When I completed my Switch Witch Questionnaire, it was like I had a brain freeze. (Or a brian fart!) After it was done I started thinking about things that I really do like, and then I found the Extra Questions, so I'm going to put them here, and link them in my sig. So dear Witch, this might make things easier all around.
(I also plan on posting my entire Questionnaire here, but I'm at work, and it's at home, so.... )
THE EXTRA QUESTIONS, now thru 12/25:
On the Keychain Issue: I already have a KeyRing Of Awesome Jingle.
Languages: I have never truly tried to learn a second one, so no, just English. *sighs* Shame on me, I know.
12/18
Question to all the knitters out there, what size knitting needles do you use the most? I... don't know yet! But I'll certainly need some!
12/17
Do you have a personal 'Good Luck' charm? Maybe you have a goddess figure to remind you of your Inner Goddess, or maybe you have a beautiful Cross to represent your faith...Or maybe you wear a Hand of Fatimah for protection....That kind of thing. I actually don't have one, but I would like to. I used to have this really amazing natural amethyst crystal that had been pierced on the end for a chain. I kept it in my car, but it's been gone for ages. So yeah, it would be nice.
If you were to attend Hogwarts, into which House would you be sorted? Odd as it might sound, I would WANT to be in Slythern. Unfortunately, I don't think I'm devious enough. And I'm certainly not gung-ho enough for Gryff. *lol* Therefore, probably Ravenclaw. I always did have a pretty high GPA.
Would you be interested in some knitted wire jewelry, like this? Oh hella yes! My wire skils absoluely suck for anything more than simple connector loops.
This is kind of a getting-to-know-you-type-thingie, but I always find it illuminating--what's on your computer desktop? Images? Color scheme? Well, I change it about every other day. Just checked and, and here at work I have 131 wallpapers that I did myself. *grins* The one presently is something I saw on Icanhazcheezburger.com and modified with my own typeface and colors. It's a black bg, with a huge, gorgeous leopard. He has snow on his face and a very serious gaze straight into the camera. The caption is: Snowball Fight Rule #1: Never hit anything that can run faster than you!"
12/15
What do you collect...besides BPAL? Um, unfinished boxes to decorate, specialty papers, especially Japanese ones, and handmade with bits 'o' stuff in them, and I have more beads than I can possibly ever use in one lifetime. Aaaaand, I think that's about it.
Do you want to try the Will Call only Champagne scents? Champagne and Roses, maybe. If they'd had a Champagine base and an offer to pick your own flavoring, Champagine and Apple, Pears or Peaches, ofr the win. *dies* Ayway, Rose Absolute goes totally insane on me, but I love florals. Not sure about the others, though maybe Champagne and Chocolate...
Do you play on-line games? I play time-waster online games at yahoo.com (Like Bejeweled. Silly) when I'm stuck on hold on the phone. (Which seems to be half my day.) But it's the no-download, easy to play, easy to hide, sinmle kind. I kinda suck at games.
Do you have traditional holiday movies you like to watch? I love ever single classic except "It's a Wonderful LIfe." and most of the new ones. Tim Allen is a hoot.
What are your "guilty pleasures" type movies? That you really secretly like but don't like to admit to it? OMG, dare I admit this? I"ll lose any hint of credibility I might ever have obtained here. I love cheesy sci-fi, whic isn't really the secret. The truth is that I will watch any movie with Vin Diesel in it, no matter how bad the writing, the acting, the direction, the whoe story line with plot holes you could drive a mack truck through..... you get the ida. In fact, I want Riccick/Jack Harkness fanfic. Yeah baby. *Lol* Who got carried awy? Not me!
12/14
Anyone a fan of Goddess art? I do like it, but I really don't think I'll be decorating with it. I absolutely want a white stone or plaster Buddah head though, for a tablescape I want to copy. I'll post a picutre of it somewhere... eventually.
Anyone else a Luis Royo fan? Yes, for years and years. But again, not in the home I'm trying to create now.
What are your favorite websites (i.e., the ones you visit every day, or almost every day)? I'm a little website dry these days. I come here, to the forum, check my LJ, order beads if I need to and then get back to work. My computer at home kinda sucks, and my log-on time at work is limited.
How do you feel about Lush? Anything you want to try? I was completely underwhelmed by Lush. In fact, Lush is the reason it took me nearly two years of hearing about how wonderful BPAL was from an LJ friend before I finally gave in and tried it. Should have tried BPAL first.
How do you feel about home made lip balm, salt or sugar scrubs, soap, bath salts, etc? That would actually ROCK. I so want to try salt or sugar scrubs, because I haven't used them. Anything for the shower would be good.
if you were to receive a hand-knitted item, what color(s) would you prefer AND are there any types of yarn that you just cannot handle (e.g. wool, llama, etc.) I'm good on pretty much all yarns, unless it's really OBVIOUSLY scratchy. Even then, if it's a hat, that's cool. I have some homespun yarn favorite colors on my Etsy favorites. To wear I usually like cool colors, blues, greens, purples, etc.
What is one REALLY expensive, completely outrageous thing you would LOVE to get but totally don't expect to ever get from anyone? I still haven't replaced my lost earrings, and need a new pair of diamond studs. I think I've picked out some on Overstock for about $275, but haven't bought them yet. They're just 1/2 kt total weight, which is all I need. The old ones were 1/4 kt tw, (tiny) and if I have to, I think I saw one of the big box retailers advertising that size really cheap. Like, under $100. I wanted to stop up, but we'll see.
Do you like coffee mugs? Travel or stay at home? How big? Do you like ones from Starbucks? I like mugs but I eat ice cream and soup out of them. So yeah, big enough for eating. I love those big fat mugs for soup and the tall ones they use for iced coffee for ice cream. Yum. Hungry now.
If you drink coffee, do you like whole bean coffee or prefer ground? What grind? What roast (mild, medium, bold, extra bold)? Do you like flavored coffee? No coffee for me. The closest thing I get to coffee is Baskin Robbins Jamoca Almond Fudge. (Yet another reason my mother wondered if I was adopted, even though she pushed me out. )
Do you like tea? What kinds of tea (green, red, white, black, decaf, herbal infusions)? Feel free to get specific on brands and tea types. Loose or bagged? Do you need any kind of tea accessories? Pots/cozys/presses/strainers? Honey, I'm from the south. I drink my tea on ice, with a ton of sugar and lemon. In fact, I like a little tea with my lemonade.
What is your favorite hot chocolate or drinking chocolate? Do you need Vegan or no? *gasp* Blasphemy! Choclate is for chewing, not for drinking!
Do you need any decanting supplies? Pipettes? Vials? How about any wand caps? Roller bottles? Some spray bottles (for oils mixed with alcohol?) No, I don't decant. Although I'm considering asking the mods if I can do bath oils since I ordered a couple. But I have access to stuff from our compounding pharmacy. I wonder what size I'd need, and if it should be pour or squeeze?
I wanted to ask a question: are there any rare (or even uber-rare) scents that you'd really like to try? You know, I've been so into checking out the BPALthat's available, I've not even had time to look at what's not. I can tell you that I love apples and pears, soft florals, golden musk and amber. If I've missed something with some of those notes, I'd love to give it a shot. I'd also kinda like to have some Sagittarius, since I am one. Also, since I got swap-lifted for my Willows, I really want "Nowhere in Particular, All That They Had Seem and All That They Had Lost, The Goaler's Daughter and Mole. I want bottles, but want to smell before the deadline. *sighs*
Does your forum name have a special significance? Refer to something or someone you admire? Reflect your interests? Come on, spill! Well.. it's a combo of things, really. There's a character in Stephen R. Donaldson's "Thomas Covenant" series called Cable Seadreamer, and I originally chose it as an online name because one of my best friends was another character from the same series, Pitchwife. But it's come to mean more of what it says, because I do absolutely adore the sea and everything about it. My dream life would be in a very simple sea-side cabana. I also named by jewelry biz that, and hope to eventually register the name Seadreamer Galleries. We'll see.
What's your favorite texture? That's actually really hard. But I have an answer! *lol* Heavy sueaded silk. YUM. I love to just run it thorugh my hands.
What's one luxury item you want to pamper yourself with but haven't yet? I want to go and have a facial, but I've never done it. I just need to pick a spa in the area and get it over with. Oh, and those damned earrings I keep yapping about.
Do you prefer arm warmers to the wrist, to the base of the fingers, or half fingered? If it's freezing you'll still find me with my sleeves pushed halfway up my forearms. *lol* None for me, thanks.
Any favorite cartoon characters? Disney, Sanrio, etc? Um, you know, not really. Not anymore.
Have you (or maybe the younguns in your family) been exposed to the Webkinz craze? No, thank God.
Anyone into physical activities? Good lord, no. I'm already supporting my Orthopedist, Rheumatologist, Neurologist and Pain Medicine doctors just fine, thanks.
Are there any witchy type supplies you're in need of, or would like to try etc.? Herbs, smudge sticks, resins, tarot/oracle cards, incense burners, pretty tools, stuff like that? I'm not actually Pagan, but I actually love natural crystals, especially big chunks of crystaline structure in any natural stone.
On nut intolerance - does it include things like almond/coconut oil bases and essential oils in perfume oils, skincare products, scented candles and the like? Nuts iz my friendz.
If you are a fan, who were your favorite Buffy and Angel characters? Bad Spike, baby. Un-chipped, kick-ass, seriously snarky Spike.
Do you like Shakespeare? Which plays? I do, actually. Much Ado About Nothing, The Tempest, and Taming of the Shrew are my three most favorite.
Question for the Class: Favorite Musical? None for me, thanks. Unless John Barrowman singing "Springtime for Hitler" in The Producers counts. And that's only because I love the man silly.
How do you like your chocolate? White, milk, bittersweet, as dark as possible? Milk and dark are good. Covering nuts is even better. (OMG that sounds dirty! Go me!)
Plain, with flavoring, with chunks of stuff in? Fairly traditional, or weird and experimental? I’m open to at least trying anything but fruit in the middle. I’m a fruit purist. Do more than rinse and sometimes peel it, and it’s ruined for me.
Favorite animals? Least favorite? Um… my dog? *lol* I love cats too, and big cats, wolves and wild things from a distance. Anything with more than 4 legs or that squirms kinda freaks me out.
How do you feel about Heifer International? Or do you have other favorite charities not mentioned in your application? *whips out the Google-fu* Oh. That sounds awesome! I think I listed my others in my ap.
So for all witches of the shimmying types- would you like tassel belts/jingle belts/ ect and if so, how big are your hips? You have no idea how hard this made me laugh, when applied to myself.
What are 3 places that you'd like to visit, or re-visit? Only 3? Hmmm… river crusies then. The Ganges, The Yangtze and… *wafflewafflewaffle* The Danube.
Literary erotica. Who doesn't love it? I have no idea who doesn’t love it. I’m not on the list of not loving it. But it’s got to be good. Bad porn, er, erotica is reeeeeeally bad. (Though sometimes unintentionally, gloriously hilarious.)
Are you planning on buying anything off your BPAL wishlist during the round? Ah. Well. Yes, a small order soon, probably. Not as large as I would have wanted, due to car repair issues, but a small order, none the less. I'll get things on my Wishlists, and probablly Willows before they're gone.
Do you read graphic novels/comics? Which ones? I don’t actually. Which surprises even me. I think I got turned off with trying to read manga and doujinshi without having any Japanese skills.
Which witches would want Bpal boxes? Or imp cases? I make my own boxes, but travel imp cases would rock. I’ve been trying to come up with a creative idea for that with no success.
How about a short - or longer - piece of fanfic? Good lord, you mind reader. I have plot bunnies out the yaya, but I quite writing fanfic (mostly) years ago. Maybe I’ll do an open LJ post with the bunnies. If I do, I’ll link it.
What is the weirdest and/or most practical thing you are not buying for yourself right now? The thing that you probably should be buying, but have been putting off in lieu of something else? Oh lord, a laptop. Seriously. A Mac, I think. The most practical? *lol* Tessa ate my TV remote control, so I need a new one, a universal. I just refuse to go to Walmart before about, oh, February. I guess I could order online, but I just haven't.
Would you like handmade piece of calligraphy as a gift? A piece of calligraphy that I could use as a logo for my jewelry biz would SERIOUSLY kick butt. What I’m using now is iffy, because the background design really isn’t mine. It’s just a random internet find.
Boxes, baskets, etc.? Boxes with lids are the best invention EVER.
Chia Pet, do you need one? Hmmmm… I guess not. I always wanted one of those "grow under the light" gardens, whose name I can't remember right now. They have herbs, tomatoes, strawberries... I wanted the berry one, but they're ridiculously expensive.
Houseplants and/or things to put them in: thoughts? I don’t have the greenest thumb, though I try. I do love them, poor condemned things.
Do you like baskets, jars and other interesting containers? Filled or Empty? Yes, yes and yes!! *lol*
Who are your forum friends, person or people your witch can contact for ideas? I’m really too new here for friends. I’ve spoken most the schackjj, but mostly about forum stuff. Sorry!! I'm more shy than I used to be online, after getting burned a few times.
What cartoons did you grow up watching? Any animated shows you still watch? I was a huge anime fan for a long time. Last thing I watched was Full Metal Alchemist. Favorite anime of all time was the Tokyo Babylon / X1999 combo. But I've kinda gotten away from it these days.
Do you like honey? Will you like to try creamy honey with black sesame or with cinnamon powder? I’m not really a honey person.
What is the biggest problem or sad thing in your life? Of course, I mean the saddest or worst thing you can confess here. That I SERIOUSLY need to move, and should be saving every penny for it, but since rent has gotten SO incredibly ridiculous here I can’t afford it. I’m therefore blowing what money I do have on things like BPAL. Crap. That’s depressing.
What fashion item or style do you like, but never wear? I… can’t think of anything really. I mean, I wear what my body will take. It needs to be covered up unless I'm in the privacy of home. *nods firmly*
Do you like to cook? if so, what? Would you like things like spices, cookbooks, recipes, tips? I don’t really cook now, because my kitchen sucks, and kind of works, sometimes. (Told you I need to move) When I have a great kitchen, I love to cook. I just don’t know when that will be again.
Do any of you like puzzle books? I like COLORING books!!! And crayons!
I love Christmas music even though I'm pagany -- how about you? I like it the first 10 times I hear each song, then I get sick of it. Guess what? Oh yeah. Sick of it already.
Anyone else have a sudden and unexpected favorite BPAL lately? Yes, actually. La Bella Donna Della Mia Mente and OMG, The Mouse's Long and Sad Tale.
It's cold outside - what are your favorite drinks to keep yourself warm and cozy? My mother always said her children were crazy. None of the 4 of us drink ANYTHING hot.
Would my potential Witchee be up for some music stuff they'd never heard before if they couldn't understand the words? I quite like J-rock, like Gackt. Also Onitsuka Chihiro really rocks. And L’Arc n Ceil.. . so sure. Why not? You know what I really love? Acoustic guitar. No word issues there.
What kind of candy/sweet treat would you like to receive? I love cookies and chocolate covered nuts. Oh, and pralines. Yum.
Would you personally rather get handmade jewelry or the beads to make something yourself? You know, I’m just so damned picky when it comes to beads. But I do have a few glass artists on my Etsy lists that really rock.
Speaking of which, how many Browncoat witches do we have?? YAY, Serenity!!
And if you are, would you be interested in getting a Kaylee parasol? Ah, not for me, thanks.
If not, would you be interested in getting a paper parasol hand painted with your favorite colors? Now that would be AWESOME. Ocean colors FTW, Babeee!
Is there any time during the holidays (or the rest of the round) when you'll be away from home for a significant period and it'd be best not to send anything by mail? Nope. All home, all the time.
To make up for the fact that I probably won't be able to send my witchee homebaked goodies, will Tim Tams in any number of varieties be an acceptable replacement? After Googling and Wikipedia, Tim Tams would rock!
Hand beaded jewellery, yay or nay? Well, I make it so I have a bunch…
Which witches would like hair accessories: clips, scrunchies, hairsticks, headscarves, etc? I don’t have enough hair for that yet… *sighs* OK, strke that! I managed a pony tail today!! WHOOT! I'm up for hair goodies now. They just have to be able to grip really fine-textured hair. Like... baby-fine.
On a similar note, who likes yarn? *Lusts for yarn*
What kinds/colors/weights/fibers? All of the above!!
Handspun? YESYESYESYES!!!!!!
Glitter? Well… except glitter. Maybe.
Funky art yarn made from shredded jeans, fake flowers, lace, sequins, and the tattered souls of your enemies? Sounds like an adventure!
Other craft supplies you desperately want more of and can't live without? Not at the moment
Anyone else a total nerd like me and would like DnD/Roleplay stuff (Dice, minis, books, corny tees, etc.)? Nah… not my thing.
How do people feel about unusual ornaments? As in, for holidays other than Christmas? Again, not my particular thing - although.... I really, really want to do a collage of pieces of stained glass leaned on tiny rails against a white wall. Yeah. Um, that's not an ornament. Never mind. *lol*
Question: who would like a pair of handknit socks? Size? Color preference? Cabled, ribbed (for your pleasure), stranded colorwork, etc.? Oooooooh!! Handknit socks FTW!! I wear a size 8 Reebok and love socks of every possible description. Or if not handmade, then Tabi socks really rock. Like HERE.
How does everyone feel about steampunk? Steampumk is tres cool! I’d love to have a Steampunk imp case. *yearns*
Since we're talking about warm winter wearables, who likes hats? Mittens? Arm warmers? Hats and mittens yay! (In fact, hats and/or mittens, PLEASE!) Not so much arm warmers.
If your witch were to send you cookies, what kind of cookies would you like? I do not discriminate against cookies of any gender, denomination or creed. Cookies iz cookies, dood! Just... cookies iz cookies and fruit iz fruit, and the two do not go into my mouth together.
Who likes tshirts? What about homemade tshirts? Like with transfers I made myself.... I like tshirts, but I wear big ole tshirts. *sighs* Trust me, nobody wants to buy me Tshirts. I wear a Just My Size 30/32.
Would you like to receive ATCs (artist trading cards) or would you prefer something more usable, like bookmarks or something? Bookmarks sound great. I like to actually use things that are pretty.
What witch would like a cloak? Which witch? This witch? Nah, none for me, thanks.
And then a Few Of My Favorite Things...
Silk Road Trading Company:
Soaps or Scrubs: Odalisque, Seres, Turfan, Kashmira, Monsoon, Ravana. From the Valentine specials: (Still on the website as of 12/4/08) Flower and Willow & Picture of Spring
Villainess Soaps:
Soaps: Blush, Byzantium, Canaan, Crushed, Datura, Decadence, Embargo, Pearl Diver, Silk & Cyanide
Smooch: Crushed, Embargo, Pyromania
Burt’s Bees - Lip Shimmers in Champagne, Guava, Watermelon, Rhubarb and Merlot. (You can sometimes get these in little gift packs)
Circle E Candles
(You can usually get the 4oz – 35hr votives from Circle E for $4.25) Pear Essence, Fresh Apple, Lemon Kumqwate, English Ivy, Butterfly Kisses, Magnolia Blossom, Lavender Fields, Caribbean Breeze, Pineapple Sage, Tropical Rain
ETSY Favorites List
And a few sellers that ROCK:
IndyJules – beautiful tiny lampwork vessels
danceswithfire – also beautiful tiny lampwork vessels
meganmccann – gorgeous handspun yarns
Lovehandspun – more beautiful handspun yarns
bluheeler – amazing handmade glass beads for jewelry making
bedickens – some of the most creative and cool soaps I’ve ever seen
lilypang – Giclee prints under $20. (If still available, “Relaxing Near Pond” is one of my favorites) Also, laptop skins for $22, but alas, no laptop for me.
worthysoycandles – the name says it all. VERY affordable.
lauri – lovely photography, with a slant toward botanicals. She also has a very cool carnival series, for someone who is a Carnaval Diabolique fan.
The “Thank You, But Do Not Want” List
(Gleaned from previous round SQUEE posts)
Tea
Coffee
Make-up
Lotion
