Have a beautiful cake stand that needs a special cake? From simple two layer to tiered wedding cakes, these easy recipes are worthy enough to perch on any cake stand.
Gorgeous holiday centerpieces don't always require a lot of time or expensive materials. Take inspiration from these beautiful arrangements that will wow your family and guests.
"… collection in progress, or make your own (see instructions and patterns in the link below), display them with pride on a cake pedestal or a bed of artificial snow and greenery. Turn unused candleholders into ornament display pieces. A length of sparkly garland …"
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… but not dripping; place the foam on a cake pedestal . Pin hydrangea leaves around the base … on a make-it-yourself multilevel cake stand . If the traditional bride-and-groom … fondant cakes displayed on a unique wooden cake stand . Surprise your groom, maid of honor …
Birthday Paper-Piecing Patterns
… cardstock. After she cut out the pieces, she lightly sanded the raised designs. For more delicate pieces, such as the cake stand , choose papers with a small-scale print so the pattern is visible. Get the free paper-piecing pattern. SOURCES Cardstock …
… a 6-inch-round ball of florist's foam in water. Cut a slice off one side of the ball so it will sit flat on a glass cake stand . Insert hydrangea, delphinium, and lily-of-the-valley into the foam ball until it is covered. If flower stems are …
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Bring a bit of the outdoors in, with this pretty pine cone display. Watch two different versions of this simple centerpiece idea, and then choose your favorite.
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No one can resist this warm cake topped with pears and its own velvety caramel sauce. What a spectacular finish to any holiday meal.
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Put pumpkins on a pedestal, then fill them with beautiful fall foliage for a one-of-a-kind centerpiece.
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Decorating with Natural Elements
… a uniform look. Then pile shells, coral, and apothecary jars on top of and around them for display with dimension. A cake pedestal creates an eye-catching base for a tabletop centerpiece. Get the Look: Start with a miniature orchid plant or spray of …
Double-Duty Decorating: Thanksgiving and Christmas
… evergreens, carrot tops, and kohlrabi along with festive candles. This centerpiece features a simple wreath placed on a glass cake stand , perfect for fall and winter. Find a clear glass lamp shade and place it facing up in the center of the wreath (on the …
… blueberries, strawberries, and our simple-to-make berry sauce. Our simple-to-make glaze makes this fluffy butter cake stand above the rest. Fresh strawberries make a festive (and delicious) topper. This no-bake dessert combines sweetened brie …
… used to feature colorful balls. Fresh or artificial greens help stabilize this arrangement of holiday balls atop a glass cake stand . The ornaments could also be hot-glued to the greens (use glue sparingly) to make them more secure. This iron urn …
… drawn from the palette. A milk-glass cake stand and damask-stripe tablecloth support … on a make-it-yourself multilevel cake stand . Elegant scroll designs and glossy fondant … to perfectly fit the elaborate silver cake stand , these chunky square layers are embellished …
… place on a small table. A cloche over a cake stand makes a fashionable ad hoc terrarium … half an inch of aquarium gravel on the cake stand for drainage. -- Sprinkle with fine … brushing away any remaining gravel off the cake stand . Why mess with stems or arranging at …
