September 15th

 

interested in anything from Lush?

Nothing immediately comes to mind, but I've used some of their soap before, and it's nice.

 

Do you blog? Would you like a header for your blog, a layout, etc?

I've been meaning to get back into blogging, but I haven't really done so yet. When I do, I'd rather come up with my own design, I think.

 

Would you be interested in a handmade bookmark?

Yes!

 

do you like chex puppy chow or muddie buddies (ingredients: semi-sweet chocolate chips, PB, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, chex cereal)? would you want to get some from your witch / nacho witch?

Om nom nom nom.

 

How would you feel about receiving a Groupon deal for something in your local area? If there is anything you WOULDN'T like, mention that also.

I've never looked at Groupon before. I am intrigued!

 

September 14th

 

Can you sum yourself (whether it be personality, life's goals, ethics, whatever) in 10 words or less?

Nerdy awkward scientist musician cartoonist Californian cat-owner asexual

 

How about little bottles of booze? Ya wanna? What kind?

I think you need a permit to ship alcohol within/to California, so this is probably a bad idea.

 

What are your views on fudge and brownies? (Also, if you live in a warm place, where the fudge might melt, that'd be helpful to know. Or, if you're diabetic and fudge is death, that'd be useful to know, too.)

I definitely live somewhere where the fudge would melt, but I do love fudge. Brownies a little less so; for some reason, chocolatey cakey things kind of knock me out.

 

Also, what about mochi? Love it, hate it, baffled by it?

Love it!

 

Anything from the update ya'll are liking? BPTP UPDATE

 

Does anyone like kimchi?

Yes!

 

Would you be interested in a sample box(from somewhere like Birchbox or loosebutton)?

Not particularly.

 

You have to place a Lab and Trading Post order. Right fuckin' now. No spending limits. What do you buy?

Oh dear. Uh. From the Lab, bottles of Tree of Life, Pallas Athene, Carceri d'Invenzione, Elegy IX: The Autumnal, Mictecacihuatl, Nothing But Death, The Night Hag Visiting the Lapland Witches, Triumph of Death, The Seekim, and the Zoom. Go go Salons and LEs!

 

Paintbox Soapworks - anything you're interested in, in general or from the latest update?

I'd never heard of them before. That Old Masters set looks interesting; I love how it's packaged. Also intrigued by Cicada, all the more so because BPAL's Brood XIX didn't work on me.

 

Do you guys have any sports that you follow obsessively? How about favorite teams and/or athletes

I wouldn't say I'm obsessive, but I follow the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL and the San Francisco Giants in MLB.

 

How do you feel about notebooks/journals/stationery? Anything you need or particularly like?

I really like nice notebooks and writing paper. My problem is that I'm never completely sure what to put in them. I figure I should use nice paper for out-of-the-ordinary things, and then I never figure out what the things are. I need to convince myself it's totally fine to take physics notes in a Moleskine, for example!

 

Does confetti/glitter make you angry or fill you with glee?

I'd rather not have it all over my apartment. It's already messy enough in here!

 

Fabulous witches and witchees, perhaps you all could note of you've received MeiLin's goodies? Or if you want?

What is this? Do tell?

 

How do you feel about stuffed animals/plushies/general soft, cuddly things? If you like them, what kind of animals would you be interested in?

I have two real cats. They'd probably chew on any plush toys that showed up. (Either that or they'd be afraid of them. They're a little pathetic.)

 

how interested would you be on somewhat personalized bottle cap labels? Like these that I did?

I like those! But I've already labeled all my BPAL bottles.

 

When you're miserably sick (*sniffle, cough!*) what are the things that comfort you the most?

Sleep! And tea. And my purring cats.

 

What constitutes ultimate luxury to you? (go crazy!)

I'm actually really not terribly fixated on creature comforts, for the most part. I like a nice comfortable bed in a room that's a little bit chilly, so I can curl up and sleep. None of this it's-85-degrees-at-night crap. I am far more interested in places and experience than little comforts. I would love for my comfy bed in a slightly chilly room to be in San Francisco, with a window that looks out onto some picturesque part of the cityscape. I would also love for the room to have an infinite coffee supply, and a computer chair that doesn't make my back sore. Simple things, I guess! (Oh, wait, does finding clothing that actually fits me count here? I would love to find pants that I don't have to get hemmed or shirts that aren't too long, even if they're the right width.)

 

What do you really NOT want?

No makeup! I'm a guy, and I won't wear it!

 

 

September 13th

 

How would you feel about kitchen towels and other similar household objects, if they are pretty or a souvenir?

Kitchen towels are always useful. If they're really pretty/artistic, though, I'd feel bad about actually using them for kitchen cleanup.

 

How did you dress up for your last party or compulsory-formal-dress occasion?

Grey khakis, grey shoes, button down shirt that's plaid in shades of dark and light greyish green, blue, and white. I hate getting dressed up, honestly.

 

Do you enjoy puzzles/riddles? (Cryptograms, Sudoku, Crossword, Jigsaw, etc)

Yes! They're especially nice for long plane rides, and I've been traveling a lot lately.

 

Witchee, would you be interested in having a special tea cup/coffee mug/glass to drink out of?

Definitely! I drink lots of coffee and tea.

 

 

 

September 12th

 

Would you like to receive e-books? And if so, in what format?

No thanks. I don't have an e-reader. I'd much prefer actual paper books.

 

If you have kids, would you be interested in getting things for them? And if so, what are they interested and what sizes are the wearing now?

I don't have kids, and I have no plans to ever have them.

 

Would you be interested in a felted handbag? Do any of these styles appeal to you? http://tinyurl.com/3o2epzl (there's at least one guy-friendly style, too!)

I have so many bags. I probably do not need more bags.

 

Are there are patterns, motifs, etc that you especially like?

I'm not sure if this counts as pattern or motif so much as theme, but if it's related to geology or to San Francisco, that's a good thing! I also like the idea of incorporating patterns related to these things (ie. mineral structures or seismograms or elements of the architectural design of various SF landmarks) more subtly into, say, an article of clothing.

 

If you're a tea drinker, is there any specific tea you would like to receive, not just the kind/flavor but also the type/packing--i.e., tea bags, loose tea, compressed, etc?

I like trying all sorts of tea! This includes black, green, white, red, tisane, etc. I'm good with loose or bagged.

 

September 11th

 

I am fond of the thrift. Do you mind lightly used goods? Please be specific! For instance, I'm a little squicked by used clothing, but I don't mind any other used goods (i.e. books, glassware, games, DVDs, whatever.)

I don't mind them! Even used clothing, if it's in good condition, doesn't bother me.

 

Do you have an Etsy shop? Do you know of any Etsy shops that are Switch Witch friendly?

I don't have one. The idea occasionally crosses my mind, but then I think about how little time I'd have to consistently make things to sell in it, I convince myself to not even try. I also try not to browse the site that often, because I don't have a whole lot of extra money. It's a dangerous place! Haha.

 

Would a gift or a postcard from Disneyland make you squee with delight or puke into your mail box?

A postcard from my Witch is always good! Disneyland specifically doesn't excite me that much, though, since it's quite local to me.

 

What are your favorite types of Halloween candy?

I am a fan of candy in general. In terms of very Halloween-specific, though? Those pumpkin spice Hershey kisses are fantastic.

 

Do you prefer soap or shower gel? Please give examples of your favorite scents or brands.

 

How do you like your chocolate? For example with nuts, mint, peanut butter, caramel?

All of the above.

 

Beads! Do you use them? Would you want some? What sorts of beads do you like?

I've never really gotten into bead craft.

 

Anyone here like caramels? Sea salted caramels?!?!

Love!

 

Would you like a hand dyed or hand painted scarf or wrap or other item? If so, what colors/designs/fabrics do you like?

Handmade things are awesome! That said, it is almost never scarf weather here.

 

This was a question before, but does anyone here like stones? Just pretty polished stones for use in whatever purposes?

I like rocks! Though, as a geologist, I like them even better in their natural unpolished state.

 

And another question; anyone like anything in particular from Think Geek?

Think Geek is another site at which I don't look too closely, because then I'll be tempted to buy things. So, no particular thing comes to mind, but I'm always struck by the OOH SHINY GADGET factor whenever I do visit the site.

 

Pinterest, do you have boards you want to share or are you following anyone with great boards you want to share?

Boards? In what context? Message boards?

 

 

 

 

September 10th

 

What #1 actor, director, author and/or musician are you obsessed with?

I'm not even sure! I would say I'm obsessing most over a place, not a person.

 

are you interested in anything from the Villainness Bad Apples update?

Discord and Proscription both sound very good.

 

If you have a pet, would he/she/they like to receive a treat or a toy as a gift? Does your pet have any dietary restrictions or other preferences w.r.t. said treat?

Both of my cats adore catnip. One of my previous witches sent them catnip beanbags, which led to hilarious behavior. They like small toys they can bat around, but they sometimes get bored with those in favor of random strips of plastic, because they're weirdos. They both like dangly feathery toys, too.

 

What are your top three "I want to try them but I think I'll never get to try them" (or, "I've tried them and I want moar moar moar, but I don't think I'll ever get any") scents/bath oils/sprays?

Oh jeez, I don't know. There are a few Salons I haven't bought because they're more expensive, but I could still get them. As for stuff I'm definitely not getting more of? I do wish I could've had bottles, not just frimps, of Tinfoil Hat and Leipreachan. I also have a little bitty bit of Skadi, which is gorgeous.

 

Is there a particular artist and piece that you would like a print of? If so, what is your max size that you could spare on your walls?

I hesitate to speak for wall space, because I don't know how much I'll have once I move. I'd steer away from stuff to hang on walls for this round, really.

 

If you are in to beauty and makeup related stuff, what kind of stuff do you like? What is your skintone and hair color? Are there any beauty products you've wanted to try but just never purchase?

I'm not into this stuff.

 

Do you like coffee or tea? Would you be interested in trying some different types?

YES. Very much yes.

 

Are there any CDs/Albums you've been wanting but haven't bought yet? What format do you prefer? (i.e. mp3, actual cd, record, etc)

Ever since I went on a long road trip with a friend who had a bunch of this stuff in his car, I've been meaning to get some Decemberists, Iron & Wine, and Death Cab for Cutie albums. I am always glad to be exposed to new music, also! In terms of format, I like actual CDs, but mp3s are good, too.

 

Are you going away for any part of this round?

I will be away from 22-29 September, 15-18 October, and 11-13 November.

 

Would you like to receive a mix-CD from your Witch?

Absolutely yes!

 

If your witch were going somewhere on a vacation during the round, would you want a little souvenir?

Sure! And I'm likely to include such things in my own witching activities, unless told not to.

 

Do you enjoy any outdoor activities? Do you have a favorite form of "exercise"?

I do! I like going for walks when the weather permits. I also like hiking. I recently bought a bicycle, and have been enjoying riding it. Exercise activities that allow me to be outside and see things in the process are my favorites, definitely, though I do also go to the gym, in all its boring glory.

 

Any witchee's with a ravelry account have any favourited patterns that cost money that would be a welcome gift?

I don't have a Ravelry account. I did learn to knit this summer, but I am still very much a n00b.

 

Do you work/study at a desk and enjoy interesting or cute office supplies?

I spend SO much time at my desk. I appreciate nice pens and things, but my desk tends to eat supplies.

 

Witchee, are you a fan of musicals? If so, which ones?

I am! Some of my particular favorites are Into the Woods, Wicked, The Secret Garden, Fiddler on the Roof, Spamalot, and Chicago. I haven't been to see one in a while, and I should fix that.

 

 

September 9th

 

Do you like to burn incense? If so, what are your favorite kinds...sticks? cones? resins? What are your favorite scents?

I don't burn incense. It makes me a little sneezy.

 

- Harry Potter - a fan? If so, what house are you?

I enjoy the series! I've never been heavily involved in the fandom, but I like it, and I'm definitely a Ravenclaw. SUCH a Ravenclaw.

 

- If you were to receive a gift card, what places would you like to get one from?

The main things that come to mind are Barnes and Noble, Amazon, Blick, Blue Bottle Coffee, and REI.

 

Is there a particular myth/folktale/legend/fairytale/godstory that you're drawn to?

Not particularly, but in a more general sense, the idea of animism appeals to me. It's kind of a natural extension of all of those personified inanimate things that I draw, I guess.

 

If you RP, tabletop, forum, or otherwise... Do you have any original characters you'd like to see art of? If so, please give information! Even if it's a link to a web page or a profile or picture!

I haven't been RPing lately. I'd say any of my RP characters are outdated at this point.

 

If you could see anything, what would it be? Can be a person, an event, a landmark or monument, an object, etc. And it doesn't have to be on this planet, or in this time period, or in this reality!

 

When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter?

I like to sit down with my cats and just relax. I'll usually have some TV on in the background and may draw some pictures, but I may also just spend the time looking at mindless things online. Depending on what kind of day it was, tea, chocolate, or wine might be involved. But at the very least, just sitting and petting the cats.

 

What are your thoughts on comics? Any you like? Any you have been wanting to try? Favorite characters?

I love comics! Some particular favorites of mine are Sandman, Fables, Watchmen, The Unwritten, Irredeemable, Scott Pilgrim. I've been meaning to read Y: The Last Man, and also Incorruptible. There are others I always think look interesting when I go to a comic store, but I can't think of them off the top of my head.

 

Are you musical? Do you play an instrument, and if so, what? If not, what do you wish you could play or do?

I play entirely too many musical instruments: violin, viola, piano, viola da gamba, recorder, crumhorn, guitarron, mandolin, and several Javanese gamelan instruments.

 

Does anyone garden? And if you do, what do you grow? If not, would a starter garden kit be something you'd be interested in?

I don't garden. I'd love to, but I don't have space in which to grow things.

 

Do you decorate for Halloween? Is your decorating taste elegant, kitschy and fun, or scary?

I don't decorate for Halloween. I really only have an apartment door facing the rest of the apartment complex, anyway.

 

Witchee, do you have any symbols or totems that have special meaning for you?

I'm not sure if these really count, but San Francisco's landmarks in general are meaningful to me. Also, seismograms.

 

Is anyone fond of programs like Adopt a Tree/Highway/Library/Manatee/Acre of Rainforest/etc?:

I like them on principle, but I've never really done any of them.

 

 

 

September 8th

 

From the Weenie Update....what are you most wanting to try?

Elegy IX: The Autumnal, Nothing But Death, Black Apple of Saturn, The Night Hag Visiting the Lapland Witches, Triumph of Death, Mictecacihuatl, The Seekim, The Zoom.

 

Who's into nail polish? What colors/brands?

I'm not.

 

Is there a quote (or lyric or part of a poem) that really resonates with you or is your favorite?

I don't have a single favorite.

 

Dream candle? Scent, color, type (tealight, votive, pillar, jar, etc.), throw...

Hmm. I've never really used candles, so I don't know. It would be fantastic to have one that captured the scent of a cool foggy night by the water, especially since I live in the desert. I guess it would have to be blueish grey.

 

Do you like knitted goodies? If so, what would you like and what colors?

It generally doesn't get cold enough here to warrant wearing knitted things, but socks are still good. I like blues and greens and greasy.

 

Would you be interested in homemade edibles that are NOT sweets? Any specifics?

Sure! No specifics come to mind, though.

 

What GC do you live in mortal terror of the lab discontinuing, but never get around to buying?

Uhh. There are a couple. Tenochtitlan, Lear, Yorick, and Cathode immediately come to mind.

 

Yo, yarnies! Do you Ravelry? If so, who are you over thar?

I don't do Ravelry. I am an epic n00b at knitting. I am still in the "knit rectangular things" phase.

 

Social Media?

I'm on Twitter pretty regularly, same username as here. I'm also on Tumblr, with this same username. I have a Facebook, but I rarely check it. I've been meaning to start a more standard blog.

 

Do you have wishlists for non-BPAL e-tailers? And if so, could you provide a link or a list?

Not at the moment. Thinking of pulling one together for Blick art supplies, though.

 

Witchee, do you use a PC or a Mac?

I have a Mac.

 

What is your favorite animal?

Oh jeez, I have no idea. I guess I could cop out and say my two particular cats are my favorites. Some more general favorites: foxes, otters, martens, cheetahs.

 

What are you going to be for Halloween?

Probably a personified cable car. Like so, except not Christmasy: http://mitya.deviantart.com/art/Cable-Car-olers-190931587

 

If you could have a piece of oil painting jewelry (pendant, pair of earrings, or ring) with absolutely anything painted on it, what would it be?

(If you prefer wall art instead, same question as above.)

I don't wear jewelry. I also hesitate to get new wall art right before I move.

 

How do you feel about nick-knacks?

I like small goofy stuff! It is always in danger of being appropriated by the cats, though.

 

What traditions (family, holiday, or otherwise) are important to you?

My family actually doesn't have much in the way of traditions. There was a general sequence of events and guests associate with Christmas, but even that has dissipated in the past few years. I have no real individual traditions, either, though I'm trying to make a habit of going to San Francisco for major anniversaries related to its history. I can't wait until I live there, though, and don't have to travel for these things.

 

Do you like going to the movies?

I always enjoy myself when I do go, but I rarely go.

 

What are your favorite restaurants?

There's a tapas place called Sevilla that's basically the best restaurant in Riverside. This really isn't much of a restaurant town, though. In Los Angeles, I like Kobawoo House for Korean food. In San Francisco, I like Borobudur, House of Nanking, Fang, Higher Grounds, Moki's Sushi, Epicenter Cafe, and plenty of others.

 

Do you play any video games?

Not really.

 

Do you like any anime?

I don't really know any anime.

 

Do you have an E-reader/iPad/something similar that you need a cover/case for?

I don't have any of those.

 

how much do you like jewelry? like, if you were to get a shit ton of it during the round, how excited would you be?

I don't wear jewelry.

 

How would you like to receive some of your Witch's favorite recipes, tailored to your likes/dietary restrictions? And specific wants?

Recipes are good, especially if they're fairly foolproof. I am not terribly good at cooking, and would love to be able to make tasty things without screwing up.

 

Do you need any boxes to store your smellies in? What would you store in said hypothetical box--imps, bottles, supplies, all of the above?

I am doing pretty well for storage space right now, but I would never turn down a handmade box.

 

Muppets: yea or nay?

Yea.

 

Do you have an affinity for Calvin and Hobbes, Peanuts, The Far Side, and other comic strips? If so, which is your favorite?

I like all of those. Calvin and Hobbes is my favorite among those.

 

Favorite Mythological Creature?:

I dunno. Gryphons are pretty cool.

 

Do you like hair things barrettes, headbands, flowers

No thanks.

 

Expanding on the hair question - does anyone like those flower clips for the hair that are big right now??

Still no thanks.