{"id":28312,"date":"2017-04-25T02:05:00","date_gmt":"2017-04-25T07:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com?p=28312&#038;preview=true&#038;preview_id=28312"},"modified":"2025-03-16T03:21:34","modified_gmt":"2025-03-16T03:21:34","slug":"diy-cake-stand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/2017\/04\/25\/diy-cake-stand\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Small DIY Cake Stand With A Variety of Uses!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28421\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-SQ2.png\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make.\" width=\"630\" height=\"630\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28224\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/blank630x20-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This small DIY cake stand &#8220;can&#8221; be used for cake without the top tier but it&#8217;s really meant\u00a0 for holding fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, cupcakes tea bags etc. Made from clay pots, it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make and looks lovely sitting on your counter or table or buffet. In fact you can make a matching set with our <a href=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/2017\/04\/25\/elegant-diy-clay-pot-sugar-dispenser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Elegant DIY Clay Pot Sugar Dispenser<\/a>.\u00a0 We even have another version of a <a href=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/2016\/05\/17\/lovely-little-diy-sugar-bowl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DIY Sugar Bowl<\/a> here that we made to match our <a href=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/outdated-kitchen-transformation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">kitchen makeover<\/a>. So grab you some clay pots and have fun!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1>DIY Cake Stand Etc. Supplies<\/h1>\n<ul>\n<li>Terracotta Pots (we used a 2 1\/2&#8243; &amp; 4&#8243;)<\/li>\n<li>Terracotta Plates (we used a 8&#8243; &amp; 4&#8243;)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2oEp0gp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Epoxy<\/a> or Strong Clear Glue<\/li>\n<li>Paint, <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2q0S5F4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">White<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/29T9NkH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mod Podge<\/a> (optional for graphics)<\/li>\n<li>Graphics Download Below(optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>MISC COLORS\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>As we did several styles but only show the one, here are some of the colors we used for the others:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31955\" src=\"https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/cake.tier_.paint_-e1533767192288.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"386\" height=\"313\" \/><\/p>\n<h1><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28224\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/blank630x20-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/>Download Mod Podge Graphics<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">pdf<br \/>\n<div class=\"sdm_download_button_box_default\"><div class=\"sdm_download_link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/?sdm_process_download=1&download_id=28408\" class=\"sdm_download green\" title=\"Cake Stand Graphics\"  download>Download Now!<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; color: #993366;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28410\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/screenshot509-Apr.-25-09.26.png\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make.\" width=\"250\" height=\"273\" \/>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h1><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28224\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/blank630x20-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/>Instructions<\/h1>\n<p>Gather your supplies. \u00a0We used the pot &amp; plate sizes listed above, but you can use 10&#8243;-4&#8243; plates with 6&#8243;-2 1\/2&#8243; pots in the arrangement of your choice.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28323\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Begin by painting the pots and plates with an acrylic paint.<br \/>\nTIP: If you opt for spray paint, be sure to coat everything\u00a0in a base coat of acrylic first. \u00a0This will allow the spray paint to adhere to the porous surface more easily, preventing the need for 3-4 coats.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28324\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-2.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Once dry, disperse a significant amount of epoxy.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28325\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-3.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" \/>Mix thoroughly per the instructions.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28326\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-4.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Using a craft stick, apply a generous amount of epoxy to the bottom of your largest clay pot.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28327\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-5.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Turn the largest clay plate upside down and place the clay pot, glue side down, into the center of the plate. If you choose to Mod Podge our free graphics on you would need to do so before gluing the pots on. Take a peek at the bottom of our post for the Mod Podged version!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28328\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-6.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Repeat this step with the smaller pot and plate.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28329\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-7.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Let set for 15 minutes. \u00a0Place a line of epoxy around the lip of the smallest pot.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28330\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-8.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Carefully flip over and place in the center of the large plate. \u00a0Let dry overnight.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28331\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-9.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>This project is so quick and simple that you&#8217;ll have a beautiful counter top stand in no time! \u00a0Use it to hold fruit, tea, cooking spices or your cell phone and keys. \u00a0Want an easy to do design? \u00a0Check out our free printables that give you a variety of options that you can print, cut and easily Mod Podge onto the plate surfaces prior to gluing!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28332\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-10.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" \/><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28333\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-11.jpg\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28224\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/blank630x20-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28334\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand.png\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make. \" width=\"630\" height=\"991\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28224\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/blank630x20-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28419\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-c.png\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make.\" width=\"630\" height=\"920\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28224\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/blank630x20-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28417\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/DIY-Cake-Stand-a.png\" alt=\"This small DIY cake stand can hold so much more! Fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, tea bags etc. Made from clay pots it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make.\" width=\"630\" height=\"1055\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28224\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/blank630x20-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34095\" src=\"https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/CountertopStandP.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/CountertopStandP.jpg 630w, https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/CountertopStandP-158x300.jpg 158w, https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/CountertopStandP-538x1024.jpg 538w, https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/CountertopStandP-600x1143.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28224\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/blank630x20-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This small DIY cake stand &#8220;can&#8221; be used for cake without the top tier but it&#8217;s really meant\u00a0 for holding fruit, cookies, nuts, candy, cupcakes tea bags etc. Made from clay pots, it\u2019s simple and inexpensive to make and looks lovely sitting on your counter or table or buffet. 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