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SwitchWitch 2023

ReallyZeb

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Last updated: 25th September 2023

 

Wishlists

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/uk/people/PrayUntoBastet?ref=favs_index_1&tab=items Please note that this wishlist includes a load of "if I win the lottery" things that I will buy when I'm rich!
Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/registry/wishlist/388AMHU9X80YL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_ws_o1XQzb7YF2J4V - please ignore any Pandora charms on there!
SockDreams: https://sockdreams.com/apps/iwish?share=6892145049895
BPAL/BPTP: in my signature

 

 

8/29

 

would you like a scarf?  If so, colors, length, iwide or skinny?  Bulky yarn or thin and slinky??  No thank you, I've got far too many. The only knit/crochet thing I have need for is mid calf socks
 

How about some dishcloths, for the kitchen?  Or spa cloths for the bathroom?  If so, which?  Any particular colors?? No thank you

 

Would you like any of Cat Coven's Halloween goods? It's her original artwork based on medieval art. (It's a limited edition of everything, so hopefully things arent sold out yet.) The Spring Awakening zip bags, the Cat Dragon print, the Leave Me Alone print above all others, the Marginalia crew (2XL)

 

Look at The Green Salmon's webpage The Green Salmon - do you fancy any of the teas, coffees etc? It's a favorite place for me to stop on the coast, and I'll take any excuse to drive to the ocean. The Na Na Na Na Bat Blend! or Campfire Blend in whole beans. I would have liked to try the hemp infused coffee but I think customs will have a fit

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What are your favorite halloween/samhain treats to eat? Please be specific. I have access to various candy stores, including healthy candy lol. Tablet and fudge always go down well, love cherry, vanilla, chocolate, salted caramel

 

Would you like any of these Snag Halloween tights? And if so, which of their sizes?

https://snagtights.com/pages/halloween (my question, I've grabbed what I like)

 

Also is there anything you would particularly like from the UK? - A properly left wing/green government. Membership of the EU. (It's my question 😉 )

 

 

8/30

 

What Halloween things off RedBubble do you like? Share link if possible. Cathulu tee: https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/Cathulhu-by-ilustrata/27538795.J0YUH or Miskatonic U tee: https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/CTHULU-AND-LOVECRAFT-MISKATONIC-UNIVERSITY-by-ShirtWreck/29093787.J0YUH (V neck, 2xl and charcoal heather)

 

 

8/31

 

Is there anything you might want from Japan? Snacks (autumn flavors are out~), nerdy stuff, cute stuff anything! Cute cat or Ghibli stuff, shiso pepper, old kimono fabric, little soup bowls, very shallow bowls or triangular plates (had some once but all broken now :( ), gansai pigment set

 

is there anything being removed from site or a virtual con scent you are interested in trying? No thank you

 

Moonalisa.....she just released her new Halloween scents, lip balm, candles, and soaps, want anything?  (mooscents.com) No thank you

 

9/1

 

I was wondering whether Tim Tams in any incarnation would tempt my witchee? They would not

 

On the less sweet side, are there any other Australian things you might be tempted by? Something savoury? Not sure what is available

 

Do you enjoy fanfic? I would be happy to write something for you, and/or read/comment upon/gush over thing(s) you've written, if that's something you'd enjoy... Not my sort of thing

 

Would you appreciate rare TAL decant(s) in 1 mL amber roll-on bottle(s)? Yes if it was appropriate

 

How do you feel about enamel pins?  If positively, which fandoms or topics would you like? I like them but I never wear them

 

 

9/2

 

I make lightweight hairfalls, the kind that can be attached to a pony  tail or to pig tails. They are good for those of us that are more tender-headed. I use a variety of materials like shibori ribbon, and puffy yarns and pieces of lace and silk. You can use them for every day or as part of your Weenie costume. Is this of interest to you? If so tell me what length, what color(s) and if you want one for a pony tail or two for pig tails. No thank you


During my recent travels I got to experience the incredible delight of Serge Luten perfumers here in Paris (imagine if the Lab and Anna Sui made babies inside a Cadbury Cream Egg decorated with stained glass windows and...you've come close to the experience of being in that shop). Anyway, after spending gobs of monies, they loaded me up with delectable samples of their insanely expensive wares- do you want some??? I would love to try


Haus Of Gloi just had their Halloween update! Anything appeal to you? https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1  Refresher sprays - Hex, Kitchen Witch, Apple Milk

 

 

9/3

 

I just came across this Etsy shop (TheGrayMuse) and  I WILL BE ORDERING and wondering if you would like something from there as well? Not the flowers but the colour wheel keychain is awesome

 

Future Primitive Soaps has released it's fall stuff.  Would you like anything from there dearest witchee?  https://futureprimitivesoap.co.uk I will be putting an order in as soon as I know who my witchee is - I have a permanent discount there so better for me to get it

 

I harvested some elderberries yesterday and I have a lot more out there, so I made a batch of elderberry syrup. Would you appreciate a 4oz bottle of it? no thank you

 

Do you want anything from Sea Witch Botanicals (I can buy it locally from shops)? Incense sticks and a burner (Quoth the Raven or Hermitage)

 

Hirons Drug Store - which is basically an Unbelievable place to browse for every kind of eclectic, fun, spooky, weird, and even useful thing you could want - so tell me some Odds And Ends of things you like or want, I know this is open ended, sorry - - gadgetry, stickers, toys, pens, costumery, snacks, decoration, kitchen stuff, etc  - One time my witch got me an awesome skull headed dish brush with 'crystal' eyes and after about a decade it died, I'd love another

 

Gift Certificates you'd like to places that are local to you? Cowling & Wilcox art supplies

 

How do you feel about ILNP nail polish and what are your favs from the new Cosmos collection and any others on their site?? No nail polish - my nails are, quite frankly, buggered since chemo and will never be good again

 

Would you be interested in anything from Alobudra? https://alobudrallc.company.site/products/ No thank you

 

are there any more “traditional” Japanese souvenirs you’d like to have (think chopsticks, tenugui, washi paper, etc.)? Little ceramic bowls, gansai pigments

 

 

9/4

 

Would you like to try Brujita Skincare ?  (Ignore the out of stock except for In Your Room collection and Inner Child Ritual candle.) No thank you

 

Would you be interested in any jewelry or other items made with tiny bones from this shop? There are some Halloween themed ones: https://www.tinybonesandthings.com/s/shop No thank you

 

If you like tea, is there anything you would like from Bird & Blend? https://www.birdandblendtea.com/ - this was my question 😉 

 

 

9/5

 

BloomChic - just discovered them - Take a look at the Halloween stuff, and tell me the link and the size of whatever thing you like! Size 1X grey in this: https://bloomchic.com/collections/halloween/products/halloween-graphic-cuffed-sleeve-t-shirt?_pos=19&_fid=73fc3533d&_ss=c

 

Poesie Tea! Do you like? Some of my favorites are from this company. https://www.poesieperfume.com/loose-leaf-tea - no thank you

 

 

9/6

 

Would you like anything from Trader Joe's? (Pumpkin products are, sadly, not in stores yet, but they will be during this round!)

 

Do you have any Halloween traditions? No

 

What about Halloween-related fandoms? (ie. The Nightmare Before Christmas) Does Sandman count?

 

non-U.S folks!!!  We always end up asking what we'd like from your exotic-to-us locales, but do you have any wishes for things from the States? I do love Goldfish crackers

 

I make things from thrifted sweaters that I cut up & make things from.  Do you like armwarmers?  yes

Long or short? wider and medium - I like long but I'm short!

Solid color ( elegant) or funky stripes made from multiple sweaters? Stripes

Fave colors?  Jewel brights, black & grey

Is cashmere okay?  Yes

Wool & related blends? ( I never use scratchy wool for arm warmers.) Yes

Do you like buttons used decoratively? Yes

 

I also do coiled & sewn rope work- it's functional art I wrap the rope in fabric & add appliques.  I just had my first art show with these- bowls, trivets ( that can hang on the wall when not in use), coasters.  Is this something you'd  like ? Probably not for me

What sort of Halloween fabric?  Whimsical? Witchy, bats, mushrooms, moths? Moths, bats

How gothy do you like? Not completely over the top but I do like it

have velvets & sparkly stuff to work with too.  What is your preference witchee? I like velvets, not so much on the sparkly as it always seems to shed

 

 

9/7 

 

How do you feel about cherry things? Check out Cherry Republic and let me know if anything catches your eye! Most things I like won't travel well or are too heavy (CHerriyaki Sauce!), but cherry shortbread and Michigan Minnows look good

 

Similarly, are you into fancy flavors of olive oil or vinegar? Check out Fustini's and let me know if anything appeals! Herbs de Provence or Persian Lime oils,  and the Bourbon Maple Syrup

 

We also have an awesome store for jams and sauce, American Spoon which you should totally check out! Smoky Corn Salsa looks so good but it would be too heavy

 

Would you like some locally sourced maple syrup? Always

 

Finally, I live in a place known for fudge. Do you like it and/or are their flavors you particularly like? My favorite shop is Murdick's if you need to see a flavor list. Fudge is always awesome - Butter Pecan, Butterscotch, Cherry, German Chocolate, Maple Bourbon Pecan, Penuche, Chocolate Espresso or Turtle would be awesome

 

Anything from the IKEA Halloween store catch your witchy eye? https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/campaigns/halloween/ Thos pumpkin string lights

 

https://wildsoulriver.com I own the Magical Nature Tarot and love the feel of the cards.  They have candles and teas and tinctures and books of the activist or witchy sort.  Anything you see that you'd like? No thank you

 

I live near a Penzey's Spice https://www.penzeys.com 

- do you cook? yes

- Do you want fancy schmancy spices or spice blends?  yes - Sunny Paris or Fox Point herb blends, Sichuan Pepper if they have it. 

- Do you have a favorite alternative source that you prefer and or recommend?  For example egads I am asking lots of Qs Curio Spice Co, Diaspora etc do ethically sourced spices. 

-  If you cook is there a type of cuisine you are interested in learning more about and would appreciate a starter pack of spices for that type of cooking? No thank you

 

Colourpop's Haunted Mansion collection dropped today.  

If you're interested in makeup or skin care, are you interested in anything from Colourpop?  No thank you

https://colourpop.com/

 

 

Anything of interest from Cellar Door? (They have candles and soaps.)

 

Are you into wax melts, candles, incense, room sprays, or none of the above?

 

Would you like anything from Luvmilk's Monster Mash?

 

I dye yarn.  Are you a person who crafts with such?  What fiber, weights, and colors would tickle your fancy?  Would you rather have two different 100g skeins or enough of the same something for a bigger project? Not my sort of thing

 

Provided my experiments work, would you be interested in a bar of homemade tallow soap?  I promise I will not send you anything particularly suspect, so this is entirely contingent upon my competence. No thank you

 

Do homemade caramels or shortbread tickle your fancy? Shortbread would, caramels sadly damage my teeth

 

 

What are your chocolate preferences? White, milk, dark? What inclusions (fruit, nuts, none, etc.)? Milk or white, fruit, honeycomb, very small bits of nut but not whole nuts

 

I make mixed media art (like collaging kinda). Is a mixed media art piece (small like an altoids tin or small canvas) something you'd be interested in? Maybe a little tin for imps or medication

 

What music platform do you use (Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, etc.)? Do you like receiving music recommendations? I use Apple Music

 

Would you appreciate a pair of hand knit socks. If yes, would you like them in a particular colour?  Yes, all the socks! I like them calf length but loose around the calf, and I love stripes or teal, green, blue, purple colour ways

 

What type of spooky season imagery do you like? (Ie. bats, ghosts, vintage Halloween, etc.) bats

 

Astrid's Autumn Line and Anniversary Tea Party just dropped.  Anything you want?  No thank you

 

Homemade and preserved food goodies - Which of these things would you like my dear witchie? All are organic and grown or made by me.

  • sun-dried heirloom tomatoes - yes
  • dried ancho chile peppers - can be whole halves or ground into a delicious powder - ground but customs might freak 
  • sugar-free candied pecans and walnuts or almonds - no
  • gourmet quality fudge in many flavors (formerly from my ETSY shop which I had to close until I have my own home again) please give me an idea the kinds of flavors you like. My more popular ones are Penuche, Choc & PB, Pumpkin pie, Forest fruit (with cherries, blueberries and cranberries), Vegan chocolate - Penuche fudge, salted caramel, coffee, rum & raisin
  • dried italian plums (pitted) - no
  • sugar-free canned plum or logan berry jam - no
  • freshly dried rosemary, thyme, basil, parsley individually or in combo - no
  • almond flour baked goods (low carb, sugar free, and gluten free) - give me examples of savory and sweet things you'd like - shortbread, cookies, cheese sticks

 

Might you like a witch hat?  Later this month I'm  taking a class at an area museum where I'm  supposed to decorate 2 hats.  Also I crochet wicked cute witchy hats. - no thank you

 

 

9/9

 

Do you see anything here that interests you?  They have dry shampoos, whipped soaps, awesome hand cream, linen spray, sugar scrubs and perfume. https://www.etsy.com/shop/faefragrance/?etsrc=sdt - room spray in Hansel, Bear Hug or Enigma

 

 

9/10

 

Anything you want from my favorite local tea shop? www.fridaytea.com - I like chai but prefer teabags

 

How about from my skincare person? drjensbeautylab.com/ no thank you

 

How about from my witchy Chandler? https://www.etsy.com/shop/TeresaLynnsSimpleLux - Some of the candles look lovely but I don't dare have open flames around my stupid cats :(

 

It's also that time of year where I make handmade soap (usually with calendula infused olive oil, tallow, oatmeal and honey) and candles (feel free to specify color and size, I don't usually scent them, but I do have a clover and apple scent I've been wanting to play with). I can also annoint and dress candles with TALs and herbs. Any interest? No thank you

 

I also grow herbs which can be culinary or magical. I'd be happy to prepare a smudge or dry some herbs for your enjoyment. I currently have oregano (yellow and standard), mugwort, thyme, sage (purple or garden), tea peppermint, chives, lovage, plantain, comfrey, raspberry leaf, and yarrow. I'm probably forgetting something. No thank you

 

I also make salves! My go to in an arnica, calendula and comfrey mix for healing wounds or chapped skin. This can also be used on pet paws. We do have barely enough time that I could do a custom infusion. Arnica, calendula and comfrey mix sounds great

 

 

9/11

 

Anything in the Paintbox Soapworks Halloween update looking good to you? https://paintboxsoapworks.com/new-limited-edition/2023-weenie-collection/ Let me In At Your Window hot process soap (I don't really like her glycerin soaps these days)

 

 

9/12

 

If you have a furry friend living with you, what sort of treats do they like? One likes dangly things on a stick, the other two like plushies and little stuffed toys. No catnip please!

 

 

9/13

 

 What is your feelings on seasonal mugs?  Yes or, no?  Too many in your house or bring them on??  Probably too many in our house
 

Are your wishlists - Amazon, Etsy, etc - up to date, and if so, are they all linked somewhere that I can find them?  yes
 

Do you have anything you use every day that you wouldnt mind getting more of? Good quality spatulas, fine line black pens, cool notebooks

 

Anything you love or need to have from Adagio or Rishi teas? Chai teas in teabags

 

List here things you wish you would've added to your questionnaire - I forgot to list that I would love art supplies - canvases, interesting watercolour paper, a beginners oil paints set, brushes

 

 

9/14

 

Nocturne Alchemy just dropped their Halloween update! You like the looks of anything? https://nocturnealchemy.com/collections/limited-collection I'd be interested to try Masquerade RA

 

Is there anything you would like from the Weenie update? My most wanted are:

Is He, You Know?

Things Are Fine

October Bonfire Linen Spray

Pumpkin Incense Linen Spray

Halloween Cat

 

How do you feel about stickers?  If positively, are there any themes you'd rather not have stickers of? No thank you

 

What about crystals, cool rocks, and gemstones? I keep meaning to get an amethyst geode but that's all

 

 

9/15

 

How do you feel about Squishmallows and Squishables? (They have mini and micro sizes for those who like cute plushies but don't have a lot of space.) Not really my thing

 

Would you wear enamel pins with chains that are meant to be put on lapels? (Something like this.) No thank you

 

Speaking of enamel pins... The Pickety Witch's Autumn and Halloween collection just dropped. Has anything caught your eye? Poison Garden tank (2XL), Lucipurr and Baphy plushes,  the vampire bat pin

 

I used to make mobiles out of paper cranes, would you appreciate something like this? if so, what size restrictions do you have, if any? ie., should it take up less space vertically or horizontally? color palette preference? A garland type thing of cranes would be nice but nowhere left to hang mobile type things

 

 

9/16

 

ordering bulbs from https://oldhousegardens.com and was wondering if my witchee would like some.   If you were i the UK then yes, but as it stands you're not allowed to ship over here :(:(:( 

 

Would you like something like "sock arms" if I find time to craft?  (Sometimes I make a pattern called Toast or Toasty {one has a thumb the other is just a tube} http://www.afriendtoknitwith.com/2008/09/toasttoasty.html.   here are other photos from my blog:  https://www.elkaknits.com/?p=845 ) Toast!

 -- If so what sort of colors?  Jewel colours, stripes, rainbows

 

Witchee, what's your take on seasonal-themed Washi tape? It's cute but I hardly ever use it

What about seasonal treats from Trader Joe's? Maybe, no idea what there is!

I make gluten-free biscotti this time of year, lemon and also cocoa varieties: does this sound good to you? No thank you

Would you like me to make a music mix for you? I kick it old school with a burned CD. If you're into this, name at least 3 to 5 genres of music you already love, or are interested to explore more of! No thank you, no CD player

 

9/17

 

Anything here you like? https://bserway.com/ Oh so many! - Old Dreams Waiting, Membrane Mono, Spiralling Out of Time, Magic Hours, We Drift Like Floating Embers pics

 

Anything you'd like from my Ren Fest?  There is an outstanding garlic based shop I'll  be going to next weekend, for my annual stock up of their spice blends & garlic oil blends.  Any other Renny stuff that you like? Always up for garlic oil but probably difficult to ship

 

know we are looking at a lot of candles, but if you are into looking at more (and it is ok to say you are not), do any of these strike your fancy? No candles for me because stupid cats

https://www.lakewoodwax.com/candlesforacause

(Feel free to take a look at their current and signature scents too but I wanted to highlight these fundraiser scents first!)

 

 

9/19

 

f you are a person who appreciates tarot and oracle decks, do you have a strong preference about receiving new ones vs gently/barely used? No thank you

 

Are you a Studio Ghibli fan, and if so, what are your feelings about fan made art featuring characters? I am a fan of Ghibli but unsure about fan art

 

Want anything from LUSH? Here's the link specifically to their Halloween drop (https://www.lush.com/us/en_us/c/halloween) BUT, feel free to peruse all of it. No thank you, I have a shop just down the road

 

 

9/20

 

Part 2 of the Autumnal/Halloween drop from Haus of Gloi is coming this weekend- take a look and see if anything is compelling! https://www.hausofgloi.com  (fall part 2 is live on Sunday, here is a list of what is coming:  https://www.hausofgloi.com/blogs/haus-herald/fall-part-2) Nothing seems to be right for me

Also, I live in Philly and will use ANY reason to spend time at the Mütter Museum- anything of interest (including, but not limited to, the well-loved BPAL exclusive for the museum, Ü?) https://www.muttermuseumstore.org Marie Curie or Plague Doctor keyring,  Mutter collection 2xl tee, the Pencil packs, and of course Umlaut perfume

 

If you are so inclined, do you want or need any natural items or ingredients for spellwork that could be collected from forests, ocean, fields or stream?  I also have access to oak gall ink and various other esoteric substances. No thank you

 

Are you a fan of the show Cobra Kai?  I'm not

 

Do you enjoy any of the scented items from Victoria's Secret? No thank you

 

Would you be interested in receiving a silver locket with papyrus and herbs inside, as a protective amulet? Yes

 

9/21

 

So Witchee mine, are you a spellworker? - any interest  in acorns from a tree known as The Mother Oak at my Ren Fest grounds.  It is the biggest tree I've ever seen in MI.  It is cared for by tree scientists  from MSU.  It is the mom to every other oak on the grounds.   Saturday is Mabon & I will go & gather acorns before the park opens to patrons as I do each year.  But this time it's  actual Mabon.  So Witchee dearest, would you like some?  Not for me thank you

 

Witchee, do you like anything from Lenny Mud?   I wish I had room for more mugs as some of those are excellent, but I really don't

 

 

9/22

 

From previous questions you've answered, I know a lot about the teas you'd like from specific places, but I want to know your more general tea preferences.   Black, green, white, rooibos, oolong, herbal? Black tea only

      -  Japan is particularly big on their green tea and hojicha (roasted green tea), any interest? 

      -  My partner has given me an extraordinary amount of rooibos from South Africa. It's amazing and I'd like to share, so would you like some?

 

despite being uk based I’m probably gonna have to make a torrid order because I fell in. Anything catch your eye while I’m doing it?

This tee: https://www.torrid.com/product/daria-classic-fit-cotton-contrast-sleeve-tee/40740682-00001.html?cgid=Clothing_Tops_GraphicTShirts
This tee: https://www.torrid.com/product/moon-classic-fit-super-soft-slub-elbow-sleeve-raglan-tee/41085030-01903.html?cgid=Clothing_Tops

This hoodie: https://www.torrid.com/product/french-terry-surplice-long-sleeve-active-hoodie/40720644-11191.html?cgid=Clothing_Tops_SweatshirtsHoodies#start=60

 

 



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