Interested in anything from Cellar Door's Halloween update?
I'm loyal to Paintbox Soapworks lol.
Anything from Sock Dreams catch your eye? (https://sockdreams.com)
YES! Pointelle Scrunch Top Knee Socks in grey, Knockout Bouquet Bamboo Crew in ivory/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/)
Oohhh, a lot looks good, especially the earl grey. I love black teas, matcha, and lavender sleepytime blends. Looseleaf preferably, I'm trying to not add anymore microplastics to my brain.
Do you see anything you need from Paintbox Soapworks Weenie Update? New & Limited Edition - 2025 Weenie Collection - Page 1 - Paintbox Soapworks
I love their sugar scrubs and I'm always in need of some. Jack Of The Woods, Fairytale and Dead Leaves on the Dirty Ground.
Speaking of updates, anything from Haus of Gloi's Fall offerings speak to you? (https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1)
Nothing is jumping out at me.
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'm mostly looking forward to the BPTP weenie offerings, I'd love to see some bath oils, hair glosses, candles and more!
How do you feel about the pastel Halloween offerings that are out? Not my cup of tea.
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? Unfortunately I live in Hell so not much opportunity for cold weather clothing but slippers would be welcome! I wear a size 7.5 to 8.
do you have an amazon wishlist to be sure I don't duplicate a book?
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3T9VTS2MR0E89?ref_=wl_share
Do you have a Halloween Tree? Do you need ornaments? I don't have a Halloween tree.
Do you have an Etsy wishlist? Nope.
As of this writing, Dragon Con Peach Pit scents have been revealed! Anything on your wishlist? I was peeping these White Peach Fougere Hair Gloss, BASTARD-AMBER DRAGON polish, and GLAUCOUS DRAGON polish.
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. Yes, my hair is shoulder length now and I'l love a vampy look. Red, Black and creme.
Do you have use for witchy supplies? Herbs, oils, crystals, etc. If so, what types and for what purpose(s)? No thank you.
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'd love a small painting of my long lost kitty if possible.
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 answered above but I'm always down to try out a hair gloss or claw polish.
I'm in Japan, anything specific you would want from here? Oooohh, probably a nice matcha powder and this book I've been coveting but is a million dollars in the US, Santa Lilio Sangre Hard cover Art Book 2010 Kojima Ayami Akai Yuri Japan.
I just got back from Mongolia and brought a bunch of small souvenirs, how do you feel about small things from random countries? Sadly I am all trinketed out in my small apartment.
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. I don't have an ita bag so probably not.
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. I have wayyy to many tshirts, unless its a BPAL one of course.
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 have wayyy to many tshirts, unless its a BPAL one of course.
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, a little vampy one would be cute.
Feelings on candles/wax melts? I don't need any candles but I do need wax melts.
Feelings on crocheted wall art/ Color scheme requests? Something small and black, maybe a bat?
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've never tired Australian food so anything would be a welcomed curiosity.
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/ This place looks sooo cute, Organic Goodnite Sweetheart - bedtime blend and Black - Organic Earl Grey.
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 currently have a Nespresso machine original line, I have refillable pods that I fill with pre-ground medium roast espresso.
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! I prefer natural fiber if possible, open to black, grey or fall colors.
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. A corset or small stays would be a dream. I have a giant ribcage and tiny titties which makes finding one that fits me difficult.
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/ No thank you.
What is your size in say Tshirts? Pajamas? Medium in both tops and bottoms.
Do you like Halloween socks? Any particular style or image/character? Yes, I love bats.
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? This sounds like fun!
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. Yes! A little vampire journal would be amazing!
Snag tights have released their Halloween lines. Is there anything there that tempts you? https://snagtights.us/collections/halloween No thank you.
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 No thank you.
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!!! Late bird gets no Dragoncon.
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? Yessss, BASTARD-AMBER DRAGON polish, and GLAUCOUS DRAGON.
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? Nothing in particular!
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 ) No thank you!
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.? This sounds awesome, yes!
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 do have trypophobia lol, I also HATE glitter unless its biodegradable, and nothing from ALDI please.
If I were to send you a physical book, are there any genres/themes/authors you'd prefer not to encounter? To be honest I haven't read much since high school. I really like to collect classics for decorating and then listen to them as an audiobook. I do like lore books with lots of pictures lol.
Is there a charity you would like me to donate to in your name? I don't know enough about charities to know which one you can trust with your money.
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. OOOOHHHHH, peanut butter or pumpkin pie.
anything from Dryad teas pique your interest? https://dryadtea.com/collections/all-tea Chai Matcha and Count Cicso's Earl Grey look good.
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? Ooooohhh, I'm pretty open but peach sure does sound nice.
Poesie Tea - what would you like? poesieperfume.com London Smoke & Fog Loose Leaf Tea or Poesie Loose Leaf Tea Discovery Set.
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? Ooohhh, spice mixes would be good. I cook a lot of chicken and salmon. I am good on chocolate currently!
Is there anything here that appeals? https://www.erstwilder.com/ Very cute but not my style.
Are you interested in having some of this year's homemade peach jam? Yeeesssss.
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 thank you.
Do you need any supplies or notions for any of your hobbies? Baking additions would be nice! Spices or flavored sugars.
Do you like plushies, like Squishables? No thank you.
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 Fleur de Sel Caramels look amazing.
My son makes mead, would you like to try a sample? No thank you.
We made rose petal liqueur and lavender vanilla liqueur; are you interested in having a sample of either? Lavender Vanilla Liqueur is sooo up my alley.
Is there anything specifically Pacific Northwest or Seattle themed that you would like? Nothing specifically comes to mind.
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 have too much chocolate already.
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 Ghosts & Bats Fruit Leather Chains, Pumpkin Bread Mix, Vanilla Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee, La Colombe Pumpkin Spice
Draft Latte, Pumpkin Ultra Moisturizing Hand Cream, and Bourbon Vanilla Beans all look good.
Wyrding Studios just posted a new update. Do any of these appeal to you, witchee? https://wyrdingstudios.com/collections/in-the-waiting-woods Very pretty stuff, but no thank you.
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? Sadly every planner I buy goes unused.
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!
Gothy clothing, or London Fog tea from London!
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? Wrapped is more fun!
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
Nothing jumps out at me.
Dearest witchee, is there anything here that catches your eye? https://ateliercoco-store.com/en-au
Very cute stuff but not my style.
Interested in any of these? Halloween 2025 – Witch Baby Soap or here MoonaLisa: A Supernatural Clean I would be interested in MoonaLisa Halloween bath and body products but it looks like the update hasn't hit yet.
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? This sounds cool but I don't get tattoos so 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/ Nothing jumps out at me but I wish add my bpal wishlist here. https://blackphoenixalchemylab.com/wishlist/92E61D/
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. Yes, I'd appreciate anything just prefer honey and coconut sugar over monkfruit as a sweetener.
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. Absolutely, I could find a use for anything but rosemary and sage would get used the most.
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 ribbon with a bat would be wonderful, I could tie my hair up with it.
and another tea question, is there anything here you might like https://www.fridaytea.com/ ?
Dorian Gray, Lavender Earl Grey, Libra all sound lovely.
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. I am all stocked up on coffee unfortunately.
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? I have no more room for Halloween decor.
Would you like some organic catnip from my parents garden? Yes!
So of course, new question since the Weenies just dropped - what has caught your nose from the full list? I would love some BPAL weenies, especially decants of these Caramel Apple Cookie 2025 Hair Gloss, Pumpkin Brioche French Toast Hair Gloss, Pink Pumpkin Floss Lotion, Air and Sunshine Galore Home & Linen Spray, A Recurrent Spot Perfume Oil,
Autumn Overlooked my Knitting 2025 Perfume Oil, Brandied Pumpkin Perfume Oil, The Witches 2025 Perfume Oil and The Witches 2025 Perfume Oil.
Adagio's Wicked Teas are back out (https://www.adagio.com/signature_blend/wicked_teas.html) - any interest in any of them? No thank you!
So my aunt is in the hospital after suffering a stroke this weekend ☹️ and I'll be visiting her a lot for the foreseeable future. I'll be driving past a Penzeys store each time. Is there anything you might want from Penzeys (https://www.penzeys.com/)? Nothing jumps out at me.
Cellar Door just posted their Halloween goodies - I love their scents, soaps and candles - which of these might you fancy?
Sadly nothing really jumps out to me.
If you'd like handmade knit items, are you good with soft wools or do you prefer acrylic only?
While I prefer the idea of natural fibers I live in FL so whatever is coolest lol.
Are there any items you'd love for fall/halloweenie? (Ie mittens, hat, fingerless mitts, cowl, legwarmers)
Because I live in the ever heating already hot state of swampland I think the only thing I could mange is a pair of socks with out bursting into flames.
Anyone fancying the new Paintbox Soapworks or Witch Baby Soap Halloween launches?
I have really enjoyed Paintbox Soapworks products, as a huge Beeswax fan Cathedral of Pumpkins sound amazing in either streusel or sorbetto. I'd also be happy with Guy Fawkes wax melts or hot process soap, September hot process soap or sorbetto, What The Moon Brings Wax Melts. For Witch Baby Soapworks Antique Honey Gold Finish Candle Snuffer looks so pretty!
Would you be interested in an adult Halloween coloring book? I recently backed on kickstarter for one by a local gothic art market near me and it's due in during the swap period.
I already own one that gets neglected, poor thing.
What are some OCYL brands you've been wanting to dabble in?
I have been hesitant to try new OCYL because my BPAL obsession is severe enough but I would love to try more of BPALs collaboration scents like the Two Ritualcravt Hair Glosses and A Very Mütter Holiday.
I am working on making bath bombs. Would you be willing to try my creations? Sadly my bits are too sensitive for bath bombs.
How about wax tarts? Absolutely! I run a wax warmer 24/7.
What type of scents do you favor? I really like atmospheric scents, please see my signature links for note preferences.
What kinds of home smell good things do you like? (I.e. incense, candles, wax melts, felt scent balls, essential oils, linen spray) I like candles, wax melts and linen spray.
Would you like anything from the bath and bodyworks Halloween line? I picked up a lot from this line but still find things to covet, WICKED VANILLA WOODS
Wallflowers Fragrance Refill, PUMPKIN CARVING Wallflowers Fragrance Refill, PURRFECT PUMPKIN Gentle Foaming Hand Soap and LIGHT-UP GHOST & BAT VISOR CLIP Car Fragrance Holder.
Do you have any interest in spooky squishmallows? YES, looking at the sneak peek for this years Halloween squishmallows, I would LOVE any of these, the gargoyle, skeleton, plague doctor, the coffin, tombstone and the grim reaper.
And would you enjoy spooky stationary? I do, I don't always use it but I love collecting it.
I know a lot of us are witchy and have deeply held beliefs about the materials we use as part of our practice. If you're one of those individuals, are there certain herbs, crystals, etc that you do not want to receive? I I am not witchy but I'd love some food grade lavender or butterfly pea flower.
When you have a distinct preference for one holiday over another, What are some crossover items that actually work for both?
I use ravens, leaves and pumpkins for both fall and Halloween. I also use phantoms for both Halloween and Christmas, think ghost of Christmas yet to come/future.
One question (that is actually several questions) -- Local honey? Infused/flavored honey? Local infused/flavored honey with Southwest notes (jalapeno, other pepper, mesquite, acacia)?
I love local honey! I am a wimp for spice though, maybe a lavender infused honey would be more up my alley.
Does anything from JiJi Knight spark your interest? https://jijiknight.com/
Nothing for me.
Any spooky/weenie DVDs you're missing and would like in your collection? NMBC? the Crow? An old Hammer film? Dark Shadows? The Omen? Sleepy Hallow?...?
I can't remember the last time I used a DVD so no thank you.
Dang (or good!), another serious question -- Shampoo and/or conditioner bars and if so, for what type of hair (dry, fine, oily, curly, normal)?
I have always wanted to try these, I have fine wavy hair.
I just got the email that the Ectogasm Halloween Collection is live. Does anything interest you? https://www.ectogasm.net/collections/halloween
No thank you, I don't really wear pins.
On a scale from Paprika Is a Heatwave to Let Me Eat a Peck of Pickled Ghost Chiles, how spicy is too spicy, and how spicy is just right?
I'm normally a mild kinda girl, mild salsa, mild tikka and mild pad thai, Forgive me, I was raised by two slices of white bread.
I make lightweight hairfalls- would you be interested in some? Either to incorporate into a costume or just for your own year-round use? If so, name your colors and preferred length, and if you have any fiber allergies you want me to take note of!
I did some browsing of hair falls and I really liked the small braided or just brushed out texture, colors of auburn, pumpkin and ox blood would be my preference for color and in a natural fiber. My hair is chest length currently.
If I were to make you a set of arm warmers/ fingerless mitts, what color(s) & style? short and sturdy. I wore throught the palms of about 2 pairs of wool fingerless gloves last winter at work. wrist length works best but elbow would be fine too.
Options-
Long or short? prefer short but either
Solid - one fabric - I'd prefer solid over stripes but mostly because more seams equals more tear points or places to catch them on things like boxes.
Stripes- bands of colors sewn together- like fun black & red, black & purple etc. I currently have some nice cashmeres.
Yes to fingerless mitts, more lightweight fabric options as its really hot where I live, I really like patchwork stuff like ashobsequies on Instagram.
Homemade canned and baked and concocted goodies? Any aversions? If I could make you some of my fudge, what would you prefer?
Absolutely, some peanut butter fudge would be amazing. I'd also be down for sweet baked goods.
Are you open to trying different indie perfume houses if I find a scent that I think you'd enjoy?
I can only handle one indie addiction so BPAL only please lol.
I love making stickers!! If I could design you some stickers, what would you love to have? It could be halloween themed or not! My art style is a bit simplistic, cartoony, and cutesy, I usually draw fairies but last year I did a swap on reddit and made someone a bunch of halloween dog stickers lol. (Sidenote: They probably won't be waterproof, but they're glossy vinyl!)
I would love some gothic Halloween sticker, bats, candlesticks and phantoms.
I've got a bunch of small round labels perfect for bpal 5ml label lid art! Name your top 5-10 scents that you'd love to have lid art made for! Just as a fun little extra in your package if desired (Could also work for other companies with lids just like the BPAL bottles)
No Thank you, I like my bottles nekked.
I'm going to Disneyworld in late September! I'll be going to all four parks and attending both the Not-So-Scary Halloween Bash and Epcot's Food and Wine Festival. Is there ANYTHING from Disney that you would like? Is there something you collect that perhaps you'd enjoy a Disney version of (tea, socks, enamel pins, plushies etc etc etc)???
No thank you.
Would you like any decor from Say Target, Homewood, or William and Sonoma?
I would love anything from Target's Threshold Halloween line.
I am going to Dragon Con for the first time! Which of these BPALs do you want? https://us4.campaign-archive.com/?u=50266fc02a3b75767125e0ed2&id=9bf4d797e8
I would love to try PEACH GLAZED DONUT WITH MANGO CHUNKS and POMEGRANATE PEACH MARTINI.
Would you be interested in a bag like we sell in our etsy shop? https://twinklentwilight.etsy.com
- if so, but you don't see fabric you like maybe link to some photos of fabric you like?
- we can do small box bags or pencil / cosmetic / notions type bags too. or with a drawstring on top instead of a zipper.
- you don't HAVE to use them just for knitting/crochet, you can use them for cross stitch or even not as project bags.
No thank you, I have too many bags and pouches already.
If you are a yarnie, are you interested in a ceramic yarn bowl? I have an extra Harry Potter (I know, I know) one from Lennymud that I bought before the whole JKR debacle and it didn't profit her in any form anyway. I believe it's Gryffindor themed.
Not a yarnie.
If you are a yarnie, I'd love to gift some yarn from my stash so give me an idea of colors / weight / material / yardage you'd like.
Not a yarnie.
Are you interested in trying some of our "thunder butter"? It's like tiger balm or icy hot, but with herbs, beeswax, cayenne or ghost pepper, menthol, wintergreen.
cbd version or no?
Yes, if there is a no pepper option.
I need to inventory our canned goods but do you like things like peach jam, cardamom plum jam, peach butter, plum butter, pickles, applesauce with nothing added, applesauce with red hots, dried apples or pears, bread and butter pickles, dill pickles, blackberry jam, huckleberry jam, candied jalapenos?
Umm hells to the yeah to peach jam, peach butter, plum butter, plain applesauce, and dill pickles would all be amazing.
Any interest in things from our garden like dried mint, catnip, lavender, rose petals, dill weed or dill seeds, sage, rue, mugwort, rosemary?
I would love some lavender.
How about alcoholic things like rose petal liqueur, lavender vanilla bean liqueur, various flavors of mead (chocolate orange, strawberry mango, whatever my son is making)?
Lavender vanilla bean and strawberry mango, omggg.
Pumpkin bread or zucchini bread? How about blueberry zucchini bread with a lemon glaze?
Pumpkin bread is welcomed.
I make specialty simple syrups. You can use them in teas or cocktails (and desserts). How do you feel about a Hibiscus simple syrup? I use 2 ounce bottles for these so its just a fun amount.
Yes!
Would you like to receive a 2D collage art piece? What overall vibe would you be into? (spooky, autumnal, whimsical, eerie, lovely, occult, bizarre, smutty etc.?)
Sure!, my aesthetic is spooky gothic victorian.
Do you like rocks/gemstone jewelry? Prefer polished/smooth rocks or raw/rough? Any favorite stones, rocks, colors that you'd like?
No, thank you.
Any interest in the August releases that got announced today? https://blackphoenixalchemylab.com/product-tag/august-2022/
I would love to try Butternut Squash, Patchouli, and Green Fig, Columns of the Temple of Neptune at Paestum, Forge of Vulcan, Lavender Buttercream and ESPECIALLY Ceres!
Luvmilks seasonal goodies are out! What scents and formats appeal to you, my little pumpkin?
It says she is on vacay until Oct 1st so might be too tight timewise.
Would you like a Pyrex 4-cup Nightmare Before Christmas bowl with lid? (Can also get Starwars and various Disney ones.)
No thank you, I prefer non-licensed décor personally.
August Tea's fall sale starts tomorrow, 20% off everything on the site with code FALL20. Is there anything you would like to try, my Pumpkin? https://august.la/
Yes, PSYCHOCANDY, PASSAGE, and SILENT NIGHT all look good.
I've recently taken up embroidery, would you like a small (I embroider on 4" hoops) embroidered piece? What sort of design would you like?
Something vampy.
Do you wear nail polish, and if so, would you like some? What colors or finishes?
I do! I would love some BPAL polishes or Death Valley Polishes and even Halo Taco. I love muted, moody colors, cremes, metallic. My dislikes are neon and glitter polishes. I already own Laura, The Intangibles, Shadow Moon, Technical Boy and Mister Wednesday from BPAL.
I'm going to the farmer's market tomorrow, and there are lots of great vendors. Would you be interested in soap or chapstick or bath/body products?
Bar Soap is always welcome, I am good on chapstick and liquid lotion though.
Would you be interested in a tumbler like these? If so, what theme would you like it to be? Glitter or no glitter? What color do you want the liquid to be or would you prefer the blood drip look?
No thank you, I'm more of a Starbucks cup girl.
How do you feel about ribbons? Is there anything in particular you are looking for if you'd want some? What about ribbon remnants? Colors/textures?
I would, I love anything that looks like it may have come off a vampire. Oxblood red, black, crème, lavender and burnt orange are my favorite colors.
Would you be interested in any skincare items? Anything you would not want?
I would, I could always use nose pore strips, eye patches and sheet masks. I really enjoy k-beauty skincare.
New question: Is anyone else interested in the latest Sphere & Sundry release? https://sphereandsundry.com/offerings/bpals-of-exalted-venus-ii/
Or other S&S offerings?
My skin chemistry butchers any floral that's not lavender so sadly that rules out alot of the S&S and BPAL collaboration oils, but if you find one without I would be happy to try an imp.
Do you have any interest in trying my infused moonshine whiskey? I've been thinking of experimenting with autumn spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, clove) and maybe a chocolate chai.
I would, maybe like a pumpkin spice mix or a traditional chai?
Any interest in spooky shape wax melts in your favorite candle scents? (What are your favorite candle scents?)
Yes, I like atmospheric autumnal scents but you can also see my notes in signature for specifics.
How about lotion bars?
I have never had one but id love to try it.
Bird and Blend tea just did their Autumn drop! Anything look good to you? https://www.birdandblendtea.us (Also, if you're not a pumpkin person, I invite you to check out the rest of their offerings, which are always exceptional!)
Yes SPICED PUMPKIN PIE CHAI, PUMPKIN STICKY CHAI, and PIE MATCHA
SPICED PUMPKIN PIE MATCHA all look great.
Arcana Craves halloween drop! Anything catching your eye? https://arcanacraves.com/
No thank you, I only collect BPAL.
I feel like with some of the witchy/seasonal stuff it might be helpful to know everyone's signs. If you're interested in that kind of thing, what's your sign?
I'm a libra. ⚖️♎
Would you like anything from The Pickety Witch? (I'm going to the Vegas Oddities and Curiosities Expo next weekend, and she's vending there, so it may not matter if an item is in stock or not on the website!) https://www.thepicketywitch.com/
Nothing strikes my fancy, sorry.
So these nail polishes keep showing up on my instagram and they are kinda vampy--do you wear polish and do any of these float your boat? NOTE I have never worn Holo Taco stuff so cannot vouch for quality just the vibes are super witchy
https://www.holotaco.com/collections/dark-rainbow-collection
Burnt Bridges looks gorgeous.
Oooh I am reviewing my switch witch help answers from 2017 and was reminded of Lush--there used to be a big Lushie/BPALista crossover at one point. Is that still the case? If so dearest pumpkin are you a Lushie? Is there anything from Lush you are coveting? Their halloweenie stuff is out here: https://www.lushusa.com/halloween/?cgid=halloween&pmid=604&start=0&sz=28
Omg yes! SHOWER SLIME Sparkly Pumpkin, SHOWER JELLY Tarantula, LIP SCRUB Vampire Kisses, FRESH FACE MASK Mr Pumpkin Face, SOAP Ghost In The Dark, SHEET MASK Pumpkin, EYE PADS Pumpkin all look amazing. Sadly I can't do the bath bombs or bubble bars though.
I have another new question! Favorite bands/artists? Perhaps you'd be interested in a DIY patch to sew onto your jacket/pants/bag or maybe pins or a sticker or anything DIY-ish?
I suppose this question isn't quite halloween related lol. Just wanted to ask though because deathrock, horrorpunk, psychobilly, some metal and goth bands etc kinda give off spooky vibes sometimes. I was listening to Catholic Spit while answering these questions so it was on my mind.
I don't really wear patches or pins but stickers are welcome! Bands that I like are Deftones, Crosses, The Cure, The Smiths, Depeche Mode, Mareux and Lorn.
Because clothing sizing is so notoriously random &&& my idea of cute may be entirely different from your cute... sock dreams? yea or nay? Anything in particular catch your eyes?
So much appeals to me! The Pointelle Scrunch Top Knee Socks are to die for but I would pretty much like any knee or thigh highs or ankle length, in sold colors or stripes are good. I don't wear crew length or designs really.
New Q: I have been buying soap from https://rockytopsoap.com for at least a decade as they are unscented and less likely to affect which perfume I pull out.... I realize they are not colored and swirly and as pretty but they tend to be super hydrating and luxurious. Do you have any interest in these?
I would be interested in trying a shampoo bar.
Nocturne Alchemy just dropped their Halloween 2022 limited collection! I am popping in here to see if anything would strike the fancy of my pumpkin?
https://nocturnealchemy.com/collections/limited-collection/products/new-halloween-2022-limited-collection
No thank you, I am a bpal only kinda girl.
Would you like anything from Paintbox Soapworks Halloween line? https://paintboxsoapworks.com/new-limited-edition/2022-weenie-collection/
I have really enjoyed Paintbox Soapworks products, as a huge Beeswax fan Cathedral of Pumpkins sound amazing in either streusel or sorbetto. I'd also be happy with Guy Fawkes wax melts or hot process soap, September hot process soap or sorbetto, What The Moon Brings Wax Melts.
Do you have any interest in Halloween or spooky squishmallows?
YES, looking at the sneak peek for this years Halloween squishmallows, I would LOVE any of these, the gargoyle, skeleton, plague doctor, the coffin, tombstone and the grim reaper.
Anything from Bath & Bodyworks Halloween Line?
I picked up a lot from this line but still find things to covet, WICKED VANILLA WOODS
Wallflowers Fragrance Refill, PUMPKIN CARVING Wallflowers Fragrance Refill, PURRFECT PUMPKIN Gentle Foaming Hand Soap and LIGHT-UP GHOST & BAT VISOR CLIP Car Fragrance Holder.
If I were to make you a set of arm warmers/ fingerless mitts, what color(s) & style? short and sturdy. I wore throught the palms of about 2 pairs of wool fingerless gloves last winter at work. wrist length works best but elbow would be fine too.
Options-
Long or short? prefer short but either
Solid - one fabric - I'd prefer solid over stripes but mostly because more seams equals more tear points or places to catch them on things like boxes.
Stripes- bands of colors sewn together- like fun black & red, black & purple etc. I currently have some nice cashmeres.
Yes to fingerless mitts, more lightweight fabric options as its really hot where I live, I really like patchwork stuff like ashobsequies on Instagram.
I'm going to Disneyworld in late September! I'll be going to all four parks and attending both the Not-So-Scary Halloween Bash and Epcot's Food and Wine Festival. Is there ANYTHING from Disney that you would like? Is there something you collect that perhaps you'd enjoy a Disney version of (tea, socks, enamel pins, plushies etc etc etc)???
No thank you.
I make lightweight, doll-like hairfalls out of things like silk ribbon and yarn. Would you like some, either to incorporate into your costume or just for personal year-round use? If so, name your colors, length and any fibers you could have an allergy to.
I did some browsing of hair falls and I really liked the small braided or just brushed out texture, colors of auburn, pumpkin and ox blood would be my preference in a natural fiber. I have chest length hair.
I am going to Dragon Con for the first time! Which of these BPALs do you want? https://us4.campaign-archive.com/?u=50266fc02a3b75767125e0ed2&id=9bf4d797e8
I would love to try PEACH GLAZED DONUT WITH MANGO CHUNKS and POMEGRANATE PEACH MARTINI.
Would you be interested in a bag like we sell in our etsy shop? https://twinklentwilight.etsy.com
- if so, but you don't see fabric you like maybe link to some photos of fabric you like?
- we can do small box bags or pencil / cosmetic / notions type bags too. or with a drawstring on top instead of a zipper.
- you don't HAVE to use them just for knitting/crochet, you can use them for cross stitch or even not as project bags.
No thank you, I have too many bags and pouches already.
If you are a yarnie, are you interested in a ceramic yarn bowl? I have an extra Harry Potter (I know, I know) one from Lennymud that I bought before the whole JKR debacle and it didn't profit her in any form anyway. I believe it's Gryffindor themed.
Not a yarnie.
If you are a yarnie, I'd love to gift some yarn from my stash so give me an idea of colors / weight / material / yardage you'd like.
Not a yarnie.
Are you interested in trying some of our "thunder butter"? It's like tiger balm or icy hot, but with herbs, beeswax, cayenne or ghost pepper, menthol, wintergreen.
cbd version or no?
Yes, if there is a no pepper option.
I need to inventory our canned goods but do you like things like peach jam, cardamom plum jam, peach butter, plum butter, pickles, applesauce with nothing added, applesauce with red hots, dried apples or pears, bread and butter pickles, dill pickles, blackberry jam, huckleberry jam, candied jalapenos?
Umm hells to the yeah to peach jam, peach butter, plum butter, plain applesauce, and dill pickles would all be amazing.
Any interest in things from our garden like dried mint, catnip, lavender, rose petals, dill weed or dill seeds, sage, rue, mugwort, rosemary?
I would love some lavender.
How about alcoholic things like rose petal liqueur, lavender vanilla bean liqueur, various flavors of mead (chocolate orange, strawberry mango, whatever my son is making)?
Lavender vanilla bean and strawberry mango, omggg.
Pumpkin bread or zucchini bread? How about blueberry zucchini bread with a lemon glaze?
Pumpkin bread is welcomed.
Luvmilks seasonal goodies are out! What scents and formats appeal to you, my little pumpkin?
https://www.luvmilk.com/mm2022.html#/
It says she is on vacay until Oct 1st so might be too tight timewise.
Would you like a Pyrex 4-cup Nightmare Before Christmas bowl with lid? (Can also get Star Wars and various Disney ones.)
No thank you, I prefer non-licensed décor personally.
August Tea's fall sale starts tomorrow, 20% off everything on the site with code FALL20. Is there anything you would like to try, my Pumpkin? https://august.la/
Yes, PSYCHOCANDY, PASSAGE, and SILENT NIGHT all look good.
How do you feel about raisin in baked goods?
No thank you.
Lego? If so, what types, minifigures?
No thank you.
Favorite spooky fictional characters?
I love vampires and phantoms.
I grow lots of different herbs and I'm dehydrating loads of them right now, are you possibly interested in: catnip, sage (culinary and/or purple), oregano (Greek and/or purple), rosemary, plantain herb, chives, celery, licorice mint, lovage leaf, mugwort, mint, spearmint, chives, borage leaf, blackberry leaf, raspberry leaf, comfrey, lemon balm, or others?
Yes! I'd love some catnip, sage and lavender if you have it.
My peacock is molting his tail feathers, would you like some?
I'm afraid I'd have no use for them.
I'm learning embroidery. Is there a simple motif or symbol (like a pumpkin, a black cat, flowers, spider web…) you might like hand embroidered?
Absolutely, spiderweb.
Would you like either a basket or a tablemat (that works as a place to put hot dishes as well as being decorative).
I make both from fabric wrapped rope that is sewn together. Could be a bread/rolls basket, a yarn bowl for knitting or crochet, or a big flat mat.
Flat mat would be neat!
I'm taking a trip to New Orleans, anything you'd like food or souvenir-wise?
I'm sure I would but I can't think of anything specific.
Are your booklists linked somewhere, and up to date?
I don't read much but I collect the Barns and Nobles Classics Flexibound Editions, I would love to own any of these, A Picture Of Dorian Gray, Frankenstein, Edgar Allen Poe Classic Stories, The Stange Case Of Dr. Jekyll & Mr.Hyde and Dracula and Other Horror Classics.
Do you have fur kids and would they like treats as well??
Yes, I have a kitty would love treats. She is not much for toys though as she is 19.
Do you have any interest in trying my infused moonshine whiskey? I've been thinking of experimenting with autumn spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, clove) and maybe a chocolate chai.
I would, maybe like a pumpkin spice mix or a traditional chai?
Any interest in spooky shape wax melts in your favorite candle scents? (What are your favorite candle scents?)
Yes, I like atmospheric autumnal scents but you can also see my notes in signature for specifics.
How about lotion bars?
I have never had one but id love to try it.
Bird and Blend Tea Co. just came out with their Autumnal tea drop! Anything look good to you? (Also, if you're not a pumpkin-y person I invite you to explore their other offerings, cause everything they do is magical) Check 'em out: https://www.birdandblendtea.us
Yes SPICED PUMPKIN PIE CHAI, PUMPKIN STICKY CHAI, and PIE MATCHA
SPICED PUMPKIN PIE MATCHA all look great.
Do you need any BPAL storage? Bottles? Imps?
I am good on storage.
Does anything catch your eye from my local tea purveyors? https://www.fridaytea.com/ (I hope they make more Womb of Doom soon!) or https://perennialtearoom.com/
Friday tea, ooohhh. Fall Seasonal Sampler, and Lavender Earl Gray. Perennial Tea Room Lemon Chamomile Lavender, Earl Grey Cream and Lavender Earl Gray.
Can you use a mug? What kind/size do you like?
I love a spooky mug, medium size is good.
One of my favorite Etsy chandlers is having a sale, anything catch your feathery fancy? https://www.etsy.com/shop/TeresaLynnsSimpleLux
No thank you.
