I’ve seen many different DIY cake stand ideas on Pinterest but this is actually the first time that I ever made one! What have I been waiting for? I’ve had this candlestick for YEARS and have used it in many holiday decor vignettes in my home and markets. I bought it at an estate sale for $1.00. The cheese dome I found just recently at my favorite thrift store. It was $1.99 for the top and bottom. The wood base has a few scratch marks on it and there was just a tiny chip off one edge of the dome.
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Supplies for DIY Cake Stand
- cheese dome & tray (from the thrift store)
- candlestick (from the thrift store)
- wood glue
- paint – I used Paint & Paddles, Oyster
- paintbrush
- sandpaper
- Americana Decor varnish
How to Make a Cake Stand
I started by cleaning all three pieces with some all-purpose cleaning spray and an old washcloth. They were pretty gross!
Then I removed the feet off the bottom of the wood base, turned it upside down, and glued the candlestick to the center. I measured just to make sure I had it directly in the middle.
Then, I let the wood glue dry overnight before painting two coats of creamy chalk-type paint. I used two coats of paint, let it dry completely, and sanded it with 320-grit sandpaper. To finish off, I covered it with a light coat of matte varnish.
Using a cake (or cookie) stand makes even simple storebought cookies look more elegant, don’t you think?
I’m using this right now but it’ll probably be in my Paris Flea Market booth next month. I’ll come back and update to let you know what it sells for.
More Thrift Store Makeovers
If you enjoyed this DIY cake stand, you might also like these:
- DIY Painted Picture Frames
- The Secret to Homemade Chalk Paint
- Dollar Store DIY Cake Stands
- How to Choose a Cake Stand
- DIY Remote Control Tray
Thanks for reading my project! I’d love to hear what you’ve been making. Leave a comment and let me know.
‘Til the next project,
Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim
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Originally published on February 27, 2017.
Vicki Peterson says
Love it. It’s great seeing all the fun stuff you can make with thrift store finds!
Smiling Notes says
I always love simple and creative DIYs especially if it’s a thrifty find 🙂 Thanks for joining us at the Family joy blog link up party. Pinned 🙂 xoxo
ducttapeanddenim says
Thanks for pinning!
Kim~madeinaday says
This is so cute! I actually have one of those cheese/cake thingys and my husband washed it in the dishwasher and ruined it. Great inspiration! Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Have a great week! Sharing on Twitter.
Kim
Lisa says
Great project Ann. I love how this turned out.
Have a great weekend.
ducttapeanddenim says
Thanks, Lisa!
Sandra Garth says
I have had a cheese dome for over 20 years and haven’t used it once. On the other hand, I bake lots of cakes and love collecting cake stands. This project is definitely for me!
Toni | Small Home Soul says
Wow, it looks like it came that way from the store! Lovely 🙂
Kathy A says
I have a cheese dome sitting on my kitchen counter waiting for inspiration to strike. Maybe NOW, I’ll have some incentive. Thanx for the nudge!
ducttapeanddenim says
Yes… do it!
Kim says
I love this! I especially love that you have had the candlestick for years and still remember what you paid for it😊 I forget things in the oven but can remember what I paid for treasures😉 years ago😂 Thank you for sharing your talents❤
Maurine says
Very helpful tips for my thrift shopping 🛍 keep up the good work with your blog I’m sure lots of people will appreciate what you’re doing.
Maurine