Update 2019: I still use these to this day! You can even see them in action at Brynn’s 5th birthday party. They have held up very well and continue to be one of my most useful thrift store makover/upcycle projects.
I took it upon myself to add a cupcake stand to the never-ending list of projects for Bean’s first birthday. Luckily, it was the easiest project of all.
Here’s how you can make your own:
Begin with 2 candlestick holders. I got these at a thrift store for $2.
Spray paint them white (or any other desired color).
Select 2 plates that your cupcakes/cake will be displayed on (I got these at Walmart for $4 each).
Apply glue to candlestick holder and center plate on top. Turn upside down and place heavy book on top of candlestick to ensure a strong hold. Let cure for 24 hours.
The finished project:
I decided not to glue the 2 plates together so that I can use them as cake stands as well.
They turned out awesome and worked great, my mom didn’t know that I had made them myself until I told her!
I just loved your idea !!
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Awesome creation ! I am thinking about some cake stands design for my online store & i have got here exceptional idea.Thanks a lot !
This is exactly what I need! Thanks for this simple way to make a cupcake stand. XOXO http://pinkheartstring.blogspot.com/
Um, I absolutely LOVE this! I have been searching for a white cake and cupcake stand, and it seems they are overpriced or aren't exactly what I want! Now I can make my own! So excited! -Jessica L
Wish I could claim the idea as my own, took some inspiration from quite a few other DIY cupcake stands. BUT, I did try to make it my own 🙂
Awwww, thanks for spreading the word on Pinterest!
Thanks for featuring my project!
Love this! So cute! Thanks for sharing at the Pomp Party! Pinning!
So simple and yet so cute. Lovely idea 🙂
Sarah
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Thanks so much for linking up to MRL. I think your cupcake stand, AND your cupcakes are adorable! 🙂
catching you!
gail
You should go for it, it was super easy.
I have been wanting to try a homemade cake stand. I like the idea of making a two tier one. Cute cupcakes too!