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Surprisingly, I think this is my favorite of the Yule blends so far. I've been having bad luck, so I wasn't holding out much hope for this one (esp. since it has plum, violet, and berry), but....I loooove it!!! At first it is a very juicy scent with the other notes hanging out behind it (which is fine, I love orange), but then the orange fades and I get this wonderful coconut violet blend (which sounds odd, but is actually very pretty). For a little while it's very subtle and then it really blossoms and I can begin to pick out the other notes, but it's all very well blended and balanced. I will definitely be ordering a bottle for this spring/summer.

This smells *awesome* in the imp. Fruity and bright smelling with just a hint of florals. On my skin though? It smells like one of those candles we used to put in the bathroom. So so sad.

This doesn't smell anything like Egg Nog Latte , sadly (I looove it so). On me this smells like spiked cappucino with something slightly sour. I don't like it, though my husband seems to.

Chocolate plum musk, red musk, amaretto, candied fruits, and red ginger. So I'm wondering if this is one of those scents where decants don't always work well if the bottle wasn't rolled enough first, because I get absolutely no chocolate from this at all. It's mostly red musk, plum, and the candied fruits. It's actually quite pretty, just not really my style. I'm glad I tried it though!

Not surprising, though I'm still sad, this went straight to rose soap/dish detergent on me. I have to accept the fact that I just can't wear any "snow" scents.

So sad. I was most looking forward to trying this one out of all my decants because I really really wanted mint. But no, it goes right to soap and some sort of strange linen smell. I can catch a tease of mint now and then, but that's it. I also get a medicinal note, which isn't bad. It does have a cold feeling to it though, which fits. It's just not for me.

Oooh, this is very nice! It's an interesting mix of sweetness (an pretty mix of some sort of fruit and light floral), saltiness, woods, and a hint of non-soapy green. It reminds me so much of something that I can't quite place, but it's definitely happy. I normally hate florals, but whatever the note is smells just beautiful and lively. I'm not sure it's me since I normally prefer more incense/musk type blends (or coconut LOL), but if you like fresh, summery blends, you have to try this!

Love this! It smells like one of the Lick It blends, minus the peppermint.

Wow, this is some scent. It mostlt leather and smoke, with a bit of sweetness in the background. This is definitely not a demure or delicate scent. As it dries the leather calm down a bit and the vanilla comes out more and it's more balanced. On me, it reminds me of a female version of Sacrifice. I really, really like this and need to get a bottle asap.

This is a very pretty, light, clean scent. Much different than I expected, but still pretty. It's somewhat dry and dusty, with a touch of sweetness. It's not really something I would wear very often since it's a bit more perfumey than I generally like, but I'm still glad I got to try it.

This is yet another surprising one for me. I get mostly a deep aquatic with a hint of something dark like incense. It's actually more masculine than I expected, but very nice. I'm not sure how often I will wear it, but I'll keep the decant. I'm also curious to see how it smells on dh.

Ok, so this seems to be another 'Weenie that ended up not at all how I was expecting. I expected something darker and a bit dirtier, but it's actually a very sweet, soft, clean scent. If what I'm smelling is heliotrope, I need to add it to my favorite notes. After sniffing it for a little while I realize what it reminds me of...Love's Baby Soft, but better! I am definitely keeping my decant and if I can manage to swap for a bottle, I'll be happy.

Wow. This is not at all what I was expecting and I like it! I was really worried about the almond since it usually goes rank on me and makes me ill, but the almond in this behaves and is barely there. I get mostly a sweet cake scent with just a hint of spice. I'm also smelling the rose, but it's wafting in and out and I really like it! I hope maybe I can swap for a bottle.

In the decant it smells just like jello when you're mixing it up. Wet it's a very sweet, fresh cherry soaked in booze. As it dries it becomes tarter and more Kool-Aid smelling. I actually like it a lot more than expected, but probably won't wear it much so I'll just (happily) keep my decant. ETA: Spoke too soon. Now it's turning slightly sour and waxy. Oh well. At least I have one cherry scent I can wear (Hideous Heart).

I like it in the decant. It smells sweet and foody and just yummy. On my skin it smells rank and plastic with a little ass thrown in. I have no idea what happened, but I don't like it. Must. Wash. Off.

On me this smells a lot like Hellhound, without the sometimes sharp, slightly medicinal note. It's not exact, but definitely in the same family (at least on me). Love it and definitely need a bottle!

Normally I'm not a big fan of cherry and at first this did have me worried (smelled like cough syrup), but once on it dried down to to a spicy, sweet almost candy scent, but not quite. Very interesting and somehow a bit evil smelling, if that makes any sense. When dh smelled he said "Ooooh! I LIKE it!" and sniffed again. It's a keeper! LOL. I'm not sure how often I will wear it, but I can see it being a nice pick-me-up scent this fall/winter when I need something different from my musk/foody/spice cool weather scents.

So as much as I wish I could wear aquatics, I usually can't and it saddens me. This though I really really like! It doesn't turn into soap, air freshener, or cologne on me. It's watery with a touch of sweetness and salt, blended with some smooth woods. This is an aquatic I can wear without worrying that I smell like a bathroom scent or a mens cologne. I can't keep my nose away from my wrist. I am so happy I picked up a bottle tonight at the Poe event.

Anything on my Amazon wishlist (even if it's been on there for a looong time, are things I have not purchased. I do not expect my witch to purchase anything on my wishlist, it just gives an idea of what I like (and keeps track of things I would one day like to order). http://amzn.com/w/3F0132MYIB7XS Sock Dreams wishlist: http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/QBNELTIXAOD0/ref=cm_wl_rlist_go I also just signed up for Pinterest. My name on there is MsFortuneTeller http://pinterest.com/msfortuneteller/ 2011 Halloween Switch Witch Questions: the Lab on eBay? I haven't even looked. VApothecary? Graver Raver! Lunacy Update? Beaver Moon and Loi Krathong sound amazing, but I don't want my witch to feel like I want her/him to order anything for me. Just sharing my excitement. Witchee, would you like anything from this particular Haunt update? Not really. Who's interested in Halloween: Montreal? No thank you. It sounded good until the frosty air and pumpkin. You get a package in the mail containing 3 things you have really wanted more than anything else you've mentioned so far in this thread. (they are all reasonably priced of course! ~$20 or less apiece). What are they? These socks. This awesome Doctor Who scarf. A skull & hibiscus flower coil bracelet from this shop. How do you feel about hemp? jewelry, soap, etc? It's fine. I like hemp anklets. Possets update: Not big on Possets. Describe your sense of humor. Dark and dirty. Sometimes silly. #occupywallstreet? Sounds absolutely wonderful! Reveal? I would like my witch to reveal, but it's really up to him/her. Like commercial socks? Of course. Is anyone interested in reading The Night Circus? I'm on the waitlist for it at the library. I have a not-so-secret love for The Broship of the Rings. Are there any prints from her store you'd like? No thank you, not really my thing. Who here likes Stephanie Pui-Min Law's artwork? I do. I would like to get her tarot set one day. Do you drink wine? Nope, don't drink. Witches, did you lament NOT getting one of the condom case/imp cases that got released with the courtesan series??? Yes, sadly. If you were to go here and create your very own chocolate bar, what might it have in it? Dark chocolate with crushed peppermint and ground coffee. Maybe with junior mints also. I am also very curious about what dark choc. and lavender would taste like. Maybe with some peppermint as well (I obviously like mint ). Do you have any bedtime rituals? Is there any particular product you have to apply or a certain shirt you wear or an act you perform to get you in the "bedtime" mood? Not much. I wash my face, put my face lotion on, put on my Jack Black lavender lip balm, and try to read something fluffy (like a star trek book ) . I have sleep issues so it tends to take me forever to fall alseep, if I do at all. What are you wearing right now? Let's see. Light orange and hot pink striped capris pj pants, a sesame street tshirt that says "All my homies are from the streets", and a glowing crystal cube necklace. Oh, and my glow in the dark, glittery skeleton hand barrettes. I just got back from Busch Gardens HowlOScream and I couldn't wait to put on my comfy clothes. I am exhausted. And I was so excited today! I have actually lost a bit of weight and today found out I could fit into 2 skirts I couldn't fit into last month. I still have a long way to go, but I have lost quite a bit already (compared to where I was a few years ago) so I'm getting there. Is there anything you like or would like to try from Bath & Body Works? I'm not fond of most of their body stuff, but I do like their scented plug-ins. I can always use refills for the ones I have (nothing too foody, sweet, or pine scented, but I do like spice scents). What about little wee creatures for your desk or mantel, like this? Cute, though really not my style. So, are there any online gaming witchees who covet purchasable in-game items or other gamer-y stuff? (yup, geek question) Not my thing. What is your favorite coffee blend at Starbucks? If you don't have one, what is your favorite roast of coffee? When I have a choice, I prefer not to get Starbucks. I'll drink it if there is no other choice (never been inside one though, they just have it at Busch Gardens). Anyone doing anything cool for Mabon (or the start of fall, if you aren't pagan?) Sadly, not this year. I just noticed that Cocoa Pink has 5 ml Perfume Atomizers. Yay or nay? Scents you would like? Scents you would NOT like? Never tried Cocoa Pink before, but I'm open to trying new things. Nothing too foody. If they have a nice lily scent, I'd like to try it. Question: Do you like tarts? tealights? jar candles votives? I do, but living so close to a Yankee Candle flagship store means we have a ton. I do like the refills for Bath and Body Works plug ins though and we can always use more. Question: What's your favorite flavor? Sour, sweet, bitter, salty? Sweet and salty (sometimes together, sometimes not). Would you be interested in getting a gently used BPAL tshirt from your Witch? Sure! What are the feelings on arm warmers? Color, style, texture, length? Love them, though I knit my own and have gone a little nuts lately. What's your favorite horror movie? Omg, I couldn't narrow it down. There are so many sub-genres. I love stuff like Army of Darkness, Evil Dead, Dead Alive, Ed and His Dead Mother, Jack Frost, Killer Klowns from Outer Space, etc. (aka: B & C horror/ horror comedies, though Evil Dead (both) and Army of Darkness are really in a class of their own). Also, Shaun of the Dead, Zombieland, etc (aka: more well known horror/zombie comedies). Then there are the straight up zombie horror movies that I love: Dawn/Day/Land of the Dead, 28 Days/Weeks Later, etc. And can't forget the teen (or not) slasher/straight up blood/or just freaky as hell movies: Scream (all of them), Friday the 13th, Halloween, Nightmare on Elm Street, 2000 Maniacs, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Urban Legend, Phantasm, Hellraiser, Wolf Creek (one of the few movies to give me the creeps), House on Haunted Hill, 13 Ghosts... I could really go on and on, esp. when it comes to zombie movies (we even have a Support Zombies ribbon magnet on our car) but many of the ones we've seen are pretty out there. I think we've just about run out of zombie movies on netflix. lol If your witch was the practical type and wanted to include one or more of your everyday essentials, what would those include? I'm talking about the bath products, lotions, face lotions, teas, food, etc that you really use every day. Coffee (decaf and regular), tea (any, I use it for both hot and cold tea), Jack black lip balm (the lavender and lemon ones are my favorites), and then of course stuff like toothpaste and shampoo/conditioner. Jane Austen? Eh. Witchee, have you made (or are you planning to make) any Lab or Trading post orders soon? And if you did (or plan to), you should share what you're getting Nope, not planning on any orders. Arcana Weenies? Reign in Hell and Hobbedy's Lantern Perfume Oil sound really interesting. Since the previous question about "what would you buy from the Lab if you had unlimited funds, etc" left WAY too much to the imagination with no limitations (my answer was pretty much BUY ALL THE THINGS!), what would you do if you found a $50 bill on the ground and a nagging voice in the back of your mind told you that you HAD to spend it on BPAL or else face Death. Also, say they had free shipping (LOL) so don't factor that in. What would you get? And spend it all! Or as close to $50 as you can get. May I kick in $10? Then I would get: La Calavera Catrina, Ghosts in Love, and Mictecacihuatl. If I had to pick 2, then Catrina and Mictecacihuatl. Name your 3 favorite types/flavors of tea 1.I tried a coconut chai one time that I loved and can't find again. 2. Rooibos or Green Tea (any flavor but peach, though my favorite is mint) 3. Flowering tea (any) 2. Name your 3 favorite scents for candles Have a good week! 1. Cinnamon (or something along those lines) 2. Patchouli 3. Mint Is there anyone here who likes toe socks? You know, those socks with a place for each toe? Not usually (the sensation of the fabric between my toes drives me up the wall). Would you like any ecotools makeup brushes? They're kinda one of my favorite things ever, and they're animal-friendly and the handles are bamboo. And to top it all off, they work really well for applying makeup. I'm good on makeup brushes. Do you like Legos? Especially mini-fig key chains, Lego block keychains, small Lego sets, etc? No thank you. Do you like Star Trek? Original TV series, films, spinoff series, etc? Favorite characters? Oh, definitely! I prefer the orginal series and TNG. I loooove me some Spock and Picard the best, as well as Bones (which happens to be my snake's name lol) and Kirk. But Spock is my favorite (Leonard Nimoy Spock). I do not like the newest movie though, even though I did like the cast. Pumpkin scented things? Usually no. Many pumpkin scents make me queasy. If it's heavier on the spice though it might be ok. Do you wear t-shirts? Are there particular things you like on them? Would you like one designed by your Witch? And, if you don't mind saying, what size t-shirt do you wear? I love tshirts and live in them, though I'm really picky on fit. I tend to wear women's large or sometimes xl depending on the fit, but I am starting to lose weight so I'm between sizes. Has anyone else heard of or does anyone else love Glamourkin? Kinda pretty, but not really my style. And I really don't like things made from cut up books, I'm sorry. Are you more prone to order out or cook at home? Would you be interested in cookbooks, kitchen utensils, and the like? If so, anything specific? I hate cooking. With a passion. Seriously. But dh likes to cook. We are probably set when it comes to cookbooks though and utensils. How do you feel about maple syrup? It's ok but I never eat it. I have a few things that I do every Switch Witch round, would you find that boring and unoriginal? NO! It would be fun to be part of the tradition. (: Do you like beef jerkey? Um...no. Anyone love Buffy/Angel? Like Buffy (at least, before she got whiney), love Angel. Not fangirl level though. Do you like or racier ecards from time to time and do you need to be warned if something may be not safe to open at work? Racy cards are welcome, just warn me so I don't open them in front of the kids. Creepy threshhold? We prefer creepy over cute, gore is fine depending on what it is. Just no spiders because that is the one thing my youngest is scared of. Piercings? I have stretched lobes (0g), an industrial, and both nostrils pierced (all my others have been retired). I am very picky with the jewelry for my industrial and nose, so nothing for those please. I can wear regular earrings in my earrings (though my earskins) as long as they are hook ones or hoops. I have a question. I have a couple spare Doctor Who stickers. If my witchee is a fan, would they like a couple Doctor Who stickers in their package? Oh my, yes. Star Wars? Star Wars-no (though I enjoy the original 3, the others sucks). How would you feel about receiving a Groupon deal for something in your local area? If there is anything you WOULDN'T like, mention that also. Probably not since it's a hit or miss when we can actually do stuff due to dh's schedule and not having a sitter. Do you want anything from lush? I haven't tried a whole lot from Lush so I can't say what I like and don't like, but I'm open to trying things. Would you be interested in a handmade bookmark? Sure, if it's paper. (: Do you blog? Would you like a header for your blog, a layout, etc? I don't blog. When you're miserably sick (*sniffle, cough!*) what are the things that comfort you the most? My soft fleece Halloween blanket, a comfy sweater/hoodie, some chocolate, mint tea, cold soda, a good book, and some horror movies, all while cuddling with dh on the couch. What constitutes ultimate luxury to you? (go crazy!) ? need to think about this. What do you really NOT want? Food (candy is ok though), candles, scented lotion (have so much already), cooking stuff, makeup (I have quite a bit)...other than that, I can't really think of anything. How about little bottles of booze? Ya wanna? What kind? No thank you, I don't drink. What are your views on fudge and brownies? (Also, if you live in a warm place, where the fudge might melt, that'd be helpful to know. Or, if you're diabetic and fudge is death, that'd be useful to know, too.) No thank you. I rarely eat that now as I'm trying very hard to lose weight again. Also, what about mochi? Love it, hate it, baffled by it? I have no idea what it is...off to google.... Um, please no. If you knew me, you would understand. Does anyone like kimchi? I don't think I've ever had it? Would you be interested in a sample box(from somewhere like Birchbox or loosebutton)? I tried Birchbox and cancelled it (which was a nightmare), so probably not unless there was a yarn one. Paintbox Soapworks - anything you're interested in, in general or from the latest update? I've never tried anything from there, so sure! Do you guys have any sports that you follow obsessively? How about favorite teams and/or athletes Dh is a lifelong Eagles fan and had converted me, but with the whole Vick thing I'm pissed. So I would say...no. How do you feel about notebooks/journals/stationery? Anything you need or particularly like? I don't have any real use for stationary and I have quite a few unused journals. I do like the notebooks that come with a pen and the color changes as you write. I think it's meant for kids, but I like it. Fabulous witches and witchees, perhaps you all could note of you've received MeiLin's goodies? Or if you want? I think I missed something, because I'm not sure what this question is about? BPTP update? I'm open to trying decants of anything. Not the hair glosses though since they contain silicones. You have to place a Lab and Trading Post order. Right fuckin' now. No spending limits. What do you buy? BPTP: A pair or 2 (or all ) of the socks, Morocco bath oil, and another locket (either the Clocket or Goldfish). Lab: GRR, more Lustration, more Fit of Artistic Enthusiasm, more Snake Oil, and perhaps some Halloween bottles. TAL: Energy, Money, Bastet's Laughter, and Healing. How do you feel about stuffed animals/plushies/general soft, cuddly things? If you like them, what kind of animals would you be interested in? Not usually, though there is a Spock stuffed toy and an Adipose plushie from Think Geek that I like. lol Glitter? In nail polish, sure. Just random bits of glitter? No thank you. How would you feel about kitchen towels and other similar household objects, if they are pretty or a souvenir? We have a ton, really. How did you dress up for your last party or compulsory-formal-dress occasion? It has been years since I've had to dress up. Witchee, would you be interested in having a special tea cup/coffee mug/glass to drink out of? Sure! If you're a tea drinker, is there any specific tea you would like to receive, not just the kind/flavor but also the type/packing--i.e., tea bags, loose tea, compressed, etc? Would you be interested in a felted handbag? Do any of these styles appeal to you? http://tinyurl.com/3o2epzl Yes! #'s 4, 6, 12, 15 And omg, ellebelle! Her photos are gorgeous. I see so many I would love to have. These I think are a few of my favorites: http://www.flickr.co...157594259684629 http://www.flickr.co...157594259684629 http://www.flickr.com/photos/lissaphoto/5406565458/in/set-72157625949307636 http://www.flickr.co...157600215732275 Would you like to receive e-books? And if so, in what format? I have an Amazon Kindle application on my tablet so that I can read ebooks, but I usually still prefer physical books. I'm cheap and only get the free ebooks since I can often times pick up books cheaper (or for the same price) as the ebook version. If you have kids, would you be interested in getting things for them? And if so, what are they interested and what sizes are the wearing now? Sure. They like stickers, pencils, little notebooks, pins, etc. Anyone like anything in particular from Think Geek? I actually have a few things from there on my amazon universal wishlist. I love Think Geek. (: Beads! Do you use them? Would you want some? What sorts of beads do you like? Nope, don't use them and they would just get lost or put in someone's mouth. How do you like your chocolate? For example with nuts, mint, peanut butter, caramel? Dark and/or with mint. Or raspberry. Or orange. What are your top three "I want to try them but I think I'll never get to try them" (or, "I've tried them and I want moar moar moar, but I don't think I'll ever get any") scents/bath oils/sprays? Umm..Tal Tyche's Kiss, Temple of the Ghede, and Eleggua. What are your favorite types of Halloween candy? Candy Corn, but it has to Brach's. I'm picky. lol Do you prefer soap or shower gel? Probably soap. Scent-wise, I love mint, but really I'm a lot less picky went it comes to soaps than perfumes, so just about anything. I am fond of the thrift. Do you mind lightly used goods? Please be specific! For books and stuff like that, sure. I have issues though when it comes to stuff like hats, shoes, socks, stuff like that. Would you like to receive a mix-CD from your Witch? Sure! Just please lmk who the artists are. Any witchee's with a ravelry account have any favourited patterns that cost money that would be a welcome gift? I don't have any yet, but if I find some I will definitely add them to my wishlist. Are you interested in anything from the Villainess Bad Apples update? Sadly, no. Are you going away for any part of this round? Nope. Witchee, do you have any symbols or totems that have special meaning for you? Skulls (esp. sugar skulls) and skeletons. Muppets: yea or nay? Yea, I guess. I like them, but not a huge fan or anything. Favorite Mythological Creature? Hmm...tough one. i think I will go with a Gorgon. Do you like hair things barrettes, headbands, flowers? Oh my, yes! Not so much headbands but I love barrettes, flowers, clips, hair sticks, etc. The stranger the better. Harry Potter - a fan? If so, what house are you? I like the books and movies, but I'm not such a fan that I have HP paraphernalia or anything. Doctor Who otoh is becoming a different story. Do you have an affinity for Calvin and Hobbes, Peanuts, The Far Side, and other comic strips? If so, which is your favorite? Nope. If you have a pet, would he/she/they like to receive a treat or a toy as a gift? Does your pet have any dietary restrictions or other preferences w.r.t. said treat? Probably not. We have quite a few animals and for a couple of them we have to be really picky with. Are there any CDs/Albums you've been wanting but haven't bought yet? What format do you prefer? (i.e. mp3, actual cd, record, etc) Hmmm....not sure. I will have to think about this one. Is there a particular myth/folktale/legend/fairytale/godstory that you're drawn to? Baron Samedi and Maman Brigitte Favorite animal? Snakes and sloths. Also, sea turtles. Would you be interested in homemade edibles that are NOT sweets? Any specifics? Possibly. Not sure what though. What GC do you live in mortal terror of the lab discontinuing, but never get around to buying? None that I can think of, though I'm quite worried that TAL Energy or Healing with be dc'd before I can get bottles. Do you like to burn incense? If so, what are your favorite kinds...sticks? cones? resins? What are your favorite scents? I do occasionally, though some can irritate my allergies. If you could see anything, what would it be? Can be a person, an event, a landmark or monument, an object, etc. And it doesn't have to be on this planet, or in this time period, or in this reality! Library of Alexandria or the akashic records. Are you musical? Do you play an instrument, and if so, what? If not, what do you wish you could play or do? I wish I could play the guitar. Does anyone garden? And if you do, what do you grow? If not, would a starter garden kit be something you'd be interested in? Not really. What I don't kill, my cats will. Or my kids. Or my dogs. Things come here to die or break. Do you decorate for Halloween? Is your decorating taste elegant, kitschy and fun, or scary? We love Halloween and what some people consider seasonal decorations we consider just our regular home decor. We prefer Day of the Dead art, figures, sugar skulls, etc along with some of the more scary and/or bizarre Halloween stuff. Not much into the cute stuff. If you were to receive a gift card, what places would you like to get one from? Knitpicks.com, Bodyartforms.com, Onetribe.nu (it's a somewhat local shop), ThinkGeek.com, or someplace like Amazon or Target. When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? Some good decaf coffee, a horror movie, and my knitting while snuggling on the couch with dh. How would you like to receive some of your Witch's favorite recipes, tailored to your likes/dietary restrictions? And specific wants? Since we are being pretty strict about what we make food wise (both for budget and dietary reasons, esp. for dh with his stomach & food reactions), probably not right now. Do you have wishlists for non-BPAL e-tailers? And if so, could you provide a link or a list? I do! They are in my DISO and Wishlist posts (both links are in my signature). I will be sure to get them updated. social media: I have a LJ acct but never really use it except for selling/swapping. Don't do facebook (used to play some games but haven't been on in a long time). Nail polish: I have a ton of nail polish and I only wear it on my toes. I do like the crackle polishes (I have black and turquoise, but the pink or red look like fun). Weenies: I can't afford to join any decant circles atm, but I'm hoping at some point to try (even if it's just testable amounts): Ameles Potamos (I know, it's gc) The Triumph of Death Sentimental Initiation Expressive Heart Garden of Death Mictecacihuatl Devil's Night La Calavera Catrina The Seekim The Ta-Ta The Two-Tailed Soggy The Wiley Grasser Candles: I love candles, but I have a ton of them (along with tarts, etc). I do like scented room oils (the kind you burn in a diffuser or put on one of those pad thingies for plug in's). I love cinnamon and home-y scents during the cooler weather. Nothing too sweet though (or pine-y). Quote: This is how I've been feeling lately: I became insane, with long intervals of horrible sanity." -Edgar Allan Poe How do you feel about nick-knacks? I'm trying not to add to our clutter, but I'm always open to something wierd or strange. What traditions (family, holiday, or otherwise) are important to you? Halloween is a big deal here. Dh and I were married 2 days before Halloween (City Hall was closed on Halloween) and our youngest was born on Halloween. It's our favorite holiday. Do you like going to the movies? We used to but can't anymore due to not having a sitter. What are your favorite restaurants? Most of the ones we go to are family owned little places. Do you play any video games? Not usually, though dh loves his PS3. For some reason I've really been wanting to try Alice: Madness Returns. Do you like any anime? No. Do you have an E-reader/iPad/something similar that you need a cover/case for? Nope. Do you need any boxes to store your smellies in? What would you store in said hypothetical box--imps, bottles, supplies, all of the above? Since downsizing my collection I actually have more than enough room and boxes. *************************************************************************************************************** 2011 Halloween Switch Witch Questionnaire Forum Name: Femme_Fatale Full Name: Sabrina Fatale Email Address: tandsfatale@yahoo.com Mailing Address: 1642 Skiffes Creek Circle Williamsburg, Va 23185 ==================== Basic Info Birthday: 9/28 Pets: 2 dogs, 3 cats, 1 snake Children: 3 daughters (13, 9, and my youngest will be 4 on Halloween!) Religious orientation: pagan Favorite Holiday: Halloween! Occupation/Major in school: n/a Living arrangement (by yourself, with roommates, etc): with husband and kids Livejournal/Blog/Website: maeve_77 on livejournal Organizations/Causes/Activities (Things you belong to or causes you believe in): cancer research, gentle parenting BPAL Favorite BPAL oils: Snake oil, Elegba, Mme Moriarty proto, Lick Its, Fit of Artistic Enthusiasm, Lustration, Fuwu Bansaku Favorite notes: coconut, vanilla, peppermint, salt (as in salt water, but needs to be salty), lavender, honey (not bpal's though) Favorite non-BPAL perfumes: Arcana Queen Crossbones, VM Coconut Rum Cotton Candy, Solstice Scents Honeysuckle Green Tea, Lavender Vanilla, Gulf Breeze Least favorite notes: milk, cream, black pepper, white musk, civet, jasmine, white florals Least favorite non-BPAL perfumes: not sure If Beth made a custom blend for you, what would the notes be, and what would you want the label art to look like? salty sea spray and suntan oil. It would have a picture of a retro beach pinup. Clothing & Jewelry Hair type: long, wavy, and the color changes constantly Skin Type: dry during the winter Allergies (specifically B&B related): none Other things to avoid: none Tub, shower or both? both Favorite bath & beauty products: I have a ton of lotions, but I love soap and scented hair leave in (just no silicone) Clothing Style/Fave garments: casual, love sweaters and legwarmers Favorite clothing colors/colors to wear: black, purple, brown, blue, pink, almost anything Type(s) of jewelry worn: earrings (I have stretched lobes so they need to have hooks), plugs (0g), bracelets, rings, anklets, toes ring Ring/wrist/collar size: ring: 4-7, wrist: small (6 in) Jewelry - gold or silver? silver or brass, copper, rose tone, etc Do you have any allergies to metal? no Favorite gemstones: any Sock/Shoe Size: 6.5/7 Lifestyle Style/home decoration style: very eclectic (anything wierd or odd I love) Favorite decorating colors: blue, green, brown Things you collect: skeleton stuff, sugar skulls, tarot cards Favorite music: 80's/90's, classic rock, just about anything other than country and gospel Least favorite music: see above lol Vegetarian/Vegan?: (Please be as specific as possible to reduce confusion!) not anymore Other food restrictions: none Favorite flavors: chocolate, peppermint, bubblegum, lemon, cinnamon, coffee Favorite foods/drinks: coffee, cherry cola Favorite authors/genres: love sci-fi (I'm a Star Trek geek), horror Least favorite authors/genres: romance Books/authors you'd like to read, but haven't yet: can't think of any atm How do you feel about receiving gently used books as gifts? love! Favorite stores (including clothing stores): One Tribe, Sephora, Ulta Favorite online stores (including B&B stores): onetribe.nu, bodyartforms.com, Violette Market, Amazon, Solstice Scents, Starring! Fragrances Magazines you subscribe to: none Magazines you like, but don't subscribe to: Bitch Favorite movies: Labyrinth, Goonies, Shaun of the Dead, Zombieland, Waiting, Star Trek movies, James Bond, Scream movies Favorite TV show(s): Supernatural, Dr. Who, Bones, Star Trek (original & TNG), Twin Peaks, Psych, Happy Endings, Walking Dead, Dexter Hobbies/crafts done: knitting, reading Wishlists BPAL Wish List (including SW/SF Help): in my signature Other website Wish lists (amazon.com, etc): http://amzn.com/w/3F0132MYIB7XS Random Questions: Random Questions: - On a scale of 1-5, how organized are you? 3 - Where, outside of the U.S. would you love to visit? (if you're international, this can be anywhere) Ireland, Australia - Do people tell you that you act older, younger, or your age? younger - What animal do you feel like the most? lately, a Sloth lol - Your favorite feature about yourself: not sure - Do you live in a neighborhood or in the middle of nowhere? neighborhood - If you were a tree, what would you be and why? Palm Tree (I love the beach) -Have you ever thought, "oh, I'm going to get myself one of those one of these days" but then never do? List 1 under $10 and 1 over $10. Over: a medium eyeball bag from here: http://www.etsy.com/...=af_you_favshop Under: skull stitch markers from etsy - Has a stranger ever told you that you did something really well? What was it? dance, but he was drunk. - Do you like garage sales (boot sales)? no, I have too much of my own junk - I like to slather my food in …: bleu cheese dressing - State fairs or carnivals? carnivals

This is so beautiful. On me it's all sweet vanilla and chamomile, but sadly, after 15 minutes it almost disappears. One piece of good news though is that vanilla has smoothed out and come out out more compared to when it was new when it was mostly chamomile. I am so grateful a kind person picked me up Sachs and Violens from the event (along with signed bags!), I just hope maybe it will become stronger with age. If not, it is an excellent locket/hair scent.

Wow, I *love* this! It smells like smooth leather, cologne, woods, and just a touch of the outdoors. This is manly and strong, without being macho. There is something smooth and just a bit sweet that keeps it from being "Hello! Dude here!". It smells like what I would like to imagine cowboys smell like (at least, clean ones ). I can't wait to try this on dh when he gets home. If he likes it, I might have to hunt some down for him. (: But that said, it's something that a woman can pull off also, esp. when she wants to feel confident and strong, but not overpowering or too sexual. I am soooo grateful that a kind and generous forumite sent me a decant in a mega kick-ass surprise package.

Wow, this is really salty smelling with a hint of a metallic note. Verrrry interesting. Unfortunately as it dries, it does what most aquatic and blood notes do on me, goes soapy. Granted, it's a wonderful salty soap scent, kind of how you smells when you start to wash off after swimming in the ocean. I would be tempted to keep it just for that, but it begins to give me a headache. Oh well, off to a new home that will hopefully love it more.

I was really really looking forward to trying this and I finally got an imp of it, but the problem is....I can't smell anything. At first I thought it was just my nose since my allergies are bothering me, but I had dh sniff my arm also and he said it's so light he can't tell what it is. After it sits a while I can smell it a bit more, but it's very light. It smells like a dark vanilla lotion I once had. Very pretty, but I'm hoping if I try it again it might be stronger and maybe I'll get more of the scents other posters have mentioned.

Not sure what I think about this one. In the imp it's a beautiful sweet, slightly herbal honey scent, but once on my skin it becomes super sweet and very green smelling. Ew. Luckily that doesn't last long. The green note quickly fades and the chamomile comes out and blends with the honey nicely. There is a slightly powdery feel to it, but it's not a bad thing. I'm still not sure though. There is something in this I'm not sure I like, and I can't figure out what it is. It just smells...off. I'll hold onto the imp and try it again, but I have a feeling it will probably end up going to a new home.

This is actually not as masculine (at least on me) as I expected. It's somewhat soft, very smooth, and just a bit clean smelling (but not in a cologne or soap way). The sandalwoods are just lovely and the leather isn't a sharp leather at all. As it dries more the leather is a bit stronger but isn't overpowering at all and is still more subtle than I expected. Overall, this is a very balanced blend and I think think it's very unisex. While on the skin, I think I actually prefer this to Sachs (which I prefer wet....which sounds really dirty said outloud ). I can't wait to try this on dh and see how it differs.