Hello dear witch!  I'm sorry for going radio silent.  I have an issue with joint hypermobility that has been causing me an increasing amount of pain.  I'd just gotten up the nerve to try to get it properly diagnosed this spring (a physical therapist I was seeing last fall for something else confirmed there was an issue, but she's not technically allowed to make the diagnosis), and then... you know, 2020 happened.  Right now, I feel like my fingers are going to dislocate whenever I type or click   It's better this week than last, so I'll be catching up bit by bit depending on how much i use the computer during the day

 

 

9/25/20

 

I happen to live near this amazing place.  Do you have any interest is anything that I could pick up there?  The have hand made pottery, cookie molds, cookbooks with historical recipes all sorts of good stuff.  https://www.gcv.org/shop/ any of the kitchen stuff or games, particularly marbles or dice, would be fun.

 

9/23/20

 

https://www.poesieperfume.com/loose-leaf-tea  <---- would you be interested in receiving tea and / or scents from Poesie? the tea looks lovely, but i don't know tea well enough to pick one

 

I have been remiss--witchee (or anyone needing a minion), I am notorious for homemade caramels, shortbreads both savory and sweet, and catnip/catnip laced toys.  I've also started playing with homemade marshmallows and fruit candies.  Any interest?  sure!

 

9/22/20

 

Would you like any of Snag Tights’ Halloween offerings and if so, what size?  Huh, I had a pair of very similar spider web tights as a teenager.  Mine glowed in the dark, though.  Blast from the past.  Nothing really strikes me, though

 

Do you prefer getting one or two really nice/more expensive things or several smaller/less expensive little things? Or do you have no preferance? no preference

 

Witchee, do you like tea? If so, what kind?  I do.  I drink rooibos, english breakfast, spiced teas, and mint.  

 

Witchee, do you want anything?  Shirts, mugs, postcards from Anarchist Seattle, Portland, or New York.... https://www.redbubble.com/people/litlnemo/shop?artistUserName=litlnemo  no thanks

 

Would you be interested in a gently-used tarot deck (or other oracle)? If so, toss out some styles you gravitate towards, cause I have SO MANY DECKS and I'd love to send one or more along! no tarot or other divination tools, please.

Are you interested in receiving a burned CD of music? If so, name of genres, artists, styles that you are into or would like more of to explore. Yes, any kind at all!

 

Do you have an Amazon wishlist?  If you do and you're ok with getting stuff from it, please share the link!  no

 

Pumpkin/pumpkin spice – yay or nay?  Yay in food/drinks but nay in other products (soaps, perfumes, etc.) or vice versa?  What are your thoughts? yay, but i hate that in many foods they over-sweeten it.  Love the flavor/scent, don't want the sugar bomb

 

Candy corn – love it or loathe it?  Or just don’t care much one way or another? historically, i've thought it was great but only in small doses.  haven't had it in ages

 

9/21/20

 

I'm a knitter.  I have some knitted washcloths done, and can knit up more.  Would you like some?  Also, if answered soon enough, I can maybe get a scarf done.  Would you like one?  What colors would you like?  Thin or thick?  With or without fringe?  Are you allergic to any fibers - wool, cashmere, angora, alpaca?   Sure to washclothes - yellow or blue.  Scarf won't get much use in this weather/

 

Witchee, darling, there's a *slight* chance I might be going on a trip next week and *might*, in the course of this trip, have access to Disneyworld goodies from Epcot and Magic Kingdom - any stuff you might desire? it's been so long, i'm not sure what they have anymore

 

9/20/20

 

How do you guys store your decants so they are not a confused mess?  If you've got a system, please share it.  i don't love my system, but i have small imp cases by scent family/mood/season all in a small box.

 

9/19/20

 

Lilith are up! Is there anything from the release that you want? Decant or full bottles?  i did see some interesting ones, but i'll have to look back again more closely.  Lord, these questions make me feel old - I got in to bpal in time for crawfish dreams.

 

How would you feel about recipes?  YES!!!

 

Would anyone be interested in anything from Bucees?! It’s a magical giant beaver gas station/shop! It has spices, fudge,  Knick knacks, all things Texas, candy, beef jerky, roasted nuts, and of course beavers! Most things like the fudge and nuts are made in house.  oh Bucees - nothing for me since their greatest asset, clean bathrooms, isn't shippable.

 

9/18/20

 

Witchee, assuming you like home made/home canned condiment goodies, what is your spice level preference?  we can handle any level of spice from none to pure fire, but I like my spicy stuff to have a flavor not hidden by the spice
 

Would you be interested in anything from Cellar Door Bath Supply Co.?  i don't use bar soaps or candles, so no

 

9/17/20

 

Is there something from your fandom that popped up in another country you'd be particularly interested in?  What, and what store?  I'm not sure I understand this question...

 

Would you be interested in some boozy chocolates (or anything else) from https://www.chocolatemoonshine.com/ ? those look fun, sure!  

 

 

9/16/20

 

Would you, my dear Witchee, like anything from April Gloom? https://www.etsy.com/shop/AprilGloom  (this is our @spookygrrrly - switch witch code coming soon to a spreadsheet near you.) cute!  but i don't do skulls

 

How about from https://twinklentwilight.etsy.com ?  (This shop belongs to @twilighteyes - we can maybe crochet some of the unicorns that are sold out...) nothing i need, though i like the yip yip aliens and the fabric for the project bags is great

 

Would you enjoy anything from my friend Brian's Etsy shop? https://www.etsy.com/shop/BrianSerwayArt? a little too creepy for me, but beautiful

Are you a sock person?  If so what are your favourite kinds to wear?  Do you have a sockdreams wishlist?  i don't wear socks often because it's so hot here, and i prefer wearing sandals. I got some great longer o chevrons this winter though that i love.  i like toe socks and over the knee/thigh high socks that are opaque (i don't shave and have dark hair) but not too heavy.

 

If you're not near one, is there anything from Trader Joe's you'd like? fancy chocolate, sheet masks, those single serve olive packs they have, and the crispy okra in the chip aisle

 

How do you feel about local items from my city, like spicy (think chili) things or local coffee? The coffee is not spicy lol. YES

 

do you have good feelings about Funko Pop? too knick knacky for me

 

Candles! Anything from these places catch your fancy?

https://cantripcandles.com/collections (restocks Friday 9/18 at 9:00 PST)

https://miruscandles.com/collections

https://briarwickcandles.com/collections

 

just when i say i don't want candles, you break out the geeky ones.  No, i'm holding strong.

 

9/15/20

 

I have a friend who does pet caricatures. He's done ones for all of my pets. Is this something you would be interested of for your pet(s)? sure!

 

Do you decorate seasonally/for holidays?  Is there anything in particular you would like to that end?  i try but suck at it.  i love twinkle lights, especially solar ones for outside, and i've been looking for a summer wreath off and on for a while.  
 

Would you like anything from House of Gloi, especially from their Autumn Update? (https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1) i would be up for trying the pumpkin butter - cider haus, pumpkin eater, pumpkin queen, or red roan - or pumpkin peach body powder

 

I know the tea question has been asked, but what, specifically, about Adagio teas? up for it but don't order from them regularly so don't know the collection

 

What about anything tempting from Dandelion Chocolate? (https://store.dandelionchocolate.com/pages/home) anything chocolate is welcome

 

9/14/20

 

Anything you'd like from Future Primitive: https://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk i'd try to bath salts - not white witch or corwainers, but any of the other scents sound lovely

Do you have an Etsy wishlist? yes - i tend to use it as a way to track stores or concepts i like rather than exact items, but it's reasonably up to date

 

I wanted to share this link to a soapmaker I love and ask if y'all see anything you would like from them! https://www.herbneden.com/  the body oil and bath soaks look interesting. I'd also try the body washes and face wash.

 

Nui Cobalt Designs perfumes...(just got her latest email): How about the scents being discontinued? The Critters? https://nuicobaltdesigns.com/collections/critters-2020?page=1

or other ones? no thanks

 

9/13/20

 

Do you have a favorite art style/movement/artist? not really, though i'm fond of several spanish painters and like art nouveau

 

Who is your fashion icon(s)?  don't really have one, but i've always been impressed with Janelle Monae's style

 

What is your favorite mythological creature? hmm, not sure.  I like intelligent wolves and I read the pern books at an impressionable age, so i wouldn't mind a fire lizard

is there anything you want from Lush? no

 

Do you need any astrological work done, since thats one of my professions? Any particular areas you could utilize a consultation? no thank you

 

How do you feel about the homemade fudge I sell in my etsy shop?  https://www.etsy.com/shop/HollysRainbow -particular preferences, flavors (consider I take special flavor requests all the time!)? fine with fudge, but it tends to be a bit too sweet for my preferences

 

How do you feel about keto or sugar-free, low carb baked goods or treats?? i don't mind those things if it's made from real food (in other words, no artificial sweeteners, no weird carb substitutes, etc) 

 

9/12/20

 

Does anyone like the prints or items from www.ElissaMarieCreative.com ? I have a few of her prints and the notebooks and they are quality!  what a lovely art style, very cute

 

What about www.drawingsbynicole.com? Anything specific? not for me

 

Does anything from www.vapidlacquer.com stick out to you? nail sauce, body bar, and body cream could be interesting

 

I do pour painting/acrylic fluid art (with varying degrees of success, haha). Would you like a custom piece in colors of your choice (takes 3-4 weeks with curing, longer if you want it sealed, so it would arrive post-round if custom) or a piece already finished in my collection? I have mostly 12 x 12 and 10 x 10s  right now. Pics available upon request! sounds cool

 

After enjoying looking at the links several others have put in the questions, I decided to add some of my own favorite independent artists who I enjoy supporting - so, what do you think of the goodies from these people? And specific items you love? Enjoy!

1) https://www.catcoven.com/ 

2) https://www.mineralgypsy.com  the stud earrings are cute, though i never wear that style.

3) https://www.redbubble.com/people/thelatestkate/shop 

4) https://www.marikapaz.com/shop/

5) https://www.faunwood.com

6) https://www.shannatrumbly.com/

7) https://fiddlersgreenzine.com

8 ) https://www.hedgespokenpress.com

 

One of the things I do is make nifty things from sweaters that I cut up & upcycle into things like super warm mittens, arm warmers, striped arm warmers, cowls, teapot cozies, & French press cozies.  I don't have a slipper I love yet, but I'm working on it.   So, which of these things might you like?  Give me some thoughts on colors you like & if for a teapot or press, I need to know a size. arm warmers and cowls are good.  also open to slippers if they're open back.  speaking of arms stuff, i'm on the hunt for compression gloves or other hand pain aids

 

I enjoy historical reproductions and am a fan of LBCC Historical Apothecary. Is there something in her store you might be interested in?  this looks like a great deal of fun, but i'm hopeless with makeup and therefore unsure where to start.

 

9/11/20

 

Is there anything you'd like from the UK?  i like local stuff

 

Do you have a particular fandom you'd like stuff from? not in particular.  for fandoms in general, i like star trek, firefly, avatar the last airbender, a million webcomics, and a ton of book series

 

How do you feel about tea?  Preferences?  Would you want anything from David's Tea (https://www.davidstea.com/us_en/home/), Steepologie (https://www.steepologie.com/), Bird & Blend (https://birdandblendtea.com/us_en/), or do you have a favorite tea maker to suggest?  What about tea tools or cups?  i answered this elsewhere, i think.  no tea cups, but we're always looking for iced tea pitchers and caraffes.  I could use a second cold brew coffee sock, which is coffee not tea, but i was reminded

 

How do you feel about fragrant things for the home like incense, candles, atmosphere spray?  i have too many

 

Do you share your home with any loved ones (human, feline, canine, etc.) who might enjoy a tiny treat too?  sure!  they all end up snagging things from my packages anyways

 

9/9/20

 

would anybody like a small cross stitch thing, like a patch or pin? or cross stitching notions like handmade needle minders?  Sure! I like the tiny cross-stitched jewelry and hair clips that I've seen around (I think I have some saved on etsy), so I'm down for tiny cross stitch.  I have recently started doing embroidery and cross stitch, so supplies and notions are welcome. I am also on the lookout for crochet needles/hooks on the random craft items front.

 

9/8/20

 

Art and artists - anyone dig any of this?  https://www.studiodesade.com/  (They also do masks, see here.)  - gotta be honest that I'm sort of overwhelmed by the website.  The more stylized fandom stuff is pretty cool and some of the more abstract originals are cool too.  I could look more closely if you'd like, but my gut reaction is that nothing sings to me.

 

If you knit/crochet/weave, would you like custom dyed yarn?  And if so do you have preference on weight, fiber, colors? I don't do any of those things well, but I'm trying to learn.  I'd love something pretty but not precious, if that makes sense.

 

what is one fun/frivolous thing for $20 or less that you’d enjoy? feel like I've answered this in a few places.  I'd add chocolate bars and self-care bath/beauty items like bath bombs or face masks.  Let's see, other random stuff... My son wants to try painting his nails, so kid's peel off or water nail polish could be fun.  His favorite color is orange.  Also, this isn't exactly fun or frivolous, but we have been trying to get clorox or lysol wipes for 6 months now and no store that we shop at right now has them.

 

If I sent you to a dollar store with $20, what would you walk out with?  Oh man, dollar store shopping is an art.  I love a good dollar store (where things are actually a dollar, not the type that have multiple prices), but it takes careful navigating for 1.) finding reasonably sustainable/ethical products and 2.) finding stuff that's actually cheaper per unit.  Last time we were at a dollar store we bought pasta and cookies.  I've seen super cute, made from recycled materials wrapping paper there.  I usually check the kids aisle for hidden treasures (it's not uncommon to find brand name playdough, for example).  We've found nice picture clip frames, though I can't put art on the wall in my current place so that's not something we're looking for currently.  Rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and other first aid stuff sometimes catches my eye.  I will also occasionally buy kitchen items (aluminum foil, the occasional storage container) if they're good quality and something I need at the time.

 

 

9/5/20

 

what are your feelings on home made/ home canned jams & pickles or syrups?  I even make things with berries I grow in my garden.  I make both brandied & bourbon cherries. Syrups good for cocktails, in lemonade or tea, flavors include Lavender, Lavender + Lemon, & Lavender + Vanilla. Interested?  Yes, especially the cherries.  I love homemade and local, it's probably my favorite part of this swap, but, given the immune system issues in my household, I do want to say please don't send home canned items unless you're *sure* of your safety and sanitation procedures.

 

Is there something that you're especially hoping to receive for this round?  For example, a brand you've heard of that you're especially wanting to try, or a certain "thing" that you really want but just cant bring yourself to buy for yourself?? Hmm, I may have to come back to this one.  [eta] Honestly, I like the surprise of not knowing what I'm going to get.  If you want some ideas for things that I want right now but haven't bought myself - #1 is nice pajamas.  I really want some comfy pjs pants or lounge clothes, but every time I look the ones that aren't fast fashion are *so* expensive.  I know there have to be decently priced ones somewhere, but I'm too tired to look.  

 

Would you rather receive supplies/tools for your own craft/hobby or receive something you can't make yourself? Oooh, hard one.  Usually something I can't make, but I'd say it's a toss up right now - quarantine boredom has me hoarding craft supplies.

 

Is there anything you'd like from Penzeys (https://www.penzeys.com/)?  Oh man, we've been trying to declutter our spice cabinet, so I really, really shouldn't look at that site.  If they have cream of tartar, I've been looking for some, and we use enough garlic powder these days that I probably wouldn't be in trouble with my family members if I ended up with more.  

 

9/3/20

 

Would you like anything from here? https://www.etsy.com/shop/TaterRoundsBeauty  Nothing catches my eye and several things trip my superstition rules, so no thank you!

 

9/2/20

 

Would you like a face mask from one of my favorite artists? https://akumuink.com/collections/facemasks - that plague seeker mask is ADORABLE.  I would love a mask like that (I'm probably as size small).

 

one of our fellow BPAL friends makes custom masks, Hakutaku Custom Masks on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HakutakuMasks/ ). Would anyone be interested in one of her masks?  - wow, these are lovely.  The Foxy, In the Garden, Indigo Cotton Chambray, and Frida patterns are all up my alley.  My dad would get a kick out of that sake pattern.

 

9/1/20

 

are you familiar with https://www.a-natural-alternative.com/ ?  Take a peak & let me know if you might like to try something - nothing catches my eye.  

 

8/30/20

 

Is there anything you want from Japan? Current kit kat flavors are... Salty Lemon, Salty Lychee, Sweet Potato, Chestnut and possibly still some Cookies and Cream Ice Cream or Strawberry Ice Cream from summer. Other than that, anime goods, cute stationery, other Japanese snacks, lay it on me!  Nothing in particular, but I love trying new things!  A random thing that comes to mind - we're big seaweed fans.  

 

What are your favorite self-care items or activities? I'm especially curious about things that you hesitate to do/get because they feel like frivolous luxuries.  Add me to the massage camp.  That's one of the top things on my list for doing if this quarantine ever ends.  Otherwise, I'm an introvert in a packed house full of extroverts, so my biggest self care act is usually to go somewhere where I can sit quietly without others, which, right now, mostly means my yard. I cracked and bought myself a cheap lounge chair this summer, but what I really want is a hammock and a big floppy sun hat.  I've also been contemplating trying to get back into taking bubble baths (feels a bit selfish with the whole 1 bathroom thing, but I guess I can do it late at night). I do enjoy sheet masks, but always feel a bit weird about the wastefulness (both price and trash wise).  I've also gone back and forth a bunch on getting a reed diffuser.  On the one hand, totally pointless.  On the other, it would be nice to have scents I like and am not allergic to wafting across the house.

 

8/29/20

 

Does anything from Paintbox Soapworks catch your eye (http://paintboxsoapworks.com/)? Clean Slate face scrub is a personal staple.  Also, I recently tried and enjoyed her lotion, so I'd be up for trying more.

 

Does anything from the Trading Post's etsy page catch your eye (https://www.etsy.com/shop/bptradingpost)?  Oddly, no.  Everything available right now seems to either have notes or names that won't work for me.