I've restored a few Barbie items myself. Diluted white glue can work wonders - it dries clear and you can control the consistency. Use a soft paintbrush to apply. For cleaning, a bit of baking soda on a damp cloth can lift dirt without damage. But always test a small …

Ah, the joys of homebrewing. You’re never truly a brewer until you’ve mopped beer off your ceiling. Seriously though, controlling fermentation temperature might help prevent those pressure build-ups. Cooler temps usually mean slower, less violent fermentation. Also, make sure to leave enough headspace in your fermenter. Good luck with the …