11/5/13:

If your Witch were to create a cookbook of recipes she thought you'd like, would you be interested in that sort of thing? And if so, what sort of recipes would you be interested in?

I’m pretty sure that the asker of this question is not my Witch! About the only type of recipes I would use are cocktail recipes.

 

10/31/13:

Are there any GC scents that you love, but for whatever reason, you keep putting off buying bottles of?

Not really. After a round of discontinuations a few years ago I made a point of getting back-up bottles of all my favourites, and I try to throw a bottle of my beloved Dorian in every few orders or so to help ensure that I never run out. One GC that does spring to mind is Mouse Circus. I want to try a decant of it to see if I’d like it enough to buy a bottle, but I’ve just never gotten around to actually purchasing a decant yet.

 

10/30/13:

Do you want to be an early accepter or would you prefer your reveal later in the swap, say maybe closer to the deadline?

Whichever my Witch prefers! I know that I personally will be revealing late in the swap, as I am perpetually slow and will go right up to the deadline. So if my Witch wants to match my speed, later is the way to go, but really, whatever works best for my Witch is fine by me!

 

10/29/13:

Is there anything you would like from the Blooddrop Halloween update?

Hmmm, it looks like it’s heavy on the pumpkin and apple scents, which aren’t really my thing, but there were a few things that looked interesting: the Bath Truffles in Black currant & tea leaves and Devil girl; the Chai tea perfume; and maybe the Candied yams or Toffee perfume. The Tabac perfume looks intriguing, but I’m sure a small half- or quarter-decant size would satisfy my curiousity.

 

Do you prefer to receive whole coffee beans or ground? Also, if you like flavoured blends, what sort of flavours? (caramels, nuts, chocolate, etc.)

Sorry, I don’t drink coffee.

 

How do you feel about robots?

I don’t really give them much thought. I like cute robots, and I’ve seen a robot tea infuser on Amazon that I think is kind of neat.

 

10/28/13:

Are you interested in anything from the Haus of Gloi yule update on November 3rd? Which products and which scents?

No, thank you.

 

If I made fairy, dragon or butterfly wing earrings, would you wear them? If so, which would you prefer?

I don’t wear earrings, but I thought JazzieCazzie’s idea about a single wing as a pendant instead was pretty good. If you did that, I’d like a dragon wing best.

 

How do you feel about nail polish? If you like it, are there any brands or colors in which you are interested?

Love it! I’ll wear pretty much any brand, and I’m a sucker for holos and duo- and multi-chromes. I also like sparkly and foil-y colours, and colours with fine glitter (not so much the chunky stuff). I prefer shiny finishes to cream finishes, but exceptions can always be made for the right shade.

 

What about makeup? What brands do you prefer and which products would you most enjoy receiving?

Love makeup also, but really don’t need any more. I’m pretty well stocked up, and most of the things I’d like are more expensive than I’d expect to get from someone. I love eyeliners and eyeshadows best, so if you have any unloved samples sitting around that you’d like to get rid of, I’d be happy to welcome them into my home!

 

Your feelings on Adagio teas: If you've never had anything from them, would you be open to trying them? If you HAVE had them and like them, name some favorites blends.

I haven’t had them, but I’d be open to trying them. I noticed that Dixiehellcat mentioned Supernatural-themed teas, so I’ll definitely have to take a look at the Adagio website and check those out!

 

Do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library?

I like them all right, but I haven’t played in decades (we’re talking back in the days of Texas Instruments computer games), so I don’t really see myself getting back into them.

 

Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of.

Midway or Midway Resurrected; Temple Viper; and Lyonesse.

 

Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer?

I have, but glycerin soaps aren't really my thing, and I don't use lotion much at all, so despite the fact that the presentation is pretty, I've not been tempted by them.

 

Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow?

I have the space, but not the motivation. I have a fairly thriving crop of peppermint and lemon thyme in one part of my yard, but that’s about it. If it’s something that can be planted and then ignored for years and still continue to grow, it has a chance, but I’m definitely not a gardener.

 

Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for?

Yay! Amazon or Barnes & Noble are always good, Etsy would be amazing (but unless they’ve changed things since the last time I checked, the denominations start too high), and gift cards to JoAnn’s, Michael’s, Sephora, or Ulta would also be nice and definitely get used.

 

Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ?

I wish!

 

Name five small things you could use, but might not think to get for yourself?

This is hard, because usually when I think of things I could use, I write them down and pick them up sooner or later. Here’s a start, and if I think of any other things I’ll come back and add them.

1. small flashdrive

2. nail clippers

3. tweezers

4. audio cassette player cleaning kit

5.

 

Is there anything from a farmer's market you might like?

Beeswax candles, homemade baked goods or candies, or maple syrup. If your farmer’s market also has little handmade crafty stuff, that could be good too, and I always like trying new handmade soaps.

 

10/25/13:

Do you have any upcoming away time I should be aware of, for shipping purposes?

Nope!

 

Would you like anything from Sock Dreams?

Probably, but I haven’t looked lately. If I can find the time, I’ll try to take a look and update here.

 

10/24/13:

Is there anything in the Miskatonic Valley Philharmonic update that you're interested in?

I’d like to try a bit of Und Wir Dachten der Toten and Totentanz the most, and La Lugubre Gondola second most.

 

Is there anything my mom's etsy shop that you're interested in?

The glitter bats bag! The colored upcycled bunny feed bag is cute too, but probably not something that I would use. But cute bunny!

 

10/23/13:

Are you okay with semi-spicy foods right now? I'm thinking like curry or chipotle? If you were to choose a chili powder would you go Hot, Medium, or Mild?

I’m ok with semi-spicy in salsa or curry, but I don’t eat chili or chipotle at all, and about the only time I eat curry is when I buy curry buns from the Japanese market.

 

If you were this mystery witch's witchee, would you be interested in Spoonfudge (http://www.spoonfudge.com/) or any other such "ordered online" sweet?

Absolutely! Even better than Spoonfudge would just be regular old fudge, but I would definitely be happy to give Spoonfudge a try. I don’t say no to sweets!

 

Also - Double checking everyone's baked goods status. Home-made baked goods or other food stuffs OK?

Absolutely! I don’t bake more than once or twice a year myself, so I’m thrilled to pieces to get homemade treats!

 

Is there anything you'd like from Lush, witchee?

No, thank you.

 

If you like earrings, what kind? Dangly earrings, hoops, studs - what kind do you like? How long do you like your necklaces? Or would you prefer to just get a pendent, so you can size the chain yourself?

I don’t wear earrings. I usually wear a 14” or 16” chain with my pendents, so that’s probably a good length for necklaces as well. I have both gold and silver chains in various lengths, so just a pendent would be just fine as well.

 

If I were your witch and were to paint you something, what would you absolutely love, what would you feel ambivalent toward, and what would you not like to see or receive?

Something with bats or sea monsters would be on the love side, as would a simple, clean pattern or design of some kind. Anything distorted or abstract would be more on the not like side.

 

10/21/13:

Are there any craft project/s you are working on now that you need supplies for? Or rather, is there a craft project you've been wanting to do but need stuff to start?

The only crafts I’m working on at the moment are cross-stitch and card-making. I think I’m set for cross-stitch supplies; for card-making, cute or pretty paper and rubber stamps always come in handy. Halloween designs would be especially welcomed, as would anything with bats, bunnies, maneki neko / lucky cats, or Hello Kitty.

 

What do you think of hair sticks? Would you like a set?

I’m not really skilled enough to use them, plus I’m guessing they’d probably slip right out of my hair like most other hair accessories. Also, I’m really looking forward to getting my hair cut to just below the chin next month, so I guess no hair sticks for me.

 

Is there anything you'd really like to have/try from Trader Joe's, or any other popular-but-not-available-everywhere store?

I have a Trader Joe’s nearby, but they seem to no longer be stocking the delicious crunchy black and white rice rolls that I loved. If your store still has a box or two on the shelves, I’d love to have them!

 

Would you rather have something fun or practical?

Probably fun, but if it’s cute AND practical, then either way.

 

Witchee, would you like a set of Cards Against Humanity?

No, thank you.

 

10/20/13:

Table Games - do you play them? If so, which ones, and which versions, and are there any goodies you might like related to them?

Not nearly as often as I’d like, because I really don’t have anyone to play with. I recently bought Elder Sign because the box said you just needed one person to play, but I haven’t sat down and played it yet. So I guess my answer to this one may as well be no, although not for lack of interest.

 

Witchee, are you in need of any particular spices?

I neither cook nor bake, so no need for spices.

 

10/19/13:

If you were my witchee, would you be interested in anything from my store or something similar? (Nut-made by LisaNut on etsy.)

I like the rainbow knitted scarf, but I already have a ton of scarves, and I almost never wear scarves, so I guess not.

 

Say your witch works at a used bookstore. what kinds of things might you like from there? cool old pulp fiction paperbacks? tarot cards? (we have those.) a dr who pen? books about haunted cemeteries in seattle? you may have all of these things:) oh, and also movies. and cds.

All those things sound cool, but especially the pulp fiction paperbacks. And if your store has any of the old Three Investigators detective books cheap, I’d love to re-read them and save them for my nephew to read some day. I was reminded of them recently and decided to borrow some from the library, only to discover that they no longer have any!

 

Witchee, the Haunt Halloween update goes live tomorrow! When it does, please post right away and let me know your dreams and wishes!

Sorry, I’m slow and it’s already long over.

 

I've got some canned goods put up -- mostly jams/jellies, some apple butter, some applesauce. Want some? If so, what kind(s)?

No, thank you. I love the idea of homemade canned goods, but in reality, I rarely use jams or jellies and I don’t eat applesauce or apple butter.

 

How feel you about lip balms, glosses, and lipsticks? Any particular favourite scents/flavours? Any favourite makers/sellers?

Love lip balms! I’m always looking for the best cherry or sour cherry lip balm, but I’m open to most other scents/flavours too. I recently got a Bite Me! black cherry lip balm made by Lippincott Soap Co. on Etsy from Dominique in a swap, and I really liked it, so I’d be interested in trying some of their other flavours. Bubblegum; Black Cat; Mermaid; Zombie Love; Gingerbread Man; Chai Tea; and Vanilla Mint all sound good, and I’m sure that other companies probably have similar flavours.

 

Since wishlist links never seem to work in forum mail, won't you please re-post your wishlist links here, so they're readable?

They’re all in my sig.

 

10/18/13:

Are you a fan of anything that you would like a tshirt of? If so, what size would you wear?

Not really.

 

Do you love, hate, or are indifferent to.....pumpkin flavored things?

I would say hate, except that I do like pumpkin muffins and pumpkin beer. And pumpkin spice doughnuts. So I guess hate’s not the right choice, but I certainly don’t go seeking out pumpkin flavoured things (except pumpkin beer, because I’m on a quest to try as many as I can find!).

 

Dear future Witchee, did you get anything from the Beaver Moon or Weenie updates that I need to know about, so I don't accidentally repeat anything?

I haven’t gotten anything, and I have no plans to do so any time soon.

 

Name some DVDs you wouldnt mind receiving, or are they on an Amazon list?

They’re all on my Amazon list.

 

Do you want anything from Starbucks or Teavana? Tea, tea makers, rock sugar, tea tins, coffee, via, via refreshers, mugs, tazo tea...?

Maybe a cute tea tin or rock sugar?

 

10/17/13:

Halloween Candy, Decorations, and Costume supplies - What kind are your idea of FUN and which ones would you thoroughly dislike?

Most of the standard snack size bars are fun, and I have a special love for Reese’s peanut butter pumpkins and caramel apple candy corn. I usually try to buy a bag of SweeTarts or Pixie Stix or something for trick-or-treaters who can’t have chocolate, and I’m always delighted when I have leftovers of those for me to enjoy. Decoration-wise, pretty much anything with a bat on it is love. I like most decorations, except the ones with a flattened witch or bat that you’re supposed to hang on the outside of your house like they crashed into it. I don’t really do costumes for Halloween anymore, but Halloween-themed temporary tattoos or accent stickers for nails (just the little stickers you put on top of polish, not the full polish wraps) are fun.

 

WHAT traditions to you partake in for Halloween? Knowing what you do our how you decorate or how you celebrate?

I try to get out as many of the Halloween decorations as possible, but usually end up waiting too long and rushing to get up just a few before the trick-or-treaters arrive. (And then I leave them up for another month or so…..) I like to read some Poe and watch some old horror movies (the ones with Vincent Price, Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, Peter Lorre, Bela Lugosi, Boris Karloff, etc.). This year I’m going to my parents’ for an early pizza dinner with them, my brother and sister-in-law and little nephew, my sister-in-law’s dad, and at least one old family friend, then I’ll head back to my house to hand out candy.

 

10/16/13:

Hey, Witchee, it's getting cold. Socks, scarves, hats or arm warmers?

Socks and fingerless gloves/mittens are always welcome!