DIY: Tree Pedestal Cake stand
I’ve realized after blogging for a little over a year how much sucker I am for anything rustic. Yes, the theme has been used a lot recently in weddings, but I still love it and I don’t think anything says more "woodland rustic chic" than a cakstand made out of real wood. Are you throwing an indoor wedding and having diffuculty bringing the outdoors in? How about surprising guests with 4- 5 log stands on a dessert table with mini cakes and pies on top and flowers scattered everywhere? Laurie, thank you again for such a lovely project!
The come in a variety of sizes ranging from 5 inches to 12 inches in
diameter. They are usually found in the section with the wood-burning
kits and other wood crafts. They are clean, sanded and ready to use.
Put a generous amount of extra strong wood glue on the surface. (see
figure 1)
wood plaque and press down firmly. Wipe away any excess glue with a
clean, damp cloth. (see figure 2)
least one hour. If you don’t have a wood clamp, you can stack a few
heavy books on top of your pedestal until it’s dry. (see figure 3)
4) or use as a base for a centerpiece. If you want to place food
directly on the wood surface, coat it first with a food-safe wood
sealer. If you would like to keep the wood it’s natural color, place a
piece of parchment paper beneath your cake or dessert.
MidwestElle writes
This is fabulous and it just might fit in with our theme. Thanks!
jackie@bridesandbabes writes
The husband would have loved this. Thanks for sharing!
Kristal writes
Oh my goodness, that is soooo cute! Sometimes I wish I was having a rustic themed wedding so I could do things like this!
Hanna writes
I am totally using this idea! I was looking to do something like this, but now I have a clear visual! Thank you!
Hanna writes
Where is a good place to look for the wood plaques?
wedding chicks writes
that’s really creative, and adorable!! (:
laurie cinotto writes
Hanna..Most craft stores should carry them. I know for sure Michael’s has them.
Penny writes
i wish my wedding was rustic too. do you think i could get away with tree cake stands and a nautical theme:)?
Ashley Dernick writes
This is terrific! My favorite DIY I have seen!
Hanna writes
Thanks!
Nina writes
ADORABLE!
edyta szyszlo photo writes
perfect idea!!
Carlina writes
Adorable! Exactly what my Oct wedding needs. Not to mention it’s being held in a chalet style ski lodge. Think it could hold a 3-tier cake?
Laurie CInotto writes
Carlina, the wood glue is really strong,, but I think If i were going to put that much weight on it, I might reinforce it with a wood screw in the center to be safe.
paula writes
I am smitten with this idea.
oddsundayd writes
We featured this gorgeous log on our blog…so inspiring!
jes writes
oooh! i love this project!
Sarah writes
This is perfect! Would you be interested in posting it over at instructables.com? It wouldn’t take any extra time at all, since you already have awesome pictures and instructions. Once you do, let me know and I’ll be sure to feature it on our front page!
(let me know if you have any questions!)
jessica writes
this is so clever! you have the best ideas, really.
myDIYweddingday writes
Oh, how beautiful and unique! I linked back to this from my blog. Thanks!
abby jenkins writes
Love! We got married at an arboretum so using similar cake stands (like we did) was a natural. Had friends and family make various cupcake to fill them. Thanks for sharing the link, helpful for people who loved ours.
Celine writes
Oh! I wish I had this at my wedding! It’s so beautiful!
Lucky In Love writes
Such a great idea. Love it.
Katee Grace writes
This is lovely! I absolutely adore this! Wonderful idea and love your directions! What a wonderful idea!
kerry writes
too bad you or someone doesn’t make these themselves, b/c i sure would buy one, rather than making it myself… ;)
hillary writes
Such a lovely idea!!! Anyone have any ideas where to get a Cross-Section of a Tree Limb?
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Kathy Jo Peterson writes
I just love the look of these. So innovative!
Kathy Jo Peterson
Owner of http://www.raisethecake.com
Mindy writes
So simple, yet I would never have thought of that. I have to make one of these now… Thanks for the idea!
Hmm, not too sure about these for wedding cakes but I’m sure they could be made into great centrepieces.
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forex robot writes
good article as usual!
woodmayLea writes
of course I fell in love with this, but was finding it difficult to find wood plaques like that or tree branches.. i live in an apartment.. craigslist fixed the second issue, and joann’s fabrics has the wood plaques, search basswood plank.. for 9.99.. with 40% off coupon, looks like 6 bucks. awesomeness!!!!
sarah writes
I love this and I am definitely going to make these!
Brooke Thetincat writes
Wonderful Creative idea
We love it !
Kathie Lichtenwalter writes
Living in the woods on the edge of a small town, I was dumbfounded that people wondered “where to get wood plaques.” They come from trees. The woods out back!! My future daughter-in-law, a horticulture major, and I campe up with this idea sitting around the dining room table, the husband of our decorator is going to cut the logs and glue them together. The reception coordinator overheard the idea and found a picture so he woudl know what we were asking!!! So if you want to find a store to buy them–fine. We’re going out back . . .
Erin writes
This is awesome. I think it use it for so much more than weddings too!