This trunk is a curb recovery - I was hoping to lightly scrub it to remove some of the surface rust and seal it - To keep that 'Silent Hill' look without having the rust rub off on everything. Will I be destroying a priceless antique? What's the best choice for sealing it while keeping it's creepy look intact? [more inside]
posted by Orb2069 on Aug 29, 2009 - 12 answers

What do I do with all these potatoes? I need recipes that keep, and/or storage tips for tons of small to medium sized potatoes. [more inside]
posted by purpletangerine on Jul 3, 2009 - 26 answers

What's the best way to freeze bacon? Or should I just leave it in the fridge? [more inside]
posted by billysumday on Dec 30, 2008 - 26 answers

How can I preserve / back up long sms conversations with one other person -- simply as long chunks of plain text containing entire conversations? [more inside]
posted by allterrainbrain on Jun 16, 2008 - 5 answers

What's the best format for an extremely lightweight drinker to buy & store wine, to enable very gradual consumption without the wine going sour? [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Apr 8, 2008 - 21 answers

I got a lamb skull from the supermarket (complete with meat) and I'm looking for the best way to remove all the non-bone parts and then preserve the bone for an art project. [more inside]
posted by andoatnp on Aug 12, 2007 - 19 answers

I just bought a dozen roses on my lunch break. Can't leave for work for 5 more hours. While I'm storing them in a glass of water, should I also snip the ends? Then do it again after surprising my sweetheart? Or just let them sit in peace?
posted by danny boy on Feb 14, 2005 - 7 answers