repurposing idea for insulators

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bluegrassfan76

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Several months ago we moved and needed some curtain tie backs in our main bedroom so I decided to use a couple old insulators that I had. I went to the local Ace Hardware and purchased two galvanized pipe nipples and flanges and within a few minutes had the tie backs that you see in the pics. Anyone else have neat ideas for old insulators? I'd love to see or hear them!

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I'm looking at making some sort of light fixture with insulators but have never attempted to drill through glass so I'm going to have to study up on that before I try it.
 

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You'll likely need a drill-bit designed for ceramic tile & glass, and maybe water to keep it cool as it is quite thick glass and will heat up.
 

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I'm looking at making some sort of light fixture with insulators but have never attempted to drill through glass so I'm going to have to study up on that before I try it.
It can be done. There are lots of examples on Ebay. I've never tried it myself. I don't have the equipment.
 

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