Hi Witch!! Here's this years edition of the Switch Witch help blog Past entries may or may not be applicable at this point, I've changed quite a bit in some ways since the last time I did this.
Some general stuffs -
WISHLISTS - my bpal wishlist is in my signature. I also have... Amazon - https://amzn.com/w/SQH5WXN77PBP (I'm not sure how that works, if you can see ALL my lists from that link - I have a few different categories there (wish list, books, art...). Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/people/zombiewench/favorites/items-i-love?ref=favs_index_1
I'm not expecting a whole lot, since I'm handmaking everything for my Witchee due to a serious lack of funds, but I love Switch Witch - I've made some really wonderful friends because of it!
-What would you like from the Motherhood update? - (In no particular order...) Dinner at the Diviner's Hut, Good Morning London, Heel, My Little Grotesque, Outlaw, Perfect Fifths, Stonehenge at Dusk, The Great Python Snake, Vampire Night at the Movies. If I had to pick ONE scent to try...Probably Outlaw. But Perfect Fifths, Stonehenge, Vampire Night are all up there, too.
Knitted stuff - It kind of depends...i'm in Florida so won't get a whole lot of use out of anything.
Beer - I don't drink a whole lot anymore, though I wouldn't be opposed to some fun (lighter) varieties.
Caramel - YUM! Though I usually do better with it *in* things, I have a lot of dental work that doesn't play nice with super chewy things.
What types of things do you like to wear? - I'm REALLY into boho/gypsy/faerie type stuff, and things in bright colors. My closet doesn't always reflect that at the moment though, I'm slowly working on updating it! Mostly I just like *fun* clothes. I get envious of the fact that my 3 year old daughter gets to wear fun bright colorful sparkly poofy lacy stuff, and it's hard for me to find anything like that in adult sizes! And booze? - I tend to like sweet wines. And rum. My favorite rum is Kraken.
Would you be interested in home made food items? - Sure! Breads and cookies are always good
Would you be interested in project bags/pouches? - Meh, I have so many bags already.
Are you allergic to any fiber or do you know what kind of yarn you prefer? - I have a slight allergy to wool.
Would you want a quilted pot holder? - Sure!
Do you have any prefered flavour of shortbread? - There's flavors??
What are you interested in from the recent BPAL and BPTP updates? (Lilith, Lunacy, etc.) - I listed the Motherhoods I'm interested in earlier. I'm not interested in any of the Fatherhoods (which is a first), but I DO want the Coconut Meat SN and Starstruck Libra like WHOA. Those are such big needs it's a little ridiculous!!
Would you like hibiscus seeds? - If they'll grow well in Florida, then sure!
Is there anything you'd particularly like to get from the UK? - Can you buy me a house there? Um...my favorite place in England is Stratford-upon-Avon, we spent a few weeks there when I was 18 and I freaking LOVED it. So something fun from there would be really awesome!
Is there anything you would like to get from Japan? - Some fun Disney stuff that we don't have here, or some neat Sailor Moon goodies (Chibi-usa, Diana, Chibi-Chibi, Dead Moon Circus, and Sailor Cosmos are my favorites!)
Does anyone like fleece character hats? Like these: http://wonderlandonl...like-fleece-hat? What kinda characters would you like to see? Eh, I wouldn't get much use out of anything like that in FL.
Do you like things with Pumpkin (or Pumpkin Spice?) Sometimes
Socks/sockdreams/etc: I could use some fun bright footie socks, like what you wear with sneakers, but that's about it. I have so many fun socks I'm already not wearing!
Anyone a nail polish fan? What colors interest you? I am, though I don't wear it much anymore, with 2 little kids I usually just can't be bothered to deal with it. I could use a good basic shimmery turquoise though, and I tend to be a sucker for anything holographic, the more holo the better!
Do you decorate for Halloween all year? If not, what level of decor do you have for Halloween? I don't. And I am sorely lacking in the Halloween decoration department!
Indoor/outdoor Halloween decorations? What do you do, and what would you prefer to receive? Indoor is better right now (my next house WILL have better outdoor space to decorate!).
What's your preferred Halloween decor style: classic/traditional (skulls, pumpkins, bats), kitchsy/cute, retro, elegant/Victorian, horror/macabre? Kitchsy/cute! And retro!
What's your candy preference? I like chocolate and coconut (like mounds bars), and salted chocolate anything is good, too. Okay, and peanut butter and chocolate.
Do you have an Etsy wish list, and if so, what's your user name there? I do, zombiewench is my name there!
candles, wax melts/tarts? Eh, sometimes? I like the idea of candles, but don't actually use them very much.
Tokyo Milk? Yea or Nay? No? I've never tried anything from there. One company is enough for me lol.
If you are ok with knitted things, what colors do you like? I tend to like cool colors (and turquoise is my favorite). Also rainbows, though I tend to like not straight traditional colors - like replace red with magenta, blue with turquoise... If striping, what two (or more) colors together? I love black and white striped stuff. And, though I don't usually like the colors separately, I LOOOVE orange and magenta together. If you want yarn, what colors do you want? Anything fun and bright is awesome. Are you interested in fabric? Again, what colors, what themes, etc. Again, anything fun and bright. Nothing flowery unless it's funky.
What are your tea and/or coffee preferences? Loose leaf / whole bean or bagged / ground? Do you have a favorite type? Flavor? Retailer? Nope, nope nope.
If you could receive one handmade item - everything from knitted or crocheted gloves and scarves to sewn bags to fanart or original art, what would you prefer? Whatever my witch wants to make.
What are your favorite fandoms, if any? Oh booooy... Blizzard games - especially World of Warcraft and Hearthstone. Bioshock - I have a large collection of Big Daddies, but desperately need a Big Sister. Portal. Brian/Wendy Froud (I have her set of 3 faerie dolls, and a bunch of their books). Harry Potter. I'm really into DC Superhero Girls right now. Neil Gaiman and Amanda Palmer (together and separate) (does that count as a fandom? lol). Harley Quinn. There's probably more, hah. Skincare- do you use a particular routine? What products would you absolutely not use? I use Lush products. Pretty much the only stuff I've found that works well for me.
Bath/shower products? Lush, and Yves Rochers.
BPTP products? Pre-owned okay? Sure! Not a big fan of bath oil or hair gloss though.
Essential oils and aromatherapy oils- yay, or nay? Eh.
Favorite animal? Unicorn? Phoenix? Mermaid?
Do you have a kindle? If so...
Would you be interested in Kings Game by Lisa Millraney?
Sure! I have so many books on my TBR list, and another huge list that I want to buy/borrow, but as someone who writes and self-publishes (under pen names), I love supporting others in groups I'm in
The second part of the Haus of Gloi update is live tomorrow (the 25th)- is there anything you're interested in? No thanks
I'm going to the NY Renaissance Faire tomorrow- anything you'd like me to look for? Take me with you?? Lol. I love Ren Faires! I can't think of anything specific, but I would probably love most anything from a Faire.
Do you celebrate Mabon? Would you like "witchy" or pagan decorations and objects? For example, pentacle wall hangings, mabon poppets, corn dollies, ritual candles, etc? My religious stuff is so weird right now. We're Methodist, but my background is kind of all kinds of things, and I'm currently reading a book about how both paganism and Christianity can work together. So I'm not actually celebrating holidays yet, but may get to that point in the future? I know, odd answer.
Anyone hankering for Craftsy (http://www.craftsy.com) classes? Through tomorrow all classes are $20 or under. No thanks.
Would you be interested in any of the following: jigsaw puzzles; puzzle books (like word searches or crossword puzzles or suduko); coloring books; card games; board games? Feel free to elaborate on preferences for any of the above! I love that kind of stuff, but it's not always practical with small kids who eat things in the house. Plus I just don't have time.
Elements and Artifacts? I didn't see anything that really caught my eye this time around.
Tarot cards/oracle decks - yay or nay? If yay, do you already have any? Which ones? I love tarot decks, and have a small collection! I have...So Below (my favorite deck, and the only one I've ever been able to read, even if I don't read well, lol), Aquarian Tarot, Universal Fantasy Tarot, Shadowscapes, Penny Dreadful, Fantod (Edward Gorey, not exactly tarot, but still in my collection!), and the Amanda Palmer deck, from a Kickstarter a while back. I also have both sets of the Faerie Oracle cards from Brian Froud. You have now also made me go look at tarot decks, and I've added some interesting looking ones to my amazon wishlist Cryptozoology/cryptids (Big Foot, lake monsters, chupacabra, etc.) - yay or nay? If yay, any favourites? I don't really pay attention to a lot of that stuff, but sure! It could be fun
Switch Witch Help, 2014 edition!
My past help blogs are still up, but keep in mind stuff might have changed - I'm still in the middle of some pretty major life changes, and it's changed my outlook on some stuff, and my priorities and whatnot. Most of it's probably still accurate, but you might want to double check stuff just in case!!
Amazon Wishlist: http://amzn.com/w/SQH5WXN77PBP (There are notes for some of the items - please look!)
Etsy Favorites: https://www.etsy.com...e/?ref=col_list
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/ladywench
Think Geet wishlist: https://www.thinkgeek.com/brain/gimme.cgi?wid=8208a60fd
Sock Dreams wishlist: http://www.sockdreams.com/_users/wishlists/6be97a38273a4fd
Soul Flower wishlist: http://soul-flower.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=DISPREG®id=83494
General Stuff -
Clothing is odd for me. I love graphic tees, but have a huge problem finding ones that are fitted properly, but are also long enough. Depending on the brand and style, I can be anywhere from an XL to a XXXL. Pants are also tricky - I can be either a 16 or an 18. Skirts I can usually do okay in an XL - I prefer fold over waistbands (like on some maxi skirts) as opposed to elastic ones.
Also, my wishlists are HUGE, lol. I don't get to buy a lot for myself right now - I've recently quit my job to stay at home with my 1 year old daughter, and whenever I have extra money I just want to buy her all the things! So I keep wishlists as my 'someday' lists, which explains the randomness and size of them
QUESTIONS! Newest ones will be on the bottom.
- Pumpkins?
Eh, they're okay.
- Canned goods?
Eh. I can't think of anything I'd be super interested in.
- Trading Post wants?
Triple Dagger bracelet, Carnaval Diabolique scent locket, 'A Little Lunacy' ID case
- retailers?
I'm not always huge on stuff from Mary K or Avon type places, but if you think I'd love it I don't mind
- Coffee/tea?
NO NO NO, lol. Not a fan at all.
- Do you cook? Would kitchen accessories make you happy?
I do cook, some! I'm mostly still learning. I wouldn't mind kitchen accessories
- What culture or country (doesn’t have to be modern) do you feel an innate connection with? What about it makes it special to you?
I don't really know...right now I'm interested in Norse stuff, though.
- Is there any sort of art commission you would like: cartoony, pin-up, fantasy, realistic, etc? If so, what subject would you like drawn (a picture of you, a character, a loved one or pet)?
Not at the moment, I have so much art that I have to frame and put up as it is! I'm always open to more, but not anything specifically commissioned!
- What do you find yourself doing for fun in your free time? What are your main hobbies and interests?
In my free time I play video games, and read. I LOVE to read (which is why I'm trying to start a career as a writer!). I love Blizzard games - WoW (though I can't afford a subscription at the moment), Diablo, Hearthstone. I also love my 3DS, though I haven't been able to get a whole lot of games for it lately.
- Table-top gaming? If yes, what kind, edition, etc? Gaming accessories you long for?
We've been known to play some games, we like 7 Wonders, Munchkin, that kind of stuff. We've been longing for Small World (I want the Underworld edition (I think that's what it's called, anyway). Accessories? Boxes to hold loose cards would be good, we have a bunch of card type games we've lost (or the dog we used to have ate) the original boxes for.
- DVD movies or games that you wish would magically appear in your hands?
I'd LOVE the Harry Potter collection of movies. I also have a bunch of Disney movies on my amazon list, I'd love a collection to show to my daughter when she's a little older! As for games...I'm REALLY interested in Doomtown which just came (back) out, that's about the only one right now I think. Small World would be cool, but Doomtown is higher on the list, lol.
- created creations?
Of course! I'll be making as much as I can for my witchee, so I'm more than happy to receive homemade goodies
- What kind of snacks or candy from other countries/states would you like to try?
I can't think of anything specific at the moment. Well, maybe ketchup chips. Those seem to be really hard to find in Florida, and I used to get them all the time up north. I LOVE ketchup chips!
- Do you have a Facebook profile (or other social media) that you are comfortable linking to aid your witch in stalking? Please note whether you are willing to add BPALers as friends.
Eh....I'm at a point right now where I'm not adding people unless I talk to them a lot on the forums. Trying to cut down on the FB stuffs a bit. So I'll have to think about it. I *will* however try to be a bit more active on the forums, and I'm more than willing to answer any questions Also, Venneh, nekogrrl, lioness, skyelyric, Coldie, OctoberGwen... those are all good people to ask for facebook stalking help Also I'm pretty active on Pinterest, linked above!
- Do you have a favorite internet meme, character or pop culture fandom?
Groot! Also World of Warcraft, Sailor Moon. Those are my big ones right now. And Star Trek. And of course witch kitsch, being halloween and all Ooooh, and She-ra. LOOOVE She-ra.
- Do you like puzzles/riddles/treasure hunts and that sort of thing?
They are fun - I do have a HUGE puzzle book right now that I'm slowly working on though (Maze of Games). Though I do love Logic Puzzles and sure wouldn't complain about getting more of those!
- If you were to receive music, would you want a physical CD or digital versions?
Either is fine
- What’s a current problem/annoyance you have that could be remedied but you haven’t had time to address it?
I need to clean my house in a big way. That's about it, lol.
- How do you feel about having some sort of trinket to carry around for good luck/wishes? I.e. a small figurine, symbol, card, coin…
I love that idea!
- Are you superstitious about anything? Any things you can't have in your house for that reason--bad associations?
Not that I can think of.
- Apple?
While I'm 'meh' on pumpkin, I LOVE apple! Apple type smells are my favorite in the fall, and dried apples are my go-to snack, I have a dehydrator and make them all the time
- Christmas/Yule ornaments?
If you like I'm not even thinking about that kind of thing yet, I like to celebrate one holiday before moving on to the next, lol!
- Do you enjoy poetry? Who are your favorite poets and what type of subject matter do you like?
Not huge on poetry.
- Would you enjoy receiving something related to a favorite Disney character?
I love Disney! I do live right behind Disney World though, lol. Favorite characters are Meg, Kida, Merida, Stitch (and the other experiments). I like a lot of the Pixie Hollow/Peter Pan stuff, love Haunted Mansion stuff (I have the hourglass!), Pirates (ride not movies), Jungle Cruise, pretty much anything Adventureland related (I worked there for 2 years, lol), Tarzan, Lilo and Stitch...okay I like a lot of Disney stuff!
- How do you feel about cute things as decorations or accessories? (Example: Would you enjoy this stationary - or do you prefer elegant/creepy/neutral stuff?)
I love creepy stuff. Cute is okay, especially if it's monsters. Or Sailor Moon.
- What is something you'd really like to recieve from your witch? Please be as specific as possible - no, "Oh whatever she thinks is fine!"
I feel weird asking for something specific. To me SW isn't about getting something you want, it's about gifting someone else, and getting to know your witch/witchee. BUT, since the question was asked, I would LOVE LOVE LOVE this wallet. Or this necklace.
- Tarot/rune/divination?
Yes! I actually finally found 'my' tarot deck not too long ago (Book of Shadows part 2 - So Below), but I still like to collect them for fun. I'd love to try rune stones - I'm big into Norse mythology right now.
- Playlist?
Here's what came up on shuffle!
An Ancient Enemy - Hobbit Soundtrack
Trashin' the Camp - Tarzan Soundtrack
Madness - Muse
Pale Watchers - Bastion Soundtrack
Brown Sugar - Rolling Stones
Perfect - Alanis Morissette
A Man's Gotta Do - Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog
Cecilia - Simon and Garfunkel
re: Your Brains- Jonathan Coulton
Tapestry of Nations - WDW soundtrack
Can't Get Her Out - Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
- Celeb crush?
Eh, I've had a few.
- Glitter?
YES!! I love glitter!!!
- If you had a week free where you could learn anything, with no financial restrictions, what would you want to study?
Archery. Or belly dancing.
- Do you prefer physical books? CD books? eBooks? If eBooks do you have preferred format, kindle/nook/kobo/PDF/ePub/ect? eAudio?
Books in pretty much any form are awesome. I don't do audio books so much, but physical books or kindle books are AWESOME. New, used, whatever!
- Smut?
No thanks.
- If your witch were to take a photograph (or paint or whatever) of something just for you, what would it be? Landscape? Flower? Critter? Something to illustrate a favorite quote?
Stonehenge, lol. I know, easy stuff, right?
- Makeup, especially of the indie variety. Nail polish, nail wraps, eyeshadow, lipstick/gloss, etc. Y/N? Specific preferences (color, finish, product, brand, etc.)?
Love makeup! I have SO MUCH though, lol. But I am a sucker for REALLY holo nailpolishes. Nothing actual glitter - that stuff is a bitch to get off!
- How do you feel about profanity and off-color humor?
I don't mind it, but it's not really my thing. I mean, I swear on occasion, and it depends on the humor, but that's about it.
- I make hairsticks...would you like/use them?
I would love to...but my hair is MUCH too short right now. It'll be ages before it's long enough for those!
- Does anyone here LARP? If so, what kind of LARP? And what kind of character do you play?
No larping here.
- What is your favorite Halloween animal or other symbol/decoration?
Witches (anything to do with witches - hats, cauldrons, broomsticks...) and skeletons!
- Are there any GC scents that you know you love, but for whatever reason, keep putting off buying bottles of?
Blockbuster (the bpal version, not the TAL version) is the only one that really comes to mind at the moment
- I know not everyone likes Lush products, but if you do, which Lush items would you like to get from your Witch?
I just got most of my favorites (ultrabland, celestial, angels on bare skin), but I do need some more ocean salt.
- Zombies, yes or no?
Yes!
- Would you like arm warmers/fingerless gloves? If so, what length? just beyond the wrist, almost to the elbow, full sleeves?
I love them, but I have so many already!
- Do you feel a particular affinity for a specific animal/s?
Phoenix. It's an image that came to me a lot during a certain time in my life, and I want to get a tattoo of one.
- Anyone have any Paintbox Soapworks loves?
Not especially at the moment.
- How would you feel if your witch or a minion of your witch showed up in person at your house with goodies? Thrilled? Annoyed? Completely creeped out?
Eh...I'd be a bit creeped out (unless it was Luna2119, lol, cause she's one of my best irl friends!). I'm at home alone with my daughter most of the time, and usually don't answer the door unless it's the mail guy.
- Do you have a ravelry account? Tell me about your yarn obsessions.
I do not. I do like funky yarn though, for the rare occasion that I still make monster dolls.
- Sock Dreams, yay or nay?
YES, and wishlist is at the top, lol!
- Knitted items like scarves, shawls, dishclothes....yay or nay? Favorite fibers? Favorite colors?
Sure! I love turquoise, black, purple, green, and anything soft. For our kitchen though, red is good, even though I'm the one that uses it most of the time the manwench wanted everything red in there O_o
- Is your Amazon WL up-to-date?
It is! And it's somewhat broken down into categories, too!
- If you were to receive handmade caramels, would it matter if they were made with raw cream (unpasteurized)?
No?
- Would you enjoy getting a sampling of quality incense taken from various sources? Are there types of incense you know you don't like? Would you want a burner for loose incense and a few charcoals to get you started with that, or would you rather stick to simpler types?
No thank you.
-I know we already had a question about needed kitchen accessories, but what about spices?
Spices are always fun! I'm still learning to cook and experiment
- Would you like handmade stationary or cards? How about a quill pen?
I would LOVE a quill pen! Stationary and cards I don't use so much.
- On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being "gimme that ghost pepper!" and 1 being "oh, that's a bit too much black pepper for me" Where is your heat tolerance?
Probably...4? 5?
- Maple?
I LOVE LOVE LOVE maple candy. LOVE IT. It's one of the things I really miss about living up in New England.
- What scents from the Lillith update would you like to try?
Goofballs, Ghost Houses, Venustas
- Would you be interested in receiving a box of sugar cube skulls?
No thanks!
- Skin care routine? Fave cleanser? Toner? Moisturizer? What about body lotions? Any particular brand or scent? Lip balms? Yay or nay?
I like Lush - Ultrabland and Angels on Bare Skin. I still have at least half a jar of each right now, so don't need any more at the moment (that stuff takes forever to go through!). I could use more Ocean Salt scrub though. Lotions I don't use a whole lot of, same with lip balms.
- Is there anything you would like from Salem MA (mugs, keychains, postcards, etc.or witchy supplies like incense, candles, books)?
YES! I love Salem! Witchy stuff is good, as well as actual witchy stuff - I'm interested in candles (small ones, I can't have candles burning for a long time, I'm a bit all over the place and can't always watch them), or anything for a 'noob' witch/wiccan.
- Would you be interested in any of the items in LisaNut's etsy shop?
No thank you.
- Spiders (as in cute knit kind) yes or no?
No thanks!
- Pillows (the mostly decorative type)?
Now that we no longer have a dog that would eat them, I would love some! Especially if they are nerdy/geeky.
- Any kind of bags - big, small, medium, purse, grocery, etc?
Unless it's on a wishlist of mine, no thank you!
- Is there anything special coming up in your life?
Not really.
- If you have a significant other (or even a close friend that will laugh at the implications), would you enjoy any of these couple rings?
My husband isn't super in to rings, so no thanks
- How about anything from the same store's Halloween collection?
There's a few things...(they aren't all from the Halloween section...I got a bit lost
http://www.spiffingjewelry.com/product_p/hm10.htm
http://www.spiffingjewelry.com/product_p/peterpan6.htm
http://www.spiffingjewelry.com/product_p/makeitso.htm
Amazon wishlist - http://amzn.com/w/SQH5WXN77PBP
Steam wishlist - http://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197996815045/wishlist
Pinterest - http://www.pinterest.com/ladywench/
-Are you a fan of anything that you would like a tshirt of? If so, what size would you wear?
I'm pretty good with tshirts right now.
-Halloween Candy, Decorations, and Costume supplies - What kind are your idea of FUN and which ones would you thoroughly dislike?
I love candy corn!! I love 'witch kitsch' decorations (though any type of halloween decorations are awesome, lol). I'm okay for costume supplies, though I could use a really decent witch hat and hat pin to go with it.
-What traditions to you partake in for Halloween?
None at the moment. When I was a kid though, my mom and sister and I were ALWAYS witches for Halloween, and I want to start doing that again, and do that with my daughter once she's old enough, too!
-Hey, Witchee, it's getting cold. Socks, scarves, hats or arm warmers?
Not in Florida, lol! I always love fun socks though, and arm warmers!
-Do you love, hate, or are indifferent to.....pumpkin flavored things?
I do, especially baked goods.
-Name some DVDs you wouldn't mind receiving, or are they on an Amazon list?
They are in my amazon list, which is at the top of my SW help in my signature
-Table Games - do you play them? If so, which ones, and which versions, and are there any goodies you might like related to them?
We haven't been able to play games in a while, but we love them! We play all kinds - Muchkin, Catan, 7 Wonders are our favorites.
-Witchee, are you in need of any particular spices?
Not that I can think of, but if you see anything fun I wouldn't be opposed!
-If you were my witchee, would you be interested in anything from my store or something similar? (Nut-made by LisaNut on etsy.)
Nothing is screaming to me.
-Say your witch works at a used bookstore. what kinds of things might you like from there? cool old pulp fiction paperbacks? tarot cards? (we have those.) a dr who pen? books about haunted cemeteries in seattle? you may have all of these things:) oh, and also movies. and cds.
I love classic sci-fi/fantasy authors - Ray Bradbury is my absolute favorite - so old sci-fi/fantasy stuff would be fun.
-Witchee, the Haunt Halloween update goes live tomorrow! When it does, please post right away and let me know your dreams and wishes!
Didn't see anything I needed.
-I've got some canned goods put up -- mostly jams/jellies, some apple butter, some applesauce. Want some? If so, what kind(s)?
I think I'm okay there
-How feel you about lip balms, glosses, and lipsticks? Any particular favourite scents/flavours? Any favourite makers/sellers?
They're okay. I have a habit of chewing lipstick right off, and I don't like gloss too much. I only ever use Lip Medex balm. For lipstick I wouldn't mind trying Lip Tar, in a nice cool red (blue toned, not orange toned) or dark pink (nothing too bright or light pink, I prefer more of a magenta for pinks)
-Since wishlist links never seem to work in forum mail, won't you please re-post your wishlist links here, so they're readable?
My wishlists are all at the top of the SW help in my sig, as well as my Pinterest for ideas of stuff I like!
-If you were this mystery witch's witchee, would you be interested in Spoonfudge or any other such "ordered online" sweet?
Sure, why not!
-Also - Double checking everyone's baked goods status. Home-made baked goods or other food stuffs OK?
Yes!!
-Are you okay with semi-spicy foods right now? I'm thinking like curry or chipotle? If you were to choose a chili powder would you go Hot, Medium, or Mild?
Spicy is okay, probably mild or medium.
-Speak to me of jewelry! If you like earrings, what kind? Dangly earrings, hoops, studs - what kind do you like? How long do you like your necklaces? Or would you prefer to just get a pendent, so you can size the chain yourself? Details, they make me happy.
Earrings - Surgical Steel only please! I could always use more standard barbell earrings, 18g. I have 11 holes in my ears, lol For necklaces, I like choker length for necklaces, though anything is okay, just not super long - anything super long tends to get lost in my cleavage
-Your feelings on Adagio teas: If you've never had anything from them, would you be open to trying them? If you HAVE had them and like them, name some favorites blends.
-Do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library?
I love video games! I have a steam wishlist, which is linked in my blog, in my sig
-Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of.
P013. That's really it at the moment, lol.
-Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer?
I've tried a few things, and I don't really need anything from her right now
-Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow?
Someday I'd love to garden, and I have the space, but I'm not really sure what I want to do there yet.
-Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for?
Yay! Joann's is always good, as is LUSH, Target, and Amazon.
-Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ?
This Labyrinth print!
-Name five small things you could use, but might not think to get for yourself?
Corkboard for above my computer
New undies
Rubbermaid type containers in various sizes
Scissors
A sturdy notebook for writing inspiration and ideas
-Is there anything from a farmer's market you might like?
Not that I can think of
-Your feelings on Adagio teas: If you've never had anything from them, would you be open to trying them? If you HAVE had them and like them, name some favorites blends.
I don't really like tea.
-Do you have any upcoming away time I should be aware of, for shipping purposes?
Nope! I'm at home with a newborn, so no away time here.
-Is there anything you'd like from Lush, witchee?
I REALLY want to try the Snow Fairy shower gel. I also want to try the Randy Buttercream soap, Brazened Honey mask, and the Mint Julips lip scrub.
-If I were your witch and were to paint you something, what would you absolutely love, what would you feel ambivalent toward, and what would you not like to see or receive?
I'd love anything video game related. I wouldn't want anything flowery, or super abstract.
-Are you interested in anything from the Haus of Gloi yule update on November 3rd? Which products and which scents?
Eggnoggin - scrub and perfume oil, Fancy Bread perfume oil, and especially the lip balms - Gingerbread, Peppermint Sugar Cookie, Lemon Custard, and Hot Toddy.
-How do you feel about nail polish? If you like it, are there any brands or colors in which you are interested?
Love, but I have TONS.
-What about makeup? What brands do you prefer and which products would you most enjoy receiving?
Also love, but again, tons! I always like getting good pigmented colored eyeliners, especially pencils right now. I have a few colored eyeliner pencils, but they're not nearly colorful and dark enough for my liking. I want the colors to POP!
-How do you feel about robots?
Robots are fun
-If I made fairy, dragon or butterfly wing earrings, would you wear them? If so, which would you prefer?
Probably not, I typically just wear standard barbell earrings right now. Plus with a newborn I'm trying to stay away from dangly things she can rip out of holes in my head
-Do you prefer to receive whole coffee beans or ground? Also, if you like flavoured blends, what sort of flavours? (caramels, nuts, chocolate, etc.)
I don't like coffee!
-Do you want to be an early accepter or would you prefer your reveal later in the swap, say maybe closer to the deadline?
Whatever my Witch wants Part of the fun for me is all the communication and such during the round (so a ninja witch this time is taking a bit getting used to, lol!), but I'm good with whatever my Witch would like to do
Part Two of the SW Summer 2013 questions! Wishlist links are at the beginning of Part One
I know that SW isn't about what you get... but could you name one thing you would be heartbroken not to get and one thing you would be a-ok if it didn't make it in your box? (i.e. do you REALLY want perfume oil of some sort, or would you be totally heartbroken if there was no Lush in your box, etc) : I think the stuff I'd really like to get most would be some art supplies from my Amazon wishlist and Lush stuff I'd mentioned from the earlier question about it. That's the stuff I'd be buying for myself anyway at least (and sure will once the round is over...if I can resist the temptation for that long )
Do you like tarot cards, pendulums and rune stones etc? If so, what type? - I do like Tarot cards, though I don't use them much and tend to be VERY picky about them. I have the Aquarian Tarot (the same type of deck my mom used, it's always been my favorite), and the Shadowscapes Tarot deck & book from Stephanie Pui-Mun Law (one of my favorite artists, I got to meet her at Dragon*con last year!), as well as both the Brian Froud Faerie Oracle decks.
Is there anything small you try to collect from everywhere you visit? Not really.
Would you like something from Empire Edibles? I think I'm okay there!
Do you have any problems with swearing or particularly off-color humor? Nope, but I'd prefer nothing displayable along those lines.
What would you like from the most recent BPAL update? What are you planning on buying for yourself and what would you like to try? Nothing is calling to me from the update.
Opinions on table top games, from cards and board games, to dice and rpgs. What do you like? What don't you like? Favorites? Any classics you like? Do you collect any? I love games! We have a bunch already - though more Munchkin expansions are always welcome!
What style is your sense of humour? I like very silly things.
Is there anything from Australia you would like? eg: snacks (yes, you can ask for Tim Tams!), books, magazines, memorabilia? Not that I can think of, but if it's along the lines of any of the questions answered so far, sure! I've never had Tim Tams so I don't even know if I like those, lol.
Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Yay! Target, Amazon, Joann's and Michaels are all all good here!
Put your mp3 player/online music/itunes/etc on random and list the next 10 songs here:
Truth and Reconcilliation Suite - Halo Soundtrack
March of the Pigs - Nine Inch Nails
Radagast the Brown - The Hobbit Soundtrack
Please Don't Leave Me - Pink
Contact - Daft Punk
Nothing Can Stop the Smooze - My Little Pony (lol)
I Am Stretched on your Grave - Abney Park
Night Surgeon - Repo! The Genetic Opera Sountrack
Learn Me Right - Brave Soundtrack
Of Wolf and Man - Metallica
Heh, I have a WIDE variety of music in my itunes. Almost enough I can listen for an entire week I think O_o
If you happen to find out who yours is, how much would it bother you?
I like the surprise at the end, but if it sneaks out I think I’d be okay
Is there someone on the forums (within SW or not) who knows you really well and might be able to help with stalking?
Luna2119 is one of my best friends and lives close to me Also Venneh and nekogrrl I think know me pretty darn well at this point!!
Do you use waxmelts or tarts? If so, which ones do you prefer? I don’t use either
Do you enjoy drinking hot chocolate, and would you like stuff to make it with, or to add to it? I do, but I don’t drink it very often.
Have you ever tried Spoonfudge? Would you enjoy it if your Witch would send you some? Which of the flavors would you like? …why would you do that to me??? So many yummy looking flavors! Cookies and Cream, Cinnamon That’s How We Roll, Salted Caramel, Heavenly Buttercup, Chocolate Coconutty, Lemon Cheesecake, and Brownie Cheesecake all look delicious!!
What's your opinion on Moonalisa? Any favorites or products you'd like to try? I haven’t tried them, and considering all the other wonderful sounding cleansing products I’ve now heard about I think I may try to stay away from this one, lol.
Are there any BPALs that you loved the idea of, the imagery - whether artwork or description - but which didn't work out for you? (I'm asking because if they did, you might mention them elsewhere, but if not, the imagery might be helpful) Not that I can think of.
Ninjas or Pirates? PIRATES!
Werewolves or Vampires? PUPPIES!! I like werewolves
Zombie or Cthulhu? …I have to choose??
Do you want to receive one big package or a bunch of small ones? Digital stuff all at the end when the box should arrive or as we go? I prefer small ones, and digital whenever, but I’ll be happy with whatever my Witch is good with
Do you welcome knitted items? If so, what would you like most? (amigurumi, washcloth, socks, shawl, shawlette, scarf, wrist warmers, hat, etc.) Do you have any favorite fibers? How about any fiber allergies? Favorite color for knitted items? Shawls and wrist warmers are fun, though won’t get TONS of use. I’d prefer not to have straight up wool, due to being in Florida and it makes me itchy. I love blues and greens, and black Or all out rainbow. I love rainbows!
Do you have any symbols or totems that are meaningful to you? I actually like phoenixes a whole lot, though I don't actually own anything with that imagery on it. I def. went through a rebirth of sorts when I met my husband, after losing myself in my previous relationship. There is a card in my Faerie Oracle set that represents the phoenix, too, and it constantly comes up when I use the cards. Mermaids are also big for me, I have one tattooed on my back. And faeries. I swear I can feel I have wings sometimes!
When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? I like to curl up in my room and read, and just be alone and quiet. OR I like to do the opposite and go out with friends for a beer (though that doesn't happen right now). Making art helps, too, so lately I've been trying to focus on that!
Would you like if your witch sent a regional pop/soda? If so, what type (Root beer, creme soda, cola, citrus-flavored, chocolate-flavored, etc...)? No thanks, I'm not really a big soda person!
What is your favorite color? Turquoise!
What is your favorite season? It depends on where I am! I'm typically a summer girl - but FL summers are gods-awful. I adore fall up north, I really miss the fall foliage. And I love a beautiful snowy morning, and miss that sometimes.
If you could live anywhere in the world and money was no object, where would it be? Hawaii. I've been there once, and fell in love with the place. If not there, either Australia or Ireland. I've been to Ireland, have a good bit of Irish ancestry, and I loved it over there. Australia I've never been to, but I've wanted to go there and New Zealand since I was in kindergarten.
-Do you have any long trips coming up? If so, could you use things to occupy yourself? I'm 30 weeks preggo, I don't think I'm going on any trips anywhere anytime soon!
-I'm going to Jungle Jim's next week (it's basically a massive international food gasm in Ohio, look it up); would anything interest you? No thanks.
-Name three things that you could use, but might not necessarily think to get for yourself? A Nintendo 3DS XL I could probably use an extra phone charger for my HTC One, a little spiral bound notebook for my desk - I take notes a lot when I'm at my computer, and black and blue Pilot Precise V5 pens in the fine (or ultra fine - I love skinny tips on pens!) point.
-Does anything from the TP Etsy update interest you? Nah
I just found out Oreo is launching ones with watermelon flavor in the USA only. Is it something you would enjoy? I dunno about those...
Is there a particular movie genre that you like (Fantasy? Drama? Romantic Comedy? Musicals? TV-Series, etc), and what format would you prefer: I'm big on getting the Disney movies right now. I know I'll want them for the Goblin, plus I just love them in general myself and keep meaning to buy them but I never do! I have a few already. I prefer actual DVDs at the moment
Do you like BPTP clothing? Meh, I don't really have any, and it's never been on my list of stuff to get.
What else do you love from the Trading Post site, and need to have? A locket!!! Especially the Carnival Diabolique one, and the Calico Jack one.
Stuff from Seattle: Not that I can think of
Tattoos: LOVE tattoos, and have one at the moment, a mermaid on my back. I want to get a phoenix that my mom is working on designing on one shoulder, and then...I don't know what on the other shoulder. Either a faerie or a dragon, but nothing cutesy. I also want to get gallifreyan symbols on my feet...either that or Portals, lol. Still deciding on that, too. But a new tattoo is high on my list of things to do!
How do you feel about home-canned goods? Meh
TAL on etsy? I keep thinking about Forumla 2, I'm just not quite sure enough yet. Something about it is really interesting to me. There's only 4 left though, I need to make a decision soon!
-Following up on the Adagio question from earlier, what are you top five wishes, for teas and blends? I don't like tea.
-Do you have anything that you do ritually, every summer? Stay in the AC as much as possible?
-What are your top five wishes from ThinkGeek? ONLY FIVE?? If I had to pick 5 things right now, these would prolly be them -
One
Two
Three
Four
Five!
-Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ? THIS Vampire castle legos!! SO COOL!!
Do you like audiobooks? If so, do you have/would you like to try Audible? (I'm an addict, myself.) I'm not big on audio books, I get to distracted doing other things then miss half of what I was listening to!
Chocolate: Love? Hate? Allergic? If love, what are your faves? Chocolate is all right Though I especially love it in fudgy brownie form ;D
Does the idea of wearing a plant as jewelry give you the warm fuzzies or the heebie jeebies? - Those are adorable! I like the Bryophyllum, and the Hen & Chicks. I'm afraid I'd forget to water them though
Gourmet popcorn, yes/no?
I'm not much of a gourmet popcorn fan, but I wouldn't mind trying maybe something a little spicy, or something sweet.
I make my own hair gloss, would you like some detangling and very shiny hair gloss made by me? This is a 'cone rich blend, not the least bit natural.
No thanks
I know Canadian chips can be different than others, how does "dill pickle" or "ketchup" sound?
I love ketchup chips!
If you were getting a custom Haus of Gloi blend, what four notes would you choose?
I'd like to try 2 different combinations -
1. - Vanilla Bean and Lemon
2. - Vanilla Bean and Cinnamon Sugar
QUESTION! Do you like Kickstarter? Are there any projects up that you really like?
I do like Kickstarter, but I tend to be fairly picky about what I fund - I've had someone not deliver on rewards before, after I funded a pretty good (for me) amount of money O_o
QUESTION! If you have an Etsy wishlist, what are your top 5 favorite things on there? The price is unimportant, not because I'm rich, but because I'd like some inspiration.
In no particular order...
1. This Derpy Hooves (I love ragdoll type dolls, especially when they are of geeky things! And, you know, Derpy Hooves is just awesome anyway) - Derpy!
2. Sailor Cosmos rag doll! - Cosmos!
3. This Dragon necklace - Dragon
4. This bracelet - Bracelet!
5. This skirt - Skirt!
How do you feel about glitter? does loose glitter make your skin crawl or would you bathe in it?
I love glitter!! Though having a puppy I'd prefer not to actually be glitter bombed, she'd probably eat it.
Do you want/need/like/collect journals? If so, do you prefer lined or unlined?
I do like journals, and would love a fancy unlined one to start art journaling in
Every package has to have something blue in it. Blue can also be used to describe more risque humor...how would you rate your general sense of humor? Are you strictly PG-13, R-rated, NC-17?
Generally PG13, but I appreciate more risque humor, too.
If I wanted to include something for your fluffball, what would be good, and what should I stay away from?
I have a 60 lb dog named Pirate - she's a pit/boxer/boston terrier mix, and only about 2 years old. She loves edible treats/rawhide, and hard plastic kong type toys - especially the kind you can put treats IN and she has to work to get them. Stay away from stuffed toys, and rope, basically anything fabric/fiber.
Amazon Wishlist: http://amzn.com/w/SQH5WXN77PBP (There are notes for some of the items - please look!)
Amazon Baby Registry: http://www.amazon.com/registry/baby/3I00T1K5W6PLW
Target Baby Registry: http://www.target.com/baby/registry/AwmtGre2hE8UnX143cXvKg
Etsy Favorites: https://www.etsy.com/people/zombiewench/favorites/items-i-love/?ref=col_list
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/ladywench
Doctor Who? Yes! I love Doctor Who I especially love the grand trio that is Jenny and Madame Vastra and Strax
How much do you like lipbalm? Meh.
Do you like and wear lipgloss? Meh. Not a huge fan of lip stuffs.
For those of you whose wishlists contain only BPALs, are there any other perfume companies you like or would like to try out? Not especially, I'm pretty happy with bpal
Your feelings on Adagio teas: Do not like tea!!
What about coffee? I don't like coffee, either. But my husband does!
Who is your favourite female of all time? Historical, literary, ANYTHING, and why? Hmmmm...I'll have to think about that one.
If you were a Disney princess you would be?: Meg. LOVE Meg. Is she even technically a princess? I dunno. But she's my favorite. Merida is a VERY close second. And Kida.
Seashell from Florida? I live in Florida, so I think I'm pretty good there
Craft project? I've recently stated making art cards, so any supplies for that are welcome. I just treated myself to a bunch of the Distress stains, ink pads, and markers - but anything like funky rubber stamps (not so into the cutesy stuffs) or fun doodads I can glue/pin onto paper would be totally welcome! Also fun papers and supplies would be welcome as well!
Rare bpal you'd like to have? A bottle of P013. I love that scent!! I'd also love to try Mopsfledermaus (I've probably spelled that wrong, lol), that sounded delicious!
Sock Dreams? OMG yes. I love their over the knee socks - especially to wear with tights and shorter skirts And arm warmers. I'll update my wishlist, I haven't done that in a while and I own so much stuff by them already!!
Are you kinky? Not really
Do you enjoy scented candles? Certain sizes that you like? What kind of scents or brands? Meh, they're okay. Not HUGE into candles.
Thoughts about South Africa? Have you been here, would you like to go? Would you like to receive anything South African? I don't really know too much about South Africa, so I don't know!
Do you need hair accessories? If so, what kind or color? I don't need any.
What is your favorite shade of blue? Turquoise! It's my favorite color!
Do you have any kitchen gadgets (a SodaStream, a Kuerig/Tassimo) that you want mix things for? Nope!
If you were to start learning something new (intellectual or craft or hobby), what would it be? Hmmm...I do want to learn calligraphy, and bought myself a book - but I don't have good pens or paper to play with.
What about candy? Do you have a sweet tooth? Candy itself not so much - but I do love me some baked goods! Brownies, cookies, and Venneh's gingerbread ;D I also love lemon cake. Yum.
Do you have an e-reader? What kind? Would you like to get ebooks? I have a Kindle, and I would like e-books! I don't really have a wishlist for those, but I really like sci-fi/fantasy. Anything with photos/pictures/drawings or anything reference-like I tend to prefer hard copies, but for plain ol' fiction I love my Kindle!
Witchee dear, do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library? Ooooooh video games, how I love thee... I'm a big PC gamer, and have a rather large Steam library (user name is zombiewench on Steam). I also really love the Blizzard games - WoW, Diablo, Starcraft (I buy all the collectors editions when I can!). The only stuff I'm really wanting right now is Skyrim (through Steam) and maybe Starcraft 2.
Do you have something you do, without fail, as a personal daily habit/ritual? I always read before bed.
Do you wear nailpolish? What colors do you tend to go for? What are your favorite brands? Are you open to trying indie brands? I do! My favorite brands tend to be Zoya and China Glaze, and I love trying indie brands.
Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of. P013. For sure. Other than that...I have enough of the stuff I've tried, Monsterbait:Bigger Critters is my favorite though - I have about a bottle and a half of that left
Do you still write real letters on nice stationary to people you like/love? I don't, but I'd actually love to get back into that again, especially with family.
Mooooore ketchup! I'm doing pretty good at staying on top of it this time around
Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer? I've tried a few things from Paintbox! I like the scrubs. I'd like to try the Orange Crush and the Ginger Milk scrubs
Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow? We have a yard! We haven't gotten anything yet, but we keep looking at annuals to plant, and little palm trees. I would mind having a few dog and kid friendly indoor plants - I have a spider plant right now that I've had since I was 16, and I'm sure it could use some friends!
Do you like sample sized things? Sample sizes are awesome!
Have you tried Fortune Cookie Soap? What products or scents would you like? I've never tried them! I'd love to try the Cold Buster Shower Steamer, the Aquaholic Sea Salt Hair Spritz, and the Clearly Complexion Clay Mask.
Do you use solid soaps at all? If so, what kind do or don't you like? Not a fan of solid soaps.
Have you ever tried Cocoa Pink? If you are curious about it, what looks interesting to you? Haven't tried them, but didn't see anything that stood out to me.
Do you like Lush? If so, what is your favorite product that is currently available, also, what is a product that you love but has been discontinued? I've never tried Lush! I don't even know where to start...I'd love to try the Ocean Salt face scrub, the Dark Angels face cleanser, the Mask of Magnaminty face mask, Rehab shampoo, Big shampoo, Dirty Springwash shower gel, Rub Rub Rub salt shower scrub, Freeze shower gel...that's probably enough for now
Shiro Cosmetics? Any particular products? Eye shadow pigments in general? Shiro is FANTASTIC!! I have tons of stuff from her already, so I'm good there I like shadow pigments a lot, I actually need to get some more Electric Stardust from Fyrinnae. I don't like any black-based pigments, and I tend to like 'cooler' shades of shadows - blues, greens, purples, greys.
As I am in Japan, what sort of things would you like from there? I'm a big Sailor Moon fan, so maybe some fun SM goodies? I don't even know what else I'd want!
Do you read literature/culture blogs or websites of any kind? I'm thinking about anything that would help a putative witch to get a sense of what your current tastes in books, movies, games, genres, approaches to culture and literature and so forth are. I don't really do a lot of blog reading I guess. I should!
How do you feel about traditional picnics (namely the intimate table for two variety)? Old-fashioned basket or something more utilitarian (cooler/insulated bag)? I don't generally do picnics - living in Florida we have way too many bugs for that sort of thing
If you were put in a room with 100 random other people the same age and sex as you, from your country, in what way do you think you would be different from the average? Hmmm...that's a good question! I guess thinking of how I differ from most of the girls here at work my age...I'm a lot nerdier/geekier than the average girl I run into. I'd much rather start having a conversation about video games and books than about celebrity gossip or what color my shoes are (I frequently have to listen to that kind of stuff at work, lol). I have a lot of earrings (11) and a n
Haus of Gloi did a Reverie update! Do any of them interest you? (Or anything else up currently?) Nothing from the Reverie, but I'm interested in the 'Perfume for you' stuff - I want to make 2 - Vanilla bean and cinnamon sugar; and Lemon, Vanilla Bean and Cake!
Which reading level do you prefer to read in YA or Adult? Or even both? Both are great!
Cooking? Still trying to learn, but the exhaustion I've had since getting preggo has put a lot of stuff on hold.
What colors/style is your kitchen decor? And do you entertain in your home? My hubby wants a RED kitchen, so that's what we tend to go for. And anything nerdy, lol.
Are your ears pierced? Yep! I wear little barbells in most of the holes, and half hoops in the top ones. I can pretty much only wear surgical steel in my ears.
Do you like stuffies/stuffed animals/art doll type thingies? If so, any particular type you'd love to get? I do! Anything baby-safe right now would be awesome for the soon to arrive Goblin, or anything funky monster or faerie-like for me.
If you knew you were going to live comfortably for say 800 years, what profession, calling or project might you pursue with some of your extra years, which you imagine you may not do in the life that you have? I'd love to write more. And I'd love to really be able to focus on art stuff - learning more about mixed media type things and developing my own distinct style would be fantastic.
Is there any thing - an object, a donation on your behalf, some research done for you, whatever - that your witch could do about this that you would like? And if you can't think of a present, would you rather she/he (I!) didn't either and confined themselves to things you are already involved in? If they could research alternate universes, that'd be awesome, I'm kind of fascinated with the concept In all seriousness though, I don't have a lot of causes or such I'm involved in, as far as donations Child's Play is a favorite organization of mine.
Switch Witch is, of course, all about you.....but if your Witch was so inclined, are there wee little ones in your home that will get jealous and are just too young to understand why you won't share the love, who maybe need a touch of Witchee love all their own, to distract them while you hide all your lovelies?!?
Not yet, the Goblin won't arrive until September - my husband gets jealous sometimes, lol!! And I have a puppy (well, a 60 lb 2 year old dog) who loves treats of the non-stuffed animal or rope variety (anything fabric or rope tends to come out in the same form it goes in, let's just leave it at that )
Do you like bags? If so, what type (rucksack, clutch, shopping bag) colour and would you like/need a new one? I'm not a huge bag person, so I don't need anything there. Unless it's a crazy rainbow diaper bag, lol.
What's your favourite comfort food(snack or candy etc) and/or drink? Cookie Butter!!! And Little Debbie Zebra Cakes.
Would you like anything from an European country? Any particular food or goodies, magazines, books, whatever would be available to your witch in his/her country? Ooooh, I wouldn't even know! I guess as long as it falls within the other questions, I'd be open to whatever
What fandoms do you belong to? Stuff I fangirl over (dunno if it could be considered fandoms or not, lol) - Bioshock, Doctor Who, Sailor Moon, Brian Froud, Wil Wheaton, Voltaire, Murlocs from World of Warcraft, witch kitsch, rare and funky Disney stuffs.
What cheers you up? Making art! And my puppy
Who or where would you most want to haunt? Who would you least want to be haunted by? Errrrr...I dunno. I'd probably like to haunt any number of old abandoned buildings/islands/places - maybe like an old library or something. Least haunted by? Demons. Seriously, don't need anything like that messing with me!!
What question do you hate to answer? I haven't had a problem with any questions yet!
What is the best compliment you have/could receive? Being told I'm intelligent, or compliments on my art.
The other was so long, so here is Part 2!
-My Little Pony... Cute or meh?
CUTE! I am especially in want of some Wonderbolts, some Zecora and some Derpy Hooves stuffs
-Lip balm - tube or tin?
Either - I'm picky about lip balm though. I usually only use Lip Medex (in the blue tin), but I wouldn't mind maybe some vanilla or lemon flavored balm.
-Would you like to receive a journal or sketchbook? How about other pretty paper goods like post-its, notepads, bookmarks, letter paper/envelopes?
Yes to all of those!
-Are you interested in audiobooks? If so, any specific titles?
Not really.
-Bar soaps with some scrubby bits, yes or no?
No thank you
-Do you need any small electronic gadgets like flash drives and the like?
I could use a flash drive. I'd love a fun looking one eventually! (though maybe not the humping dog )
-Would you like a pair of knitted socks?
Sure!
-Do you have any use for knitted dishcloths, facecloths, etc, especially if they were fandom related?
Sure! Horde ones would look especially good in my red kitchen ;D
-Do you subscribe to any sample boxes, and if so, which ones? Would you like to receive some samples?
I get Birchbox and Glossybox right now, but prolly going to cancel those.
-do you have a problem with nudes??? If not, do you prefer male or female?
I don't, but I'm not overly looking for anything like that.
-Paintbox Soapworks: Interested in anything from her?
Not especially
-are there any other e-tailers you're desperately wanting to try? if so, any specific items/scents/etc?
I wouldn't mind trying Sweet Libertine eyeshadows, especially the Amanda Palmer sets
-ThinkGeek: anything interesting to you on there?
Oh good lord, I could buy so much from there! I'll go through and add stuff to my amazon wishlist (at the top of my other blog)
-What's one thing you want, right now, that you're having difficulty finding?
A Big Sister figure from Bioshock 2
-Who here is going to be picking up JK Rowling's new book on Thursday?
Didn't know there was one, but I'd be interested in it!
-What do you do to take care of yourself when you're having a rough day (sick, life not going your way, whatever)?
Play WoW, curl up in bed and read, watch reruns of RuPaul's Drag Race, or silly fantasy movies (Practical Magic (Don't own, boo!), Ella Enchanted (which I do own on DVD), Ever After, that sort of thing Also, eat sugary stuff, lol.
-favorite and least favorite baked goods?
Favorite? Oatmeal raisin cookies, peanut butter cookies, lemon cake, and cheesecake swirl brownies. Least favorite, prolly pie.
-what size T-Shirt do you wear (standard AND babydoll)?
Usually XL, or XXL, depending on the company.
-I found a fantastic little shop while traveling that had unusual jellies and jams. Would you be interested in trying something like Georgia Moonshine Jelly or TOE Jam (each letter stands for some kind of fruit, I don't remember which ones) or something similar? How about homemade jam in general?
No thanks.
-Would you be interested in homemade herbal remedies and tinctures?
No thanks.
-Owls?
Cute, but not overly my thing.
-Do any of Villainness' Soap Box exclusive scents interest you, especially any of the Smooches/Whippeds?
No thanks.
-Puddin' just put a shitton of old Lunacy shirts on the BPTP Etsy! Any ones interest you?
Not really.
-Witchee, do you want anything from the Haunt update coming up on 10/3? I know it might be too early to say, but if you could look at the preview on the night of 10/2 and let me know if you want anything...
When it comes time for that, I will update!
-Gardening?
I'd love to get into it. We live in FL, and our yard is pretty much in direct sun all the time.
-Do you use or would like to try loose eyeshadow pigments?
YES! I'm not a fan of matte or black based colors, and I love things that have bits of shimmer/eye safe glitter!
--Is there anything you might want from the latest update (Lab or TP)?
Pumpkin V (so much vanilla!!)
Apple Orchard Room Spray
Samhain Room Spray
Black Clove Candle (The husband loved this one as well when we got to sniffle it at Dragon*con!)
-Is there something(s) that you consider too spendy or too frivolous for you to buy for yourself, but that you actually want?
World of Warcraft original Collectors Edition - like for the original game, not any of the expansions - with an unused key so I can get the mini pets that go with it. Same for the World of Warcraft Wrath of the Lich King expansion Collectors Edition. They are the only 2 I don't have.
-Haunt update?
The main thing standing out to me in the Haunt update is Cinnamon Girl perfume oil I will acquire this one way or another! Claw and Cobblestone sounded interesting, but not a must have, I don't believe.
-NYCC?
I'd love to try Badgers and Miss Ida!
-Shiro Cosmetics Halloween collection?
I adore Shiro (and actually just put in a big order with her, since I needed last month's color anyway!), but Oogie Boogie is the only color standing out to me. HOWEVER, the newest Geek Chic collection, Strange Aeons, is screaming my name. Especially all the blue/green/purple colors.
-Honeycrisp "Apple Crips" (Dried honeycrisp apples, nothing added.) DO YOU WANT SOME WITCHEE?????
I love those kinds of things!
-Design a tea?
No thanks.
-FusionSweets? (etsy)
I'm good
-Poe Day? Dark Del merch in general?
Nothing was screaming my name.
-Kombucha?
No thanks.
-Are you dressing up for Halloween, Witchee? If so, is there anything you're looking for to complete your costume?
I need to work on a good witch costume. I could probably pull most of it together, I just need a good hat (fabric)!
-Do you need any accessories for your smartphone (case, skin, etc)?
I'm looking to get an iphone 4s, so maybe one of those covers that looks like a book for it. Those are so fun!
-Cute/Spooky Halloween stuff?
Very much into 'Witch Kitsch'. I also like skeletons and zombies. And I LOVE the classic monsters (Frankie, Dracula, Wolfie, Mummy...) - Frankie and Bride of Frankie being my favorites!
Switch Witch help, Fall 2012!
My favorite things are faeries (not Amy Brown style - more Brian Froud or Stephanie Pui-Mun Law styles), pirates, the color turquoise, She-Ra, My Little Pony, Bioshock, World of Warcraft mini pets and mounts (I have most of them except most from the trading card game - Warcraft Pet collection here and for mounts I have only what I can get in-game)(Also, Rumble and I play Horde!), keys, funky yarn, classic monsters (frankie and bride of frankie being my favorites!) and Tim Holtz-esque scrapbooking/art card stuffs. I'm also working on writing self-published books for the Kindle, making plush dolls (etsy link is in my sig), and getting a few tattoos.
Amazon Wishlist - Amazon Wishlist here! Also, I would love an Amazon Prime membership for a year!
-Would you enjoy receiving cute but useful items like colorful kitchen utensils/gadgets, or bento supplies? (boxes, chopsticks, accessories, etc?) What about things like spice mixes (homemade, or Penzey's for example)
Sure! Our kitchen is done in red
-Do you like cute, seasonal or fluffy PJ bottoms? Like they sell at Target, Old Navy (they have had cute Halloween ones!) If so, what size do you wear?
Meh, I don't really wear those.
-What kind of chocolate do you like? Nuts, no nuts, white,dark, etc?
No nuts. I like pretty much all varieties of chocolate - white, dark, milk, yum! Bonus points if it has bacon in it *drools*
-I live near a Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and Penzeys! What does your little heart desire from any or all of these places?
I have no idea what they have at Trader Joe's or Penzeys - but I already have a Whole Foods near me.
-Are home made foods acceptable or does the idea of eating strange mailed food disturb you?
I'm okay with it!
-I just gave you $20 and sent you into a "has everything" store ala Walmart and told you that you have to come out having spent it all, and none of it on anything you need. What would you buy? Be as specific as possible!
My Little Pony mystery packs, a pack of those frosted sugar cookies they always have with the baked goods section, and some makeup - eyeshadows and nail polishes!
-What kind of cuisines do you like? (I mentioned this in my ?aire but curious what my witch may like)And, what are your favorite restaurants?
Chinese! Also typical bar type food. Orlando Ale House, Chili's, and Steak and Shake.
-I'm from Canada - is there anything specifically a witchee might like that is only available here?
I have no idea, lol!
-what are your "fandoms" and would you like a t-shirt from TeeFury if an appropriate one came up?
Doctor Who, Portal, Bioshock, My Little Pony, She-Ra, Cthulhu, World of Warcraft, Firefly. Women's XL
-Do you have an eReader and if so which one?
I own a Kindle, and LOVE it! Looking forward to maybe getting a Kindle Paperwhite (NO ads version) when it comes out!
-Do you like candles, or tart burners, or something? If so, what's your favorite scent to burn?
I don't have any burners, and no candles (rambunctious dog and candles = bad combo!). But I love Christmasy type scents - apple, cinnamon, clove.
-Do you like s'mores and s'mores-flavored things?
They're okay.
-What's the neatest freebie you've gotten? It can be cool or thoughtful or just totally unexpected, and not limited to BPALdom.
A wild art stuffed doll that my mom made - it was very unexpected!
-Marzipan
I don't think I've ever had it O_o
-Muslin reusable squares
I'm not sure if I could get my husband and my roommates to convert to those, lol!
-If you get me (or a fellow Aussie, if there are any playing this round) as a witch or witch's minion, would you like to try some Australian specialties, such as TimTams (delicious chocolately cookies), Caramello Koalas (koala shaped chocolates filled with gloopy caramel), Australian native spices or anything like that?
Sure!!
-If your witch is a knitter, crocheter or sewer, is there a particular type of garment you would love to receive (hat, scarf, wrap, cowl, socks, fingerless gloves, arm warmers etc)?
Arm warmers or wraps!!
-Is there anyone else in your house (kids, pets, partner) that would really appreciate a small gift being included for them in the switchwitchy haul so they don't feel left out?
My husband would think it was cute if something World of Warcraft or League of Legends inspired was included for him, lol.
-I've been getting into indie nail polish brands recently. What's your favorite indie brand of nail polish? Or what's your favorite mainstream brand of nail polish? Or are you not big on polish?
Enchanted Polish is a big favorite of mine. I love nail polish! Not anything SUPER chunky-glittery - I like semi-sparse glitter, or glass fleck. I also LOVE holographic polishes, and duochromes (I already have a 'Just Spotted the Lizard' dupe (Nicole's 'Mer-maid for Each Other') though).
-Since it's been mentioned several times, and I've also offered to nacho witch some, would you you like to receive wild rice and or maple syrup? I promise to include recipe ideas with the wild rice.
I ADORE real maple syrup! (and maple syrup candy - the kind that melts in your mouth...YUM!)
-I have 5 bushels of tomatoes sitting in the kitchen right now that are supposed to turn into red sauce tomorrow, so would anyone like a basic red sauce (spaghetti sauce) to make its way to them?
No thanks.
How would you feel about a taste of (insert witch location here) box?
That could be fun!
Last year, my wonderful witch Alethia adopted a bat for me from batworld.org, a bat rescue and sanctuary. Bat's World Would you be interested in having a bat adopted in your name?
Sure
-Some of your favorite artists? Classic and modern?
Brian Froud, Stephani Pui-Mun Law, Brom, Edward Gorey. I also love most anything that comes out of Duirwaigh Studios - whether their own art, or artists they sell on their site. Also, 'pulp' art - like from old books/movie posters, cheesecake, that kind of stuff!
-If you could have an image or certain subject painted for you on any type of "canvas" (on a box, on paper, on a canvas, and so on) - could you point your witch to some of these images?
I may need to think about this. Remind me if you need this answered!!
-Stuffed things: yea or nay?
Stuffed toys? Yes!!
-mix-in-a-jar? How to you feel about cookie or cake or soup mixes that come in jars and you just add, like, an egg or water or what have you?
Sure! Not soup so much though - but cookie/cake for sure!
-Would you be interested in beer, wine, or other specialty beverages from your Witch's area?
Oh yes! That being said, I tend to prefer lighter beers. But for all other beverages, I'm good with most anything - and if not, I have plenty of friends and a husband who would be!
-Are there any crafts/skills you've wanted to learn but haven't gotten around to? And if so, would you be interested in supplies and tutorials?
I want to learn how to make fimo/sculpy-like faerie dolls (2 of my favorite people who do this are Wendy Froud (I have her set of 3 faeries - an original set AND a customized set!) and Liz Amend)
-I live near this very cool Retro store (you can order online too) - are there things from it that would make you squee if your witch sent them?
The lil Frankenstein plush doll is adorable (as are the Creature and the Wolfman)! I also love the Frankenstein action figure, the 'why yes, I am that kind of girl' shot glasses.
-Who here would be happy to get a lil' sumthin sumthin from Adagio Teas?
I don't really like tea >_<
-Do you Ravelry? And if so, what's your handle over there? Would you be interested in gift patterns from your queue?
I do not.
-Who likes Pumpkin Spice Hershey Kisses?
I didn't even know those existed!!
-What does your kitchen look like? Colors/style?
We're working on getting red everything! We already have a toaster, food processor, coffee machine. I like the retro style
-Witchee, what are your favorite quotes?
No power in the 'verse can stop me.
Put your iPod/MP3 player/what-have-you on random and list the first 10 songs it plays!
Lost in a Crowd - Rusted Root
Smile (Pictures or It Didn't Happen) - Amanda Palmer & The Grand Theft Orchestra
Charisma Potion - MC Frontalot
My Life - Abney Park
Planet Shmanet Janet - Rocky Horror Show
Dio Cardias - George Abdo (Belly Dance music)
Ask DNA - Cowboy Bebop soundtrack
Swallow - Emilie Autumn
Baptize Me - Book of Mormon soundtrack
Death, Death, Devil, Devil, Devil, Devil, Evil, Evil, Evil, Evil Songs - Voltaire
Captain EO entire show audio
-What's one random thing you really like and one random thing you really dislike?
Like? She-Ra. I'm really getting back into She-Ra, and need to dig out my old dolls and make them all pretty again, and start finding all the ones I never had!
Dislike? Amy Brown faeries. I don't know...for some reason I get the sense there's no *feeling* behind them. I can't explain why, I've always felt like that about her work. Like she doesn't *really* believe in faeries *shrug*
-Are there any herbs that you haven't been able to lay hands on that I could send you?
Nah
-If there are no "witchy" shops near you, is there anything I can pick up for you from Enchantments?
I'm still very much a beginner and learning when it comes to that stuff...so maybe a good set of things for a beginner?
-Hey Witchee! I want to send you a delivery. It could be cupcakes from a local bakery, it could be a singing hugging bear-a-gram, it could be a bouquet of flowers. But it will be something that you need to be there to receive.a) Are you OK with "special deliveries"? *waggles eyebrows* Is the address in your questionnaire the best place to reach you for said deliveries?c) If the delivery requires a phone number (as say, some florists do) would you be OK with that information being tracked down by your Witch or asked of you anonymously?
I don't really want to be sung at or hugged or anything like that, and flowers would prolly make Rumble question (so please no flowers, eek!). Cupcakes I'm totally okay with thtough, lol!
-What are some things you are OK with receiving gently used or homemade, and some things you absolutely do not want if they are gently used or homemade?
I'm pretty much okay with gently used/homemade, unless it's beauty stuff.
-And now a new question: I live near a Mast General Store. It has lots of vintage-y toys, southern foods (jams, jellies, spices) and vintage candy. Is there anything I can get for you?
I like vintagey toys!
-Do you have any Fall or Halloween traditions?
Not yet. I'd LOVE to start decorating big time for Halloween though!
-Ninjas or Pirates?
PIRATES! And Wenches ;D
-I have an extra room spray and 2 extra bath oils (one Cephalopod, one Exhibit Hall Fatigue) from Dragon*Con - would anybody like a decant?
I'd LOVE a room spray!
-Witchee, would you like it if I made you a "mix tape" of songs that I think you might like? And if so, would you prefer mp3 or CD format?
Ooooh how fun! Either format is fine
-Haus of Gloi is offering custom perfumes - would you like one? What would your ideal blend be?
Oooh! Hmmm...Vanilla Bean, Cinnamon Sugar, and Cake? Or Almond Extract? I don't know that I'm good at putting notes together. Vanilla Bean and Cinnamon Sugar for sure though - I want to smell like cinnamon frech toast!
-Name one movie you keep meaning to buy, but just never get around to getting?
Disney's Robin Hood on DVD.
-Any favorite Bath & Body Works scents/products?
Not really.
-OK, so those of you who said you wouldn't mind receiving (sneakily packaged!) beer or wine: Tell me of your taste preferences. Dry/sweet? Red/white? Lager/ale/porter/stout? Fruit? Spice? Hops? Sour (brettanomyces, etc)?
I like sweet white wines, but I'm kind of just getting into wine, so I still have a LOT to learn about the different kinds! So I'm open to whatever As for beers, I tend to prefer lighter things - I like lagers, generally. I do like some porters - there's a vanilla porter that's really yummy. NO BLUEBERRY, I hate burping up blueberry, lol! Pumpkin is okay, if it's light. Spice might be fun. I don't like really sour or hoppy beers >_<
-Are you a gamer (of any sort - video, casual, tabletop) and are there any games you want?
Oh yes!! HUGE WoW girl(For the Horde!!). I buy a lot of stuff off of Steam (my user name is zombiewench), too. I also own an Xbox, and a Nintendo 3DS (and DS, and Advance, and Super, and Original...lol!). Games I want, by system:
PC/Steam - Skyrim, Torchlight 2, Borderlands 2
Gamboy - Golden Sun Dark Dawn, Pokemon White or Black, Kid Icarus Uprising, New Super Mario 2, Paper Mario Sticker Star, Kirby Canvas Curse, Kirby Super Star Ultra, Kirby Mass Attack, Kirby Squeak Squad
I also tabletop game - not so much the D&D or Warhammer sort of thing, but card and board games. List of what I want for those:
Munchkin - regular expansions (the numbered ones - we don't have any any, just the normal base set).
Pirate or Zombie Fluxx
Small World - Underground version
Zombie Dice
-Would you be interested in BPTP CANDY?
I dunno about that.
-Do you like coffee? If so, what kinds? Flavored, fancy, basic? Beans or ground?
NO
-Would a Starbucks gift card make you happy or do you prefer your local place?
NO. Well, maybe for my husband, lol. HE likes coffee, I can't stand the stuff!
-Are you a Disney fan or does even thinking about Disney make your head hurt? If you're into Disney, would you like something from the Happiest Place on Earth ?
I love Disney! However I live right behind Disney World, so unless it's movies from my Amazon Wishlist (posted at the top of this blog), I can pretty much get anything I want from Disney. Though I sure wouldn't be opposed to anything Steampunk Disney!!
-CUSTOM-Made Pottery?? yea or nay? coffee mugs, rustic or more elegant? a set of bowls? soap dish? bird feeder? something alltogether different? and lastly, good colors for glazes...?
Meh, not really my thing.
-Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cider, or none of the above?
Hot chocolate!
-Gum, hard candy, soft candy, or none of the above?
None of the above
-Loose tea or tea bags? Do you need anything for your loose tea? (Filters, presses, etc.)
I don't like tea.
-If you are into tarot, what is your favorite card?
I don't really have a favorite card yet.
-Would you like your own set of handmade rune stones or worry stones?
Maybe? I don't know how to use those at all!
-Zombies; Yay or Nay?
Yay! Zombies!!
-If you have cats, do they like catnip toys? If you have doggies, would they like a super-reinforced canvas toy with a squeaker in it?
No cats, but we have a 50 lb pitbull/boston terrier mix, who LOVES squeaky toys! She chews through things so fast though, lol!
-If you have kids, what are they into?
No kids, yet. Working on it!
-How do you feel about wearable knitted lace? Shawls, wraps, and the like?
LOVE! Preferably not in off white though. I love black and turquoise, purple and olive green aren't bad colors either
-Looking at the warehouse, I notice that our lovely Greenwoodtree is able to do chart readings and/or forecasts at a very reasonable rate. Is this something you would want?
Oooh, that would be fun! I would love that!
-I live in Japan. Anything you would be interested in from there?
Sailor Moon stuff!!! I've still never seen the whole series, just the American dub O_o
-You open a box from the post office to reveal the 3 things you want most right now. What are they? (caveats: size doesn't matter, but they have to be tangible/buyable).
An ad-free Kindle Paperwhite, a Calico Jack bpal scent locket, and either She-Ra dolls or a Big Sister from Bioshock doll.
-You are to be let loose in a clothing store of your choice, to pick a full outfit, down to the shoes, the accessories, etc. and things would be altered to fit you if needed. What store would that be, and what would you look like?
Gypsy Moon! (I'll pick the outfit tomorrow, just wanted this as a placeholder)
-What is your holy grail "I'd kill to just have one drop in an imp" bpal scent?
P013. OMG I love that stuff!!
-Flash games? What are your daily websites/blog visits, or favorite YouTube videos?
Aside from bpal forums...I always read epbot.com - she posts so much fun geeky steampunky stuff! I also really like scrangie.net for nail polishes. I don't play a lot of flash games, if I'm playing games it's going to be WoW or something on Steam.
-And what are your favourite characters from your fandoms?
Portal - The companion cube!
Doctor Who - The Tardis - in blue box form and especially Idris, and Jack Harkness
Bioshock - Big Daddies, Big Sister, Little Sisters
My Little Pony - Pinkie Pie, Derpy Hooves, Scootaloo, Chrysalis
World of Warcraft - Aggra, Sylvanas, Alexstrasza, Murlocs
(OMG so many questions from the forum... )
A few things that might help my Witch! The current forum questions are at the bottom I know some of this stuff is WAY over the current spending limit, but I'm putting it in for future rounds/reference as well
Bpal scents I want to try (though honestly I have so much right now, I don't really need more bpal):
Carnal
Defututa
Hunger
Ravenous
Satyr
Vixen
Dragon's Milk
Baron Samedi
Obatala
Urd
The Blockhead
Detox
Moxie!
PX117
bpals I NEED to own full bottles of, or at least get an imp (in the case of protos):
PO13 (I have an imp, but want more!)
Things I love in general :
Doctor Who
Steampunk
Vintagey scrapbook type things (along the lines of Tim Holtz-ish - or almost anything like what they sell at alphastamps.com)
World of Warcraft
Bioshock
Nail polish in funky colors (I especially adore glass flecked glitters, holographics, and duochromes)
Zombies
Fantasy Art (Duirwaigh Studios is a favorite site of mine!)
Pirates
Fun geeky/gamer tshirts (thinkgeek.com, jinx.com), and fun geeky lil toys
Amazon wish list
Questions from the SW topic!
Would you rather have HUGE list of things your witchee wants to try or just a highlight list?
-Either is fine.
Baked Goods? Yea Nay?
-Nay!
If not Baked goods and you are changing eating habits..a book of recipes perhaps that will help the new eating lifestyle?
-I'm not a huge cooking type person, so maybe not? Though a baked goods recipe book might be fun.
If you were to make an order RIGHT NOW (Not that any of you will make any bpal orders until SW is over, because you do NOT want to mess up any plans your witch might have!) What would you order (from lab, forum, DD, TradingPost, etc)?
-Calico Jack scent locket, Clockwork scent locket, imp case (metal)
What level of nudity are you fine with on items? Ex: none, tasteful, erotica?
-Any level is fine! I especially like vintage retro pin up sort of things
I know the ?airre asked about gently used books and if you like garage sales, but would you like other kinds of gently used items that may have come from a garage sale?
-As long as they aren't nasty and dirty, I'm fine with it!
Do you like cooking seasonings, like the kind you can get in ounce sizes? If so, things you'd love to try out?
-Again, not much of a cook. I wouldn't know where to start!
Do you like any particular kinds of green or black teas or coffees that could also be gotten in bulk?
-NO!
Favorite snack foods (and can they be from bulk section as well?)
-Again, not much w/the food. lol, I have a thing about getting food, don't I?
how about mix CDs?
-Sure! It's always fun hearing new musics
Hey, how do folks feel about little e-goodies, like links to stuff your witchee likes? (articles online, pix, fic, etc):
-Meh, take it or leave it
Tim Tams? Yes or no? Chocolate Creme, Caramel, or Dark Chocolate? -I've never had Tim Tams...
Is there any "classic" literature (Hemingway, Dickens, Elliot, Bronte, Hugo, Wilde, etc.) that you would like to add to your collection?
-Probably not, I love Shakespeare, but I already own quite a bit.
candles and/or aroma melts: yay or nay?
-Nay. I'm picky about that kind of thing.
Get your music player, what are the first 13 songs on Random?
1. Captain EO (yes, the entire show, not just the songs )
2. She-Ra theme song
3. Have to Drive - Amanda Palmer
4. It's Only Rock and Roll - Rolling Stones
5. A Ten Second Opera - Repo! The Genetic Opera (Deluxe Edition)
6. Shadow Stabbing - Cake
7. Shake that Ass - DJ Funk (What, I had a booty house phase! lol)
8. I'm Your Moon - Jonathan Coulton
9. Walk the Plank - Pirates of the Carribean
10. Istanbul (not Constantinople) - They Might Be Giants
11. Fansong - DethKlok
12. BSG Theme (original) - John Williams/Boston Pops
13. Seven Deadly Sins - Flogging Molly
14. God Only Knows - Beach Boys
15. Megaman music
16. Wake Up - Coheed and Cambria
(okay, I did a few more than 13. Just to show my huge range of music love )
Astrological charts and interpretation/ reports?
-Meh, take it or leave it.
Do you need another bpal box? If so what would your fantasy one look like?
-Probably not, I tend to keep all mine scattered in a drawer, since I mostly have imps
Do you have any blogs you regularly read?
-Oh good lord yes. Amanda Palmer's, Scrangie, Duirwaigh Studios, Phyrra, Epbot, Wondermark (web comic), Daily Blink (WoW comic panels), Hyperbole and a Half,to name a few. I take peeks at Neil Gaiman and Wil Wheaton every now and then as well.
And lastly... surprise! the world has given you the day off. You hear that, no chores, responsibilities, or budget you have to follow. What would you do in those 24 hours?
-Buy everything I wanted from Michaels/Alphastamps.com. Hey you said no budget! I'd call up all my closest friends and get as many as I could to hang out for the day (if it was now, it'd be at the Ren Faire over the weekend!), and then go out for drinks and dinner after So yeah, art, friends, geekiness, beer.
Favorite artists or specific paintings?
-I love Shag. LOVE Shag. Also Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell, Grant Gould, Brom, Brian Froud, David Delemare, Jody Bergsma, and my favorite - Stephanie Pui-Mun Law. Just for reference, while I adore faerie art, I hate Amy Brown. Just saying!
Booze? Yay or Nay? what kinds?
-Nay. It's that food thing again
Steampunk inspired items? Yay or nay?
-YAY! Very much YAY!
Do you like amurigami dolls?
-They are ADORABLE!!
Pirates vs Ninjas vs Zombies - who wins? Which do you love most?
-ZOMBIES! Pirates hold a dear place in my heart, but I love zombies just a bit more. And I hate to say it, but ninjas would probably win *sigh* Though the pirates might just get drunk enough to fight and not care, and maybe even win
Do you like wearing things in your hair? If so, what kind (snap clips, scrunchie, headband, etc), how big & crazy (lowkey, bigger the better), and colors.
- I'm getting big into hair flowers right now. At the moment it's just smaller ones, but I could use some bigger ones as well! Probably no more than 3 inches across.
Piercings? - ears?? - elsewhere?
- ears! Cheap earrings tend to go green on me though But I have 11 holes in my ears!
Chocolate. With stuff in it? Are you more a plain chocolate lover, a chocolate and normal items lover (normal items being nuts, fruit, caramel) or do you like weird stuff in your chocolate? (weird stuff being curry, chilis, balsamic vinegar, floraly things)
-I like white chocolate. AND I like chocolate with bacon in it I wouldn't ship any to me though, I live in Orlando and the weather tends to make it a bit melty
If you were able to get a vintage or prototype bottle from the upcoming West Coast Will Call, which one would you want?
- I don't really know how any of them smell on me, but I would love to try Monsterbait:Underpants, or CD:Alley of Games
DVDs, Blu-Ray, both, neither?
- DVDs! I don't currently have a Blue-Ray player.
What's your favorite animal? Or is there one that's particularly significant to you?
-The phoenix has been showing up more and more often, whether in thoughts or cards or whatnot. Bunnies are a big thing of mine, as Bunny was (okay, still is) my mom's nickname for me. And can Cthulhu count as an animal?
Sock Dreams? What kind? (anklets, footies, etc.?)
-OMG yes. I love arm warmers (though not the kind with seperate fingers - I don't like the fingerless glove style quite so much, they're usually too tight on my fingers), and thigh highs (but not the sock type ones, I has fat thighs and that type doesn't usually work well on me. I like the thin ones!)
Since this is a price capped round, would you rather get one "big" thing or lots of "little" things or don't care?
-I think I would prefer lots of little things, or maybe a medium thing and a few little things.
Do you like pirate-related things?
- Arrrrrr.
For those who like lipgloss, lipstick, tinted balms, etc, what colors do you wear (and warm? cool?) and do you prefer something sheer or more opaque? How do you feel about shimmer?
-I don't really wear a whole lot of lip stuff, I tend to eat it off, or it goes all flaky on me really fast. I do like the 'mark' lip
stain 'kissink', and need it in 'berry bitten'
Are there any fancy/gourmet/special herbs or spices that you'd love to receive? ie: good quality vanilla or other extracts, vanilla beans, saffron, lavender, etc.
-I actually used to love wearing vanilla potpourri oil, and haven't really been able to find a good one in a while.
What periods of art do you love most? Like, if someone was going to get you a tapestry or a box or some other item, what period would you want it to most resonate with? the pinks and golds of Rococo? the clean geometry of Art Deco? The romanticism of Art Nouveux? The strange lines of Cubism?
-I do love me some Art Deco and Art Nouveux
Would you like caffeinated lollipops?:
-meh.
Copied CD's or DVD's?
- Sure!!
Would you want an invite to a site that is invite-only ex. Diaspora, Demonoid, etc. If so, what?
- Not really.
Pillows? What size/designs/colors would most interest you?
- No.
purses? bags? What style/colors?
- Maybe a good messenger bag - with a really long strap, olive or brown.
Decorative scarves for hair and/or creative accessorizing? What colors?
- I have a bunch and never wear them, though I always think I want to!
Would you like anything from Starring Fragrances. They make awesome hair stuff, natural deoderant, and home fragrance (and a ton of other stuff, those are just my favs)?
- No thanks!
How do you feel about nail polish? What colors do you like? Sparkles?
-Oh gods I love nail polish! Usually not big on actual glitters - unless it's glass flecked (too hard to get off!!). I love blues and greens, I need some good purples though. I tend to prefer sparkly/shimmery ones, and not a fan of 'normal' colors (reds and pinks, unless they're faboo), or neons.
There's been an update...anything you're desperate for?
- Nope! I am safe this time around, lol!
What are your thoughts on comics? Any you like? Any you have been wanting to try? Favorite characters?
-I like Kabuki by David Mack, the art is just gorgeous!! I have the first few trades, I don't remember where I stopped yet. Same with Sandman - though I'd love to start over with the new updated trades. I really want to read Walking Dead, Fathom, Girl Genius, and Fables.
Ok geek check - what sort of geeky things do you do? Do you read comics/graphic novels? Are you obsessed with something (a TV show maybe?) Do you work in a geeky field? Do you play rpgs like Dungeons and Dragons? Would you like gifts related to any of these?
- Sailor Moon!! I play a TON of WoW (For the Horde!! I'm an Orc Hunter ) - and I collect mini-pets in game. I don't have any of the purchaseable ones except Lil KT and the Pandaren Monk, and I also don't have ANY from the TCG. I would love to play Munchkin (apparently they have a Zombie version? *dies*) because I never have and I tend to adore Steve Jackson. I also love most of the shirts from ThinkGeek.com & Jinx.com (2X currently, XL hopefully soon to be, I'm losing weight!). Also, Doctor Who. LOVE LOVE LOVE Doctor Who!!
Do you have a favorite fabric? If someone were to make you a fabric item, would you prefer it be out of any fabric? e.g. velvet, satin, silk, cotton, bamboo??? Would this change if it were an article of clothing vs. a bag/pillow/blanket/somethingelse
- Not especially, I like a lot of different fabrics
If your Witch lived near you, would you be happy or creeped out to get a "coupon" for a service like cleaning help or babysitting or dogwalking or coffee out with your Witch or something like that? Would you be creeped out if a local minion personally delivered a package to your house from a far-away Witch?
- Er, creeped out? I'm private like that sometimes O_o I suppose if they lived near, a lunch date or something might be fun though
Let's say I have a pair of something you collect, would you like one of them and we have matching things?
-That would be so cute!!
What three things are you craving right now?
- Steampunk jewelry (I love keys...), more rubber stamps of funky vintagy things, and a nap with my fiance
paper goods, anyone need? including resume paper, and formal stationery as well as casual cards.
- I love paper goods that I can cut up for ATCs
What is a scent that you've been trying to find even a sample of for a very long time to no avail? (What bottle would you die to get your hands on - even a partial?)
- PO13. A prototype that I was frimped one day forever ago, I adore it and wish I could get more of it!!
Is there anything in your life that you'd like advice or a "selfhelp" book for?: (ie finances, eating healthier, meal planning)
- Fun 'positive thinking' kinds of things. My favorite thing right now is TUT's Notes From the Universe, I get them in my email every day I like the stuff that's a bit different, not the same self help kind of thing you hear all the time Also, I'm trying to learn about Wicca and Paganism, and am also trying to be careful about what I read. I adore Laurie Cabbot and own "The Power of the Witch", and I also own "Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner" by Scott Cunningham, as that's what I am
Violette Market Update is up. Do you covet anything from it?
-I've never heard of that O_o
What is your favorite type of wine? Would you be interested in trying something new? In that case, is there anything you really DON'T like? Ooooo how about dessert wines?
- You know, I really don't know much about wine at all. I've been a very casual drinker of it, but it is something I'd like to get more into! I'd especially like to know what's considered a 'good' wine, and what's considered a 'cheapo' wine, I've brought stuff to parties before and been looked at like I was trailer trash *hides*
Easter Candy - do you like it? If so, what types?
- Trying to stay away from teh candy!!!
What scent(s) are you petrified of getting DC'd?
- Oooh, I don't know. My most common 'go to' scent right now is Block Buster, so maybe that? *shrug*
Are you interested in trying Super Villainess (from Villainess - the birthday scent that was just released tonight!) and if so, which item do you like the most? (Soap, Whipped, Smooch, Extrait, Smack...)
-Probably not that particular scent.
If I were to order you a Smack, which four notes would you like?
-Oooh, I've never tried those! I don't know if I'd want 4 scents combined, but I could see using either a Vanilla Bean/Spice Trade or Vanilla Bean/Lemon Meringue. Buttercream Cupcake sounds delicious as well, but I don't know what else I'd pair it with! Maybe Spice Trade again?
Would you enjoy receiving a knitted gift from your witch? If so what would you be interested in (scarf, hat, wrist / handwarmers, socks, etc.) and in what colors?
-Oooh yes! I love scarves - LOOOONG scarves, like down to my knees. I wont' wear them otherwise. Also arm warmers, with or without thumb holes. I like lots of colors - turquoise, deep purple, olive green, grass green, maroon, deep orange, magenta, black. Any of those colors would be fine
Would you be squicked if I made you something with a kiss print that was made with my actual lips? (The ones on my face!) I solemnly swear I don't have mono, Ebola, or any sort of French disease. Bubonic plague is still on the table.
- A bit O_o Is that bad?
What is the coolest thing you have recently bought or been given that wouldn't exceed the price cap?
- A cool necklace of an old-looking pocket watch. Though it has a clear cover rather than metal, and I have to say I had visions of a steampunked Flava Flav in my head when I put it on...lol!!! It may be used for costumes only, when it wouldn't look quite so much like that to me.
Do people like Roller Derby? If so, would you want anything from that sport? Like memorabilia or anything?
- Roller Derby is starting to facinate me. I'd love to do it, though the way my knees are right now it's out of the question. I'd love to learn more about it though, I really don't know anything about it at all!
Journals?
-Only if they were extremley relevant to my interests I have a few blank ones already that I haven't touched.
