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Hi hi! New reviewer here! I tend to avoid doing them since I don't feel I'm good at picking out notes, but there are so few for the DragonCon ones that I feel I should try! I don't have a ton of experience with HGs. I've tried the honey one and it was kinda okay but not one I'd buy. I've tried the coconut/vanilla one and didn't like it. I loved Eat Me though, which is what prompted me to snag this one because I've used almost my whole bottle! And I'm super glad I did! I only sprayed it a couple times last night and reapplied with a couple more squirts this morning. I get mostly peachiness, but it's... Warm? Like, if you were to bake peach cobbler or something, it has this warm, melty, very juciy spiciness. Maybe like peach incense. But anything that reminds me of walking into a metsphyscical/"witchy" shop, I tend to describe as incense-y. So like, if you walked in a witchy shop and they were baking a peach dessert upstairs. This might be the amber? It's usually hit or miss on me, but when it works, it gives me that warm, spicy feeling too. The pepper might be adding to that as well? Though I don't specifically smell anything peppery. If that makes sense, haha! But it's also light. I get a whiff of it here and there, but I have a feeling that if someone sat next to me, they probably wouldn't be able to smell it unless the wind blew in the right direction. As I said, I sprayed my hair twice last night after I got the package and I could smell it just faintly this morning, if I stuck the right section of hair under my nose. I don't get any lime at all, and I had to look up cistus because I had no clue what it was. After reading about it, this might account for some of the incense-y scent I'm getting (it says some species are coated with a resin-y substance, labdanum?). I can see this as being amazing in summer and very uplifting in winter when you're missing the warmer days. I'm definitely keeping my bottle, and if there ever comes a time when I have extra income, I'll probably seek out a second!

My first review! Please bear with me and my uncultured nose, hehe. I bought this and the Renoir Peach HG, expecting Ill Mannered Dragon to be my favourite and the HG to be iffy. But right now, I'm thinking the HG won! Funny how that works out! Anyways, I n the bottle, to me it's mostly dragons blood! Yum! After I dabbed it on, it turned to something that reminded me of pine trees? Or that pine tree like scent that's popular around Christmas, but just slightly minty... O _o I admit, I didn't know what neroli was (I saw dragons blood and vanilla and was pretty much like, MUST TRY!!), so I looked it up and I'm guessing this is where the pine tree like smell is coming from? It's described as "green". For the first half hour or so, this is pretty much all I get. This surprised me, because dragons blood is usually pretty strong and delicious on me. It's been about an hour and a half now, and unfortunately it's taking on this plastic-y smell that I'm starting to associate with most blends that have coconut. I so wanted to find something with coconut that works! But I'm finally starting to get a bit of the dragons blood scent though, and thankfully the slightly minty pine tree is gone! No sign of vanilla yet. I will edit and update a little later to see how it comes along. Okie guys, I posted this in the morning and now it's 4 in the afternoon! About an hour or so after I posted, the coconut/plastic smell seemed to die down and the vanilla came through more. Right now, it's actually a super nice creamy vanilla and dragons blood mix, but I can only smell it when I stick my nose on my wrist. Earlier, it seemed to have an okay throw as I kept getting whiffs of it here and there. I think my final verdict is I think I will tuck it away for a few months and see how it turns out. Maybe the original piney scent will mellow, and to me, dragons blood only gets better with age! So maybe they will balance.

Hi all! I was wondering if anyone might know of a BPAL oil that's similar to Possets Over the Rhine? I got an imp of it from a swap I think, and I've always really liked it. I figure if there was a BPAL that was similar, I'd throw it in with my current order. The description says: spicy, warm, unisex, resinous, oriental. Although there is no specific note list.

Imma start sticking your questions in here just in case they get lost in the forums. Plus some things I just don't want to air to the whole thread. So anyways, I dunno, pampering... I've never really thought about it, so I tried to put some real, extra thought in it today. I would say the things that would make me feel best, feel queenly, are things that make me -look- it. I know it may be conceited to say, but appearance actually means a lot, not just to me, and that's only a recent thing, but to other people. How you look is the first thing people notice. And I've noticed in the past recent few days that if I -look- good, I feel better about myself. I feel maybe a little more confident, a little more sexy, a little more motivated. And maybe those little things will add up, give me that boost I need to go out and kick some ass. People are nicer to pretty people. Pretty people have better chances at getting jobs and other things. It's really sad, but it's true, that's what society pushes on us. I guess that's why I've gotten this real sudden interest in things that would help me be pretty. I would kill for a day of shopping with a couple of my gal pals from high school, then hitting up some clubs and just forgetting the world and dancing and having fun, and then of course post some pics on FB of all that so W. can see and be jealous of how amazing I look and how much fun I can have without him! And I know that's totally mean and petty, and most of me would never want to stoop to that kind of revenge, but the hurt part of me wants to hurt back. But I always said I would never do anything to hurt him on purpose, so, sigh... But I guess there's nothing wrong with that plan, maybe just without the rubbing it in his face part. I just want him to see me and think "WOW!" like you said, make him see what he might be missing out on. If I can project that image to my outward appearance, then maybe I can feel it on the inside too. I just need a huge boost of confidence and bravery. Does any of that help at all? Cuz I'm not really sure what "items" would do it. Nice clothes, shoes, sparkly, pretty, shiny things? He notices -everything- too, I think that's a military thing, that annoying attention to detail. Though that attention to detail might have saved his life at one point so I can't be too annoyed at that. But he pointed out once that he saw 7 people in one day wearing the shoes I always wear. I'm like, yeah, they were 10 bucks at Target, I'm sure everyone has them. He notices clothes, all sorts of things like that and I swear he's more of a girl than I am when it comes to clothes and fashion. Granted, I'm not hugely up to date on that sort of stuff. I tend to stay basic and comfortable, but try and look good at the same time, which I guess is where I fail. Have I mentioned that he's absolutely gorgeous? When we first met irl 6 year ago, I had no idea what he looked like, we never exchanged pictures and it just never occurred to me to ask, cuz I already loved him from everything else I knew about him. He was incredibly cute back then, but omg, now... But yeah. I want to make him drool! To have naughty dreams about me! To beg for my attention and company! --- According to the parental unit, my birth time was 6:52 am. April 15th 1983. I assume still in Cincinnati, since that was where I grew up. Do you need anything else?

I decided to start a new entry, I hope you don't mind! I noticed a lot of people saying they were starting to get cut off, so just in case... Cthulhu: yay or nay? Cthulhu stalks me. Seriously. I got real interested in Tarot cards one day, talked to some people on the forums about finding a good starter deck and they told me to go with one that calls to me. I went to the bookstore and lo and behold! The Necronomicon deck. I didn't know much about Lovecraft stuff then. I had heard of him, and some of his stories and Cthulhu of course, but nothing detailed. I ended up buying the Necronomicon deck after debating for an hour or more between that and another one. But that one just called to my dark side and I loved the spooky imagery on the cards. Ever since then, Cthulhu has been popping up everywhere! Shortly after that day, I discovered The Last Lovecraft on Netflix. Awesomely funny. I started seeing his image or references to him all over, in Squishables, on FB, in songs (Metallica and Deadmau5 to name a couple off the top of my head). I watched all of season 14 of South Park when I saw it on Netflix too and those 3 episodes at the end had Cthulhu in them! So he's definitely made himself known to me and I've grown quite fond of him myself, maybe even a little obsessively so. Is there something that you wish you could do, but you keep putting it off? Find my own place to live? My roomie is frustrating at time. Or get a car. Put your current mp3player (I am the anti-apple, so no ipod ), winamp playlist, what have you, on shuffle, list the first 10 songs: Hehe, this is in the forums somewhere but I can do another list when I'm not in the middle of something. 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 getting. I ordered 3 Weenies when they came out, Askalaphos, Autumn Cider and Samhain 2011. I got in a decant group for some other ones simply because I wanted them but could no way afford to get a full bottle of all I wanted. Do you have any interest in rocks? Not like, polished colorful stones.. but like... rocks. With geologic significance! They are pretty I'm just not sure where I would put them? What would you do with them? 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? Mmm, it doesn't get terribly cold here so something light probably, that could more be used as accessories to an outfit. Neutral colors are loved since they go with anything but if you're tired of me saying black, I do love purples, blues, green and earthy colors and reds. No allergies! 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. Posted! Do you like/own/wear/want fairy wings or something of the like? Also posted! How do you feel about terrariums? If I had space, I would love one. What's your favorite horror movie? All of them? Seriously, I own this time of year. 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 use basic Walmart shampoos and stuff, usually the rosemary and mint shampoo. I'm always on the hunt for a good conditioner for curly hair that will tone down the frizz and help the fact that it's dry as hell due to bleaching the black dye out of it. Ugh. Good everyday lotions. Gum. I can NEVER have to much gum! Jane Austen .. Yay or Nay? Not sure? 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? Oh I have a whole notepad file of song lyrics and quotes I love. If you want it, just let me know some way to send it to you. That might be kinda cool to hang in my room, my walls are pretty nekkid. Do you like period or period-styled paraphernalia? Stuff like postcards, notecards, jewelry, office supplies, what-have-you? Yes! Victorian or medieval stuff is awesome. I'm getting into steampunk lately too. Gothic-y stuff is always right up my dark little alley. 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? A combination of the genres and art style I guess. I always liked the magical girl ones, Cardcaptor Sakura was my favorite and I have the Japanese manga of it. Of course, I can't -read- it, but it's cool to have! If you could choose a Smack, what would it have in it? Uhh, you gonna have to point me in the right direction for this one, what is it? If you could have a salon scent made, based on any artwork(s) what would it be? It won't let me link anything from DA, so if you need these, just poke me! 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.? Making soap or something might be kinda cool. What's 'your' song/your theme song? Will think on this... Off the top of my head, Close to the Edge by Solex comes to mind. Self vs Self by Pendulum. Crucified by Disturbed. Erase My Scars by Evans Blue. Gosh I could keep going... I might post links to some of these in the forum later too, cuz I love sharing music! What would be your superpower? To fly. Witchee, would you like a gently used BPAL tshirt? I don't have one, so sure! 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! Mmm, yummy! I always need something healthy to snack on to keep me away from bad, naughty things! Now that you mention coconut... -drool- I don't have food allergies, so anything goes. Just stick something chocolate in with the rest and I will be one happy little undead gal. Do you like charm bracelets? If you had a bracelet, what sort of charms would you want on it? Favorite hobbies, symbols, whatever? I don't have one but I've always wanted one! Something to represent art, a paintbrush or something maybe? A palm tree. A skull, a dragon, a star and moon. Some favorite animals, like a wolf and/or owl. Something like a flame or match to represent fire. An Aries sign, hehe. The boy always calls me Aries, or likes to say, "Your Aries is showing." He's so goofy. I guess add a heart or something lovey in there for him. Or a Virgo sign. Something to represent WoW or video games. I could prolly think of more later. 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? Not sure if I need anything like this, my phone isn't a fancy one and my Nook has a basic cover... I'll add if I think of anything. I like soft materials though, light breezy ones with pretty colors or cool patterns. I have these two fabrics I found at Walmart I think, one is light lavender with silver stars and the other is sort of a tie-dyed blue and purple with stars that look like they are kiddie drawn. I use it as a pattern in my art sometimes actually! Would you like a photo collage based around your interests/favorite colors/favorite themes? I can usually do something like this myself, but I tend to like other peoples art better than my own. If you're crafty, are you interested in spoonfeather? And if so, what things there delight your eyes? Moar things I've never heard of. I feel out of the loop... Colors! What are your favorite colors and what colors do you not like? Pictures and links, people! I think I answered this one in the thread. Purples. Blue and silvers/white. Black. Or black with red or silver. But every color has a use and I don't not like any in particular. What is your favorite word? I think I answered "Epic". What are the feelings on arm warmers? Color, style, texture, length? Yes, yum! Soft material again, nothing itchy. Hands/wrists to elbow-ish area. Patterns are cool, so are solids. I have a few stripey pairs that I made from long socks by just cutting the feet off. Do you like tarts? tealights? jar candles? votives? Yes to all of the above? Well, I never had a tart warmer, but I'm sure I'd love tarts too. What's your favorite flavor? Sour, sweet, bitter, salty? Sweet. Or sweet and salty mixed. Chocolate covered pretzels or bacon, I like pepper in my chocolate and ice cream. I just had this really good strawberry peppercorn chocolate chip ice cream and it's sooo tasty! So, are there any online gaming witchees who covet purchasable in-game items or other gamer-y stuff? There was, but I haven't played WoW in 3 months and I'm liking that. Plus I bought everything when I played. I do want that Deathwing poster from Blizzcon last year though. They sold out before I ordered. Anyone doing anything cool for Mabon (or the start of fall, if you aren't pagan)? Haha, well thanks to you I have some projects to do, though instead of drying the apples I bought, I've been eating them. What is your favorite coffee blend at Starbucks? If you don't have one, what is your favorite roast of coffee? Ah, Starbucks is not a luxury I can afford, but I heard good things about their pumpkin ones. If I buy stuff at the store, I tend to favor anything with chocolate or caramel. Is there anything you'd like from the Mütter Museum Store? Haven't gotten a chance to look. I just noticed that Cocoa Pink has 5 ml Perfume Atomizers. Yay or nay? Scents you would like? Scents you would NOT like? Oh, I'm a sucker for all these Halloween special things. The body set sounds cool since it's got all the scents but in different products. Yeah, they all sound delicious. what's your favorite kind of pizza? Hawaiian chicken bbq, or anything with a crapton of veggies. who are your style/fashion icons? post pics if you want! Err, no idea... Are there any food items you're craving/aren't able to find around your area? Not really sure, I love to try new things though. How do you feel about ethical animal fiber, i.e. wool and the like? No opinion, as long as it isn't itchy! What about little wee creatures for your desk or mantel? Sure, I love things like that, especially if I can fit them on my shelves in front of my books. Look down. What are you wearing, right now? My fav black tank top and white kinda jammie shorts with big black flowers printed on them, with a pink tie ribbon, my fav necklace that's a little gold disk with some sort of symbols etched along the outside edge and a smooth black stone in the middle. Kerchiefs? Nah. 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? This is how most of my days are. So boring. If I had a car, I'd go to the zoo or to Enchanted Forest and lurk in their incense section cuz it smells so good, then go cuddle the stuffed dragons in the back room. Stuff you've been meaning to do: Apply for some more jobs. Make new art. Make cupcakes. Find someone competent enough to code my website. 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? Not really, my bedtime just depends on when I'm tired or bored enough. I cuddle a shirt that The Boy left here once though. I kept it awhile then finally felt bad and told him he left it. He said it's okay, cuz he left it on purpose. It still vaguely smells like him too. Actually, I'm cuddling it right now to be totally honest. Are you interested in today's/any recent Tee Fury shirts? I think I saw today was Cthulhu. Imagine the day I click that link that it leads to Cthulhu. Princess Bride? Yay or nay? I suppose, it's a good movie but I don't get peoples obsession with it. What's your favorite classic fairytale, witches? I love fairy tales, I dunno if I could choose... Is there any kind of international candy you love or would like to try? I love Pocky, especially in flavors that aren't standard chocolate, vanilla or strawberry. I had a green tea kind once that I adored. Not too educated on other things though, but have an open mind (or stomach?) to them. What is something totally random (yes, that thing that just popped into your head) that hasn't been covered by any previous questions? I have a one track mind, most of my random thoughts revolve around Warren. Like locking him in the closet so he can't EVER leave. Can you package him up and mail him to me??? Is there any cheesy/non-cheesy Canadian stuff you'd be interested in? I had some sort of maple syrup candy from Niagara Falls when I went that was pretty tasty. I also got a big floofy raccoon tail on a keychain that I liked to wear on my back pants loop. But it broke. If you were to go here and create your very own chocolate bar, what might it have in it? Zomg... White chocolate with coconut and raspberries or blueberries (what is goji? That looks interesting) and oreos. Or milk chocolate with cayenne and black pepper, caramel, white and dark chocolate disks (I like chocolate you see, so this way I can have chocolate while I have chocolate!) maybe with sunflower seeds or sliced almonds. Is there anything you're wanting from LPMP? I don't remember what this refers too. Sowwies! Say you stumbled into Camp Half Blood (or whatever the Roman camp ends up being named <bounces in anticipation>), which god claims you? Yeah, and I definitely don't know what this refers to either! What is something people are always surprised to learn about you? That I'm more clever and smarter than I look or act. Keeps people on their toes! So who else watched Babylon 5? Saw a few eps here and there, but never really got into it. If you had to decide what your stripper name was, what would it be? I think I said Trixie. She was my aunts cute little dog growing up that I just loved. And after I think about it, it can also subtly refer to my awesome hidden cleverness!! Sooooo Witchees, have you ever taken that particular personality test? If so, are you an Analytical, a Driver, an Expressive or an Amiable? Oh oh, I posted this, I believe it was amiable. I suppose it fits more than the others do. 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? Nah. Maybe clowns a little, but creepy ones. Circus clowns make me giggle. Spiders, roaches, any types of bugs. Also stuff like needles/blood, vomit, etc. I have a weak stomach. Move gore is just fine until they show the needles, then I can't watch! what level of contact were you hoping for? Oh you are doing just perfectly! I never had a preference since this is my first time, but it's cool to know you are out there! Your favorite restaurant or type of food to eat out. Would you use a restaurant.com voucher? Groupon? I love all sorts of food, and yeah, I would use vouchers, they would be useful for date nights! Not sure what groupon is though. Are there any local museums/attractions you keep never getting around to going to? The Ft. Worth zoo, the Crow Collection museum, Six Flags... Crow is free, I keep wondering why we never go! JONES SODA CO has LE soda packs for The Guild, Buffy, D&D, So Cute, etc. Would you be interested in these, Witchee? They are all cool, then I noticed shipping is just as much as the bottles, hahah! I would get them if they had them in the stores though. It's Banned Books Week! Are there any books on the list you'd be interested in checking out? I will pretty much read anything! I have just been enlightened to THESE. Are these flavors relevant to your interests? Cherry bourbon, Coco noir, Rose citrus and Salted caramel look good. 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? Oh I think I posted this one too. Something that could go with most anything maybe. Either spooky/dark or cute. Something smaller than my Dumbledore's Army bag that would be able to fit a few things like keys, wallet, etc. My sketchbook size one is awesome, but it's a pain to take that big thing along to the mall or someplace walking around! julep maven monthly boxes: Yeah, yum! Like commercial socks? Socks are cool, my toes get cold easy. What kind of bear is best? I first saw this and thought beer. Is that bad?? I don't even LIKE beer, haha! My second thought was the naked kind, but then I realized that was "bare". Then I settled for Kodiak, or Pooh in some cases. Is anyone interested in reading The Night Circus? Never heard of this particular one, hmm... Maybe? Hershey's Pumpkin Spice kisses? -drool- I have a not-so-secret love for The Broship of the Rings. Are there any prints from her store you'd like? Not really my style. Who here likes Stephanie Pui-Min Law's artwork? Yes. My roomie from college sorta knows her. Do you drink wine? Just started recently. The sweeter, the better. Is it just me who is nervous at revealing herself to her witchee, and finding out who her witch is?! Yes! I'm being sorta quiet for the moment, just seeing how other people are working. Not sure how to do the Big Reveal yet though! Witches, did you lament NOT getting one of the condom case/imp cases that got released with the courtesan series??? I don't think I saw them? 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 have never had any candy corn other than the original. This intrigues me. Witchee, would you like anything from this particular Haunt update? Oops, I think I missed this. But you can sorta just assume now that I would try anything from any of these places. I love enabling!! Who's interested in Halloween: Montreal? I musta missed this or something, what is it? 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? Dorian or Dorian V3 (whatever is on the etsy page)and I dunno, anything? Maybe Sprinklecake... Or any of the lotions/soaps/girly things mentioned before, or... I'm so not picky! how do you feel about hemp? jewelry, soap, etc? Sure! Would you be interested in the #occupywallstreet scent? Mmm, yes, it sounds tasty! Do Paintbox Soapworks' Goat's Milk Hand and Body Creams sound like something you'd like to try? I added a few of their things to my Etsy list. 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? Aww geez, only everything? Ooh, well the sugar scrub is something I never tried before! So I guess we have SUCCESS!! Reveal? Only if you want! If you want to stay sekrit, I will love you all the same! Who likes silly items from Archie McPhee??? Oh! This is kinda like ThinkGeek! And I seeeee... Cthulhu Mints! 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 think I answered in the forum, but forget now. There was one Dragon-something, but I can't find it now. Maybe it was a limited one. What are you drooling over from the Sock Dreams Halloween stuff? Everything. Skulls, bats, arm thingies with webs and the rabbit bag. Luck charms? Hmmm, did I miss this discussion? I could always go for moar luck. Unless it's the cereal, then... I like other kinda better! Does anyone want anything from... here...? Yes. But no! I managed to lose 5 lbs the past two weeks, I'd like to keep that up! But... omg... -drool- For those of you that like candles, do you like stuff from Yankee Candle? And if you had to choose, tarts or candles? Yes! My aunt used to work there and when I helped her with inventory, I'd get paid in candles and stuff. Would you be interested in getting a custom necklace from here? Wow, yes, that stuff is gorgeous! Is there a movie you want so badly that you don’t own now? Haha, not anymore! -hugs Witch- Is there a song on Itunes that you haven’t downloaded yet? Mmm, I get all the things I want, but I'm open to new songs/bands. Is there a rare book you’ve always wanted? Nothing rare, I don't think. Is there anything you want to buy yourself but have been too embarrassed (R rated or pg)? Neopets Neocash cards. I still play once in awhile and Halloween has some of the best items, but I hate the looks people give me for buying them! Have you seen the Lush holiday update? Do you like the look of anything from there? Ohhhh, probably, lesse... The cobweb bath bomb or the demon in the dark soap sounds yummy, as does Ceridwen's cauldron if you were my witchee, would you want some of my hot nuts my candied nuts my nuts covered in butter and brown sugar candied walnuts? Hahaha! Yesh! These things remind me of the Ren Fests!! Does anyone else like collector Barbies? Nah, never liked Barbies, even as a kid. What small everyday items would you like, that you keep forgetting to get? Lotion, I went through two bottles this past week fighting itchiness, then forgot to get some when I was out today, bah! Tarot? I try... I think I'm getting better? Tell me about something you like, and why you like it. Oh boy, can I come back to this one? I like a lot of things. If you're the MMU type of Witchee, what Geek Chic Cosmetics tickle your fancy? Glass Cannon (go mages) and Tricks of the Trade in 10 Man Raid eyeshadows. The lippies and foundations intrigue me, but I don't know enough about them to pick out anything online. I'm not brave enough to try some of those colors! Would any witchees be interested in Quinn Popcorn? Yum! Are there any DIY / Crafty / Free / Budget items you'd love to get but haven't noted yet? (Or, maybe you'd just like to emphasize something you may have only noted in passing?) Hmm, well I tend to love crafty creative things anyways, especially if I can wear it, hang it, use it, or otherwise show it off somehow! Bargain bins are always fun, like little note pads or journals, pens, containers... Those cute little things places always have by registers... Goofy little Halloween things. I mean really, I'm not picky. I love ALL THE THINGS! Do you own a DSLR camera? Are you interested in a minky camera strap like these? What about anything from Photojojo? Nah, I just have a little digital camera that works well enough. Is anybody else into film photography? Interested in receiving film, supplies, etc from Lomography? I used to be into this stuff but had to sell off my stuff after college to make ends meet, so I'm not so much anymore. Are you musically inclined? Do you play an instrument or sing? If so, what? Err, I think I answered this way back. In fact, I think I -asked- it haha! But no. I WISH! Do you like liquorice? If so, hard or soft? Sweet or salt? Normally salted or so salt it pulls your face into a fishy shape? And which shapes do you like? I really didn't know there was anything other than Twizzlers. I know I don't like black though. Mac using witchees, what computers do you use? What peripherals/accessories do you have and what would you LIKE to have? What do you use your computer for? Blah, hate hate hate Macs! Sowwies Witch, if you like them. Do you like listening to audiobooks? Would you like to receive one, and if you would, what sort of audiobook would you like--or is there a particular audiobook you've been meaning to get? I prefer to read, when I listen to something, I tend to be doing several other things too and never really focus. It's more or less background noise while working or drawing. Is there anything you would want from NYCC, something you'd like your witch to ask me to pick up? Not sure, I'm not into comics much anymore... The best thing I ever ate...: Hmmm... I dunno if it's the BEST, but this Dragon Roll at Lemongrass in Columbus Ohio. I loooove sushi! What is your favorite kind of cookie? All of them. Okay, I'm not too fond of nuts in my cookies/brownies/chocolate, but I'll eat them still. If I had to pick one... Something with chocolate or double chocolate, and peanut butter. Double chocolate chip with peanut butter and white chocolate chips? Mmm... Oh oh! Great American Cookies used to have a Domino cookie, it was dark chocolate fudge type cookie with big chunks of white chocolate chunks in it! How many boxes are you hoping for? Aww geez, I already got three, that's waaaay more than I was expecting! You spoil me!! 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? Ooh, I would love that! The ability to try some new flavors without committing to an expensive full tin is a great idea! Just be sure to label what kinds they are cuz I have an awful memory and would forget. How would you feel about getting a custom poster with your favorite quote on it and some cool graphics? I'm an architecture student and can print posters (provided I make them) at pretty much any size using Adobe Illustrator at a low price. Also if you would be interested in this, what quotes would you like? Oh this would be cool! Umm, some of my favorite quotes... I know I mentioned some earlier. For long you live and high you fly And smiles you'll give and tears you'll cry And all you touch and all you see Is all your life will ever be. -- Pink Floyd The best I was is a long forgotten curse. -- Anberlin No more dreaming of the dead as if death itself was undone No more calling like a crow for a boy, for a body in the garden No more dreaming like a girl so in love, so in love No more dreaming like a girl so in love, so in love No more dreaming like a girl so in love with the wrong world. -- Florence and the Machine (Blinding has to be one of my fav songs ever! I think this would also make a great BPAL scent, since I didn't really answer the question about what art I'd like to see made into a scent, but maybe more, what SONG would I like to see made into a scent... Maybe I should ask this to everyone! But love and death in the same scent... Dark but sweet, maybe a touch of something light and flowery but not overpowering, dreamlike... Mmm!!) Are you interested in anything in the latest round of Lab auctions on eBay? I remember answering this in the thread, but I think it's over now. What favorite song(s) would you think would translate into a cool or unique scent? Hehehehe, I asked. And since then I've been thinking about that for each song I listen to, but of course I can't remember now. Anyone interested in VApothecary's Halloween update? Zombie Virus and Halloween Moon, Pumpkin Bear, Mummy Bear and Vampire Bear. Interested in anything from the Beaver Moon Lunacy update? Loi Krathong sounds neat. I sent you with $20 into a drugstore/Walmart (nothing too fancy/imported/expensive, just your average selection), and you are restricted only to the candy aisle. What would you blow it on? Coconut M&M's, cadburry fruit and nut bars, anything ghirardelli, those chocolate bars with the pop rocks and peppers but I forget the brand name. The pop rocks one is really tasty! Do you like scary books? What's the best/scariest thing you've ever read? Yes! But I don't know what the scariest thing I've read was... Movies tend to freak me out moar than books, but I guess anything with ghosts is pretty scary.

Greetings to my lovely Witch! -hugs you- This is my first Switch Witch and I am sooo excited to participate! Please please let me know somehow if I don't give you enough information or if you have questions. I am on and off throughout the day so you should get a speedy reply. 9-18-2011: Thank you for the BEEEEAUUUUTIFUL card Witch! I will work on an Amazon list tomorrow, I promise! No, I haven't had my chart done, but I have no idea what my birth time is. I'll pester the family and see if someone can't find out. Amazon Questions that are popping up: Social Media? >>Facebook<< Just mention you are from BPAL and I'll accept, cuz my stuffs all private and sooper sekrit! >>DeviantArt<< From the Weenie Update....what are you most wanting to try? Err, I already ordered 3 bottles and a bunch of decants. Ones I didn't get but wouldn't mind trying are Boo 2011, Devil's Night, Elegy IX: The Autumnal, Ghosts In Love, October 2011, Samhainophobia 2011, Sonnet D'Automne, The Vampire Bride, The Green Apple of Venus, The Changeling, The Seekim, The Wiley Grasser and The Zoom. Devil and Boo most especially. Who's into nail polish? What colors/brands? I painting my nails, I redo them every two days! I've always gotten cheap stuff from Walmart or Target but would love to try anything different and new! I like all colors, but my preferences tend to match the season, so warm colors, dark colors, I love black! And I'm not afraid to try weird shades of uncommon colors either! Is there a quote (or lyric or part of a poem) that really resonates with you or is your favorite? Oh lots... But it doesn't matter what I do, what I choose. I'm what's wrong - This is fate. -Dexter For long you live and high you fly and smiles you'll give and tears you'll cry and all that you touch and all that you see is all your life will ever be. -Pink Floyd Dreams die hard and you hold them in your hands long after they've turned to dust. -Bowen, from Dragonheart Dream candle? Scent, color, type (tealight, votive, pillar, jar, etc.) I also candles! I'm so easy, I love everything! Any colors, they will just go in the room appropriate, hehe. Any scents, though I do avoid heavy flowery scents, and those that claim to smell like waterfalls and breezes, cuz they normally don't. Do you like knitted goodies? If so, what would you like and what colors? I don't own a single knitted thing! No one I know does that, and I never learned sadly. I've always wanted one of those cool hats with the animal ears on top and the flaps over the ears with the soft dangley strings coming from them. They always ended in poofy balls. If those have a specific name, I have no idea, but I see them at anime conventions sometimes. Neutral colors are great cuz they will go with everything, blacks, greys, browns. I love purples and deep reds too. Ooh, I saw someone mention fingerless gloves and that would be really awesome too! In black! The long elbow length kind! I like soft, cuddly materials. Would you be interested in homemade edibles that are NOT sweets? Any specifics? Omg, yes. I will eat just about ANYTHING!! What do you do best?? ^_~ What GC do you live in mortal terror of the lab discontinuing, but never get around to buying? Hmm... I only have a handful of scents and all but one are imps. So I'd have to say any of my favorites, Dorian, Love Me or Dragons Milk. Ones that I'd be afraid of that happening before getting to try, Snake Oil (I always hear such good things!) and Tintagel. Maybe The Last Unicorn? Yo, yarnies! Do you Ravelry? If so, who are you over thar? Nopers... Do you have wishlists for non-BPAL e-tailers? And if so, could you provide a link or a list? >>TAL<< I've been dying to try a couple of the Love oils, most especially Blinding Glory of Love. I think The Boy sometimes needs a little encouragement, hehe. And maybe one to make me braver, or luckier, or more successful. >>BPTP<< Claaaaw polish! I've heard so many nice things about the qualities and colors! I-drool- over the glow in the dark one. Also some stuff from the update, Orchards of Hell room spray (yay asphodels!!). The Honey Pumpkin Stout and Sugar Skull soaps. Any of the bath stuff and I'm curious about the hair gloss, I would love a sample of any of them. >>Two Timing Tart<< I've been wanting to try some tarts after hearing so many good things, I just haven't been able to pick up a tart burner thing yet. Insomniac, Self-Indulence, Silk Sheets and Tease stand out to me, along with Satin Sheets, Teatime and Parasol. >>Squishables<< The dragon is by far the best! >>Villainess<< I would probably love just about anything from here! I'm especially looking at the lotions, Whipped! Crushed, Decadence, Jai Mahal, Krakatoa and Paradise Misplaced all stand out. Many of the sampler things look nice too! I'll add to this if I think of more. I don't really have specific Artfire or Etsy stores I like, I usually just type in keywords and go from there for those sorts of places. Which do you use, a PC or a Mac? PC. What is your favorite animal? Does it have to be real? Dragons if not, Wolf or Penguin if so! What are you going to be for Halloween? Most likely a witch!! If you could have a piece of oil painting jewelry (pendant, pair of earrings, or ring) with absolutely anything painted on it, what would it be? (If you prefer wall art instead, same question as above.) I'm gonna sound like a broken record here, but dragons, stars, moons, skulls... Fantasy creatures. And palm trees. How do you feel about nick-knacks? I love them if it's something really cool looking and heavy enough that it doesn't fall off the shelf. What traditions (family, holiday, or otherwise) are important to you? Nothing really, we didn't have many traditions and I live across the country from the rest of the family. I'm more looking forward to someday starting my own traditions, if I ever get to that point... /dramatic sigh Do you like going to the movies? Yes, yes, YES! I loooove movies! It's one of my favorite things to do and offers such nice, quality cuddle time. What are your favorite restaurants? BJ's has become a favorite, Red Lobster is good cuz I like seafood, and I really love sushi though I haven't been to any here since I moved, so dunno where is good. Cafe Medi, Sweet Basil, a lot of other local places. Do you play any video games? Yeah, used to play DDR and Kingdom Hearts a lot, those are still prolly two of my fav games, play Rock Band and Guitar Hero if I can find someone to play with me! Drums are my favorites, hehe. I used to play WoW and Neopets, though not so much anymore. Sometimes goof around with Facebook games, but I really try to limit myself since I was heavily addicted to Warcraft for a long time. I don't want to be so addicted to something again. Do you like any anime? I used to be big into it, went to conventions and everything. Not so much now. I'm still fond of Cardcaptor Sakura, that was the first anime series I ever saw. I like Miyazaki's movies and have Spirited Away and a few others. Do you have an E-reader/iPad/something similar that you need a cover/case for? I have a Nook, does that count? I just have a plain black case for it. My phone isn't fancy enough for cases. How much do you like jewelry? Like, if you were to get a shit ton of it during the round, how excited would you be? I looooove it and would be so flipping excited! How would you like to receive some of your Witch's favorite recipes, tailored to your likes/dietary restrictions? And specific wants? That would be pretty neat, I love to bake and am always searching out for unique recipes online. I'm a fan of cupcakes and cookies especially! No restrictions!! Do you need any boxes to store your smellies in? What would you store in said hypothetical box--imps, bottles, supplies, all of the above? Haha, yes, my 18 or so imps and 1 bottle currently reside in a cardboard tea box cut down to size. Imps and bottles, I have a few more bottles on the way from my Weenie order. Muppets: yea or nay? Like Jim Henson? I dunno... No opinion. Do you have an affinity for Calvin and Hobbes, Peanuts, The Far Side, and other comic strips? If so, which is your favorite? I used to always read Peanuts, but funnily enough, no super great liking for anything in particular. Favorite Mythological Creature? DRAGONS! Do you like hair things barrettes, headbands, flowers... I love cute little hair clippies. I don't wear headbands a lot, but scrunchies are cool. I either braid my hair in pigtails or leave it down and hold the sides back with clippies. I have a lot of cutesy, bright colored ones, I would actually really love to find some darker ones with like, skulls or hearts or something neat like that. Do you like to burn incense? If so, what are your favorite kinds...sticks? cones? resins? What are your favorite scents? OMG, yes! If I'm not burning candles, I'm burning incense, something is always going! I prefer sticks, I just can't seem to get the cones to work for me. I don't have a preference with brands yet, I used to just get random sticks when I found them til I went to this place called Enchanted Forest, and they have sooo much! I got $10 worth (which is a ton of sticks!) and am experimenting with them to see what I like. Err, so far I like them all! I'm open to try new kinds though, (do -you- have any favorites??) I recall seeing a thread on it and people recommending things, I just can't remember if any stood out. I think a lot of people mentioned stuff from India? Harry Potter - a fan? If so, what house are you? I LOOOOOVE Harry Potter! (Okay, are you getting this, she-must-love-everything vibe yet?) I've been a huge fan for about 10-11 years, I read the first two books the Christmas of my last year of high school and have just been hooked. IMO, I'm a Slytherin. I can be pretty selfish sometimes and manipulative when I want something done, but I think I can be clever at times and determined to be the best I can be and get someplace in life. The Boy though, he insists I'm not "evil" enough for Slytherin, but then again, he's only seen a few of the movies and doesn't really get all the qualities of each of the Houses. He just sees Slytherins as the "bad guys". According to him, I'd prolly be in Hufflepuff. I suppose there is some truth, I value friendship a lot since I have so very few real life friends any more. I can be pretty loyal to those friends despite sometimes being walked over (yeah, these are two completely opposite and contradictory Houses...). But I guess I'd say those two fit me best. I'm not near brave enough for Gryffindor, though some of their other qualities I might have but to me, their bravery stands out by far. And I don't think I'm smart enough for Ravenclaw because their riddles to get into the common room probably would have left me sleeping outside on the floor! If you were to receive a gift card, what places would you like to get one from? Any of these online places that people are mentioning, Lush, Villainess, etc. When you are having a really rough day, what do you like to do/have to make it a little brighter? My first choice would always be to see or chat with The Boy, but he is sometimes the cause of said rough days. Unknowingly, it gets rough when I don't see him for a few days, but he's busy with school, running his siblings around, etc. So it's more lonely than rough, in which case I like to sit on the couch on the back porch at night and either read or listen to music. Usually something loud and angry like In Flames or Soilwork to keep my mind from thinking. I also just like to light incense or candles and sit quietly and -try- to meditate, but my mind always wanders. -needs practice- Is there a particular myth/folktale/legend/fairytale/godstory that you're drawn to? Oh gosh, like, everything? I love legends and fables and stories, there are just too many! I do love Egyptian mythology especially. Greek/Roman ones stand out as well. I love the Lost City of Atlantis. I love tales from England/Scotland/Ireland. I absolutely LOVE Merlin and all the stories surrounding him and Arthur. If you RP, tabletop, forum, or otherwise... Do you have any original characters you'd like to see art of? If so, please give information! Even if it's a link to a web page or a profile or picture! YES! Asphydel is my Mage from WoW, I played her as my main the entire 6 years I played the game and she stuck. Through our adventures she just sorta took on her own personality and story and became kinda my online persona-type thing. There are lots of pics in my DA gallery, but these are some of my favs: Asphy 1 Asphy 2 Asphy 3 Asphy 4 If you could see anything, what would it be? Can be a person, an event, a landmark or monument, an object, etc. And it doesn't have to be on this planet, or in this time period, or in this reality! For something real, I'd kill to see Stonehenge. I'd love to go there and sit in the middle and watch the sun set, then just lay back and look at the stars and absorb the awesomeness that it is. If I could meet any person, it would be Merlin. Or Thrall. It'd be awesome to walk through Orgrimmar, climb in his lap, and cuddle with him (I miss mah former War Chief!) What are your thoughts on comics? Any you like? Any you have been wanting to try? Favorite characters? Hmm, well I've seen most of the movies that are based on comics, but I've never really read them. I'm not for the big, muscle-y super-hero types, but I'd be very open to suggestions for good fantasy comics. My roomie from college, her bf and his friend, and me and my ex all used to run our own webcomics, so I read a lot of -those-, but I don't keep up with any of them anymore. The only one still going is my friends bf's comic, No Need For Bushido. Actually, come to think of it, I think there are some WoW comics, or manga or something floating around, I wouldn't mind reading but have no idea where they actually start. I don't play anymore but I do love keeping up with the storylines. Are you musical? Do you play an instrument, and if so, what? If not, what do you wish you could play or do? Not at all and I really wish I was... I'd love if I could actually sing. I sing along to songs when it's up really loud, but only when it's just me here. Cuz I'm terrible. I'd really like to learn the drums, I can pick out the beat pretty easily most times and I love goofing around with them on Rock Band, I can do better on those than the guitar. Bagpipes would also be awesome. Bagpipes are way sexy. Does anyone garden? And if you do, what do you grow? If not, would a starter garden kit be something you'd be interested in? Sadly I do not have a green thumb and have killed everything that I've tried to grow. Not intentionally, of course! A small inside herb garden would be pretty neat though. Do you decorate for Halloween? Is your decorating taste elegant, kitschy and fun, or scary? I mostly like this stuff for my room, I have this spooky, gothic kinda theme going in there. My walls are black with silver sponge texture stuff. I have a few decorations for outside and I'd love to be able to add more, but there aren't a lot of Trick or Treaters in this neighborhood anyways, so not many people would get to see and enjoy it. Witchee, do you have any symbols or totems that have special meaning for you? I'm drawn to stars. I love jewelry with them, and would love to have some clothing or accessories with more stars. After this question, I did a little research on totems. I have noticed snakes popping up in my dreams a lot lately, but not sure if that would count. Sometimes they are there in a bad way, like chasing me or biting me. Other times, I'm trying to round them up, or last night, my corn snake was sorta following me around, keeping me company. It's another one of those signs I'm just not sure how to read yet, I suck at reading signs unless they jump out and say LOOK AT ME LOOK AT ME! I've always had a thing for wolves too. Is anyone fond of programs like Adopt a Tree/Highway/Library/Manatee/Acre of Rainforest/etc? Never really looked into anything like that. What #1 actor, director, author and/or musician are you obsessed with? Too many authors and musicians, but I LOVE Tim Burton! (I haven't seen anyone else put him as of me writing this, so sad!) Are you interested in anything from the Villainness Bad Apples update? I've never seen that place but briefly browsed around and I think it's safe to say I would love anything from there! I love you guys and all the cool places you find! I mentioned candles and incense a lot, but I never knew of a good place for bath stuff, so this is perfect. When I get more time, I'll try and find some scents that I may like. If you have a pet, would he/she/they like to receive a treat or a toy as a gift? Does your pet have any dietary restrictions or other preferences w.r.t. said treat? Both dogs are weird, I would say pass. One doesn't take treats well and doesn't play with toys, the other inhales treats like air and destroys all the toys. What are your top three "I want to try them but I think I'll never get to try them" (or, "I've tried them and I want moar moar moar, but I don't think I'll ever get any") scents/bath oils/sprays? Tarot: The Star. That's my biggest want-to-try scent. Then Dorian and Love Me are the ones I have that I always wear and just love, but sadly only have an imp of each, and both those are less than half full now! Is there a particular artist and piece that you would like a print of? If so, what is your max size that you could spare on your walls? Mmm, not sure... I have some print wishies on my DeviantArt, not sure how updated those are though. No size restrictions, my walls are pretty naked. Dragons, gothic-y, fantasy type things are great. I also like Disney movies like Lilo and Stitch, the Black Cauldron, a few others. And of course, Nightmare Before Christmas, things like that. If you are in to beauty and makeup related stuff, what kind of stuff do you like? What is your skintone and hair color? Are there any beauty products you've wanted to try but just never purchase? I'm clueless when it comes to makeup and such, I know that is really pathetic, but I just never got into it when I was in high school. Now that I want to experiment, I have no girly friends who live in the state to help me. I'd love to try new things though. I guess my skin in normal, not fair, not dark. My hair is long and curly, medium-light brown right now. It tends to poof out and frizz and I haven't been able to find anything that can tame the frizziness! Do you like coffee or tea? Would you be interested in trying some different types? Yes to all of the above! Are there any CDs/Albums you've been wanting but haven't bought yet? What format do you prefer? I uhh, usually just download stuff... But I'm open to hearing new bands and music, so if you have any favs you want to mix up... Would you like to receive a mix-CD from your Witch? Haha, yes! If your witch were going somewhere on a vacation during the round, would you want a little souvenir? That would be amazing! Do you enjoy any outdoor activities? Do you have a favorite form of "exercise"? I like amusement parks and zoos and concerts and stuff but I'm not fond of things like camping or hiking. I've been getting into yoga lately. And of course, well... hehehe... -nawtee thoughts- Feel free to not keep it clean! Any witchees with a ravelry account have any favourited patterns that cost money that would be a welcome gift? No account. Do you work/study at a desk and enjoy interesting or cute office supplies? Yes, omg, I am such a pen freak, I love pens in weird colors. Anything to decorate my desk, artsy supplies like markers or colored pencils, anything like that. I actually could use some post it notes, oddly enough I don't have any. Or small pads of paper to make lists and stuff on, always losing or running out of those. Witchee, are you a fan of musicals? If so, which ones? Ooh, I love Wicked! I went to see that in Chicago after reading the book. I've also seen Avenue Q and Spamalot. Are you going away for any part of this round? Doubtfully, but if I do I will be sure to let you know! Do you mind lightly used goods? Please be specific! Not at all, one persons junk is another persons treasure! Do you have an Etsy shop? Do you know of any Etsy shops that are Switch Witch friendly? I'm FaerieStories over on Etsy, but nothing in my shop. Would a gift or a postcard from Disneyland make you squee with delight or puke into your mail box? I love Disney! It's what most inspired me to go into animation and illustration! I'd kill for a Prince John beanie plush. My fav Disney movies are Stitch, Black Cauldron, Sword in the Stone, Robin Hood, Alice, Lion King, Great Mouse Detective... really any of the older ones. My fav characters are Stitch, Robin and Prince John, Cheshire Cat, Merlin, Darkwing Duck, Jafar... I also like Brer Rabbit and company. How do you like your chocolate? For example with nuts, mint, peanut butter, caramel? You can't go wrong with any kind of chocolate. Hello, I'm Asphy and I'm a chocoholic! I'll add the salted caramel in here too, and yes, I love those! What are your favorite types of Halloween candy? Anything cute or spooky, especially if it comes in a neat container or bottle. I'm a sucker for awesome packaging. Halloween time only candies are great. Do you prefer soap or shower gel? Please give examples of your favorite scents or brands. I normally just use various shower gels from Kroger or Walmart, I don't get fancy for everyday use. I would love to try some of the soaps that people have been mentioning though. Fruity and minty scents would be great, I'd also love to try stuff that might smell more musky or incense-y. Light flower-y scents are okay but my nose gets itchy if the flowers are too strong. Beads! Do you use them? Would you want some? What sorts of beads do you like? I am also a beadoholic. I recently learned to make those beaded hemp bracelets. I would love to learn how to do more of the fancy wire necklaces and stuff but don't really know where to start on those. But yes, I love beads, my box is overflowing with them! I look for all sorts, bright colorful ones, dark mysterious ones, ones that look really old, glass beads, plastic beads, pretty much anything. I wouldn't mind getting some autumn/Halloween colored/themed ones. My tastes tend to flow with the seasons. Anyone like anything in particular from Think Geek? Probably, I get their catalogs all the time, I'll have to look around and see what catches my eye. This was a question before, but does anyone here like stones? Just pretty polished stones for use in whatever purposes? Another thing I don't know much about yet. I'd like to have something that might aid in anything magickal, enhancing abilites or maybe especially to enhance concentration or meditation. Ones that bring luck in love couldn't hurt either. Would you like a hand dyed or hand painted scarf or wrap or other item? If so, what colors/designs/fabrics do you like? It doesn't get cold enough here for scarves, but if it was one of those thin, kinda silky ones that I could use as a belt, that would be really cool, I need moar belts! Blacks and reds, or something earthy to go with all my green and brown and yellow shirts. Would you like to receive e-books? And if so, in what format? .epub, but I usually just download the books I want. 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? No kids. 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!) There's a few I think are cute, but I have a Dumbledore's Army bag that's great for carrying all the junk I need, including my sketchbooks, haha! Are there are patterns, motifs, etc that you especially like? Moons, stars, skulls... Witchee, would you be interested in having a special tea cup/coffee mug/glass to drink out of? Absolutely! 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've only had teabags, but wouldn't object to trying a different form. How would you feel about kitchen towels and other similar household objects, if they are pretty or a souvenir? No opinion, I'm open minded if you have a good idea! How did you dress up for your last party or compulsory-formal-dress occasion? I can't even remember... I love to dress up, just have no place to go as an excuse to. I dress nice when I'm going out with The Boy though, if that counts. Do you enjoy puzzles/riddles? (Cryptograms, Sudoku, Crossword, Jigsaw, etc) Sometimes! I love jigsaw puzzles and would love to finish one, glue it together and hang it on the wall, hehe. Night scenes, magical ones, dragons, fantasy would all be great for my bedroom. Starry things would be nice for the living room, and tropical things and palm trees would be great in the bathroom! I do have this addiction to Sudoku too... How about little bottles of booze? Ya wanna? What kind? Fuck yeah! My experience with alcohol is limited, I keep vodka and rum/coconut rum around. The Boy introduced me to wine not too long ago. I'd love love LOVE to try new things! 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.) I love fudge, omg... -drools- And brownies. But especially fudge, all sorts of weird flavors, but you can't really beat chocolate peanut butter. I live in Texas. It's still over 100 degrees daily here. But I work at home, so I'm nearly always here, with the exception of the day or two I'm out with The Boy. Also, what about mochi? Love it, hate it, baffled by it? Baffled I guess, never heard of it. How do you feel about notebooks/journals/stationery? Anything you need or particularly like? I really like that stuff, I'm all about pens and fancy papers and the like. And nifty journal would be cool, I always write when I'm upset or angry, and my current spiral notebook is nearly full. Does confetti/glitter make you angry or fill you with glee? I like nail polish and makeup type stuff with glitter. And paints, I have some glitter paints that I like to play around with. Do you guys have any sports that you follow obsessively? How about favorite teams and/or athletes? No. Yuck! 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 adore plushies, I had this dream recently where I was in the hospital and The Boy brought me a giant stuffed red dragon, it was so soft and cuddley. And I wants it for realz! I love the Squishables, especially the dragon. I also collect penguins and I sometimes pick up cute beanie babies. I tend to get the dragons, wolves, polar bears, penguins... and I have one panther, my first ever. I've always wanted a plushie of one of the Shadow Heartless from Kingdom Hearts. How interested would you be on somewhat personalized bottle cap labels? Nah, I will have to pass simply because I only have one bottle, hehe. When you're miserably sick (*sniffle, cough!*) what are the things that comfort you the most? Funny, I am very sick as of writing this... -whimper- I pretty much stay in bed, love homemade soup and want liquids constantly brought to me. When I can focus, I love to read fun, familiar books. I just re-started Harry Potter yesterday in fact. Something soft to cuddle. What constitutes ultimate luxury to you? (go crazy!) A spa day. I've always wanted to try, I've never had any kind of massage, mani/pedi, facial, etc. Never. Though I bite my nails when I'm upset or nervous, so prolly no mani. What do you really NOT want? Err...? BPTP Update? Soaps, bath oils, room sprays... Any of it! Paintbox Soapworks - anything you're interested in, in general or from the latest update? I'm open to trying new things, that's a lot to go through right now, but I'll leave it to your judgement. Can you sum yourself (whether it be personality, life's goals, ethics, whatever) in 10 words or less? Always hopelessly hopeful... Does anyone like kimchi? Don't know if I ever had it. Would you be interested in a sample box(from somewhere like Birchbox or loosebutton)? Sure, if they come with directions, I'm new at the whole makeup thing. You have to place a Lab and Trading Post order. Right fuckin' now. No spending limits. What do you buy? Fuck. One of everything? Okay, I'm going through and picking out a few from each section I want to try, that I haven't listed yet... Bordello, Debauchery, O, Snake Oil, Spellbound, Dragons Blood, Dragons Heart, Darkness, The Ghost, Absinthe, Grog, Magus, Masquerade, Morgause, Namaste, Schrodingers Cat, Yggdrassil, #20 Love Oil, All Night Long, Come To Me, Follow Me Boy, Wolfs Heart, Black Phoenix, Goblin, Nosferatu, Anubis, Bastet, Ehecatl, Hades, Hecate, Pele, Thanatos, Alice, Drink Me, Eat Me, Jaberwocky, Twinkle Twinkle Little Bat, Al Azif, Cthulhu, Miskatonic U, Shoggoth, Rogue, Chaotic, Good, Evil, Phoenix Steamworks, Bengal, Cairo, Crossroads, The Hamptons, Kathmandu, London, Tintagel, Fairy Wine, Banana Peel in a Graveyard, The Last Unicorn. Witchee; interested in anything from Lush? Yes, I would love some fancy shampoos! On first glance, I like Dr. Peppermint shampoo, American Cream and Coolaulin conditioners. I would love to try one of the hair treatments, just not sure which one. I had dyed my hair black last year in a fit of depression. I had to recently strip that all out to get back to a more natural light brown, and now it's kind of dry... If anything would help with that, I would be soooo happy, cuz The Boy always comments on how dry and frizzy my poor hair is. -rolls eyes- The bath bombs and bubbles sound amazing! And zomg! Coconut deodorant! Do you blog? Would you like a header for your blog, a layout, etc? Nah, don't blog. However, I need my website coded! It's smallish, for my portfolio so I can stop sending potential employers to DeviantArt. The layout is all done, I just have no idea of anything when it comes to coding. Would you be interested in a handmade bookmark? Yes! I'm always losing mine, I've been using WoW TCG cards. 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? OMFG... -drools- 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. Not really sure what that is, so Imma pass. Do you like real sugar skulls? Things with sugar skull designs? I've never had one actually, but I love sugar, so it sounds yummy! If the designs on the new soap are anything to go by, then yes, I think it's really cute! Who here adores meringue? Ya caught me, finally found something I -don't- love! 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'd love any little book or box of cards with your favorite recipes! Other than that, it's a mix, sometimes home, sometimes eat out, it just depends on the night and mood. Can't ever really have too much kitchen stuff I guess. If it helps, my kitchen is a lime green/dark green/pink kinda tropical color scheme/theme. How do you feel about maple syrup? Omg, yum! I've never had -real- syrup like they've been talking about in the thread. How do people feel about little pocket shrines, maybe something inspirational/motivational to keep in their purses/backpacks/whatever? Those are really cute, but I like carrying as little as possible. Most times I just stuff what I need in my pocket. Do you like Star Wars? Original Trilogy? Prequels? Spin-offs? Favorite characters? The original trilogy, yay! I was such a big fan back in middle/high school. I like Yoda and the Ewoks and a bunch of side/background characters that I can't remember the names of. 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. I love it! My uncle used to make THE BEST homemade beef jerky, but he passed away a couple years ago, and I haven't had it since. I prefer the thicker and softer kind, all sorts of flavors, even spicy. 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 work at home. Doctor Who? Yay or nay? Err, dunno? 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? Never saw it, so pass. Anyone love Buffy/Angel? Love Buffy, and love what I've seen of Angel so far. First two seasons of Buffy are the best though! How would you feel about gummies? Like, gummy bears? Gummy werewolves? Gummy vampires? They make things other than worms and bears? Gummy anything is great! (I saw someone posted gummy boobies, that's awesome, I want!) How would you feel about a totally original Gela-skin for your laptop/iPod/phone? Stickers? Decals? I like stickers and stuff, but I don't really have anything that would use gela-skins. 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? Oh I love it all, this is my favorite holiday and season! But honestly, the darker, the better. Are your ears pierced, Witchee? Do you have any other piercings? Would you like to receive any items of jewelry for these piercings? Sure! I have two holes in each ear, but I have sensitive ears, so they would have to be the special kind. How do you all feel about Whoopie Pies? Err, what is that?? Are you looking for a certain kind of DVDs to spruce up your collection right now? For some reason I don't have The Black Cauldron on DVD. It's one of my fav movies, and I can't figure out why I don't own it! Does anyone like postcards? Is anyone willing to be a Nacho witch for postcards? I'd love to get postcards from anywhere! Anyone going to see any good concerts this fall? Seeing Deadmau5 tomorrow night! (Spet. 18th) I saw Avenged Sevenfold a couple weeks ago. Not sure what is coming up though, haven't checked yet. Do you like Star Trek? Original TV series, films, spinoff series, etc? Favorite characters? No. Witchee, would you like a framed photograph and of what? Hmm, I dunno what of. -ponders- 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? I do! I have a ton of WoW shirts from Jinx. Goofy gamer related things are fun, or stuff with things I like, bands, etc. I usually order XXL online when I'm not sure, my boobs are big and things shrink in the dryer on me. How do you feel about pumpkin scented things? Not perfume related, but soap, candles, etc.... Yum! -eats them- Has anyone else heard of or does anyone else love Glamourkin? I has not heard of it. Okie, I looked it up! Those are cute, I'm not sure if I'd wear one but I can see it as decoration of sorts somewhere. I like magickal thingies for mah room. 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. Whatever is unique and local there, I'd love to see/try things that I couldn't get around here. SOCK PREFERENCES? Cute? Scary? Purple? Would you like/wear a pair of these? http://www.ravelry.c...rary/yoga-socks If so, what color? I will pass on those, mah toesies get cold easy. Is there anyone here who likes toe socks? You know, those socks with a place for each toe? I do, I have a couple of stripey ones. What strange misc. items would you love to receive that you just haven't gotten for yourself? Hmm, I love strange misc. items. I would have to say hair scrunchies or ties. I do my hair in pigtails or braids a lot and never seem to have a matching pair of colors for that. I been using my multi-colored silly bandz lately, and then one broke. It was a dragon. I was sooo sad! Oh oh! Silly bandz! 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 love you guys, I had to look this up too, but that's a cool idea, I never thought of mixing. Or, I don't have the bottles to do it. Ne pref with chemicals, I looove glitter and I love all colors. I have this thing for purple and orange together, if anything can be made pretty with those. Kinda Halloweeny. 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? Definitely one of those people that never have enough! I've got all sorts, some I ordered from a friend just came and they are yummy! Called Brains, Fresh Tomb and Zombie Breath! She has store on etsy, neondragon or some such. I like Burts Bees, and I like kinds that are tinted, cuz I never really played with lipstick and I don't know if I'm brave enough to try a real one, so I have one that's kinda maroon-ish. I would try others too. Would you be interested in getting fountain pen inks or art supplies via JetPens and or DickBlick? I like Microns for inking my illustrations. I've never had a good fountain pen. 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? I'll pass, I have my own ginormous collection of watercolors. How do you feel about getting art supplies in general? (copic markers, watercolor, brushes, paint, sketchbooks etc.) I've always wanted to try copics, but they are expensive. Brushes are always good. How do you feel about Threadless tshirts? Omg, the House Brawl tshirt! I saw that a looong time ago and wanted it soo bad. Every Night I Have The Same Dream is cool too. I have frequent dreams of zombie apocolypses. Oh, if I haven't mentioned yet, I love zombie things. 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? Candy and nail polish, maybe try some new makeup thingies. Darling Witchee, would you enjoy farmer's market pickled veggies (green beans, garlic, asparagus, etc) or fresh canned peaches or something of that nature? I would adore fruits over veggies, but only cuz I haven't had anything pickled besides pickles. I would try anything you sent though! Do you prefer color or white photographs? Nature or abstract? I like color. Tropical settings with beaches and palm trees are yummy, dark night settings are cool. Graveyards, full moons. Things like that. Animals are awesome too. would you be interested in something like this? https://lostcrates.com/how-it-works That sounds interesting, I wonder what sorts of things come in it? They would be scared of my personality though, hahah!!! What are some of your favorite paintings? (famous or undiscovered?) Feel free to link to examples! I'm not really sure, for an artist, I'm not really up to date one what all is out there! I have some prints in my wishlist on DeviantArt. And there was this one painting at a museum I went to in high school that was really dark with an evil looking skull or skeleton or something like it, but I don't know the name. Or the museum. But, you know, dark stuff. If you could have an image painted for you - sky is the limit - what would it be? Me and my WoW friends all gathered and taking down the big bosses, Rag, Nef, LK, Deathwing, etc. Haha, that would be so awesome. Name your 3 favorite scents for candles: Pumpkin, Vanilla... Mmm, I dunno! Fruity/foody over flowery. Name your 3 favorite types/flavors of tea: Ginger Peach, anything green tea with mint, and anything that anyone else has named because I want to try it! 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. I am open to trying new makeup-y things. Do you like Legos? Especially mini-fig key chains, Lego block keychains, small Lego sets, etc? Haha, I ALWAYS wanted these as a kid, but now I'm not sure if I have the shelf space for something really big. 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. Sprinklecake - $20 (I only just saw this a few days ago, yum!) The Last Unicorn - $26 Imp of Cheshire Cat - $4 Are there any characters that you love or identify with? I love Severus Snape. Like seriously. I would marry him. And Thrall. I would also marry him and have his little green orc babies. Maybe identify with Luna, for being strange and out there, but being able to see things that others don't. 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 love drawing, I usually start with a sketch, then do ink and scan to color in photoshop. I love doing things with my hands, I can't sit still. If I'm home and watching a movie or tv, I -have- to be doing something, like sketching or making bracelets or playing with sculpy. Even doing my nails or folding laundry, haha, I just can't sit and watch! Are there any Arcana Weenies that you MUST HAVE? Ooh, they all sound lovely. Caffeinated Death stands out. I always tell people they can sleep when they're dead, it's perfect, hehe! Dia de los Muertos, Little Goulie and Ruby Crow and Zombie's Cucumber also stand out. I can't tell if it's because of the names or the scents or both though, haha! So what say you? IS an "unexpected" visit/in-person witching OK? That would be soooo cool! On shuffle, what are the first 10 songs on your playlist? Rammstein - Spieluhr In Flames - Where Dead Ships Dwell Coheed and Cambria - Justice in Murder She Wants Revenge - Up In Flames Evans Blue - My Damsel: A Confession To An Adversary Foo Fighters - Everylong Foster the People - Helena Beat She Wants Revenge - Walking Away OneRepublic- Won't Stop The Strokes - Reptilia

Mage (also from the RPG series) is pretty amazing, though I may be biased since I always play a mage in games, heh.

I'm still looking for The Star, gah! I want that one so bad, I feel like it would be perfect for me! What about Velvet Tiki and Upa Upa? Are they still available? I'm keeping a list for my next order.

Yes, The Star was part of the GC Tarot series that was discontinued quite a while ago (2007?). I had a chance to try a decant, and it was nice, but I didn't fall in love the way other people did. (And I'm a coconut lover, of all types!) Still, if you have expendable income, I just saw a bottle posted on eBay (2 days left)... so there's some still around, if you go looking for it. Heh, guess I missed it by quite a lot! Thanks for the suggestion, I will definitely keep an eye out now. Still putting together my list, there's just soo many to choose from, I could easily spend a whole weeks pay at once. O_o

If anyone is familiar with World of Warcraft, I wonder what your suggestions would be for The Forsaken race, in particular, my character. She's a mage, plays both fire and arcane. Being Forsaken, she is of course, undead. But I always imagined her character to be more of an earthy, slightly decaying scent, rather than all out death and rot. I figure, with all their experiments, the Undead must have found -something- to keep them from smelling so... ripe. Her personality is overall pretty happy-go-lucky, but also dark. She has an enormous power that she is most willing to use if called for. In some ways, she wants to fit in and be accepted, but in other ways, she is happy being unique and on her own. I'm thinking something firey or uhh, spark-y. Electric-y? With maybe something earthy but hints of death or graves or something kinda sinister like that, but also with a sense of adventure. I plan on getting some more imps, so more than one scent is perfectly fine. Here's a few pics if you think a visual might be helpful. [Link 1] [Link 2] [Link 3] [Link 4]

Oooh, my turn! Hmm, I don't really know where to start. ^^: I guess like so many others, I am new here. I found a link to this place on WoWInsider and spent several hours looking around. After much debate and lurking in the recommendations forums, I picked my first six imps. I got them a week or so ago and love all of them. So I am preparing a list of six more to try. Well, I'm 28, but I don't feel it. I always say age is only a number, it's how you feel on the inside that counts. I love going places. It really doesn't even matter where, I just like to be -out-! I love singing and dancing, even though I can't and I only do so at home when I'm alone. I'm a really shy person when it comes to meeting new people or being in large groups. A lot of times, I feel like I am awkward in social situations simply because I don't really have much in common with most people. I just don't know what to say to break the ice I guess. *hides* I have a degree in time based media, which is animation, video, web design, etc... But I actually do freelance illustration when I discovered that I just don't have the patience it takes to animate, though I do love modeling and rigging for 3d stuff. So a lot of my time is spent sketching, drawing and coloring images. Besides drawing, I love to read! My mom always said I lived in a fantasy world and that's very true. I try to get away from the "real world" as much as possible because it's always, well... bad. O_o I hate being in serious or hard situations and can't really deal with them well, so any way to escape, I take it. Which leads me to my other big hobby, which is gaming. I loooove video games and am very much addicted to World of Warcraft (it was through that news site that I found BPAL!). I love fantasy, I love dragons, I love magic and above all, I love to immerse myself in that world and pretend I am my character, battling monsters, doing quests, and all that good stuff. Nothing beats casting a giant fire ball and watching critters explode in a brilliant, fiery death! ^_~ ...Yep, I am a total nerd, oh wells! Hmm... Let's see... I tend to be a pretty decent person, or at least I try. Sometimes I am impatient and can have a nasty temper, but all in all, I -try- to get along with everyone. I'm hyper at times, I love to laugh. I am easily entertained and will laugh at even the cheesiest jokes and have been known to slip in my own clever jokes here and there when I am feeling especially witty. Err, that doesn't happen all to often though! I hate sports, was always picked last in gym class, grr! But I like sewing, crafts, sculpting, painting... Stuff to keep my hands busy while I watch movies, cuz I love allll movies! My favorite color changes from day to day, week to week... whatever, to fit my mood. It's usually purple though. On days I'm feeling not so good, I like black, red, silver. On days I'm feeling really happy and hyper, it's yellows and greens. I love the sun and hot summer days, tropical things, coconuts and palm trees. In fact, I feel like I'm sometimes half plant and just feed on the sun's warmth, and whither and get sad when it's cloudy or cold for too long. Physically, I am kinda short, just a little over 5 feet. Prolly a little overweight cuz I fail so much at sticking to diets. *shakes fist at those darn video games and ice cream* I have brown hair and brown eyes, but I like to experiment with hair colors, so it can sometimes be lighter or darker with hints of red or plum. I guess the last important thing is a recent discovery... I sort of have a habit of falling in love a lot and then get my heart broken because of it. I fall too hard, too fast and then when it doesn't go well, I get very sad and depressed. I can go through weeks of just crying and being sad, then suddenly bounce back for awhile, only to have something random remind me of it all over again. It's very strange. And no, don't worry, I know to go get help if I need it! I dunno, is there a scent that has a lost love, but kinda sad but kinda hopeful smell to it? If so, that would be mine! I guess I just love love, but not the end of it. Hmm. Oh, of the six imps I got, I like Dragon's Milk the best, Elegba the second best I think, or maybe tied with Obatala. Such a hard choice... O_o Okay okay, recommend away! I NEEEEED to buy moar!

Hmm, I been reading through this trying to figure out what it is that I want... I'm looking for something sweet and beachy, something that screams tropical! I just got my first batch of imps not too long ago and got Obatala, Elegba, and Pahoehoe. They are all very nice, but not -quite- what I'm looking for. I like Elegba for a sort of darker scent... I just got told I smell pirate-y, so I guess that's good! It doesn't quite have the coconuttiness that I want though. Pahoehoe is nice and tropical-y, but again, the coconut just isn't as strong as I'd really like. Though it does make me want to lick my arm, haha! Obatala was really nice though. But I am still convinced that there must be something that I missed! My next batch of imps I plan on trying Eden, Shango and maybe Black Pearl? I am intrigued by what everyone said about The Star, but I couldn't find it. I guess this was a limited one that I missed, since I only just found this place a couple weeks ago? Much sadness if so...