How to Make a Cake Plate

Cake plates are not only a great way to showcase your baked creations, but they can rest atop a cabinet while not in use as an artform all their own. If you know an avid baker and want a special gift to give or just want to spruce up an old, boring cake plate of your own, give it a try. Use these steps to learn how to make a hand-made cake plate.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Think mosaic. This is a great way to use old or chipped plates you already have or that you find at a yard sale. Break the plates up using a hammer and paper bag. Use tile glue to glue the small pieces to the cake plate in either a design or randomly. Allow the glue to set for the recommended time then apply grout. Once the grout has dried to a whitish color, wipe it off with a towel.
2. Paint it. Whether using a stencil or painting freehand, a beautifully painted cake plate will be noticed by all. Choose a theme and the colors you want to use. Use specially-designed glass paints, available from your local art or craft supply store, for the best results.
3. Decoupage your cake plate. Decoupage is selecting a paper image or collection of images, such as from a magazine, poster, computer printout or photograph, and lacquering it to an object. Make sure that you use a lacquer that will dry and wash well. Ask your local craft store associate for the best choice of lacquer for a serving piece like a cake plate.
4. Use vintage silverware. You can use four pieces of vintage silverware folded into a "Z" shape then screw them tightly to the bottom of a metal charger. There are endless possibilities for the look of this cake plate.

Tips & Warnings

• Ask about products if you are unsure about using them on a surface that will hold food. Explain to the store associate exactly what you will be using the plate for.
• Take all necessary precautions when working with glues, paints or other fume producing agents. Work in a well-ventilated room and take breaks if needed.

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