts things in her mouth.) We enjoy finding different and unique magnets. Also, my daughter and I like collecting pretty rocks and finding out what might be in them and then see how we can shine them up. My favorite toy as a kid was that silly stone smoothing machine you got for like $15 that came with sand of different grits and rocks to make pretty. Only one or two rocks were really nice, like tigerseye, but they all ended up staying with me for a long time. I have some rocks I handed down to my daughter and now she collects them. Our garden is full of rocks so her collection has grown tons, but it's so fun to see her get so excited by a new find and wash it off. So, uh, yes, something from Yellowstone is the point of that ramble. lol

Pictures of my decorating style: Recently got new floors on the entire first floor of the house, so I redid my living room, which used to be a furniture-less play room for the girls. So, right now, my living room looks awesome and I'm super happy with how it's turned out and it's probably the best depiction of my decorating style to date. Click Spoiler to see images - sorry for weird rotations.


Tell me about your coffee and tea preferences! I actually don't like coffee, like at all. My husband is the coffee drinker. I have this thing where I don't like hot drinks. So no hot coco, no hot tea, no hot toddy's, no hot cider, etc. It's very rare I have a hot drink at all. Drinks should be colder than room temperature for me to drink them. I also really don't like black tea. I've been wanting a good white chai tea but I don't have the patience or tea knowledge to make it (and I read it can be served cold). The Celestial Tea Echniacia Tea for sleepy time, actually made me sick. I drink Sunkist, Black Cherry Kool-Aid with Truvia, or Crystal Light Energy Grape.

Penny Dreadful? No idea what that is. Weren't they old novellas from like the 20's?

Sense of Humor? I'm the one that makes the stupid puns/jokes and laughs harder at them then other people. If you've seen the Weenie Stalking thread, I have a sign that says "Drink up Witches!" which depicts me perfectly. I got rolled eyes for liking it so much, but screw it I love it. My husband and I are very sarcastic, and I have a touch of self-depreciating humor. I enjoyed the hell out of George Carlin and miss him.

Board Games? I don't really play them right now as the youngest is only 2y/o. We have Candy Land, but someone mentioned a Firefly theme'd Clue that I'd die for. I really enjoy puzzles. I have a few that I'd love to put together then preserve, but I don't know how to do the preservation. I love puzzles that are also art. I got this for Christmas last year and absolutely adore it. Ooh, and it looks like they have more here and here.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? Makeup. I don't use the multitude of things I have. Plus, I'm kinda newbish on how to use it. 35 and can't do a cat eye to save my life. Can barely blend, etc. Plus, my girls like getting into it if it gets overflowing and cleaning up that mess is a pain. ;p Scented lotion is a no-go too. I have my Fragrance free Curel stuff that I adore and works well with my skin and I've learned over the years to not to mess with what works. Um ... I have enough B&BW hand soap to last me through at least one year (and I'm out of storage space).

What are some things that fascinate you? Or, What would you like to know more about? I am super fascinated with space. Stars, planets, space travel ... you name it I enjoy reading, watching, learning about it. I also enjoy science in general. I like having a general idea about various subjects. Neil deGrasse Tyson and Bill Nye are probably two of the people I could listen to talk for hours and never really get bored. (and I have!)

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? Not really. The last time we had cookie butter in the house my mom was the only one to really eat it and it ended up getting thrown away. I hate throwing things away, especially food.

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way?My uncle is an artist. I recently broke the one and only statue I had of his from back in the early 80's. His style is no longer like that. I haven't told him yet. =( I have the pieces and what is left of the statue.
Mostly, however, I prefer nature art. Nature speaks to me. My home is nothing but soft blues, warm creams, soft browns, and flowing greens. I like nature. I like the simplicity and the beauty of it.

Plain or fun socks? FUN!!! I don't work so I like the fun socks! Comfy socks, soft socks, cute socks! Just NO SOCKS WITH SPLIT TOES ... I don't know why those became a thing.

What one thing you would like to do more of? Read. I have about 6 or 7 books on my to-read list, but I don't really get enough time to do it. The kids make messes that need cleaned after they go to bed. And while they're awake a book is like a magnet and they glue to my side asking all sorts of questions. (Which is fine, and I don't mind, but um ... I don't always read kid appropriate books.)

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?) I joined a decant circle as well as picked up Blood and Judgement and Ghost Revelry bottles from lab. Got a decant of Catch Me, Dad from a circle as that was the only one that caught my eye.

Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive? Totally! I'd love a pair of finger-less gloves to keep my hands warm this winter while at the computer. I also like scarves, ones wide enough to wrap around my mouth/nose. Oooh, or better yet a big ole cowl! Like this or this. I adore the one with the buttons!

What thing do you want to do (or get) but you keep putting off for one reason or another? A Massage!! OMG I just want someone to rub my back in a professional manner and work on the places that need worked on. My husband says go for it, but I keep putting up one excuse or another (ahem perfume). I need to just go for it, but I never feel like I deserve it, or that there's just other things that need to be done/purchased first.

Would you like anything from Lush? Shower bombs. Do they have shower bombs? I can't take baths, so I'm super jealous of my daughters getting bath bombs.


Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought? Both? Either? Doesn't really matter. I feel like either or would be fine. I am just pleased as punch that anyone would think to get me something or make me something.

SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you? Um, That's kind of tough. Medium? My husband like Siracha on a lot of things, and I will put a drop or two in to give some flavor, but any more and it's too much. I've been slowly increasing my heat eating abilities, but I still don't think I can eat really hot things.

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"? Ack, um ... like the HG that got away? Antique Lace. I got like a drop of it once and about died because it was available for like 6 months after I got into BPAL and I didn't grab it. But then how was I supposed to know it would be DC'd for an undetermined amount of time? CC:Female is another scent that I love beyond words - but I have 1 full bottle of that and have been holding it like the precious that it is. My GC Holy Grail is a toss up between Les Bijoux and Leanan Sidhe. I love them both for what they offer and I would be devastated if they were to be discontinued. I have 3 bottles of Leanan Sidhe, but only one of Les Bijoux.

Non-BPAL Holy Grail? Because I don't just do one company any more. I think I found my Arcana love. Holy Terror was close ... but Last Judgement just knocked it out of the park and oh my goodness I'm freakin' out because I only have the one bottle and I want sooooooooo much more! Like so much! Like a VAT of the stuff. It's just ... I can't even explain it really. I'm a huge Frankincense/Myrrh fiend. Found Holy Terror and it was wonderful, but more beeswax than Frank/Myrrh. But Last Judgement? It's like ... being at church again, back when I was younger and my Mom wasn't so stressed, and my sister wasn't born yet and we were in South Carolina in this old old church. It was like that old stone and they held church in the basement during the summer because it was so hot. I don't even know how old that church was, and despite me only being like 6 or 7 at the time, I remember this church, and how it was like a fun spooky. The grey rocks, the curved doorways, it was just ... peaceful, but kind of scary, but it made me giddy. I loved that church, and this scent reminds me of it.

Analog or Digital? Or Both? In regards to what? Clocks? Digital. I hate ticking. Music? Digital. I have a Spotify subscription and I keep waffling on Pandora.

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....? Um ... I have an entire Wishlist here on a google doc (along with all my current bottles from all the companies I'm dipping toes in.) I try to keep it extremely updated mostly so I know what I want when I go to purchase something and so I don't forget and then have the sad.

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals? Not really. I like owls, but as for live animals, not so much. Probably cats. If we ever got another animal (because right now two kids are messy enough) it would likely be one cat.

Kitchen Needs or Wants? Always! I cook a lot so I love kitchen gadgets. I really want a ravioli cutter like this. One, so I can make ravioli, and two so I can make crustless PB&J's for the kids. I have an old (like 1950's) Kitchen Aid that i got from my grandmother. It needs cleaned though, like the engine parts. Don't know if there's like a kit for that? So something for that, or just something for the kitchen aid in general. I could use a pasta roller like this. Ooh, and a pasta drying rack! See this is why my husband doesn't let me walk into those kitchen wares stores. LOL I could really use a good potato masher like this. Only thing is I'm not a good pastry cook. Like breads and tarts and deserts I'm no good at. But I can cook the heck out of some dinner!

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear? Not really. I have enough. I get Ipsy once a month, and some Sephora every now and then. I just don't wear makeup that often. Now ... if we're going to talk facial cleansers or moisturizers? Please! Something that helps with black heads and shrinks large pores. I'm open to anything, haven't quite found that "one" thing that works. My skin is oily in the summer and dry in the winter.

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate? I, and I know this might be blasphemous to some, do not really like a lot of chocolate. Honestly, I prefer white chocolate, or (please don't hate me) Hershey Hugs.

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items? Not even a little! I love little kitchy things and cute stuff to put around the house! (Just please no breakable items - wooden stuff is good - because I have a 2 y/o.)

Would you be interested in any special little thing I might be able to pick up from the Great Lakes Bat Festival this Saturday? Both Janell Cannon (author of Stellaluna and other kids' books) and Fiona Reid (illustrator for lots of animal field guides) will be there, so would you possibly be interested in something like an autographed copy of Stellaluna or one of Cannon's or Reid's other books? Or something from the Organization for Bat Conservation, like a shirt or other swag? I like shirts (L to XL depending on fit). Kids books would be super awesome! I would love to share that with the girls.

What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles? Oh goodness. I bought a crap ton. I'd really like maybe a decant of this year's Sahmain. I don't wear it often, and I only have the one from 2009, but the scent and the idea around it gives me warm fuzzies.

What's your favorite scary movie? None. They freak me out. If I had to choose. Like, either choose or watch them all, I'd probably say 13 Ghosts. Something about the house and the concept behind it tickled my fancy. But those damn twitchy ghosts! ACK! I can't do twitchy ghosts. Hell anymore Scream seems tame.

Favorite Movie to Watch this time of year? Nightmare Before Christmas, It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown

Blu-ray or DVD? Neither. I have nothing that will play them. Not even my computers have DVD players. We are a Netflix family. We have a Roku for both our TV's. It's been awesome and liberating!

Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console? PC all the way. Mostly I play Everquest 2 and spend a ridiculous amount of DayBreak Cash making my characters look all snazzy and what not. I occasionally play Guild Wars 2, Rift, and if I'm really feeling masochistic, I'll play World of Warcraft.

Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if? Probably not. If I do, I have my witch costume that fits well over warm clothes as it's usually raining and cold, or snowing and cold on Halloween.

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles? Vera Bradly! Love her bags. I have 3 now. I adore crossbody because of the kids, makes it easier to effectively keep both hands free. I still regularly carry a diaper and some wipes, so right now my purses have to accommodate that.

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such? Oh man. Buffy was my first, followed closely by Angel. Both of those will always hold a special place in my heart. And anything Spike related would make me squee like a little school girl. Doctor Who is another. 10 is my doctor. Though 12 is proving to be quite interesting to watch. 11 grew on me until I was sobbing that he was gone. Firefly, because really, I'm a hardcore Joss Whedon fan. Dollhouse, Avengers, Much Ado About Nothing ... if he made it, or had a hand in its writing, I love it. And Firefly is so big in this house that our daughters are named after two of the characters - Kaylee (5) and Zoë (2) - and oddly enough, both are proving to resemble their namesakes. Zoë's hair is corkscrew curls and is head-strong, and Kaylee is just so sweet and loving and has a smile that will light up a room. So anything from their namesakes would mean more than the world to me (and my husband). I also have a guilty pleasure - Supernatural. <3 Castiel. He's my Angel. LOL

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update? I ordered more than I should've quite honestly. I settled on: The Unquiet Grave, The Witches Sabbath, Satan Starting from the Touch of Ithuriels Spear, A Phantasmagoria: Scene Conjuring Up an Armed Skeleton, Dead Leaves, Bourbon Vanilla, and Myrrh , Dead Leaves, Frankincense, and Copal , The Sorceress, and Second Spring. I really want to try this year's Sahmain (but only a decant - I still haven't finished a bottle of this and I got one in 2009). I also want to buy this years The White Witch. I have last year's and it's to die for! I'm half worried these will all work, and half worried they'll all fail.

Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire: is there anything you might want? Oh man. I've always wanted to go to a Ren Faire, but it's just never worked out. Either no one wanted to go. Or now that my husband and I want to go we have no one to watch the kids. I don't even know what they have, so I'd have no idea! Anything, really, would be touching.

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read? Not really into comics or graphic novels, but I would read Deadpool in a hot second. I can't wait for the movie. Something about breaking the 4th dimension just makes me excited!

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like? I uh, I might've written a lot years and years ago. Mostly in the Buffy/Angel fandom. I did a Supernatural fanfic for NaNoWriMo last year. But not really. I don't read them for fear if I do go to write something again I'll inadvertently "take notes" and make mine similar.

Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot. I have a hard time with generalizations, like if someone says "topaz". To me, a topaz is a golden brown. But some people are thinking of the blue topaz... or they can be colorless. Or red. or pink. or gray. If my Witch looks at my house decor, those are my colors. I have some artwork on my wishlist on Etsy that also is very indicative of my color preferences. But also, you can't go wrong with black.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end? I too would love to spread it out with lots of little thoughtful things (not even anything monetary - more like "thinking of you" things, cards, a link to something interesting, etc.) and then get something bigger at the end.

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline? Old Navy, Bath & Body Works, Brookstone, JCPenny, Yankee Candle (always need more Pink Sands car fresheners), and then Justice or Carters for the girls.

Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)? I just subbed to Ipsy. Got my first one this month. Honestly, I get it just for the nail polish!

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents?
Tarts. Anything burning around this house is not good (at least for a few more years). I LOVE Yankee Candle's Pink Sands.

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral?
I prefer my jewelry fairly neutral. Copper is fine, but I honestly hate having to match my jewelry with my clothes and prefer just to wear one piece that goes with everything.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?
I have a distinct lack of shelving, and what shelving I have is mostly taken up by stuff I've already bought. But cool things for the wall? Heck yes! I still have quite a bit of bare wall. Really been looking for something to go along my, rather dark, stairwell.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives? Not really. I was lucky enough to get into a circle with a fairy, so I got what I was after. Though I'm now a peach fiend and I missed ALL peaches before this years. I got White Peach Incense HG from a forum purchase and Peach VII from ebay. Both awesome. So Awesome.

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet? Cairo, Belle Vinu, not quite GC but might be able to find an imp - Josie. (Like I said, peach kick.)

For those of us with out-of-country Witchees, would you be happy with receiving a few packages from local to you merchants (say, through Etsy or equivalent)? Whatever works best for my Witch, honestly. =)

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites? I make notes for everything. Shopping lists I prefer have lines to write on. I have a drawer full of cute sticky notes and wouldn't mind more! I love love love Ink Joy pens and fine point Sharpie pens. Would love some metallic pens (fine point). I like all sorts of colored pens, and I also like having a stock of basic black pens (Ink joy or Sharpie) (not a blue pen person). Journals don't really get much use, but I hoard fun covered college ruled 1 subject notebooks. I use them like crazy when writing for NaNoWriMo. I used 3 last year, and have a 4 book series in the outline works that I'd likely hand write out.

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place? Already there was a question about Renn Faire, but Faire also has an abundance of wonderful socks! Tell me all your sock wishes! More sock answers! With winter coming up, thick wool socks, and those soft fuzzy socks would be wonderful. I also really like knee high socks for winter time. My downstairs gets super cold (especially with this recent trend of below 0 weeks in winter) and just cooking dinner can be trying with normal socks. I've never gone to Sock Dreams - but just a cursory look ... OMG ALL TEH PRETTY SOCKS!!! I would totally dig a pair of these. Or something like this for my boots.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free? I like strawberry, cherry, vanilla and watermelon flavors. Prefer no caramel, no sour, and no chocolate.

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc. Meh, not really.

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like?
Honestly, my daughters would probably steal them. =( But I wouldn't mind a cute small little thing to sit on my desk. Something Buffy, Firefly, or Supernatural theme'd.

Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL? I did not see the eclipse. I was in bed before 10pm and it was cloudy. But yes, I wouldn't mind a decant.

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)? I am 5'7'' and my arm span is ~52 1/2''.

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference? Prefer 4 elements, but really, don't feel strongly about any one.

How do you feel about bentos? Is it something you would use if you were to get one? I have no idea what these are. Like Bento boxes? Probably wouldn't use it.

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets? Already covered this above. Cowls, fingerless gloves. Earth tones.

how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com? Probably not, unless I don't have to use it right away. I wasn't going to start crafting again until the baby goes to preschool next year.

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks? Hmm. Never looked at them before. I just added some to my Etsy Wishlist

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer? Prefer ones that hang. I don't have a lot of space to sit stuff at.

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows? Umm, no thanks. Nothing strikes my fancy there.

Are you a slatherer or a dabber? Totally a slaterer. There are only about 3 scents I only need to dab. I have rather dry skin, despite putting on a bunch of lotion all the time and hydrating. I have to reapply constantly. Someone mentioned using jojoba oil, but I've not been able to find any with little to no added fragrance.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary. No tea.

Villainess is putting out brand new stuff for the first time in a while (as opposed to bringing back former lines). Sooo.... who wants it? I'd be curious in some samples. Specifically Anti-Hero

Are there any flowers you especially like? I LOVE carnations and peonies. I planted a peony bush a few years ago. I'm hoping next year is the year it blooms!

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn or fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar? Hmm, maybe a cozy to put my testing imps in on my desk? something like a little "basket" or the like

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"? Don't know what a bunting is, but ornaments or decorations ... yes. =)

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that? I would like something like that yes. I think it would be adorable and so personal and lovely.

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example.
I could use something to stand recipes on when I cook. Well, maybe more something that would hang on the wall or on a cabinet handle as I don't have much counter space. Also, I love bookmarks.

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns?
Not one for duct tape crafts, but always looking for more duct tape to tape things up with (packages, boxes, presents).

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween?
Just found Midnight Syndicate through NAVA. Very cool.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all? I used to have them when I was younger and would dig some for sure!

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .? cutesy/folksy I think.

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie? I am woefully out of the loop, but I would love both! I was talking to my husband and he was telling me a bit about it and it sounds awesome.

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy? Uh, no thanks. I kind of have this irrational fear of giving away too much personal information on my vehicle, then some weirdo walks up to my kids, mentions Mommy liking X thing and them thinking I know them and walking off with said stranger. (Now see ... THIS is what teaching kids about stranger danger in the 80's/90's leads to.) I have a few paranoia's, and this is one of them.

Do you have any phobia's that your Witch should be aware of? I have a fairly common one ... clowns. I hate, hate, hate clowns. And twitchy ghosts. And mirrors in the dark. (Thank Girl Scouts and a night in a cabin with a wall length mirror and some pre-teens doing Bloody Mary.)

Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want? NANO!!!!!!!!! I don't know if I will be participating. I have outlines and I did it last year. But swag ... yes!!! (I'm claudia6913 there too.)

Trading Post Weenies are live! Anything calling to you? So much. Weenies came at such a bad time! I'll have to wait another week or so to get anything at all. I'm definately buying Dead Leaves, White Musk, and Vanilla HG and Sahmain Linen spray. But I am going to miss getting decants (because of having to wait). I would've gotten: Dead Leaves, Red Musk, and Neroli HG, Boo HG, The Great Pumpkin of War HG, October Linen Spray, and Blood Sangria decant.

​Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails? My sister hosts Jamberry (well, she's done it once so far - and she's not one to stick to stuff like that), and I was interested. But was put off by the host helper posting to the FB page like every 10 min for 2 hours every day. It was crazy and blowing up my phone (even in the middle of the night!). But, yes, interested in Jamberry. Apple Cider is gorgeous. Monster Mash, Pumpkin Spice, Spellbound.
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Switch Witch 2015

Welcome, Wonderful Witch!



I'll update this post throughout the round with answers to the questions in the Switch Witch thread!

Pumpkin?
No pumpkin for me please! I don't like actual pumpkin, pumpkin pie, pumpkin spice, PSL.. I don't like pumpkin scents or pumpkin flavor (real or artificial). I don't really like orange for decorating, even for Halloween, but I do like pumpkin shaped decor if it's in metallic or neutral colors or made of natural looking materials like wood or fabric. Pumpkin shaped edibles are also great!

Booze?
Probably not a good idea for International mailing or customs.. Which is fine because I'm not a big drinker anyway. I enjoy the occasional glass of wine or a light, fruity beer but that's it.

Yellowstone?
I don't collect any souvenirs but HUCKLEBERRY, always yes. I have very fond memories of huckleberry picking (and eating) as a child. Would love jam, syrup, preserves, BPAL/BPTP. Just know that if there are any huckleberry things in the Weenies that I will have bought it instantly for myself.

For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all?
I drink occasionally, but not enough to keep much on hand. I still have beers that I bought myself a month ago.. Friends usually bring their own favorite drinks when they come over, and we have enough that people have given us to last us a long time.

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful?
Never heard of it. I mostly just watch Netflix or shows that get recommended to me.

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try?
Coffee isn’t for me – I can't really do caffeine.. it just makes me jittery and emotionally unstable. So no black teas, green teas, white teas, etc. I do drink herbal teas and rooibos teas, which are both caffeine free. I’m into peppermint and chamomile. Not a huge fan of licorice or cinnamon. I definitely love trying new kinds though.. if you have local teas that you love, please send them along!! Loose or bagged is great. Hot cocoa is delicious, but I don’t do cider. I mentioned this in my questionnaire but please also make sure there are no artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners, etc. – thank you! I’ve got all the gadgets I need. I don’t like DAVIDsTEA – most of them have artificial flavors. I haven’t tried many brands other than the big ones, so whatever small, local ones you come across would be so awesome!

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians?
Sarcastic, dry, ironic, self-deprecating, witty. Love puns, love play on words even more. Moderately dirty. I LOVE George Carlin, Amy Poehler, Chelsea Peretti, and Iliza Schlesinger.

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc)
Yes! Love board games. I recently got Codenames which is a new one this year that I HIGHLY recommend to everyone. It’s perfect for all levels of gamer (even people who say they hate board games) and really fun with larger groups – everyone that I’ve played it with loved it. Just ordered both editions of Exploding Kittens so I'm good on that front. We also have Three Cheers for Master and all of the editions of Hive. Munckins is a big hit around here too. We have the original (with expansions 4-5 but we could use 2, 3, 6, 7, 8) and we also have Munchkin Quest (and Munchkin Quest 2), and Munchkin Zombies (we have all of the expansions). I've never played Cards Against Humanity but I'd be up for trying it! We don’t really have the patience for those epic games that take a lot of time to set up, teach, and play. That being said, if you think you might know something I'd love, give it a shot! I'll always try new things out. I also LOVE puzzles. I’ve done a few of the Eurographics ones recently and I love those because they have non-typical piece shapes. Ones I already have: The Kiss (Der Kuss) by Gustav Klimt, Sunset on the Pacific Coast, and Canoes on the Lake (I like their landscape photographs). The top one on my wishlist is the Eurographics version of Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I, 1907 by Gustav Klimt (I had so much fun putting together the other one of his that I have!) and after that probably their Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh.

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive?
Anything with artificial fragrance/flavor/color/sweeteners, skincare, cosmetics, nail polish, bath & body & hair things (other than BPTP stuff, that's always welcome). I probably wouldn't get much use out of any of those things. Thanks for understanding!

Plain or fun socks?
Either! I like soft, comfy ones for lounging around. Just no toe socks please.

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about?
Pretty much ANYTHING! I love to hear about what other people are into. Surprise me!

What one thing you would like to do more of?
Travel probably!

What are some things that fascinate you?
Science, humanity, psychology, social media, nature. It doesn't take much to fascinate me..

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)?
Never tried it. I'm not sure that it would be my thing, but I would definitely give it a shot.. as long as it was just basic whole food ingredients.

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way?
I don't have any particular pieces I like but I do love art that is more of a social commentary and has some aspect of irony or paradox - think Banksy's graffiti, or movies like Fight Club, TV shows like Black Mirror, etc. I like dystopian and fantasy/sci-fi because it takes me to the edge of certain features of humanity in a really interesting way.

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?)
Hmm.. nothing from the BPAL Liliths - none of them really spoke to me. From BPTP I have a couple I like.. but I'm pretty sure I'll just add a bottle or two to my Weenie order. I would not say no to backups of The Worst Pillow though!

Do you want to receive knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive?
Would love either! I am absolutely OBSESSED with these Outlander inspired fingerless gloves that Claire wears in the show (I am also obsessed with the show itself - can't wait for the next season). I could use some boot cuffs! I prefer infinity scarves or cowls to regular scarves. Hats are tricky, but the newsboy style seems to work best on me. I think I have a few things on my Etsy favorites. I mostly wear neutral colors so grey is ideal, but I also like navy and muted, dusty blues and purples. I tend to like solid colors rather than multicolored pieces. Up for anything else at your discretion, whatever you think I might like.

Would you like anything from Lush?
No, thank you! Lush is not for me at all.

I have really sensitive skin so I don't use much of anything in the bath. I do sometimes use BPTP bath oil on my skin after I get out. Also if you have a brand that you like, I'd love any salts, fizzy things, melts.. as long as there are no artificial fragrances (fragrance, parfum on the label), dyes, or irritating ingredients. Basically if you can read and understand the ingredients without a chemistry degree, I can probably use it!

Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought?
Either! I'll be so happy with anything. I also have been trying to support smaller, independent companies who use really great natural ingredients, so if there are any local brands you like I'd be happy to try them out!

SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you?
Probably 6-7. I like heat but not so much that my taste buds burn off.

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"?
I don't really have one.. I like variety and much prefer trying new things. Links to my favorites, the bottles I have, and every scent I've tried are in my signature!

Analog or Digital? Or Both?
Mostly analog, but digital is good too. I don't have an e-reader but I have a smartphone that I sometimes use to read on my commute.

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....?
I've had my hands (and drawers) full with just BPAL/BPTP so I'm good on other companies! I tend to stick to one brand for most things because I like having uniformity and it keeps shopping simple.

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals?
Pandas, mostly the cute cartoon ones!

Kitchen Needs or Wants: Do you need (or want) anything for your kitchen, either in the way of simple gadgets, supplies you always run out of, or never remember to get, kitchen decor (functional or purely decorative), or dry goods like special spices or spice blends?
We have a small kitchen and I like to keep things simple so I'll say no on the gadgets. We have most of the typical North American/European spices but if there are some interesting local or other international blends you love, I'd be happy to try anything!

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear?
I do wear and love makeup, but since I have sensitive skin I'm pretty picky about brands. My favorites are Red Apple Lipstick and Alima Pure. I do have some Bite Beauty things and some stuff from Shiro. Loose minerals with basic ingredients are usually okay. As always, if you have any indies or local things that you think I might like, send away! I usually wear very neutral colors like taupes, greys, and muted purples on the eyes and dusty mauves, plums, and roses on my lips and cheeks.

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate?
I LOVE chocolate. Pretty much any kind.. milk, white (probably my favorite), dark. I love it all. I'll try almost any flavor, filling, mix. Except banana, I really don't like banana flavored things. Also please no artificial flavors/colors (and please no "sugar free" chocolates with artificial sweeteners - they upset my stomach..).

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items?
We're not huge on decorating with Halloween stuff and I'm not a fan of the mass produced disposable knick knack thing.. but Halloween themed consumables or wrapping, sure! And I'm always up for handmade things from small local businesses or if you're crafty and want to make something go for it!

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such?
Well.. Veronica Mars obviously, Sherlock (BBC - my SO is very jealous of the Cumberbatch, and rightly so..), Mad Men (specifically Joan.. I love her style and that pen necklace that she wears is adorable), Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter. I probably lean more towards wearables and functional things for swag: T-shirts (probably a size large), keychains, mugs, accessories, etc. or anything else you see that's awesome - I like minimalist art too and I love the really witty, sarcastic quotes.

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update?
Ordered Second Spring and Dead Leaves, Bourbon Vanilla, and Myrrh. I think that's it for me for the BPAL update but I'm patiently waiting for BPTP goodies so I can order my Liliths. I'm open to trying anything you think I might like though if you have decants you want to pass on.

The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!)
I've never been to a Renaissance Faire and have no idea what wares might be sold at such things. Use your best judgement, dear Witch. I don't like huge amounts of clutter but I have a couple boxes for little treasures if there's something that catches your eye! Consumables are always great too.

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read?
Not much of a comic reader.

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like?
I've never sought it out myself but I'd definitely be open to reading anything if my Witch likes to write!

Where do you have wishlists at? If you could please link to them or to a post that links to them. (Amazon, Etsy, Think Geek, Pinterest, Sephora, Lush, BPAL/BPTP, Soap Box Company, everywhere and anywhere!)
All of my wishlists are in my signature, on the blog, or in the spreadsheet. And they're all up to date!

Let's say you have indicated interest in receiving a hand knitted item. What colors, exactly, do you like? If you could provide color swatches here or to pinterest (or something visual), that would help out a lot.
I'm into greys, black, navy, or muted jewel tones like a dusty mauve kind of color. Think neutrals. I like either solid colors or only 2-3 colors. Not super into the multicolor thing. I do like the different details and more complicated knitted patterns but nothing super frilly and no tassles or fringe.

Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end?
I'll leave this up to my Witch's discretion!

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?)
We got a ton of Ikea stuff when we moved recently so I'm set on this! I do love things from small, independent companies, especially ones that aren't local.

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline?
I usually head to Banana Republic - I get all of my work clothes from there and I'm new to the office environment so I'm still building my work wardrobe. Other than for clothing, I mostly shop online now.

I also have a question: Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)?
I don't. I haven't found one I'd like and I'm usually pretty picky with skincare/makeup/haircare/bath & body because I have sensitive skin.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents?
I'm not huge into tarts or candles - B&BW scents and those types of fragrance heavy brands always give me a headache. We usually burn unscented tea lights in an oil warmer but I have lots of those stocked up. I'm hoping that someday the Post will do tealights.. I'd be all over that! Incense I do like and prefer natural scents (essential oils). I like warm scents like sandalwood, vanilla, amber. Open to other types too though!

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives?
Nope, I got most of the ones I was really interested in but I'm always up for trying decants of anything.

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet?
I've tried most of the ones I was really curious about, but there are a few that I'd just like to test and see what they smell like - those are on my wishlist. Especially curious about a couple of unimpables though: Iole, Sachs, and The Last Unicorn in particular. Even a tiny bit of those would be awesome.

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral?
Any metallic jewelry is great. Colors I tend to keep it neutral. I love the minimalist geometric metallic trend that's going on right now.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?
We're pretty set on decorations, but if you see something you think I'd like I can always bring it to the office.

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites?
I'm fine for most office supplies. I do love a specific type of pen that I can never find in stores. I love the fine tip of the .03mm ones and I have black, red, and blue but more colors are always welcome!

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place?
I don't have anything specific in mind but in general anything soft and comfy I like to lounge in at home. No toe socks though.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free?
Pretty much anything goes! I like gummies, caramel, chocolate, sour in moderation.. Definitely no sugar free though.. the artificial sweeteners they put in those taste awful to me. And no licorice. Other than that, surprise me!

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc.
Not for me.

Are you interested in receiving any restaurant.com gift certificates for your area?
Nowhere in my area participates.

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like?
Not particularly looking for anything like that, but if something jumps out at you go for it!

Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL?
Yes! We had a great view from our apartment. They always make me feel so small and insignificant (which I love!) so I try to make sure I can see them. I don't put much more weight into it than that though. Definitely interested in trying the Blood Moon Eclipse scent.

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)?
5'7" and not sure about my arm span but I think it's average for my height. I mostly like my arms covered, so if it's a little longer that's totally fine.

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference?
Not a strong connection to either, but I do identify with my Aquarius tendencies so probably water.

How do you feel about bentos? Is it something you would use if you were to get one?
I like the idea but I wouldn't use one - I have some glass ones I really love by LifeFactory so I'm set on food containers.

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets?
Probably cowls and fingerless gloves. I have a couple things in my Etsy wishlist, particularly the Outlander style ones because they intersect with one of my fandoms!

How do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com?
I generally prefer to take classes in person!

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks?
I'll pass on this one.

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer?
We don't have a ton of space so smaller pieces like postcards would be great!

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows?
I'd be up for trying them!

Hats for cats?
We don't have pets.

Are you a slatherer or a dabber?
Dabber most of the time, but occasionally at home I'll slather.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary.
I think I covered all of this in previous tea questions, but just in case I didn't: No caffeine please and no artificial flavors or sweeteners. I also don't like licorice. Rooibos and herbals are more my thing - I like chamomile, peppermint, and nutty/vanilla teas. Chai is nice too. Other than that pretty much anything goes - always up for trying new things! Loose or bagged is fine. I have all of the accessories I need. Indies or local to you is always appreciated. If you have any other questions feel free to ask me!

Is there anything from ThinkGeek that you want??? (especially in the geek points section, 2400 points or under?)
Nothing I see for me but my man would love this Death Star ice mold: http://www.thinkgeek.com/f0b6

Villainess
Nothing I can see that I want.

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns?
I think they're neat but I probably wouldn't have a use for any of them myself.

Are there any flowers you especially like?
Lilies mostly (if the profile picture didn't give it away).

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar.
I think I've got everything I need like that.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"?
I'm probably okay on those.

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example.
Bookmarks are always welcome, otherwise I'm all set!

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that?
Sure!

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween?
I have Spotify so I'm fine for music.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all?
I think I have enough of those.

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .?
I don't really have a Halloween style. Definitely not grotesque though.

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it?
No, thank you! I don't really have anything to play games on right now.

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie?
I can't stand Matt Damon.. I got about an hour and a half into Interstellar before I realized he was in it and by then it was too late.. SO, this is how I feel about The Martian:


But I would read the book! If I could manage not to picture Matt Damon's face.

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss.
Yes!

Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want?
I've always been in university during that but this is the first year that I think I'll join! I'm okay for swag though.

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy?
No car, so I'm good.

Do you have any phobia's that your Witch should be aware of?
Don't send me a live spider, other than that I think I can handle it!

Trading Post Weenies are live! Anything calling to you?
I just ordered Dead Leaves, Red Musk and Neroli Hair Gloss and Dead Leaves, White Musk and Vanilla Hair Gloss (I really hope I like the dead leaves note this year.. I got the Dead Leaves, Bourbon Vanilla and Myrrh perfume from BPAL too). I think I'm good otherwise. Decants of Boo HG or October Atmo would be lovely though.

Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails?
No thanks, I don't wear anything on my nails.

Do you like or want to try Marmite?
Probably not.

Used nail polish & cosmetics?
I don't wear nail polish and I have a select few cosmetic brands that I can use so I'll pass on this!

Are there any DISCONTINUED (not LE) BPAL oils that you wish you had, or had a little more of?
I'd like to try Jester if you have a small amount - for the huckleberry! Nothing else I can really think of, except maybe Antique Lace.

Is there anything fairly basic that you're always running out of and need to buy more of?
Not really!

Anything interest you from the recent Blooddrop update?
I'm okay, thanks! I like to limit the brands I follow to keep things easy/affordable(ish) for myself.

How to you feel about foreign spices/flavorings?
YES please, love them. Probably just spices since I can't have artificial flavors, sweeteners, or colors.

Dearest Witchee, can I get you anything from Shiro Cosmetics? I'm going to place an order soon and perhaps you are interested in some of their goodies? https://shirocosmetics.com (https://shirocosmetics.com)
I had a quick peek and I think I have everything I want from Shiro!
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Switch Witch 2015 Help

Okay, so wishlists: My BPAL wishlist is linked in my signature like this blog is, so if you got here, you can probably get there too
Amazon *EDIT* Okay, so since my Amazon wishlist was so unwieldy, I've now moved the non-book items to another Amazon wishlist, here you go.
Sock Dreams
If I make any more I'll put them here
Pumpkin? Generally I think pumpkin is just okay, but I have had good pumpkin bread in the past, and do like these treats, for example. Toiletries sound fine, decor might be okay in limited doses. Pumpkin perfume usually isn't my thing, I think I liked plain old Jack from BPAL the one time I tried it, but haven't liked any other pumpkin scents I've tried so far.   Yellowstone stuff: Sure, any of the usual touristy stuff would be okay, I guess. Huckleberries sound nice too.   Penny Dreadful: I know it's a TV show, but that's about it. I'm not much for modern scripted television.   Tea/Coffee: I definitely covered tea in my initial questionnaire, but it looks like I didn't say much about coffee. I do drink coffee (bags not the little cups... as for whole-bean or ground, either one is fine since we have a coffee grinder), but my husband is the big coffee-drinker in the house (as in, I drink one or two cups in a week, he drinks at least twice that much a day), so if you buy that for me it will mostly go to him. Not a bad thing, just saying. The only flavored coffees we are really into are coconut and cinnamon, in case you were wondering that.   Sense of humor: I don't really like comedians or funny movies or anything like that for the most part. I do have the "The Kids in the Hall" boxed set and I enjoy watching the episodes, so I guess I must like that at least. I guess I myself am pretty dry/sarcastic humor-wise, but who knows.   Board Games: I mention Perquackey every time this question comes up, so yep, that's one I like/want (I definitely don't need the newest version or anything, used would be just fine). I'm also sortof into Trivial Pursuit and wouldn't mind having the newest version, or the old music expansion pack (the music one shows up at thrift stores for like $2 pretty often it seems).   Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive? I mentioned some things along those lines in my initial questionnaire... the only other things I can think of right now are still-in-shell pumpkin seeds/sunflower seeds. If I think of more, I'll update in my blog.   Plain or fun socks? Both! I linked my SockDreams wishlist in my blog, so check it out for more info.   Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about? For the most part I think that I go ahead and learn about the things I want to know about. I guess I'm sort of interested in family tree/family history stuff and have only explored that in a cursory way so far.   What one thing would you like to do more of? I know I mentioned this in my questionnaire, but it's yoga. I did yoga regularly from 2008-2012, but have only gone to a few classes and done a few youtube videos since then. I'd love to have a regular practice again and am hoping that I will soon. I need to do a few videos at home before trying to go to actual classes again though... right now even downward dog for more than a few seconds would seem challenging to me, I think.   Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? my answer would be "sure"... especially as you're likely to have access to different brands of it than I do   Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? There are so many that I could probably go on listing forever, honestly. I go to museums pretty often and there is almost always something that strikes me. The Rothko Chapel is an "oldie but a goodie" in that regard, though. His stuff in general has so much more of a presence in person than it does on a computer screen or even in a print.   What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?) I joined a decant circle for a few things. If you end up having/getting an extra decant of Little Lady Macbeth though I wouldn't mind trying it.   Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive? Something wearable would be cool, specifically socks, fingerless gloves/armwarmers, or possibly a scarf. Grey might be your best bet color-wise, but if that isn't really in the cards, I guess refer to the info in my original questionnaire about color preferences.   Would you like anything from Lush? I could use some shower gel -- the new "Beautiful" one, or the "Lord of Misrule" one that's out for Halloween, or the old mainstays of Olive Branch and Happy Hippy
I'd also be happy with basically any bubble bar you think I'd like
I'm not as much into bath bombs, but I'd like to try the Lord of Misrule one anyway, and possibly Sex Bomb or Twilight
Haltija -- I couldn't have put it better.   What is your BPAL "Holy Grail?" I had a little bit of a hard time with this one because in general I eventually find the stuff I'm looking for. But I finally thought of a few things that might fit the bill: I was initially too hipster-y to try The Laughter of Loki but am now regretting it. Even a partial decant would be cool just so I'd know what it was like.
Then there's Shortbread Snowflakes. As far as I know, the perfume version was only available in imp form. Well, I had an imp and I loved the scent... but then somehow it ended up going through the laundry. I was left with an empty imp and some very nice-smelling laundry. So it would be great if that could be replaced!
Then there is sort of a third tier of stuff that's currently hard to find but might not be that way forever... because it includes Carnaval scents. I'd love to have some more Temple Viper and King Cobra, because all I have are decants. And my husband has been pining for more Hand of Glory for awhile (yes, I know this swap is supposed to be stuff for me only, but I would feel weird not mentioning that when discussing other Carnaval desires).
SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you? I order my Indian food medium-spicy, and eat Mexican food including salsa and such on a regular basis, so I guess I'm somewhere in the middle. I'm not really into "spicy for the sake of spicy" type stuff though.   Analog or Digital? Or Both? Both I guess, but honestly I really lean analog.   Do you have an affinity for any specific animals? cats of course, foxes (like just about everyone else, right?) bees, deer, hedgehogs, red pandas I guess   Kitchen Needs or Wants: Do you need (or want) anything for your kitchen, either in the way of simple gadgets, supplies you always run out of, or never remember to get, kitchen decor (functional or purely decorative), or dry goods like special spices or spice blends? Well, I have some apple corers and an apple peeler on my Amazon wishlist right now. I think I might also like some espresso powder to use for baking. I will add to this in my blog if I think of additional things... I probably will. *EDIT* Yep, I need a candy thermometer too... and if you can get soba noodles for relatively cheap, that might be cool (in my town they are only at the very overpriced natural food store).   Makeup? I don't wear makeup often so don't need much, if any. For example, if you find one or two very cool eyeshadows in a user-friendly format (so not a tiny baggie of loose pigment, though a little jar would work okay for that), that would be fine... but if I got some kind of blush/lipstick/whateverelse combination set, or a bunch of makeup in general, I just wouldn't use it.   Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items? A ton, not so much. A couple of things, sure! Other folks (sensibly) seem to be using this to describe their taste in Halloween items, so I'll see if I can dig something up about that from a past blog entry... here we go: "I like halloween decorations that depict cats or candy corn, and also like purple or black glittery stuff (I've seen glittery foam skulls or spiders, for example)."   "Special little thing" from the Great Lakes Bat Festival? Out of what was linked to, I thought the tote bag was pretty cute.   What's your favorite scary movie? Or movies, either way. If you don't like horror, what are your favorite movies to watch this time of year? Whenever I am in one of these swaps, I always conclude that I am the least movie-ish person around, at least when it comes to owning movies at home and watching them more than once. I like to see movies in the theatre, and if I really like a movie I might want to introduce a friend to it years later or something, but otherwise I'm really not even into re-watching movies. Sorry I am such a freak!   As for the question about Weenies, usually what I do is figure out a "first tier" of stuff that's likely to work, and get decants (or bottles, I guess) of those, then list the second tier (of stuff that I'm curious about but less sure as to whether it will work on me) for Switch Witch possibilities. So here is that second tier, decants would be great (*EDIT* the things I have already ordered are decants of Second Spring, Dead Leaves Honey & Oudh, Apple III, Depart Pour le Sabbat, Magic Circle, and La Femme de Satan... and a bottle of The Sorceress): The Unquiet Grave
Dead Leaves, Bourbon Vanilla, & Myrrh
Dead Leaves, Frankincense, & Copal
Dead Leaves, Red Musk, & Neroli
A Witch Riding on a Dragon
The Witch & the Mandrake
Satan Summoning his Legions
Blu-ray or DVD? Our player does both I guess. But I think I have already said that I don't really want anything in the way of movies/DVDs unless there is something on my Amazon wishlist.     Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console? I don't play those sorts of games at all.   Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for it? Hmm... my husband and I are actually both free on Halloween this year, so might go out, but I doubt we will be wearing costumes. I will update in my blog if this changes.   Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles? I'm ridiculously picky about purses, so I'd rather pick those out for myself. I wouldn't mind some new tote bags though, either the smaller canvas ones that have a cool picture or saying on them, or larger grocery totes (not too fussed about stylishness when it comes to the grocery version).   What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such? Not really "fannish," sorry!   Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire: is there anything you might want? I go to one (actually two) near where I live at least once a year usually, and the things I generally get for myself are soap and earrings. So I'm sure the one you go to probably has nice soap and earrings as well... that might be a good place to start? But if you see something else you think I'd like (hmm... maybe stick incense? that's another thought), that'd be fine too.   Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read? Not really. Even the ones I do like are not things I should probably get as gifts (for example, I've liked Tank Girl since 7th or 8th grade, but have never even looked at the collection of it that my husband got me for Christmas 2 years ago.     Where do you have wishlists at? If you could please link to them or to a post that links to them. I did that in my blog already but I am one of those weirdos that does not have a public etsy one. I will try to pick out some selections from my etsy favorites and link to them in my blog soon though.   Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like? Not my thing, but thanks.   Would you rather receive a bunch of little packages through the round, a couple of medium packages, or one big package at the end? Honestly, what I'd like best is one or two little things during the round, then a larger box at the end. But if that's not your style or isn't practical, that's fine, just do whatever works for you. I will be happy regardless! Small   Can we update our BPAL wishlists, or put a quick note in them stating if they are up to date or not. I'm going on the assumption anything that hasn't been updated in the last month or so is out of date. I am not sure when mine was last updated, but it is basically current. I don't update mine constantly because I no longer have many GCs on it, and there's no way I am going to get that many past LEs/Discontinueds any time soon (especially since so much great new stuff keeps coming out). Dear Witch, if you need me to narrow it down or something, please ask!     If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline? I guess J Crew and Williams Sonoma. If I think of something else I will update in my blog.   I also have a question: Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)? No, and I'm not really interested in the ones listed. There used to be one called Oishiibox that was for Japanese snacks that I was interested in, but it seems to now be defunct. However, there are other Japanese snackbox subscriptions available, I just haven't looked into them much.   Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?) My husband and I used to exclusively use Ikea napkins. So if you'd like to get me some of those for old times' sake, go ahead. The square ones with prints or pictures on them, not the rectangular or plain ones.   Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents? I do not use tarts. I do like candles and incense. For candles, I like everything from fresh herbal-smelling to cozy fireplace to vanilla cupcake type stuff... the only stuff I don't really like would be I guess super-seaside-y or generic holiday spice types. I only use stick incense and my favorite brand by far is Devonshire. I usually just get the general sampler, but might also be interested in the "Cathedral" one.   Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet? I would really like to try The Cat from the Coraline series.
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Switch Witch Fall '17

Hello dear Witch! Thank you for stalking me!

Hopefully my questionnaire was useful; this post will be updated throughout the round with additional info relating to the chatter in the Switch Witch thread. (Sorry for the wordy answers -- just trying to give you as much info as possible!)

Instagram
Twitter
Goodreads (only shows books I've already read)
Amazon Wish List (For books I haven't read and don't own, but would like to. Kindle editions or physical copies are both OK! And used books are completely fine.)
BPAL Wish List
Favorite and least favorite notes
Etsy Favorites (just to give you an idea of things I like!)

My general aesthetic is kind of... I don't know, think Wednesday Addams meets the Cheshire Cat meets the Renaissance Faire, with a hint of pirate and a light flourish of goth, and there you go, that's me!

Random stuff I like:
-Harry Potter (I'm a Slytherin!)
-Nautical imagery (anchors, octopus/squid, ship's wheels, ship being taken down by a kraken, the fearsome briny depths, etc.)
-Favorite color is purple (jewel-tone, like the color of an amethyst); second favorite color is forest green
-Favorite animal is CATS (especially lions, as I work with them, but I love all cats of all sizes!)
-Shakespeare (Hamlet is my favorite, Twelfth Night comes in second)


SW Thread Q & A:
**updated 10/1**

1. Halloween TeeTurtle tees:
These are really cute but I don't think I'd wear one.

2. Scooby Doo:
Not my thing.

3. Indie makeup:
Yes!!! I've tried a few loose eyeshadows from Aromaleigh and Baroque Cosmetics and I love them. I don't have much experience with other indie brands but would love to try some. Eyeshadow, blush, highlighter, nail polish, and lip stuff would get the most use (I'm all set with eyeliner, as the Urban Decay 24/7 pencils are my holy grail and I have a ton of them). I've actually been searching for a new shimmery highlighter. I will find a use for any color eyeshadow, seriously. Matte is okay but shimmer, iridescence, and/or color shift are even better. Glitter is okay if it's not too intense.

4. Crio Bru:
That looks delicious!

5. 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?
I'm all set with BPAL storage, but if you want to make me a box for storing other things, that would be lovely! 20-bottle or 50-bottle size would both be good, even if I wouldn't be using it for bottles.

6. 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 so much, unless there's something in particular that you want to recommend.

7. What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year?
I've been getting really into craft mixology (and yes I'm aware of how extremely hipster that sounds, and it kills me, but what can I do? I love a good drink). Things like shrubs, syrups, bitters, mists, recipes, bar tools, craft-distilled spirits... basically anything I can use to make a pretentious cocktail. Gin and rum are my poisons of choice.
Also this year I tried my hand at bullet journaling, but I didn't stick with it and I wish I had. Mine was just a simple ruled Moleskine journal, and after keeping it for a few months I had to admit I really wished I'd gone for the dotted pages (like the Leuchtturm 1917), because those would have been a lot easier for me to grid out. So I'd like to try that again, along with hand-lettering because it makes everything look so pretty.

8. Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update?
I've never tried Moonalisa but would happily use the shower gel, sugar scrub, hair conditioner, or body creams. Scents that look good are Carnival Cakes, Coconut Butter Pecan, Little Red Riding Hood, and Pumpkin Waffles & Pecan Praline... actually a lot of them look good but those foody ones would make nice bath & body scents! Oooohh, or the lip butter in Maple Sugar or Dark Rum & Ginger.
Also now is probably a good time to mention that I pretty much stick to BPAL for my perfume oils. I'm always happy to try new companies for other products, but for oils I'm a pretty strict BPAL loyalist.

9. What are your coffee and/or tea preferences?
I drink both, but I especially love coffee. Coffee preferences: whole beans, no added flavors please. I tend to prefer dark roasts, and Central/South American beans. I like my coffee to be strong but smooth with just a little sweetness. If you have a local coffee roaster you love, I'd love to try it! Tea preferences: black tea, loose leaf. Earl Grey, Earl Grey Cream, and Masala Chai are favorites. Flavors and herbals are okay, I just don't care for rooibos, green teas, licorice, mint, or anything floral. In terms of gadgets, I currently don't have a way to brew loose-leaf tea at work, so a portable loose-leaf brewing apparatus would be nice (like one of those infuser travel mugs, or even just a silicone tea ball that I can throw in my lunch bag without worrying about it breaking or clanking around like the metal ones).

10. Do you enjoy stationery?
I'm not a connoisseur or anything, but sure. Nice paper for writing letters might be nice -- nothing too flowery, though. Washi tape, stickers, pens, etc. are all good -- I mentioned in a different answer that I want to start bullet journaling again, so anything for that would be nice. As far as notebooks/journals go, honestly I don't need any more, except for a dot-gridded one that I could use as a bullet journal... but I am up to my ears in blank ruled journals already.

11. Cocoa Pink and Haus of Gloi:
Cocoa Pink, no. I've tried their conditioner and didn't love it.
Haus of Gloi, maybe. Love their pumpkin butter's texture but I've sampled most of the GC and have never been impressed with their scents. Ghost Puffs is probably the only one I'd want to try (in pumpkin butter form) from their fall list.

12. Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath?
Those are really cool but I don't decorate for Halloween, so no thanks.

13. Lush Halloween stuff:
I love Lush... like... too much. Honestly though, nothing in the Halloween collection is calling my name. I'm not a fan of most of those scents, and as cute as they are, I wouldn't use bath bombs or bubble bars. Some Lush standards that I do like are D'Fluff, the new Just to Clarify or 1000 Millihelens jelly masks, Brazilliant shampoo bar, Yuzu & Cocoa shower cream, Scrubee, Shades of Earl Grey or Soft Coeur massage bars... ugh I could go on but I'll spare you!!

14. Future Primitive:
OMG YES. My last wonderful Witch, Dallandra, sent me their whipped soap and conditioning hair rinse in Blackcurrant Damson Frangipane, and I LOVED them -- especially the hair rinse. Since then I've come very close to ordering more hair rinse on several occasions, but never have because of the high shipping cost. I always look at the Dark Carnival scent, and from the fall list, Toffee Moon Face sounds amazing.

15. Are there any UK things you'd like to get?
Besides Future Primitive, there's nothing specific I can think of. But regardless of where my Witch is from, I'm always happy to try things that are local to them!

16. Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them?
Favorites: The Alton Browncast, Awesome Etiquette, Spirits, Gilmore Guys, and The Baby-Sitters Club Club (two grown men dissecting the Baby-Sitters Club books for conspiracies and sinister hidden meanings... I can't explain it, it's hilarious). I don't want any merch from any of those, though. But I'm happy to take any podcast recommendations!

17. Nui Cobalt Designs:
Never heard of this shop -- if you think I'll like something from there, I trust you!

18. Sihaya & Co.:
Never heard of this one either, but I love a good candle, and these look really nice! Scents: Hocus Pocus, Port Royal, and Nassau all look amazing (love that there are pirate candles!).

19. ILNP:
Nail polish is always good -- I've never tried ILNP but have wanted to for a long time. Holos, glitter, and color shifts are all right up my alley. As for colors, I feel like if I started listing ones I like, I could go on for pages -- so I'll just say that I'd particularly like any sort of purple, gray, or blue (especially combos of any of those), or any interesting black. It's probably easier to list the colors I DON'T like -- those would be yellows, bright oranges, and anything neon.

20. Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet?
As I rambled about in an earlier question, bullet journaling in an elusive dot-gridded journal, along with hand-lettering.

21. 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, spells & such aren't my thing.

22. Do you like poetry?
I don't dislike poetry, but I don't go out of my way to read it.

23. Handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints:
Handmade critters or stuffed animals could be cute.

24. Yarn:
No thanks, I wouldn't use it.

25. Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity?
That's such a nice gesture! I mentioned a few of my favorites in my questionnaire.

26. Wishes from the last 2 updates:
Oh man, I don't even know. I've been avoiding looking too hard at the updates to make sure I save money for Weenies.

27. Stuff from Japan:
Anything you want to send that represents where you're from, I'd love to receive! From Japan specifically, unusual Kit-Kat flavors would be cool.

28. Nail wraps:
Never used them before but I would try them!

29. If you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like?
Long (forearm length) fingerless gloves/arm warmers, regular-length gloves with or without fingers, a beanie-type hat (no flaps, pom poms or tassels, please), or thick socks to wear around the house at night. Colors: for the socks, any colors! For the rest, amethyst purple, black, or charcoal gray, or some combination of those.

30. If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why?
Luna Lovegood, because she's eccentric and clever and calm and doesn't care what anyone thinks of her, and she has a knack for dealing with magical creatures.

31. If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why?
I'm fascinated by the English Renaissance and Colonial/Revolutionary America, but I don't know that I'd want to travel to either of those times because, you know, dubious living conditions and constant danger and even worse societal conditions for women. But if I could visit with a free pass for safety, I'd pick one of those.

32. If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would you invite?
I honestly can't think of 3 famous people who I'd want to hang out with AND who would be likely to appreciate BPAL... so I'll just go with the 3 famous (using that word lightly) people I'd most like to meet right now: Lucas Steele, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Dave Malloy.

33. Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts?
Everything is gorgeous but I'm not seeing anything in particular that calls to me.

34. Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch?
Sure! A scarf or some kind of bag would be cool... maybe a tote bag, or a smaller makeup bag, or a laptop case to fit a 13" computer? Clothes would be cool but I'd be nervous to have you work so hard on something without knowing for sure if it would fit.

35. Costuming accessories:
No thanks.

36. What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from?
To be honest, I'm not too much of a Halloween celebrator... don't dress up, don't decorate... so anything along those lines would probably be wasted on me. If something is less specifically Halloween and more general fall-time spookiness that could be appreciated year round (by, uh, a spooky person), that's much more my thing. Ravens, crows, black cats, bats, and leafless trees are all cool. I also collect (ethically sourced) animal bones, and I have a weird love for very old cemeteries. As for things to stay away from, that would be zombies, vampires, and anything gory or involving human body parts (severed hands, eyeballs, stuff like that).

37. Candy:
Yep! Flavor preferences are in my questionnaire. I will be honest here and say that I probably don't need the classic "Halloween candy" type... like, it's hard enough for me to resist picking up a giant bag of Kit-Kats or Mini Twix every time I go to Target as it is, so I definitely don't need any more sent to me in the mail! BUT, if it's something a little more unusual or local/regional, that's cool. And yes I like chocolate (milk better than dark, but dark is OK especially if it's mixed/filled with something else).

38. 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?
Fidget spinners and desk toys are a no for me.

39. Zentangle:
I had to Google this, but WOW. I love this! Would like to learn how to do it AND would like it if you decided to make me something like this.

40. Hair clips/mini hats/ribbons/etc.:
No thanks.

41. What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy?
All good. I love trying regional foods from other places. Also coffee -- one of my favorite things to do when I travel is try local coffee shops/roasters. (Also distilleries, but gin is much more expensive than coffee and much harder to ship, alas!)

42. Subscription services:
Probably not any makeup-related ones, but if there's something else you think I'd appreciate, I'd be willing to try it.

43. How do you like to listen to music?
Lately I've been using Spotify exclusively. The only place where I can still listen to CDs is in my car, so I think I need to finally accept that I'm living a post-CD life.

44. Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like?
If I had to choose I'd pick a physical book, but I also really love my Kindle, so either is fine. Book preferences are pretty well addressed in my questionnaire.

45. 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?
Candles, yes. Usually I go for the Bath & Body Works ones (Marshmallow Fireside and Pumpkin Pecan Waffles are my two favorite fall scents from them, but any non-cinnamony pumpkin one would also work)... and I'll happily try other brands. Yankee Candle is okay but PLEASE no Witches' Brew, I know that scent is well beloved but I can't stand it. Wax tarts, I do have a diffuser but I rarely use it. Incense, I don't have a way to burn it and also my roommate dislikes it, so better skip it. Halloween candle holders, I wouldn't use them unless they were less Halloween Specific and more Generally Spooky.

46. Are you a gamer?
No, not at all.

47. Beer?
I like it occasionally, but it's not my favorite thing to drink. Dunkel, Helles, and Belgian Whites are usually what I go for, and occasionally a Stout or Porter.

48. Booze?
Yep! Gin (particularly various American Dry styles that showcase interesting botanicals with juniper as the backup dancer) and rum (somewhat aged but not too dark) are my favorites, and I also like tequila. Not a big fan of whiskey. I mentioned this earlier but I'm really into craft spirits, and I'm on a righteous mission to expand my gin palate. Favorites right now are Greylock from Berkshire Mountain Distillers in Massachusetts (which doesn't distribute where I currently live which is a GREAT TRAGEDY UGH), Bluecoat from Philadelphia Distilling, and McElroy's Corruption from Tom's Town Distilling right here in KC... and my favorite "commercial" gin is Bombay Sapphire. I could talk about gin for a long time... I'll spare you. I'm not sure how relevant any of this is for Switch Witch anyway!

49. Wine?
I like it better than beer but not as much as spirits. Favorites are Pinot Noir and Merlot, or any red that's not too intense with the tannins.

50. Hair falls?
No thanks.

51. 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?
To be honest, I'm not much of a movie watcher... I can binge-watch TV shows like a champ, but for some reason my attention span doesn't usually jive with sitting down to watch a movie at home (and I hate going to movie theaters because they tend to be just an expensive way to listen to other people's chewing noises). So I don't really have any movies that I watch every year. That being said, The Nightmare Before Christmas is a classic and I'll admit to loving Jack Skellington, go ahead, throw me in Hot Topic Jail. I also REALLY DO NOT LIKE horror movies, I'm a huge wimp, so none of that for me thanks! Fan-made merch for movies in general, I guess it depends on what it is.

52. Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages?
No pets and no kids here.

53. Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update?
Nope, when it comes to oils I'm a BPAL purist.

54. Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now?
From the Post, hair glosses -- Pickle, Zoe, and Wednesday, in that order.
From the Post Etsy, Porphyrophobia claw polish, Peach Pie perfume oil.

55. Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner?
No thanks, I really don't decorate for Halloween.

56. Do you live near a Trader Joe's?
Yes I do, thank the Lord!!! Don't know what I'd do without it. So I'm probably good on TJ's stuff, though I wouldn't be mad if you felt the need to send me some of their dark chocolate peanut butter cups or gummy penguins.

57. 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 cooking and baking, it's one of my favorite ways to relax. I can't think of any specific kitchen gadgets or accessories I'm in need of, but if you find something cute, by all means! As for ingredients, I'll take pretty much anything. My most frequently used spices are whole nutmeg and crushed red pepper flakes, but I'll really find a use for anything.

58. Bike or beach related stuff from Ocean City, MD:
Not a biker, so no bike stuff. Beach stuff, I guess it depends on what it is, but if you think I'll like it then okay! (Bearing in mind that I live in a landlocked state.)

59. What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice.
Ugh, I hate to put stipulations on my Witch!! Really, truly, honestly... my lovely Witch, WHATEVER you send me I will appreciate it!! The fact that you're taking the time to read all these absurdly long answers and consider what I'd like means more to me than any specific item.

60. Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps?
You know, I was lucky enough to be in the path of totality for the eclipse (Liberty, Missouri!), and it was REALLY cool and incredibly beautiful. Although I'd use the stamps for practical reasons, I'm not a collector or anything, so probably not.

61. Favorite gemstones?
Amethyst, tanzanite, black pearls.

62. If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky?
I like... unusual. Probably not gaudy or chunky, but all the rest of those descriptors could be okay depending on the piece.

63. Any love of pirates or SCA?
Pirates, yes. SCA, nah.

64. Is there anything you would like from Disney World?
Nothing specific, but I love The Lion King (especially Nala, as I currently work with a lion named Nala) and the Cheshire Cat.

65. Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong?
Yes, and I'm a Slytherin. I'm part of the "Harry Potter Generation" for sure... the first book was published in the U.S. when I was 10 and I read it shortly thereafter, and the seventh book was published in the summer between my first and second years of college, so I'm one of those people who quite literally grew up with the series. The books have a very special place in my life and I've reread them several times over the years. I like the movies a lot too (except Prisoner of Azkaban... Alfonso Cuaron's direction was cool but that film was an unforgivable butchery of the book in my opinion). I'm really not into any of the newer stuff, though... I haven't seen Fantastic Beasts and it really doesn't interest me... and Cursed Child, ugh, don't get me started... I haven't read or seen it but I did read a detailed plot synopsis and I was pretty much horrified.

66. How do you feel about chokers?
Sure, why not?

67. 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!
French things are welcome, though I can't think of anything specific. Lavender isn't my favorite, though. I think it smells pretty but I don't want to smell like it, and I don't want my house to smell like it.... and I really don't like eating/drinking it.

68. Are you into divination?
Nope, not at all.

69. Sock preferences:
I like socks, and I'm not picky about colors or fibers (though I will say that striped is always good). I mentioned in a previous answer that if you want to knit me some warm around-the-house socks that would be lovely. If you're not a knitter, I'd still appreciate that type of socks, store-bought edition. I also like knee-high striped socks quite a bit.

70. Previously-loved books and BPAL:
Both completely fine.

71. So what are your favorite fandoms?
To be honest I'm not much of a fandom person. I have things that I like, but I'm not a cosplayer and I don't do conventions, I don't write or read fanfic, and I'm just generally not too engaged with the social aspect that I feel is a key part of fandom participation. That being said, I guess Harry Potter is a big one. Doctor Who (favorite Doctor is Ten), Lord of the Rings... can't really think of anything else.

72. Think Geek:
Hogwarts coasters, Slytherin pajama pants (S), TARDIS tea towels, TARDIS pajama pants (S).... there's probably more but that's at first glance! Basically steer towards Slytherin or the TARDIS and you can't go wrong. (I do already have a TARDIS blanket and light-up vworp-vworp cookie jar, though.)

73. Anything you forgot/miscellaneous extra info:
Nothing I can think of! Honestly, Witch, if you've stuck with me this long and read all of this, I'm impressed. But do feel free to have a minion poke me if you need more specifics on anything.

74. If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be?
Covered this in questionnaire -- LotR Elf kingdom style. But I also appreciate rustic woodwork.

75. Aprons:
No, I wouldn't use it.

76. Black-and-white striped knitted little guy:
He's cute, but no thank you.

77. 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?
Covered this in questionnaire, but YES, I'm a musical theatre fan (fan only -- definitely not a performer!). I grew up just north of New York City and have seen a lot of shows over the years (gotta love the discount TKTS booth), and now on the rare occasions that I visit home, going to a show in the city is something my mom and I like to do together. Favorite shows that I've seen on Broadway are: Natasha Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, Something Rotten, Into the Woods, Les Mis. Favorite shows that I haven't actually seen: Hamilton, Next to Normal, Chess (though I love the recorded version with Josh Groban, Adam Pascal, & Idina Menzel). Also recently I've been listening to a lot of Waitress and Come From Away though I haven't seen those either... and most recently, when I was home in August my mom and I drove up to Massachusetts to see Company which had Aaron Tveit in it, and seeing him perform live was a dream come true. I am DYING to see Hamilton, like the rest of the world, but I'm waiting to go with one of my friends who also loves it, and we need to wait til it tours in KC next year. I could just see it one time when I'm visiting home, but I really want to go with her, and I have this weird thing where I won't buy any Hamilton merch until I've seen the show, so no Hamilton stuff I guess (unless you make something!). Merch from other shows would be cool, though I don't know what that would be, but feel free to use it as inspiration if you're crafty. I'm good on CDs because I gots me the Spotify.

78. NYCC/Edmonton Expo:
I'm not sure what they have there but if you find something you think I'll like, I trust you!

79. 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!
Probably unique jewelry or frame-able art, like paintings or drawings. I don't really go to craft fairs but when I'm at places like Ren Fest, I tend to go home with a lot of jewelry and new art for my walls.

80. See's Candy:
I'm not familiar with this but I do love marshmallows...

81. Coloring books:
I have a Wild Savannah one with all African animals, which I love because a lot of them are animals that I work with. But I've had it for almost a year and I'm not even halfway through it yet so I don't think I need another one.

82. Animi Causa:
Just taking a quick glance, this stuff looks so cute! Cutesy animal kitchen accessories are my jam (I have a can opener shaped like a toucan... I'm that kind of person). I love that Nessie ladle!

83. If I were to find an adorable autumnal/Halloween-y dish/flatware/etc. design, how many settings would be needed in your household?
Well, it's me and my roommate, and about 80% of the kitchen stuff is mine, and it's a lot of mismatched hand-me-downs, and the word "settings" doesn't really apply because we don't have a kitchen table or any kind of dining table... soooooo.... !!! Haha, anything is fine. I kind of enjoy having lots of different plates and bowls that don't match.

84. TrueLemon apple cider:
Sure!

85. Baths?
Showers only for me.

86. 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 but I'm probably upgrading it soon and I'm not sure what model I'll end up with. No tablet... my laptop is a 13" MacBook Pro, it has a hard case already. Some kind of soft zipper case would be useful but it's not something I desperately need.

87. Are you interested in anything from Bath & Body Works?
Covered candles way back in question #45. I was actually in there today and they have new smaller candles -- I really liked the Currant and the Clove ones. Other than candles, I can always use pocket bacs, shower gels, scrubs, hand soaps, car scent pods ... and I like their new Salted Caramel Apricot and Spiced Pumpkin Cider scents. Really the only things I dislike from there are the body lotion (the runny kind -- the thicker creams are fine), and scents listed in my Least Favorite Notes... and the Japanese Cherry Blossom scent, UGH, not for me.

88. Crystals?
No thanks.

89. Pumpkin or zucchini bread?
Yup, I like both of these.

90. What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite?
Oatmeal with chocolate chips.

91. Could you use a muscle rub?
Sure, my neck and shoulders are an unholy mess.

92. Interested in trying some of our rose petal or lavender vanilla bean liqueur?
No thanks, not a fan of those flavors.

93. Homemade honey, jam, candied jalapeños, dried apples...
If you make it and want to share it, I'm sure I'll enjoy it!

94. Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, pillowcase...?
Small makeup bag or tote bag would be useful.

95. 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 keep these, and I have a few of my favorites on display. I tend to like the ones that don't have images of people.

96. Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/
Um, hell yes, those are beautiful. My favorite is Corvid Love, but I also really like The Dahlia Tree, The Poppy King, and Treasure.

97. Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures?
Any and all cats (especially lions, jaguars, black-footed cats, and black cats), black rhinos, giraffes, orcas, dragons.

98. Depeche Mode swag:
Not my thing.

99. Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga:
I am 100% in support of both of these causes and am so happy the Lab continues to do charitable scents like this. I don't think either one would really work for me scent wise, but I'm curious about Flor de Maga because sometimes florals work nicely on me, I just don't know what this particular one is like.

100. 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?
I would like to be better about this than I am. I try to be conscious of how much single-use plastic I'm using, and I think I've done a decent job at cutting down recently, but I'm nowhere near as efficient as I should be. As far as urban homesteading, my living situation isn't permanent enough for that... and I'm not really into minimalism either, though I appreciate and respect it as a principle. So to answer the question, yes, I'd be open to things that would help replace some of the unnecessary plastics in my life.   101. Haus of Gloi:
Covered in question #11.   102. Farmer's market stuff:
Honey is good, candles are good.... I don't use too much hot sauce apart from Sriracha, and I live in Kansas City which is pretty much BBQ headquarters so I'm good on BBQ sauce.   103. Smolder Cosmetics:
Any of the Loose Glam Dust highlighters, I can't even pick a favorite, they all look pretty.   104. Strobe Cosmetics:
Some of those eyeshadows are gorgeous, particularly Druid and Unicorn Tears.   105. Hello Kitty stuff:
No thanks.
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Switch Witch Fall 2015 Q&A

Pumpkin?
Please don't buy me all of the pumpkin spice things like twinkies/kisses/m&m's, etc. I won't drink PSL's from SBUX because the ingredient list is a horror show. I *do* like the Pumpkin Pie Almonds from World Market, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cheesecake, pumpkin soups, etc. (Panera has a really tasty seasonal soup plus they scored an A on having good ingredients and no antibiotics in their meat, etc., I might be eating there more often if I can afford it. They use real pumpkin in their PSL too, I might have to try one.) I love Teavana's Pumpkin Spice Brulee tea but I'm totally set on that.

I normally don't like pumpkins for decorating in the house either since I loathe orange but Violetchaos had a cute white pumpkin with a black face drawn on it that I kept wanting to steal and I have seen decorative pumpkins at Target and Joanns that aren't horrible (black and white or black and purple.) But really I have no place to set stuff like that right now. We do carve actual pumpkins every year if we can. The other half is supposed to be gone until November this year so I might be doing any corn mazes and pumpkin carving by myself.

Booze:
I'm all about the vodka, rum, baileys, flavored liquors, tawny port, and mead mead mead mead mead mead mead. and ice wine. Buttery Nipples are one of my favorite drinks. And Lemon Drops. I've made my own amaretto and kahlua and such. I should try infusing some vodka - rose and lavender would be interesting to me. Oh, I do like hard cider. I usually get the Ace's Hard Pumpkin Cider from World Market. The Angry Orchard crisp and cinnful (sinnful?) apple cider is ok too but not my favorite. I like the sweet meads and ciders (should be obvious since I am also an ice wine/port fan) and not dry ones. Kthx. (There is a cider place by my parents called Twilight Cider Works that I have a few bottles from. The last one is a peach. Nom nom! And I live not too far from sky river meadery but I find most of their things to be so-so. There are some more meaderies that have opened up that are farther north than I feel like going by myself but maybe when I have money and my mom is visiting since most of my friends either have kids or seem unable to do anything without their other half.)

Want anything from Yellowstone? Be it postcards, key chains, shot glasses, pint glasses, or huckleberry what have you?
I'm not really a trinket person. Washington is overloaded with Huckleberry stuff too (especially the Spokane area where my parents live) so I'm probably good on that. A postcard?

I know there is a question about "decorating style", but if you're comfortable, could you should us some photos of your spaces? For those of us who like to art and craft, it can be nice to have a visual sense of decorating style!
I am not comfortable showing photos of my spaces. I sold my beautiful house and my other half sold his as well and we moved in to the mother-in-law apartment of his dad's house after his mom passed. This place hasn't been updated since the 60's as far as I can tell. The carpet is orange, beige, yellow squares in the basement (my space) with wood paneling on the walls and the upstairs has orange carpet. BoyFlame's father has since passed away so we have started updating the house but it is going VERY slowly as my other half is out of town most of the year for business. We've pretty much gotten as far as painting all of the walls with killz (except the wood paneled areas) and painting the kitchen, upstairs bedrooms, and downstairs bedroom. But the downstairs bathroom and floors need a lot of work!! It's humiliating for me to have people visit because I am so ashamed of the floors. If I had my way, I would have grey or purple leaning white walls and a dark grey purple or grey carpet. I have black furniture (table, couches) and a grey granite and black computer desk. I do have some antiques that are a medium brown wood color that I do not especially like. But I'm not going to change them because antiques. I have a nice grey/black marble top bistro table with a black iron base and matching chairs. I have grey "black out" curtains with light purple gauzy curtains under them. Royal purple velvet duvet cover and another purple silk one. A few Nightmare Before Christmas comforters and sheet sheets. (yes, I'm 12.) Tons of gargoyles, which are all a nice stone grey color. So basically you're looking at minimal white, grey, black, and some purple. I like blues and dark reds too but am not drawn to them as much. Our bedroom, however, has blue and silver walls because blue is supposed to help you sleep better. (Purple is bad for bedrooms because it causes too much brain activity or something, say the "experts." So much for my purple sheets and duvet covers!) My kitchen is painted a dark wine color and I have a skeleton/skull theme (skeleton bone apron, skull and NMBC cookie jars, bone shaped silverware, skull wine toppers, skeleton hand salad tongs, etc.) I have a bunch of stuff from World Market on my pinterest that is inexpensive and would go well with my kitchen. I always try to go to Target at Halloween to buy some of the pyrex round bowls w/lids that have bats on them. BATS!

Here is some of my artwork that I have yet to put on the walls but will soon. You probably can't tell from the small photo, but the one with the crow has a cthulhu-esque creature in the mists behind the crow. The purple alien one has a lot of eyeballs and tentacles (on the frame too! This is the original oil painting by this artist; she sells prints of this painting on her etsy site.) I got it because of the tentacles and purple/blue. The horse is very steampunk. I grew up with horses (showing and gaming) and am a horse freak. The purple and blue tribal dragon was given to my son for his birthday although I originally bought it for me. (MY COLORS!) The wavy color line ones are also original paintings that were done by my friend Wendi Dunlap.


For those of you who don't drink alcohol, can you specify if you live with any drinkers or ever have alcohol on hand for guests, vs. abstaining and preferring not to have it around at all?
I drink alcohol.

Are you a fan of the TV show Penny Dreadful?
Meh. I've watched a few episodes but couldn't get into it.

What are your coffee and tea preferences? Do you prefer one, the other, both, or neither (and if it's neither, what about things like hot cider and cocoa)? Loose leaf or bags, whole bean or ground? Is caffeine OK? Any gadgetry you're in need of? Any brands or flavors that you particularly love, loathe, or want to try?
I used to work for a coffee/tea company (for 8 years!!) but now I am unemployed due to my health, weep. I drink both - I start with coffee in the morning and switch to tea in the afternoon and evening.

I make coffee in a variety of ways - I have a burr grinder, so I like whole bean. I use the toddy system to make cold brew, sometimes french press if I'm feeling awake (HA HA this rarely happens), and if I'm really lazy I use my verismo. If I'm SUPER lazy I just buy the cold brew at the grocery store and pour it into my cup... (that is what I'm having right now - some chocolate Stumptown.) I'm not picky about roasts if it's something that tastes good. Some coffees are better for cold brew, others for french press. Please NO DECAF.

I do like cider and cocoa but I'm super picky on ingredients. I prefer drinking chocolate but I rarely make it because the process is so lengthy and time consuming.

Prefer loose leaf but I'll do tea bags if something isn't available loose leaf. (Loose leaf tea is generally a higher quality.) I really prefer organic but I'll take Whittard, Mariage Frères, Dammann Frères, etc. There are tons on my Amazon edibles wishlist and on Pinterest. Would love to try more Davids tea. Please do not send me Adagio, I have tried multiple times and it just seems bland and boring to me. I prefer black and flavored black. Sometimes flavored green or jasmine. I have an insane love for licorice mint tissanes, like Aveda's comforting tea or Yogi's egyptian licorice mint.

What's your sense of humor like? Do you enjoy puns? Play on words? Dirty humor? Dry humor? Who are some of your favorite comedians?
I read Christopher Moore. I enjoy puns but I'm not super punny myself. I have the mind of a dirty 12 year old. I'm so dry that most people don't either get my jokes or realize I'm joking. (I don't watch comedians though, so no idea.)

Do you like board games? If so, which ones? Traditional or more unique? (like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Red Dragon Inn, etc)
I'm slowly collecting CAH (I join the Holiday Bullshit every year) and it might be fun to have exploding kittens, but the problem is that you need people to play games with and I'm really isolated being both aspergers and having chronic pain and respiratory issues. I don't go places very often and people are too busy to come over here (plus I hate having company - see the paragraph about my house being gross.) So... yeah. I'd really love to go on the JoJoCruise and play games. And I need to learn Magic again. Maybe I could get a job at Wizards of the Coast since they're like 15 minutes away. I do always lust after things like Nightmare Before Christmas monopoly editions and such but they would never get used. It's not like I'm going to have more kids ever (my son is 25 and doesn't live here! I gave him all of my RPG stuff. Cyberpunk, Shadowrun, Paranoia, AD&D, Vampire the Masquerade, etc. books. And an edition of Talisman because I like torturing people.)

Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive?
- Bars of soap or solid soap of any sort (I only use solid soap to wash my hands in ONE bathroom and we use liquid soap everywhere else. I use shower gels or scrubs in the shower. Plus I make soap - so I have boxes and boxes of unused soap that I just can't use fast enough. And people are always always giving me soap bars so I have a couple boxes of Lush, Villainess, Paintbox Soapworks, and other soap too. Sigh. The exception would be cold or hot process soap that you made yourself, like Yewberry's soap. But please no melt & pour or other bar soap.
- Scarves. I'm a knitter and people are always giving me scarves! No! Stop! I have 5,000! I seriously don't have room for them all and have started donating them.
- Hats. I don't wear any kind of hat except a news boy type cap.
- Halloween decor like ghosts, witches, orange pumpkins, spiders, black cats. (Bats, skulls, ravens, gargoyles, skeletons, etc. are good - I never put them away.)
- Baked goods with walnuts. I hate walnuts. Sorry!!! I really just don't like nuts in baked things as a rule - it's a texture thing.
- Key Chains
- Lanyards
- Coffee mugs (unless it's on a wishlist. I have so many coffee mugs that I have to double stack them. I have more packed away out in the shed.)
- makeup or nail polish
- I feel picky now but I don't want people to waste postage, time, and effort on things I'll probably donate or give away. HOWEVER, if something that I said I didn't want is on a wishlist, be sure I would like to receive it. What? I'm inconsistent.

Plain or fun socks?
As long as they're black or black & (color) striping, they should be ok. I prefer thicker over thinner. Would love hand knitted socks. My measurements are linked in my Ravelry profile.

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about?
I'd like to go back to school but I don't have any money, so I need to learn more about applying for grants. (There is no way I'll do a loan that I have to pay back for the rest of my life.) But that isn't really a fun switch witch sort of thing. I'd like to do more needle felting, cross stitch (except I'm going blind), etc. I need to learn how to make stitch markers. And expand my soap making repertoire.

What one thing you would like to do more of?
exercise. horse back riding. cooking. (obviously I can't count.)

What are some things that fascinate you? Or, What would you like to know more about?
I'm fascinated by ... um... video games? I love to go to renn faires except they are usually too hot, too crowded, and getting too commercial so as I get older and fatter the appeal lessens more and more.

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)?
hells no. Nasty. *shudder*

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way?
Most art that I'm interested in is linked in the "art" area of my etsy favorites or on pinterest (or both.) Too many things speak to me. (I'm a weeper and I cry at the drop of a hat over sad, happy, anything.)

What kinds of things would you like from the Lilith BPAL or BPTP update (or are you joining a decant circle?)
From BPTP I am interested in hearing reviews of En Garde (I don't like rum scents, so it depends on how overpowering the rum is.) Looks like I'm doing a decant circle that will include most of the Liliths other than the BPTP ones, so I'm probably set.

Do you want to received knit or crocheted items? If so, could you describe or even link to a couple of items similar to what you would like to receive?
I'm not a fan of crocheted items unless they are amigurumi or an afghan. I do like knitted items but as I said earlier, no hats or scarves please. You can see the items I love in my Ravelry Favorites. Unfortunately there are quite a few there for inspiration, not that I want people to make for me. I'll try to go through and make some bundles of "things you can make for me" - I do have a bunch already tagged Vamp Swap for a vampire swap I'm in. I also have yarn in there that I would like to get my hands on...

What thing do you want to do (or get) but you keep putting off for one reason or another?
Go back to school, exercise, knit more, cook, go through all of my BPAL and cull the herd, etc. I've been avoiding the world and playing video games.

Would you like anything from Lush?
I always like things from Lush (except bars of soap, ha ha!) Unfortunately most of the stuff I want is expensive. I could use more Greased Lightning, I like the green solid sugar scrub. I rarely hardly ever take baths so would prefer no bath bombs or bubble bars. No massage bars either please. Or their lip balm or scrub. (I'm such a curmudgeon!) Love the dusting power and would like to try the vanilla one but also love the Silky Underwear. I have Lush stuff on my Amazon bath and beauty wish list. Oooh the Lord of Misrule is something I've wanted to try! Added to Amazon list.

Do you prefer hand-made or store-bought?
It depends on the thing and on how good the person making it is... There are some things that are just better when purchased and other things that are totally better when hand-made.

SPICY! Scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you?
I prefer things with a lot of flavor but not necessarily a lot of heat. Green tobasco sauce for example. Tangy and savory. I usually get my thai and indian food "mild" or "one star". I can probably do 50,000-100,000 on the scoville scale but I usually prefer more like 5,000-50,000.

What is your BPAL "Holy Grail"?
Well, to me "Holy Grail" means something unobtainable, so I'd have to say Formula 54 or Pumpkin King.

Analog or Digital? Or Both?
I usually buy cds and rip them if I want to add them to my ipod. Sometimes I'll buy single songs if there is a sale or something.

What scents from other perfume companies are you really wanting to have in your collection and or are just really wanting to test? Companies like NAVA, Arcana, Solstice Scents, Possets, Haus of Gloi etc.....?
All of this info is in my "SW Help" link in my signature. I do NOT like possets. I don't like most Haus of Gloi stuff because it seems like almost all of it contains either foody, fruit or floral and my favorite scents are resins, musks, spices. I like really good vanilla scents but nothing there has caught my eye. If it has, I have added it to my wish list. I have some Solstice Scents, NAVA, Mara Fox Love Potions, etc. and I really don't like most of them. I do like Arcana and I have a good amount of things on my wishlist. The number one Arcana I would like is Queen Crossbones. I love the Arcana hand cream too. I like Cocoa Pink's shampoo (especially the Princess Poo), their scrubs and their extremely huge list of vanilla type scents. And their marshmallow is glorious. I love Villainess but again I have a hard time finding something I REALLY like because of the fruit/floral aspect. I like decadence. I love the smacks and am out of my rose/vanilla layered one (2x rose, 2x vanilla bean.) I would LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE more Moonalisa items in Bohemian Velvet. I had the shower gel and it's gonnnnne. I need more!! (I still have potion lotion and I don't really like it, so please no potion lotion.) I find the Moonalisa lip balm to be too oily as well; I feel like it needs more beeswax and a heavier butter. I've had things from violette market and was meh about them.

Do you have an affinity for any specific animals?
I like most animals but I especially love bats, ravens, pit bulls, horses (especially friesians and andalusians/lusitanos) and ferrets. I've owned rats too and mine were super sweet but I don't love vermin rats or rats in general. Just pet rats. I've always wanted a pocket pig (a real one, please don't send me pig figurines or stuffed pigs because those are not my thing. I want a real actual pet pig. But not enough to encourage backyard breeding, pig mills, or fad breeding by purchasing one.) Also I would prefer not to be sent rubber bats, rats, or little feathered ravens because people have beat you to that about 500 times. ) One of my most precious possessions is a little amigurumi black and white pit bull that looks like Miss Lela, who passed away this year in July at 18 years old. I also love whales and dolphins. As for mythical creatures, I love equine ones of all sorts but especially the hippocampus.

Kitchen Needs or Wants?
Too many to list. I have a whole section on my amazon list devoted to this category. My kitchen has a skull/skeleton theme. I have bone shaped silverware, skull cookie jars and salt/pepper shakers, skeleton arm salad tongs, skull bottle stopper, skull bottle opener, skeleton apron, etc. And NMBC cookie jars, cannisters, mugs, and bowls. (I would love more NMBC bowls/plates.) I'm pretty set on coffee mugs (I have so many that I have two huge boxes packed up and stored and the rest are scattered between the upstairs and downstairs kitchen, stacked two high, and I still don't have room for them all, seriously, don't get me mugs.) Things I'd like off the top of my head are the skull themed measuring spoons and measuring cups from world market, I think those are pretty inexpensive. I also can not have too many pyrex bowls (with lids) that have bats on them. I try to buy some every halloween. Sorry, I know I answered this under decorating style too - I'm in so many swaps right now that I can't keep track of which questions I have answered in which swaps.

Makeup! Do you like it, would you want some? If so what brands do you like to wear?
I wear prescriptives brand foundation and powder. Stila eyeliner (it's the only one I've found that doesn't run or disappear, I have very oily skin.) I could use some new moisturizers but most of the ones I want are really expensive. I don't actually wear makeup that much; if I'm just going to the store I'll do my eyebrows and eyeliner. If I'm going somewhere fancy or a club, I'll do full face. Usually I don't even leave the house so I do nothing except moisturize.

Chocolate fiends ahoy! What kind of chocolate do you like? Do you like any other things in it or just plain good ole chocolate?
I like creamy dark and milk chocolate. I'm kind of a chocolate snob but I've found relatively inexpensive alternatives. I love the Vosges Naga bar (I think they've changed the name to indonesian curry and coconut or something much harder to say), Moonstruck salted caramel nut bars, most things from Fran's (especially the chocolate covered salted caramels), imported cadbury crunchies and curly whirly, Dolfin bars (flavors are on my Amazon edibles wishlist), some of the World Market brand sea salt bars (the curry and the coconut), trufflepig peanut butter truffle bars, etc. I don't like Chocolove. I'm not super crazy about Seattle's Chocolates but the San Juan Sea Salt bar is ok. I can eat the Trader Joes peanut butter & jelly bar. Rittersport with hazelnuts or almonds are ok in a pinch. Milka (if imported) is ok. Nothing from Hersheys/Nestle/etc. please. (I do stoop to eating peanut or almond M&M's occasionally. The horror!)

Would you be opposed to receiving a ton of Halloween themed items?
No, not really opposed. I buy lots of Halloween themed items and I don't ever take them down - skulls, gargoyles, tombstones, bats, ravens, purple lights, etc. As I mentioned earlier though, no black cats, spiders, ghosts, zombies, witches, orange pumpkins, etc. There are some cool dog and raven skeletons at World Market / Target, and a cute sugar skull type dog statue at Target that I am eyeing. (all inexpensive.)

Would you be interested in any special little thing I might be able to pick up from the Great Lakes Bat Festival this Saturday? Both Janell Cannon (author of Stellaluna and other kids' books) and Fiona Reid (illustrator for lots of animal field guides) will be there, so would you possibly be interested in something like an autographed copy of Stellaluna or one of Cannon's or Reid's other books? Or something from the Organization for Bat Conservation, like a shirt or other swag?
Yes to hoodie, stickers, bag. No to other apparel or swag.

What items from the Weenie update interest you, should you have to option of getting anything as a gift from your Witch??? Would you be ok with decants, or bottles?
OMG. DOOMED. EDIT: NEVER MIND, I AM DOING A DECANT CIRCLE. BUT I LEFT MY NOTES HERE SO YOU CAN SEE WHAT I LIKE/DON'T LIKE.

Heres what Im interested in. HA HA HA. Good thing these are available until after christmas? Maybe I can sell a kidney?

Samhain (of course)

Second Spring
Drifting leaves tinted in the bold reds of pomegranate and currant, the golds of amber and honey, russet myrrh, a touch of cypress-green, and crisp patchouli-brown.
(iffy on the fruits and depends on how heavy the leaves are, but amber, honey, myrrh, patchouli are all win.)

The Unquiet Grave
Frozen white roses, frankincense, white gardenia, white sandalwood, and vanilla orchid.
(iffy on the gardenia.)

Dead Leaves and Tobacco
Dead Leaves, Bourbon Vanilla, and Myrrh
Dead Leaves, Frankincense, and Copal
Dead Leaves, Honey, and Oudh
Dead Leaves, Red Musk, and Neroli
(I seriously just want to dump all of these dead leaves into the same bottle.)

Not all that crazy about apple but would like to sniff these:
Apple I
Apple with hay absolute, oats, honey, cream vanilla, and goats milk accord.

Apple III
Appalachian black apple with sweet tobacco and patchouli, orange blossom, vanilla champaca, lavender, and white honey.
(Freaking orange blossom will ruin it for me but hope springs eternal.)

Apple IV
Red apple with blackcurrant bud, black clove, and vanilla bourbon.
(I love all of these notes except apple, which I only like - not love.)

Candied Apple
Clown White
Polyester Spiderweb
(just to see what they smell like.)

A Phantasmagoria: Scene Conjuring Up an Armed Skeleton
Wig powder, amber-perfumed leather gloves, and rose petals with a sliver of oak bark and cauldron smoke.
(wig powder? everything else is a huge yes.)

A Witch Riding on a Dragon
Blackened tonka, patchouli, dragons blood resin, and scorched oak.
(depends on HOW scorched the oak is.)

Départ Pour Le Sabbat (Aufbruch Zum Hexensabbat)
Bourbon vanilla, sweet red patchouli, oudh, goats milk accord, and white honey.
(win!)

Liebeszauber
Honey, rose petals, and carnations a drop of blood red clover, cubeb berries, and vanilla cream.
(more win!)

The Magic Circle
Vanilla-infused frankincense and clary sage with 7-year aged patchouli, jasmine sambac, honey myrtle, and oudh.
(all win, except maybe the jasmine and myrtle.)

The Sorceress
An evocation incense of frankincense, styrax, lavender buds, mastic, and white sandalwood mingled with moonflower, violet absolute, tuberose, and dark musk.
(violet absolute, you would try to ruin it.)

The Witches
Pumpkin cream, honey, vanilla sugar, and smoked vanilla bean.
(depends on how overpowering the pumpkin is.)

The Witches Sabbath
Burgundy and champaca resin with immortelle, leather accord, wine-soaked red fruits, rose geranium petals, red patchouli, guttering candles, and smoke.
(yes!)

La Femme de Satan
Red musk and cacao with clove, caramelized tobacco, aged patchouli, red currant, black leather, and vanilla-infused amber.
(depends on how juicy red the currant is and how overpowering the cacao.)

La Ronde du Sabbat
Oman frankincense, black clove, and tobacco tar.
(yes!)

Pan Twardowski and the Devil
Brown leather, bay leaf, tobacco leaf, lavender, and oudh.
(yes!)

Portrait of an Unidentified Man as Mephistopheles
A debonair lavender fougere cloaked in smoky red musk, red mandarin, and oakmoss.
(yes!)

Satan Starting from the Touch of Ithuriels Spear
Golden amber, carnation, blackcurrant, aged black patchouli, red musk, and vetiver.
(hm, vetiver could kill it.)

Satan Summoning His Legions
White leather and cypress-tinged white musk with cardamom, smouldering incense, Ceylon cinnamon and white sandalwood.
(cypress might ruin it)

What's your favorite scary movie? Or movies, either way. If you don't like horror, what are your favorite movies to watch this time of year?
During the fall I usually try to watch Practical Magic, Sleepy Hollow, Nightmare Before Christmas, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Lost Boys, Sweeney Todd (who am I kidding, I watch that ALL YEAR LONG), Harry Potter movies (also all year long), Addams Family, Sean of the Dead, Corpse Bride, Coraline, Edward Scissorhands, The Crow.

I'd really like to watch the Phantom of the Opera with Gerard Butler. You know, I don't think I've ever seen Young Frankenstein. I've seen Beetlejuice once (michael keaton bothers me in that.) I should really expand my Halloween selection.

This fall I'm DVR'ing a lot of TV shows... Gotham, Doctor Who, Scream Queens, Agents of SHIELD, Minority Report, The Muppets, How to Get Away with Murder, Heroes Reborn, Ash vs The Evil Dead, Limitless, Grimm, Sleepy Hollow, American Horror Story: Hotel, The Walking Dead, The Flash, ... I'd watch The Vampire Diaries except that I missed the last season and I don't think I have enough space to DVR the whole thing and keep everything else. I still need to catch up on Gotham, The 100, and a few other shows that I gave up on. (Totally gave up on Once Upon a Time.) This is really weird for me because I don't normally watch TV at all and I prefer to marathon shows. Edit: NO MORE DVR, too expensive. so I guess I'll have to try to watch them real time or later on demand.

Blu-ray or DVD?
I don't have a blu-ray player or game system with blu-ray, so it's DVD.

Game systems - console or computer? Mac/PC? Which console?
I have a wii (but need to upgrade because it keeps freezing on netflix), an xbox 360 (rarely gets used but sometimes I use it for netflix when I can get a live subscription from some of my friends that work at Microsoft - except that it lives upstairs and I live downstairs.) Mostly PC (some of the games I play are only available on windows but I'm a UNIX girl at heart.) I prefer Skyrim and Diablo on the PC because the controls on the xbox are too wonky.

Are you dressing up for Halloween and if so do you need any accessories for if?
Don't know if I'll dress up but I'm thinking I need a Weeping Angel outfit. I have pinned how to do greyscale makeup but I'm lazy so if I did it, probably a mask. And maybe the greyscale on my hands and neck. I need wings and a grey dress/robe/thing/gown. Not that I would expect anyone to get them because I'd have to try on the dress and wings are a bit cumbersome to ship and probably expensive (or detailed in the making, or both.)

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles?
Don't use purses. My mom makes cool upsized bags from feed bags and sells them on etsy. She also makes felted ones. And project bags for knitting. I'm pretty set on bags. Not that I would be upset if I received more cool bags for grocery shopping (although I have like 50 of them, seriously, my other half keeps taking them out of my car because they take up the whole back seat - I have some really nice canvas-y type ones from Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Metro Market, QFC, etc. as well as the cheapo ones from trade shows with various logos.) I love drawstring project bags big enough for a decent size project and would never say no to ones with cool fabric (Princess Bride, Doctor Who, Game of Thrones, etc.) I can always use decent sized backpacks or messenger bags too, I think I pinned some. I also have some bags on my Think Geek wishlist like the new black handbag of holding (I would use it for knitting supplies.)

What are your favorite fandoms and do you want to receive anything related to such?
Love Firefly, Buffy, NMBC, LOTR/Hobbit, Harry Potter, Doctor Who, Grimm, Game of Thrones, Princess Bride, Zelda, Terry Pratchett, Neil Gaiman (especially Delirium and Death, but the Endless in general - I named all of the machines on my network after them), etc. I love receiving useful things with such themes such as what I've already mentioned or things such as what I have on my pinterest, etsy and amazon wishlists. I do prefer things to be useful over merely decorative but other than that, I'm sure there are tons of things out that that I'm unaware of! It's funny, I don't wear a lot of jewelry but I do find myself wanting the "Godsend" symbol from Heroes, the "Key" from Grimm, etc. I would totally hang those in my car or wear them occasionally. I'm thinking I might just need more tattoos instead. BUT WOULD I REGRET IT LATER? I have a lot of fandom related knitting patterns and some knitting books.

Something I forgot to put in my initial answers on the application: I have been collecting charms for a "pandora" style bracelet. I have a tardis and a weeping angel. I would LOVE to receive charms related to my favorite fandoms!! And I need the bracelet part too, ha ha! (I can't seem to add JUST the bracelet to my Think Geek wishlist, which is where I got the charms.)

What are you planning to order from the Weenies update?
I'm running a circle so I will hopefully be able to smell everything before I decide what I'm ordering.

The Last Huzzah of the NY Renaissance Faire happens this weekend and I'm going! Is there anything you might want? (Besides a turkey leg, which won't ship well!)
Honey root beer and birch beer won't ship well either... (well, we have a vendor who does those at our local ren faires anyway. I always bring home a couple of bottles.) I forgot to get mead this year. I'm always up for mead!!!

Do you like comics or graphic novels? Any issues or collections you want to read?
Any that I'm interested in are on my Amazon wish list. I do prioritize things as well. Please don't get me anything that is marked LOW or LOWEST (unless you get a super good deal on it; those are there for my benefit so I can find them used someday maybe.) Off the top of my head, I would love the illustrated versions of Princess Bride and Stardust. And The Last Unicorn comics. I'm sure I have a ton of Sandman things on there too.

Do you like fanfic? Would you like a story written for you as part of your gift? What characters/fandoms/pairings etc do you like?
I'm not really into fanfic.

Would Witchees like something from IKEA? (Or any other not always accessible by everyone store?)
I have an Ikea locally but I'm always on the lookout for 9 drawer FIRA boxes. (they're discontinued, weep.) I also have a Trader Joes. The things not accessible that I'm probably most interested in are will call pick up for special will call only type stuff.

If/when you go to the mall, for which store(s) do you beeline?
I don't go to the mall unless I need something specific and then I beeline to that store... Usually only things like Torrid, Hot Topic, Sephora, Teavana, Lush, Nordstrom, Origins, B&BW, Yankee Candle.

Do you receive any subscription boxes (julep, lootcrate, ipsy, birchbox, etc.)?
No. I really kind of want the Bark Box for the dogs and the Loot Crate for me.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? If so, what type of scents?
Yes to tarts and candles (but not tealights - I love votives, pillars, jars, etc. I think I mentioned that I could use some ritual candles as well but maybe that was another swap since I'm in three active ones right now), no to incense. Yes to wall plug ins (the refills from B&BW) and to oil burner oils.

Anything on my extensive favorite scents is good for candles/tarts - I just updated my wish list and profile so that they matched. I added dislikes to my wishlist.

For candles I don't mind fruity but I still tend to go for vanilla, spiced vanilla, buttercream, marshmallow, woody, smoky, resiny, spicy, foresty, rose, lavender, sandalwood-vanilla, sandalwood-coconut, witches brew (yankee candle) and I'd LOVE try the new halloween yankee candle scent. It was sold out online.

I do the wall plug ins from B&BW (Wall flowers?) but I only have one plug in. I could use another just plain one.

I love the electric tart burner that Tarty is selling on her site, Paintbox Soapworks.

Is there anything you wish you could have picked up from the Dragon*Con exclusives?
I joined Deek's decant circle and have not received any of my items yet, so I can't say which ones I'd want.

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't got around to yet?
Well there aren't a whole lot I haven't received an imp of at one time or another, but I would like a bottle of Goblin (it's out of stock right now.) There are quite a few I'd like to have decants or imps of, those are on my wishlist (see signature.)

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral?
No copper or bronze or anything other than stainless steel or sterling silver. I've tried colored titanium jewelry and those made me break out and the color flaked off, so either they weren't really titanium (just painted) or I'm allergic to that too. I have a lot of jewelry type things on my etsy jewelry category so you can get an idea of what I like but honestly I almost never wear jewelry. I really need some new stud earrings but they really need long posts because my stupid lobes are so thick.

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?
I love gargoyles/grotesques (that hang on walls) and wall sconces but I don't need any knick knacks. Super cool magnets would be ok. Huge throw pillows (I use them as lap desks), lap blankets. I do have a huge selection of things for the Home on my Amazon wishlist (one of the ones on the side called Furniture and Home. There are a ton of halloween decor type things on there that I would like of like that are knick knacks. ha!)

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites?
I can't write very well so I prefer not to receive any type of journal or writing implements please.

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place?
meh. I think I talked about this in the previous question about fun or plain socks. I have huge feet, muscular calves, and fat thighs so I feel like a lot of stuff never fits. I'll go look at Sock Dreams and if there is anything that catches my eye I'll use the universal amazon wishlist deal and they will be saved to my "wearables" list. I wouldn't mind receiving hand knitted socks - my measurements are all linked to my ravelry profile.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free?
Most of the candy type things I'm interested in are either pinned to my Pinterest (Eat Me board) or on my Amazon wishlist (Edibles section.) edit: and on my etsy food favorites.

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc.
I kind of have mixed feelings about this as we have raised animals for food and we try to use all of the parts if possible (rabbits, chickens, turkeys, steers, goats.) I own fur (inherited), leather jackets, belts, shoes, etc. I have a huge bag of buckskin that is from my grandfather. It's super buttery soft and I need to figure out what to make with it. It's mostly scraps but maybe enough for shoes/gloves/hat (although not really what I'd want to make.)

How do you feel about "toys" - stuffed animals and the like?
I like amigurumi (crocheted toys) or small knitted toys but in reality I don't have much room for anything like that and it's possible that they would be eviscerated if my dogs got a hold of them while I was not looking.

Did you see the eclipse last night? How do you feel about astrological events, like eclipses? Any interest in the Blood Moon Eclipse scent from BPAL?
I saw bits of it but didn't sit outside and watch the whole thing. I kept checking on it though. Shared some photos from my family and friends on facebook. My other half, R, goes back to California tomorrow after being home for a week and my brother's birthday is going to happen while R is out of town (R will be gone until November) so we took brother out for birthday dinner.

Love astrological events and how it's easier to keep track of them through BPAL...

Someone might have already ordered the Blood Moon scent since she had some PayPal balance from selling other BPAL. Thinkingshe might order the lunacy too after seeing reviews on how awesome it was.

Witchee's, how tall are you? And perhaps, what's your arm span (from wrist to wrist)?
Um, I'm about 5'6" and arm span is approximately 57" if I'm measuring it myself like I would for a shawl. (I like my shawls and wraps much longer than that if this pertains at all.)

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference?
Um, I'm not really into the elements per se? My zodiac sign, Virgo, is earth. I'm a Metal Dog on the lunar zodiac calendar (Autumn and night time are definitely mine, I match up pretty well there. People describe me as "hypervigilant". But I also meet a lot of the virgo things.) I've never felt super close to earth, more to water. And the animals I like best were supposed created by Poseidon (horses! hippocampus!)

How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one?
No thank you!

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets?
No scarves or cowls please. I don't like triangular shaped shawls - I like long skinny crescent or boomerang shawlettes, circular shawls or wraps/stoles. No mittens or gloves. I wear fingerless mitts. I have all kinds of things in a "make for me" bundle under my ravelry favorites.

how do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com?
I don't really like online classes, sorry! Too much back and tail bone pain!

What do we want from Paintbox Soapworks? (or their etsy site.)
Pretty much the only thing I would want are the sorbettos and/or tarts -- unless she gets more of the heavy goat milk body cream in a jar in lavender honey. (No slip, that doesn't work for my skin.) Oh, and the tart warmer. I will say that I have am NOT short on scrubs - I have about 10+ in my closet to still use, and a have a few boxes of tarts, so these are super NOT a priority.

Would like to try scents of tarts/sorbettos in:
- Afternoons + Eiderdowns
- Candyfloss
- The Englishman
- Halcyon
- Libby and Lavender
- Smoky Jack
- Whiskers

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer?
I don't have any room for anything that sits so hang it is! I like black or silver frames. Not sure about style, usually boring. *wink*

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows?
Meh. I'm not a huge fan of marshmallows except for the scent in Cocoa Pink stuff. *wink* I don't mind them on drinking chocolate or in smores but I prefer the vegan style. Although "fudge" made with the marshmallow creme is pretty good.

Are you a slatherer or a dabber?
depends on the scent. I would say more in between.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary.
I have already said that I prefer loose leaf tea as that is generally higher quality. I listed companies I like/don't like.

Prefer stainless steel, glass or ceramic over plastic accessories. I'm trying to do away with any plastic things I have that are food making or storage related. I don't like "tea ball" infusers, I prefer this kind. I also have an ingenuitea (but ugh plastic) and a glass pot with a plastic infuser (which I never use the infuser part of, because plastic.) The glass pot is great for "blooming" tea though. I have a Tardis (chrome colored) teapot and metal infuser but they are brand new, purchased during a huge sale, and I might gift them to someone else in a swap at some point. Never opened, sitting in my storage area. I would love a cast iron pot but I worry about the quality of the ones from World Market since they have a big warning that you are not supposed to actually use them on a burner or get them hot (maybe the paint quality is really bad?)

The top three blends I would like to try are all on my Amazon edibles wishlist - Whittards 1886 blend (and a few other Whittard blends, all available from Annies Tea Time in California), Butterscotch from Mariage Freres, and anything on my list from Damman Freres (unfortunately I don't know where you can get Mariage or Damman in the US anymore. The Tea Cup here in Seattle used to carry them before going out of business.)

Villainess is putting out brand new stuff for the first time in a while (as opposed to bringing back former lines). Sooo.... who wants it?
Way ahead of you. I already added to my Pinterest.

How does everyone feel about duct tape crafts? Any favorite patterns?
No thank you!

Are there any flowers you especially like?
Mostly extremely fragrant flowers. Roses (especially blue and black ones. Grandiflora, floribunda, rugosa, whatever. Love Potion, Sterling Silver, Taboo, Purple Tiger, etc. The more fragrant the better. I had over 50 bushes before I moved.) Stargazer Lilies. Lavender (I used to have 11 varieties before I moved.) Chocolate cosmos is fun. Scented geraniums. Gardenias except it isn't humid enough here so mine never bloom. Jasmine of all sorts. I have mostly herbs and things for bees/butterflies in my little tiny container garden - Bee balm, salvia, many varieties of mint, sage, basil, oregano, lavender, thyme, lemon verbena, etc.

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar.
No thank you, I've already made all of the ones I need.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting"?
No buntings or ornaments. I don't have room for knick knacks or hanging banners/bunting/ornaments. I do like day of the dead themed things as you can probably tell by my Pinterest (I KNOW, they're in my Halloween group, but it's named that because of NMBC! I know they're not Halloween stuffs! *hangs head*)

Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example.
Please no bookmarks. I don't use them and I keep getting them gifted to me. I seriously have a box of bookmarks (metal, laminated, paper, with yarn, ribbons, beads, etc.) I mostly use my ipad for reading these days. So I don't need a light or anything. (I have a huge ott lamp right above my couch area that I use to knit so if I'm reading a hard copy book, I just use that.)

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that?
I think I already mentioned that I do not want any journals or paper items or recipe cards or notebooks or pens or pencils or ... sorry! can't write! sucks!

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween?
It doesn't really ever change for me. I'm lucky if I ever change the cd in my car since I don't carry my huge book with me. Sometimes I remember. Usually not. In which case it's radio or sometimes I'll plug my phone in. But I lost my itunes hdd and haven't bothered trying to recover it yet (I'm thinking maybe it was the computer that died - system board - and not the hdd but I'm just too unmotivated to look into it. I haven't even bothered hooked up my new printer that has been sitting here in a box for months. So, um, long story short, I haven't loaded any new music on my phone in ages either. And I'm too lazy to bring my ipod unless I'm going on a long trip although nowadays I'll just listen to an audio book on audible.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all?
No.
Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .?
Sugar skulls, skulls, skeletons, bats, gravestones, gargoyles/grotesques. But this is normal for all year, it isn't halloween specific... We carve pumpkins. I have an actual coffin out in the shed that sometimes we use for decor in the front yard but the past 5-6 years we haven't done anything. So I would say more Gothy. Definitely not folksy. I'm all black, silver, purple or red. None of this orange/brown autumn crap. *wink* But not really cutesy or scary. I mean, I like cutesy cthulhu stuff (pink! stuffed!) but other people might consider that sinister.

I bought the Portal board game last week & it came with a Portal 2 steam free download code. I already have the game on another console & it's one of my favorite series of all time. Soooo, would you want it?
I have not played Portal. Would it work as a steam download for my PC? I think the only steam game I currently play is Skyrim. But I would be interested in trying it!

Have you read The Martian? Or do you plan on watching the movie?
Other half is out of town so no movies for me in theatre. Maybe we will see if when he is back but most likely will wait until available on redbox and I have a free rental code. Not really my type of book to read either.

NaNo: Pertaining to that, how does everyone feel about such things? Will anyone be participating? How about NaNo swag, is there any you want?
No thanks, I loathe writing. I do like reading though!

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss.
As a beekeeper I love honey! But I am sincerely grossed out by overly processed and contaminated honey that is sold in grocery stores and will only get honey directly from beekeepers. (Honey is one of those things that the FDA doesn't regulate or test and there is a lot of it dumped on our market by other countries because the other country won't allow it to be sold there because of all the poison and chemicals in it! Seriously! Scary shit!) I don't currently have bees; I need to order a queen and drones. But I have the suit and hives and etc. My parents usually have bees on their property and receive honey and honeycomb in exchange. I love ethically sourced beeswax, again preferably directly from the beekeepers.

How do you feel about bumper stickers and car magnets? What do you like--cute, pretty, snarky, geeky/fandomy?
I have some on both my Amazon and my etsy lists. Would love some Firefly ones! I like fridge magnets too. I'm more snarky geeky fandomy.

Do you have any phobia's that your Witch should be aware of?
Not especially. acrylic yarn? walmart? lack of coffee?

Trading Post Weenies are live! Anything calling to you?
I love the skull mug and am lusting over the Goodbye perfume (with the spirit board) and wouldn't say no to the Yes perfume either. But so expensive. I'd kind of like to try the Dead Leaves, Patch, Warm Musk, Honey HG but I'm afraid of the dead leaves note. I'm thinking that October room spray would be nice once in a while, but maybe not nice enough to get a whole bottle of.

Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails?
I only paint my toenails, so no thank you. The only thing I would put on my fingernails would be strengthener, which I do need.

Do you like or want to try Marmite?
Isn't that a large squirrel??? (oh, no, wait, that's Marmot!) No thanks, I'm good. I think I can get marmite here at World Market if I so desire.

Some folks have already said they do not want used nail polish. If you haven't already chimed in about that... would you be interested in a bottle of BPTP claw polish (in this case, either Event Horizon or Baku) that has been used for one manicure?
I have already purchased all of the BPTP polishes I wanted, I think the same day they came out.

Are there any DISCONTINUED (not LE) BPAL oils that you wish you had, or had a little more of?
Bitch, Grr, and I never got to try Ugh. And of course Loviatar, Black Opal, Antique Lace, De Sade, Blood Countess, March Hare, Yvaine, Fairy Market (the Stardust perfumes were my first purchase in 2007.) Maybe an imp of Tintagel.

Is there anything fairly basic that you're always running out of and need to buy more of?
I go through the new iphone/ipad cables pretty fast but I get them at Frys for $5 or so. Lighters/matches for candles. (I used to collect matchbooks. I wonder what happened to them all? Probably out in my shed.) Lip balm (but I'm pretty picky on balm and try to get all natural/organic stuffs.)

Anything interest you from the recent Blooddrop update?
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
Vanilla Marshmallow Sugar Bar
Goodnight Pumpkin Sugar Bar

And these sound good too (but I definitely don't need more perfume):
Ankou - Dry amber, black musk, soft Autumn spices, Somalian myrrh, labdanum, Bourbon vanilla, and lavender.
Elegy - Ceremonial musk, Indian sandalwood, Somalian myrrh, sweetened clove, tea rose, vanilla, and American lavender.
Misfortune - Vanilla tea darkened with anise.
Pumpkin Musk - Rich pumpkin spices, amber, a blend of black musks, wood notes, myrrh, patchouli, and sweet clementine.
Santa Meurte - A beautiful, deep fragrance of warm, red musk, deep labdanum, tobacco, marigold, ginger, sweet davana, and the reddest blood red rose.

How to you feel about foreign spices/flavorings?
I love them! I would like to cook more thai, indian, greek, etc. So far I've only done Indian and it's pretty easy (and to be honest, we have a lot of international markets and indian specific groceries around so finding spices isn't very tough.) I love different gourmet sugars and salts as well. I need a mortar and pestle for all of my whole spices - I know I have one somewhere but it's packed out in one of the three sheds with the majority of my belongings so kind of in limbo.

Dearest Witchee, can I get you anything from Shiro Cosmetics? I'm going to place an order soon and perhaps you are interested in some of their goodies? https://shirocosmetics.com (https://shirocosmetics.com)
I don't wear a lot of cosmetics unless we're going out but I added some to my pinterest.
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Switch Witch 2015 - Help Post

9/21/15 - I think I'm updated - but will keep progressing! (we haven't even gotten assignments yet! Ha!)


Etsy Favorites: https://www.etsy.com/people/Izile/favorites?ref=si_fav

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/izile/

Amazon Wishlist - http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/7KANCDM0KO7J/ref=cm_wl_sortbar_o_page_1

Sockdreams wishlist - http://www.sockdreams.com/_users/wishlists/edc0bc670665758

BPAL Website wishlist: best to work with my forum one. http://www.bpal.org/index.php?showtopic=127&st=1500&p=1239783&&do=findComment&comment=1239783

Adagio Tea Wishlist: http://www.adagio.com/pages/customer_profile.html?userId=295335SW

More as I think of it...

ah, things I might have forgotten that might be important:

I do not own a smart phone, though I do now own a very basic ASUS tablet, but in general "apps" or similar content aren't going to work.

Other answers from the SW thread to consolidate info:

Pumpkin:

I don't like pumpkin or pumpkin-spice flavored/scented things, but I like things made with real pumpkin, like pumpkin bread! (YUM)

Alcohol: YES!! But I am a little picky in each area.

I am the office lush, I am a big cocktail fan (of GOOD cocktails), my sister works for a local distillery and has her WSET-4 certificate. I love wine, beer, ciders, meads, spirits - LOVE ALL the big categories!

(Also, seconeded: Foggy Ridge IS amazing! - especially their Serious Cider!)

Wine: I prefer whites and roses over most reds, don't like heavy tanins, and do not like chardonnay! California wine is probably my least favorite area - like South American, and of course, French/Italian/Spanish. I don't tend to like sweet wine unless it's a dessert wine.

Beer: Would love to try homemade beer! I'm not a huge hop fan, don't do IPAs, but I love hefeweissens, porters, stouts, dubbles, triples, quads, barley wines, sours, lambics, and almost everything else! Just nothing tooo hoppy

Cider: LOVE ciders! I especially like dry sparkling ciders like the Foggy Ridge Serious Cider, lots of great ciders around NY! However, I am not a fan of ciders like Angry Orchard, Ace, and the overly sweet low ABV ones.

Mead: I get a little obsessive, even driving out of state to go on mead hunts, to host mead tasting parties (and write mead reviews on my blog), and just went to my first meadery tour this summer - again, I prefer the drier more complex modern meads, not so much the sticky sweet ren faire meads (I detest Carrol's and Chaucer's - so far I think HoneyMaker is my favorite meadery, but they're out of Maine and hard to track down sometimes! - but always looking for new ones!)

Spirits: sis works for a local craft distillery, and has really taught me a lot about the craft spirits movement, so I really get excited by new local spirits I've never heard of before, or don't get sold in my area. Vodka is my least favorite spirits, with Bourbon being my most favorite. I also love local cordials and liqueurs, and have a little obsession with running around trying to find good fruit eau de vie.

Yellowstone: - I don't generally do souvenirs for places I've never been to ... but huckleberry? I do like most berry-things

Penny Dreadful: never got into it

Tea/Coffee: I drink coffee very rarely, normally at work (there's a nespresso machine right by my desk) and when I do it tends to be caramel or mocha or some such, with lots of milk, lil sugar. I'm much more a tea drinker - I've tried to start an adagio tea wishlist, but I'm not especially brand loyal. Do like Dryad Tea on etsy. I like black, green, white and some red teas, herbal, fruity, iced, hot, sweet, unsweet. I am a tea fan. Just as examples, my favorites are: southern sweet black iced tea (do not need more of, though, have a bulk package of loose leaf just for that), the chocolate mint green tea from adagio (tried to make a chocolate mint black tea variation, is good), I've also tried to make a tea that's little creamy, little vanilla, lots of pomegranate and a little rose with a black tea base. Only no - I don't like licorice!

Sense of humor: weird? dry? british? lil dark? I'm not a fan of puns, but clever word play can be cute. My favorite comedians are Dylan Moran, Bill Bailey, Eddie Izzard... see, british... I like wacky (Monty Python) and somewhat surreal sometimes (Mighty Boosh), but it can go too far (Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy Hour).

Board Games: I do love games, but don't always have enough folks to play with. Currently most folks seem obsessed with the sith's bigger blacker box of Cards Against Humanity, and the new Exploding Kittens game. Wise & Otherwise is one of my favorite board games I never get to play (really need 5+ people to make it really fun! It's in the Balderdash family)


Is there anything that you specifically do NOT want to receive?

Gloves, with my Reynaud's I have to have very particular gloves. Also bar soap - I have a LOT right now, and I can only use bar soap as hand soap anyway. I think those are the big "I'm good" general categories. Can update later if I remember more.

Plain or fun socks? Fun socks! I have an extensive Sockdreams collection and wishlist - so I'm not hurting for socks in any way, but I'm kinda hooked on fun new socks.

Name one (or as many as you would like) thing you would like to learn more about?
I'm interested in learning more about all sorts of new things, DIY books, like silver clay books, is something I've always wanted to play with, but never took the leap. Or a better guide to polymer clay sculpting, or with resins.... I also love general sciencey lay-person books like "Stuff Matters" (great read) and Michio Kaku's just about everything (halfway through his brain book) loved Dr. Oliver Sach's Musicophila book, and I am fascinated by neuroscience. I'm also always up for learning more about stuff I've got a good foundation in, like specialty cookbooks, or gardening books (lots of this is on my Amazon wish list, though).

What one thing would you like to do more of?
I miss arting and crafting as much as I used to before the full-time day job.

What are some things that fascinate you? Or, What would you like to know more about?
Isn't this kind of like the above question? I'm really all over the place.

Would you like any cookie butter (just to be clear, store-bought, not home-made, and does contain wheat since it's, y'know, cookie butter)? No thank you, not my thing.

Is there any particular piece (or pieces) of art (painting, photograph, etc) that speaks to you in some way? I have a lot of aesthetic feels. I love Stephanie Pui-Mu Law (have her tarot deck, and some art), but classically I like impressionism and romanticism, but I can also get sucked in by modern art or the old masters. I also love really bizarre things, like Edward Gorey, S. Fischer Williams, Gris Grimley, etc.

Liliths: I think I won't need 5ml of any of the Liliths. However, decants of Little Lady Macbeth, My Baby and a Baby Goat, maybe My Little Muse of Fire - I caved and joined a decant circle for My Baby and a Baby Goat and My Little Muse of Fire.

Knit/Crochet: I do neither, so I'm fascinated by both. I have a special attraction to the yarn made from old silk sari fabric that's all sorts of bright colors. There's also some yarns I look at at the Union Square green market once in a while, even though I don't knit, because they're so pretty and soft (the booth sells yarn in natural dyes, made entirely out of their sheep, they also sell skins, cheese, and meat from the same sheep). There's this gorgeous dusky cobalt blue, little lighter than gunmetal blue that is sooo attractive to me... but I have not the skills.

Keep Putting Off: Sometimes buying small things in NYC is a pain in the butt, because you have to go to a specialty shop for anything, almost. I have a UtopiaArmory chainmail bikini top, and I somehow lost one of the black grosgrain ribbons that ties it together in the back (about an inch wide) - and I know it's a simple thing, but I just never get around to going and getting a new ribbon for my bikini top. Also, just got a new corset, and it's laces are basically just super long shoe laces, would love something nicer, like a black satin ribbon, strong enough for coresting, maybe 1/2" to 1" wide, and it doesn't have to be super crazy long because it's only a little cincher, but obviously long enough, and I do own scissors, so I can cut ribbon down) - but things like this, I never go to the fabric district, and they're such small things... ugh! That'd be great if my witch lives in a place with a Jo-Ann's or a Hancock Fabric, and could just run in and buy me a couple of yards or good ribbon.

Lush: I like Lush's products, but I don't like their scents, with the very rare exception, all of their stuff smells off/funky/slightly spoiled or stale or just plain bad to me. I do love You Snap the Whip, though. And I do like about 1/3rd of their massage bars, but I currently have 5, and can't get the sith to use them (on me) as much as I'd like. I like things like bubble bars and bath bombs, generally, but again, don't like the way Lush one's smell most of the time. I do like the You've Been Mangoed bath melt, that one smells good.

Handmade vs store-bought: for me it really depends on the thing. Though I'd rather have homemade edibles than store-bought; but I don't know anyone who can make cool thigh-hi tights, or who makes their own tea bags - so things like that, obviously store-bought is perfectly OK.


SPICY! : I'll word it just about the same as I did last year, on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" and 10 being "ghost pepper? scorpion pepper? I laugh at these! I love as much heat as you can throw my way!" Where are you? I'm probably around a 2 or 3, very very low near nil tolerance of heat.

Holy Grail: - I'm not sure I have one, persay? I have some that I gravitate to more than other, Josie and Dawn: Maiden are two of my big-bigs. But one Holy Grail scent that displaces all the others? Couldn't narrow it down to one.

Other Companies: for perfume oils, I'm pretty much just BPAL, though I do like my bottle of CB: I Hate Perfume, Just Breathe. Their stuff is pretty distinctive, and no itching/sneezing. I do love the gloss sprays and sugar scrubs and lip balms from Haunt, and I've only had a lip balm from Haus of Gloi, but it was great! Miss that one (used it alll up!) It seems a lot of my other favorite indie bath/body companies have shut down (Sideshow Soaps went to grad school, Latherati never got back up and running) - oh, and I am very curious about Villainess stuff, since I've liked what I've tried through BPTP, but I've only tried their BPTP stuff.. so.. unsure.

Digital/Analog: Both. I mean, I circle around the steampunk theme, though I don't belong to any groups, so I like that aesthetic and old stuff like that. However, I also have a zune for my mp3s, and I do like some podcasts, and would like to listen to more, have a kindle app on my ASUS tablet - though I tend to prefer paper books, some books are better as digital, especially if they're going to be train reading (or if they only come in digital download with no paper version available).

Kitchen Wants/Needs: I have a tiny kitchen so I don't have room for all the things I'd love to have. There's not a bare wall, or a place to even hang anything (very sad face), and also almost nil counter space (super duper sad face). And I think I've got a pretty comprehensive spice cabinet already... there is that one spice organizer that's marked on my amazon wishlist - that might be the only thing if someone found brilliant space organizing (I have to fit pretty much my entire pantry on one shelf, and it frequently looks a mess, despite my best Virgo efforts at playing tetris with all the cans, boxes of pasta, and baking goods.)

Affinity for specific animals: lots of them, I have a ladybug totem, I have a very touching story about my grandmother that connects me to goldfinches, I have always been a horse-obsessed girl, and thus also unicorns and pegasi (to a slightly lesser extent) but fantasy also takes me into dragons, love love dragons, too - though in all these things, I tend not to like silly/cutesy/cartoony versions. (the last unicorn cartoon is a rare exception to the that, but so pretty!!) - I also have an inexplicable draw towards foxes, and I love cats. And phoenixes, forgot to mention phoenixes - bit of a personal symbol.

Scary Movie: I like the occasional scary movie when I'm in the mood, but it's nothing I get fan-girlish about, or can even really remember. If you count them, I guess the Evil Dead movies would be favorites, because they're one of the few movies I can watch repeatedly.

Weenies: I'm curious about all the Apples (though I just asked for decants of 1, 2 and 4) - also curious about Unquiet Grave and Liebeszauber

Blu-Ray or DVD: DVD would have to go to the sith's house to watch a blu-ray

Game Systems: we have a Wii (classic, not updated), and sis uses it mostly - me, rarely. Sith has an Xbox 360 and Xbox One, but both live with him and I barely ever touch them.

Halloween Costume: I haven't even thought about this yet.

Talk to me about bags, what kinds do you like? Sizes and styles?

I'm also picky about purses, constantly turning down the sith's Mom constantly trying to unload her old ones on me. Half the time, I run around with an old beaten up black leather backpack that can and has take a beating. The other times are mostly split between two purses, one is a black leather mini backpack with lots of pockets, though the lining is shredding all through it, so it might not be long for this world ( :-( - ), it's a good daily purse, plain, external and internal pockets, big enough to hold my brick of a wallet and keys, and my tablet fits in it, except it peeks out the top a bit. I also have a dark red leather mini-backpack (a bit flatter where the black one is a proper satchel, just in miniature), but I don't use it that much, I do love it, just holds less than the black one, so I've been beating the hell out of it, instead of the red one. Oh, and an olive green mini backpack (I sense a theme) with brown leather straps that tends to be my con bag - it's really mini, holds my wallet and small things, but tablet won't fit, doesn't have many pockets, and just doesn't have much volume (I can fit amazing amounts of stuff in old blackie, as I have suddenly named it. Tablet, no problem. Bottle of wine? watch this! I'm going to miss it when it dies. . . . otherwise, I have a tiny vintage (40s?) beaded velvet hand clutch from the sith's Mom I've never used (my keys don't even fit), and a silvery-grey eel skin vintage envelope purse from my Mom (close as I have to a "nice" purse) - I think, sometimes, I should get a small, cute purse that would look nicer for nights out than just dragging old blackie everywhere, no matter how rough it's starting to look.

Fandoms: I have many fandoms, but I'm not especially fannish - I don't really collect much from any of my fandoms - I have a couple of pieces of Dark Tower art I love, and a small shelf dedicated to a tiny delegation of plastic ponies that represent the horde that lives at my parents house (3 breyers, 3 G1 MLP, 1 MLP FiM mini set + 1 found loosie + 1 gifted tiny sparkling Rarity ('cause she's my pony if I have to go FiM, though I honestly prefer G1) and 5 tokidoki unicorns. - I really should make a TokiDoki list or something, there are a couple I would LOVE to have, but not so much that I'll risk that many blind boxes, or pay the ebay prices. (mostly: I always wanted Fumo (to represent my sith), Sakura, Bambu, or Choccinella). Tchotchkies in general, smaller is better, and maybe some should live at the office with me... I do also have Welcome to Nightvale stuff, but I think I have everything I want that they make (girl scout badges, the weird at last poster, a couple of t-shirts. ..) and for the record, star wars is the sith's thing (thus his nickname), I'm a medium level fan (I have a custom lightsabre, but it was a gift, and I've dressed up as a night sister, but only to match him)

NY Ren Faire: None for me, I'll be attending myself, this Sunday!

Graphic Novels: I do like graphic novels, the new Sandman Overture is the only thing currently on my amazon wishlist - though I often lose track of graphic novels I wanted to read... I really enjoyed Pretty Deadly.

Colors: sure, easiest way I know to do this is Hex code. Dear witch, if you don't know HEX code. going by that chart: sgi lightblue, sgi slateblue, sgi beet, red, red 3, firebrick 3, rosybrown1, mistyrose1, chartreuse 4, sapgreen, dark green, green4, darkseagreen3, seagreen3, aquamarin2, lightblue1 and 2, deepskyblue3 and 4, skyblue 1, 2, 3, lightskyblue 1 2 3 4, steelblue (all), cornflowerblue, cobalt, medium purple 1 2, darkorchid 3 4, plum 3, thislte 1,2

Mall: Not a mall person, generally - I tend to only go these days when I need new bras/panties, and I need an Aerie. Here the Sephoras are stand alone, I go in them all the time.

Subscription Boxes: I am curious about these, I only get Birchbox, and the sith gets Lootcrate (but I get first dibs on anything fun, but haven't seen anything interesting in the last 2-3). There was a crowdsourcing page I can't remember where/which one anymore, but it was trying to start up a new goth box service, the DIY goth and Steampunk goth boxes looked cute, and you could get a one off...

Contact Level: I don't need a constant stream of tiny things, especially as for a week+ I'll be out of the country and anything sent will either end up sitting at my desk at work or at home (depending which address my witch chooses to use, I gave instructions on when I think it's safe to ship to my apt., and when you would REALLY want to not risk anything and send it to work) However, I think I'd rather not just have one big box at the end, maybe a small box or two then a medium one? I dunno, I mean, I really guess it just comes down to my witch and what works for them, and I'd probably feel better about one box if I wasn't ninja-ed the whole time up to the one box, I did say I didn't really want a ninja witch.

IKEA: I live near one, so don't need anything.

Do you like tarts/candles/incense? - I prefer candles out of those 3, though I do have a burner for wax melts/tarts if my witch was a big fan of some company and felt like I needed to be enabled, but I haven't had tarts in years because they tend to be too strong and I have tiny NYC apt. I currently have 3 scented candles, 2 are BPTP (Spanish Red Carnation, and Mulled Cider), the other is a nice fancy orange scented candle I got from my job. I also love plain/no scent added natural beeswax candles, especially in rolled tapers, though dipped is fine, too. I just like the look/texture of the rolled honeycomb ones. If you wanted to get me scented candles, votives are my favorite size. I just tend to not like anything too heavy, too sweet or too foodie. Incense, I used to get hand blended incense packets at the local pagan shop sometimes. But I usually picked them by purpose, not smell. I have a tiny unicorn incense burner that's cute - but incense is my least favorite and the most likely to upset my sinuses.

Is there anything you wish you could ahve picked up from D*Con? I got what I knew I absolutely wanted. Though Peach IX turned out to be a bust (should have tried Peach X or XIV instead... ) A 1oz decant of the Still Life with Peaches Atmo would be good. I still don't know about the hair glosses, not been many reviews on the peach ones yet. I consider them all risky at this point.

Is there a GC you've been dying to try but haven't gotten around to yet: not DYING for, but the ones in my bpal wishlist I'm curious about.

The questionnaire asked about gold & silver jewelry, but how do you feel about copper jewelry? Do you like colorful jewelry, or do you prefer to keep it neutral?
If it were something especially interesting, I think copper could be pretty - I do like rose gold colors, and they can sometimes be the same, and I love my copper rosebud hair sticks. I do prefer more colorful jewelry!

We asked about decorating style, but are you interested in receiving decorations for your home? Are you interested in things that go on the wall or things that go on shelves?
Size is a big issue, because of the tiny apartment and space, I have limited shelf space, and limited wall space. But, things that are especially awesome, I make room for.

Office supplies hound? Pens, pencils, journals, any preference, or favorites?
I already have an office supply hook-up, so I don't need anything in this department.

Talk to me about socks! Is there anything, dear, dear Witchee, that I can get for you from Sock Dreams? Anything from another place?
I am a sockdreams fiend, and have an up to date wish list from them in my blog.

I live near a huuuuge candy store. What kind of candy do you like? Gummies? Caramel? Chocolate? Sour? Sugar-free?
I'm not a big candy store fan in general.

How do you feel about animal products? Not so much animal toys or food, but more like furs, paws, bones, etc.
I'm totally cool with just about everything, as long as it's legal, clean, and not super gross (not that I expect my witch to spend that kind of money on me, but as an example THIS is kinda cool, THIS is gross.) - however, if my witch is in a wooded, rural area, and just happens to find a shed antler, that is VERY AWESOME. I have a nice sheepskin I picked up from a green market in RI last summer, adore it, and I'm always looking in the leathers and pelts stall at the ren faire.

restaurant.com gift cards: never used it. Isn't it like g/cs for chains, though? I try not to eat at chain restaurants, so probably not.

"toys" like stuffed animals: I do like them, but I'm pretty much at capacity for stuffed animals - the sith is fond of squishables, and I keep getting more (thankfully just the minis) than I have room for.

Fanfic: (I missed this one): no thanks

(I will answer my own question about the Eclipse): I did see it, couldn't see it from the back yard due to church in the way, but sis and I stood out on the sidewalk in our pjs sipping little cups of wine and watching the eclipse. I do like those sorts of things, very cool. However, I can totally pass on this month's Lunacy - both of them.

Height: I am 5'8" (don't know my arm span, but shouldn't it be just a bit shy of your height, if you go wrist to wrist? I only have a wooden ruler at my desk, but it seems like 24" from wrist to shoulder (if you count a high shoulder, like almost to the neck, like a ragland sleeve) )

How do you feel about the 4 elements? Or are you more of an Asian 5 elements person? Do you feel strongly about any of the elements, like a connection or a preference?

Personally, I jive more with the Western 4, and I'm more earth, with a big side of storm, then regular air, then fire, and water's last at the bottom.

How do you feel about online classes? Like, say, craftsy or creativebug? Or even lynda.com? I love them in concept, and would like to do more, but I am unsure if I have the free-time/personal discipline to use them adequately.

How do you feel about bento boxes? Is it something you would use if you were to get one? like the Japanese lunch boxes? I probably wouldn't use it.

Scarves, shawls or cowls? Mittens, gloves, fingerless mitts or wristlets? I could dig a cowl.. I mostly have scarves (shawls? I have a couple of pashminas?) - and I tend towards gloves, but with the Reynaud's I'm very particular, I tend not to go for mittens, unless they're the kind that flip back to reveal fingers. I love arm warmers, and have wanted some long gloves, never a great way to cover up the wrists in the brutal NYC winter!

If I were to make you some art, would you prefer a frame that hangs or one that sits? And what color/style would you prefer? I prefer hanging frames, and frames, I'm all over the place, I have a huge ornate reclaimed frame I repainted in a Night Circus theme, to simple white, black, and copper metal frames. Whatever jives with the art, I guess.

How do you feel about gourmet marshmallows? I'm generally not a marshmallow person, but homemade marshmallows are so good! I've occasionally made marshmallows with booze as flavoring, and they are sooo good in hot cocoa once the winter turns! If the gourmet ones were fresh (not stale in the store for months, like regular ones) I'd love some!

No cats for hats

Are you a slatherer or a dabber? depends on mood and oil - some oils I love to slather, but I'm more often a dabber.

Talk to me, dear witchies, about tea. I know we've covered this a little, but I really need the nitty gritty here- not just companies you like and don't like (Teavana? Adagio? David's? Some tiny place?) but I also want to know the other stuff: top 3 flavors, loose or bagged, the kinds of tea accessories you use- or have always wanted. Be specific. Provide links if necessary.
I'm not fond of David's, they put a lot of artificial flavors and sweeteners in some of their flavored blends, and I try and avoid those. I try and avoid artificial flavors in general, but a I ABSOLUTELY avoid artificial sweeteners, because the sith is allergic, and if tea is going to be in the house, he's going to drink it - also, I just dislike the aftertaste of artificial sweeteners. Teavana is fine, Adagio is my go-to out of the big corps, and I like DryadTea on etsy. Top 3 flavors are chocolate mint (green or black), and like that in teabags, and l prefer tea bags for my cold brew iced tea, but normally do loose leaf for my hot brewed iced tea. I also do loose leaf a lot for my morning black teas, which I like a variety of somewhat flavored, have been drinking a lot of pomegranate/raspberry vanilla rose black tea - could use a bit of a mix up there - getting colder, would like a ginger tea - always wondered if there was a ginger/coconut black tea, sounds good to me... I also try and drink really light refreshing green teas in the afternoon, and sometimes fruity bright white teas. Sometimes I do red tea, but normally not straight, something with more flavors, and vanilla goes well with a lot of red tea. I have all the tea equipment I really need/want.


ThinkGeek: I used to like them, but they've left a bad taste in my mouth after a few too many blatant etsy rip-offs, and sometimes less than stellar responses addressing getting caught red handed.

Villainess update:
I also am looking at Gingerleaf and Honeyleaf, though the whipped and the smooched. However, probably wouldn't do the honeyleaf whipped, as I just got the Honey and the Moon lotion from TokyoMilk

Are there any flowers you especially like? Yes! Roses, especially. My Mother's nickname for me is her rose, and when I was in China, the school children named me Mei Gui. If you could have a plant totem, mine would be rose. I also just really like lilacs, childhood obsession.

Would you be interested in any cozies or cases (yarn o fabric, not hard cases) for tech stuff (phone, laptop' etc) or for cups/mugs/bottles or anything else similar. I don't think I need anything in that department.

Would you like Halloween or Day of the Dead themed ornaments or a "bunting" ? Day of the Dead themed ornaments or small decorations sound fun! Not much for "bunting" in general

Duct tape crafts? I'm not especially sure about this, but dear witch, if that is your thing, I'd be interested to see your craft-fu in that area.
Are there witchees who would like book related gifts like a booklight, bookmark, bookseat or something for your reading gadget,like a cover or a light for example. a book light might be interesting, as long as it didn't need a plug-in. And I always need more bookmarks.

I make handmade journals, mini albums and similar items. Would my witchee be interested in something like that? Yea, verily, yea!

What songs/music/artists/CD's do you like to listen to around Halloween? Pretty much same stuff I listen to all year around.

Are you interested in leg warmers at all? no so much in the traditional sense, but the kind that are meant to stick out the top of tall boots look cute.

Is your Halloween style scary, cutesy, folksy, grotesque . . .? Unsure.... not cutesy... not grotesque.. maybe folksy/scary? maybe more old fashion kinda creepy, subtle suggestions of unease and "off-ness"??

Portal board game: pass

The Martian movie: pass

Honey or beeswax products? Discuss. Oh yes, please! The sith consumes amazing amounts of honey - actually slightly worrisome - but I'm also a fan, especially of regional varietals (there's a man at the union sq market who sells 5-6 seasonal flavors of honey, depending on where his bees were parked - goldenrod has been one of my favorites the past few years, but when I first found him, he had raspberry rose honey! Yum! And the old man with the blackberry farm back home sold blackberry honey from his bees that he used to pollinate his huge fields. I also love beeswax products - beeswax candles are a favorite (rolled tapers and votives, mostly, though I also like some of the molded ones - like my last witch got me this lovely beeswax candle that looked like a bottle with a floral motif, it smells great, even though I haven't burned it because it's so pretty! So definitely yes to beeswax, too!

Phobias: spiders

BPTP Weenies(!!!) Definite wants: A Fling in the Lagoon Bath Oil, October Claw Polish, Triple Dagger Pin (either)
Maybes or decants/sniffies preferred: Dead Leaves, Black Fig, Cacao and Copal HG (maybe, like even just the tiniest sample), Delayed at Ingolstadt Air Field Atmo, Moonbathing perfume, Pumpkin Spice Everything Claw Polish (I know you can't really get a sample of nail polish, but it's still a maybe), same with Second Spring Claw Polish.

​Speaking of nail things, it that time of year and I am doing my jamberry order, Would you want some Lovely Jamberry's for your nails? I have terrible nails (brittle, weak, thin, break all the time) - so I've never tried nail wraps, but I do get curious... so I wouldn't mind trying them. Jamberry specifically - looks like I'd like Snow and Ice, Silent Snow, Let it Snow, (maybe) Pumpkin Spice, or Kaboom, and would def do Into the North, Faux Fox, Fall Splendor, Fall Fancy, and Apple Cider would be my last pic


Marmite: no thank you

Used nail polish: I wouldn't object to a BPTP bottle that had already been tried - as long as the texture hasn't started going off, and that it wasn't an obviously almost empty/half-empty bottle - but one you tried and didn't like? Totally fine with that.

Are there any DISCONTINUED (not LE) BPAL oils that you wish you had, or had a little more of? Prunella. I loved that one.

Is there anything fairly basic that you're always running out of and need to buy more of? not off the top of my head...

Blooddrop update: no thanks.

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Darkling Tag questionnaire

1. What is your favorite candle scent? Warm Tobacco Pipe by DW Homes. (Tobacco, Suede, Aromatic Greens, Wood, Leather, Patchouli) 2.Do you have a favorite book? I'd have to say Sum - 40 Tales of the Afterlife 3.Are you a tea or coffee person? Both, but it varies from day to day. Recently though, tea. 4.What is your favorite brand and color of lipstick?Jeffree Star -Weirdo 5.What is your favorite perfume/cologne? BPAL of course! At the moment, I'd have to say Mort de Cesar 6.Do you have a celebrity crush? Not really, but if I had to chose one, it would be Dan Fogler in Fanboys (Hutch is my spirit animal.) 7.If you had to give up the color black, what color would you choose instead? Probably a royal purple. 8.If you could change your name to a stereotypical 90s/2000s gothy name, what would it be? Wednesday! 9.What are your top three tips for surviving hot weather while black clad? 1. Light fabric, 2. Dresses/breathable pants, 3. Stay in the shade. 10.What song will always make you happy (doesn’t have to be a goth band)? Teardrops - Massive Attack 11.Are you active in the arts (ex. Play an instrument, paint, write, etc)? I play ocarina, piano, harp and glockenspiel. I've never been super talented with drawing, but I love DIY projects. 12.If you had a teacup or mug made inscribed just for you, what would you have it say? I already have mine! It reads "Because Chocolate Can't Get You Pregnant." 13.What is your number one non-gothy hobby? Video Gaming, i guess. I spend an obnoxious amount of time at LAN centers. 14.If you could be a supernatural creature, what would it be & why? I'd like to be a shapeshifter, and get to change my look every day. No more spending money on hair bleach! 15.What horror monster-based super power would you have? I'd like to turn invisible on command. 16.Do you feel confident or comfortable interacting with other Goths or gothy people (online or IRL)? Why or why not? Definitely online. I have pretty severe social anxiety, diagnosed and medicated, and I'm still not entirely comfortable talking to people in real life. Even people I already consider friends. But, I'm always happy to make new friends! 17. Which is more important for a look: Great hair or great makeup? I don't think either are necessary. Just do you, if you don't like to spend a lot of time getting ready, so what? 18.Is there something you wish there was more of in your subculture? I'd wish for more awareness and acceptance. Please, mommy of 3 walking towards me on the sidewalk, don't cross the street to avoid me. And don't scold your child for saying she liked my hair. I'm actually a nice person. 19.Care to share an embarrassing story related to your “darkliness“? When I was about 11, I was just starting to get into the goth subculture, and was just googling "goth makeup". Well, I came across this image of a girl that had drawn barbed wire across her eyes, and decided "YES! That's gonna be my thing!" So, i practiced and practiced, and when the next Monday came, I decided to show off my awesome goth-points at school. Apparently, the teachers didn't like my makeup as much as I did, and sent me to the principals office for "causing a distraction." So the nurse in the office wiped all my makeup off, while i was screaming and crying my eyes out because YOU CAN'T DO THIS TO ME, I AM THE NIGHT! I went back to class makeup-less. 20.How are you at DIY? I LOVE DIY! I cosplay, I'm currently making my own Ren. Fair costume, I make a lot of my own furniture when I can't find anything like what I'm looking for. DIY is easily how I spend 20% of my time.   Quickly describe your ideal wedding: I don't actually want to get married, I find it superfluous unless for legal reasons. Confessional (aka True or False): I love watching cheesy romance films: False   I ALWAYS remember to wash off my makeup at night: True!   I sleep with plushies: True   I wear non-black pajamas most nights: False   I still listen to a boy band that had disbanded years ago: Absolutely true   I think Andrew Eldritch is overrated: True   I don’t like vampires: True   I don’t like clubs: True   I’m dating a goth/darkly-inclined person: False   I don’t enjoy graveyards: False   Blood makes me queasy: True   I’d sooner faint than pet a spider: False! Spiders are my favorite.   I don’t like haunted houses: False   I still browse Hot Topic’s clearance racks: True   I’ve never read Dracula: False   I think “Bela Lugosi’s Dead” is a long & boring song: True, I'm not the hugest Bauhaus fan anyway.
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