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Trash To Treasure

Upcycled Thrift Store DIY Dessert Stands

If you’ve been following along with me over the last couple weeks, you may have seen my posts for a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party baby shower I am decorating. I decided to make these Upcycled Thrift Store DIY Dessert Stands for the party but after making them, I’m excited to keep them and use them regularly.

Thrift Store Trash to Treasure DIY Dessert Stands

 

Materials:

  • Candlesticks
  • Plates
  • Glass Covers
  • Strong Bonding Agent

I found everything you see here for about $25, which is great because it made two and a half (I took the glass cover of one of my actual dessert stands for the pictures below).

Thrift Store Finds Repurposed

Tip: To easily take off old wax and thrift store price tags, simply run the object in hot water and lightly scrub. It’ll come right off!

Make sure to clean each piece very well with soap and water. After they are dry, use a strong bonding agent to adhere the candlestick to the plate. I used Liquid Fusion, which worked beautifully.

Thrift Store Repurposed Candle Holder

Apply a generous amount to the rim of the candlestick and place it upside down on the center of the bottom of the plate. Allow it to dry for 2-4 hours, or as indicated in the adhesive directions.

Thrift Store Find Upcycle

Here are a couple photos. I think they turned out great and will be perfect for the Mad Hatter themed tea party.

Upcycled Thrift Store DIY Cake Stands

Thrift Store Repurposed DIY Dessert Platters

In case you missed them, here are some other decorations I am doing for this party. I am so excited about it!

  • Upcycled Thrift Store Tea Cups
  • Mad Hatter Tea Party Hat Decoration
  • Mad Hatter Tea Party Chair Centerpieces
  • Mad Hatter Tea Party Centerpieces & Ideas
  • Upcycled Thrift Store Teapots
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  1. Anne G says

    June 9, 2014 at 7:08 am

    I like this DIY. Maybe I should consider to make up one next year in my new house, for my kid and other family members. That’s such a sharp idea I believe!

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  2. Laura says

    June 9, 2014 at 9:25 am

    These are so cute! I love the idea of using candlesticks as the base. Did you find those tops at a thrift store too? I can’t wait to see the rest of the party when it’s finished!

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      June 9, 2014 at 7:56 pm

      Yes! I found the tops of the two tall ones at Goodwill! They were originally cheese platters but I threw the wooden bases away (because they were a little questionable!;)

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  3. A happy mom says

    June 17, 2014 at 12:14 am

    So wonderful! I appreciate your idea so much! I will have try, for my new house disigh!

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      June 18, 2014 at 12:16 pm

      Thank you so much!

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  4. Keisha - Cupcake Wishes & Birthday Dreams says

    June 19, 2014 at 10:46 am

    Love this – I’ve tried something similar to this with small mirrors and candlesticks to make cupcake stands – and also those tin stove top covers to make cake stands….but adding the glass cover really completes the look and adds an extra touch of elegance!

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    • Dinah Wulf says

      June 19, 2014 at 10:58 am

      Thank you Keisha! Love your idea of using tin covers!

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