I've just inherited a really gorgeous, old, very high-quality set of pearls from a family member. In addition to making sure they don't need to be restrung so that I don't accidentally break them, I'd actually like to see about breaking the set apart. Because they have strong sentimental value to many of the women in my family, if I could find a large enough quantity of identical pearls, I'd like to have my one set split into two or three sets to give to other family members, each containing some of the original pearls from my necklace. So my question is, who is the best jeweler in the DC metro area to find out whether such a project is feasible? Cost is not really a factor, at least not at this stage of the process. Thanks!
posted by decathecting
on May 4, 2013 -
19 answers
I'm looking for a web (or desktop at a push) app that will help me track customer special orders.
[more inside]
posted by dance
on Sep 20, 2012 -
1 answer
Mefites of Holland! Send me to your favorite ethnic grocery stores and trattorias in
de Randstad. Bonus points for North Holland (esp. Haarlem-A'dam-Alkmaar), and you win 1,000 internets if you know of a real Mexican, Thai or Indian grocer anywhere within 250k of Amsterdam.
posted by digitalprimate
on Aug 15, 2012 -
14 answers
Are there any good, accessible venues in Toronto (near the UofT Campus/St. George) for student events? (i.e. pubs, restaurants, and coffee houses?).
[more inside]
posted by 1000monkeys
on Jul 2, 2012 -
3 answers
Two questions based around Amazon.co.uk. I would like to know, probably rough, figures for Amazon.co.uk customer base and the average percent discount they have on books.
posted by dazzle
on May 30, 2012 -
1 answer
Where in central London, not online, can I buy a nice ladies kimono (say a silk one about £150 or so) right now?
posted by Segundus
on May 30, 2012 -
5 answers
I'm trying to remember a book that explains how to build a machine shop step by step from a pile of coal.
[more inside]
posted by krisak
on May 5, 2012 -
5 answers
I'm getting married in San Diego in the middle of February. I will have a short span of time to acquire a wedding band in a city I know nothing about. Do you have an suggestions where I might find a non-jeweled, yellow-gold, vintage, possibly deco-period, wedding band?
posted by Foam Pants
on Jan 30, 2012 -
6 answers
I have a bunch of cool stuff I want to sell. Clothing, furniture, original art work, books, vintage items, etc. But I can't stand eBay.
[more inside]
posted by zenpop
on Jan 3, 2012 -
10 answers
What online retailers should I use to purchase gifts for my relatives in other states, now that I'm aware of how Amazon treats its warehouse employees and do not wish to purchase anything from them until they improve the working conditions and increase their wages?
[more inside]
posted by jsturgill
on Dec 11, 2011 -
11 answers
I love natural, reclaimed and sustainable products for the home. I prefer simple designs and natural materials: wood, stone, leather, silk, etc. My favorite online shops are
VivaTerra and
Terrain. The problem is that they only ship to US. Do you know of a shop that will ship to Europe or a similar European online shop?
posted by leigh1
on Nov 30, 2011 -
2 answers
Looking for a website that sells jewelry with a search option for specific themes. Specifically, I want to buy a bracelet with a camera charm.
[more inside]
posted by alona
on Nov 27, 2011 -
8 answers
Long ago I found a British online shop selling cool "science toys". It had things
like aerogel, although I'm not sure if it actually sold aerogel. One thing I specifically remember is a "trick pen" where it looked like there was no way for the button on the top to do anything, and the centre section was 4 thin metal rods. The rods were actually hollow and contained a wire that transmitted the force. Help me find it again!
[more inside]
posted by curious_yellow
on Aug 18, 2011 -
2 answers
I've had a Canon 5D Mark II for about 2.5 years, and I've recently noticed some bad dust particle issues that are on the sensor or mirror, not the lens. Can someone recommend a good camera store in New York City that could do a good professional job of cleaning my sensor (and an idea of how much this will cost)? I've looked into cleaning kits, and I think I would rather have a professional do it. Thanks!
[more inside]
posted by samoa
on Jul 24, 2011 -
4 answers
I'm trying to identify an art gallery that I stumbled upon in Kyoto 4 years ago close to the Philosopher's Path.
[more inside]
posted by rabidsegue
on Jul 21, 2011 -
3 answers
Anyone have any recommendations for a reputable (and affordable?) motorcycle mechanic in Portland Oregon?
posted by Sharakov
on May 13, 2011 -
1 answer
Where can I get a pack of four or five 256/512 mb usb flash drives to be used as give-aways?
[more inside]
posted by robobrent
on Apr 13, 2011 -
19 answers
Help me name my Etsy shop for my crafts! I mostly make ribbon & fabric flower pins, needle-felted animals, and sew simple bags & purses. I need a clever little name for my humble Etsy shop; this name would also be used on labels for the items, and as a general identity for my crafting persona.
[more inside]
posted by lychee
on Feb 4, 2011 -
22 answers
I want to buy some Scandinavian modern furniture with a cherry finish, but it just doesn't seem to be available here in the northeast of England. Can I order it somewhere?
[more inside]
posted by klausness
on Feb 2, 2011 -
11 answers
What options exist in the Chantilly VA area if I want to continue my woodworking hobby but don't want to rent a place with a garage / shop space?
[more inside]
posted by macfly
on Jan 23, 2011 -
8 answers
Is there a metal shop that I could theoretically rent out for a day in NYC? (Not 3rd Ward)
[more inside]
posted by Bengston
on Jan 12, 2011 -
2 answers
Car Accident Filter: I was rear-ended this week and while I know you are not my insurance agent, doctor or my lawyer, I would greatly appreciated help on what to do next. (More inside)
[more inside]
posted by damiano99
on Dec 17, 2010 -
17 answers
I want to buy
pimentón (smoked paprika) online. Can you recommend good european spice shop? I've checked ebay, but I want to see if I can get a better deal somewhere else.
posted by leigh1
on Oct 25, 2010 -
14 answers
I'm doing some preliminary research into what it would take to run a garage on solar power. This, of course, means using a solar array to power the heavy duty shop equipment that runs on 220.
[more inside]
posted by Jon-o
on Aug 1, 2010 -
7 answers
What US department store -- besides Sephora -- has the best [widest?] selection of perfume? Bonus points if they will give samples -- I don't like to buy something without wearing it for a day first.
[more inside]
posted by fiercecupcake
on Jul 30, 2010 -
15 answers
Stuck on an island. Need supplies. Can anyone recommend a good site for specifically chinese foods?
[more inside]
posted by tokidoki
on Jul 14, 2010 -
2 answers
Massachusetts Burbs Filter: I live in the Metro-west area of Massachusetts (Hopedale, Milford, Medway, Bellingham), where are the great coffee shops and places for chilling out and doing some writing or just relaxing with a cup of tea and a good book?
[more inside]
posted by modoriculous
on Jun 17, 2010 -
1 answer
My grandfather told me a story about a famously filthy and wealthy hoarder that lived in his neighborhood in Staten Island. He said there was a documentary made about the guy but I can't find anything about it on the internet. Anyone know the name?
Other information: his name was Murray and he owned a bicycle shop possibly called "Murrita's."
posted by pynchonesque
on Jun 6, 2010 -
4 answers
Best coffee shops in San Francisco for hanging out and reading for a few hours?
[more inside]
posted by MillMan
on May 27, 2010 -
12 answers
I want to open a coffee shop but I have no experience in the industry. Where do I start?
[more inside]
posted by evanm
on Apr 22, 2010 -
17 answers
Do you know of any booksellers in the Washington, DC area that sell Arabic books? I'm looking for shops that sell fairly current novels and nonfiction written in the Arabic language. Also, it would be nice if it was accessible by public transport. Thanks.
posted by bluefly
on Apr 20, 2010 -
5 answers
I Need A New Wallet: My nylon army surplus wallet is finally falling apart and I'd like a grown up wallet to keep my cards in. Caveats: Must be slim enough not to bulge in pants, stylish enough to be taken out in daylight, and practically indestructible.
[more inside]
posted by The Whelk
on Mar 16, 2010 -
37 answers
I want to possess the knowledge, tools, materials, and workspace to make whatever the hell I feel like making, whenever I feel like making it. Because I can’t do this overnight, I want to start with the most versatile tools and skill first.
[more inside]
posted by bondcliff
on Feb 22, 2010 -
48 answers
