Insulators repurposed

Things to make with vintage glass insulators. Glass insulator crafts.

Beautiful and unique pair of glass insulator candlestick holders, cool industrial farmhouse look!! Handcrafted in my shop from vintage clear glass insulators, with metal candlestick holder and wax drip tray. Insulators are over 75 years old and may have some imperfections, but this just adds to the character! Would make a great addition to your home decor or give as a gift. Candles not included. Check out my shop for other variations!

Glass insulators were originally designed to keep telephone and telegraph wires insulated from the wooden poles that held them up. Our purpose at Flea market Gardening now, is to use and reuse them in our homes and gardens!

For as long as I can recall my family has collected insulators and there use to be a bunch on top of the hearth in out home. I'd play wit...

Learn how to easily make a designer Glass Insulator Candle for less ~ DIY! With just a few thrift store finds this project can be put together in just minutes.

Insulators color chart. I love colored glass and the story behind them is pure Americana...very cool.

I saw some old glass insulators somewhere online that had been painted into snowmen. For once, it wasn't on Pinterest! But...I don't know now where it was. They were pretty fancy, full of detail. I decided to experiment with some too, but keeping it simpler. The ones I had seen online had the eyes up in the recessed area where I have a fabric scarf. My hands are steady with a paint brush, but I don't know if they are THAT steady! When my sister saw the above photo on my facebook page, she…

Upcycled vintage glass insulators crafts

Discover more than 30 brilliant & creative ideas for reusing vintage glass insulators in gorgeous home décorations! Glass insulators are perfect for upcycling projects, and with their industrial style, they are an excellent material for lights, candle holders, or other decorations.