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    Please be aware that we do not permit swap-related content on profiles or in blogs. Please post this content only in the For Sale, Swaps, and Wanted forums, or in the Wishlists topic. ~from Swapping 101  Thanks!
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Zeb's BPAL Blog
 

Switch Witch 2013 stuff

Last updated: 5th November   ETSY wishlist(don't look at favourite stores, some of them are there specifically to remind me of presents for other people) Amazon wishlist Are there any GC scents that you love, but for whatever reason, you keep putting off buying bottles of? Cheshire Cat and Mage   Do you want to be an early accepter or would you prefer your reveal later in the swap, say maybe closer to the deadline? I'm easy   Is there anything you would like from the Blooddrop Halloween update? no thanks   Do you prefer to receive whole coffee beans or ground? Also, if you like flavoured blends, what sort of flavours? (caramels, nuts, chocolate, etc.) either is fine and I love all sorts of flavoured ones too How do you feel about robots? meh unless its Asimov, but I have all those books Are you interested in anything from the Haus of Gloi yule update on November 3rd? Which products and which scents? Any of the lip balms or Honey Tree/Insalata Nocturna bubbling scrubs   If I made fairy, dragon or butterfly wing earrings, would you wear them? If so, which would you prefer? If they aren't studs, I'd like fairy wings or dragon wings   How do you feel about nail polish? If you like it, are there any brands or colors in which you are interested? Love it, especially purples, greens and blues   What about makeup? What brands do you prefer and which products would you most enjoy receiving? I really only use eyeliner and I particularly like the kind that you dont need to sharpen, the self propelling type   Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of.The Stormhold, Gorgs Garden, Cheshire Cat   Jewellery? pierced ears - dangly or hoops but no studs please. Necklaces need to be 22-24 in really. Bracelets need to stand up to me constantly banging my wrist against doors, chairs, walls etc - I'm a klutz   Spicy things? Medium or mild is best for me, but I love spice   Baked goods? I like them, but I don't think you can mail international   Spoonfudge? I'm going to pass because the last lot I got, I could not under any circumstances stop eating it once I'd started.   Witchee, would you like a set of Cards Against Humanity? Oh yes   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? Manga drawing pens or steampunky bits   Is there anything you'd really like to have/try from Trader Joe's, or any other popular-but-not-available-everywhere store? I don't know what they have - if it's food, maybe some sort of savory snack? Would you rather have something fun or practical? Practical - but it only just wins   Table Games I like them but the only one I want is Cards Against Humanity as I have no printer to make my own   What do you think of hair sticks? Would you like a set? Yes, but only if they come with instructions!   If you were my witchee, would you be interested in anything from my store or something similar? (Nut-made by LisaNut on etsy.)The scarves are lovely but I already have too many   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:) An old medical/pharmacy book would be loved   Witchee, the Haunt Halloween update goes live tomorrow! When it does, please post right away and let me know your dreams and wishes! I like lots of the regular lip balms, Strawberry Lime and Vanilla Pear especially, I like sugar polish too. Halloween scents: Tell The Bees or Claw & Cobblestone (but not for perfume because cinnamon). Regular scents: Pan or Raspberry Honey or Witch-Wife all sound glorious   I've got some canned goods put up -- mostly jams/jellies, some apple butter, some applesauce. Want some? If so, what kind(s)? I love pickles and chutneys How feel you about lip balms, glosses, and lipsticks? Any particular favourite scents/flavours? Any favourite makers/sellers? My favourite right now is Blisteze Raspberry Lemonade, in general I like the ones that come in sticks and are flavoured, citrussy or spiced   Halloween Candy, Decorations, and Costume supplies - What kind are your idea of FUN and which ones would you thoroughly dislike? Candy if its not hard on the teeth, but decorations and costume are probably wasted.   WHAT traditions to you partake in for Halloween? Knowing what you do our how you decorate or how you celebrate? It's not that big a thing over here, I guess my tradition is to join in Switch Witch! Are you a fan of anything that you would like a tshirt of? If so, what size would you wear? This is difficult because there are some awesome shirts out there, but so many fandom tees are just naff. I'd love a good Sandman one, my old ones fell apart. I wish I'd got the DR Who/Led Zep Dont Blink tee that was on RIPT a few weeks ago. I also adore BPTP tissue tees, the halloween kitty is awesome. Cthulu & steampunky thngs are also good. L or XL in BPTP tissue tees, XL in normal crew tees and I don't tend to do girlie tees.   Do you love, hate, or are indifferent to.....pumpkin flavored things? There really aren't many pumpkin flavoured things over here so I'm not sure. I eat pumpkin/squash a lot but mostly in curries!   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? For once I'm safe from the Lab update. I'm coveting the BPTP mug and pen and especially the Halloween kitty tissue tee. If I scrape up the money for the tee, I'll remove it from my BPTP wishlist.   Do you want anything from Starbucks or Teavana? Tea, tea makers, rock sugar, tea tins, coffee, via, via refreshers, mugs, tazo tea...? Loads of the teavana stuff sounds amazing   Hey, Witchee, it's getting cold. Socks, scarves, hats or arm warmers? Socks and arm warmers please!   Stuff I really don't need more of: Mugs: I have a gazillion     Dr Who? been watching it since 1967 ... How much do you like lipbalm? Flavored or unflavored? What are your favorite brands and flavors? I like sticks not tubs and I much prefer flavoured. I tend to use Chapstick because its easy to get!   Do you like and wear lipgloss? If yes, what colours? Nope   For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out? I have a couple of other names on my list, but I dont want to get addicted to yet another overseas company!   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. And if you had them and dislike them, can you name a few *other* tea companies you're into? I like interesting chai teas but haven't had anything from Adagio   What about coffee? Love loads of coffees, use beans or occasionally ground, hate decaf and refuse to try the stuff that's been pooped out by rodents Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why? Annie Besant from real life, for her social activism & birth control work. Or in fiction, Arya Stark from Game of Thrones or Jinian Footseer & Fringe Dorwalk from some of Sheri Tepper's books, each in different ways for doing the right thing.   If you were a Disney princess you would be?: I would NEVER be a Disney princess. I'd be Cruella De Ville   Would you like a seashell from Florida? Yes What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome? I'm busy (in a lazy way!) making steampunked up sets of mini drawers and learning to draw manga style. Distressing type paints, steampunky bits and manga marker pens always welcome   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are I don't reliably read any blogs   How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? I love them - old fashioned basket In fact I did a recent Etsy Treasury list about this!   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? I'm polyamorous, I'm probably geekier, probably kinkier, probably far less girly. Arrogantly, I think it's likely I'm cleverer too.   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) I haven't looked - trying not to get addicted to more international stores than I already am   Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? I cook, I do all the cooking, and it can be either   Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? I can read either, but adult for preference If you could have one rare bpal which one would you choose? I'd love a sniffie of MB Underpants to see what the fuss is about. I hoard Midway, if 2 bottles can be considered a hoard   (Feel free not to answer, I know it's not a standard one!) Are you kinky? Oh yes   Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? I have some BPTP candles which I love. I'd only like unusual scents, I hate Yankee Candle type stuff. I like proper big candles rather than little ones   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? I have South African in-laws so I don't really need anything. Please NEVER send me biltong or mealy-meal! Do you like Sockdreams? If so, what styles would you prefer? (You can also link your wishlist.) I've never had anything from there, but love short socks   Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? I've often wanted to try hairsticks but have no idea how. I use hair ties for the end of my plait.   What is your favorite shade of blue? Moroccan blue, egyptian blue, cobalt, teal, lapis and those ones that are really purple!   Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? not for me, thanks   If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? I'm busy learning manga drawing   What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? I have a sweet tooth but try not to overdo it.   Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks? I dont have one   If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please dont hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send! I like: socks, armwarmers/fingerless gloves, sweeties, arty decorated boxes, fancy frames for my pictures (to fit pics 4 x 6 in & 7 x 10 ins are what I need right now). I don't have room for many knicknacks and don't need scarves or cuddly toys. Anything else, feel free to ask!   Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library? I like them but don't really have time.   Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? (Examples: pen-and-paper journal keeping, tea/coffee drinking, morning yoga, nightly bedtime reading. I'm kind of thinking on things that would be dear to you and might need small supplies or could use certain extras. ) I can't think of anything other than morning real coffee   Do you wear nailpolish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands? I love purples, greens & blues but I think it cant be sent internationally any more   Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of. See my wishlist   Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? only very very rarely   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer? I've stuck a load on my Etsy wishlist   Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? I have a teeny garden - I grow courgettes, leeks, tomatoes, herbs, strawberries and blue flowers   Do you like sample sized things? Think lipgloss, mascara, bodylotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth. I like trying samples, except of make-up   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? I've not tried, again, trying not to expand my B & B international range! Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? I use BPTP soap & Paintbox soaps   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? I shouldn't have looked! Scents: Agave Lime Stiletto jumps out at me, plus Disco lemonade, Lady Bug, Spank Me. Probably lotion or scrub, I'd try shampoo or conditioner but do not need to get addicted to international shampoo!   Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? I bought from Lush since 1987 when they were Cosmetics To Go - my favourite product is the original Ginger which they no longer make - I have about an imps worth left. I walk past Lush every day though, so it's not that special!   Do witches prefer the answers posted here, but a more cherry-picked number of questions answered, or a more exhaustive list posted in the blog, which means posting here much less? Blog Anyone a fan of Shiro Cosmetics? Any particular products? Eye shadow pigments in general? I only wear eyeliner   Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott? McDonalds, B & B animal testers   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? beautiful chopsticks, little bowls, bento supplies (I already have the best bento box!)   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? I hardly ever go on FB   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf? My favourite quote is the one in my sig!   Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? I go there but I'm pretty meh about it   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? Quillifer   If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? It wouldn;t bother me, but I do like guessing!   Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? I don't use either Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? I like it, and would like things to add to it   Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? I've never tried it but I bet I'd like it, all of it What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? I've never tried it   Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? (I'm asking because if they did, you might mention them elsewhere, but if not, the imagery might be helpful) War,     what is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful. A glass lizard, you can see him here   How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer? Probably not bigger than 18" x 24" - I love pictures so my walls are covered in them Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? I like them, things like for Sockdreams, BPTP, Paintbox Soapworks if they do them   Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? Still interested in trying TimTams   Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? no problems with swearing, I can't appreciate racist jokes What style is your sense of humour? Sarcastic - think Bill Hicks, George Carlin, Monty Python, xkcd   Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? I play RPGs but have been doing so for decades, we tend to write our own now. I like board games but have no one who will play them with me.   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? I've signed up for decants and (will) have bought a bottle of Sweet Pea and a bottle of Aurelia   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling? Jinian Footseer from the Sheri Tepper book of the same name What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? My Amazon wishlist is the only way I keep track too   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? Yes, all the fudge except Marmite - but I asked this question   Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? Not really   Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc Nothing comes to mind Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? Not for me   What fandoms do you belong to? I dont see it as fandom, but I like Firefly, Battlestar Galactica, Babylon 5, most of Gaiman's stuff What cheers you up? Sex! Curry! Oh, ok ... seeing beautiful things, like Pre-Raphaelite pictures in the Tate or beautiful forests or walks along a deserted beach   Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? This just makes me go "huh?" What question do you hate to answer? Why have I put on so much weight?   What is the best compliment you have/could receive? That someone spontaneously likes my art   Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country. Belgian chocolate, Vla from Holland, Spanish & Italian sausages & cheeses Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? The only bag I need is a little cross body type one that would hold purse, keys & phone size. I have too many others   What's your favourite comfort food(snack or candy etc) and/or drink? Southern Indian crab curry, fresh baguette with Philadelphia cheese, Seattle Birthday Cake chocolate, Lindor chocolate, good quiche   Would you be interested in someone writing out for you a favourite recipe, or finding or devising one which they think you'd like? If so, please provide your favourite ingredients, info on how you like to cook/store and use food, and any intolerances - unless all of these are in your questionnaire, or you don't like the idea. (I'm not saying I'd definitely do this, unless someone is keen, and it wouldn't be the only gift). I guess for other witches this might include something like a knitting pattern - not my thing but would you like that? Or indeed would you like a picture created for you (if so what kind) or a story written? yes   If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? I'd retrain as an artist, especially high end computer graphics, or train as a doctor Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in? Can't think of anything   What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? I entertain a load of badly behaved RPG geeks, does that count? And my kitchen is green & cream & fake oak   Are your ears pierced? yes   Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? The only sort I like is diseases/medical! Like this - I have brain cells and rubella!   Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!? Everything will belong to my cats anyway - that's just the way it is! Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? The infinity shape, the figure 8 one ... I know it has a proper name but I just woke up   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? walking is good if the weather is nice, or talking to one of my partners, otherwise a lovely BPAL bath or a nice cup of tea Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? I don't think it would ship - but otherwise, happy to try something without too many horrid additives, as long as it is not root beer Ninjas or Pirates? Ninjas disguised as pirates Werewolves or vampires? meh Zombie or Cthulhu? Cthulhu Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? Some small ones preferred, so that I can squee often, but I'm easy really   Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? I don't really like acrylic, I like socks, wrist warmers/mittens and my favourite colours are of course purple, green and blue   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? The Stormhold, Chrysanthemum Moon, Temple Viper (not sure which of those LEs is hardest to find!)   If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? I don't knit   What styles of artwork do you like? Pre-Raphaelites are my true love, but I also like some other prints - examples on my Etsy wishlist   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? yes, just nothing with celery salt in it   Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? Yes, absolutely The Conjure Oils update (http://conjureoils.com/emporium.htm) looks absolutely fabulous...I didn't know she made soaps and candles and whanot. Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like? lotion in Heliophobe, Potters Field Picnic or Fire Dragon Parasol   What is your favorite color? Purple   What is your favorite season? Autumn I think ... but sometimes Spring   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? More than one place - I'd like somewhere in Malvern, England, a seaside place in Northumberland, a place in LA solely so I could go to Will Calls , a place in New Zealand, South Island, and maybe somewhere in NYC or in Finland   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself? A box for safely storing 3 or 4 BPAL bottles while travelling, a facial or pedicure, spice rubs for fish   Would any witchee be interested in this comic? or any of her three comics? yes but I'd want the first one first!   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? No long trips   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you? I'm sure there would be things I'd like - just no idea what!   Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? I already bought all the things - but I had a good excuse, I needed something for my own witchee I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? yes, at least one!   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? The Stormhold, Chrysanthemum Moon, Temple Viper (I'd normally put Midway but I got gifted a bottle in my last swap so asking twice in a row is excessive)   If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)? Wouldn't kick Michael Fassbender out of bed. I also have a thing for Morena Baccarin but she's got Hollywood skinny lately and that's sad So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion? Oh yes!   Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any? I have 5 large ones and I love them because they are really well done and art in their own right.   I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? For nut-haters, they have nutless Roca For the no-sugar folks they have sugar-free as well. Not for me thanks   I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there? No, definitely not! How do you feel about home-canned goods?- I don't think these can ship internationally Do you like BPTP clothing? Adore it What size do you wear of:   Baby-doll T's - I only wear the tissue tees, I take a L but XL is doable too Regular T's - I don't wear these yoga pants - XL   Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? Or other clothes from BPTP? Dragon Moon tissue tee is my big fave. I only like the dark coloured shirts, I'm too mucky for whites & pastels What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have? My wishlist for currently available BPTP stuff   Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: DVD, Blu-Ray, or something in the cloud (like Amazon, iTunes, Flixster, etc)? Only the DVDs on my wishlist - I have a stupidly large Sci-fi DVD collection   -Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? Masala chai, spiced apple chai, thai chai, raspberry green, peach oolong   -Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? Does piss and moan about the heat count?   -What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? 1. Tentacle Hoodie 2. Blue Sun tee in XL 3. Serenity poster 4. Luminglass 5. Purple Cephalopod tee - this almost got the 'OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!!' award!!!   -Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ? This - though I'd pick medical books or Lovecraft or Poe   Do you like audiobooks? If so, do you have/would you like to try Audible? (I'm an addict, myself.) No, I like reading it myself. On paper. Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves? Love - especially high quality milk chocolate with things like raspberry, strawberry,lemon, or pistachio cream in it, and Seattle Chocolates Birthday Cake Batter bars (or indeed their lemon bars) I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound? They sound good   If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose? Summer notes listed here and you can click through to the whole list from there. http://www.hausofglo...er-single-notes I tend to worry that I'd make an awful custom blend, but here goes: Vanilla bean, apricot, peach skin, kaffir lime leaf   QUESTION! Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like? I've joined in a couple but until I see one I don't know if I'm interested - the last 2 I did was money for medical research in Sweden and a project to build a full size working model of Babbage's Difference Engine   QUESTION! If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? The price is unimportant, not because I'm rich, but because I'd like some inspiration. This and this and this and this and these. Oh and this - I just couldn't cut it down to 5!   Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art faire. any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists Yes   How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it? Tiny amounts are ok like in Lush's Fairy Jasmine bath bomb, but lots is awful.   Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined? An unlined one might be nice   Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelery give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies? I love the idea but they can't be sent internationally   Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough? Yes, but not too weird - no root beer or wasabi, and probably without nuts   Question: I make my own hair gloss, would you like some detangling and very shiny hair gloss made by me? This is a 'cone rich blend, not the least bit natural. Not for me     If I wanted to include something for your fluffball, what would be good, and what should I stay away from? Catnip filled things would be good, but only if very clearly labelled for customs   Would homemade treats be something you'd like for your dog/cat? No thank you   If you get a long weekend this weekend... what are you doing with it? Staying in? Going out? Family? Friends? If you don't get a long weekend, are you OK with that, or a little sad? (If you are Canadian, apply this to last weekend). No long weekend ... strangely the UK doesn't celebrate being beaten by the US!   Would you be interested in getting a kombucha starter and instructions on how to use it to easily make your own fermented, probiotic tea drink? No, makes me want to run in the opposite direction!     Anything interesting from the new Paintbox Soapworks update for you? Avast & Candy Floss sound gorgeous   What about recycled sari silk yarn, witches and witchees? I would like something made with it, but have no skill to do so myself! Sooo, the Blooddrop update (Aviary and Summer Simplicities). Anything you'd like from there? Not really   DEAR FIBER AND YARN PEOPLE: I am going back to Paradise Fibers today. They have like almost every type of fiber roving and dye and stuff available. If you're a spinner and have any fiber wishes, what would you like? Dyed or natural? Do you need dye? colors? brand?   Every package has to have something blue in it. Blue can also be used to describe more risque humor...how would you rate your general sense of humor? Are you strictly PG-13, R-rated, NC-17? My sense of humour can be dirty on occasion!   Do you like puzzles? What kind? Jigsaw, word, etc?
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Friday July 5/13   Anything from Villainess that strikes your fancy, either from their update or from the GC?   I have an update to my Villainess wants! I will put it here and then update my WL blog post with it.   Smack: Birth Rite Crushed Iced Cocoa Quick or Dead Scintilating Some more (smack)   Soap: Three Cakes   Smooch: Decadence Crushed Ginger Snapped Paradise Misplaced Scintillating Krakatoa   Perfume: Both sets of the Wicked- Samples   Whipped in any of the scents listed above or Silk and Cyanide   Thursday July 4/13   If I wanted to include something for your fluffball, what would be good, and what should I stay away from? Would homemade treats be something you'd like for your dog/cat? Tenou loves toys, he'll tear apart a stuffed toy, but that's part of the fun. He does like treats though, but please the more natural the better. He loves homemade treats. The cats don't really get toys because Tenou steals them. If you get a long weekend this weekend... what are you doing with it? Staying in? Going out? Family? Friends? If you don't get a long weekend, are you OK with that, or a little sad? (If you are Canadian, apply this to last weekend). I spent it with my parents, and Saturday was spent with my grandmum and cousins. I was a little sad my husband couldn't come, but that happens when you work weekends.   Would you be interested in getting a kombucha starter and instructions on how to use it to easily make your own fermented, probiotic tea drink? Yes, I really would.   Wednesday July 3/13   Anything interesting from the new Paintbox Soapworks update for you? Already added to my Etsy wl   What about recycled sari silk yarn, witches and witchees? Sure.   Sooo, the Blooddrop update (Aviary and Summer Simplicities). Anything you'd like from there?Ok, so I've never tried them before, so I've made a list of their update and their regular scents and will add this to my main WL. Kea, Kestrel, Magpie, Lemon Cake, Pink Vanilla, Epona, Bisou, Broom Stick, Bûche de Noël, Cafe Oblique, Citrouille, Delicieuse, Delightfully Wickedly, Eiffel Tower, Pumpkin, Sultrylicious, Dixie Elouise Adelaide Deschamps’ Perfectly Legal and Innocuous Kissing Cake, Frau Von Schtinklestein’s Partially Completed Barvarian Love Essence.   DEAR FIBER AND YARN PEOPLE: I am going back to Paradise Fibers today. They have like almost every type of fiber roving and dye and stuff available. If you're a spinner and have any fiber wishes, what would you like? Dyed or natural? Do you need dye? colors? brand? Since this is from earlier in the week, it's probably no good to answer about PF, BUT, I love lace weight yarn, and sport weight yarn, and I'd love to try spinning, though I really have no idea how to do it.     Tuesday July 2/13   Every package has to have something blue in it. Blue can also be used to describe more risque humor...how would you rate your general sense of humor? Are you strictly PG-13, R-rated, NC-17? I watch Family Guy and laugh my ass off. I'd say I have a fairly dirty sense of humour. (I also ADORE Seth MacFarlan, and wouldn't say no if he turned up in my bed )   Do you like puzzles? What kind? Jigsaw, word, etc? Sudoku and number puzzles, I tried those puzzles we were talking about in thread, and I totally sucked....   Monday July 1/13   I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound? I am CANADIAN (sorry... ) No need   If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose? Summer notes listed here and you can click through to the whole list from there. http://www.hausofglo...er-single-notes Wow, I have one, Thyme, Chocolate, Tonka and lime leaf, but I do like a bunch of the other notes that I just can't seem to get into a blend correctly... Cake, Oakmoss, Cinnamon sugar, brown sugar, amber, beeswax and honey, red musk, Pear, sweet cream, leather, coconut, clove, blood orange, lychee. Maybe Leather, sweet cream, pear and clove? Or Lychee or... I have no idea, I'm really bad at this   QUESTION! Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like? I have used it in the past, but it's not something I use often.   QUESTION! If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? The price is unimportant, not because I'm rich, but because I'd like some inspiration. This pillow This Tote This necklace! (Or any Sailor Moon Necklaces from this shop) This Necklace This Locket Pretty much any cookie cutter from this shop!   Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art faire. any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists Sure! How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it? Oh gods, please no loose glitter!!!   Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined? I just use a spiral bound book I can get at the dollar store, so I'm good there.   Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelery give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies? meh.   Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough? Sure, I'd be into trying weird flavoured popcorn! I'm up for anything   Question: I make my own hair gloss, would you like some detangling and very shiny hair gloss made by me? This is a 'cone rich blend, not the least bit natural. No thank you.   Thursday June 27/13   I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? For nut-haters, they have nutless Roca For the no-sugar folks they have sugar-free as well. never tried, would be interested.   I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there? no thank you   How do you feel about home-canned goods? sure   Do you like BPTP clothing? yes! What size do you wear of: Baby-doll T's XL, I prefer the tissue tees Regular T's don't wear yoga pants probably a xxl right now   Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? I had the resurrect T-shirt and lost it.   Or other clothes from BPTP? love their yoga pants.   What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have? I have a wish list, I share: My BPTP wl   Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: DVD, Blu-Ray, or something in the cloud (like Amazon, iTunes, Flixster, etc)?i love romcoms and fantasy, musicals too! DVD or on a USB jump drive.   -Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? I has a list, I will post it as soon as I can figure it out. Though you can find me on there as Stephanie C.C ETA: Yea, I can't figure out how the heck to link you to my WL, but you can find me through Stephanie C.C like I said, my picture is one of Donna Noble.   Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? not really   What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? Resident evil umbrella: http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/b4e7/?srp=1 This shirt dress in xxl (I can always take it in. http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/d7a3/ or this in L or XL http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/12ce/ This necklace: http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/f422/ This hoodie in either l or XL http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/ea41/ Star Trek pizza cutter http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/dea2/   -Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ? These cases I know in the thread I said I'd love to have the Sarah one, but I really think it's a toss up between Thumbalina and Odette, with Thumbalina taking the lead only every so slightly. Prints though, I'd pretty much love them all!   Do you like audiobooks? If so, do you have/would you like to try Audible? (I'm an addict, myself.) No thank you, I'm not a fan of audio books.   Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves? oh chocolate and I have a loving relationship! I like all chocolate, thought I'm not the keenest on white. I do like white and milk together. I've been a fan of those build your own chocolate bars   Wednesday June 26/13   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? Nope, no travels for me.   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you?Did you say food?? I can't think of anything off the top of my head, but gods would I love to go there!   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself? A set of mini scissors for knitting and yarn work, a new toothbrush/toothpaste holder for the bathroom, a nice loofa on a stick for the shower.   Does anything from the TP/BPAL/TAL Etsy update interest you? BPAL: Lambs Wool, Light of Mens' Lives, Fenris Wolf V@, Fearful Pleasure, Boo V3, Gossamer. BPTP: Shortbread Snowflakes Bath Oil, Pumpkin Pie bath oil. TAL: Cooling Oil, Emotional Healing, Gainful Employment. I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? YES.   If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)? I'm pretty much in fandom, but there are a few shows that I love to catch without being in Fandom, How I Met Your Mother, Boardwalk Empire. As for actors I enjoy and would love to see wet help out in a drippy situation, Natalie Portman, Anne Hathaway, Keira Knightly, Natalia Tena, Natalie Dormer, Seth MacFarlan, Richard Armatage, Matthew MacFadyen, David Bowie, Alan Rickman, Gary Oldman, Oh the list could probably go on for days   So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion? Either lotion or Sorbetto if it ever goes live.   Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any? Have and want.   Tuesday June 25/13   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? GC Detox, LE Not hard to find: Dark Chocolate and Key Lime Truffle, Mango Lychee Champagne, Dark Chocolate, Lime, and Chocolate Mint (Are those easy to find?) Hard to find LE: Voodoo Queen, Le Pere Fouettard, Candy Butcher   If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? I need some long ass circulars for this big ass project, that one day I will have all the yarn for and start. I could also use a set of interchangeable circulars, with the different sized cables and different sized needles. I prefer knitting with metal needles (nickle plated or whatever, I just have a really hard tension and metal slides better)   What styles of artwork do you like? Art Nouveau, Stephanie Pui-Mun Law, my Deviantart favourites also has some ideas for you.   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? Sure!   Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? Yes. To both. I'd love love love some Mexican Vanilla, and I could definitely use a new silver chain. 20" I believe, (Will double check) and just a plain chain.   The Conjure Oils update (http://conjureoils.com/emporium.htm) looks absolutely fabulous...I didn't know she made soaps and candles and whanot. Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like? Fire Dragon Parasol, Heliophobe, and Voluptuary sound nice, but I've never tried her stuff before. I'd be possibly interested in trying a scrub.   What is your favorite color? It changes, but right now it's Pink. What is your favorite season? Autumn!   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? England. Probably London. Or maybe Wales. Somewhere over there.   Monday June 24/13   Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? Triple Goddess Moon symbol, crows, orb spiders, moons, 7 pointed stars, the number 7 and anything in 7's, foxes/shibas, Siamese cats, owls, specifically barn owls, lionesses (obv.) Sparrows!   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? a treat, icecream or cookies (especially homemade) a bit of good chocolate (vosges is awesome) tea, I have a wide taste in teas, a cheesy smutty romance novel, Sailor Moon (manga, anime or PGSM live action) My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic! A really good homecooked meal, either comfort food or something fantastic.   Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? no thanks, I don't drink pop, I don't like the carbonation.   Ninjas or Pirates? Pirates Werewolves or vampires? Both! Zombie or Cthulhu? ... Neither   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? What ever my lovely witch would like to do is awesome.   Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? Oh yes! Socks, or Amigurumi, or wrist warmers or fingerless gloves or even mittens! I prefer soft natural fibers. I like jewel tones or pinks or autumn colours   Sunday June 23/13   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf? "You find someone to carry you" was etched onto our wedding cake cutting set. The whole quote is: "Tracey: "When you can't run, you crawl. And when you can't crawl, when you can't do that ... " Zoe: " ... you find someone to carry you.""   Also, I'd kinda love a scarf or shirt with "tsukini kawatte oshiokiyo!" either in romanji or Kanji/hirigana. (http://www.wikimoon.org/index.php?title=Tsukini_Kawatte_Oshioki_yo) The link takes you to song lyrics, but it shows the kanji for the title. This can also work for anything my witch would like to knit or crochet or whatever, since I know there was a question about that but I seem to have lost it.   Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? I work at Starbucks, so I don't need anything unless you have a very cool CITY mug, I kinda collect those. What question do you hate to answer? Like someone mentioned in the thread, answering the "How are you" is something I don't like very much mainly because most people asking don't really care, and it's become almost a greeting anymore. There is probably something else that I just can't think of right now.   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? Um, I talk with Fright a lot, and Skyelyric has had me as a swap partner a few times, I'm also chatting with Venneh a lot lately. If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? Nope! I'm usually trying to figure it out anyway, I do like the end of round reveal though. Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? I want to say yes, but I just don't burn them a lot. We don't really use scented products around the house, if my house stinks, we open a window LOL.   Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? I do like it, but rarely drink it. If my witch were to find a make from scratch recipe that they could alter that would be awesome.   Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? Never heard of it, not big on fudge to be honest.   What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? Never heard of this either! If they have bubbling scrubs (like tarty's sorbetto) I'd be interested in trying, but I don't really need another bath and body shop to shop at.   Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? (I'm asking because if they did, you might mention them elsewhere, but if not, the imagery might be helpful) The Weenie spiders from last year, I believe every one had a note of death for me. I was especially sad about Orb Weaver Spider. Also, the Halloween: City scents, I loved the idea, but none worked, or they had a note of death.   Put your mp3 player/online music/itunes/etc on random and list the next 10 songs here: I don't have any of my music set up right now, which sucks, but I know this question has been asked in years past, so you can check out my previous answers in other blog posts.   what is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful. I think it's my Sailor Moon clutch wallet (that's falling apart! *cries* )   How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer? Ideally you want to be able to ship it without it getting damaged, so maybe not too big. But I have a space on my wall right now that has a wall hanging that I could move if I got a big piece with say Leon on it   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? YAY! Adagio or Sock Dreams, or Etsy   Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? I love me some Tim Tams, but I need to lay off the sweets a bit and I tend to eat those by the package full. I wouldn't mind coins, I don't think I have too many from Australia (I collect foreign coins)   Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? Nope! What style is your sense of humour? We're very punny in this apartment, my husband is horrible with it. I love Family Guy and Seth McFarlan, and really find his brand of social commentary humour funny. Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? We don't play too many games here really, I do like card games, and some board games. I like the themed games, like mario monopoloy or the like. I would love any Sailor Moon themed game.   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? I probably won't buy anything from the update, but I will put what I'd like to try in my WL.   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling? There are a lot, Usagi Tsukino, Donna Noble, Sansa Stark, Twilight Sparkle, and there are more thank likely more.   What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? I'm interested in a book called "Guns, Germs and Steel" which is a history of some sort that my brother in law was talking about at Christmas. There's also a Twilight spoof out there, it's called Nightlight: A parody by The Harvard Lampoon. I'll have to think on a third.   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? the blossom melts, or the tea ruffles, the hot chocolate on the stick. Not big on fudge, or really caramels.   Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? Coins! or small denomination paper money.   Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc I love seeing things from my witch, that gives me an idea of who they are. (copied that from the thread, but hey, it's the truth!)   Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? Yep! I love tarot cards, and would love to find or even make, a sailor moon deck at some point. There was a buffy set that I prepaid for and it was never released, I had a huge sad. I'm not so good with Runes. I also like oracle cards, or goddess cards. I have a bunch, if this is something you're interested in doing for me, let me know and I can write down what I have.   What fandoms do you belong to?Sailor Moon, Doctor Who, Game Of Thrones, MLP: Friendship is Magic, Vampire Diaries, Resident Evil   What cheers you up? pictures of cats, my daughter, the perfect snack (which changes pretty much on a daily basis...) Sailor Moon, reading a cheesy smutty romance novel.   Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? I'd love to haunt my husband, I think that would be hilarious. As for least want to be haunted by, I'm not sure.   What is the best compliment you have/could receive? When someone eats all the food on their plate when I made the meal, or even compliments the food. Also I feel really good when someone tells me my daughter is beautiful, and then says she looks just like her momma.   Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country. My friend brought back these black current candies, they were kinda hard, kinda gummy, they were fantastic. I think they're Swedish or uh, the country IKEA is from since I'm having the biggest brain fart EVER right now...   Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? Love bags, prefer something with a long enough strap/s to go over my shoulder, but not long enough to go across my body. zippered or not, pockets or not. For the longest time I was using a tote bag as a purse. (stopped only because I got tired of it.) What's your favourite comfort food(snack or candy etc) and/or drink? TEA. and something salty sweet. Would you be interested in someone writing out for you a favourite recipe, or finding or devising one which they think you'd like? If so, please provide your favourite ingredients, info on how you like to cook/store and use food, and any intolerances - unless all of these are in your questionnaire, or you don't like the idea. (I'm not saying I'd definitely do this, unless someone is keen, and it wouldn't be the only gift). I guess for other witches this might include something like a knitting pattern - not my thing but would you like that? Or indeed would you like a picture created for you (if so what kind) or a story written? (sorry if this feels a bit Spanish Inquisition!) All of these are amazing. If my witch want's to do something like this, I'm completely open to it. we're good with pretty much anything, no intolerances.   If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? I've been thinking about this one a lot and I just can't come up with anything... Sorry!   Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in? I don't think so.   What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? Apartment rental cream/white. LOL! I wanted to do a burnt orange and avocado green theme in my kitchen, but it never took off.   Are your ears pierced? Yep. Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? We have a ton right now, seriously they were not kidding when they said having a kid makes them multiply tenfold. Though, if it were to be an Amigurumi I would LOVE it! (Especially Leon or Donna or Usagi or Sansa or the Hound or a crow or or or...)   Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!? I have a tiny bug, she's 9 months, and she's getting in to EVERYTHING. My witch doesn't have to send anything for her, but if she wants to that would be lovely.   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are Kinda? I don't really read them on a regular basis, but I like The Mary Sue, Mommyish, and there's another geeky blog I follow sometimes, but again, brain fart... How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? They're cool, but we have a lot of lunch bags and grocery shopping bags we could use.   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? I do have a kid, and I know a bunch of people my age, and some have kids and some do not. I'm rather quiet and awkward, and fairly geeky, but I don't know how I would be really different.   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) Don't really buy Haus of Gloi. Might be interested in trying their scrubs though.   Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? love cooking, can be both, and lately, sadly, we've done a lot of eating out. This needs to change. I really want to figure out the best way to do a meal plan for the week, so that I cook more.   Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? I read both.   If you could have one rare bpal which one would you choose? Voodoo Queen   Are you kinky? Can be, though, I prefer do be more domme than sub.   Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? Like the tarts question, I'm not big on smelly stuff in the house.   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? Never been, might like to visit someday, it's probably far down my list though. As will all travel questions, coins would be awesome! I'm pretty sure I don't have anything from South Africa.   Do you like Sockdreams? If so, what styles would you prefer? (You can also link your wishlist.) YES. Tabi socks are awesome, as well as knee highs. I might go through and create a wishlist at some point (If I can get to it, I'll pop the link in my wishlist blog post. Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? I really like hair combs, don't have many, otherwise, I'm pretty good.   What is your favorite shade of blue? Sky blue.   Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? I've been thinking of getting my husband a SodaStream, but so far we haven't. No other things that need refills.   If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? Chainmaile! I want to start, so so so bad! Or Crochet. A former witch got me some yarn and a hook and gave me instructions and I totally failed. Or spinning yarn. What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? Yes, ish. I love Turkish Delight, and specialty odd flavoured chocolates or truffles, I love Vosges, just wish it was cheaper! Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks? I do, but no thank you. If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please dont hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send! Uh, I think honestly if my witch were to read my ?aire, and through my questions and take a look at my etsy wishlist, they could have a fairly good idea of what I like. I love foods of all kinds. And I would love anything my witch put time and effort and love into.   Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library? I play mostly Mario games, I have a couple for the Wii, or getting Wii (canadian!) points would be cool to get some of the previous Nintendo games. Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? (Examples: pen-and-paper journal keeping, tea/coffee drinking, morning yoga, nightly bedtime reading. I'm kind of thinking on things that would be dear to you and might need small supplies or could use certain extras. ) Tea. I'm really trying to get into drinking tea so I can use up my stash, but I always love more! Other than that, uh, nothing really.   Do you wear nailpolish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands? Love nail polish! I have quite a few examples of what I like on my Etsy Favourites.   Name three BPAL scents you hav tried, but are dying to get more of. Detox, Voodoo Queen, Candy Butcher   Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? I would do this more if I could get stationary. LOL   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer? I love her Sorbettos. They are my favourite. I love her The Natural scent, and the Avast, and the Cotton candy one (name is escaping me) I like fruity or foodie scents.   Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? I'm planning on planting some Dill, Thyme, Basil, Mint and Catnip on my balcony. I'd love seeds of any of these, or a little in home garden kit of some sort. Do you like sample sized things? Think lipgloss, mascara, bodylotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth. Love little samples of body lotion or scrubs.   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? I have not, but I'm always up to try new sugar scrubs. (even if I don't need a new place to shop from) Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? I use them to wash my hands in the bathroom, and I have a ton at the moment.   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? Never tried it, would try a scrub. Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? I actually boycott Lush.   Anyone a fan of Shiro Cosmetics? Any particular products? Eye shadow pigments in general? Never heard of this either, but I'm really interested in trying mineral eyeshadows and makeups. My eyes are green, and my hair is henna, I tend to wear golds, browns, purples and sometimes greens. Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott?Lush, a bunch of restaurants, (Actually I really try to avoid chain restaurants anymore) I'm really trying hard to Actively boycott Nestle, but dear gods they own a lot.   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? All the Japanese THINGS.   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? I'm not really on facebook except to catch up with my friends or post statuses. I have a few pages that I follow, but most of them end up not showing up in my feed.   Dr Who? Yes, yes, a thousand times yes.   How much do you like lipbalm? Flavored or unflavored? What are your favorite brands and flavors? I love it. But I've found my favourite brand, and I don't want anything else. I love Long Winter Farms (found on Etsy) lip balm. I have a few, could always use more, and I'm open to anything. Do you like and wear lipgloss? If yes, what colours? Nah, I find lipgloss to be too sticky. I stick with lip balm.   For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out? I've tried others, but honestly I prefer BPAL. 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. And if you had them and dislike them, can you name a few *other* tea companies you're into? Yes, Yes, a thousand times yes. I talk with Vennah a lot about Adagio and she's my friend on their website, she could give you insight into my tea preferences.   What about coffee? Would you like to get coffee send to you? Whole bean or ground? What are some varieties and/or flavors you enjoy No coffee thank you.   Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why? I adore Elizabeth the first. I think she was just a kick ass woman, and honestly the first woman I really knew about in history that did anything other than sit and darn socks. I would love to learn more about her, or more about other kickass women in history. Humm, I wonder if there's a coursica course on that...   If you were a Disney princess you would be?: My husband says Pocahontas, but I really love Jasmine and Merida. I can see myself being Belle, I really love books, and my husband can be a beast sometimes   Would you like a seashell from Florida? I am odd with seashells, I would say yes, if it's a perfect shell, that's like a chonch or similar. I don't really like flat shells. What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome? I want to do some chainmaille, would love to get some Aluminum jump rings, and some rubber rings to start to try and learn.
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Switch Witch Summer Blues 2013

This is the master question list, it will be updated once daily.   Friday July 5/13   Anything from Villainess that strikes your fancy, either from their update or from the GC?     Thursday July 4/13   If I wanted to include something for your fluffball, what would be good, and what should I stay away from?   Would homemade treats be something you'd like for your dog/cat?   If you get a long weekend this weekend... what are you doing with it? Staying in? Going out? Family? Friends? If you don't get a long weekend, are you OK with that, or a little sad? (If you are Canadian, apply this to last weekend).   Would you be interested in getting a kombucha starter and instructions on how to use it to easily make your own fermented, probiotic tea drink?   Wednesday July 3/13   Anything interesting from the new Paintbox Soapworks update for you?   What about recycled sari silk yarn, witches and witchees?   Sooo, the Blooddrop update (Aviary and Summer Simplicities). Anything you'd like from there?   DEAR FIBER AND YARN PEOPLE: I am going back to Paradise Fibers today. They have like almost every type of fiber roving and dye and stuff available. If you're a spinner and have any fiber wishes, what would you like? Dyed or natural? Do you need dye? colors? brand?   Tuesday July 2/13   Every package has to have something blue in it. Blue can also be used to describe more risque humor...how would you rate your general sense of humor? Are you strictly PG-13, R-rated, NC-17?   Do you like puzzles? What kind? Jigsaw, word, etc?   Monday July 1/13   I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound?   If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose? Summer notes listed here and you can click through to the whole list from there. http://www.hausofgloi.com/blogs/blog/7994413-new-summer-single-notes   QUESTION! Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like?   QUESTION! If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? The price is unimportant, not because I'm rich, but because I'd like some inspiration.   Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art faire. any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists   How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it?   Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined?   Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelery give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies?   Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough?   Question: I make my own hair gloss, would you like some detangling and very shiny hair gloss made by me? This is a 'cone rich blend, not the least bit natural.   Thursday June 27/13   I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? For nut-haters, they have nutless Roca For the no-sugar folks they have sugar-free as well.   I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there?   How do you feel about home-canned goods?   Do you like BPTP clothing? What size do you wear of:   Baby-doll T's Regular T's yoga pants   Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? Or other clothes from BPTP?   What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have?   Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: DVD, Blu-Ray, or something in the cloud (like Amazon, iTunes, Flixster, etc)?   -Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? -Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? -What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? -Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ?   Do you like audiobooks? If so, do you have/would you like to try Audible? (I'm an addict, myself.)   Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves?     Wednesday June 26/13   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself?   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you?Did you say food??   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself?   Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you?   I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy?   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams?   If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)?   So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion?   Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any?     Tuesday June 25/13   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams?   If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need?   What styles of artwork do you like?   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs?   Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces?   The Conjure Oils update (http://conjureoils.com/emporium.htm) looks absolutely fabulous...I didn't know she made soaps and candles and whanot. Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like?   What is your favorite color?   What is your favorite season?   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be?   Monday June 24/13   Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you?   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter?   Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)?   Ninjas or Pirates? Werewolves or vampires? Zombie or Cthulhu?   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go?   Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items?   Sunday June 23/13   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf?   Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like?   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking?   If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you?   Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer?   Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it?   Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like?   What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try?   Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? (I'm asking because if they did, you might mention them elsewhere, but if not, the imagery might be helpful)   Sorry I missed yesterday, here are the questions: Saturday June 22/13   Put your mp3 player/online music/itunes/etc on random and list the next 10 songs here:   what is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful.   How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer?   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for?   Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia?   Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor?   What style is your sense of humour?   Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any?   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try?   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling?   What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have?   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? (http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/EmpireEdibles?ref=top_trail)   Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit?   Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc   Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type?   What fandoms do you belong to?   What cheers you up?   Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by?   What question do you hate to answer?   What is the best compliment you have/could receive?   Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country.   Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one?   What's your favourite comfort food(snack or candy etc) and/or drink?   Would you be interested in someone writing out for you a favourite recipe, or finding or devising one which they think you'd like? If so, please provide your favourite ingredients, info on how you like to cook/store and use food, and any intolerances - unless all of these are in your questionnaire, or you don't like the idea. (I'm not saying I'd definitely do this, unless someone is keen, and it wouldn't be the only gift). I guess for other witches this might include something like a knitting pattern - not my thing but would you like that? Or indeed would you like a picture created for you (if so what kind) or a story written? (sorry if this feels a bit Spanish Inquisition!)   If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have?   Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in?   What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home?   Are your ears pierced?   Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get?   Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!?     Thursday June 20/13   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are   How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)?   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average?   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?)   Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure?   Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both?   Wednesday June 19/13   If you could have one rare bpal which one would you choose?   (Feel free not to answer, I know it's not a standard one!) Are you kinky?   Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands?   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African?   Do you like Sockdreams? If so, what styles would you prefer? (You can also link your wishlist.)   Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color?   What is your favorite shade of blue?   Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for?   If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be?   What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth?   Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks?   If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please dont hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send!   Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library?   Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? (Examples: pen-and-paper journal keeping, tea/coffee drinking, morning yoga, nightly bedtime reading. I'm kind of thinking on things that would be dear to you and might need small supplies or could use certain extras. )   Do you wear nailpolish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands?   Name three BPAL scents you hav tried, but are dying to get more of.   Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love?   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer?   Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow?   Do you like sample sized things? Think lipgloss, mascara, bodylotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth.   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like?   Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like?   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you?   Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued?   Do witches prefer the answers posted here, but a more cherry-picked number of questions answered, or a more exhaustive list posted in the blog, which means posting here much less?   Anyone a fan of Shiro Cosmetics? Any particular products? Eye shadow pigments in general?   Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott?   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there?   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like?   Monday June 17/13   Dr Who?   How much do you like lipbalm? Flavored or unflavored? What are your favorite brands and flavors?   Do you like and wear lipgloss? If yes, what colours?   For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out?   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. And if you had them and dislike them, can you name a few *other* tea companies you're into?   What about coffee? Would you like to get coffee send to you? Whole bean or ground? What are some varieties and/or flavors you enjoy   Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why?   If you were a Disney princess you would be?:   Would you like a seashell from Florida?   What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome?
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Switch Witch Summer '13 help!

We are in our house! AIIIEEEEEEEEEE!!!! No more poopy apartment for us! No more noisy neighbors! no more creepy guys walking past our window! (And I will fill in the answers to the questions I pasted in here, right now, there is no internet at home, so I'll be a bit behind until we get that hooked up. Ask skyelyric if you need help with something and its not in my blog. We babble a lot, and she's your best bet for knowing me.)   In case the linky doesn't work when you get my questionairre,Here is my Amazon wishlist. YAY!   And Bpal wishlist!   Monday July 1/13   I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound?   If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose? Summer notes listed here and you can click through to the whole list from there. http://www.hausofglo...er-single-notes   QUESTION! Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like?   QUESTION! If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? The price is unimportant, not because I'm rich, but because I'd like some inspiration.   Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art faire. any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists   How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it?   Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined?   Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelery give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies?   Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough?   Question: I make my own hair gloss, would you like some detangling and very shiny hair gloss made by me? This is a 'cone rich blend, not the least bit natural.       Thursday June 27/13   I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? For nut-haters, they have nutless Roca For the no-sugar folks they have sugar-free as well.   I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there?   How do you feel about home-canned goods?   Do you like BPTP clothing? What size do you wear of:   Baby-doll T's Regular T's yoga pants   Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? Or other clothes from BPTP?   What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have?   Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: DVD, Blu-Ray, or something in the cloud (like Amazon, iTunes, Flixster, etc)?   -Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? -Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? -What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? -Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ?   Do you like audiobooks? If so, do you have/would you like to try Audible? (I'm an addict, myself.)   Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves?   Wednesday June 26/13   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself?   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you?Did you say food??   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself?   Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you?   I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy?   If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)? Ummm...yes?   So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion? I'd probably choose soap, unless its in my scent likes. (I haven't checked out its notes.) I'm a lot more willing to use soaps that have notes that don't quite work for me.   Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any? I have one, and I like it, but I probably won't get any more.     What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams Ummm... Let's see. GC-not sure, nothing really comes to mind that I want more of LE- Red Sumatran Patchouli HTF LE-milk chocolate, cassia, and bacon   If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? none. I use the same hook for everything. Well, not quite, but I do have all the sizes I use.   What styles of artwork do you like? I like art!   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? sure!   Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? Is mexican vanilla good/expensive? Then, no. Mr. Boy would just waste it. I had two bottles of vanilla in the cupboard, a teeny bottle of expensive pure vanilla that was really amazing, and a big giant bottle of cheap extra. He poured all the pure stuff into his glass of coke, to make it taste good and use up the small bottle. There was quite a bit of it left before he had his glass of vanilla coke. No I only buy the cheap kind that comes in a big bottle, he goes through it too fast and thinks it all tastes the same.   The Conjure Oils update (http://conjureoils.com/emporium.htm) looks absolutely fabulous...I didn't know she made soaps and candles and whanot. Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like? Sure! Ha ha ha ha!   What is your favorite color? Colors are good!   What is your favorite season? Christmas! Its the perfect excuse to cover the house with lights and a good thick layer of gaudiness!   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? I dunno about living anywhere. I think I'd rather travel and come back to this area. Maybe stay somewhere if I found a place that appealed. Look at that! Another non-answer that fills lots of space!   Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! That sounds like feelings!   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? buy glittery nail polish and eat candy until I don't feel good anymore!   Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? yum! All flavors!   Ninjas or Pirates? pirates! That roam as ninjas at night! Piejas! Rogue pie flingers that disappear when you look for them, only leaving behind the scent of rum! Werewolves or vampires? I hate what sparkles have done to the vampire genre, so I say werewolves. Zombie or Cthulhu? probably Zombie (I'm a fan of the resident evil movies)   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? I want it however you want to give it me! Yay!   Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? absolutely! 12" squares in acrylic yarn is something I'm collecting for a bpal-made afgan! Otherwise, mittens! I asked everyone for mittens for christmas. Christmas came. no mittens. (Not complaining, I got lots of nice stuff!) If you are mitten inclined...I have large hands. I have to wear the xl plastic gloves-I can squeeze into a large, but its tight. Think big man-hands! amigurumi would be fun-a little monster! Scarves and hats are nice too. I do prefer machine washability for wearable items. And I haven't found a wool blend yet that hasn't given me welts, so no wool please.   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf? I'm not really a quotey sort of person, so nothing comes to mind.   Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? Starbucks always tastes burnt to me. Mr. Boy really likes thier via thingers though, so if you work there or get a discount, you could send me some and then he'd get a present (which isn't necessary, but he gets whatever I don't want to eat out of my snack boxes and gets a kick out of that). I do like Caribou coffee though, we have that chain here and its delicious!   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? I think skyelyric could help. She's my babble friend!   If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? I wouldn't cry over it! Same thing, if my witch chooses not to reveal, I'll be ok!   Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? No thank you! I like candles, because they are fire. Yay fires!   Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? yes!   Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? food is good! Is it food? candy? NOM! I do not like olives or banana flavor (though Mr. Boy enjoys both, so if I got olives or banana something, I would just tell him that he got a present from my witch!). No olive fudge please! I don't think he'd eat that.   What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? Will not look! Feel free to buy me things! I am easy!   Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? (I'm asking because if they did, you might mention them elsewhere, but if not, the imagery might be helpful) I don't know about imagery and such, but I thought Hellhound on My Trail sounded awesome, and I spent quite a bit for a bottle of it on ebay. And its bland/fades instantly on me. Very disappointing.   Put your mp3 player/online music/itunes/etc on random and list the next 10 songs here: HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA! My ipod's screen is broken. I mash buttons and make it play stuff. I can't get it to shuffle right now. I refuse to get a new one until this one doesn't work at all anymore. (Mr. Boy was hinting that he'd buy me a new one, but I said "mine's still good yet!") I'll try to remember to come back to this, when my all the pieces of my computer at home are found, and put together.   what is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful. I love my toucan can opener! How sad is that? My favorite thing is my can opener?! Egad! I need help!   How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer? Not really sure yet, we haven't even gotten our furniture in place yet. Probably nothing huge. Maybe 11x14 for the absolute biggest.   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Sure! Stores are nice! They have things in them! I like things!   Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? Yes! All of them! I have quite a few spice jars from girasol left yet, but any candies/snacks, books, magazines and memorabilia are awesome!   Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? Fuck no!   What style is your sense of humour? I am funny!   Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? Games are super-fun! I've found, that I prefer fairly simple ones, that don't take long to play. I could use a copy of Zombie Dice (I got that for my brother for Christmas, and it was really fun).   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? I went ahead and ordered decants from ones I wanted from ralenth!   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling? Not exactly. I know I've felt that, but I can't think of any right now. I used to pretend I was Anne from Anne of Green Gables.   What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? Ummm...there are some on my amazon list... otherwise, I gave away my copy of The Graveyard Book by neil gaiman, I could use a new one-paperback is prefered-its easier to hold while snuggled up in bed.   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? (http://www.etsy.com/...s?ref=top_trail) I'm sure I would, with a name that includes Edibles! Food is one of my most favorite things!   Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? I like fridge magnets. And we have lots of room for them. They don't have to be from locations. And if they are sassy, that makes them extra good. Swearing on them is ok too, I have several of those!   Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc I'd probably only be sad if there was no present at all.   Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? Not so much.   What fandoms do you belong to? BPAL!   What cheers you up? Depends. If I'm really mad, the movie "God Bless America" makes me happy. (And I don't have that on dvd, but could use a copy-currently its available streaming on Netflix.) If I'm sad, watching videos of cows chasing rc cars makes me laugh, so does animals jumping on trampolines, or running and frolicing (frolic-ing? that looks weird...you know what I mean). If really sad, I'll just wallow in it and read/watch things that make me cry.   Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? Like a ghost? I dunno...the state fair? A flea market? Someplace with odd/interesting things to see, and where the stuff changes a lot. Please keep all your ghosties, I don't particularily care for supernatural things that go bump in the night. (I worked at a hardware store that was haunted, not much happened to me, but what did scared the daylights out of me.)   What question do you hate to answer? Stuff about feelings, or like the one below. Thinking is hard!   What is the best compliment you have/could receive? blaaaaaaarg! I don't know!   Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country. Yes!   Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! My purse right now, is a re-useable shopping bag, that the size for a bottle of wine and maybe a loaf of italian bread. I'm stylish! Before that, I used a denim tote bag. I've been wanting a plain canvas tote bag for carrying library books, plain so I cover it with all the patches/pins that witches have given me.   What's your favourite comfort food(snack or candy etc) and/or drink? Mmmmm! Food! I'd say a nice mac 'n cheese is generally what I'll go for when I am glum or only slightly ill. Also, I like it when I am happy, and not ill at all! (I'll buy the frozen ones that you bake, because they're really good, and then I don't have to make a white sauce. I've been meaning to find a good/easy recipe for a mac.)   Would you be interested in someone writing out for you a favourite recipe, or finding or devising one which they think you'd like? If so, please provide your favourite ingredients, info on how you like to cook/store and use food, and any intolerances - unless all of these are in your questionnaire, or you don't like the idea. (I'm not saying I'd definitely do this, unless someone is keen, and it wouldn't be the only gift). I guess for other witches this might include something like a knitting pattern - not my thing but would you like that? Or indeed would you like a picture created for you (if so what kind) or a story written? (sorry if this feels a bit Spanish Inquisition!) Mmmm! please! I love recipes and have quite a nice little pile of cookbooks. Generally, I don't do really fussy/time consuming recipes. I like to cook food, and eat it. I do not like fennel, not a big fan of cilantro. Mr. Boy hates melons. (Except mine of course! Hee hee hee!) I'm a fan of desserts too, and I'll occasionally make something a little more fussy there. I cannot make gravy, and I curse whoever came up with the idea of pie crusts.   If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? I would nap a lot, watch tons of crap tv, and work on crafting projects. I'm assuming we're talking about having enough money to not have to work? Then we'll add in traveling. Lots of time sitting in quiet, secluded spots. Maybe take up stained glass, or kiln work. or something with torches. Plus, I'd like to blow things up with dynomite.   Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in? Nothing that I can think of. I'm not really involved in anything. If people are selling something for their group, or a charity, I'll buy it, but I don't really seek them out.   What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? Our dishes are rainbow. But not all colors on one dish. Its FiestaWare, with 2 red plates, two orange, ect. I do entertain a bit, but I really have all the party plates/servers that I need, and there isn't enough room to store any more. (Unless you already found me something...then give it to me, I'll make room!)   Are your ears pierced? Yes. I have one set of holes that I change earrings in. Then I have 3 holes in the cartilage that I leave hoops in, on one ear. And the other ear has an industrial.   Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? Handmade...sure! And in my amazon wishlist, I have my precious little Poppet dollies that I love.   Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!? I just have Mr. Boy (and he's my husband), he doesn't need any special treats. If I have something to eat, I'll usually share it a bit with him. He doesn't mind not getting presents.   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are Ummm....a bunch of nail polish blogs, sometimes I'll look at Cake Wrecks.   How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? We have many coolers. I've tried doing the picnic thing with Mr. Boy, but to him....picnic means buying a couple of sandwiches from the gas station and eating them in a park. So, while it sounds fun, it probably wouldn't get used.   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? Most likely, I'd be the one edging toward the door, trying to get away from them all. They'd likely be too busy playing on thier smart phones to notice me leaving. Not to say everyone with a smart phone is like that, but I see it a lot here. Any chance they can get, they're playing with it. I probably will also be the only one who has never been on Facebook. And I'll smell better and more interesting than them all! YAY!   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) Sure! Ha ha ha ha!   Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? Yes, Yes, and yes. (Though Mr. Boy can cook a few things.)   Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? Both. Though with the YA books, they have to be somewhat well-written ones. (I really liked the Hunger Games ones, Ender's Game, and Harry Potter.)     If you could have one rare bpal which one would you choose? Honestly, I can't think of one that I have been wanting really badly. It might be fun to be able to smell some of them at some point, but usually the ones people are clamoring for, are ones I end up not liking so much.   (Feel free not to answer, I know it's not a standard one!) Are you kinky? I'm afraid that I'm vanilla.   Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? Yes! Non-florals are my favorites! Not picky on brands or quality. Really cheap candles end up in the bathroom. Fancy candles are for the rest of the house. (I consider Yankee Candle to be fancy, and the $5 giant jars that you can get at Walmart type stores to be cheap.)   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? Sure! I like local stuff, and learning/seeing stuff that comes from another country. I'm particularily fond of tasting new things, new music is excellant, items that tourists normally buy are fun. Ok! I like everything! YAY!   Do you like Sockdreams? If so, what styles would you prefer? (You can also link your wishlist.) One that would fit my fat calves and giant feet? I haven't tried Sockdreams! I am festively plump, so they would need to be plus sized ones.   Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? I think I'm ok on them. I have a whole big basket full of them!   What is your favorite shade of blue? Blue! Yay!   Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? I have an ice cream maker. I think they make mixes for that!   If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? how to pack things so I could find them later? (I'm having issues finding things I NEED right now.) Ummmm....I think my brain may be full right now, because I can't really think of anything new I would like to do. I would like to pick up some of the things that I left behind again, and I will do that once I finish unpacking.   What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? GIMMMMMEEEEEEEE!!!!!   Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks? Nope. I like paper!   If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please dont hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send! Wool (even the really nice blended stuff) gives me hives if I wear it or snuggle with it. Please no licorice flavors. Everything else is good!   Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library? I do, I think I have all the ones I want to play. I have a Wii, and mostly I play the sports or sports resort, or a lego game. I think I have all the lego game ones that are made for the wii.     Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? (Examples: pen-and-paper journal keeping, tea/coffee drinking, morning yoga, nightly bedtime reading. I'm kind of thinking on things that would be dear to you and might need small supplies or could use certain extras. ) I read for a bit before sleeping, with a little flashlight!   Do you wear nailpolish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands? Yes, yes, yes, and yes!   Name three BPAL scents you hav tried, but are dying to get more of. Tricksy bath oil, more Tricksy bath oil, and all the Tricksy bath oil! Ha ha ha! Ummm...if you could scrounge up a bit more of the bacon, chocolate and cassia, that would be nice.   Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? No, I'm a dud! I use little notecards for in swap packages, but that's about it!   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer? Mmmmm! Tarty's stuff is awesome! I have not tried any of her cold process soaps, and her scrubbies are my favorite scrubbies! (I have lots of scrubbies and soaps right now, but that doesn't mean I wouldn't squee over more!)   Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? I do! So far, we grow a yard full of clovers and weeds instead of grass. There is one lilly looking thing that I'm waiting for it to bloom. It should open soon. We're not really going to do anything to the yard this summer. We have a few things we have to do on the house, so I'm not really in a position to get seeds/plants yet.   Do you like sample sized things? Think lipgloss, mascara, bodylotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth. Sure do! I get Birchbox to get more samples! Tiny things are fun. I can pretend I'm a giant!   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? I have not, I would like some products or scents! Ha ha ha ha ha ha! I am easy!   Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? I do! I have a bunch of solid soaps, but I never turn down more! I like the kinds that clean my dirty hands or body!   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? Sure! But I am not looking, and you can't make me! I'm pretty easy to please...I'm really excited to get stuff in the mail, and I'm generally not a picky person at all!   Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? Lush's products are nice, but the seem overpriced to me. I can get things just as nice for cheaper off of etsy or other stores.   Anyone a fan of Shiro Cosmetics? Any particular products? Eye shadow pigments in general? I don't think I have any of their stuff yet, I like products and eye shadow pigments!   Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott? Red Lobster, but that's a service issue at one we went to. I'll probably go back there after a few years, but I'm punishing them right now.   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? I am intrigued by the talk of interesting flavored kitkats! Also, gummy candies that are tasty! Please keep all your dried fish snacks, and I'm not that fond of the little dried bugs and squids.   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? I do not have FB, and you can't make me!   Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why? me! I am the bestest!   If you were a Disney princess you would be?: Disney princess's suck! I distinctly remember hating Aurora from Sleeping Beauty. She was so bland and not really even a person. I was pissed when the dragon-fairy got killed. I really wanted her to win. So, I like Maleficent, she was my first example of a strong woman who knew what she wanted and kicked ass in her attempt to do so. If only she had chosen her helpers more wisely. (If you insist on me picking a princess, I'd have to guess Belle, I like books.)   Would you like a seashell from Florida? If I got one, I would most likely throw it in a fish tank. (I'd boil it first, and then file off any sharp points.) But don't feel like you have to send one! I'm good either way!   What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome? My craft project docket, is more of a mountain. I have started projects, almost finished ones, supplies for ones I might started. And even piles of stuff that's done but just needs the finishing things done to them. I have a bit of crafting add. There a few projects I want to do for this round of witching. So, craft goodies that would be welcome...just about anything! Ha ha ha! Scrap-booking stuff-papers, hole punches, fun scissors, stamps, ink pads, and of that sort of stuff. Yarns! All sorts, I am not particular with what I use. Pretty beads/rocks for jewelry. Random bits of stuff, that I can use on other things! Honestly, with the exception of a knitting needle, I can probably find a use for any supply!     Dr Who? Not really a fan. Unless you have a real Sonic Screwdriver that works like the one in the show. Then I want that!   How much do you like lipbalm? Flavored or unflavored? What are your favorite brands and flavors? I always have one or two in my pocket. Flavored! I have quite a pile of them that aren't in my pocket, but I would still squee over new ones.   Do you like and wear lipgloss? If yes, what colours? Yes. I'm more about the texture though. If its a sticky one, I won't wear it. I'm a a fan of the tinted lip balms too. I really love the Clinque chubby sticks, and that sort of stuff. Generally, not-dark colors will be used more than dark ones.   For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out? Sure! I have a few Solstice Scents that I like, and a couple of Villainess. So, I'm up for other companies. I usually don't hunt them down, but I've really like all the ones previous witches gifted me.     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. And if you had them and dislike them, can you name a few *other* tea companies you're into? I love Adagio! I have many, many of thier teas. So, I would say, I would be more likely to use the tea bag varity right now, I have more looseleaf than I'll get to for a while. And I only use bags at work. I have a nice big selection of their chais in bag forms. I like flavored stuff. Fruit flavors in green teas would be fun-I don't have any of them. Ok...so anything except for really floral things. I'm not a fan of jasmines, and don't care much for licorice if its the main flavor. (I had a Lavendar Earl Grey that was really tasty, so I don't necessarily have a blanket ban on stuff with some florals.) I'm all out of vanilla flavored teas.   (And, relatedly) What about coffee? Would you like to get coffee send to you? Whole bean or ground? What are some varieties and/or flavors you enjoy? Sure! We can use both whole or ground beans. No preference. Varieties and flavors are nice! (We don't care for Starbucks coffee beans though, they always have a burnt taste to them.) Mr. Boy also enjoys instant coffee too, so if you've got a packet of it floating around, he'd be happy to drink it for you.   Not asked yet, but I forgot it on my questionairre: Nailpolish Give them to me! yay! I will give a good home to them, even half used up ones and ones that you didn't like. I like them all! If I'm buying them, I try to keep to the less smelly ones. I'm a big fan of the new textured ones. I don't have any of the China Glaze Textures or any of the Zoya Pixie dust. I have a pretty decent selection of the OPI Textures. I could also use more topcoat (I'm not picky on the brand), and more of the Qtica quick dry drops.
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Switch Witch 2013 Spring

I think I will simply update this post rather than continually making new ones, easier for my Witch to follow me thinks....   When I did my questionnaire, I didn't add a few links cause I tend not to use them much (except for my library list, that one I use all the time and keep regularly updated). Not sure if it helps, but I'm adding a few here. Feel free to ignore them LOL!!! I certainly don't expect any one thing on these lists or even within these answers. It's just hat maybe in answering, something about me might be triggered that might help. Feel free to ask anything you might need clarification on.   http://blackphoenixtradingpost.com/my-lists/view-wishlists/?wlid=2105   https://www.etsy.com/people/skeinbrain/favorites?ref=pr_faves   http://nileslibrary.bibliocommons.com/list/show/81205459_goodbead/81208959_books_i_want_to_read   https://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/14E31R9E7788S#page=1   http://pinterest.com/auntiezombie/boards/   Dr Who? Never seen it.   I always have lip balm with me...and I make my own. I love trying out other handmade ones, Burt's Bees, and other types of rather natural balm. Scented is great but not too foody - balm shouldn't overpower the BPAL or make one hungry!   Lip gloss that's not too gooey is great in sheer pinks and reds, perhaps a lighter plum or tawny color. My coloring allows for a lot of leeway in sheer colors. But I do sheer away from conventional brands due to all the toxic chemicals found in them.   I am a BPAL snob, as they are the only ones who I NEVER react to......but I have been frimped some other perfume oils I have liked. I will one day perhaps buy a bottle of Violette Market's Black Apple if it never comes my way LOL. I also adore the Perfume Balms from Mermade Magickal Arts, the Mermaid is divine and worthy of Beth's followers.   Adagio teas are great, and I love most any flavors. I just bought some cha cha and some rooibos earl grey. Would love to try any lavender or lemon flavors especially. I prefer green or herbal mostly, though I do black occasionally and I have used white when it's been gifted to me. I also love Teavana and The Tea Table.   Coffee is Satan's work on Earth.I can't even smell the stuff without getting nauseous. That is all.   Favorite female? Mmmmmm....I really like Claire from the Outlander series. I identified with Laura from the Little House books and Ozma from the Oz books when I was little LOL. Hecatate and Madame Curie would be inspirational women I relate to now.   I don't identify with any of the Disney princesses. I mean, they make a great story, but that's it. I guess Snow White is kinda cool, as she lived with all those dwarfs for a while. Shows she had a bit of kink and a wicked sense of humor about her.   I would love a seashell!   Crafts? Currently I am finishing some pjs out of Chicago Bears flannel, trying to finalize the design of a bronze toned/insect themed necklace, trying to finish my cousin's knitted shawl before the weather gets cold again LOL, and the never-ending paper crafts. I want to make a 3D bus for my dad (he's a retired bus driver) as well.   Rare BPAL? I guess more Banshee Beat. I have a partial bottle, but that isn't really enough. And I am not sure how rare it is, but Loviatar has been discontinued and I'd love to get a bottle of that.   Kinky? I think not.....but some might. Normal ranges greatly LOL. I do collet glass dildos and they are not just for decoration   I do enjoy scented candles BUT they must be made with real essential oils or plant extracts, not artificial chemical fragrances. I am obsessed with candles from White Magick Alchemy but they are sooo pricey   I am afraid I am pretty ignorant about South Africa, but would love to go there or have things from there. I dream of being able to travel the world, everywhere!   I am SO out of the loop, I only heard of Sockworks because of last fall's Switch Witch. I would absolutely adore getting socks from there! Anklets and mid-calf work best for me. Love cotton and wool best but anything goes except Angora - think I am allergic. I love lacy and novelty types.   No need for hair accessories.   My favorite shades of blue would be teal, aqua, and turquoise, but all color is beautiful to me.   I love to cook and use my blender often. No kitchen gadgets per se but I use a lot of adaptogenic herbs and healthy additions to smoothies like hemp seeds, cacao nibs, ashwaganda, etc.   New hobbies are my specialty LOL! I've always wanted to learn how to play guitar and take singing lessons. I already do beadwork, but I'd love to be able to add metalwork to my jewelry. I'd love to learn how to actually take the photographs I see in my mind when I look through the viewfinder LOL. And I have tried, but I think I need help learning how to spin, it's the one craft that eludes self-teaching for me. I also really want to learn a bit about art history one day.   I have a definite sweet tooth, but I do not indulge it too often. Good quality dark chocolates, harder chewy caramels, and homemade marshmallows rate high on my loves. I like to try new things too, as I am something of a foodie. Because I don't eat much of this stuff anymore, I prefer to not get the more mass produced stuff.   I own a Kindle Touch and would love getting books, but sadly I do not have a sense of what to guide you to title wise. I used to read voraciously but most my reading the last few years has been non-fiction. Most stuff that has come out in recent years I am not even aware of. I like well written things, a good story and griping emotional content. Would love to b surprised with some new authors.   I am very crafty myself, and adore and admire craftiness in others. I am open to most anything you make for me or have someone else make! This includes any home baked items as well.   I love playing real basic arcade video games, but find them to be rather addicting, so I avoid them most of the time. Srsly. Addicting. Can't tell you how many hours I spent on Tetris back in the day. I have a mah jong game on my computer right now that gets pulled out occasionally, and I was playing Luxor rather obsessively for a while before I switched to a Mac. I love the idea of games that make you think more, but have no idea what those would be LOL.   My life is crazily about ritual and habit. Every morning, the first thing I do is have a glass of my home brewed kombucha, usually with a TBSP of homemade elderberry syrup in it. I either juice or have a smoothie every day, usually for breakfast or lunch. Every night I have either a glass of golden milk or some apple cider vinegar in water. I try to meditate at least once a day, and to get some exercise of some sort as well. I always take a few minutes to reflect and connect to my personal spiritual space as well, often at my alter.I find comfort in focusing on small stones, tarot cards, and images of nature that appeal to me. I often burn incense in such reflective moments.   I haven't worn nail polish for years. My nails get a real workout at work and it never seems to last. In recent years I have wanted to occasionally wear it, but do not want the chemicals in so may brands. I would love to try some of the healthier ones like Aquarella, in pale or tawny pink or summery red, something not real intense LOL. You just can't get them in local stores and I haven't gotten around to ordering anything yet. One day. I love the look of crazier nail colors on others, not me and not at my age LOL.     Three BPAL scents I have tried, but am dying to get more of would be Banshee Beat, Loviatar, and French Tobacco. Would sacrifice small furry insects for some original Spanked LOL.   I almost never write letters anymore, because no one ever writes back! It's all electronic these days, sigh.   I am not into Paintbox Soapworks, as I am a soapmaker myself and am much more picky than most. That company I think is all glycerine bars, which are actually detergent and not really soap. Also, they use a lot of artificial fragrance oils. I am so picky because I have RA and avoiding these toxic inputs has a lot to do with why I am in remission. Most folks can use them no problem, and I probably could for a while,, but it's the constant barrage of them in our society that creates a problem for me, so I control what I can. I know, I am weird, but it works for me.   Sadly, I like in an apartment and do not have a garden, nor even a decent windowsill to grow herbs on.   Sample sizes are great for body stuff (creams, scrubs, etc) but not makeup or facial stuff. I think I'm just too picky on that front.   Never heard of Fortune Cookie Soap before!   I love handcrafted cold or hot processed soaps, preferable naturally scented or unscented ones. Especially milk soaps! I even use shampoo bars sometimes.   Never heard of Cocoa Pink before but the site looks interesting. I am always up to trying shower gels, soaps or scrubs and lotions/creams. Some of these answers are getting redundant....or is it the questions?!?   Loved the Lush products I got with a gift certificate years ago but couldn't tell you what they were LOL.   I don't wear much makeup, so Shiro Cosmetics is probably not for me. I have a mineral foundation that will probably last me the next decade, and I only rarely wear a lip color and mascara.   I don't boycott anything per se but I really dislike Walmart and despise Monsanto.....   I would kill to get my hands on a few of the famed green tea Kit Kats from Japan, maybe some Japanese fabric for a scarf? I love ethnic things in general, so local stuff from anywhere works for me!   I am on Facebook, but with less than 25 "friends" and I have a hard time keeping up with them, so I didn't share that info....BUT besides family and a few close friends, I also use Facebook to keep tabs on a few cottage industries (like svgcuts.com and Lettering Delights and Annemarie Giovanni) and ooodles of health and food chain related blogs and such. I love Joe Cross, Kris Carr, Frugally Sustainable, Food Renegade, the Blender Girl, those sorts of things. Most blog posts I read, I get a heads up on Facebook first lol.   I don't read literature or culture blogs at all (though if I had the time I would love to!), just mostly craft blogs like Under a Cherry Tree or Mod Paperie. I also love the Olfactory Rescue Service, Yeastspotting, Chocolate & Zucchini, and Chocolate Covered Katie.   I love the idea of an old fashioned picnic!! but sadly have no one to really do this with   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? Mmmm...this is a strange one LOL. For my age, I think I act sillier when I loosen up and have fun, but am overall more serious. At 48 I am still rather quiet unless I know most folks in a crowd - I was painfully shy through my late 20s and I swear I have never mastered certain social skills. I am just not good at small talk with strangers. But I HAVE gotten a lot better, and with one on one I do fine. In a crowd, I have to know folks to let the real me show through. I have an evil but intellectual sense of humor and enjoy witty reparte, and suffer fools as little as possible. WhenI can't escape them, they WILL feel my wrath. Might show through in that crowded room! I'd probaly be mistaken for the youngest in the room, one of the tiniest, though not the shortest. If it was a cocktail party, I'd be the only one not wearing heels. I'd be casually dressed, but nicer....less makeup but classier. Better jewelry LOL - since I make it. Probably smarter than most, but more informed.Except for pop culture - on that stuff, others might think I'm a complete idiot! And I'd smell better   I am a BPAL snob, so Haus of Gloi doesn't really interest me. Unless they do bath products as well?   I cook, love to cook, and do it all since I live alone. I love to play, try new recipes, and find it relaxing. Sometimes I hate to come home after a long day at work and have to figure out what to cook for dinner, or just don't feel up to it, but if I am not rushed or tired, I find it theraputic. I make a lot of fermented foods (sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, pickles), bake with wild yeast, and am always concocting a new smoothie. I have a lot of kitchen tools and gadgets, but can always use cute kitchen towels (not terry cloth) and good wooden spoons.   I definitely prefer to read adult books, but I have been known to read YA on occasion. I never heard of Neil Gaimen before BPAL, so I read Coraline when those scents came out. I have a couple others of his on my Kindle but haven't read them yet LOL. Day after I wrote that, I started American Gods. Really digging it so far. The other I have on there is Good Omens.   My kitchen is all boring white and beige, so I tend to brighten it up with colorful kitchen towels and accessories. I don't entertain though, as my apartment is ridiculously too small for that.   Pierced ears here!   I find stuffies and such adorable, but really when they are more on the artsy side. I have a couple someone made just for me and those are real special. If it's an owl or chicken, I want it!   If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? Oh my goodness, I could go on forever! I mean, I'm the type who taches themselves out of books and now off the internet. I love to learn. With more time, I would travel. EVERYWHERE. Learn languages. LOTS of them. Learn more crafts, especially the "lost" ones of more traditional societies, like spinning and pottery and such. Run a sustainable organic farm and live off only my own food for a while. Only a while - because the world is too big to limit yourself like that. I love the great course sold by The Teaching Company, and would start with those....them learn more about my favorite subjects. I'd study geology, chemistry, archeology, physics, literature, nutrition, art, music, learn to play ooodles of instruments, throw AMAZING parties, make my own wines and beers and oh my so much more I can't even think of it all right now!!!   I love bags! Have and use a tons of those recyclable ones, and I like heavy duty canvas ones that are roomy. I don't drive, and I walk everywhere, and I eat healthy so I am constantly carrying bags of produce home (anywhere from 15-30 min walk depending where I go). I like a bag that has handles long enough to go over my shoulders without hanging too far down. But I am also fascinated with purses, though I really don't have more than a couple. I love leather and fabric ones, especially if they are in unusual shapes. I prefer big enough to fit a checkbook wallet, but none of those huge hobo bag type thingies.   My favorite comfort food is ice cream or chocolate. Or french fries, but I bake 'em. And for drinking, well, a good hot cup of tea in the winter and a glass of red wine in the summer.   Would you like anything from an European country? Yes, anything. I would love it if it spoke of some regional aspect!!   What fandoms do you belong to? Does this forum count as a fandom?!? If not, then....none.   What cheers you up? Acting silly with my friends or family, goofy romcoms, eating a meal of great food, hiking around in nature.   Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? I'd most likely haunt family that I though could handle the attention. I'd hate to be haunted by anything malevolent.   I HATE answering "favorite" questions. My tastes are varied and eclectic, so I usually don't have favorites per se. Tastes must trend over time, true, but my favorite of the moment will change.   Best compliment I could receive is when someone acknowledges something I have worked real hard on, something that has lots of meaning to me.   Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? I have a good little collection of Tarot cards, but no runes. Not sure how to use them LOL but somehow would still love a good set of those. And a pendulum, that's be neat! I also would love a black-backed mirror in a cool frame. Divination is something I want to spend more time on in the future.   Question: Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? No, not at all! This is about having fun, so HAVE FUN WITH IT!!! If I dearly want something, I will get it myself, or find a way to get it, right? These answers are all about you trying to get a handle on someone you've never really interacted with is all. It's al good!   QUESTION!: Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? Nah, but I do like to get tee shirts. I really haven't been too many places, mostly for financial reasons. So, when I do get somewhere off the beaten path, a tee or sweatshirt is in order. Maybe not small, but it's something sentimental cause I was THERE. If someone is sending me something, postcards are great.   Empire Edibles looks grand, as do many sellers of quality edible yummies on Etsy!   What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? The Last Best Cure by Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Immune System Recovery Plan by Susan Blum, and Maddaddam by Margaret Atwood.   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling? Not really....well, maybe just a little bit with Claire in the Outlander series. She's got spunk, wit, smarts, ingenuity, and just a wee bit of a temper.   Oh, yeah, by the way, peoples, do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? Would you like to receive subversive crochet/cross stitch/ etc., or would this not get much love in your household? No problems per se, but I try to keep it toned down around others so as not to offend. Working retail, i have to be careful LOL. Household stuff....mmm. Just not sure about that. Would find it funny, sure, but do I want to really display it? Prolly not.   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? I am running a decant circle on The Song of Nature, so Im will ge to smell those enough to know if I need a bottle of anything. But truth, nothing jumps out as a must have. I think I will be ordering the Sweet Pea SN and would like to get the Hungry Moon, but haven't decided yet if I will indulge. Lunacys are iffy with me, but I'm thinking I could always turn around and sell it if it didn't work out...   Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? Since I live alone and don't have folks over ever, I'm not much into these. Love playing some when at others, but no real favs.   What style is your sense of humour? Warped, twisted, slightly dark and sick sometimes, often silly.   Is there anything from Australia you would like? Russell Crowe. Delivering me a case of Bundeburg ginger ale and some Tim Tams. Shirtless. Really - I hear he'll be single again shortly, so here's his chance. It's only a what, 20 hour plane ride from Sydney to Chicago.....I'll meet him at the airport. I'm only 9 months younger than him, so we're a good match. Yup.   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Sure. I would use ones for Kohl's, Target, Old Navy.   How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer? prolly around 16 x 20" would be a max   Question: what is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful. Prolly my computer, it is a gateway to everything. Entertainment, communications, fun, research, you name it. Second would be my Cougar Cat cutting machine, because it is so darn practical and helps me create great papery things.   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? Not really.....I tend to read more than I talk, but I am trying real hard to overcome that!   If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? Not a ton, but the ninja aspect is sort of fun! I love how much everyone tried to remain anonymous. I was completely clueless last round, and I had bought AND sold items with my witch! So I might be prety easy to fool, ha!   I do have a burner to use waxmelts and tarts, though I don't use it often. But I do like them!   I love hot chocolate but not in the summer, then I am all about the cold drinks.   Um, sorry, but Spoonfudge sounds sort of gross. Regular, artisianal fudge I love in small doses, but the whole jar concept freaks me out ever so slightly. I picture HUGE folks eating it that way......   Never had any Moonalisa. I am sort of a BPAL snob when it comes to perfume oil, but I think these are the folks that have the body glossing oil? Would like to try one of those.   Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? Off hand I can't think of one....   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf? Lots of them....I'll try to remember to put a few here. I never remember them, so it's more like a coming across things...   STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Nay. Even walking in there makes me sort of ill,, smelling the coffee not good   Ninjas or Pirates? Pirates!   Werewolves or Vampires? Eh, I prefer Zombies. My niece and nephew call me Auntie Zombie!   Zombie or Cthulhu? Zombies, but Cthulhu makes a very close second these days   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? My preference would be for a bunch of smaller packages, but seriously it is up to you. This is YOUR game!! A series of things strewn out mkaes for more excitement I think, but there can be other constraints on a Witch so you do what works for you. Srsly, I am not hard to impress.   Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? YES!!! Love knitted socks, shawls, cowls, mittens or wrist warmers. I love softer wools like merino, alpaca, cashmere, and the funkier soft fibers like bamboo and corn silk, etc. Love silk and the crazy fibers like llama and buffalo, too....if you win the lottery during SW LOL. Even cottons have their place. I believe I am allergic to angora, while mohair usually makes me itchy. Color - well, I love color and anything you pick will be welcome. Srsly. I love it all!   Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? Yes, but they are an odd lot of motley creatures LOL. Dragonflies and maidenflies, just because. I often see them pictured with compasses on the open seas. I even used that imagery for an icon once when I was doing an online graphic arts class, and my name there was Navigator so that was sorta cool. I also think of owls as a sort of totem. Didn't do it consciously, but when my grandmother got terminally ill, I started seeing her in all the owls I saw (she collected owls). I now have a decent collection of owls myself. I am highly attracted to the concept of Hectate and the whole Crossroads idea. The moon holds more magic for me than the sun. I have learned affection for Bluebirds, as my dad used to do bluebird house monitoring in nature areas and sometimes I would tag along. Gorillas and eagles are also close to my heart in a more than I just like them kind of way. As far as symbols, I love pentacles and infinity OO and the triple goddess/moon phases )O( and dancing goddess images. That's the long answer. Short - dragonflies and owls and pentacles LOL.   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? Blast some real great, hyper oldies and dance away with the curtains drawn cause I can't dance but it's more about letting off the stream and moving in the moment.....then a nice long walk if weather permits, or a long hot bath if not. Followed by a cordial glass of vintage port. That's damn good therapy there.   Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type? Absolutely! I don't drink soda except for very rare treats, and then it is all about some regional specialty. I love a spicy ginger ale/beer, or a good root beer.   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? Mmm.....I think Hagsgate, Variety of Pleasing Amusements, and the original Spanked.   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? Oh yes, this would be nice   Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? Vanilla, no thank you, I have a great source for Mexican Tahitian and other types LOL. But silver? Bring it on!! I don't really wear the many rings I own since I've been working in a fabric store the last 8 years and just got out of the habit even on my own time, but necklaces or pendants, oh yeah baby! I have a few nice chains, too, so a bailed pendant works well for me too.   Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like? I've never had anything form Conjure Oils, so I am clueless LOL. The whips and lotions look interesting but not the perfume oils.   If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? I has them all. Srsly. Even a few nice exotic wood ones in the most used sizes.   What styles of artwork do you like? I like nature scenes, woods and prairie and mountain scenes best. Also goddess imagery and some modern stuff, but my tastes aren't well defined. I cannot stand a lot of modern as well LOL. I like Georgia O'Keeffe and some impressionist stuff.   What is your favorite color? changes a lot, but right now I'd say turquoise or teal   What is your favorite season? fall, I love the changing colors and the letting up of hot weather, as well as the full swing head-on harvest season   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? wow…the possibilities! Maybe Sydney? Seattle? Hard to say as I have been so few places LOL   Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? not really, I am more interested in the Twilight update at this point....intrigued by the Cootie spray and some oils - Discipline, Emotional Healing, Fortitude, Cooling, Meditation, and Paratus bath oil   I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? not enough to get LOL. wanna try one maybe? but a bag'd go to waste I am afraid   What do you love about summer (even if it’s your least-favorite season)? getting around everywhere, the Farmer's Markets, and the neighborhood fairs   For those of you who are big readers: Are there any books that just came out (like within the last two months) or are about to come out during this round that you're really looking forward to? sadly I am so out of touch re new books…but I understand from the forum that there is a new Neil Gaiman and I wanna read that. If there's ay recent Margaret Atwood, I'd like that too. Her latest I've read is Orac & Crake (or whatever it's called -a great book!)   If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)? Um, I haven't had a working tv in about a year. Got one from a cousin but there's no reception to any network channels, just this weird Asian language channel, MOM, and a religious zealot broadcast. I was kinda WTF???? I mostly use it for its big screen and movie watching LOL. I love the idea of cable but wouldn't spend enough time watching to justify the price for one person. So, no. I love to watch movies though, and may be ever so slightly obsessed with Russell Crowe and Viggo Mortensen.   So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion? ha! sounds hilarious, but I am not familiar with the product   Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any? while I can appreciate the beauty in some of them, I rally dislike them on principle. My tastes meander so, I can't imagine the permanence of committing to one. I also am not into pain and not sure I could GET one LOL. I tend to not want to date guys who have obvious tats but lots of friends and family have them   I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? I LOVE almond rosa - haven't had the other   I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there? mmmm, jerky   How do you feel about home-canned goods? Pickles? Ketchup? Mustard? Jam? Marmalade? Absolute love, especially for the less sweet ones (I just got a couple years worth - for me! - of jams in another swap LOL. I love them but I will go through them slowly) pickled anything is grand, and I love home canned goods   Do you like BPTP and BPTP clothing? yes and I added a BPTP wishlist link to the top of this post because I realized we can now do that!! I love small baby dolls and hair gloss and bath oil in particular   Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? want the Harvest Moon 2012 SO bad! Almost bought it but didn't, and have regretted it ever since   Is there a particular movie genre that you like, and what format would you prefer? I prefer DVD and like most all except the "in the hood" stuff, either comedy or gangsta, I just don't get it   Do you like audiobooks? nah…I have 2 from when I first got my Kindle, they were free but I still haven't listened to them. I guess I just rather read myself   Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves? LOVE but not white. I adore Lindt's chili bars but the grocer near me that used to have them stopped carrying them. Years ago I could find Lindt's orange milk wafers in these rolls but no longer. I much prefer dark chocolate but like high quality milk on rare occasion. I adore Godiva's key lime truffles and Fannie May trinidads but mostly I prefer chocolate that's really dark and my favs are uber creamy. Fav flavors are ginger, mint, orange, sea salt, etc but I am very adventuresome and have had truffle and green tea, etc LOL   Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelery give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies? that is so cool!! I would lov wering this to work, what a conversation piece!   Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough? I love popcorn. while I'd be interested in most flavors enough to try, I'd most enjoy something savory or caramel or chocolate. Nuts are good.   Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined? Not really, got enough right now. I love the idea of using them regularly but never seem to actually DO it LOL   How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it? loose glitter DOES make my skin crawl, but some in some seasonal decor can be nice, as it can be on papercrafting too   Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art faire. any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists? Yes, this is totally the kind of thing I enjoy, the mre unusual and not mass produced and with a localized feel to it   Do you like/wear makeup? If so what brands/colors/types? SO little anymore, almost a no - keep thinking a touch would d o me good but I never do, ha! On the rare occasions I do, it's usually a bit of mascara and lip color, some neutral eyeshadow mostly for contouring. I really want to try some "healthy" nail polish and look into the wiser, healthier choices for cosmetics but those are pricy and there always seems to be other things to buy. I have used Clinique and Trish McEvoy a lot in the past, as well as Avon and Mary Kay - but I am slowly learning how much crap is in these brands and new stuff I buy will be better choices.   I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound? You may have figured this out already, but I am of two sides here....I am not big chip person but I love to try weird and different and ethnic food. I would totally love to sample a dill chip!   Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like? I only recently became aware of it. I love the concept but haven't spent much time there to tell a fav or anything.   Every package has to have something blue in it. Blue can also be used to describe more risque humor...how would you rate your general sense of humor? Are you strictly PG-13, R-rated, NC-17? My humor can go all ways And, living alone, I do not have to worry about offending anyone. I don't get bawdy just for the sake of bawdy like some, but humor is, well, humorous.   Do you like puzzles? What kind? Jigsaw, word, etc? I do like logic puzzles. Never was into jigsaw or crossword puzzles too much, but I like Suduko. I have an early Nintendo DS somewhere around, a hand-me-down from one of the kids int he family - and have a decent Suduko game for that, as well as the Brain Age cartridge. I like things that make me think I guess.   I am going back to Paradise Fibers today. They have like almost every type of fiber roving and dye and stuff available. If you're a spinner and have any fiber wishes, what would you like? I think I am set in this regard as I have materials....just not good at it yet. Wish I could hook up locally and get some lessons but that hasn't happened yet. Hurts that I don't drive! But spinning and me haven't gotten along. Yet. I WILL master the hand held spinner one day, and then get a wheel. One day. LOL!! And I love to knit, find lace crochet fun, and have done some needle tatting but I have supplies. The yarn, oh the yarn! Love to look at it but need to work on my supply. Would never turn down any more but do not need. At all.   Do you have anything that you use on a daily basis that you would always welcome more of? Decent fine-tip black pens, lip balm, hand cream/lotion and chocolate.   Do you have any long trips coming up? Nope   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you? Did you say food?? I am into anything foodie, especially different and unusual stuff, but prefer to stay away from the really bad colorings/preservatives, MSG, artificial sweeteners, and that crap.   Would you be interested in homemade potato chips? hell yes!   How about homemade infused vodkas? what kind? medicinal or toiletry related types, absolutely. just drinking for fun, not really.   Name five small things you could use, but might not think to get for yourself? shipping tape, chime candles, natural shampoo, hand cream, and mini notepads for my purse
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Summer SW 2013

Dr Who? 'Fraid not.   How much do you like lipbalm? Flavored or unflavored? What are your favorite brands and flavors? I use lip balm pretty obsessively the older (and drier) I get. I don't really have a favorite brand, but I prefer all-natural ingredients and flavored with essential oils. Oh, and sticks over pots, definitely.   Do you like and wear lipgloss? If yes, what colours? Nope.   For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out? I don't really go looking much outside BPAL. I'll go hunting and add a few to my wishlist.   Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? I tend to like simple bandanas or wide (5" plus) headbands.   What is your favorite shade of blue? Most shades except baby and teal (and only all by themselves--in combination with other colors they can be lovely). Deep jewel tones are very appealing.   Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? Nope.   If you could have one rare BPAL, what would you choose? Chaos Theory DCCCV.   Are you kinky? By proper kink standards, I'm pretty vanilla.   Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? I do. No specific brand, but I prefer things scented with essential oils and made from natural waxes (soy, palm, beeswax).   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? Yes to all. I can't name anything specifically, but region-specific stuff would be lovely.   What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? Generally I can take it or leave it (my cravings run more the savory direction). I do love Flavigny Rose Pastilles and good chocolate (both milk and dark). I'm really getting into choco with weird stuff in it. So if it's weird and vegetarian (and SMALL), I'll give it a go.   Do you have an e-reader? I've got an Android phone with a Kindle app.   If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive: Sadly, I'm still not okay with homemade food stuffs. A bad experience kinda ruined it for me, and now I'm gun shy. Crafty stuff, on the other hand, is full of love, as long as it's useful in some way and not purely decorative...except for stuff that could go on my Dia de los Muertos altar. I don't really wear knitwear, but socks and fingerless mitts are awesome.   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? Nope, but I'd be interested!   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Tartchef and I go way back. Some stuff of hers in "What Smells?" as well.   Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? I do, but I make my own, so I have gobs and gobs of it around all the time. I'd prefer no bar soap unless it's a really unusual fragrance.   Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? Veggies, veggies, veggies! I also love herbs that can be grown from seed. It's tricky to figure out things that work in my weird climate, though, so it's worth it to ask before you send an heirloom watermelon that won't have enough time/heat to grow properly here.   Do you like sample sized things? Almost better than the normal sized ones! And they're cheaper to ship.   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? I'd love to try anything in Barefoot In the Garden, Blush, or Mad Hatter Tea Cakes. Everything in the Gourmet Summer Scrubs series looks lovely too.   Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? I've tried some Lush stuff, but mostly the fragrances are just a little "off" to me. Still, foody bath stuff always intrigues, so...   Do witches prefer the answers posted here, but a more cherry-picked number of questions answered, or a more exhaustive list posted in the blog, which means posting here much less? I post everything on the blog and reproduce a good percentage of it here to stay in the mix.   Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott? I don't boycott per se, but I don't shop at WalMart, and really I don't buy retail except for underthings and consumables.   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? Weird candies in weird (but vegetarian) flavors. Anything but durian, which I can't abide.   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? I love Plant Identification and love guessing species (it's the only online "game" I play). I visit a lot of brewery and tap house pages to see what's going on.   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are. For the most part, nope. I love to read, and read a lot and watch tons of movies (foreign and domestic), but not in any kind of organized way. I work in a library, so I'm completely spoiled with browsing. I just look around until something intrigues. Not much help for a Switch Witch, eh?   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? I have absolutely no idea how to answer this question. I'm a weirdo, which most people get an inkling of just looking at me (Spider Senses and all that), and THEN I OPEN MY MOUTH AND IT GETS SO MUCH WORSE.   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) Rose City Pumpkin Butter or perfume.   Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? I do. And I do. And as with all truly good things, it is both.   Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? Adult, please.   What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? Useful? I love kitchen towels, washcloths, that kind of thing. Natural materials, please. I use muslin cloths hemmed at the edges instead of paper towels. I do entertain, but all my friends know what to expect.   Are your ears pierced? Yeah, but I don't use 'em. The piercings, that is. I use my ears fairly often.   Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? Not to own, but I love making them. If an enterprising Witch were to send me the fixins and specs, I'd happily put one together!   Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? Sturdy canvas shopping bags are always welcome. I try to hide a few everywhere so I don't forget 'em (in my car, at work). Loud colors/patterns are great because they're hard to walk by and forget, but honestly I don't care much about the color.   What's your favourite comfort food (snack or candy etc) and/or drink? I love crunchy, cheesy, savory snacks most. Savory carbs in general. I love a perfectly-toasted grilled cheese made with real butter and smoked cheddar on seedy bread with a liberal amount of freshly-ground black pepper (add a bowl of roasted tomato soup, and WIN). These are actually becoming a serious problem at my house right now. I love all the flavors (yes, I've tried all the flavors) but I think I love the Wasabi Ranch and the Black Pepper flavors most. Both of the lentil flavors are way up there too. Seriously, it's an actual problem. Beverage-wise it's tea (spicy chai or Lapsang Souchong, specifically, and sometimes peppermint, especially in the summer)...or a nice barleywine or ruby port on a cold evening.   Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country. I can't really think of anything non-food, so I'll just focus on that: if it's a local specialty and vegetarian, I'll give it a whirl.   What fandoms do you belong to? I'm a terrible fan. In that I'm not one. I just like what I like. I don't get obsessed, and when something starts to bore me, I drop it without much ado.   What cheers you up? My dog at the end of the day, wagging and wagging and wagging. The antics of my chickens. Being outside among trees or near the water on a sunny day, any time of year.   What question do you hate to answer? Questions about something I'm wearing, because all I do is try to "pass" fashion-wise. In my post-lottery-winning fantasy, I wear sweats, jeans, shorts, athletic sandals, and manky old t-shirts exclusively and forever. My toenails always have dirt under them. The vision is so lovely and pure that it sometimes makes me burst into tears.   Random anecdote: I bought a purse recently to take on a trip because I needed something smaller than a backpack to carry around with me (and some stores are weird about backpacks...even though purses big enough to hold a toddler are okey doke...<shrug>). Now women ask where I got it, what brand it is (brand?) and I'm like "It has a bunch of pockets for my shit, is brown and goes with my Garanimals-esque 'wardrobe', and cost about five bucks secondhand...oh, and it looks nominally normal." They always walk away looking sad and unsatisfied.   What is the best compliment you have/could receive? A genuine laugh at a joke I make.   Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? Beer is small right? I keep my collection in a dark room just below my esophagus.   Could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? If my Witch sends me thoughtful gifts and takes my preferences into consideration, anything s/he sends is wonderful. Honest.   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? I was gonna say probably not, but the palmistry chocolate slab is awesome. I'd share it with my friends at my DotD shindig.   What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? Thinking about this a bit more, the Kindle versions of the Year's Best Science Fiction collections would be awesome. My husband and I like to read to each other, and having ebooks handy has become a really fun way to carry around several titles. Also, short stories are fun for short stays (like at a restaurant).   Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? What an adorable question. <pat, pat>   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? Aurelia and Tympanidium sound kind of interesting, but I’m not planning to buy them right now. The bath oils look kind of interesting too, but not planning any purchases there either.  
Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? I'd love a Cards Against Humanity set. Doesn't have to be the "real" ones--the print-and-cut version would be just fine.   What style is your sense of humour? Louis CK, only drier and more ironic (most of the time).   Is there anything from Australia you would like? Regional spices/flavoring blends/sauces!   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Absolutely. Especially for international Witching. Just makes sense. And any store that might interest me: gift card away!   What is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? I'll go with cooking stuff. I love my stainless electric wok. I use it almost daily in the kitchen and heart it so much. Next would be my monstrous, '70s-era professional Cuisinart. All Japanese steel blades. Thing's a beast. My MIL gave it to me and I use it almost as often as the wok.   Do you use wax melt tarts? I don’t think they’d get much use, I’m afraid. Put a wick in that thing, and you’re golden, though.   Do you like Hot Chocolate? I don’t drink it, but my hubby does. Stuff to put in it would also go to him. He’d probably put it in his coffee (the hot chocolate and the other flavorings), as he likes sweet coffee drinks. I like my coffee with just a little cream.   I have a feeling I will struggle with keeping my identity secret from my witchee. If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? I don’t care at all. I did guess one former Witch because I (completely accidentally) read a thread where she said something similar to an email he sent me. It didn’t diminish the round for me one bit. And generally I cultivate obliviousness. It’s practically a gift.   10 Random songs:   And here’s a list of what Pandora spit out for me:   Talking Pictures – Swearing at Motorists Stumble on Air – Tristeza Going to Georgia – The Mountain Goats Lucky Break – Hank Dogs Do It Once – Andy Guthrie The Irony Engine – Franklin Bruno Left Behind – Zero 7 The Busy Girl Buys Beauty – Billy Bragg Know Your Onion! – The Shins Where Does the Good Go – Tegan and Sara

And here's the one from my MP3 player:   Cloudbusting – Kate Bush Icnocuicatl – Lila Downs Look Up – Stars Evacuation – Mason Daring Impossible – Doug Martsch Saltarello – Dead Can Dance Sunny Road – Emiliana Torrini Sally Go Round the Roses – Pentangle Lawyers & Truckers – Ed’s Redeeming Qualities Waiting for the Great Leap Forward – Billy Bragg

Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? Sounds amazing, but I'd prefer to stay away from fudge I can eat with a spoon. A quicker means of fudge conveyance is not what I need right now.   What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? I've tried a few solid soaps, which were lovely. Sea Witch was far and away my favorite, but I don't know if they still make that fragrance. <runs over to check> They do! I put a couple things in What Smells list.   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? Holborne and Twi know my sense of humor and my taste in fibery stuff for the most part (probably presumptuous on my part, but I think they do). Mordath (who's not playing this round) is a fellow Ravelry Rubbernecker and almost as awful as I am. Almost. Veronika Galt was my witchee a while back and we had, shall we say, a bit of a love connection.   Ninjas or Pirates? Stock answer: Pinjas!   Werewolves or Vampires? It's more about proper preparation. Werewolves should be braised to seal in their juices, but because of advanced age vampires need a long stewing.   Zombie or Cthulhu? Elder Gods, por favor. Not that I'm really into Lovecraft, but CTHULHU SMASH!!!   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? I admit a preference for lots of littles, but as long as there's some communication during the round I'm not going to be disappointed.   Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? Knitted socks are love. My feet are very long (U.S. size 9.5 or 10) but narrow and I have skinny ankles. I prefer mostly natural fiber, but a touch of nylon makes socks wear well. Washcloths are always, always needed. Crocheted, knit, woven, whatever (even prefab would be welcome, for the non-crafter-Witch). 100% cotton, in any design or color my Witch chooses to send!   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf? I don't really wear/carry things with sayings, quotes, or even images on them. This Jane is pretty plain.   Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? Nay. I prefer to go to small, local places (of which there are hundreds...maybe thousands).   Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? Yew trees. Especially the females with the red "berries".   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? A nice barleywine (winter) or a batch of cherry/mango sangria (summer), a funny movie (The Big Lebowski is kind of my go-to), a big bowl of homemade pho with noodles and veggies and lime and basil and cilantro... <drools>   Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? Sure, but maybe just a single bottle (cheaper to ship anyway). I like cola (but generally only if it's caffeine-free), citrus flavors (especially grapefruit), birch beer, and really spicy ginger ale (my absolute favorite). "Weird" flavors are cool too, like lavender, rosemary, rose...   If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? These in sizes 2 and 4. Nice soft cables. Super fast. They don't call 'em "turbo" fer nothin'.   What styles of artwork do you like? Much like lit and music, I'm a know-it-when-I-see-it kinda gal.   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? Kind of out with the homemade food thing, sorry.   Would you like Mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? I only want Mexican vanilla if it's pure. Some brands have propylene glycol. My sister brought me a big bottle of vanilla from Mexico that I only used as a simmering room scent...which would be okay, I guess, but kind of a waste. I don't have a lot of interest in jewelry (except making it). I do love pewter and copper milagros, though. Especially flaming hearts.   Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like? Hmmm...Potter's Field Picnic and Voluptuary perfumes sound promising.   Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? The Horticultural Building room spray sounds hilarious. Actually all the room sprays sound like me (with the exception of Snow Bunny). And actually the bath oils too (with emphasis on Frankincense, Myrrh and Rose Petal Beads...it sounds dreamy).   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? Nope. Just short day trips. I keep my knitting handy at pretty much all times, so there's always something to do.   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you? Otherwise ungettable (stuff not distributed west of the Rockies, f'ex) craft beer in a variety of styles (esp. IPAs, sours, and Big Beers). Korean red pepper flakes (I make a lot of kimchi), weird candies (in small amounts)...   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself? A set of strong stainless steel measuring spoons (not the crappy ones that bend), and a clothesline ratchet (my clothesline is sagging, like so many things, in its middle age).   I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? It sounds like an abomination for which someone should be shot. So of course I wanna try one. ONE.   What is your favorite color? Greens, but mostly as the backdrop to nature, with other colors layered on it.   What is your favorite season? Here in the PNW, summer. It's more like an extended, fairly dry spring elsewhere in the country. Temps in the 70s and long days...mmm...   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? Near Portland. Probably not in Portland, but somewhere with acreage where I could have a little farm...but with reliable bus service into a nearby small town (and on to Portland) so I wouldn't need to drive a car regularly.   Would any witchee be interested in this comic? or any of her three comics? I keep trying to get into graphic novels, but I tend to put them aside and get back to reading-reading.   What do you love about summer (even if it’s your least-favorite season)? Fruit. Warm(ish) nights. Walking for miles and miles with my dog. Trips to the beach (mid-week, if we can manage). Wearing shorts and a t-shirt and feeling comfy. Gathering most of what's for dinner from the garden. Happy chickens. Happy, warm old dog lying in the sun (she never seems warm during the winter anymore). The Summer Party (our big annual do with all our old friends...this year it's the 13th of July). The sweet sadness of knowing it won't last long.   I know there's been a question about favorite quotes but this is specific: Do you have a quote that's not more than, say, a dozen words long that you would like in a cross-stitch? I love the idea of filthy cross-stitch. Or just mean. Or obscene. Okay, maybe not too obscene. Naughty. Bawdy. Something I wouldn’t have to put in a drawer when my extremely sweet mother-in-law comes to visit, but something she’d point to and G-ratedly ask “What the doodly-doo is that?”   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? There are currently over 180 items on my wishlist. I have no interest in pinning anyone down.   I know the question about personal style was included in the questionnaire, but is there anything that could give your witch a better sense of your style/fashion or decoration preferences? I have no personal style (unless absent-minded is a style).   Homemade hair gloss? Maybe...depending on the ingredients. I make my own hair oils with almond oil and essential oils, which sounds great. A whole lot of artificial stuff sounds less appealing.   Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! This. Also one of the few acceptable uses for a bottle of Beck's. Most of the things that make me go OH HOLY are of this ilk. Geeky little genius inventions.   Almond Roca? Not a huge fan of crunchy toffee stuff. I mean, sure, I'll still eat it...and that's the problem.   How do you feel about home-canned goods? About the same as homemade foodstuffs. Sorry.   Is there a particular movie genre that you like? I always say that there’s nothing better than a good sci-fi flick…and nothing worse than a bad one. Guess which category most fall into for me?   Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? Gardening is pretty much the only thing that leaps to mind. Starting seeds, weeding, transplanting, moving compost around...these all scream High Summer to me.   Do you like audiobooks? Getting into them, though some are just terrible (the narrators, that is). Just finished listening to Margaret Atwood's Maddaddam series. Awesome.   I am going back to Paradise Fibers today. They have like almost every type of fiber roving and dye and stuff available. If you're a spinner and have any fiber wishes, what would you like? Dyed or natural? Do you need dye? colors? brand? Any of the Washfast dyes would be lovely (although I tend to focus on primary colors, so the Bright Blue, Bright Red, Jet Black, or Sun Yellow would be my first choices).   As for fiber, dyed, undyed...I don't care. I prefer wool to most other fibers for spinning. BFL is probably my favorite at the moment, but I also love Merino and rougher wools for non-clothing applications. I haven't worked much with wool/silk blends, but that might be fun. Also, could you pick me up a Schacht Matchless? They're cheap at only 1,100 bucks. I mean just while you're there.
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Quillifer's Blog
 

Summer 2013 Switch Witch

Hello!   If you have drawn me in the switch-witch fun, then I guess you either live outside North America or you said you were happy to deal with Internationals. Thank you very, very much for your generosity and open-mindedness in volunteering : I'm really grateful. The fun of swapping is one of my favourite things about BPAL and it's a pain that shipping makes it a bit harder to join in from here.   Since I am saying a big fat NO THANK YOU to so many of the suggestions in the questions, I'm going to post another blog after this with oodles of ideas of things I do like. Many are just symbols or ideas, others are more tangible and practical, but I hope they'll be useful and maybe a bit more fun to read than just me saying no the whole time!   I tried to put suggestions in my questionnaire about how it could be easier to post things, but maybe you have loads of ideas anyway - or you live near me (but postage is still a lot actually).   I have set up an Amazon wish-list for this, in case it helps. It does feel a bit blatant to "ask" like this - and maybe you won't really feel drawn to anything on it. But in case it helps:   http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/registry/wishlist/RV3Q9VX26IOC/   If you can get your hands on even a drop of any of these, I would love to try them:   The Most Magnificent Christmas Tree, Now Winter Nights Enlarge, Mother Ginger, A Dreary Night of November.   One idea that has just come to me: I enjoy doodling. Nice paper for it would be great (I have coloured pens already). Ikea do a range of paper products now - notecards and books and so on - which I love. Good writing paper is also a passion of mine.   Just in case someone would find my answers to these questions useful, here they are:   Are you interested in Dr Who? No. I watch it but I really can't say I'm a great fan in any way - it's just something that my husband and I like to watch together. We watch very little tv at all in fact - about a couple of hours a month. Do you wear lip balm? No. Do you wear lip gloss? No. Do you like tea, or coffee? I do like tea but not usually "flavoured" ones, I prefer particular teas such as Darjeeling, Lapsang Souchong and so on. One exception is vanilla scented black tea which I have loved in the past. Coffee - I do enjoy it (we use ground, in a cafetierre) but I'm no connoisseur. Who is your favourite female of all time? Oooh, lovely juicy question! Tempting to say my mother, who is a retired surgeon, and very loving, and cunningly wily. But today I'll pick Catherine Destivelle, who is a French climber. A leading woman in her sport, and someone who moved from roped climbing to soloing in search of fresh adventure in middle-age. A true heroine to me. If you were a Disney princess, who would you be? I've seen almost no Disney films, sorry! I tend to prefer wild outdoors and high culture - but I have been to Disneyland and I totally adored it. Would you like a seashell from Florida? Yes, I'd love one Or a small pebble from somewhere, or anything similar. Or a pressed flower.   What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome? I don't pursue crafts unless you count gardening and cooking, for which I think I have all I need. But if you're seriously into either and have a favourite tool or - thingy - that you reckon I won't have and is really useful, then I'd love that, if it could be posted or arranged to be sent within the UK.   If you could have one rare bpal which one would you choose? For ages I've wanted to try Arrival at the Sabbath, but just now I also spotted The Most Magnificent Christmas Tree and I fancy that a lot too - but I guess I'm unlikely to try either. There are some others too - I've put a note in bold at the top.   Are you kinky? Oh yes Although not really as much into it as I used to be. I don't think there's any kinky thing I'm missing just now but I'm very unlikely to be offended by things.   Do you enjoy scented candles? Not really no. I used to but since I got into BPAL I prefer to keep my scent just to oils that I wear.   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? Another great question - haven't been there, very interested, and I'd love to go I'm particularly keen on different flora around the world - and birds and animals too - and walking/climbing in new places. I'd be interested in pictures or a booklet about that. Not so interested in South African food. Do you like Sockdreams? If so, what styles would you prefer? (You can also link your wishlist.) Goodness! I'd never heard of them before. They do look kind of fun but I'm really not that fussed about socks - they're just a necessary thing to me, so no thank you. Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? Oooh, lovely question! Yes I'd love some. We have a friend who puts all sorts of mad things in her hair and it looks great - she had some birds for a photo a while ago. But also brightly coloured fluff, or - any light-hearted or clearly eccentric stuff. Not just he usual plain brown plastic because I have those. (I have longish hair, about half way between my shoulders and elbows.) What is your favorite shade of blue? Erm, I'm not really wild on blue, tbh. One that looks close to green?   Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? No, we try to keep kitchen gardetry down because we have a smallish kitchen.   If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? I'm attracted to aerial silks, but I haven't really got time for it. Also I fancy going (horse)riding again, but ditto. What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? I do but I'm trying hard to educate myself out of it for several reasons, so I'd rather not be sent any.   Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks? No, I don't, I'm not keen on them really. (I seem to be saying No to a lot! Sorry)   If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please dont hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send! Gosh that's a very wide question. I prefer not to receive very sweet things. I have a feeling that edible stuff wouldn't post across the Atlantic anyway. Otherwise I tend to like most handmade things Something either very sweet (ie adorable) or very useful would be good. A notebook, decorated maybe - or a little toy mouse, even the size that goes in a match-box. (would be nice I mean, not that I would NOT want). I find it hard to say no to things I can't imagine, if you see what I mean.   Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library? I don't play any kind of computer or video game, no. I get hooked on things far too easily.   Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? Interesting question. My day at home invariably begins with making tea, but although I do love it, it's more because my husband loves it even more and it's just an "us" thing, that I do it for us if you see what I mean. One of our rituals. I very often write in a journal - not a dated book, just a nice hardback notebook with lined paper. I prefer them to be A4 size or a little smaller (I think that may be called foolscap in the US) - smaller is ok though. I invariably take a book to bed too - well unless I'm with a visiting lover or away seeing one. And not when I'm camping since I don't take a book to read then (which is a shock to the system but it's a weight issue, and good therapy to go without).   Do you wear nailpolish? No.   Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of. My Mommy in a Boat; Pumpkin II 2012; Self-portrait with puffy stickers.   Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? Yes! Not often but I do. I prefer really nice quality but fairly simple paper, although I did love using some florentine style decorated stuff I had a few years ago.   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer? I have and they were nice in themselves, but I prefer to use fairly plain soap and have scent as BPAL perfumes to wear. Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? We have, by urban English standards, a big garden, and I'm pretty keen on it, although I find it hard to keep concentrated on it. I dream of one day opening it to the public, even if only in a really small way to a gardening group of friends say - or of maybe moving to a bigger property where we could do this. We grow flowers, veg, fruit, and we have several bits of lawn, and a pond. More details very happily provided if you like! We also have a big conservatory and a very tatty old greenhouse. The conservatory stays above about 5degrees; outdoors we need things to be hardy down to about -5 if they're sheltered, or -10 if not. We get wet cold, so not good for desert plants. We're on clay. I'm organic and I prefer plants that are good-doers but with the emphasis on form over flowering mass.   Do you like sample sized things? Think lipgloss, mascara, bodylotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth. I would find sample sizes useful for traveling, of things that I choose to take: deodorant in summer time, tooth-paste, imps of course!, lens solution, sun-block - and that's about it. I virtually never wear make-up and I seem to be just about the only woman in the western world who just doesn't "do" skincare - I rinse my face with water and that's it. I'm about as low-maintenance as you can get. I do own products like this but they just never get used.   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? Never heard of it.   Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? I use solid soap in a dish beside the wash-basin and beside the sink. Upstairs I keep it on a curved giant flint I found when I was out on a walk. I think I usually buy Imperial Leather - something from the supermarket anyway. I'm not bothered by what it is, so long as it's not one of the glycerine types that seem to melt away in very little time. In the bath I use shower-gel made by Original Source - but really it's just stuff to wash with, I'm not bothered what it is! I actually find it hard to use really special presents of soap and so on because it seems a shame to make them not-exist, I don't think I get enough pleasure out of using them compared to just having them. Not ideal really. But with perfume I do   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? Erm, more toiletries/cosmetics - no, still not interested. Just not my kind of thing. I only like BPAL, and only really their perfumes   Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? As above really. I'm fine with just plain supermarket stuff. I do see the appeal of Lush in a way - I love the smell of their shops - but I'm rather a one-man-dog in terms of what I want to spend my money on, get attached to, and focus on. I just don't find bath products terribly exciting, compared to say books or climbing or gardening or cooking or mooching around the back-streets of an old city. Some post-cards of where you live, maybe?   Anyone a fan of Shiro Cosmetics? No thank you.   Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott? Yes, Microsoft.   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? I would love some traditional paper.   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? I'll share some of mine: I don't use FB at all.   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are.   OK, I think I will edit my other blog entry into genres so that it's a bit more reader-friendly.   How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? I love them! We have a huge basket, and several pic-nic rugs. Quite often ours are for more than 2 though, since we like them with visitors.   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) Hmmm - I strongly suspect I would like things from there, but I'd rather not be given them because I don't want to find more stuff beyond BPAL to want to spend money on - it would go less far for goodies here Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? Oooh, close to my heart - and good question! I love to cook... in theory. But it is mainly done by me in our house, and I find the daily obligation a bit pressing sometimes. However being financially supported is wonderful and I know my husband both enjoys cooking when he can, and invariably appreciates my efforts with it. Most often I cook things that are served in a bowl, because I find it comforting. We both enjoy fairly healthy food and find it's pretty much essential to help manage our moods, so I try to include a good balance of things - we get a mixed veg and fruit box delivered weekly which helps a lot there. I adore to pick something from a cookery book and shop that day for it though, when I have time, which rather conflicts with using up the contents of the box! Most often I cook things I make up myself. Pasta dishes, scromlet (cross between scrambled egg and ommelette) potatoe bake things, big salads. I enjoy making scones (called biscuits in the US I think) but try to keep all sweet cooking down because otherwise I gorge on it and get in a ratty mood later and too full for better food! I enjoy cooking bigger or more elaborate meals too, and planning a succession of small courses for special guests. I might enjoy receiving special ingredients if you know of any, and if they were easy to post to me. Good food is rarely cheap though, I know. If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average?   I'm glad this question was popular and I loved reading all the answers! I also found it very encouraging to learn what type of people are on the forum. My answer: I'm unusual in being at home (a housewife), having a slightly unusual hobby (climbing), having open relationships, and owning a stupid number of books. Other things that are not normal but hardly that rare include having no children, being pretty keen on spirituality, hardly ever wearing make-up, and being keen on very long walks. And having a pretty severe problem with procrastination. Edit: vanillabean's post below reminds me - I also don't drink alcohol, which is pretty rare in the UK; other details I didn't fancy putting on the main page: I'm very flat-chested, which used to bother me a lot but does less so now. I enjoy frugality. I associate true generosity with thoughtfulness, which may involve high expenditure, if possible and appropriate, or it may well not.   Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? Ooh, another interesting one. Nearly always I prefer adult. My first degree was in English lit and I tend to enjoy fairly heavy-duty stuff. I find a lot of YA stuff forumlaic and crap. But I do enjoy it sometimes (and I know that some things I enjoy are also slightly forumlaic, eg Mary Wesley - funny how I forgive my favourite formulae!) I've enjoyed Philip Pullman and to a lesser extent Laini Taylor; I also treasure memories of childhood writers like Leon Garfield, KM Peyton and Margaret Mahy. Alan Garner, Eileen Dunlop - oh so many. I think I used to find I utterly loved a book more frequently as a child than I do now. What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? Our kitchen has pale wood surfaces, a pale floor, and mauve walls which I'm not keen on. It's also rather full! It isn't an "eat-in" kichen - too small - so we eat either in the sitting room (like a pair of slobs on the sofa) or the conservatory (more civilized, at a big pine table). Yes I love to entertain Are your ears pierced? Yes and I love ear-rings Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? I adore stuffed animals I also love little toys or models of animals. I have a collection of toy mice (have been called Mouse by my parents since I was about 7). Less keen on dolls but possibly that's because I think of nasty ones, not special ones as I know some people do make and enjoy. I like dressed up mice - mice of any kind really - but for most stuffed animals I prefer them to look at least a little like a real animal - no strange colour or hugely distorted features. I used to like only Steiff animals but now many companies - and individuals - make a similar style, much more affordably (I only have one Steiff, a seal). Do you like bags? Not especially.   What's your favourite comfort food(snack or candy etc) and/or drink? I try not to go to food for comfort - I'd rather just detach from what's bothering me by just letting go. Sometimes I talk to the dog about it! I do get through a lot of tea.   What fandoms do you belong to? Well nothing in any kind of major way. I love watching Sherlock, but I'm not sure I'd want to own stuff associated with it, other than future episodes!   Question: What cheers you up? Ah, nice one. Music - I like to put it on to dance about to while washing-up. I just use the radio, whatever's in the Top 10 (I must be just about the oldest listener out there to this!) - well not whatever, I like about 1 in 5 tunes a lot, but I can put up with the others. I'm married to a keen musician so this is a cause of embarrassment! Ha. However when things go horribly wrong I listen to Mozart. I cuddle the dog. I phone my mother. I start reading a new book - a really engrossing novel, and on that's not too high-brow - the Night Circus for example - well written, beautiful, but also with a strong plot. I go for a walk. I'd go and sit in the garden. Put the kettle on [for tea]. It also cheers me up with the sun comes out and when I go climbing. Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? Oh, a corker! Hm. My favourite walks. A place where I've camped wild, up by a mountain lake. Victoria Station, which I associate with the start of lovely days out in London or trips away - so that I could watch all the people coming and going, make catty remarks to my fellow ghosts, and speculate about what they were all up to. What question do you hate to answer? I find it difficult when people ask what I do. Far less so than I used to, though. I feel guilty to some extent for not making a financial contribution at home and for perhaps in some ways wasting my education and abilities, and for not also putting up with the hassle that a job entails which my husband has to. Also I dislike the image that some people have of a housewife. And I don't like being asked whether I have children. This is a less frequent question though and most people are aware it might be a sensitive subject, so that it is a little for me is less problematic, because there's usually a delicacy there.   What is the best compliment you have/could receive? "You're great at seeing the best in people." or "You have great determination" - or best of all, and a long way off, "I love your footwork!" (re climbing). "you're great fun to climb with" was also gorgeous though. I hate compliments on my appearance.   Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? I LOVE tarot! Have several books on it too (well I have books on how to breathe and how to make a cup of tea so that's not surprising). My favourite deck is Maggie Kneen's Old English Tarot. I also have one called the Cosmic Tarot which I quite like but it was bought by mistake. I love the Shadowscapes one, and also the Druid animal oracle. I've never used a pendulum; crystals do appeal to me though. Rune stone - no idea about them. I prefer to find special stones myself.   Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc) No, there isn't anything in particular, specifically. I think I'd be disappointed - though not heartbroken - if I didn't get even a tiny thing direct from my witch, say a post-card. I know it's going to be way easier to have stuff sent direct to me from a company here but some contact from themselves would be lovely.   Although it seems really ungrateful to say so, I think ideally I'd like a hint of their personality, rather than just something picked by me. An imp of *their* favourite GC scent, say, or a 2nd hand copy of a book they love, or a picture of their dog in an email or something (I'm a bit vague about how contact works) - that kind of thing. I feel a bit wary of posting my Amazon list for that reason, but I did it because someone might otherwise feel they were being asked to magic up some Thing, when they might be stressed or short of time.   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? I bet it's lovely stuff, and I'd gobble it up very happily if it was sent to me, but ideally I'd prefer to avoid sweet stuff. I put huge efforts into losing weight. (note - heavier again this morning. please please no sweet or fatty food)   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling? Oooh, interesting. Nobody that I can remember feeling really strongly about, but when I read Jane Eyre, the way she grew in depth and understanding and character made me feel that she was trying to do the same thing that I do. I get little hints of things from lots of characters but not enough to remember them specifically now.     What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? Ah, now this is right up my ally I'd like: The Rough Guide to Mindfulness; Days of Blood and Starlight; and a book called Women Climbing. What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? I'm afraid I caved and ordered already, sorry!   Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? I love Articulate but it needs a lot of people and I'm very competitive in it! I also love Carcassonne, for quieter times, and Dominion. We have Settlers of Catane but we've not got really into it yet. We enjoy games - particularly in the winter. I think that since they are fairly expensive, there are probably other things I would like more, unless you particularly want to share a favourite (which would be great). What style is your sense of humour? I enjoy Black Books, Monty Python, character-based humour, and slightly Zen-type surrealism - a detached, laid-back, gently smiling attitude to life. I'm not keen on slapstick, humour that just depends on saying rude words (though the rudeness won't offend me), and long series of puns. I don't know if you have Mitchell and Webb in the US - or where you are, if you're not here. I also like Blackadder. I like shared jokes and silly words.   Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? Somebody mentioned native spices - I'd love those. Pictures or sustainable souvenirs of the local plants. Music, maybe? I like world music, classical, rock, prog, some dance and rap if it's intelligent - not country or garage. I also enjoy broad, un PC Aussie humour What is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful. For me it's a huge wrought-iron candelabra, made in the shape of a tree, which I confess I actually gave to my husband. Ahem! Tough call between that and a book of photographs by Edwin Smith.   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Yes, if you like - http://www.needlesports.com/Catalogue/Gift-Vouchers How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer? I have a feeling a painting would be horrendously expensive to post. And yes we would find anything bigger than about 2 feet by 1 and a half hard to hang. Put your mp3 player/online music/itunes/etc on random and list the next 10 songs here: I haven't so far got into music in forms other than CD (and tapes, gigs, etc!). My favourite band is Deep Purple (we have all their albums including the newest one); I also love Mozart, Elgar, Marillion, Byrd, Beethoven, Brand X, Genesis (mainly early stuff), the Kinks, and Billy Joel (that list came from picking 10 who first came to mind, but it gives you an idea). I have a feeling I will struggle with keeping my identity secret from my witchee. If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? If you say a lot, I will try really, really hard! But for example, it wouldn't bother me at all. (I think I'd find it really hard if my witch wanted to be secret for ever though! - less so with the witchee) Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? I've never tried them.   Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? I love real cocoa, in the winter, unsweetened. But I like it so much just as it is (I like Green & Blacks') that I'm not sure about adding anything - certainly not anything sweet. If you know of another hot drink that's cocoay but not sugary, I might well be interested (I mean not sweetened - it's the rich pure flavour I like, rather than a calorie issue.) Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? No thank you. I am compulsively addicted to sugar and I over-eat it so badly I get ill .   What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? What an absolutely gorgeous website! But I think I like the graphics and the feeling more than I would the products. Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? (I'm asking because if they did, you might mention them elsewhere, but if not, the imagery might be helpful)   For me, it would be Crossroads, since I'm quite pagan-minded and the crossings of paths on walks often feel highly-charged to me. Also London - I love rose, and old metal, and the idea of a time-warp back to a London I'm quite glad I don't really live in. Also The Witch's Garden, since I adore gardens and as well as paganism.   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? I'd be happy with whichever works best for my witch. Given that they might be abroad, some thought about postage costs could be wise. Oddly enough small packets can sometimes be cheaper - I think there's a limit over which they charge a shocking amount. PLEASE look into this - or I will maybe and post it here - because I'd hate you to be a nasty shock. Please also feel free to get stuff sent within the UK, or to send very small light things. Or simply very little that you've dreamt up - v much a thought that counts thing Important: re digital stuff, this might be tricky. I run an old computer, and on Linux. If you send something in a proprietary formula it's quite likely I won't be able to open or use it. I can open emails, and links to things that don't run video will be fine - ecards and so on. I'm probably better off with CDs than emusic, and I don't use an e-reader for books. I can't run video on my computer, and currently I have no speakers connected to it. This is all an area I should maybe address, but I have limited income and my priority is things for climbing, travel to get to it - and BPAL   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? Yes, ReallyZeb.   Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? Not really. I don't get on terribly well with coffee and I'd rather avoid sugar/excessive fat.   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf? Yes, two: "Here, now, this" and "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass: it's about learning to dance in the rain." That 2nd one might be so naff to you that you can't bear to work with it though! I love both of these, they mean a huge amount to me, and I'd particularly like to be able to wear either of them.   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? Hmm. I get a lot of really low moods. Just lately I've been reading about the ego and detachment and I think I'd try that; to help, maybe a walk, some yoga - definitely climbing if possible. I might try losing myself in a book with a strong plot. Putting music on always helps but if I'm really low it doesn't occur to me. Same with gardening - helps but needs a bit of oomph to get me out there. I also bleat at anyone who will listen about it (my husband mainly!). The low moods are less frequent if I eat carefully and take exercise. Sometimes I find careful thought helps - I imagine advising a friend with the same problem and that can bring some useful insight. Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? Hm. I think these days, no, because of the sugar (and I'd rather avoid artificial sweeteners). Also it would be massively expensive to post from abroad.   About Etsy - until about a week ago I'd only ever looked very briefly at it, and loved what I'd seen. But since then I've spent quite a long time trying to put together a wish-list, and failed. There are some things I like there but none enough to say, "yes get me one of those please". It feels like lots of pretty shop windows, full of things I can point to and ooh over, but don't really want to buy. You might well find something there that I'd love, but there's just so much stuff, and I try to keep my time on the net down because I prefer other activities. Werewolves or Vampires? No thank you. I like natural things more - dogs and cats, deer, trees - all that. Contact and e-cards An email would be lovely; e-cards are also very sweet but if they're animated, they probably won't even open for me Anything in the post would be wonderful. If you like I will promise not to scrutinise the outside for clues to your location! Or you might prefer to send one thing at the end. But I do love things by post. T-shirts, crystals, magnets I love T-shirts and virtually live in them. I much prefer the girly-shaped ones; size small or maybe even xs, depends on the company. If they have a tight band around the arm then probably only small since my arms are fairly toned and will get more so. I have a lot of really plain t-shirts so something fun, pretty, funny - anything like that - would be nice. Crystals - beautiful things. I don't own any but would like them. Magnets - we haven't got anywhere to put them as magnets (our fridge is very small and has a wooden front) but if it's funny or sweet it might still be nice; I might prefer say a drinks coaster though since to be able to use something is nice.   f you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? I don't. (used to love knitting - very badly - when a little kid and maybe one day I'll get into it again, but just now I prefer to concentrate on my existing interests)   What styles of artwork do you like? I love fairly naturalistic pictures of dogs, horses, gardens and plants, mountains, rivers (not sugary though). I adore wood-cuts and engravings. I like black and white photographs - modern and old - and also strongly-composed colour photograaphs. Photographs of water - streams, waterfalls, rivers, stormy seas. And pictures to do with climbing! If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? Maybe? If it's something special to you, certainly yes. Otherwise I tend to season things pretty carefully myself, I don't use ready-made mixes. Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? Is this vanilla from mexico, or a special term I don't know, or aimed at someone in particular (well I know it's the latter but - ). I like good real vanilla I like silver too. A necklace would be better for me than a ring. What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? GC - Knave of Hearts. LE - not sure what is hard to find. I'd love Arrival at the Sabbath; a bottle of Boo or Sugar Skull would be lovely, and since they come out often maybe not that hard? But they're popular so maybe people hang onto them. I love Nadie Se Conoce which had very mixed reviews, so maybe that would be easier - but maybe people just got decants, I don't know. What is your favorite color? Green. What is your favorite season? Oh, I couldn't say. I love snow and Christmas in winter; I love the excitement and hard work in the garden in spring; the colour and warmth in summer, and my birthday and fireworks and halloween in Autumn If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? I have a lot of ties and things I love where I am. But other places that appeal would be somewhere more rural in Sussex; the Lakes for the prettiness and to climb; Italy for the style. London in the centre for a few months, to enjoy the buzz. Corsica, for the people and the new climbing! - fresh new routes, in the middle of nowhere, eating Corsican food.   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? No, only short trips.   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you? Hm. No I don't think so.   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself? I'd like some interesting T-shirts. I tend to were plain ones and I'd rather they were more fun. I'd like some warm socks with slight soles on - or plastic little round bits - that I can wear to curl up in in winter. And a mug with something fun on it?   Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? No thank you - and it tends to cost a fortune to ship TP stuff to the UK. I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? It would, - maybe one or two in a parcel? Not sure if they can be sent that way though. So maybe not. What do you love about summer (even if it’s your least-favorite season)? Ooh, good question. I love warm air on my skin. Being able to wear far fewer clothes - less hassle, less to think about, quite a liberating feeling. I love the long daylight. I think people tend to be happier in the summer. The feeling of buzz about the time from about Wimbledon to the Proms - it seems to be one thing after another in England. I love strawberries and cream, cucumbers, big straw hats, floaty skirts, a hammock in the garden, swallows overhead in the evening. Pippa (our dog) lying dozing on the grass. P being happy to stay out in the garden with me - and able to leave the door open so she can come and go. Barbecues in the evening. Glorious green leaves on the trees, and firm dry ground under foot, so P doesn't get filthy on walks. Walking in sandals. Being able to climb on warm rock.   For those of you who are big readers: Are there any books that just came out (like within the last two months) or are about to come out during this round that you're really looking forward to? I fancy Kate Atkinson's new one. Also the 2nd installment of Daughter of Smoke and Bone. Tattoos I have none. I sometimes (often) like them on others, but I'm not currently drawn to getting any myself. TAL update on etsy. Is there anything you want/need? I find that the magical power of scents tends to come for me from association generated in my own life and mind rather than in their formulation, so no thank you. Brown and Haley Hadn't heard of them - ah, sweets. No thank you. Oberto Jerky Much more interesting - so yes, if this happens to be convenient for you, dear witch, and you fancy sending some, I'd like that. But not if you prefer other ideas. How do you feel about home-canned goods? Oh wow, colour me impressed! They'd cost a fortune to post - from anywhere, I suspect, never mind abroad - but at the least I'd love to talk to you about how you do it! Lovely idea.   Do you like BPTP clothing? I fancy their T-shirts - a lot. Never owned any so far. The yoga pants - well they look nice, and I bet I'd wear them, but I know that wide-legged stuff doesn't actually work for me for yoga - they fall down your legs during inversions and flap about during sun salutations - right pain. Nice for general wear though. Please avoid imagery with skulls - I'm squeamish about them.   What size do you wear of: T-shirts - probably xs Baby-doll - XS or S? Not sure. I'm an old-fahioned 10 in the UK, which given that sizes are all getting bigger nowadays makes me about an 8. Yoga-pants - say s.   What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have? There are many things I'd be happy to have but I doubt I'd really use much.   Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: DVD, Blu-Ray, or something in the cloud (like Amazon, iTunes, Flixster, etc)? I tend to like films about the past, with a rather literary bent - Orlando, The Village, Howards End. I have also enjoyed Inception and V for Vendetta. DVD please, and which will play here - ie Europe.
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Summer 2013 Switch Witch

Wishlists: ScentBase | Etsy | Sockdreams | Amazon Questions 1. Are you into Dr. Who? I'm sorry, but I've never understood the Dr. Who hype. 2. How much do you like lipbalm? Flavored or unflavored? What are your favorite brands and flavors? I'm a complete addict! I'm a sucker for flavored lipbalms, and the brands I already love are definitely Hurraw and Haus of Gloi. I had a maple flavored one which I liked a lot, but am mostly all over foody flavors. Oh, and I've always wanted to try the EOS ones. I dislike balms in pots, though. 3. Do you like and wear lipgloss? If yes, what colours? Absolutely! My favorite ones I have are from MAC and Estee Lauder, and they are in lots of variations, like pink shades, berry, transparent with sparkle, you name it. I can never have enough though, and the only one I wouldn't want is a bright red lipgloss. 4. For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out? I solely use BPAL. The only thing I may try one day is getting a custom blend from Haus of Gloi. 5. If you've never had anything from Adagio teas, would you be open to trying them? I've heard of them through the BPAL Facebook group, but never had the opportunity to try any. 6. What about coffee? Would you like to get coffee send to you? Whole bean or ground? What are some varieties and/or flavors you enjoy? Yes I'd love some good instant coffee, I haven't been able to find that yet. I like rich, bold coffee, but also enjoy flavored ones. 7. Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why? Wow, good question! I cannot name one, but I can do a few. Anaïs Nin (just Google her), my mother and my grandmother for what they've done for me. 8. If you were a Disney princess who would you be? Snow White, or Belle.. have lots in common with them, but most with Snow White. 9. Would you like a seashell from Florida? Absolutely! I love things like that. As long as it's not an endangered species.. hehe. 10. What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome? I really would like to braid my own whips, and I want to get good at baking and decorating cupcakes. Goodies related to that are more than welcome.   11. If you could have one rare BPAL which one would you choose? Marshmallow Poof! 12. Are you kinky? Very! I won't go into details unless you ask for it, Witch, since I know it's not everyone's cup of tea. But yes, I enjoy multiple aspects of BDSM, and even made it my business. No, that does not mean I'm a professional dominatrix, but I help other people exploring their kinky side. 13. Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? I'm a sucker for them, and like every size. The most fantastic candle of all times was the Pumpkin Cookies one from BPTP. I searched everywhere for it, and swapped lots of rare things. I was heartbroken when it burnt up, and plan on begging Puddin to make them again. I also enjoy Yankee Candle, but I'd like any brands. As for scents, foodie, fruity of spicy please. 14. Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? I moved to South Africa from the Netherlands at the 9th of January this year, to be with my love. I think the country is beautiful, for what I've seen of it, but seeing the poverty in some places makes me very sad. And of course I'd like to receive something South African, but it was my own question so.. he. 15. What about Sockdreams? I never had the opportunity to try anything from them, but have a wishlist here. 16. Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? Always welcomed, especially scrunchies, or a nice comfortable headband. And I've always wanted to try chopsticks in my hair. As for colors, black or purple would be good. 17. What is your favorite shade of blue? Indigo, midnight blue, ultramarine. 18. Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? Nope, don't have any. 19. If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? There are many things I'd like to start. I've thought of coloring mandala's for relaxation, picking up Pergamano again (I had a full kit when I was younger, loved it but sold it all, so sad) or trying some knitting. And one of my dreams is to learn to play the violin one day. 20. What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? What a question! Yes I love candy and sweet stuff and I'm known for having a sweet tooth, especially for chocolate.   21. Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks? Yes, I have a Kindle Fire 7" (not the HD one), and would love eBooks! Especially on making cupcakes or cocktails.. 22. If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please dont hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send! I LOVE handmade things. It is really hard to think of something I would not want, except for what is mentioned in the rest of the questions. 23. Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library? Yes, every now and again. We might even buy a Playstation or Xbox one day. For now we play on the laptop (Plants Vs Zombies and Worms World Party). 24. Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? Eating oranges and drinking rooibos tea. 25. Do you wear nailpolish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands? I love nailpolish but don't wear it because I suck at applying, but I want to get better at it because it looks so pretty. For winter colors, I'd enjoy purple or deep blue. Oh and I think flake nailpolishes are the most amazing thing ever. I don't have favorite brands, but would be very open to indie brands. 26. Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of. Very aged Snake Oil (the one I tried was 2006), Marshmallow Poof and Snowblind. 27. Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? Can't tell you how excited I am about this question. My grandparents are still in the Netherlands and they don't use a laptop or anything, so the only way we can communicate is by sending letters/cards or when my dad visits them and brings his laptop. So nice stationary would be AWESOME! I'll see if I can add anything to my Etsy wishlist. 28. Have you tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products and scents would you prefer? I've never tried anything from them, and I've added some stuff to my Etsy wishlist. 29. Do you like sample sized things? Think lipgloss, mascara, bodylotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth. Mini's are the cutest! When I was still on make-up alley, I used to hunt down deluxe sample sizes of major brands (the kind you get as a GWP). I also really enjoy other sample sized things, since they're perfect for travel and to try new things out. 30. Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? I have a small front and back garden, but it wasn't really put the way it is by me, so I want to make it more personal. I'd love to sow herbs (which I'd like to look into using it for medical and beauty purposes). 31. Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? I've never tried, but would love to. The Mist Me, Personal Space, Don't Be Jelly, Lip Scrub, Lip Balm, Lip Tint, Shampoo Bar, Conditioner Bar and Sea Salt Spritz are products I'd like to try. Scents like Body Shot, Cupcake, Big Red, A Nod to the Hippies, Blueberry Jackflaps, Cabaret, Caramel Apple and Cinnamon Rolled would really do it for me, and I meant to go through all the scents but there are just too much. But now you have an idea. 32. Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? Yes, I do. Most soaps I find too drying, though, but had a soap by Haunt that was wonderfully creamy. 33. Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? Yes, I've tried Cocoa Pink, but that was a long while ago and the owner didn't do a good job, but I believe it all changed now so I wouldn't mind trying it again. I'd be interested in the linen sprays, scrubs, conditioners, shampoo and styling products. Generally, I like foody, spicy or fruity scents. 34. Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? I was really addicted to Lush, once, even went mysteryshopping for them. But then I boycotted buying their products, but that was a while ago. And now.. I miss some of their products. I'd love to get my hands on Rub Rub Rub, for example, or Sweetie Pie jelly, Ocean Salt, BIG, Sea Spray, Popcorn, You Snap the Whip.. but that's about it. Oh, and I really miss that discontinued jelly with clouds.. what was it called? 35. Do witches prefer the answers posted here, but a more cherry-picked number of questions answered, or a more exhaustive list posted in the blog, which means posting here much less? I really prefer all answers together on the blog. Makes life so much easier! 36. Anyone a fan of Shiro Cosmetics? Any particular products? Eye shadow pigments in general? Don't know it, but had a look at their website, and nothing really jumped at me. I've heard amazing things about Fyrinnae, though.. 37. Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott? Products where animals have suffered for. 38. As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? I would go completely nuts over Japanese sheet masks! 39. Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? I really like We Heart This, Marie Forleo, Lit Cosmetics and Lisa Eldrigde. 40. Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are. Nopes, not really I'm afraid.   41. How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? I've always wanted to do a nice picnic since I arrived here in South Africa, but haven't gotten to it yet. Anything that can be used with a picnic would be very much appreciated. 42. If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? I think I'm way more open minded, and have more life experience than others of the same age and sex. And I already have an online business going.. and decided to move to the other side of the planet.. My lover is almost double my age.. that's about it. 43. Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) Haus of Gloi is one of my favorite companies ever! I'd like the White Raspberry or White Blueberry soaps from the reverie (I already have the Raspberry in a whipped soap and it's divine). You can always make me happy with their lipbalms, scrubs or whipped soaps, and I'm fond of their Moon Dog scent. I'd like to try Vice, Satyr or Haus Amber. And something I'd love to do someday is get a custom scent from Haus of Gloi. It's the only exception I'd make on the only wear BPAL rule. 44. Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? Yes I cook, mostly it's a chore, but sometimes a pleasure (when I make pancakes or Indian curry, for example). I much rather bake. 45. Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? Adult. 46. Put your mp3 player/online music/itunes/etc on random and list the next 10 songs here. Okay, I do not have an MP3 player, don't listed to music online.. I only have a folder on my laptop with a couple of albums in, so there's not much to randomize. 47. What is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful. Oh, hard one! I probably have to name three: my laptop, my BPAL collection, and my collar. 48. How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer? As long as it's not more than a couple of square meters it should be fine. 49. Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Yay! Does BPAL/BPTP actually have giftcards? Otherwise, for Haus of Gloi, Etsy, Victoria's Secret.. 50. Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? Semi-precious stones, local candy.   51. Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? Swearing no problem, but I don't like jokes based on discrimination. 52. What style is your sense of humour? Big Bang Theory, Fawlty Towers, Grav3yardgirl. 53. Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? I'd love more 'non-screen-involving' games to play with my lover and friends! We are in desperate need of a deck of cards, or Yahtzee, but we don't collect. 54. What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? I'm not buying anything for myself, but would like trying Sweet Pea, Epibulia or Tympanidium. 55. Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling? Nothing comes to mind at the moment. 56. What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? S&M 101 by Jay Wiseman, Sleeping Beauty trilogy by Anne Rice, a book on baking. 57. Would you like something from Empire Edibles? Very much! I added some things to my Etsy wishlist. 58. Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? Not really. 59. Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc). There is nothing that will break my heart, but instead I'll list three things here that I would love you forever for if it would be in the box.. which doesn't mean you could totally sweep my off my feet with something else though.. but here they are: something related to baking, Asian sheet masks or scented candles. 60. Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? I wouldn't use them. 61. What fandoms do you belong to? None. 62. What cheers you up? My lover, wearing a favorite scent, fresh juice, Snowy, chocolate, making a sale online. 63. Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? I really don't know. 64. What question do you hate to answer? None. 65. What is the best compliment you have/could receive? My lover who tells me how beautiful I look, even with my hair in a mess, last day's make-up on and puffy eyes. 66. Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country. SkinTwo magazine (UK), candy from all over the place. 67. Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? I have been without a bag for half a year now and desperately need one. Not a rucksack though, a clutch would be loved but what I most need is more of a bit more spacious shoulder bag. I'd like it to be white but am afraid that it will get dirty, so red, black, burnt orange would be great. Or any jewel tones, really. 68. What's your favourite comfort food (snack or candy etc) and/or drink? Chocolate, malva pudding, tea, fresh juice, spicy food. 69. Would you be interested in someone writing out for you a favourite recipe, or finding or devising one which they think you'd like? If so, please provide your favourite ingredients, info on how you like to cook/store and use food, and any intolerances - unless all of these are in your questionnaire, or you don't like the idea. (I'm not saying I'd definitely do this, unless someone is keen, and it wouldn't be the only gift). I guess for other witches this might include something like a knitting pattern - not my thing but would you like that? Or indeed would you like a picture created for you (if so what kind) or a story written? (sorry if this feels a bit Spanish Inquisition!) A recipe sounds nice, especially when it's baking or cocktail related. Favorite ingredients are hard to say, but I think you can get a good impression by some other questions what I like. A story or a picture sounds lovely, too. 70. If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? I'd try and help build towns/schools up in third world countries.   71. Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in? I've been thinking that it would be nice to adopt a piece of rainforest.. 72. What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? No style really, since it's not a kitchen we placed when we moved here. But yes, some people come over sometimes. 73. Are your ears pierced? Yes. 74. Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? I do like stuffed animals but am quite particular about them. But if you'd find something like the giant stuffed kiwi pillow on my Etsy wishlist, but far less expensive, or a different cute fruit.. I'd be all over it. 75. Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!? Nope. 76. Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? I used to burn them and love it, especially Country Home Scents ones. Realistic bakery scents all the way. I don't own a burner anymore though.. 77. Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? Yes please! Especially love those sticks with the cubes and you put it in hot milk.. hmmm. 78. Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? Holborne! She was my Witch last year, and we turned into friends. 79. If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? Not much! I'm fine with whenever I find it out. 80. Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? I love Spoonfudge, and Cookies & Cream is my favorite!   81. What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? It's so hard to get your hands on! But I have a scrub and it's the best one I've ever had.. so more Moona would be welcomed. 82. Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? (I'm asking because if they did, you might mention them elsewhere, but if not, the imagery might be helpful) Yes, the butterflies! I love everything with butterflies. 83. Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf? Yes! "Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly...". I have it on a huge mug my last Witch sent me, and I love it to pieces. And I'd love artwork or a bag or anything! I also like many quotes by Jim Rohn. 84. STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? YAAAAAAAY! I miss Starbucks SO much since I moved to South Africa! I don't know if they also have instant coffees, but good ones. If so I'd be all over them. 85. Ninjas or Pirates? Neither, really. 86. Werewolves or Vampires? Vampires! 87. Zombie or Cthulhu? Cthulhu! 88. Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? I'd be fine with anything, really, but I would most enjoy something small during the round and a bigger one at the end. 89. Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? Yes! Butterflies (see the quote question). I also have a small insect finger puppet from when I was a kid, and a slice of agate my father gifted me around the same age. Both items are two of the few 'non functional things' I took with me when I moved to South Africa. 90. When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? Cuddle a lot, drink copious amounts of tea, bake something, watch a cozy movie.   91. Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? Now I notice I completely forgot to mention this before, but I do not enjoy any fizzy drinks. Sorry. 92. Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? VERY! I would really like a hat (maybe a slouchy beanie). No favorite fibers I can think of, but also don't have allergies. If it would be a slouchy, black, deep grey, white or jewel tones would be nice. 93. What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? Bliss, Boomslang and Marshmallow Poof. 94. If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? I don't knit, might start knitting one day, but know nothing about needles. 95. What styles of artwork do you like? Gustav Klimt, Salvador Dali, M.C. Escher. 96. If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? Absolutely! 97. Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? Had to Google Mexican vanilla, but it sounds awesome! 98. The Conjure Oils update (http://conjureoils.com/emporium.htm) looks absolutely fabulous...I didn't know she made soaps and candles and whanot. Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like? The scent Voluptuary sounds really yummy to me. I'd either like it in a Wicked Whip or Seductive Spray. 99. What is your favorite color? Of all time? Purple. But I also really like other jewel tones. 100. What is your favorite season? I think every season has it's charm.   101. If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? Here in South Africa, close to a forest and waterfall. 102. Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? Nothing planned. 103. I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you? You know what the problem is with me an foreign food? I completely love it, but I never am able to name anything. I mean, I know I'd swoon over strange hot sauces, candy, cookies, spices.. I had a look at the website and would be very interested in hot sauces in the 'wild' category. Ooooh they say they have over 70 jelly bean flavors! *drools* 104. Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself? Things for baking, comfortable headbands, a jewelery tree. 105. Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? Nope. 106. I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? Very curious to try! 107. If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)? I like Julia Roberts, Jack Nicholson, Johnny Depp.. 108. So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion? I'd like the hot process soap. 109. Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any? I think they can be nice depending on design, place and person. My love has two, I don't have any but might get one someday.. or not. 110. I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? For nut-haters, they have nutless Roca For the no-sugar folks they have sugar-free as well. Never had it, but sounds yummy.   111. I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there? Would love jerky, but I'm not 100% sure whether it's allowed to cross the border here. 112. How do you feel about home-canned goods? Like jam or something? YES please! 113. Do you like BPTP clothing? Some of it. I have a Strawberry Moon, Cold Moon and Weeping Branches Moon tee, so you know my style a bit. I only like the babydoll or burn-out tees though, and wear a M in them. I would LOVE yoga pants but jeans with 34" inseam are even too short for me. Oh and I have2 the purple and orange socks, had the pink ones too but they went missing. 114. Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? I find the Skelly one very cute for lounge wear. 115. What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have? Please have a look at my Scentbase wishlist for those. But I'd swoon over candles in particular. 116. Is there a particular movie genre that you like and what format would you prefer? Fantasy, animated (like Despicable Be, Finding Nemo, that kind of stuff), romantic comedies. Either DVD or Amazon would work for me. 117. Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? I don't have a top 5, but added some to my new Amazon wishlist. Other than these, a sampler would always be welcomed, as I might be too 'scared' to get whole bags of some flavors but would like to give them a go. 118. Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? I love my sorbet icecream (especially raspberry), but it's not a ritual. And my summers have changed drastically as they are way different here in South Africa to the ones in the Netherlands. 119. What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? There's nothing I really want from there. 120. Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!? A couple of things. A kiwi pillow (the one I have on my Etsy), a lady who does a Superhero Sex Shop Tour (which I donated to), the view from Signal Hill near Cape Town, Snowblind from the Post, the fresh strawberry juice at the mall, the idea of Beth doing a project on Kickstarter.   121. Do you like audiobooks? If so, do you have/would you like to try Audible? I have one by Jim Rohn that I really like (the Day that Turns your Live Around), would listen to more, but not dying for it or anything. 122. Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves? LOVE! I love white, milk and dark chocolate, don't like flower flavors or weird ones, love things like pecan, caramel, or chili (in small quantities). 123. I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound? Dill pickle sounds NOT for me, hehe, but I really liked the Heinz ketchup chips they had in the Netherlands a few years back.. 124. If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose? This would be such an awesome gift, especially since I have said this would be the only perfume I'd wear except for BPAL. It is hard to just choose four, so I will list all the notes that speak to me, and I will trust my gifted Witch to decide from there for me, if she decides to send this to me. Marshmallow. Blood Orange. Chocolate. Cinnamon Sugar. Coffee. Leather. Sweet Cream. Yellow Pear. Cake. Brown Sugar. Vanilla Bean. White Vanilla Sugar. Dark Patchouli. Mahogany. 125. Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like? I love Kickstarter! I've heard Beth will be setting up a project there, that I'd be very interested in. I like the project with the soy candle, but they don't ship outside of USA. 126. If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? This, this, this, this and this. 127. Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art fair. Any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists? No trinkety things, please, but artistic cards are always nice. 128. How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it? Glittah me baby! 129. Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined? I'm in love with Paperblanks! Both could work. 130. Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelery give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies? Cool idea, but not for me.   131. Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough? Have never tried, but would love to. Either glazed, savory or candied, I like nuts, really would not like Cheeseburger, Pizza or Root Beer Float. 132. I make my own hair gloss, would you like some detangling and very shiny hair gloss made by me? This is a 'cone rich blend, not the least bit natural. No thank you, I prefer natural ones. 133. Every package has to have something blue in it. Blue can also be used to describe more risque humor...how would you rate your general sense of humor? Are you strictly PG-13, R-rated, NC-17? I have no clue what those abbreviations mean, but yes, I like dirty humor, just nothing based on racism or discrimination. 134. Do you like puzzles? What kind? Jigsaw, word, etc? Haven't been interested in them in a long time. 135. Anything interesting from the new Paintbox Soapworks update for you? Candy Floss! Nekisse! Moundshroud! 136. What about recycled sari silk yarn, witches and witchees? Not really interested in yarn. 137. Sooo, the Blooddrop update (Aviary and Summer Simplicities). Anything you'd like from there? Not really. 138. I am going back to Paradise Fibers today. They have like almost every type of fiber roving and dye and stuff available. If you're a spinner and have any fiber wishes, what would you like? Dyed or natural? Do you need dye? colors? brand? No wishes, really. 139. If I wanted to include something for your fluffball, what would be good, and what should I stay away from? She doesn't really have toys, and more likes playing with packaging then anything else. 140. Would homemade treats be something you'd like for your dog/cat? No, thank you.   141. If you get a long weekend this weekend... what are you doing with it? Staying in? Going out? Family? Friends? If you don't get a long weekend, are you OK with that, or a little sad? (If you are Canadian, apply this to last weekend). I didn't have a long weekend. 142. Would you be interested in getting a kombucha starter and instructions on how to use it to easily make your own fermented, probiotic tea drink? No, thank you. 143. Anything from Villainess that strikes your fancy, either from their update or from the GC? Nothing in particular.
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Fandom Swap!

Which show(s)/movie(s) you would like as the theme for your package?   1. I would say name a mixture of five favorite fandoms (movies/television shows) that you would like. The package can be a mixture of different fandoms. Rank in priority of what fandom you’d like the most though.   Game of Thrones Sherlock Doctor Who Firefly       2. Favorite characters?   Game of Thrones: Arya, Jon Snow, Dany, Tyrion, Bran, Hodor Sherlock: Sherlock, John Doctor Who: Four, Ten, Rose, Jack Harkness, Donna, Amy, Clara Firefly: Mal, Inara, Wash, Simon, Kaylee, Shepherd Book       3. Least favorite characters?   Game of Thrones: Joffrey, Roose Bolton, Theon, Ramsay Sherlock: Moriarty Doctor Who: Daleks, Cybermen Firefly: I don't really dislike any of them!       4. Favorite scent notes? Red Musk, patchouli, tobacco, honey, amber 5. Least favorite scent notes? violet, rose, sweet pea, most foody-type scents 6. Favorite snack item? Popcorn - caramel-covered with cashews & chocolate is quite nummy (Chocolate may melt in the mail during summer months, so that might not be the best thing to send) 7. Least favorite snack item? black licorice, most other nuts 8. Any allergies? none 9. Favorite flavors? caramel, chocolate, peppermint 10. Hated flavors? spearmint, black licorice 11. Favorite colors? dark blue, dark green, black, dark red (blue-tone) 12. Least favorite colors? orange, yellow, pastels 13. Jewelry preferences? earrings, necklace, pendants - silver-tone 14. Wearable item preferences No preference 15. T-Shirt size XL 16. Wildcard ideas? Uh .... drawing a blank here     Anything else you want your swapper to know? Nothing I can really thing of - just have fun with it!
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Summertime Blues 2013 - Switch Witch help - updated 7/13/13

I will edit this as questions come in.   Wishlists I don't think the links worked in my questionnaire, so here they are again. Amazon Wish List   BPAL Wish List (including SW/SF Help): BPAL Wishlist http://www.bpal.org/...935#entry404935   Think Geek Wishlist   Additional questions   Dr. Who? - Not into it.   How much do you like lipbalm? Flavored or unflavored? What are your favorite brands and flavors? I like lipbalm a lot! Flavored, definitely. Some of my favorites are Alba Botanicals, Bonne Bell. Unknown natural/indie are cool too. Tropical flavors, nostalgic candy flavors, weird flavors. SPF is good.   Do you like and wear lipgloss? If yes, what colours? I do! I've been into the Revlon Lip Butters lately. I like a variety. Warm, bright, sheer colors are easiest on me (current favorites are Juicy Papaya and Candy Apple) but occasionally I find a great brown or a fuchsia that goes with my coloring. The ones that never look good on me are pastels, beige or glitter.   For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out? For Strange Women, CB I Hate Perfume.   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. And if you had them and dislike them, can you name a few *other* tea companies you're into? I haven't had Adagio teas. I'm open to trying them. I'm lazy and prefer teabags. I like robust black teas like Assam, or minty/tart tisanes to make iced tea.   What about coffee? I'm pretty loyal to the local fair-trade roaster Just Coffee for stuff I make at home. I also like espresso drinks when I'm out and about.   Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why?   If you were a Disney princess you would be?: Rapunzel, natch.   Seashell from Florida? That would be cool.   What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome? Historically I have not been very crafty, but I might like to try making cigar-box stringed instruments. Oh, or repainting my living room with milk paints.   If you could have one rare BPAL, what would you choose? Tarot: The Sun.   Are you kinky? Well, I'm eccentric.   Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? I can't have them; they bother my cats.   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? Friends who've been there tell me it's beautiful. I'd enjoy receiving local natural or cultural items if my Switch Witch is South African.   Sock Dreams? I like socks, especially cotton or silk ones. Calf or knee lengths work best for me. I dig stripes, funky patterns, neutrals and reds.   Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? Yes! Silk/satin hair ties, seamless scarves, hair forks, hair sticks, anything else you know of that can comfortably and gently contain massive amounts of hair. (Mine is between waist and hip length, thick and curly.)   What is your favorite shade of blue? Midnight blue! I also love robin's egg blue, turquoise, indigo, ultramarine, cobalt.   If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? Educational theory. Grant writing. Music therapy. Latin percussion. Comedy writing. Music production (actually planning on taking an online course this summer.) Web design. Coding. The list goes on ....   Candy? Only in small quantities. I am partial to intense black licorice, violet candies (violet creams!), and cinnamon swirl caramels. Oh, and I'd love to try the BPAL candies! Especially the Lupercalia ones.   E-reader? I don't have one.   Kitchen gadgets I don't have any.   If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please don't hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send! Items I would NOT love to receive are knitted things (my mom already knits me a ton of stuff) and decorative-only crafts. [ See next question for exception! ] As for food, nothing very perishable -- I'm just one person and don't want to waste your homemade treats.   Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? Having said the above, I realize there is one thing I like that my mom doesn't knit me, and that's silk-lined hats! A slouchy beret in linen, cotton, bamboo or some combination, with silk sewn inside to protect my hair, would be very welcome. Favorite colors for knitted items: black, natural, lavender, burgundy, deep blues.   Video games? Not so much these days, although if you have recommendations for good music/piano education ones to use in my profession, I'm all ears.   Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? Writing by hand, walks.   Do you wear nail polish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands? I wear polish on my toes in the summer. Colors I tend to go for are neutrals, plum, lavender, peach, burnt orange, turquoise -- and bright colors and unconventional colors in general. I'm partial to Zoya. I like little sample bottles as it takes me a long time to go through a bottle of any one color. I don't like glitter or texture effects. Indie brands are cool.   Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of. TKO, Madagascan Vanilla Rum, Passion Flower   Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? Yes, on special occasions.   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer? Never tried. The Gingermilk, Miss Ada and Little Paper Umbrellas solid scents look nice.   Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? I don't do much of it at home these days (I have one little tomato plant). I subscribe to a CSA and sometimes help with that.   Do you like sample sized things? Think lip gloss, mascara, body lotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth. Yes, samples are fun.   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? Never even heard of it! I'm not much a soap person, evidently. Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? Not really.   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? Not tried. Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? I like their citrusy shower things, the toothy tabs, and the lip scrubs. Shiro cosmetics? Eye pigments? I do better with cream eyeshadows.   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? Clothing, artwork -- anything unique to the country you think I'd like.   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are. Hmmm ... I don't think I read any such sites regularly.   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? I go on Facebook to communicate with friends and/or play Scrabble.   How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? I love picnics! Utilitarian works best for me.   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? Self-employed, never married, no kids (nor grandkids, natch.) Third-generation American. I've been a radio host, a model, a legal assistant, a farmhand, a bookstore manager, and a door-to-door fundraiser, among other things. Skipped a grade of school in a new country. Was arrested with Casey Kasem. Started a music career in my 40s. I teach 8-year-old girls to be rock stars.   Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott? I try to buy local and/or indie when applicable. I keep an eye on sustainability and labor practices as well.   Which reading level do you prefer to read in -- YA or Adult? Or even both? Both. I haven't been a YA for ages now, but I still enjoy reading good YA fiction on occasion. (Feed by M.T. Anderson was a favorite.) And I would love to be introduced to more good adult fiction.   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) I was unfamiliar with them, but the Perfume, Made For You interests me.   Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? I do it all, and it's a pleasure. I just made a green salad with dill and fennel vinaigrette, mixed nuts and dried cranberries, and am now steaming some fresh asparagus!   What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? I have an itty-bitty nondescript kitchen. I don't entertain in my home, except for picnics in the backyard. I do have a few assorted Fiesta Ware plates I like.   Are your ears pierced? Yes, one in each earlobe.   Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? Not for me, thanks.   Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!? My cats don't get jealous of SW -- only of my computer screen! And they'll probably make any Witchee boxes into toys.   Questions: If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in? Can't think of anything at the moment. Will come back to this.   Would you be interested in someone writing out for you a favourite recipe, or finding or devising one which they think you'd like? If so, please provide your favourite ingredients, info on how you like to cook/store and use food, and any intolerances - unless all of these are in your questionnaire, or you don't like the idea. (I'm not saying I'd definitely do this, unless someone is keen, and it wouldn't be the only gift). I guess for other witches this might include something like a knitting pattern - not my thing but would you like that? Or indeed would you like a picture created for you (if so what kind) or a story written? Hmmm, it could be interesting for you to write a story or song lyrics based on what you know about me, if you're into that kind of thing.   Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? My current bag is actually wearing out, so a new (or sturdy used) one would be welcome. I like messenger bags and duffels. I carry a mini-laptop and music books in my bag as well as the usual stuff like lip balm and vitamins, to give you an idea of the size/shape. I'm pretty open on color as long as it fits with my tastes generally.   What's your favourite comfort food (snack or candy etc) and/or drink? Tamari rice crackers, mixed nuts with dried cranberries, fruit juices mixed with sparkling water, ginger beer, swiss cheese.   Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country. Yes, that would be great! Anything that's unique to my witch's country would be of interest. If you're in Germany, my English friends tell me you get the best black tea there. If you're in France, I used to live there and miss many things -- see the creme de marrons question further down this list.   What fandoms do you belong to? I don't really belong to any fandoms.   What cheers you up? A good cup of coffee, a clean house, a massage, a day in the country, the smell of fresh citrus, a walk with a friend.   Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? I like tarot cards. I have a Motherpeace deck and would like to try working with a traditional Rider Waite deck as well.   Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? I'd most want to haunt the house I grew up in. I can't think of anyone I'd want to be haunted by, let alone who least.   0What question do you hate to answer? I'm an introvert. I don't like questions that invade my personal space (especially in person.)   What is the best compliment you have/could receive? As someone else mentioned, laughter at my humor -- I like it because it's immediate and hard to fake. I also like when someone appreciates my songs on more than one level.   Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc) I'd like something personal in some way - a sense of who my witch is, and that she gets who I am. Okay, and at least one little thing that smells good. It would be a-ok with me if there wasn't tea (although if my witch is in Germany, see my answer above.)   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? Those violet creams sound amazing! (Or violet creams from anywhere, really.)   Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? I'm not consistent about this, but if I see a cool coin or matchbook or rock or shell I'll pick it up.   What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? 1) Nobody's Family Is Going To Change, by Louise Fitzhugh. 2) 9th & 13th, by Jonathan Coe 3) The Highly Sensitive Person, by Elaine Aron   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling? Harriet in Harriet the Spy, Adah in The Poisonwood Bible.   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? I'm safe from this update. I'm really looking forward to the TAL update!   Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? I like Apples to Apples, Encore, Scrabble and Pictionary. I'd like to try Cards Against Humanity. It would be fun to try some more word, music, or ice-breaker type games. Oh, and I'm interested in the idea of cooperative or "New Games".   What style is your sense of humour? I like to mix it up. I write sly satire, whimsical songs, and out-there surreal stuff, and I once played a Charlie Chaplin-type character in a documentary about chickens. (Yes, really.) I enjoy absurdity, wordplay, good-natured banter, and the masterful physical comedy of my two cats.   Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? No problems with swearing or off-color humor per se. Just as long as it's not mean-spirited.   Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? I'm curious about musk lollies. Aboriginal art printed on a t-shirt would be cool too.   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Yay. Introduce me to someplace you think I'd love.   How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer? I prefer 16 x 16 or smaller.   Question: what is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful. At the moment it's my Ashbory bass guitar. Just look at how cool it is! Ashbory bass   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? There are several folks who at least know me in person from local Meet & Sniffs: orata, Venneh, Chanter, wendyb1063, starrykitten.   If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? This is all for fun anyway. It would be fine.   Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? I don't use either.   Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? I like the gourmet stuff a great deal, and I'd be into stuff to make it with or add to it.   Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? I think I'd better take a pass on that one!   What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? I wasn't familiar with it. Possibly the dusting powder?   Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? Sol Invictus and Ra. I love the idea and imagery of these BPAL solar oils, but the only one I really want is Tarot: The Sun. Or, in TAL form, Joy.   I saw you have a cat - would it be okay for me to add something for them in a package? Do they like mousies, crunch/soft treats or 'nip? Absolutely! Pleasing my cats pleases me. The girl likes things she can carry around in her mouth. I think she hid her rainbow caterpillar Honeysuckle Hug and I haven't been able to find another one, so if you know where to get one we'd all love that. The boy is a maniac for bonito flakes.     Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? Nay, thanks.   Ninjas or Pirates? Pirates. Werewolves or Vampires? Vampires. Zombie or Cthulhu? Cthulhu.   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? I'm happy with whatever my witch prefers, and what works for their postal situation and the amount of time they have to witch.   What is your favorite color? Purple.   What is your favorite season? Autumn.   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? I haven't explored enough places to decide - possibly the South of France?   Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? Mountains (hence the screen name).   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? A massage, a hot shower, a comfort scent, a yummy nutritious meal cooked by someone else, a note from a fan.   Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? I don't drink much soda, but if you have some good flavors/types I can't get here in Wisconsin, I might like to try a bit. A good ginger beer or a peach soda.   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? Yes, in a car in late July. I don't do well if I try to read in moving vehicles, but maybe there's something tactile that could occupy me? Otherwise I just try to sleep.   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you? A variety of vegetarian Indian dinners. Or anything else you think I might like.   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself? 1. An eye mask 2. Post-it notes 3. Stuff to clean my computer and phone screens with. Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? It looks like everything's sold out.   I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? No thanks.     What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? TKO, Faith, Tarot: The Sun are top of the list, I think. Anything off my wish list is wonderful, though! Or anything you know I'd like based on what else I like.   If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)? Nope.   If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? I don't knit or crochet.   What styles of artwork do you like? There's a great variety of artwork I like to look at. The artwork I have in my place tends toward the simple and serene - photographic, watercolor and woodcut landscapes and some Chinese calligraphy.   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? Yes I would!   Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? No thanks.   The Conjure Oils update (http://conjureoils.com/emporium.htm) looks absolutely fabulous...I didn't know she made soaps and candles and whanot. Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like? I'm curious about sampling the "Heliophobe" scent.     So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion? I don't know what it is, and searching for it takes me some strange places.   Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any? Too permanent for me. Temporary ones are fun, though.   Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? 1. Black tea from Germany 2. Lucid Dreaming tisane from the Algonquin Tea Co. 3. Irish Breakfast 4. Moroccan Mint tea 5. Herbal chai   Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? A bonfire at the CSA.   What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? List is linked up at the top. Thank you for the guitar pick punch, my awesome Witch!   Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ? The blind cat at the pet food store I frequent has a guide cat!   Do you like audiobooks? If so, do you have/would you like to try Audible? (I'm an addict, myself.) Not currently.   Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves? Love small quantities of really great chocolate. Truffles in interesting flavors are a favorite of mine. Spicy, tea-infused, floral ... One or two would make my day.   Do you like BPTP clothing? I like some of the t-shirt designs, and I'm interested in the yoga pants. It would be especially cool to have a t-shirt from one of the lunacies that have become my favorite scents.   Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? I don't own any! I like Buck Moon, Fruit Moon, Mead Moon, Cheshire Moon, Dragon Moon, Oak Moon, Panther Moon -- for starters!   What size do you wear of: Baby-doll T's - I don't really wear baby-dolls Regular T's - Large yoga pants - Large   What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have? Nothing at the moment.     Stuff from Seattle? Local foods would be cool.   Knitted things - love or hate? Scarves and/or washcloths are quick and easy.....would you want one of these? If so, what color(s)? Are you allergic to any fiber? My mom knits enough of these for me.   How do you feel about home-canned goods? I feel good about them. If home-grown, bonus!   TAL on etsy? That would be lovely! I'm pretty much interested in trying everything, so if there's anything you're getting and want to wing a decant my way, it will get appreciation. The Golden Graces Bath Oil looks especially nice to me.   Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelry give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies? I like the concept, but don't want to wear it.   I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? A little Almond Roca, sure.   I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there? Nope!   Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: Fantasy comedy, musicals (including Bollywood), documentaries. DVDs work for me.   Heavenly-smelling, 'cone-rich hair gloss? It sounds amazing, but alas 'cones don't get along well with my hair.   I know the question about personal style was included in the questionnaire, but is there anything that could give your witch a better sense of your style/fashion or decoration preferences? Like tumblrs, pictures you like, websites, stores (or brands) you like or would like to be able to shop at and so forth? I buy most of my clothes at thrift stores. I'll see if I can post some photos or something. Other than that .... My favorite recent clothing discoveries: http://www.macabiskirt.com/ (I have the long skirt in charcoal, stone and sandstone.) http://www.wolky.com (I have a pair of red strap-cloggy shoes.) I wear a 32G, so I've had a lot of trouble finding bras that fit and are comfortable, let alone in more than a couple colors. I love the Simone Perele Andora and Caressence bras. http://www.simoneperele.com/index.html I like soft oversize t-shirts - latest favorite find is a diagram of a spine with a hummingbird in the brain.   Do you like earrings? Any particular style appeal to you? (hoops, chandelier style, pretty beads etc.) I like hoops and pretty beads.   Do you like/wear makeup? If so what brands/colors/types? I wear it sometimes and like to play with it. For subtle enhancement, I like BB creams and/or lip gloss and a little black mascara. For fun, I like different sheer lip colors, eye crayons and cream eye shadows, and colored mascaras. Would like to try CC cream. Skin color: very light. Lip colors: warm reds, coral, peach, reddish-browns, warm pinks. Eye colors: light lid colors, purple, gold, dark crayon/pencil colors, any mascara color. Oh, and nothing sparkly, please.   Is there anything special I could get you from New York City? Probably lots of things! I love NYC. I'm overdue for a visit there. Anything unique there you think I'd like.   How do you feel about glitter? Does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it? I teach at a girls' rock camp. I don't need any more glitter for the rest of my life.   Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough? Yes. I like my popcorn savory and pretty unadorned. Salt and maybe a little butter, sometimes nutritional yeast, black pepper or cayenne. I'm totally open to black popcorn or blue popcorn or what have you -- I like to taste the flavor of the corn.   Audiobooks? If I had an mp3 player and headphones I'd listen to them on long trips. I never find time to listen to them at home.   Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art faire. any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists? Sure. I once found a catnip mouse out of beautiful flowered fabric at one of those festivals, and it's lasted for two generations of my kitties. Or you might find something completely different that suits my tastes.   Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like? I'm considering doing a Kickstarter campaign for my next album. Also looking at Indiegogo.   If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? The price is unimportant, not because I'm rich, but because I'd like some inspiration. I don't currently have an Etsy wishlist. I'll see if I can bookmark some things soon to give you an idea.   If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose? Apricot, Ginger, Kaffir Lime and Mahogany   I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound? I eat too many chips as it is.   Do you like puzzles? What kind? Jigsaw, word, etc? I like crosswords.   How would you rate your general sense of humor? Are you strictly PG-13, R-rated, NC-17? Unrated -- anything from the innocent to the raunchy can make me laugh.   What about recycled sari silk yarn, witches and witchees? I'm not a knitter/crafter, but I'd gladly wear a garment made of this -- I love silk things.   Sooo, the Blooddrop update (Aviary and Summer Simplicities). Anything you'd like from there? Possibly the Pink Grapefruit?   DEAR FIBER AND YARN PEOPLE: I am going back to Paradise Fibers today. They have like almost every type of fiber roving and dye and stuff available. If you're a spinner and have any fiber wishes, what would you like? Dyed or natural? Do you need dye? colors? brand? I'm not a knitter but I do collect cool buttons for my nephew and niece to play with, if you come across any.   If I wanted to include something for your fluffball, what would be good, and what should I stay away from? With: Would homemade treats be something you'd like for your dog/cat? Catnip, bonito flakes, fabric toys are all good. Other edible treats are iffy due to a urinary tract diet. Homemade catnip treats would be fun, though.   If you get a long weekend this weekend... what are you doing with it? Staying in? Going out? Family? Friends? If you don't get a long weekend, are you OK with that, or a little sad? (If you are Canadian, apply this to last weekend). I'm hanging out, practicing music, getting caught up on chores, and hoping to do some songwriting.   Would you be interested in getting a kombucha starter and instructions on how to use it to easily make your own fermented, probiotic tea drink? Kombucha and I don't get along for some reason.   What one item would make your kitchen feel 'complete'? It can be anything - gadget, ingredient, art piece, furniture, etc A big pitcher to keep in the fridge.   Would you like to receive a couple of French regional specialities like Crème de marrons (basically sweet chestnut purée with a hint of vanilla aroma - can be eaten as a spread or with yoghurt, used in pastries - although I demolish the stuff with a spoon, because I freaking love it), other preserves/sweet things, tapenade/rouille/aioli/dried tomato caviar/other kinds of savoury spreads and condiments? Yes yes yes! Crème de marrons would be amazing to get again. I haven't had that since the 1970s! Tapenade, rouille, aioli, or any of those southern French savoury condiments would be fantastic. I can't remember the last time I had rouille; it's been ages!   Anything from Villainess that strikes your fancy, either from their update or from the GC? The Ginger Snapped, Krakatoa, and Scintillating perfumes look good, as does the Grundy Mud.   Green Tea Kit Kats? I'd try that.   Name 3 things you'd like to get from the Body Shop, LUSH and also Bath and Body Works. The Body Shop: 1. Deep Sleep Dreamy Pillow and Body Mist 2. Satsuma Body Mist 3. Hemp Hand Oil   LUSH: 1. Toothy Tabs 2. Mint Julips 3. Fair Trade Foot Lotion   Bath and Body Works: 1. Bali Mango Fragrance Mist 2. Orange Ginger Body Mist 3. Eucalyptus Spearmint Body Mist   Any candles or tarts you've always wanted to try from Yankee Candle? Nope.   If you were set loose in a Whole Foods (or independent equivalent) with $20 to spend on anything frivolous, what would you get? Guacamole and tortilla chips, fizzy water, whatever fruit looks appetizing. Prancing Pony Etsy wares? I like the gaming dice pendant.   Black Taffeta and Summer Lace? I'm in a decant circle for Summer Lace.
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One spot for my answers - AND I'll try to update as needed; I'm deleting out questions I'm not answering.   Basic Info Birthday: 9 April Pets: 1 cat Children: 1 teenage daughter who lives w/her father (but I have her every other weekend) Religious orientation: none Favorite Holiday: Halloween! Living arrangement (by yourself, with roommates, etc): Just me & my cat Livejournal/Blog/Website: My Tumblr   BPAL Favorite BPAL oils: Le Lethe, The Anitkythera Mechanism, Hollywood Babylon, Vixen, No 93 Engine, Sunbird, Changing the Shadows, A Wonderful Light, Sin Favorite notes: orange blossom, red musk, tobacco, honey, cinnamon, amber, peppermint, leather Least favorite notes: banana, coconut, violet, rose, sweet pea, carnation, pumpkin, anise If Beth made a custom blend for you, what would the notes be, and what would you want the label art to look like? I have no idea, but I'd be speechless   Clothing & Jewelry Hair type: fine, but I have a lot of it. Skin Type: does day-glo count as a skin type? Combination, very fair Allergies (specifically B&B related): contact dermatitis with most bath oils & bath salts; Nasal (some Patchouli's set off my allergies something fierce, and Aziraphael makes me sneeze when I wear it) Tub, shower or both? both Favorite bath & beauty products: Paintbox Soapworks glycerin soaps Clothing Style/Fave garments: PJs, knee socks, sweat pants - when I'm not at work, I live comfortably Favorite clothing colors/colors to wear: dark colours, black, dark green, greys Type(s) of jewelry worn: earrings, necklaces & pendants Jewelry - gold or silver? silver Do you have any allergies to metal? yellow gold Favorite gemstones: sapphire, diamond Sock/Shoe Size: 8   Lifestyle Style/home decoration style: minimalist, ecclectic (I tend to like a combination of modern with antique) Favorite decorating colors: dark woods, blues, greens Things you collect: bpal, books, wooden storage boxes (like the kind you get from Hobby Lobby) Favorite music: a little of everything Least favorite music: most rap, religious music Vegetarian/Vegan?: (Please be as specific as possible to reduce confusion!) I am not Other food restrictions: Not a fan of spicy foods - they tend to not agree with me. No onions or peppers. Favorite flavors: chocolate, salty, caramel Favorite foods/drinks: popcorn, pita chips Favorite authors/genres: Neil Gaiman, Sara Douglass, Jacqueline Carey, Herge (the TinTin books) Least favorite authors/genres: religious, most history books Books/authors you'd like to read, but haven't yet: How do you feel about receiving gently used books as gifts? one can never have too many books (although my "need to read" shelf might disagree with me on that) Favorite stores (including clothing stores): Walmart, Target, Starbucks, Home Depot, Lowes Favorite online stores (including B&B stores): Paintbox Soapworks, Two Timing Tart, BPAL, Wyrding Studios, Amazon, iTunes Magazines you subscribe to: none Magazines you like, but don't subscribe to: none Favorite movies: History of the World Part I, Big Fish, The Court Jester, Mulan Favorite TV show(s): Game of Thrones, Big Bang Theory, Sherlock, Doctor Who Hobbies/crafts done: Photography, baking ... just starting to get a little back into counted cross-stitch   Wishlists BPAL Wish List (including SW/SF Help): BPAL wishlist - and I do try to keep it up-to-date Other website Wish lists (amazon.com, etc): Amazon & Etsy - check the left side, because I have my list organized/sorted into different lists.   Random Questions: On a scale of 1-5, how organized are you? 4 (I'm mostly organized)   Where, outside of the U.S. would you love to visit? (if you're international, this can be anywhere) ANYWHERE! I've only ever been to Mexico or Canada, so I'd love to go anywhere. That said, I really did enjoy my trip through British Columbia, the Yukon, and into Alaska. I'd love to visit Europe, Greece, Russia ... really, anywhere!   Do people tell you that you act older, younger, or your age? My age, but I do occasionally indulge my inner 12-year-old   If I gave you a toy gun with flashing lights, would you hide and start shooting people from around corners OR would you thank me on the IGI thread and then quietly donate it (a niece, Oxfam, Goodwill, wherever)? (there are no wrong answers for this, so don't be afraid to answer honestly) Pew! Pew! Pew! None of my co-workers would be safe!   What animal do you feel like the most? wolf or dolphin   Your favorite feature about yourself: eyes   Do you live in a neighborhood or in the middle of nowhere? neighborhood   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. Under $10: Wandcaps! Over $10: A Silpat (silicone baking mat)   How do you feel about boi witches? They're cool, but hard to shop for   Do you like garage sales (boot sales)? Not a fan; I've never had good luck with them.   I like to slather my food in …: caramel sauce, chocolate ... I'm a dessert person   State fairs or carnivals? yes - but I need to visit more.   You throw caution to the wind and runaway to join a traveling circus. What job would you want ( a main performer, a side show, a behind the scenes spot, etc) and why? I'd be the person shooting the arrows off the girl's head - I love archery   What mythical or fantastic race of creatures (dragons, unicorns, griffins, elves, dwarves, faeries, etc.) do you most identify with? Elves or Faeries   Imagine that you're given a shoebox-sized time capsule, and you are asked to put any number of items in the box that symbolize who you are. The items can be may be anything you can imagine, and money is no object, but they must fit within the box. What do you choose? A portable hard drive with all my music & photos on it   Do you need storage boxes? I think I'm good; that said, I have an addiction for wooden storage boxes (like the ones you get from Hobby Lobby)   The world has given you the day off. You hear that, no chores, responsibilities, or budget you have to follow. What would you do in those 24 hours? Fly to a foreign country & take lots and lots of pictures   Do you like steampunk & if so what kind of steampunk item would you most like to receive? I love steampunk, but own no steampunk items. I'm a large girl, and can't pull off most of the steampunk fashions; I've always admired the adornments   Do you have an etsy shop? Nope   Would you like to receive baked goods, if so what kind? Mmmm ... cookies, brownies?   What is something totally random (yes, that thing that just popped into your head) that hasn't been covered by any previous questions? I don't wear make-up, but I'm good with some lip balms.   Notes (Here's where you can add additional information you'd like your Switch Witch to know!): I will be out of town 7/11 - 7/14   And for the additional/Ketchup questions:   Your feelings on Adagio teas: I received the Doctor Who Fandom sampler set, and everything's been fantastic so far.   What about coffee? Would you like to get coffee send to you? Whole bean or ground? What are some varieties and/or flavors you enjoy? Not so much a make-my-own coffee person. I go for the frappaccino's from Starbucks   Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why? Phedre from the Kushiel's Saga - not so much for the sexy-parts, but for her strength, courage, and cunning (Ironic choice, given my answer to a later question )   If you were a Disney princess you would be?: It'd be a tough tie between Merida & Mulan   Seashell from Florida? Sure!   What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome? I am so NOT a crafty person (which is why it confuses the heck out of me as to why I get stuck with all the crafty projects at work). I don't need any crafty supplies. Now, if you're talking "home improvement" that's another story ... and significantly more expensive   If you could have one rare bpal which one would you choose? Oooh ... good question. I really don't know. A full bottle of Mme Moriarty? Banshee Beat? I'm sure there's something else I just don't know about yet   Are you kinky? Not so much these days   Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? I do - And I have to plug forumite t3andcrumpet's Two Timing Tart web site, because she has some FANTASTIC scented candles that I've just LOVED (mmm ... Shemar Moore candles ... ). Typically no lavender, overly-floral or coconut, and we're good.   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? I have not been there, but would love to go; I'd be thrilled to receive anything.   Do you like Sockdreams? If so, what styles would you prefer: I do like Sockdreams. I've only received one pair of knee socks so far (because I always forget about them), but I love fun socks!   Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? None needed. I wash & go, and don't do anything fun with it; even if I did, it would do what it wants anyway.   What is your favorite shade of blue? Dark blue, TARDIS blue, jewel-tones   Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? The only "gadget" I have is my Kitchenaid stand mixer   If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? I'd like to re-learn knitting and/or crochet. Not that my cat needs more things to bat at and steal from me ...   What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? Smooth & melty mints, dark chocolate sea salt caramels   Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks? I use the Kindle app on my iPad and iPhone, so ebooks are perfectly fine!   If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please dont hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send! Nothing with nuts, unless it's white chocolate macadamia nut cookies. Not really sure on the crafty-type items!   Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library? I do like the Assassin's Creed series - I have 1 & 3 and a PS3. My library consists of 1 more game: Katamari Forever I do occasionally play Torchlight 2 on my Macbook Pro (via a Windows partition).   Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? Unless you want to count "get up, shower, go to work, go home, crash into bed" as a daily habit/ritual, then no   Do you wear nailpolish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands? Not for me.   Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of Hrm .... The August 2010 13, No 93 Engine, Rumpelstilzchen   Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? Not any more. I did when I was in a LDR, but that crashed & burned in the firey flames of hell, so .... oh, and my handwriting is atrocious. Seriously, it's 100x easier if I type something up. Now, receiving handwritten letters is another story ....   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer? I Paintbox Soapworks! I actually have a bunch of their stuff in my wishlist on Amazon (sorted into the "Etsy" Wishlist), but for quick reference: Big in Japan, Gingermilk, Lady Linden, Sweet Cheeks, Nihilist, Clean Slate ... I tend to go for the soaps more then the lotions or sorbettos   Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? I wish. I miss growing things, but I'm on the third floor of a condo with no patio, and a cat who eats everything.   Do you like sample sized things? Think lipgloss, mascara, bodylotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth. I'm good with sample sizes: Scrubs, mini candles, soaps ... no lip gloss, mascara or lotions for me (mostly cus I don't wear make up and lotions are hit & miss as to whether or not my skin will react).   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? Never tried them, or heard of them, so I have no idea what they have to offer!   Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? I actually prefer solid soaps. I love Paintbox Soapworks glycerine soaps, and A Wild Soap Bar (sea scrub, pine tar neem, and black willow bark)   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? Never heard of them.   Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? I'd love to try more of their bath bombs. I was given one as a gift years ago (and I don't remember what it was), but I loved it.   Oh, anyone a fan of Shiro Cosmetics? Any particular products? Eye shadow pigments in general? I've never heard of them, but I don't wear make up.   Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott? Chick-Fil-A. There are more I'd love to avoid/boycott, but I'm far too poor :\   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? Anything? I Japan. I was very sad when my grandmother passed and didn't leave a single Kabuki doll to me (I loved those dolls when I was a kid - even if they just stayed in their glass cases).   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? I'll have to get back to you on that one.   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are. Hrm ... other than here, I don't really read blogs. I follow Neil Gaiman on Twitter & Tumblr, along with a bunch of other people it would take far too long to list   How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? I don't picnic   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? I'd be the person cowering in a corner with her hands over her ears, trying her best not to scream. Welcome to my social anxiety, folks. I don't do crowds, and I'd have a really hard time getting to know anyone.   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) One.Perfume.Addiction.At.A.Time. My checkbook can't handle more!   Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? I bake for pleasure, but I live alone and meals for 1 are a huge pain.   Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? Nothing overly simplistic, or overly complicated. I really don't know how to describe it better than that.   What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? Right now, light blue & white - but I plan on re-doing the kitchen at some point (when I can afford it), so that'll be changing. I typically don't do any entertaining, though. The condo is too small.   Are your ears pierced? Yup! Double-pierced, at that. I typically only wear earrings in the bottom holes, though.   Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? I only have a few stuffed animals. I really don't have any place to put them   If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in? I'm not entirely sure how to answer this one. I'd love to be able to just hop on a plane, wander around the globe and take pictures.   Would you be interested in someone writing out for you a favourite recipe, or finding or devising one which they think you'd like? If so, please provide your favourite ingredients, info on how you like to cook/store and use food, and any intolerances - unless all of these are in your questionnaire, or you don't like the idea. (I'm not saying I'd definitely do this, unless someone is keen, and it wouldn't be the only gift). I guess for other witches this might include something like a knitting pattern - not my thing but would you like that? Or indeed would you like a picture created for you (if so what kind) or a story written? Uhhhhhhh .....   Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!? Just me & my cat   Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? I keep changing my mind on this one! Bags are good, and Austin recently passed a plastic bag ban, so I'm often looking for good shopping bags that actually hold groceries, and aren't plastered with corporate logos (and allow me to pimp Blue Avocado, my favourite of the shopping bags)   What's your favourite comfort food(snack or candy etc) and/or drink? Good pita chips & good classic Coke   Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country. Nothing in particular, but I would love something from a foreign country!   What fandoms do you belong to? I wouldn't say I "belong" to a fandom, but I do like Game of Thrones, Sherlock, Firefly, and Doctor Who   What cheers you up? Receiving goodies in the mail   Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by?   What question do you hate to answer?   What is the best compliment you have/could receive?   Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? I love the artistry on Tarot cards. I've been wanting to pick up a set and learn how to use them. I'm not sure I have the knack for it anymore, though.   Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc) I don't know that I would be heartbroken or disappointed, but I'd love to get some BPAL in there. Honestly, just getting surprises & goodies in the mail is a blast!   Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? Magnets! Typically, one shaped like the states I've visited. That said, I'm missing a bunch for Canada   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? Oh lord yes. It all looks so good.   What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? They're on my Goodreads profile.   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling?   do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? Would you like to receive subversive crochet/cross stitch/ etc., or would this not get much love in your household? No problem with it!   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? Ooh lordy! Let's see: Decants: Hungry Ghost Moon (although I'm waffling on whether or not to get a bottle of this), Aurelia, Desmonia, and maybe a sniffie of Epibulia. Bottles: Calocyclas & Stentor. I'm not sure which ones I'll end up buying; it just depends on finances (stupid student loans). At least I look to be safer from this update than others.   Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? I table top games! I have every Dominion expansion (and the base game), 2 different versions of Fluxx (base game + Monty Python version), some of the older Cheap Ass games (and downloads of the others I need to print off)! I'm constantly looking for decent 2-player games, since it's typically my daughter & myself (and trying to get her to play *anything* is like pulling teeth).   What style is your sense of humour? I'm not sure how to classify it. I know I have a sense of humor, which can sometimes be very witty, sometimes be very dry, sometimes be very goofy. It's just very ... me. I do like Monty Python, Bill Mahr, and George Carlin ... not a huge fan of things like Road Trip, Ace Ventura (I actually prefer a lot of Jim Carey's more serious stuff to his slapstick comedy), the Hangover, etc ... I find stupid humor just that - stupid.   Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? Yes, please? I don't even know what to ask for! Tim Tams? I don't know what those are .... *shameful look*   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Gift cards are fantastic! Starbucks, iTunes, Home Depot are big on my list. Amazon & Etsy also work.   Put your mp3 player/online music/itunes/etc on random and list the next 10 songs here:   I have a feeling I will struggle with keeping my identity secret from my witchee. If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? It won't bother me too much, but there's something to be said for surprises!   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? Hrm ... t3andcrumpets? Maybe Beckie (she was my Warmer in the recent "Heart's Gift Swap"   Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? I have more tarts than I can use at the moment. Please no more!   Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? I do, but I can't even fathom it right now, living in Texas. Our winters don't get that cold, and I tend to go more for a cup of hot tea when that happens, than a cup of hot cocoa.   Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? What's a "Spoonfudge"?   What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? I'm not sure I can afford another company in there! Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you?   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf?     Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? YAY! FRAPPACCINO'S ALL THE WAY, BABY! Er ... was that too much?   Ninjas or Pirates? Ninjas!   Werewolves or Vampires? Vampires, so long as they don't sparkle!   Zombie or Cthulhu? Cthulhu   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? That's a tough choice. I love getting surprises in the mail, and random surprises as we go along are always nice, but there's also something to be said for getting one big package towards the end. Maybe digital stuff as we go, and one big box at the end? Do whatever works best for you, dear Witch     Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? Sure! Scarves are always welcome (I'm an addict, I admit). Not really sure on favourite fibres, but I don't think I have any fibre allergies. Colours would include dark blue, dark red, dark green (sensing a theme here?)   Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? The Phoenix, in it's various incarnations (my tattoo is the Egyptian Bennu, which was their take on the original phoenix). It's a good reminder that no matter how many times in my life I've burned to the ground, I always rise up stronger, better than I was before.   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? Sadly, I'm not really sure how to answer this one. Not yet, at least.   Would you like if your witch sent a regional soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? I'm a big fan of Fever Tree Ginger Beer   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? I'd have to go look. I'm not sure what my HG would be ...   If you knit/crochet, what sizes of needles do you need? WEAPONS OF DOOOOOOOOMMMMMMMM! STABBYSTABBYSTABBY. Er ... I mean ... Uh .... What styles of artwork do you like?   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? Not so much, mostly because I make my own   Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? Mexican vanilla? Sure. Silver? ALL THE SILVER ARE BELONG TO MEEEEEEEEEE!   Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like?   What is your favorite color? Dark colours -- blues, greens, reds, black   What is your favorite season? The only seasons we have in Austin are "oak, mold, ragweed, and cedar" ... none of them are favorites.   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? I'd have to visit more places before I could make that determination.   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? I have a trip coming up from 7/11 - 7/14; while that may not seem like a "long trip," it's me flying to NY to visit my mother. My 2-week roadtrip last year will seem like an overnight visit, by comparison.   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you?   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself?   Would any witchee be interested in this comic? or any of her three comics? Oooh ... those look fabulous. And I have the Comixology app on my iPad, so you could even do e-Comics.   Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? I haven't even looked, but I'm sure there's something I could use.   I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? I think I'll pass on this one.   What do you love about summer (even if it’s your least-favorite season)? Daylight   Are there any books that just came out (like within the last two months) or are about to come out during this round that you're really looking forward to? The latest Neil Gaiman book!   Do you have a quote that's not more than, say, a dozen words long that you would like in a cross-stitch? Not so much so   Dear Witchee: If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)? I do like a lot of shows (well, fewer than I used to): Castle, Game of Thrones, CSI, Criminal Minds (Shemar Moore ... mmmmm ), Doctor Who, Sherlock (I'm a fan of Cumberbatch as an individual, but I've never understood the appeal of his looks; to me, the man looks like a lizard). I adore Patrick Stewart, Kevin Spacey and Gary Oldman (3 of Hollywood's most under-rated actors). But I wouldn't fangirl over any of them (well, maybe Shemar, but even then).   So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion? Soap! No lotion   Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any? Love them, have 1, will eventually get another (but won't until I know exactly what I want to get)   TAL update on etsy. Is there anything you want/need? Possibly, but I don't know what.   I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? For nut-haters, they have nutless Roca (but not nut-free, for the allergic, sorry!) For the no-sugar folks they have sugar-free as well. No thanks.   I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there? I'm going to pass on the jerky - I've never been a fan.   How do you feel about home-canned goods? Pickles? Ketchup? Mustard? Jam? Marmalade? I'm not sure I'd go through it, to be honest. It's just me and I seldom cook at home anymore.   Do you like BPTP clothing? What size do you wear of: I do, but I don't own any! I'm not sure what my sizes would be   Baby-doll T's -- I don't buy baby-doll T's. I'm not shaped right for them. Regular T's -- XL or XXL yoga pants -- hahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!   Socks might be better. Seriously.   Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? Or other clothes from BPTP? I don't own any! I kinda dig: A Picnic in Arkham, Black Moon Rising, Molly Crabapple, & Resurrection. Other items: Any of the stockings would work.   What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have? A Scent Locket (Carnivale Diabolique, Clockwork, Phoenix), Bar Soaps   Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: DVD, Blu-Ray, or something in the cloud (like Amazon, iTunes, Flixster, etc)? Sci-Fi & Fantasy, and TV-Series. I still prefer physical media over Cloud-based items.   Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? I'd love to try some of the Game of Thrones series blends, and the TARDIS blend from Cara McGee's series (although I'd love just the tin, too! )   Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? Nope   What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? Scents from the RPG series? Anything Doctor Who or Game of Thrones related. I'm not sure I could narrow it down to 5 items!   Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ?   Do you like audiobooks? If so, do you have/would you like to try Audible? (I'm an addict, myself.) Not so much. I prefer to actually read my books.   Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves? Dark chocolate. Dark chocolate with sea salt & caramel. No Nestle or Hershey, though. Give me Dove, Ghiradelli, or better.   Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough? Yes! Glazed, Candied, nuts would need to be almonds or cashews. No overly weird flavors. I had some recently that had dark chocolate, caramel & cashews in it and it was FANTASTIC.   would you like some detangling and very shiny hair gloss made by me? This is a 'cone rich blend, not the least bit natural. I'm not a huge hair-product person. I kid you not, one bottle of the BPTP hair gloss is going to last me *forever*   I know the question about personal style was included in the questionnaire, but is there anything that could give your witch a better sense of your style/fashion or decoration preferences? Like tumblrs, pictures you like, websites, stores (or brands) you like or would like to be able to shop at and so forth? I wish I could be more helpful, but I'm ridiculously low-maintenance, and my wardrobe is pretty sparse. All appropriate Pinterest, Tumblr, etc links are on the spreadsheet (and somewhere answered in this blog), though.   I saw you have a cat - would it be okay for me to add something for them in a package? Do they like mousies, crunch/soft treats or 'nip? Aww ... she'd love it. She goes nuts for catnip toys, and the Greenies crunchy treats.   Do you like earrings? Any particular style appeal to you? (hoops, chandelier style, pretty beads etc.) Wires over posts, silver preferably (my ears eat yellow gold). I absolutely adore Wyrding Studios and have a few other shops listed in my Etsy favourites.   Do you like/wear makeup? If so what brands/colors/types? No make up for me.   Is there anything special I could get you from New York City? I've never been to NYC, so I wouldn't even know what to ask for.   Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined? I don't need any more journals - I have more than I can use right now   How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it? No glitter! No glitter! No glitter!! Sparkly things are okay, but no no no on the loose glitter!   I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound? I do occasionally try new things, but even those ... I think I'm not that brave.   If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose? Summer notes listed here and you can click through to the whole list from there. http://www.hausofglo...er-single-notes I think I'd be lousy at picking 4 notes to go together.   Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like? I do like Kickstarter, but haven't been through the recent listing to see what's up.   If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? The price is unimportant, not because I'm rich, but because I'd like some inspiration.   Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art faire. any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists Sure! Why not?   Every package has to have something blue in it. Blue can also be used to describe more risque humor...how would you rate your general sense of humor? Are you strictly PG-13, R-rated, NC-17? Any & all of that is fine NC-17 is good, I guess.   Do you like puzzles? What kind? Jigsaw, word, etc? I love jigsaw & logic puzzles. I don't really have the space for them these days, though.   Anything interesting from the new Paintbox Soapworks update for you? Oh lord. I'm not sure there's enough space for this! All soaps (no sorbetto or lotion, please): High in the 70s, Lady Linden, Candy Floss sounds interesting, Orange Crush, Sweet 100s, Moundshroud, The Olive Tree ...   What about recycled sari silk yarn, witches and witchees? I wouldn't do anything with it, sorry   Sooo, the Blooddrop update (Aviary and Summer Simplicities). Anything you'd like from there? Not at this time.   If I wanted to include something for your fluffball, what would be good, and what should I stay away from? She'd love it! I think she'd be good with anything.   Would homemade treats be something you'd like for your dog/cat? Possibly - I'm not sure what she'd munch on, though.   If you get a long weekend this weekend... what are you doing with it? Staying in? Going out? Family? Friends? If you don't get a long weekend, are you OK with that, or a little sad? (If you are Canadian, apply this to last weekend). I wish I could have had a long weekend, but it is what it is. If I didn't work in a job that required me to take vacation, I probably would never take one.
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Summertime Blues Switch Witch 2013

Hi, Witch! You haven't been assigned to me yet, but I'll put all Q&A answers from the forum here for you, so you don't have to dig. (Note: in descending order, so the new ones will be at the top.)   2013-07-01     I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound? I'd try them. (Salt & vinegar are my faves, so my tastes run that direction.)   If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose? Hmmm. Vanilla bean, coconut, vetiver & dark patchouli.   QUESTION! Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like? Yes! Here are some that look cool to me right now.   A Stray in the Woods comic Undertale Doctor Cat Books   QUESTION! If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? The price is unimportant, not because I'm rich, but because I'd like some inspiration.   https://www.etsy.com/listing/124858498/custom-10x12-mm-oval-cut-moonstone-in?ref=col_view https://www.etsy.com/listing/112920869/missing-you-crystal-buttoned-quilted?ref=col_view https://www.etsy.com/listing/125107653/bramble-and-apple-luxury-glycerin-soap?ref=col_view https://www.etsy.com/listing/105259244/bobcat-pocket-totem-figurine?ref=col_view https://www.etsy.com/listing/111487806/bast-winged-cat-aceo-watercolor-painting?ref=col_view   Festival this week -- includes an "encampment" and an art faire. any interest in trinkety things from the encampment or cards/prints from local artists I'd love it!   How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it? I don't have any particular objection.   Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined? Nah, I've got plenty.   Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelery give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies? It sounds neat, but probably wouldn't survive long.   Gourmet popcorn, yes/no? What do you like: glazed, savory, candied? Nuts or not? Any flavors you wouldn't like (like Bacon CHeeseburger, Pizza, Watermelon, Root Beer Float, Hot Chili Dark Chocolate)? Or if any of those sounded interesting, how weird is weird enough? Sure, that sounds good. I like salty/sweet combinations with popcorn (aside from your standard salt & butter, anyway). Nuts are ok.   Question: I make my own hair gloss, would you like some detangling and very shiny hair gloss made by me? This is a 'cone rich blend, not the least bit natural. No thanks. I have plenty.   2013-06-27   I live near the Brown and Haley outlet - makers of Almond Roca and Mountain Bars - would you want anything from the outlet? For nut-haters, they have nutless Roca For the no-sugar folks they have sugar-free as well. I like nuts. I've never tried a Mountain Bar. I'd try 'em.   I also have an Oberto jerky outlet local to me - any wants there? Yes! I would love that! All of the flavors on the site look yummy, especially Spicy Sweet.   How do you feel about home-canned goods? Yay!   Do you like BPTP clothing? What size do you wear of: Yes! Especially tissue tees.   Baby-doll T's L Regular T's L Yoga pants L   Also, what is your favorite lunacy (or non-lunacy) T-shirt that you don't already own? Or other clothes from BPTP? tie: Dragon Moon 2012 and Wolf Moon 2011   What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have? Candles and soap!   Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: DVD, Blu-Ray, or something in the cloud (like Amazon, iTunes, Flixster, etc)? I think my questionnaire gives my witch a pretty good idea of genre. I prefer either in the cloud or Blu-ray.   Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? Hmmm. I'll have to go update my wish list.   Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? Celebrate the solstice.   What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/f116/ (#1 by a long way /drool) http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/9223/ http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/122f/ http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/ec98/ http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/e6eb/   Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ? Not that I can think of off the top of my head.   2013-06-26   Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? Not at the moment. ETA: But I listen to books on my Audible app CONSTANTLY. I don't really need a long trip.   I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international foodgasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you? Did you say food?? YES!!!   Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself? Hmm. Can't think of anything off the top of my head.   Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? I added some stuff to my wishlist.   I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? Definitely not. Watermelon is one of those flavors (like cherry) that I don't enjoy "flavored" versions of; only the real thing.   What are the three BPALs you would most like to receive - one GC, one not-hard to find LE, and one HTF LE from your dreams? Mouse Circus, Bakeneko, Mosterbait: Underpants   If you don't consider yourself in a "fandom" (and I get that ... I don't really go overboard on my liking of any TV show/Movie/etc), are there any TV shows or Movies that you really like and/or watch regularly or any actors/actresses you wouldn't leave standing in the rain (unless you like looking at them sopping wet, in which case ... well, nevermind)? Oh, I'm in a fandom. Several.   So, dear witchee, would you like some Tw*twaffle soap or scent or lotion? Sure!   Has anyone asked about tattoos? Do you love them? Hate them? Have any? Want any? I have several.     2013-06-25   What styles of artwork do you like? My favorite current artist is Charles Vess (and I know him! he lives here). That probably gives you a reasonable idea -- I enjoy narrative styles. I also love art nouveau, and various other styles.   If you cook, would you be interested in-hand made spice mixes/rubs? Sure.   Would you like mexican vanilla or silver rings/necklaces? YES!!!   The Conjure Oils update (http://conjureoils.com/emporium.htm) looks absolutely fabulous...I didn't know she made soaps and candles and whanot. Is there anything from the Oddment Emporium you would like? Yes! Practically anything.   What is your favorite color? See questionnaire.   What is your favorite season? Fall   If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? Italy   2013-06=24   Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? Cats. I'm especially fond of the Florida panther and snow leopards.   When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? Snuggle with my furbabies, a hug from my hubby. Yesterday he made me a strawberry smoothie margarita; that helped!   Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? Sure! I love root beer.   Ninjas or Pirates? Pirates Werewolves or vampires? Werewolves Zombie or Cthulhu? Arrrrgh! I can't pick!   Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? Whatever works best for my witch.   Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? Sure! I love scarves and wrist/armwarmers. I have issues with non-natural fibers; they itch and break me out.   2013-06-23   Is there a Quote that resonates with you, or that you particularly like a lot. Would this be something you would like artwork made of for your walls or a shirt/bag/scarf? Probably my two faves:   "Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors for you where there were only walls." - Joseph Campbell   "I would like to see anyone, prophet, king or God, convince a thousand cats to do the same thing at the same time." ― Neil Gaiman   Also, STARBUCKS, Yay or Nay? Anything you particularly like? Starbucks is ok (mostly because it's currently all we have in my town; if possible, if prefer to support a local coffee shop [but only if it's good]). I like to get their various espresso drinks (hot or cold, depending on the season). I don't like to buy their bagged coffee, because I can get much better regular coffee elsewhere.   Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking? Ummm... I'm not sure.   If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you? It wouldn't.   Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? I don't know the difference between the two.   Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? I do, but I don't drink it in the summer.   Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? I haven't tried it, but I'd be open to trying it.   What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? I like Moona Lisa a lot. I used to never, ever get in on any of her sales, but I've managed to get in a couple of orders this year (thank you, Facebook page). I like her 4-in-one shower gel/shampoo product, and I also got a nice bath soak last time. I'd like to try more.   Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? (I'm asking because if they did, you might mention them elsewhere, but if not, the imagery might be helpful) I wish Hecate and Khajuraho loved me, but sadly, they do not.   2013-06-22   Put your mp3 player/online music/itunes/etc on random and list the next 10 songs here: David Bowie - Ziggy Stardust The Cure - A Reflection The Knife - The Captain Bat for Lashes - Sleep Alone Bad Religion - I Love My Computer How to Destroy Angels - Ice Age White Zombie - Real Solution #9 Siouxsie and the Banshees - Helter Skelter Your Bones - Of Monsters and Men Boysetsfire - High Wire Escape Artist   What is your favourite object, that you own, ignoring sentimental reasons for attachment? So I guess something you find beautiful, or fun, or incredibly useful. Ignoring sentiment? I have a few: My Macbook Pro - I just got a new one to replace my 2009 17-inch that had beer spilled on it. It's a gorgeous retina with a solid state drive, so fast and awesome, and allows me to work anywhere I want. I LOVE it. My iPad - I don't know how I ever lived without this. Books! Games! Movies! All the entertainments! I have a really gorgeous Bast figure that I love. It looks similar to this.   How big is too big...for something to hang on your walls? If I'm painting you a pretty picture, are there maximum dimensions that you have/prefer? Umm... 18x24 maybe?   Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? I do! Any of my faves in my questionnaire is awesome.   Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? Sure! Anything you think I would like.   Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? Nope.   What style is your sense of humour? Dry and irreverent.   Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? My hubby and I have been trying to find a copy of the original D&D guide for ages. We love Magic: the Gathering. I collect dice, like, the girliest dice you can find. Can provide photos if necessary.   What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? I popped those in my wish list.   Is there a literary character you identify with? Even if it's not spot-on, just someone you found yourself having that "I identify with this" feeling? Not that I can think of off the top of my head.   What are the three books you most want to read right now, and which you don't already have? Doctor Sleep by Stephen King Chimes at Midnight by Seanan McGuire Skin Game by Jim Butcher (I know, I know, none of these are actually out yet, so what good is that? Thematic direction?)   Would you like something from Empire Edibles? That looks tasty.   Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? Stones   Witchee, I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc I wouldn't say heartbroken, but I would love some perfume oil. Last summer, my hubby was laid off, and I had to eBay a huge portion of my collection to make ends meet, so I'm mostly down to absolute faves that I've worn a bunch. (Note: my ScentBase stash isn't entirely up to date, although I did update my wish list.)   Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? I love tarot cards, and sort of collect them. Here are the decks I currently have: The Tarot of Pagan Cats, The Cleopatra Tarot, The Vertigo Tarot, and The Revelations Tarot.   What fandoms do you belong to? I think my witch can probably glean this from my questionnaire, but: Song of Ice & Fire, Dresden Files, Doctor Who, basically the entire Whedonverse, The Dark Tower/practically any Stephen King, Star Trek:TNG. I'm probably leaving some stuff out.   What cheers you up? Snuggles from my kittehs or the pups.   Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? I would want to haunt some place with lots of people, so I wouldn't be bored.   What question do you hate to answer? I don't know.   What is the best compliment you have/could receive? I love getting compliments on my work.   Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country. Sure! Kind of the same as my answer to the Japan question. I'd love something that you feel really represents your country. Send me a little piece of your world!   Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? Purse-wise, I LOVE tokidoki bags (those are, of course, way to expensive! but that gives you an idea of my taste). I also love shopping bags/totes I can take to the farmer's market.   What's your favourite comfort food (snack or candy etc) and/or drink? Comfort food: wonton soup. Comfort drink: One of my favorite wines, El Feliño Malbec.   Would you be interested in someone writing out for you a favourite recipe, or finding or devising one which they think you'd like? If so, please provide your favourite ingredients, info on how you like to cook/store and use food, and any intolerances - unless all of these are in your questionnaire, or you don't like the idea. (I'm not saying I'd definitely do this, unless someone is keen, and it wouldn't be the only gift). I guess for other witches this might include something like a knitting pattern - not my thing but would you like that? Or indeed would you like a picture created for you (if so what kind) or a story written? (sorry if this feels a bit Spanish Inquisition!) Sure! I'd love that. All my favorites and nemeses should be in the questionnaire.   If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? Silversmithing.   Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in? Not that I can think of at the moment.   What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? Red is the color, and we don't really entertain anyone except close friends or family.   Are your ears pierced? Yes. I have two regular piercings in each ear, and gauges (00 size). I can always use new plugs and such.   Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? I do! I'd love a tokidoki plush, although what I'm really wishing for is more of the Royal Pride vinyl toys (right now I have the pink poodle) or other tokidoki vinyls (the other I have is the white cactus kitty).   Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!? Nope.   2013-06-20   Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are. I mostly read stuff related to my work, like Ars Technica.   How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? Love them! The hubby and I usually go on a couple of picnic dates every summer, with wine and yummy nibbles.   If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? Ummmm... I'm pretty unconventional in some ways. I'm very feminist, pro-LGBT, liberal, animal lover. Super geeky (and not just in the currently fashionable hipster way. I play Magic and would be thrilled to find a D&D group in my area). I'm female and not into the mommy thing (Moms are awesome! I certainly love mine! But the family/kids thing is not my thing, personally). Work-wise, I'm a unicorn -- good at design and development, and not happy just doing one or the other, and also good at interacting with clients and various other aspects of the job. Also, being put in a room with 100 random strangers is pretty much my idea of hell.   Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) Yes! I've never tried Haus of Gloi, and I've been wanting to give their stuff a shot. Scents/flavors that look intersting: Beguiled, Sol, The Brier Path, Apothecary, Depravity, Moon Dog, Strawberry Lime, Black Raspberry Cream, Vanilla Mint. Product types I'd like to try: Lip balm, pumpkin butter, whipped soap, bubbling scrub, emulsifying scrub.   Witchee, do you cook? Do you do all the cooking? Is it a chore or a pleasure? My hubby is the chef. Around the first of the year, I was trying to cook more, to teach myself to be a better cook, but then I got really busy with work, so I haven't cooked anything recently.   Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? I like both, depending. I don't like books that feel like they talk down to kids (for obvious reasons).   2013-06-19   If you could have one rare bpal which one would you choose? Monsterbait: Underpants, hands down.   (Feel free not to answer, I know it's not a standard one!) Are you kinky? I can range off the beaten path now and again...   Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? Love them! I tend to go for foodie stuff, or more incense-y scents like sandalwood or amber.   Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? I've never been, but would love to go and would be thrilled to receive something from there.   Do you like Sockdreams? If so, what styles would you prefer? (You can also link your wishlist.) I love love love LOVE Sockdreams. Here's my wishlist.   Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? I can always use something cute for my hair. Note: it's super fine, so bigger clips and such won't hold it. Cute little barettes to help hold what won't stay in a ponytail when I'm at the gym are always appreciated.   What is your favorite shade of blue? Indigo   Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? Nope. I am open to, say, a cookie mix or something like that. I have a Kitchenaid.   If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? Ummm... no idea.   What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? I like candy. Things I love: really good chocolate (like Vosges, etc.), Haribo gummies (I really want to try the sour kind, but can't get them in my area), salted caramels.   Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks? I have the Kindle app on my iPad (and the Nook app too), and would love to receive ebooks.   If your witch is an extremely crafty sort, and she were to send all kinds of homemade foody goodies and handmade crafty stuff - what are items you would NOT LOVE to receive. Please dont hedge on this one...some of us are serious crafters and will be making most of what we send! Underwear.   Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library? Yes! I am on pins & needles waiting for the PS4 to come out. Right now I'm playing Ni No Kuni and Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning on PS3. I'm really eager for Torchlight 2 to be available for Mac. I love fantasy RPG type games, and survival horror. Oh, and puzzles (for example, I really loved The Room for iPad). I play games on my Mac, PS3, and the iPad, and I have a Steam account, if that's helpful.   Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? (Examples: pen-and-paper journal keeping, tea/coffee drinking, morning yoga, nightly bedtime reading. I'm kind of thinking on things that would be dear to you and might need small supplies or could use certain extras.)   Do you wear nailpolish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands? Yes! I like bright or deep colors, stuff that really stands out, but I also like lighter colors with good depth/shimmer/etc. (For example, I LOVE Essie Demure Vix and get tons of compliments every time I wear it.) I really want to try black French tips with a sheer/nude base, but unfortunately, I'm not skilled enough to do that myself, so I'm going to have to find a good place to get my nails done. My current favorite brands are OPI, Essie and Julep, but I'm dying to try some indie brands. Some of the ladies of GUSP post gorgeous pics to Pinterest, and I want to try them all!   Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of. Brom Bones (hubby's favorite scent that's he's almost out of and my fave on him too), Monsterbait: Underpants and I can always use more L'Autunno.   Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? My handwriting is so terrible no one could decipher them. Everyone is much happier with my emails.   Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer? My current faves are Avast and The Englishman. I really want to try Bluebird in the Lilacs, Candy Floss, Bookkeeper's Butter, and Gooseberry Beach. I love Tarty's sorbetto scrubs.   Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? Herbs, hot peppers, tomatoes, flowers. I just bought a hanging strawberry plant and a couple of lavenders.   Do you like sample sized things? Think lipgloss, mascara, bodylotion, scrubs, mini candles, and so forth. Yes!   Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? No, but I'd love to try some.   Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? Yes, but I'm a little picky about them, since a lot of them dry my skin. Paintbox soaps aren't drying to me, for example, but Villainess tends to be.   Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? I've only had the chance to try Cocoa Pink once (I got a sample when I ordered some for a witchee). I'd love try more. The After Sun Glow looks interesting (although, let's face it, I don't really go out in the sun ever), as well as the body butter, anti-frizz hair serum, and scrubs.   Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? I do! I really like Ocean Salt, and I just got some of their dry shampoo, which is great. I love love love their bath bombs.   Do witches prefer the answers posted here, but a more cherry-picked number of questions answered, or a more exhaustive list posted in the blog, which means posting here much less? I don't really have a preference.   Anyone a fan of Shiro Cosmetics? Any particular products? Eye shadow pigments in general? I've never tried them. I like pigments, though.   Are there any companies, products, or items you boycott? Walmart, and of course the evil Abercrombie (not that it's probably relevant in this context).   As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? I'm not sure if they're from Japan, but there are these strawberry gummy candies I get at our local Asian market that I love. Really, I'd love to have anything that you feel sort of... represents the "real Japan" or is uniquely Japanese.   Since FB and the FB Gusp group (and the BPAL Sorority which is quiet) have become gathering places...what are some of your favorite Facebook pages you like? Aside from the pages of etailers/retailers I mentioned in my questionnaire, I like I Fucking Love Science and And My Cat.   2013-06-17   Dr Who?   How much do you like lipbalm? Flavored or unflavored? What are your favorite brands and flavors? You might say I have a lipbalm....... problem. My favorite kind is Tokyomilk Dark in the salted caramel flavor. I'm open to all sorts of brands and flavors and such.   Do you like and wear lipgloss? If yes, what colours? Yes! I'm a cool skin tone, color-wise, so something in that range.   For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out? Oh crap I need to update my list.... Yes! Nocturne Alchemy is probably my favorite. I also love Blooddrop. I haven't had the chance to try much from Violette Market, so I'd like to try more of theirs.   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. And if you had them and dislike them, can you name a few *other* tea companies you're into? I've had the Dr. Horrible tea and I loved it. Would like to try others.   What about coffee? Would you like to get coffee send to you? Whole bean or ground? What are some varieties and/or flavors you enjoy I love coffee! Whole bean. Fair trade if possible.   Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why? Daenerys Targaryen, for I think fairly obvious reasons. Also, she's basically a dragon.   If you were a Disney princess you would be? Belle. 'Cause books.   Would you like a seashell from Florida? I would love a seashell from anywhere!   What craft project do you currently have on your docket or that you want to start? And that craft goodies would be welcome? Nothing at the moment. Drowning in work.
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Caritas (charity) ~ Freebies for You

As a rule, I do not sell imps or decants I have received free from other people, or that are in less than fresh condition. But, I will give them away to swap/sale partners! I usually look at wishlists, etc. but if there is something you want on this list, feel free to request!   L = lab imp (or company sample) d = decant t = tester (just enough oil for a dab) s = sniffie   BPAL Arcana (L) 13: November 2009 (d) The Apothecary (L) The Apothecary (d) B.B3 (prototype) (s) Belle Epoque (L) Black Hellebore (L) Black Hellebore (L) Bluebeard (L) Butter Rum Cookie (d) Celeste (d) Celeste (d) Chaos Theory 3 CDXL (d) Clio (L) A Cold, Clear Winter Day (d) Crib Girls (d) Crow Moon (t) Delight and Consternation (s) Devil's Claw (L) Djinn (d) Flor De Muerto (t) (d) Hideous Heart (d) Hurricane (L) Hoggle (L) Hot Buttered Rum Isaac, the Living Skeleton (t) Jazz Funeral (d) Jolasveinar 2011 (d) Liz (s) Love lies bleeding (L) Lysander (L) Lucy Westerna (t) A Mirror of Spring Pleasures on Kites (s) Mother Ginger 2010 (d) Mother Shub's Pfancy Pfefferneusse (d) The Oblation (d) Ophelia (L) Orange Phoenix (s) Pannychis (L) Peacock Queen 2007 (d) Phantom Calliope, The (t) Pom III (t) Pulcinella & Teresina (d) Queen of Hearts (L) Rangoon Riptide (L) Rose Moon (d) Santa Muerte (L) The Temptation (L) The Temptation (L) Umbra (s) Vixen (L) Voodoo Lily (L) Whitechapel (L) Wilhemina Murray (t) Wolf Spider (d) Yule 2010 (d) The Zieba Tree (L)   I also have a few unidentifiable imps and decants, if you wanna test your luck, and your nose!! ~ Just ask!   OCYL Haus of Gloi ~ Troika (L) Haus of Gloi ~ Zazz (L) LouLou's Soaps ~ Clara (d) LouLou's Soaps ~ Sweet Winter 2012(d) VApothecary ~ Halloween 2012 (L) VApothecary ~ Day of the Dead (L) Violette Market ~ State Fair 2010 The Midway Strawberry Cotton Candy (d) Wylde Ivy ~ Fairy Wings (L) Wylde Ivy ~ White Cashmere (L) ZOMG Smells ~ Deep Fried Whatever 2011 (d) ZOMG Smells ~ Where's my Damn Flowers (d)
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Superbia (Pride) - My ENTIRE collection

Only products from that I have as they are sent from the companies are listed below (no decants).   BLACK PHOENIX TRADING POST Crypt King Crypt Queen The Ice Prince Bath Oil TKO Massage Oil Winter Maiden Massage Oil THE WARRIOR QUEENS Hua Mulan Jingu Semiramis Tomoe Gozen   LIMITED EDITION 413 U.S. 15/Miller vs. California Banned in Boston The Volstead Act April Fool Earth Rat Hexennacht 2008 Fire Pig Glitter (resurrected 2006) Lunar Eclipse Mort de Cesar The Oblation* Parentalia The Sportive Sun* Thirteen (13): March 2009 Water Snake*   b]ANNIVERSARY BLENDS[/b] Blood Phoenix, Candy Phoenix, Fire Phoenix, Green Phoenix, Iron Phoenix, Mechanical Phoenix, Metal Phoenix, Purple Phoenix, Water Phoenix, White Phoenix, Wood Phoenix   ASHTANYIKA: FACES OF THE HEROINE 2007 Abhisarika, Svadhinaopatkia   BOOM STUDIOS Bette Noir, Volt   b]CARNIVAL NOIR[/b] Geek Kunstkammer Medicine Show   b]CARNIVAL DIABOLIQUE[/b] CD: Alley of Games Carnaval Diabolique Antonio, The Carny Talker Arachnina, the Spider Girl Cytherea Dionysia Doc Constantine The Grindhouse The Illustrated Woman Kataniya, The Clockwork Woman L'heure Verte Melisande, The Puppet Mistress The Organ Grinder The Phantom Calliope Priala, The Human Phoenix Tiresias, the Androgyne Torture Queen Xanthe, The Weeping Clown Zarita, the Doll Girl   THE CELESTIALS 2007-2008 Aquarius, Aries, Cancer, Capricorn , Gemini, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Virgo   THE COURTESANS Lola, Veronica, Virgina   DARK DELICACIES Black Lace (original)   FORUM ONLY Honey Mone Enraged Bunny Musk F5 The Phoenix   u]THE GENTLEMAN'S DIRECTORY[/u] Frank Burns, Miss Addie*   THE LAST UNICORN Touched Twice b]THE LITERARY VAMPIRE[/b] Sarah   LUNACIES Beaver Moon (2007) Bitter Moon (2006) Blood Moon 2008 Blue Moon 2007 Cheshire Moon Chrysanthamum Moon 2007 Crow Moon Dyan Moon Hay Moon Hanami 2008 Hunter Moon 2007 Gibbous Moon Long Night Moon Moon of Ice Pirate Moon Singing Moon (2007) Strawberry Moon (2012) Sugar Moon Worm Moon (2008) Therianthropic Blends Aeaea Allison Gross Ivanushka Selkie Tanuki   b]LUPERCALIA 2007[/b] The Oblation Night's Pavilion   LUPERCALIA 2009: Ode to Aphrodite Dia, Epistrophia, Eustephanos, Glukupikros, Khrysee, Makhanitis, Melainis, Morpho Philommeides, Pontia, Pothon, Psithyristes, Symmakhia   THE MUSES Calliope, Clio, Erato, Euterpe, Melpomene, Polyhymnia, Terpsichore, Thaleia, Urania     GAIMAN Good Omens Agnes Nutter Stardust Fairy Market, Fairy Wine, Lady Una, Tristan A Vampire Tarot The Fool, The Magician, The Priest   Halloween Blends 2007 Death of Autumn Dia de los Muertos   The Pumpkin Patch 2007 Pumpkin 1, 2, 3 Murder of Crows   The Haunted House The Attrocious Attic , The Chilling Cellar, The Forbidding Foyer, The Ghastly Garden, The Lurid Library, The Perilous Parlor, The Twisted Oak Tree   ORDER OF THE DRAGON Brides of Dracula, Count Dracula, R.M. Renfield, Wilhemina Murray   SHOJO BEAT Vampire Tears   i]The Stations of the Sun[/i] Khephra   YULETIDE 2007 Angeronalia (picture label) Archangel Winter - (scroll label) Christmas Rose (picture label) The Fruit of Paradise (picture label) Haloa 2007 (scroll label) Jolasveinar (picture label) Krampus (picture label) La Befana (picture label) Lick It One More Time (picture label) Midwinter's Eve - (scroll label) Mistletoe (picture label) November (picture label) - tested Peacock Queen - (scroll label) Rose Red - (scroll label) The Snow Storm - (picture label) Snow White - (scroll label)   GENERAL CATALOG (bottles are in bold)   Ars Armatoria Aperotos eros, Ava Maria Gratia Plena, Bordello, Brisingmen, Carnal, Casanova, Defutata, Endymion, Jezebel, Kabuki, La Petite Mort, Les Bijoux, Libertine, Lolita, Loralei, Kabuki, Muse, Nefertiti, O, Perversion, Prurience, Psyche, Queen of Sheba, Rapture, Ravenous, Salome, Satyr, Spellbound, Sed Non Satiata, Seraglio, Siren, Succubus, The Temptation, To a Woman, Vixen, Wanda, Whoso List, to Hunt,   Arcs Draconis Dragon's Blood, Dragon's Claw, Dragon's Eye, Dragon's Heart, Dragon's Hide, Dragon's Milk, Dragon's Musk, Dragon's Reverie, Dragon's Tears   Ars Moriendi Darkness, Deep in Earth, Embalming Fluid, Eternal, Jazz Funeral, Les Fleurs de Mal, Midnight, The Reaper and The Flowers, Wings of Azrael, Zombi   Bewitching Brews Absinthe, Aeval, Arcana, Belle Epoque, Bewitched, Black Opal, Black Pearl, Bliss, Blood, Blood Kiss, Blood Opal, Blood Pearl, Bon Vivant, Calico Jack, Chimera, The Coiled Serpent, Dana O'Shee, Darkness, Dee, Ephemera, Event Horizon, Jack, Fae, Grand Guignol, The Harlot's House, The Hesperides, Highwayman, Hurricane, I Died for Beauty, Intrigue, Jack, Juke Joint, Kill Devil, La Bella Donna Della Mia Mente, Leanan Sidhe, Lightening, Mata Hari, Ode on Melancholy, Ouija, Penny Dreadful, Poisoned Apple, Rakshasa, Saint-Germain, Scarecrow, Scherezade, Seance, Shattered, Sudha Segara, Tavern of Hell, Tempest, Twenty- One, Undertow, Veil, Velvet, Wilde, Yggdrasil, Zephyr   The Conjure Bag #20 Love Oil, All Night Long, Aunt Caroline's Joy Mojo, Come to Me, Fire of Love, Follow Me Boy, Has No HannaLove Me, Queen, Water of Notre Dame,   Diabolus A Countenance Forboding Evil, Baobhan Sith, Black Annis, Black Phoenix, Bluebeard, Dracul, Horreur Sympathique, Incubus, Kali, Kumiho, Loup Garou, Maenad, Medea, Nephilim, Nocnitsa, Pain, Phantom Queen, Szepasszony, Villain   Sin & Salvation Come and See Cathedral, De Sade, Dirty, Fallen, Faustus, Great Sword of War, Hellfire, Jailbait, Laudanum, Les Infortunes de la Vertu, Magdalene, Malediction, Nero, Oblivion, The Seven Deadly Sins Gluttony, Lust, Pride, Sloth, Wrath   Mad Tea Party Alice, Bread and Butterfly, Cheshire Cat, Eat me, Frumious Bandersnatch, Mad Hatter, Mouse's Long and Sad Tale, Queen of Hearts, Rocking Horse Fly, Tweedledee, The Unicorn, White Rabbit   Illyria Antony, Caliban, Cordelia, Helena, Iago, Juliet, Lear, Lysander, Ophelia, Othello, Queen Gertrude, Queen Mab, Robin Goodfellow, Titiana, Titus Andronicus, Viola, Yorick   Wanderlust 51, Baghdad, Bayou, Bengal, Crossroads, Delphi, Florence, Gomorrah The Hamptons, Havana, Hollywood Babylon, Kathmandu, Lyonesse, Manhattan, Manila, Mag Mell, Morocco, Moscow, New Orleans, Paris, Pontarlier, Port-au-Prince, Port Royal, Santa Eularia des Riu, Santo Domingo, Silk Road, Sri Lanka, Versailles, Vinland, Whitechapel The Phantom Islands Cockaigne, Isles of Demons, Jezirat al Tennyn   Marchen Beer from the Marsh Woman's Brewery, The Grave-Pig, The Little Sparrow, The Sea Foams Milk, Serpents with Glittering Eyes and Forky Tongues, The Witch's Garden,   Rappacinni's Garden The Apple of Sodom, Baneberry, Belladonna, Black Dahlia, Black Lily, The Lotus Tree, Love in Idleness, Mandrake, Moon Rose, Opium Poppy, Poisoned Apple, Strangler Fig, Squirting Cucumber, Sundew, Voodoo Lily, The Witch's Garden, Wolfsbane, Ya-Te-Vo, Yew Trees   RPG Elf   A Picnic in Arkham Arkham, Azathoth, Brown Jenkins, Cthulu, Dunwich, Herbert West, Miskatonic University, Nyarlathotep, Shoggoth   Excolo Al-Shairan, Hades, Hecate, Iambe, Kali, Odin, Ogun, Olokun, Osun, Pannychis, Peitho, Pele, Penthus, Persephone, Queen Mab, Sacred Whore of Babylon, Santa Muerte, Skuld, Shango, Sophia, Urd, Yemaya, Zorya The Gratiae Aglea   Panacea Bitch, Detox, Grr, Oof, Lustration, Moxie, Quietude, Safari, Seduction, Succor, TKO, Ugh   Somnium Nanshe, Temple of Dreams   The Chakras Sahasrara: The Crown Ajna: The Third Eye Vishuddha: The Throat Anahata: The Heart Manipura: The Solar Plexus Swadhistana: Sacral Muladhara: The Root The Vortex   Delousing Powder   ARCANA Mutiny, Queen Crossbones, Swashbuckler, Vulgar   OPUS OILS Absintheo, Absinthia   POSSETS Black Prince   SOLSTICE SCENTS Basilica, Cherry Vanilla Ambrosia, Devil's Tongue, Foxcroft, Gehenna, Inquisitor, Linen & Ivy, Manor, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Sinopia, Spellbound Woods, Spirit Tree, Thornwood Thicket, Violet Truffle, Witch's Cottage,   WIGGLE PERFUMES Anjali
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Moi's Blog
 

From: Valentine of Rome

2008 version. This might be the scent that finally makes me learn my lesson about green notes. I amp grass and other herbal stuff like it's my job, making perfumes like Two, Five and Seven a disaster on me, but I've had good luck with some BPALs with juniper and cypress in. I love ancient Rome, I love incense and resins, so I took a gamble....   In the bottle: Something sweet but also really sharp. Licorice! Carnations? CLOVES. Flashback to artsy college friends smoking clove cigarettes which always made me cough. I do smell some beautiful dark rich incense buried under the cloves, but this is not a good opening.   Wet: CLOVES. Clovezilla stomping all over the myrrh and frankincense, probably even the myrtle, absolutely everything else. It's not a sharp headache-causing scent, but kind of sweet-yet-tangy, like fresh-picked herbs. I smell like a spice rack.   Drydown: A little bit of dark pretty incense emerges, but it's very faint and mashed into the tracks of CLOVEZILLA. The CLOVES smell finally does settle down a bit (WTF is causing this? the dragon's blood? the myrtle? some combination?) and more incense comes out, sort of, but it's so faint it's hard to tell if that's really happening or wishful thinking.   Verdict: If you've ever tasted old-time horehound drops, I now smell pretty much like that, except with more cinnamon (which I don't like as a note) and less mint. I am kinda heartbroken here. I might try this in a scent locket or as a room scent to see if the incense comes out more.   Source: Valentine of Rome
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sidhechaos' Blog
 

list part one

I suspect my eyes are missing a button or something but I can't seem to get wishlist to work,   The list below is mostly scents I've gotten to try thanks to friends and desperate scrimping (there are a few untried but desperately wanteds in there too)You will notice that many of the scents that I have tried and like are discontinued.   I've become almost afraid to order bpal because it seems as soon as I fall in love with a scent it winds up discontinued. I placed a small order just a couple weeks ago and ordered Baghdad. When I placed the order it showed as available. A couple days later I'd get an e-mail saying it is discontinued I need to order a substitute. I think I'm cursed. I don't order imps and have to rely on the free imps to try new fragrances or on imps that friends send to me. I list the discontinued fragrances in hopes that someone may have a bottle or imp or something that they would like to hand off or that the lab will resurrect the fragrance.   My next list will be of scents that I've not had the opportunity to try but would like to. Of course I would dearly love a chance at limited editions and single notes that are released for limited times but my finances are rarely such that money and a desirable scent are available at the same time.   I just don't have funds to gamble on a scent that might make me sick, so as incredible as they are and how much I want to try them, I refrain.   now if I win the lottery......   what I've tried, liked, and want more of.   Abhisarika   Against Idleness and Mischief   Antony   Athens   Ave Maria Gratia Plena   Azathoth   Aziraphale   Baghdad (disc)   Bayou   Belle Epoque   Bilquis   Black Cat   Black Dahlia (disc)   Bliss   Blood Countess (disc)   Bordello   Brides of Dracula   Brisingamen   Cairo   Centzon Totochtin   Chimera   Copper Phoenix   Cordelia   Coyote:heart:   Crowley   Defututa   Dirty   Dorian   Dragon's Bone   Dragon's Claw   Dragon's Eye   Dragon's Tears   Dyan Moon   Embalming Fluid   Eros Fairy Market (disc)   Fallen   Follow Me Boy   Gold Phoenix   Haunted   Harlot   Hecate   Hetairae   horreur sympathetique   Hunger Hymn   imperious tiger lily   Intrigue   Jack   Jezebel   Juliet   Kaiden Kali   Katharina   Kitsune-Tsuki   Kubla Khan   Kytherian   La Petite Mort   Langour:heart:   Leanan Sidhe   Les Bijoux   Lune Noir:heart:(smells so much like shadow witch orchid!)   Mag Mell   Mantis   Marquise de Merteuil   Mara Hari   mead moon   Morgause   Moscow Mouse's Long and Sad Tale v5   Namaste   Night's Pavilion Nuit (disc)   O   Oberon   Ode on Melancholy   Oleander Honey   Ophelia (disc)   Ouija   Ozymandias   Pannychis (disc)   Peitho   Peony Moon   Phantom Queen (disc)   Philommeides   phoenix at dawn   Prague   Prospero (disc)   Queen Gertrude   Queen Mab (disc)   Rapture   Regan (disc)   Sea of Glass   Seraglio   Shadow Witch Orchid (disc)   Shadwell   Shoggoth   Silenti   Sin   Siren   Sleepy Moon   Snake Oil   Spectre (disc)   Stimulating Sassafras Strengthener   Succubus (disc)   Sudha Segara   Tamora   Terpsichore (disc)   The Apothecary   The Caterpillar   The Ghost   The Lady of Shalott   The :Lion The Night-Raven   The Raven   The Unicorn (disc)   The Witch Queen   The Vine   Tanuki Tisiphone (disc)   Titania   Titus Andronicus   Tristran   Urania (disc)   Utrennyaya (disc)   Vampire Tears   Velvet   Versailles   Victoria   Viola   Voodoo   Yuki-Onna (disc)
Sidhechaos

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Ranna's Reviews
 

My Happy Day

In the bottle: Sweet and fizzy, if that makes sense. I'm not familiar with elemi, but I'm not picking up any of the other notes listed except for some jasmine. Right now, I'm a bit worried this will be stronger than what I'd usually wear.   On wet: "Effervescent" is definitely a key word. It's got that same sort of fizziness I got from Fizzy Jack O' Lantern, though I wouldn't say it smells like it. It's sweeter on skin than it was in the bottle, and I can smell the jasmine better now as well as some fruitiness. It reminds me of some sparkly alcoholic drink.   Dry: Still fizzy, still sweet. It's gotten softer. The vaguely boozy fizz prevents it from being a truly light scent, but this is actually very pretty. I would say jasmine as the most evident, followed by either the blackcurrant or plum...my nose is not yet refined enough to really pick out notes, I'm afraid. If I sniff long enough I'm pretty sure I can pick out the carnation.   Not something I might have taken home if I'd just tried it in passing, but I'm planning on hanging on to my bottle so far.
Ranna

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Bookgroper's Blog
 

Unveiled

I sort of impulse-bought a bottle of Unveiled on the forum just based on the notes listed... NO REGRETS. NONE. I tried it yesterday and was in instant love, had to wear it today even though I have reams of things yet to try. It's a little fruity and fairly floral and a bit dark (maybe the myrrh? it's almost incense-y) and overall perfumey in the BEST way.
Bookgroper

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Bookgroper's Blog
 

Book smell deathmatch (heh)

I've worn both Lurid Library and Philologus before, but not tested them against each other -- so tonight, I have Philologus on my left wrist and the Library on my right.   Library is coming out sweeter and more incense-y, but Philologus smells much more like old books to me.   Both are extremely agreeable in their own way and this is still not helping me decide which should have a place in the gridded part of my BPAL box that only holds 9 bottles.
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Bookgroper

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Circular Swap help!
 

The Heart's Gift

Would you rather have the generalized feeling that someone is thinking of you (sooooomewheeere oooout theeere...) or would you like to know, off the bat, who your swapper is? I'm not going to be too demanding on my heartwarmer. Whatever she (or he? did we get any dudes this round?) feels comfortable with is totally fine.   Also, you ladies and gents are speaking of rare things, if you could have one rare scent, what would it be? Antique Lace, probably. I was given a tester of it in a swap with a lovely, wonderful forumite, and fell deeply in love. I'm also incredibly curious about Skadi, but I've never tested or sniffed it. Also, Ozymandias! Come back soon, please …   Do you like graphic novels, and if so, what kinds? Comics and I have a complicated history. There was a period of about ten years where I really thought I wanted to write and draw comics. I still do, but I honestly don't think I have the work ethic to be a webcomic creator, and I also wouldn't want to give up creative control enough to go work for one of this big houses. I read a lot of manga as a teenager, but I've only kept hold of a couple of series: Clover, by CLAMP, Paradise Kiss by Ai Yazawa, and Sailor Moon (plus Supers, Stars, etc). I'm given to understand there's a new translation of Sailor Moon being published now that's more accurate, but I haven't looked at it much. As for western comics I scarcely know where to start. I've read some of the seminal storytelling works (Watchmen, The Sandman) but I haven't read a lot of superhero comics. I am always willing to read anything Neil Gaiman's had a hand in, and I really enjoyed Red Son even though I'm not a Supes fan. Batman was my favorite superhero as a kid, but these days it's Captain America on the strength of Jim Steranko's work on a few issues, plus the Marvel Cinematic Universe flick a couple years ago about Cap. It was so earnest and optimistic. I kind of love it.   Is there anything in the new Coraline update that you are wanting to try? Or even the past Lupers? I joined a decant circle and got the stuff I'm most curious about (The Cat), but I'm also interested in Coraline Jones and Miss Forcible after some speculation on the latter, and me kicking myself for not realizing "dried grass" might be "hay" in the former. D'oh! I also got a half-bottle of Ambergris but suspect this may not be enough. Peony Moon doesn't tickle me but I keep waffling about a shirt to go with the OLOP tee I plan on getting … but Puddin' said he was going to be putting more tees on Etsy soon so I may wait for that.   What fandoms, if any, do you have? TV shows, comics/books, movies, specific characters, that kind of thing? I mentioned in my questionnaire that I'm a My Little Pony fan, but I don't really consider myself a "brony" … mostly because I have certain issues with parts of the fandom. I suspect I'm being a little disingenuous, since I've written short essays about themes portrayed by one of the show's writer's across episodes, and I've designed no fewer than ten pony OCs for myself and various friends, but, y'know, there it is. Also, I have a favorite pony, which is Luna, so there's that.   I'm much more likely, however, to admit that I'm a Warhammer 40K fan. My boyfriend got me into the lore when we started dating a few years ago, and these days I know more about the state of the game and upcoming book releases than he does. My favorite writer for a long time was Dan Abnett — though I've never read any of his Gaunt's Ghosts series; seventeen books and climbing is pretty daunting — but he's been edged out as of this winter by the new hotness, John French. This is mostly on the strength of French's novel debut, Ahriman: Exile, which even mentioning makes me want to go and reread. I've read a few of French's short pieces scattered in the Horus Heresy collections, but he has a novella in Fateweaver I have not clapped eyes on. I do have a favorite primarch, and that's Rogal Dorn; the Imperial Fists are also my favorite loyal chapter. My favorite traitor legion is the Thousand Sons. I don't go in much for the xenos … the Eldar especially bore me to tears.   Oh, I also play World of Warcraft on an RP server and spend an inordinate chunk of brainpower thinking about my characters, so that's a thing, too. Then again, that's selfish fandom: I feel like the writing in WOW was never incredibly strong, but has gotten noticeably weaker over time. My boyfriend recently quit the game due to a lot of frustration about how they were handling certain events in lore, along with the heavy luck basis for advancement in a few key areas this last patch — he plays, or played, a warlock, and he wanted to do the special warlock-only quest for spell customization, but could never get the item that started the chain to drop. He also wasn't getting any tailoring patterns to make gear that was useful to him, so his progress felt a little throttled. All of which is a sidebar to kind of say the last time he and I got in a shouting match, someone eventually walked in and asked why we were yelling, and the answer was "Because we both agree that Blizzard can't write, but can't agree on how!" And then we all laughed and the situation — not that serious to begin with — was defused. =P I still really enjoy WOW from a gameplay aspect and from an RP one because even though the large-scale story is dumb, the smaller ones we eke out are still compelling.   I have a new question! What of the new pickman gallery scents are you interested in? Pickmans, Pickmans … I really sort of want to try My Mom With the Sun in Her Hands, Rapunzel in Ballpoint, Self Portrait with Puffy Stickers, Summoning Stone Play Structure, and [Redacted] Dragon. Decants will probably be fine, since I'm not sure how any of them will behave! The Dragon seems like he's destined for a scent locket with all that spice.   What's your favorite kind of cookie? As a lot of food/beer critics are fond of saying, "the one in front of me." I've never met a chocolate chip cookie I disliked, but I'm also fond of oatmeal raisin. This last Christmas I made cookies for a friend that may have been the most over-the-top thing I've ever baked: a cardamom/chai infused snickerdoodle with coconut white chocolate chunks and macadamia. How's that for gilding the lily! He loved them, though.   Do you like nail polish? If so what colors? I don't really do nail polish, though I kind of want to. For some reason I really want a metallic bronze, even though I just know it's all wrong for the season. Ditto gunmetal. ;D   What about bath products? I shower a lot more than I bathe, but I will use bath oils as moisturizer or for their intended purpose now and then. I actually haven't tried some of the big names around here (Villainess, Lush, etc) and would be amenable to some new soaps …   Let's talk about handmade things: knits, books, jewelry, food, art, tchochkes.. what sort of 'just for You' items are you interested in receiving? Or, are you not really a handmade kind of person? If you want to make me something, I'll love it! I have a pair of fingerless gloves from a circular swap I love, along with a scarf my witch made me one year that I definitely cherish, but it's getting on to summer in the Northern hemisphere, so I'm not sure what call i'll have to wear knits from now on. Jewelry, food, books, etc I will eat up, whether metaphorically or literally.   What are you yearning for from the C2E2 and/or Bats Day pre-date? Bat's day, bat's day … Greater Horseshoe Bat sounds so very me.   As for C2E2, Little Egypt also sounds about my speed.   What kind of music do you like to listen to? Would you want your heartwarmer to make you a mix CD? For any specific purpose? My tastes are somewhat varied, from David Bowie and Nine Inch Nails to King Crimson to Johnny Cash to Godspeed You! Black Emperor to The Aquabats. Lady Gaga is my guilty pleasure. I love getting mix CDs (or grooveshark playlists, etc) because I find some cool bands that way. I also would like some darkly atmospheric music with no English-language vocals (French/Italian/Latin would be ideal if any) that I can use as "mood music" for my Dark Heresy game. Large swaths of the playlist for that right now are NIN instrumentals and Eric Brosius compositions for System Shock, with special guest appearance by the Shepard–Risset glissando from Godspeed You! Black Emperor's "The Dead Flag Blues" and excerpts from Claude Vivier's "Orion." Also, Holst's Planets are actually plot-important in a way, so if you have particularly interesting recordings of those, I'm all about it.
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Ranna's Reviews
 

Mme. Moriarty, Misfortune Teller

In the imp: I don't wear many dark oils, so I'm surprised at what a deep red color this is. It smells like a darker, heavier Snake Oil. I'm a big fan of Snake Oil, so I like this, but I hope there's something to set them apart on the skin.   On wet: There's definitely something sharper that sets this apart from S.O. I'm wondering if it's the patchouli leaf? I like this a lot, and I'll be disappointed if it changes much once it dries down. It starts turning sweet pretty quickly.   Dry: This still smells a lot like S.O., but it's smokier and I think I can pick up the sweetness from the plum, or maybe the pomegranate. It's definitely a fruity sweet. A few hours later it almost seems a little powdery on occasion, and the vanilla has gotten more prominent, but I'm still enjoying it. It's also earned me my second BPAL compliment ever from a coworker, who called it "soft and sweet." The imp is definitely a keeper, and I will certainly be picking up a bottle (or two) when the Carnaval comes back to town! I can't think of a better scent to associate with Beth.
Ranna

Ranna

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YARB
 

Books, Books and more Books!

I've signed up for a book swap, and figured I'd put a bunch answers here for whomever ends up as my swappee I'll also try to update this post as new questions get asked.   Questions from the questionnaire: Allergies: None   Favorite Authors: Neil Gaiman, Sara Douglass, Jacqueline Carey, Melanie Rawn, Kate Mosse, George RR Martin, Stephen King, Kat Richardson   Least Favorite Authors: Charlaine Harris, Laruel K Hamilton   Favorite Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Historical Fantasy   Least Favorite Genres: Romance, overly-religious   Favorite Snackies: popcorn, chocolate, pretzel chips, milk duds (or any chocolate & caramel combo), red vines   Least Favorite Snackies: black licorice, twizzlers, nuts   Is There Anything Else Your Partner Should Know? I'm far too picky with my non-fiction to try & tell you what I like & don't like. I'd be willing to do either ebooks (I read via the kindle app on my iphone) or physical books. There are a few books I have physical copies of that I wouldn't mind having in ebook format. Also, I'm good with gently-used books (or even older used books that may be out-of-print). I'm fairly well-read, and tend to not shy away from things; I've read (and own) some Anais Nin, Henry Miller, etc.   Links: Amazon Wishlist -- I do use this as a "I need to buy this later" kind of list, so you'll find more than books on it   GoodReads   Preferences:   There are some books I own physical copies of I wouldn't mind having in e-book format, for ease of transportation, otherwise I really don't have a preference between e-book or physical copy. I do prefer Kindle over iBooks, but other than that ....   Books I own to ebook: * Books 1-4 of the Song of Ice & Fire series (I own 'A Dance with Dragons' in ebooks) * Jacqueline Carey's Kushiel books (all 9 of them) * Melanie Rawn's Sunrunner series (all 6 books)
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