Dear My Witch,

 

Oh hai! Thank you for taking the time to be my witch! I'm going to post various things that might be of use to you (answers to questions posted in the thread, any random thing I think of, etc.) here, so you can always check here for that kind of thing.

 

If you should want to text me, my mobile number is 4239560934. I have unlimited texting, so no worries about charges on my end.

 

Love, Cam

 

6/25/2009

I have just discovered that Barnes & Noble have finally gotten a clue and enabled public links to wish lists! Here is mine, FYI: http://my.barnesandnoble.com/cam-collinss-...List/cm/182204/

 

6/13/2009 - Other things I love that may not have made it into the questionnaire.

Crossfit. My hubby says I've joined a fitness cult. This program is hard, but addictive. I work out with a couple of my best friends, and we love it.

 

Yoga. I've been practicing for four years now, and have been considering teacher certification.

 

Etsy favorites. Another wish list type link I forgot to include in the questionnaire.

 

Italy. The hubby and I are absolutely obsessed with Italy. We spent our honeymoon there, and hope to live there someday. Tuscany in particular is our favorite place in the world.

 

Q&A

Have you had much experience with tea? If so, what kind of teas do you like the most? Black, herbal, green, white, oolong, chai, etc...... Would you be interested in sampling a lot of new teas?

I love tea, and would be very interested in trying new teas. I really like all kinds of teas. Black, white and oolong are my top three favorites.

 

Etsy wishlist? http://www.etsy.com/favorite_listings_publ...p;ref=favorites

 

What new scents from the update are calling your name?

Berry Moon is a must have. And the tee. Aperotos Eros and Whoso List to Hunt sound interesting. I'd like to try those and the Mad Tea Party scents at some point. Berry Moon is the real critical one for me.

 

Do you play any musical instruments? Which ones? If not, are there any you'd like to learn? What styles of music do you play, and are you interested in learning any different style?

Nope. I am not musically inclined.

 

What's your favorite vacation spot?

Italy. Ok, that's my favorite spot, period. So to give a different answer for my dear witch's sanity I also love the woods or the beach.

 

There is another Ebay update from Puddin. What appeals to you there?

Monster Bait: Underpants, MVJBA Spring Training, Pink Phoenix and The Ecstatsy of Passion are all wants. But the eBay prices tend to get up there quickly, dear witch, so just take that as a guideline if you happen to have a decant you don't love lying about or something like that.

 

Comedy? I love British comedy. Crazy about Eddie Izzard. I am not a fan of Sacha Baron Cohen and his ilk.

 

What are your thoughts on J.R.R. Tolkein?

Tolkein is love. I've read the Lord of the Rings and would like to read more.

 

If you answered that you would like recipes, are there any national or ethnic cuisines you prefer or don't prefer?

I love ethnic cuisines and eat a lot of them. The hubby and I are especially fond of Indian and Thai. We're also crazy about Ethiopian, but don't have any recipes or any idea how to cook it for ourselves.

 

Do you like musicals? What have you seen? What do you want to see? Any you'd like to own?

I am extremely picky about musicals, and would say that in general, I'm not a big fan. However, there are some I dearly love. Love Sweeney Todd, for example. I just saw Repo! The Genetic opera, and am completely in love with it. Got it on Blu-ray from Netflix and the hubby and I have watched it four times in the past week. I'd love to have my own copy. I would also like to see Wicked (which I think is a musical? not sure, but I enjoyed the book).

 

Do you mind receiving partials, imps, full bottles, sniffies of oils from BPAL and other companies?

Um.... no. I definitely do not mind that. Not one teeny, tiny little bit.

 

What styles of jewelry do you like? Bold and funky? Delicate and dainty? Short necklaces, long ones, chokers? Bracelets or anklets?

For necklaces, I like more delicate and dainty things, or something cool on a cord, like those pretty glass pieces with the glittery swirls and such. I like chokers and short things (around 16 inches or so). I would kind of like to try mixing it up with some long necklaces of the pretty, dainty variety. I'm not crazy about sort of mid-length necklaces, though. I have gauged ears (00g), as well as regular ear piercings, and like plugs in natural materials like polished wood, stones, bone, etc. I do like bracelets and anklets, of varying kinds. I currently have a leather cuff with a Celtic knotwork design that a wear a lot, and I love it. Wouldn't mind having more similar things.

 

Have you read anything by China Mieville, Neil Gaiman or Charles de Lint? If so, what? Like/dislike...?? other than books/cds/dvds are there any "things" that you collect or symbols which you have an affinity for? If you were buying or making a witch gift for yourself, what would YOU buy/make?

Book stuff: I love love love love love Neil Gaiman, and anything Gaiman related. I have Sandman posters, action figures, watches, a set of postcards and a clock. I have a cute little Neil Rat resin figure by Lisa Snellings, and two Gaiman lockets, and am gradually working my way through trying all the BPAL Gaiman scents. So yeah, um... that kind of thing would be very welcome. I haven't read much Mieville or de Lint.

 

Other things/symbols: I play Magic (yes I am a huge geek) and other games, and I kind of collect pretty dice. 20-sided dice are my favorites, and can be found in all sorts of pretty colors and such (marble-looking ones, glittery ones, etc.). As my witch already knows, I also have an affinity for Bastet (I consider her my patron goddess).

 

If I were witching me: If my bank statement is any indication, I witch myself fairly often. Let's see... If I were witching me, I would make or buy me bath & beauty related stuff (which I just can't seem to get enough of). Chocolate is always love. I would make or buy me some sort of steampunk-related jewelry (which I've been lusting after on etsy and haven't got around to finding materials to make myself something). Possibly some puzzle books. I love logic puzzles.

 

What are your favorite Yankee Candle scents?

I love that one that smells like cake (I think it's Buttercream). I am generally down with just about any scent that smells like baked goods or other foodie stuff. Fruit scents are great. I'm not crazy about things that are supposed to smell like "air on a midsummer night" or that kind of thing.

 

Does my witchee like hats, a floppy summer sun hat or something more stylish? Would you like a hand knit cap or hat?

I love hats!

 

What are you happiest about (besides SW)? What makes you feel good this summer? Any Summer?

The things I'm happest about: that I have a fantastic husband, wonderful snuggly cats and dog, that my business is managing to stay afloat in the current economy. I'm not much of a summer person, to be honest (I hate hot weather), but the things that make me feel good in summer are: sitting on the porch with a glass of wine, my hubby, the dog and the cats who are allowed out; taking the dog to the lake to swim; and going to our local farmer's markets.

 

What kind of shopper are you? Do you make a budget? Planner, or compulsive? Do you like to buy what's new, special offers, only the usual?

It depends. Sometimes I set a budget for a particular thing I need to buy (for example, when I needed to find a dress to wear to a friend's wedding but didn't want to spend a lot on it). Other times I'm pretty impulsive and/or compulsive (as my massive perfume collection illustrates ).

 

Is anyone else having trouble getting motivated to do the things your supposed to do?

Yep. The hubby and I worked very hard the past couple of weeks to get a massive project finished and launched on time, and we did it.... and now I'm just feeling burned out and blah. Looking forward to a 3-day weekend.

 

If you are a dog lover, or gigantic dog nerd like I am, would you like any breed-related items from this site? If so, which breed(s)?

Zomg, can I get some love for the labs? Labs are the sweetest dogs ever (I have a chocolate).

 

A witch wants to cheer you up. What are we cheering you up from? In other words, what are the most pressing problems you're facing right now?

Money, as ever, is my most pressing problem right now. The hubby and I have a small business, and keeping up with taxes and our work and household bills is very hard. It seems like we're always behind. I sometimes have trouble sleeping for worrying about it, much as I try to tell myself that keeping myself up worrying about it is anything but helpful.

 

Do you like coffee and/or wine?

Oh, yes. I am a HUGE wine nerd, and love love love coffee too.

 

What are your thought on World Market?

I love it! I wish we had one where I live.

 

Who out there is equally challenged and would appreciate icons/banners as witchy gifts?

Not challenged. Actually, I make my living designing and building websites. However, if anyone needs that kind of thing for a witchee, I'd be glad to lend a hand.

 

Are there any etailers you haven't tried yet but would like to be enabled (e.g., a company you haven't tried but would like recommendations from your witch, based on your likes and dislikes)?

I would like to try some things from Violette Market, Nocturne Alchemy and Blooddrop, but have never got around to giving them a try (aside from one really nice frimp from Nocturne Alchemy that someone sent me last year).

 

With all this talk of chocolate, do you prefer milk or dark?

I love both.

 

Lip balms: yay or nay? Is there a particular kind you prefer?

Definite yay. I don't really have a preference.

 

Hannibal?

The general? Sure! Serial killer? Read it.

 

If your witch goes to Convergence (or is bestest friends with someone, same thing), is there anything you'd love to have?

Anything with notes I like would be super nice!

 

What of the summer update (Egyptian, Lawn Ornaments, etc.) appeals most to you?

Nonae Caprotina, St. John's Eve, and The Feast for the Greatly Revered Ones

 

What is your favorite classic fairy tale or children's story?

Little Red Riding Hood

 

Do you have an electric stove, and would you like a bowl and tarts to use the residual heat (and for extra safety)?

I do, but since our kitchen is downstairs and we don't spend much time there (it's really cold), it would kind of be wasted on me.

 

For those candy loving witchees. Are there any 3 that u love and would like more of?

Earth & Sky chocolates, Vosges Barcelona Bar and Mo's Bacon Bar

 

And, are there any 3 that u just cannot stand and would not like any of?

Almond Joy, Mounds, and any kind of cherry cordials

 

Are you freaking out over any of the discontinued scents, dear fellow Witches?

Nah.

 

What kind of mythology are you interested in?

Egyptian, Celtic, and Hindu are really interesting to me.

 

Puddin' posts ebay sales of older stuff every now and then - what of the current lot are you dying for?

In order of lust: Bakeneko, Bah, Hellion and The Phoenix.

 

The internet makes stalking 2000000000000000 times easier than it ever has been. Do you tweet?

http://twitter.com/cammycat

 

Do you like coconut (to eat)?

Only in small quantities or specific instances. Example: I love those little toasted coconut donuts, but I loathe Mounds and Almond Joy bars. I'm pretty picky/weird about coconut.

 

Do you wear makeup or nail polish? Need brushes, containers, storage, mani/pedi supplies? What colors and brands do you like?

Yes! As I'm sure my witch can tell from my Kaboodle profile & lists, I do love the makeup. (I don't slather it on, but I believe in variety, and I love to have plenty of colors to choose from.) Favorite brands, colors, etc. should be there. I could use brushes and mani/pedi stuff (I could really use something to smooth my heels and the stupid calluses I get from lifting weights).

 

Do you like shiney hanging porch decorations like windchimes or those things that spin and swirl in the wind?

I love windchimes!

 

Hair adornments?

Sure!

 

Which flavors are you interested to try from the Chocolate Research Facility?

Let me first say I'd like to beat the designer of that website. "Chocolate" melting down the screen so you have to constantly refresh to keep reading? FAIL.

 

Ahem. Professional criticism aside, oooooh! *drool* I would like to try:

Hazelnut Gianduja, Sichuan Pepper, Mint, White Sesame, Black Sesame, Coffee with Nescafe Powder, Cardamom with Almond Milk, Lemongrass, Rose Petal, Strawberry with Dried Strawberry, and anything from the Alcohol, Tea, or Coffee Series

 

What are your favorite websites (besides this one, and the online shops you listed in your questionnaire)?

Pure Felinity

Draynwing's Cat House - most. awesome. timesink. ever.

textsfromlastnight.com

WildEarth.TV

icanhascheezburger.com

Dragon Cave

 

We have so many talented witches and they really need to promote themselves more so, if you made something by hand for a previous witchee or have an etsy store or some other outlet for hand made goods, will you post it here with pictures or links? Or, if you want to brag on a previous witch's talent, this is the place for that as well.

I have to brag on the awesome Alianthe (whom I don't believe is playing this round) and her knitting skillz. She knitted me the prettiest pair of gaming gloves (i.e. armwarmers) and a matching dice bag for winter round. The pictures do not do them justice.

 

I make jewelry and bookmarks, but sadly don't have any photos of them. I just keep giving stuff away before it ever makes it to etsy. I made a couple of things for my witchee last round that I thought were nice, but she didn't post pics. So yeah. Note to self: take pictures of things!

 

If you could make your perfect scent (or at least most desired at the moment!) what would be in it?

Hmmm. Tough call. I would love to have something that is as sexy as Snake Oil, but a lighter scent for summer. I don't know if that's very helpful at all.

 

So I have a question for the witchees, and hopefully mine will answer as well...In trying to decide what to fix for dinner, I thought that I've received some great recipes from friends (particularly the culinary mastermind that is scotchgrrl). I also have a few great recipes of my own. So would anyone like to receive some original, or very much loved recipes from his/her witch?

That would be great.

 

List things you DO NOT need any more of:

Technically, I don't need anymore shower gels.... but I won't turn my nose up at them, either! (Sssh! Don't tell my husband I said that last part!)

 

What do you like to snack on?

Jerky (particularly buffalo jerky, yum!), smoked almonds, edamame, hummous, cheese, fruit, and chips & salsa are favorites.

 

Is there something that would offend you if you received it in your mail/gift/email)? (as in profanity, a bad words in an email/card/music ... or a card or something with a scantily dressed man/woman pictured on it, crude/immature humor tshirts, etc ...)

I'm pretty difficult to offend.

 

Are there any phobias you have that you absolutely, positively, do NOT want anything from your witch referencing?

Unless my witch can somehow gift me enclosed spaces, I think I'll be fine.

 

What is your favorite latin or faux latiny phrase?

Sic semper tyrannis (I'm a Virginia girl).

 

Are you a candles person, incense person, or just a BPTP spritzer for room scents?

Any of the above.

 

Who is your favorite artist? What are some of your favorite pieces of their work?

Gustav Klimt - my favorite is The Kiss

Brom - His Angel of Destruction piece (for a Magic card) is one of my favorites; I also LOVE his book The Plucker.

Rebecca Guay - Anything, really. She's fantastic.

Charles Vess - I love pretty much everything he's done

Ursula Vernon - Again, just about anything

My friend Julie Armbruster - my favorite is a pentic piece she did for me in exchange for helping her with her website. Really fabulous.

 

What is the color scheme you use most when you decorate?

Jewel tones.

 

If you have music or DVD's on your wishlist, do you mind getting a burned copy? How about if it is original packaging but previously used? Or do you only want it new?

Burned or used copies are fine with me.

 

Is your abode a palace covered in fur, a disaster area ,or a neat freaks delight?

It's lovely if we have company coming over. Otherwise (as I'm sure my witch can guess) it's covered in fur.

 

How are you doing for BPAL storage? Need any boxes?

I really need bottle storage. I bought one of Eros' lovely coffin shelves around the time I started collecting last year, and I've totally outgrown it already.

 

Is there any place you've visited where you feel like you left your heart there?

Tuscany. I'm also deeply in love with the Pacific Northwest, particularly Oregon.

 

What one item would you just love to have that is made by a Switch Witch?

I can't choose just ONE! Honestly, I would be thrilled to have anything made by any of the talented witches in this forum. I did notice that syrenemyst has some LOVELY jewelry on etsy as well as gorgeous boxes, tho....

 

Are you interested in Tarot or Tarot art?

Yes. I have two gorgeous decks - the Revelations Tarot that the fabulous SeaMonkey sent me during the Halloween round, and the Vertigo Tarot that I ordered recently. I'm still learning to read Tarot, and would love any sort of reference links, advice, etc. my witch could send, if he/she is into that as well.

 

What would you think of soap samples/shampoo bar samples? (I believe the latter can be used as soap if you are not shampoo bar inclined). Or other sample sized bath/beauty products, for that matter?

Bring 'em on.

 

What about burnables as in candles, tarts and/or incense?

I have a lot of incense, but am low on candles, which I love. Scented candles are great, but I also need some unscented candles in different colors, for anointing with TAL oils. I'm having a hard time finding some.

 

Old books? You bet! I am a fiend for books.

 

Do you want to know when you have something coming in the mail, or would you rather it be a complete surprise?

I would like to know, so I can stalk.

 

And part 2.. What's your mailbox situation?

My mailbox isn't very large (which is why I like to know, so I can be home around the time we usually get mail and keep any packages from sitting on the porch all day).

 

What kind of a car do you drive and would you want something you could use in your car? Rear view mirror charms, steering wheel covers (a new thing for the knitters), car blessing medicine bags...

I drive a black 2008 Subaru WRX. It is the most fantastic car ever. I love it. Car stuff would totally be cool.

 

Who knits? Do you also spin and dye? What supplies, that you wouldn't buy for yourself, would you just love to have for that activity?

I've just started learning, so not yet. Just trying to master the basics.

 

What are your favorite animals? Or, what animals resonate strongly with you?

This will probably come as no great surprise to anyone, but cats! All cats. Housecats, big cats, you name it. Wolves and foxes also very strongly resonate with me. Those are probably the animals with which I identify most strongly. I'm an animal lover in general, though.

 

Do you like coffee? Whole bean or ground? Bold/Medium/Mild roast?

God, yes. Whole bean, medium or bold roast. We actually roast our own, or we did until our roaster died! Sent it in for repairs and it came back still broken. At some point, we are going to replace it. But anyway, yeah, I love coffee.

 

Are there any other knitted goods you might like? Lap blanket? Fingerless gloves? Arm warmers? Little knitted animals? Silk scarf? Head band? Wrist cuff? Dish clothes?

Yes. All of the above. Especially fingerless gloves and arm warmers. And little knitted animals. And silk scarves.

 

Are there any kinds of books you collect?

I collect comics and also signed & numbered limited editions of various books I like. (In fact, I've been meaning to make a list, take pics, etc. for insurance purposes.) I have books by Poppy Z. Brite, Caitlin Kiernan, Neil Gaiman and Jim Butcher currently.

 

What are your favorite materials? Or material things? Some people like jewelry, some like woods, some plants...

Silver, paper, leather, velvet, wood, stone.

 

Are you obsessed with honey? If so, is there a particular kind you like best? Spun honey, flavored honeys, certain types of honey.... etc.

I really like honey, but I haven't exactly gotten into it, in terms of trying out different kinds and figuring out what I like, etc. I would not mind being enabled here.

 

Is there anything you've been wanting to learn that your witch might be able to help you with?

I'm still working on learning to knit from winter round.

 

Beer?

Although I am complete wine nerd I also love beer. I love dark beers (stouts, porters and the like) and Belgians (but not the Delirium beers; am not a fan). I'm also a big fan of ambers (Abita Amber is love!). I'm not so crazy about IPAs and other super hoppy beers.

 

(Note to my witch: Although my home address is in Tennessee, where alcohol cannot be shipped, I work in Virginia, where it can be shipped. Just sayin.)

 

Chips?

I love love love salt & vinegar chips. And anything spicy.

 

What scent are you wearing right now, if any?

Snake Oil

 

What socially respsonsible site would you recommend to ALL Witches?

I'm a huge fan of Best Friends Animal Society (bestfriends.org). They're the animal rescue group that fought to save and rehabilitate the Michael Vick dogs (they have a show called Dogtown on the National Geographic channel). They do amazing work.

 

Good books recently read?

I'm currently rereading George R.R. Martin's Song of Ice and Fire series.

 

Does your feline like catnip?

They loooooove it.

 

Salt soap bars (soap made with a large quantity of salt, like salt-scrub-in-a-bar)?

That would be awesome!

 

How would you feel about homemade jelly/jam from home-grown berries?

Yum!

 

Homemade dill pickles? Made from cukes, beans, snap peas, baby zucchini?

Sure, sounds good.

 

Would my future witchee like to receive steampunk style jewelry?

I would die of squee.

 

Tea. How do you feel about it? I love tea. I am especially eager to try the Supernatural and Buffy signature blends here: https://www.adagio.com/pages/customer_profi...userId=169170BA

 

What is your favorite anime, or if you don't like that what is your favorite animated series?

It would be hard to choose one. I love Vampire Hunter D, Witch Hunter Robin, Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, The Cat Returns, Princess Mononoke.... I'm sure there are others I'm forgetting right now. I love anime.

 

Based on Prior Carnivale act prototypes...which one are you truly excited about?

I've liked a lot of what I tried from Act IV, but honestly, I haven't tried much from Carnivale. Would love to try more.

 

Would it bother you if you are not the first person to receive the same gift? Imagine a Witch who always sends her favourite book, for example.

Nope, wouldn't bother me a bit. Sometimes a good gift is a good gift.

 

Pets: What do you have, and do they need/want anything?

I have 9 cats and a chocolate lab. They are always happy to receive toys and such. The pup likes treats, but I have yet to find a cat treat (other than, ya know, stuff from my plate) that they'll eat.

 

Oh, and Brightcat could use a new collar. His was apparently damaged and fell off somewhere in his recent accident. His old collar was the black pirate collar here, which I really loved and would someday like to replace.

 

Does anyone play video games? What platform(s)? Are there any new or vintage games you would like?

More than I probably should! I have a PS3, PSP and my computer. I would love a copy of Spore (PC), Silent Hill: Shattered Memories (PSP), Dissidia Final Fantasy (PSP), or Silent Hill: Homecoming (PS3). (Dear my witch: games can be expensive, so please, please only consider them if you can find them used!)

 

Twilight fans, would you be interested in any products from this Etsy seller? Nah.

 

Are you in need of decanting supplies, wand caps, or other scent-related paraphernalia?

I could really use some pipettes and those little plastic baggies. I can always use more wand caps.

 

Are there any single notes (likely non bpal) that anyone is dying to have/try?

Any singles of my favorite notes would be welcome. I'm not dying for them, tho.

 

Netflix or the like gift subscriptions? A month of Netflix vs a DvD?

I have a Netflix account, sure! A free month would be great.

 

Adorable Japanese characters?

I love Totoro, the cat from The Cat Returns... any japanese cat type character. I'm also a huge, huge fan of Tokidoki (which is actually Italian, but Japanese-inspired).

 

My fiance sent me an early dvd rip of Coraline that he was given (pretty sure it's not been released yet, but I sometimes have a hard time keeping up) and I was wondering if anyone would like a copy of it?

That would be awesome!

 

Do you collect dolls or miniatures? What kind? Do you like to get new clothes or items for them?

Not really. Now that I think about it, I don't have any yet, but I'm kind of obsessed with endlesswhimsy's adorable little cat sculptures on etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5225991

 

If you were to make a seasonal mix CD for this summer, what would you name it?

Summer Thunder (sounds dumb, I know, but we have been deluged with thunderstorms where I live this summer).

 

Ok, for all you shower people, would you like Bpal scented soap? I'm out of soap stuff right now, but if I can get any anytime soon, would that be something that you'd like? Or how about Bpal scented massage bars or solid scrub bars?

Oooh, that would be really nice. I'm especially fond of scrub bars.

 

Is there a program you might have missed or show you love which is gone from the airwaves which might be found (or burned) for you by a Witch?

Alias! Also Farscape. Ooh! Or Star Trek:TNG.

 

Would you like any recycle/upcycle supplies for your crafting?

Sure

 

Do you play any online games, like World of Warcraft? If so, what server do you play on, what's your character's name, etc.?

I play WoW. My server is Lightninghoof, and my main character is a level 80 Warlock named Deadcam (note: sometimes my hubby is playing my character).

 

Would anyone like bath bombs or bath melts scented with one of their favorite Bpal scents?

Yes, please!

 

Would you like homemade cinnamon buns or sticky buns?

Yes, but they might not ship well in the summer, since I live in the south.

 

Is there anyone here that likes Hello Kitty or any other Sanrio Characters?

I love Chococat.

 

How many potential witchees have an iPod, or download MP3s?

Me me me! I have an 80g video ipod that I keep all my music on and swap out any movies, tv shows, etc. that I want to watch, and a purple 16g nano that I take to the gym. (Yes, I do realize having two is kinda spoiled and ridiculous, but the 80g is a bit heavy to work out with, and I couldn't find an arm band for it anyway.)

 

Are there any of the BPTP bath oils you adore (particularly ones that you cannot get anymore). What about the room sprays?

Bath Oils: I LOVE Boadicea. L'Autunno and The Winter Maiden are my other current favorites. I actually haven't tried any of the general catalog bath oils, but would like to.

Room Sprays: Snow White and Bonfire Night are my favorites that I've tried so far. Again, I haven't tried any GC room sprays, but Cathouse, Saloon #10 and Okiya seem really nice.

 

How would you feel about an ultra-girlie shawl or wrap in summer-weight (lace)?

Holy crap, those are gorgeous! I would love something like that.

 

What would you think of hand-dyed items?

That would be neat.

 

So, I hear you don't like lacy wraps! How do you feel about hand-knit socks?

I'm a bit weird about socks. I really only wear them to the gym, or occasionally with boots or something like that. So super nice hand-knit ones would be kinda lost on me.

 

What kinds of crafts does everyone either enjoy making or enjoy getting? Do you have a certain type of handmade item that you love to collect? Socks, boxes, jewelry, dolls etc?

I like to make jewelry and bookmarks.

I love getting things like handmade armwarmers, hats, gloves (accessories, I guess) and jewelry. And food. Well, pretty much anything would be neat. I wouldn't say that I collect any specific handmade item. At least, not that I can think of at the moment.

 

Clearly, vegans are not into soaps with honey or milk, etc. But, if you're NOT a vegan how would you feel about soaps made with emu oil? Squicked out/concerned about animal cruelty, or willing to try them?

I'd be ok with it as long as the source was using the whole emu, not just killing them for oil, and raising them humanely.