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don't just seal it with any old epoxy, use something that is safe, like "salad bowl finish" found here:
http://www.rockler.com/ecom7/product_details.cfm?&offerings_id=5344
if you have a wood working shop or good hardware store near you, they probably carry this. I haven't seen it at my local HOme DEPOT, but I hate that place anyway.
Coconuts - clean, seal and use.
Bamboo - first make sure there are no splinters. Using green (freshly cut) bamboo sounds like a good idea too. I would imagine that if you put a couple coats of salad bowl finish (or something similiar) it won't crack. I have not had any problems with cracking on my bamboo lamps I make if I put several coats of sealer on it. I can't say for certain how liquid would effect the bamboo after being sealed (as I've never tried it), but try it out and see how it goes!
good luck!
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