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Arachnea

Arachnea
Date Joined: May 20, 2009
Last Online: January 6, 2021
Birthday: September 26, 1984
Country: Canada
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About Me

Spoilers

I do post pictures sometimes of my outgoing mail on my instagram. If you want a sneak peek or to avoid it, the choice is yours :)

I'm a 35 y/o married SAHM with a five year old daughter.

I'm a geek - I love video games, board games and Dungeons and Dragons.

I strongly prefer darker themed things as a whole, followed closely by aged/vintage things.

When sending me anything - the funkier/more different the stamps are the better - I'm a collector!

BEFORE YOU GIVE A 3 or 1 PLEASE MESSAGE ME SO I CAN RECTIFY THE SITUATION - I ALWAYS SEND SWAPS OUT ON TIME

Here's an easily perusal-able list of things I like. Check out other sections for more info.

** MUSHROOMS (anything mushroom themed, especially red and white fly agaric)

*gothy things

*geeky things

*skulls

*dungeons and dragons

*fantasy worlds

*horror movies

*colours black and turquoise, black and purple, grey

*scrapbooking stickers

*vampires

*zombies

*voodoo

*the occult

*rare books

*foreign candy

*tea

*anatomical or anatomy themes

*animal bones

*gaming related things

*Slytherin

*scented items like incense, cucumber melon, sandalwood

*bath bombs

*taxidermy

*Victorian themes

*Edwardian themes

*Steampunk themes

*The 1940's and WW2 things

*Washi tape

*Edgar Allan Poe

*Bees

*crystals

*tarot cards

*ouija boards and planchettes

*the macabre

*post apocalyptic themes

*halloween/samhain (nothing orange though)

*vintage things

*cthulhu and HP Lovecraft

*neil gaiman

*studio ghibli, miyazaki

*goblins

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Favorite Movies

**NOTE: Please ask before basing a "profile based swap" on my favourite movies - some of these movies I absolutely adore but would not really want things based on them.

Mary & Max, Coraline, Stardust, My Neighbour Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service, The Addams family movies, The Cat Returns, Harry Potter (Slytherin), Howl's Moving Caste, Ponyo, Spirited Away, Matilda, Spiderwick Chronicles, Amelie, Wall E, Nightmare Before Christmas, Hocus Pocus, High Tension, Beetle Juice, Fido, Frankenhooker, Girl With a Pearl Earing, Ravenous, Reeker, Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, Soulkeeper, 5th Element, Mists of Avalon, The Ninth Gate, The Skeleton Key, Stepford Wives, 12 Monkeys, Wrong Turn, O Brother Where Art Thou, Not Another Teen Movie, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Spaceballs, Monty Pythons Life of Brian and Holy Grail, Ghost Town, Eurotrip, , Down With Love, Kate and Leopold, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Bridget Jones' Diary, Penelope, Sundown

Favorite Television

NOTE: Same rules as listed for movies.

Battlestar Galactica, Fringe, Rick and Morty, The Magicians, Highlander, The Witcher, Outlander, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Black Mirror, The Addams Family, New Addams Family, Doctor Who, American Horror Story, Locke and Key, The Umbrella Academy, True Blood, Angel, Babylon 5, Buffy, Black Books, The IT Crowd, Charmed, Chef!, CSI, Dead Like Me, Fawlty Towers, Futurama, Hercules, Xena, Lost Girl, Star Trek TNG, Voyager,The Orville, The Haunting of Hillhouse, Vikings, Call the Midwife, Hogans Heroes, Jack of All Trades, House, Invader Zim, Kingdom Hospital, Pushing Daisies, Robot Chicken, Sliders, South Park, , Stargate, Black Adder, 4400, Vicar of Dibley, Worst Witch, Waiting for God, Big Love,

Favorite Crafts

I love scrapbooking, and scrapbooking paper. I can use scrapbooking paper for sooooooo many crafts and LOVE receiving new paper!

I love love LOVE scrapbook paper books. I make so many crafts out of them - doesn't matter the brand or where they are from.

I make junk/art journals.

Dislikes

Colours: yellow, orange, paisley, lime green, neon colours, plaid (unless clan specific Scottish things or Outlander).

Music: Rap, country, anything that just sounds like someone screaming, death metal, metal, most hip hop.

Characters: Diddle, most kawaii stuff, Disney princesses, actually - most disney. Cutesy things.

Jewelry - I'm really picky when it comes to jewelry, so it's best to not send it unless it involves bones of some kind.

Lotions, Creams, Make-up I don't use them, it would be a waste.

Christian Holidays I'm an atheist - I have nothing against those who practice, but it's not me and it's best to avoid sending.

Wedding or Baby - Just no need.

**western related things* - rodeo, cowboy hats, etc.)

Girly or really colourful things I'm not girly, I wear mostly black, it's just not me

Nightmare Before Christmas I like the movie, but I'm just not into it in that regard.

PostcardsI don't need any more postcards, but please consider sending one to my daughter (Pandora)

ATC's, blanks, inchies, etc. I no longer collect them and would just have to pass them on again.

Random Likes

Animals: foxes, crows, ravens, sloths, llama's

Colours: Turquoise, Black, Crimson Red.

Foods: Potatoes in all forms, pasta, mushrooms, tomatoes, cheese, asparagus, zuccini, onion, garlic, curry, soup, broccoli, cauliflower, chocolate, cucumber, carrots, chives, rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, Brittish Candy (Flakies, Cadbury, etc.)

Flowers: Deathbells, Nightshade, orchids, wildflowers, things that are easy to grow, herbs as a whole, english ivy

Board Games: Betrayal at House on the Hill, Dixit, Small Worlds,

Themes - Anything gothy, geeky, VINTAGE, rennaissance, medieval, skull oriented forest/nature, voodoo, steampunk, horror, magic and pagan themed (separate or together), Alice in Wonderland (the book or the 1950's Disney movie more so than the newer movie, even though I did enjoy it), legends, mythology, Halloween, etc.

Characters: Alice in Wonderland, Dracula, Xena, Monty Python,

Wishlist

**Spiral bound community cookbooks (the kind of cookbooks put out by churches, schools, groups like scouts, etc.)

Stickers - Scrapbooking stickers I can add to my art journals

Ephemera

Tea - Black tea, white tea, green tea, oolong tea, rooibos tea - I love them all. Not a fan of fruit teas - but open to pretty much anything else. Hate chamomile, licorice.

Bookmarks - I adore bookmarks and read A LOT. While store bought bookmarks are great, I also LOVE handmade bookmarks - I want to see what your creative mind can come up with.

Art Supplies - Sharpies, markers, spiral bound sketch books of any size, paint pens of any colour ( preferably fine point, but I'm not really that picky), water colour paper, any book binding supplies, hand made paper, ink pens, india ink, etc.

Craft Supplies - Scrap book paper, buttons, string, ribbon, paint brushes, citadel paint, scrap booking stickers, scrap booking supplies in general, bits of neat fabric, napkins, doilies, washi tape (please!), white gel pens, dresden, lace, collage sheets, paper edgers, tim holtz anything, graphic 45 things,

Random -
Send me something odd and bizarre - I'll probably love it. I like really morbid things sometimes - For example: I collect vintage "death" photography (cabinet photographs from the 1800's of beloved family members who have passed away). Honestly, if you think it may be too odd for me - it probably won't be. Just don't send me like...poo. Cause...well that's gross.

THINGS I GIVE HEARTS FOR

If you send extra's, it does not guarantee you a heart.

First and foremost, a heart is earned when someone sends me an extra special swap package that far exceeds the swap requirements.

I find that people who actually read my profile have a way better chance than those who don't.

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Handwritten things are awesome. It shows you put time and effort into the package.

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Happy swapping :)

Things I Can Offer/Do

Herein contains a list of the various crafts I enjoy doing and can do well, if you ever want to do a private swap with me:

What I Can Make

  • Aged Paper - I love making paper look like it belongs in the 1500's - I use acid free paper for best results and can make you as much as you need.

Dollhouse things Generally 1/12 scale, I worked in miniature for years and still have a massive stash from my design team days. If you like medieval, witchy, horror, spooky dollhouse things (especially books), I can hook you up. I also have an Etsy store geared towards digital printouts for dollhouses - for the most part everything fits the themes mentioned above.

Recipes I make a lot of curries, specifically vegan and/or vegetarian ones. I was vegan for two years and curries are some of my favourite foods.

What I Can Offer

  • Scrapbook Paper - I have various sizes, colours and types, many of which I have no use for myself and would love to pass on via swap to someone who will use them.

  • Various Extra Crafting/Scrapbooking Supplies - This will change about monthly as to what I need to destash, so if there's something you're looking for, please send me a message and I will take a look through what I have for you.

Things My Family Likes

Husband: Firefly (TV Show), Farscape (TV Show), Video Games, Marvel, Terry Brooks (Author), Sandman series, coffee, dark chocolate...

Daughter (Five): Studio Ghibli (Kiki and Totoro are her faves), Paw Patrol, Disney Pixar (Toy Story), art journaling, painting, drawing...

Video Games

I'm a gamer girl - here's some of my favourites:

Life Is Strange

Skyrim

Oblivion

Mass Effect

Bioshock

Witcher series

Vampyre

Call of Cthulhu

The Blackwell Series

Fallout series

Diablo series

Dragon Age series

Vampire the Masquerade Bloodlines

Ultima series

Ratings

MikiJoyce rated for ☆ TEA TIME #17 ☆ on Jul 22, 2020
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Comment: Thank you for the tea (:
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Comment: Thank you so much for another beautiful swap! I love everything from the envelope to the beautiful papers and other goodies inside! Have a great day and stay safe! Hugs, Diane
Fabriqueen rated for Paper Napkin Swap on Jun 20, 2020
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Comment: Thank you so much for the wonderful napkin swap! I also loved the envelope! Have a great day and stay safe! Hugs, Diane
AliCrafter rated for ☆ FULL ENVELOPE #25 ☆ on Jun 12, 2020
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Comment: Can you believe that your swap arrived today, a month after it was sent! It was worth the wait, however! I love everything you sent. The matroyska notepaper is adorable, the tea envelopes, the unique book paper (neat font), and the beautiful washi! Thank you so much for making my day!
MikiJoyce rated for Mail Art and Stickers on Jun 2, 2020
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Cindymt rated for Tea For Thee # 47 on May 24, 2020
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Comment: Hey! No we do not get much of a winter in Florida haha! Thanks for the teas!
threelittlebirds411 rated for Goth Mail Art Swap on May 23, 2020
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Comment: Thank you sooo much for the awesome stickers!! I'll have to let Lilly decide which ones she wants. She'll probably take them all. Lol And I love your goth mail art! ^_^
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Comment: WOW- thank you Jess for all the vintage prayer books you sent me. Really appreciate it. They are super old and very interesting! I loved the envelopes and ephemera too- thanks!! Can't wait to start pen palling! Hugs to Panda for me!
questionauthority13 rated for A Simple Destash on May 19, 2020
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Comment: Thanks sooo much for everything you sent. I love it all. I really appreciate it! Thanks again. ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
piperwashere rated for Tea for Thee # 45 on May 18, 2020
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Comment: I just updated my preferences, sorry about not having anything on there. I don't have any strong dislikes and I look forward to trying all that you sent :)
bblue rated for Private Swap Destash on May 11, 2020
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Comment: Thanks for the decorated envelope and all the supplies. It was fun looking through them, and I'll definitely put them to use.
Pancakes rated for Arachnea & Pancakes on Dec 17, 2010
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Comment: Thank you for the package of awesome! Soooooooo many stickers! I'm set for life =p but we all know it can never stop there, lol. The profile surprises were really thoughtful too =D
Betsi rated for Vintage gaming ATC on Sep 16, 2010
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Comment: Squee! These are bitchin'! I hope you don't mind the language, but it's the only word for them. :)
Response: lol - I don't mind the language at all - I'm so glad you like them - they were so much fun to make - the theme itself was just awesome!
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Comment: I LOVE it!!! Very creative! I would say my favorite swap by far! and i know that lettering was hard, but you did an awesome job! Thank you!!! :)
Response: Oh I'm so glad you like it! I'm always worried about getting my partners personality right in the craft swaps. But I had so SO much fun making it. I may post pictures of it over on Craftster later on, as well :D
ladyaries7 rated for Arachnea and ladyaries7 Trade on Sep 7, 2010
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Comment: thank you for the great postcards!
qbee rated for Spider ATCs on Sep 7, 2010
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Comment: very nice thank you. Debbie
jannieb rated for Arachnea and jannieb ATC Swap on Sep 7, 2010
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Comment: I LOVE the robot ATC's!! Thanks for making me smile :)
Response: Oh - yaaaay! I had so much fun making them. I kinda want to do like a whole robot ATC series now - they are just so adorable!
pandessa rated for Themed Halloween ATC Swap #1 on Sep 7, 2010
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Comment: Very nice hand drawn ATC's. I like them! Thanks!
julmc81 rated for Post Secret ATC Swap on Sep 7, 2010
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Comment: thank you for the lovely atc and for sharing your secret, one a lot of women share. Is this a zentangle? It is very lovely. I'm so happy you included your card. I will be visiting your blog :)
Response: Yes, it is indeed a zentangle. I've been obsessed with making them lately - so relaxing to do while watching TV or a movie! Glad you enjoyed the ATC :)
Starrby rated for Post Secret ATC Swap on Sep 7, 2010
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Comment: Thank you for sharing with me! <3

Rating Overview

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Comments

PerArduaAdAlta on Jul 12, 2020:

Salutations! I received your awesome angel envie from the goth swap! Thank you so much for doing that! 🖤 Your envelope was perfect, from the outside decoration, to the tea and stickers and letter and awesome washi! Summer is my busiest time for work, I have pretty much no days off until September, but I will be getting back to you ASAP! I would love to exchange mail with you. I love having someone who enjoys dark themes. 🖤

CherryBlossomLady on Jul 7, 2020:

Hello Friend!

Packages are in the mail for Pandora and letter for you!

CherryBlossomLady on Apr 28, 2020:

PS I also love British chocolates!! Eating an Aero bar right now that my friend sent me from the UK!! Soooo goooood.

CherryBlossomLady on Apr 26, 2020:

Looking forward to our swap!

RyeRye on Jul 11, 2011:

thehappyhoneybee on Apr 10, 2011:

Welcome to District 13! Please stop by the forum and introduce yourself + chat when you get the chance.

D13

RyeRye on Dec 21, 2010:

CLICK HERE

MERRY CHRISTMAS from The Crafting Queens group~

VivaLaDiane on Oct 8, 2010:

I drink pickle juice out of the jar also. :)

Laurenbujo on Sep 13, 2010:

I just posted a new ATC swap in the Horror Fans United group! Please Come check it out! sign up by Sept 30th!!

raven on Sep 6, 2010:

Happy belated birthday I was out of town so I hope you had a great one... birthday

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