Dracula (1931)
Dracula (1992)
Dracula (1979)
Rose Red(okay, it's a mini series)
the Haunting (1963)
Nosferatu (1922)
Nosferatu the Vampyre (1979)
Shadow of the Vampire
Creature from the Black Lagoon
Monster Squad
(Bruce Campbell vs.)Army of Darkness
In the Mouth of Madness
Silent Hill
Resident Evil
Resident Evil:Apocalypse
Sleepy Hollow
Halloweentown
House on Haunted Hill (1959)
House on Haunted Hill (1999)
Stay Alive
The Ward
From Hell
Waxwork
Fright Night (1985)
Fright Night II (1988?)
Skeleton Key
Bless the Child
The Mummy (1932)
Killer Klowns from Outer Space
Stigmata
Constantine
End of Days
High Spirits
Ghost Busters
Shaun of the Dead
Saint Ange
The Howling VI: the Freaks
Blood and Roses
The nightmare Before Christmas
Jack's Back
Wolf
Elvira: Mistress of the Dark
Tokyo Gore Police
Relic
the Burbs
El Orfanato
The Others
The Canterville Ghost
Ginger Snaps Back: the Beginning
The Crimson Rivers
Beetlejuice
Edward Scissorhands
Creepshow
Darkness Falls
An American Werewolf in Paris
The Happening
Cursed
Once Bitten
Blade: Trinity
Hello, Mary Lou, Prom Night 2
van Helsing
League of Extraordinary Gentlemen
Mr. Boogedy
Gremlins
Underworld
Darkness
What Lies Beneath
The Gift
Warlock
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Witches of Eastwick
Gothic
Legend
Deep Rising
Legion
Tower of Terror
The Breed
the Craft
Poltergeist
Mimic
Species
Haunted
Howling the Marsupials
Subspecies
Nadja
Watcher in the Woods
Mama(short film; still haven't seen the feature-length)
Sleepwalkers
Lawnmover Man
It
Spellcaster
Night of the Creeps
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
1920
Knife Edge
The Frighteners
Hey, I haven't missed that many, woo!
10/7/10
Did you forget anything fun/interesting or find something new and exciting?
I'm continually adding stuff to my wishlists, which is going to work out well when people ask me what I want for Christmas/my birthday. I can just point them there, and they will be overwhelmed and stop asking. ;P
I discover new and exciting things all the time, but I can't remember what they are...
I don't think you need to worry about finding stuff, dear Witch. You have been doing so wonderfully, and--should you need ideas-- I've got two of the world's longest wishlists set to inspire you. Seriously, anything vaguely resembling anything off of those would be squeed over-- as would anything you come up with out of your beautiful mind.
10/9/10
I came home with some Dungeon Crawl and some Bedbugs yesterday. If you were my witchee, would you want some of either/both?
I'm not sure. I think it would be better to keep the Precious for yourself-- or you could trade it for something you really want?
10/12/10
Would you want your witch to reveal herself? How?
Ultimately, Witch, it is your call. If you must observe Ninja Code, so be it. A little selfish part of me would very much like to know, but pay no attention to that.
First off, dear Witch, thank you for being so awesome! I wanted to say thank you for the wonderful decants earlier, but I have been running around like a crazy chicken, and I'm a little scattered at the moment.
I was so surprised to get that package, you have no idea. I know you said you were packing something up in your mail, but that was literally the day before the package arrived. So either that was the fastest package EVER, or you have minions! Magical minions of awesome.
Anyway, I have been having so much fun this weekend, testing things and making everyone else sniff them. My mother really liked Wild Swans at Coole(I was hoping she might). So a bottle of that might be making it's way into her stocking this year. And the only reason I am able to make that call is because you are so awesome!
Thank you also for the reading! I think I might know what you are talking about. It does make sense. I only hope it isn't a warning not to go overboard purchasing Yules.
Though I don't think you need it--because you are amazing-- here is some quick ketchup(just in case):
10/13/10
Today I got one of the Starbucks Halloween Bearista Bears - it's dressed like a werewolf! Is this something witchees might like? Not really my thing. They are cute, but have a tendency to become clutter around here.
Are you interested in Halloween costumes for your pet(s)?
No, thank you.
10/14/10
Do you prefer scented or unscented lotions/moisturizers?
either/or
10/18/10
So....let's say that you're my witchee, and you have an affinity for widgets. Let's also pretend that I sent you one of these widgets, but in a form that has a very special personal significance to me. Would you find that to be touching (in a "Yay, now I'll always use this and think of my witch!" way) or tacky (in a "My witch is making this all about her!" way)?
Anything of significance to you will be loved. But please do include the story of it, if it's not a glaringly obvious association.
Have you had a chance to try Halloweenies? If so, which ones are you really really in love with this year?
Pomegranate II is probably my favorite. I'm holding off on getting it-- because of SW, and deciding whether I wanted the whole patch... but I've decided it will probably be just that one(at the end of November)-- even thought the other poms are nice. Actually, so many of the 'Weenies this year were really nice, but I don't really *need* them.
Pocket shrines! Would you like one, made for a particular obsession of yours?
Now that I have seen one, those are adorable. But no need to go out of your way, dear witch.
10/20/10
If you were my witchee, would you want to receive Confessions of a Jane Austen Addict, or wouldn't that be your cup of classics?
The title sounds interesting.
Would you like some homemade snack mix?
sure
Knitterly Witchees, would you like a yarn bowl?
The one linked was lovely, but looks rather fragile.
10/21/10
What are you most interested in from the Yule update?
After looking at all of them and letting it sink in:
Harlequin and Columbine. But you don't have to worry about that, dear Witch. I have to get it, because it was one of my favorite stories as a child.
After that, Waltz of the Flowers, Sugar Plum Fairy, maybe Waltz of the Snowflakes, Autumn and Winter, and a few of the Christmas Carol ones-- but I haven't spent too much time contemplating. There is lots of time for Yule contemplation yet.
Oh, and the Butterfly, and maybe the Lilac Wood from the Last Unicorn.
But I think I am good for scents. You have spoiled me so much already with LE decants. Thank you!
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September 18th
Who likes hair toys, and if so what kind?
I like hair things! Hair picks/sticks, clips, and small claws
Does any art we may send need to be child safe, either in the actually safe sense or the non X rated sense?
No need for child safe. I would rather not receive Teh Pronz, but nudes are fine-- just not the nudes where the only point is, 'here are my bits. Woo!'
In the knitted/crocheted things area, would you want wrist warmers, 1/2 gloves, a neck warmer(the kind that pretty much just goes around your neck and maybe fastens instead of being long and loose like a scarf), slippers, or hats?
Sure to all except hats. I really only wear the occasional newsboy cap--although, if you somehow knit one of those, that would be awesome.
How do you feel about altered/recycled/upcycled items of clothing or accessories? Coolness!
Is there anything you want from the Violette Market update? Oh dear. I haven't checked. I've never tried them before, either.
What is your favourite habitat and climate to live in? How about to visit? (ie. forest, canyons, mountains, by the beach; temperate, tropical...)
In my head, it's a forest by the sea. The forest would be deciduous, and there would be enough sun. See why it's only in my head? I really like the beach, and tropical islands seem nice, but I also like seasons. So I have no real idea. The rainforest looks amazing, but I have a feeling that the extreme humidity would eat my soul.
What do you wish you could make/craft if you had the know-how and supplies? Specifically, which particular items?
comfortable, supportive bras in my size. Umm, possibly, pretty necklaces; necklaces with real stones and wirework, and all that shiny stuff. Oh and woodblock stamps, but I'm pretty sure I fail at carving.
Is there anything you would like from Conjure Oils general catalogue or the new updates that isn't already on your wishlist?
Alright. I went to Conjure Oils, because someone mentioned Succubus(I'm sad, I know).
So, from the update: Succubus and Four-Leafed Clover sound awesome, and possibly Malocchio and Abbadon.
From the GC: mimosa SN, Mercury Retrograde, Sagittarius, Anything from the Caravan section,the Light Maiden, the Shadow Queen, Earl Black, and Mabon look good.
Am I alone in this, or is there a Book Fair/Comic Con scent you're dying to get your paws on, too?
I try not to pine over the exclusives. It isn't nearly as far away from me as it is from a lot of other BPALers, but I'm just not that hardcore. And I love the scents I already have, so I will leave the exclusives for someone who will really love them.
Anyone need address/phone type books?
I don't *need* any, but whoever said they wanted one for the BPALer addresses, that's a great idea! I'm currently keeping mine on the computer.
September 19th
Do you read/like fantasy? What kind of books or authors do you love? Which one would you like to read? Would you like gifts related to it?
Sure! I think that there is a list on my questionnaire of my favorite authors. I like the worlds of Xanth, the Myth Adventures series(By Robert Lynn Aspirin), I used to like Pern, and Landover, and some Discworld(haven't read any of those in a billion years). Fantasy-related gifts sound fabulous!
Soaps : do you like them? What brands? What scents? Anything you're dying to try?
I like soap. I don't use soap that has lauryl/laureth sulfates, because it makes my skin insanely unhappy. But other than that, soaps are awesome. I think I use Lush soaps the most; of which my favorites are Sandstone(so much citrusy love), Demon in the Dark, and Honey I washed the Kids(which I am not supposed to use because of aforementioned fubar:( But it smells so lovely!). My current bar of soap is Olive from BodyShop.
I'm not *dying* to try anything , but Paintbox Big in Japan sounds good, and there was a carrot rosehip one somewhere on the worlds longest Etsy wishlist, and a couple from Steambath-- but I'm not sure if that is a 'hey, awesome soap' thing or a 'hey, this soap has a *key* in it!' I like keys.
Just curious, but if your witch was to make an amigurumi critter (or other plushie) just for you, what would it be? Hmm, I can't think of anything specific, but plushies are awesome.
Would you want a local/tourist item from your witch? Like a t-shirt, mug or shot glass? sure!
Okay, who wants NAlloween and some Vampire Apothecary goodness? Okay, I went and checked. So much enabling in this thread! It's a good thing I can be very forgetful. From NA Deity Moon: Ma'at and Serpent of Chaos, and from VA: Mask La Croix.
Venomous Villains?
Last Unicorn? the Last Unicorn is lovely, and I can't wait to see scent notes.
Who is your fav Disney Villian/villianess? How about hero/herione? (doesn't have to be specifically Disney though)
Hmm, I usually root for the good guys, but Maleficent is definitely the most striking.
Favorite heroine is Ariel--the Little Mermaid in general. I mean she gave up her life for her true love's happiness. Belle, Aurora, Jasmine, Mulan, and Megaera are awesome as well. Snow White's singing voice grates on my soul. And the Blue Fairy from Pinocchio is beautiful.
Favorite hero? Justin from Secret of NIMH... Or, from Disney, Aladdin or Robin Hood. Flesh and Blood non-real characters? Daniel Jackson from Stargate. James Spader was adorable in that movie. i'm going to stop talking now, lest I forge off into the "every awesome character ever" relay.
Do you like garlic? Do you REALLY like garlic? Would you want to try some really unusual garlic stuff, like garlic cheese or garlic fudge or garlic chocolate, etc., etc., etc.?
Please, no.
Can I talk to you about the living dead? How do you feel about Zombies?
Zombies are a cool horror movie monster. I'm also very interested in the anthropological basis for zombification(i.e. religious practices, herbs, and/or blowfish poison) and the folklore surrounding it.
How many bottles do you have?
5mL: 57
10mL: 1
empty 5mL: 2
Any kind of exercise/ activity you are interested in learning, or already do and need stuff for?
Umm, I don't think I'm up to learn anything new right now, but I like to practice belly dance moves. Any kind of music or accessories for that would be much appreciated. Or, if you have any fun ideas to get my mother to stick with an exercise routine, that would be absolutely awesome.
If I were to knit a scarf, would you prefer a skinny one, or a wide one? A short one, that when wrapped once around your neck will just tuck under your jacket, or a long one, at least to your waist? Wide and long, please. (As I edit this, I realize how wrong it sounds. But, hey, I could have said thick. I am being a good little monkey. Yes...)
Don't like scarves? Would a rectangular shawl or triangular shawl be more to your taste? I do like scarves! But a shawl would be gorgeous as well. Dear Witch, please don't feel that such an amount of effort is necessary. It would be stellar, true, but that's a lot of effort, and I hope you are taking time to allow yourself to be spoiled by your Witch as well(because you are awesome and deserve it).
How do you feel about recipes? Recipes are wonderful jump off points for culinary creativity.
What kind of a cook/baker are you? I am the kind of cook/baker who comes up with spur of the moment things, or adds in an interesting ingredient on a whim. I also fly by the seat of my pants and forget about the existence of recipes sometimes...Okay, alot.
Are you happiest calling for delivery or microwaving a lean cuisine, Or will Food Network be asking you to host their new program? I love to cook and bake, and it usually turns out decent. I would be absolutely thrilled if Food Network signed me for Usagi's Fabulous Ghetto Kitchen Fiesta ('ghetto' because, you know how sometimes all you have in your kitchen is hot sauce, lettuce, scrambled, eggs, pickled things, and some cottage cheese? I can probably make a pretty decent meal from that).
If I send you something home made would you like the recipe for it? Oh, please, yes.
If you are someone who doesn't want baked goods sent, would you like a collection of some of my favorite recipes? You can send me all the baked goods you want, but if you want to share some of your favorite recipes, I would love it.
How about home made mixes or kits? Kind of like the cookie in a jar thing, where you would need to add the perishable ingredients? Awesome.
If you are a tea lover, what are your flavor preferences? Green? Black? Herbal (I know, technically those are NOT teas, but tisanes)? Flavored blacks/greens? I love tea. I prefer green, white, and herbal. Black tea tends to be a bit strong for me, caffeine-wise, but I love Earl Grey(yes, it does come in green, white, and decaf as well!), and have some black teas that are kind of like my "treat" teas. Adagio has a host of flavored teas that sound fabulous(and I know some of them are, because i have tried them).
Weeee! I caught up!
I think I missed some, there for here area bunc hof random questions:
Edible Arrangements
No, thank you. It is still rather warm here, and I think that would not go well.
Incense
I think I'm more of a traditional incense kinds girl. I like Shoyeido. Kyoto Sakura Blossom is my favorite. I don't burn incense very often, so I still have a bunch, but if you have something you'd like to share, I'll definitely appreciate and use it.
Arcana/Possets/Conjure Oils update
I have not tried any of these brands, so I have no idea. If you have something you think I'd like, sure, but please don't go out of your way.
Do you collect stones/rocks? I'm talking like "semi" precious stones, ie moonstone, bloodstone, quartz ect. Are there any that you're looking for at the moment? Are you in need of a stone but don't know which kind?
I love semi precious stones. At the moment, I am most wanting a piece of larimar, or kambaba jasper, or ocean jasper. But I'm happy with any stone, especially if it is water colored.
If you have any magical stones that make all the bad people go away, leave my family alone, and destroy the pants-- and you can spare one-- that would be unbelievably awesome.
What's your favorite Halloween Music?
"This is Halloween" from Nightmare Before Christmas? I have some goth and old music collections compiled for whiel the trick or treaters come to the door. But lots of them are little, so Rob Zombie has to stay in the house where no one can hear him (I love Living Dead Girl-song and video both).
Are you okay with homemade food?
Yes. So long as it's not something that is going to go off on the way. Baked goods might be a pass, given that it seems like we are going to have a continuance of hot weather(by which I mean 100+ days), with the addition of humidity . Candies, canned or preserved, dried things, spice mixes, and anything like that should be okay, though-- just nothing that will melt or mold.
If you are okay with decorations, do you have a preference to table-top, wall hanging or window decorations?
I love decorations of all sorts.
How do you feel about stationary and/or papercrafting supplies?
I love them.
How do you feel about kitschy/silly Halloween jewelry?
It's fun. One thing I think I forgot in my questionnaire, though, is I don't have pierced ears. So, as awesome as the Halloween earrings are, those are not for me.
Would you like a Halloween wreath?
I'd love one. I had an absolutely gorgeous one made by a kind forumite, but it had dried gourds on it and it kind of died last year.
What rares are you dying to try???
Pink Moon 2017 and Vanilla Orchid SN? I missed them earlier this year, and would just like to sniff them, really. Other than that, my wishlist is pretty extensive.
Comic books and graphic novels:
are awesome.
Would you like to receive anything related to:
Disney?
Sure!
If so, any favorite characters?
Ariel for favorite princess, and all her awesome aquatic friends. This is not so much characters-- but since NMBC is Disney now, that whole shebang(if I had to pick favorites, it would be Oogie, Lock, Shock, and Barrel; because they have the best songs ).
And to be more specific about Disney: How do you feel about Beauty and the beast?
I loved the animated movie as a kid, have not seen the new live action. Belle would be a close runner up for favorite princess( because she's not a mermaid), along with Jasmine. Plus, books, inventions, and talking crockery are all awesome.
And what about Harry Potter related items?
Harry Potter is awesome. Would especially adore Frank, or other magical creature-centric, anything. Hogwarts House is Gryffindor, last time I checked. Ilvermorny house is Thunderbird. My patronus is(although I don't necessarily agree, I'm definitely not mad about it)... a brown hare. Well, I laughed, anyway. Luna's got a hare, too. So, I'm in good bunny company.
Pokemon? Any favorites?
I like Pokemon! Haven't played anything but Go in a million years, but I do still sort of collect the TCG cards ( because I buy them for treasure box, and sometimes there are doubles that are just too cute ). Pokemon are awesome. Top-of-my-head favorite are:
Dratini, Jigglypuff, Charmander, Mew, Ditto, Shaymin, and Mimikyu. A full favorites list would encompass probably a tenth of all Pokemon released so far, and that would be a bit ridiculous. I just like cute magical creatures with soulful eyes.
Is there any thing, category, or brand from which you would absolutely NOT like to receive things (ie., you're overrun with candy corn, you don't do scents outside of BPAL, or if you ever see another Stephen King item, it will be too soon)?
I hate Hershey's chocolate.Not really into Stephen King books, don't do slasher films, or the Saw franchise, FNaF, and I would rather not have anything made of bone or exoskeleton.
What kinds of art/art medium do you most enjoy, or would you most like to receive, in the context of this swap?
I love watercolor, and tiny figurines, but am also a big fan of the written word, imagery and rhyming. I'd love any art that looked old/aged, kind of dark fantasy or Victorian spooky, or seemingly normal images where something is just subtlely off-- especially *old* photos. Think Disneyland Haunted House or the pics in Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiars
Bath & Body Works - love them or hate them? If the former, fave product types?
I like them. I don't really go there anymore, so whatever awesome packaging they come out with this year in the form of pockets backs, soap dispensers, or candles would be awesome to see-- and (although probably waaaayy too early in the season) someone told me their fir tree candle is amazing.
I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would be interested in?
Sailor Moon gachapon? San-X stuff, yuzu anything, and those seaweed caramels that I will probably never find again.
I'm in The Netherlands. Is there anything from The Netherlands/Europe that you're interested in?
Salmiak knotsen, Cassis, Roos Vicee, Potter's droppastilles... if you had access to drabbelkoek, and could send just a tin of those, I would be happy with that for all 13 nights, because it would make my mam's day. My dad might love you forever if you sent a roll of Droste pastilles. From Europe in general, Cadbury's Marvellous Creations with the popping candy and jelly babies (although this is probably the one thing on this list that I *can* actually order from here).
How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures? if you are on board with that, would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around?
I love boxes; whatever size you wanted to make.
If you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)?
Handmade anything is awesome! Fall leaf colors, or watery blues/greens
Nail wraps - yay or nay? Would including a small manicure set to go with them help?
I've never gotten around to trying them, but have seen some totally adorable patterns, and would totally be up to check them out. I don't know if a manicure set would help?
Are there any particular movies, tv shows or cd’s that you’ve been meaning to buy for years but just never got round to getting? Would you mind a gently used dvd/cd if your witch had it or could get it?? I've got so many things I keep meaning to get, but never do. And used from someone else is still new to me.
Is there anything from the Possets' Hallowe'en update you're lusting after?
I've never tried anything from Possets before, but Wraith, Gypsy Grave, and Naked Lady look nice, based on the descriptions?
Would you like a custom/altered toy either from a seller or from your witch (like My Little Pony, or a Barbie or any particular toy that can be changed?) I'm not sure?
Do you like the candy apple, candy corn or pumpkin spice kisses? As in Hershey's kisses? I don't do Hershey's. But I can always give them to people here who do!
Anne Taintor, anyone? Cute, but not so much 'me'.
