Continuation of the my note analysis.
The hunt for a beautiful Honey scent came hard on the heels of my experimentation with leather, lilac, and lavender. I figured that since I loved honey and mead, I would love the smell of honey. This has since proven a falsehood. For whatever reason, the BPal honey note and I have a love/hate relationship. I keep trying it in the hope that THIS time it'll blossom into something spectacular, and it keeps hating my skin chemistry and turning out either 'bleh', or outright 'ugh'. The biggest disappointment was Milk Moon and Mead Moon. Both smelled incredibly similar with a heavy sweet milk note (which did not appeal to me) and very little of the honey I craved (or any spice from the mead moon for that matter). Needless to say I was not happy. At this point I am still on the hunt for the perfect honey scent for me. Autumn Moon of the Mirror Stand and Door are the only heavy honey note that I've found works for me so far and in AMMS, the honey is only one of a myriad of notes that makes AMMS one of my favorite scents, while with Door, the chamomile has to be playing nicely that day for it to work.
The Lab's honey notes: The lab's honey note is often overshadowed by the other notes in the blend on me. It is often paired with the milk note or florals, neither of which work well with my skin chemistry. I was delighted by the release of the Rappaccini's Apiary and both Horse Chestnut and Tobacco Honey have renewed my faith finding a perfect heavy honey note blend.
My favorite blends with honey in them thus far: Horse Chestnut Honey, Tobacco Honey, Door, O.
Blends that I liked but the honey wasn't prominent: Autumn Moon of the Mirror Stand, Hellcat, Kill-Devil.
Blends that were horrible on me: Milk Moon, Mead Moon, War, Bengal, Horreur Sympathique, Luperci
Blends that I still REALLY want to try: Tomoe Gozen, Nanny Ashtoreth (more for the leather then honey), Mommy Fortuna (incoming with my TLU set), Whoop (incoming), Chimera, Comforting Plush Companion.
*- Signifies ones I tried.
Lab's honey blends: (GC)
Everything in Rappaccini's Appiary
@51*, Alice*, Against Idleness and Mischief, Anathema, Athens, Bengal*, Bien Loin D'Ici*, Blood Kiss*, Chimera, Chuparosa, Cockaigne (The Phantom Islands), Dana O' Shee, Defututa, Delphi, Dragon's Milk*, Eden, Eos, Eros*, Euterpe (Muses), Eve*, Follow Me Boy, Hellcat*, Hermia, Hetairae*, Horreur Sympathique*, Jezebel*, Juliet, Kali*, Kill-Devil*, Les Bijoux, Lolita, Lustration, Meliai, New Orleans, Nostrum Remedium, O*, Ogun*, Osun*, Queen of Sheba*, Sed Non Satiata*, Shanghai, Skuld*, Slippery Poppy Tincture, Sudha Segara, The Lotus Tree, The Phantom Wooer, The Witch's Repast, Tiger Lily, Twilight*, White Rabbit*
(LE/Non-impable)
Everything in Paduan Killer Bees
Agrat-Bat-Mahlaht*, Angeronalia, Al-Araaf, Anactoria, And There Was a Great Cry in Egypt (I), Aries, Autumn Moon of the Mirror Stand*, Bat (III), Bat-Woman (I), Bearded Lady, Berry Moon*, Bilquis*, Black Heart*, Chewing Little Bits of String, Chintamani-Dhupa, Chiroptera, Cleopatra Testing Poisons on Those Condemned to Death (III), Comforting Plush Companion, Copper Phoenix*, Crib Girls, Cupid Complaining to Venus (II), Dawn: Maiden, Dawn: Mother, Door*, Ecstasy of True Love, Eisheth Zenunim*, Et Lux Fuit, Fairy Wine*, Faiza: the Black Mamba*, Fee, Flower Moon, Freak Show, Gennivre: L'Artiste du Diable*, Giant Vulva, Gluhwein, Gun Moll, Harikata, Hay Moon, Hearth, Hilma, Hony Mone, Honey Moon, Itaso Kansei Nenkan Joro No Fuzoku (II), Josie, Joyful Moon, Judith and Holofernes, Katrina van Tassel, Khajuraho, Klara, Lady Luck blues, Lady Una*, La Fee Verte, L'Estate, Libra, Litha*, Luperci*, Mad Kate, Man with Phallus Head, Maud Ruthyn, Mead Moon*, Metal Phoenix, Milk Moon*,Mlle. Lilith, Fortune Teller, Mommy Fortuna*, Morpho*, Now Winter Nights Enlarge, Ostara, Pepper, Pink Moon, Pink Phoenix, Polyhymnia (Muses), Pumpkin IV (2008), Pumpkin Patch I 2009, Ronin, Rose Moon, Sara Pezzini, Schlafende Baigneuse (III), Selkie*, Sibyl, Sleipnir, Spirit, Spirit of the Komachi Cherry Tree (III)*, Stinky, Svadhinaopatika, Thaleia (Muses), The Brides of Dracula, The Carpathian Mountains, The Death of Sardanapal (I), The Deserted Village, The Dream of the Fisherman's Wife, The Gaoler's Daughter, The Gladdener of all Hearts, The Horn of Amalthea, The Illustrated Woman*, The Infernal Lover*, The Masque, The Oblation, The Piper at the Gates of Dawn, The Penitent Magdalen (I), The Wrestler Onogawa Kisaburo Blowing Smoke at a One-Eyed Monster, Thirteen (various years), Tissue, Tomoe Gozen, Trick #1 (06), Victorian Garden, Vilf*, Virgo, War*, Werepuppy, Wezwanie/Hod*, Whoop*, Womb Furie*
Links to mai lists in stuff:
Etsy (I had to change the setting to public on my fav list apparently.)
Amazon
My wishlist for Bpal is in my Blog here on the forum and the link in my sig should be working properly.
*I've started just pulling questions that I feel are relevant at this point. If there is anything you specifically need me to answer, just let me know wonderful witch. I've got another 2 weeks of insane schedule and then things become much easier...*
October 26th
What's on your list of formerly fun activities to reclaim, witches??I used to love horseback riding and karate but money during college made it a moot point. I also wish I had enough musical know-how to get a group of my musically inclined friends together to actually do harmony and other fun group songs for filk and larps because more then anything else I miss my old show choir days from high school...
October 23rd
would you still want the project if it was a craft fail????Yes.
October 20th
Do you need any winter wear, witchee? Hats and gloves are always welcome as I have a bad habit of losing them.
I've read something about a Event Exclusive called Pumpkin Hard Candy (if someone knows the details, shout it out because I am still searching). Are you interested in this scent? How desperate are you for it? I would definitely not mind getting an imp but I'm not desperate for it, candied pumpkin is very nice as is.
Going back to the question about winter wear, are there any colors you would prefer not to have? Nah, I'm good with pretty much anything.
October 14th
Do you like scary books? What's the best/scariest thing you've ever read? My overactive imagination makes scary books, shows, and movies dangerous to watch as I'm then perfectly capable of wigging myself (and then I have to go prove it's nothing all the while clenching my teeth and reaching for the fireplace poker). Walking Dead for example- definitely wigged myself out after watching a couple hours of that. So best not to intentionally set myself up.
So I was at Uwajimaya the other day and saw Earl Grey Tea Chocolate and Cinnamon Chocolate. If you were my Witchee, would you be interested in trying something like that? no thanks, though gourmet hot/drinking chocolates would be pure love.
October 13th
Are you interested in anything in the latest round of Lab auctions on eBay? It was fun watching some of the prices go.
What favorite song(s) would you think would translate into a cool or unique scent? Anything I've been listening to by Abney Park. A bunch of the new Blind Guardian. The new Within Temptation stuff would make good scents as well since it is story based music.
Interested in anything from the Beaver Moon Lunacy update?I snagged a bottle of the lunacy, looking forward to seeing how it smells! Lavender, honey, AND cheesecake could be a super win.
October 11th
What is your favorite kind of cookie? Oh man, SO MANY. Chocolate chip cookies drenched in milk, girl scout thin mints and peanut butter cookies, oreos pulled in half. White choc macademia nut cookies, oatmeal cookies...yes I am the cookie monster.
How do you feel about loose leaf tea in baggies? I mean, I have a TON of loose leaf, would it be okay if I send you samples in some zip lock baggies? Or is that something that would squick you out?Nah, I'd be okay with that as long as they are labeled.
October 5th
Are you musically inclined? Do you play an instrument or sing? If so, what? Sorta. I enjoy singing at my larps when I get the chance. I love filk and celtic, especially stuff by Heather Alexander. But I think I said that somewhere else...
October 3rd
Does anyone else like collector Barbies?No thanks, though I do looking at some of the customized old school my little ponies on deviant art. People have some some awesome work with those.
Would any witchees be interested inQuinn Popcorn? I totally have a popcorn addiction. Yes. Vermont maple and sea salt sounds awesome.
October 2nd
Who likes silly items from Archie McPhee???I'm more of a thinkgeek fan.
Nocturne Alchemy's NAlloween Pt. 2 update is live here! (And for a few days, last month's update too.) What do you want?I haven't tried any of the NA stuff but wouldn't mind some samples, no specifics in mind.
What are you drooling over from the Sock Dreams Halloween stuff?<3 armwarmers.
Luck charms?Usually anything that people gift me.
For those of you that like candles, do you like stuff from Yankee Candle? And if you had to choose, tarts or candles? Ihave a big Yankee flagship near me. I prefer candles and love Sage and citrus, Harvest, and lavender vanilla the best.
Is there a movie you want so badly that you don’t own now?How to tame your dragon.
Is there a song on Itunes that you haven’t downloaded yet? Don't think so.
Is there a rare book you’ve always wanted?Not that I know of though again, I love Grimm tales and Lewis Caroll.
October 1st
Is there anything you either didn't like or had never heard of that you're now curious to try thanks to the discussion in this thread? can't think of anything off the top of my head, but then I'm pretty sleepy.
Reveal? Up to you oh witch, but I would be happy to know who you are.
Would you be interested in the #occupywallstreet scent? Yup, just being good and not spending money atm.
Do Paintbox Soapworks' Goat's Milk Hand and Body Creams sound like something you'd like to try? I like lotions since my hands get dried out but I don't tend to buy them since I'm never sure how effective they will be.
September 30th
Witchee, would you like anything from this particular Haunt update? nah.
Who's interested in Halloween: Montreal?I'm hoping to be able to get my hands on a decant of it to try, though I'll likely wait for the first round of leftovers before I start looking.
You get a package in the mail containing 3 things you have really wanted more than anything else you've mentioned so far in this thread. (they are all reasonably priced of course! ~$20 or less apiece). What are they?
-Goodnight Poppet
-The Queen of spades sends her regards (though really I'd prefer the larger print size)
-A 6oz jar of pumpkin butter from Haus of Gloi in pumpkin eater or honeysuckle lemon curd.
how do you feel about hemp? jewelry, soap, etc? Since I work with theater I'm not a huge fan of it. Hemp splinters are not fun.
September 29th
What kind of purse do you prefer? Leather, cloth? over the shoulder or crossbody, or something that can do either? Do you like bold bright prints with fun things, or monochrome, solid colours? I love my soft leather purse, though it's less then 6 months old and already beat up. Poor purse.
Like commercial socks? There are non-commercial socks?
What kind of bear is best?I generally prefer a non-hoppy pumpkin beer or Fall woodchuck cider in th- oh wait you said bear. Teddy bears!
Is anyone interested in reading The Night Circus? sure, sounds neat!
Hershey's Pumpkin Spice kisses?yes please!
I have a not-so-secret love for The Broship of the Rings. Are there any prints from her store you'd like?Cute, but not my style.
Who here likes Stephanie Pui-Min Law's artwork? OOOOOO me.
Do you drink wine? Yes. Love me some cabernet, pinot noir, shiraz, merlot, reisling, moscata...I think you get the idea.
Is it just me who is nervous at revealing herself to her witchee, and finding out who her witch is?!Nah, this is all about fun and spoiling your witchee! I got along just fine with my sweet witchee from last round and we really didn't have a lot in common (as opposed to this round) so I'm looking forward to making new friends!
Witches, did you lament NOT getting one of the condom case/imp cases that got released with the courtesan series???Nope. I lurvs my Ninon perfume though!
I recently saw candy corn in non-candy corn flavors like CHOCOLATE and CARAMEL APPLE. It's not a fancy brand, I just saw it in the drugstore, but who here would like something like that? I love candy, but I'm not the biggest fan of candy corn so no thank you.
September 28th
JONES SODA CO has LE soda packs for The Guild, Buffy, D&D, So Cute, etc. Would you be interested in these, Witchee? Well I <3 the first three things...but I don't drink a ton of soda (usually root beer or a "gourmet" flavor when I do). But trying new things is always fun...
September 27th
What is something people are always surprised to learn about you? That I'm a larper/gamer and happy to admit it.
So who else watched Babylon 5? I have seen episodes of it certainly. I find the concept interesting, just never had a chance to sit down and simply watch it for long.
Is anyone else afraid of or creepy out by dummies/puppets/Muppets/etc? Other things you're squicked/freaked by that's best left by the wayside? I love muppets. Dolls/puppets/dummies all depend on how they are sculpted though they definitely have the capacity for creepiness.
what level of contact were you hoping for? I'm happy with any level of contact honestly. My lovely witch sent me some great correspondence in the beginning of the run (and shared some of her fav fantasy artwork with me- WOOO) and I definitely enjoy convoing with her. However if life happenings make it so that I don't hear from her until the end of the run, I am content to know she is lurking out there evilly plortting too...
Your favorite restaurant or type of food to eat out. Would you use a restaurant.com voucher? Groupon? The hubbo and I love the restaurants out where we live (so pretty much anything mid range in the Pioneer Valley. We try not to eat out TOO often because I enjoy cooking, but sometimes it's nice to go out for Chinese as Panda East, or hit Judy's, Hope and Olive, Mama Iguanas or a like joint for a "date" night.
Are there any local museums/attractions you keep never getting around to going to? I would love to go walk around Mystic again or go to Six flags while they are doing the Halloween stuff.
September 26th
Is there any kind of international candy you love or would like to try?Don't know of any.
What is something totally random (yes, that thing that just popped into your head) that hasn't been covered by any previous questions? Rawr?
Is there any cheesy/non-cheesy Canadian stuff you'd be interested in?Nah.
If you were to go here and create your very own chocolate bar, what might it have in it?Mmmm chocolate. I love chocolate in all it's combinations...
Is there anything you're wanting from LPMP? say what now?
say you stumbled into Camp Half Blood (or whatever the Roman camp ends up being named <bounces in anticipation>), which god claims you? Athena.
September 25th
Stuff you've been meaning to do: Sleep, clean the house, mow the lawn, practice archery, go running, work on my larp, make more masks, make some bread.
Would you be interested in regional jams, jellies, or other preserves? Yes!
Do you have any bedtime rituals? Is there any particular product you have to apply or a certain shirt you wear or an act you perform to get you in the "bedtime" mood? I like to put on Dorian or one of my other "nighttime" scents.
Are you interested in today's/any recent Tee Fury shirts?Nah
Princess Bride? Yay or nay?Yay!
What's your favorite classic fairytale, witches I love so many of them it's hard to say.
September 24th
how do you feel about ethical animal fiber, i.e. wool and the like? Considering my hobby...just fine.
What about little wee creatures for your desk or mantel? I like handmade things as I have stated.
Look down. What are you wearing, right now? My torc, a magenta v-neck teeshirt, and brown capris. No shoes.
Kerchiefs?Ew, my nose runes too much.
It's the weekend, and you find yourself without a single chore or responsibility for a few hours. Right this very moment, what's the one thing you would do if you could do anything? Sleep. Then read or play video games.
September 23rd
Is there anything you'd like from the Mütter Museum Store?Nope.
I just noticed that Cocoa Pink has 5 ml Perfume Atomizers. Yay or nay? Scents you would like? Scents you would NOT like?Nay.
what's your favorite kind of pizza?All of it. Except anchovies. Particularly gourmet pizzas.
who are your style/fashion icons? post pics if you want! I don't really have any.
Are there any food items you're craving/aren't able to find around your area? Irish sausage.
September 22nd
If you're interested in a handmade pouch/cover for an item you have (phones, tablets, books, keys, kettles...), what would your ideal pouch/cover have? Design, material, additional functionality/features like pockets or lights or secret hidey-holes?I like leather and things that light up!
Would you like a photo collage based around your interests/favorite colors/favorite themes?Sure!
If you're crafty, are you interested in spoonflower? And if so, what things there delight your eyes?Unfortunately I don't do much with printed fabric.
Colors! What are your favorite colors and what colors do you not like? Pictures and links, people!Erm, rich and warm colors with depth usually draw my attention quickly. I adore earth tones, particularly browns, ambers, and darker greens. I also like deep jewel tones in blue, purples, reds, and magentas.
What is your favorite word? Either Magma or Squigy. Also- NO.
What are the feelings on arm warmers? Color, style, texture, length? Heck yeah. to elbow, thumb hole, soft, and pretty much any of my favorite colors would be good. I wouldn't mind a rose and grey pair either.
Do you like tarts? tealights? jar candles? votives?Yes. been using jar candles a lot lately.
What's your favorite flavor? Sour, sweet, bitter, salty? Sweet and salty would be the two main contenders for my favorite.
So, are there any online gaming witchees who covet purchasable in-game items or other gamer-y stuff? (yup, geek question)Sadly, have fallen out of my WoW addiction- just don't have time for it anymore.
Anyone doing anything cool for Mabon (or the start of fall, if you aren't pagan?I worked at a Ren Faire this weekend. Does that count?
What is your favorite coffee blend at Starbucks? If you don't have one, what is your favorite roast of coffee?Their drinking chocolate is sinful. I'm rocking out pumpkin coffees right now. Anything dark roast is delightful.
September 21st
Cthulhu: yay or nay? I made a Cthulhu leather mask. Just sayin.
Is there something that you wish you could do, but you keep putting it off?Make more original mask designs. Also sleep.
Witchee, have you made (or are you planning to make) any Lab or Trading post orders soon? And if you did (or plan to), you should share what you're gettingYup. I run a decant circle for my close friends and have a halloween one about to go in. From BPTP I am getting Candied Pumpkin and Harvest Faire spray.
Do you have any interest in rocks? Not like, polished colorful stones.. but like... rocks. With geologic significance!Not shiny rocks? but I like shiny things...
If your witch were to knit you a scarf/shawl/cowl, which would you prefer, and what features would you want? Would you prefer something light and drape-y or thick and warm? What kind of colors would you prefer? Do you have any fiber allergies or preferences?Something to cover my arms while keeping them free. Thick, warm, and super soft in any kind of autumnal scheme would be lovely.
If you have a pet, could you please post a photo of it? I really need to see what your pet, if you have one, looks like.erm..I'll see what I can do at some point.
Do you like/own/wear/want fairy wings or something of the like? Did but never wore them. A goal of mine is to collaborate with an engineer hobbiest and make some leather and metal steampunk wings.
How do you feel about terrariums?Nah
What's your favorite horror movie? 13 ghosts or Rose Red.
If your witch was the practical type and wanted to include one or more of your everyday essentials, what would those include? I'm talking about the bath products, lotions, face lotions, teas, food, etc that you really use every day.I would honestly prefer non-essential things. Those I can get myself.
Jane Austen .. Yay or Nay?Nay
I put up quotes I love in my office and studio to get me going, They range from goofy to sarcastic to inspirational... Are you interested in a hand painted quote? Do you have one in mind, or a topic in mind? Sure! Inspiration is never a bad thing. Terry Pratchett has some good ones as does Alice in Wonderland.
Do you like period or period-styled paraphernalia? Stuff like postcards, notecards, jewelry, office supplies, what-have-you? I love the Medieval era. I also fell in love with much of the pre-history of Ireland.
If you like manga, comics, and/or graphic novels, what is it about them that you like, in general? The story, the art/style, etc? Usually it's the art and story that catch me. I lean towards webcomics like girlgenius, gunnerkrigg, OotS, megatokyo, earthsongsaga, and weregeek. I also kept up with phoenix requiem for a while.
If you could choose a Smack, what would it have in it? Vanilla, maple, and cheesecake.
if you could have a salon scent made, based on any artwork(s) what would it be?hmm I don't really know much fine art honestly.
Are you scientifically curious and/or process-oriented? Would you like a project-type gift that allowed you do do something like make soap from scratch, take and (nontoxic-ly) develop photographs using a pinhole camera, use plant dyes on yarn or fabric, etc.? that sounds fun! I love learning new things.
What's 'your' song/your theme song?Don't have one honestly. Maybe Defying Gravity from Wicked?
What would be your superpower?Time control so I can have more hours in the day to get stuff down and still sleep. Or flying. Or being able to talk to animals. Or telekensis. Or...well pretty much anything would be cool.
Witchee, would you like a gently used BPAL tshirt?Nah, I'm good without.
Do you like homemade snack mixes? I know Puppy Chow was mentioned in a previous question, but what about healthier and more natural type snacks like granola or trail mix? You can put a lot of delicious and fun things into trail mix, yeah? If you say "Sure, I'd love some!" what kinds of things do you like/not like in those kinds of snacks, ie coconut flakes, raisins, certain nuts (allergies??), candy, etc. Give us your list of DO's and DON'Ts! Sure! Healthy mixed with a little sweet is usually nice. No coconut please.
Do you like charm bracelets? If you had a bracelet, what sort of charms would you want on it? Favorite hobbies, symbols, whatever? I've never had one but I wouldn't mind. I would love ones that had meaning to me. An autumn leaf. A Shamrock or celtic knot. A bow. Dice. Any sort of charms for food. Sparkly stones.
September 20th
Would you like any ecotools makeup brushes? They're kinda one of my favorite things ever, and they're animal-friendly and the handles are bamboo. And to top it all off, they work really well for applying makeup. Nah I have enough makeup brushes.
Do you like Legos? Especially mini-fig key chains, Lego block keychains, small Lego sets, etc?Nope
Since the previous question about "what would you buy from the Lab if you had unlimited funds, etc" left WAY too much to the imagination with no limitations (my answer was pretty much BUY ALL THE THINGS!), what would you do if you found a $50 bill on the ground and a nagging voice in the back of your mind told you that you HAD to spend it on BPAL or else face Death. Also, say they had free shipping (LOL) so don't factor that in. What would you get? And spend it all! Or as close to $50 as you can get. Harvest Faire and/or a Salon imp pack.
Are there any characters that you love or identify with?Not particularly. I don't tend to identify or overly love TV/Book/Media people, but many of my family and friends are my heroes for the qualities they possess.
A question! If you are crafty, what's your personal art style? I'm not talking just about what art you like to look at, but what kind of art do you like creating? Do you have a "process" while you're creating beauty?I tend to go into crafting frenzies when inspiration strikes. Other times I can struggle with an idea for days until it just clicks. Yet other times, I'm able to work out a concept. Fortunately as I'm a mask maker it all works out.
Are there any Arcana Weenies that you MUST HAVE?Nope
So what say you? IS an "unexpected" visit/in-person witching OK?Hmm, that would be a bit odd. Perhaps a neutral place to get together for coffee or tea.
September 19th
What strange misc. items would you love to receive that you just haven't gotten for yourself?: Paint brush cleaner, ties or other gadgets to help keep cords coiled and neat, and graphite only pencils.
How do you feel about franken polish? Are you okay with all chemicals, or would you prefer 3 free? Would you want glitter or holographic glitter? What colors would interest you? I am super rough on my hands thanks to work and my hobby (if my nails are colored it's because of dyes and my laziness and putting on gloves- not fingernail polish). However every once in a while I like to pretend to be a girl and put a polish on. I like metallics and sparkly ones best when I do.
Dear witchee, how do you feel about lip balm? Favorite style (twist up tube, pot, tube with wand, etc.)? Favorite flavors? Flavors to avoid? Favorite brand? Do you need more right now or are you set? Are you one of those people who could never have enough lip balm even though you have a bowl on your dresser overflowing with them and 10 in your purse and an order for more on the way?Lip balm (good stuff) is a necessity for New England falls and winters. My big problem is that I always lose my lip balm before I even get close to using it all up (so nothing super expensive please!) I like pots for super moisturizing ones (when my lips are in bad shape cause I lost my last balm) and twist tubes for everyday moisture (until they disappear into the ether- I swear gnomes steal them! Just like my sunglasses). I'm pretty easy going on glavors- just not cherry!
Would you be interested in getting fountain pen inks or art supplies via JetPens and or DickBlick? (I know I have a wishlist on JetPens and just love using fountain pens in my artwork) I have lousy handwriting so unless it came with a tutorial on how to improve my writing it would be wasted.
-For those interested in watercolors, how would you feel about getting a palette filled with paint from my watercolor tubes but not getting the paint tube itself? (kind of like this but without the covers for the compartments and bigger http://www.flickr.co.../in/photostream) I do not watercolor but any sort of shimmery color acrylic (needs to be flexible) paint would get love and possibly have me making traditional "fairy style" masks for once...
-How do you feel about getting art supplies in general? (copic markers, watercolor, brushes, paint, sketchbooks etc.) I could definitely use some new thin paintbrushes- mine are pretty beat up at this point. In general it if can be used for leatherworking I would be all about it. Mind you- small beads and charms do fall into that category as well. The other big thing I want to start playing with is trying some of the fieblings dye colors aside from black and ox blood...
-How do you feel about Threadless tshirts?Cute, but not really designs I would wear a lot.
If you were turned loose in a basic drug store (CVS, Walgreens - a pharmacy with attached mini-mart, basically!) with a $20 bill, what would you pick up? Allergy drugs or Advil. Exciting huh?
Darling Witchee, would you enjoy farmer's market pickled veggies (green beans, garlic, asparagus, etc) or fresh canned peaches or something of that nature? The hubbo is not a huge pickled-anything fan but I LOVE trying new things and haven't really gotten a chance to experiment with pickling ever so yes I would. Fresh canned anything or butters/jams would also be love.
Do you prefer color or white photographs? Nature or abstract? Color and nature. Macro pics (closeups) are neat.
would you be interested in something like this?
https://lostcrates.com/how-it-works Could be neat.
Amigurumi, yes or no?Depends on the style. Soft and/or super cute amigurumi (LotR, Link, animals, cthulhu...anything within my interest spectrum really) would all be loved. I have a Cthulhu from my last SW Witch and a half-dark elf amigurumi that live in my craft room currently.
I have a question! What are some of your favorite paintings? (famous or undiscovered?) Feel free to link to examples!um...I've never really gotten into fine art on a knowing names sort of level (much like my inability to name actors/movies/bands etc). I like Stephanie Law's art and am slowly trying to decorate my house with her work...
If you could have an image painted for you - sky is the limit - what would it be? Oh my. Um. I would love a well-done picture that represents the game world of my larp or even just the name (Tales of Valor) done up fancy with pretty backgrounding...sad but true.
Name your 3 favorite scents for candles I adore Yankee Candles Sage and citrus and Lavender Vanilla all year round, and their Harvest candle in the fall. I also like a bunch more but it only asks for the 3 favorites.
Name your 3 favorite types/flavors of tea Red tea, Honeybush, and Black Tea with Vanilla. As a side note, I adore all things Wonderland and the loose leaf Mad Tea Party blend with it's adorable tin would definitely find a loving home in my house.
September 18th
Do you wear t-shirts? Are there particular things you like on them? Would you like one designed by your Witch? And, if you don't mind saying, what size t-shirt do you wear? Yup. Any larp or gaming related humor is usually good (Lightning bolt man is a friend of mine AND plays at the LARP I run actually). I tend to a large in t-shirts.
How do you feel about pumpkin scented things? Not perfume related, but soap, candles, etc....Yup, love the smell of pumpkin.
Has anyone else heard of or does anyone else love Glamourkin? Pretty, and I love fairytales, but a bit more "busy" then I like my jewelry to be.
If you had an international witch, is there anything you would like from the UK? (Or Australia, Belgium, France any other country we have witches from. Sure, but no clue what!
Dear witchee, if you answered 'Mac' to the Mac/PC question previously issued by another participant, please tell me what kind of computer you have, what peripherals you own (like the wireless trackpad, wireless vs/wired keyboard and mouse), and whether you're interested in Apple-related items (stickers, keychains, other things with the logo, etc). I have a PC not a MAC.
SOCK PREFERENCES?
Would you like/wear a pair of these? http://www.ravelry.c...rary/yoga-socks If so, what color? Eeewwww things between your toes!
Is there anyone here who likes toe socks? You know, those socks with a place for each toe? Ewww things between your toes!
September 17th
Are you looking for a certain kind of DVDs to spruce up your collection right now? I never did pick up "How to Tame your Dragon"...
Does anyone like postcards? Is anyone willing to be a Nacho witch for postcards? I'm not a huge physical card/postcard sorta person.
Anyone going to see any good concerts this fall? I wish!
Do you like Star Trek? Original TV series, films, spinoff series, etc? Favorite characters? Nah, liked the new movie but nothing beyond that.
Witchee, would you like a framed photograph and of what? Nature holds more then enough beauty for me. Were I to get a photo I would want it to be of something in nature.
September 16th
Are you more prone to order out or cook at home? Would you be interested in cookbooks, kitchen utensils, and the like? If so, anything specific? I love to cook at home and fun kitchen things or cookbooks (I tend to rely on allrecipes as I like the review system to see what really works and what doesn't but they don't tend to have recipes for odder things) would be fabu.
New question: How do you feel about maple syrup? LOVE (and maple sugar).
How do people feel about little pocket shrines, maybe something inspirational/motivational to keep in their purses/backpacks/whatever? (Like these: http://www.art-shrin...cketshrines.htm) My pocketbook is pretty cluttered as is...
Do you like Star Wars? Original Trilogy? Prequels? Spin-offs? Favorite characters?Not enough to go all fangrrl on them, though I do think it's a brilliant series/world and love the design and special effects that went into them.
Do you like beef jerkey, I know some may be vegatarian, but where I live beef is a staple and beef jerkey abounds. If so do you it really thin, hard and crunchy or thicker and softer. (OK that borders on obscene)- Sure, it's a staple for larping, though I don't think I ever ate enough to develop and opinion on consistency.
Also do you like or racier ecards from time to time and do you need to be warned if something may be not safe to open at work.I'm not a "racy" ecards sorta girl and would appreciate a warning if something was nsfw.
Doctor Who? Yay or nay? (please don't make me cry by saying nay. I have a couple spare Doctor Who stickers. If my witchee is a fan, would they like a couple Doctor Who stickers in their package?I can't say that I ever got into Doctor Who (though I tried!). I think if I actually got a chance to sit down and watch it seriously I might be able to get more into it.
Anyone love Buffy/Angel? I'm actually slowly working my way through the Buffy serious from the beginning. I think I'm on episode 9. So I wouldn't say I love it, but I'm enjoying the corny newness of it thus far.
How would you feel about gummies? Like, gummy bears? Gummy werewolves? Gummy vampires? I love gummies!
How would you feel about a totally original Gela-skin for your laptop/iPod/phone? Stickers? Decals?
I can't say I have anything awesome like an ipod or phone and my laptop is pretty beat up at this point...
Since this is a Halloween round, what's your Creepy threshold? Are you a cartoon bats and smily pumpkins person or a skulls-and-bones the-dead-are-rising kind of person? Are your fairytales dark or Disney? I swing both ways, though really I tend to reach for fairytales dark then disney more often.
Are your ears pierced, Witchee? Do you have any other piercings? Would you like to receive any items of jewelry for these piercings? No, but I love ear cuffs and would gladly love more.
How do you all feel about Whoopie Pies?
Mmmmm. I've always wanted to try them vs macaroons...
Sept 15th
interested in anything from Lush?
The Dream Cream looks like it would be perfect to help my skin transition to winter dryness...
Do you blog? Would you like a header for your blog, a layout, etc? I don't, but I DO have an etsy store (Lookingglassleather) and would definitely love a cool banner for the top.
Would you be interested in a handmade bookmark? Well, I tend to use my nook nowadays for my reading, but old habits die hard and I'm a sucker for cool bookmarkers.
do you like chex puppy chow or muddie buddies (ingredients: semi-sweet chocolate chips, PB, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, chex cereal)? would you want to get some from your witch / nacho witch? Heck yeah.
How would you feel about receiving a Groupon deal for something in your local area? If there is anything you WOULDN'T like, mention that also. I'm not a huge Groupon person.
do you like real sugar skulls? Things with sugar skull designs? I actually learned a bit about sugar skulls thanks to a forum member! I was part of the fall art swap last year and ended up making a sugar skull mask for Cuervosueno. And since I like knowing at least something about the subject I'm trying to depict I ended up reading up on them. I think it's a neat tradition though I can't say I've ever felt the yearning to collect them.
Who here adores meringue? Sure!
Sept 14th
Can you sum yourself (whether it be personality, life's goals, ethics, whatever) in 10 words or less? I am a creative, goal oriented lover of nature.
How about little bottles of booze? Ya wanna? What kind? I wouldn't wanna get anyone in trouble.
What are your views on fudge and brownies? (Also, if you live in a warm place, where the fudge might melt, that'd be helpful to know. Or, if you're diabetic and fudge is death, that'd be useful to know, too.) NOM is the word that I think best sums up my views on the matter.
Also, what about mochi? Love it, hate it, baffled by it? Baffled, but always willing to try something new!
Anything from the update ya'll are liking? BPTP UPDATE
I would love to try a small amount of the hair gloss...also lusting after some of the Honey Pumpkin Stout Bath Oil...
Does anyone like kimchi? Not sure what it is but again, always willing to try it.
Would you be interested in a sample box(from somewhere like Birchbox or loosebutton)? Can't say I'm super interested in it...
You have to place a Lab and Trading Post order. Right fuckin' now. No spending limits. What do you buy?Unicorn Horn pack III, The Changeling, The Gorobble, and all of the Salon imp packs, BPTP Harvest Festival, Honey Pumpkin Stout Bath Oil, Candied Pumpkin, and Hair Gloss in Frankincense Clove, Honey, or Fig and White Sandalwood.
Paintbox Soapworks - anything you're interested in, in general or from the latest update?Don't tend to use bar soaps or scrubs- though Paintboxes are adorable...
Do you guys have any sports that you follow obsessively? How about favorite teams and/or athletes Not really. I root for the New England teams cause my boy watches 'em so much!
How do you feel about notebooks/journals/stationery? Anything you need or particularly like?"Old" looking notebooks/journals are great for larping but I don't tend to use them outside that.
Does confetti/glitter make you angry or fill you with glee? I like sparkly things. Confetti however gets all over my floor.
Fabulous witches and witchees, perhaps you all could note of you've received MeiLin's goodies? Or if you want?Not sure what this question is...
How do you feel about stuffed animals/plushies/general soft, cuddly things? If you like them, what kind of animals would you be interested in? I love teddy bears that are super soft and have personality in their form or expression. I sleep with a big ol' alpaca fur bear (since it helps open up my breathing at night and is way cuter then a pillow).
how interested would you be on somewhat personalized bottle cap labels? Like these that I did? Can't say I would need em, but I like handcrafted stuff!
When you're miserably sick (*sniffle, cough!*) what are the things that comfort you the most? Tea, honey, soft blankets, and laying on the couch.
What constitutes ultimate luxury to you? (go crazy!) Sitting down and reading or playing video games. My hubbo and I are really busy people so the chance to just relax is a luxury. I don't know the meaning of the word bored anymore...
What do you really NOT want? Little kitchy plastic things. I appreciate the thought, but let for things to have a use...
Sept 13th
How would you feel about kitchen towels and other similar household objects, if they are pretty or a souvenir? sure! We do a lot of cooking...
How did you dress up for your last party or compulsory-formal-dress occasion? In a wedding dress. No really.
Do you enjoy puzzles/riddles? (Cryptograms, Sudoku, Crossword, Jigsaw, etc) I have fun with Sudoku but I'm SO BAD at puzzles in general!
Witchee, would you be interested in having a special tea cup/coffee mug/glass to drink out of? I adore handthrown pottery and mugs, particularly with pretty glazes.
Sept 12th
Would you like to receive e-books? And if so, in what format?I have a nook color and LOVE IT.
If you have kids, would you be interested in getting things for them? And if so, what are they interested and what sizes are the wearing now? I don't have children.
Would you be interested in a felted handbag? Do any of these styles appeal to you? http://tinyurl.com/3o2epzl (there's at least one guy-friendly style, too!)The satchel or gathered bag style would be cute...
Are there are patterns, motifs, etc that you especially like?Celtic Knotwork, Irish or primal motifs, Leaves vines or branches, wood grain, fleur de lis.
If you're a tea drinker, is there any specific tea you would like to receive, not just the kind/flavor but also the type/packing--i.e., tea bags, loose tea, compressed, etc? I love Red Tea straight up, Most Black Tea, Green Tea ideally with Ginger), as well as Honeybush.
Continuation of my note analysis. When I first got into Bpal, I looked for scents with leather, lilac, and lavender before anything else as I hadn't ever really been into perfumes (only scented candles) and those were the only scents that I knew I liked for sure. Plus it was spring and none of my favorite types of scents (Fall) were readily available or easy to find in GC (Jack was the only one I saw that screamed Autumn to me) and spring has always been lilac season in my mind.
I knew lilac was going to be a tricky one for me, because I actually get headaches from artificial lilac scents. I love fresh lilac because growing up, we had three bushes of them on the side of our yard. I loved it when they blossomed in the early spring and I could smell their heady scent. Artificial lilac always seemed too sharp however and I was a bit skeptical that the lab's lilac note might not also be too sharp. The quality of the lab's lilac note seems to be fairly consistent as a fresh high floral but is very influenced by the notes paired with it. Leather seems to calm down the sharpness, whereas other florals often overwhelm the sweetness, only leaving it's high pitch. Granted I AM biased against those combinations with it seeing as how I don't like most florals...
Dragon's Eye was the first lilac blend that actually got my attention- but Dragon's Blood is a dangerous note for me and it still wasn't perfect. Shortly thereafter I tried Bensiabel and it has since filled my need for lilac. I stumble upon more failures then success with lilac since I'm naturally drawn towards the darker scents but I wouldn't mind finding one more light spring/summer scent with lilac as a prominent note.
My favorite blends with lilac in them thus far: Bensiabel
Blends that I liked but the lilac wasn't prominent: Crowley
Blends that were horrible on me: Ouija, Lysander, Nocturne, Pontarlier, Violet Ray, Marcilla
Blends that I would like to try: Because lilac is so often placed in heavy floral blends I have to be wary of it. Eros, Himerus, Jingu, Sailor Den, Fox fires, Needlework, and Admiration are all scents that I would like to try at some point.
*- Signifies ones I tried.
Lab's lilac blends: (GC)Bensiabel*, Blood Countess, Cordelia*, Dragon's Eye*, Eros, Himerus, L'examen de Minuit, Les Fleurs du Mal, Lysander*, Nocturne*, Ouija*, Pontarlier*, Veil*, Villan, Viola, Violet Ray*, White Chapel
(LE) Ashlultum, Bad Luck Woman Blues, Bruja, Cancer, Crowley*, Famine, Fox Fires on New Years Eve (III), His Station and Four Aces, Jingu, L'Heure Verte, Maltese Cross of Sanctus Germanus*, Marcilla*, Melancholia (II), Needlework, Nightthoughts, Penis Admiration, Purple Phoenix, Rose Moon, Sailor's Den (II), Silenti, Spectre, Spirit of the Komachi Cherry Tree (III)*, Victoriana.Goth, Virahotkantita, White Moon
So many scents to try! With the Yules going like along with the first of the Last Unicorn I'm going to have to chain my wallet to me to keep it from running away.
My thoughts:
Beaver Moon '10- I will be splitting a bottle of this with a local friend. I'm hoping for more of '05 then '07 with it. I haven't tried any due to anything older then '06 usually not working on me, and '07 being more cherry then strawberry. I have high hopes for some lovely cheesecakey goodness and another great bedtime scent as that is what I use most foody blends for.
Looks like I'll be getting to try a fair number of the blends I want from this update with running a decant circle for my local friends. Below are the scents I will need to keep an eye out once second hand decants start hitting the forums...
Autumn and Winter
Chanukkiyah 2010
Gelt 2010
Haloa 2010
Jacob's Ladder 2010
Lick It Vigorously
Midnight Mass 2010
A Golden Idol
A World of Fools
Christmas Eve in the Counting House
Incessant Torture of Remorse
Mr. Fezziwig's Ball
A Game Called Yes and No
Arachne of Lydia
Autumn Moon of the Mirror Stand
Banshee Beat
Black Lace
Blue Pumpkin Floss
Boadicea
Champagne and Opium
Champagne and Party Hats
Chaos Theory VI: Vanilla
Cheshire Moon
Chrysanthemum Moon
Clockwork Couture: Female
Copper Phoenix
Dark Chocolate, Lime, and Chocolate Mint
Door
Dorian
Falling Leaf Moon
Fledgling Raptor Moon
Flowering Chrysanthemums
Ginger Skulls
Gingerbread Poppet
Gun Moll
Gypsy
Harlequin and Columbine
Holly King v6
I Fell In Love with a Floating Brain
Kypris
Lambs-Wool 2010
L'Autunno
Lilith Victoria
Liz
Lotus Moon
Marshmallow Pumpkin
Mictecacihuatl
Monarch
Pumpkin Latte
Punkie Night 2010
Queen of Clubs
Raven Moon
Red Lace
Red Lantern 2011
Saint-Germain
Samhain 2009
Sleeping Nymphs and Satyrs
Spanked Revisited
Strawberry Moon (09)
Sunbird
The Arabian Dance
The Antikythera Mechanism
The Second of Three Spirits
Upa Upa
Ushi
Wood Phoenix
Velvet Bandito
Favorites
10/21/10
What are you most interested in from the Yule update? Oh boy there are SOOOO many awesome looking scents. I made a little blog entry to help me clarify my thoughts on which ones I want to try the most. But frankly I wouldn't mind decants of all of them (barring the heavy florals).
10/20/10
If you were my witchee, would you want to receive Confessions of a Jane Austen Addict, or wouldn't that be your cup of classics? I wouldn't mind reading Pride, Prejudice, and Zombies but I can't say I've ever read an austen.
Would you like some homemade snack mix? I like food!
Knitterly Witchees, would you like a yarn bowl? Not a knitterly witchee as you might have guessed by now.
10/18/10
So....let's say that you're my witchee, and you have an affinity for widgets. Let's also pretend that I sent you one of these widgets, but in a form that has a very special personal significance to me. Would you find that to be touching (in a "Yay, now I'll always use this and think of my witch!" way) or tacky (in a "My witch is making this all about her!" way)? Sure! But I don't know what widgets are...
Have you had a chance to try Halloweenies? If so, which ones are you really really in love with this year? Ginger Skulls was amazing. Punkie night was also good. I am hoping to find a partial of Calaveras but I don't plan on ordering a bottle with the Yules now out...
Pocket shrines! Would you like one, made for a particular obsession of yours? um, not really, I have enough things I jam in my pockets.
10/14/10
Do you prefer scented or unscented lotions/moisturizers?I just picked up a big thing of unscented Shea butter lotion to try combining with with Bpal scents...
10/13/10
Today I got one of the Starbucks Halloween Bearista Bears - it's dressed like a werewolf! Is this something witchees might like? Sure, sounds adorable.
Are you interested in Halloween costumes for your pet(s)? While an amusing thought I don't think they would last long.
10/12/10
Would you want your witch to reveal herself? How? I would love to know who my witch is!
10/9/10
I came home with some Dungeon Crawl and some Bedbugs yesterday. If you were my witchee, would you want some of either/both? As an ardent gamer- YES. However I understand it's hard to get ahold of exclusives.
10/7/10
Did you forget anything fun/interesting or find something new and exciting? I'm not really sure what this question is asking??
10/5/10
Would you like to receive international magazines, even if you don't speak the language it's written in, just to ogle the pictures or for the novelty of it? If yes, what kind of magazines, or what magazines in particular? Not really.
would you have interest in any of the new Christmas stuff from Lush? See all previous other etailer answers.
Oh, witchee-poo... if there was one bottle you could have from the NYCC exclusives, what would it be? I would love to find a Bedbug but that's about it.
If you were my witchee, would you mind a gift certificate where you'd have to do it old school style and mail it in with your order form? I prefer electronic.
10/4/10
Do you have a preferred weight of yarn to work in? Lace, sock, worsted, bulky, handspun with variation?
Anyone like little seasonal decorative wreaths? Like gravevine wreaths embellished with silk flora, etc.?
Do any witchees need a Snuggie? Not really interested in any of the above.
10/01/10
So, who here loves pomegranates? Are the good as a fruit, a flavoring or just a scent? I love the fruit and I love the note- though I have to be careful as it often is too grapey for me in perfume (only Swank and the new Pom's have been true to pom and not grape on me from the bpal blends).
9/30/10
how are all the witchees fixed for purses--lunchbags, etc?I could use a fun handbag as I own none.
Now, I have a question for you. About notes. Which are your favourite ones? Do you have a kind of "note top ten?" Anything that works particularly well on you? Do you have a perfume category (foody, floral, aquatic, musky) that you favour? And are there any notes you have never tried, but think would work well on you? I have a favorite note list in my wishlist so I'm not gonna try to break it down again here. My top go to scents right now are: Samhain/Falling Leaf Moon, Ginger skulls, Punkie night/Lambs Wool, and Pumpkin Latte/Blue Pumpkin Floss.
Would you like a sugar skull decorated by your witch? Or do you like sugar skull stuff in general?Sure!
9/29/10
Is there one scent that is your goto for comfort on a bad stressful day? Like the perfume equivalent of a security blankie? No but I could use one right now...
What are you going to be for Halloween? Working.
Is there something just super random you like/enjoy/want/are ogling that has not been and will not be covered by any other questions, because it's just that WEIRD? Sadly been too busy for oogling.
9/25/10
If you could make a scent that represents where you live (or have lived), what would be the ingredients? Autumn leaves, crisp fall air, earth and woods with the hint of gingerbread cookies...
Are you in need of Roller bottles or anything of the like? I like the glass rod caps but I should be good on them for a while still.
9/24/10
Just curious, but if your witch was to make an amigurumi critter (or other plushie) just for you, what would it be? Pretty much anything would be awesome though this little guy is just priceless (Yay Link!)
Would you want a local/tourist item from your witch? Like a t-shirt, mug or shot glass? Sure!
Okay, who wants NAlloween and some Vampire Apothecary goodness?? No clue what that is.
Venomous Villains? Same
Last Unicorn? Ha! Well since I posted the question...Actually I would love to see the notes on the bottles, but it is about 80% likely I will be picking up a sample set reagrdless...
Who is your fav Disney Villian/villianess? How about hero/herione? (doesn't have to be specifically Disney though) Villian- Maleficant has always been a fav. Heroine- I actually <3 a lot of the Disney characters. Mulan, Belle, Megara, Simba, and Hercules to name a few of my favs...
9/23/10
Do you collect stones/rocks? I'm talking like "semi" precious stones, ie moonstone, bloodstone, quartz ect. Are there any that you're looking for at the moment? Are you in need of a stone but don't know which kind? I don't collect them per say mostly because I don't know what to do with them other then put them on a shelf to collect dust. I'm a pretty big fan of amber (I'ld love to get my hands on some blue amber) and blue goldstone.
What's your favorite Halloween Music? Midnight Syndicate has some great stuff.
9/22/10
Do you have a deviantart print wishlist or favourites list?Yup. Deviantart is under wyldharrt. Though I didn't think about prints from there...
Is there anything from Blooddrop that you want to try? GC? Halloween update? Why must this be asked for every company? Can any of them really compare to BPal? Actually I kinda wonder how the other companies DO compare to bpal. Is there a comparison thread somewhere?
What kind of shoes do you need/want? What size shoes do you wear? Would you mind gently used shoes? I'm not a huge shoe fan. I wear what is comfy and gets the job done.
Do you like paper dolls (new or vintage) or coloring in books? Not super duper.
Do you like weird scary things as traditionally girly fashion items like heels and handbags? Yeah, I think that answer is obvious by now. Though I'll admit I could use a cool handbag/purse for those rare occasions I am forced to something besides cargo pants...
What song is on heavy rotation for you right now? The new Blind Guardian Album! Woot!
Are you coveting any of the NYCC atmospheric sprays? Um. no.
If you could get any one thing hand-painted from your witch, what would it be and what would be on it? Anything hand painted is ftw!
Would you (assumin' you're a yarnie) be interested in a naturally-dyed yarn that's designed to very gradually fade with washing? Not really a yarnie but that sounds like it would be cool for a yarnie.
If you have played before, what are some of the most memorable things you've gotten? What really made you go WOW? If you haven't played, same thing, but not limited to SW. Honestly? Simple thought and care put into a package is all I think is needed to make anyone go WOW. The fact that someone is specifically looking for ways to brighten your day, who isn't obligated to in any way besides an agreement to do so, is enough.
9/21/10
Do you like garlic? Do you REALLY like garlic? Would you want to try some really unusual garlic stuff, like garlic cheese or garlic fudge or garlic chocolate, etc., etc., etc.? Now I like garlic. A LOT. However I'm not really sure I could do garlic AND chocolate. Cheese sounds like a safer combo...
Can I talk to you about the living dead? How do you feel about Zombies? Are YOU prepared for the zombie apocalypse? Because I am. Well depending on what KIND of zombies involved. I do work in a high density area. On the other hand I have good resources for safety and food sources. Overall I'd give my survival chances a B+. Also Zombieland ROCKS. And World War Z. And doing Zombie makeup (liquid latex + tissue + airbrush makeuo= AWESOME Zombies!) Erm I have mentioned I'm a larper and kinda weird right?
9/20/10
If you happened to be my Witchee, is there something you'd like from the Arcana Halloween update? Is it just me or are there a lot of questions like this.
How many bottles of BPAL do you have? Oh I counted the other day. But now I've forgotten... maybe 25? 30?
Is there any exercise program that you're interesting in learning? Meditation, Yoga, Pilates, Belly Dancing, Zumba ect? Or if you do any of these (or anything else sport related) are there any things you need/want? Candles, music, mats, water bottles ect? Well it's not exercise but I wouldn't mind learning to spin poi.
Anyone else into Emily Autumn? Ack who?
What's on your walls? Please show us up to three paintings/posters/whatever. If you love a painting so much that you would steal (to watch it with your greedy eyes) one, please share. I have a lovely glass greenman, and a watercolor painting of our various fey races from one of my larp players that I cherish. And my masks. Definitely need new artwork for the house though.
do you like Girl Scout cookies? What kind? Oooo thin mints and the peanut butter ones and another kind that i always forget.
What's your take on homemade apple butter? Want some? OMG yes. >.>
9/19/10
Do you read/like fantasy? What kind of books or authors do you love? Which one would you like to read? Would you like gifts related to it?Yes, my fav authors are in my ?aire.
Soaps : do you like them? What brands? What scents? Anything you're dying to try? I use liquid body soap usually though I started using a wash puff (or whatever those are called) so bath jellies or such would be kinda cool to try.
I wondered if my witch or any witch would enjoy things like nice pens to draw with or anything similar? Nice painting brushes (fine tipped are best) are always welcome.
For those who are yarnies, would you like other-than-yarn witchery? Hooks, needles? Preference of material? Do you use/would you like handmade stitch markers, etc.? I got nothing on this one.
Does anyone do altered books? Would you be interested in old books to alter? Any type or title in particular? I wouldn't mind modemade paper/small handmade books for my larp but not really sure what "altered" books are...
Did someone ask about incense yet? Would you like some? Something to store or burn it in? What scents? What form? I've been trying to get into charcoal burning with incense but I can't see to find a good charcoal.
Any oddball free things you collect or would want saved for you? Actually I collect coke codes for redemption since the SO drinks so much diet coke...
9/18/10
Who likes hair toys, and if so what kind? I like hair sticks, metal hair wraps, and leather stick barrettes.
Does any art we may send need to be child safe, either in the actually safe sense or the non X rated sense? Nope.
In the knitted/crocheted things area, would you want wrist warmers, 1/2 gloves, a neck warmer(the kind that pretty much just goes around your neck and maybe fastens instead of being long and loose like a scarf), slippers, or hats?As stated before I love fingerless hand/wrist warmers the most- but anything is welcome.
How do you feel about altered/recycled/upcycled items of clothing or accessories? Go for it.
Is there anything you want from the Violette Market update?I think at this point you know what my answer is gonna be.
What is your favourite habitat and climate to live in? How about to visit? (ie. forest, canyons, mountains, by the beach; temperate, tropical...) Forest. Again probably pretty clear at this point.
What do you wish you could make/craft if you had the know-how and supplies? Specifically, which particular items? Sturdy natural feathers, small antlers/horns, large metal cogs/wheels, or anything that could be incorporated into a mask or leather working project would be lovely.
Is there anything you would like from Conjure Oils general catalogue or the new updates that isn't already on your wishlist? Same reply as for the others.
Am I alone in this, or is there a Book Fair/Comic Con scent you're dying to get your paws on, too? Dungeon Crawl!
Anyone need address/phone type books?Nope.
9/17/10
Are there any particular movies, tv shows or cd’s that you’ve been meaning to buy for years but just never got round to getting? Would you mind a gently used dvd/cd if your witch had it or could get it?? not really
Is there anything from the Possets' Hallowe'en update you're lusting after?I try to stick to BPal only for my wallets sake.
Would you like a custom/altered toy either from a seller or from your witch (like My Little Pony, or a Barbie or any particular toy that can be changed?) I custom MLP would be cute. Not really interested in the others.
Do you like the candy apple, candy corn or pumpkin spice kisses?No Candy corn please (I think it's the only halloween candy I really don't like). Pumpkin spice kisses sound awesome though I've never had one.
Which web comics do you enjoy? My fav is Girlgenius and OOTS. I love the art of Seraph-inn, Earthsongsaga, and Lackadaisycats. Weregeek is awesome for it's sheer amusement factor. Gunnerkrigg and Zombiehunters are also fun.
9/16/10
If I were to knit a scarf, would you prefer a skinny one, or a wide one? A short one, that when wrapped once around your neck will just tuck under your jacket, or a long one, at least to your waist? I like longer scarves.
Don't like scarves? Would a rectangular shawl or triangular shawl be more to your taste? I'm pretty easy going to anything works.
How do you feel about recipes? I love cooking, but have to use recipes cause I'm horrible at remembering how to cook things. Recipes rock!
What kind of a cook/baker are you? I've been doing the main cooking in our house for over two years now. I love having friends over so I can feed them. I love finding new recipes with new flavors or dinner ideas (tried a black bean burrito recipe last night that was awesome!)My food normally get compliments so I would say I am decent enough (even if I do have to use recipes!)
Are you happiest calling for delivery or microwaving a lean cuisine, Or will Food Network be asking you to host their new program? We try to cook dinner as much as possible (which is most days). On the other hand I don't really get creative on my own (though I am REALLY good at hunting down tasty recipes).
If I send you something home made would you like the reciepe for it? Oh yes please!
If you are someone who doesn't want baked goods sent, would you like a collection of some of my favorite recipes? Certainly!
How about home made mixes or kits? Kind of like the cookie in a jar thing, where you would need to add the perishable ingredients? Lovely!
if you are a tea lover, what are your flavor preferences? Green? Black? Herbal (I know, technically those are NOT teas, but tisanes)? Flavored blacks/greens? I love Rooibos (red) tea the best. Green and Black (esp Black vanilla chai mixes) are lovely too. I don't like floral teas. I would love to try some of the higher quality Red tea!
9/15/10
How do you feek about silly, funny knick-knack, dollar store stuff, stickers, magnets etc? Would you like receiving that kind of stuff or rather not? Erm, no thank you I have a cluttered house already!
Is there a specific book you've been wanting to get but haven't found the time or the opportunity to? yes, too many to list sadly. I think some are in my ?aire.
Do you read mangas/watch animes? Which ones? Do you have a particular favourite? Would you like to receive managas or anything related to them? I like anime (surprised huh?) though I'm not super educated about it since I don't have a lot of free time to watch TV. I wouldn't mind reading manga- the artwork is often so beautiful! I enjoyed Evangelion, Wolf's rain, Fushigi Yugi, Utena (was my first one!) and anything by Miyazaki.
Are you open to receiving things that are not on your wishlist, maybe something your Witch thinks you might like? Sure!
If you have something on a wishlist that we could craft INSTEAD of buying, though it might not end up identical to the wishlist thing, would it be okay to craft it instead? Obviously we don't want to copy anyone else's design, but if we can replicate the flavour or intent that you like without stepping on toes? Sure!
OK, I know that lots of folks love socks. Do you have a preference of length? Materials? Patterns? Soft and comfy. No toe socks please.
How do people feel about word magnets as long as they are fun ones
If you could have any costume, or if you aren't into costumes, necklace or other accessory, from any movie character, what would it be? All the armor and costuming from any of the medieval/fantasy movies. Esp lord of the rings. Oh or Hellboy 2!
How do you feel about samples/decants of things other than BPAL? Soap slices, lotion/scrub/shower gel decants, single use make-up/beauty products, etc.I would try em maybe. Except for shower bombs gel/jellies and massage bars I can't say I'm super interested in other stuff (okay maybe body creams).
What are you guys going to be aiming for in the Inquisition? Or do you just plan on ordering individual items? Part of me wishes I could afford to do a full Inquisition and I would send in a poem to try to influence them. But I really can't afford the $60 for it, and I don't really use bath oil. Out of the scents, there are only two I don't want (bats and meilsomethingorother) to try so gonna have to find a way to get my hands on the others in enough time to order a bottle if I fall in love...
9/14/10
Chocolate or other types of candy? I love chocolate. It's all about self-discipline and not gorging yourself when you get something tasty...silly willpower.
For tea drinkers, do you prefer loose leaf or tea bags? tea bags are easier for me to use at work though I have bags to put loose tea in. That wasn't very helpful was it?
If you would enjoy something of a knitted persuasion, do you have a preference on type of thing? Since making a scarf for someone who has 10 might be a smidge excessive? Also, how do people feel about shawls? I wouldn't mind getting something knitted since I'm not a knitter myself.
Is there a TV, movie or literary character that you are a lot alike, or would like to be alike?Not that I've actively thought about. I prefer characters who start off flawed and then, through character growth, become better people. Take that as you will.
Is there anything you need for your kitchen, ie measuring cups, spoons, grater, ect? As I put in my ?aire, I don't have a rolling pin which would be nice to have. I almost never say no to kitchen gadgets...
Music, DO you prefer Live or Studio? Edited or explicit? Unedited but otherwise don't care.
If you are an animal lover, is there a specific type/breed that you love most? Not especially, I love them all. My first cat was half Siamese, and my current two are mongrel (long haired grey and white) and torte.
Also flowers and plants- If you like flowers/plants, do you have a favorite(s)? I LOVE lilacs. I'm also now smitten with carnations and mums due to their scents. I'm also pretty big into columbines cause I just discovered them this year and they can grow in my yard! I'ld love to find some more pretty flowers that can grow in the shade...
Do you have a favorite quotation? Song lyric? Book passage
WhateverthehecktheycalltheanonymousregionalwisdomthingiePROVERB! that word. It's a poem actually, written by a friend, called Warrior Poet. I'll post it in my blog when I can hunt down the words...
What is a bpal scent that you've been dying to try for awhile but just can't find? (A scent where even a tester would do) Holly King
Let's say, hypothetically speaking, that you have some children/spawn (1 or more), and, hypothetically speaking, your witch would like to spoil them a little but knows nothing of kids these days. What do they like or dislike? Also is there anything a (sane) adult might think they would like that you don't think is appropriate for whatever reason? (I'm thinking of things like temp tattoos, make up, things that make noise, or anything else that might be bad for non-obvious reasons.) The only kids I have are furry ones and my SO on occasion (cause all boys can be like that imo). They like boxes and kitty treats. And waking me up far too early in the morning.
Is there anything you would like that can be delivered over the internet? Things like fanfic recs, cat macros, mp3s you are looking for, how-to or amusing videos, things like that Erm...no?
What would your last meal be if it could be anything in the world (sky is the limit, drinks too, the whole shebang) I don't like thinking about things like "last meals" as they imply that afterwards you wouldn't get to enjoy such things. Better to concentrate on the here and now. But there would be cheesecake.
NaNoWriMo? Nope, I'm busy enough thanks.
9/13/10
what interests you from the latest lab update? Ooooo sooo many things. I have a number of bottles and decants coming in, but I still need to get my hands on Nothing Gold Can Stay, Infernal Lover, and Anne Beanny, not to mention the BPTP inquisition scents. I LOVE Autumn and this is my first fall with bpal so I am psyched! Thus far the Samhain '09 is my fav fall scent and I'm hoping Samhain '10 is similar so I can get myself a backup bottle. Of the latest update I would say I am anticipating Punkie Night and/or Pumpkin Latte as being the biggest winners for me provided they are *too* foody.
How do you feel about stationery, like nice pens or notepaper? And if you're in favor, do you prefer classic/contemporary or cutesy stuff?I tend to use scraps of paper to recycle and I'm horrible about losing things like pens. :/
Would you like homemade preserves (e.g. marinated vegies, pickled onions, chilli jam?) Love homemade stuff though I tend to have a preference towards sweet rather then sour or savory as it is easier to find uses for those (jam on toast for example). Various butters (I loooove honey and apple butter) are a favorite.
If you've got stuff on your BPAL wishlist, would partial bottles be okay? Oh yes, I love partial bottles!
Would you like something you have to make yourself?
Say you were my witchee, and I found things on your wishlist that I could totally make. Would you want me to make it? Or would you rather it be purchased for you? I'm not sure if those were separate questions of not so I'll treat em as one since they seem related. I have a preference towards handmade as I love knowing that someone put time in care into creating it.
Who is your favorite soap etailer? I'm still pretty new to this whole perfume/beauty product thing, esp as I like showers over baths. However I would LOVE to get my hands on some solid massage bars (I think Lush has some?) since the S.O. hates oily ones and I love back rubs. Also this idea of bath bombs and jellies intrigue me.
What about vintage decoration items, teacups, etc etc? I'm more into rustic and natural then vintage.
With regards to your gifts, would you prefer your presents' awesomeness evenly spread out (several packages of pretty terrific things) over the round or a slow build-up of awesomeness (going up from pretty cool things to something super-duper cool at the end) to go out with a bang? Do you have a preference? Nope, whatever is easiest for my Witch!
What kind of make-up do you wear? What colors? Is there anything you'd like to try but haven't yet? I don't wear much makeup but I'd love eyeliner/mascara that doesn't make me look like a raccoon (or a tutorial on how to properly apply it do it doesn't since I never really learned).
Who would be on your top 5 (IE famous people you’d date/have relations with)Heath Ledger, Albert Einstein, Leonardo DaVinci, King Arthur, and Lancelot.
Do you crave many Ecards and contact or are you okay with little contact from your Witch? Since I asked and already answered the question- nope, I am comfortable with the thought that even if you don't send me many messages you still care.
Do you have a place where you list all the BPAL you have or have tried? Noooo, I guess I could try to do that sometime next week. I'm a touch busy til then sadly.
Do you like maple sugar candy? oooooh yes. I loves me maple sugar...
What is your position on the chocolate & bacon flavor combination? Tried it once and was unimpressed but how can you go wrong with bacon?
If you are a tea-drinker do you need a tea-cozie for your pot? No? I need a new tea pot more then a cozie (but I think my boyo is getting me one for the holidays). I'm also not sure what a cozie is honestly...
Go to your spice cabinet, what are the three most used spices? Can I go to my garden instead? Fresh basil, thyme, and oregano if so. Otherwise salt, pepper, and olive oil (I like to diversify the meals we have in a week so I don't tend use a lot of one thing frequently).
Microsoft or Apple? Microsoft.
Where was your last vacation? What did you like most? I haven't had a vacation "away" somewhere in over 10 years so I really couldn't say. It's kinda sad that our first real vacation together is going to be our honeymoon but that's how the cookie crumbles I guess.
Would you appreciate receiving handwritten letters and/or postcards (anonymous or not)? How about sending them? Again, I'm not a huge card person though I wouldn't complain if I get one.
Do you hate any food things with a passion?? Liver. Anchovies. Raw tomatoes (once pretty much anything happens to them I like them). I think that's it.
Would you be opposed to receiving a digital version (via email) of a magazine you like but don't subscribe to...you know, in the interest of saving a tree? Nope I would be a-okay with saving trees.
9/12/10
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to go to last.fm immediately and create an account! Download the scrobbler! Link us to your account! If you reject this assignment, maybe just tell us what your mp3 player says you listen to a lot? I listen to a lot of Within Temptation, Nightwish, Blind Guardian, and Breaking Benjamen.
Any countries you're interested in? Ireland! Since that is where we are planning on spending our honeymoon next year...
Would you enjoy homemade bath products (bath salts, fizzies, etc.) and/or linen sprays? Esp. if scented with some of your favorite BPAL scents? I take showers so as long as they are shower friendly- sure. Linen spray- anything with my favorite notes (esp lavender/vanilla as a combo and autumn scents).
If you witch made you something and it didn't come out just right, would you still want it? Of course, it's the thought that matters and chances are anyone besides the maker won't notice what is wrong (speaking from personal experience here).
Are you a foodie? As in do I like food? Oh definitely, I love cooking and trying new food. As in do I like smelling like food? Sometimes. I prefer spicy sweet to straight sugary sweetness I am finding.
Any sports fans in the house? What's your favorite sport/team/player?Not a sports fan, sorry.
For holidays, do you decorate? Would you like decorative stuff, weenie or otherwise? If so, do you lean towards the elegant, the crafty/folksy, or the more, erm, campy? Don't have any deco so don't really decorate. I would probably do rustic/crafty/folksy given my druthers and a budget. Heavier on the autumnal theme then halloween but that's not to say I wouldn't put it up. No campy please.
Do you like journals/notebooks/sketchbooks?I could use a large pad of tracing paper for my leathercrafting to transfer designs and I would love to get a scrapbook to start a catalog with notes of the wines me and the S.O. have tried.
9/11/10
Cake truffles? If YES! Cake/icing/chocolate type? I like truffles...Dark chocolate and anything (except nuts and coconut flakes)ftw...
are you interested in mini bottles(under 100ml for hand luggage) of bath and body products? Not really.
Vampire shows, literature, etc? Yay or nay? I enjoy urban fantasy (which seems to include a LOT of vampires) as well as books by Charlaine Harris (before True Blood got popular :/) The blade series, Queen of the Damned, Interview with a Vampire- these are all good Vamp movies. I don't like the Twilight series- vampires don't sparkle dammit. I may or may not have played Vampire, the Masquerade once upon a time.
If you play console video games, what game systems do you have and what games would you love to have? I don't play a lot of video games anymore besides WoW. I wouldn't mind getting my hands on the new Final Fantasy for PS3 but that's about it.
How do you all feel about flowers and plants? Flower and plant seeds? Drawings of flowers or plants? Pressed flowers? Ooooooo yes yes yes! I slowly building up my outdoor garden but I live in a wooded area with little sun so it is hard. I planted an herb garden this year which did surprisingly well considering I can't devote much time to gardening. I'd love to find some veggies/squash that I could grow in my conditions or some lovely shade flowers for against my house (I have some columbines to plant for next year). I'm also hoping to get some blueberry bushes in to complement the raspberry bushes we already have. so yes, plants, seeds, or books would be a wonderful gift.
How do you feel about marzipan? um...uncertain.
If you could have 3 BPAL bottles fall (gently) out of the sky right this second that you've been looking for or pining for - which 3 would they be?Only three huh? That's a tough one. Dead Man's Hand, Holly King, and Saint-Germain (or CC: Female).
Are there any international treats that you love and have a hard time finding? I don't get to try many so it's hard to say. :/
Is there anything from the 'Ween BPTP update that you would like but haven't ordered for yourself? Ooooo yes. I would lurvs to try some the inquisition scents such as Ginger Skulls, Marshmellow Pumpkin, Bogle and slaugh ( I <3 Scottish fae). Oh also the Candy corn coated candy apple! oh and the Samhain atmo spray (I've fallen in love with the Samhain '09 bottle I just got...) I'ld also love to try the forum only Anne Beanny scent...Have I mentioned I love Fall?
If you are a crafter, would you like to receive supplies from your witch (beads, fabric, yarn/roving etc?) Unfortunately the supplies needed for leathercrafting aren't easy to get your hands on. I do use pretty beads and natural looking feathers for dream catchers though.
Soundtracks you'd like?Inception was actually pretty cool. Kick Ass also amused the hell out of me. I've sorta fallen out of collecting whole soundtracks (ah the glory of Itunes). Pretty much anything Disney or Broadway.
If you could see one concert right now, who would it be? Within Temptation (or Nightwish)
9/10/10
Would you like a bag of dried Honeycrisp apples? Ooooooo those would be sooooo nommy....
If you were to receive a knitted item (such as a scarf, hat, etc), what colors would you like? And do you have any sensitivies/allergies to any materials? I have an allergy to anything not super soft. Autumn colors or green, green/brown are my fav.
Gift Certificate: physical or email? If to online things- email is fine. If to real stores- physical preferred.
Favorite Yankee Candles? Or other brands scents? I have a Yankee Flagship store near by but never go to it cause I can't justify spending the money (somehow online money for bpal is different). I lurvs Sage & Citrus and Fall apple/pumkin scents as well as other foodie goodness. No heavy aquatics, florals, or linens please.
would you like a zuni animal fetish? And if so, what animal? Sure! Erm...that part not so sure. I love most animals and haven't ever really found my totem so...
And how does everyone feel about glow in the dark radishes? That...is a frightening thought honestly.
What places to do you visit that you'd like a gift card to? Starbucks, Target, Wal-Mart, B&N, a favorite restaurant or clothing shop? B&N, Amazon, Michaels, JoAnnes, Tandy Leather, Whole Foods, Itunes and Think Geek would all be loved. Does the Lab have a Gift card?
Cake or Frosting? BOTH
9/9/10
What movie scared the bejeezus out of you as a child? Jurassic Park and the tiny scene I caught of Candy Man while flipping through channels (crazy hooked murderer attacking from within mirrors? Yipes!) both gave me nightmares for weeks after seeing them.
Name a couple of sites you frequent other than this one? Dragon Cave and Etsy.
Do you like the Muppets? Which is your favorite? Yay muppets (my SO is a big fan)! Statler and Waldorf are sooo hysterical though I think Animal and Kermit rank right up there with them.
If you could have any creature (real or imaginary) as a pet, what would it be? Dragon
Comfort Rereads?: Alice and Wonderland, any of the Pern (Anne McCaffrey books), anything by Pratchett or Butcher.
Will you be going out of town during the round, or is there any other time during the round when it would not be ideal for you to receive a package from your witch? I have a couple weekend where I will be gone Fri til Sunday but otherwise not really (9/17-919 and 10/15-17).
Does anything you are currently studying really interest you? (if you are not in school, is there anything you are trying to learn?) I wouldn't mind learning Gaelic or French...
What animal would your daemon be? Alternately, your patronus. Probably a deer or hunting bird.
What's YOUR favorite word? Magma! It's just soooo much fun to say! Magmamagmamagma
Steampunk, yay or nay? If yay, what part appeals most? I am intrigued by it though I have not explored it much. I LOVE the webcomic Girlgenius and a lot of the art. The look of it is probably what appeals to me the most.
9/8/10
Do you have a special symbol or totem that is meaningful to you? Celtic knotwork and leaves/trees/Tree of Life/Greenman tend to be symbols I lean to. I have never found my perfect animal totem but I am drawn to certain aspects of and have a fondness for chipmunk, raccoon, owl, cat, raven, and wolf.
Do you need a box for your bpal bottles? Your imps? Your something else to put in a box stuff? The bottles doth overflow my poor liddle box and a larger/better one to hold more of the precious would be lovely.
If you could be any person, being, or animal from Fantasy what or who would you be? Oh man that's a tough one. Actually who am I kidding? I would be a unicorn or a dragon. One with super special powers or course.
If you could go back to any point in time, where, when, why? Do I get to keep my modern conveniences? Cause pretend is good and all, but having studied a bit of history- you don't get the good without the bad and we live in a pretty enlightened and creature comfort advanced time. I like toilets tyvm.
Favorite Halloween Candy/Treat? Pumpkin seeds! Oh how I love them!
What are your favorite baked goods/homemade treats? ANYTHING homemade is awesome in my books.
Would you be interested in an astrology birth chart? Not particularly.
9/7/10
Socks? Anyone? Soft fuzzy socks ftw!
What is something you use to comfort yourself when feeling yucky, depressed, or in pain?I retreat with soft comfy clothing, a trusty fantasy book and soft blankets, then loose myself in another world for a while.
Favorite Halloween/Scary movies/books I don't do horror movies as much since like many others, I have an overactive imagination. Rose Red, Thirteen ghosts, Resident Evil and Silent Hill are some that I enjoy though. Also someone mentioned Pan's Labyrinth as a Halloween/scarey movie and while I don't think of it as such I do loves it! Does Goosebumps count? They used to be my favorite horror books as a kid...
What would the name of your custom blend be? The description? Twa Corbies. The remains of a fallen knight with his gleaming amber hair, worn leather armor, a broken wooden shield, a bed of fallen leaves and glistening white bone with the whisper of black feathers on the wind.
COMIC BOOKS. Do you read them? Are there any series you like, or some you would like to try? I've read the Sandman series off and on from what I could borrow from others. I wouldn't mind reading any of the ones BPal has made scents of since they make me curious (Witchblade, Irredeemable, Dawn, etc) . I love a number of webcomics though I haven't had a chance to gather their books yet. My favorites are Girlgenius, OotS, and Weregeeks. I would probably appreciate anything fantasy or gamer based, less so superhero unless BPal related.
Warm drinks? Oh yes, tea (rooibos and vanilla chai are my favs), coffee (darker the better, and flavored), Hot chocolate (or drinking chocolate), cider, and mulled cider/wine. All of these things are awesome.
9/6/10
When you go to an etsy wishlist, it will tell you what things are sold. If you click on the sold item, sometimes it will give options that are similar to what was sold, but not identical, would you like the similar item or prefer not to get it at all unless it's the same item? How picky are you? I'm not super picky. As long as the style is similar I'm game!
Do you wear make up?Only for family gatherings and holidays.
Disney movies, Yay or Nay, and favourites if you do like them? YAY! I <3 Disney movies. As I've stated before I love Miyazaki's work and Studio Ghibli. But I'm also a big fan of Disney's old animated movies and I'm thrilled that 'the Princess and the Frog' was done in that same style. My fav pure Disney movies are Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. While I have many of them, I need to get my hands on the new 'Princess and the Frog'.
Do you have A VCR, DVD Player or Blue Ray or a combo of the three? We don't really use VCR anymore but we do have the other two.
Would you like custom icons as a gift? Sure!
9/5/10
What is your favourite snack food, something you could grab any time?
I try not to eat a lot of snacky things- though when I do I shoot for cheese, crackers, nuts or some fresh fruit. Tasty natural trail mixes are another good one.
EbooksNo thanks, I like the real thing!
Nail Polish:Every once in a great while I'll throw some on, but I tend to get my hands covered in dye, paint and makeup due to my hobbies so I don't use it often.
Soft/plushy things:I love super soft teddy bears (I have a big alpaca fur one my SO gave that is my favorite) as I used to collect them when on adventures. In general I don't mind cute cuddly friends though I don't think my SO would be pleased if I was inundated with them.
What hobby/craft would you like to learn how to do? Well I'm sorta doing the craft I wanted to learn the most now (leatherworking). If I could pick another (lack of time being the biggest problem) I'd love to learn glassblowing or how to make jewelry with artclay I think.
For those who decorate for Halloween, do you prefer cute decorations or creepy ones?: I don't do much decorating since we never have time for a party or kids who come to our house (we live set back in the woods on a quiet street) but cool realistic creepy halloween stuff is super useful to me for my larp hobby. I think if I found or was given pretty handmade autumnal/halloween deco I would put it up though.
Also, as part of the cute-or-creepy question, would you want hand made, molded, glazed (by yours truly!) ceramic decorations (napkin rings, potporri/tart warmers, etc) to add to your stock? Handmade? Sign me up! I love rustic artisan mugs (I have an associate who does pottery at the local Ren Faires and I buy one of her mugs every year to add to my collection.
how do you feel about mortars and pestlesDefinitely could use one for crushing spices since I'm making a lot of soups lately and just learned the glory of toasting whole spices and if it's pretty as well as functional I can leave it out as deco!
Is there anything you have a phobia of, or that would make you go "squick" if you saw it in a package? mmmm live/dead mouse/bugs etc. I get enough of those where I live thanks.
9/4/10
Are you into Austen's books?Nope. Though I am interested in checking out Pride, Prejudice and Zombies.
Do you read Tarot cards? If not, would you be interested?I love ones with nice artwork but I don't really put much stock in Tarot reading.
So for those of you who are into Harry Potter at all, which house do you think you'd be sorted into? hmmm probably Gryffindor.
What, if anything, is your guilty TV watching pleasure? Used to be Top Chef before they put more stock in ratings over which chef was actually the best. Now I would say 'the Colony' on occasion.
If you cosplay or need a costume for your bellydance/burlesque hobby (or any other hobby which needs dressup/different from your normal wear), is there anything you need/want for it? I'm pretty big into larping so cool decent looking costume jewelry is always welcome (rings in particular). Drinking horn cups, circlets, hair falls, cool fabric, and other misc fun bits useful for that are always welcome.
Celebrity crush?: It was Heath Ledger but sadly he has passed on. Many of the knights from the last good King Arthur (mmmm Tristan...). Sean Connery's voice, NPH's singing and Felicia Day's awesomeness.
Knitted things?: I LOVE knit or sewed fingerless arm socks/warmers. The softer the better. Also mini-cthulhus. I however am incapable of knitting because I don't have the patience.
What about [mixed or otherwise] DVDs? don't think I've ever seen any mixed Dvds. I sometimes hunt for fun amv's on youtube...
DVDs: Do you prefer widescreen or formatted? Widescreen.
Music: Any preference towards MP3 or CD? Nope I use an ipod but am more then capable of uploading CD's so either is fine.
Do you like scented tarts? Don't have a warmer, but tea lights and votives are more then welcome since I love candles!
Lip balms? Tasty lip candy? Yes please! (just no grape flavors!)
Do you have any body mods? If so, do you need any new jewelry, o-rings, plugs, etc (and if so, what size, length, etc)? Do you like pro-body mod stickers? Nope not something I am into.
Booze. Do you drink it, would you like some. Yes, yes I do and would. Mead, cider, red and white wines (I tend to stay away from chardonnay or really dry blends is all). Ice wines and port. Beer (spicy pumpkin ale ftw as well as stout and anything not super hoppy). I can drink mixes and hard stuff but I don't tend to.
What is your favorite artist or art style? (including if you have links to favorite pictures/paintings/photographs) I don't really have a favorite artist per say though I LOVE fantasy artwork. I have an artbook of Amy Brown that I enjoy leafing through. I love artbooks that go into detail about the creation of fantasy movies (I have one on the two Narnia movies).
9/03/10
Hallowe'en plans? I'm really sad this year. Due to how our show schedule worked out I will be working on Halloween.
Mix CDs? Certainly! As long as they fall within my music genre preferences. New filk, broadway, or symphonic metal mixes are always welcome.
Girlyness level? About the only girly aspect of my is that I love bpal. I mean, sure I squee over sparkly, shiney, or glow in the dark stuff as well, but in general I hang out with a lot of boyos, take pants over dresses or skirts ANY day, and am too lazy to do makeup and hair except for larping (airbrush makeup for that is sooooo much fun to play with though!) I like soft fabrics, does that count as girly?
9/02/10
Baked goods: Sure! Though the recipe for making the deliciousness would be even more welcome!
Gifts for other household members: Welcome but not necessary. My kitties are lazy though kitty treats are always a winner.
Are you someone who'd rather have lots of small testers of different things on your wishlist, or would you rather have one or two "big" things? Whatever is easier for my witch! I tend to lean towards testers for GC scents since those are easier to take with me to work for reapplication and at least partial bottles or fuller for LE blends since they are harder to get.
social networking usernames, ie twitter, facebook, livejournal, ravelry, anything else: I only really use facebook at this point and would prefer not to include it. Livejournal (dharklady) is for mostly only used for stalking the marketplace and S&S for blends and news but I post very rarely on that since joining facebook.
would you like to receive Groupons or similar deals/gift certificates from your Witch?Not really sure how useful it would be. GC's welcome.
How about tshirt/bottoms sizes? Shirts- Large usually fits fine. I would prefer not to get any bottoms (socks are perfectly okay though!)
Continuation of my note analysis. When I first got into Bpal, I looked for scents with leather, lilac, and lavender before anything else as I hadn't ever really been into perfumes (only scented candles) and those were the only scents that I knew I liked for sure. Lavender has also been a love of mine, particularly when paired with vanilla. While I don’t have any great memory associations with it like I do leather and lilac, it was one of the major notes that I originally hunted down scents for.
The Lab's lavender notes: Of the top three I first started hunting, lavender proved to be the most difficult to track down scents containing it that I like. I think this is mainly because lavender is a sharp high note which I don’t actually like as a skin scent as much as I thought I would. Out of all of the scents I tried, Lilith Victoria proved to be the best strong lavender scent for me, and it has a strong sweet component from the Snake Oil and Dorian note combos. Overall I’ve found that I really need the lavender to be a supporting player rather then the main star, though I still enjoy it.
My favorite blends with lavender in them thus far: Cheshire Cat, Saint- Germain, Lilith Victoria, Yvaine
Blends that I liked but the lavender wasn't prominent:
Bow & Crown of Conquest, Santa Eularia des Riu, Tombeur, Wulric
Blends that were horrible on me:
All of the Somnus scents, Violet Ray, Tavern of Hell, Blue beard, Dove’s Heart, Veil, Twilight.
Blends that I still REALLY want to try: TKO
*- Signifies ones I tried.
Lab's leather blends: (GC) Arcana*, Baku*, Bluebeard*, Bow & Crown of Conquest*, Casanova*, Cheshire Cat*, Death on a Pale Horse, Dove’s Heart*, Envy*, Gaueko, King of Hearts*, Lurid*, Mad Hatter, Nanshe, Nephilim, Ode on Melancholy*, Oneiroi*, Old Scratch, Pain, Paris*, Pontarlier*, Psyche*, Santa Eularia des Riu*, Scales of Deprivation, Schrodinger's Cat*, Somnus*, Sophia, Tavern of Hell*, The Sluggard*, Twilight*, Veil*, Villian, Violet Ray*, Wilde*
(LE) A Farewell to False Love, Agony of Loss, Anahata, Anesthesia, Antonio, Arkham, Atrocious Attic, Azazel, Bat of Longevity, Bat Woman, Bitter Moon, Blue Moon, Calliope, C. Auguste Dupin, Chiroptera, Chypre, Clio, Corazon, Despair, Dolce Stil Nuovo, Dragon Moon, Fairy Market*, Gemini, Glukuprikos, Jonathan Harker, Kalahantarika, Khepra, Licwiglunga, Lilith Victoria*, Lunar Eclipse, Love and Pain, Melpomene, Misericordia, Moon of the Terrible, Naiad, Needlework, Odd Portents, Orpheus, Penumbra, Pomegranate III, Pontia, Pyramus, Queitude, Quicksilver Phoenix, Safari, Saint-Germain *, Shirafuji Genta With a Kappa, Singing Moon, Sleepy Moon, Spirit of the Komachi Cherry Tree*, Sylph, The Cup of Death, The Emathides, The Gladdener of All Hearts, The Oblation, Thirteen (13): October 2006, On Darkness, Tombeur*, TKO, Under the Harvest Moon, Victoriana.Goth, Water Phoenix, White Phoenix, Wulric*, Yvaine*
It seems to me that categorizing a note as one you love simply isn't enough. Beth and the lab are masters of their art and quite often the qualities of a note within a range of scents can differ greatly. So I plan on breaking down each note that I love and figuring out where it works, and where it doesn't, as well as blends I still want to try.
Leather- my love of the scent of leather started when I began working with horses. The scent of leather, hay, and horse was one of my favorites when I was riding in high school. Leather took on a new meaning when I picked up a new hobby a few years ago after college- leathercrafting. A freshly unrolled hide of veggie tan leather has a simply wonderful scent, but it's an elusive one that doesn't last long and is hard to match in perfume.
The Lab's leather notes: Seem to be split into at least two qualities. One is more of a 'leather jacket' soft suede feel. The other is supposedly more raw though I haven't found that one yet. Of the various leather notes, I tried most of the commonly recommended ones that weren't super hard to get hold of. I have yet to find that elusive veggie-tan quality in any of them- in fact it took me comparing Crowley and Black Rider to finally realize that one of the prominent notes WAS the leather since it seemed much more soft and cologne-y then what I was expecting.
My favorite blends with leather in them thus far: Bensiabel, Bow & Crown, CC: Female, Crowley. Black Rider is nice but I feel it's a simplified version of Crowley.
Blends that I liked but the leather wasn't prominent: Marquis de Carabas, Western D, VILF
Blends that were horrible on me: Black Tower, Highwayman, Tintagel, U.
Blends that I still REALLY want to try: De Sade, Dead Man's Hand, Dee, Hand of Glory, Liz, The Red Rider.
*- Signifies ones I tried.
Lab's leather blends: (GC) Antony*, Bensiabel*, The Black Rider*, Black Tower*, Bow & Crown of Conquest*, Calico Jack, Casanova*, Dee, Dragon's Hide*, Havana, Hellfire, High Priest Not To Be Described, Highwayman*, Iago, Jolly Roger*, Kubla Khan*, Les Infortunes de la Vertu, Manhattan, Mary Read, Perversion, The Red Rider, The Robotic Scarab, Tezcatlipoca, Tintagel*, Wanda*, Whip, The White Rider*
(LE) A Bachelor's Dog, The Blockhead, The Bloody Sword, The Blood Garden, Boadicea, Brom Bones; The Buggre Alle This Bible,De Sade, Dead Man's Hand, Det. Patrick Gleason, C. Auguste Dupin, Count Dracula, CC: Female*, CC:Male*, Crowley*, Doc Constantine*, Eau De Ghoul, Enkhespalos*, Erik, Geek, Hand of Glory, The Head of Holofernes, Hearth 2004, Herr Drosselmeyer 2005/06, His Station and Four Aces, Hua Mulan, I Married a Vampire from Planet X, Krampus 2006/07, King of Clubs, Kroenen, Le Père Fouettard, Les Anges Dechus (II), Liz, Lord Ruthven, Loviatar, Macbeth and the Witches (III), The Marquis de Carabas*, Monsieur Petitbled's Frivolous Wheeled Footwear, Mutant Hot-Rodders from Hell High, The Nameless City Drive-In Theatre, Nanny Ashtoreth, Olisbos, Pirate Moon, Poe, Prosperity of a Country, Pumpkin II (2008), Quincey Morris, The Rat Speakers*, Rivet Goth, Sacrifice, The Sailor's Den (II), Sara Pezzini, Severin, The Shattered Pumpkin, Shrunken Heads, Sitting up with a Sick Friend, Spanked, Story Time at Dark Delicacies, Torture King, The Traveller*, Trick #1, Two Monsters (I), Ü*, Vilf*, Violens, Volt, Western Diamondback*, 413 U.S. 15 / Miller Vs California
Switch Witch Questionnaire
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Basic Info
Birthday: 12/07
Pets: 2 Cats and a fiancé.
Children: Do the cats count?
Religious orientation: There is a higher power out there, but organized religion just isn’t for me.
Favorite Holiday: Oooo that’s a tough one. I would say Christmas, though Halloween and 4th of July give it a run for it’s money.
Occupation/Major in school: Lighting Director for a Hall/Road House
Living arrangement (by yourself, with roommates, etc): Live with my fiancé.
Livejournal/Blog/Website: dharklady on LJ and I run a larp called Tales of Valor (talesofvalor.com)
Organizations/Causes/Activities (Things you belong to or causes you believe in): Between work and my hobby I don’t have a lot of free time, and the keeping up with the news tends to make me angry or sad, so I’ve never really found any other organizations of causes to join.
BPAL
Favorite BPAL oils: LE: Cheshire Cat, Cheshire Moon, CC: Female, Copper Phoenix, Door, Gypsy, Lotus Moon, Melainis, Mictecacihuatl, Monarch, Raven Moon, Saint-Germain. (I haven’t had a chance to try a lot of Fall scents and I anticipate that L’autunno, October, Punkie Night, and Pumpkin Latte will be joining the love pile).
GC: Anubis, Bastet, Black Opal, Blockbuster, Bow & Crown, Glasgow, Gluttony, Lampades, Swank, TAM, the Lion, and Velvet.
Favorite notes: Leather, woods, resin, spices, amber, myrrh, vanilla, honey, chocolate, grapefruit, apple, cider, strawberry, pumpkin, pomegranate (non-grapey), cranberry, lavender, lilac, carnation, chrysanthemum, fall/leaf, tobacco.
Favorite non-BPAL perfumes: I don’t wear any perfume but BPal.
Least favorite notes: Strong floral (rose and jasmine in particular tend to overwhelm everything else. Patchouli and vetiver have to be balanced with other stuff (for example Anne Bonny and Highwayman are both too much for my tastes. Wines tend to be sour with my chemistry (which is a bloody shame because I love wine). Plum and currant tend to be dangerous for me, the only one that ever worked where one of those two notes was prominent was Bette Noir.
Least favorite non-BPAL perfumes: I find most commercial perfumes to be too artificial and floral, Bpal is the first “perfume” that I ever really liked.
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 like waaaaay too many combinations to be able to really pick what would be the perfect “me” scent (I have yet to find my Holy Grail). If I HAD to choose I think I would go with the smell of freshly unrolled veggie tan leather, dark woods, a little resin and spice, a touch of vanilla or amber to sweeten it and the crisp scent of fall leaves with just a hint of apple and carnation.
Clothing & Jewelry
Hair type: Mid length (just touches my shoulders), slightly wavy, thick and brown.
Skin Type: Normal.
Allergies (specifically B&B related): None that I know of.
Other things to avoid: nada
Tub, shower or both? I love showers and never take baths.
Favorite bath & beauty products: I don’t really use bath or beauty products on a regular basis. I love massage oil but my boyo hates the mess it makes so I’m out of luck there. :/ The only time I really get to play is when I larp, and then I love to use metallic eye shadows, eye liner, and other shiney sparkly things.
Clothing Style/Fave garments: My job is pretty physical so I tend to dress plainly and often in black (that whole theater thing). I’ve also started trying to dress nicer for get- together so I feel more grownup- but I still tend to stick to pants and simply long sleeved shirts. I LOVE really soft materials. My favorite garment is a super soft sweater in a deep green.
Favorite clothing colors/colors to wear: I favor earth tones and greens in what I wear. I’ve been trying to wear more deep rich jewel tone colors (I’m really digging eggplant) to counter the sheer amount of black I own. But in the end I’m inevitably drawn to browns and greens the most.
Type(s) of jewelry worn: Rings, necklaces, and ear cuffs.
Ring/wrist/collar size: I think I wear a size 8 on my ring finger. I can usually make anything up to a 10 work (thumb rings are fun!)
Jewelry - gold or silver? I wear more silver then gold though I love all metallics (copper, bronze, and rose gold are ones I’m hoping to wear more)
Do you have any allergies to metal? Not that I know of.
Favorite gemstones: Amber is one of my favorites. I tend to like patterned semi-precious rocks over clear gemstones.
Sock/Shoe Size: 9-9 1/2 women.
Lifestyle
Style/home decoration style: Very natural and rustic feeling. I love nature and wood/polished wood grain patterns are a love of mine. I prefer wood to metal (except wrought iron) and natural lines to geometric or modern. I go for things that feel soft (all of my blankets are super warm and fuzzy).
Favorite decorating colors: I tend to decorate in greens, ambers, and rich browns when possible. Otherwise cream and metallic are a close second.
Things you collect: I collect leather masks, and I have a few of the Windstone dragons, griffons, and unicorns. Oh, and Bpal.
Favorite music: I love filk (Heather Alexander), Broadway musicals (Rent, Les Miserables, Wicked), symphonic metal (Within Temptation/Nightwish), and rock (Metallica/Blind Guardian/Breaking Benjamin).
Least favorite music: Rap
Vegetarian/Vegan?: (Please be as specific as possible to reduce confusion!) Nope
Other food restrictions: None really.
Favorite flavors: Anything goes! Except grape. I’m not a huge artifical grape fan. And I’m female so I automatically like chocolate- especially dark chocolate.
Favorite foods/drinks: Oh man, I love a lot of food (cooking is one of my favorite things to do!) For food I would say fresh fruits, warm bread, and anything homemade. Drinks I love are mead, cider, tea, hot chocolate, and coffee!
Favorite authors/genres: I love fantasy. My current favorite authors are Terry Pratchett, Jim Butcher, Mercedes Lackey, and Anne Bishop.
Least favorite authors/genres: Non-fiction biographies I think.
Books/authors you'd like to read, but haven't yet: ‘Changes’ by Jim Butcher, ‘I shall wear midnight’ by Terry Pratchett, ‘Unadultered Cat’ by Pratchett, ‘The Shadow Queen’ by Anne Bishop, ‘Reserved for the Cat’ by Lackey
How do you feel about receiving gently used books as gifts? Love em.
Favorite stores (including clothing stores): Barnes and Nobles, Joannes, Michaels, Tandy Leather Factory, and Whole Foods
Favorite online stores (including B&B stores): BPal, Amazon, and Etsy
Magazines you subscribe to: None
Magazines you like, but don't subscribe to: Fine Cooking, Food and Wine.
Favorite movies: Dr. Horrible’s Sing Along Blog, Knight’s Tale, Dragonheart, Labyrinth, Forbidden Kingdom, Pirates of the Carribean, ANYTHING by Miyazaki (Howl’s Moving Castle and Princess Mononoke are my favorites), Matrix, Iron Man, Transformers.
Favorite TV show(s): FIREFLY, Survivor Man, the early seasons of Top Chef, Burn Notice, Law & Order, and NCIS. I anticipate enjoying Game of Thrones a LOT.
Hobbies/crafts done: I am a hardcore Larping (Live Action Role Playing- though I prefer to describe it as interactive theatrical storytelling). I do a lot of leathercrafting- in particular masks. I sew and do miscellaneous crafts as well. I love my herb garden and I love to cook- especially since it’s something I’ve only learned how to do in the past few years.
Wishlists
BPAL Wish List (including SW/SF Help): Wishlist . Some of the more unreasonable desires that I would love to try are Dead Man’s Hand, De Sade, Dungeon Crawl, Holly King, and Oak King.
Other website Wish lists (amazon.com, etc): I have an Amazon wishlist.
Etsy favorites! - http://www.etsy.com/people/dharklady/favorites?ref=favorites
Random Questions:
- On a scale of 1-5, how organized are you? 3-4 depending.
- Where, outside of the U.S. would you love to visit? (if you're international, this can be anywhere) Ireland- fortunately that’s where we are going for our honeymoon next year. Otherwise anywhere in Europe or down to Australia/ New Zealand.
- Do people tell you that you act older, younger, or your age? I’ve always been mature for my age or so everyone says. I was definitely never a wild child.
- Have you ever been skinny dipping? Nope.
- Do you wear pajamas to places other than at your house? Yup.
- Your least favorite feature about yourself: Besides my insecurity? I can be self-centered and materialistic.
- Do you live in a neighborhood or in the middle of nowhere? Middle of Nowhere and I love it.
- Do you like to shop? Not usually- shopping requires having free funds, which I never have, so I tend to agonize over purchases when they are essential.
- If you were a shoe, what would you be and why? I would be a deerskin knee high moccasin in two toned color with gorgeous wooden toggles, because deerskin is super soft, those shoes are SUPER comfy, and I would love to have a pair (but they are also super expensive. :/ )
- They're making a bio-pic based on your life. Who's portraying you? Felicia Day just ‘cause she is my favorite (If you haven’t seen ‘the Guild’ and you like MMO’s go check it out!)
-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. A rolling pin. A flat whetstone to sharpen my leathercrafting blades.
- Sunrise or sunset? Sunset.
- Has a stranger ever told you that you did something really well? What was it? I get a lot of compliments on my leather masks.
- Do you like garage sales (boot sales)? They are fun but I don’t tend to have a lot of cash on me.
- I like to slather my food in …: Salt. And honey after you butter bread.
- State fairs or carnivals? Renaissance Faires!
- Do you like to splash in puddles after it rains? Did the thought make you smile? Yup to both!
Notes (Here's where you can add additional information you'd like your Switch Witch to know!): I’m a pretty laid back person. I love crafty, thoughtful, and homemade things. I’m a huge geek and play tabletop DnD (though currently we’re playing Eclipse Phase) and read fantasy webcomics (Girlgenius and weregeek ftw!) as well as larping. I love being outdoors and Fall is my favorite season (and why I LOVE living in New England). I finally started growing a garden though right now I really only have herbs since living in a forest means not a lot of sunlight. I would love to get some flowers that can tolerate shade in next year (I have some columbine seeds saved but that’s about it!) as well as some blueberry bushes and rhubarb. My other guilty pleasure is that within the last year my fiancé and I have really begun learning about different wines and beers and what we like. Oh, and I’m getting married next summer after being with my S.O. for 11 years which is pretty darn exciting. While we would have preferred a fall wedding, the work schedule of a middle school teacher and theater tech for a university doesn’t really allow that. So between work, leathercrafting, running a larp, and planning a wedding- life is busy!
