Are certificates of origin for sapphires a scam? Is my jeweler going to overcharge me for a sapphire, and should I get one online instead of through him? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 6, 2009 - 8 answers

I'm looking for a cake pan/mold in the shape of the traditional theater comedy/drama masks. [more inside]
posted by He Is Only The Imposter on Oct 1, 2009 - 4 answers

Please share your experiences with overseas tailors [more inside]
posted by btkuhn on Sep 16, 2009 - 21 answers

This is a question about a 30 year old Volvo and making it awesome. HHO generators, paint, and maintenance included. [more inside]
posted by TomMelee on Aug 17, 2009 - 17 answers

What technique and supplies are used to print on cotton tape/ribbon? [more inside]
posted by Ugh on Aug 9, 2009 - 1 answer

Where can I order 25 color shirts with a single-color custom design (that I can upload) on the front? I'm looking for as cheap as possible. [more inside]
posted by brenton on Jun 17, 2009 - 7 answers

How can I sell a fairly small number of t-shirts and/or stickers in Australia? [more inside]
posted by Stylus Happenstance on Jun 12, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm looking to make a couple couple custom decks of playing cards. Google returns a ton of companies that do this. Does anyone have any personal experience and recommendations? And, any idea on what I can expect to pay?
posted by NotMyselfRightNow on May 22, 2009 - 4 answers

Poker table cloth fabric (velveteen or similar) that is larger than 60" wide? [more inside]
posted by Alec Loudenback on May 17, 2009 - 7 answers

I need a custom number format for Excel that only gives me a decimal when I need it. [more inside]
posted by lou on Apr 26, 2009 - 5 answers

How can I best spray paint my white Macbook's exterior? [more inside]
posted by ilumos on Mar 18, 2009 - 9 answers

Opensource Joomla CMS addon: Looking for a build that supports blogging, CMS, registered areas, and such. More info after the link. [more inside]
posted by spinko on Feb 28, 2009 - 2 answers

How do I mount somewhat wrinkled prints for framing? Or alternately, how can I smooth out a wrinkled screenprint before framing – would a water bath be a horrible idea? [more inside]
posted by allisonrae on Feb 4, 2009 - 5 answers

What file are settings (created macros, custom toolbar buttons, etc.) stored in in Word 2000? [more inside]
posted by roxie110 on Jan 18, 2009 - 2 answers

How can I get sweatpants with custom words across the butt? [more inside]
posted by grobstein on Jan 8, 2009 - 16 answers

I know that I can get single custom made shirts from Cafe Press and some other places, but does anyone know of a place in NYC where I can get a heat press letter shirt made? I just want to walk in and walk out with the shirt done.
posted by josher71 on Dec 16, 2008 - 6 answers

The right 1/3 of my laptop's LCD is unusable. Is it possible to make Windows XP display on only the left 2/3 of the screen? [more inside]
posted by xxnopiratesxx on Nov 18, 2008 - 5 answers

I want to find a replacement for a men's Gucci wallet from the late 90's - either the same wallet (new or hardly used, ideally) or one with all the same "features". Can you help me find one, or if not, find out how to find it online or at a store in New York? [more inside]
posted by L'homme armé on Nov 8, 2008 - 2 answers

I want to build a custom bike, and I've got a few questions... [more inside]
posted by god particle on Nov 5, 2008 - 21 answers

Can you help me find a very specific custom rubber stamp? [more inside]
posted by simplethings on Nov 4, 2008 - 5 answers

How can I get an old leather handbag reproduced? [more inside]
posted by parrotmom99 on Nov 3, 2008 - 4 answers

Help me find places in the Washington, DC Metro area to sell edgy men's jewelry, and discover where my target customer shops. [more inside]
posted by Redruin on Oct 28, 2008 - 10 answers

Help me make a special t-shirt [more inside]
posted by Advocate, I on Oct 24, 2008 - 6 answers

How can I make an iPhone ringtone from a portion of a podcast? [more inside]
posted by Asherah on Oct 17, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm trying to find some examples (of code, or finished applications) of highly customised google maps implementations - in terms of design. [more inside]
posted by newformula on Sep 14, 2008 - 7 answers

Dearest Hivemind, I am looking to hire a freelance software developer to create some sort of workflow management tool for a small arts business. Apart from web designers/developers, I have never done this kind of thing before and am wondering if anyone could possibly have a look at my list of demands, and point me in the right direction to find my dream developer? I'm using Macs btw. [more inside]
posted by LongDrive on Jul 16, 2008 - 7 answers

Build My Custom Road Bike! I bike to work 7 months out of the year, but I'm by no means a bike geek. However, I'd like to build my own road bike because I'm tired of my Mongoose. MeFites, please guide me through this process and/or recommend resources to help a first-timer out. [more inside]
posted by sciurus on Jul 9, 2008 - 31 answers

Is there any way to embed (is that the right word?) a Google Custom Search Engine on a Google Site? [more inside]
posted by ian1977 on Jul 6, 2008 - 4 answers

Suggestions on something to put in the pattern/logo/inlay area on my car's aftermarket shift knob? [more inside]
posted by de void on May 15, 2008 - 17 answers

How would one go about creating new functionality with google maps API?(eg. create a button that controls the zoom interface in order to with the click of one button zooms out then zooms in a new location at some preset speed, or perhaps flies you to several locations with one button click) [more inside]
posted by figTree on May 6, 2008 - 2 answers

Bowling ball wanted; I'm seeking advice as first-time buyer. [more inside]
posted by skyper on Apr 18, 2008 - 7 answers

Anyone with personal experience printing coffee mugs? Ordered out for a few cases from a printer I would prefer not to libel, got a mushy print job in return. Can you recommend specific printers? (Especially if they can do even, opaque flat area coverage on dark mugs) [more inside]
posted by clango on Apr 14, 2008 - 2 answers

I'm trying to negotiate the oft confusing waters of Microsoft products in an Enterprise environment. Long story short: trying to link to a custom form, or at least to the "choose a form" dialog box from a web page. [more inside]
posted by finitejest on Apr 3, 2008 - 1 answer

Am I getting screwed over? Is $295 for a double paned glass window normal or is that too much? [more inside]
posted by bigtalldave101 on Mar 26, 2008 - 16 answers

I can't believe I'm asking this, but oh well.... Okay, I write and troubleshoot a lot of code in classic ASP and have IIS running on my local machine... [more inside]
posted by SoulOnIce on Mar 19, 2008 - 5 answers

I think I need a seamstress or seamster, but I am not sure how to find one. [more inside]
posted by waywardgirl on Jan 17, 2008 - 7 answers

What web site provides a "Design Your Own" service for unique personalized bath abd body products? [more inside]
posted by campy on Dec 15, 2007 - 5 answers

How should I print and bind a custom coloring book? [more inside]
posted by burnmp3s on Dec 7, 2007 - 6 answers

Help me create custom documents out of pre-written paragraphs in Word. [more inside]
posted by bove on Dec 7, 2007 - 5 answers

Are we stuck with a custom-made couch we ordered that wasn't made to our specs? [more inside]
posted by kirkaracha on Dec 1, 2007 - 6 answers

Where can I get a hockey jersey customized in the Madison, WI area? [more inside]
posted by ganzhimself on Nov 26, 2007 - 6 answers

I've been asked to create a software facility through which a nurse can print medicine dosing cards for patients. [more inside]
posted by dance on Nov 5, 2007 - 2 answers

I know you can create custom error pages (via htaccess) for specific sites but is there a way to create a custom 'Page Cannot Be Displayed' page on the browser side with Explorer? I was thinking it might be nice to include a link to google cache of the page or perhaps automatically redirect Explorer to that page.
posted by linklog on Nov 1, 2007 - 7 answers

Custom motorcycle helmet artisans? Am needing to find someone to fabricate a DOT-approved motorcycle helmet for me. Artist/machinist needed. [more inside]
posted by MrTangent on Oct 22, 2007 - 8 answers

Can anyone recommend a good custom flag or banner maker? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt on Oct 11, 2007 - 2 answers

What's the latest/greatest custom firmware for my psp? [more inside]
posted by juv3nal on Oct 10, 2007 - 2 answers

I need covers for the cushions on my couch. Where can I get them with these custom dimensions for a reasonable cost (20ish a piece)? [more inside]
posted by crewshell on Sep 27, 2007 - 2 answers

culturally normal for turkish college-age men to kiss before bed? [more inside]
posted by kraigory on Aug 31, 2007 - 16 answers

Where are the makers of custom-made, high-heel fetishy boots? [more inside]
posted by sandra_s on Aug 26, 2007 - 11 answers

I'm looking for a place in Seattle or nearby that makes wacky and creative custom cakes similar to those featured on the Food TV program "Ace of Cakes". [more inside]
posted by matildaben on Aug 6, 2007 - 4 answers