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neptuneanblog

Switch Witch 2025!

Amazon wishlist: here (NOTE: I am not sure if this shows you my wishlist of books, or if this also gives you access to a separate wishlist called "Non-books." If this gives you access to "Non-books," please disregard. That list isn't especially prurient or anything but I rarely look at or update it so it certainly contains things I don't need currently.    Cellar Door Fall Collection:  If they still have a Once Bitten candle I'd love that. It's my fave of their Halloween scents but I'd prefer that over the soap since somehow I never used my bar of it from last year. But if they only have the soap I'll take that instead! Other scents that'd work for soap include Lavender Pumpkin, Black No. 1, and Spooky Season.    Sock Dreams:  Not at this time, will update if that changes.    Damman Freres Tea:  This site is a little hard for my poor old/slow computer to understand, so I hope I am looking at it right. Remember that I will not use loose tea, so if I am mentioning something that is only available in loose tea, it is a mistake. Noel, Jardin Bleu, Gout Russe Douchka, Bali, the Green Mint and Minty Teas, Rooibos Carrot Cake, Coquelicot Gourmand, Christmas Tea (green or black) all sound good.    Paintbox Weenies:  Soap or Bath Streusel in Phantasma or The Grey Hound   Haus of Gloi fall? Pumpkin Butter: Blood Orange Marshmallow, Ghost Puffs, Little Hedgehog, or Spider Silk Candles: Little Hedgehog or Violet Moon   Pastel Halloween/traveling during round:  Pastel Halloween things are fine. As for traveling during the round, I am going to be out of town on Halloween itself, but that is just staying in a hotel in one of the nearby large cities for one night.    Functional, useful fiberart:  Gosh, slippers decadently lined in cashmere are hard to pass up!    I do not have a Halloween Tree. However, I could display Halloween ornaments in other ways and have in the past.    I do not have an etsy wishlist as I rarely if ever look at etsy these days. I might look at etsy again if needed in order to spoil my Witchee though!    I would not wear hair falls.    Do you have use for witchy supplies? Herbs, oils, crystals, etc. If so, what types and for what purpose(s)? Eh... I have a very nice witchy store in my town, just went there yesterday and got some black tourmaline and a room spray. I have a LOT of crystals already and currently they are just in a box in the kitchen. So if you see one crystal or trinket you think I'd really like that's fine, but as mentioned in my questionnaire, I don't really want someone else sourcing specific spellwork items for me or something.    Would you be interested in custom artwork, such as a painting? No thank you.    Dragon Con Redux:  Plastic Rats and Dark Macadamia sound worth a try.  *See below for addition*   I'm in Japan, anything specific you would want from here? For this question, usually I just say that whatever is in line with previously stated preferences would be great. Since in my original questionnaire I mentioned green tea flavored chocolate, that's still a thought, including in the green tea kitkat application. We usually also get a question about seasonal kitkats in general, so again, if it seems like I'd like the flavor, go for it! Japan also has many fun flavors of potato chips, potato sticks, etc. (I have some "Hokkaido Butter" flavored ones right now that I got from Daiso), those also sound good right now. I can update this question if I think of another specific product.    Mongolian souvenirs/small things from random countries:  This sounds great, actually.    Custom ita rosettes/cases:  No thank you.    3 fave snorgtees:  1. Correlation Does Not Imply Causation, Women's Signature Tee 2XL Black 2.TRY 2 MORE TIMES SO THAT YOUR FAILURE IS STATISTICALLY SIGNIFICANT, Women's Signature Tee 2XL Dark Grey Heather 3. Fear is the Mind Killer Cat, Women's Signature Tee 2XL Berry   I am not a fan of bloomchic based on the one order I made from them (which was just last year, but was not a Halloween item).    * I like making little flower arrangements with fake flowers; would you be interested in a mini bouquet (think, something that would fit in a bud vase)? No thank you.      * Feelings on candles/wax melts? I think I've already been fairly effusive about candles here, and I know that in my questionnaire I state that i don't want/use wax melts (though I think I refer to them as "wax tarts").    * Feelings on crocheted wall art/mandalas? Color scheme requests? Sounds intriguing. Plenty of information about color preferences in my questionnaire.    Australian goodies:  If there are Tim Tams you think I might like, or any other treat that seems to be in line with my preferences, that's fine! Just no musk lifesavers, haha! As for the local Australian tea blender mentioned, it seemed like they only do loose tea, which I will not use, so I guess not!    I have a wonderful coffee roaster near me, wood-roasted, small batch, regular and decaf, all roast types. IF this sounds good, whats your coffee desire, and beans or grind size? I would also send a sticker from them, so also include your favorite old 70's-80's cartoons or fandoms: Coffee preferences are also in my questionnaire. As review, medium roast, whole bean, not flavored. Old cartoons... Thundercats? Space Ghost? Jem?   hand-knit socks, a hat, a cowl, arm warmers, or a shawlette for your neck and shoulders? I'm so sorry, I'm not really the right audience for any of this.    I sew clothing and costume, if you could have any garment made just for you what would it be and what would it look like?  Again, I'm so sorry, just thinking about how difficult it would be to come up with all of these specifications is majorly stressing me out. It is a nice idea but just won't work for me at this time.    Do you enjoy stim toys or other fidgety items? I work near an amazing store called Madam Clutterbuckets Neurodiverse Universe that caters to neurodivergents as well as employing entirely Neurodiverse staff and supporting lots of ND and disabled artists. I live buying stickers, patches, art fidgets and kicknacks. Would you be interested in anything? Now THIS is way more my speed! From the selection on the site, I like the following:  rubix snake finger axolotls future is inclusive magnet infinite possibility sticker "neurodivergent shit" pen set (So... if there's other stuff at the actual store along those lines, have at it!)   Ren Fest schtuff:  So, I am having a bad day today and am not sure if this answer will be coherent. But, Ren Fest things in line with previously stated preferences would be great. Ren Fests usually have all kinds of things that I like and probably have described in my questionnaire or in other answers, such as candles, bar soap, lip balm (again, in a tube, not in a pot/jar), earrings, stick incense (not powder or cone), etc. I almost always buy earrings and soap when I am at these events. Thinking of other things I have usually bought while attending, please do NOT get me a coffee cup (anywhere, not just from Ren Fest). Again, I just moved, and somehow we have so many coffee cups that even after devoting an entire cabinet to them, we still have more than one box of them that will probably never be unpacked because we have so many. Sorry, tangent! Told you I was having a bad day....   *We've had multiple questions about Dragon Con goodies but the nail polishes have come out/been placed on the site since then. I really want Glaucous nail polish and it was not up when I made my Dragon Con atmo spray order, so I just wanted to mention that in case it helps you.    Also, I did not answer the under-$10 and over-$10 wanted items questions in my original questionnaire as far as I remember. I did come up with a likely-under-$10 one: Halloween stickers! I don't so much mean the big plastic-y stickers people put on water bottles and such now, I mean the sheets of smaller, cheaper stickers. The Halloween stickers I have that are like that probably date from a Switch Witch round 10+ years ago and are getting pretty depleted by now. So if you have the chance to pick some up for me, that'd be nice!!!   -Hahaha I just realized that I had a copy and paste error in my original questionnaire. I don't think this will be very helpful, but here is a corrected question and answer from there:  Do people tell you that you act older, younger, or your age? Depends on the context I guess     What is your size in say Tshirts?  Pajamas? This is actually a complicated question! For unisex tees (i.e., "men's sizes"), I usually get an L these days. For fitted/women's tees, I'm likely a 1X or 2X, whatever the size up from XL is if there is one. Pajama sizes are probably similar to women's/fitted tee sizes. In case helpful, I wear a US 18 or 20 in pants (uh, I think those are called trousers in other countries?).    Do you like Halloween socks?  Any particular style or image/character? I do like Halloween socks and I guess cats are a good bet (though other things are fine if in line with previous answers)? My absolute favorite Halloween socks are actually different colored eyeballs. I know I said I didn't like gore but I don't really count eyeballs by themselves? Like I said, I don't really need much in the way of midcalf-or-lower socks, so if you are getting me some, just one pair please!    I was fortunate enough to be gifted an entire collection of the Flower Letters-Lily Clara series... This does sound nice but probably wouldn't work for me/be my thing.    I make junk journals and paper crafts.  I would probably have time to make a mini journal or a paper folio type thing.  It would come decorated but with space to write and add your own touch or I could make a folio complete with address labels, stationery, stamps etc. to organize your writing goods.  Would you like to receive one?  My style is generally vintage but I could also do a Halloween one, winter holiday one, shabby chic or something of your suggestion. The paper folio for organizing writing goods actually sounds pretty nice. I would rather have the other types described than shabby chic or winter holiday.    Snag Tights:  I LOVE Snag Tights and have quite a few things from them already. I usually order size F. Their Halloween things always seem to sell out so fast so I dunno if you will actually be able to get me any of this though, but here goes:  Psychic Cats Mesh Top Nocturne Tights Phantom Veil Tights Dot Dot Dot Tights Grimoire Tights   Disneyland Paris:  No thank you   Lush:  Harvest Moon shower gel (OMG this is my favorite kind of tea in the world so this would be so amazing!) Lord of Misrule shower gel! Snowy Mooncake bubble bar! Dracula bubble bar Pumpkin Crumble bubble bar Bewitched bubble bar Demon in the Dark soap Alien bubble bar Witch bubble bar Motivation eyeliner ...and I can always use more Charcoal facial soap!   Back to the under-$10 and over-$10 question from the original questionnaire: I finally thought of an over-$10: a new bottle of Aunt Caroline's Joy Mojo! I was kind of forgetting that I wear it in my hair most workdays, so of course I go through it more quickly than I do other BPAL scents.    Greenwoodtree's fudge:  Oh yes please! Out of the listed types, I'd pick Penuche WITHOUT nuts. For custom orders, I'd like matcha the most, second choice would be maple WITH walnuts.    Dryad Teas:  This appears to be another company that just does loose tea, which I will not use. If you really, really want to buy me something from this store, I guess picking out a tea trivet for me woudl be your best bet.    I do canning and make lots of tasty condiments.  Would you like to try some? Give me some flavor ideas.  How do you feel about peach?  Rhubarb? Tomato? Spicy or sweet?  Spicy and sweet? Home-canned things sound great. I'll admit, I do like both tomatoes and rhubarb, separately though I think (peach would be more for my husband, I don't really like peach anything)! Rhubarb I'd like to be at least somewhat sweet. Tomato jam also sounds good, that could be sweet and spicy or just one of the two, as long as not too spicy (again, as noted in the questionnaire, I'm a Texan, so my mild spice tolerance here is probably a medium spice level in some parts of the country, though sub-mild when it comes to Thai hot or Desi hot... it's all relative!).    Poesie:  So again, the tea is loose tea, which I won't use. So I guess this is another one that's not for me!    *Would you enjoy overtly Australian things in your gift? Like indigenous spice blends, or Vegemite, I already mentioned Tim Tams, but there are lots of other fun things I could send. Also, if I were to include chocolate in your gift, would it be milk, dark, or white? Or is all chocolate good chocolate? Almost certain that maika is NOT my Witch based on these continued questions, but I will play along anyhow! If I got instructions about how to use an indigenous spice blend I'd try it, especially if it'd be good in something like fried rice that is improvisation-friendly. Info about chocolate preferences is in my original questionnaire, with milk chocolate being the least favored. This reminds me that no-one's mentioned ruby chocolate, which I'm especially a fan of....   Erstwilder website:  I think I've perused this site before, I do really like it. It's definitely a case of too many choices though... like there are literally hundreds and hundreds of items in each category. So if I seem to have only looked at the first 100 or so things but you think the 350th thing is totally my style, feel free to spring for that if you'd like!  Earrings: Rowdy Rattlesnake, Show Pony, Posh Pussycat, Regal Woodland Owl Necklaces: The Great Entertainer Enamel Pins: Cal the Giant Squid, Feline Festive   twilighteyes question omibus:  peach jam, zox.co bracelets, plushies: no thanks jonboy caramels: Yes please, all of the kinds listed on the site sound nice!  mead sample: Yes please! rose petal liqueur and lavender vanilla liqueur: Sigh... they sound good, but in reality, I would not do anything with them  I have to confess that I still have a special potent potable that a past Witch sent to me years ago. So unless you are okay with them just being display items, nope!  PNW or Seattle items: nothing especially comes to mind. I mean, I guess the fish are supposed to be good to eat, but I don't think you can ship them to me, at least without a lot of expense or hassle? I guess the coffee is supposed to be great too, but I've already said you could send me some medium roast, whole bean coffee.  Maeve Chocolate (formerly Seattle Chocolates) has "seconds" bags; are you interested in some imperfect chocolates? Which flavors? This sounds great! So many cool flavors! Maple Bourbon, Moon Rocks, Rainier Cherry, Sip Sip Hooray, Thank You, Block Party Brownie, Happy Birthday, Coconut Island (swoon!), Pike Place Espresso, San Juan Salted Toffee, Nutbutter Pretzel, Magical Mint, Mexican Hot Chocolate, 14 Carrot Cake, Hungry Blackberry, Salted Toffee Crackle, and Cafe Latte Crunch all sound great!    Trader Joe's fall goodies (*update below*):  The thing I would like the most is the Honey Hydration Day and Night Cream Duo. Other things that caught my eye include:  maple fudge honey hydration bath fizzers wicked good mini chocolate bars maple spiced nut mix pumpkin pancake and waffle mix maple butter (I mean the shelf-stable spread called this, not the "butter with brown sugar and maple syrup" which I assume is a refrigerated item) maple brown butter flavored almonds pumpkin blondie brownies  pumpkin gnocchi   Wyrding Studios didn't have anything that I couldn't live without, and I am not a planner person (I've tried, but it doesn't stick!).    No leggings for me please. I think I own one pair and wore them once last year when my work insisted on having a "pajama day."   British things:  We like marmalade in my household.    ateliercoco website:  Black & White Balloon Dog earrings Kintsugi Snake earrings   Black Butterfly Moon update:  I ordered a bottle of The Abandonment of the Unicorn already. Given that, I'd take decants of:  Vanilla & Tobacco Flower Vanilla-Infused Incense & Raspberry Black Fly Butter Moon On Talking Stilleven Met Bijbel The Burning Light   Interested in any of these?   Halloween 2025 – Witch Baby Soap  or here  MoonaLisa: A Supernatural Clean Witch Baby: Cafeomancy soap, Ghost Girl bath bomb, Halloween Cake body butter, Pumpkin & Pistachio bath bomb or soap, Spider Baby bath bomb or soap Moonalisa seems mostly sold out right now. I'm actually waiting on an order from them from July anyway.    There are artists that sell tattoo passes, so that you can legitimately have their work tattooed. Is there anyone that you would potentially like such a pass for? No thanks, I have several tattoos, but I'm not sure if I'm getting any more and am not likely to want to go the tattoo pass route.    *Back to the Australian Thingz question(s) from earlier, just in case:  Sooo, my husband and I really like an Australian band called Blank Realm. For some reason, their songs get played by the independent radio station of a local university. If you happen to have access to any merchandise of theirs or something due to being in Australia I guess I'd be interested (like shirts or pins or keychains or something... do bands still have keychains???). I don't think we have physical albums of theirs (we just have the music downloaded I think) so I guess that's another thought (CDs or records would both be okay).    *Trader Joe's update: I think I mentioned that I only get the chance to go a couple of times a year even though the stores aren't far away from me. I got a chance to go 9/20 and bought the following (as well as other stuff that wasn't on the list of new autumn goodies I had consulted to say what I wanted from this store): -Honey Hydration Day and Night Cream Duo -pumpkin pancake and waffle mix -maple butter Just from the way things have unfolded during the round I don't think my Witch will be getting me stuff from Trader Joe's, but if I'm wrong, I think it'd be fine if you got me any of these items, because I only got one of each and could use more.    Erstwilder Halloween update: That "Dead of Night Mirror Compact" IS pretty special....   I have enjoyed gluten/dairy free baked goods from time to time. I do NOT want anything sweetened with monkfruit, but the other sweeteners sound fine.    Herbs: I would need instructions for mugwort. I do not cook with winter savory. Otherwise everything sounds good/useful!   Friday Tea appears to have a few types in bags. In bags, I'd be up for Sunshine & Indigo, Mighty Hero, or Quetzal's Flight.   Not sure how I feel about an embroidery hoop.    I have already answered the coffee question multiple times in this round.    Halloween playing cards: no thanks. Halloween puzzle: yes, if 500 pieces or under (definitely no 1000-piece puzzles!). Halloween decor: maybe if it's something that hangs on the wall or takes up very little space... I have even less room for knicknacks at the new place.      
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Lynne's answers for Switch Witch 2025

Here's where I'll put answers to questions asked.   Wishlists for perusal - even if something is sold out, it might give you ideas. Amazon https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1O2KX7VTUZYMU?ref_=wl_share Etsy Lynne Wardrop's favorite items - Etsy eQuilter Wish List - under my email lawardrop@comcast,net   Interested in anything from Cellar Door's Halloween update? These are the ones I like best from their 2025 Halloween offerings. Candle or bar of soap are welcome Lavender Pumpkin  Haunted Woods  Holland Hard Cider  Autumn Apple Fest    Anything from Sock Dreams catch your eye? (https://sockdreams.com) Longer Striped Extraordinary Thigh High Socks – Sock Dreams -plum/black Chevron Sleeves – Sock Dreams grey or black Roll Top Striped Knee High Socks – Sock Dreams plum/black   I live in France, and we have some great tea here! Most folks know about Mariage Freres but may I suggest Damman Freres? Here's the link- they're still in summer mode, but I assure you, autumnal teas will grace their pages soon! (https://www.dammann.fr/en/)  Under black teas, the Assam & tiramisu blend sound lovely. Some sort of autumn black tea with fruit and spice would be nice if that's on the autumn list.   Do you see anything you need from Paintbox Soapworks Weenie Update? New & Limited Edition - 2025 Weenie Collection - Page 1 - Paintbox Soapworks  I adore their bath streusels, especially Fairy Tale or anything with apple.   Speaking of updates, anything from Haus of Gloi's Fall offerings speak to you? (https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1) Blood Orange Marshmallow is my fave scent of theirs. Pumpkin seed butter & bubbling scrub are my fave products Little hedgehog & Apple milk also sound nice   Also, I know we have barely scratched the surface in knowing what the Lab will release for Weenies, but a wishlist couldn't hurt, so what'll it be?  I seem to be collecting the Dead Leaves series. I don't have or need them all, but I always find at least 1 new one each year. I'm hoping Beth will resurrect Dead leaves & vanilla incense (or if you have an unloved bottle knocking about)     How do you feel about the pastel Halloween offerings that are out? I'm not much of a pastels person at any time of year, but certainly not at Halloween. I'm a deep dark jewel tones kinda girl.   As of this writing, Dragon Con Peach Pit scents have been revealed! Anything on your wishlist? None of the peachy ones. I'm curious about the room spray Gamboge Dragon. Weenies listed down the page.   I am a bit known for my extremely light-weight hand crafted hair falls (I typically make them out of a combination of yarns, batting, and bits of up cycled silks and lace). Would you like one (for a pony tail effect) or two (for a pigtail effect)? If so, name two or three colors and any allergies to fibers I should know about. A pony tail about 12-13" with purples, teals, black, silver would be fun with my renny garb.   Do you have use for witchy supplies? Herbs, oils, crystals, etc. If so, what types and for what purpose(s)? I love stones, anything promoting harmony, abundance, peace. Or a hagstone. I adore hagstones.   Would you be interested in custom artwork, such as a painting? If so, what mood, theme, colors, style, etc. would you be excited to see? If there's a dream, a dnd character, a favorite fairy tale, deity, etc. you'd love it to capture, spill those deets - including anything you wouldn't want (nudity, size restrictions, whatnot). I'm still thinking on this and will come back to it. Short answer is yes, but I need to ponder direction/ideas. Ever painted a cat with wings?  I have a small collection of winged cats in prints & tiny sculptures.  Other than that, corvids, owls, otters, or Fae your choice.   Welp, the list of what will fully be available over the Dragon Con weekend (and a preview of Weenies!) is now available! I already asked the Peach Pit question, but now there's heaps more, so gimme your wishlist!!!    More or less in priority order: DEAD LEAVES AND APPLE PIE Dead LEAVES, MOLTEN LAVA CAKE, AND RAW CACAO Vintage kitty blow molds Dark MACADEMIA   NEW QUESTIONS   1. I'm in Japan, anything specific you would want from here? Fun flavors of kit kats. Iespecially like dk chocolate orange   2. I just got back from Mongolia and brought a bunch of small souvenirs, how do you feel about small things from random countries? If there is something bead like that I can add to a necklace or bracelet, sure. 3. I make custom ita rosettes/cases (pics here to explain what I mean https://tinyurl.com/mwtwmvfm). Is that something you might be interested in? If so, what type/colors/size/ etcetc No thank you.     https://snagtights.com/collections/halloween?fbclid=IwdGRleAMgbfpleHRuA2FlbQExAAEeC5264LVuxb39gKdDqgTATNARU5Ltf7xj0aKA53holXxDh-5fpK56Hc0t0ok_aem_1yHNUtm0UJznqo2KoI-8LQ#shop   First choice would be Grimoire navy in size F Also like Hallowqueen purple haze or Deathshead moth     there anything you'd like from Lush? I will link to their US site, but obviously different countries have different versions. https://www.lush.com/us/en_us The pumpkin spice shower gel or the pumpkin bubble bar Ooh the super cute 🍄  bath bomb     I will be placing my Dragon Con / Black Moon order *tonight* (8/31/25) -- PLEASE mention now *anything* you would like to receive from this or any recent updates so I can add it to my order! This will be the ONLY chance to get something from the Lab with enough time to receive it and send it on to you!! DEAD LEAVES AND APPLE PIE Dead LEAVES, MOLTEN LAVA CAKE, AND RAW CACAO Vintage kitty blow molds Dark MACADEMIA I love the badge ribbons & covet them mightily   No idea why the weird formatting below, every time I try to fix it, I seem to make it worse.     I love the pins and would especially anything to do with Capt Nemo, Jules Verne or 20k leages undersea.   DISO- single notes of both French & Bulgarian lavenders Fairy market House of unquechable fire Bow and Crown of Conquest- suggested as similar to Knight in Shiny Armor ( which is my most favorite, but I'm  down to less than half a bottle) Goblin cider Fairy bites Love to try the Air & the Ether Pumpkin Booze Harvest Haunt Pumpkin V ( the coffee one) Swampkin- sample Incolumitas - never tried Truelove- never tried Ghosts at Aldershot Perfume Oil BURNT SUGAR & BLACKBERRY ASTRONOMICAL TWILIGHT Frostbite TKO Lavender lightning Pear scents other than Perilous Parlor Sugar Cookie Cathedral Perfume Oil   NAVA's French Lavender, Bulgarian or Australian lavenders, the floral aspects come out much more strongly. Any other companies lavenders are welvome too.   Dryad Teas  These blends sound delicious Autumnal Fae,  red dragons flame, Impossible Girl, Bardsong, Assam   Poesie Teas Chestnut Fancy a cuppa L'hiver Dégagé  
Would you enjoy overtly Australian things in your gift? Like indigenous spice blends, or Vegemite, I already mentioned Tim Tams, but there are lots of other fun things I could send. Also, if I were to include chocolate in your gift, would it be milk, dark, or white? Or is all chocolate good chocolate? All kinds of fun things in Australia.  Would love spices if they come with recipes (vegetarian). Dark chocolate is the best chocolate. Local wool for kniiting, native stones or small fossils. Are there any native teas or blends? I can't  drink Rooibos, but am game to try others, or black tea with Aussie fruits.   Erstwilder- super cute pins.  I like the Quokka, the Blue Jay, or the owl. UPDATE- the winged kitty or the black cat from the halloween group, a pin or earrings   Are you interested in having some of this year's homemade peach jam?  No thanks, I made several versions of peach myself (peach Cardamom baby)   Do you like bracelets?   Can you wear soft stretchy polyester ones, like zox?  (zox.co)   If so, what size would you prefer?   (s / m / l)  Ive never seen these before.  I would wear a size large.  The ones I liked best were the Swimfree Turtle, Fantasia (reminded me of the Last Unicirn), Pspsps kitty   Do you need any supplies or notions for any of your hobbies? Growing my collection of flosses & embroidery supplies would be lovely.  I just learned that there is glow in the dark floss.  If you do embroidery, what kind of needles do you reccomend   Do you like plushies, like Squishables? Not really   Do you like caramels?   We have a local caramel maker who vends at our farmers markets.  Any of these flavors sound good?  https://jonboycaramels.com/collections/buy A sample of anything besides the absinthe one. If one flavor, the coffee one.   My son makes mead, would you like to try a sample?  Yessss, I love mead, and a bottle lasts me ages to stretch out the sugar.   We made rose petal liqueur and lavender vanilla liqueur; are you interested in having a sample of either?  The lavender vanilla is very tasty as I recall.   Is there anything specifically Pacific Northwest or Seattle themed that you would like?  Ravens or crows.   Maeve Chocolate (formerly Seattle Chocolates) has "seconds" bags; are you interested in some imperfect chocolates?  Which flavors?   https://maevechocolate.com/collections/truffle-chocolate-bars?  Maple bourbon sounds amazing.  Chai or cider donut do too. Anything dark chocolate based.   Trader Joes- no thanks, I  have a couple in my area.   Wyrding Studios just posted a new update. Do any of these appeal to you, witchee? https://wyrdingstudios.com/collections/in-the-waiting-woods  My what pretty things. The cat bead earrings are adorable.  The leafy earrings are also cool.   No leggings for me, I have a ton of them.   NEW QUESTION
Dearest Witchee, I'll be in London shortly- anything specifically British you'd enjoy? This could be marmalade or tea or Marmite or gothy clothing or a Union Jack something or other. Literally anything- name it! Ooooh London is my bucket list .  Tea is always wonderful. Best thing though would be a tote bag I could carry a yarny project in from someplace cool, like a great museum, or Harrods, or Liberty of London.   https://ateliercoco-store.com/en-au Vampire kitty earrings are cute.   https://www.witchbabysoap.com/ Never tried Witchbaby. The pumpkin & pistachio sounds great bath bomb or hand cream.   Moonalisa - no thank you   Obvious question of whether you would like anything from the new Lunacy update (Black Butterfly Moon, etc.)?   link: https://blackphoenixalchemylab.com/product-tag/september-2025-lunacy   I did not see anything I needed a bottle of this time.   9/25/25   I love baking but due to my allergies, I only work with gluten and dairy free ingredients these days. While you may not have these issues, is there a baked good you would love receiving even if it is gluten and dairy free? I also only use honey, maple syrup or coconut sugar, but I'm happy to use monk fruit if you'd prefer/need.   I grow a wide variety of herbs, are there any you need for your pantry? I have mugwort (which I can prepare for tea/spice use, bath use or smudge), thyme, winter savory, sage, various mints, rosemary, fennel (leaf and seed), and I'm certain I am forgetting somethings so feel free to ask.   If you have marjoram, my plant died.  Mints for teas.  I've never used winter savory & would love to try it if it co m es with a recipe.     I do basic embroidery. Is there a simple design or motif you might like? Like bats, spiders, spooky flowers, pumpkins or other such? This will come either in a hoop frame or on a finished hoop (the back is gathered and covered with cardboard) unless you have other needs like an embroidered ribbon or handkerchief.  bat, owl, corvid.  Either a s.all hoop or a ribbon for a bookmark   and another tea question, is there anything here you might like https://www.fridaytea.com/ ?   My they have a lot to choose from.  The seasonal gall sampler sounds great     for coffee, whole bean or ground and any particular flavor notes you like? Any roasting preferences? Yes I live in coffee snob land and these are real questions.   ground for a french press.med roast,fun flavors involving nuts or spices are lovely     9/26/25   Would you be interested in Halloween playing cards (bicycle brand) or a large Halloween puzzle? no thank you   I am also paring down a huge Halloween decor collection is there anything you'd like to inherit?  some sort of candle holder maybe   Would you like some organic catnip from my parents garden?  Bwah hahahaha my cats love  Esmes kitty dope, but I'm  still working on a giant bag I bought last year from her.Dried elderberries  would be awesome though   Weenie lust!   Dead Leaves, Molten Lava Cake, and Raw Cacao Perfume Oil Dead Leaves and Apple Pie Perfume Oil Dead Leaves and a Wooly Jumper Perfume Oil Autumn Overlooked my Knitting 2025 Perfume Oil Brandied Pumpkin Perfume Oil Dead Leaves, Green Tea, and Tahitian Ginger Perfume Oil Interview with the Lovebat Perfume Oil Witch Flash Perfume Oil Dead Leaves and Oatmeal Stout Hair Gloss Dead Leaves and Mulling Spices Hair Gloss  
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It’s almost time for The Hunger Games!

You’re invited to join me in SPACE (Signum Portals for Adult Continuing Education) online via Signum University to talk about all five books in The Hunger Games series! The first module has been confirmed to run in September 2025. What lessons do the Capitol and Districts have to teach us? What warnings should we heed? What road leads from here to Panem? Over the course of five months, participants in these SPACE modules will read and discuss a modern classic of dystopian storytelling, The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. In this hybrid series, each week will include one lecture and one live discussion. The lectures will examine the inspirations behind, allusions in, and questions posed by that month’s novel. In live discussions, participants will share their insights on, interpretations of, and reactions to the story. Together we will consider why this series has spoken to so many readers and explore how its messages remain relevant today. Here is more information.
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Switch Witch 2025

Ok, In order to help my witch out, I have stopped being lazy and will keep my answers in my blog from now on     Interested in anything from Cellar Door's Halloween update?  Not this time, thanks. Anything from Sock Dreams catch your eye? (https://sockdreams.com)  Not really, thanks.

I live in France, and we have some great tea here! Most folks know about Mariage Freres but may I suggest Damman Freres? Here's the link- they're still in summer mode, but I assure you, autumnal teas will grace their pages soon! (https://www.dammann.fr/en/) I am pretty stocked up on tea at this point.   Do you see anything you need from Paintbox Soapworks Weenie Update?  New & Limited Edition - 2025 Weenie Collection - Page 1 - Paintbox Soapworks.  I love their sorbettos and Jack of the Woods appeals to me.  I also love the Clean slate facial scrub and the bookkeepers hand salve. Tiger paste hand scrub looks excellent as well (my hands and cuticles are a disaster!)   Speaking of updates, anything from Haus of Gloi's Fall offerings speak to you? (https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1)  I do like their pumpkin butters a lot.  The scents that I'd be interested in are Ghost puffs, Olde Cider Haus, Scarecrow, or Pink Bubblegum.

Also, I know we have barely scratched the surface in knowing what the Lab will release for Weenies, but a wishlist couldn't hurt, so what'll it be?  I updated my wishlist in my signature     How do you feel about the pastel Halloween offerings that are out?  I actually like them.  I am going to decorate my kitchen in pastel Halloween, my patio room with my Halloween tree, and the rest of my house with Vintage style Halloween.     I'm  one of those crafty sorts that make things.  I make things by up cycling sweaters, for example - mittens, slippers, armwarmers (both solid or striped from multiple fabrics ).  Could also make a tea cosy with a mat.  I make bowls, mats & vessels from rope that I wrap with pretty cloth.  So essentially, functional, useful fiberart.  What might you like?  Long striped armwarmers? A pair of slippers, decadently lined in cashmere? Slippers would be awesome and cashmere lined?  Wow.  A rope basket sounds lovely too.   do you have an amazon wishlist to be sure I don't  duplicate a book?  I just updated my Amazon wishlist, but I don't have any books on it right now.  I'm definitely up for my witch passing on books they have read and no longer need. I added my Etsy Wishlist as well.   Do you have a Halloween Tree?  Do you need decorations?  I just got a 2 ft black tree this year.  I have decorations but would welcome a special ornament from my witch.  I added some ideas on my Etsy wishlist of my style.   Hair falls?  They sound lovely but I'm afraid I don't have enough hair to pull one off.   Witchy supplies?  No, thanks   Custom artwork?  Sure.  Maybe something abstract?  Not too big.   Dragon Con?  Early Weenie preview?  The most interesting to me are listed below.  Don't need a bottle of any of these but a decant would be fine just to try them. Black eyeliner Peach Lipgloss Chartreuse Dragon Glaucous Dragon Dark Macademia Witch Flash   I'm in Japan, anything specific you would want from here? maybe stationery or pretty scrap paper   I just got back from Mongolia and brought a bunch of small souvenirs, how do you feel about small things from random countries? I only really collect souvenirs from places I have visited.   I make custom ita rosettes/cases (pics here to explain what I mean https://tinyurl.com/mwtwmvfm. Is that something you might be interested in? If so, what type/colors/size/etc. etc.  Maybe something pink and white with lace and pearls.  I could use it on a junk journal cover.   Snorg tees (http://snorgtees.com) has some hilarious and awesome new shirts. They are also reasonably priced. Please give me 3 of your fav designs and tee size/color if available for a color option.  Didn't see any I need, thanks.   BloomChic (http://bloomchic.com)has some pretty fun plus and smaller size halloween fashions. If you so desire, give me your top 3 favs with sizes!   I didn't see anything, thanks.   I like making little flower arrangements with fake flowers; would you be interested in a mini bouquet (think, something that would fit in a bud vase)? If so, any seasonal/color scheme requests? Yes, that would be lovely.  Fall colors or my living room is grey, forest green and sage green.   Feelings on candles/wax melts? Candles are fine.  I don't use wax melts.   Feelings on crocheted wall art/mandalas? Color scheme requests?  I'd try it   Greens and grey to match my living room.   Jumping in as *I think* the only Australian, is there anything specifically Australian you might like? I think Tim Tams are probably the most commonly coveted/procured goodie I could offer.  Never tried a Tim Tam but would be willing.
  I also have a local tea blender just down the street from me if there is anything from there you might like to try https://teahouse-the-tea-specialty-shop.myshopify.com/.  I'm pretty stocked up on tea right now.   I have a wonderful coffee roaster near me, wood-roasted, small batch, regular and decaf, all roast types. It's so good, I won't buy coffee anywhere else, and I only drink dark roast decaf. IF this sounds good, whats your coffee desire, and beans or grind size?  They are also a FULLY geeked out space with every video and arcade game known. so I would also send a sticker from them, so also include your favorite old 70's-80's cartoons or fandoms.  I like dark roast regular.  Whole bean is fine.   I love the 70s!  Cartoon would probably be Scooby Doo.   I’m dying to knit my Witchee something lovely, as long as it would be appreciated.  I can’t commit to a big project in the time frame, but socks, a hat, a cowl, arm warmers, or a shawlette for your neck and shoulders could definitely be doable if that would be enjoyed. Just let me know colour preferences, or fibre preferences/allergies.   Socks or a shawlette would be lovely!  Again, greens, grey, blue   I sew clothing and costume, if you could have any garment made just for you what would it be and what would it look like? You can include reference links/images or just describe it.   Wow, that's a good question.  Maybe a jacket or a blouse.  I like this style https://www.naturallife.com/collections/tops/products/sweet-nothings-embroidered-cotton-top-white, https://www.naturallife.com/cdn/shop/files/IMG_0658-Edit7.webp?v=1752858935&width=1350, https://www.naturallife.com/cdn/shop/files/Lobby_20Megan_204-17-25-1363-Edit.webp?v=1751296515&width=1350
Do you enjoy stim toys or other fidgety items? I work near an amazing store called Madam Clutterbuckets Neurodiverse Universe that caters to neuroduvergents as well as employing entirely Neurodiverse staff and supporting lots of ND and disabled artists. I live buying stickers, patches, art fidgets and kicknacks. Would you be interested in anything? Website is here but there's way more in store: https://www.madamclutterbuckets.com/ I don't need a fidgety toy but  I like some of the stickers.  Cool website!   Ren Fest items?  Nothing I can think of but if you find something you think suits me.   What is your size in say Tshirts?  Pajamas? T shirt is L or XL depending.  If it's women's style I may need XL but Unisex probably only L.    Pajamas-XL  I like them roomy.   Do you like Halloween socks?  Any particular style or image/character?  Yes!  I like the fuzzy sleep socks and also ankle or knee high (which will only be crew length on these fat calves!)  I just picked myself up a Scooby Doo pair.  I like pumpkins and black cats, ghosts etc.   I was fortunate enough to be gifted an entire collection of the Flower Letters-Lily Clara series.  It's a story told through beautifully illustrated letters, pictures, diagrams, post cards etc. One snail mail letter at a time.   This one is a story of a entreprenurial woman during the silver rush in the West and a bit of a mystery.  The letters and details are gorgeous.  I've finished reading it, would you like me to pass it along to you, witchee?  Of course it would be in your last box, so I don't give my identity away....  My own question so not applicable.   I make junk journals and paper crafts.  I would probably have time to make a mini journal or a paper folio type thing.  It would come decorated but with space to write and add your own touch or I could make a folio complete with address labels, stationery, stamps etc. to organize your writing goods.  Would you like to receive one?  My style is generally vintage but I could also do a Halloween one, winter holiday one, shabby chic or something of your suggestion.  Also my own question, but if you are a paper crafter, I'd love to receive something of yours.  I love seeing other people's work and love handmade gifts.   Snag tights?  No thanks   LUSH?  I do like LUSH.  From the new Halloween releases maybe the Palm Reader Hand cream?   Dragon con scents?  Listed above   Disney Paris?  Nothing I can think of, thanks.   Nocturne Alchemy?  Red Pine Amber Incense sounds like something I would like.   *Would you be interested in a handwritten book, filled with things about some of your favorite things, birthday lore, recipes, pretty pictures, stories, quotes, etc.? Not exactly my thing, but thanks.   *Is there anything you absolutely DO NOT want, that hasn't come up elsewhere?  This could be anything from "please, no more plush unicorns, I am drowning!" to "I have trypophobia."  I don't use nail polish and I have plenty of makeup.   *If I were to send you a physical book, are there any genres/themes/authors you'd prefer not to encounter?  I don't like romance or smut.  I don't really like gorey horror, I prefer more of a thriller/suspense/psychological.  I don"t mind, for example, if a historical fiction has a romance element but please no Harlequin type romances-Ugh.  I'm always looking for book recommendations and would be happy if you passed along something you read and loved.   Charities?  I am partial to animal welfare and rescue charities.   Greenwoodtree's fudge?  I would say penuch without nuts or chocolate cherry, or maple.     I do canning and make lots of tasty condiments.  Would you like to try some?  YES Give me some flavor ideas.  How do you feel about peach?  Rhubarb? Tomato? Spicy or sweet?  Spicy and sweet?  YES to all.   Posie Tea?  No thks on tea.   Would you enjoy overtly Australian things in your gift? Like indigenous spice blends, or Vegemite, I already mentioned Tim Tams, but there are lots of other fun things I could send.   I don't think I am familiar enough with the things to know.  I don't LOVE cooking so maybe not spices. Also, if I were to include chocolate in your gift, would it be milk, dark, or white? Or is all chocolate good chocolate?  All chocolate is good chocolate BUT dark chocolate is the best chocolate.  That said I am not a huge chocolate fan but a little dark chocolate is ok.     Is there anything here that appeals? https://www.erstwilder.com/  Cute stuff but I probably wouldn't use it.   Are you interested in having some of this year's homemade peach jam? In theory yes, but honestly I don't eat much bread so it would probably go to waste.   Do you like bracelets?   Can you wear soft stretchy polyester ones, like zox?  (zox.co)   If so, what size would you prefer?   (s / m / l).  No thanks   Do you need any supplies or notions for any of your hobbies?  I have more craft supplies than I can probably use in my lifetime.   Do you like plushies, like Squishables?  I have one that I sleep with but don't really have a use for another.   Do you like caramels?   We have a local caramel maker who vends at our farmers markets.  Any of these flavors sound good?  https://jonboycaramels.com/collections/buy  Maybe sea salt or molasses ginger   My son makes mead, would you like to try a sample? No thanks, I don't really drink.   We made rose petal liqueur and lavender vanilla liqueur; are you interested in having a sample of either?  Again, I LOVE the idea and I love floral flavorings but I don't really drink and not sure how to use it another way.   Is there anything specifically Pacific Northwest or Seattle themed that you would like?  Besides always wanting to have lived there?  No, not that I can think of lol.   Maeve Chocolate (formerly Seattle Chocolates) has "seconds" bags; are you interested in some imperfect chocolates?  Which flavors?   https://maevechocolate.com/collections/truffle-chocolate-bars?  Some of them sound really good, but I'm not a huge chocolate person.   Trader Joes is getting their seasonal things in.  If you don't have a TJ's by you, is there anything you want?  https://www.traderjoes.com/home/discover/stories/fall-products-2025   Well, I do have a TJs close enough to go, but I seldom do.  So dear witch don't make a separate trip but if you already happen to be going, I do like the pumpkin body butter and maple things in general.   Wyrding Studios just posted a new update. Do any of these appeal to you, witchee?  https://wyrdingstudios.com/collections/in-the-waiting-woods   Beautiful things but my ears are very sensitive to metal and the other things are pricey.   Tis the season for planner people. Are you one? If so what is your planner poison of choice and do you need/want supplies and if so, what type do you want?  I use a planner but just to keep track of myself so no fancy supplies necessary.   Do you feel like you need some leggings, dearest witchee?  https://shopnatopia.com/collections/halloween-25  No thank you   Dearest Witchee, I'll be in London shortly- anything specifically British you'd enjoy? This could be marmalade or tea or Marmite or gothy clothing or a Union Jack something or other. Literally anything- name it ! I do enjoy marmalade.   Do you prefer things to be individually wrapped so you can open them when you need a boost, or is putting them in one box unwrapped okay?  Whatever is good for you.  I personally will be wrapping some things and leaving others unwrapped.   I’m about to make myself an order here, and was wondering if anything might also appeal to you, dearest of witchee’s   https://www.etsy.com/shop/khallion.  No, thanks   Dearest witchee, is there anything here that catches your eye?  https://ateliercoco-store.com/en-au  No, thanks.  Doesn't look like they are shipping to US anyway.   Interested in any of these?   Halloween 2025 – Witch Baby Soap  Maybe Pumpkin and Pistachio hand salve  or here  MoonaLisa: A Supernatural Clean Sample pack, Bohemian Velvet Lounge   There are artists that sell tattoo passes, so that you can legitimately have their work tattooed. Is there anyone that you would potentially like such a pass for? No thank you.   Obvious question of whether you would like anything from the new Lunacy update (Black Butterfly Moon, etc.)? https://blackphoenixalchemylab.com/product-tag/september-2025-lunacy/  Decants would be welcome of A Dance to the Music of Time, Black Currant and Black Rose Lotion, Strangled on Midsummer's Eve  
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2025 Switch Witch Questions

Links: Amazon general wishlist Amazon book wishlist Amazon makeup wishlist Etsy wishlist Pinterest (for the vibes)     Interested in anything from Cellar Door's Halloween update? Basic Witch, Black no. 1, and Once Bitten all sound good. And not part of the Halloween selection, but the Tea Tree & Charcoal soap looks v nice too!   Anything from Sock Dreams catch your eye? (https://sockdreams.com) Any of the New Zealand bed socks, the plus size high waisted fleece lined leggings (black or purple), and they're out of stock, but my gosh the Lisbeth printed tights (large) are stunning   Damman Freres? Here's the link- (https://www.dammann.fr/en/)  Rooibos Carrot Cake, Lovely Chai, and Mint Fennel all sound delicious   Do you see anything you need from Paintbox Soapworks Weenie Update? New & Limited Edition - 2025 Weenie Collection - Page 1 - Paintbox Soapworks Bath streusel or scrub in Phantasma would be lovely!   Anything from Haus of Gloi's Fall offerings speak to you? (https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1) Bubbling scrub in Kitchen Witch or Spider Silk and/or Refresher Spray in Cozy Apple or Olde Cider Haus

Weenies wishlist? Will update once the full announcement is out, but as far as the teasers go, The Hag and Hiss & Hearse sound gorgeous.   How do you feel about the pastel Halloween offerings that are out?  I lean more towards nature-inspired decor, but if it's on something like a notepad or t-shirt it'd be cute (especially if purple or mint)   Will you be away for part of the round? I will be away the week after it ends (11/9-11/15), but my partner will be home, so late packages will be safe but my squee'ing will be delayed.   Fiberart - What might you like?  Long striped armwarmers? A pair of slippers, decadently lined in cashmere? Lined slippers sound oh so lovely!    Do you have an amazon wishlist to be sure I don't  duplicate a book? linked at the top   Do you have a Halloween Tree?  Do you need ornaments? No, but I do have some wall hooks I sometimes hang ornaments from, so a flat ornament could make a seasonal home there.   Do you have an Etsy wishlist?   also linked at the top   Dragon Con Peach Pit scents have been revealed! Anything on your wishlist? (Including the Dragons here too) Nothing's catching my eye from these.   Would you like [a hair fall] (for a pony tail effect) or two (for a pigtail effect)? I've never worn one, so I'm not sure if it'd work with short hair? If it would, then a mermaid-themed one would be really cool - sea green mixed with colors to blend into my mix of salt and (mostly) pepper.   Do you have use for witchy supplies? Herbs, oils, crystals, etc. If so, what types and for what purpose(s)? I'm well stocked on herbs and oils (though the new Golden Honeycomb TAL has caught my eye), but incense, chime candles, and crystals are very welcome. Anything for energy, focus, or creative expression/writing would be :chef's kiss:   Would you be interested in custom artwork, such as a painting? If so, what mood, theme, colors, style, etc. would you be excited to see? If there's a dream, a dnd character, a favorite fairy tale, deity, etc. you'd love it to capture, spill those deets - including anything you wouldn't want (nudity, size restrictions, whatnot). Yes - as long as it's not too heavy (I'm in a rental and use command strips instead of nails). I tend to like art that's either very stylized (like art nouveau) or abstract and/or textured (check out my pinterest for examples). As for colors, I like all shades of green and blue-green, but also punchy peaches and deep dark purples, as well metallics and weathered papers. Mixed media is welcome. For the theme, anything inspired by Tarot, fairy tales, fae, goddesses, or the ocean would be cool, as I lean towards the dreamy and fantastical.    I'm in Japan, anything specific you would want from here? I love those guava candies and anything matcha. Aesthetically, I'm always drawn to prints with sakura blossoms over a blue background. There's probably lots of Japanese makeup and skincare I would love - I have pale, cool, olive-leaning skin, so a lot of asian makeup palettes work well for me. Same with hair products/accessories. Incense would be very welcome! I use the Morning Star brand all the time and would enjoy trying others as well.   I just got back from Mongolia and brought a bunch of small souvenirs, how do you feel about small things from random countries?  That sounds fun! I trust your judgement as far as specific types of souvenirs go, but I can usually find a spot for random doodads and whatnots, especially if I can find a tie-in for feng shui purposes.   I make custom ita rosettes/cases (pics here to explain what I mean https://tinyurl.com/mwtwmvfm). Is that something you might be interested in? If so, what type/colors/size/ etcetc These are so cool! Maybe one that could be used as halloween/harvest decor - like to hang from a doorknob perhaps? (colors: browns w/ a touch of green or teal)   Snorg tees has some hilarious and awesome new shirts. They are also reasonably priced. Please give me 3 of your fav designs and tee size/color if available for a color option. https://www.snorgtees.com/products/strange-women-lying-in-ponds-sword-distribution-co-womens-v-neck-tee?variant=44828593651844 - heather slate, XL https://www.snorgtees.com/products/do-it-for-the-plot-womens-v-neck-tee?variant=51003842461828 - heather slate, XL https://www.snorgtees.com/products/chaotic-neutral-womens-v-neck-tee?variant=41882701758596 - dark gray heather, XL   BloomChic has some pretty fun plus and smaller size halloween fashions. If you so desire, give me your top 3 favs with sizes!  Ooh, I've been wanted to try out Bloomchic for a while now. I'm obsessed with this one: https://bloomchic.com/collections/halloween/products/hollow-mesh-back-slim-fit-t-shirt?from_module=JUU1JTk1JTg2JUU1JTkzJTgxJUU5JTlCJTg2JUU1JTkwJTg4JUU5JUExJUI1 - 2X   I like making little flower arrangements with fake flowers; would you be interested in a mini bouquet (think, something that would fit in a bud vase)? If so, any seasonal/color scheme requests? I would love such a thing - I really like peachy colored flowers. There's a "Flowers" board on my pinterest you can reference for more specific color scheme inspiration. ❤️    Feelings on candles/wax melts? Candles - yes! I mostly use taper, chime, and jar/tin candles. Wax melts - no   Feelings on crocheted wall art/mandalas? Color scheme requests? That would be very cool! I'd probably hang it in my office, so any combination of blush pink, rusty/brown-pink, soft greens, white/cream, beachy-type colors.   anything specifically Australian you might like?  I'm not really familiar with Australia-specific goods other than vegemite, but after some googling, I'd say Pineapple Lumps, Cheezels, or any sort of eucalyptus or manuka honey products.   local tea blender just down the street from me if there is anything from there you might like to try The "Goodhealth Digestive" and "Rooibos and Roses" herbal teas both look good.   whats your coffee desire, and beans or grind size?  also include your favorite old 70's-80's cartoons or fandoms. I use an aeropress, which recommends a "medium-fine" grind (I often use medium and the results are perfectly adequate though). Re: cartoons/fandoms, you probably mean TV shows, but I gotta mention that I'm a Fieval stan, so if that's an option it's #1 on the list. Also a fan of Monty Python, Alf, Doctor Who, Fraggle Rock, and the Muppets. 
Note: Please no Peanuts/Snoopy - my ex collected Snoopy stuff so I have an unfortunate association now.   [knit] socks, a hat, a cowl, arm warmers, or a shawlette for your neck and shoulders could definitely be doable if that would be enjoyed. Just let me know colour preferences, or fibre preferences/allergies.  Socks (ankle or knee), extra wide arm warmers, or gloves would be lovely. I think I covered colors in the questionnaire, but for fibre the softer the better (if it's scratchy I'll end up not using it).   if you could have any garment made just for you what would it be and what would it look like? You can include reference links/images or just describe it.  Oh gosh, I would love a mid calf or ankle length flapper style dress in teal or plum. US size 20, 28" inseam.   Do you enjoy stim toys or other fidgety items? I work near an amazing store called Madam Clutterbuckets Neurodiverse Universe that caters to neuroduvergents as well as employing entirely Neurodiverse staff and supporting lots of ND and disabled artists. I live buying stickers, patches, art fidgets and kicknacks. Would you be interested in anything? I have been curious to try the "gentle pain" type of stim, so these guys look intriguing - https://www.madamclutterbuckets.com/collections/sensory-regulation-tools/products/spiky-sensory-acupressure-fidget-finger-ring-toy   Is there any Renny thing you covet? I'm always up for incense, dried herbs, honey or lavender products, rings and earrings, maybe a cool candle holder   What is your size in say Tshirts?  Pajamas? Typically 18-20/2XL/3XL, depending on the brand. I usually check the size chart to see which size falls closest to a 44-inch waist measurement. And if it's unisex or reviews say it runs small, I'll size one up from that to make sure there's room for the curvy bits.    Do you like Halloween socks?  Any particular style or image/character? Only if they're those big, fuzzy sleep sock types (in which case anything goes). Generally with socks I'm looking for function and comfort. I have wide feet and inflammation issues, so my #1 concern is a comfortable fit.   [Flower Letters-Lily Clara series] - would you like me to pass it along to you, witchee?  That sounds so precious and magical - yes, I'd love to read it   I make junk journals and paper crafts. [...] Would you like to receive one?  My style is generally vintage but I could also do a Halloween one, winter holiday one, shabby chic or something of your suggestion. That is so cool. A folio/junk journal would probably help my life a lot. Maybe one to contain scraps of writing (I'm a poet and fantasy writer) - I've got so many things in so many different notebooks and random scraps of paper, it would be awesome to have way to organize at least some of it. Vintage or mystical vibes would be cool!   Snag tights have released their Halloween lines. Is there anything there that tempts you? The Hallow-queen tights (size F) are beautiful. I'm also always up for chub rub shorts.   Is there anything you'd like from Lush? I love their Daddy-O shampoo and I'd be interested in trying Mask of Magnaminty, Dirty Springwash, or the Himalayan Salt Rock Scrub.   I go to Disneyland Paris a few times a month as I have a pass- is there anything I can get for you?  No thanks - I'm actually going to Disney World in November   I have a Daiso opening near me next weekend.  I'm going to the Grand Opening.  Is there anything you want me to be on the lookout for? I'm not familiar with Daiso, but I trust your judgement.   I'll be placing a Nocturne Alchemy order asap, anything from the Halloween update catch your attention?  Not thanks - I try to stick to BPAL for the sake of my sanity, lol   Would you be interested in a handwritten book, filled with things about some of your favorite things, birthday lore, recipes, pretty pictures, stories, quotes, etc.? What a cool idea! I'm trying to think of a topic that would keep me reaching for it and this might be out of the box, but a collection of trivia on subjects I'm weak at would actually be so helpful. I play trivia once a week and am always stumped when questions about geography (countries, capitals, rivers), presidents, or the periodic table come up. It might not be inspiring, but it'd be very useful!   Is there anything you absolutely DO NOT want, that hasn't come up elsewhere?  This could be anything from "please, no more plush unicorns, I am drowning!" to "I have trypophobia." I think I mentioned no Peanuts/Snoopy, but for the same reason there's a lot of anime I now avoid   I've also never been big on plushies, since you mentioned it!   If I were to send you a physical book, are there any genres/themes/authors you'd prefer not to encounter? I'm up for most things! Maybe steer clear of problematic authors who are still alive if it would be a new purchase.   If I could make you my fudge (not currently selling it, btw, but willing to make for SW witching, nacho witching, etc!), which of these flavors makes you 🤤 : My sweet tooth isn't the strongest, so less-sweat flavors (like peanut butter) would be most appreciated. And walnuts or pecans are always welcome!   anything from Dryad teas pique your interest? Oh goodness. So yes, but I'm overwhelmed by the number of options. Gonna try to narrow it down by appealing names first, then check the flavors....okay, short-ish list: UnSeelie, Winter Court, Writing Desks & Ravens, Faerie Garden, Pixie, Rosemary & Rue, Sweet Dreams   I do canning and make lots of tasty condiments.  Would you like to try some? How do you feel about peach?  Rhubarb? Tomato? Spicy or sweet?  Spicy and sweet? Yes! I like all the things. If spicy, I prefer it to be mild and/or smokey and/or sweet. Otherwise, gosh, yeah, I like pretty much everything and love trying things that are new or unique. I enjoy a good kitchen experiment, so if you want to throw something zany at me, go for it! Otherwise, whatever you have a surplus of or enjoy making the most     Poesie Tea - what would you like?  Cozy Chestnut, Geneva, London Smoke & Fog, and Palace Chai all sound good.   Would you enjoy overtly Australian things in your gift?  I would definitely be curious to try an indigenous spice blend.   Also, if I were to include chocolate in your gift, would it be milk, dark, or white? Or is all chocolate good chocolate? Dark chocolate is bae, but I don't turn my nose up at milk chocolate. White chocolate I would give to my bf.   Is there anything here that appeals? (erstwilder) Nothing's catching my eye edit: the glow in the dark pumpkin drop earrings are cute   Are you interested in having some of this year's homemade peach jam? Yum - absolutely!   Do you like bracelets?   Can you wear soft stretchy polyester ones, like zox?  (zox.co)   If so, what size would you prefer?   (s / m / l) no   Do you need any supplies or notions for any of your hobbies? paint brushes (for acrylic) are always welcome, especially the tiny-tipped ones   Do you like plushies, like Squishables? no   Do you like caramels?   We have a local caramel maker who vends at our farmers markets.  Any of these flavors sound good?   I'm not big on caramels because I don't enjoy the tacky texture, but caramel sauce would be welcome   My son makes mead, would you like to try a sample? BIG yes   We made rose petal liqueur and lavender vanilla liqueur; are you interested in having a sample of either? these are so lovely, but I still have a liiiiittle bit left from the last time I got a batch, so pass for this round   Is there anything specifically Pacific Northwest or Seattle themed that you would like?   nothing I can think of   Maeve Chocolate (formerly Seattle Chocolates) has "seconds" bags; are you interested in some imperfect chocolates?  Which flavors?  absolutely! - Pike Place Espresso, Magical Mint, & Cafe Latte Crunch sound good   If you don't have a TJ's by you, is there anything you want? Those cinnamon sugar cashews sound dynamite. Intrigued by the Fall Harvest Salsa and the honey b&b products too.   Wyrding Studios just posted a new update. Do any of these appeal to you, witchee? I like the fae lantern earrings   Tis the season for planner people. Are you one? If so what is your planner poison of choice and do you need/want supplies and if so, what type do you want? I want to be a planner person, but alas, I struggle with such things. Maybe a planner that doesn't have a daily/calendar structure though?   Do you feel like you need some leggings, dearest witchee?  I'm pretty well stocked on leggings at the moment. I don't see any on this site, but a pair of (fleece/sweater) textured leggings might be nice though.   Dearest Witchee, I'll be in London shortly- anything specifically British you'd enjoy? Ooh tea or marmalade would be lovely.    Do you prefer things to be individually wrapped so you can open them when you need a boost, or is putting them in one box unwrapped okay?  As long as things are packed securely it doesn't matter, though with that in mind, I'd lean towards (at least some) things being wrapped. I've had swap items arrive broken before, so the tighter/more padded the packing the better!   I’m about to make myself an order here, and was wondering if anything might also appeal to you, dearest of witchee’s  https://www.etsy.com/shop/khallion No thank you   Dearest witchee, is there anything here that catches your eye? https://ateliercoco-store.com/en-au No thanks   Interested in any of these? Witch Baby Soap - any of the scrubs or bath bombs MoonaLisa - it looks like they're sold out of several things rn, so I'll swing back later for this   There are artists that sell tattoo passes, so that you can legitimately have their work tattooed. Is there anyone that you would potentially like such a pass for? No at this time, but thank you for alerting me to this! Might have to do some research into this down the line...   Obvious question of whether you would like anything from the new Lunacy update (Black Butterfly Moon, etc.)? Oh yes, this update is rather fetching. Black Butterfly Moon (perfume), Black Currant and Black Rose lotion, Tuberose and Sparkling Blackberry Wine, Grumblotch's Salts, Marine Lover Hair Gloss, and Strangled on Midsummer's Eve all sound beautiful.   Witchee, would you be interested in a kit to make something yourself?  Like a kit to dye your own scarf, or make beeswax candles, or make a small embroidered ornament, etc.?  Would you like to receive such a kit, or do you not have the time/inclination for it? I'd probably enjoy such a thing, but the more honest answer is that I don't have much time for extra projects these days. The exception being puzzles - I always have time for puzzles! lol   While you may not have these issues, is there a baked good you would love receiving even if it is gluten and dairy free? I also only use honey, maple syrup or coconut sugar, but I'm happy to use monk fruit if you'd prefer/need. I am gluten free, so that would be wonderful! Back when I did eat gluten, my favorite things were flaky pastries (croissants, baklava, etc.), crumbles (coffee cake or pies/cobblers with crumble on top), and soft, chewy cookies. I enjoy savory cakes and sweet breads too (carrot cake, banana bread). Any of those, or anything else I've previously mentioned, would be wonderful!   I grow a wide variety of herbs, are there any you need for your pantry? I have mugwort (which I can prepare for tea/spice use, bath use or smudge), thyme, winter savory, sage, various mints, rosemary, fennel (leaf and seed), and I'm certain I am forgetting somethings so feel free to ask.  I love love sage and mint. Would be very interested to try fennel leaf - I've never seen that in dried form. If you have tarragon or mullein, I'd be happy to receive those as well.   I do basic embroidery. Is there a simple design or motif you might like? Like bats, spiders, spooky flowers, pumpkins or other such? This will come either in a hoop frame or on a finished hoop (the back is gathered and covered with cardboard) unless you have other needs like an embroidered ribbon or handkerchief.  A snowflake or moon would be v cool!   is there anything here you might like https://www.fridaytea.com? I'm intrigued by the olive leaf tea - I adore it as a perfume note, so perhaps I'd adore it as a tea? Tree Herder, Village Witch, The Clockmaker, Writer's Fuel, The Pirate King, and any of the Apothecary blends (other than the ones for fertility/motherhood) look promising!   for coffee, whole bean or ground and any particular flavor notes you like? Any roasting preferences?  Ground please (medium or finer). I tend towards irish cream or hazelnut or winter spice for flavored coffees. I used to prefer dark roast when I incorrectly assumed it had more caffeine, but I prefer blonde/light now that I'm better informed.   Would you be interested in Halloween playing cards (bicycle brand) or a large Halloween puzzle? Cards, no, but puzzle, yes! The more pieces the better! I need a challenge, lol   I am also paring down a huge Halloween decor collection is there anything you'd like to inherit?  Nothing bulky, but smaller or flat things with pumpkins, the moon, anything more evocative of the natural aspects of the season. I try to stick to things that can do double duty as thanksgiving/harvest decor.   Would you like some organic catnip from my parents garden? No thanks (not a cat owner)   Would you be interested in receiving cocoa butter or bentonite clay?  Cocoa butter: no
Bentonite clay: yeah!   Weenies just dropped -  what has caught your nose from the full list? Green Lovebat, Lime Green Hearse, and The Hag all look promising. Any of the non-floral linen sprays would be welcome as well!   Adagio's Wicked Teas are back out (https://www.adagio.com/signature_blend/wicked_teas.html) - any interest in any of them? literally every single one sounds delicious   Is there anything you might want from Penzeys (https://www.penzeys.com/)? Oh gosh, I am due for a Penzey's haul, lol! I'll hold off until after SW season in case you send something my way. On my list: Sate, Tsardust, Pica Fruta, Sunny Paris, Tarragon, Jerk, and trials of any of their blends.    
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Interested in anything from Cellar Door's Halloween update?  I had not heard of this company until now, but Basic Witch, Graveyard Smash, Once Bitten, and Zombie Repellent all sound really good.   Anything from Sock Dreams catch your eye? (https://sockdreams.com)
The Longer Ringmaster Stripes in Buggy D. Burgundy, the Oops! Gossamer Stripes in Daffodil, and the Longer Extraordinary Thigh Highs in Spice, Teal, Lilac, and Forest all look good.
  I live in France, and we have some great tea here! Most folks know about Mariage Freres but may I suggest Damman Freres? Here's the link- they're still in summer mode, but I assure you, autumnal teas will grace their pages soon! (https://www.dammann.fr/en/)  There are too many teas on here that sound exceptionally good! I'd love to try Bali, poire marron glace, blanc d'oranger, the des trois fleurs,maybe earl grey mandarin   Do you see anything you need from Paintbox Soapworks Weenie Update?  New & Limited Edition - 2025 Weenie Collection - Page 1 - Paintbox Soapworks No, but I would be interested in sniffing Jack-of-the-Woods, Phantasma, and the Grey Hound.   Speaking of updates, anything from Haus of Gloi's Fall offerings speak to you? (https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1) Most of those sound amazing.  I'd love to sniff Apple Milk, Autumn Bouquet, Blood Orange Marshmallow, Cozy Apple, and Little Hedgehog.

Also, I know we have barely scratched the surface in knowing what the Lab will release for Weenies, but a wishlist couldn't hurt, so what'll it be? I don't have any idea... I suppose if there are literary vampire scents like they had forever ago, or a favorite gets rezzed/turned into gloss?   How do you feel about the pastel Halloween offerings that are out? The peach, mint, lilac, and light teal I could totally work into my decor.  Also, I've been seeing a couple of things in 90s acid green that I would 100% be incorporating with what I already have-- if that counts as a pastel?   So, while a completely girly pastel Halloween look doesn't really speak to me, the colors could definitely work with a lot of what I already have, since most of those are either dark or the vibrant variations of the pastel colors.  Dark Rainbow Halloween!     I'm  one of those crafty sorts that make things.  I make things by up cycling sweaters, for example - mittens, slippers, armwarmers (both solid or striped from multiple fabrics ).  Could also make a tea cosy with a mat.  I make bowls, mats & vessels from rope that I wrap with pretty cloth.  So essentially, functional, useful fiberart.  What might you like?  Long striped armwarmers? A pair of slippers, decadently lined in cashmere?  Your craft sounds amazing. The only thing I might not get the most use of is slippers (though they sound luxurious).   do you have an amazon wishlist to be sure I don't  duplicate a book? I do.  It is linked in the blog that is linked in my sig.. I don't keep a good eye on what format I save the books to the wishlist in, though. I apologize.  Basically, if it's a novel/one-time read thing, digital is great.  If it's reference or a picture book, I prefer physical. And I am a huge fan of used books.  I also have a Thriftbooks list that I can share in that blog.   Do you have a Halloween Tree?  Do you need ornaments? I do.  I don't *need* ornaments.  But I would always love some.   Do you have an Etsy wishlist? I do, linked in the wishlist blog in sig.. However, it is a bit outdated, and mostly full of plants and seeds.  It is a good reference for aesthetic, though.   As of this writing, Dragon Con Peach Pit scents have been revealed! Anything on your wishlist? They all sound amazing, but peach on my skin usually dies a skanktaculous death.  I would be happy to try a sample of honeyed peach incense, though-- or any of the gloss or atmo. sprays.
I am a bit known for my extremely light-weight hand crafted hair falls (I typically make them out of a combination of yarns, batting, and bits of up cycled silks and lace). Would you like one (for a pony tail effect) or two (for a pigtail effect)? If so, name two or three colors and any allergies to fibers I should know about. Those sound awesome. I'd enjoy either a pony or pigtails. watery blue, green or bright purple?  Or any of the colors listed on my questionnaire, really. No fiber allergies, thank goodness.   Do you have use for witchy supplies? Herbs, oils, crystals, etc. If so, what types and for what purpose(s)? Ooo, always into shiny things, herbs, and oils.  I have a now-and-then subscription to the Witches Moon.  As to purpose, peace and protection of the home, healing, stress relief, general cleansing (my go-to is usually frankincense/mint or adding a combo of some kind of citrus and clove/cinnamon).  Always interested in good essential oils, natural-type incense, and seeds for growing my own herbs. Kind of witchy adjacent, but I finally bought one of those mesh herb drying bags that hangs, and the amount of rosemary (and hopefully catnip) I will be drying in the next few weeks is going to be pretty spectacular. I'm very excited. Finally a useful bonus to it being and actual oven outside.   Would you be interested in custom artwork, such as a painting? If so, what mood, theme, colors, style, etc. would you be excited to see? If there's a dream, a dnd character, a favorite fairy tale, deity, etc. you'd love it to capture, spill those deets - including anything you wouldn't want (nudity, size restrictions, whatnot). Yes, I would.  You know those pictures taken looking up at the sun from the bottom of a kelp bed?  That mood. A fairytale forest(deciduous), or plants, or botanical illustration, or fairies or mermaids, etc., cute animals...I don't know.  I love seeing other people's creativity.  I'm just maybe not as drawn to things that are very inorganic or structural, or hard abstract lines.   Welp, the list of what will fully be available over the Dragon Con weekend (and a preview of Weenies!) is now available! I already asked the Peach Pit question, but now there's heaps more, so gimme your wishlist!!!    I'd love to try any of these dragons: Bastard-Amber Caput Mortuum Chartreuse Melichrous Puce Sang-de-Boeuf Coquelicot Gamboge       I'm in Japan, anything specific you would want from here? Yuzu and black sesame things, seaweed caramels, warabimochi, a good, mellow sencha? Kimono fabric scraps? I apologize.  My mind seemed to be occupied with snacks right now.   I just got back from Mongolia and brought a bunch of small souvenirs, how do you feel about small things from random countries?  That sounds so cool! I hope you had a great time.  I like souvenirs from places-- especially if it's a craft or component that is special to that place.   I make custom ita rosettes/cases (pics here to explain what I mean https://tinyurl.com/mwtwmvfm. Is that something you might be interested in? If so, what type/colors/size/etc. etc. Those are lovely. A small rosette would not go unloved. In fact, it would probably go on my substitute bag so the kids could admire it.   Snorg tees (http://snorgtees.com) has some hilarious and awesome new shirts. They are also reasonably priced. Please give me 3 of your fav designs and tee size/color if available for a color option. Well, that was ten minutes and five pages of laughing until my back hurt. Thank you. That sight is *awesome*.  I own some of those already, but out of the tens of ones I don't, a couple I like are "People don't like when sentences don't end the way they potato" in heather mauve, and "Un Deux Trois Cat" in heather blue lagoon because I could wear them to work, and the kids would probably enjoy them, too.  I also love "No my ducks are certainly not in a row", but I already have the squirrels at a rave version of that...  Size would most likely be women's signature tee in XL.   BloomChic (http://bloomchic.com)has some pretty fun plus and smaller size halloween fashions. If you so desire, give me your top 3 favs with sizes!  Nooo, why does everyone have such good links?!  Okay, the grey bat or the cat night print pullover in maybe a 2x/3x (so it can be a bit oversize), the stretchy plaid contrast splicing midi dress in 12 or 14, the pumpkin cat hooded midi dress 12or14,... that velvet flutter sleeve midi dress, also.   There are sooo many cute things on that sight!   I like making little flower arrangements with fake flowers; would you be interested in a mini bouquet (think, something that would fit in a bud vase)? If so, any seasonal/color scheme requests? That sounds so cute! I'd love an autumnal arrangement, in say different oranges and greens with a bit of dark red or berry purple.   Feelings on candles/wax melts? I like candles.  I like how wax melts smell, but I need to get a new cup warmer thing   Feelings on crocheted wall art/mandalas? Color scheme requests? I love crochet things.  Blue-green with yellow? I don't know, let your art decide.  I know it will be gorgeous.   Jumping in as *I think* the only Australian, is there anything specifically Australian you might like? I think Tim Tams are probably the most commonly coveted/procured goodie I could offer. 
No, thank you, on Tim Tams.  I would love dried midgen/midyim berries, or berry seeds, or any other cool seeds.  I don't know what the logistics of that would be, though.  Given that both Australia and California are notorious for not wanting biological items shipped to them (which is understandable).   I also have a local tea blender just down the street from me if there is anything from there you might like to try https://teahouse-the-tea-specialty-shop.myshopify.com/ I love tea.  Marco Oriental, Copenhagen, French Earl Grey, and I am very curious about the Australian Daintree.   I have a wonderful coffee roaster near me, wood-roasted, small batch, regular and decaf, all roast types. It's so good, I won't buy coffee anywhere else, and I only drink dark roast decaf. IF this sounds good, whats your coffee desire, and beans or grind size?  They are also a FULLY geeked out space with every video and arcade game known. so I would also send a sticker from them, so also include your favorite old 70's-80's cartoons or fandoms. Decaf!!! Woo!  Finding good decaf is ridonculously difficult.  If they have a full-bodied, nuanced, dark or medium roast that would pair well with cream and sugar, please yes; super fine ground or whole bean. If they somehow also do flavored, I would love  a raspberry or eggnog, if they had any.  Old school Zelda/Link, or Mario 2-- or, if they have old computer games, King's Quest, Quest for Glory, Kyrandia, or The Seventh Guest.  There's also this space camel game from Commodore 64. Fandoms... Sailor Moon? Eighties things with Muppet-type creatures.  Thundercats! M.A.S.K., Transformers (old school Bumblebee, FTW), Inspector Gadget,  You Can't Do That on Television,   I’m dying to knit my Witchee something lovely, as long as it would be appreciated.  I can’t commit to a big project in the time frame, but socks, a hat, a cowl, arm warmers, or a shawlette for your neck and shoulders could definitely be doable if that would be enjoyed. Just let me know colour preferences, or fibre preferences/allergies.  I would love anything knitted.  Even if I did not use it, I would stare at it, and admire your craftsmanship.  No fibre allergies that I know of.  I love the feel of bamboo yarn, if that's a fiber preference?  But I'm really not particular, so long as it isn't scratchy or sticky.   I sew clothing and costume, if you could have any garment made just for you what would it be and what would it look like? You can include reference links/images or just describe it.  My Pinterest board has loads of gorgeous clothes on there.  I'd love anything like that.  But I would also need to get myself onto some kind of food/exercise regime, but my shape right now is not conducive to wearing nice things.   Do you enjoy stim toys or other fidgety items? I work near an amazing store called Madam Clutterbuckets Neurodiverse Universe that caters to neurodivergents as well as employing entirely Neurodiverse staff and supporting lots of ND and disabled artists. I live buying stickers, patches, art fidgets and kicknacks. Would you be interested in anything? Website is here but there's way more in store: https://www.madamclutterbuckets.com/ That is so cool. I like the Diversity Makes America Great (though, not really the colorway?), and the Some Days Suck... Hang in there. Also Talk about Mental Health and Dyslexics of the World Untie-- because I read it wrong/right, and was really confused why Dyslexia was getting a union for about half a minute. Fidget things I like are the infinity thing like cubes, Mobii, and that one that look like a donut and you can turns inside out forever.   What is your size in say Tshirts?  Pajamas? women's XL, same in pajamas, I'd think.  Or maybe 1x for the bottoms? I like to have room.   Do you like Halloween socks?  Any particular style or image/character? Yes. I like anklets and whatever the small cuffed ones are called; also knee highs and thigh highs.  images bats and cats, or plant things, hedgehogs   I was fortunate enough to be gifted an entire collection of the Flower Letters-Lily Clara series.  It's a story told through beautifully illustrated letters, pictures, diagrams, post cards etc. One snail mail letter at a time.   This one is a story of a entreprenurial woman during the silver rush in the West and a bit of a mystery.  The letters and details are gorgeous.  I've finished reading it, would you like me to pass it along to you, witchee?  That sounds really interesting.  Maybe?    I make junk journals and paper crafts.  I would probably have time to make a mini journal or a paper folio type thing.  It would come decorated but with space to write and add your own touch or I could make a folio complete with address labels, stationery, stamps etc. to organize your writing goods.  Would you like to receive one?  My style is generally vintage but I could also do a Halloween one, winter holiday one, shabby chic or something of your suggestion. I love journals.   Snag tights have released their Halloween lines.  Is there anything there that tempts you?  https://snagtights.com/collections/halloween Some of those are so cute, but I will have to pass.  I destroy tights (except dance tights, whatever those are made of is hardcore). Probably way TMI, but I tend to stick to leggings because my claws and calluses shred delicate nylon (I trim and buff, I swear).   Is there anything you'd like from Lush? I will link to their US site, but obviously different countries have different versions. https://www.lush.com/us/en_us The Palm Reader massage bar and the soothing shell soap sound great.  I'd love to smell the harvest moon scent or the mango lassi.  I just can't use a lot of their stuff because it contains SLS, and busting out in welts is not my favorite thing.   My favorite product of theirs, ever, was the Emperor of Ice Cream buttercream.  That was one of my favorite smells on  skincare product, ever, hands down.   I will be placing my Dragon Con / Black Moon order *tonight* (8/31/25) -- PLEASE mention now *anything* you would like to receive from this or any recent updates so I can add it to my order! This will be the ONLY chance to get something from the Lab with enough time to receive it and send it on to you!!!
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I go to Disneyland Paris a few times a month as I have a pass- is there anything I can get for you? There are exclusive enamel Trader Pins, for instance. Of course, all the other types of goodies as well. No, thank you.   Want any of the DragonCon Claw Polish? Realistically, probably not. I am on a magical roll of breaking all my nails right now. There are some gorgeous ones, though.   I have a Daiso opening near me next weekend.  I'm going to the Grand Opening.  Is there anything you want me to be on the lookout for? I can't think of anything specific.  If you happen to see any cute stationary or tiny sauce dishes that you think I might like, that would be cool.  Daiso is super fun.  Hope you have an amazing time!   I'll be placing a Nocturne Alchemy order asap, anything from the Halloween update catch your attention? (https://nocturnealchemy.com/collections/limited-collection/products/new-halloween-limited-2025?variant=47186703188182 ) Blue Violet Vanilla 07, Yellow Vanilla 08, Red Orange Vanilla 09, Red Pine Amber Incense, Spellbound.  However, I have barely ever dipped a toe into Nocturne Alchemy (mostly thanks to a couple of amazing BPALers years ago-- and I placed an order once with Kashmir, and something Moonlight?  I think I that I quite liked Princess Amber, too), so if you have rec.s I would be totally open.   Would you be interested in a handwritten journal, filled with things about some of your favorite things, birthday lore, recipes, pretty pictures, stories, quotes, etc.? I make these, and I would love to see what others choose to put into the books.   Is there anything you absolutely DO NOT want, that hasn't come up elsewhere?  This could be anything from "please, no more plush unicorns, I am drowning!" to "I have trypophobia." Nothing super gore, I hate maggots on a deep, personal vendetta level (even while recognizing their importance in the food web).  I can't think of anything that will squick me out super badly, but those will make me upset.  I am on my way to being the hoarder goblin from the end of Labyrinth, so I'm not going to refuse anything you are kind enough to give me-- even if I have a lot of it, already.     If I were to send you a physical book, are there any genres/themes/authors you'd prefer not to encounter? I don't read Westerns or bodice rippers,  I will DNF a book with non-con, constant gore, or torture (I stopped reading the Witcher series, and have no intention of ever picking up A Song of Ice and Fire-- or watching either show). Animal Cruelty or animal death better have some strong tie to plot and some very explicit and final retribution written in-- but I would prefer to just avoid it, in general.   Is there a charity you would like me to donate to in your name? This is awesome! You do not even need to donate in my name.  Just the thought of someone helping the helpers would make me so happy; Black Cat Holistic Rescue of Los Angeles,  Bat World, L.A. Bat Rescue,  or other marine(like aquatic), animal, or nature saving organization-- but please do NOT donate to PETA on my behalf.  I have strong feelings about that organization, and they are not positive.   If I could make you my fudge (not currently selling it, btw, but willing to make for SW witching, nacho witching, etc!), which of these flavors makes you drool : Chocolate & Peanut butter, white chocolate berry, plain chocolate with or without nuts, Old fashioned penuche with or without nuts, peanut butter fudge, Chocolate with montmorency cherries, pumpkin pie fudge. Also possibly taking special flavor requests.  We do make fudge here, but I have heard a *lot* of positive sparkle about Greenwoodtree's AMAZING fudge, and would be happy to try it, if you wanted to send some-- if it ever cools off over here.  Let's just say that it would be a definite death sentence for the fudge-- and possibly the mail box-- if it was sent anytime for probably the next month. Still, Penuche with nuts (walnuts? pecans?  What kind of nuts???) and peanut butter chocolate both sound delicious.   anything from Dryad teas pique your interest?  https://dryadtea.com/collections/all-tea That is a lot of delicious-sounding tea.  I'd love to try samples. Some that sprang out were Elven Mist Casimira, Bardsong, and Autumnal Fae.  I did not go through the whole lists, though. If you think I might like it, I'd probably be up to try it-- unless it is rooibos. Rooibos is not my thing.   I do canning and make lots of tasty condiments.  Would you like to try some?  Give me some flavor ideas.  How do you feel about peach?  Rhubarb? Tomato?  Spicy or sweet?  Spicy and sweet? I love peach, and rhubarb. Spicy(medium), sweet, or spicy/sweet   Poesie Tea - what would you like?  poesieperfume.com Cozy Chestnut and Ooh La La sound yummy.   Would you enjoy overtly Australian things in your gift? Like indigenous spice blends, or Vegemite, I already mentioned Tim Tams, but there are lots of other fun things I could send. Also, if I were to include chocolate in your gift, would it be milk, dark, or white? Or is all chocolate good chocolate?  Spice blends sound stellar.  Vegemite and Tim Tams, no thank you.  If you think something is fun, I'm sure it's amazing, and I would probably enjoy it. Most chocolate is good chocolate-- except Hershey's (not the subsidiaries[?] like Reese's and all, which are delicious, but actual Hershey's chocolate bars. Hard pass).   Is there anything here that appeals?   https://www.erstwilder.com/ They are cute, but no, thank you.  I did not see that they had fruit bats, and flowers.  Frankie and Finn, the golden wattle, bottlebrush, and Penny Possum are super cute, and I am just a sucker for lucky dip anything, because I love surprises. The tiny rosemary and itty bitty poppy are also adorable.  I am really confused how I missed all the different pins, and thought it was only Halloween items...   Are you interested in having some of this year's homemade peach jam? Yes.   Do you like bracelets?   Can you wear soft stretchy polyester ones, like zox?  (zox.co)   If so, what size would you prefer?   (s / m / l) Those look cool.  Size M, probably.  For styles, I liked Stardust, Poppies of Hope, and Continue-- maybe Selenophile.   Do you need any supplies or notions for any of your hobbies? Probably not *need*, but always appreciate.   Do you like plushies, like Squishables? I like plushies. Squishables are cute, but I'm not sure I would give enough love to any of those.   Do you like caramels?   We have a local caramel maker who vends at our farmers markets.  Any of these flavors sound good?  https://jonboycaramels.com/collections/buy I do like caramels.  The Balsamic Berry sounds very intriguing.   My son makes mead, would you like to try a sample? Yes.  Also, that is so cool!   We made rose petal liqueur and lavender vanilla liqueur; are you interested in having a sample of either? Rose petal liqueur sounds fantastic.   Is there anything specifically Pacific Northwest or Seattle themed that you would like?   Your coastline is gorgeous. I'd love a beach pic.   Maeve Chocolate (formerly Seattle Chocolates) has "seconds" bags; are you interested in some imperfect chocolates?  Which flavors?  https://maevechocolate.com/collections/truffle-chocolate-bars?  Sure. Hungry Blackberry, Pike's Place Espresso and Mexican Hot Chocolate sound great.   Trader Joes is getting their seasonal things in.  If you don't have a TJ's by you, is there anything you want?  https://www.traderjoes.com/home/discover/stories/fall-products-2025   I *do* have a Trader Joe's nearish me, and I get there at least once a month.  But I would not refuse Trader Joe's Goodies. That would be silly.  Plus, certain things are available at some TJ's but not others.  So feel free to send me the goodies.    Most of the pumpkin offerings that are shippable are not things I can have, since they outright state they've got Allspice, or they say "spices", and I am not about that kind of surprise in my life right now.  I will always take more cardamom vanilla cold brew (but it's heavy and I do fully intend to stock up while it's there), furikake, their vanilla paste, black garlic, their little seasonal candle trio with the pear something, vanilla something, and falling leaves smell delicious, and I would happily take lemon olive oil if yours still has it-- I have used ours up, and it was seasonal.  Fearless Flyer said there are apple gummies, but not at ours yet.   Wyrding Studios just posted a new update. Do any of these appeal to you, witchee?  https://wyrdingstudios.com/collections/in-the-waiting-woods  The vintage orange glass bead bracelet/bangle looks really pretty.   Tis the season for planner people. Are you one? If so what is your planner poison of choice and do you need/want supplies and if so, what type do you want? I want to be a planner person.  I have tried to be a planner person.  I do well when things are going okay, but drop it when the clusterbomb of FUBAR invariably splooshes.  Maybe I don't really want to be a planner person, but I just really like the stickers, pens, and the pretty pictures at the beginning of each month?  I've done Happy Planner, and those spiral bound academic planners for school.  I also occasionally try to plan my reading...   Do you feel like you need some leggings, dearest witchee?  https://shopnatopia.com/collections/halloween-25  I feel like I could always use some leggings.  The moonlit bats an the spiderweb bell bottoms are cute.   Dearest Witchee, I'll be in London shortly- anything specifically British you'd enjoy? This could be marmalade or tea or Marmite or gothy clothing or a Union Jack something or other. Literally anything- name it! Tesco Blackberry Nettle infusion.  Yes, that is very specific.  In a magical world, also the mixed fruit trifle.   Do you prefer things to be individually wrapped so you can open them when you need a boost, or is putting them in one box unwrapped okay? It is whatever works best for you.  If you love to wrap, I will appreciate your artistry. If you are, like, "aw, hellnah" I will happily root around in unwrapped goodies.   I’m about to make myself an order here, and was wondering if anything might also appeal to you, dearest of witchee’s   https://www.etsy.com/shop/khallion I gave a fairly coherent answer in "This is Halloween", so I will add it here: She has so many awesome things!  Okay, just out of nowhere, Sebastian with the bandana over his face "the human world is a mess."  Yes, it is, Sebastian.  Yes, it is. Light(Galadriel),  Free (Harriet Tubman), An Impromptu Surprise the postcard or sticker(the faces on the pin don't show well), You Have no Power over Me, Don't Panic, Orca-nize,  Spoilers (it makes me teary, though--so maybe not).  I could go for more, but it would be a loooong list.   Dearest witchee, is there anything here that catches your eye?  https://ateliercoco-store.com/en-au   The calavera matryoshka are a cute mashup, but I'm not sure I would wear any of those items.   Interested in any of these?   Halloween 2025 – Witch Baby Soap  or here  MoonaLisa: A Supernatural Clean The Ghost Girl and Sunspell scents sound good, but I'm at a loss as to products.  I don't think I've tried either company.   There are artists that sell tattoo passes, so that you can legitimately have their work tattooed. Is there anyone that you would potentially like such a pass for? I am inkless, but such a cool idea.   Obvious question of whether you would like anything from the new Lunacy update (Black Butterfly Moon, etc.)? https://blackphoenixalchemylab.com/product-tag/september-2025-lunacy/ Vanilla-Infused Frankincense and raspberry, Black Orchid and Black Berries (so long as it does not smell like Tom Ford Black Orchid, because that is quite heinous on me), Strangled on Midsummer's Eve, and The Burning Light.   I love baking but due to my allergies, I only work with gluten and dairy free ingredients these days. While you may not have these issues, is there a baked good you would love receiving even if it is gluten and dairy free? I also only use honey, maple syrup or coconut sugar, but I'm happy to use monk fruit if you'd prefer/need. I love baked goods, and have no qualms about them being gluten/dairy-free. Out of those sweeteners, I would most prefer honey, but I'm not dead set against either of the other ones, if that's what you want/need to use.      I grow a wide variety of herbs, are there any you need for your pantry? I have mugwort (which I can prepare for tea/spice use, bath use or smudge), thyme, winter savory, sage, various mints, rosemary, fennel (leaf and seed), and I'm certain I am forgetting somethings so feel free to ask. I'd love any of the various mints, or whatever you think I'd like.     I do basic embroidery. Is there a simple design or motif you might like? Like bats, spiders, spooky flowers, pumpkins or other such? This will come either in a hoop frame or on a finished hoop (the back is gathered and covered with cardboard) unless you have other needs like an embroidered ribbon or handkerchief.  I love bats, and plants, or a moon and stars. Embroidery is awesome.   and another tea question, is there anything here you might like https://www.fridaytea.com/ ? I will try to remember to check this out when I'm home from work, and get back to you.     for coffee, whole bean or ground and any particular flavor notes you like? Any roasting preferences? Yes I live in coffee snob land and these are real questions. Depending on the quantity, probably either whole bean or super fine grind. Dark berries, full body, caramelly, nutty, or citrus notes?  Probably medium roast-- unless you have a dark roast you really like. I habe poor luck with light and dark roast, rarely finding something I love. Light roast tends to be nearly flavorless, and dark roast often comes to me as road tar or battery acid. Maybe it's my taste buds, and not the coffee... but I had an amazing dark roast black sesame ein spanner once, and it was glorious.         Would you be interested in Halloween playing cards (bicycle brand) or a large Halloween puzzle? No, thank you.     I am also paring down a huge Halloween decor collection is there anything you'd like to inherit?  Bats or spooky plants?     Would you like some organic catnip from my parents garden? Definitely, yes. Mine got fried in a recent UV blast (I think I actually lost a plant), and is currently regrowing.   9/29   Would you be interested in receiving cocoa butter or bentonite clay?  No, thank you.   9/30   So of course, new question since the Weenies just dropped -  what has caught your nose from the full list? As much as I would like to say "every single bat," the ones that sound most like I would love them are Batty Lace, In Night When Colors All to black are Cast, and Air and Sunshine Galore.
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Switch witch 2025 questions   Interested in anything from Cellar Door's Halloween update? Once Bitten or Basic witch soap or candles look yummy, or any of the apple/cider scents.   Anything from Sock Dreams catch your eye? (https://sockdreams.com) I adore sock dreams, any of the knee high stripes, esp the pride flag, marled and harvest lines. I’d also love to try any of the thunder thighs thigh highs because they might actually fit and stay up for once.  I adore the sockwell compression knee highs and can never have enough, esp in colors other than black (m/l). The rainbow snail knee highs are cute, as are the rainbow crochet net tights   I live in France, and we have some great tea here! Most folks know about Mariage Freres but may I suggest Damman Freres? Here's the link- they're still in summer mode, but I assure you, autumnal teas will grace their pages soon! (https://www.dammann.fr/en/)   The oolong Caramel looks fantastic (i love caramel teas but they are hard to find the US. one of my favorite teas is just like a generic lipton caramel black tea from france that I was gifted by a friend and cannot find here at all).  fraise pistache, vanille almande, vanille, highlands breakfast, tea de poetes, 2nd flush assam, sencha tenu, gamnong   New Question   Do you see anything you need from Paintbox Soapworks Weenie Update? New & Limited Edition - 2025 Weenie Collection - Page 1 - Paintbox Soapworks Pumpkin daddy and jack of the woods look intriguing. Scrub or Soap.   New Questions!
Speaking of updates, anything from Haus of Gloi's Fall offerings speak to you? (https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1) Apple milk or little hedgehog hair oil, scrub, or refresher spray. Pumpkin eater and spider silk also sound nice but not sure if I'd get much use out of them.  For GC scents coffee House and Satyr would also be lovely. 

Also, I know we have barely scratched the surface in knowing what the Lab will release for Weenies, but a wishlist couldn't hurt, so what'll it be? Punkie night is always a good choice and bobbing for smut is on my list (I have pumpkin smut & regular smut and love both). Any of the weenie versions of classics like snake oil would be good too.    How do you feel about the pastel Halloween offerings that are out? I actually like them. I am going to decorate my kitchen in pastel Halloween, my patio room with my Halloween tree, and the rest of my house with Vintage style Halloween. I love pastels! Cute pastel rainbow and spooky is my vibe, so definitely a yes for me.    I seem to remember that previous questionnaires asked if you will be away for part of the round. I will be visiting my Aunt in New York from October 22-Nov. 2, so my witch may want to time my packages a little early. If not, my husband will be home to safeguard any packages. Nope, I'll be around the whole time.    I'm one of those crafty sorts that make things. I make things by up cycling sweaters, for example - mittens, slippers, armwarmers (both solid or striped from multiple fabrics ). Could also make a tea cosy with a mat.I make bowls, mats & vessels from rope that I wrap with pretty cloth.So essentially, functional, useful fiberart. What might you like? Long striped armwarmers? A pair of slippers, decadently lined in cashmere?  Fingerless mitts are always wanted! I have chronically cold hands and work with them so having a warm pair of mitts to keep my fingers moving is essential. I live in a fairly warmish climate (my first winter here never dipped below 50, but last year we had snow). I also wouldn't mind leg warmers or a bowl/receptacle for knick-knacks.    Oh bonus question- do you have an amazon wishlist to be sure I don't duplicate a book? I do. I'll add a link in my sig but here it is for now:  https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/12DYTM8OTGJXQ?ref_=wl_share   New Questions Do you have a Halloween Tree?  Do you need ornaments?  I do have a Christmas tree that I decorate spookily for Xmas. It's white iridescent tinsel and I have a bunch of bats and regular ornaments I put on. I don't necessarily need anything for the tree but if you found any spooky themed Hanukah items I'd lose my mind.    Do you have an Etsy wishlist?   I do! I'm trying to update it a bit and remove stuff for old projects.so if you see 4 pages of similar craft items that's what that was about 😅 https://www.etsy.com/people/crescentwench?ref=hdr-fav&tab=items   QUESTIONS! As of this writing, Dragon Con Peach Pit scents have been revealed! Anything on your wishlist? Im not fiending for any of the peach scents. Peach chai hair oil, peach milk oil and peach rock candy linen spray sound pretty good. I'm more into the dragon scents - Bastard Amber Dragon and Capuut Mortem dragon are both right up my alley, and griege dragon has potential to be a winner for me if the sandalwood will behave.  Okay updating now the full dcon list is out, in a sort of vague preference rank-  Bastard Amber Dragon  Caput mortem dragon Griege dragon  Sang de beouf dragon Cerise dragon Tarantula flash Devil flash  Vintage kitty blow molds Hiss & hearse Headless hearseman Pumpkin root beer float Lime green hearse Pumpkin latte Samhain Peach rock candy Pink peach strawberry & candied amber  Peach chai Sugared Peach milk   I am a bit known for my extremely light-weight hand crafted hair falls (I typically make them out of a combination of yarns, batting, and bits of up cycled silks and lace). Would you like one (for a pony tail effect) or two (for a pigtail effect)? If so, name two or three colors and any allergies to fibers I should know about. I probably won't wear these much. I have some that haven't come out in years at this point.    New questions: Do you have use for witchy supplies? Herbs, oils, crystals, etc. If so, what types and for what purpose(s)? Not particularly. I wouldn't mind some tarot cards (I've been drooling over fyodor Pavlov's set for years) or some herbs and oils for kitchen witchery purposes (i.e. cooking) but I don't really do any rituals or formal practice.    Would you be interested in custom artwork, such as a painting? If so, what mood, theme, colors, style, etc. would you be excited to see? If there's a dream, a dnd character, a favorite fairy tale, deity, etc. you'd love it to capture, spill those deets - including anything you wouldn't want (nudity, size restrictions, whatnot). I love artwork!  Favorite styles: art nouveau, cartoon/graphic style (like anime or tattoo art, bright colors and lots of line work), soft & colorful (think impressionist, pastels) Favorite artists: Jiji Knight, John William Waterhouse, Mucha, Monet, malina dowling (voidbug), gawki Favorite subjects: gorgeous curvy ladies, plants & animals, spooky things like ghosts, bats, baba yaga, mythical creatures, pokemon, historical fashion esp 18th century.    1. I'm in Japan, anything specific you would want from here? I'm in love with several of the japan exclusive le creuset items, esp the soup spoons. I also adore Japanese stationary (gel pens, corrector tape, stamps, etc)  and j + k beauty products. I've also been pining for Vivienne Westwood (real or inspired by) jewelry which seems much more prevalent there.    2. I just got back from Mongolia and brought a bunch of small souvenirs, how do you feel about small things from random countries? I love random souvenirs and knicknacks from random countries    3. I make custom ita rosettes/cases (pics here to explain what I mean https://tinyurl.com/mwtwmvfm). Is that something you might be interested in? If so, what type/colors/size/ etcetc I like those! I don't have that type of pin so maybe a hair bow? Or a full rosette I could use for historical costumes would be awesome. My colors are pretty prevalently mentioned in above questions but greens, peaches, springy colors and rainbow/pastel rainbow   * I like making little flower arrangements with fake flowers; would you be interested in a mini bouquet? If so, any seasonal/color scheme requests? Probably not, I hate dusting fake flowers so probably not a great fit for me.    * Feelings on candles/wax melts? I don't mind candles but I only ever use them in the bathroom and never use wax melts.    * Feelings on crocheted wall art/mandalas? Color scheme requests? I'd be down with that. Pastel rainbow or green/peach/pink/yellow springy colors   NEW QUESTIONS!   1) Snorg tees has some hilarious and awesome new shirts. They are also reasonably priced. Please give me 3 of your fav designs and tee size/color if available for a color option. website is snorgtees.com I don't particularly need new t-shirts but I do like these designs.   visit Sark Chasm - green 2xl Fluent in fowl language -  navy 2xl cake or death - black 2xl  2) BloomChic has some pretty fun plus and smaller size halloween fashions. If you so desire, give me your top 3 favs with sizes! website is bloomchic.com not for me. I'm not really into fast fashion or non-natural fibers. \   Jumping in as *I think* the only Australian, is there anything specifically Australian you might like? I think Tim Tams are probably the most commonly coveted/procured goodie I could offer. 
I can't think of anything specific. I don't have strong feelings about tim tams having gone gluten free before having access to any. But if you have such a thing as gluten free jaffa cakes I'd be absolutely floored.    I also have a local tea blender just down the street from me if there is anything from there you might like to try https://teahouse-the-tea-specialty-shop.myshopify.com/?shpxid=5b923712-0d5e-474a-8d56-451b0c319c78 black - caramel cream , vanilla or any of the breakfast varieties   I have a wonderful coffee roaster near me, wood-roasted, small batch, regular and decaf, all roast types. It's so good, I won't buy coffee anywhere else, and I only drink dark roast decaf. IF this sounds good, whats your coffee desire, and beans or grind size?  They are also a FULLY geeked out space with every video and arcade game known. so I would also send a sticker from them, so also include your favorite old 70's-80's cartoons or fandoms. I need the caffeine (see above, adhd) but I prefer lighter roasts and I'd rather have whole bean since I don't drink coffee super often and prefer to grind it fresh. I also love flavored coffees like (i'm sure it's not a surprise at this point) vanilla or caramel.   As far as 70/80s cartoons/fandoms mainly the muppets, monty python, labyrinth, princess bride. I mostly watched PBS and wasn't allowed video games as a kid so I'm mostly familiar with newer stuff despite being born in '82.    I’m dying to knit my Witchee something lovely, as long as it would be appreciated. 
I can’t commit to a big project in the time frame, but socks, a hat, a cowl, arm warmers, or a shawlette for your neck and shoulders could definitely be doable if that would be enjoyed. Just let me know colour preferences, or fibre preferences/allergies.  Oh I would adore handmade socks or arm warmers!! I won't repeat colors again but natural fibers please! Cotton or wool/animal fiber.    I work a 2nd job this time of year at the Michigan Ren Fest.  Is there any Renny thing you covet? I love rennie stuff! My favorite ear threads were from a faire. I could use some kind of cute belt pack/bag that isn't a fanny pack, maybe a leg harness type one? I also love the teacup holsters I've seen. Or just a leather harness I could use to style over street wear dresses.   What is your size in say Tshirts?  Pajamas? I usually wear a 2x tshirt, pjs a 2x or 3x is good. I'd rather have them looser since i can always tailor them to fit if needed.    Do you like Halloween socks?  Any particular style or image/character? I just love socks in general. Ghost or witches, headless horseman, hocus pocus. Anything is great! I definitely prefer knee highs over crew but have big calves so that's a hard ask sometimes. Most retailers don't fit my wide calves but see sockdreams response above for good options. I will wear crew socks but mostly around the house.    I was fortunate enough to be gifted an entire collection of the Flower Letters-Lily Clara series.  It's a story told through beautifully illustrated letters, pictures, diagrams, post cards etc. One snail mail letter at a time.   This one is a story of a entreprenurial woman during the silver rush in the West and a bit of a mystery.  The letters and details are gorgeous.  I've finished reading it, would you like me to pass it along to you, witchee?  Of course it would be in your last box, so I don't give my identity away.... This sounds pretty interesting! I haven't ready a book in ages but this sounds very inspiring artistically, and I've had creative block for a bit now.    I make junk journals and paper crafts.  I would probably have time to make a mini journal or a paper folio type thing.  It would come decorated but with space to write and add your own touch or I could make a folio complete with address labels, stationery, stamps etc. to organize your writing goods.  Would you like to receive one?  My style is generally vintage but I could also do a Halloween one, winter holiday one, shabby chic or something of your suggestion. My ADHD doesn't do well with journals, but some stationary or postcards would be nice.    Snag tights have released their Halloween lines. 
Is there anything there that tempts you? Most of it is sadly not in the us but perhaps you're abroad or have a nacho witch to help. Ones i love are: pumpkin pie and crimson shadow duos (the duos are my favorites, i get so many compliments), coven, nocturne, necropolis, weaver, grimoire, venom mock garters, and the death's head moth ones that are still available on the US site. There's really no wrong answer with snags. They're all fantastic. I usually wear a Short F.    Is there anything you'd like from Lush? I will link to their US site, but obviously different countries have different versions. https://www.lush.com/us/en_us?t=1756607960067 I have a hard time with lush because they often hide floral notes in their scents. Mango Lassi shower gel and Mango Kulfi body conditioner look scrummy,  The alien egg farm shower jelly looks nice, mr. pumpkinface mask, i'd also be interested to try their mascara and eyeliner, pineapple facial wash, turmeric latte lotion bar    almost forgot to answer my own questions 😅 I sew clothing and costume, if you could have any garment made just for you what would it be and what would it look like? You can include reference links/images or just describe it.  I have a few favorite makers listed in my questionnaire but things like DOWK dresses - bright, lots of colors/patterns, puff sleeves, big honkin pockets. I'd love some super comfortable pants I can wear to work that are also bright and fun   Do you enjoy stim toys or other fidgety items? I work near an amazing store called Madam Clutterbuckets Neurodiverse Universe that caters to neuroduvergents as well as employing entirely Neurodiverse staff and supporting lots of ND and disabled artists. I live buying stickers, patches, art fidgets and kicknacks. Would you be interested in anything? Website is here but there's way more in store: https://www.madamclutterbuckets.com/ I do! I have a big problem with skin picking and being fidgety in general. Favorite stim toys at the moment are a marble in a tube of crin that you can push around, and putty. I'd love one of those fidgets with the keyboard keys on them or just things that use resistance while playing to help keep my hand strength up.    I go to Disneyland Paris a few times a month as I have a pass- is there anything I can get for you? There are exclusive enamel Trader Pins, for instance. Of course, all the other types of goodies as well. I don't have anything specific in mind, I don't really collect pins. I can always use more plush, esp if there are harder find merch like stuff for Sword in the Stone or the fairies from Sleeping Beauty. Other disney fav movies include Winnie the pooh, brave, and tangled.    Question...  I have a Daiso opening near me next weekend.  I'm going to the Grand Opening.  Is there anything you want me to be on the lookout for? I've never been to one and they website doesn't give much idea for options but I'd love some new stationary items like gel pens, staple-less stapler, corrector tape, cute post it's. I'm also pretty short in washcloths and would love some cute sanrio or kawaii designs (fav sanrio characters are pompompurin, gudetama, and agrretsuko, but I also like many of the others). I'd also love some cute blind boxes if that's a thing they have.    I'll be placing a Nocturne Alchemy order asap, anything from the Halloween update catch your attention? Everything seems to be too foody or floral for me.    *Would you be interested in a handwritten book, filled with things about some of your favorite things, birthday lore, recipes, pretty pictures, stories, quotes, etc.? That sounds like it could be fun!    *Is there anything you absolutely DO NOT want, that hasn't come up elsewhere?  This could be anything from "please, no more plush unicorns, I am drowning!" to "I have tropophobia." I feel like I've been pretty clear about things I don't want, but I'm not sure if I've mentioned no floral foods. I prefer to keep my potpourri and my food separate (and the potpourri outside where it belongs). I don't technically have tryptophobia but I'm not a big fan either.    *If I were to send you a physical book, are there any genres/themes/authors you'd prefer not to encounter? Not really into the Outlander series, or ole JK Rowling and her nonsense. As for genres/themes just keep it light and entertaining. Nothing scary or really dark/intense.    Is there a charity you would like me to donate to in your name? Anything that supports trans and queer youth, especially in the south/midwest.     If I could make you my fudge (not currently selling it, btw, but willing to make for SW witching, nacho witching, etc!), which of these flavors makes you 🤤 : Chocolate & Peanut butter, white chocolate berry, plain chocolate with or without nuts, Old fashioned penuche with or without nuts, peanut butter fudge, Chocolate with montmorency cherries, pumpkin pie fudge. Also possibly taking special flavor requests. I'm weirdly not that into fudge, despite loving chocolate. It's always way too sweet for me. Montmorency cherries do sound tempting because dark chocolate and cherry or raspberry is a favorite combo of mine. Basically if you can make it dark, and not overly sweet I'd definitely eat it, I'm just hesitant because I've yet to find a fudge I like. But according to our other switch participants yours is amazing so maybe it's the magical one I'll adore.    anything from Dryad teas pique your interest? https://dryadtea.com/collections/all-tea I'd love a little bat tea pet, one of the ghost dangle steepers, or the little ginko cloud tea bag rest. I love their blends and have a huge list of want to trys - mainly black teas or green teas, esp their new matchas. Green eyed sue, Hymn to hyrne, persephone's pomegranate, rogue's blade, sunrise chai, xavier quinn, japanese gyokuro, scoundrel's mark,  for reference I currently have and like - awaken, bite me, stay safe/stay awake, dragonside tavern, assam.    Poesie Tea - what would you like? website is poesieperfume.com For smells Kindness & mischief lola like it was practically made for me. Persephone rising also looks interesting (Persephone is close to my heart), for tea Chestnut, lehevir degage, ooh la la, releve   I do canning and make lots of tasty condiments.  Would you like to try some? Give me some flavor ideas.  How do you feel about peach?  Rhubarb? Tomato? Spicy or sweet?  Spicy and sweet? Raspberry and strawberry are my favorite jams, followed by apricot or pineapple. I love sweet jams and garlicky dilly pickles but spice level is maximum slightly above zero white and people friendly sadly, maybe 3/10. I'm not big on salsa unless it's the avocado/tomatillo variety. No rhubarb please. I use a lot of Asian sauces/spices so some chutneys or homemade hoisin would be fantastic.    Would you enjoy overtly Australian things in your gift? Like indigenous spice blends, or Vegemite, I already mentioned Tim Tams, but there are lots of other fun things I could send.  Also, if I were to include chocolate in your gift, would it be milk, dark, or white? Or is all chocolate good chocolate? Indigenous spice blends sounds like fun, esp if you included a recipe to use them for. As far as Australian things the main Australian thing I'm obsessed with is Dame Edna. I saw her on PBS as a kid and no one here has any idea what I'm talking about when I mention her. I lucked into a 3 disc det of the Dame Edna experience at a thrift here but otherwise my collection is not existent. My car is named for her and I just adore everything about her.   For chocolate, dark is the absolute pinnacle of joy. Milk is allowable provided it is very good quality, and milk is only allowed if it's Cadbury's Dairy Milk otherwise it's an unforgiveable affront.    Is there anything here that appeals? https://www.erstwilder.com/ I adore Erstwilder and have zero pieces from them yet. It's come up in a few swaps that i've done and I always drool over everything. I'm not really into the enamel as much as the acrylic pieces. From the Halloween Collection: any of the Just Gourdeous pieces, warts and all brooch, macabre memento brooch, going batty brooch, cozy coffin brooch, captivating potion brooch, poison apple or pumpkin drop earrings.  From the other collections Strawflowers necklace, Ruby the stag beetle earrings, jane austen book club brooch, cal the giant squid necklace, ruby throated hummingbird earrings or necklace, rowdy rattlesnake, free kisses brooch, ticket to ride brooch, polka dot bow earrings, anything strawberry shortcake or lemon meringue, anything pride related, anything ocean related esp squid, sharks, rock lobster earrings, parrotfish earrings, jellyfish drops, seafarer brooch. Anything floral, the entire tea collection though i love the jammy dodger and fancy a cuppa earrings the most, with spill the tea and a biscuit or three following up. Honestly, I'd say skip any non-halloween holiday related items but otherwise I'd be absolutely thrilled to get any of their pieces.    Are you interested in having some of this year's homemade peach jam? Peach isn't a top flavor for me but I'm sure homemade would be much better than i've ever had before and i do love jam on toast.    Do you like bracelets?   Can you wear soft stretchy polyester ones, like zox?  (zox.co)   If so, what size would you prefer?   (s / m / l) I like bracelets but rarely end up wearing them. I wear my smart watch and that's about all the sensory input I can handle on my wrists.    Do you need any supplies or notions for any of your hobbies? Need, not particularly. I could use some more sewing thread - I had a big collection of inherited thread that was starting to dry rot so I pitched it when I moved but I haven't got round to ordering some more from WAWAK yet. I could also use some more silamide hand sewing thread. As far as wants, I'm always on the look out for pretty vintage laces and trims, vintage embroidered table linens and linen materials in general.    Do you like plushies, like Squishables? I absolutely do. I might have a small squishmallow/plush problem 😅 I collect ocean themes, forest/cottage core, and I've been adding in pokemon and sanrio items.   Do you like caramels?   We have a local caramel maker who vends at our farmers markets.  Any of these flavors sound good?  https://jonboycaramels.com/collections/buy I do! my favorite are apple cider caramels, but of those options probably Whisky or Fleur de sel.    My son makes mead, would you like to try a sample? I don't drink much but I'd enjoy a little taster.    We made rose petal liqueur and lavender vanilla liqueur; are you interested in having a sample of either? No thank you, see aforementioned feelings on flowers in my food.    Is there anything specifically Pacific Northwest or Seattle themed that you would like?   I can't think of anything off hand. I do love a good lighter roast coffee. The only other thing I could think of would be some local lox but I can't imagine those would ship well. 🤔   Maeve Chocolate (formerly Seattle Chocolates) has "seconds" bags; are you interested in some imperfect chocolates?  Which flavors?   https://maevechocolate.com/collections/truffle-chocolate-bars? I'd love some, these look amazing. Ranier Cherry, Sip Sip Hooray, Hungry Blackberry, Salted Toffee crackle. honorable mentions to block party brownie, pike place espresso and nuts for fruit.    Trader Joes is getting their seasonal things in.  If you don't have a TJ's by you, is there anything you want?  https://www.traderjoes.com/home/discover/stories/fall-products-2025 I work like 1/2 a mile from TJs but haven't managed to get there lately, the parking is a disaster and it's really stressful. That said, I really love their GF madeleines and Everything bagels. I usually buy a lot of frozen foods, and snack foods like the little rice mochi stars and bombas. As for fall stuff, I'm more of an apple person than pumpkin these days.    Wyrding Studios just posted a new update. Do any of these appeal to you, witchee? https://wyrdingstudios.com/collections/in-the-waiting-woods I really like the leaf and star earrings, and the dainty leaf and vine necklace.    Tis the season for planner people. Are you one? If so what is your planner poison of choice and do you need/want supplies and if so, what type do you want? I wish I was but realistically everything just goes on my phone calendar because I always have my phone. Planners have a way of going missing or getting left places or I just forget to put things in them all together. The only one to tempt me recently is the hobinici but I know i won't end up using it.     Do you feel like you need some leggings, dearest witchee? https://shopnatopia.com/collections/halloween-25
I like the batty design, but I find it doesn't get cold enough here for me to wear tights most of the time let alone leggings under my dresses, so i fear these would sit on my shelf.    Dearest Witchee, I'll be in London shortly- anything specifically British you'd enjoy? This could be marmalade or tea or Marmite or gothy clothing or a Union Jack something or other. Literally anything- name it! Oh gosh. So many things!! Any gf British treats like shortbread or biscuits, tea, maybe a jelly cat or taskmaster memorabilia? Honestly anything would be lovely   question, relevant to the above note: Do you prefer things to be individually wrapped so you can open them when you need a boost, or is putting them in one box unwrapped okay? I've only done the 13 nights-type swaps before, where that was a given, and I find it fun. I'm happy with either! It's fun to do several packages with instructions or just a free for all. It's up to you dear Witch.    Dearest witchee, is there anything here that catches your eye? https://ateliercoco-store.com/en-au ugh, another one where I love everything. Brain skull and halloween cupcake designs are great, I'd probably wear earrings the most. I also love the candy hearts, eating eyeballs, the jellyfish earrings (esp the pink ribbons),  and the popsicle hair clips   Interested in any of these? Halloween 2025 – Witch Baby Soap ghost girl soap, pistachio and pumpkin hand salve   or here? MoonaLisa: A Supernatural Clean – MooScents Hmm...Dusting powder or hydrating mister, I would also love detangler but it looks sold out. Scents that appeal are brazilian mango lime smoothie, coconut pudding with grilled pineapple, earth, lemon sugar, tikki room paradise   There are artists that sell tattoo passes, so that you can legitimately have their work tattooed. Is there anyone that you would potentially like such a pass for? I probably sound like a broken record but Jiji Knight, hands down. https://jijidraws.com/ Ive had my eye on getting one of her sassy mermaids (too cute for your shit or fuck your diets) on my arm, but I also love the boba girls, and some of the more goth designs.    Obvious question of whether you would like anything from the new Lunacy update (Black Butterfly Moon, etc.)?  on talking, burning light, maraschino cherry perhaps? This is a very floral heavy release so it's slim pickings for me.    Dearest Witchee, I asked a question about Erstwilder before, but they’ve just expanded their Halloween collection, so if you wanted to have a second look that might be fun.  I love the sandworm design   Witchee, would you be interested in a kit to make something yourself?  Like a kit to dye your own scarf, or make beeswax candles, or make a small embroidered ornament, etc.?  Would you like to receive such a kit, or do you not have the time/inclination for it? I do not need any new hobbies 😅😅 I have too many project already, even though i love to learn new techniques I think this is probably not a good thing for me.    I love baking but due to my allergies, I only work with gluten and dairy free ingredients these days. While you may not have these issues, is there a baked good you would love receiving even if it is gluten and dairy free? I also only use honey, maple syrup or coconut sugar, but I'm happy to use monk fruit if you'd prefer/need. I have to eat gluten free so that's much appreciated but i can still eat butter and sugar and prefer my gluten free goods with those things most of the time because I have diet food trauma and a sensitive palate i.e. I can tell if you use monkfruit or coconut sugar or coconut oil. If i'm eating gluten free shortbread I want it to taste as much like real shortbread as possible, so I don't fee like i'm being punished. To give you an idea my mom used to give us carob and gaslight us that it was actually chocolate, and that was one of the less awful ones.    I grow a wide variety of herbs, are there any you need for your pantry? I have mugwort (which I can prepare for tea/spice use, bath use or smudge), thyme, winter savory, sage, various mints, rosemary, fennel (leaf and seed), and I'm certain I am forgetting somethings so feel free to ask. Thyme, rosemary or sage would be lovely. I've never used winter savory but I'd be interested in trying it out.    I do basic embroidery. Is there a simple design or motif you might like? Like bats, spiders, spooky flowers, pumpkins or other such? This will come either in a hoop frame or on a finished hoop (the back is gathered and covered with cardboard) unless you have other needs like an embroidered ribbon or handkerchief.  Bats, leaves, mushrooms are good, anything cute and spooky - I'd love a pair of embroidered ribbons to use for 18th century garters (you can google search to see ideas, there are infinite variations) , or a hankie.    and another tea question, is there anything here you might like https://www.fridaytea.com/ ? french cookie, badger's burrow, irish breakfast, pirate king, tulsi di leche,    for coffee, whole bean or ground and any particular flavor notes you like? Any roasting preferences? Yes I live in coffee snob land and these are real questions. light roast, ground (i don't own a grinder) and typically do pour over, flavor notes the same I like for tea, caramel, vanilla, toffee, warm sweet notes.    Would you be interested in Halloween playing cards (bicycle brand) or a large Halloween puzzle? If i had more space for such things but I'm at capacity for now.    I am also paring down a huge Halloween decor collection is there anything you'd like to inherit?  I'm good thank you.    Would you like some organic catnip from my parents garden? I have no cats, so need no catnip.    Would you be interested in receiving cocoa butter or bentonite clay?  Sure! Both are good for natural skincare ☺️    So of course, new question since the Weenies just dropped - what has caught your nose from the full list? Definitely Batty lace and batty snake oil!  The hag Creeping by daylight  Shadowed veil hairgloss Type AB beard oil Yipe linen spray The witches hairgloss Porcelain bat Headless hearseman Brand ied pumpkin 
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Timey-Wimey

On my latest “Looking Back on Genre History” segment on the StarShipSofa podcast (Episode 762), I talk about Doctor Who, history, time travel, and the new Who novel Shirley Jackson and the Chaos Box by Kalynn Bayron. StarShipSofa 762 Gustavo Bondini
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“Exploring Star Trek” in Fall 2025

“Exploring Star Trek” in Fall 2025 I’m excited to say that in Fall 2025 I will be offering the 12-week online class “Exploring Star Trek” for M.A. students and non-degree-seeking auditors alike at Signum University. I’m delighted to be teaching this course once again! Exploring Star Trek - Signum University
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Join me in Panem starting in September 2025!

Signum University — Blackberry Join me in SPACE (Signum Portals for Adult Continuing Education) online via Signum University! What lessons do the Capitol and Districts have to teach us? What warnings should we heed? What road leads from here to Panem? Over the course of five months, participants in these SPACE modules will read and discuss a modern classic of dystopian storytelling, The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. In this hybrid series, each week will include one lecture and one live discussion. The lectures will examine the inspirations behind, allusions in, and questions posed by that month’s novel. In live discussions, participants will share their insights on, interpretations of, and reactions to the story. Together we will consider why this series has spoken to so many readers and explore how its messages remain relevant today.
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On Edge!

StarShipSofa 760 Libby Cudmore On my latest “Looking Back on Genre History” segment on the StarShipSofa (Episode 760), I discuss Ashley Lawson’s new book On Edge: Gender and Genre in the Work of Shirley Jackson, Patricia Highsmith, and Leigh Brackett.
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Help launch Hangsaman!

My “Hangsaman by Shirley Jackson: Exploring a Gothic Campus Mystery” one-month module with SPACE (Signum Portals for Adult Continuing Education) online via Signum University is currently “on the launchpad” for potential launch in the autumn of 2025. Here is the official description: “Shirley Jackson is rightly celebrated as a master of Gothic storytelling thanks to her most well-known novels such as The Haunting of Hill House (1959) and We Have Always Lived in the Castle (1962). In recent years, however, her earlier novel Hangsaman (1951) has received new attention and critical appreciation from fans and scholars alike.

"Far ahead of its time when it was published, Jackson’s deeply personal Hangsaman is many things: a psychological study of a young woman’s coming of age; a haunting Gothic mystery; a pointed critique of gender roles, family dynamics, and higher education; a meditation on trauma and mental illness; and an ancestor of today’s dark academia storytelling. Shirley Jackson drew inspiration from a variety of sources to craft this remarkable campus novel, from folk ballads and the Tarot, myth and ritual, to a real college campus and an unsolved New England cold case of a missing sophomore student.

"In this module, we will unpack this gem of a Gothic story, following freshman Natalie Waite as she searches for her “essential self” and discussing why Hangsaman feels freshly relevant and important to many readers today.” Here is more information on the Hangsaman module. To help launch this module, please go here, log in, and put this module on your launchpad short-list. Thanks!
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Will you join me in Panem?

My “The Hunger Games” module with SPACE (Signum Portals for Adult Continuing Education) online via Signum University is currently a candidate for September 2025. This is a proposed first module of five, one for each of the five Hunger Games novels by Suzanne Collins. Each week will include one recorded lecture and one live discussion section. Voting runs through August 1. I hope you will join us as we explore the lessons we may learn from Panem. May the odds be ever in our favor! More information is here.
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Join me in June 2025!

June is almost here! Next month I will be offering my month-long “Meet The Last Man” module with SPACE (Signum Portals for Adult Continuing Education) online via Signum University. Mary Shelley’s novel is one of the most relevant books we can read right now, and I can’t wait to discuss it with students! Watch the teaser here: More information is available here. ALT
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“In particular, the researchers focused on a concept called ‘identification with all humanity.’ This…

Science fiction may help foster a sense of global solidarity by evoking awe, study finds “In particular, the researchers focused on a concept called ‘identification with all humanity.’ This refers to how much individuals feel connected to all people, regardless of nationality, race, or background. It reflects a broad, inclusive identity that supports concern for others around the globe. Previous studies have linked this identification to prosocial behaviors such as donating to international causes, supporting refugees, and caring about the environment. The authors theorized that science fiction, with its imaginative worlds and frequent focus on humanity’s shared future, might encourage people to adopt this global perspective.”
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The Dystopian Tradition

My graduate course on the Dystopian Tradition will be offered again this summer online at Signum University if there’s sufficient interest. I hope the class will make, because it seems more relevant than ever. ALT The Dystopian Tradition - Signum University
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Meet The Last Man!

I’m delighted to say that it’s back! My month-long “Meet The Last Man” module with SPACE (Signum Portals for Adult Continuing Education) online via Signum University is currently up for candidacy for June 2025. Voting is open through May 1. Those who sign up will have a voice in the scheduling of the live discussion sessions. Mary Shelley’s novel The Last Man is one of the most relevant books we can read right now, and I’m really looking forward to exploring it with students! Here is more information.
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