Katlyntje

This is a traditional Sumerian perfume, composed of juniper, tamarisk, almond, lavender honey, sesame, myrrh, olive oil, cedar, and rose. In the decant I am getting mostly juniper and cedar with a touch of lavender and olive oil. Wet on my skin there is still a lot of cedar but the tamarisk ( I think) and almond are definitely making their way to the fore front. As it dries I am also detecting the sesame, myrrh, and a faint floral which must be the rose. Gradually the rose is pushing it's way through the rest of the scents and the almond, sesame, and tamarisk have taken up a supporting role with their nutty fragrances. There is a touch of cedar and juniper behind that and the honey lends a unifying though gentle sweetness that blends it all together beautifully. Overall this has a nutty-woodsy aroma drizzled with honey and a scattering of rose petals. I am definitely going to need to get a bottle of this

I would really like to know the answer to this as well. Really hoping they go against tradition and keep the 13 up for a full week, I just don't have the money this week

In the bottle this is sweet, sugary goodness. I definitely get the vanilla and milk but there seems to be a bit of butterscotch as well though I know that's not in the listed notes. Wet on the skin, the ouhd and honey come out strongly but as it dries I get a touch of patchouli and the honey fades back a bit leaving the oudh and vanilla in the spotlight. This is a very snuggly scent, staying pretty close to the skin. I really really like this.

The first, and last, time I tried a BPAL pumpkin blend it was completely overwhelming and I have been a little scared of trying more. For some reason though this really spoke to me and I have blind-bought an entire bottle. Here goes! In the bottle this is all cinnamon and pumpkin. Mostly cinnamon.On my skin it starts off as spiced honey and as it dries the spicy-dry cinnamon starts to take over with the sweetness taking a backseat. It's still there, complementing the cinnamon, but the cinnamon is definitely the star of this show. And this is the red-hots and fireballs type of cinnamon; dusty, dry, almost-but-not-quite burning the sinuses if I take too deep a breath up close to my skin. Twenty minutes later and this is still hot cinnamon with a touch of sweet pumpkin. I am ok with this. This is definitely a scent to keep you warm on cold days. A sit by the fire with hot drinks, blankets, and books type of scent. Warming and comforting and totally snuggly.

This is smokey and sweet with emphasis on the smoke when wet. As it dries I can begin to detect a light floral note and the smoke starts settling back revealing a lovely spiciness. Dry, this has morphed into a wood/spice/sweet scent with lurking wisps of smoke and a tantalizing hint of floral. I really really like how this smells. On me anyway, I tried a bit on my husband because I dabbed too much on myself and it went all sour wood on him.

So how do people feel about spare garden seeds? If it's herbs I would love 'em! I'm (hopefully) going to have a garden bed dedicated for herbs this summer and need some seeds for filling it! Would you be interested in receiving fiber art supplies (like yarn, spinning fiber, etc)? Yarn probably not. Spare fabric would be loved however. I do a tea of the day post on instagram every day and like to have different fabrics for backgrounds each day. Would you be interested in receiving beads and/or stones? (The stones are for wire wrapping...or just for looking pretty.) One can never have enough beading supplies I say. Jewelry Please! I usually only wear stud earrings. Dangly stuff is ok as long as it is on a stud, not a hook. Tea? YES! I know I should drink down more of what I have before getting more but being gifted with it doesn't count. Right? I love black, oolong, and pu'erh but am willing to try some whites and greens. Loose leaf is preferred but bags are ok too since they're easier to use at work. Talismans and charms: No thank you Do your pets need anything? I have two cats that would love small toys to bat around! How about (unused) hair accessories (barrettes, fancy bobby pins, headbands, etc.)? I love flower clips What about stickers, paper, paper, pens ect? Yesssssssss Nail polish? If so, any particular colors? Triple yes! I can never get enough orange nail polish. Matte polish or topcoat is always usefull, holo is LOVED in any color, and I have a weakness for the new textured polish trend as well. I do enjoy indie brands but I'm not much of a glitter fan. Would you want BPAL/BPTP stuff??? Do you have a wishlist? Or are you already so well-stocked with BPAL that getting more in a spring cleaning swap would be overkill? Overkill? What's that? Wishlist is in my sig as is my DISO. I have wishlists on the BPAL and BPTP sites as well that can be found with my username. Are there any small household goods you always need and never can find when you need them? scotch tape rolls! Would anyone want old CD's? Like 90's boy band type? No thank you Ok what about wii games, like exercise ones or kids games? No thank you, we don't have a wii Would you be alright with homemade baked goods, candies, etc? In moderation. One or two items would be ok. How about baking/cooking supplies, like spices and such? Non-perishables like cookie cutters and muffin cups are always useful. What about OCYL? Any other perfume companies you love or want to try? I wouldn't mind trying Villainess perfumes . . . or if you have any of their adorble ampule bottles that are empty . . . Would you want soap/bath and body goodies? What companies do you love or want to try? No thank you Are there any kitchen appliances or gadgets you'd like? nope Are there any yarn-based, fabric-based, etc. objects you would like to receive? Scarves, shawls, tote bags...? stuffed toys for kids or pets? I love scarves and plushies (dragons, otters, red pandas, Ty beanies) and so do my kids Do you dress-up/cosplay - if so, are there any items you need right now for fabrication? Any special accessories or fabric, supplies, etc? I am a member of the Society for Creative Anachronism which does Medieval recreation. Wooden plates and bowls as well as wood-handled or horn-handled utensils would be great. Linen or wool fabrics and medieval-style trim are always welcome. If you need any more ideas I have an SCA category in my Etsy wishlist. What I would most love are simple lampwork beads for the Viking garb I am putting together <3 Do you have an e-reader/tablet and would you be interested in e-books/games if I can figure out how to gift already purchased ones from my Kindle? No thank you What about makeup/skin care? Are you interested in anything in that realm, provided it's new and all? I love eye-shadow and lipstick, especially in shades of peach and orange. Would you be interested in recieving cute little containers? (I.E. having your items in mailing box also being inside tins or cloth jewelry baggies, ect.) Yes please! I have a weakness for stuff like that If you would like CDs, what styles of music do you like and hate? Like steampunk, classic rock, instrumentals like The Piano Guys, Lindsay Sterling, Unwoman, and Michion. Would you like some art for your walls? What styles do you like? No thank you. My husband and I are both artists so we have too many things to put up already Are there any staple type items you could use (that I might just have multiples of haha) likeCotton rounds, deodorant, shaving cream, body wash? Or travel size items? cotton rounds, q-tips/cotton swabs, crayons (for the kids) Clothes! Anything you especially desire/lean towards, and what sizes would you like? My style tends to be a bit eclectic. I like full skirts - floor-length to just below knee-length, sarongs, babydoll tanks and tees. Size small. Would you be opposed to mugs or other beverage recepticals? What are your preferences along those lines? I am looking for a new travel mug. It must be able to hold at least 12 fluid oz. I also collect teaware

In the bottle this is creamy fig and sweet, sweet tropical florals. Wet on my skin this stays pretty true to the bottle scent but the ylang ylang is more distinct. On drydown the scent clings close to the skin, sweet-creamy fig and florals with very pink candy. Very. Pink.

Sniffing the bottle I'm getting mostly bergamot and vanilla but wet on my skin the tea note emerges . . . briefly . . . before the bergamot takes off like a rocket. What can I say, citrus just loves my skin chemistry Unfortunately that makes most tea notes turn to pure lemon on me since the lab seems to think lemon must be a part of EVERY tea note. Gaaaaaah! I never put lemon in my tea unless it is iced. WHYYYYYYYY LEMON No patchouli. No balsam. Just lemon and bergamot totally stomping all over my lovely tea. *sigh* Edit: About half an hour later the citruses have decamped and the patchouli and balsam are lounging in the sunset glow sharing a pot of tea. With NO lemon. Patchouli and balsam know how to drink tea the proper way.

Clemence is definitely chai, but before the milk and sugar get added

In the bottle this smells like rotting chocolate drizzled with over-ripe pomegranate juice. The vetiver really gives it that perfect rotten-ness. On contact with my skin the patchouli comes roaring out and pretty much devours the other notes leaving just a tinge of sweetness from the pomegranate and rose to drip from it's vicious jaws. Sated, the patchouli curls up and transforms into a domicile kitten with a dusting of cacao on it's nose and it's little pink paw pads scenting the air with roses. The drydown is all gentle patchouli and myrrh with rose and a tiny hint of cacao

This is lush, floral, heady, succulent-sweet JASMINE. Yes, the capslock is necessary. This perfume shouts, "I am JASMINE! Love me or perish!" There is nothing subtle here, no hidden motives or secret agendas. This is like walking into a garden full of jasmine plants in full, delicious blossom. Displaying their pure-white blooms in a most lascivious manner whilst wrapping you in their seductive scent. Oh yes, lovely Jasmine. I shall lie with you in the dappled sunlight of your garden and dally away the afternoon lulled by thy sweet, sweet aroma.

My costume is a steampunk mechanic so I decided to go with No 93 Engine

Just in case I decide to participate in any more group swaps I am creating this list here so I can cut/paste rather than having to type it all out yet again. This is a constant work in progress and subject to change at any time. Feel free to take inspiration from this list if you are swapping with me! Colors: Orange, purple, dusty rose/pink, copper, red-toned browns, olive greens Flavors: Chocolate-orange, chocolate-raspberry, dark chocolate, chocolate-mint, blood orange, raspberry, apple, pomegranate Scent notes: Jasmine, ylang ylang, blood orange, wine, juniper, pine, opium, myrrh, tea, peach, orchid, vanilla, honey, plum, frankincense, patchouli, tomato leaf Teas: Loose-Leaf, black, pu'erh, dark oolongs, cherry-rose scented Tea companies: The Tao of Tea, Bar Harbor Tea Company, Upton Tea, Numi Tea, ThePuriTea Things I collect: Teaware (pots/cups/etc), medium to small notebooks, nail polish, books (SF/Fantasy), indie brand loose eyeshadows Fandoms: Tolkien, My Little Pony Games: Guild Wars 2 Themes: Pirates, Steampunk, Victorian Critters: dragons, red pandas, otters, snow leopards Wish Lists BPAL - http://www.bpal.org/topic/127-wishlist/page__st__2625__p__2227327#entry2227327 Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/X0L1049BIE13/ref=cm_wl_rlist_go_o_C-8_d Nail polish - http://paintedpixies.blogspot.com/p/polish-wishlist.html

The scent of Planting Moon is that of summer squashes, pole beans, kohlrabi, tomato leaves, peppery arugula, upturned earth, and sun-warmed herbs. I agonized over buying this in May and eventually ran out of time. Then of course I kicked myself repeatedly over the summer for not getting it. I have it now though thanks to a lovely forumite and am over the moon (lol, pun!) In the bottle I am definitely getting beans, tomato leaf, and herbs. Wet on my skin the arugula comes out a bit to join the beans and tomato leaf. This smells exactly as my poor drowned garden should have smelled if not for the month's worth of nearly-nothing-but-rain we got this spring/summer. This stays true as it dries and all I want to do right now is go outside and plant something. I wonder where I put all those freesia and tulip bulbs . . . .

My first impression: *snif* Oooooooo! *sniiiiiiiiiiif* MMMMMMMMMMMMMM! In the bottle I'm getting mostly gentle tea, creamy neroli, and a drop of sweet honey. Wet on my skin it goes a little musty at first, like dry tea leaves. The tea is the strongest note right now with the neroli underlying it. As it dries it stays pretty true to that with just a hint of peach starting to emerge. I can't say as I'm really getting much honey from this but then I also tested Peach I earlier which is just dripping with honey. This blend has a very fresh, crisp feel to it. It would be great for sunny spring days and late Indian summers.

In the bottle this is all syrupy peaches and heady wine. Wet on the skin the rose starts to peek out its velvety petals. As it dries the peach gets drier, less syrupy and the wine mellows out. All of the notes blend together so beautifully you almost can't tell where one ends and another begins. Now dry, this must be the mimosa that I'm smelling blending seamlessly with the sweet sweet peaches. The rose has gone back into hiding and the wine has faded entirely. No wait, there it is, making a bit of a comeback. Mmmmmm. Can I eat my arm now?

In the bottle this smells just like Tobacco Honey plus peaches. Wet on my skin I am definitely getting the red musk with the peaches. As it dries the tobacco emerges from the red-peach, the honey laying it's sweet, thick blanket over everything. This is a very warm, sweet, comforting scent. Perfect for a lazy late summer, or Indian summer, day or for a cold, drizzly autumn day while settled into a cozy pile of blankets with a large mug of tea and an even larger book.

Are there any animals, birds or bugs that you don't like, scare you, or just plain freak you out? I don't mind fake spiders but anything with more than eight legs is definitely out. Actually, come to think on it anything with more than four legs other than spiders, scorpions, and butterflies is right out for me Who likes to write with fountain pens? Do you have a preferred type of pen? I looooove pens. Actually I'm pretty sure I have three bottles full of fountain pen cartridges and no pen to use them with. As for cell phone stuff, I'm pretty well set. I got a new phone this summer and the first thing I did was buy a bunch of stuff for it Edit: What kind of tea do you like? Loose leaf is the best! I love black, oolong, and pu'erh. No Earl Grey however Do you have any favorite Halloween/fall-theme animals? Ravens and cats, definitely. I'm stealing your answer to your own question. Vintage scary is awesome, I don't like the gore-and-torturefest scene that seems to encompass most horror today. I DO NOT LIKE TO BE FREAKED OUT, it sickens me and I seriously cannot handle it, so please stick to old-school, or generally weenie things, or fall-themed stuff. ^ This. Totally this ^ New (Weird) Question: I do a lot of resin work, specifically, insects in resin. Would receiving one be horrifying? Okay? Interesting? It would depend entirely upon the insect. I'm ok with butterflies/moths and some beetles have gorgeous colors. Are there any other perfume, or bath & body companies that you would like to try? Any that you have tried & would like more of? Or any you have tried, but don't want more of? Villainess. I love her ampule-shaped bottles Are there food items that you adore, or have tried once, that you can't get where you are now, but would love to eat again? none that I can think of. I know we had a question about mix cds in the q'aire, but if you answered yes to a homemade cd, would you be interested in a themed mix? Such as Halloween classics, or dark and stormy classical, etc. and so forth? Oooooo! That would be fun! How sick a sense of humour can you cope with? Not my thing If I were going to make you a polymer figurine-or-pendant-or-earrings-or-..., is there any particular thing you'd like more than other things(ex: a tiny 'you', or witch's hat earrings, or a ghost pendant, etc.)? Dragons, fairies, otters, mini TEA POTS/CUPS Would you be interested in a handwritten journal that had stuff for and about you(no, not stalker notations); for example, things about your astrological sign, or birthday, or year you were born or recipes or poetry or pictures? Like, a book that you could read, that was assembled just for you(in my sort of sloppy, lefthanded writing[i will write in print, not cursive, so you can still read it]) It's a lovely idea, but probably not something I'd use often. Are there any candies in particular you'd like to try? Or that you just can't get enough of? Quality chocolate bars with bits of/flavored like raspberry, strawberry, orange, spices, tea Are there any candies you can't stand, and don't want to see in your box? black licorice, caramel (though my husband would love it ), anything with nuts or coconut. List 5 or 6 TV shows/Movies that you enjoy watching (and possible villains, if you can think of any): Disney's Alice in Wonderland, the live version. Hello Dolly! 1776 Howl's Moving Castle Ever After The Three Musketeers - I like just about every version Red The Hunt for Red October Villains: Cardinal Richelieu from The Three Musketeers Decorations: can you have them at your desk at work (assuming you have a desk at work) and would you like some? My job is seasonal and we close before Halloween so decorations wouldn't do any good Are there any books or short stories (or poems) you especially associate with this time of year or always want to reread in autumn? Edgar Allen Poe's The Raven. Actually, just about anything by Poe. I've always meant to read some of Lovecraft's stories as well. How do you feel about skulls? I have no problems with skulls. I find bird skulls to be especially beautiful. Do you like plushies? Yeeeeeessss Lip balm: tin or tube? Either Do you or would you burn incense? What kind? Nope How about scented (or unscented) candles? We only use candles during power outages Do you prefer physical books, or would some form of e-reader book be okay? And if ebook, do you prefer Kindle, Nook, iBooks, or something else? Physical is preferred, definitely Oh, and are you okay with Graphic Novels/Comics? I love manga, not really into American style comics though. Jewelry: Gold or Silver? Anything as long as there is no nickel and no copper for rings. Whether you do or do not nail polish, would you be interested in nail wraps of any sort? Could be festive or not, any brand (in addition to things like Jamberry, there are plenty of other brands out there). Sure! Would you like some home...made(?) fall pictures or photos to frame or put in a photobook? I will stalk the toads in my yard for you! Any particular things you'd enjoy photos of? I love photos of dew-covered spiderwebs. Are there any things (characters, bad guys, halloween-related-things, fandoms, etc) you absolutely can not stand or don't want in your goodies? Twilight, 50 Shades of Grey, sports teams, and items of that ilk. I don't watch Dr Who so don't bother with items from that either, not because I don't like them, just because I wouldn't understand or appreciate them as they deserve. Anything from the update strike your fancy? Butterflies, Flowers, and Jewels Attending; Little Pythia; and Lilith's Feel Better Flowers Is there anyone else in your household that would appreciate a little extra included for them(pets, children, spouse, SO, house spirits, etc.)? This is also known as 'Do I need to send two bags of caramel apple Milky way; one for you and one for you...to share with other people?' Also, this would be considered an extra, and not necessarily part of the 13 gifts. I have two kids (one girl, one boy) who are horrible moochers of candies, treats, and stickers. Do the mp3 player/radio station thing!(optional, just because I always like this question ) How about I just tell you the last few CD's I've listened to instead - Abney Park, Brave Soundtrack, Steampowered Giraffe, Trans-Siberian Orchestra I know we had a question about getting into new hobbies/crafts already, but is there anything else you've always meant or wanted to learn about/learn more about but haven't got around to getting a book on or watching a show about it? I actually just joined the SCA and am planning on starting medieval soap-making >.> Gift cards/vouchers - yay or nay? If you like them - which stores would you like one for? Yay! Etsy is always a good choice Are there hot drinks that you like this time of year? If so, what would you like? Tea (mostly loose-leaf), and I start drinking more spiced apple cider also. Seen anything lately that makes you go OH HOLY FUCK THAT'S AWESOME!! ? Zoya Pixie Dust polishes How about homemade infused vodkas? We have quite the alcohol collection right now already since we started making wines this year Name five small things you could use, but might not think to get for yourself? Round cotton pads for makeup/polish removal, super glue, fun bandaids (mustache designs and such), If you are my trick or treater, would you be delighted by some cool Halloween fabric or would you wonder if I'd lost my mind? I love fabric but I have so many fabric projects that I've had sitting around (some for years) that I've never even touched, I doubt I'd actually be able to do anything with it. What ONE non-discontinued GC scent do you absolutely love, but for whatever reason, haven't yet purchased a bottle for yourself? Obsidian Widow Decorative box (not bigger than say, a cigar type box) - yea or nay? Ooooooo, yes please! Especially if it looks vintage On a scale from horrified to enraptured, how do you feel about this fabric? (ETA: if it were to be, say, a bag? >.> ) No thank you Kitchen stuff? Say spatulas with skulls on or an apron with a Halloween theme I live in the same house as my mother in law, that wouldn't go over very well I think A Game of Thrones: are you a fan of the TV series? Have you read the books or would you want to? (Me, I've read some of the books, own them, and am not really interested in the show.) Would you like any home made jams? I can guarantee they are very yummy. (And we have a ton of our own so I don't really need any more . . . unless it's raspberry something, or tea jelly, I still haven't gotten around to making a tea jelly)

Lots of fruit and gentle florals with a touch of metal in the base layer. The fruit might be nectarine? and currants, while the floral note reminds me of tea rose. It does seem to fade swiftly and has a very light throw. This is a perfect summer scent and I wish I had discovered it earlier in the summer rather than later.

In the bottle this is all sexy black leather jacket, well worn but lovingly cared for, with a touch of vanilla and patchouli cologne that has rubbed off on the collar. On the skin the scent gets warmer, fuller, as if you are snuggling into said leather jacket and the warmth of your body brings out that sexy, delicious smell on the collar.

In the imp this is very tropical with coconut and mango prevailing. On my skin the mango goes a touch sour for just a moment but the sourness is gone as fast as it came. I think I can detect a bit of blackcurrant under the mango and coconut but I'm not getting any carnation or jasmine. This does stay very true to the initial scent as it dries. While it is a very nice scent I think I'll be content with just an imp.

In the imp I am getting lots of pine and cypress sweetened with tea and strawberry. I really like this strawberry note, a lot more than the note from White Chocolate and Strawberry. Wet on my skin the strawberry gets a bit stronger but the rest is mainly sharply green. As it dries the green softens a little and the strawberry steps back as well. Now the red currant and tea leaf make themselves evident as the pine and cypress fade out even more. While I do enjoy the strawberry note here I wish the pine had stuck around longer. I am such a sucker for a good pine blend.

Whoooooooooie! Mint mint mint and lime! Actually, this reminds me of a lime version of the sour peppermint sippers I used to eat every summer. You would take a lemon, squeeze it a bit to loosen the juices, cut the top off, then insert a soft peppermint stick (NOT a candy cane) and suck the stick to make the acidic lemon juice eat at the peppermint and turn it into a straw. Wet on my skin I'm getting some matcha as well as the mint and lime and it stays pretty true as it dries with just a hint of the other notes drifting in and out. And then, suddenly, the mint just dies. I'm getting pretty much all matcha about 20 minutes after applying.

In the imp this is spicy, smokey, with a touch of coconut and citrus. Wet on my skin the coconut really jumps to the forefront followed by smokey vetiver and a touch of citrus. Dry this is creamy and smokey and delicious with just a hint of quince and mimosa.

I got a decant of this knowing I probably wouldn't like it at all because aquatics just don't appeal to my nose. But for something called Octopus it was worth a try. In the imp this is salty, aquatic, soapy, and a little musty. It reminds me of a bathroom in an old summer cottage by the sea. Sun and salt-bleached wooden siding outside the whitewashed window sill, a bar of floral soap that has been used by cottage occupants for three summers running, and perpetually damp shower curtains that could REALLY use a good airing out. Wet on my skin the floral soap gets stronger as well as the musty curtain smell. Luckily the mustiness goes away as the floral soap gets stronger. Like the scent of the ocean and wildflowers are being wafted in through the sun-drenched window on the cool breeze that is ushering the banks of fog in off the bay. The quintessential summer on the Maine coast. I had my husband sniff this and he completely agrees with my comparison. I'm not really sure if I really would wear this very often but I might have to get a bottle anyway.