shamrockgirl18 Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 well I cannot take complete credit for this, because I remember reading it or seeing it somewhere awhile ago, I just can't remember where. Recently I found a bunch of old porcelain dishes, and the set was mismatched and missing some pieces so I started looking for a project to use them in. Then, I remembered the cupcake tier project that I had seen somewhere and di a quick Google search to get a picture in mind. With some pretty dishes, glass candlestick holders, and VERY STRONG glue (like epoxy) you can make cute and unique tiers for displaying cookies cupcakes, or little potted flowers. I think when/if I get married, I'll probably make a bunch of these to use as centerpieces with cnadles, flowers, and candies on them. Once again, my pictures wouldnt upload but they're in my gallery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I definitely want to see pictures of that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrockgirl18 Posted November 18, 2008 Author Share Posted November 18, 2008 I definitely want to see pictures of that! the pictures are in my gallery in the 'other creative endeavors' album Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 And they are looking great, what a wonderful idea! I have been wanting a tiered cake stand for sometime, now I might be able to custom make one, I like that! Thank you Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrockgirl18 Posted November 18, 2008 Author Share Posted November 18, 2008 And they are looking great, what a wonderful idea! I have been wanting a tiered cake stand for sometime, now I might be able to custom make one, I like that! Thank you Hugs They're SOOOOOOOO easy to make too! I am thinking about making some more as gifts for people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Hmmmm, perhaps one could translate this into minis with bugle beads and bead caps as well ideas.... Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Of course I could have checked your gallery, Erin; "senior moment", I guess. I adore #1! Anna, I once made a triple server from a treble fishhook, small seashells and beads and filled them with fruits I'd made from beads. I'd like to try something like that with the plates made from paper, or even glue glass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miniwendy Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 ooooooooh!!! I LOVE THEM!!!! What kind of glue did you use??????????????????????????????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrockgirl18 Posted November 19, 2008 Author Share Posted November 19, 2008 ooooooooh!!! I LOVE THEM!!!! What kind of glue did you use??????????????????????????????? I used Gorilla glue because I didn't have any epoxy. . .it works but let me give you some hints: 1. do NOT over-apply it because this kind of glue foams up and expands as it dries, so if you use too much you'll get lots of amber-colored gloppies on the plates 2. after you apply the glue, 'clamp' the items together with heavy objects on top of them and leave them alone for at least 24 hours. This way, the glue bonds strongly to both the plate and the glass candlestick holder. If/when anyone else tries this, post the pictures! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrockgirl18 Posted November 19, 2008 Author Share Posted November 19, 2008 Of course I could have checked your gallery, Erin; "senior moment", I guess. I adore #1! Anna, I once made a triple server from a treble fishhook, small seashells and beads and filled them with fruits I'd made from beads. I'd like to try something like that with the plates made from paper, or even glue glass. Thanks! The rose one did turn out very pretty- perfect for a Mother's Day brunch or a tea party. I like your idea for making mini-serving dishes- I'll have to try that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miniwendy Posted November 26, 2008 Share Posted November 26, 2008 Of course- Gorilla Glue, you're right, you can glue anything with that stuff!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 Very cool idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heidiiiii Posted November 28, 2008 Share Posted November 28, 2008 I still have my Mom`s old set. It is three glass plates in different sizes with a hole in the middle of each. Then you have a gold rod that screws together to place each plate on each level. The top has a handle. Great idea that you re purposed. They are great for cupcakes, petit fours,cookies, and candies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 The more I look at your pictures, the more I want to make some of these. LOVE them. Great idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butlerestates Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Cute idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 On a Bespaq tea table with a doily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sommerstern7 Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 What a cute idea! These would be cute ideas for teacher gifts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eveningstargazer Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 That's a wonderful idea. I'm sure we all have old mismatched plates. I know I do. Thanks for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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