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KETCHUP
KETCHUP
Ketchup
Switch Witch 2011
Mmmm ketchup. 9-20-11
Ketchup x 2
Moar Questions!
Pre-Round Questions
Switch Witch Predictions
SW 2017 - Ketchup Qs
would any witchees be interested in NASA swag? I'm now super-close to Marshall Space Flight Center and will be visiting the space center with my kiddo pretty regularly. If so, what would you like? Clothes, a mug, magnets, a plush Snoopy wearing a flight suit?
No thanks!
does anybody like anything from Solstice Scents? I LOVE their Jack and the Devil. http://www.solsticescents.com/
Ooh! I'm checking this now: Blackburn Farmstead mmm vanilla and berries, Maplewood Inn could be good, Jack & The Devil might be good too.
10/3/17
Witchee, would you like anything from the Trading Post Halloween update? https://blackphoenix...y/weenies-2017/
See my Wishlist
10/1/17
Awesome farmer's market by my house. They have a local honey stand (which also sells things made from local honey like Propolis tincture!); there's a small apothecary and she additionally makes soaps and hand-made, hand-poured scented candles; plus a guy that makes an array of BBQ and Hot Sauces. Does ny of this appeal? Would you like anything from my local farmer's market?
Sure! All of those things sound good.
Smolder Cosmetics. Do any of their products (glitter, eye dusts etc) appeal to you? https://smoldercosmetics.com
No thanks!
Anything from Strobe Cosmetics (http://strobecosmetics.com)?
I like pressed shadow, so sure! That Oracle is something beautiful. Would pair nice with Talisman
How would you feel about getting Hello Kitty stuff?
Eh. No thanks?
Would you like to get some favorite recipes?
Sure!
9/30/17
Would you like anything from the Haus of Gloi Fall Part II update? https://www.hausofgl...ween-scent-list
Apple Milk maybe, or Hex, or Pumpkin Eater
9/27/17
How do you feel about these little guys? I think they're adorable and kind of want them all, but especially the ghost and pirate ones. https://lovemomiji.c...imited-editions
9/26/17
Claire's has some super cute Halloween stuff. In the style of Haunted Mansion - black lace collars, lace and sparkle masques and the like. A few items in Dias de los Muertos style. Would you be interested in such things? Any spooky stud earrings that are hypoallergenic would be nice to have!
Would you be interested in anything from Orange Thyme? https://shoporangethyme.com/ If so, which products/scents/flavors? Yes but the lip balms I like were out of stock, cherry ginger ale and earl grey tea
What are your top three most wanted DC'd or previous LE BPALs? Hmmmm...Snowblind is one...let me think on the others?
What are some things you do NOT want to receive? Hmm...sex toys, Arsenal supporters gear, or live bees. I mean, I'm pretty gracious to be receiving anything from a stranger but I'm going to draw the line at the above.
9/25/17
Anyone like/want calendars or dayplanners? YAAAAAS I AM AN ADDICT.
If you like stationery, do you like plain, colors, images, or specific DON'T LIKES? Colors or images are fine, but mind I'm sending most letters to my grandmother so no like, explicit stationary.
What about general desk stuff like cool colored paperclips and post it pads? Not as needed, though I'd like a post-it with something catty on it.
Would you be into receiving hand made (crocheted, sewn, felted, chain maille, scale, or duct tape, in my case, depending on the item) dishclothes? Scarf/shawl? Hat? Bag? Anything? Colors? (Duct tape, chain maille, and scales come in colors.)
Dishcloths, scarves, bags - purples, blues, jewel tones
Do you collect anything from SBUX like City Mugs, City Mug ornaments, City Cards, or Bearistas? If so, which do you need/want? Or would you like a City Mug or an ornament for fun?
I'll never say no to a new coffee mug...
anybody want homemade fudge? I can do chocolate with or without nuts, peanut butter, and butterscotch.
You had me at chocolate. Chocolate peppermint or chocolate marshmallow would be divine.
do you like spicy foods? I am currently addicted to these suckers and want to send you some buffalo ridged kettle potato goodness (https://www.billygoa...shop/1lb-kicker)
I do, though I'm less of a fan of buffalo sauce...more sriracha.
what would you like from the Weenies updatus giganticus??? Oh dear! I'm buying myself a bottle of Pumpkin Spice Snake Oil. I'd like to try Pumpkin Chypre and September Midnight (any year, really...) I'd try decants of The Apparition, Cardamom Cream Pumpkin Cake, Cinnamon Chai Cupcake (though I'm pretty sure the cinnamon won't like me...) La Calavera Catrina, Nebulaphobia, I Heard Many Things in Hell
9/24/17
do you collect the art cards that BPAL sends out? Any in particular that you are looking for or definitely don't need? I don't really collect them, but I appreciate them and keep them in my bpal desk
Favorite animals or wild creatures or mythological creatures? Hmm, I love cats (especially black ones), owls of all types, red pandas, turtles, seals, aw heck...I like most animals.
would you like any swag from the Depeche Mode concert? (pins, posters, shirts, program, dunno what they'll have!) No thanks!
Is anyone interested in the new Resistance scents that the Lab just released (Take a Knee and SN: Flor de Maga)? Flor de Maga, no interest in Take a Knee.
Is anyone here into zero waste, plastic free living, urban homesteading, or any simplicity/minimalism-esque lifestyles? If so, could you use any tools or equipment? - I am trying to get into minimalism via Marie Kondo but I'm struggling.
9/23/17
Are you interested in anything from Bath & Bodyworks? Which products and scents do you like? www.bathandbodyworks.com/
I'm a Marshmallow Fireside addict. I did buy two of the big 3-wicks during the sale (shh.) but I'd love to try it in a Wallflower. Bonus points if you can make my car smell like this.
I also really like the lavender & cedarwood aromatherapy line - smells like non-burning dryer sheets TKO on me. (TKO and I don't get along.) I have a 3-wick in this scent but I'd love it in a body lotion or other slather-it-on-yourself product.
The Vanilla and Patch aromatherapy was also of interest but I cut myself off during candle-palooza so I don't actually have anything that smells like this.
I don't any of the Holidays 2018 line for xmas when it comes out, I'm still limping through last year's haul of VBN and Twisted Peppermint!
I am possibly going to a crystal / gem show tomorrow. I can't afford expensive gem stones, but...
What kind of crystals would you like?
I'm really interested into getting into crystals! I think moonstones are cool and amethyst and just really, any crystal is a good place to start.
Pumpkin or Zucchini bread? Sure! Are you getting the notion that I like sweets and baked goods? Because I do.
What kind of homemade cookies are your favorite? Ooh...uhm...I am a big fan of oatmeal chocolate chip. Lemon cookies are love. Chocolate chip is a good old standby. Gingersnaps. I mean, really you can't go wrong with cookies.
Could you use a muscle rub? (We make ours on the lunar cycle and it has menthol, wintergreen, habanero, cayenne, olive oil, st. john's wort, arnica, beeswax, calendula, and ginger. It tingles. We call it "Thunder Butter". If you have really really super sensitive skin, I would recommend against it. And don't take a hot shower or open all of your pores before using it.)
I would like to try a tiny amount of this, and honestly maybe more for my hubby than me? I rash out from cinnamon so...
Interested in trying some of our rose petal (rose petals, sugar, everclear) or lavender vanilla bean (lavender, vanilla bean, vodka) liqueur?
I'm not super huge into floral liquor
Want some honey from the bees on our property?
Does a bear shit in the woods? Yes, fresh honey = love.
Would you like somemade jam? I have blackberry, rose petal, strawberry rhubarb, peach, and cherry.
YES. Rhubarb, peach, cherry, blackberry...
How about some homemade candied jalapenos with garlic cloves? I have regular and with habanero.
This...would scare me just a little.
I didn't dry any apples this year but I was thinking of heading over to Green Bluff and seeing if any honeycrisps are left. I have a commercial dehydrator so let me know if you are interested in any "Apple Crips" (as voodoocatwoman calls them!) I wash, peel, core, and slice before dehydrating.
YES PLEASE.
Do you need any kind of dice bag, tote, project bag, cosmetic bag, pencil bag, or whatever? I have lots of bag patterns and fabric. We make bags under the name Twinkle N Twilight.
Or how about a couple of pillowcases?
I would get use out of a dice bag and cosmetics bags.
9/22/17
Would my witchee like this to warm up the fall coffee cup?? https://www.truelemo...gory-s/1871.htm Oh heck yeah, I'd try that! I like their cherry limeade mmm
do you like to take baths? if so, do you like oils, salts, things that fizz, all of the above, none of the above? I like bath salts (not the drugs!), bombs, and I'll use some oils sparingly. I'm less into giant mounds of bubbles.
What style/make/etc of phone do you have? What about size of tablet? Laptop? I've got a Chromebook and I'd love a decal for it! It's a white shell and it's uh...14 inches? I think? I also have a Samsung Galaxy S6 phone in an otterbox. I'd love a PopSocket for it.
9/21/17
So, question: Are any witchees into coloring books? I am and I always welcome more!
See's Candy. My absolute favorite. They have special Halloween candy..any of these pique your interest?? Cinnamon Apple Scotch Mallows, Pumpkin spice truffles, pumpkinspice lollypops, caramel apple lollypops, or any other of their chocolates, etc?
You really can't go too wrong with dark chocolate + anything (Well, within reason. Dark chocolate and mushrooms is a TOTAL no-go.)
9/20/17
Do you like Broadway shows/music? If so what are some of your favorites and/or ones that you hope to see or listen to eventually? Would you like merch from your favorite shows or CDs from shows you want to listen to?
I really like Hamilton, but I'm not super into broadway otherwise!
I'm heading to NYCC in October! Is there anything I can get my Witchee while I'm there?
Broadway, Apple V, or Apple VII
I'm going to Edmonton Expo this weekend (It's Edmonton's version of comic con). Would a witchee like anything from there?
Probably not?
Anything catch your eye from this site (globalgirlfriend.com)?
tbd
Do you have any favorite, lesser-known stores? Especially ones that sell hand-crafted or independently made items.
Nah?
Imagine you're going to the most gigantic art & craft show imaginable, and money is no object - what kind of things would you gravitate towards and probably spend money on? Include as specific as you want to get!
handmade candles and bath and body goodies - especially goat's milk lotion.
9/19/17
Are you interested in anything from Think Geek? http://www.thinkgeek.com
Hmmm...anything fandom themed.
Do you have something you wish you put on your original questionnaire/forgot to put/would like to add on to?
Huh, I don't think so.
If you could decorate your house (or one room) in any one theme, what would it be? Your answer can be as simple ("Star Wars" or "Baroque" or "Modern"), or complicated or a combination (e.g. Victorian Gothic) as you feel best fits.
Uhhh....I would say an art deco living room and a spa-like bedroom and my computer room could totally be Bioshock or Fallout themed...
Aprons: Do you wear them, do you want one? Utility, decorative, cooking or crafting?
I do not, but I really should when cooking.
BTW, would my witchee be interested in something like this? (photo of black and white striped knitted doll)
No please, that's mildly terrifying.
9/18/17
It seems like there's a question about socks on the questionnaire, but I don't think it got down to this level: Do you wear them? Any particular style (crew length, knee high, anklet, boot, etc.) or fiber (wool, cotton, bamboo anything but wool, etc.) preference?
Anything over the calf needs to be for curvy girls. I have...athletic...calves. LOL. I'm interested in a good pair of wool hiking socks.
Would you be open to previously-loved books?
Yep! Probably safest as I'm very hard on books...bathtub reader and dog-earer...*guilty look*
What about partial-full bottles of BPAL or BPTP?
Oh yeah. I don't mind partially loved bpal.
So what are your favorite fandoms?
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Firefly, Game of Thrones. Bioshock, Fallout, Overwatch.
9/17/17
I'm in France at the moment, is there anything here you might like? I'm in Provence, the land of lavender, so if you like that flower in particular just say so!
LAVENDER. Yes! Lotion or soap or something bathing related <3
are you into divination? What kind(s) do you currently do? Do you want more books and/or tools for that type (e.g. new tarot cards, new runes)? Is there a new type of #divination you've been meaning to try, and if so, are you looking for the tool, a book on the subject, or both?
I'm not into tarot, but I've been wanting to try it. I've looked at decks and the linestrider seems to be calling my name. I'm open to other types as well though, so a beginner's book or some help is what I need
World my Witchee be interested in a Tarot or Astrology reading done personally?
Yes please!
Does my Witchee need any magical supplies?
TALs, candles, crystals - magic me up!
Would you be interested in any of the seasonal (or regular) soaps from Cellar Door Soap (https://cellardoorbathsupply.com)?
Well yes! I'm too sleepy to pick specifics but if it fits my regular preferences...we good
9/16/17
Favorite gemstones? fire opal, ruby, turquoise
If you enjoy jewelry do you like discrete and elegant, flashy and gaudy, small and light, or large and chunky? Discrete and elegant!
Any love of pirates or SCA? Nope.
Is there anything you would like from Disney World? I'll be going back to WDW in Sept 18 so I'm good for the moment. I love WDW, we go annually. <3
Are you a Potterhead? If so, to which house do you belong? I'm a Slytherin, and I'm not a super Potterhead but I like HP!
How do you feel about chokers?
Pass.
9/15/17
Here's a few questions from me: Would you like some Halloween or other themed decor in the form of a banner, something like this http://www.etsy.com/...n-decor-vintage? If so, would you prefer a traditional style or a vertical door type? I'm going to pass, my last SW spoiled me on the Halloween decor!
Do you live near a Trader Joe's? If not, are you interested in trying any of the numerous Pumpkin goodies they come out with this time every year? I do! ALL THE PUMPKIN though, friend, the peppermint holiday stuff is where it's at.
Do you like to cook and/or bake? Could you use any specific ingredients (spices, oils, salts, extracts, etc.) or kitchen utensils/gadgets? I enjoy baking! I'm a meh cook. Hook a sister up with some Penzys spices.
I'm at Ocean City MD for bike week......would a witches want anything from here? Bike or beach related?? Pass.
What is 1 thing you would love to see in your final box? Can be ANYTHING - your choice. Uhh...um...uh...Tarot cards or crystals. I'm getting into spiritual/occult stuff more and I find the Linestrider tarot to be beautiful. That or something from my fandoms?
Who would love some USPS eclipse stamps? Sure!
9/14/17
Do any of you potential Witchees have any kitties, puppers, or youngling humans you want spoiled in your packages? What treats or toys do they like? No kids (happily cf) but I do have two cats and a doggo. My cats LOVED two handmade toys I got a few years ago from SW (crinkly toys with catnip) and my dog loves GF snacks and Nylabones.
Is there any interest in any of the fragrance oils from the Nocturne Alchemy Weenies update? I'll have to check, but I've been thinking about getting into NAVA's vanillas? Anything chai-spicy too.
Is there anything you want from the trading post (or trading post etsy) that is available to order right now? (Fatherhood, Puppers, normal GC things) Hmmmm, I've got a few pupper decants coming but I did not get a Granite decant and I think I would really enjoy it. I got Wednesday and Pickle.
9/13/17
Are you a gamer? If so, what games are you currently playing and is there any merch for that game you'd love to have?-
If you are a gamer do you have a steam/gamestop/amazon wishlist? I am a fairly serious gamer. I would always love Bioshock Merch or any of the female characters from Overwatch as FunkoPops. I have a Steam wishlist. Right now I'm playing a lot of Overwatch. I have a Switch, PS4, and gaming PC.
How do you feel about the following scarf options (assuming you're into scarves)? I'll have to look @ these later. So many questions! Simple eyelet scarf Chevron scarf Lacy and fuzzy Skinny rib knit (extra long for lots of wrapping) Leafy!
Like beer? What styles most appeal to you? Yep! I'm a light beer person...or hard ciders.
Like booze? What kinds? Yes! I looooooooooove trying new and exciting hard cider flavors. I also like craft vodkas. Very much into bourbon.
Like Wine? What kinds? Yes please! Dry reds (shiraz, malbec, pinot noir, merlot, most reds...) and semi-sweet to dry whites. I like German Rosé .
Would you be interested in a set of hand-made hair falls? It's something I do for fun and I can make any length and do an array of colors! Pass!
For those who watch certain movies every year for Halloween, what are those movies, whether horror or not? Any favorite horror movies that aren't necessarily on the annual-viewing list? How do you feel about fan-made merch for these movies? Hocus Pocus, Rocky Horror, Clue, Buffy the Vampire Slayer Halloween episodes. If you made me something Buffy related I would be floored.
9/12/17
Here's a great local soapmaker I love--y'all see anything you would like? https://littleseedfarm.com/ Is this goat's milk soap? Then pretty much ANY scent is fine by me! I love goat's milk soap.
What are your favorite/preferred Halloween/autumn icons/images? Any to specifically stay away from? I like owls, black cats, pumpkin/harvest scenes, and witches!
Do you eat candy, and if so would Halloween candy be welcome? Specialty candy from local or unusual sources? Chocolate? I prefer higher quality candy vs. cheap drugstore stuff (not being snobby but I'm on a diet so if I'm going to spend points, it's gonna be on the good stuff.) I prefer dark chocolate with different add-ins vs. milk. Hate white chocolate. No thanks to candy corn. But yes, I do love me some Halloween candy.
Do you want Fidget spinners, desk toys, or other frivolous things that you look at and decide you don't need enough to spend $ on but would make you happy to have? A fidget cube would be more my speed.
Any zentangle lovers, people who would like to try it, or would you want a piece of someone else's zentangle art? I have no idea what this is.
Any love of hair toys, clips, ribbons, fascinators, mini hats, etc? Clips or headbands.
What local goodies may be of interest? Local Honey, jams,candy? Honey, jam, pickles!
Are you interested in any prescription services like serial magazines, Birch box, ipsy? Yes! Something with beauty stuff or geek stuff I'd try a food box too.
Would you like funky Halloweenie costume makeup like Gothic eyelashes, nail effects, black lipstick, etc.? Pass.
How do you like to listen to music? CD, 8 track tape, mix tape, Pandora or Spotify, I-tunes? Spotify mostly.
Do you prefer reading on Kindle or actual book? What kind of books do you like? Would you like to be surprised with a scary, classic, horror book? Actual books in any condition are fine. I am tough on books. I'm really into psychological thrillers and serial killer-y stuff lately? (So uplifting, I know!) Horror or scary is cool!
Candles, Incense, or wax tarts? Do you have favorite brands or Weenies scents for the home? Would you like to receive a wax tarts burner, incense burner, essential oils diffuser, or Halloweenie themed candle holders? I really like Bridgwater candles in Solitude, Bath and Body Works in Marshmallow Fireside (omgyespls.) I do tarts, candles, and EO.
Witchee: are you interested in crafting materials? Pass.
9/11/17
I'm in Japan, is there anything specific from here you would want? Hmm, not sure. Maybe stationary?
How do you feel about nail wraps? Nail what nows? Pass.
if you were to receive something hand knit, what type of item would you like? hat, cowl, handwarmers, etc. and what color(s)?
- would you use knitted washcloths? a scarf? Are you allergic or sensitive to any fibers? Wash/dishcloths would be super helpful. I also like scarves.
If you could be ANY character from a film, TV show or book, who would it be and why? Folks...these are tough!
If you could hop into a time machine and travel anywhere/anytime, where would it be and why? These questions are intense, guys. Maybe the 1920s? I'd love to see the golden age of jazz.
If you could invite 3 famous people to a BPAL meet and sniff, who would invite? Oh gosh. Um...Beth, Puddin' and Lilith I want all the down and dirty deets on the scents.
Do you like and/or want anything from Elements and Artifacts? You can be vague like "yes" or "no" or name specific past pieces you coveted or current ones you love, whatever works best. I'm not familiar with this.
Would you like something hand sewn by your Witch? A dress, shirt, skirt, infinity scarf, something else? Sure! Infinity scarf or maybe an altar/meditation shrine cloth?
Anyone want any kind of costuming accessories or makeup or odds and ends? Pass.
9/10/17
Are there any hobbies or crafts you've been thinking of trying, but haven't had the chance yet? I really want to try embroidery/cross stitch. Mostly the subversive stuff.
Would you want to receive a custom spell kit or magical tea? If so, what purpose would you want it to be for? Yes to kit, no to tea. If you could do something for anxiety or creativity that would be amazing
Do you like poetry? Yes!
Anyone like handmade critters, stuffed animals, or custom repaints? No thanks!
Would you enjoy any designer/specialty yarn for your own craftyness? No thanks!
Would anyone like a donation made in their name to a cause or charity? Humane Society of Hamilton County
Please provide wishes from the last two updates? Gah! Ask me later! I'm going to buy some, but I don't know what yet.
9/9/17
Would you be interested in things from Future Primitive? (http://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk/) Yes, I've been wanting to try this! I'll have to get back to you on scents.
Are there any UK things you'd like to get? Candy! I'm also into Tottenham Hotspur so any stickers/team gear!
Are you into podcasts? If so, what are your favorites? Would you like any merch related to any of them?
Would you like something from Nui Cobalt Designs (https://nuicobaltdesigns.com/)? Ahh so many questions! I don't know?
Or maybe some of Christina's lovely Halloween candles at Sihaya & Co. (https://www.sihayaan...lection-candles)? I'm sure, but I haven't looked yet. I do like candles though!
ILNP? Who would love one of their awesome holos like MEGA or one of their amazing chromes? http://www.ilnp.com/ No thanks!
9/8/17
Do you enjoy stationery? I'm thinking cute/quality notebooks, washi tape, stickers, fun pens etc. YES!
Are you interested in anything from Cocoa Pink? I do like cocoapink products but I don't know about their fall update - I love Black Marshmallow!
- Or Haus of Gloi? Not familiar with them!
Would you be interested in a Halloween wreath? Sure!
Have you seen this: https://www.bustle.c...llection-80733? (Lush Halloween collection.) And what would you like? Oh I'm sure I would like it. Black Rose lip tint, Lord of Misrule Bomb, Magic Wand soap
9/7/17
Are you interested in anything from the Moonalisa Halloween update? I've never looked, but possibly?
What are your coffee and/or tea preferences? Yes pls!
- Coffee: whole beans or ground? Ground
- Flavor and roast preferences? Light roast, hazelnut/vanilla/foodie flavors OK
- Tea: black, green, herbal, flavors? All of the above.
- Loose leaf or tea bags? Loose
- Anything specific you don't like?
- Are you in need of any gadgetry? Always down for funky tea strainers
9/6/17
How would you feel about receiving a hand-painted container for your bpal and/or other treasures?
- would you want a big wood box (~50 bottles), a small wood box (~20 bottles) or a tin for carrying imps around?
Yes! I have a couple but honestly I love boxes for storing MORE than BPAL. I would say a 10 or 20 bottle box would do me.
Who is into K-Beauty (Korean beauty products like sheet masks)
- What are your faves if you are?
- If you aren't would you like to try something?
I haven't tried it yet, but I would be super into trying a rubber mask or bubble masks!
What are some NEW things you've gotten interested in this year? Could be anything, from a new hobby, new genre of book, new healthy way of living, new fav brand of whatever...
Funko Pops! Adult coloring! I've really gotten into TALs and I'm trying to get a grasp on candle magic and would like to start with Tarot.
9/5/17
What are your feelings about Scooby Doo?
Meh. No thanks!
How do you feel about indie makeup (read: loose eyeshadow, blush, highlighter)?
Pass, thanks!
I drink this stuff almost everyday would anyone else be interested in trying it out? https://www.criobru.com/
Possibly! I like to try new beverages - your best bet is anything mocha or chocolate >.>
9/4/17
Would you like one of the Halloween Teeturtle shirts?
https://www.teeturtl...alloween?page=1
Probably! I wear a unisex M or L, depending on 100% cotton (L) or blend (M)
Switch Witch Fall 2016
BPAL Favorite BPAL oils: The Girl, Liz, Macabray, Dorian, Morocco, 51, Lady Death, Torture Queen Favorite notes: I like white florals, green and white musks (and try me on others I like skin and pink too), amber, ozone, some sandalwood, and tend to like things that say 'crystalline' and 'ethereal'. I'm coming around to vanilla and I like a touch of herbal like lavender or chamomile. Spicy is ok in moderation, as is foodie. Favorite non-BPAL perfumes: Dior Hypnotic Poison, Laila perfume spray Least favorite notes: hmm...overly sugar sweet foodie (No pancake breakfast!) Heavy vetiver, ambergris, it's hard to say and I'd encourage witch to dig more. Least favorite non-BPAL perfumes: I don't really keep track of those. If Beth made a custom blend for you, what would the notes be, and what would you want the label art to look like? Probably something like amber, davana, pale musk, jasmine, ylang ylang and a touch of sandalwood? Basically The Girl.
Lifestyle Style/home decoration style: Whatever works. I lean towards eclectic. Owl/Fox/Hedgehog anything! Favorite decorating colors: blue, teal, purple, fall oranges Things you collect: owls, wine corks, pint glasses Favorite music: Hmm, I'd say folk alternative and indie alternative Least favorite music: Country, rap Vegetarian/Vegan?: nope! Other food restrictions: nope! Favorite flavors: Chocolate, lime, ginger, cherry, chai Favorite foods/drinks: chocolate, chai, cold-brewed coffee, sweets of most types >.> Favorite authors/genres: Margaret Atwood, Gillian Flynn speculative fiction, mystery/thrillers with female leads (I enjoyed Girl on the Train and Luckiest Girl Alive) Least favorite authors/genres: Eh. I'm pretty open. Books/authors you'd like to read, but haven't yet: Neil Gaiman beyond Good Omens, other books that fall into the genre of mystery/thriller with female protagonists, more Chuck Palahniuk How do you feel about receiving gently used books as gifts? Favorite stores (including clothing stores): Favorite online stores (including B&B stores): Magazines you subscribe to: Magazines you like, but don't subscribe to: EW, Rolling Stone, National Geographic Favorite movies: marvel movies, thrillers, comedies, action. I am not a huge movie watcher... Favorite TV show(s): the newsroom, stranger things, game of thrones, suits, Jessica Jones, Orange is the New Black, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Firefly, Grey's Anatomy before it went to crazy town, Hannibal Hobbies/crafts done: coloring!
Clothing & Jewelry Hair type: thick fine hair, straight and worn long with bangs Skin Type: sensitive and acne prone Allergies (specifically B&B related): cinnamon Other things to avoid: lots of chemicals: / Tub, shower or both? Both! Favorite bath & beauty products: Lush, local crafted goats milk soap, renpure, Doterra. I love bar soap but also bubble bath and shower gel. Clothing Style/Fave garments: eh norm core by accident mostly haha...I'm pretty casual and not very girly. Jeans, tshirt and converse for me. Favorite clothing colors/colors to wear: purple, gray, black, teal, jewel tones? Type(s) of jewelry worn: stud earrings, necklaces, rings Ring/wrist/collar size: 9 and ¼ I believe for rings. No collars. Jewelry - gold or silver? Silver Do you have any allergies to metal? I need to wear hypoallergenic earring posts mostly. Favorite gemstone: Opal, hematite, Ruby and all the cool turquoise and agates etc. I do like pretty stones! Sock/Shoe Size: I wear an 8.5 US wide shoe (or a 9.5 US regular) or a 9 sock.
Random Questions: - On a scale of 1-5, how organized are you? 3.5
- Where, outside of the U.S. would you love to visit? (if you're international, this can be anywhere) Germany, England, Spain
-Where, inside of the U.S. would you love to visit? California, Montana, Utah, Colorado, Oregon, Washington - go west!
-Favorite City in the US/World? Hmmm. City? I'm pretty in love with Asheville, NC at the moment
- Do people tell you that you act older, younger, or your age? Generally older than my age.
-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) I'd probably play with it and eventually donate it.
- What animal do you feel like the most? A cat most likely
- Your favorite feature about yourself: my eyes are a really cool shade of blue with flecks of orange and other swirls
- Do you live in a neighborhood or in the middle of nowhere? A subdivision alas
-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: some scented plug-ins for my car Over: a Himalayan salt lamp, an Etsy scent locket (bonus points for owls)
- How do you feel about boi witches? Indifferent
- Do you like garage sales (boot sales)? Not really, I'm trying to reduce stuff in my life. I make an exception for funky owls and cool art and candle holders etc. - I like to slather my food in : ketchup
- State fairs or carnivals? Sure!
- 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 carny talker. I'm good at spinning things.
- What mythical or fantastic race of creatures (dragons, unicorns, griffins, elves, dwarves, faeries, etc.) do you most identify with? I play a wood elven ranger in my dnd group but I'm probably more of a Dwarven barbarian irl >.>
- 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? I'm not good at these questions but I'd add things that show my love of bpal and essential oil, and my focus on PC and console gaming. My love of my husband and pets and my family. I'd show how Disney is my favorite place to vacation, and that I enjoy Dungeons and Dragons and board games.
- Do you need storage boxes/bottles/containers? Decorated or Plain? Yes and either is fine.
- 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? No budget? Id hop on a first class flight to Disney World and on the way home buy all the bpalz.
- Do you like steampunk & if so what kind of steampunk item would you most like to receive? I admire it but not actively. I'd love a clockwork or steampunk styled necklace or earrings though.
- Do you have an Etsy shop? No
- Would you like to receive baked goods, if so what kind? Yes and you can never go wrong with chocolate.
- What is something totally random (yes, that thing that just popped into your head) that hasn't been covered by any previous questions? Hmm, my hobbies are gaming and I'd love to get into collecting funko pop statuettes for gaming or TV shows I like. I'd also love to try comics or graphic novels?
Motherhood 2016
Lilith says that the Mad Hatter should smell like tea (EARL GREY!) with honey and cream and lots and lots of cookies. I want to try it but I'm afraid of what the honey note will do on me. Decant worthy. Babys First Krampuslauf
Dark chocolate and a hint of woodsmoke.
None of these notes really work for me, I'm safe. Caldarium
Mulberry and honey myrtle with flax and rosemary. This is not my jam. Circus Bear
rose, gardenia, styrax, and frankincense splattered with cotton candy and the white glop in the middle of Oreos
Not something I'd enjoy but a cool concept! Connecting Flight
The distant scent of black coffee spiked with coffee liqueur and dusted with cinnamon.
I think I'll pass on this one. Dinnertime at the Diviners Hut
Tomato leaf and frankincense. Eugh I hate tomato leaf. Funerary Papyri
Myrrh and papyrus reed with a smear of vanilla cream frosting.
I bet this is nice but it's not grabbing me. Maybe I'll watch reviews. Good Morning, London
A scent for my bed-headed September 2nd Virgos: lavender for Lilith and amber for Brian.
#2 on my "buy a blind bottle" list from this update. Def want. Heavenly Spark
the echoes of the incense smoke of hundreds upon hundreds of years curling around roses and oak branches.
I don't do awesome with roses but again, sounds lovely! Heel
The scent of our backyard in summertime, the scent of Lilith trying to explain to Pickle how to heel correctly: honeysuckle, late summer jasmine, and mowed grass. Definitely want to try a decant. I got Goofin' with Stonehenge and that's already got a grass note. But I love honeysuckle! Holy Trinity
Soft riverbank soil, winter daffodils, fog-damp grass, curled pondweed, and frankincense.
Earthy, loamy scents don't work well for me usually. La Milagrosa
clusters of mariposa and mahoe, sprays of black orchid, loves red roses, and a thin drift of cigar smoke. Pass. Lilith and Sekhmet
Blood wine and amber. Pass. Lilith and the Four Sons of Horus
Golden honey and cassia. I'm afraid this would go to powder on me but lovely sounding. Little Lady Frankenstein
This should smell like electricity and potions.
I did my best, kid.
Oh man I want to know what this is like so bad! I love ozone. Watching for reviews and definitely need a decant. Maybe a bottle... Motherhood
Snake Oil, lavender, bubblegum, and gummi bears. You lost me at bubblegum. My Little Grotesque
Lilith expressing herself at the V&A: cardamom-dusted cupcakes.
Mmm cardamom. I want to try this one badly. Possibly blind bottle badly. O The Joy of My Spirit!
Crooked hazelnut and tonka with a touch of cacao and black pine.
I really want to test this but idk about pine? Decant and watch reviews. Outlaw
This one is for my little bandit: sarsaparilla, leather, and vanilla cream. Hmm my husband perked up at this one so maybe a bottle. Perfect Fifths
Bow rosin and bubblegum. Nope! Plush Viscera
Lilith says this should smell like blood and guts, but also strawberries. We came to a compromise through a combination of Dragons blood resin, myrrh, and smushed strawberries with a little bit of lavender. She sprays lavender essential oil on her plushies every night before bed, so she thinks plush innards should get the same treatment. So curious, but I dont think I'll buy it. Review stalk. Reapers Gonna Reap
Lilith says this perfume should smell like pretty meat bones, and her translation of that is a musky vanilla sandalwood.
Yes yes yes I'm buying a bottle yes. San Cristóbal de la Habana
Cubas white ginger blossoms, guava pulp, and mango with a touch of white tobacco and sea salt. Decant shortlist Spider Witch
My little witch, my little lilt of laughter: this scent is for the sorceress you are and the sorceress you will grow to be. 7-year aged patchouli, red musk, and bourbon vanilla with sweet oudh, hazelnut, amber chypre, leather.
Interested and potentially decant worthy...Bottle? Idk Stonehenge at Dusk
Wiltshires burnt-tip orchids, a scattering of dandelions, crushed grass, wild daffodil, and chips of fog-wet bluestone.
I picked up the trading posts stonehenge scent so pass. Texare
This scent is inspired by the colors of the yarns she chose that day: raspberry pink, cherry red, sky blue, and lime green, all swirled with frankincense, black oudh, mallow root, and sweet wooly vanilla husk.
Again, not for me but cool and I want to stalk reviews! The Devil Will Find Work for Idle Hands
This scent is a ridiculous mélange of blue cotton candy, strawberry marshmallows, and whipped cream with sprinkles.
Too sweet but very fun! The Great Python Snake
Lilith says that Kaa smells like the jungle, so for her and for the Great Python Snake, Ive bottled an impenetrable canopy of thick, vine-draped trees, primeval flowers blooming in the shadows, and dark, wet earth that has not been touched by sunlight in a millennia.
Pass. The Library of John Dee
Worn leather bindings, the dry crackle of ancient paper, styrax and onycha, frankincense, a drop of candle wax, and the barest fleck of dried Tudor roses. Curious but will watch reviews. The Twelfth
This is the scent of room service vanilla ice cream and leftover cake with a little bit of banana.
Home girl doesn't do banana. The Wolf and the Rattlesnake
NO NOTES LISTED
SO CURIOUS! decant? Vampire Night at the Movies
An odd mix of salted popcorn, butter, clove, and a few drops of stage blood.
Again, pads. Soooo...maybe a few bottles. Will wait for weenies.
Switch Witch Fall 2016 questions answered!
Off-color needlepoint? Yes please!
What interests you from the latest (pre-Halloween) update? Well I bought bottles of Goofin' at Stonehenge and Serpentine but I'm holding off on bottle purchases for the rest till weenies. Will update.
Like beer? What kind? Booze? Same question! I would love local hard ciders or non-ipa beers or even craft spirits.
Knitted items? Type? Hmm scarfs mostly, ooh or a winter headbandy ear cover, infinity scarves
Caramel? Yes please! Salted or chocolate covered #ded
9/16
Would you be interested in home made food items?
- garlic dill pickles - YES MMM PICKLES
- blackberry jam - Yes!
- dried honey crisp apples -The crispier the better, but yes
- applesauce (with or without red hots) - yes but without red hots, and preferably chunky >.>
- elderberry syrup (with honey and apple cider vinegar - great for immune boosting) - ...can you put it on pancakes?
- honey from our bees - mmmmm yes please
- rose petal liquor (made with our own rose petals and everclear but diluted down a bit so it doesn't knock you over) - hmmm, probably not, but I'd take some rosewater for mah face : P
- baked goods of your choice, what do you like or dislike? - sure! I like am pretty all-consuming when it comes to sweets but I do adore chocolate!
Would you be interested in project bags/pouches? I'm not sure what this is? Maybe?
Are you allergic to any fiber or do you know what kind of yarn you prefer? (merino, merino cashmere, merino cashmere silk, 100% silk, 100% cashmere, merino nylon, BFL, BFL silk, etc. Or do you like acrylic?)
My skin breaks out easily/rashes so as long as it's soft I'm cool.
Would you want a quilted pot holder?
I'm oddly excited about potholders.
Do you have any prefered flavour of shortbread?
There are flavors?! Uh...almond? Lemon? Chocolate?
Is there anything you'd particularly like to get from the UK?
Anything Tottenham Hotspur specific (pins, etc.) or some delicious chocolate
9/20 - 9/21 Candles, wax melts/tarts? YES PLEASE. Do you have an Etsy wish list, and if so, what's your user name there? Nope. Tokyo Milk? Yea or Nay? Never heard of it. If you're a writer type, would you like notebooks or journals? Utilitarian or fancy? Lined or blank? Tell me of your stationery lustings. YES ANY AND ALL. Lined. Unlined. Dot paper. Graph. Spiral. Book-bound. ANY. If you want yarn, what colors do you want? No yarn please!
9/22-ish or something: Are you interested in fabric? No thanks! If you could receive one handmade item - everything from knitted or crocheted gloves and scarves to sewn bags to fanart or original art, what would you prefer? Hmmm....dirty cross stitch or maybe a knit infinity scarf What are your tea and/or coffee preferences? Loose leaf / whole bean or bagged / ground? Do you have a favorite type? Flavor? Retailer? I like tea - looseleaf is good. Chai, I like Teavana's mate, hibiscus tea, etc, etc. What are your favorite fandoms, if any? BUFFY! Firefly! Game of Thrones, Resident Evil, Bioshock, Overwatch BPTP products? Pre-owned okay? Sure! I haven't tried the atmos OR hair gloss. Essential oils and aromatherapy oils- yay, or nay? YES! I have a few Dotera; frankincense, serenity, peppermint. I'd love some more. Favorite animal? Oh man. Owls, foxes, red pandas, hedgehogs, cats Twilight Alchemy Lab oils? I haven't used them, but I would be open to it. I'd really like to try some White Light. Maybe Blessing of Isis/Caliph's Beloved. Maybe Blockbuster.
2017/2018 Update Notes and Bottle Love
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Vanilla cake with sprinkles and red velvet cupcakes, with a touch of climbing wisteria and sparkling apple cider.
I would sniff a decant of this, but I don't see myself needing a bottle.
A CUTE KID
Pale lavender and Tahitian vanilla with a smudge of chalk dust and a pop of strawberry bubblegum.
Bottle - I'm not sure about the bubblegum, but I love the lavender used in Liliths!
LIKE FATHER, LIKE DAUGHTER
Pomegranate cotton candy.
I love the bottle art but I'm not a cotton candy person, though I do like pomegranate. Sniffie territory. MORNING IN THE CITY OF ANGELS
Sunflowers and California poppies, vanilla-tinged oak bark, and a spill of sugary breakfast cereal.
I'm not sure I'd enjoy this one.
MY LITTLE THEMYSCIRAN PRINCESS
Rich, sweet, valiant amber, coconut milk, honeyed saffron, gleaming gold-gilded leather, and sweet olive blossom.
Decant - Leather gives me pause,
SPINNING ON GRAVES
Dorian and lavender mist, crushed grass, cypress leaf, and a drop of clove.
I think I'd try a bottle of this one? Clove gives me serious pause, but I did like the clove in Mabel this year so...maybe. Dorian and Lavender in the same bottle is bliss usually, though, so I'd half-bottle for sure...but might blind bottle.
THE PILLORY
Caramelized rum ice cream with a splatter of berries.
Pass.
WEDNESDAY’S CHILD IS FULL OF WOE
A little kid’s interpretation of a gothy goth perfume: sugared clove and vanilla patchouli with cacao, dried Avignon rose petals, and a bit of black cherry.
I'd want a half-bottle of this one...maybe a fb based on reviews.
ZIP LINE
Brown leather and bourbon vanilla with honeyed oudh and cinnamon buns.
I'm generally not a leather person but this one does have me curious. I'd try a decant.
Motherhood 2017
Admete
Driftwood and sea salt submerged in a marine layer, a touch of sweet carnation, bright neroli, and a sandy strip of kelp.
This is one I labeled as blind bottle it. Sounds pretty awesome, though I'm not always an ambergris fan. Apocalyptic Horseprincess
Crushed mint and neon lime, sour candy powder, and wild plum.
Pass. Babys First Con Panel
The scent of the soft pretzel we hid in our backpack, plus a bit of leftover chocolate chip cookie.
Pass. Brunch Witches
Pumpkin pancakes and berries in cream.
Pass. Cemetery Creep
Marble-white musk, orris root, and vanilla blossom.
I'm super curious...I'm just afraid the orris will go baby powder. Otherwise...half bottle or decant. Closet Raid
This is the scent of generations of children raiding their parents closets: my grandmother and mothers Chanel No. 5, my father and grandfathers Lilac Vegetal, my Snake Oil, and Liliths lavender blossoms.
This one is definitely on my check-reviews radar. I think a half-bottle would be great, or possibly a full bottle based on the reviews. Dancing Among the Tombs
Osmanthus and jasmine, Spanish moss and dandelion, Snake Oil and Dorian.
Yes, yes, yes. Bottle. Daybreak
Last nights lavender drops and a whiff of Pickles vanilla coconut pupper shampoo.
Blind bottle! Do All the Good You Can
Madagascar vanilla and sweet patchouli with Yule pine, white fig, and almond blossom.
Pine gives me SERIOUS pause because pencil shavings/hamster bedding. However, if reviews come back positive I want a decant. Do You Like Clowns?
Raspberry ice cream and a smear of black cherry lip gloss.
I'm watching reviews, but generally not my thing. I'd try a decant though. Ego Sum Lux Mundi
Frankincense and myrrh with golden amber, green apple pulp, and white pear.
Curious, but going to hold off on it, though I would not say no to a decant. Gas Masks and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails
Cotton candy and jellybeans with sugar cookie crumbles and vanilla frosting.
Pass. The Goddess of Mischief
White lavender and sweet amber, green oudh, and inky musk.
I don't know what to make of green oudh or inky musk! Even so, I think a decant or half bottle. Heck on Wheels
Red velvet confetti cupcakes and bubblegum.
Cupcake scents have been going plastic on me *cries* so pass. Huntress
Funnel cakes, baked apples, and strawberry cream.
Mebbeh a decant? Not sure I'll enjoy it. Little Photojournalist
Cathedral incense and rock candy.
Pass. Paying Her Respects
Star jasmine and tobacco leaf.
I love star jasmine but I tend to amp tobacco so...hesitantly watching reviews. Decant maybe. Pew! Pew!
Blue raspberry slushy, a bowl of strawberries, and microwavable popcorn
Pass.
Poke!
Coconut and red currant, red musk, and a pop of surgical steel.
Thinking about blind bottling this one. HB at a minimum. Potamides
Honeysuckle and honey, water lilies and white sage.
Considering blind bottling this one too. Honeysuckle has been doing it for me and my mom said "Oh I bet it smells like the old lake place!" so, nostalgia factor.
Snowball Fight!
Snowballs and vanilla ice cream.
I'm hoping for a Snowblind! Bottle! The Spectral Flower Girl
Black lilies, red roses, and babys breath.
Sounds like it could go Old Lady on me. Pass...but I will stalk reviews just in case... Storyboard: Julius Caesar
Macerated myrrh, rose petals, and iris with frankincense and a splash of blood.
Pass. Storyboard: The Tempest
Ivy and lime rind, marigold and moss.
Pass Valuable, Powerful, Deserving
Golden amber, vanilla oudh, and orange blossom.
Haunting reviews hardcore. Hoping it's a hit so I can get a bottle. Vampire Princess
Blood musk and lavender with bourbon vanilla, plum oudh, black patchouli, and Romanian wildflowers.
It has me curious. What's a blood musk like? I tend to rock bourbon vanilla. I think maybe a decant is in order, or a half-bottle. Winter at the Capitol
The hope and valor of iris blossoms twined with chrysanthemums bold fearlessness, violets vigilance, oleanders caution, and white and red roses for unity.
Pass because violets.
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