Mr. Fix-It

The First Mate and his wife were discussing Instant Pot and Crock Pot recipes last weekend.  I explained that my trusty Rival Crock Pot still worked but that the handle previously attached to the lid could no long hold a repeated glue fix under the duress of heat and steam. There was no longer a means to affix the handle to the lid.  It had been rendered useless.

After discussing options for replacement or a fix I proceeded to drill-out the soft, white metal fastener.

And replaced it with an odd wooden drawer-pull, a threaded bolt and a star-washer.

Bingo!  Temporary fix from odds and ends found in the workshop.

It's not likely a permanent fix - but it is stylish.....