Hey, Witchee, it's getting cold. Socks, scarves, hats or arm warmers?

I am down for all of the above. I have a Sockdreams wishlist here. I wear arm warmers regularly at work, because my office is kept at refrigerator-like temperatures. I like dark colors, and soft textures, though vivid jewel colors, and color combinations reminiscent of flames and peacocks are also a fast way to my heart.

 

Uh, yay for knit caps - cables are awesome! - and fuzzy scarves. Lots of love.

 

Halloween Candy, Decorations, and Costume supplies - What kind are your idea of FUN and which ones would you thoroughly dislike?

Candy: I like Halloween candy - small portions are easier for me to handle. Uh, dark chocolate is good, Twix, Milky Ways, York Patties - I like interesting regional candy, if you have any. Sour gummies are always a favorite. Please no pink-flavored bubble gum, candy corn, or black licorice.

 

Decorations: I like cute things, such as grinning pumpkins, cute bats, leaf patterns, etc, etc. Obscure book references are also good - I'll be making an Elder Sign out of EL-wire. Gross/macabre stuff isn't really my thing.

 

Costumes: I tend to go for elegant, highly detailed costumes. I don't want to look like X. I want to pass for X completely. Steampunk corsets, full kimonos, researched medieval garb: I take my costumes seriously.

 

Pumpking flavored things?

Yes. All of the pumpkin flavored, pumpkin scented things. All of them.

 

Are you a fan of anything that you would like a tshirt of? If so, what size would you wear?

I wear an XS-S, depending on the sizing. Uh, I'm a fan of XKCD, Game of Thrones, math jokes, pumpkins, Transformers, Celtic knots, foxes and Japanese dragons.

 

What traditions do you partake in for Halloween?

I run a tabletop board game for a group of my friends, I go to my parent's neighborhood block party, and this year, I finally have my own place, so I'll be handing out candy. Oh, and I'll be dressing up for work.

 

 

Dear future Witchee, did you get anything from the Beaver Moon or Weenie updates that I need to know about, so I don't accidentally repeat anything?

I ordered Goblin Market and Ookie, but I would be delighted to get Beaver Moon I. From the Halloweenies, I'd like to get my hands on Dark Pumpkin Mead, Morrocan in the Garden, and Snakes in the Garden.

 

Name some DVDs you wouldn't mind receiving, or are they on an Amazon list?

Disney films - I don't have enough cartoons. The Lion King, Mulan, Emperor's New Groove, the Great Mouse Detective would be welcome. I love Studio Ghibli films, and still need to get hard copies of Spirited Away and Howl's Moving Castle.

 

I like action/martial arts movies - you know the kind, where the hero spends most of the movie shirtless? Yeah, those.

 

On a more Halloweeny note, I really like real life forensic shows. The A&E show Cold Case Files, or Solved, the First 48, etc, etc. I'm a sucker for MurderTV.

 

I'll try to update my Amazon wishlist this weekend.

 

Do you want anything from Starbucks or Teavana? Tea, tea makers, rock sugar, tea tins, coffee, via, via refreshers, mugs, tazo tea...?

I don't frequent Starbucks all that often, but I would quite cheerfully sell a controlling interest in my soul, in exchange for more of Teavana's tea.

 

Would be much beloved:

Marasala Chai Black Tea

Maharaja Chai Oolong Tea

Dosha Chai Rooibos Tea

Pumpkin Spice Brulee Oolong Tea

Citrus Lavender Sage

Strawberry Lemonade Herbal Tea

Pineapple Kona Pop Herbal Tea

Sweet Fruit Garden Herbal Tea

Rock sugar

 

Cute mugs, or double-walls glass cups would be lovely.

 

(I like their white honey, but there's a local store that sells it for less than Teavana does.)

 

Pinterest - here

 

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.

Booooooks! So, uh, I like books. I have more books than I have bookshelves, and I'm okay with that. I like true crime, urban fantasy, smutty romance, and books of historical nonfiction. Tarot decks are always more than welcome! Oh, books about stuff, in the literal sense - my dad has a book about screwdrivers, and the history of tools that was fascinating.

 

I tend to use mechanical pencils, not pens (I make a lot of typos, and I cringe whenever I have to scribble out my mistakes.)

 

Witchee, the Haunt Halloween update goes live tomorrow! When it does, please post right away and let me know your dreams and wishes!

General Catalogue -Cinnamon Girl and Orange Blossom Tea both sound lovely.

Perfume Oils - Claw & Cobblestone, Coffee Feind, Gathering, Golden Pumpkin, Incantare, Winchester

And all of the lipbalms. Srsly.

 

Table Games - do you play them? If so, which ones, and which versions, and are there any goodies you might like related to them?

Yes! I run New World of Darkness every weekend, and more ten-sided dice are more than welcome. The same goes for dice bags, mechanical pencils and nifty folders/clipboards. The publishing company is White Wolf, if that helps.

 

Witchee, are you in need of any particular spices?

I burn through basil and red chili pepper at an incredible clip, and more of those spices are always welcome.

 

 

What do you think of hair sticks? Would you like a set?

Yes, yes I very much would. I have very long hair, and I use hair sticks whenever I'm dressing nicely. My only request is that they be sturdy - I have a couple of delicate little pieces that I'm afraid to use.

 

Are there any craft project/s you are working on now that you need supplies for? Or rather, is there a craft project you've been wanting to do but need stuff to start?

String! Yarn! Fiber! *ahem* So, I knit, and lately, I've been making kumihimo lately. Yarn, knitting needles, stitch markers, and kumihimo weights are all awesome. (I will update my Amazon and Etsy wishlist with examples, if that helps.)

 

For specifics - I am a sucker for soft fibers. Silk, bamboo, treated cotton, etc, etc. I like vivid colors, (and black. Much of my yarn is black), and minimal halo. Variegated yarn can be fun, particularly when it's a slow shift, such as the Twisted Fiber Art Evolutions.

 

Is there anything you'd really like to have/try from Trader Joe's, or any other popular-but-not-available-everywhere store?

I love fruit butters, and salsas. If there are any interesting local foods, I'm more than happy to try them.

 

Would you rather have something fun or practical?

There is a question. I'm down for both, really. Uh, I feel bad about liking knick-knacks, as I have limited space, but sufficient cuteness will overcome that.

 

Cards Against Humanity?

Sure! Also, Munchkin, Apples to Apples, or Magic. Games, I play them. (Have you ever tried mixing Apples to Apples and Cards Against Humanity? Silliness ensues.)

 

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?

Feel the burn! I love me some spicy foods. So far as I'm concerned, chili powder is measured in full teaspoons, not 1/8 teaspoons. Curry or chipotle would both be welcome, and my preference for both is 'blindingly spicy'.

 

If you were this mystery witch's witchee, would you be interested in Spoonfudge or any other such "ordered online" sweet?

Excuse me, I have to clean drool off of my keyboard. *ahem* Yes, I'd be delighted. As for Spoonfudge - Chocolate Cherry, Cinnamon (That's How We) Roll, Chocolate Orange, Pumpkin Cheesecake, and Chocolate Raspberry.

Also, mochi is a speedy way to my heart.

 

Also - Double checking everyone's baked goods status. Home-made baked goods or other food stuffs OK?

I'm more than happy to take delicious baked goods off of your hands. If you baked it yourself, I'd love the recipe, as well.

 

 

Is there anything you'd like from Lush, witchee?

Indeed! I have enough solid and liquid soap to keep my happy for a while, and I have a couple tins of their solid shampoo and conditioner. That said, I'd be delighted to my hands on -

The Pumpkin Bath Bomb (so cute!), along with any of their glittery bath bombs.

Any of the facial cleansers or masks

Any of the body butters, or massage bars

Lip balms! I love them.

 

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 chain yourself?

I have 13 ear piercings, so more surgical steel captive bead rings are always welcome. I wear necklaces regularly, and I prefer shorter chains. (I, uh, have proportionally large boobs, so longer chains tend to look less professional.) I can dig pendents, and my Etsy should have a listing of the kind of thing I like. As for stones - lapis lazuli, malachite, mystic or London blue topaz, amethyst and tourmaline are all awesome.

 

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 play a lot of table-top games, and I collect character art. I'm including the information on that below, but I'm stuffing it behind a cut, because it's huge and boring, unless you're into character art.

 

 

 

Other than crazy-detailed character art, I like foxes! Cute foxes, foxes getting up to stuff, etc, etc. I like calligraphy, kitsune, morning glories and cute stuff of cats.

For example -

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g148/aquagirl1300/FoxandCookie_zps0684ffaa.png

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g148/aquagirl1300/Purrito_zps31a66fb2.png

 

Also this sigil is significant to me, and I treasure the art I have of it.

 

Dear Witchee: Do you have any upcoming away time I should be aware of, for shipping purposes?

Nope. I should be in town.

 

Prancing Pony Etsy Shop?

Not really my style.

 

Miskatonic Valley Philharmonic

To my disappointment, the musks and patchouli has devoured everything that might work for me.

 

Would you like anything from Sock Dreams?

My wishlist, let me show it to you! http://www.sockdreams.com/_users/wishlists/2719cc458f0dded

 

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 haven't tried any of their teas, specifically, but I am a sucker for chai teas, and for fruity teas (preferably herbals, but fruity black teas are also nice.)

 

Do you like video games? Are there any you want to play? Do you have a large library?

My Pokemons, let me show them to you! I play video games either on my computer, or on handheld devices, but I borrowed a friend's PS3 to play Ni no Kuni (it's a game partially designed by Studio Ghibli.)

 

I play Civilization, Puzzle Pirates and Pokemon, all maniacally.

 

Name three BPAL scents you have tried, but are dying to get more of.

General Catalog - Carnal, Kill-Devil, Kumiho

Limited - Autumn Moon of the Mirror Stand, Giant Vulva, Halloween: Las Vegas

 

Have you ever tried anything from Paintbox Soapworks? Which products or scents would you prefer?

I'd like to try their scrubs, and the following scents sound lovely:

Big In Japan,

The Queen is Dead

Heima

Halcyon

Gingermilk

Sweet Cheeks

Lavendar Truffle

 

Also, these look cook:

Pink Grapefruit - Shaving Soap

Mandinka Shaving Soap

 

Do you like/have space to garden? If so, what do you grow?

I have a window box and a rear balcony. I'm not growing anything at the moment, but I'd like to try growing herbs.

 

Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for?

Yay! Jamba Juice tends to be my favorite.

 

Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ?

Specialty dice, mostly. I keep my Etsy updated with all of the shiny things I find.

 

Name five small things you could use, but might not think to get for yourself?

Uh, I need a new stick of mascara. I'm running low on thin hair ties, scarves and lotion. Oh, cute cell phone dongles are always fun.

 

Is there anything from a farmer's market you might like?

Fruit butters! Also, jams and jellies.

 

How do you feel about nail polish? If you like it, are there any brands or colors in which you are interested?

I don't have any preference on brand, but I like *deep*, vivid reds, glittery colors and metallics. I don't care for pinks, or pastels.

 

What about makeup? What brands do you prefer and which products would you most enjoy receiving?

Urban Decay does good things, as does NARS (admittedly, their stuff is expensive), but I use a wide variety of brands. I like glittery shadows (so much glitter!), eyeliners in all colors, and brown mascara. I am a sucker for tinted lip balms. Honestly, toss glitter at me and I will be a very happy camper.

 

Are you interested in anything from the Haus of Gloi yule update on November 3rd? Which products and which scents?

Scrubs - Potter's Breakfast, Eggnoggin, Rosy Cheeked

Perfume Oil - Glogg, Hearth, Parkin

Butterbombs - Sugar Plum and Holiday Citrus

The lipbalms - yes. I'll take any of them. I'm a sucker.

 

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'm not really a coffee person, I'm afraid.

 

If I made fairy, dragon or butterfly wing earrings, would you wear them? If so, which would you prefer?

Good lord, yes. Preference for butterfly wings, then dragon. Yeeesssss....

 

Is there anything you would like from the Blooddrop Halloween update?

Fragrances

Halloween Not Ever Again.

Chai Tea (oh, god, if you get any of them, get this.)

Candied Yams

Autumn Delights

A Coffin Built for Two

8:30 AM

 

Whipped Body Cream

Vanilla and Ginger Apple

Pumpkin and Honey

 

How do you feel about robots?

I, for one, welcome our robot overlords! (Also, the boyfriend does a lot of programming. Robots are fun.)

 

Do you want to be an early accepter or would you prefer your reveal later in the swap, say maybe closer to the deadline?

I don't have much of a preference. I tend to be a sekret-ninja-witch, and typically only reveal myself in a note in the final package, but if my witch wants to unmask, I'm fine with that.

 

Are there any GC scents that you love, but for whatever reason, you keep putting off buying bottles of?

Hellfire, Fox Fires on New Year's Eve (III), Kitsune-Tsuki, Kiyohime Changes from a Serpent (III), Kumiho, La Vague, War, The Fox-Woman Kuzuncha Leaving Her Child (I), O, Velvet

 

I'd love to get my hands on White Rabbit.

 

If your Witch were to create a cookbook of recipes she thought you'd like, would you be interested in that sort of thing? And if so, what sort of recipes would you be interested in?

Hell yeah! Holiday recipes, soups, meatloaves and cookies are all more than welcome. If you happen to have a favorite recipes for bread, or for eat-this-to-feel-better, that'd be awesome.

 

Also witch do you like use candles?

I do! I have a number of small Moroccan lanterns, so I go through tealights at a good clip. I also like the scented candles that come in glass jars - they're self-contained, tidy and difficult to knock over. These are important attributes. I don't have any preference on color, but I like pumpkin-y and sweet scents.

 

Would you be interested in getting a kit of sorts to learn how to do a craft or make something, with some basic starter materials and instructions? And if yes, what sorts of things would you be interested in learning?

Crochet would be cool - I have the yarn and needles, but instructions would be awesome. (Also, erm, books on weightlifting for newbies would be cool.)