Dharklady

The magic is always there, as long as we keep looking for it. Gobo's Uncle Travelling Matt is the greatest living Fraggle explorer – the Fraggle equivalent of an astronaut. After completing his exploration of Fraggle Rock, he ventured forth into our world, a place the Fraggles call “Outer Space.” Dark chocolate, figgy vanilla, pear, and quince. This is a gorgeous mix of deep chocolate and the lab's lovely jammy quince note when applied. I don't get a lot of morph and it's lasting power isn't fantastic on me (no surprise there!) it is definitely worth reapplying. A must try for chocolate/fruit lovers.

This is a very different scent then I reach for but I really enjoy what's happening with it. In the bottle I'm getting salt, sweetness from the benzoin and a deeper/woodier incense note (the opium tar accord or labdanum?). Wet I'm getting airy salt and plum over a nicely grounded woody sweetness. The plum disappears quickly, replaced with the opium. Mid drydown, the focus is all on the deeper notes. The airy combo combines and lingers for a good couple hours after. Decent throw (I get whiffs as I move around) and lasting power.

So grateful to my C2E fairy for nabbing me this. It is pure love. This wonderful blended mix of all the notes listed. They play super well together and play more as one note to my nose than a collection of notes. Overall the rose and apricot play support to the honeyed musk and Amber. So glad to have gotten a bottle

Oh wow. This is fantastic. Applied, the creamy vanilla is supported by a glowing frankincense note and the hint of a gentle amberine rose. Warming up it becomes more frankincense and rose smoothed over by that creamy vanilla. Sillage seems on the lower side but I'm hoping to see the lasting power noted above. Definitely a keeper for me.

Huh. Yesterday when I tried this it was all thick patch/SO and very little sugar honeycomb. Today I'm getting all creamy sugar and honey and the patch in the SO is firmly in the background as a supporting player. I know I made sure to turn the decant a few times both times I tested it. I'm really hoping it plays consistently to the later and that the former was a fluke because wow, this is truly lovely blend when it behaves.

Wet: All coconut and almond all the time. A touch of sweetness. The wood note adds depth to the coconut/almond without being prominent. As it dries the coconut and almond (which play surprisingly well together) calm down and the wood note is more noticeable in the blend. I’m not getting much sweetness but it’s also not “dusty” or “husky” which I often get with coconut and I attribute that to the honeyed amber. Light sillage and my skin appears to be eating it, but a fairly smooth creamy blend without being foodie will make it worth it for some folks!

Wet: Starts off with a definite floral note that varies between slightly green and slightly sweet on the fruity (peach). The musk adds both sweetness and amps the sharpness of the floral. As it dries it smooths out and the floral note recedes without disappearing as a creamy sweet musk takes center stage. This feels light and fresh overall. Ends up feeling like a musky soft floral with a hint of smooth sweetness.

This could and should have been so full of win but unfortunately something in it amps "sharp" on me, perhaps the rosewood. Aside from that it is a truly lovely blend, all woods and amber and a touch of vanilla with great sillage and lasting power.

I had high hopes for this blend, but sadly the cherry blossom appears to REALLY like my chemistry... In bottle: soft bright floral, a bit of sharp greenery, and the slightest trace of a milky basenote. On skin: Exuberant floral, which is at least clean and not overly sharp smelling but unfortunately it exists in that state on me throughout it's drydown. And continues. And continues. Sadly I can't find any of the other notes in this, the cherry blossom is simply too overpowering. Probably not a problem others will have, the rest of the notes sounded really nice.

first review in a while. Phew. In the bottle this is all mint and peach. It's a slightly weird combo but it works surprisingly well. Applied the mint calms down while still making its presence known and the peach warms up. It's gone a bit chewy and sweet and melds really nicely into a whole. I keep catching whiffs in the air of a light vanillay (probably the marshmellow) minty peach. It's really nice. Drydown finds the light vanilla (definitely the marshmellow- vanilla isnt the right word for it) and honied peach lingering for a decent length of time. Love it.

I adore this blend. In bottle I get mostly wood and a deep sweet peach. Wet, the patchouli is earthy and tempered by the modest peach. The wood keeps it from being gourmand while the sweet notes help keep it from being too dry. As it dries down they blend, making it more difficult to pick out the individual notes. Decent lasting power and strangely not a heavy scent, at least to me. Very wearable and I'm looking forward to rocking this all Fall and winter.

This captures the description perfectly and was super fun to try! Green and pepper notes from the radish lay over a slightly sweet earthy base. It's easy to see the influence of each part but it blends together into a whole that is greater. Great staying power (which is a novelty for me!) and decent throw. Once it's faded a bit it's also a fun combo with Gobo!

I was hoping for a bright layered fruit scent that combined the glorious freshness of peach without falling to it's artificial candy tendencies. While I'm not a huge floral fan I figured it was worth the risk. This is a beautiful blend folks. It starts as a loud peach that quickly calms down. Drydown shows the bright peach notes are married with an almost spicy blend of the heavier fruits and floral notes that lift and ground the peach all at the same time. Seamless and beautiful. Normally blends fade relatively quickly on me. This one has more lasting power then most, though not as much as some. Decent throw as well.

for some aquatic love... Mary Read sounds like it might be a good match and I don't think anyone suggested it yet:Salt air, ocean mist, aged patchouli, sarsaparilla, watered-down rum, leather-tinged musk, and a spray of gunpowder. the Phoenix was another acquatic that combined the blood note and ocean.Sea air, gunpowder, lime, salt-crusted wood, a splash of blood, and a dribble of Snake Oil. Dragon's Tears does sound like another good fit.

Wet, this is a lovely blend of smooth patchouli with a bright burst of true pomegranate and tamed by the combination of spices and oakmoss. As it dries the pomegranate fades and leaves behind a gorgeously blended mix of moss and spice over some of the best patchouli I've ever smelt. The moss and black pepper are the strongest notes at this point. This is more of a skin scent on me, with only a light throw, but the staying power is decent which is nice.

I'm with cfrancesca and Kittyhawk on this one. I got vanilla cake and an odd cocoa/chocolate note. Overall the whole has a very low throw though it's got great lasting power. I can see it being full of win for some folks but the cocoa/chocolate note is odd on me...

Links to mai lists in stuff: Etsy (I had to change the setting to public on my fav list apparently.) Amazon My wishlist for Bpal is in my Blog here on the forum and the link in my sig should be working properly. *I've started just pulling questions that I feel are relevant at this point. If there is anything you specifically need me to answer, just let me know wonderful witch. I've got another 2 weeks of insane schedule and then things become much easier...* October 26th What's on your list of formerly fun activities to reclaim, witches??I used to love horseback riding and karate but money during college made it a moot point. I also wish I had enough musical know-how to get a group of my musically inclined friends together to actually do harmony and other fun group songs for filk and larps because more then anything else I miss my old show choir days from high school... October 23rd would you still want the project if it was a craft fail????Yes. October 20th Do you need any winter wear, witchee? Hats and gloves are always welcome as I have a bad habit of losing them. I've read something about a Event Exclusive called Pumpkin Hard Candy (if someone knows the details, shout it out because I am still searching). Are you interested in this scent? How desperate are you for it? I would definitely not mind getting an imp but I'm not desperate for it, candied pumpkin is very nice as is. Going back to the question about winter wear, are there any colors you would prefer not to have? Nah, I'm good with pretty much anything. October 14th Do you like scary books? What's the best/scariest thing you've ever read? My overactive imagination makes scary books, shows, and movies dangerous to watch as I'm then perfectly capable of wigging myself (and then I have to go prove it's nothing all the while clenching my teeth and reaching for the fireplace poker). Walking Dead for example- definitely wigged myself out after watching a couple hours of that. So best not to intentionally set myself up. So I was at Uwajimaya the other day and saw Earl Grey Tea Chocolate and Cinnamon Chocolate. If you were my Witchee, would you be interested in trying something like that? no thanks, though gourmet hot/drinking chocolates would be pure love. October 13th Are you interested in anything in the latest round of Lab auctions on eBay? It was fun watching some of the prices go. What favorite song(s) would you think would translate into a cool or unique scent? Anything I've been listening to by Abney Park. A bunch of the new Blind Guardian. The new Within Temptation stuff would make good scents as well since it is story based music. Interested in anything from the Beaver Moon Lunacy update?I snagged a bottle of the lunacy, looking forward to seeing how it smells! Lavender, honey, AND cheesecake could be a super win. October 11th What is your favorite kind of cookie? Oh man, SO MANY. Chocolate chip cookies drenched in milk, girl scout thin mints and peanut butter cookies, oreos pulled in half. White choc macademia nut cookies, oatmeal cookies...yes I am the cookie monster. How do you feel about loose leaf tea in baggies? I mean, I have a TON of loose leaf, would it be okay if I send you samples in some zip lock baggies? Or is that something that would squick you out?Nah, I'd be okay with that as long as they are labeled. October 5th Are you musically inclined? Do you play an instrument or sing? If so, what? Sorta. I enjoy singing at my larps when I get the chance. I love filk and celtic, especially stuff by Heather Alexander. But I think I said that somewhere else... October 3rd Does anyone else like collector Barbies?No thanks, though I do looking at some of the customized old school my little ponies on deviant art. People have some some awesome work with those. Would any witchees be interested inQuinn Popcorn? I totally have a popcorn addiction. Yes. Vermont maple and sea salt sounds awesome. October 2nd Who likes silly items from Archie McPhee???I'm more of a thinkgeek fan. Nocturne Alchemy's NAlloween Pt. 2 update is live here! (And for a few days, last month's update too.) What do you want?I haven't tried any of the NA stuff but wouldn't mind some samples, no specifics in mind. What are you drooling over from the Sock Dreams Halloween stuff?<3 armwarmers. Luck charms?Usually anything that people gift me. For those of you that like candles, do you like stuff from Yankee Candle? And if you had to choose, tarts or candles? Ihave a big Yankee flagship near me. I prefer candles and love Sage and citrus, Harvest, and lavender vanilla the best. Is there a movie you want so badly that you don’t own now?How to tame your dragon. Is there a song on Itunes that you haven’t downloaded yet? Don't think so. Is there a rare book you’ve always wanted?Not that I know of though again, I love Grimm tales and Lewis Caroll. October 1st Is there anything you either didn't like or had never heard of that you're now curious to try thanks to the discussion in this thread? can't think of anything off the top of my head, but then I'm pretty sleepy. Reveal? Up to you oh witch, but I would be happy to know who you are. Would you be interested in the #occupywallstreet scent? Yup, just being good and not spending money atm. Do Paintbox Soapworks' Goat's Milk Hand and Body Creams sound like something you'd like to try? I like lotions since my hands get dried out but I don't tend to buy them since I'm never sure how effective they will be. September 30th Witchee, would you like anything from this particular Haunt update? nah. Who's interested in Halloween: Montreal?I'm hoping to be able to get my hands on a decant of it to try, though I'll likely wait for the first round of leftovers before I start looking. You get a package in the mail containing 3 things you have really wanted more than anything else you've mentioned so far in this thread. (they are all reasonably priced of course! ~$20 or less apiece). What are they? -Goodnight Poppet -The Queen of spades sends her regards (though really I'd prefer the larger print size) -A 6oz jar of pumpkin butter from Haus of Gloi in pumpkin eater or honeysuckle lemon curd. how do you feel about hemp? jewelry, soap, etc? Since I work with theater I'm not a huge fan of it. Hemp splinters are not fun. September 29th What kind of purse do you prefer? Leather, cloth? over the shoulder or crossbody, or something that can do either? Do you like bold bright prints with fun things, or monochrome, solid colours? I love my soft leather purse, though it's less then 6 months old and already beat up. Poor purse. Like commercial socks? There are non-commercial socks? What kind of bear is best?I generally prefer a non-hoppy pumpkin beer or Fall woodchuck cider in th- oh wait you said bear. Teddy bears! Is anyone interested in reading The Night Circus? sure, sounds neat! Hershey's Pumpkin Spice kisses?yes please! I have a not-so-secret love for The Broship of the Rings. Are there any prints from her store you'd like?Cute, but not my style. Who here likes Stephanie Pui-Min Law's artwork? OOOOOO me. Do you drink wine? Yes. Love me some cabernet, pinot noir, shiraz, merlot, reisling, moscata...I think you get the idea. Is it just me who is nervous at revealing herself to her witchee, and finding out who her witch is?!Nah, this is all about fun and spoiling your witchee! I got along just fine with my sweet witchee from last round and we really didn't have a lot in common (as opposed to this round) so I'm looking forward to making new friends! Witches, did you lament NOT getting one of the condom case/imp cases that got released with the courtesan series???Nope. I lurvs my Ninon perfume though! I recently saw candy corn in non-candy corn flavors like CHOCOLATE and CARAMEL APPLE. It's not a fancy brand, I just saw it in the drugstore, but who here would like something like that? I love candy, but I'm not the biggest fan of candy corn so no thank you. September 28th JONES SODA CO has LE soda packs for The Guild, Buffy, D&D, So Cute, etc. Would you be interested in these, Witchee? Well I <3 the first three things...but I don't drink a ton of soda (usually root beer or a "gourmet" flavor when I do). But trying new things is always fun... September 27th What is something people are always surprised to learn about you? That I'm a larper/gamer and happy to admit it. So who else watched Babylon 5? I have seen episodes of it certainly. I find the concept interesting, just never had a chance to sit down and simply watch it for long. Is anyone else afraid of or creepy out by dummies/puppets/Muppets/etc? Other things you're squicked/freaked by that's best left by the wayside? I love muppets. Dolls/puppets/dummies all depend on how they are sculpted though they definitely have the capacity for creepiness. what level of contact were you hoping for? I'm happy with any level of contact honestly. My lovely witch sent me some great correspondence in the beginning of the run (and shared some of her fav fantasy artwork with me- WOOO) and I definitely enjoy convoing with her. However if life happenings make it so that I don't hear from her until the end of the run, I am content to know she is lurking out there evilly plortting too... Your favorite restaurant or type of food to eat out. Would you use a restaurant.com voucher? Groupon? The hubbo and I love the restaurants out where we live (so pretty much anything mid range in the Pioneer Valley. We try not to eat out TOO often because I enjoy cooking, but sometimes it's nice to go out for Chinese as Panda East, or hit Judy's, Hope and Olive, Mama Iguanas or a like joint for a "date" night. Are there any local museums/attractions you keep never getting around to going to? I would love to go walk around Mystic again or go to Six flags while they are doing the Halloween stuff. September 26th Is there any kind of international candy you love or would like to try?Don't know of any. What is something totally random (yes, that thing that just popped into your head) that hasn't been covered by any previous questions? Rawr? Is there any cheesy/non-cheesy Canadian stuff you'd be interested in?Nah. If you were to go here and create your very own chocolate bar, what might it have in it?Mmmm chocolate. I love chocolate in all it's combinations... Is there anything you're wanting from LPMP? say what now? say you stumbled into Camp Half Blood (or whatever the Roman camp ends up being named <bounces in anticipation>), which god claims you? Athena. September 25th Stuff you've been meaning to do: Sleep, clean the house, mow the lawn, practice archery, go running, work on my larp, make more masks, make some bread. Would you be interested in regional jams, jellies, or other preserves? Yes! Do you have any bedtime rituals? Is there any particular product you have to apply or a certain shirt you wear or an act you perform to get you in the "bedtime" mood? I like to put on Dorian or one of my other "nighttime" scents. Are you interested in today's/any recent Tee Fury shirts?Nah Princess Bride? Yay or nay?Yay! What's your favorite classic fairytale, witches I love so many of them it's hard to say. September 24th how do you feel about ethical animal fiber, i.e. wool and the like? Considering my hobby...just fine. What about little wee creatures for your desk or mantel? I like handmade things as I have stated. Look down. What are you wearing, right now? My torc, a magenta v-neck teeshirt, and brown capris. No shoes. Kerchiefs?Ew, my nose runes too much. It's the weekend, and you find yourself without a single chore or responsibility for a few hours. Right this very moment, what's the one thing you would do if you could do anything? Sleep. Then read or play video games. September 23rd Is there anything you'd like from the Mütter Museum Store?Nope. I just noticed that Cocoa Pink has 5 ml Perfume Atomizers. Yay or nay? Scents you would like? Scents you would NOT like?Nay. what's your favorite kind of pizza?All of it. Except anchovies. Particularly gourmet pizzas. who are your style/fashion icons? post pics if you want! I don't really have any. Are there any food items you're craving/aren't able to find around your area? Irish sausage. September 22nd If you're interested in a handmade pouch/cover for an item you have (phones, tablets, books, keys, kettles...), what would your ideal pouch/cover have? Design, material, additional functionality/features like pockets or lights or secret hidey-holes?I like leather and things that light up! Would you like a photo collage based around your interests/favorite colors/favorite themes?Sure! If you're crafty, are you interested in spoonflower? And if so, what things there delight your eyes?Unfortunately I don't do much with printed fabric. Colors! What are your favorite colors and what colors do you not like? Pictures and links, people!Erm, rich and warm colors with depth usually draw my attention quickly. I adore earth tones, particularly browns, ambers, and darker greens. I also like deep jewel tones in blue, purples, reds, and magentas. What is your favorite word? Either Magma or Squigy. Also- NO. What are the feelings on arm warmers? Color, style, texture, length? Heck yeah. to elbow, thumb hole, soft, and pretty much any of my favorite colors would be good. I wouldn't mind a rose and grey pair either. Do you like tarts? tealights? jar candles? votives?Yes. been using jar candles a lot lately. What's your favorite flavor? Sour, sweet, bitter, salty? Sweet and salty would be the two main contenders for my favorite. So, are there any online gaming witchees who covet purchasable in-game items or other gamer-y stuff? (yup, geek question)Sadly, have fallen out of my WoW addiction- just don't have time for it anymore. Anyone doing anything cool for Mabon (or the start of fall, if you aren't pagan?I worked at a Ren Faire this weekend. Does that count? What is your favorite coffee blend at Starbucks? If you don't have one, what is your favorite roast of coffee?Their drinking chocolate is sinful. I'm rocking out pumpkin coffees right now. Anything dark roast is delightful. September 21st Cthulhu: yay or nay? I made a Cthulhu leather mask. Just sayin. Is there something that you wish you could do, but you keep putting it off?Make more original mask designs. Also sleep. Witchee, have you made (or are you planning to make) any Lab or Trading post orders soon? And if you did (or plan to), you should share what you're gettingYup. I run a decant circle for my close friends and have a halloween one about to go in. From BPTP I am getting Candied Pumpkin and Harvest Faire spray. Do you have any interest in rocks? Not like, polished colorful stones.. but like... rocks. With geologic significance!Not shiny rocks? but I like shiny things... If your witch were to knit you a scarf/shawl/cowl, which would you prefer, and what features would you want? Would you prefer something light and drape-y or thick and warm? What kind of colors would you prefer? Do you have any fiber allergies or preferences?Something to cover my arms while keeping them free. Thick, warm, and super soft in any kind of autumnal scheme would be lovely. If you have a pet, could you please post a photo of it? I really need to see what your pet, if you have one, looks like.erm..I'll see what I can do at some point. Do you like/own/wear/want fairy wings or something of the like? Did but never wore them. A goal of mine is to collaborate with an engineer hobbiest and make some leather and metal steampunk wings. How do you feel about terrariums?Nah What's your favorite horror movie? 13 ghosts or Rose Red. If your witch was the practical type and wanted to include one or more of your everyday essentials, what would those include? I'm talking about the bath products, lotions, face lotions, teas, food, etc that you really use every day.I would honestly prefer non-essential things. Those I can get myself. Jane Austen .. Yay or Nay?Nay I put up quotes I love in my office and studio to get me going, They range from goofy to sarcastic to inspirational... Are you interested in a hand painted quote? Do you have one in mind, or a topic in mind? Sure! Inspiration is never a bad thing. Terry Pratchett has some good ones as does Alice in Wonderland. Do you like period or period-styled paraphernalia? Stuff like postcards, notecards, jewelry, office supplies, what-have-you? I love the Medieval era. I also fell in love with much of the pre-history of Ireland. If you like manga, comics, and/or graphic novels, what is it about them that you like, in general? The story, the art/style, etc? Usually it's the art and story that catch me. I lean towards webcomics like girlgenius, gunnerkrigg, OotS, megatokyo, earthsongsaga, and weregeek. I also kept up with phoenix requiem for a while. If you could choose a Smack, what would it have in it? Vanilla, maple, and cheesecake. if you could have a salon scent made, based on any artwork(s) what would it be?hmm I don't really know much fine art honestly. Are you scientifically curious and/or process-oriented? Would you like a project-type gift that allowed you do do something like make soap from scratch, take and (nontoxic-ly) develop photographs using a pinhole camera, use plant dyes on yarn or fabric, etc.? that sounds fun! I love learning new things. What's 'your' song/your theme song?Don't have one honestly. Maybe Defying Gravity from Wicked? What would be your superpower?Time control so I can have more hours in the day to get stuff down and still sleep. Or flying. Or being able to talk to animals. Or telekensis. Or...well pretty much anything would be cool. Witchee, would you like a gently used BPAL tshirt?Nah, I'm good without. Do you like homemade snack mixes? I know Puppy Chow was mentioned in a previous question, but what about healthier and more natural type snacks like granola or trail mix? You can put a lot of delicious and fun things into trail mix, yeah? If you say "Sure, I'd love some!" what kinds of things do you like/not like in those kinds of snacks, ie coconut flakes, raisins, certain nuts (allergies??), candy, etc. Give us your list of DO's and DON'Ts! Sure! Healthy mixed with a little sweet is usually nice. No coconut please. Do you like charm bracelets? If you had a bracelet, what sort of charms would you want on it? Favorite hobbies, symbols, whatever? I've never had one but I wouldn't mind. I would love ones that had meaning to me. An autumn leaf. A Shamrock or celtic knot. A bow. Dice. Any sort of charms for food. Sparkly stones. September 20th Would you like any ecotools makeup brushes? They're kinda one of my favorite things ever, and they're animal-friendly and the handles are bamboo. And to top it all off, they work really well for applying makeup. Nah I have enough makeup brushes. Do you like Legos? Especially mini-fig key chains, Lego block keychains, small Lego sets, etc?Nope Since the previous question about "what would you buy from the Lab if you had unlimited funds, etc" left WAY too much to the imagination with no limitations (my answer was pretty much BUY ALL THE THINGS!), what would you do if you found a $50 bill on the ground and a nagging voice in the back of your mind told you that you HAD to spend it on BPAL or else face Death. Also, say they had free shipping (LOL) so don't factor that in. What would you get? And spend it all! Or as close to $50 as you can get. Harvest Faire and/or a Salon imp pack. Are there any characters that you love or identify with?Not particularly. I don't tend to identify or overly love TV/Book/Media people, but many of my family and friends are my heroes for the qualities they possess. A question! If you are crafty, what's your personal art style? I'm not talking just about what art you like to look at, but what kind of art do you like creating? Do you have a "process" while you're creating beauty?I tend to go into crafting frenzies when inspiration strikes. Other times I can struggle with an idea for days until it just clicks. Yet other times, I'm able to work out a concept. Fortunately as I'm a mask maker it all works out. Are there any Arcana Weenies that you MUST HAVE?Nope So what say you? IS an "unexpected" visit/in-person witching OK?Hmm, that would be a bit odd. Perhaps a neutral place to get together for coffee or tea. September 19th What strange misc. items would you love to receive that you just haven't gotten for yourself?: Paint brush cleaner, ties or other gadgets to help keep cords coiled and neat, and graphite only pencils. How do you feel about franken polish? Are you okay with all chemicals, or would you prefer 3 free? Would you want glitter or holographic glitter? What colors would interest you? I am super rough on my hands thanks to work and my hobby (if my nails are colored it's because of dyes and my laziness and putting on gloves- not fingernail polish). However every once in a while I like to pretend to be a girl and put a polish on. I like metallics and sparkly ones best when I do. Dear witchee, how do you feel about lip balm? Favorite style (twist up tube, pot, tube with wand, etc.)? Favorite flavors? Flavors to avoid? Favorite brand? Do you need more right now or are you set? Are you one of those people who could never have enough lip balm even though you have a bowl on your dresser overflowing with them and 10 in your purse and an order for more on the way?Lip balm (good stuff) is a necessity for New England falls and winters. My big problem is that I always lose my lip balm before I even get close to using it all up (so nothing super expensive please!) I like pots for super moisturizing ones (when my lips are in bad shape cause I lost my last balm) and twist tubes for everyday moisture (until they disappear into the ether- I swear gnomes steal them! Just like my sunglasses). I'm pretty easy going on glavors- just not cherry! Would you be interested in getting fountain pen inks or art supplies via JetPens and or DickBlick? (I know I have a wishlist on JetPens and just love using fountain pens in my artwork) I have lousy handwriting so unless it came with a tutorial on how to improve my writing it would be wasted. -For those interested in watercolors, how would you feel about getting a palette filled with paint from my watercolor tubes but not getting the paint tube itself? (kind of like this but without the covers for the compartments and bigger http://www.flickr.co.../in/photostream) I do not watercolor but any sort of shimmery color acrylic (needs to be flexible) paint would get love and possibly have me making traditional "fairy style" masks for once... -How do you feel about getting art supplies in general? (copic markers, watercolor, brushes, paint, sketchbooks etc.) I could definitely use some new thin paintbrushes- mine are pretty beat up at this point. In general it if can be used for leatherworking I would be all about it. Mind you- small beads and charms do fall into that category as well. The other big thing I want to start playing with is trying some of the fieblings dye colors aside from black and ox blood... -How do you feel about Threadless tshirts?Cute, but not really designs I would wear a lot. If you were turned loose in a basic drug store (CVS, Walgreens - a pharmacy with attached mini-mart, basically!) with a $20 bill, what would you pick up? Allergy drugs or Advil. Exciting huh? Darling Witchee, would you enjoy farmer's market pickled veggies (green beans, garlic, asparagus, etc) or fresh canned peaches or something of that nature? The hubbo is not a huge pickled-anything fan but I LOVE trying new things and haven't really gotten a chance to experiment with pickling ever so yes I would. Fresh canned anything or butters/jams would also be love. Do you prefer color or white photographs? Nature or abstract? Color and nature. Macro pics (closeups) are neat. would you be interested in something like this? https://lostcrates.com/how-it-works Could be neat. Amigurumi, yes or no?Depends on the style. Soft and/or super cute amigurumi (LotR, Link, animals, cthulhu...anything within my interest spectrum really) would all be loved. I have a Cthulhu from my last SW Witch and a half-dark elf amigurumi that live in my craft room currently. I have a question! What are some of your favorite paintings? (famous or undiscovered?) Feel free to link to examples!um...I've never really gotten into fine art on a knowing names sort of level (much like my inability to name actors/movies/bands etc). I like Stephanie Law's art and am slowly trying to decorate my house with her work... If you could have an image painted for you - sky is the limit - what would it be? Oh my. Um. I would love a well-done picture that represents the game world of my larp or even just the name (Tales of Valor) done up fancy with pretty backgrounding...sad but true. Name your 3 favorite scents for candles I adore Yankee Candles Sage and citrus and Lavender Vanilla all year round, and their Harvest candle in the fall. I also like a bunch more but it only asks for the 3 favorites. Name your 3 favorite types/flavors of tea Red tea, Honeybush, and Black Tea with Vanilla. As a side note, I adore all things Wonderland and the loose leaf Mad Tea Party blend with it's adorable tin would definitely find a loving home in my house. September 18th Do you wear t-shirts? Are there particular things you like on them? Would you like one designed by your Witch? And, if you don't mind saying, what size t-shirt do you wear? Yup. Any larp or gaming related humor is usually good (Lightning bolt man is a friend of mine AND plays at the LARP I run actually). I tend to a large in t-shirts. How do you feel about pumpkin scented things? Not perfume related, but soap, candles, etc....Yup, love the smell of pumpkin. Has anyone else heard of or does anyone else love Glamourkin? Pretty, and I love fairytales, but a bit more "busy" then I like my jewelry to be. If you had an international witch, is there anything you would like from the UK? (Or Australia, Belgium, France any other country we have witches from. Sure, but no clue what! Dear witchee, if you answered 'Mac' to the Mac/PC question previously issued by another participant, please tell me what kind of computer you have, what peripherals you own (like the wireless trackpad, wireless vs/wired keyboard and mouse), and whether you're interested in Apple-related items (stickers, keychains, other things with the logo, etc). I have a PC not a MAC. SOCK PREFERENCES? Would you like/wear a pair of these? http://www.ravelry.c...rary/yoga-socks If so, what color? Eeewwww things between your toes! Is there anyone here who likes toe socks? You know, those socks with a place for each toe? Ewww things between your toes! September 17th Are you looking for a certain kind of DVDs to spruce up your collection right now? I never did pick up "How to Tame your Dragon"... Does anyone like postcards? Is anyone willing to be a Nacho witch for postcards? I'm not a huge physical card/postcard sorta person. Anyone going to see any good concerts this fall? I wish! Do you like Star Trek? Original TV series, films, spinoff series, etc? Favorite characters? Nah, liked the new movie but nothing beyond that. Witchee, would you like a framed photograph and of what? Nature holds more then enough beauty for me. Were I to get a photo I would want it to be of something in nature. September 16th Are you more prone to order out or cook at home? Would you be interested in cookbooks, kitchen utensils, and the like? If so, anything specific? I love to cook at home and fun kitchen things or cookbooks (I tend to rely on allrecipes as I like the review system to see what really works and what doesn't but they don't tend to have recipes for odder things) would be fabu. New question: How do you feel about maple syrup? LOVE (and maple sugar). How do people feel about little pocket shrines, maybe something inspirational/motivational to keep in their purses/backpacks/whatever? (Like these: http://www.art-shrin...cketshrines.htm) My pocketbook is pretty cluttered as is... Do you like Star Wars? Original Trilogy? Prequels? Spin-offs? Favorite characters?Not enough to go all fangrrl on them, though I do think it's a brilliant series/world and love the design and special effects that went into them. Do you like beef jerkey, I know some may be vegatarian, but where I live beef is a staple and beef jerkey abounds. If so do you it really thin, hard and crunchy or thicker and softer. (OK that borders on obscene)- Sure, it's a staple for larping, though I don't think I ever ate enough to develop and opinion on consistency. Also do you like or racier ecards from time to time and do you need to be warned if something may be not safe to open at work.I'm not a "racy" ecards sorta girl and would appreciate a warning if something was nsfw. Doctor Who? Yay or nay? (please don't make me cry by saying nay. I have a couple spare Doctor Who stickers. If my witchee is a fan, would they like a couple Doctor Who stickers in their package?I can't say that I ever got into Doctor Who (though I tried!). I think if I actually got a chance to sit down and watch it seriously I might be able to get more into it. Anyone love Buffy/Angel? I'm actually slowly working my way through the Buffy serious from the beginning. I think I'm on episode 9. So I wouldn't say I love it, but I'm enjoying the corny newness of it thus far. How would you feel about gummies? Like, gummy bears? Gummy werewolves? Gummy vampires? I love gummies! How would you feel about a totally original Gela-skin for your laptop/iPod/phone? Stickers? Decals? I can't say I have anything awesome like an ipod or phone and my laptop is pretty beat up at this point... Since this is a Halloween round, what's your Creepy threshold? Are you a cartoon bats and smily pumpkins person or a skulls-and-bones the-dead-are-rising kind of person? Are your fairytales dark or Disney? I swing both ways, though really I tend to reach for fairytales dark then disney more often. Are your ears pierced, Witchee? Do you have any other piercings? Would you like to receive any items of jewelry for these piercings? No, but I love ear cuffs and would gladly love more. How do you all feel about Whoopie Pies? Mmmmm. I've always wanted to try them vs macaroons... Sept 15th interested in anything from Lush? The Dream Cream looks like it would be perfect to help my skin transition to winter dryness... Do you blog? Would you like a header for your blog, a layout, etc? I don't, but I DO have an etsy store (Lookingglassleather) and would definitely love a cool banner for the top. Would you be interested in a handmade bookmark? Well, I tend to use my nook nowadays for my reading, but old habits die hard and I'm a sucker for cool bookmarkers. 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? Heck yeah. 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'm not a huge Groupon person. do you like real sugar skulls? Things with sugar skull designs? I actually learned a bit about sugar skulls thanks to a forum member! I was part of the fall art swap last year and ended up making a sugar skull mask for Cuervosueno. And since I like knowing at least something about the subject I'm trying to depict I ended up reading up on them. I think it's a neat tradition though I can't say I've ever felt the yearning to collect them. Who here adores meringue? Sure! Sept 14th Can you sum yourself (whether it be personality, life's goals, ethics, whatever) in 10 words or less? I am a creative, goal oriented lover of nature. How about little bottles of booze? Ya wanna? What kind? I wouldn't wanna get anyone in trouble. 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.) NOM is the word that I think best sums up my views on the matter. Also, what about mochi? Love it, hate it, baffled by it? Baffled, but always willing to try something new! Anything from the update ya'll are liking? BPTP UPDATE I would love to try a small amount of the hair gloss...also lusting after some of the Honey Pumpkin Stout Bath Oil... Does anyone like kimchi? Not sure what it is but again, always willing to try it. Would you be interested in a sample box(from somewhere like Birchbox or loosebutton)? Can't say I'm super interested in it... You have to place a Lab and Trading Post order. Right fuckin' now. No spending limits. What do you buy?Unicorn Horn pack III, The Changeling, The Gorobble, and all of the Salon imp packs, BPTP Harvest Festival, Honey Pumpkin Stout Bath Oil, Candied Pumpkin, and Hair Gloss in Frankincense Clove, Honey, or Fig and White Sandalwood. Paintbox Soapworks - anything you're interested in, in general or from the latest update?Don't tend to use bar soaps or scrubs- though Paintboxes are adorable... Do you guys have any sports that you follow obsessively? How about favorite teams and/or athletes Not really. I root for the New England teams cause my boy watches 'em so much! How do you feel about notebooks/journals/stationery? Anything you need or particularly like?"Old" looking notebooks/journals are great for larping but I don't tend to use them outside that. Does confetti/glitter make you angry or fill you with glee? I like sparkly things. Confetti however gets all over my floor. Fabulous witches and witchees, perhaps you all could note of you've received MeiLin's goodies? Or if you want?Not sure what this question is... 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 love teddy bears that are super soft and have personality in their form or expression. I sleep with a big ol' alpaca fur bear (since it helps open up my breathing at night and is way cuter then a pillow). how interested would you be on somewhat personalized bottle cap labels? Like these that I did? Can't say I would need em, but I like handcrafted stuff! When you're miserably sick (*sniffle, cough!*) what are the things that comfort you the most? Tea, honey, soft blankets, and laying on the couch. What constitutes ultimate luxury to you? (go crazy!) Sitting down and reading or playing video games. My hubbo and I are really busy people so the chance to just relax is a luxury. I don't know the meaning of the word bored anymore... What do you really NOT want? Little kitchy plastic things. I appreciate the thought, but let for things to have a use... Sept 13th How would you feel about kitchen towels and other similar household objects, if they are pretty or a souvenir? sure! We do a lot of cooking... How did you dress up for your last party or compulsory-formal-dress occasion? In a wedding dress. No really. Do you enjoy puzzles/riddles? (Cryptograms, Sudoku, Crossword, Jigsaw, etc) I have fun with Sudoku but I'm SO BAD at puzzles in general! Witchee, would you be interested in having a special tea cup/coffee mug/glass to drink out of? I adore handthrown pottery and mugs, particularly with pretty glazes. Sept 12th Would you like to receive e-books? And if so, in what format?I have a nook color and LOVE IT. 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 children. 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!)The satchel or gathered bag style would be cute... Are there are patterns, motifs, etc that you especially like?Celtic Knotwork, Irish or primal motifs, Leaves vines or branches, wood grain, fleur de lis. 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 love Red Tea straight up, Most Black Tea, Green Tea ideally with Ginger), as well as Honeybush.

This is one of the first few sprays I tried and I'm pleased at how evocative it is! Freshly dug earth, the green snap of bruised grass, and a complex swirl of brighter notes (which make me think of sunshine!) really bring the outdoors inside. Definitely a must try for fans of grass or dirt notes.

So I finally got into trying Atmo sprays and I have to say that this one is definitely a winner! I haven't gotten a chance to try TKO yet, but if it's anything like Erebos it's pure love! I get a healthy dose of vanilla and lavender and it definitely feels fresh and comforting at the same time. I can't wait to try it before bedtime.

I was not prepared when testing Virginia since all of the other courtesans have a smooth sweetness to them. Virginia is completely different. First impression is a spicy white incense with an odd caramel base. This blend can’t seem to make up her mind about what she wants to be. There is a white, clean sharp component from the sandalwood, sage and juniper. Then there is a deeper spicy incense from the frankincense and musk. Then there is the caramel and orchid sandwiching it all together on either end. Sadly this is not my cup of tea and mildly headache inducing.

This opens up with a huge blast of florals. I want to say it’s the Easter lily that smells hauntingly familiar. The scent has a grounded deep red base thanks to the plum, berry, and pom. The heather, moss, and patchouli also work hard to balance the lily and jasmine. As it warms up this become fruity and spicier thanks to the clove and carnation. It’s still a floral, but it’s my kind of floral- where the flowers don’t steal the show and simply add to the complexity of the piece. Lola is busy, but well blended and beautiful. Sadly Lola is a fast fader, but her lingering trace is a spicy and delicious skin scent.

Take warm golden tobacco leaf and drench it in honey. Add a hint of smokey vanilla and then glaze it in a light lavender to calm down the sweetness. The hay, orris root, and sandalwood blend seamlessly into the lavender to help give it enough oomph to balance the sweeter components without going screamingly sharp. This is warm and smokey and sweet and absolutely delightful. She appears to have some staying power which is nice. Ninon is easily my favorite of the Courtesans and a must try for anyone who enjoys tobacco leaf.

Initial blast is strawberries, a nutty/woody bergamot (presumably due to the sandalwood) and a touch of sweet vanilla. As it warms up it becomes mostly strawberry and bergamot with a base of sandalwood and vanilla. The orchid and honey blend seamlessly into the mix in support roles that aren’t super noticeable. It feels just a touch candy-ish but in a fun flirty way, rather then foody.

Veronica starts with a dichotomy of juicy red fruits and strong florals, primarily ylang ylang and lily (though that could just be because I’m not super familiar with iris so it’s harder for me to pick out). The florals quickly come to the fore, with amber and moss grounding them. Sadly the pomegranate and black currant seems to be overwhelmed and settle back as barely noticeable supports . I’ll admit I’m biased against floral scents but these seem remarkably inoffensive. As this dries down further the red fruits emerge a little bit from hiding and becomes much more integrated balance between the lily/ylangylang, moss/amber, and pom/blackcurrant. A good blend to try for those who can't always do florals or fruit.

Celeste is a light blend. Definitely a mature vanilla and not particularly sweet though there is no question it’s vanilla. The floral and saffron make it complex and add depth while the orris adds a dryness that comes out as it warms up. The orchid becomes a touch more pronounced as it warms up as well. This is a gorgeous blend and very feminine.