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9/15/10 How do you feek about silly, funny knick-knack, dollar store stuff, stickers, magnets etc? Would you like receiving that kind of stuff or rather not? Rather not Is there a specific book you've been wanting to get but haven't found the time or the opportunity to? Oh, so many! American Gods and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo come to mind. Do you read mangas/watch animes? Which ones? Do you have a particular favourite? Would you like to receive managas or anything related to them? Probably not Are you open to receiving things that are not on your wishlist, maybe something your Witch thinks you might like? Sure! I have not really started exploring many other perfume etailers, and I bet there are some out there that I would love! I suspect many of Possetts blends that have notes I like would be big hits with me. If you have something on a wishlist that we could craft INSTEAD of buying, though it might not end up identical to the wishlist thing, would it be okay to craft it instead? Obviously we don't want to copy anyone else's design, but if we can replicate the flavour or intent that you like without stepping on toes? Sure! OK, I know that lots of folks love socks. Do you have a preference of length? Materials? Patterns? I like crew cut socks that are warm and comfy that I can wear with casual shoes. I also like some knee socks. Usually darker colors (blues, blacks, browns), but occasionally something fun and bright! 9/14/10 Chocolate or other types of candy? I like chocolate. I'm not an EXTREME chocolate fanatic, but find I like the really really bitter ones, or the sweet milky ones best. For tea drinkers, do you prefer loose leaf or tea bags? Both are good! I love tea! If you would enjoy something of a knitted persuasion, do you have a preference on type of thing? Since making a scarf for someone who has 10 might be a smidge excessive? Also, how do people feel about shawls? I can always use scarfs or mittens. I'm not too sure I need a shawl. Is there a TV, movie or literary character that you are a lot alike, or would like to be alike? I'm almost embarrassed to admit this, but Bridget Jones (I like the character a lot, not that I'm very much like her). Also Kay Scarpetta (for the other extreme!). Is there anything you need for your kitchen, ie measuring cups, spoons, grater, ect? I could use a really nice wire whisk, not too big. And a nice stainless steel slotted spoon. Music, DO you prefer Live or Studio? Edited or explicit? I like both live or studio, and don't require any editing. If you are an animal lover, is there a specific type/breed that you love most? I do love animals; cats, dogs, and cows! Also flowers and plants- If you like flowers/plants, do you have a favorite(s)? Way too many! But I am really fond of bee balm and daffodils. Do you have a favorite quotation? Song lyric? Book passage? WhateverthehecktheycalltheanonymousregionalwisdomthingiePROVERB! that word. Not really... What is a bpal scent that you've been dying to try for awhile but just can't find? (A scent where even a tester would do): Hearth Let's say, hypothetically speaking, that you have some children/spawn (1 or more), and, hypothetically speaking, your witch would like to spoil them a little but knows nothing of kids these days. What do they like or dislike? Also is there anything a (sane) adult might think they would like that you don't think is appropriate for whatever reason? (I'm thinking of things like temp tattoos, make up, things that make noise, or anything else that might be bad for non-obvious reasons.) Sadly, no children in my life. Is there anything you would like that can be delivered over the internet? Things like fanfic recs, cat macros, mp3s you are looking for, how-to or amusing videos, things like that? Maybe mp3s; I have some music listed in my Amazon.com wishlist. I really like Christmas music of all kinds, and am interested in Celtic music and virtually none in my collection. What would your last meal be if it could be anything in the world (sky is the limit, drinks too, the whole shebang) I'm gonna have to think on this. Pizza, bacon, cheesecake, a really perfect peach, a really good Maibock, cheese of many kinds, chocolate bread pudding with heavy cream, and a really tasty salad. NaNoWriMo? huh? 9/13/10 Do you crave many Ecards and contact or are you okay with little contact from your Witch? Either is fine! Do you have a place where you list all the BPAL you have or have tried? I've tried to do this on Scentbase, but currently have given this up. Do you like maple sugar candy? I LOVE this!!! What is your position on the chocolate & bacon flavor combination? I think this is an antisynergistic combination. I love them both alone, though! If you are a tea-drinker do you need a tea-cozie for your pot? Nope! Go to your spice cabinet, what are the three most used spices? Spices and not herbs? Black pepper, cinnamon, cayenne. Microsoft or Apple? Apple! Where was your last vacation? What did you like most? England. Being hosted by some really wonderful people who showed me a wonderful time. Would you appreciate receiving handwritten letters and/or postcards (anonymous or not)? How about sending them? These are nice, but I probably don't appreciate these things as much as I should. Do you hate any food things with a passion?? Mushrooms, although I have been known to eat a morel or drizzle truffle oil on risotto. Would you be opposed to receiving a digital version (via email) of a magazine you like but don't subscribe to...you know, in the interest of saving a tree? Honestly, I don't know if I read a digital version .

9/13/10 what interests you from the latest lab update? Dawn: Maiden and Dawn: Mother How do you feel about stationery, like nice pens or notepaper? And if you're in favor, do you prefer classic/contemporary or cutesy stuff? Probably not too interested.. Would you like homemade preserves (e.g. marinated vegies, pickled onions, chilli jam?) The chili jam or marinated veggies could be good, but I don't use much of these things. If you've got stuff on your BPAL wishlist, would partial bottles be okay? Yes! Would you like something you have to make yourself? Maybe? Say you were my witchee, and I found things on your wishlist that I could totally make. Would you want me to make it? Or would you rather it be purchased for you? I would love a handmade gift, but I have no big preference. Who is your favorite soap etailer? Villainess or Lush! Haven't tried any others, but am willing to try. I like strongly scented soaps. What about vintage decoration items, teacups, etc etc? Probably not too into this. With regards to your gifts, would you prefer your presents' awesomeness evenly spread out (several packages of pretty terrific things) over the round or a slow build-up of awesomeness (going up from pretty cool things to something super-duper cool at the end) to go out with a bang? Do you have a preference? No huge preference, except prefer to have some things along the way. What kind of make-up do you wear? What colors? Is there anything you'd like to try but haven't yet? I wear lots of different things. I like colored lip gloses in pinks and purples, maybe a nice coral. Who would be on your top 5 (IE famous people you’d date/have relations with ) Hmmm... 9/12/10 Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to go to last.fm immediately and create an account! Download the scrobbler! Link us to your account! If you reject this assignment, maybe just tell us what your mp3 player says you listen to a lot? Jayhawks, Squeeze, Crowded House, Cake Any countries you're interested in? England, Scandanavia Would you enjoy homemade bath products (bath salts, fizzies, etc.) and/or linen sprays? Esp. if scented with some of your favorite BPAL scents? Yes to bath salts and fizzies! Especially if scented! If you witch made you something and it didn't come out just right, would you still want it? Probably. I'm guessing she/he will be more critical than me! Are you a foodie? Yes!!! Any sports fans in the house? What's your favorite sport/team/player? Not really. For holidays, do you decorate? Would you like decorative stuff, weenie or otherwise? If so, do you lean towards the elegant, the crafty/folksy, or the more, erm, campy? I do decorate, especially for Halloween! I like it all! Probably a slight preference for the crafty/folksy and elegant. Do you like journals/notebooks/sketchbooks? I probably wouldn't use. 9/11/10 Cake truffles? If YES! Cake/icing/chocolate type? Not sure what they are but they sound good! are you interested in mini bottles(under 100ml for hand luggage) of bath and body products? Sure! Vampire shows, literature, etc? Yay or nay? Not so much. If you play console video games, what game systems do you have and what games would you love to have? I do play adventure games on a PC. How do you all feel about flowers and plants? Flower and plant seeds? Drawings of flowers or plants? Pressed flowers? Love flowers and plants and seeds! I live in zone 4. How do you feel about marzipan? mmmmmm! If you could have 3 BPAL bottles fall (gently) out of the sky right this second that you've been looking for or pining for - which 3 would they be? Midway, Lump of Coal, and Spanked. Or Hearth, John Barleycorn, and Quincy Morris. Or Playing with a Loaded Gun, Gypsy Queen, or Storyville! I cannot decide! Are there any international treats that you love and have a hard time finding? I do like dandelion and burdock soda or candies that come from England. Is there anything from the 'Ween BPTP update that you would like but haven't ordered for yourself? I'm intrigued by Slaugh and Ginger Skulls. Will there be t-shirts? I'm a fan of the "tissue" ts. If you are a crafter, would you like to receive supplies from your witch (beads, fabric, yarn/roving etc?) Probably not. Find your iPod (or other MP3 device), put it on shuffle/random. What are the first five songs to come up? Standing at the Burial Ground by Mississippi Fred McDowell O Holy Night by Fred Waring and the Pennsylvanians In the Flesh by Blondie Up So Close by Cake The Queen's Treble by The Baltimore Consort Soundtracks you'd like? The Sound of Music If you could see one concert right now, who would it be? Squeeze, even though I just saw them a few months ago

This one is gorgeous!!! It is a beautiful blend. The rose is not that noticeable yet. The lavender is there, but it is subtle. It is sweet, dark, and while there is a very slight fruitiness to it, it doesn't dominate. Feminine, romantic, and utterly lovely.

9/10/10 Would you like a bag of dried Honeycrisp apples? Yes, very much. I love honeycrisp apples fresh, so I know i would love them dried also! If you were to receive a knitted item (such as a scarf, hat, etc), what colors would you like? And do you have any sensitivies/allergies to any materials? Dark colors like black, or wild mixes (my usual winter coat is kind of a pink/purple color, although I have an old black one too). No sensitivities that I know of. Gift Certificate: physical or email? No preference. 9/9/10 What movie scared the bejeezus out of you as a child? Rosemary's Baby Name a couple of sites you frequent other than this one. Facebook, LinkedIn, and my email provider are the top three other than this one. Sad, I know! But I like cooking sites and homebrew sites and gardening sites. Do you like the Muppets? Which is your favorite? I feel lame to admit that I am not really into the Muppets. But it is the truth. If you could have any creature (real or imaginary) as a pet, what would it be? A little calf that never grows up. Comfort Rereads?: A Little Princess or The Secret Garden. Also Here Be Dragons (Sharon Kay Penman) and Wideacre Will you be going out of town during the round, or is there any other time during the round when it would not be ideal for you to receive a package from your witch? I will be out of town around October 11-15, but it shouldn't interfere with me getting packages. If you are in school now, what classes are you taking? Does anything you are currently studying really interest you? (if you are not in school, is there anything you are trying to learn?) I've been out of school since 1992, although I did take a science writing course last semester that I enjoyed. I would like to learn more about cheese making, using/growing herbs, eating wild plants, and learning to play the recorder better. And to make oboe reeds better! What animal would your daemon be? Alternately, your patronus. Not sure? What's YOUR favorite word? Not sure on this one either! Steampunk, yay or nay? If yay, what part appeals most? Yay. I'm not sure; it's not something I'm into, but I like science and history and the general steampunk look, even if it not really "me".

9/8/10 Do you have a special symbol or totem that is meaningful to you? No, but I enjoy alchemical symbols Do you need a box for your bpal bottles? Your imps? Your something else to put in a box stuff? I could definitely use a box for my bottles... I have small boxes for imps already, but have run out of room in the box I'm using for bottles. If you could be any person, being, or animal from Fantasy what or who would you be? I'm going to have to think about this. If you could go back to any point in time, where, when, why? I love the idea of medieval England. Or anytime between 500 and 1500, England. Favorite Halloween Candy/Treat? I adore candy corn!!! 9/7/10 Socks? Sock Dreams? Anyone? I love socks of any kind. I'm sure I would like those from Sock Dreams. What is something you use to comfort yourself when feeling yucky, depressed, or in pain? A nice bubble bath, a good book to lose myself in, and nicely scented candles. Favorite Halloween/Scary movies/books The original Halloween (John Carpenter). Early Stephen King novels, like The Shining (I have most of these, though). And really bad older spooky movies, especially those that involve haunted houses and European settings (bad dubbing is just fine!). What would the name of your custom blend be? The description? I think I answered this earlier in the original questionnaire. It would have vanilla, tobacco, maybe some rose, incense, amber, honey. It might be called... Lady in Rose? COMIC BOOKS. Do you read them? Are there any series you like, or some you would like to try? I went to my first comic book convention recently (to acquire BPAL) and ended up purchasing some comic books. I have not read them yet though . I think the Neil Gaiman Sandman stuff might be interesting though. Warm drinks? Yes, please! Teas, especially! 9/6/10 When you go to an etsy wishlist, it will tell you what things are sold. If you click on the sold item, sometimes it will give options that are similar to what was sold, but not identical, would you like the similar item or prefer not to get it at all unless it's the same item? How picky are you? Not that picky. Do you wear make up? Yes. Disney movies, Yay or Nay, and favourites if you do like them? I feel un-American to say this, but probably nay. I do love Snow White, but I have that already. Do you have A VCR, DVD Player or Blue Ray or a combo of the three? DVD player Would you like custom icons as a gift? Oh, yes! 9/5/10 What is your favourite snack food, something you could grab any time? Chips and salsa... or cashews Ebooks: real books! Nail Polish: yes; pink shades Soft/plushy things: I think I have enough of these already What hobby/craft would you like to learn how to do? I'm interested in punch needle embroidery and making wines/beers from wild fruits/plants (I have done a little of this already). Also cheese making. For those who decorate for Halloween, do you prefer cute decorations or creepy ones?: I decorate! I like both; perhaps a preference for cute or classic seasonal (i.e., pumpkins, leaves) Also, as part of the cute-or-creepy question, would you want hand made, molded, glazed (by yours truly!) ceramic decorations (napkin rings, potporri/tart warmers, etc) to add to your stock? Sure! how do you feel about mortars and pestles? I have one and love it! Is there anything you have a phobia of, or that would make you go "squick" if you saw it in a package? Not that I can think of. 9/4/10 Are you into Austen's books? Yes! Do you read Tarot cards? If not, would you be interested? No, probably not. So for those of you who are into Harry Potter at all, which house do you think you'd be sorted into? Sadly, not enough into HP to say! What, if anything, is your guilty TV watching pleasure? Gossip Girl (but don't tell anyone!) If you cosplay or need a costume for your bellydance/burlesque hobby (or any other hobby which needs dressup/different from your normal wear), is there anything you need/want for it? NA Celebrity crush?: James May at the moment Knitted things?: Yes! I live in a fairly cold climate and like to snowshoe, etc. in the winter, so hats, scarfs, mittens, etc. are great. What about [mixed or otherwise] DVDs? Sure! DVDs: Do you prefer widescreen or formatted? No preference. Music: Any preference towards MP3 or CD? Nope, both are good. A CD mix would be wonderful! Do you like scented tarts? Love 'em! Lip balms? Love 'em! Do you have any body mods? If so, do you need any new jewelry, o-rings, plugs, etc (and if so, what size, length, etc)? Do you like pro-body mod stickers? I don't think so. Booze. Do you drink it, would you like some? I do enjoy it. What is your favorite artist or art style? (including if you have links to favorite pictures/paintings/photographs) I like folk art and also a fan of Frank Lloyd Wright. 9/03/10 Hallowe'en plans? I always host a pumpkin carving party each year. Mix CDs? Love 'em! Girlyness level? Pretty girly, although my husband says I am not . 9/02/10 Baked goods: Sure! Gifts for other household members: Sure! My husband loves anything related to Minneapolis Moline Tractors, and my cat and two dogs always love treats. Are you someone who'd rather have lots of small testers of different things on your wishlist, or would you rather have one or two "big" things? I'm easy to please; either is fine. social networking usernames, ie twitter, facebook, livejournal, ravelry, anything else: wendy bedale on FB would you like to receive Groupons or similar deals/gift certificates from your Witch?: Probably not. How about tshirt/bottoms sizes? XL in both

Thanks to GypsyRoseRed and her Bat's Day sniffing circle I was able to experience Rivet.Goth. Sadly, this is probably one of my least favorite BPAL oils ever. As someone else commented, it smelled like... fertilizer! Or moldy leather? I had to wash it off immediately. It does smell like the inside of a garage, but not in a good way to me. But at least I got to try it!

I wasn't too excited about this one, but ordered this in a decant circle because I ordered all the other Moths and didn't want this one to feel left out. And I know from experience that sometimes the scents that don't thrill by the list of notes end up being wins. On me it is fruity, sweet; mostly pear and lime. I get a hint of carnation and a little tea blast initially, but now after about 15 minutes it is mostly a nice sweet fruity light green scent. Its fruitiness reminds me a bit of Autumn Moon of the Mirror Stand. Actually, I am really liking this one!!!! I will wear a few more times, but it might be bottle worthy!!!

This is nice! It smells like a dusty sweet cocoa to me. I don't get much mint at all, and it is a little foody but not over the top. The cedar is fairly restrained, although if I think about pencil shavings, I can smell them in this. I'm glad I got to try this one.

On me, Sed Non Satiata smells a LOT like Devil's Night 09.

Thanks for all of the wonderful suggestions! I agree that Alice falls into this category too, and it is one that I like a lot. Three Brides, I cannot believe I forgot about that one! There are a lot of recommended ones that I have tried and love but didn't think of in this category, but will have to try again now. Et Lux Fuit, Haloes, Queen Alice, The Little Wooden Doll, Kubla Khan, Inez, Two Five Seven, Lyonnesse, Echo, and Antique Lace. And there a number on my current wish list that were recommended: Chrysanthemum Moon, L'Estate, Zarita, Lamia, Lady Lilith. Red Lantern was too carmel-ly when I tried it the first time, but perhaps I should give it another go. I'm especially excited to learn of some that someone have missed my radar screen until now! Bathsheba is one I definitely need to try! Strangler Fig, Pannychis, Victoria, and so many more! Thanks so much for all of the suggestions!

I agree, this is for jasmine lovers. It reminds me a lot of Lush's Flying Fox.

Thankfully I didn't get a mice-like or musty smell form this. At first application it was a pleasant, herbal-tinged O. Now after about half an hour it smells nearly identical to O on me, maybe a little "cleaner" or fresher than O. Nice!

Yellow Jessamine honey on me is a dead ringer for Lush's Flying Fox.

This one was not a hit. My husband tried it on, and he said it smelled exactly like the herbicide 2-4-D. To me it smelled like mildew. I could perhaps smell a little leather, but that was it. I won't be wearing this one, I'm afraid!

I got a decant of this from Glasspillars's decant circle (along with some pop rocks, how appropriate!). I ordered this one mostly for its name, as one of my earliest childhood memories was this event (the moon landing). This is a very interesting blend. I definitely can appreciate the "inhaled Dr. Pepper" comparison! And the dusty museum and ice cream bar! What great analogies! My first thoughts were that it reminded me a bit of Ultraviolet. My husband thought it smelled like baby powder. It's slightly sweet, and quite powdery and smooth on me. I do like it, but am not sure I would wear it much, sadly, as it is giving me a slight headache. I will try again when it is a better time of the month.

It pays to go through those frimps that you THINK you have tested but cannot remember for sure. You don't want to miss something really good! I've vowed to go through them all again and really pay attention this time! So Vixen was up today. It might be my early morning nose, but Vixen smells a lot like a slightly less sweet, more patchouli-ey version of Snake Oil, which I love! So I am really enjoying Vixen, too!

Initially, after first applying to my arm, it smelled like honey and ... citrus! With maybe something warm and rich and plant based... olive oil? This was before I read what the notes were supposed to be (it was a kind frimp from the lab). I honestly get no wine from this. After a little while it is warm and dusty and calming. I didn't think I would like this initially, but it is growing on me.

Initially, this smelled very fresh, almost aquatic, and quite masculine, like something my Dad would wear. I added it to the pile of imps that I delegate to my husband. Now it is smelling very clean, like some kind of deodorant soap (Safeguard?), but in a nice way. I may have to sneak it back for myself! I can imagine wearing it on a hot summer day, just after a shower, after working all day outside.

This was a generous frimp from the lab (thanks!!!!!). My first impression was pine, and a dusty, incense-like scent. I didn't realize initially that there was cinnamon in it. My husband thought it smelled slightly aquatic at first, although I'm not really getting that. It reminds me just a little of Golden Priapus. I definitely understand the Christmas potpourri comparisons. But in a good way! I like this. Not sure I need a bottle, but will definitely use my imp again!

Oh, this is nicer than I expected! It does smell quite a bit to me like SweeTarts? Smarties (the American ones, not the chocolate ones), at least at first. Now it smells very fruity... mangoes? A little bit tart. Refreshing and sweet! I think this will be very nice to wear on a very hot day.

Bordello.

I thought I was losing my mind when I opened my bottle of the resurrected version today and thought it smelled like... Lamb's Wool! Thank you, AmandaKay, for convincing me I am not crazy. I have a decant of an older version of Black Lace that I adore. The resurrected version is nice, but very different. It's got a little fruitiness to it, which is nice, but not what I expected. I do get some tobacco, almost a cherry tobacco. I am liking it more and more the longer I wear it. We'll see how it ages!

Yes, at least the flowering tobacco that I grow is in the genus Nicotiana , and it smells fabulous. I need to find some Smoky Moon!

I received this as a frimp from the lab (thanks!!!), and was excited to try it. On me, I smell mainly roses, with a hint of cloves/carnation? I usually like all of these components, and this is a nice scent, but not something that I will be slathering myself with on a regular basis. Note added later: it reminds me a little of Black Phoenix, which I really like. I don't get any almond from #20 Love Oil, though, which I usually do with Black Phoenix. Still on the fence with this one.

My latest BPAL convert: my 4-year old nephew, thanks to El Dia de los Reys. He smelled me wearing this, and was instantly in love. He asked me every five minutes for a sniff. Then I put some on him, and he could not stop smelling his wrist. He says he is not going to wash that wrist, ever! I think my decant is going to end up in his Christmas stocking.