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Switch Witch 2016 answers

I will edit these as questions come in. Last updated October 20, 2016

Subscription boxes?
I never got into them. I do like my weekly farm share during the growing season though!

Any makeup/body/skin type stuff you'd like to get samples of?
Primers, color mascaras, makeup removers, cloths.

So, I know it's late in the round for a new question, but ThinkGeek is having a big Halloween sale. Anything catch your eye?
No, not me.

Ginger or spearmint flavor?
Ginger.

Witchee, would you like (would you wear?) a long wrap choker?
I wouldn't -- I'm just not a jewelry person except for hair toys.

Commissioned art:
I can't think of anything I want ....

Would you be interested in anything from the market?
Lots of things!
Blueberries or raspberries; beetroot powder, hibiscus powder, horseradish powder, raspberry powder or za'atar; marionberry or nectarine apricot jam.

Things from BPTP update that interest me:
MonsterPAC buttons, Pumpkin Orange hair gloss, October Dusk bath oil, Lavender Pumpkin Floss perfume. Decants are great -- it takes me a long time to use a bottle.

Would any witchees be interested in strawberry, pumpkin & apple, or milk flavor Pocky?

I'd be interested in trying the pumpkin & apple.

Though I've been playing with sculpee lately and like making sort of character or fandom inspired bead/pendants, would that be something you'd like or have use for?
Not for me, thanks.

Weenies: I'm interested in trying out Tomb Moss, Apple VI, The Avenging Vase, and Candy Bag Debris.

Pepper powders: I love peppers. I already have plenty of paprika, chipotle, and jalapeno. I'd be up for trying some other things.

Erotica or BDSM: Erotica, yay. BDSM, not my flavor. I tend to go for longer stories or novels with well-developed characters.
I'm a honey aficionado (I really love honey) and our renn Faire has a local honey booth we go to every year and our trip is coming up. Anything from http://www.beefolks.com/default.aspsuit your fancy in particular (honey or otherwise since they have other products?)

I'd love to try some of their blueberry honey.

Any other renn Faire goodies in general? I have a friend who is a wood carver there and they make adorable geeky pins amount other things and Harry Potter wands?
Here are the artisans there: http://www.rennfest....mation/artisans
There's lots that intrigues me there! I'm really digging the beautiful drinking vessels from Goodly Woods, and the beaded hairsticks from KJ Craftworks,

New Question: Do you celebrate Mabon? Would you like "witchy" or pagan decorations and objects? For example, pentacle wall hangings, mabon poppets, corn dollies, ritual candles, etc?
I'm celebrating Mabon today and have everything I need, thanks!

Anyone hankering for Craftsy classes? Through tomorrow all classes are $20 or under.
No, but you've given me some ideas for projects just by getting me to Google Craftsy. :-)

And now a question from me:
Would you be interested in any of the following: jigsaw puzzles; puzzle books (like word searches or crossword puzzles or suduko); coloring books; card games; board games? Feel free to elaborate on preferences for any of the above!
Crosswords, coloring books, and board games are all things I like to play with. Board games I already have and enjoy are Apples 2 Apples and Encore. I could also use any fun music games for my younger piano students -- or even my adult ones if you find something appropriate.

The second part of the Haus of Gloi update is live tomorrow (the 25th)- is there anything you're interested in?
I haven't tried their stuff before. The Pumpkin Butter in Imp sounds nice.

I'm going to the NY Renaissance Faire tomorrow- anything you'd like me to look for?

A Hair Twisters ponytail wrap and/or a large, smooth snood.

Kings Game by Lisa Millraney on Kindle - I'm not familiar - open to it if you think I'd like it. I have a Kindle Cloud Reader on my desktop.

Seattle Chocolates: Maybe! The chili orange looks intriguing.

Hibiscus seeds?
No thanks - it won't grow in my zone.

Off-color needlepoint?
No thanks.

What interests you from the latest (pre-Halloween) update?
A Little More Tea, Holy Trinity, San Cristobal de la Habana (er, whatever it's being called now!), Spider Witch.
Like beer? What kind? Booze? Same question!
Teetotaler here.

What kinds of things do you like to wear?
I mentioned some in my questionnaire ... will add more here later.
How clothes feel is the first consideration. I like smooth fabrics, room to move, lack of seams/tags/iron-ons, lack of static. I feel naked without pockets on the bottom half of my clothing. I can't stand them on the top half. I like wearing long skirts, cords, jeans, t-shirts, shoes that are practical and cute (I love my chucks with rainbow stars), v-neck cardigans, zip-front hoodies. If you need more info, let me know!

Caramel? Salted? Chocolate?
I like caramels in general, yes to salted, yes to chocolate, and if you can find cinnamon ones I'll be especially ecstatic.

Would you be interested in home made food items?
- garlic dill pickles
- blackberry jam
- dried honey crisp apples
- applesauce (with or without red hots)
- elderberry syrup (with honey and apple cider vinegar - great for immune boosting)
- honey from our bees
- rose petal liquor (made with our own rose petals and everclear but diluted down a bit so it doesn't knock you over)
- baked goods of your choice, what do you like or dislike?
Do you make anything else with those rose petals? I don't do liquor, but jam or baked goods made with rose petals would be amazing.
Applesauce with red hots also sounds good.

Would you be interested in project bags/pouches? I usually make flat bottom round pouches with a pocket inside and a drawstring. Possibility of embroidery if we still have the huge commercial machine. I can't envision what I'd use these for, so I guess no.

Are you allergic to any fiber or do you know what kind of yarn you prefer? (merino, merino cashmere, merino cashmere silk, 100% silk, 100% cashmere, merino nylon, BFL, BFL silk, etc. Or do you like acrylic?) I love 100% silk and cashmere, like acrylic and plant fibers. I don't know if I'm actually allergic, but merino and BFL make me itch.
Knitted items? Type?
I could really use an oversize silk beanie and/or silk dreadlock tube-type hat. A cashmere cardigan would be amazing, though that seems a lot to ask.
Colors?
Solid color blue, black or burgundy.

Would you want a quilted pot holder?
Sure.

Do you have any preferred flavour of shortbread?
I'd like to try it with orange zest, chopped almonds, or lavender -- or anything special you make that you think I'd like.

Do you want anything from the UK?
I'm going there soon, but won't have time to shop. Nice black teas (in bags) are always appreciated. Or violet creams, if they'll travel well. Oh, if it's easier/cheaper to get over there in my size and different colors, I do have a favorite bra that's from the UK.

Do you want anything from Japan?
I'd like to try some of those unique-to-Japan KitKat flavors, like apricot seed, matcha milk, or Houji tea. Or maybe a nice hair accessory. Or cute stickers. Or nice a nice silk pillowcase ....

Okay with reused mailing materials?
Yes, absolutely!

Raging Harry Potter fan?
I've read the series but not the auxiliary books, so not *raging*. I do like it, though. I usually get sorted into Ravenclaw.

Anyone a nail polish fan? What colors interest you?
Not me.

Socks/sockdreams/etc?
If I need them to keep warm, they may as well be fun-looking! As always, comfort is paramount. I could use some slouchy socks as well as some silk liners. Other than that, somewhere between an anklet and a crew is a good length. Plant fibers or silk.

Do you like things with Pumpkin (or Pumpkin Spice?)
Yes, especially in savory things like ravioli.

Does anyone like fleece character hats?
I like the look, but fleece turns my hair into a dangerous frizz-bomb.

Do you decorate for Halloween all year? If not, what level of decor do you have for Halloween?
I don't decorate.

Indoor/outdoor Halloween decorations? What do you do, and what would you prefer to receive?
nothing :-)

What's your preferred Halloween decor style: classic/traditional (skulls, pumpkins, bats), kitchsy/cute, retro, elegant/Victorian, horror/macabre?
I like seeing other people's Victorian decorations.

What's your candy preference?
Black licorice is a favorite, or dark/superdark chocolate.

Oh witchee, if you're a writer type, would you like notebooks or journals? Utilitarian or fancy? Lined or blank? Tell me of your stationery lustings. I can always use fairly utilitarian, lined notebooks. Pretty colors and features like pockets are great, but if the notebook is super-fancy, I get inhibited about writing in it.

Do you have an Etsy wish list, and if so, what's your user name there?
I'm there under my own name. I'll update my wish list there; it's been awhile.

Tokyo Milk? Yea or Nay?
I'm not familiar. If there's something there you think I'd like, I'd be happy to try it.

Are you interested in fabric? Again, what colors, what themes, etc.
I already have too much. :-)

What are your tea and/or coffee preferences? Loose leaf / whole bean or bagged / ground? Do you have a favorite type? Flavor? Retailer?

I love coffee, and enjoy trying different kinds, especially fair trade and local (to you) roasters. Whole bean and ground are both fine. For tea, I prefer it bagged, and like strong black teas like Assam. Oh, and if my Witch is in Canada, there's an herbal tea I like called Algonquin Lucid Dream Tea.

If you could receive one handmade item - everything from knitted or crocheted gloves and scarves to sewn bags to fanart or original art, what would you prefer?
A silk-lined winter hat with plenty of room for my hair!

What are your favorite fandoms, if any?
Not really a fandom person.

Skincare- do you use a particular routine? What products would you absolutely not use?
My routine is basically no routine, which mostly works fine, so I wouldn't use anything that requires a lot of time or effort. I also have sensitive skin. The occasional sheet mask or a good eye cream wouldn't go amiss, though.

Bath/shower products?
Sure. I could especially use any type of washcloth/sponge/gentle scrubbing things.

BPTP products? Pre-owned okay?
Yes.

Essential oils and aromatherapy oils- yay, or nay?
Yay.

Favorite animal?
Cats.

Twilight Alchemy Lab oils?

Yes! I have several on my BPAL wish list (in my signature.)

Authors - Jennifer Estep, Faith Hunter. Heard of them? Love them, hate them, or eh?
ture.) Not heard of.

Knitted things. Specifically scarves/cowls and shawls.....grabby hands or not? Favorite colors? Are you allergic or sensitive to any textiles, ie wools, cashmere, nylon, metallic threads, mohair, alpaca? Knitted washcloths? For the kitchen or for the bath? And again, colors??
My hands are not grabby.

Candles or wax melts/wax tarts?

Not for me.

Speaking of snarky, who's a fan of The Mincing Mockingbird?

I'm not familiar. I'm not much into snark generally, though.

Hair falls?
They look very cool, but not my style.

Wishlists:
BPAL http://www.bpal.org/topic/127-wishlist/page-14?do=findComment&comment=404935
Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/3RN2UY1426HFS/ref=topnav_lists_1

Mountaingrrl00

September 14, 2016

Jenjin's Blog

☆ My Q & A post for 13 Nights of Halloween Swap ☆

☆ My Q & A post for 13 Nights of Halloween Swap ☆ Goodies Opening: Wow! I'm super excited to be doing this and really, I'm fine with whatever you decide. I do like numbered packages but its really up to you. Anything here: http://paintboxsoapworks.com/ look like something you'd like to try (assuming that you're not already ordering it)? I haven't tried anything from PBSW and would like to. Probably anything except the wax melts. Do you like stuff related to Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)? I live in San Antonio and we celebrate Dia de los Muertos as much as Halloween. I LOVE all things from this tradition especially skulls. Handknit items: Potholders? I'm in South Texas where it never really gets cold enough for knitted items. Are there any fandoms or specific collectible genres you would appreciate things of/for? Any Studio Ghibli movie - Totoro, deer figurines, vintage asian stuff, Dunny, rocks and minerals. Do you have a favorite Fall/Halloween symbol? Bats! First, talk to me about soaps- do you like them, and what kinds of scents/lather/varieties do you like? I adore soaps of all kinds but they need to be as natural as possible and prefer cold pour. Brands I LOVE are Cellar Door, Haus of Gloi, Future Prim, Solstice Scents whipped soaps are divine. Second, tell me about teas! Favorites? Anything you'd like to try? I LOVE cardamom tea, chocolate teas, chai and thai iced tea. Lastly, I go to Renn Faire- is there anything from there you might like? Crystals, jewelry, tarot cards, breast knife, coffee, sweets. What Weenie of years past are you seeking from the lab? Autumn Overlooked my Knitting, Theme in Yellow, Le Femme de Satan. Are you a shawl wearer- and if you don't wear one now, would you? Yes, I wear shawls instead of coats in the winter. Tell me about LUSH- do you like them? If so, what are some of your favorite things from there? Particularly fond scents or products? Stuff you can't stand? I use Black Angels and Ultrabland and I love the scent of Lord of Misrule and Dragon's Egg. Stuff from Japan? Yes, I love anything Japanese Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice? No please but I do enjoy clove and cinnamon. Milk, white, and/or Dark Chocolate? Dark chocolate only please. I am vegan. Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there? Not really. All their stuff gives me a headache, but I LOVE candles. This is my most favorite one: http://shop.nordstro...-candle/3734465 and I'm waiting for one from Three Ravens: https://www.threerav...ancy-collection I do not have a wax warmer, so please no melts. Trading Post Goodies? YES! I love the atmos. Bath and Bodyworks? I haven't found anything I like from there and can't stand how the stores smell. My daughter likes it though. Tell me of your Sock Dreams, please! I love all kinds of socks especially dark, jewel tone colored ones. i'd like to make some baked goods, would you like some? And if you have any food allergies what can I use as a substitute? Since I am vegan, I am very picky. I cannot do any sort of dairy or eggs. Probably safer to pass on the baked goodies. Anything special you want from the Target dollar spot? Can always use stickers, tapes, twine and other goodies. I live in The Netherlands. If there's anything in particular that you'd like to get from here, now's the time to tell! I collect trolls and would love one from your land. I'm sort of collecting Lush showergels.Regular collection, but also many Kitchen items. Are there any showergels you'd like to try? I'd be happy to make you samples! YES PLEASE!! Plum Rain, Grass, Calacas, Uluru, Twilight, Supertramp, Freeze, Aura Saudis, Snow-Showers, Sno-Cake, Hot-Toddy, Ponche, 29 High Street, Back for Breakfast, Avoshower, Comforter, Blue Skies (bubble bath), Ginger (BAD ASS), Tramp, Fruity Beauty, Karma. What is your stance on Glitter? I wish I could cover my whole body with glitter Also, if you have a Goodreads or other online reading log, does it include a wishlist? Otherwise, is it safe to assume books on the 'to-read' section are wishlist items? Or are you less into keeping a physical copy of the book, and instead prefer to turn to the awesomeness of the library to get your to-read need accomplished. https://www.goodread...w/list/11567200 includes a to-read wishlist. how about art? (Small/mailing safe sizes, course) Absolutley. Tea lovers, what do you like from Whittard? I haven't tried Whittard teas, but my favorite tea is Republic of Tea. I love to try new things. Witch In-Out Sign? Not really into signage. Dearest Pumpkin - how much are you wedded to wishlists, say I have some read once books which I think you might like based on what you've read in the past, but there is nothing of the sort on your current Goodreads "to read" list? Bring it ON!! How do you feel about reading series out of order? Obviously not in situations where the subsequent books are part of the same story arc where you will be totally lost and frustrated if you haven't read all of them, but say, standalone stories which are technically part of a series and which might obliquely reference past books, but not in such as way as to spoil the plot of the book which I happen to have in my possession that you might like. That's fine but not preferred. Would you be interested in a Halloween themed short story anthology? Probably not unless it's a graphic novel. Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive? I have a Kindle for reading but prefer graphic novels and comics in printed form. Have you read Movies in 15 Minutes by our very own Cleolinda? Would you like to? I checked out the website. It looks pretty interesting. What kind of phone do you have? iPhone 4s (vintage lol) Have you seen the horror film The Babadook? If so, did you like it? Would you want something Babadook-themed? I have seen it and it's not my fave. Probably prefer It Follows, but my favorite horror films are: The Shining, The Ring, Drag Me to Hell, Cabin Fever, Donnie Darko, Nightmare Before Christmas, Let the Right One In. Motherhood Update: Bottles NOW of: Texare, San Cristobal de le Habana, Funerary Papyri decants of: Little Lady Frank, Outlaw, The Devil Will Find Work for Idle Hands, The Wolf and the Rattlesnake, Spider Witch. So who likes incense? Is there a preferred scent? Cones or sticks? Would you like a burner for it? My favorite incense is Shoyeido's River Path Incense - Hori-kawa. It smells heavenly. I do use white sage smudge sticks and could use a fireproof container for charcoal and copal resin which I also use. Bring it on~

Jenjin

September 14, 2016

Blog

switch witch 2016

Hi Witch!! Here's this years edition of the Switch Witch help blog Past entries may or may not be applicable at this point, I've changed quite a bit in some ways since the last time I did this.

Some general stuffs -

WISHLISTS - my bpal wishlist is in my signature. I also have...
Amazon - https://amzn.com/w/SQH5WXN77PBP (I'm not sure how that works, if you can see ALL my lists from that link - I have a few different categories there (wish list, books, art...).
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/people/zombiewench/favorites/items-i-love?ref=favs_index_1

I'm not expecting a whole lot, since I'm handmaking everything for my Witchee due to a serious lack of funds, but I love Switch Witch - I've made some really wonderful friends because of it!

-What would you like from the Motherhood update? - (In no particular order...) Dinner at the Diviner's Hut, Good Morning London, Heel, My Little Grotesque, Outlaw, Perfect Fifths, Stonehenge at Dusk, The Great Python Snake, Vampire Night at the Movies. If I had to pick ONE scent to try...Probably Outlaw. But Perfect Fifths, Stonehenge, Vampire Night are all up there, too.

Knitted stuff - It kind of depends...i'm in Florida so won't get a whole lot of use out of anything.

Beer - I don't drink a whole lot anymore, though I wouldn't be opposed to some fun (lighter) varieties.

Caramel - YUM! Though I usually do better with it *in* things, I have a lot of dental work that doesn't play nice with super chewy things.

What types of things do you like to wear? - I'm REALLY into boho/gypsy/faerie type stuff, and things in bright colors. My closet doesn't always reflect that at the moment though, I'm slowly working on updating it! Mostly I just like *fun* clothes. I get envious of the fact that my 3 year old daughter gets to wear fun bright colorful sparkly poofy lacy stuff, and it's hard for me to find anything like that in adult sizes!
And booze? - I tend to like sweet wines. And rum. My favorite rum is Kraken.

Would you be interested in home made food items? - Sure! Breads and cookies are always good

Would you be interested in project bags/pouches? - Meh, I have so many bags already.

Are you allergic to any fiber or do you know what kind of yarn you prefer? - I have a slight allergy to wool.

Would you want a quilted pot holder? - Sure!

Do you have any prefered flavour of shortbread? - There's flavors??

What are you interested in from the recent BPAL and BPTP updates? (Lilith, Lunacy, etc.) - I listed the Motherhoods I'm interested in earlier. I'm not interested in any of the Fatherhoods (which is a first), but I DO want the Coconut Meat SN and Starstruck Libra like WHOA. Those are such big needs it's a little ridiculous!!

Would you like hibiscus seeds? - If they'll grow well in Florida, then sure!

Is there anything you'd particularly like to get from the UK? - Can you buy me a house there? Um...my favorite place in England is Stratford-upon-Avon, we spent a few weeks there when I was 18 and I freaking LOVED it. So something fun from there would be really awesome!

Is there anything you would like to get from Japan? - Some fun Disney stuff that we don't have here, or some neat Sailor Moon goodies (Chibi-usa, Diana, Chibi-Chibi, Dead Moon Circus, and Sailor Cosmos are my favorites!)

Does anyone like fleece character hats? Like these: http://wonderlandonl...like-fleece-hat? What kinda characters would you like to see?
Eh, I wouldn't get much use out of anything like that in FL.

Do you like things with Pumpkin (or Pumpkin Spice?)
Sometimes

Socks/sockdreams/etc:
I could use some fun bright footie socks, like what you wear with sneakers, but that's about it. I have so many fun socks I'm already not wearing!

Anyone a nail polish fan? What colors interest you?
I am, though I don't wear it much anymore, with 2 little kids I usually just can't be bothered to deal with it. I could use a good basic shimmery turquoise though, and I tend to be a sucker for anything holographic, the more holo the better!

Do you decorate for Halloween all year? If not, what level of decor do you have for Halloween?
I don't. And I am sorely lacking in the Halloween decoration department!

Indoor/outdoor Halloween decorations? What do you do, and what would you prefer to receive?
Indoor is better right now (my next house WILL have better outdoor space to decorate!).

What's your preferred Halloween decor style: classic/traditional (skulls, pumpkins, bats), kitchsy/cute, retro, elegant/Victorian, horror/macabre?
Kitchsy/cute! And retro!

What's your candy preference?
I like chocolate and coconut (like mounds bars), and salted chocolate anything is good, too. Okay, and peanut butter and chocolate.

Do you have an Etsy wish list, and if so, what's your user name there? I do, zombiewench is my name there!

candles, wax melts/tarts? Eh, sometimes? I like the idea of candles, but don't actually use them very much.

Tokyo Milk? Yea or Nay? No? I've never tried anything from there. One company is enough for me lol.

If you are ok with knitted things, what colors do you like? I tend to like cool colors (and turquoise is my favorite). Also rainbows, though I tend to like not straight traditional colors - like replace red with magenta, blue with turquoise...
If striping, what two (or more) colors together? I love black and white striped stuff. And, though I don't usually like the colors separately, I LOOOVE orange and magenta together.
If you want yarn, what colors do you want? Anything fun and bright is awesome.
Are you interested in fabric? Again, what colors, what themes, etc. Again, anything fun and bright. Nothing flowery unless it's funky.

What are your tea and/or coffee preferences? Loose leaf / whole bean or bagged / ground? Do you have a favorite type? Flavor? Retailer? Nope, nope nope.

If you could receive one handmade item - everything from knitted or crocheted gloves and scarves to sewn bags to fanart or original art, what would you prefer? Whatever my witch wants to make.

What are your favorite fandoms, if any? Oh booooy... Blizzard games - especially World of Warcraft and Hearthstone. Bioshock - I have a large collection of Big Daddies, but desperately need a Big Sister. Portal. Brian/Wendy Froud (I have her set of 3 faerie dolls, and a bunch of their books). Harry Potter. I'm really into DC Superhero Girls right now. Neil Gaiman and Amanda Palmer (together and separate) (does that count as a fandom? lol). Harley Quinn. There's probably more, hah.
Skincare- do you use a particular routine? What products would you absolutely not use? I use Lush products. Pretty much the only stuff I've found that works well for me.

Bath/shower products? Lush, and Yves Rochers.

BPTP products? Pre-owned okay? Sure! Not a big fan of bath oil or hair gloss though.

Essential oils and aromatherapy oils- yay, or nay? Eh.

Favorite animal? Unicorn? Phoenix? Mermaid?

Do you have a kindle? If so...

Would you be interested in Kings Game by Lisa Millraney?

Sure! I have so many books on my TBR list, and another huge list that I want to buy/borrow, but as someone who writes and self-publishes (under pen names), I love supporting others in groups I'm in

The second part of the Haus of Gloi update is live tomorrow (the 25th)- is there anything you're interested in? No thanks

I'm going to the NY Renaissance Faire tomorrow- anything you'd like me to look for? Take me with you?? Lol. I love Ren Faires! I can't think of anything specific, but I would probably love most anything from a Faire.

Do you celebrate Mabon? Would you like "witchy" or pagan decorations and objects? For example, pentacle wall hangings, mabon poppets, corn dollies, ritual candles, etc? My religious stuff is so weird right now. We're Methodist, but my background is kind of all kinds of things, and I'm currently reading a book about how both paganism and Christianity can work together. So I'm not actually celebrating holidays yet, but may get to that point in the future? I know, odd answer.

Anyone hankering for Craftsy (http://www.craftsy.com) classes? Through tomorrow all classes are $20 or under. No thanks.

Would you be interested in any of the following: jigsaw puzzles; puzzle books (like word searches or crossword puzzles or suduko); coloring books; card games; board games? Feel free to elaborate on preferences for any of the above! I love that kind of stuff, but it's not always practical with small kids who eat things in the house. Plus I just don't have time.

Elements and Artifacts? I didn't see anything that really caught my eye this time around.

Tarot cards/oracle decks - yay or nay? If yay, do you already have any? Which ones? I love tarot decks, and have a small collection! I have...So Below (my favorite deck, and the only one I've ever been able to read, even if I don't read well, lol), Aquarian Tarot, Universal Fantasy Tarot, Shadowscapes, Penny Dreadful, Fantod (Edward Gorey, not exactly tarot, but still in my collection!), and the Amanda Palmer deck, from a Kickstarter a while back. I also have both sets of the Faerie Oracle cards from Brian Froud.
You have now also made me go look at tarot decks, and I've added some interesting looking ones to my amazon wishlist
Cryptozoology/cryptids (Big Foot, lake monsters, chupacabra, etc.) - yay or nay? If yay, any favourites? I don't really pay attention to a lot of that stuff, but sure! It could be fun

zombiewench

September 14, 2016

SwitchWitch Notes and Help!

SW Halloween 2016 Notes: Part I

Got this idea from neptuneanblues (if you're reading this, thanks! )

My brain has a bad habit of freezing whenever I need to pull information out of it. So, even though it took me 2 hours to fill out my SW questionnaire, I found myself thinking of things I wish I had included, long after I'd submitted it.

So, some random bits of information that may, or may not,be of help

I'd like more funky socks
I love pumpkin spice (And I don't care how "basic" it makes me)

I love coffee but also tea

I'm kind of a foodie and love unusual salts, spices, etc

Dark Chocolate is king in my book. The darker the better, although I think I hit my limit at 85%
I miss my german shepherd dearly (she passed away 2014) but I've become enamoured with Corgis. I desperately want one, but I have to wait until my energy levels are more stable. Until then I am ok collecting and looking at Corgis

I'm 1 year post chemo, and 18 months cancer free from Hodgkin's Lymphoma.My hair is still growing back, and it's cute but still short, and kinda floppy. I am finally comfortable putting color in it again. I used to have crazy colored hair for years before.

Although I don't do it for a living, my heart belongs to science, especially biology/molecular biology. I was supposed to go for my Master's in Molecular Biology after getting my Bachelors, but life and things, and it didn't happen. Now, I'm setting my sights to be a full time writer. (I really, really REALLY hate my current job). I'm not sure if I'll ever get to do Bio research, but it still fascinates me. I still want to learn as much as I can about it, and I love anything science/bio related.

Even though I'm aspiring now to be a full time writer, I've always been a "writer". I have an unhealthy love of notebooks and pens (and office supplies in general).

I love games of all types, and enjoy all manner of video games, but I've recently become enamored with "Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure Games" (really, puzzle games, I don't really like the hidden object part as much). My energy and cognitive functions are still pretty low, and these are great because they're interesting and challenging but not taxing. I've played all of the "Dark Parables" games except the most recent. (as an example of what I'm talking about)

I can't keep plants alive to save my life (Except for the mint that won't die) but I love having them around!

I love Fall clothes, but being in florida never get to really wear them. I am hoping to live in a cooler climate, more permanently, one day!

If you want to be sneaky and see if I'd like something or get more info, you can message my significant other, john at: steppsensei(at)gmail
Be sure to tell him it's for the Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab Swap, or he may think it's spam.

I've included my SW answers as a link in my signature. The link leads to a google doc that I've kept open for editing. If you want to ask me additional questions, you can add them to the bottom. Because the document is set to "anyone with the link" you don't need a Google account to access it, and if you do have a Google account and are logged in, it still registers you as anonymous.

Honor

September 14, 2016

Crazy Random Happenstance

Switch Witch Fall 2016

Basic Info Birthday: 7/19 Pets: Angus the cat, Waldo the cat, and Bailey the dog Children: nope! Religious orientation: n/a Favorite Holiday: Halloween and Christmas are a toss up! Occupation/Major in school: Marketing Coordinator Living arrangement (by yourself, with roommates, etc): house with spouse and animals Livejournal/Blog/Website: n/a Organizations/Causes/Activities (Things you belong to or causes you believe in): Humane Society for Hamilton County
BPAL Favorite BPAL oils: The Girl, Liz, Macabray, Dorian, Morocco, 51, Lady Death, Torture Queen Favorite notes: I like white florals, green and white musks (and try me on others I like skin and pink too), amber, ozone, some sandalwood, and tend to like things that say 'crystalline' and 'ethereal'. I'm coming around to vanilla and I like a touch of herbal like lavender or chamomile. Spicy is ok in moderation, as is foodie. Favorite non-BPAL perfumes: Dior Hypnotic Poison, Laila perfume spray Least favorite notes: hmm...overly sugar sweet foodie (No pancake breakfast!) Heavy vetiver, ambergris, it's hard to say and I'd encourage witch to dig more. Least favorite non-BPAL perfumes: I don't really keep track of those. If Beth made a custom blend for you, what would the notes be, and what would you want the label art to look like? Probably something like amber, davana, pale musk, jasmine, ylang ylang and a touch of sandalwood? Basically The Girl.
Lifestyle Style/home decoration style: Whatever works. I lean towards eclectic. Owl/Fox/Hedgehog anything! Favorite decorating colors: blue, teal, purple, fall oranges Things you collect: owls, wine corks, pint glasses Favorite music: Hmm, I'd say folk alternative and indie alternative Least favorite music: Country, rap Vegetarian/Vegan?: nope! Other food restrictions: nope! Favorite flavors: Chocolate, lime, ginger, cherry, chai Favorite foods/drinks: chocolate, chai, cold-brewed coffee, sweets of most types >.> Favorite authors/genres: Margaret Atwood, Gillian Flynn speculative fiction, mystery/thrillers with female leads (I enjoyed Girl on the Train and Luckiest Girl Alive) Least favorite authors/genres: Eh. I'm pretty open. Books/authors you'd like to read, but haven't yet: Neil Gaiman beyond Good Omens, other books that fall into the genre of mystery/thriller with female protagonists, more Chuck Palahniuk How do you feel about receiving gently used books as gifts? Favorite stores (including clothing stores): Favorite online stores (including B&B stores): Magazines you subscribe to: Magazines you like, but don't subscribe to: EW, Rolling Stone, National Geographic Favorite movies: marvel movies, thrillers, comedies, action. I am not a huge movie watcher... Favorite TV show(s): the newsroom, stranger things, game of thrones, suits, Jessica Jones, Orange is the New Black, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Firefly, Grey's Anatomy before it went to crazy town, Hannibal Hobbies/crafts done: coloring!
Clothing & Jewelry Hair type: thick fine hair, straight and worn long with bangs Skin Type: sensitive and acne prone Allergies (specifically B&B related): cinnamon Other things to avoid: lots of chemicals: / Tub, shower or both? Both! Favorite bath & beauty products: Lush, local crafted goats milk soap, renpure, Doterra. I love bar soap but also bubble bath and shower gel. Clothing Style/Fave garments: eh norm core by accident mostly haha...I'm pretty casual and not very girly. Jeans, tshirt and converse for me. Favorite clothing colors/colors to wear: purple, gray, black, teal, jewel tones? Type(s) of jewelry worn: stud earrings, necklaces, rings Ring/wrist/collar size: 9 and ¼ I believe for rings. No collars. Jewelry - gold or silver? Silver Do you have any allergies to metal? I need to wear hypoallergenic earring posts mostly. Favorite gemstone: Opal, hematite, Ruby and all the cool turquoise and agates etc. I do like pretty stones! Sock/Shoe Size: I wear an 8.5 US wide shoe (or a 9.5 US regular) or a 9 sock.
Random Questions: - On a scale of 1-5, how organized are you? 3.5
- Where, outside of the U.S. would you love to visit? (if you're international, this can be anywhere) Germany, England, Spain
-Where, inside of the U.S. would you love to visit? California, Montana, Utah, Colorado, Oregon, Washington - go west!
-Favorite City in the US/World? Hmmm. City? I'm pretty in love with Asheville, NC at the moment
- Do people tell you that you act older, younger, or your age? Generally older than my age.
-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'd probably play with it and eventually donate it.
- What animal do you feel like the most? A cat most likely
- Your favorite feature about yourself: my eyes are a really cool shade of blue with flecks of orange and other swirls
- Do you live in a neighborhood or in the middle of nowhere? A subdivision alas
-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. Under: some scented plug-ins for my car Over: a Himalayan salt lamp, an Etsy scent locket (bonus points for owls)
- How do you feel about boi witches? Indifferent
- Do you like garage sales (boot sales)? Not really, I'm trying to reduce stuff in my life. I make an exception for funky owls and cool art and candle holders etc. - I like to slather my food in : ketchup
- State fairs or carnivals? Sure!
- 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 carny talker. I'm good at spinning things.
- What mythical or fantastic race of creatures (dragons, unicorns, griffins, elves, dwarves, faeries, etc.) do you most identify with? I play a wood elven ranger in my dnd group but I'm probably more of a Dwarven barbarian irl >.>
- 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? I'm not good at these questions but I'd add things that show my love of bpal and essential oil, and my focus on PC and console gaming. My love of my husband and pets and my family. I'd show how Disney is my favorite place to vacation, and that I enjoy Dungeons and Dragons and board games.
- Do you need storage boxes/bottles/containers? Decorated or Plain? Yes and either is fine.
- 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? No budget? Id hop on a first class flight to Disney World and on the way home buy all the bpalz.
- Do you like steampunk & if so what kind of steampunk item would you most like to receive? I admire it but not actively. I'd love a clockwork or steampunk styled necklace or earrings though.
- Do you have an Etsy shop? No
- Would you like to receive baked goods, if so what kind? Yes and you can never go wrong with chocolate.
- What is something totally random (yes, that thing that just popped into your head) that hasn't been covered by any previous questions? Hmm, my hobbies are gaming and I'd love to get into collecting funko pop statuettes for gaming or TV shows I like. I'd also love to try comics or graphic novels?

writergal969

September 14, 2016

yewberry's Blog

Cheap Witching Ideas List

A decidedly non-exhaustive list of stuff that I could totally use that can be made cheaply and fairly easily: Make a tap handle out of anything T-shirt yarn tutorial I love single issues of how-to magazines. Check your local library book sale! Know Photoshop? I'd love custom beer labels for my homebrew. They don't even have to be printed. Just e-files would be great!

yewberry

September 13, 2016

Reedsong's Blog

13 Nights of Halloween answers

UPDATED 09/16/2016

Anything here: http://paintboxsoapworks.com/look like something you'd like to try (assuming that you're not already ordering it)?
Oh, gosh, the last thing I need is another site addiction!

Do you like stuff related to Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
I have concerns about appropriation; my Day of the Dead comes from a different tradition and doesn't involve sugar skulls and such.

How about handknitted things? Especially fall themed things! Anything specific, ie socks, mitts, hats, home decor like pumpkin coasters or wall hangings?
It almost never gets cold enough here to warrant hand-knitted anything, and I live in a furnished apartment that already has a lot of decor!

Are there any fandoms or specific collectible genres you would appreciate things of/for (ex: you collect shot glasses, or the ninth Doctor is your bae)?
My boyfriend and I are both huge fans of the anime Revolutionary Girl Utena and actually met through an Utena fan forum. Fandom merch for that series is rather hard to find, but since roses are important symbols in the show, I always appreciate receiving rosy things!

Do you have a favorite Fall/Halloween symbol?
No, I like most all of it except for the green-skinned warty witches; I practiced Wicca for several years and always found those images a depressing reminder of the need to hide my religion and the general disrespect afforded it.

First, talk to me about soaps- do you like them, and what kinds of scents/lather/varieties do you like?
I'm sensitive to shea butter - not a true allergy, but I like soaps without shea and especially like fair-trade coconut or palm oil as a soap base. Spicy and incensey scents are great, as are soothing/comforting ones like lavender and oats/honey.

Second, tell me about teas! Favorites? Anything you'd like to try?
I've been looking a long time for a good, spicy, non-sugared, non-caffeinated chai; most of the commercial chai out there is either flavoured sugar-liquid or black teas with flavoring added. Teavana's Ayurvedic chai is a nice example of the sort of herbal stuff I crave!

Lastly, I go to Renn Faire- is there anything from there you might like?
I’ve only been to a Renn Faire once, decades ago, but I do have a (12th-century) Norman noblewoman's dress and would love to have period-appropriate accessories or veiling to wear with the gown.

What Weenie of years past are you seeking from the lab?
SpoooOooOOOOooooookyyyyy! I heart Spooky so much. I should have ordered a crate of the hair gloss.

Are you a shawl wearer- and if you don't wear one now, would you?
I'm not, and I wouldn't; shawls tend to slip off of my shoulders and become irritating very quickly.

Tell me about LUSH- do you like them? If so, what are some of your favorite things from there? Particularly fond scents or products? Stuff you can't stand?
I like LUSH okay, but find the shop smell overwhelming and so haven't used their stuff in a long time. I remember really liking their face scrubs, particularly Angels on Bare Skin and Aqua Marina. I've always wanted to try their Phoenix bath bomb, and I dislike their products with glitter because of the tub-scrubbing required!

So, in this swap, you open a goodie every day. I have seen this gift direction done several different ways, but I am interested in which you are most keen to do. Would you rather:
A. have strict direction as to which gift is to be opened on which day (aka the number system)?
B.have a few gifts that are meant to be opened on specific days (ex: *this* one is for Halloween night only), but the rest be your choice?
C. have a free-for-all, grab bag-style box of goodies, where you are the sole arbiter of your goodie grabbing destiny(everything is wrapped but you pick the gift you want to open each day)?
D. be surprised?
I'll be happy with any way you choose to do it, but prefer A so that I don't have to make decisions!

Stuff from Japan?
Yesssssss.

Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice?
No Pumpkin Spice. I'm really picky about pumpkin spice scents and flavours because many of them smell fake or cloying to me.

Milk, white, and/or dark chocolate?
Milk and dark are both great.

Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there?
Noooo, no Yankee Candle, please!

Trading Post Goodies?
Always appreciated. I was going to try Ignis massage oil, and it went out of stock between the few days of choosing from the website's selection and returning to the website to order it!

Bath and Body Works?
No, another store I don't much like.

Tell me of your Sock Dreams, please!
I don't dream about socks so much as really need them! I have boat feet (size 11) and run daily, so I wear through socks pretty quickly.

I'd like to make some baked goods, would you like some? And if you have any food allergies, what can I use as a substitute?
Awww, baked goods are always appreciated. I'm not gluten-sensitive or celiac or anything, but usually feel more comfortable and happy eating a treat if there's no wheat in it. And any substitute at all for wheat flour is great; I've never met a flour I didn't like.

Anything special you want from the Target dollar spot?
Nothing I’m aware of.

I live in The Netherlands. If there's anything in particular that you'd like to get from here, now's the time to tell!
I've never been to the Netherlands and really enjoy tasting snacky things from new places!

I'm sort of collecting Lush showergels. Regular collection, but also many Kitchen items. Are there any showergels you'd like to try? I'd be happy to make you samples!
I would love to try Grass and Glogg, and especially Flying Fox.

What is your stance on Glitter?
I like things that sparkle and shine, but prefer for my glitter to be stable and not shed everywhere! (The exception to that is glittery makeup, which I adore and own almost none of.)

Also, if you have a Goodreads or other online reading log, does it include a wishlist?
I have none, I'm afraid! The only books I can think of that I'm really pining for, right now, are David Frawley's books The Art and Science of Vedic Counseling and Vedic Yoga: The Path of the Rishi, as well as books three and four of David Hair's Moontide Quartet, which my library doesn't carry and which I am aching to read!
Also, this is a weird one, but I can't know unless I ask, right?: My bf has Asperger syndrome and recognizes many signs of the same in me. I think it would be great for us both if I read more about it, so if you happen to have any knowledge at all of the subject, I'd love a good book about it!

Witch In/Out Sign
Not for me!

How about art? (Small/mailing safe sizes, course)
Art is lovely.

Tea lovers, what do you like from Whittard?
I'm not familiar with them at all.

How much are you wedded to wishlists; say I have some read once books which I think you might like based on what you've read in the past, but there is nothing of the sort on your current Goodreads "to read" list?
I like it when people recommend new books to me and especially if they share stories they themselves enjoy!

How do you feel about reading series out of order? Obviously not in situations where the subsequent books are part of the same story arc where you will be totally lost and frustrated if you haven't read all of them, but say, standalone stories which are technically part of a series and which might obliquely reference past books, but not in such as way as to spoil the plot of the book which I happen to have in my possession that you might like.
I'm okay with that.

Would you be interested in a Halloween-themed short story anthology?
That would be neat! I like short story anthologies because life is pretty busy lately, and it helps to be able to read briefly and then put a book down without feeling anxious about what happens next in a longer story.

Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive?
Not at all.

Have you read Movies in 15 Minutes by our very own Cleolinda? Would you like to?
I adore the M15m LJ reviews and would definitely enjoy reading the book!

What kind of phone do you have? I need to know....
An iPhone 5S.

Have you seen the horror film The Babadook? If so, did you like it? Would you want something Babadook-themed?
I haven't seen it, no!

Those who are amenable to yarnie things--ok, two questions: Any undesirable fibers (wool allergy, vegan so no critter hair at all, etc.)? and how do you feel about cowls/infinity scarves?
I dislike both infinity scarves and cowls, alas! But while I do like delicate-looking, thin yarnie things, New Orleans is subtropical and hardly ever gets cold enough for even light yarn things to be worn. :/

So who likes incense? and is there a preferred scent? and cones or sticks? Would you like a burner for it?
I adore incense, but am very picky about it because perfume-y, artificial stuff gives both me and my bf sore throats. Stick incenses that work well for me include Shanthimalai's Red Nag Champa, all Fred Soll scents except Lemongrass and Sweetgrass (with my fave being Honey Amber), most scents by Shroff Channabasappa (especially Pearl, Sandal, and Jungle Prince), and Pure Incense's Parijata. In general I love mystical-smelling, meditative incenses with resin, tree, or wood notes.

Motherhood update:
So many of the scents sound amazing! The ones I'd particularly like to try are Lilith and the Four Sons of Horus, Heavenly Spark, My Little Grotesque, The Library of John Dee, Waiting, The Serpentine, Goofin' at Stonehenge, and Lilith's hair gloss.

Reedsong

September 13, 2016

neptuneanblog

Switch Witch 2016, already!

Okay, first of all in my original questionnaire I said I'd have to come back to the question about an under-$10 thing and an over-$10 thing that I'd like. So, for under-$10, I like these earrings. For over-$10, I like this shirt in a size L yellow v-neck. (I'll update here again if I think of something that's more general for either category.)

So, you wanted some links to wishlists, right? Well, my BPAL one is linked in my signature, right near the link to this blog, so you probably already found that one.

Other than that, I have an amazon one for books and one for non-books, but the non-books one has a lot of random junk on it right now (I briefly decided I liked phone charms again and went a little crazy, for example, plus I'm good on moleskines right now, etc.), so I'll only put that link here if I have time to clean it up some.

Like I said earlier, I don't really need any stuff from SockDreams even though I think it's a very cool business, so no wishlist from there.

I've got a ModCloth wishlist but their stuff is mostly kind of expensive and sells out fairly fast. I can try to link to it here anyway though in case it helps... can't guarantee it will work for you because I basically had to email it to myself so I'm not totally sure that what I received in email was a direct link, sigh....

Plus, to make things even more difficult, I have a huge etsy wishlist but it's not public. So maybe I'll just link to a few things I like there that aren't all that expensive (I'll try to keep it to under $30, at least):
macaron pin
bee necklace
lavender sunshine soap
acorn earrings
chevron deco earrings
colorful clock
#1 earrings here, silver is fine
apple earrings
rosewater lemonade soap
indigo ring

Actual in-thread questions start here:

Liliths...
The BPAL ones I haven't ordered decants of but would be interested in testing (so yeah, half-decants or so would be ideal I guess) are: A Little More Tea Heavenly Spark O the Joy of My Spirit The Library of John Dee

Oh, and I haven't gotten any BPTP Liliths. I'm super-interested in Tag-Upon-Avon.

How do you feel about knitted stuff? Fancy? Plain? What types of things do you like to wear?
Well, I like knitted stuff, but I'm in balmy South Central Texas. For example, I have several scarves (including a full-length 4th doctor scarf that I share with my husband) because I love scarves, but I didn't wear a single one last year because it never got cold enough. Same for the lovely new pair of fingerless gloves I got in a swap last year. So knitted wearables are out, sadly. I guess I might not mind something like a coffee cup/travel cup cozy, I know knitted versions of those exist. If I think of something else, I'll update this answer in my blog.

I'm into beer. How 'bout you? Styles? And booze?
I addressed this in my original questionnaire. I'd be happy to give more info if needed, though.

How do you feel about caramel? Salt or no? With chocolate or without?
Whatever's fine as long as it isn't the kind that breaks your teeth.

Hibiscus seeds?
Nope, not into growing things.

Off-color needlepoint?
Possibly if it's not misogynistic or glorifying drinking to excess (yep, boring person here!).

Would you be interested in home made food items?

- garlic dill pickles YES
- blackberry jam YES
- dried honey crisp apples YES
- applesauce (with or without red hots) NO THANKS
- elderberry syrup (with honey and apple cider vinegar - great for immune boosting) PERHAPS IF YOU TELL ME WHAT I SHOULD DO WITH IT
- honey from our bees ABSOLUTELY
- rose petal liquor (made with our own rose petals and everclear but diluted down a bit so it doesn't knock you over) DEFINITELY
- baked goods of your choice, what do you like or dislike? YES MOSTLY, NO MARSHMALLOWS THOUGH.

Would you be interested in project bags/pouches?
sounds pretty nice

And to go along with the previous knitting question...
Are you allergic to any fiber or do you know what kind of yarn you prefer?
nope but again, I don't really have much use for knitted items.

Would you want a quilted pot holder? (for me no because i make them)
sure!

Do you have any prefered flavour of shortbread?
Lavender or tea-flavored (or both) could be nice. But of course vanilla is great too.

Is there anything you'd particularly like to get from the UK?
I'm sure there is, but the only thing I can think of right now is Crunchie. Probably I will think of other stuff and update this in my blog.

Socks/sockdreams/etc:
This is addressed in my original questionnaire, but nope, no sox for me. I love them, but don't actually wear them more than 10x per year, which means that the overflowing drawer I currently have represents a lifetime's worth of socks.

I just saw that Zoya is having their trade in sale. Anyone a nail polish fan? What colored interest you?
Neato. I'm pretty sure I mentioned being into nail polish in my original questionnaire. Regarding Zoya in specific, I already have quite a bit, so it'd probably be best for me to list the ones I already have. Will do that in my blog.
*EDIT* Here are Zoyas I have... this might not be totally exhaustive, there could be some hiding somewhere else. FeiFei Sooki Ivanka Dove Casey Leslie Petra Dream Edyta Valerie Raven Ling Trixie Cynthia Manon Charla Kennedy Purity Norra

Thingz from Japan?
I've probably covered this elsewhere, but I love Japanese stationery. Stickers are also welcome. US folks may want to check out Kawaii Gifts for ordering stuff like that, just saying! I also love green tea flavored chocolate (green tea kitkats, etc.), and I remember liking MeltyKiss stuff, including some of their odd flavors.

Re-used mailing materials are fine.

Harry Potter is something I used to be very interested in (back when the original books were coming out, I used to go to the midnight release parties and all of that), but I'm not really interested in the new movie or Cursed Child or whatever. I always wanted to be a Ravenclaw but had finally come to terms with the fact that I am really a Hufflepuff, when the new Pottermore Sorting Hat quiz (which I took just for fun as someone put it up on facebook) I think put me in Slytherin? Or was it Gryffindor? Either way it was something preposterous that I'd never been sorted into before by any other quiz. Anyway, I should stop rambling and get to the point: I don't actually have the books anymore (my house has burned down twice since the series finished)! So if you have a spare set gathering dust, I'll take them....

Speaking of snarky, who's a fan of The Mincing Mockingbird?
He seems fine, I think I used to have a couple of magnets from his friend the meerkat.

Do you decorate for Halloween all year? If not, what level of decor do you have for Halloween?
Outside I have a sparkly orange and black "Welcome" sign (decorated with skulls and pumpkins) hanging on the door. I also have a couple of rubber bats that I'll hang up on either side of the door pretty soon, and I'll also buy a fancy pumpkin this weekend to put out. I'm not sure if I have Halloween decorations inside (I don't really discriminate), but I wouldn't mind having some, I guess.

Indoor/outdoor Halloween decorations? What do you do, and what would you prefer to receive?
I think I answered this above.

What's your preferred Halloween decor style: classic/traditional (skulls, pumpkins, bats), kitchsy/cute, retro, elegant/Victorian, horror/macabre?
Any of that stuff would be fine except for horror/macabre.

What's your candy preference?
Pretty sure I answered this is my original questionnaire (plus we've already had another question about candy), but I guess I could try to go into more detail if needed... let me know!

Candles or wax melts/wax tarts?
Candles, not wax melts/tarts! If we're talking candle scents, I like most of them, just not ones that are super-fruity or super-seaside-y or very "holiday spice." Hope that helps!

[Okay, here's where I start trying to catch up. I'm going through the list and answering the stuff that strikes my fancy. But if I've already detailed preferences for something (bath/shower stuff would be an example), or it's already on my wishlist (BPTP products would be an example), I may not answer the question, even if it is about a category of items I'm interested in. Hope that makes sense!]

Essential oils and aromatherapy oils- yay, or nay?
Possibly? If you're knowledgeable about this and there's something you think I'd benefit from, sure! But I'd need to know how to use it and what it was intended for.

Skincare- do you use a particular routine? What products would you absolutely not use?
I did already mention my skincare regimen, but wanted to be sure to say that I can always use more Tea Tree Water toner from Lush. I usually buy their smaller size spray-bottle because the pump on the larger one seems to give out way before I finish the bottle, so that means I run out fairly quickly. As for what skincare products I absolutely wouldn't use, who knows (though I'm pretty happy with my current routine so other stuff might just languish)? I don't currently use anti-aging stuff or undereye cream, but that's about all I can think of.

If you could receive one handmade item - everything from knitted or crocheted gloves and scarves to sewn bags to fanart or original art, what would you prefer?
Out of that list, I guess it'd be "sewn bags," even though I dunno what that'd be like really. But if homemade edible goodies count, I might say those instead.

What are your tea and/or coffee preferences? Loose leaf / whole bean or bagged / ground? Do you have a favorite type? Flavor? Retailer?
I talked a lot about tea flavors in my original questionnaire, I know because I just checked. I am too lazy to use loose tea most of the time though, I need it in bags. I really like Capital Teas. As for coffee, I didn't really talk about that. My husband is the main coffee drinker in the house... he drinks a few cups a day, and I drink that many in a week. We have a coffee grinder so whole bean is fine. We actually prefer light/medium roasts since those have more caffeine than dark ones. The only flavored coffees we really like are coconut and cinnamon.

If striping, what two (or more) colors together?
This was one of the only questions about knitted things that I thought would maybe make sense to answer. For some reason I immediately pictured teal and grey stripes (both dark versions of the colors), so I guess I'll go with that.

would you like notebooks or journals? Utilitarian or fancy? Lined or blank? Tell me of your stationery lustings.
This question is funny because only the very end really pertains. I don't really need notebooks or journals because I only use them at work and the moleskine I got for work last year is still going strong, plus (because my husband got me a Tolkien-themed one for Christmas) I have another one waiting for me when I finish this one (which will probably take years at this rate). Actual letter-writing stationery though, yep, I'm interested. I like letter sets more than I like card/envelope sets, but I might consider the latter anyhow. I already linked to this website, but I'll go ahead and specifically link to their letter set section in case that helps.

Would you like any brown paper bags of "seconds" from Seattle Chocolates?
Yes, please!

[Also wanted to let you know that I edited my answer to the Zoya question above.]

Elements & Artifacts has a fall/halloween collection up? Anything catch your eye?
These earrings look kinda nice. And I love this necklace.

And speaking of shops from BPAL folks, any favorites in the stores on the SW Stalking and Services Spreadsheet?
Well, I've wanted an astrology birth chart from Greenwoodtree for ages and ages. I do know all the specifics of my birth because I have my long-form birth certificate, so if you need that info, just ask! Other than that, I think I've already mentioned some stuff about baked goods and green tea kitkats.

The second part of the Haus of Gloi update is live tomorrow (the 25th)- is there anything you're interested in?
Maybe some Pumpkin butter? Scents that sound nice are Ghost Puffs and Spider Silk.
*EDIT*
So when I answered the Haus of Gloi question earlier, they only had Part I of their fall update up. Now Part II is up as well. Looks like quite a bit of stuff is already sold out, but I thought I'd take a look anyway to see if there was anything else I was interested in (I'm not sure if they re-stock stuff that sells out or not, but oh well).
Anyhow, the Burnished Amber, Pumpkin, and Sleepytime butterbombs sounded nice. So do the Hazelnut Latte and Maple Sugar lip balms. Finally, I'm interested in Blood Orange Marshmallow whipped soap.

I'm going to the NY Renaissance Faire tomorrow- anything you'd like me to look for?
Well, when I go to faires myself, I always end up buying earrings and/or soap, so I guess those would be good starting points. Stick incense is another thought.

Would you be interested in any of the following: jigsaw puzzles; puzzle books (like word searches or crossword puzzles or suduko); coloring books; card games; board games? Feel free to elaborate on preferences for any of the above!
Some of these are maybes: Jigsaw puzzles, perhaps but they'd have to be under 1000 pieces... we usually just do 500-piece ones (wimps, I know!) but have discussed trying a 750-piece one or whatever the next level up is. And usually we like the ones where the picture is a photo (like nature scenes or hot air balloons or Venice canals, etc.) and not a painting or whatever. Puzzle books... we have a crossword one right now, wouldn't mind another. Board games... Perquackey or Trivial Pursuit (we have the Genus edition, wouldn't mind getting the Master edition again, or the RPM [Music] expansion pack). Used is fine for these, just to be clear.

Anything from http://www.beefolks.com/default.aspsuit your fancy in particular (honey or otherwise since they have other products?)
Much of their stuff looks very nice, I do love honey. Maybe I should just list the things I wouldn't use. So... no bath salts, scrubs, beeswax blocks, or kids' books.

Cryptozoology/cryptids (Big Foot, lake monsters, chupacabra, etc.) - yay or nay? If yay, any favourites?
Mothman, duh! (my husband is from West Virginia)
Anyway, you could totally get me this shirt in a size XL

I'm with voodoocatwoman about packaging:

As for Weenies, I will be getting decants of the 7 I'm interested in (or one blind bottle and 6 decants, haven't decided). If there turns out to be no room left for one of them in a decant circle but I'd still like to try it, I'll let you know. I am also the tiniest bit curious about Cheesecloth Ghosts, but could get by with just a testable sniffie or something because I doubt it's actually my thing.

Sure, I wouldn't mind some milk pocky.

As for BPTP Weenies, I have signed up for a ridiculous amount of decants, so I'm good there.

As for NYCC, I'm not sure. I'm still kinda interested in the BPTP Lilith perfume Tag-Upon-Avon, but I have no idea if it will really be my thing. I'd certainly take a chance on a bottle if that's what made the most sense, though. The only GC I can think of that I could really use is Aunt Caroline's Joy Mojo... I'm not exactly low on it per se (I think my current bottle is 2/3 to 3/4 full), but I wear it in my hair every workday, so I go through quite a bit of it regardless. The only other thing I can think of is claw polishes... the problem is that the glittery BPTP ones don't really work on me for whatever reason... most people report amazing staying power with them, but mine chip off within the same day. So I can only have solid-colored ones. I already own Hail Satin, as well as Insatiable and Fear (I... think it's Fear and not Lullaby... not at home to check ) from the Crimson Peak line. I know I'm way interested in Belladonna, but as long as it's not glittery, you can surprise me!

Would you be interested in anything from the market? http://www.fairwoodfarmersmarket.org
Well, some of the cool stuff doesn't seem especially ship-able. But the raspberry wit from Big Barn Brewing sounds nice, and so do the home-made chips from Mama Torrez and the Inland Empire cider from Twilight Cider Works. And of course I've already said that I like spices/jams/jellies/coffee/soaps.

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September 12, 2016

Jenjin's Blog

Switch Witch Questions & Answers 2017

🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌒🌓🌔🌕 QUESTION LIST FROM FORUM THREAD: Would any witchees be interested in NASA swag? I'm now super-close to Marshall Space Flight Center and will be visiting the space center with my kiddo pretty regularly. If so, what would you like? Clothes, a mug, magnets, a plush Snoopy wearing a flight suit? I worked for a company that created a traveling exhibit with NASA, and I even got to transport a moon rock once. You wouldn't believe the box I had to travel with! I had all eyes on me at the airport, because it looked like something that might have a bomb in it. I got to bring the rock home with me for a night and we took it into a dark room, and lit it up with a flashlight. It looked like millions of tiny, black sparkling crystals all clustered together. MAGIC!!! I would LOVE another NASA patch if you see any of those. I already have one for the moon landing, and it needs a friend on my patch bag. Does anybody like anything from Solstice Scents? I LOVE their Jack and the Devil. http://www.solsticescents.com/ Sadly, I cannot wear any SS perfumes. They make me queasy. I adore their whipped soaps though~ Witchee, would you like anything from the Trading Post Halloween update? https://blackphoenix...y/weenies-2017/ I would LOVE to try the Crimson Pumpkin Floss, Purple Pumpkin Floss and the White Chocolate Pumpkin Floss YES!!!! Awesome farmer's market by my house. They have a local honey stand (which also sells things made from local honey like Propolis tincture!); there's a small apothecary and she additionally makes soaps and hand-made, hand-poured scented candles; plus a guy that makes an array of BBQ and Hot Sauces. Does any of this appeal? Would you like anything from my local farmer's market? Yes, the soaps would be lovely as long as they don't have tallow, milk or honey. I adore candles and BBQ sauce. Smolder Cosmetics. Do any of their products (glitter, eye dusts etc) appeal to you? https://smoldercosmetics.com These are gorgeous, but I absolutely cannot use any powdered eye dust, eye shadow or blush. It must all be cream based, otherwise my eyes go red and angry. Anything from Strobe Cosmetics (http://strobecosmetics.com)? Same as above ^^^ How would you feel about getting Hello Kitty stuff? I don't really collect hello kitty stuff, but my daughter might like it. Would you like to get some favorite recipes? Sure, i'm always looking for more vegan ideas. Would you like anything from my shop? https://www.etsy.com/shop/LisaNut? The scarves are adorable, but I seldom wear anything wooly or fuzzy here in Texas so the upcycled floral, would be very loved. Would you like anything from the Haus of Gloi Fall Part II update? https://www.hausofgl...ween-scent-list I've tried so much HoG, and really, their whipped soap is my favorite. I'm open to trying any of those. Dying for a bottle or tester of Mummies of the DF~ http://hautemacabre.bigcartel.com/product/mummies-of-mexico-city How do you feel about these little guys? I think they're adorable and kind of want them all, but especially the ghost and pirate ones. https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions These are adorable! I particularly love the ghost one. Witchees, do you want anything specifically from this page? Mitts, hat, shawls, unicorn... http://iceweasel.net/switchwitch/ Fingerless gloves are my JAM! and the sky mitts were made for me What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs? OLLA Eve, Self Portrait, The Girl is there anything from here that you might be interested in getting a print (or pillow/make-up case/etc) of? http://www.blackabbeystudios.com/store The Swan print is lovely Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things? I checked out a few items on the website, and some of the kitty earrings are cute, and the masks and scarves. Sure, it's pretty cute stuff. Might be kinda youngish for me, but I can always pass it to my daughter. Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ If so, which products/scents/flavors? Sure, i'm open to it. Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners? If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES? What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads? I am not good with dayplanners, so a pass on that, but I love stationary and decorative papers, especially Japanese papers of all kinds. Would anyone be interested in having any of Abigail Larson's artwork (either as a print or on something, like a pillow, blanket, or t-shirt)? https://society6.com/abigaillarson Absolutely! I love the totebags the most. Does anything catch your eye from Ten Thousand Villages? http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/ I do love Ten thousand Villages, but we have a shop here and a few other shops like it here. Would you be into receiving hand made (crocheted, sewn, felted, chain maille, scale, or duct tape, in my case, depending on the item) dishclothes? Scarf/shawl? Hat? Bag? Anything? Colors? (Duct tape, chain maille, and scales come in colors.) I'm not positive what these look like, but i'm open to more dishcloths for sure. Do you collect anything from SBUX like City Mugs, City Mug ornaments, City Cards, or Bearistas? If so, which do you need/want? Or would you like a City Mug or an ornament for fun? I've never seen these before, but we never go to Starbucks. I do like the New Mexico, Canada, Montreal, Hawaii, New York, San Antonio and Austin mugs. anybody want homemade fudge? I can do chocolate with or without nuts, peanut butter, and butterscotch. Sure, if it's vegan lol. do you like spicy foods? I am currently addicted to these suckers and want to send you some buffalo ridged kettle potato goodness (https://www.billygoa...shop/1lb-kicker) Yes, I love spicy in all things. do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need? I already have a large stack and probably don't need more. Do you like this beautiful art, and she makes stickers and prints...SOOOO gorgeous: https://www.shannatr...om/paperprints/ Lovely! My favorites are First Blush, The Poppy King and The Messenger's Delivery. Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures? Kumiho, Owls, Pandas, Selkie, Griffons, Pegasus, Dragons, Faeries. would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!) I do like DM, but don't need any merch. Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)? Want a bottle of Flor de Maga so badly~ 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? Sure, I could always use more shopping or produce bags. Weenies!!!! I would love testers of any of these: CARDAMOM CREAM PUMPKIN CAKE CINNAMON CHAI CUPCAKE FEEDING THE DEAD IN A WHISPERING GALLERY PUMPKIN SPICE SNAKE OIL I HEARD MANY THINGS IN HELL SINGULARLY AT EASE THE MOURNFUL INFLUENCE OF THE UNPERCEIVED SHADOW Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? www.bathandbodyworks.com/ Sorry, not a fan of BBW. Really prefer indie companies for my bath products and candles. I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but... What kind of crystals would you like? I am looking for a crystal clear citrine and perhaps a smoky quartz. Anything with a rainbow prism inside would be welcome too. Pumpkin or Zucchini bread? I feel like a broken record, but if you can find or make vegan versions, I love either. What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite? Mexican Wedding Cookies or Snickerdoodle. Could you use a muscle rub? (We make ours on the lunar cycle and it has menthol, wintergreen, habanero, cayenne, olive oil, st. john's wort, arnica, beeswax, calendula, and ginger. It tingles. We call it "Thunder Butter". If you have really really super sensitive skin, I would recommend against it. And don't take a hot shower or open all of your pores before using it.) I would love to sample this, but have super sensitive skin. Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur? YES!!!!!!!! Want some honey from the bees on our property? No honey please, sorry. Would you like somemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry. ABSOLUTELY! the rose petal and cherry would be divine~ How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero. Definitely love candied jalapenos, maybe w/o habanero. I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" (as voodoocatwoman calls them!) I wash, peel, core, and slice before dehydrating. YES YES and again YES!!!! to the Apple Crips Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight. Or how about a couple of pillowcases? LOVE especially the mini skull, unicorn, dragon, and fox bags. Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm Please, no thank you. I cannot do stevia. do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above? Yes, I have an enormous claw foot tub that I love to make into magic. 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 don't need skins, thanks tho. See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc? I hope dear Witch you aren't too put off by the fact that i'm a vegan. I'm not sure I can enjoy many of the things from See's Candy. If it's too challenging I would be incredibly happy with salty snacks like nuts, popcorn or even ginger chew type things. You will also see an example of the vegan caramels I adore on my Amazon wishlist posted at the bottom if this helps. 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? My husband and I honeymooned in NYC 22 years ago and have been back several times since then. I do love broadway shows but have not seen too many. I would love to see Hamilton, and Hello Dolly but i'm also into immersive theatre which is very hot right now. A few I've been looking at are: The Illuminati Ball and Sleep No More I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there? I would LOVE to try the Apple VII - Apple cardamom cake or the Sugared Apple Bath Oil. I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there? Gene Simmon's autograph? I'm crazy for graphic novels and anything even slightly Japanese anime. I see a BUNCH of vendors at this event, so I must say 'surprise me' Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)? I NEED the Pine Needle coasters and the telephone wire basket! Oh gods, I need most of the HOME items. The wrap bracelets are adorable, and also the scarves and knitted items would definitely thrill me. Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items. Check out my Etsy wishlist. 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! Concert posters, especially ones by Chuck Sperry (faint) Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com THIS AND THESE ZZZZZZ that site has a bunch of killer stuff. Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to? I like to hug trees. I hug the huge pecan in my backyard quite often. If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits. I love a house completely decorated with floor to ceiling tapestries, big fat floor cushions, incense burners, rugs, meditation cushions and lots of beautiful woods with rainbow crystals and windchimes hanging in the windows. I guess this is hippy eclectic but my house is already pretty close to that. Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting? I have a few aprons, but I don't really wear them. I do like tool aprons tho. BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll) That is so adorable! Of course I would give her a good home. Do you wear socks? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference? I generally wear anklets in the summer, and in the colder months, long knee highs and even over the knee. I can handle anything if it’s cute or sexy, but I LOVE really soft fibers. Would you be open to previously-loved books? Of course, but nothing too food stained. What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP? Sure! So what are your favorite fandoms? Wes Anderson, Twin Peaks, Game of Thrones, Studio Ghibli, Mark Ryden. I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so! I have a tiny little perfume bottle my father brought me from France years ago. It is a treasure to me. If you see any lovely perfume bottles to share with me, I would cry, and yes I am passionate about lavender. are you into divination? What kind(s) do you currently do? Do you want more books and/or tools for that type (e.g. new tarot cards, new runes)? Is there a new type of #divination you've been meaning to try, and if so, are you looking for the tool, a book on the subject, or both? I read tarot, use candle magic and have a few things on my Amazon wish list that i'm interested in. I'm into trying something new, perhaps scrying or a newer book on candle magic or something you've been interested in. I've recently gotten into further study on Goddess Arianrhod, and her starry wheel. Favorite gemstones? Rainbow moonstone, amethyst, midnight sapphire, black opals, labradorite, jade, alexandrite, turquoise, emerald. If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky? I have all kinds of jewelry and where all kinds depending upon my outfit, except for earrings which MUST be light. My ears don't like heavy stuff. Any love of pirates or SCA? Pirates are fun, but I don't collect any pirate bounty. Is there anything you would like from Disney World? GAH! the shopping at Disney World, BLOWS MY MIND!!! I remember the CUTEST Japan store at the Epcot center. Good grief! I would take ANYTHING from there - paper note pads, pencils, pens, lucky cats, jewelry, socks, stuffies, tea cups, lanyards, glass. Pins and boxes for BPAL are always welcome especially from the Haunted Mansion. Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong? I'm in the Ravenclaw house which is perhaps a good fit for several reasons. How do you feel about chokers? I don't really wear thin chokers often because I don't really wish to draw attention to my aging neck, but I do wear a few pieces that are wider and I love layered necklaces that either wrap or have a few different lengths of chain. Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage? If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type? That's adorable. It would be fun to have something to hang over a doorway rather than vertical. Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year? We do have a TJ's here. I really love the nuts and dried fruit selection treatwise. I'm open to pumpkin stuff, but it's GOT TO BE VEGAN. Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets? I'm crazy about different kinds of salts, especially smoky, black and pink. We also have an amazing pepper grinder and could always use more pepper corns. YES on spices, we use so much, vanilla extract is always welcome. I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......would a witches want anything from here? Bike or beach related?? Some mermaid looking beads or stuffy would be fun. What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice. I have to say, one of the exclusives from NYCC. I know it's a stretch, but this would thrill me beyond the moon and back. I'd also like a reveal Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps? Sure, they look like they were made for me~ Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like? Those small, squeaky tennis balls are like gold around here and in terms of treats, they both adore those bully sticks with a passion, even though I think they are disgusting. Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update? I tried a bunch of NAVA and have decided it's just not my jam. I am eyeing a few Halloween scents from Possets though~ Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?- If you are a gamer do you have a steam/gamestop/amazon wishlist? Not really, but was OBSESSED with Journey for a while. I'm always looking for dreamy rollplay games. I do play Hearthstone and World of Warcraft a bit. How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)? I do love scarves and really like the lacy one, especially in BLACK would be lovely ❤︎ Like beer? What styles most appeal to you? Yes, I rarely drink but I do like pale ales and my fave is fruity La Fin Du Monde. I also like Goose Island. Like booze? What kinds? Pimms, Spiced Rum, Sambuca, Apple cider, Tequila Rose, Kahlua, Mezcal Like Wine? What kinds? Fruity, sweet wines are my preference especially apple wine and Riesling. I can appreciate a rich, complex red at times too. Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors! Sure sounds fun. The more Morticia in look the better. 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? Nightmare Before Christmas, The Shining, Bram Stoker's Dracula, What We Do in the Shadow's, Beetlejuice, Crimson Peak, The Haunting (original) and OLLA. I have a trunk full of Nightmare Before Christmas things and sure, I would take more. I do like vampire things etc. too. Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com/ I'm a wee bit obsessed with soaps, and would love to try your favorites. What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from? I love brightly painted skulls, and owls the most. I love Dia de los Muertos things, but live just down the street from a HUGE mexican vendor and really, have too much already. Please, nothing demonic, blood splatter, slasher gore in theme, I very much prefer cutesy girly Halloween and vintage themed items. Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate? Sure, but please it has to be vegan (sorry) 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? Please no, my junk drawers are busting full~ Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art? If you have a lovely zentangle piece you would like to create for me, I would appreciated it, but I have tried it and moved on. I draw and paint ALL the time on my own, without working in that method. Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc? Sure, the more macabre the better What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams, candy? I can't to honey, but I LOVE maple syrup, YES to jams and candy if vegan. Are you interested in any prescription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy? I'm already subscribed to ipsy, but that is the only one. Subscription services are super fun and I adore magazines this Faery Mag, Bust, Vanity Faire, and Elle Decor. Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.? Sure, i'm still looking for the perfect dark, goth lippie How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes? Vinyl! I have a turntable Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book? Actual book. I have a kindle too if ou want to go that way. 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 and Incense. I would be happy with any of these things and my fave candle brands are Dark Candles and Voluspa. I also have a few vendors on Etsy I really like that are included within my wishlist. My handsdown fave incenses are Shoyeido's River Path, and BLACKBIRD Gorgo and also Tilda. Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials? I love decorative papers, glass glitter, czech glass bead, feathers, metallic pens, dutch wax african fabric, plant terrarium goodies and cool buttons. if you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)? knitted washcloths? a scarf? Are you allergic or sensitive to any fibers? Sure, I would love handwarmers, arm sleeves and washcloths the most. I prefer natural fibers. If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why? I think being Amelie even for a weekend would be a fabulous. Like living in the BEST dream. If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why? 1920's NYC to hang out in the speakeasies and explore the art scene. EXCITING! If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite? Beth, Yves Saint Laurent and Michele Lamy. Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best. Absolutely! I have one of her pieces on my Etsy wish list. Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else? Sure! It would be fun if you made me a hat even. I am Women's size 10, 5'10" or size Medium Tall Curvy. Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends? False eyelashes are always fun. I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would want? Hellyass! Plushies, tea bowls, stickers, stationary, ink pens, pencils, charms, figurines, candy. How do you feel about nail wraps? I'm usually not patient enough to do nail wraps, but i'm open to giving it another go if they are kickazz Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet? Probably just adding to my jewelry making skills. I want to learn lost wax casting and enameling techniques. Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for? I would, health and healing Do you like poetry? Yes, I adore Ray Bradbury, Pablo Neruda, Anne Sexton and more Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints? Yes, as long as I don't have to feed them. Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness? Yes, I love fibers and yarn. Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity? Yes, I would be a grinch otherwise. Please provide wishes from the last two updates? From the Lilith's: Do All the Good You Can & Vampire Princess CD's: Behind the Veils, Harper, Jiaolong Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive? (http://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk/) I adore Future Prim soap bars!!!!! Best in the universe! White Witch, Dark Carnival, Toffee Moon Face, Owletts End, i'm really open to trying anything from them. Love the bath grains too. Are there any UK things you'd like to get? I've been wanting to try ANYTHING from BOMB Cosmetics. https://bombcosmetics.co.uk/ Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them? I don't listen to any specific podcasts. I do listen to audiobooks, but nothing beyond that. Would you like something from Nui Cobalt Designs (https://nuicobaltdesigns.com/)? I've been wanting to try Amy Blackthorn's tea selections, and I see they carry them. I LOVE beeswax chime-size candles. I'm not so much into trying any of the bath spells or magickal oils tho, I stick pretty close to TAL and make my own salts and such. Or maybe some of Christina's lovely Halloween candles at Sihaya & Co. (https://www.sihayaan...lection-candles)? Hocus Pocus and Sisterhood of the Moon look amazing! Yes, these look lovely. ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes? http://www.ilnp.com/ I could stare at these all freakin day! I wouldn't get anything done if I had this on my fingers. I would be to busy being mesmerized by the stunning magic going on! YES to the HELL YESS Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc. Yes, I use alot of stationary and collect washi tape, all sorts of stickers and pens. I LOVE this shop on ETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MightyPaperShop?ref=l2-shopheader-name Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink? Or Haus of Gloi? My favorite things from Cocoa Pink are the Linen Spray, Silky Soft Body Oil and the Argan Ends with Benefits. I adore the Tihota fragrance, and also Marshmallow Fireside, Fluffy Green Tea, Genevieve, Stingy Jack, Orb Weaver, Tokyo Market, Marshmallow Cake on Mondays Noel, and Hawaiian Cake. From HoG I seriously love Moon Dog! especially the Hair Oil. I LOVE the bar soap too, but i'm not sure they will be making it again. I don't really like the pumpkin butter, I think it makes me break out, and the scrubs are too chunky for me. Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath? I already have one for the front door, but could use one for inside What are your feelings about Scooby Doo? I loved watching Scooby Doo as a kid, but when Scrappy Doo came along, that little brat was incredibly unwatchable. Fast forward many years later, I have fond memories of classic Scooby Shaggy, Velma, Daphne etc. but that's about it and wouldn't want any memorabilia. How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)? I have used makeup from several indie companies, but cannot wear any loose, powder products. My eyes are VERY sensitive to mica dust. It's not pretty~ I drink this stuff almost everyday would anyone else be interested in trying it out? https://www.criobru.com/ Unfortunately, I can no longer drink coffee so YES I am really curious about this and if it would mess with me like regular coffee... Would you like one of the Halloween Teeturtle shirts? Might be a little too "cute" for me. But I do like any of the FOX, Dia de los Octopus, and PURRanormal Activity. My fave spooky shirts are from Nightchannels: http://nightchannels.com Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update? Honestly, I've never gotten a bad thing from Moona. I adore the thoughtfulness and care she puts into her creations. Some of the FALL standouts are the new Magic Pillar candles she is making. Also, her Butter Rich lotion is my FAVORITE! I want EVERYTHING in the new Witches Milk fragrance. I'm also in love with her hydrating misters, in Conjuring Room. That one sounds so lovely. Anything with the Moona apricot, The Witching Hour, Kyphi Magic intrigues me, and finally, Swirly Pop and the Blood Orange Cotton Candy. What are your coffee and/or tea preferences? My most favorite tea is this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004RX51CI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 But I also love Matcha, Chai, Vanilla, and Chocolate teas. I'm open to trying new tea flavors, and I have teapots for loose teas etc. - Coffee: whole beans or ground? Can't drink coffee anymore~ - Tea: black, green, herbal, flavors? Not big on medicinal, grassy or herbal tea unless you think it's really delicious, but i'm down with all others. - Loose leaf or tea bags? Either - Anything specific you don't like? flavored decaf - Are you in need of any gadgetry? I love tea bowls and other goodies that go along with tea serving, especially the brightly colored Japanese Suzuko tea canisters. 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 could always use more storage options for my BPAL so I'm open to any size really. Love boxes! Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks) - What are your faves if you are? Hada Labo Rohto lotion masks. I use the little cotton sheets with it. It's my all time fave. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FQUGXA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever... I've really been getting into more gothic, romantic fiction. Black taffeta swishing skirts, candlelit interiors, and gloom with a twist I can't really say I've started any new ventures, but have been trying to do my Ashtanga each day and setting aside a few moments to meditate. I've also been buying and playing alot more LP's! Love records the how warm the music sounds. Just as reference~ ETSY wishlist AMAZON thrills 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌒🌓🌔🌕 * * * * * * * MAIN SW QUESTIONAIRRE: Basic Info Birthday: June 27 Moonchild Pets: MeeChi-san (Black and Tan Pomeranian) Yoshimi (Black Pomeranian) Shanti (Siamese Cat) Children: 17 year old daughter Lula Sabine Religious orientation: Earth Mother Pagan leanings and spiritual. Light alot of candles, ring bells, chant and collect herbs for all sorts of reasons. Favorite Holiday: Summer Holiday at the Beach Occupation/Major in school: Visual Arts & Horticulture Science Living arrangement (by yourself, with roommates, etc): Me, the Hubs, the Kid, the Mums and furbabies. Livejournal/Blog/Website: I have a tiny tarot page on Tumblr Organizations/Causes/Activities (Things you belong to or causes you believe in): SA Humane Society, Circle School, American Civil Liberties Union BPAL Favorite BPAL oils: Dusky Shroud, Lamia, Insects, Mother Ghost, Black Moths, Media, Ava, Volcano in Springtime, Boomslang, The Bride, Snake Oil, Mrs. Valentine, Kumiho, Cave of Treasure Favorite notes: Vanilla Musk, Bourbon Vanilla, Tuberose, Black Vanilla Bean, Black Lily, Amber, Vanilla Amber, Sweet Pea, Opium, Spun Sugar, Rare Woods, White Pearled Leather, Fur, Sandalwood, Vanilla Orchid. Favorite non-BPAL perfumes: Killian Back to Black Aphrodisiac, By Killian Love, Santal 33, Noir Tropical by Maria Candida Gentil, Poison Girl, Hypnotic Poison. Least favorite notes: Smoke, maple, ozone, violet, dirt, blood, metal, butter, cheese, peach, pumpkin. Least favorite non-BPAL perfumes: Polo, Bath and Body Works, Nocturne Alchemy (really), Solstice Scents (headache) If Beth made a custom blend for you, what would the notes be, and what would you want the label art to look like? This one changes, but right now, I would LOVE a purple, root-beer float sort of thing, like Dusky Shroud but creamier, so Deep Indigo Opium petals, Smoked Vanilla Fluff, Sarsaparilla, Rice Milk, and a drop of Pearled Leather. Sexy Saloon Girls https://theartstack....04-1980-ca-1920 Lifestyle Style/home decoration style: Eclectic with hard woods, fireplace, lots of sunlight, plants, some modernist antiques in a 100-year-old bungalow with tons of cactus outside and trees. Favorite decorating colors: The darkest Teal Blue, Greys, Parchment, Gold, citrine, pearl. Things you collect: Deer figurines, minerals and gemstones, cactus, tarot cards, orchids, bpal, black cameos, art books, art supplies, windchimes, records, japanese tea bowls and cups. Favorite music: Rock, Reggae, Afrofunk, Electronic, Folk, Experimental: Grimes, Black Angels, Nick Cave, Stereolab, Beck, Radiohead, The Cure. Least favorite music: Country Vegetarian/Vegan?: (Please be as specific as possible to reduce confusion!) VEGAN Other food restrictions: no, just VEGAN Favorite flavors: Chai, Coconut, Caramel, Vanilla, Cherry, Mango, Almond, Pistachio Favorite foods/drinks: Chai Tea steamer with Almond milk steamer every morning! Matcha, Loose Teas, NUTS! Popcorn, Pizza, Salads, Sandwiches, Thai, Vietnamese, Popcorn, Chocolate, Cookies, Pie! Favorite authors/genres: John Steinbeck, Hermann Hesse, Elizabeth McCracken, Brom, Arthur Golden, Clive Barker, Neil Gaiman, Katherine Dunn, Tom Robbins, Piers Anthony, Kazue Ishiguro. Salinger, Moomintroll. Dystopian, horror, fantasy, YA, books that take place in its own original world, magical realism and graphic novels like My Favorite Thing is Monsters by Emil Ferris. Least favorite authors/genres: Dean Koontz Books/authors you'd like to read, but haven't yet: I have a long list on Goodreads. The books that are “would like to read” I do not own yet. https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/11567200-jennifer-wallace How do you feel about receiving gently used books as gifts? Better than new! I also have a Kindle. Favorite stores (including clothing stores): Ikea, Marshall’s, Free People, Zara, Sephora, Jo Ann’s, Target, Trader Joe’s. Favorite online stores (including B&B stores): Etsy, Sockdreams, The Coven’s Cottage, Gaia Conceptions. BPAL + TP, Alchemic Muse, Arcane Bunny Society, Valhalla Soap, Future Primitive, The Bathing Garden, Haus of Gloi, Cellar Door, Bloodmilk, Cocoa Pink, Handmade in Florida Soap bars, Amazon, Child of Wild. Magazines you subscribe to: New York Times, Vanity Fair Magazines you like, but don't subscribe to: Wallpaper Magazine, Maker, Sunset, Faerie Magazine, BUST Favorite movies: OLLA, Nightmare Before Christmas, Little Sister, The Fountain, Run Lola Run, Pan’s Labyrinth, It Follows, Crouching Tiger: Hidden Dragon, Birdman, Inception, Moonrise Kingdom, Under the Skin, Nights of Cabiria. The Piano, Zentropa, Blue/White/Red, Amalie, Let the Right One In, The Ring, The Shining, Spirited Away. Favorite TV show(s): Game of Thrones, The Leftovers, Lost, Mad Men, Six Feet Under, Saturday Night Live, Twin Peaks, Sex and the City, Downton Abbey, Orange is the New Black, Stranger Things, Sense8, Project Runway, The OA, Westworld, Girls, The Night Of. Hobbies/crafts done: Jewelry Making, Gardening, Painting, Sewing, Flower Arranging, Ceramics. Clothing & Jewelry: T-shirt and Jeans, Maxi dresses, Eclectic bohemian hippy child yoga free spirit with a big splash of goth. Hair type: Reddish Blonde, straight, below shoulders. Skin Type: Fair and freckled Allergies (specifically B&B related): I have VERY sensitive skin and cannot use the Post hair oil EVER! It triggers my eczema. Other things to avoid: Cinnamon candles or really anything that smells fake. Tub, shower or both? Both Favorite bath & beauty products: Makeup is pretty simple, but I do stain my lips, wing my eyeliner sometimes, use mascara, cream eyeshadow, claw polish in greys, mauves, indigo, and pale pink, and lip shine. For bath goodies, I like both whipped soap and bar soap equally, along with scrubs. Spray or pouring body oils, hair oils and detanglers. *Lipstick – I’m a lipstick junkie! I’m open to trying anything but prefer creamy mattes that aren’t drying. *Mascara – I’m open to trying colors! My hands down fave is Lancome Hypnose. Second fave is the much cheaper Loreal Paris Voluminous *Nail Polish - Love neutrals, greys, blues, golds, silvers, browns and halos stuff. *Eyeshadow – I only use crème eyeshadows, love dark pinks, browns, and golds. Clothing Style/Fave garments: t-shirts, scarves, socks, yoga goodies, sunglasses, hats, soft bras. Favorite clothing colors/colors to wear: black, dark blue, grey. Type(s) of jewelry worn: Rings, Bracelets, Earrings, Long Necklaces. Ring/wrist/collar size: Ring size 7-8, wrist is small. Jewelry - gold or silver? Silver Do you have any allergies to metal? No Favorite gemstones: Crystals, moonstone, labradorite, opal, amethyst, black tourmaline but really anything magical in tone. Sock/Shoe Size: 9.5 Random Questions: - On a scale of 1-5, how organized are you? 4 Somewhat organized home but drawers a bit of a mess. - Where, outside of the U.S. would you love to visit? (if you're international, this can be anywhere) Sydney, Australia to see my mumsie and my history -Where, inside of the U.S. would you love to visit? I would like to go back to Taos New Mexico -Favorite City in the US/World? New York City, Honolulu, Mexico City and Prague. - 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 play with it for a few minutes and then give it to my daughter. - What animal do you feel like the most? Lioness - Your favorite feature about yourself: idk- my black, expressive eyebrows. - Do you live in a neighborhood or in the middle of nowhere? Downtown in a very large city. -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. The perfect dark shade of lipstick AND The perfect WIFI stereo receiver. - How do you feel about boi witches? Yes! - Do you like garage sales (boot sales)? Yes, but I prefer really large ones like the one we go to in Austin at the convention center, and mostly just window shop unless it’s an antique, turquoise ring. - I like to slather my food in …: Chili - Sambal Oelek - State fairs or carnivals? Carnivals - You

Jenjin

September 11, 2016

bookworm's Blog

13 Nights of Halloween 2016 questions and answers

Anything here: http://paintboxsoapworks.com/ looklike something you'd like to try (assuming that you're not already ordering it)?
I wouldn’t mind trying either their hot process soap or a sample size sorbetto in Dead Leaves on the Dirty Ground, Gingermilk, Red Right Hand, Smoky Jack, or Whiskers.

Do you like stuff related to Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
It’s not really my thing, but some of the skeleton and sugar skull stuff is neat.

How about handknitted things? Especially fall themed things! Anything specific, ie socks, mitts, hats, home decor like pumpkin coasters or wall hangings?
Sure! Handknitted home decor like pumpkin coasters or a wall hanging would be great.  

Are there any fandoms or specific collectible genres you would appreciate things of/for(ex: you collect shot glasses, or the ninth Doctor is your bae)?
 I’m not hugely into any fandoms any more, but I still like to occasionally pick up stuff related to Mystery Science Theater 3000 (Joel era), Supernatural (with focus on Dean), and various anime (Black Butler has some cool merchandise - either Sebastian or Grell, and never ever Sebastian/Ciel!). I also have a small but growing collection of lucky cat / maneki neko stuff.  

Do you have a favorite Fall/Halloween symbol?
Bats! I also like ravens and rats and mice and ghosts and skeletons and all sorts of simple or cute Halloween symbols. I like vampires a lot, too. 

First, talk to me about soaps- do you like them, and what kinds of scents/lather/varieties do you like?
I love bar soaps! Not so much the glycerin/melt and pour ones, but all other kinds. I’m fine with scrubby ones, and I like pretty much most scents when it comes to soap. I love clove-scented soaps, other spicy scents, mint scents, resin scents, even some florals and herb scents (rose, lilac, lemon verbena, etc.).

Second, tell me about teas! Favorites? Anything you'd like to try?
Oh, gosh, I have so many teas that I’m trying not to acquire any more until I’ve used up what I have. That said, if you have a favourite you’d like to share, I’d be up for trying it.

Lastly, I go to Renn Faire- is there anything from there you might like?
I’ve only been to a Renn Faire type event once in my life, and that was decades ago, so I really have no idea. If you see something that you think I’d like, then I probably would!

What Weenie of years past are you seeking from the lab?
Dorian in the Pumpkin Patch is the one that comes to mind first. I wouldn’t mind trying Snake Oil in the Pumpkin Patch either, but I love Dorian, so I’ve always sort of regretted that I didn’t get a bottle of that.

Are you a shawl wearer- and if you don't wear one now, would you?
I’m not, but I could be! I’m always cold in the winter, yet I hate to turn up the heat if I can possibly avoid it, so a shawl would be lovely for some extra warmth. Of course, a purely pretty non-warm scarf would also be very nice!

Tell me about LUSH- do you like them? If so, what are some of your favorite things from there? Particularly fond scents or products? Stuff you can't stand?
I’m not really a fan of LUSH.

So, in this swap, you open a goodie every day. I have seen this gift direction done several different ways, but I am interested in which you are most keen to do. Would you rather:
A. have strict direction as to which gift is to be opened on which day(aka the number system)?
B.have a few gifts that are meant to be opened on specific days (ex: *this* one is for Halloween night only), but the rest be your choice?
C. have a free-for-all, grab bag-style box of goodies, where you are the sole arbiter of your goodie grabbing destiny(everything is wrapped but you pick the gift you want to open each day)?
D. be surprised?
I’ll be fine with however you want to do it.

Stuff from Japan?
Oh my gosh, ANYTHING! I read/watch a lot of manga and anime, so I’m kind of intrigued by most things Japanese, and there are so many super cute things from Japan! I’m especially fond of maneki neko stuff, and anything related to one of the manga or anime series I like would be super cool. I’m sure I’ve listed them all at various times in various questionnaires, but right now the ones that spring to mind are Psychic Detective Yakumo / Shinrei Tantei Yakumo, The Ancient Magus’ Bride / Mahou Tsukai no Yome, Ghost Hunt (Akuryou series & Akumu no Sumu ie), Library War / Toshokan Sensou, Black Butler / Kuroshitsuji, Mythical Detective Loki Ragnarok / Matantei Loki Ragnarok, Adekan, Hellsing, Demon Prince of Momochi House, and Diabolik Lovers. I’ve managed to get CDs with the theme songs from a lot of my favourite shows, but I’m still noticeably missing the character songs from Inu X Boku (I have a copy of MUCC’s song “Nirvana”, but none of the other songs featured in the show) and Cascade’s song “sexy sexy” from Ghost Stories / Gakkou no kaidan, so copies of any of those would be great (don’t need originals - downloaded and burned onto a CD is fine). I think a mix CD of your favourite Japanese pop songs or the like if you have them would be fantastic, too. Stationary, Hello Kitty, any cute stuff would be welcomed and loved. Oh, I would love a postcard or souvenir from your part of Japan - something specific to your hometown or where you’re living now would be really cool to get.

Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice?
I’m probably going to come down on the side of No Pumpkin Spice. I don’t really like the scent of pumpkin, and the only pumpkin flavored things I get excited about are pumpkin beers and Trader Joe’s pumpkin muffins.

Milk, white, and/or Dark Chocolate?
Milk is the best, and I like some white too (Green & Black has a very nice white chocolate bar, which unfortunately my local grocery store has apparently stopped stocking). Dark chocolate is my least favourite, and I like it less the darker it gets, but if there’s other stuff in it (mint, for instance), it works sometimes.

Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there?
Nothing I can think of, but a votive or two would be fine.

Trading Post Goodies?
My old BPTP pen is pretty beat up, so I wouldn’t mind a replacement. I’d love to try The Serpentine perfume oil - that’s the only thing really tempting me at the moment. Or if you have an unloved decant of Portrait of a Young Woman with Unicorn hair gloss or Saint Justina with the Unicorn hair gloss sitting around, I wouldn’t mind trying either one of those.

Bath and Bodyworks?
I’m overstocked on Bath & Body Works stuff for the most part, but I do go through their PocketBacs pretty quick, so I’m always happy to get more.

Tell me of your Sock Dreams, please!
The bamboo cushy lounger crew or black or charcoal striped crew socks are nice, as are a lot of the critter crew or midcalf socks (love the Mr. Fox crew!). Favourite critter socks (besides Mr. Fox, of course) are the Koi Fish crew, Shark Attack midcalf, New Zealand Sleepy Sheep bed socks, Love Bunny crew, and Monsters midcalf socks. I also like the Cotton Lace anklet socks in any of the dark colors (black, brown, navy).

i'd like to make some baked goods, would you like some? And if you have any food allergies what can I use as a substitute?
Absolutely! I love home baked stuff, and I have no food allergies to worry about.

Anything special you want from the Target dollar spot?
Nothing I’m aware of at the moment.

I live in The Netherlands. If there's anything in particular that you'd like to get from here, now's the time to tell!
I don't really know anything about the Netherlands or what special things are available there, but I'm open to anything you might want to share! A souvenir or something you think is representative of your country would be great - I'd love to learn more about it!

I'm sort of collecting Lush showergels.Regular collection, but also many Kitchen items. Are there any showergels you'd like to try? I'd be happy to make you samples!
I'm not familiar with Lush shower gels, so there's nothing I'm specifically wanting to try.

What is your stance on Glitter?
I'm pro-glitter! Most everything is better with a little (or a lot of) glitter on it!

Also, if you have a Goodreads or other online reading log, does it include a wishlist? Otherwise, is it safe to assume books on the 'to-read' section are wishlist items? Or are you less into keeping a physical copy of the book, and instead prefer to turn to the awesomeness of the library to get your to-read need accomplished.
I don't have a Goodreads or other online reading log.

how about art? (Small/mailing safe sizes, course)
As long as it's small, sure.

Tea lovers, what do you like from Whittard?
I know nothing at all about Whittard, so I checked it out. Even though the question was about tea, the first thing that caught my eye was that they have hot chocolate in addition to tea. The white hot chocolate sounds fantastic, as do the limited edition spiced flavour hot chocolate and the orange flavor hot chocolate. Tea-wise, I wouldn't mind trying the Spice Imperial, Vanilla Sundae, Regal Blend, Chilli Chai, or Petit Macaron. Or maybe the Cherry Blossom green tea?
How do you feel about reading series out of order? Obviously not in situations where the subsequent books are part of the same story arc where you will be totally lost and frustrated if you haven't read all of them, but say, standalone stories which are technically part of a series and which might obliquely reference past books, but not in such as way as to spoil the plot of the book which I happen to have in my possession that you might like.
If it can be read as a stand-alone, then sure. Would you be interested in a Halloween themed short story anthology?
Absolutely! Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive?
Hmm, I hate to put a limit on books, but I'm so far behind on reading the books that I already have stacking up, so maybe no more than 3 or 4? Have you read Movies in 15 Minutes by our very own Cleolinda? Would you like to?
I haven't. I see maybe one current movie a year, so I'm not sure this book would really be my sort of thing. What kind of phone do you have?
A regular old non-smart flip phone. Have you seen the horror film The Babadook? If so, did you like it? Would you want something Babadook-themed?
Nope. Those who are amenable to yarnie things--ok, two questions: Any undesirable fibers (wool allergy, vegan so no critter hair at all, etc.)? and how do you feel about cowls/infinity scarves?
As long as no critters are harmed in the process of collecting their hair, I'm fine with it. One of my friends gifted me an infinity scarf last year and showed me how to use it, so I can handle an infinity scarf now. Incense:
I like it, but I almost never burn it. Candles are just easier for me to use.

Motherhood update:
I'm really tempted by Reapers Gonna Reap. I can see myself ordering a bottle of that at some point. None of the others were as tempting, but I'd like to at least try Baby's First Krampuslauf, Heavenly Spark, My Little Grotesque, and Texare.

bookworm

September 10, 2016

sarandipitee's stuff

Switch Witch 2016: The Return of the Witch

Basic Info
Birthday: May 24th
Pets: 2 cats, Atticus (male, fixed, 2.5 years) and Cleo (female, fixed, 10 years)
Children: nope
Religious orientation: Very vague Pagan leanings (I have an altar, I like crystals, I use TALS, etc).
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Occupation/Major in school: retail management
Living arrangement (by yourself, with roommates, etc): My fiance and the furbrats
Livejournal/Blog/Website: templeandarche on twitter/tumblr/LJ/insta
Organizations/Causes/Activities (Things you belong to or causes you believe in):
Fixed Fur Life, Parkinsons Canada, Quinte Humane Society, RAINN, Gleaners Food Bank

BPAL
Favorite BPAL oils:
GC - Alice, Anubis, Chimera, Dorian, Envy, Morocco, Old Demons of the First Class, SIn
LE - Antique Lace, Callisto (moons of Jupiter), Chokmah, Unseelie, Elf V4, Fetish.Goth, Gemini 2016, Tombeur, Pickled Imp, Ebon Night (TAL), Seduction IX (TAL), Lawn Gnome, De Vos' Unicorn, Snake Charmer (Orig)
Favorite notes: vanilla, lavender, musk (red can be iffy), honey, patchouli, frankincense, myrrh, blackberry, currant, chocolate, pine pitch, oak moss, ambergris and vetiver in small doses
Favorite non-BPAL perfumes:
NAVA: Bastet, Eternal Ankh. Viktor Rolf SpiceBomb. Atelier: Vetiver, Vanille Insensee. Lush: Lord of Misrule, Karma.
Least favorite notes:
rose, violet, jasmine, lily, cedar, gardenia, ozone. Aquatic and Cold/winter scents are very hit or miss.
Least favorite non-BPAL perfumes:
Chanel no. 5
If Beth made a custom blend for you, what would the notes be, and what would you want the label art to look like?
(copying last year's answer) Lavender, currant, ambergris, vanilla bean and a hint of musk. Label art... the old farmhouse or cottage from my childhood.

Lifestyle
Style/home decoration style: modern with eclectic vintage and antique with pop culture pieces.
Favorite decorating colors: turquoise, chocolate brown, red, black, light grey, jewel tones
Things you collect: comics, books, Maneki-neko, Pop Funko Figures, Action Figures (mainly from tv shows/movies/comics I love), blurays, clothes, jewellery, Squishables, vintage and new LP's (I like stuff. srsly)
Favorite music: I love all music (except for what is listed below)
Least favorite music: Industrial, techno, country, death metal
Vegetarian/Vegan?: (Please be as specific as possible to reduce confusion!) no
Other food restrictions: no
Favorite flavors: mango, cherry, lime, SPICE (not hot, but flavour), pumpkin, vanilla, chocolate
Favorite foods/drinks: pizza, italian, korean, thai, steak (I'm an unapologetic meat eater), tea (love David's tea), vanilla coke, wine, micro brewed beer, ice cream, cheesecake
Favorite authors/genres: Neil Gaiman. Kelly Sue DeConnick. Warren Ellis. Jacqueline Carey. I love fantasy, horror, scifi, cheesy paranormal smut books, young adult, etc. Here's my goodreads page for some ideas (but tbh I rarely update it).
Least favorite authors/genres: I wish I could get into classics more, but stuff like Pride and Prejudice bores the crap out of me.
Books/authors you'd like to read, but haven't yet: Wild by Cheryl Strayed, Zen in the Art of Writing by Ray Bradbury, Words for Pictures: The Art and Business of Writing Comics and Graphic Novels by Brian Michael Bendis, American Gods: Author's Preferred Text (only this version, I've read the original) by Neil Gaiman.
How do you feel about receiving gently used books as gifts? LOVE it!
Favorite stores (including clothing stores): Lush, Top Shop, Aritzia, Atmosphere, LuluLemon, Bench, Disney Store, H&M, Homesense, UNIQLO
Favorite online stores (including B&B stores):
most of these are on etsy:
Elements and Artifacts
LunaBlueBoutique
BlackMilkClothing
Pretty Indulgent
Villainess
Blame Betty
PaintBox Soapworks
Magazines you subscribe to: none
Magazines you like, but don't subscribe to: none
Favorite movies: This is a tough one for me - I LOVE movies. Current top 5: Mad Max: Fury Road (like, it's a perfect film for me), Labyrinth, Before Sunrise/Sunset/Midnight (ok, I'm cheating, but it's a great trilogy), Kill Bill Vol 1, Howl's Moving Castle and I'll sneak in Almost Famous under the radar. Also, anything from John Hughes and almost every Marvel made movie (except Iron Man 2 and Ant-Man).
Favorite TV show(s): Currently airing: Stranger Things, The Flash, Daredevil, AKA Jessica Jones, Penny Dreadful, Mr. Robot, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Teen Wolf, Orphan Black, iZombie. Of all time: Buffy, Firefly, Sherlock, Farscape, MadMen, Justified, Veronica Mars, Community and many more (I like me some netflix).
Hobbies/crafts done: I don't really craft much. I don't have time

Clothing & Jewelry
Hair type: Super fine, above shoulders, and super lots off it. Currently medium brown with blonde streaks and with bleached ends.
Skin Type: Very fair/combination dry and oily in patches
Allergies (specifically B&B related): My skin is super sensitive, and it's hard to pin down what can make it react, but I find the more natural the product is, the less likely I am to have a reaction to it.
Other things to avoid: see above and Body Lotion. I have waaayy to much and don't use it.
Tub, shower or both? both, but I LUUURRVESS baths.
Favorite bath & beauty products: LUSH: bath bombs, bubble bars, bath melts, shower jellies massage bars (wiccy magic muscle bar is AMAZING), wtc. BPTP hair gloss and bath oils. PAINTBOX SOAPWORKS: her soap is incredible (I'm down to try other bath items too). LIP BALM.
Clothing Style/Fave garments: love tights, cool pop culture tees (think RIPT), funky scarves, hoodies, yoga bottoms and tops, doc martens, running shoes, drape cardigans, tanks, boyfriend tees, oversized sweaters.
Favorite clothing colors/colors to wear: black, choc brown, deep jewel tones
Type(s) of jewelry worn: earrings, rings, bracelets, necklaces, nose rings - I love jewellery.
Ring/wrist/collar size: 7-8 ring, 7" wrist, 18-20" necklace
Jewelry - gold or silver? silver/white metal preferred but I do like rose/yellow/copper colours as well.
Do you have any allergies to metal? yes, nickel allergies for my wrists, ears and fingers and my nose piercing is very sensitive (only titanium or gold).
Favorite gemstones: garnet, amber, flourite, emerald, spinel, labradorite
Sock/Shoe Size: 9

Random Questions:
- On a scale of 1-5, how organized are you?
about a 3.5. I could be better.

- Where, outside of the U.S. would you love to visit? (if you're international, this can be anywhere)
I'd love to see Thailand, Iceland, Scotland, Morocco, Italy, Ireland, Austria, Japan, Australia, Belize and Bali. I'd also love to see more of Canada - Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, Alberta and B.C

-Where, inside of the U.S. would you love to visit?
I'd love to see New Orleans, Chicago and Boston in the US. I'd love to stay in Montana and Arizona for long periods of time. Hawaii!

-Favorite City in the US/World?
I love Toronto, London, San Diego and NYC.

- Do people tell you that you act older, younger, or your age?
My age mostly (when I'm sick, I regress to a 5 yr old)

-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)
Not big on guns (even toy guns), so I'd probably thank you and find another home for it.

- What animal do you feel like the most?
cat. always very feline.

- Your favorite feature about yourself:
My laugh, mouth and my eyes.

- Do you live in a neighborhood or in the middle of nowhere?
Small town that feels like the middle of nowhere.

-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.
Under $10? Funny apron for when I cook. Over $10? Nice set of watercolour pencils or calligraphy set.

- How do you feel about boi witches?
Awesome

- Do you like garage sales (boot sales)?
Yup. I love bargain hunting.

- I like to slather my food in :
tzatziki, pepper, sour cream, blue cheese dressing

- State fairs or carnivals?
Meh. The CNE is 3 hours away and the local fair kinda sucks. I'm sure a real state fair would be awesome though.

- 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?
Lion tamer. Or Ring Master.

- What mythical or fantastic race of creatures (dragons, unicorns, griffins, elves, dwarves, faeries, etc.) do you most identify with?
Elves. Faeries too. I also kinda dig dragons.

- 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?
My favourite ring, the puzzle box my grandfather picked up while serving in the Korean War, a wine cork, lip balm (I am NEVER without balm and have an extra 10 stashed around my apartment), empty imps of my favourite bpals and, my copy of the Outsiders by S.E. Hinton, my statue of a black cat and my cell phone.

- Do you need storage boxes/bottles/containers? Decorated or Plain?
I love decorated boxes! And I can always use another ammo box for imps.

- 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?
Fly to NYC and eat an amazing meal after a day of shopping and sightseeing. Settle into my hotel suite with some very expensive champagne and (hopefully) Tom Hardy/Josh Hartnett/Idris Elba etc.

- Do you like steampunk & if so what kind of steampunk item would you most like to receive?
I think Steampunk is cool, but I know very little about it or what items I'd like.

- Do you have an Etsy shop?
no

- Would you like to receive baked goods, if so what kind?
I like baked goods, so something that would survive the border crossing if necessary. Like Fudge.

- What is something totally random (yes, that thing that just popped into your head) that hasn't been covered by any previous questions?
no

Notes (Here's where you can add additional information you'd like your Switch Witch to know!):
Dear Witch: You are awesome!! Please know that this questionnaire is just meant to help you come up with some ideas. I am going to adore anything you send me and (hopefully) we'll both gain a new friend. Thanks so much!

Would you be interested in home made food items?
- garlic dill pickles - no thank you because we use my late grandfather's recipe and make our own every year.
- blackberry jam - Oh yeah, I LOVE blackberry all the things.
- dried honey crisp apples - no thank you
- applesauce (with or without red hots) - no thank you.
- elderberry syrup (with honey and apple cider vinegar - great for immune boosting) - This sounds incredible, yes please.
- honey from our bees - OMG yes please!
- rose petal liquor (made with our own rose petals and everclear but diluted down a bit so it doesn't knock you over) - I'd love to sample this.
- baked goods of your choice, what do you like or dislike? - It'll depend on what can survive the post office the best, I think. Maybe fudge or cookies. If you ordered me something local or purchased a gift certificate, I love pastries and pies and cheesecake.
Would you be interested in project bags/pouches? I usually make flat bottom round pouches with a pocket inside and a drawstring. Possibility of embroidery if we still have the huge commercial machine.
Sure.
Are you allergic to any fiber or do you know what kind of yarn you prefer? (merino, merino cashmere, merino cashmere silk, 100% silk, 100% cashmere, merino nylon, BFL, BFL silk, etc. Or do you like acrylic?)
I am SUPER sensitive to traditional wool (I itch so hard) but merino is fine. Acrylic is good too, and I love silk and cashmere.

Would you want a quilted pot holder? No thank you.

Do you have any preferred flavour of shortbread?
I love shortbread. The more the merrier.

Is there anything you'd particularly like to get from the UK?
Nothing food wise because I can find most of the candy/sweets in Canada. I do adore London, so anything London themed is awesome.

Is there anything you'd particularly like to get from Japan? Crazy flavoured kitkats, anything sailor moon (specifically Sailor Jupiter) maneki-neko, pens and stationery, toys, anything Studio Ghibli (Howl's Moving Castle, Totoro, Spirited Away - I love soot sprites!),

Harry Potter? I love, love, LOVE Harry Potter. I'm a Hufflepuff (according to my sorting quiz) but I adore Ravenclaw as well. Hermione and Luna are my favourite characters.

Hibiscus Seeds? No thank you.

Does anyone like fleece character hats? Like these: http://wonderlandonl...like-fleece-hat? What kinda characters would you like to see? They're adorable but I'd probably never where it.

Reused Packing Supplies? I have no problem with people reusing viable packing supplies.

Do you like things with Pumpkin (or Pumpkin Spice?) I indulge a little bit (I've had my one PSL of the year) but I don't really need more.

Do you have an Etsy wish list, and if so, what's your user name there?
I'm sarandipitee on etsy. My wishlist is here

Tokyo Milk? Yea or Nay?
I've never tried it.

would you like notebooks or journals? Utilitarian or fancy? Lined or blank? Tell me of your stationery lustings.
I love journals! They can be plain or fancy. I like lined over blank.

If you are ok with knitted things, what colors do you like?
Jewel tones! Garnet red, emerald green, etc. Deep deep purple, onyx black.
If striping, what two (or more) colors together?
HUFFLEPUFF REPRESENT. Srsly I would love a Harry Potter house scarf for Ravenclaw or Hufflepuff.

If you want yarn, what colors do you want?
--- A color palette would be lovely if you use Pinterest. Or just want to post palette photos in your blog.
Aside from jewel tones, I also like soft heathered yarn - in earth tones (green, brown, grey etc) but only if you are kind enough to make me something as I can't knit So please don't send me yarn.

Are you interested in fabric? Again, what colors, what themes, etc.
I have no crafting skills to speak of, so fabric isn't for me. If you can make me something cool out of fabric (like a cool pillow cover or stuffed animal) the softer and cooler the fabric the better.

What are your tea and/or coffee preferences? Loose leaf / whole bean or bagged / ground? Do you have a favorite type? Flavor? Retailer?
I love David's tea! Black and fruity herbals are my fave. I drink it hot and cold. But if you have a fave tea you want to send me, go for it! I love to try new things.

If you could receive one handmade item - everything from knitted or crocheted gloves and scarves to sewn bags to fanart or original art, what would you prefer?
Ooh a bag. With art on it But I do love me some fingerless gloves.

What are your favorite fandoms, if any?
OMG I am a huge nerd so I'll narrow this down to 5 loves: Stranger Things (tv show), Labyrinth (movie), Marvel (specifically Captain America/Avenger movies and in comics Captain Marvel and Kate Bishop Hawkeye), Mad Max: Fury Road (movie) and The Flash (TV).

Authors - Jennifer Estep, Faith Hunter. Heard of them? Love them, hate them, or eh?
I don't know them - but Hunter's Rogue Mage series looks interesting.

Knitted things. Specifically scarves/cowls and shawls.....grabby hands or not? Favorite colors? Are you allergic or sensitive to any textiles, ie wools, cashmere, nylon, metallic threads, mohair, alpaca? Knitted washcloths? For the kitchen or for the bath? And again, colors??
I mentioned my allergies earlier. I don't need any washcloths but scarves are always welcome.

Skincare- do you use a particular routine? What products would you absolutely not use?
I've been using the Origins Ginzing line I discovered at Sephora and I LOVE it. The refreshing scrub, refreshing eye cream and energy boosting moisturizer. The stuff has been magic on my super picky and problematic skin (I'm dry and prone to acne at the same time). Origins is pricey though so I'm not expecting my Witch to splurge for me. Origins has great samples of various masks I'd love to try as well, for really good prices.

Bath/shower products?
I adore Lush (twilight bath bombs, the rough with the smooth body scrub, wiccy magic muscle bar and karam soap are my staples), paintbox soapworks and love to try any kind of handmade soap. I'm pretty much down for any kind of bath products - I love to relax in the tub.

BPTP products? Pre-owned okay?
For sure! Hair gloss is my jam, and I love bath oils. I love the atmos sprays but my other half is super sensitive so goblin squirts or samples are the best since I won't use much at a time.
Essential oils and aromatherapy oils- yay, or nay?
Yes please! I'd love to get some. Go by my fave perfume notes for ideas please.

Favorite animal?
Cats, I love cats. Also ravens and crows and foxes and otters.

Twilight Alchemy Lab oils?
I love my TALS. Any amount of Ebon Night or Nocturne is welcome as I'm a huge insomniac. I lost my bottle of Seduction IX in my move so any of that as well is so welcome.

Jewel Tones:
Emerald green, deep wine purple, garnet blood red, midnight blue, darkest black.

Elements & Artifacts has a fall/halloween collection up? Anything catch your eye?
I LOVE E&A. My etsy wishlist has loved a quite a few of her beautiful items and I've ordered myself the PSYCOMANTEUM earrings.

And speaking of shops from BPAL folks, any favorites in the stores on the SW Stalking and Services Spreadsheet?
I added some faves to my etsy list.

Haus of Gloi update is live tomorrow (the 25th)- is there anything you're interested in?
Sadly I've had zero luck with HoG's hair oil and perfume oil so maybe their lip balm?

Ren Faire/Honey?
Ren faire no, honey yes!

Coloring Books?
No thank you (I have 4 already and I don't get to colour them as much as I'd like).

Would you be interested in Kings Game by Lisa Millraney
No thank you.

Do you celebrate Mabon? Would you like "witchy" or pagan decorations and objects? For example, pentacle wall hangings, mabon poppets, corn dollies, ritual candles, etc?
I don't celebrate, so no thank you.

Anyone hankering for Craftsy classes?
No thank you.

Would you be interested in any of the following: jigsaw puzzles; puzzle books (like word searches or crossword puzzles or suduko); coloring books; card games; board games?
I'd love a copy of Cards Against Humanity (as long as it wasn't a fortune). I don't use puzzle books, prefer to use my Nintendo 2DS or phone and I have no room for puzzles. Plus, I'm betting my cat Atticus would like to eat the pieces.
Though I've been playing with sculpee lately and like making sort of character or fandom inspired bead/pendants, would that be something you'd like or have use for?
Something simple - like Captain Marvel's symbol or like Star Wars rebel logo would be cool.

Erotica or BDSM - yay or nay, and if yay, what kinds of things?
I'm super picky so I'll pass
My local farmers market has a pepper specialist who makes dried pepper powders. Would you like some and if so what level of spicyness.
I still have a jar of dried peppers from my Mom's crop from last year so no thanks.

Tarot cards/oracle decks - yay or nay?
If yay, do you already have any?
Which ones?
I don't know how to use them . I have a tarot set I've never really gotten good with

Cryptozoology/cryptids (Big Foot, lake monsters, chupacabra, etc.) - yay or nay?
If yay, any favourites?
Nessie is cute.

Weenies
The Weenies are my absolute fave update of the year. Ones I'm interested in: Devil's NIght 2016, Dead Leaves and Blackberries, Dead Leaves and Sugared Cardamom, Yipe!, Spiced Autumn Cider, The Wan White Humming Hive and The Ghost of Clytemnestra Awakening the Furies

BPTP Weenies
Witches and Vampires for Hilary pins, The Ghost Story spray, Lycanthrope Brown HG, Pistachio Pumpkin Cupcake Bath Oil.

Mead
I'd love to try some mead, but shipping to Canada is going to be pricey - the weight might drive that up (and I don't know if it would survive customs).

Art Nouveau
Those are lovely! I would totally hang Sorsha and Lydia on my walls. For commission work - Captain Marvel (Carol Danvers), Luna Lovegood from HP or even Raven Reyes from the 100.

Choker
I don't like things wrapped tight around neck so no to choker style, But if it was made more like a lariat style it would work perfect for me. I love the leaves at the end and if it was a Fall theme for colour it would be gorgeous.

sarandipitee

September 9, 2016

skyelyric's schtuff

13days fall 16

Anything here: http://paintboxsoapworks.com/ look like something you'd like to try (assuming that you're not already ordering it)?
I love Paintbox in general…I did get several samples of Weenies so I can report back what is amazing to me.

Do you like stuff related to Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
I do. My heritage is not Mexican, so I don’t want to do anything appropriative, but I’ve read a fair amount on the traditions, and I’ve always celebrated my family who have passed on, I still talk to them on a daily basis, etc., and I do set up a little altar for them for Dia de los Muertos.

Knitted Items?
sure! I love it all.

Fandom/Specific Items?
I don’t really fangirl over things, but my entertainment loves are Dr. Who, Inspector Morse and spinoffs, Welcome to Night Vale, World of Warcraft, old RPGs…specific items I magpie over are interesting rocks, pottery, pins for my knapsack. I also have a thing for Minions and various mashup shirts (I have Minion Star Wars, Dr. Who, and Firefly shirts, and I will someday get the Seagulls have the phone box shirt).

Fall/Halloween Icons?
ravens, owls, falling leaves, bare branches/trees, clouds over the moon, pumpkins, gourds (all those lovely atmospheric cliches, right? )

First, talk to me about soaps- do you like them, and what kinds of scents/lather/varieties do you like?
I love soap: hot process, cold process, glycerin, hair shampoo bars…Scents pretty much follow my general scent likes—I lean kind of unisex/masculine in soap: green, herbal, woods, leather, some citrus and fruity things. I’m not a huge fan of scrubby soaps with bits of things that don’t dissolve or things like glitter in soap because they’re just scratchy to me. I’m a big fan of sugar scrubs for that particular need.

Second, tell me about teas! Favorites? Anything you'd like to try?
Favorite teas are generally black (flavored or plain) and herbal. I like green and white, also. I’m up for anything that isn’t rooibos or includes licorice root (the sweet aftertaste weirds me out). Some of my favorites are a rose mint white tea, Russian caravan, chai, and the cheapie herbal teas like Celestial Seasonings mandarin orange spice, lemon zinger, etc. I’m not a tea snob by any means. =)

Lastly, I go to Renn Faire- is there anything from there you might like?
no idea, I’m sure I’d love something, never been to a renn faire

What Weenie of year's past are you seeking from the lab?
I usually strike out on most Weenies because foodies don’t work on me, and I have a sensitivity to cinnamon. There are a few in my w/l from past Weenies that I never got to try…I wouldn’t mind tracking down a partial of 2012’s Autumn Coolness, or if that one ever comes back, the newer one…my favorite Weenie hands down is La Calavera Catrina.

Are you a shawl wearer- and if you don't wear one now, would you?
yes! love shawls, shawlettes, whatever.

Tell me about LUSH- do you like them? If so, what are some of your favorite things from there? Particularly fond scents or products? Stuff you can't stand?
I’m pretty much a Lush newbie…I know I had a little mini pot of lotion that I wasn’t super enthused with, it was cocoa butter I think and I didn’t like my hands smelling like tootsie rolls. I have a bath bomb from them that I haven’t had a chance to use yet.

Japanese goodies?
sure! stationery bits, treats…I like things like pocky because they’re not super sweet, gummy candies, and some lovely person once sent me a candy that was like a red bean mochi in candy form, and that was kind of awesome. I’d be interested in savory snacks, too.

So, in this swap, you open a goodie every day. I have seen this gift direction done several different ways, but I am interested in which you are most keen to do. Would you rather:
I’m happy with whatever…it’s kind of fun to have a specific goodie to open on special days (ex: getting a pair of halloween socks or something on the 30th to wear for Halloween), but however my scarecrow wants to organize is cool.

The Witch is In/Out sign?
I have that for my cube at work.

Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice?
not so much with the pumpkin spice…I LOVE pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread…I don’t really want to be inundated with it in other things. Spice things that are not necessarily pumpkin are welcome, cinnamon tea, stuff like that. I’m not much on foodie scents though.

Milk, white, and/or Dark Chocolate?
white and dark are my preferences, but the beloved is a milk chocolate person, so anything is fair game, I’m happy to share treats

Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there?
honestly we don’t use a lot from them. mistletoe votives or tarts, or something more outdoorsy/clean

Anything you have your eye on at BPTP?
claw polishes like Le Lethe, Oneiroi, Temple of Dreams, Unseelie….if they come out with a Weenie polish in a shimmer or pearl warm brown, I would be all over that…I think there was one last year and I didn’t snag it

Bath and Body Works - yay or nay?
sadly, *hell* no. I don’t know what’s in their stuff, but it breaks me out terribly.

Sock Dreams?
I own precisely one thing from Sock Dreams: a pair of armsocks that I got in the spring cleaning swap and they’re awesome, I love them. I’m down for fun socks from there or otherwise with the caveat that I have big calves, so knee socks are maybe not a great plan.

skyelyric

September 9, 2016

eml298's Blog

13 Nights of Halloween Scarecrow help 2016

ORIGINAL entry 9/9:
Anything here: http://paintboxsoapworks.com/ look like something you'd like to try (assuming that you're not already ordering it)?
I am completely uninformed. I have been gifted some lovely soaps which smell amazing. I find I just don't reach for bar soap. I enjoy scrubs but haven't been using as much lately. I do love all sorts of rich creams for body or face, but don't currently have a bathtub worth a bath product.

Do you like stuff related to Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
Lovely notion and practice from a beautiful culture. Yes, I'd love to learn more!

Handknit items:
Sure! I love the texture, and I've seen several amazing examples knitted by BPALers. I live in Maine, so scarves, gloves, socks, or basically anything for warmth would be welcome.

Are there any fandoms or specific collectible genres you would appreciate things of/for(ex: you collect shot glasses, or the ninth Doctor is your bae)?
I love unicorns. Also, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Twin Peaks, X-Files. I've checked out those Funko things before and almost brought Spike home, but just didn't quite get there.

Do you have a favorite Fall/Halloween symbol?
I love organic items like leaves, branches, stones...those can be fall-related, I suppose. I love skulls or skulls and crossbones, gargoyles, and things like Hello Kitty wearing horns (though I am not a huge HK fan, typically. Odd.).

First, talk to me about soaps- do you like them, and what kinds of scents/lather/varieties do you like?
As much as I have tried to use bar soap, I always gravitate back to liquid/shower gel. Part of it is the water puddles under bar soap, and part is that they are SO drying. (I have D.R.Y. skin.) I know there are probably some great bars out there I haven't found with some kind of milk or something that would defeat the dry, itchy feeling on my hands other bars leave. If you know that bar, I'd be interested in it. I like the idea of less waste from packaging.

Second, tell me about teas! Favorites? Anything you'd like to try?
Tea is something I always WANT to be more expert about, but I'm so not. I do drink Sleepytime fairly often. I enjoy herbal/fruity blends with a bit of cream in cooler weather. I am a coffee-in-the-morning person, so I normally don't want tea with caffeine, though I occasionally have chai. How's that for ambiguous?

Lastly, I go to Renn Faire- is there anything from there you might like?
I like Renn Faire, but can't think of something offhand. If you can, great!

What Weenie of years past are you seeking from the lab?
The only pumpkin that has ever really worked for me was Marshmallow Pumpkin from the Post several years back. I've got a couple bottles. I am always excited for Weenies, because I love the themes and ideas, but I am not a foodie blend person EXCEPT for Midway and the aforementioned Pumpkin. That often rules out many Weenies. I love the apple in Snow, Glass, Apples, so I suppose there could be SOME apple blend that would work. I haven't fallen for the ciders, though.

Are you a shawl wearer- and if you don't wear one now, would you?
Not generally, but I could be.

Tell me about LUSH- do you like them? If so, what are some of your favorite things from there? Particularly fond scents or products? Stuff you can't stand?
I have several blog posts from prior SWs in my blog, and I think I've answered this in detail somewhere (at least once or thrice). However, I love Blues Skies and French Kiss, and if they ever made anything other than bubble bar for FK I'd buy a vat (current bathtub isn't worth bathing in). Blue Skies gel was recently done in LUSH Kitchen, and we stocked up. I have used LUSH Full of Grace and Celestial daily for years, and recently picked up the cleanser in a jar - Kalamazoo. Dream Cream is love. There are others, but I do NOT love all the super foody/candy/floral stuff.

Stuff from Japan?
Probably? I don't know what, though.

Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice?
In my coffee or food, YES, please! On me? No, thank you.

Milk, white, and/or Dark Chocolate?
Yes! We tend toward dark because we both love it, but I enjoy white, too, and many of the peanut butter chocolates I find are with milk, which is fine. (Solid bars - dark or white, other types of things - whatever!)

Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there?
I enjoy Witch's Brew scent, but I don't use paraffin candles. Have they developed a soy or veggie blend yet? I don't use tarts. I do think some of their Halloween stuffs are cute, but I'm not into that Boney whatever couple they have. I currently have nothing in my home from them, for context.

Trading Post Goodies?
The Lilith just released with Dorian, lavender, and snow - or something like that - sounds heavenly. Never to be found again: Lick It! candle or Blueberry Peppermint bath oil, but that's not Weenie-like or likely in general. Other Liliths sound interesting. I always love the pens. Who am I kidding? I enjoy most Post items.

Bath and Bodyworks?
I was loyal to their candles and such for a long time, but they are no longer cruelty-free, and that's important to me.

Tell me of your Sock Dreams, please!
Oh! Space Dyed Terry Shorties - these are the BEST socks I've found for some warmth, fitting in my shoes, and being friendly to plus sized ankles. LOVELOVELOVE. And I have but the one pair. I would love more (in cool colors, black). I am open to any socks that aren't mean to my ankles.

i'd like to make some baked goods, would you like some? And if you have any food allergies what can I use as a substitute?
Yes! No allergies, and I'm not the world's biggest fan of nuts, though I occasionally enjoy them in baked goods if they are not overly generous in the present. I do enjoy almonds.

Anything special you want from the Target dollar spot?
Funny you should ask! I've been meaning to go check them out for pumpkin!!! <3 I've found some cute stuff there! I'm guessing I'll find something with skull and crossbones since Halloween is approaching. Yes?

missed questions, 9/11, + new questions:
So, in this swap, you open a goodie every day. I have seen this gift direction done several different ways, but I am interested in which you are most keen to do. Would you rather:
I'm borrowing Emma's answer, because it fits! - It's of course, up to my pumpkin, but I really really like the strictly numbered system!

The Witch is In/Out sign?
Being a therapist, I initially thought this'd be cute hanging on my door to indicate whether I'm available. Of course, I can't hang anything on my door, so...maybe not? It's really cute, though, and if I was in private practice, I'd definitely use it!

I live in The Netherlands. If there's anything in particular that you'd like to get from here, now's the time to tell!
I'm sure there are many thing, but I am naive to them. Surprise me?

I'm sort of collecting Lush showergels. Regular collection, but also many Kitchen items. Are there any showergels you'd like to try? I'd be happy to make you samples!
I've covered LUSH preferences pretty well in several questionnaires in my blog. I've got plenty Olive Branch, Blue Skies, Snowcake, Sonic Death Monkey. If it's not foody or overly floral, I'd probably like it!

What is your stance on Glitter?
It's pretty when it's contained, not when it's all over me or my furniture.

Also, if you have a Goodreads or other online reading log, does it include a wishlist? Otherwise, is it safe to assume books on the 'to-read' section are wishlist items? Or are you less into keeping a physical copy of the book, and instead prefer to turn to the awesomeness of the library to get your to-read need accomplished.
I don't have one. I have mostly professional books on my Amazon w/l if you'd like to be bored. Lol.

Monday, 9/12

how about art? (Small/mailing safe sizes, course)
Yes, provided you noted the part about colors that live in my house (or, at least general preferences). Actually, some of my very favorite things in my home have been born from my BPALista buddies. So, YES! Bring it on, if that's your thing! (My poor pumpkin will not get to benefit from personalized art, unless she wants stick figures. )

Tea lovers, what do you like from Whittard?
I know nothing of Whittard, but I have addressed tea in another question - I'd love all the herbal decaf you want to teach me about, and if you have a strong recommendation about a caffeinated tea that is good with cream, I'd try it!

Tuesday, 9/13

Dearest Pumpkin - how much are you wedded to wishlists, say I have some read once books which I think you might like based on what you've read in the past, but there is nothing of the sort on your current Goodreads "to read" list?
I think extrapolating from my w/l is reasonable. Especially since I've no Goodreads list.

How do you feel about reading series out of order? Obviously not in situations where the subsequent books are part of the same story arc where you will be totally lost and frustrated if you haven't read all of them, but say, standalone stories which are technically part of a series and which might obliquely reference past books, but not in such as way as to spoil the plot of the book which I happen to have in my possession that you might like.
I would like to be a person that wouldn't mind reading things out of order, but I am not. I like order.

Would you be interested in a Halloween themed short story anthology?
I think I might!

Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive?
I'm open to reading, but I would not probably want very many physical book - maybe 2 or 3 max. I am not into physical media after my huge purge/decluttering.

Have you read Movies in 15 Minutes by our very own Cleolinda? Would you like to?
I have not read it. My brief search suggested it's parodies of movies. I think I'd enjoy it if it was a parody of movies I actually watch/have watched, but not so much if it was focused on movies depicting subject matter that does not interest me. How's that for a muddy answer?

What kind of phone do you have?
I just splurged for the iPhone 7. I'm currently with an iPhone 6S plus. I wanted to go smaller. I've had the big one for two years (since it came out), and I don't need it. And, coincidentally, a big part of that decision was based on my desire to have cute cases. Many of the cute ones I see are not made for the larger size, and that just pissed me off.

Have you seen the horror film The Babadook? If so, did you like it? Would you want something Babadook-themed?
This sounds familiar, but I think I must've just seen the ad. I don't think I actually saw the movie. Why not?

Saturday, 9/17

Those who are amenable to yarnie things--ok, two questions: Any undesirable fibers (wool allergy, vegan so no critter hair at all, etc.)? and how do you feel about cowls/infinity scarves?
I like things made of yarn, especially since I cannot make them myself. That said, I have a pretty particular aesthetic (more modern than tradiional/country). I have seen many gothic pieces on Facebook and in threads like these from BPALers who do art that I covet. With scarves, etc., the longer the better for me. I like chunky, cuddly stuff.

So who likes incense? and is there a preferred scent? and cones or sticks? Would you like a burner for it?
I love the idea of it, but as it turns out, the smoke just gets me too much (in a not good way) - even the lower smoke varieties. Thus, I stick to non-paraffin candles and essential oil diffusing for home fragrance. (Or atmo sprays, very occasionally.)

Motherhood update? I'm adding Fatherhood here, too, because I never answered (I don't think).
Oh good grief. So much. I have worked hard to minimize (are you tired of hearing reading this from me yet?), but this update looks good.
BPAL ~ Motherhood
Want to sniff but pretty sure it'd be more the experience than for wearing:
Baby's First Krampuslauf
Connecting Flight
Dinnertime at the Diviner's Hut
Funerary Papyri
Lilith and Sekhmet
My Little Grotesque
Plush Viscera
The Devil Will Find Work for Idle Hands
The Twelfth
The Wolf and the Rattlesnake?
Waiting
Think I might love it:
Good Morning, London
Motherhood
Reapers Gonna Reap
Outlaw
Texare
BPTP ~ Fatherhood
Want to sniff but pretty sure it'd be more the experience than for wearing:
Goofin' at Stonehenge
Places, Everyone
The Great London Spaghetti Hunt
Think I might love it:
Lilith's hair gloss
Tag-Upon-Avon
Guessing I'll need 11billion bottles
The Serpentine

eml298

September 9, 2016

Nic's blog

13 Nights of Halloween

paintboxsoapworks/PBSW:
Not much of a fan tbh. I prefer cold process soap.

Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead:
Seconding Ashinros and also Em as their comments about sum it up for me. I don't celebrate it myself and know only a little about it, but I am always open to the sharing of cultures and traditions, particularly so that I can further my understanding of them. Handknitted things:
I love handknitted things, particularly wearables, and anything Autumn themed would be great. Not so sure about knitted decorative items though. I'm sure they would be lovely but not really what I have in my home. Fandoms or specific collectibles:
None, except that I have quite a few images of hares Favourite fall/Halloween symbols:
Leaves, tree silhouettes, mushrooms, moons, deer/stags, owls, hares Soap preferences:
I'm afraid I am a bit fussy about soaps. I only use cold process soap bars, but I do like whipped soaps. Any scent combinations of those mentioned in my questionnaire are welcome. Tea preferences:
No rooibos, fruit infusions or standard black tea please. I do love spiced chai, vanilla and mint teas. Renn Faire:
I'm not really sure what would be available. Weenies past:
I think I am all sorted for Weenies bottles from previous releases. Nothing springs to mind but I will be straight back to change this if I think of anything! ETA: perhaps a tester of The Hag actually! Shawls:
Love 'em! Lush:
No thanks Opening order of gifts:
Surprise me! Which ever way/order/no order you think is best, I'm happy to follow. Pumpkin spice or no pumpkin spice:
Pumpkin spice all the things! Milk, white and/or dark chocolate:
Any but preferably milk. Yankee Candle:
I find them to be a bit hit and miss but some of their cinnamon ones are nice. Trading Post goodies:
Love 'em! Not after anything in particular apart from Gold of the Heart of that Holy Kiss atmo but any other items in scents you think I might like are very welcome. Bath and Bodyworks:
I haven't used them before so I don't really know. They don't really look like the sort of thing that I usually use though. I prefer smaller indie companies. Sock Dreams:
Anything like that in my preferred colours. They look amazing! Items from Japan:
I love traditional Japanese styles and would love to visit Japan one day. Anything would be great! Decorating with sass:
I am just not very sassy I'm afraid! Baked goods:
Sure! The only thing that would concern me is that postage times vary so hugely and I'm not sure whether they would survive the journey ok. If you think they will though, then absolutely! Just no dessicated coconut please. Target dollar spot:
We don't have Target over here, so I have no idea what there might be, but I put total trust in my scarecrow to decide for me! The Netherlands:
Anything edible! Except maybe liquorice (drop?) Lush showergel:
I don't really use Lush anymore. Goodreads:
My 'waiting to be read' list is made up of books that I own but haven't read yet. My 'to read' list is basically my book wishlist! Glitter:
I quite like glitter but my other half is not amused by it. If it can be easily contained, then I'm in! Whittard:
I don't very often buy my tea from there any more but when I did, I quite liked one called something like chocolate chai(?). How much are you wedded to wishlists?
I am very open to being introduced to new things, especially books. If you think I might like it based on my wishlists, then bring it on!

How do you feel about reading series out of order?
Absolutely fine

Would you be interested in a Halloween themed short story anthology?
Definitely! That would be ideal for me.

Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive?
Nope!

Have you read Movies in 15 Minutes by our very own Cleolinda? Would you like to?
Haven't even heard of it! Erm...maybe? Art?
Sure!

Phone type:
Samsung Galaxy S2 Babadook:
Not seen it, but I do like a good scary horror. Yarnie things:
I LOVE cowls and infinity scarves and have no issues with any yarn types. Incense:
I much prefer incense sticks to cones, and I would be happy with any of the scents listed in my questionnaire. ETA: I already have a holder for sticks, thanks. Motherhood update:
A Little More Tea
Lilith and the Four Sons of Horus
My Little Grotesque
O the Joy of my Spirit
The Twelfth

Nicorah

September 7, 2016

Usagi's Blog

13 Nights of Halloween 2016

Paintbox Soapworks: Red Right Hand sounds amazing. Creeping Horror looks amazing. Pink Sand, Sky Blue Sky, Tiger Bar, Mister Blue Sky, Gardensong, April Fool, and the Summerhouse seem like they could all be fabulous, and Whiskers is a favorite. I love PBSW soaps and sorbettos.

Dia de los Muertos: Don't really celebrate it, but I like the aesthetic, and appreciate the practice of remembering and honoring departed loved ones in such awesome, happy ways. So totally send those calacas and flor de muerto seeds over here, if you are so inclined.

Handknit items: Totally! Whether it's wearable of decorative, hand done anything is always much appreciated, especially fall-themed.

Are there any fandoms or specific collectible genres you would appreciate things of/for(ex: you collect shot glasses, or the ninth Doctor is your bae)?

Books, blank journals, plants/seeds, and have been wanting to expand my strange and old photo/card collection. Probably more things, but don't even know right now. Dresden Files, LotR Pokemon, Dr. Who, Harry Potter(was sorted into Gryffindor, would probably be Ravenclaw, IRL, got sorted into Hufflepuff once[probably because they asked me questions about gardening and finding things, which are now Hufflepuff characteristics?], have nothing against Slytherin, except that the logistics of having to live in a dungeon for any length of time would drive me insane-- dungeons have no windows), Legend of Zelda, Sailor Moon, bunch of other stuff.
I'm not a hardcore fangirl on anything, but I fringe and enjoy lots of fandoms from the sidelines-- like Monster/Ever After High. Though I did just discover that there is a TV show of Ash vs. the Evil Dead, and my immediate drive was that I *needed* that, stat. Thankfully, I have honed my impulse control, for fear of becoming well-merched, but homeless. But you can bet that when that paycheck gets deposited next week, the awesomeness of Bruce Campbell and Sam Raimi *will* be my treat. *mwahahahaha*

Do you have a favorite Fall/Halloween symbol?

Mine is bats. Bats all the time, doesn't even need to be seasonal. Cats, leaves, hedgehogs and creepy trees are also awesome.

First, talk to me about soaps- do you like them, and what kinds of scents/lather/varieties do you like?
I like soap, so long as it doesn't have any skin irritants, like SLS. Bar soap, soap scrub or whip; it's all good. I like the same kinds of scents I tend to like in perfume, I guess.

Second, tell me about teas! Favorites? Anything you'd like to try?
Tea is awesome. A really good jasmine tea is my favorite, I go for green over black, generally, and I seem to have developed a caffeine sensitivity over the past couple of years. This means a good decaf is even more appreciated. Herbal infusions are great, too. Not such a big fan of rooibos.

Lastly, I go to Renn Faire- is there anything from there you might like?
Beautiful costuming bits? Oh, and there always seem to be vendors with really nice perfume or aromatherapy oils and incense. Also, I don't know if all Ren' Faires have this, but the people with the poundy thing where you make your own amulet, and the ladies say 'Well struck, my lord!' every time the mallet falls? That's the best.

What Weenie of year's past are you seeking from the lab?
Hmm... Magnificent Autumn, Witch-Bride, Apple IV, Witch Riding a Dragon, A Witches' Sabbath, Young Woman Appealing to a Witch, Portrait of an Unidentified Man as Mephistopheles, and Dead Leaves, Frankincense and Copal. I think? Just testers or decants, mostly. Can you tell I pretty much missed out on Weenies last year?

Are you a shawl wearer- and if you don't wear one now, would you?
Yes, I am a shawl/scarf wearer. drapy, lovely shawls for wrapping around shoulders, and fluffy, cozy scarves that you can wrap to keep your neck warm and still have hangy bits. Scarves need to have good neck, coverage, though. The super scrawny scarves that may as well be a necklace, I don't get much use out of, sadly. Other than that, fabric and knit shawls/scarves are all wonderful.

Tell me about LUSH- do you like them? If so, what are some of your favorite things from there? Particularly fond scents or products? Stuff you can't stand?
Sandstone soap is the only specific thing I can think of off the top of my head. But I have loved their massage bars, lotions, fresh masks(Brazen Honey FTW), face cleansers(like Aqua Marina), and scrub bars(Buffy!) in the past. I just haven't been to a Lush in a long time, and have no idea what they have. For the Record, Emperor of Ice cream was once my one true Lush Love. If that were a scent, I would spray it all over everything, and then also wear it.
I don't have a tub, so bath things will be lost on me(though I did use a snowman, once, to make my underwear drawer smell *amazing*. I apologize if that is TMI).
I tend to avoid the SLS soaps (even though I *love* the scent of Honey, I Washed the Kids[or, at least, used to?]), and the solid shampoos. The little lip balm things are nice, and I've been curious about some of their perfume scents.

So, in this swap, you open a goodie every day. I have seen this gift direction done several different ways, but I am interested in which you are most keen to do. Would you rather:

A. have strict direction as to which gift is to be opened on which day(aka the number system)?
B.have a few gifts that are meant to be opened on specific days (ex: *this* one is for Halloween night only), but the rest be your choice?
C. have a free-for-all, grab bag-style box of goodies, where you are the sole arbiter of your goodie grabbing destiny(everything is wrapped but you pick the gift you want to open each day)?
D. be surprised?
D! Whatever works best for you.

Who else goes for decorating with sass?
For the past few years, I have decorated with an ever decreasing half-hearted hope that there will be trick-or-treaters and awesome. Perhaps, what I need is some sass...

I live in Japan, is there anything from there you would specifically want?
Stationary(esp. Sentimental Circus), yuzu-flavored things, pictures of beautiful naturescaps-- like the Niyodo River or Ishigaki or Yakushima, .3 pilot pens in burgundy? To be honest, I'm not sure. If you think I would enjoy it, I'm sure I will.

Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice?
I really hope I did not miss this in my questionnaire, but I have a food allergy to allspice, which is often found in pumpkin pie mix. Also, someone was kind enough to bring me home a Pumpkin Spice Latte last week-- which is usually the one no-fail pumpkin thing-- and it made me physically ill. That's fine. They seem to have been getting progressively sweeter the past few years, anyway. I'm just going to go see if the one Starbucks in the city has Frappulas again this year-- because Frappulas are delicious and involve raspberry.
That's a very long winded way of saying 'no' on pumpkin spice edibles.
Scented goods, on the other hand, are a definite possibility. So long as there is no buttery baked good-ness. B&BW Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin used to be a loved scent, once upon a time. Scents like that are A-OK.

Milk, white, and/or Dark Chocolate?
All the chocolate, so long as it isn't Hershey's chocolate, and doesn't taste like Hershey's chocolate.

Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there?
I don't dislike Yankee Candles, but I'm not into them enough to have any specific thing I want from them.

Anything you have your eye on at BPTP?
I didn't even know there'd been an update until this question.
The Serpentine, Jeune Femme Nourrissant une Licorne, Chastity with the Unicorn, and Portrait of a Young Woman with a Unicorn all sound lovely. But, again, I'm not pining over any of them, and would probably be quite pleased with a tester or decant.

Bath & Body Works
I liked them way back when the freesia actually smelled like freesias. Then they had that reformulation thing, and everything smelled all perfumey and synthetic to me. Their Halloween line is usually super cute, though, and baby bacs or tiny,anti-bac lotions to take to work would not go amiss. Also, someone told me they had a very tree-smelling Christmas candle(not that this has anything to do with Falloween).

Sockdreams
I believe there are several pair on the 'Wearables' list in my Amazon wishlist. But, honestly, I destroy socks. You would probably be better off getting yourself some lovely Sockdreams socks, and getting me some of those cute, cheapie three-use socks from the craft store. It's sad.
edit: I just added some things of Sockdreams to the Amazon thing, possibly because I cannot resist making neverending lists of shiny things-- but hopefully to help give you an idea of the kinds of socks that I should absolutely not be wearing because they would be an instant Mortal Kombat fatality at my hands--err-- feet.

I'd like to make some baked goods, would you like some? And if you have any food allergies what can I use as substitute?
Baked goods are delicious, and I would love to try your baked goods. But, please bear in mind that it is still hovering at just over and under 100* here in Bumblemoo, and will likely continue to stay in the high 90s until the end of October/mid-November, at which point there will be a sudden freeze-- because this is how it rolls out here.
But, I'm willing to risk it if you are.
As far as allergies go, I am allergic to tomatoes and tomato products-- which doesn't always extend to ketchup, but sometimes, and so I tend to avoid all the lycopene goodness of that particular food, just in case. I have no idea what you would substitute tomatoes with, but let's go with ... CUCUMBER! One can never have too much cucumber.
More problematically(and more likely, in baking), Allspice is not my friend. Pumpkin spice mix is, therefor, also not my friend, and pumpkin pie-- regardless of whether the mix has Allspice in it or not-- is also a no-go, because something about the flavor/texture combo causes my gastric system to rebel, and my throat closes up.
Please do feel free to replace pumpkin spice with cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, cardamom, ginger, sugar, saffron almond meal, or any combination of the above.
P.S.
You are awesome and thoughtful just for asking this, whether or not you are my Scarecrow, because food allergies suck, and baked goods are awesome.

The Witch is In/Out sign?
There is a distinct likelihood that I not only own a revolving tagged signboard of this, but a similarly themed t-shirt, and one that says "Witch and Famous". If it wasn't going to immediately get clocked for what word it was replacing, there is a possibility that I'd be on the lookout for a shirt that said "I'm not *a* witch, I'm THE Witch, and that's Ms. Witch to you."
But I digress. These signy things are awesome, as are the Halloween countdown ones.

Anything special you want from the Target dollar spot?
The Target Dollar Spot is like a magical stationary, sticker, and back-to-school teaching supply wonderland. I don't get into Target very often, but I'm sure their Halloween stuff must be ACE. I'll totally take anything you want to send me. A- far as not-necessarily-Halloween that may or may not be on clearance by now(the lady said two weeks, and that was a month ago...) all that stationery and planner stuff that had little leaves and flowers in muted mints, teals, and peaches? Yeah, that. Other than that, cool stick pins, post-its, totally random useful office supplies and home decor/organizational stuff...
Seriously, it is only slightly more safe leaving me to roam things like the Target Dollar Spot than it is to let me loose in a used book store.

I live in The Netherlands. If there's anything in particular that you'd like to get from here, now's the time to tell!
Salmiak lollies, honing drop, zwart witjes, original roosvicee, cassis(or cassis/zwarte bessen flavored anything), wine gums... I'd be happy with most snoep, actually. Most of the other stuff I can think of would be either really large, really heavy, or technically illegal to send.

What is your stance on Glitter?
I don't mind glitter at all-- even when it falls off. I just walk around pretending I shed faery sparkles for a while.

Also, if you have a Goodreads or other online reading log, does it include a wishlist? Otherwise, is it safe to assume books on the 'to-read' section are wishlist items? Or are you less into keeping a physical copy of the book, and instead prefer to turn to the awesomeness of the library to get your to-read need accomplished.

My Goodreads and Amazon both have dedicated wishlist sections. I think Goodreads is largely manga right now, though(because I am lazy and don't sync things).

how about art? (Small/mailing safe sizes, course)
Sure! I think there are some ideas on my Etsy list. But I'd love just about anything you wanted to make for me, too.

Tea lovers, what do you like from Whittard?

English Rose, White Peony, Black Currant, Jasmine, Jasmine pearls-- and, I've never had them but, Cherry Blossom, Pear Guava, Bohemian Raspberry, all the hot chocolate, and Orange Blossom sound kind of awesome.

Shiro Cosmetics?

I apologize, I did not see this question until someone mentioned it. Everything on the site looks awesome, but especially the duochrome shadows, Elemental Glows, Darth Side of the Moon, Blood of my Enemies, and Felix Felicis. I had a really long list of specific shadows I'd love a sample of... but then I was an idiot and paged out of the list I was making. Moon Prism Power, Apparatus, Lost Daughters, and Maiden Queen were among them ,though, I'm pretty sure.

Dearest Pumpkin - how much are you wedded to wishlists, say I have some read once books which I think you might like based on what you've read in the past, but there is nothing of the sort on your current Goodreads "to read" list?
I would definitely be interested in things not on my wishlist, if you think that I'd like them.
The only exceptions to this would be Anita Blake, Stieg Larsson, Song of Ice and Fire, and Twilight. I want none of these, please. Anita Blake because a lot of it began to feel like smut and horrible things for shock value, rather than plot structure. Stieg Larsson and SoIaF because multiple people who know me well say that-- as good as they are-- I will not be okay with them, and sparklepires because a librarian friend actually gifted me the entire series, because I needed to read it, just so I would know.
I am pretty much game for anything else, that isn't a festival of non-con, gore, or animal cruelty.
Also, I don't mind if the books are less 'like new', and more 'slightly manky'. The best books are not always the shiny, pristine ones.

How do you feel about reading series out of order? Obviously not in situations where the subsequent books are part of the same story arc where you will be totally lost and frustrated if you haven't read all of them, but say, standalone stories which are technically part of a series and which might obliquely reference past books, but not in such as way as to spoil the plot of the book which I happen to have in my possession that you might like.
I have no problem with this, at all. I read books out of order all the time.

Would you be interested in a Halloween themed short story anthology?
Sure!

Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive?
There is no such things as "too many books", "only not enough space" and "not enough years left in life." I have long surpassed the not enough years freak out, and I will *find* space. Oh yes.

Have you read Movies in 15 Minutes by our very own Cleolinda? Would you like to?
I've read a couple of them... on Livejournal? but a lot of the movies listed in the table of contents are not my cup of tea. So I will pass. It still floors me, though, how many fabulously talented people there are on the forum. That's so awesome.

Question: What kind of phone do you have? I need to know....
I have a Amazon Fire Phone-- which I flung off of a blanket and up into the air last month, shattering the screen... It *was* a pretty awesome phone. I will probably be breaking down and start paying installments on a Galaxy Note 7 at next month's paycheck.

Usagi

September 7, 2016

tyche's Blog

13 nights of Halloween 2016

Forgot to stick this in my questionnaire - I love Penny Dreadful - but I haven't seen the final season yet!

paintboxsoapworks/PBSW: I couldn’t help myself and already placed an order with Creeping Horror soap, Red Right Hand lotion, What the Moon Brings lotion & soy wax melts. I would like to try the bath streusel – Indian Summer is a favorite and so is Smoky Jack.

Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead: I don’t celebrate Dia de los Muertos. I appreciate the rich traditions, but don’t take part.

Ren Faire – I’ve never been to one! I really don’t know what is even available.

Fandoms - Harry Potter (when I read the books, I thought I was Ravenclaw, but I’ve come to realize that I am in fact Slytherin), Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell (LOVE the fae in this book), Outlander, Leigh Bardugo’s Grisha books, Oliver Potzsch’s Hangman’s Daughter series, Downton Abbey, Great British Baking Show. For collecting, if a cat is involved, then yes.

Knitted items – I like mittens, scarves, arm warmers. Nothing too thick or heavy, since we don't get very cold winters in Louisiana.

Fall/Halloween icons – Black cats, witches, vampires, ghosts, mummies, skeletons, werewolves, a lot of vintage Halloween things (especially old postcard images), the Headless Horseman, Jack o’lanterns. My next door neighbors get super into zombies and turn their front yard into a zombie graveyard, so their decorations fill my zombie quota for the season. I do like colorful fall leaves and as an Illinois native now in Louisiana, that’s what I miss most.

Soaps – I do like bar soaps for the shower and liquid (or foam!!) for hand soaps.

Teas – I like black teas best, herbal is also good in fruity flavors. Chai is lovely.

Past Weenies – Oh, the Sleepy Hollow collection. That unfortunately was released when I took a bpal break and I missed all of it
Others include The Unquiet Grave, Pumpkin Lager, Halloween: New Orleans, A World where there are Octobers

Are you a shawl wearer- and if you don't wear one now, would you? - Not really

Tell me about LUSH- do you like them? If so, what are some of your favorite things from there? Particularly fond scents or products? Stuff you can't stand? - Never tried Lush. Fizzy bath things are fun, though!

So, in this swap, you open a goodie every day. I have seen this gift direction done several different ways, but I am interested in which you are most keen to do. Would you rather:

A. have strict direction as to which gift is to be opened on which day(aka the number system)?
B.have a few gifts that are meant to be opened on specific days (ex: *this* one is for Halloween night only), but the rest be your choice?
C. have a free-for-all, grab bag-style box of goodies, where you are the sole arbiter of your goodie grabbing destiny(everything is wrapped but you pick the gift you want to open each day)?
D. be surprised?
Haha, just make it easy for me and number them.

I live in Japan, is there anything from there you would specifically want?
Nothing specific, I'm open to surprises

Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice?
Yay to pumpkin spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves...Nay to nutmeg. It's fine if it's sprinkled in with other spices in a baking mix or something, but stand-alone nutmeg is just awful to me.

Milk, white, and/or Dark Chocolate?
Dark dark dark. And never white chocolate, it's just too sweet for me.

Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there?
I prefer waxes or tarts to candles, just because open flame + cats is not the best idea.

Anything you have your eye on at BPTP?
Very curious about the hair glosses. The Crimson Peak claw polishes are gorgeous, too.

Bath & Body Works
No thanks

Sockdreams
Footie socks! The sockness monster and the shark attack are adorable!

Baked goods - It's still really hot here, so most baked items wouldn't do well sitting on my porch after delivery. But I'd love baking mixes that I could make myself

Anything special you want from the Target dollar spot?
Nothing special, but you're welcome to choose something

Witch In/Out Sign-
No thanks

I live in The Netherlands. If there's anything in particular that you'd like to get from here, now's the time to tell!
I'm willing to try any yummy treats

I'm sort of collecting Lush showergels.Regular collection, but also many Kitchen items. Are there any showergels you'd like to try? I'd be happy to make you samples!
I'd rather have soap, I don't really use showergel that much.

What is your stance on Glitter?
I'm fine with it in decorating & crafts

Also, if you have a Goodreads or other online reading log, does it include a wishlist? Otherwise, is it safe to assume books on the 'to-read' section are wishlist items? Or are you less into keeping a physical copy of the book, and instead prefer to turn to the awesomeness of the library to get your to-read need accomplished.
And I'll be working on my goodreads all day now It's a bit of a mess because I had used shelfari for years, but had to export all of that to goodreads. I'm making an "on my wishlist" tag for books that I want on my bookshelves at home.

Tea lovers, what do you like from Whittard?
Never tried. I just looked at their website and I'd try anything (just not decaffeinated, I love my caffeine)

how about art? (Small/mailing safe sizes, course)
Yes

Dearest Pumpkin - how much are you wedded to wishlists, say I have some read once books which I think you might like based on what you've read in the past, but there is nothing of the sort on your current Goodreads "to read" list?
Always open to new books, especially historical fiction

How do you feel about reading series out of order? Obviously not in situations where the subsequent books are part of the same story arc where you will be totally lost and frustrated if you haven't read all of them, but say, standalone stories which are technically part of a series and which might obliquely reference past books, but not in such as way as to spoil the plot of the book which I happen to have in my possession that you might like.
Totally fine with it, as long as I'm not missing something critical. But standalone stories are great - and with mystery/crime series, I usually pick and choose random ones that interest me rather than reading all books in the series.

Would you be interested in a Halloween themed short story anthology?
Yes

Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive?
Since I work at a library (but in the local history/genealogy section), I do have access to pretty much any book I want. And I love getting the ARCs when they go to discard. Maybe limit books to 2, since my to-read mountain grows larger every month.

Movies in 15 Minutes?
I don't know what this is

What kind of phone do you have?
droid turbo 2

Have you seen the horror film The Babadook? If so, did you like it? Would you want something Babadook-themed?
Haven't seen it

Those who are amenable to yarnie things--ok, two questions: Any undesirable fibers (wool allergy, vegan so no critter hair at all, etc.)? and how do you feel about cowls/infinity scarves?
No scratchy wool please. I do like infinity scarves!

Motherhood update:
So excited about the update!! I'd really like to try these: A Little More Tea, Funerary Papyri, Lilith & Sekhmet, Holy Trinity, Little Lady Frankenstein, Stonehenge at Dusk, Heel.

So who likes incense? and is there a preferred scent? and cones or sticks? Would you like a burner for it?
I never use incense, it's just not my thing

tyche

September 6, 2016

Maps and Legends

13 Nights of Halloween 2016

UPDATED 9/14/16

Anything here: http://paintboxsoapworks.com/ look like something you'd like to try (assuming that you're not already ordering it)?
My own answer is that I need just about everything in Red Right Hand, but I will probably be taking care of that myself.

Do you like stuff related to Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
I love Day of the Dead conceptually and have been fascinated with it ever since reading Ray Bradbury's stories about Mexico as a kid, but the mass commodification of it makes me a little uncomfortable as a lily white atheist. I do have some beautiful sugar skull items which were given to me by someone sharing her culture which I treasure and I would absolutely welcome more in that vein.

Knitted Items?
Absolutely! I would particularly be interested in fingerless gloves, but just about anything, really. <3

Fandom/Specific Items?
Harry Potter, Ghostbusters (especially the new one), Doctor Who, Star Wars, also happy to take any My Little Pony stuff off your hands for my 6 year old (or me l).

Fall/Halloween Icons?
Bats, owls, gargoyles, skeletons, ravens,

First, talk to me about soaps- do you like them, and what kinds of scents/lather/varieties do you like?
Love soap! I tend to prefer hot process to glycerin, scents I think I cover pretty well in my questionnaire.

Second, tell me about teas! Favorites? Anything you'd like to try?
I love chocolate flavored and other sweet flavored teas, all the apple, pumpkin, chai this time of year.

Lastly, I go to Renn Faire- is there anything from there you might like?
It has been so long since I've been to one, I'm not even sure what I might like - jewelry, maile, that sort of thing is always good, I guess.

What Weenie of year's past are you seeking from the lab?
Nothing in particular. In terms of what I'm looking for and didn't purchase, my wishlist is in my sig.

Are you a shawl wearer- and if you don't wear one now, would you?
I would happily be a shawl wearer.

Tell me about LUSH- do you like them? If so, what are some of your favorite things from there? Particularly fond scents or products? Stuff you can't stand?
I don't care for their soap and I don't have a bathtub, so I don't currently have a use for bombs or melts...so, basically, I like Lush conceptually, but I don't actually use most of their products right now. I do love me some Lemony Flutter. Maybe lotion?

Japanese goodies?
I love Japanese sweets and Sanrio/Kawaii cuteness.

So, in this swap, you open a goodie every day. I have seen this gift direction done several different ways, but I am interested in which you are most keen to do. Would you rather:

A. have strict direction as to which gift is to be opened on which day(aka the number system)?
B.have a few gifts that are meant to be opened on specific days (ex: *this* one is for Halloween night only), but the rest be your choice?
C. have a free-for-all, grab bag-style box of goodies, where you are the sole arbiter of your goodie grabbing destiny(everything is wrapped but you pick the gift you want to open each day)?
D. be surprised?

I have received and given all of these ways and love them all. I know that is totally no help.

The Witch is In/Out sign?
That is super cute! I could definitely find a use for something like that.

Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice?
ALL THE PUMPKIN SPICE!!!!! Although I prefer caramel apple Oreos and Milky Ways.

Milk, white, and/or Dark Chocolate?
Milk or white. If there is something amazing and on the sweet side that only comes in dark, I don't dislike it, but I prefer rich chocolate tastes to bitter ones.

Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there?
I'm not opposed and I love autumn scents, but I'm not familiar enough with their current line to have strong preferences.

Anything you have your eye on at BPTP?
Not in particular, but I'm always happy for decants from my wishlist.

Bath and Body Works - yay or nay?
Personally, I am a fan of their lotion and body wash, but not any of their perfume/body sprays/etc (unless you have a stockpile of their dry spray that came in an aerosol can that's been out of production for a couple of years). I also really like their handsoaps for the sink, but have a ton. Likewise, candles.

Tell me of your Sock Dreams, please!
Link to my wishlist is in the post below this one!

I'd like to make some baked goods, would you like some? And if you have any food allergies what can I use as substitute?
Absolutely. No allergies, but I definitely want full sugar, no stevia or anything.
Anything special you want from the Target dollar spot?
I haven't checked it out recently, but I often find fun sticky notes or magnetic notepads there, fun pens, little art supplies.

I live in The Netherlands. If there's anything in particular that you'd like to get from here, now's the time to tell!
Struphwaffles (I am sure that I just butchered that), and I still covet more of the chocolate covered salty licorice that you, Nemi, sent me in another swap.

I'm sort of collecting Lush showergels.Regular collection, but also many Kitchen items. Are there any showergels you'd like to try? I'd be happy to make you samples!
I have no idea about any of these, so sure! I do like shower gel.

What is your stance on Glitter?
I have a 6 year old child who loves anything that sparkles. Thankfully, my stance on glitter is essentially bring it on or I would have already become homicidal.

Also, if you have a Goodreads or other online reading log, does it include a wishlist? Otherwise, is it safe to assume books on the 'to-read' section are wishlist items? Or are you less into keeping a physical copy of the book, and instead prefer to turn to the awesomeness of the library to get your to-read need accomplished.
My Goodreads is pretty comprehensive and I try to be good about noting whether I already have a copy or whether I want a copy as part of my sub-shelves - generally speaking, if it is marked as want-a-copy, I specifically want to own it, not get it from the library. If it is marked as on-my-shelves, I have a copy, I've just yet to read it. Otherwise, things are fair game. If I have neglected to note that I already own something that is on my to-read shelf and you end up sending me something that I already have, well, that's my bad.

Tea lovers, what do you like from Whittard?
I have never tried them, but would happily do so!

how about art? (Small/mailing safe sizes, course)
I have fairly limited space in our new house due to the layout, so while my answer is always yes, I'm a little less enthusiastic than I might otherwise be just due to circumstances.

Dearest Pumpkin - how much are you wedded to wishlists, say I have some read once books which I think you might like based on what you've read in the past, but there is nothing of the sort on your current Goodreads "to read" list?
I am not at all wedded to them. I do suggest checking my "read" shelf at Goodreads before investing in off-wishlist books, but I am always thrilled to receive new options that I may not have thought of or discovered yet!

How do you feel about reading series out of order? Obviously not in situations where the subsequent books are part of the same story arc where you will be totally lost and frustrated if you haven't read all of them, but say, standalone stories which are technically part of a series and which might obliquely reference past books, but not in such as way as to spoil the plot of the book which I happen to have in my possession that you might like.
In the situation I'm describing, I am totally fine - if you have, say, the 4th Tana French novel, send it on. If the story relies heavily on past action, I'd rather not, but especially for long detective series and others where the basic plot is wrapped up in each book, that's fine.

Would you be interested in a Halloween themed short story anthology?
Absolutely. I have Halloween edited by Paula Guran, but not any others.

Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive?
I wouldn't want to only receive books, but I would be happy to have 3-4 nights of them if there's stuff you think I'd love.

Movies in 15 Minutes?
Why yes, I have read it and have a copy I'd love to pass on to a fellow forumite.

Question: What kind of phone do you have? I need to know....
I have a Galaxy S5 Active at present, but will hopefully be upgrading to a 7 at some point during the swap.

Have you seen the horror film The Babadook? If so, did you like it? Would you want something Babadook-themed?
I haven't seen it. Based on the description I googled I can't decide if I would probably love it or spend the entire time feeling ill over kids in danger.

Those who are amenable to yarnie things--ok, two questions: Any undesirable fibers (wool allergy, vegan so no critter hair at all, etc.)? and how do you feel about cowls/infinity scarves?
I'm not allergic or vegan or otherwise totally opposed to anything, but wool is definitely not my favorite fiber unless it is super soft. That's really my biggest requirement - I like things super soft. In terms of infinity scarves, I've never really gotten the knack for them. Which doesn't mean I'm opposed to them, I just don't have any.

Motherhood update:
Haven't had a chance to look at it yet, but will update!

So who likes incense? and is there a preferred scent? and cones or sticks? Would you like a burner for it?
Not sure if I mentioned this in my survey, but ABSOLUTELY NO INCENSE PLEASE. It will never ever get used unless I send it to someone else and is frequently a migraine trigger. So please no thank you.

emzebel

September 6, 2016

Anita's Blog

13 Nights Questions

Anything here: http://paintboxsoapworks.com/ look like something you'd like to try (assuming that you're not already ordering it)?
I would like to try their 221B scent, and the englishman, and it can be in any form, but I think I would like it in the wax tarts the best

Do you like stuff related to Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
Yes I do, very much. Anything would be appreciated.

Knitted Items?
Yes please! I crochet mainly but have done a few knitted items, but don't have any real talent for it- my pieces usually look fairly wonky. And by having done small amounts of it myself, I truly appreciate the work that goes into every item.

Fandom/Specific Items?
There is alot to choose from when it comes to me... Dr who, Sherlock Holmes, Labyrinth, the Dark Crystal, anything disney,

Fall/Halloween Icons?
Bats, owls, pumpkins (so much so I have a tattoo of one), witches, skeletons, ravens,

First, talk to me about soaps- do you like them, and what kinds of scents/lather/varieties do you like?
I do like soap, and am willing to try news ones all the time.

Second, tell me about teas! Favorites? Anything you'd like to try?
I am open to anything, no real preference except I don't like chais very much.

Lastly, I go to Renn Faire- is there anything from there you might like?
I love Ren Faires!! I would happily accept anything my swapper wants to gift me, it's all so much fun

What Weenie of year's past are you seeking from the lab?
PAn Dwardowski and the devil <-- big want!!Theme in Yellow, October, Tattie Bogle, Anything with Hay or Wood or leather would be nice, but steer clear of cinnamon...

Lush? I love their flying fox scent.

I live in Japan, is there anything from there you would specifically want? Since I have never been to Japan, I don't know exactly what there is to want But, if my Scarecrow thinks there is something particularly awesome that needs to be shared around the globe I'm all for it. And, I don't mind Hello Kitty

So, in this swap, you open a goodie every day. I have seen this gift direction done several different ways, but I am interested in which you are most keen to do. Would you rather:

A. have strict direction as to which gift is to be opened on which day(aka the number system)?
B.have a few gifts that are meant to be opened on specific days (ex: *this* one is for Halloween night only), but the rest be your choice?
C. have a free-for-all, grab bag-style box of goodies, where you are the sole arbiter of your goodie grabbing destiny(everything is wrapped but you pick the gift you want to open each day)?
D. be surprised?

Just Surprise me. Maybe my scarecrow isn't the kind to be all methodical and stuf and I don't want to have them losing their straw ( <--- see what I did there) stressing out about it.

Scarecrow/pumpkin? I vote yes, as this post clearly indicates lol.
Pumpkin Spice or No Pumpkin Spice?
"To be clear, I like the SPICE. And I like fresh, actual pumpkin things- pumpkin pie, etc.
BUT, I do NOT like pumpkin+spice *perfume*. All the Pumpkin Patch scents go wrong on me, sadly. And if you have some Pumpkin King that you'd like to send me...well, I would NOT turn that down! ;)" Quoting because it applies to me as well

Milk, white, and/or Dark Chocolate?
Anything but white please.

Do you like Yankee Candle? Anything you want from there?
I like their witch's brew, but the black magic that I have smelled is better to me.
Trading Post Goodies?
But of course!

Bath and Bodyworks?
B&B is not for me, except for their hand sanitzers, but no foody scents in those.

Tell me of your Sock Dreams, please!
http://www.sockdreams.com/_users/wishlists/64647964795ad23

i'd like to make some baked goods, would you like some? And if you have any food allergies what can I use as a substitute?
Well I am allergic to wheat and although Quinoa or tapioca or rice or a combination of those flours work , it really depends on the recipe and what you're making. It doesn't always translate well. If you still want to bake me something, the 6 other beings in my house wouldn't have a problem with it! I wanted to let you know that it wouldn't go to waste.

What is your stance on Glitter?
Yes. I do glitter

Goodreads/book wish list:
I do not have one, sorry.

Witch In/Out Sign
Sure!

Art
Absolutely.

Dearest Pumpkin - how much are you wedded to wishlists, say I have some read once books which I think you might like based on what you've read in the past, but there is nothing of the sort on your current Goodreads "to read" list?
Yes, please!

How do you feel about reading series out of order?
If they aren't tied to one another in an absolute way, but can stand alone as stories on their own, then that is ok.

Would you be interested in a Halloween themed short story anthology?
Yes

Is there a limit to the number of books you'd like to receive?
Nope

Have you read Movies in 15 Minutes by our very own Cleolinda? Would you like to?
I haven't but would like to.

Those who are amenable to yarnie things--ok, two questions: Any undesirable fibers (wool allergy, vegan so no critter hair at all, etc.)? and how do you feel about cowls/infinity scarves?
I am good for any fibre as long as it isn't rough and scratchy, and I would be grateful to receive anything my scarecrow makes for me.

Motherhood update: Good Morning London, Plush Viscera- These are both needs, in my opinion lol.

So who likes incense? and is there a preferred scent? and cones or sticks? Would you like a burner for it?

I would love to burn some incense. And I would take either cones or sticks and a burner would be nice, but not necessary.

Anita

September 6, 2016

thekittenkat's Blog

From: Weenie Stalking 2016!

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thekittenkat

July 31, 2016

In the Land of Olfactory Sensation

Testing Notes: Rome

Rome (Wanderlust)
Refined, austere and graceful. A recipe gleaned from Classical Rome: cypress, juniper, chamomile and rose.

I was definitely intrigued by the chamomile note. I grew up drinking chamomile as the Italian cure-all. Got a sore stomach? Drink chamomile. Have a cold? Chamomile with some honey and lemon. Puffy eyes? Use cold chamomile bags.

Wet: At first Rome is overwhelmingly green. It's fresh, slightly earthy. Almost pine-y. There's a hint of something herbal lurking but the rose is nowhere to be found. I don't mind it, although it's possibly a little more masculine than I would normally wear.

Drying: The rose comes out within the first five minutes and then I like Rome a lot more. It's a fresh, green rose but there's still something herbal about it. I'm not sure i really smell the chamomile, to be honest. But there's something here that stops Rome from smelling like a basic fresh-cut rose and grass type of scent. It's a little more complex than that.

Dry: Soft, pretty and dry green rose. There's something almost hay-like in the dry down. It's very wearable. I think I'm a fan. Will definitely be giving this imp another try in the future.

Ms.L

July 27, 2016

LittleBellAmy's Blog

Shipping Info for US to Outside US

For all countries outside the US, Priority Small Flat-Rate is $34.95, weight doesn't matter.

Below is countries listed alphabetically with First Class International prices: Australia First Class International is $14 for 8 ounces or less; $23 for over 8 ounces to 2 pounds Canada First Class International is $10 for 8 ounces or less; $16 for over 8 ounces to 2 pounds France First Class International is $14 for 8 ounces or less; $23 for over 8 ounces to 2 pounds Germany First Class International is $14 for 8 ounces or less; $23 for over 8 ounces to 2 pounds Great Britain & Northern Ireland First Class International is $14 for 8 ounces or less; $23 for over 8 ounces to 2 pounds Mexico First Class International is $12 for 8 ounces or less; $21 for over 8 ounces to 2 pounds Sweden First Class International is $13.50 for 8 ounces or less; $22.50 for over 8 ounces to 2 pounds

I will add more once I go through my sales! This can be used as a reference, for those in the US selling & those outside the US buying!!!

littlebellamy

July 19, 2016

LittleBellAmy's Blog

Just Some Ramblings

I've been reselling BPAL since 2009, and until recently I didn't realize that how I was storing the BPAL was affecting it. I've heard from one person who reiterated that the bottle they purchased didn't smell right. Only one. I will never be a perfumer. I have asthma & allergies, and my nose is constantly slightly stuffy because of those facts. But I am a Taurus and love luxurious items to take care of myself and my body. However I don't have the money for it. So I have recently looked into perfumery, and creating my own homemade bath salts, scrubs, and lotions.

I finished reading "Perfume: The Art and Craft of Fragrance" by Karen Gilbert (ISBN: 9781782490449). I think a friend gave me the book. It definitely reiterated what actual perfumers and aromatherapy persons will reiterate. One: That the oils/scents put into the creations are sensitive to heat, light, and the fluctuations of the place where the oils/scents are being stored. Two: That it's better to store original oils and finished products by scent family.

So unfortunately I will be discarding the rest of my BPAL. I wish I had a lot of female friends and family around me, but I don't. Otherwise I would have had a party or get-together and passed out the BPAL among them. I believe I have enough containers to empty out the bottles, recycle the glass, and take a container or two of the liquid to Hazardous Waste for my community.

I live in South Florida. It's hot here during the summer. Sometimes the AC can't even keep up with us keeping our house at 78*F, and goes up to 80*F. Also, I stupidly put the BPAL in bags & plastic boxes, and kept them according to year. The Pumpkin scents definitely overwhelmed a lot of the other scents. To those who were actually happy with your purchases, that's great. To those who weren't, my sincerest apologies. I truly wish I'd read more about perfumes sooner, preferably before being given them by a friend and starting to resell them. I don't know for sure what I'm going to do for money yet, since I'm also Diabetic, have PCOS, and an under-working thyroid, which is genetic.

I just wanted to let you all know, especially the moderators why I'm taking my list down soon, and why I will no longer be selling such an obsessive scented item. I still plan on reading "Essence & Alchemy: A Natural History of Perfume" by Mandy Aftel, and "Fragrant: The Secret Life of Scent" by Mandy Aftel. I hope that the sellers and buyers on here do understand what you're getting into by buying BPAL from re-sellers who aren't licensed. I didn't and I regret it. Enjoy what's left of your summer.

Sincerely,
Amy Elizabeth

littlebellamy

July 19, 2016

In the Land of Olfactory Sensation

Testing Notes: Venice

Venice (Wanderlust)
A complex, voluptuous scent that captures the robust beauty of the Italian Renaissance: lemon, red currant, wisteria, red rose petals, heady jasmine, Florentine orris root, waterlily, red sandalwood, violet plum, and violet leaf.

I'm testing this from an imp I recently purchased. Colour me intrigued. I'm not sure how I feel about this scent or whether I would wear it out, but it's interesting.

There are two distinct feelings going on with Venice:

One side is heady and lush. Bold and rich and colourful. Red. There's a mixture of florals - rose and jasmine playing up most on my skin - combined with sweet, ripe fruits. It's sexy and decadent.

But there's another side that's oddly fresh. Out of place. It peeks out from under the flowers and surprises me. I have no idea what it is - perhaps the violet leaf? For some reason it makes me think of the underbelly being hidden by all the jewels and silks and powders of the renaissance. Something that those things were trying to cover up.

The longer I wear this the more I think it's not for me. I don't love this strange combination, but I am fascinated by it. It's a creative scent, maybe one for activating the mind rather than the nose.

Ms.L

July 8, 2016

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