questions answered! Will be added to as more come in.

 

 

How do you feel about winter-themed but not really holiday type decorations? Things like snowflakes and fake icicles and the like? sure

 

Do you have a personal 'Good Luck' charm? Maybe you have a goddess figure to remind you of your Inner Goddess, or maybe you have a beautiful Cross to represent your faith...Or maybe you wear a Hand of Fatimah for protection....That kind of thing. nope

 

If you were to attend Hogwarts, into which House would you be sorted? no clue

 

Would you be interested in some knitted wire jewelry, like this? yes

 

This is kind of a getting-to-know-you-type-thingie, but I always find it illuminating--what's on your computer desktop? Images? Color

scheme? right now, an awesome picture of my hubby and my son. Before that, twas a b&w picture of my daughter.

 

What do you collect...besides BPAL?lighthouses, rocks, and dragons.

 

Anyone a fan of Goddess art? I love images of women, in beautiful poses, strong women, powerful women (No- Not Hilary ROFL) I like dark, vampire types too, not *too* dark- okay for general consumption type art too. nah...thanks anyway.

 

Anyone else a Luis Royo fan? who?

 

What are your favorite websites (i.e., the ones you visit every day, or almost every day)?too many to mention! but here, and facebook, come to mind the most.

 

How do you feel about Lush? Anything you want to try? -shrug-

 

How do you feel about home made lip balm, salt or sugar scrubs, soap, bath salts, etc? that would be awesome!

 

if you were to receive a hand-knitted item, what color(s) would you prefer AND are there any types of yarn that you just cannot handle (e.g. wool, llama, etc.) never experience llama wool, but sheep wool tends to be too itchy. Black is good.

 

 

What is one REALLY expensive, completely outrageous thing you would LOVE to get but totally don't expect to ever get from anyone? The full and complete version of photoshop. Or a corset.

 

 

Do you like coffee mugs? Travel or stay at home? How big? Do you like ones from Starbucks?mugs are awesome! I like nice big ones so I can do a BIG cup of hot chocolate.

 

If you drink coffee, do you like whole bean coffee or prefer ground? What grind? What roast (mild, medium, bold, extra bold)? Do you like flavored coffee?don't like kawfee.

 

 

Do you need any kind of tea accessories? Pots/cozys/presses/strainers?

no likey tea either.

What is your favorite hot chocolate or drinking chocolate? Do you need Vegan or no?

I really really love Ghirardelli hot chocolate, but what I can't get over here is the swiss miss pick me up chocolate. They had it at our store ONCE and I picked up 4 boxes, but I'm running out.

Do you need any decanting supplies? Pipettes? Vials? How about any wand caps? Roller bottles? Some spray bottles (for oils mixed with alcohol?) I've never decanted, so, yes?

12/12

I wanted to ask a question: are there any rare (or even uber-rare) scents that you'd really like to try? I dunno! There might be, but I have my imp of SGA, so...really don't know.

Does your forum name have a special significance? Refer to something or someone you admire? Reflect your interests? Come on, spill!not really. M'name's Katie and I'm a mom, so, motherkat.

12/11

What's your favorite texture?soft soft cotton! soooooooft. flooooowy. silk or rayon works for soft and flowy too.

What's one luxury item you want to pamper yourself with but haven't yet? bath oils/salts. Never have.

Do you prefer arm warmers to the wrist, to the base of the fingers, or half fingered?half fingered tend to stay put best. Base of the fingers works too.

Any favorite cartoon characters? Disney, Sanrio, etc? not really.

Have you (or maybe the younguns in your family) been exposed to the Webkinz craze?eh?

Who's your favorite playwright?

Anyone into physical activities? For instance- I'm training to become a Combat Archer in the SCA, and something I would use would be an Archers glove...is there anything you do as a sport/hobby in which you might need equipment?I don't really have anything...I'd love to shoot, either guns or bows. -wistful sigh-

Are there any witchy type supplies you're in need of, or would like to try etc.? Herbs, smudge sticks, resins, tarot/oracle cards, incense burners, pretty tools, stuff like that?no.

On nut intolerance - does it include things like almond/coconut oil bases and essential oils in perfume oils, skincare products, scented candles and the like?not nut intolerant.

If you are a fan, who were your favorite Buffy and Angel characters?Buffy! I always liked Willow.

Do you like Shakespeare? Which plays? eh..

12/10

Question for the Class: Favorite Musical? Phantom of the Opera, I think. I like lots of musicals, though.

How do you like your chocolate? White, milk, bittersweet, as dark as possible? Plain, with flavoring, with chunks of stuff in? Fairly traditional, or weird and experimental?NO white chocolate. Blech. Milk or dark as possible, or anything in between...I like chocolate.

Favorite animals? Least favorite?I like dogs and cats, but I don't like yippy dogs at all.

How do you feel about Heifer International? Or do you have other favorite charities not mentioned in your application?eh?

So for all witches of the shimmying types- would you like tassel belts/jingle belts/ ect and if so, how big are your hips?I need a shimmy something or other! Hips..um..I wear a size US 8 pants.

12/9

What are 3 places that you'd like to visit, or re-visit?Ischia (Italy) is a revisit. I'd love to go anywhere I can ski, cuz I've never been, annnnd...I dunno. Niagara falls.

Literary erotica. Who doesn't love it?I'll take it!

Are you planning on buying anything off your BPAL wishlist during the round?nope

Do you read graphic novels/comics? Which ones?yotsuba!

Which witches would want Bpal boxes? Or imp cases? yes. heh.

How about a short - or longer - piece of fanfic?sure? Not a huge fan of much of anything though.

What is the weirdest and/or most practical thing you are not buying for yourself right now? The thing that you probably should be buying, but have been putting off in lieu of something else?a mixer that actually works. Putting it off for...everything else.

Would you like handmade piece of calligraphy as a gift?Yes! calligraphy is beautiful.

What jewelry are you wearing now? What jewelry do you wear everyday-or do you change jewelry all the time? I'll wear a piece of jewelry for a month at a time, and then change it. Earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets...necklaces tend to stay on the longest.

Boxes, baskets, etc.?yes. I seriously need something for my imps; I have nothin'.

Chia Pet, do you need one? nope, I'd kill it.

Houseplants and/or things to put them in: thoughts?

Do you like baskets, jars and other interesting containers? Filled or Empty?yes! And either filled or empty, makes no difference to me.

12/8

Who are your forum friends, person or people your witch can contact for ideas?hmm.. my mom. margtheis swirly thing aol circle thing com.

What cartoons did you grow up watching? Any animated shows you still watch?looney toons, and all sorts of cartoon shows. Always liked anime. I don't have TV right now, but I'd still watch (some) anime.

Do you like honey? Will you like to try creamy honey with black sesame or with cinnamon powder?Yes, and sure!

What is the biggest problem or sad thing in your life? Of course, I mean the saddest or worst thing you can confess here.I'd have to think about that, or make a seperate blog post, or something.

What fashion item or style do you like, but never wear? corsets and really long skirts.

Do you like to cook? if so, what? Would you like things like spices, cookbooks, recipes, tips?yes and yes.

Do any of you like puzzle books?sudoku and word search books are great.

12/6

I love Christmas music even though I'm pagany -- how about you? love it.

Anyone else have a sudden and unexpected favorite BPAL lately?not really..

It's cold outside - what are your favorite drinks to keep yourself warm and cozy?hot chocolate and apple cider.

Would my potential Witchee be up for some music stuff they'd never heard before if they couldn't understand the words?yes! Especially tribal/bellydance music.

12/5

What kind of candy/sweet treat would you like to receive? british mars bars, if that's possible. Any cheap chocolate is good; I'm not a big fan of fancy chocolate.

Would you personally rather get handmade jewelry or the beads to make something yourself?the jewelry. My kids would eat/lose/throw away the beads.

12/4

It seems like there are quite a few knitting witches, so I assume they are on the Ravelry forum as well. If so, what are your names on there so I can stalk you? I don't knit, but I'd love to learn how. A good instruction book would not be unloved.

Speaking of which, how many Browncoat witches do we have?? And if you are, would you be interested in getting a Kaylee parasol? If not, would you be interested in getting a paper parasol hand painted with your favorite colors?Not a browncoat, but parasols are made of win.

Is there any time during the holidays (or the rest of the round) when you'll be away from home for a significant period and it'd be best not to send anything by mail?nope!

To make up for the fact that I probably won't be able to send my witchee homebaked goodies, will Tim Tams in any number of varieties be an acceptable replacement?Sure! Always up for something new.

Hand beaded jewellery, yay or nay?yay!

Which witches would like hair accessories: clips, scrunchies, hairsticks, headscarves, etc? would love clips! I have short hair, but I like to pin it back. Headbands or scarves would be lovely as well.

On a similar note, who likes yarn? What kinds/colors/weights/fibers? Handspun? Glitter? Funky art yarn made from shredded jeans, fake flowers, lace, sequins, and the tattered souls of your enemies? Other craft supplies you desperately want more of and can't live without? I don't knit..

Anyone else a total nerd like me and would like DnD/Roleplay stuff (Dice, minis, books, corny tees, etc.)?eh..no thanks.

How do people feel about unusual ornaments? As in, for holidays other than Christmas? sure! my house is in serious need of more decor.

Question: who would like a pair of handknit socks? Size? Color preference? Cabled, ribbed (for your pleasure), stranded colorwork, etc.? socks are great! Umm, I need brown or black ones, but I'd be happy with any color. I like pretty patterned socks.

How does everyone feel about steampunk? not really interested.

Since we're talking about warm winter wearables, who likes hats? Mittens? Arm warmers? yes! Arm warmers or fingerless gloves, especially. Scarves are nice too.

If your witch were to send you cookies, what kind of cookies would you like? probably chocolate chip or peanut butter.

Who likes tshirts? What about homemade tshirts? Like with transfers I made myself.... sure! those are always fun and nice to have.

12/3

Would you like to receive ATCs (artist trading cards) or would you prefer something more usable, like bookmarks or something? yes

12/2

What witch would like a cloak? mememememe!