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 Interested in anything from Cellar Door's Halloween update? 
 basic witch, october road, and once bitten sound interesting, in soap or just soap ends
 

Anything from Sock Dreams catch your eye? (https://sockdreams.com)  
some of the botanical and other patterned crew socks are really cute. I mostly wear ankle or crew socks since I have huge calves and mostly wear long pants when I wear socks so higher ones are wasted on me.

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/) 
Oh my, I could get lost in there for a long time. A lot of their stuff sounds amazing.  In general I like plain black, green, or oolong teas, herbals, and floral or fruit flavors in tea, including earl grey and variations on that theme. I'm not fond of rooibos, and I don't care for licorice root/stevia/etc. in teas because the sweet aftertaste comes across weird to me.  


Do you see anything you need from Paintbox Soapworks Weenie Update?  New & Limited Edition - 2025 Weenie Collection - Page 1 - Paintbox Soapworks
Nothing in the weenies is actually calling to me this time, though I do love their stuff. Favorite things from there are soaps and scrubs, I use the citrusy Bookkeeper's Butter, and the Nihilist lotion for my hands at work. I like their clean and woodsy scents, like GTFO, Hiraeth, Gooseberry Beach.  I'd like to try the African black soap putty at some point.
 

Speaking of updates, anything from Haus of Gloi's Fall offerings speak to you? (https://www.hausofgloi.com/collections/fall-1)
They sound amazing, but I am really not a gourmand-scent person unfortunately and most of their offerings are very much in that vein.

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?

 

How do you feel about the pastel Halloween offerings that are out?
Not a pastel person.  I like my deep earth tones, thank you. 😃
 

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?
As someone who has been a recipient of some of these goodies in the past, I love this kind of thing.  Mittens or armwarmers would be lovely, bowl-shaped things are also always useful here.
 

do you have an amazon wishlist to be sure I don't  duplicate a book?
I do, will update it and then include here.
 

Do you have a Halloween Tree?  Do you need ornaments?
I don't.  Most of my seasonal decorating is more fall-theme than halloween. 
 

Do you have an Etsy wishlist?
woefully out of date but it shows some of my tastes in things
 

As of this writing, Dragon Con Peach Pit scents have been revealed! Anything on your wishlist?
I ordered the couple things that caught my eye, so no worries there.

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.
These always sound amazing, but as I am seriously looking at chopping most of my hair in the not-too-distant future, probably not a thing.
 

Do you have use for witchy supplies? Herbs, oils, crystals, etc. If so, what types and for what purpose(s)?
n/a
 

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).
oooo...I love this idea.  I love nature, and magical/fantasy natural art...I dunno what the genre actually is called but artists like Aria Fawn and Brian Serway are examples I love.  I'm open on style, I love photography and realistic drawing/painting, abstracts, Japanese ink painting.  If you are an artist and have a particular style, I would love to see it, 3-d mediums like a little clay sculpture or something would also be awesome. Don't really have size restrictions, nudity's fine, I would just say nothing gory/overly violent would be my only restriction.
 

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!!!   
already got, so I'm good there
 

I'm in Japan, anything specific you would want from here?
I love Japanese snacks, stationery, maybe a cookbook or a crochet book. 
 

I just got back from Mongolia and brought a bunch of small souvenirs, how do you feel about small things from random countries? 
I think this is fantastic, and also, how freaking cool. :D
 

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 so frickin' cool! Witch, if this is a you thing let me know and I will come up with details.
 

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.
OK, I would probably wear most of the site (I love quirky T's, have a couple from Effin' Birds, currently wearing a Gozilla/The Great Wave mashup)
size men's xl classic t, for colors generally dark heather, navy, dark chocolate, forest green are all good options
chaotic neutral: https://www.snorgtees.com/products/chaotic-neutral-mens-classic-tee?variant=41540186013828
fictional realms:
https://www.snorgtees.com/products/quietly-thriving-in-fictional-realms-mens-classic-tee?variant=50482182717572
spite:
https://www.snorgtees.com/products/existing-solely-out-of-spite-mens-classic-tee?variant=41625734873220
 

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! 
n/a, I'm kinda wandering away from femme fashion at present
 

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?
would love this, and anything, but a fall-esque color scheme would be neat

 

Feelings on candles/wax melts?
I like them but don't use a lot, tend to go for more 'natural' smells like pine, citrus, etc when I do since the beloved is really smell-sensitive
 

Feelings on crocheted wall art/mandalas? Color scheme requests?
love the idea, any colors other than pastels or day-glo
 

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. 
can't think of anything? 

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/
surprise me? tea tastes answered in previous question
 

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.
medium to medium-dark roast beans would be lovely.  gotta think on the fandom stuff--moon patrol, pitfall, bubble bobble, final fantasy (yes, the really old ones), was more of a pinball arcade person...cartoons, wow, I dunno, we watched the same stuff as the rest of the late gen-x crowd I imagine...he-man, voltron, gummi bears, she-ra...I don't know that I had a particular fandom in that regard, still have a soft spot for the original my little ponies.
 

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.
Anything handmade would be loved and appreciated!  Any of the above would be lovely, whatever you felt like making at the time, and I'm good with any fibers including synthetics if that's your preference to work with, no allergies and as long as it's soft to the touch I'm happy. 
 


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 wouldn't have a clue, a masculine style vest maybe? IF this is relevant to witch plans I can come up with more detail.
 

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/
That is amazing.  I like quiet fidgets (apparently I'm twitchy enough at work that my boss noticed and gave me a couple pieces of magnetite that she got somewhere, oops? I like the future is inclusive and supercallawhatsit pins or stickers, adhdeez nuts or overthinking stickers. 
 

What is your size in say Tshirts?  Pajamas?
Really depends on the brand/style.  If I'm getting like teepublic silly shirts a men's/unisex XL, I can do women's xxl as well. Pajamas XL, maybe men's large bottome if they're baggy
 

Do you like Halloween socks?  Any particular style or image/character?
I think they're cute but I'm not a super halloweeny person, and my socks are generally invisible under long jeans.
 

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 neat.
 

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.
a folio sounds neat!  I have a hard time keeping my (*$#&@ together with my stationery
 

Snag tights have released their Halloween lines.  Is there anything there that tempts you?  https://snagtights.us/collections/halloween
I love their tights but I'm good right now
 

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
never really got into lush, someone gave me a rose scented lotion of some kind a while back that was nice but I can't even remember the name of the scent
 

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!!!
n/a

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.
would not know what. I stick pins on my knapsack but I'm not particularly disneyish

Want any of the DragonCon Claw Polish?
n/a
 

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 love that store, we got one here recently.  Mostly I go for the plant pots of all things, snacks, and I love all the tiny kitchen stuff.  
 

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.?
I would love something like that, I really love anything handmade since it's so much fun to see other people's creativity.
 

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."
can't think of anything?
 

If I were to send you a physical book, are there any genres/themes/authors you'd prefer not to encounter?
I'm pretty clear on my q'aire how my taste in literature goes. political machinations of any era, gratuitous horror, animal violence, avoid those kind of things please.
 

Is there a charity you would like me to donate to in your name?
something local to your or to me, I like knowing things go to help a community. the stuff I support around here are noco wildlife which does rescue and advocacy for wild critters in my area, the food bank, homeward alliance which is resources for those facing or at risk of homelessness here, planned parenthood, a local public radio station which also does a lot of community advocacy, other animal rescue, mujeres de colores which does backpack drives and holiday gifts and winter gear for those in need...you get the idea.
 

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.
penuche or anything with cherries
 

anything from Dryad teas pique your interest?  https://dryadtea.com/collections/all-tea
I love the names, and would be interested within my general tea preferences.  I clicked on Arcanists Desire just for the petals color and that sounds lovely.
 

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 am equal opportunity. Love peach, rhubarb (we grow it and make a lot of simple stewed rhubarb). We do make our own bread and butter-ish tomato relish, but otherwise I'm open. Sweet/spicy/both...all good.
 

Poesie Tea - what would you like?  poesieperfume.com

 

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 ? 
always down for spice blends, all chocolate is good and will be shared around, stuff like postcards or little souvenirish stuff
 

Is there anything here that appeals?  https://www.erstwilder.com/
no thank you
 

Are you interested in having some of this year's homemade peach jam?
sure
 

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)
really neat but not something I would wear
 

Do you need any supplies or notions for any of your hobbies?
need, probably not, enjoy, sure
 

Do you like plushies, like Squishables?
love them, squishables are adorable (I have the snow cat, snow wolf, and wolf minis on my couch, a micro trex on my desk at work, and a micro plague doctor that comes out later this year) Do I technically need more? prolly not. if there's one you are dying to send me, I would love it even if I don't really need anymore. 
 

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
the balsamic berry and whiskey smoked salt sound interesting (and since I make caramels I might have to mad scientist now, lol)
 

My son makes mead, would you like to try a sample?
sure
 

We made rose petal liqueur and lavender vanilla liqueur; are you interested in having a sample of either?
pretty sure I've been lucky enough to try the rose and it's lovely, the lavender sounds interesting too
 

Is there anything specifically Pacific Northwest or Seattle themed that you would like?  
not sure? one of my favorite coffees ever comes from up there but I'd have to go look at the bag, I know they're only available locally and don't ship.  I like local art/postcard type stuff
 

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 am absolutely fine with imperfect anything. I'm good with any color of chocolate, for stuff in it, fruits, toffee, some nuts, plain, chile to an extent. Not a huge fan of peanut butter, mint, lots of spices, or like throw everything into one bar kinda stuff.



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