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I would like to buy a locket (one that can hold small photos). It's for a tween, so I'd prefer something durable but not pricey. I haven't shopped for jewelry recently. Where is good to look?
posted by medusa at 1:55 PM - 7 answers

Has anyone bought any cute decorative sticky notes that actually stick? [more inside]
posted by a sourceless light at 11:11 AM - 6 answers

My wife has fallen in love with a particular notebook that used to ship internationally, but now only ships to the US. We're in the UK. I'd love to buy a bulk supply somehow, but am wary of the many and varied parcel forwarding services - does anyone have any experience of any of them (good or bad)? Or are there alternatives I could try? (I feel like this must have been asked and answered before, but I'm damned if I can find one recent enough to still be valid - my apologies if it's a well worn path)
posted by offmessage at 3:23 AM - 11 answers

I've received a couple of orders for which I was not charged. What could be going on? [more inside]
posted by SageTrail at 7:22 AM - 5 answers

I want to print some art posters on translucent film, and display them on the wall on top of a rectangle of light (probably a flat LED lightbox), as inexpensively as possible. Recommendations on where to buy vs. DIY? [more inside]
posted by rollcredits at 5:06 AM - 7 answers

Are Etsy chair makers any good? I'd like to purchase 6-8 dining room chairs with a mid-century sculptural style, made of actual wood. The least expensive option from a normal retailer I can find is this Ikea Skogsbo chair. [more inside]
posted by Number Used Once at 2:07 PM - 11 answers

When trying to shop local (walk) and buy less plastic, I look for non-applicator tampons. I can rarely find them in my local stores. So I end up ordering them from Amazon. Which sucks more for the for environment? [more inside]
posted by greta simone at 12:54 PM - 17 answers

Trying to find a supermarket in the Manhattan area that you know carries frozen (or canned, I guess) diced pumpkin with NO additives (i.e., ingredients list just reads "pumpkin"). [more inside]
posted by praemunire at 2:04 PM - 12 answers

my reliable 4+ year old iphone XR is now burning when I turn it on and I need to replace it today urgently but am overwhelmed by choices. I would rather stay iOS for ease but could switch if the option was better. The fairphone 4/5 are only available in my country by 3rd party retailers for a 10% mark-up, but that would be my preferred choice all other things equal. I don't need a better camera or blazing speed, just a reliable smartphone. Please advise before I make an expensive mistake!
posted by dorothyisunderwood at 11:53 PM - 7 answers

Why do customers have so much trouble using the Self-Checkout? Often, while standing in line behind them, I see people freeze up for what seems like minutes. If it's a language problem, I give you a pass; also if it's your first time (but there can't be that many self-checkout newbies now, can there?) [more inside]
posted by Rash at 5:47 PM - 73 answers

The local guy who made my absolutely perfect shampoo bars died unexpectedly, taking his secrets to the grave. All potential replacement bars have fallen short. Do you have one that you would recommend? [more inside]
posted by SeedStitch at 7:33 AM - 17 answers

I'm looking for the perfect dining chairs to match this round walnut dining table. Any suggestions of specific models would be excellent. [more inside]
posted by arcolz at 1:37 PM - 14 answers

I guess that's a pretty vague question. More accurate might be "is Fjallraven still a legitimate company" or something along those lines. We're having some problems getting items we ordered from them in September. [more inside]
posted by queensissy at 6:29 PM - 8 answers

Where can I purchase an infinitely reusable bottle that has the same type of thread as a 1L or 2L bottle of soda--literally the exact same thread as a liter bottle of Coke you buy in a vending machine or convenience store? [more inside]
posted by kensington314 at 1:38 PM - 9 answers

I'm helping somebody switch to vaping after a failed attempt, but I know nothing about vaping. We're trying to avoid the most harmful aspects, so we're looking for a vape with a stainless steel heating element, and they'll be avoiding certain flavors. They struggled with harsh throat feel when they tried it last time. [more inside]
posted by moira at 1:13 PM - 10 answers

Can you recommend a "nice" mobile computer desk? [more inside]
posted by saladin at 9:38 AM - 5 answers

I'm returning one of my Christmas presents. Due to circumstances, I only returned part of the item. How do I contact somebody competent at Amazon who can understand this complicated issue and find a resolution? [more inside]
posted by dubious_dude at 8:40 PM - 8 answers

Help me find a combination shelf desk for my daughters' room [more inside]
posted by saladin at 1:25 PM - 4 answers

I'm in the US and want to buy something in the UK that does not ship here. Can you recommend a parcel forwarding service that you can vouch for? Many of these services get mixed reviews. So even if you had a good experience I guess that's no guarantee, but it would still be helpful to hear. Also, were you able to get a price quote in advance so you had some idea of cost before committing?
posted by swheatie at 12:48 PM - 4 answers

London friend's birthday is this coming weekend. I want to order something delivered. No idea what's good across the pond. [more inside]
posted by greta simone at 8:15 AM - 11 answers