DIY: Cake Plate

I loved the idea of a DIY Cake Plate. I came across this idea on Pinterest.

Have I mentioned how much I love that place? :)

Well, I also LOVE vintage dishes.

This is a great way to use those pretty plates that you just can't pass up.

Here's how mine turned out...

Now it's your turn...

 Step by Step Instructions:

1. Pick out your pretty plate/plates.

 2. Find a base. 

Candlestick holders from thrift stores work great.

3. Prime your base.

This is my favorite primer.

4. Paint your base with color of choice.

My plate had just a bit of yellow mixed in with the pretty pinks.

I wanted the base to "pop", so I went with a bright and sunny yellow.

5. Apply the glue to your base.
(my husband was happy to be the model for this one)

This was the glue we used:

6. Find the center and apply the base.
Let it dry overnight.

Now you get to enjoy a pretty cake plate!

I think there are so many ways to use these. They make beautiful cake/pastry plates. A small plate could be used for a birthday cupcake or a candle. Perhaps a small dish for jewelry or a bar of hand soap placed next to the sink. I think they would make a very unique and thoughtful gift as well. That's what I have in mind for the two I made. I know exactly who I am passing these on to.

You can find me on Pinterest here .
(if you like this sort of thing you might enjoy my "Get Crafty" pinboard)
I got this idea from here .

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