Why do I get air bubbles when I apply varnish?
Herbie Hind: They are caused by undigested complex carbohydrates. Consider a change in diet. And by the way, over on this side of the pond we refer to that as gas. Or did you mean you get bubbles in the varnish itself? Whatever.
Ella Quince: Little air bubble gnomes visit your shop at night and blow each individual bubble into your varnish for you. They are similar to the elves who came to help the shoemaker in the children's story. Consider yourself very lucky to have this kind of mythical assistance in your work shop.
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