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DIY :: Wooden Cake Stand

Alysia — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 18:57:28 +0000

Once Wed and Etsy joined forces to create a simply stunning cake stand. Made out of tree slices and parts of a trunk, this nature-inspired pedestal will impress your guests. Follow the link to read the easy step-by-step instructions.

Seems simple enough!

Sweet success!(Photos by Once Wed)

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DIY :: Cake Stands

Alysia — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 21:33:30 +0000

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream cake. It comes in all shapes, sizes, flavors and colors. No matter how you dice it, slice it or flavor it…I love it. Last month, I wrote about displaying your delicious treats on cake stands and pedestals, but don’t want to spend the money? Use these creative ideas to make your own. Just don’t glue your fingers together, it is harder to eat the cake that way.

1) Jack Be Nimble: Using commonly found items like candlesticks and plates can be a quick and easy way to create a stunning display. Dig around grandma’s cupboard or rifle through your local second hand shop for affordable deals.

2) Dessert Dish: To coordinate with your current dishware (a la Martha Stewart), use the cereal bowl and dinner plate to create a matching cake stand. A little ribbon goes a long way. Don’t forget it!

3) Cake Plant: Here is a creative idea! Using terra cotta pots and saucers in a non-conventional way takes the cake. Customize the cake stand to your theme or color palette by painting the pots.

4) Crystal Clear: Ikea never fails me. Using the cheap glass plates and a drinking glass will produce a lovely cake pedestal.

5) Paper or Plastic: This project requires more patience and craftiness, but is still quite easy to complete. Add more appeal to the stand by using detailed and textured ribbon.

Which one would you make? I will try the 2nd option, so it will match my current dishware. Nerdy. I know.

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Featured Product :: Cake Stands

Alysia — Fri, 08 May 2009 03:26:14 +0000

Food is one of the most important aspects in an event. Typically, your guests will choose with their eyes, rather than their stomach. Having the food presented in an artful display takes the food to the next step. A cake stand can be used for other things, not just a cake. Group muffins or layer scones for your next brunch. Add some candlelight romance to a dinner with a set of candles in various sizes to your dinner table. Let your creative side take over. Here are a few cake stands to help bring your table and food to new heights.

1) Full Metal Jacket: Aluminum cake stands make a bold and stylish statement. (Sur la Table; $20-$40)

2) Bright White: Earthenware is a no-fuss material that is casual enough for everyday use, but rises to the occasion for any celebration. (JCPenney; $24)

3) Good as Gold: Dress up your table in this shabby chic cake stand. Don’t let the delicate detailing fool you, it is durable to handle any occasion. (Amazon; $25)

4) Bead Delighted: The scalloped edging and beaded features creates a stylish setting for next brunch. (Pottery Barn; $38)

5) Take a Bow: The three tiers are laced with a gorgeous grosgrain ribbon. Your food will look like a present ready to be opened. (Layla Grayce; $150)

6) Naturally Green: Removable tiers add versatility to this set of cake plates. Hand painted borders and scalloped edges add a bit of an old world feel to this stoneware set. (Williams-Sonoma; $26-$39)

7) Crisp and Clean: Sleek lines and minimal approach to food presentation will bring out the modern style in you. A square version is also available. (Macy’s; $15-$30)

Ruffled Feathers: The crimped borders have an alluring feature to this pedestal cake stand. Stack or stand alone for a striking scene. (Feather Your Nest; $35-$55)

Which one takes the cake? I personally want them all.

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