Comments on: How to Drill China to Make a Teacup Lamp

By: Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 21:44:51 +0000

In reply to Meari.

Welcome back friend!!!

I hope you found just what you needed. 🙂

be well!!

By: Meari

Meari — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 16:27:33 +0000

It’s been quite a while since I’ve been to your site. A friend was asking about drilling holes in china cups and here I am. 🙂 Thanks for the the info!

By: Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 22:10:13 +0000

In reply to Amanda. Thanks for your comment Amanda! Good luck with your project. gail

By: Amanda

Amanda — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 08:36:28 +0000

Great work! I am impressed with your work. I want to give this a try. Thanks and keep sharing.

By: Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson — Mon, 05 Feb 2018 14:08:03 +0000

In reply to A Wilson.

So sorry you had a difficult time. This project is not for an impatient person for sure. A drill press would be the best option to get this project done quickly and easily. I think the diamond bits work the best, and water is a must! You didn’t mention anything breaking… well maybe with the nail. 😉
Thanks for your input, it’s appreciated.

gail

By: A Wilson

A Wilson — Sun, 04 Feb 2018 21:06:37 +0000

Drill 3 minutes ? My teacups took more like 7-10. I tried glass & tile and diamond bits, battery and corded drill, different torque. Sometimes resorted to a nail – not recommended, it chips the outgoing side but that didn’t matter for a little planter. Maybe bits are tires?

By: Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 01:48:57 +0000

In reply to Eileen Harris. I'm glad you were successful with your project. Thanks for your input. I didn't use tape. gail

By: Eileen Harris

Eileen Harris — Sat, 30 Sep 2017 23:16:40 +0000

I was so excited to find this article when trying to figure out how to build a windchime out of a tea cup and saucer. Much to my dismay, however, there were some very critical steps missing on how to actually USE the diamond drill bit. I ended up having to read several articles online and watch several videos before I found out how to make it work. You could/should have added bracing the china article against the side of the tub; starting the hole with a piece of masking tape on the spot; and starting the drill at a 45 degree angle until a groove was made. Once I found those ideas, I was finally successful with my project. Thanks for the diamond drill bit idea.

By: Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson — Thu, 11 May 2017 02:20:28 +0000

In reply to Sharon Schultz.

I use rods, nuts and bolts from thrift store lamps. New lamp parts at the hardware store are very expensive.

hope this helps!
gail

By: Sharon Schultz

Sharon Schultz — Thu, 11 May 2017 01:32:21 +0000

Love the light!! Would like to know what electrical parts you use.
Thanks,
Katie & me