iered serving stands are perfect for entertaining. Plus, they are truly easy to make. The cost of materials can be low, depending on where you purchase your plates from. You could potentially get everything from the dollar store (except for the E6000 glue).
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Supplies:
- E600 Glue
- 2 – 3 Melamine plates in different sizes
- Glass or acrylic candlesticks
I got my plates at Walmart. They were only a couple of dollars a piece. I got the glass candlesticks from the Dollar Tree. And of course, I have my trusty E6000 glue. I think this stuff is pretty toxic, but it sure does work great on a variety of projects. I just used it the other day to glue my son’s plastic toy ax back together. Just be sure to work in a well-ventilated area.
Note: I have found a new adhesive that doesn’t seem as smelly, and works just as well as E6000. I now use Power-Tac for all my heavy duty adhesive projects.
Step One:
Glue your candlestick upside down to the top smallest plate. I chose to use the candlestick upside down to provide more stability under the plate, as well as have less of it showing on the plate below. This leaves more room to put things on the tray. But really you could use it either way. After each step I allowed the glue to dry for a few minutes. You can still move it around for a while as it takes 24 hours to cure.
After each step I allowed the glue to dry for a few minutes. You can still move it around for a while as it takes 24 hours to cure.
Step Two:
Glue the top of the candlestick to the next biggest plate. I used a dry erase marker to mark where the candlestick would go. You could also just eyeball it. Wipe off the dry erase marker after the glue has set up.
Repeat steps one and two to attach another plate if you want!
Step Four:
Enjoy your new serving tray!
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I am still on the fence as to whether or not I want to add another candlestick to the bottom of the whole thing.
Here is what it looks like without it:
Tell me: What do you think – bottom candlestick or no candlestick?
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Suburbsmama says
June 17, 2011 at 2:40 amvery cute. I love tiered trays
Tracy says
June 18, 2011 at 3:11 amThat looks great! I love the look with the candlestick on the bottom. It looks like a great summer dessert tray, or appetizer tray. Target had some of those style plates on clearance this week, might have to go back and get them!
-Tracy @ Ruffle Art
Madigan at madiganmade says
June 18, 2011 at 3:40 amVery cute! I love seeing these cake stand ideas because everyone has a different mix of ideas and plates fun
Christina says
June 18, 2011 at 5:44 amI love these plates together, nice job! I must get some E6000 glue and try this soon.
Thanks for the inspiration!
Wanda says
June 18, 2011 at 7:28 pmAdorable! Gotta make, soon!
HI THERE! says
August 5, 2011 at 5:00 amI really like your mix of colors and patterns – so fun! I think I like it better without the other candle stick on the bottom but it looks cute either way. Now you just need to fill it up with yummy treats!
Jenn :)
Marcia Henderson says
February 20, 2014 at 3:16 pmLove this, I am making some platters for my daughter’s birthday party.
I like it both ways with and without the bottom
Lauras Crafty Life says
February 20, 2014 at 5:47 pmThanks so much Marcia. These are so easy to make. I wish I had more storage so I could make one in every color! Have a great party! xo, Laura
Deb Molnar says
October 27, 2014 at 7:37 pmI’ve been looking for cheap glass candlesticks everywhere–our Dollar stores are pretty lousy, and we don’t have a Dollar tree in our town. I’ll just keep on hunting! Resale stores in our area don’t have them, either, or Goodwill.
Laura Silva says
October 28, 2014 at 7:37 amSo sorry you can’t find them! Our Dollar Tree almost always has them. But I know each store is a little different. I am also surprised you are not finding any at the thrift stores! Good luck on finding them. Maybe try your local craft store and use a coupon? xo, Laura