Places I would like gift cards from that I think I forgot on my ?aire:
Etsy
Amazon
Promise of the World
Wishlists:
Sock Dreams
Etsy
Pagan Wishlist I am also always interested in healing and magikal herbs.
Think Geek
Questions from my witch:
Marvel:
1. Are there any Marvel characters/artists/writers/series that you DON'T like?
Rick Remender is a plague. Also, I'm not very interested in any of the X-Men, though if you know a series I should try, I would be willing to take a look.
2. Any Marvel stuff where you own everything there is to possibly own and I shouldn't buy you any more?
Ed Brubaker trade paperbacks. I know I probably don't own ALL of them, but I do own most of them.
Also, here is a Google Doc of all my single issues. If you find any Brubaker Cap issues I don't have and can send them along, I would love you forever. My ultimate goal is to eventually own his whole run in single issues, including his run on Winter Soldier.
Indie Comics:
I read some indie comics that I think you might like. I'd love to share them with you, but I'm not 100% sure that they'd be up your alley.
1. Are indie comics of interest?
HELL YES!!
2. Do you read any already- current or vintage? Any loves/hates?
Currently reading Saga and Sex Criminals, love Pretty Deadly (and await it's return breathlessly) and pick up Lumberjanes as well.
3. How do you feel about smutty situations in comic books? There are some *ahem* adult situations in some of the ones I think you might like.
I feel like this might be a rec for Sex Criminals. If so, you have fabulous taste, but I already read it.
Q&A: Updated as I find questions! Please note these were cut and pasted from multiple sources so the numbers are kinda wonky. I am lazy and not keen on editing more than I have to.
1. I wonder what a potential witchee would think about being bombarded with PUMPKINS in various formats. Because my current obsession just may last long enough to be of use in spoiling.....but I know wouldn't be appreciated by everyone. Would you appreciate it?!?
BRING IT ON!!!
2. I currently have a CSA and my significant other is perpetually out of town for work, so I've been doing a lot of canning and baking with my vegetables. How do people feel about canned good (pickles, salsa, etc) and vegetal baked goods (squash bread, zucchini bread).
Yes and yes! Just nothing super spicy for the salsas. I would really kill for some dill pickles, ngl.
3. Trading Post wants?
Dorian Hair gloss is the big GC want, but really I would be super interested in anything. I can dream about scent lockets, right?
4. What direct sellers do you not like and would prefer not to get things from? And also feel free to list any retail brands you really don't like.
Brand isn't a thing so much as the items itself. If you think it's decent quality, than I'm willing to at least try it.
5. How about y'alls coffee and tea preferences?
I prefer to get teas in this, though I won't say no to coffee beans. (No instant coffee please!) I like pretty much all kinds of teas, and am always down to try something unusual.
6. Do you cook? Would kitchen accessories make you happy?
I do cook, but right now, cooking accessories aren't great. I would be down for soup or baked good mixes though!
7. How do people feel about creative endeavours? Would you like to receive one? Or supplies to make your own? What do you like? Drawings, stories, poems?
I often think these things are the most personal, and thus mean the most. Once, i did a craft swap and someone made me little pom pom bacteria (because I'm a microbiologist) and I still have them. That being said, I know bought gifts can have just as much heart, but if your budget or desire is more along the lines of crafting or creating, I will still be a very happy witchee.
8. What culture or country (doesn’t have to be modern) do you feel an innate connection with? What about it makes it special to you?
I am a Norse pagan, and have a special affinity for Scandinavia, and specifically Norway.
9. Is there any sort of art commission you would like: cartoony, pin-up, fantasy, realistic, etc? If so, what subject would you like drawn (a picture of you, a character, a loved one or pet)?
If you drew me Captain America, or sent me any Cap related things, I would lose it.
10. What do you find yourself doing for fun in your free time? What are your main hobbies and interests?
I am an avid reader and writer!
11. Table-top gaming? If yes, what kind, edition, etc? Gaming accessories you long for?
Hell yes! D&D 3.5, though I am up for table top games of all kinds. And I can never have too many dice.
12. DVD movies or games that you wish would magically appear in your hands? Can they be used, through Amazon?
As I've mentioned, used anything is awesome.
13. What kind of snacks or candy from other countries/states would you like to try?
ALL OF THEM!! Seriously, if you have a signature candy that's local to you, send it
14. Do you have a favorite internet meme, character or pop culture fandom?
I've mentioned Captain America like 5 times, but Captain America.
15. Do you have a Facebook profile (or other social media) that you are comfortable linking to aid your witch in stalking?
Please note whether you are willing to add BPALers as friends.
I never check my FB, but people can have my tumblr: puppysteeb!
16. Do you like puzzles/riddles/treasure hunts and that sort of thing?
Urgh no, thank you.
17. If you were to receive music, would you want a physical CD or digital versions?
CD for sure!
18. What’s a current problem/annoyance you have that could be remedied but you haven’t had time to address it?
This lazy butt hasn't eaten today.
19. How do you feel about having some sort of trinket to carry around for good luck/wishes? I.e. a small figurine, symbol, card, coin…
Oh yes, I would love stuff like this! But please ask as far as specifics, because I have a few specific good luck things regarding my Norse pagan practices and my general spiritual beliefs. (Amethyst and acorns jump to mind.)
20. Are YOU superstitious about anything? Any things you can't have in your house for that reason--bad associations?
Nothing jumps to mind.
16. Anybody interested in something from RCCC, whether it's con-exclusive merch or from a particularexhibitor or artist?
I am very into Marvel comics. So this would be a good place to cater to that. As far as specific things, I collect 70's Invaders comics, and most Captain America comics, save for any by Rick Remender.
23. For the vegetarians and vegans: How do you feel about things (say, marshmallows or gummy candy) made with vegan gelatin or other typically-animal-derived-but-not-in-this-instance products?
I am not personally a vegetarian, but if my witch is and would prefer to buy animal free products, I am more than happy to eat them. I don't want my witch going against their own beliefs for me.
24. Ok, so we've covered pumpkin. How do you feel about the other fall classic – apples?
YASSSS!!! APPLE FOR ALL THE THINGS!!!
25. Do you have any fabric or skin-contact aversions?
I can do wool blends, but pure wool makes me very itchy. I can do angora cashmere and most blends just fine.
26. How do you feel about Christmas/Yule ornaments?
This is not a great year for things that have to hang on a tree, but I'll happily take other types of Christmas decorations!
27. How do you feel about Hello Kitty, and Hello Kitty accessories (including mugs, cups, etc)?
Not against it, but have no extreme fondness or interest.
28. If you had a week free where you could learn anything, with no financial restrictions, what would you want to study?
I want to be a better cook.
29. Do you enjoy poetry? Who are your favorite poets and what type of subject matter do you like?
I'm not the biggest fan of poetry, but I am nowhere near unwilling to get a book of poems if my witch has a favorite.
30. Would you enjoy receiving something related to a favorite Disney character?
31. How do you feel about cute things as decorations or accessories? (Example: Would you enjoy this stationery - or do you prefer elegant/creepy/neutral stuff?)
32. What is something you'd really like to recieve from your witch? Please be as specific as possible - no, "Oh whatever she thinks is fine!"
Honestly, as sad as this may sound, I'd love gift cards or things specifically on my wishlists. I have limited disposable income and would love to either be able to pick things out myself or to get something I specifically asked for.
Now, having said that, this is in no means a sign that I will not happily receive gifts of all kinds. The question asked if I had ideas, and I do, but if the gift is thoughtful and from the heart, that is really what matters to me.
33. Tarot cards, rune stones and/or other divination tools yay or nay?
HOLY CRAP YES PLEASE!! I really want to get both a Tarot deck and a set of Norse runes. I am a Norse pagan, so some runes would be especially helpful. I have included a pagan wishlist up in my wishlist section as well.
34. Do you have a Celeb crush? or someone who you just can't get enough of....other than your SO
Chris Evans specifically, but also pretty much the whole Avengers/MCU cast as well.
35. Glitter? are you okay with it, or hate it like the plague?
If you send me a package filled with loose glitter, I will send a plague down on your head, but if you send me glittery things, like sequined clothes, notebooks, pencils or make-up, that is awesome. I am looking at some cosmetic grade glitter now, actually.
36. If there was another time period other than now that described your style/aesthetics, what would it be?
So, I love steampunk and alt history fashions, but I also really love pin-up from the 40's and 50's.
37. If you had to pick one or two quotes to live by, what would it be and why?
"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.” Geroge RR Martin
38. Makeup, especially of the indie variety. Nail polish, nail wraps, eyeshadow, lipstick/gloss, etc. Y/N? Specific preferences (color, finish, product, brand, etc.)?
YES YES YES!! I have dreamed of crazy colored lip sticks and have been lusting after Portland Black Lipstick's namesake black, and anything by Impulse Cosmetics.
39. Do you prefer physical books? CD books? eBooks? If eBooks do you have preferred format, kindle/nook/kobo/PDF/ePub/ect? eAudio?
I prefer physical, but I do have a Kindle and an iPad.
40. Smut! Yes or no? If yes, what kink, er, kind?
41. Ebooks! Yes or no?
I can do Kindle books easily.
42. If you were to get a custom bottle from House of Gloi made for you what notes would create your perfect blend?
Answered in thread!
43. If your witch were to take a photograph (or paint or whatever) of something just for you, what would it be? Landscape? Flower? Critter? Something to illustrate a favorite quote?
I really love nature photography.
44. What is your favorite Halloween animal or other symbol/decoration?
45. Makeup, especially of the indie variety. Nail polish, nail wraps, eyeshadow, lipstick/gloss, etc. Y/N? Specific preferences (color, finish, product, brand, etc.)?
I love crazy colored eyeshadows and deep reds and plums for lipsticks. Also, as mentioned, I'm dying to try some out there lipstick colors as well, like black or blue or mint.
46. How do you feel about profanity and off-color humor?
In the vein of Monty Python yes.
47. I make hairsticks...would you like/use them?
I just shaved my head, so no.
48. Does anyone here LARP? If so, what kind of LARP? And what kind of character do you play?
I have a few mage and rogue LARP characters, though they have very little play time right now.
49. Would you completely freak out if I sent you a chocolate covered scorpion or some other food oddity? This includes things like 'bacon powder' from thinkgeek.com.
I love crazy food. No promises I'd eat it, but I'd get a chuckle for sure.
50. This has kind of been covered, but, are you ok with receiving canned jam (from a veteran jammer!) and if so, what flavors would you like and not like?
I love me some Raspberry jam, man! But I'd really be down with anything.
51. Let's talk nail polish. What colors do you love? Hate? Which brands are you dying to try? Have you ever used indies? Do you like glitter? Any textures to avoid (glitter, sand, etc)?
Well, I chew my nails something awful, but if you send some fake nails along with your nail polish, I love indie companies and cool colors and textures.
52. How do you feel about getting a special Halloween plushie?
I would ADORE THIS!
53. I'm in Japan, anything specific you might want from the land of the rising sun?
I adore all things Japanese, and all things Lolita.
54. Are there any GC scents that you know you love, but for whatever reason, keep putting off buying bottles of?
Black Rider, Crowley, Red Rider
55. I know not everyone likes Lush products, but if you do, which Lush items would you like to get from your Witch?
So my favorites are fluffy blue clouds and Lord of Misrule, if it's stocked by the time packages have to be sent. That being said, I adore Lush and would love to get some.
56. Is there anywhere (in the US) that you are dying to get away to? Also when would you be able to get away. Would this even be something you were interested in? If so, go look at the Southwest sale for routes and dates and times.
Well, pretty much the only thing that fits here would be my trip to SF to visit the BF's fam, but I've got that covered.
57. If you are ok with receiving t-shirts, what size are you, do you prefer tissue tees, normal crew tees, babydoll etc?
In men's I am an S, and in women's I tend to be an M. My one request is that they not be overly tight around the neck.
58. THINKGEEK! Who loves it - do you have a wishlist on there?? What are some things you are jonesing for on there for under $20?
Wishlist above! Lots of price ranges.
59. Zombies, yes or no?
Eh, I'd rather not? I'm okay with more cartoonish zombies, but overall, I'm kinda squeamish about zombies.
60. Would you like arm warmers/fingerless gloves? If so, what length? just beyond the wrist, almost to the elbow, full sleeves?
There are a few arm warmers in my Sock Dreams wishlist, but generally, yes please!
61. Do you feel a particular affinity for a specific animal/s?
Spiritually, ravens are my spirit guide and totem animal, and are thus very important to me. I also have an affinity for snakes. Personally, I have two dogs, and am very much a dog person. Dog treats and toys are an A+ idea.
62. Anyone have any Paintbox Soapworks loves?
Currently really lusting after the moundshroud scent, as well as the Queen is Dead, but I'm probably going to buy the latter for myself because it's down to it's last bottle. Bu I've used their soaps before and really love them, so I'd be happy to try most of their darker scents, per my scent likes and dislikes in my ?aire. Plus, I'm always down for some new bath products of all kinds!
63. How would you feel if your witch or a minion of your witch showed up in person at your house with goodies? Thrilled?
Annoyed? Completely creeped out? I would adore that! I would just need a little heads up before hand so I could work my schedule around it!
64. Do you have a ravelry account? Tell me about your yarn obsessions.
I don't knit, but I do have use for raw wool or fibers for doll wig making!
66. Knitted items like scarves, shawls, dishclothes....yay or nay? Favorite fibers? Favorite colors?
Not so much dish clothes, but other than that, yes please! Pure wool is the only thing I have aversions to, but as far as fiber, the softer the better. As far as colors, pretty much anything! I love both bright and dark colors, but stay away from browns unless they have a lot of red in them.
67. Is your Amazon WL up-to-date?
So many people use the one family Amazon account that a gift card would be a better option here. I do have other wishlists up top, however.
68. If you were to receive handmade caramels, would it matter if they were made with raw cream (unpasteurized)?
Doesn't bother me!
69. Would you enjoy getting a sampling of quality incense taken from various sources? Are there types of incense you know you don't like? Would you want a burner for loose incense and a few charcoals to get you started with that, or would you rather stick to simpler types?
Oh my goodness yes! I really want to get back into incense for ritual and personal use now that I'm not in a dorm.
70. I know we already had a question about needed kitchen accessories, but what about spices?
I use most of my spices for ritual use, but cooking herbs often blend quite nicely into this.
71. Would you like handmade stationary or cards? How about a quill pen?
Yes and yes! I love hand crafted stuff like this!
72. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being "gimme that ghost pepper!" and 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" Where is your heat tolerance?
2.5? I really don't like spicy things that much, but I do like spiced things.
73. What is your favorite type of Halloween candy?
I absolutely adore Three Musketeers and Reses cups. But anything with chocolate is always A+ for me.
74. Do you need or want any cosy footwear, like fluffy slippers, or slipper socks etc?
I have a pretty dedicated pair of slippers, but totally have room for an especially silly or cool pair. And am always in need of more socks.
75. What do you most look forward to each Fall?
Cool weather. And being able to snug into sweaters and scarves and hoodies and not roast.
76. What gadgets do you use in your everyday life and would you like a cool case for them - with your favourite fandom or artwork or saying?
I don't really have anything in need of a case at the moment! But laptop stickers are always a good bet.
77. Are there any beauty accessories you need or would like? For example make-up brushes, facial brushes or eyelash curlers.
I am in forever need of good brushes.
78. Would you be disappointed to get one big box, or would you prefer a bunch of little ones? And would you be disappointed if your witch actually had it together early and sent it to you sooner than later?
We've already talked about this, witch, but I am easy with either, though I have some preference for mini packages.
79. Stores are putting out their halloween PJs and undies! Would you be happy to get any in a package? And if so, what size? For PJ pants, do you like cotton or flannel?
I am a size M in undies and PJ's and would be happy to have any and all!
80. Do you like M&Ms?
HELL YES!!
81. How about wax melts?
I'd need a melter, but have been dying to try them!
82. Would you like a subscription for Spotify?
No thanks!
83. What scents from the Lillith update would you like to try?
In thread!
84. Would you be interested in receiving a box of sugar cube skulls?
OMG YES
85. Skin care routine? Fave cleanser? Toner? Moisturizer? What about body lotions? Any particular brand or scent? Lip balms? Yay or nay?
Probably the only thing you could send me would be Blistex, seeing as I use a lot of time sensitive cleaners and stuff
86. Is there anything you would like from Salem MA (mugs, keychains, postcards, etc.or witchy supplies like incense, candles, books)?
Always down for high quality incense, but I live in MA, so Salem things aren't a big deal for me.
87. Would you be interested in any of the items in LisaNut's etsy shop?
No thank you!
88. Spiders (as in cute knit kind) yes or no?
YESSS
89. Pillows (the mostly decorative type)?
I collect fandom pillows and plush things.
90. Any kind of bags - big, small, medium, purse, grocery, etc?
I love all sorts of bags, and am in need of a good canvas one for my pin collection.
91. Is there anything special coming up in your life?
Not really.
92. Which one scent would you want from each of the following updates: Metamorphosis, Lilith and GC?
Met-Southern Cloudywing
Lilliths-Already on it's way!
GC-Black Rider
93. Are you interested in anything from NYCC?
I am attending myself!
94. Would something from the Tokyo Game Show (e.g. postcards, fans) possibly interest you?
I would consider it!
95. Would you enjoy any of these couple rings? Or anything from the same store's Halloween collection?
I adore all of the halloween collection!
96. If you imbibe at all ... preference between: wine/beer/cocktails and then glassware and/or bar-ware? cocktail gadgetry? Books on the subject/recipes? would you want sample bottles of local/regional/small batch craft spirits if they were home decanted and labeled?
I am very much a wine person, and hate most beers. I'd try just about anything though.
97. Would you like some chai, lemon, rose water or other flavored sugar cubes?
YES PLEASE! Espeically chai and any herbal ones.
98. Jamberry nail wraps?
Sure!
99. If you had to choose one currently available book (used-but-obtainable counts if you do used) costing $20 or under for your Witch to buy for you, what would it be?
Any full single copy of the lord of the rings.
100. Are there five things under $25 at Birchbox you would like?
I'm too lazy to go through this right now.
101. Do you want anything from the Fatherhood update at the Post?
Happily not!
102. Street art! Into it? Not into it? Meh?
Love it!
103. If you could only pick one note that you love (e.g. Vanilla, Orange, Lavender, Rose) & you could only wear/have perfume, etc in that note, what would it be?
Leather!
104. What are you interested in from the NYCC exclusive list?
I shall be acquiring these on my own, so don't stress!
105. Most anticipated "Weenie blends?
Posted in forum!
106. Caffeine or no? And is this a health or preference?
Bring it on!
107. Are you interested in anything from the MAC Rocky Horror or the e.l.f. Disney Princess make up collections?
MAC lipsticks, always!
108. I pass this shop every day, If you were my witchee would you like a custom chocolate bar? What would you choose? Plain, white or milk and with what?
Caramel chocolate, praline, mini marshmallows, coconut
109. Would you like to try chocolate covered Turkish Delight or flower flavoured things (Rose and Violet chocolates)?
Hell yes to all yummy edibles!
110. For those of you who like Fantasy or play Dungeons and Dragons... would you be interested in a custom painted miniature? If so, what gender, race and class? Any preferences for a theme, color scheme, preferred weapons/armor, etc? Specific character description you would want me to try to hit?
I play, but have never used mini figs before. I think it would be fun to have a fig of my half-elf elemental druid though.
111. Are there any local or national charities that are close to your heart that you know would appreciate a donation in your name?
The SPCA is probably the national one, and if you can donate to the Boothbay Region Land Trust, that would be amazing.
112. I have two partial (Backup) bottles of some scents on your wishlist, Witchee. However, the labels aren't perfect, due to a tragic imp explosion. Would you still be ok with getting them?
As long as it's reasonably legible or labeled, I don't mind messy stuff at all!
