Cross-stitched Halloween ornament? Absolutely!  I would love bats, corvids, spiders, ghosts, Beetlejuice-inspired, gothic snark, and cats.  

 

Are there any collage artists in the mix?   I would LOVE to curate one of spooky autumn goodness if my person were to be interested!

I've never figured out how to collage.

 

Have you seen the Dragon con list?  & would any of them appeal to you?

I've gotten decants, but that London Fog sure sounds pretty.

 

Which Harry Potter house are you? 

I'm also mad at J.K, but I'm often sorted wither into Slytherin or Ravenclaw.

 

Do you like any art from these two sellers? They are local artists and I will probably pick up some stuff for myself soon! 
https://www.etsy.com/shop/CaitlinMcCarthyArt --Love Faun.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BatinYourBelfry --That Mari Lwyd is amazing!  Also, I adore enamel pins, so I love all of those.

 

I make beautiful and very lightweight yarn-and-ribbon hairfalls - would you like a set in the colors and length of your choice? If yes, name up to four colors and length in inches!

Ooh, cool!  Probably brown, vibrant purple, lavender, and black.

 

Would you appreciate a skein of handspun yarn? If yes, what weight? What colors? How do you feel about beads? Any allergies to typical fibers?

I have so much yarn to go through right now.  Unless it's oil slick or raven feather colors, probably not.  I am allergic to rabbit/angora.

 

Do you like stickers? Patches? Buttons?

Yes to stickers, patches, and pins (not the round button types, though).  The spookier the better.  I do love Vampira, Elvira, and ghoulish themed patches.

 

Do you spend time in the outdoors?

I would like to, but I need an outdoorsy buddy to tear me away from my books.

 

Do you enjoy cooking and/or baking?

Yes, I do.  I'm getting to experiment quite a lot with the autoimmune cooking, too.  Even though I can't be super adventurous right now, I'm always up for recipes and ethnic spices that one might not find in Safeway, Publix, or QFC.

 

The Paintbox Soapworks Weenie collection went live today! Would you like anything?

Fairytale sorbetto/lotion looks great, as does Hex on a Beach.

 

The Pickety Witch is taking pre-orders for their new Halloween pins (estimated ship date: early September). Have any caught your eye?

Um, I love all of them!  The unicorn, the raven, poison tea, witch kitty, bat, and teacup all caught my eye if I had to narrow them down.

 

Zeep's Spooky Collection drops some time next week. Here's the scent list. Would you like any wax melts, candles, whipped soaps, sugar whips (whipped soap/scrub hybrid), body butter sugar scrubs (moisturizing scrub), meringues (lotion), bath bombs. 

Whipped soaps, lotions, sugar scrubs, or bath bombs in Beetlegeuse, Haunted Mansion, and Hocus Pocus all sound great.

 

 

8/14/21

 

Does anyone here like vintage Halloween? 
I like vintage Krampus, cats, and bats.

 

It seems like a lot of shops’ Halloween lines have items related to the same standard fandoms, such as The Nightmare Before Christmas, Hocus Pocus, Disney’s Haunted Mansion, Beetlejuice, Addams Family, etc.  Do any of those (or other ones) particularly resonate with you?  

Beetlejuice 100%, but I also love Hocus Pocus, and Haunted Mansion.  Anything Beetlejuice will be super well used or adored.  Even footie socks.

 

How do you feel about atmospheric/novelty scents and novelty food items? Things like "new car candle" or "eyeball jawbreaker" or whatever.

No thank you.

 

If you like tea, how do you want it delivered? Loose? Bags? Tiny little messenger pigeons (subject to availability)?

Loose leaf, please.

 

Would you prefer to receive ONE HUGE (more expensive) GIFT and 12 inexpensive ones, a few more expensive, or all about the same price?

I'm open to any way.

 

What are your fandoms, if any?

 Labyrinth, Princess Bride, V for Vendetta, Sandman, Beetlejuice, Elvira, Dune, The Addams Family, vintage My Little Pony, Alien/Aliens, Helluva Boss.

 

Do you collect things like tarot decks?  If so do you have a wish list or a list of ones you already have?  Would you like a silk tarot bag?

I have:  Crow Tarot, Art Nouveau, Spacious Tarot, Tarot of a Moon Garden, and Icarus (major arcana). I would love The Last Unicorn tarot, Neon Moon, Ethereal Visions, Anmia Mundi decks.  I would adore a silk tarot bag.  One of my decks is currently held together with a hair tie. 

 

Do you like rocks/crystals?  What colors / kinds?  Would you like them with holes drilled (either as a pendant - you'd need to stick a bale in, or a bead?)

Oh, yes.  Whole or as a pendant, especially black moonstone,  moonstone, rose quartz, black opal, red tiger's eye, lepidolite, malachite, citrine, rubellite, labradorite, druzy, hematite, or anything you feel has a particularly strong energetic draw.

 

My mom has an etsy store - she makes bags.  Do you love anything from it? 

I think the large raven bag would be nice.

 

Let's say you want something knitted.  What are you most interested in?  I'd love a batty or skull-based shawl, or gothy-flavored gloves.

* What colors would you prefer said knitted object in?  black, grey, purple, blue, blurples, blackened reds, jewel tones.  No navy, orange, yellow, brown, cream.

* Stripes, gradient, semi solid, variegated?  I'm open.

* What type of yarn would you prefer? No angora or rabbit-based, but everything else is good.

 

Are you interested in receiving any of the following homemade / home dried / home canned goodies? 

Yes, as long as they are AIP compliant. 

 

8/16/21

 

How do you feel about oracle decks?

I'm very open to one.

 

Would you like witchy/ritual oils/sundries? Any limitations (e.g. deities you won't work with)?

Yes, I've tried working with Expedite before. No limitations as I'm just starting the work.

 

Is there anything you would like to try from the UK specifically? (e.g. Lush exclusives)

OMG YES.  Bird & Blend tea, LUSH, Whittard tea, and Lush exclusives. 

 

Oh, and are you into astrology?

Yes, although I haven't gone super deep with it.  

 

What size shoe do you wear (inc wide/narrow, etc)?

8.5-9.  Usually a 9 for my wide feet in more narrow brands or Demonia. 

 

Do you like/would you want to receive comic books? Any favorite genres or characters?

Graphic novels are more my jam.  I have a few on my Amazon WL.

 

Would you like a palm stone, or anything else, from Haute Macabre?

I don't know much about them, but I'd be open to one.  I'd like to try the newest collaboration with BPAL.

 

What's your favorite flower(s)?

Pretty much everything purple, blue, black, and super fragrant  (or white for a moonlight garden, also fragrant.)  I also love the smell of japonica pieris. 

 

What's you favorite woodland creature?

Unicorns!

 

Do you prefer receiving a big box with all of your goodies, or is it okay if one or two things are shipped directly to you separately (with notice!!) for customs/shipping cost purposes (i.e. if there's something customs might not allow in from the States that can be shipped from within your country)?

I'm okay with splitting up or shipped together.

 

Would you like a fabric face mask? If so, do you prefer a dome shape or a pleated shape? 

I like domed with adjustable ear ties or behind the head ties. I prefer 2-3 layer masks. And in spooky fabrics or prints.

 

I have a literal stockpile of skincare products.  Can I interest you in cleanser, sheet masks, moisturizer, sample things etc etc.?  Or a general pampering package? What is your skin type?

I'm combination hormonal.  Sure!

 

Anything from here?  ChocolateStorybook on Etsy

No, sadly.

 

I have been enjoying the incense from here hand-dipped incense sticks | Hexennacht and here Hand-dipped incense sticks | Mr. Hex (mr-hex.com)  Any thing interesting from either site?

Hexennacht:

 Date Nights at Annapurna, or Tabac 

 

 

8/16/21

 

Would you like some delicious coffee? If so, do you prefer whole bean or ground? If ground, what grind? Also, light or dark roast? Flavor preferences?

No thank you.  Only dandelion roots or roasted chicory for me.

 

I may be going to the Renaissance Fair this weekend (if not this weekend then soon and multiple times), any Ren Faire goodies you may like? 

Yes!  I'd be thrilled with anything

I always go to my town's local Farmer's Market and they have booths selling things like candles, Gourmet Pickles, Flavored Oils and Vinegars, dog treats (like bones and animal feet), honey, and bath products. Would you like any of these things?

Honey!!!  And fine oils like olive or avocado.  I'm also down for lotions or soaps.

 

Do you have a preference for numbered packages for each night of the swap vs randomly selecting from unlabeled goodies? 

Don't have a preference. 

 

If you didn't say much about your reading preferences in your survey but would be interested in receiving books, can you elaborate a bit?

Oh yes.  My Goodreads should give you plenty of fodder (same with my Amazon WL).

 

Are you interested in cocktails, be it recipes, infusion kits, tools, supplies, specialty bitters? 

No thank you.

 

8/18/21

 

Is there something that you definitely prefer to not receive in any category (anything to avoid if you hadn't/forgotten to mention)?

Anything with food color, corn syrup, added msg, artificial sweeteners, most sugars (maple and honey are fine), anything with gluten, sulfates, or nitrates. No blush for makeup.

 

Are there patterns/prints (more guidance than general Halloween/Autumn) you like for things or are you open to whatever I may find that speaks to me? 

I have a good number of prints on my Etsy WL.

 

Any significant other or other special person? Like if I wanted to send you specialty cocoa for a date night, would that be OK? I am making up the cocoa part, but you get my drift.

Sure.  I have a husband who loves gummies, ginger and maple candies, and beer.  I have kitties who love Twi's catnip.

 

I would love to request folks to to put their wish list in this thread and link in their signature. I would love to decant from my oils if I have any my person is looking for! 

Any decants from my wish list would be phenomenal! 

 

If you happened to list some favorite fandoms earlier, would you also name your favorite character(s) from those fandoms?

Death and Delirium (Sandman), The Goblin King (Labyrinth), The Man in Black / Westley (Princess Bride) but Inigo is awesome too.  V for Vendetta.  Lydia Deetz and Beetlejuice from Beetlejuice.  The Unicorn (Last Unicorn),   Cheshire Cat (Alice in Wonderland).
 

8/19/21

 

Do you have an Amazon link?  Can you post it?? 

Yep, it's in my sw help signature link.

if you are a knitter/crocheter, are you over on Ravelry?  If so, what’s your user name there??

No, I'm not active atm.

 

8/20/19

I make homemade fire ciders, would that be of interest? Non-alcoholic and they are quite fiery. 

If it has any sort of pepper in it, I wouldn't be able to have it, unfortunately. 

 

Are you interested in getting other BPAL items besides perfume, like hair gloss, bath oils or T-shirts?

I would love a Tshirt or atmo spray.

 

 

8/21/21

So partner, would you be interested in a Frankenbag done in Halloween prints?

As long as it's mostly black, purple, etc. with no orange.    ALL THE SUGAR SKULLS AND BATS. Agree with Twi.

 

Y'all with furbabies... Are there any food allergies/sensitivities or quirks to know about?

Cats: No grains or pea protein.  Mostly limited ingredients.  They do well with Orijin treats or Raw Rewards.

 

How do you feel about (ethically sourced) butterfly / moth art (in a jar or shadowbox).  Sure!  I love morpho butterflies, but would adore a luna moth, or a death head moth.

 

I may have preemptively picked out 2 Halloween-themed mugs with cute matching spoons, before I knew who my match was going to be! So I leave it to you: Bat, or Cat?  Cat is tempting, but I would probably go for bat.

 

8/22/21

If you mentioned aversions to any common Halloween decor items (skeletons, witches, spiders, etc.), how encompassing is that? Specifically, is a "kid friendly" drawing of that same item on a piece of decor (like, a book cover or wrapping paper) still a preferred pass?  I'm pretty open.
 

Would you be interested in receiving a never-used eyeshadow palette from Nororiously Morbid (gothy colors) and/or a never-used eyeshadow palette from Pretty Vulgar (romantic neutrals)?  Yes, would love the more gothy colors (and I adore Notoriously Morbid anyway).

 

8/23/21

I live in Japan. Are you interested in anything specifically Japanese I could get for you here (doesn't necessarily have to be Halloween themed)? For example, are you a fan of the anime Demon Slayer and want merch? Are you interested in trying some fun kit-kat flavors? Do you need a new set of pretty chopsticks?  Yes!  I would love ume tea, actually, ume anything, any cultural arts and craft items like kokeshi dolls, oni masks, wood/ceramic items, fun regional socks, regional chapsticks...honestly, you could get me anything from Japan and I'd be over the moon.

 

there is an excellent chance teeturtle will have a sale in time for this swap: anything (particularly tshirts or socks) that appeal? Sizes?  No thank you.  

 

Haus of Gloi Fall Part 1 drops soon, anything here you like?  https://www.hausofgloi.com/blogs/blog/fall-lineup-2021  Spider silk butter, scrub, or perfume would be amazing.

 

8/24/21

Could you use a journal or sketchbook? No, I have enough right now.

 

Do you need BPAL storage?  Imps?  Bottles? I could use more 81 vial scientific storage boxes.

 

Do you wear socks?  What kind?  No show, ankle, knee high, over the knee?  Fibers?  I do.  I love socks, especially gothy, regional (like regional Hello Kitty or other matsuri releases), galaxy, graphic, and pretty floral and nature-themed socks.  I wear ankle, crew, and knee high.  I love bamboo fiber ones.  I have a sock dreams with list here.

 

Do you have a favorite   candy(ies) [or prepacked individual snacks] that you wouldn't mind filling up your box as packing material? Or teas/coffee blends you'd enjoy? If you prefer none of this, that's fine too!   Teas, absolutely.  My husband will take whatever random candies you want to throw in.  

 

I'm going down the Shore for a few days! Any treats you'd like from a cute beach town- salt water taffy? Fudge? Wrist fans? Tie-dye beach dress...?  No thank you.

 

How do you feel about fancy marshmallows?  They are great, but I can't have any right now.

 

8/25/21

We've asked about candy, but let's talk specifically about gummies. Do you like crazy shapes, sweet/sour?   My husband loves gummies and sours.  I can only have gummies made with tapioca (if starch is used) and maple or honey.  No cane sugar.  Dried apples or fruit without nitrates or sulfates would be amazing (literally just the dried fruit).

 

Anything from these Etsy shops? Kodiak Sea Charms, Halloween Hill Studio, Grave Markings  I really like the pins, earrings and the skull burst print from Grave Markings.

 

What about the Mutter Museum's gift shop? I like the rib cage necklace and skull stud earrings.

 

8/27/21

I grow mugwort and it's harvest season. Would you like dried leaves for bathing or tea? Or a bound bundle for smoke cleansing? (Its said to be excellent for divination or lucid dreaming, but do not use if pregnant.)  its also a digestive bitter and tastes great on chicken.  Yes, absolutely! Anything would be great.

 

I grow loads of other herbs and I'm drying them now. Any favorites you might like? Mint, basil, oregano, chives, lemon balm or others? Would love oregano, lemon balm, mint, basil.   I also have an herbal and other wish list at Mountain Rose.

 

I grew a huge load of onions and garlic. Any interest?  Heck yes!

 

Feathers? I have geese, ducks, peafowl, chickens and quail. So I collect their shed feathers and share them with people I like.  Yes!  I love collecting feathers.

 

I grew a boatload of Green Shiso this year and plan to make a shiso pesto with it. Would you like some? (Nut wise it has pistachios)  Dang, I can't do pistachio.

 

I also plan to experiment with infusing it in vodka. I'm planning a plain shiso infusion and a shiso citrus infusion. If they turn out would you like some?  I can't do alcohol on the autoimmune diet.

 

8/28/21

Would you be interested in this hand sanitizer dispenser/keychain that doubles as a light (its eyes light up when you press between its eyes!)?  (see photo here)  Oh, that is adorable!  Yes!!!

 

If you're into tabletop games, what games do you already own, and/or what type are you interested in?  Oh man, we own lots of card games like Munchkin (up through Cthulhu, Gloom, Cards Against) and some RPG games.  Would love some 2 player board games.

 

8/29/2021

 DO YOU LIKE TRUE CRIME STORIES? I watch some of them from time to time, but I'm not a Murderino or a die-hard fan. 

 

DO YOU LIKE SEASONAL MAGAZINES ON BAKING AND DECORATING?  Sure, Halloween-themed ones would be fun.

 

If you are enthused by the idea of receiving coffee, do you want whole bean or ground? AND do you have flavors that you like (or definitely hate and never want again)? No thank you.

 

 

8/30/21

Would you be interested in some very size-inclusive tights? There are Halloween patterns, but also most colours under the sun, and are very comfy.  Sure!  Galaxy, gothy, bats, or Beetlejuice stripe would be awesome.

 

What about indie chilli sauces/chutneys/jams? What type of chilli/spice level?  I will totally take jams.  And anything else as my husband loves that.  For me, no spice, but go wild if you want to get something for Tony.
 

In case anyone else shares a love for adorable tiny plushies, any interest in v soft and cute vegetable/fruit plushies? There are also small animals.  Small animals like cats would be fun.

 

The Polish Pickup/Indie Pickup is live for wishlisting, and will ship in time for this swap (this year). Anything strike your fancy? (It's not just nail polish...there's jewelry and bath scrubs and wax tarts and all manner of things. It's fun!)  https://polishpickup.com/ No thank you.

 

8/31/21

 

Anything here sound good to you? https://gryffonridge.com/  Any of the gourmet salts that don't have heat.

 

Hayden Evens Art has released some new Halloween and Disney-themed prints and stickers.  Do any spark your interest? To answer my own question, I would love Delia Deetz, Vampira, Haunted House, Vincent Price, Queen of New Orleans prints, and the Costly Retreats stickers.  I also would love the Delia Deetz shirt.  

 

So would you hate or be into more miscreant Halloween vibe decor - like wholesome figurines repainted, creepy dolls, goats with horns, (fake) animal skeletons, things in jars? Is anything too dark, morbid, or recoil worthy?  I'm so open!

 

do you use any sorts of semipermanent dyes or do anything fun/wild to your hair? are there any hair products you like?  I adore Pravana and even overtone.  Purples for me.

 

what about skincare? i am pretty into k beauty and am curious if others are interested in any aspects of this.  I love more natural-based skincare, like rose hip oil and moringa oil.  I'm open for toners and serums, along with face masks.