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[smelliescrystal]

Website: https://www.smelliescrystals.co.uk/

Address: United Kingdom

Smellies Luxury Fragrance offers a wide array of vegan and cruelty-free handcrafted skin products, ensuring your skin feels soft and radiates health. The brand is renowned for its soy wax melts, adorned with biodegradable glitters and natural mica powders, available in numerous fragrances to elevate your mood. From wax melts, bath bombs, and other skin and fragrance products, Smellies has become synonymous with quality, offering a continuous variety of fantastic merchandise along with unique limited edition and seasonal items that cater to all budgets.

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[luminiscandleco]

We're here, we're queer, and we cannot be legislated out of existence 🏳‍🌈✨

The Luminis Candle Co 2023 Pride Collection is being released on June 1 at 12:00 pm (Pacific time), and you can find it all on www.luminiscandleco.com!!!! This year's Pride candle lineup includes 8 scents, 7 of which are brand new!

Scent information and additional details under the cut!

Nonbinary: This is the only one that's the same as last year: a lovely aromatic blend featuring gentle English lavender top notes, a heart of sweet Meyer lemon, and a base of vanilla and tonka bean.

Pansexual: A playful blend with aldehydic top notes of bergamot, sweet orange, and apple, unfolding into heart notes of rich honey nectar and toffee. White musk forms a gentle base.

Polyamorous: Fresh and clean with citrus and mint top notes. A heart of lavender, green accord, and sandalwood blends into a soothing base of cedarwood, amber, and musk.

Lesbian: An effervescent, feminine blend that opens with sweet apple, raspberry, and sparkling champagne. Lily, jasmine, and peach heart notes follow, supported by coconut and sugar base notes.

Asexual: Herbal and aromatic. Top notes of lemon and cyclamen give way to a heart of sage, lavender, rosemary, and thyme. Base notes of eucalyptus leaf and green musk tie the blend together.

LGBTQ+/Rainbow: Oceanic but not overwhelming, this scent begins with marine and green accords, followed by herbaceous notes, dry woods, and a strong note of sea salt. Leather, cedarwood, and smooth black pepper form a lingering base.

Transgender: A sweet, blush blend. Raspberry and mandarin top notes blend seamlessly into a heart of rose, lychee, and red currant, which in turn lead to a captivating base of oud, benzoin, and sheer musk.

Bisexual: Sweet with a little spice, this striking blend starts with ozone and chili pepper, mellowed out by a heart of mandarin, guava, and orange. Coconut and peppercorn round out the scent.

All candles are decorated with eco-friendly glitter made from sustainably and ethically sourced plant material that biodegrades in a wastewater environment. Testing was conducted to ensure that eco-glitter won't cause a severe fire hazard the way dried botanicals do, and while my own testing showed that they don't cause fireballs or anything, if your glitter gets too close to the wick, I recommend gently brushing it away before lighting, just to be safe!

Each candle costs $35 and the wax weight of each is approximately 6 ounces!

[thelampisaflashlight]

Lamppppp

*places down a platter of hcs with sauce and a nice garnish*

So when the band is home from, it can be a bit difficult to just "run into town" to grab things when needed. The abbey is located in a place that's a little inaccessible (on purpose, for privacy sake), so things have to be ordered in ahead of time, and often it's essentials only.

The ghoulettes and Rain stock up on makeup, skin care, and other luxuries while on tour. However, they're in between tours, in between albums. They're not going anywhere for awhile and their stockpile is running low.

Mountain takes it upon himself to experiment and create his own cosmetics for Rain and the girls. He already makes candles for them with wax from his beehives and oils distilled from his herbs. Makeup can't be that hard right?

Turns out he's quite the chemist, and the fact that he's creating his own makeup becomes a closely guarded secret in the pack (although....Papa does know too). They don't want siblings of sin banging down the door looking for cosmetics and skincare products.

Mountain, because he's Mountain and can't deny Rain and the girls anything, has separate product lines for every single one of them depending on their needs and desires.

-eating the garnish-

"Mountain making make-up" is quite the tongue twister.

He'd probably get pretty good at determining the quality of products over time because of that/be a bit more aware of which items would look best on each person.

He's trying out a gloss he made on Rain and he's like, "Okay, but maybe a peachier undertone..."

Aurora wants the brightest colors imaginable, so Mountain is in his workshop figuring out how to make something really pop, and Cirrus wants something more neutral...

He uses Dew as his test subject, so sometimes he's, like, coated in cosmetics and swatches, and when people ask why Mountain is treating him like a guinea pig, he's like, "He ate the first batch."

He doesn't elaborate.

Dew has biodegradable glitter covering pretty much every inch of his body by the time tour comes along again, and that's when Mountain reveals Cumulus asked him to try making bath bombs...

[faunandfableco]

The shade of a city born out of nostalgia and melancholy, hidden at the bottom of the ocean. Emet-Selch's once-glorious home: black saltwater washing over cool mentha leaf and dark, heavy musk, with a sheen of cold steel as the memory of light shines out of thousands of windows.

Each candle is 7 fluid ounces and made of 100% soy wax. Glitter on top is plant-based and biodegradable. Etsy link!

[diablofoildubai]

Shine Bright, Shine Green: Eco-Friendly Car Detailing and Wrapping in Dubai

Dubai, the glittering city of the desert, pulsates with a passion for luxury and impeccable aesthetics. But in this fast-paced metropolis, where sleek supercars and pristine streets rule the landscape, a new wave of conscious car enthusiasts is emerging. They understand that looking good shouldn't cost the Earth, and they're turning towards eco-friendly alternatives for their prized possessions. This is where the intersection of car detailing and car wrapping in Dubai takes a thrilling turn towards sustainability.

Ditch the Chemicals, Embrace the Shine:

Traditional car detailing often relies on a cocktail of harsh chemicals and petroleum-based products. These potent concoctions might deliver a gleaming finish in the short term, but at the cost of environmental damage and potential health hazards. Eco-friendly detailing, on the other hand, embraces a gentler approach. Think plant-based cleaners, biodegradable waxes, and waterless washing techniques that leave your car sparkling without harming the environment.

Beyond the Glitz: Car Wrapping with a Conscience:

Car wrapping is no longer just about flashy graphics and wild paint jobs. Today, it's a sustainable alternative to traditional paintwork, offering protection from the harsh desert sun and reducing the need for frequent repaints. High-quality, eco-friendly car wrap materials made from recycled polymers and vegetable-derived dyes are now available, allowing you to express your unique style while minimizing your environmental footprint.

More than Just a Trend: The Benefits of Going Green:

Choosing eco-friendly car detailing and wrapping in Dubai goes beyond just a feel-good gesture. It offers a multitude of benefits for both you and the environment:

Reduced environmental impact: By minimizing the use of harmful chemicals and water, you're actively contributing to a healthier planet.

Improved health: Ditching the harsh fumes of traditional detailing products benefits your health and creates a safer work environment for detailers.

Enhanced car longevity: Eco-friendly products are often gentler on your car's paintwork and interior, preserving its value and beauty for longer.

Cost-effectiveness: Waterless washing and biodegradable products can be surprisingly cost-effective in the long run, reducing your reliance on expensive chemicals and water usage.

Where to Shine Green in Dubai:

Dubai's car detailing scene is rapidly evolving, with a growing number of businesses embracing sustainable practices. Look for companies that prioritize the use of eco-friendly products, offer waterless washing options, and utilize recycled materials for car wraps. Some local gems to explore include:

Green Shine UAE: Pioneers in eco-friendly detailing, they use plant-based cleaners and waterless techniques to leave your car sparkling without harming the environment.

Eco-Friendly Car Wash: As the name suggests, they prioritize water conservation and sustainability, offering waterless washes and eco-friendly products for a guilt-free shine.

ASLAN Dubai: Renowned for their high-quality, eco-friendly car wraps, they offer a diverse range of options to customize your car while minimizing your environmental impact.

Shine Bright, Shine Green: A Call to Action:

As Dubai continues to evolve, it's time for car enthusiasts to embrace sustainable practices. By choosing eco-friendly car detailing and wrapping solutions, you're not just taking care of your car, you're taking a stand for a healthier planet and paving the way for a greener future for the city you love. So, ditch the harsh chemicals, embrace the power of plant-based shine, and let your car's eco-friendly glow inspire others to do the same. Remember, in Dubai, looking good shouldn't cost the Earth. Make the conscious choice, shine bright, and shine green!

[plaguetreasures]

I forget to update this blog cause I can only post on my laptop, But I am working on Percy Jackson theme wax melts that I plan to release hopefully next month! I will post updates and what these look like when I demold them! 

Items I used: Biodegradable glitter, Soy wax, Chocolate chip cookie scent Also resin items and customs will be back when the weather starts getting warm again!

[kitchenwitchtingss]

MYSTIC WONDER SPELL

   A Glamour Spell Jar for others around you to perceive you as otherworldly. {ex. divine energy, supernatural, starseed, etc.}

 ·               °.   ✯                  •                 *    •                 *　      ✯         *　

　　　 *                 ·                           * °.   ✯                  •                 *　　　 *                 ·                           *

┏━━━━°⌜ You Will Need ⌟°━━━━┓

    Grey or black spell candle

    Smoky quartz 

    Moonstone

    Six rose thorns

    Jasmine

    Coarse Pink Salt

    Fennel Seed 

    A pinch or two of sugar

    Rosemary

    Lemon Balm 

    Cinnamon chips (can be substituted for 

     powder)

    Biodegradable silver glitter (optional)

┗━━━━°⌜ Correspondences⌟°━━━━┛

{Notes} This spell is to be done on a full moon, at midnight exactly. Be sure to make cakes and ale in preparation for a nice hot meal afterwards.

Cast a circle and cleanse. Recently I have really been enjoying cleansing by sound, so a bell or chimes will do, along with a burning incense. To calm myself for this spell, I make a sweet jasmine moon tea, which I will upload the recipe in my next post. 

Light your candle and wait for the candle wax to start dripping. Infuse each ingredient you put into the spell jar with intent and visualization on what you want the spell to specifically do for you. One at a time drop them into the bottle.

“ At moonlight doth be told,

my power shall be bold.

My eyes are shared by the wolves,

my fire is with the foxes in the woods.

Energy bestowed from my higher self,

may turn me into gold.”

You can say any incantation you’d like. Seal the jar with the black candle wax, and set it outside for the night of the full moon. Shake the jar to activate it, and carry it on your person, it can range in size depending on how much of an influence you want.

{ My experiences with this spell }

I personally love this spell on how it makes me feel. Every-time I activated, or redid this spell, someone would make a comment on my appearance that day. The first day was a werewolf, the second, a siren. 

Everyday it was a new mystical creature, even though I had done nothing new with my appearance. This spell is very powerful if done right, and will the right energies so make sure you thoroughly cleanse your tools before and after. 

Happy casting!

And blessed be ~ Angel...

[thevelvetlotus]

🍂🎃The last of these Smiling Jack candles are dropping in the shop this evening! Thank you for your overwhelming response to this cheeky fella! I have been avidly scouting and collecting the BEST vintage mugs for my holiday candles and these Jack o’Lantern mugs were a must have! They are certified vintage, created in 1970s and I just love them!🍂These vintage Smiling Jack candles are made with natural soy wax and scented with a delicious pumpkin spice oil that will have you drooling! I also included some witchy herbs from my garden such as wormwood, mugwort, bay leaf and coriander. These herbs help guard against energy vampires and protect the home from unwanted guests. Decorated with moss, putka pods and biodegradable glitter from the incredible @glitter_nymph 💫 I will have a few other pumpkin inspired candles in the shop but out of all the pumpkin mugs I have these ones are the best! Please remember to remove all dry materials before burning and never leave your candles unattended. Stay Spooky my friends!🎃🍂 SHOP LINK IN BIO! #pumpkinspice #pumpkin #pumpkins #pumpkintart #pumpkincandle #jackolantern #candles #candle #candlelight #vintage #collector #halloween #halloweencandles #vintagehalloween #aromatherapy #autumn #autumncandles #fall #falldecor #autumnvibes #thevelvetlotus #thevelvetlotusshop (at Norwood, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CS-mi8jHKIQ/?utm_medium=tumblr

[rosella-writes]

writing tag game

Thank you so much for the tag @noire-pandora, @kittynomsdeplume, @melisusthewee and @emerald-amidst-gold <3

Whoooo boy, here we go.

How many works do you have on AO3?

17, but quite a few are just one-shots. I only have a couple long-fics, mostly because my poor ADHD brain is cruel to me.

What’s your total AO3 word count?

190,052, but if I hadn't orphaned my old (and embarrassing) Skyrim and Sherlock fanfics it'd probably be closer to 300,000.

What are your top 5 fics by kudos?

honey just put your sweet lips on my lips - 579

i couldn't whisper when you needed it shouted - 56

a fuller feeling (a brighter burst) - 54

Eunoia - 40

i'd wanna be felled by you, held by you (fuel the pyre of your enemies) - 39

(And to be perfectly honest, my most popular fic is by far my worst. I spend so much more time carefully crafting for Eunoia than I do anything else, but the little following it's picked up has made it worth more to me than all the kudos and comments on "honey.")

Do you respond to comments, why or why not?

I do! I used to be terrible about it, mostly because the vast majority of comments I once got was hate (I wrote for a weirdly unpopular wlw pairing). Now I make it a point to respond to every single one when I can, even the short ones, to thank them for taking the time. It means so much.

What’s the fic you’ve written with the angstiest ending?

It was a drabble for the r/dragonage writing thread, actually! The premise was a font in the Black Emporium that would show your OC the outcome of a decision made differently. I wrote Eliana Lavellan from Eunoia discovering what would have happened if she'd fought with Solas in Crestwood until he told her the truth... and its outcome was worse than the timeline where he left her and kept his secret. You can read it here (it's about 1200 words, nice and short).

What’s the fic you’ve written with the happiest ending?

My various Solavellan pairings don't get happy endings. Evelyn Lavellan was more of a narrative tool to explore Solas with, so her ending was cut short. Eliana doesn't have her ending yet, but it will be bitter and painful. My happiest ending was for my Bella/Rosalie pairing for Twilight - Bella became a vampire and lived happily ever after with her wife.

Do you write crossovers? If so what is the craziest one you’ve written?

I don't, unfortunately! Since my days on tumblr and FFNet, S*perWh*L*ck left a terrible taste in my mouth when it came to crossovers. I'd be open to it one day if I can find fandoms chill enough.

Have you ever received hate on a fic?

As I previously mentioned, yes. In my Bella/Rosalie fic, I made it a point for Rosalie to love all the parts of Bella that weren't conventionally beautiful. My Bella is also a dark-skinned black woman, and the intersection of racism, colorism, and misogyny where it concerns attractiveness was something I thought worth including because I didn't see enough of it in fic. I wanted to highlight all the things that don't get enough attention or are actively reviled, like hyperpigmentation, stretch marks, natural hair, soft bellies, areolas and vulvas that aren't perfectly symmetrical or small, pubic hair and armpit hair and little hairs around nipples - things that I love about AFAB people! I got a lot of comments on my smut chapters calling Bella disgusting, or me nasty for choosing to include those traits. I deleted every single one.

Do you write smut? If so what kind?

So much. I love exploring pairings or power dynamics that people wouldn't necessarily consider, like a strong female warrior Lavellan domming Solas, or Solas topping Blackwall. I wanted to show a black woman in an interracial relationship with a white woman where she got to be soft and loved gently, where she got to be quiet, bookish, and looked after instead of expected to be the loud, strong stereotype that we pin black women into. I wanted to show the power of masculinity in an elven mage who loves a warrior woman (Solas/Cass), or the nurturing side of domming in a relationship between a pan giant and a bisexual elf (Iron Bull/Solas).

Have you ever had a fic stolen?

Not that I know of, tbh. I turn up to fandoms a decade late, so usually by the time I get any traction the fic-stealers have done their dirty work and leave me alone.

Have you ever had a fic translated?

I haven't! I hope to one day write a fic in Greek for my best friend, though. They deserve to read about Solas in their mother-tongue.

Have you ever co-written a fic before?

Nope, but have done some plotting with aforesaid Greek friend.

What’s your all-time favorite ship?

Solavellan, absolutely. Any variation, honestly - I've loved m!Solavellan, f!Solavellan, as well as any variation including nonbinary, trans, or other interpretation of the relationship. Solas sees and loves the spirit, and I love the idea that its vessel doesn't matter so much to him. I headcanon him as a he/him agender bisexual, for what it's worth.

What’s a WIP that you want to finish but don’t think you ever will?

I've technically marked i couldn't whisper when you needed it shouted as complete, but it cuts off right before Adamant and was intended to be a full Solavellan story. However, I just didn't care for my rogue f!Lavellan OC very much, and didn't think she matched Solas well. I developed an OC that I enjoyed writing much better and rolled with it. So, I'm sorry Evelyn Lavellan, but your story is frozen with the two of you happy in bed. Solas will never break up with her so long as I don't write that part, right?

What are your writing strengths?

I love dialogue and crafting character voices! Getting a comment that I've managed to portray a favorite character so well that they can hear their voice in their head as they read? Priceless.

What are your writing weaknesses?

Exposition vs description. I want to show instead of tell, but developing the right environment for a scene can be tough for me. It's so much easier to write that the characters are cold and the ground is wet than to wax poetic about dripping leaves and frosty air. But I'm working on it.

What are your thoughts on writing dialogue in other languages in a fic?

I'm obsessed with it. I love little bits sprinkled through that make sense with context, and culturally speaking it would feel wrong not to sometimes! I'm also the type of person that's always been obsessed with languages, and instead of becoming fluent in one I've learned a smattering of a whole lot. So any opportunity to sneak in some French, Welsh, German when it makes sense? I'm taking it. And don't even get me started on Elvhen or Qunlat because I will sprinkle that shit like biodegradable glitter.

What was the first fandom you wrote for?

Okay I'm gonna flout this question and just write my fandoms in order:

Sherlock (circa 2010 - 2014)

Skyrim (2016)

Twilight (obsessed from 2005 - 2010 but didn't write for it until 2019 or 2020 when Midnight Sun released)

Dragon Age (March 2021 and easily the most fanfic I've ever written ever)

What’s your favorite fic you’ve written?

My favorite one to write was probably i'd wanna be felled by you, but my favorite to reread is Eunoia. It's most likely the most honest, least presumptuous thing I've ever written, and it's easily the longest thing I've ever attempted. I'm very proud of it.

As far as tagging goes, I've been very rude lately with it by tagging people late in the day, or tagging folks that I haven't tagged before, and am still refiguring out tumblr etiquette (since I haven't been here since the days of the skeleton war and the Mishapocalypse lmao), so presume if you see this you're tagged to participate. With no expectations nor pressure, though, I'll tag @dreadfutures, @varric-tethras-editor and @blarfkey if they'd like. <3

[andthisiswitchcraft]

Let’s chat about ways to make spells that are biodegradable/made with naturally occurring materials so we are not inadvertently harming Mother Earth.

Things you can use to contain spells that are safe for the earth - the rinds left over from your melons or fruits, cotton or wool cloth scraps (no synthetics), paper without any waterproof coating like wax or plastic. Brown paper bags work excellent. Use cotton or hemp to tie it shut or paper tape to tape it up. (do not use wax to seal it unless its beeswax)

Many spell ingredients are natural materials anyways, but here are some you should avoid if your spell will be going outside for any reason. GLITTER! Glitter is a micro plastic and it is so bad for the environment. If you want to add color or shine to your spells use mica powders which are naturally occurring, or get glitter that is biodegradable. Wax, most candles bought today are a mix of petroleum based, soy and palm wax. All of these are heavily processed and will not break down in the environment. Beeswax is the only naturally occurring wax you can get candles in that's safe for disposal outside and should only be done sparingly if at all.

Lastly, I know it is a common practice to bury a jar spell when you are done with it, but we live in modern times and you can also just throw them in the trash can! If you need to bury a jar to keep it working, consider where and how far deep you will bury it. Glass though naturally occurring doesn't exactly decompose, it just eventually becomes small particles like sand. That takes hundreds of years to happen, be good to the earth ❤

Feel free to add to this in the comments!!!

Felicia

[xlilmoonchildx]

Small Shop Spotlight: The Astral Boutique

The Astral Boutique is a Latina owned mystic boutique specializing in hand poured crystal candles. Each ritual candle is infused magick to help you manifest your intentions. The owner, Des, puts so much thought into every candle she designs from the colors and scents down to the herbs and glitter. Every candle is vegan, organic, kosher, phthalate-free, and biodegradable. Here’s some info about each candle you see here:

Serenity - Ease your anxiety and meditate with this purple candle. Scented with lavender and notes of bergamont and lemon. Topped off with more fresh lavender herbs and a soothing amethyst crystal to keep you relaxed.

Jinx Away - Keep the bad vibes away. Infused with gray candle magick scented with a blend of sandalwood, green tea, lemon grass, and a hint of vanilla and red sandalwood. Topped with some herbs and a bloodstone crystal to protect you from hexes and negativity.

Full Moon - The perfect addition to your Full Moon letting go rituals. A white candle scented with sandalwood, frankincense, and mrryh with a touch of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. Topped with jasmine flowers and a moonstone crystal to help you release that which does not serve.

Dragon’s Blood - This candle was designed to protect your space. The maroon color combines the magick of both red and black candles. Scented with Dragon’s Blood resin and a bit of cedarwood, blood orange, and patchouli. Topped with rose petals, calendula, palo santo, and one of the most powerful protective stones: labradorite.

White Magick - Cleanse and bless your space with this bestselling candle. A white candle scented with white tea and palo santo. Topped with jasmine flower, orange calcite, and green aventurine crystals for a happy home.

Sun Goddess - Inspired by Pagan sun dieties, this candle is sure to bring love and light into your life. A yellow candle scented with a tropical blend of banana, mango, grapefruit, and strawberry. Topped with golden healer quartz, calendula, chamomile, and sunflower to promote peace and happiness.

This is only a handful of the candles Des makes and she’s always cooking up more so be sure to check out her page. Last week she released a Gaia inspired candle that I unfortunately didn’t get my hands on The boutique also sells sprays, wax melts, crystals, and altar tools.

[mommaluna9]

Walkin’ on Sunshine! Our 14oz soy-movement wax dyed a brilliant yellow and topped with a citrine root point for manifestation, biodegradable glitter, sunstone chips for warmth and luck, and a dried chamomile for luck and energy! #witchesofinstagram #witch #witchcraft #candle #crystals #citrine #sunstone #chamomileflowers #sunshine #energy

[sunstellium888]

Witchy 100% soy wax candles, infused with intentions + topped with biodegradable glitter, crystals, botanicals + charms ♡ Vegan + phthalate free 🌿 Available now at sparkofintention.com 💕

[townsenta]

i’m like... super into handmade candles with shit stuck in them. cloves? stick that shit right in the candle wax. gemtstones? toss em in. biodegradable glitter? just fuck me up.

[cottonkhaleesi]

How to organise a pirate hen do

The do is done! Below is a picture-heavy and linkable run through of what we did. 

(in which I make a movable escape-room style set of puzzles to be hosted on a narrowboat)

My best friend was never going to have a regular hen do. She (and we the hens) are not that kind of people. A few years ago when she moved to a town with a canal running through it, she turned to me and said “if I ever get married, I want a hen party on a canal boat where we all pretend to be pirates!” With the pandemic making the logistics of her actual wedding difficult, I felt we had to make sure she got that wish.

Whilst the rest of the hens ran around organising the food and alcohol for the post-canal spot of glamping, I created a set of puzzles and clues to make our 7.5 hr journey there and back piratey. 

Once we’d all gotten settled in on the boat, fancy dress-ed and excitable, I made my first move: a plain old cardboard box with some coffee-stained and ribboned and wax* sealed letters; biodegradable confetti cannons and a homemade can cannon with home-made seed bomb ammunition; a mini plywood chest from The Works filled with edible glittered oreos (to look like doubloons) -the prize for our mini competition- and a cardboard safe made up to look like a pirate chest.

The letters included our Letter of Marque, copied and adapted from this amazing website, a ‘letter’ that gave some background to our quest and set the scene (and gave the more savvy hens subtle hints as to what they needed to do over the course of the journey); a nature eye spy checklist; a postcard decoder on double-sided paper that doubled as clues where the pirate chest’s keys could be found, and in what order they could be inputted, but was missing the last thirty words, and thus was incomplete.

The instructions were as thus: the company would need to follow the clues to open the pirate chest. Any time another boat went past, as someone spotted it, they would have to shout ‘fire the cannons!” and the petal confetti cannons and the can cannon would be fired vaguely before or after the offending vessel. The nature checklist was set up as a competition -whoever spotted something on the list first, as long as they called it out and had another person verify it, they could check it off their list. The person who had the most would win the oreo chest at the end.

By the time the hens finally calmed down from their excited spotting of random ‘red flowers’ or ‘tree with no leaves’ or ‘kayak’ ect, I had manoeuvred the first of my four macrame’d bottles into their midst for someone to trip over and ‘discover’

This was an introduction from the pirate clan that ‘roamed these seas’ and challenged them to a duel of wits and puzzles (with a wax seal of a ship wheel stoppering the papers). We started off easy, with a page each of riddles and jokes that they had to come up with the punchlines for (the answers would be in the next bottle, it was written.) The jokes were dad-jokes bad, but they got a few chuckles. The riddles were harder, but surprisingly the one I thought was the cleverest was answered before it was even finished being read out.

The next bottle (with a starfish wax seal this time) had not only the answers for the jokes and riddles, but a little velvet pouch with a printed jigsaw of the bride dressed up and stood next to a captain Jack Sparrow statue, a photo that had been taken about 8 years previously.

The bottle after that (an anchor wax seal) had some lemon juice invisible ink. I had a lighter on standby, but the hob in the boat sufficed perfectly well to bring out the writing.

(it suffered some water damage post use, the whole riddle was visible)

Then, it was time to moor up and skip off to The Kings Arms for lunch, where I surreptitiously asked a waitress to bring the cardboard cryptex with her to the table. This could only be opened with the relevant pictograms, which the accompanying letter said the company already had the clues to open it (the wax seals!!). It had a written treasure map within it which led to the opposite side of All Cannings (and conveniently near the tow path) to a modern long barrow where I had hidden a clue.

This clue needed a penny as the reverse of the card was a diy’ed scratch card which revealed another number then it was time to get back on the boat.

The last macrame’d bottle got the hens doing a pirate word search (which I originally composed from here, and then fiddled with the unattached letters) then taking all the “floating letters” and running them through a substitution cypher (a=z, z=a) to reveal thirty words that just happened to fit in the last thirty spaces of the postcard decoder, revealing the last of the text for that (including the final number for the pirate chest) whilst the bride had to answer a pre-arranged quiz that the stag’s had composed for her about her fiancé (we had done one for the groom about her, which we later got a video of him answering very inebriated, it was great)

There was quite a bit of user error when it came to the floating letters, to which I was not particularly surprised, I had made it as simple as possible, but I myself had made about twenty versions of the darn thing and still always did something wrong, but eventually they had enough actual words for me to intervene and for them to find the combination to open the chest.

Inside there were some little extra things in case anyone was still wanting more things to do, but by this point the hens just wanted to chill and talk and chuck the remaining seed bombs into the canal. Two of the hens went off to the back of the boat to get some quality steering time, and we had a good five minute convoy with some inquisitive cygnets before arriving only 15 minutes out of our time slot!

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