13 Easy DIY Cupcake Stands For Every Occasion

easy diy cupcake stands for every occasion

Christmas is coming, and the party season is already on. If you are hosting some parties, you definitely need some cupcake and cake stands, serving plates and dishes. Today we are sharing some tutorials for cupcake stands of different materials – so that you could easily and stylishly serve your desserts.

The first tutorial for today is a rustic cupcake stand made of wood slices. Rustic style is always cozy and such a cupcake stand will easily fit many ambiences. Attach simple wooden candle sticks (or paint them) to wood slices and voila!

DIY rustic three tier cupcake stand (via www.shelterness.com)

DIY rustic three tier cupcake stand (via www.shelterness.com)

A simple and stylish etagere is right what you need to display sweets, such a piece will fit any décor and party style. The stands themselves are made of vintage porcelain plates, actually you can choose any plates that correspond your style.

DIY etagere stand (via look-what-i-made.com)

DIY etagere stand (via look-what-i-made.com)

If you have old unnecessary vinyl records, you can make a cool cupcake stand of them. such a piece looks cool and rock-n-roll and can accommodate not only cupcakes but also other sweets and mini cakes.

DIY vinyl record cupcake stand (via www.shelterness.com)

DIY vinyl record cupcake stand (via www.shelterness.com)

Here we go with a stable cupcake stand that can be easily customized! A terra cotta pot and saucer can be glued to each other and make up a cool stand. You can paint or customize the pot and saucer in another way.

DIY terra cotta pot cupcake stand (via www.allparenting.com)

DIY terra cotta pot cupcake stand (via www.allparenting.com)

Here’s another cupcake stand in rustic style. This woodsy cupcake stand is made of thick wood slices and to make them stable, the author used pots. Personalize the stand as you like.

DIY woodsy cupcake stand  (via www.shelterness.com)

DIY woodsy cupcake stand (via www.shelterness.com)

This cupcake stand is made of a candlestick and a box top. I love the way the author personalized it – covered with navy paint and then glitter. Actually, you can give any look to this stand, and the size depends on the box cover.

DIY glitter individual cupcake stand (via www.wearenotmartha.com)

DIY glitter individual cupcake stand (via www.wearenotmartha.com)

Make a cool and colorful acrylic cupcake stand of a plate and a coordinating glass. Simply attach them to each other and voila!

DIY vinyl plate and glass cupcake stand (via www.shelterness.com)

DIY vinyl plate and glass cupcake stand (via www.shelterness.com)

A plate of your choice, a glass candlestick and a strong adhesive can be used to create a fast cupcake stand. Personalize it as you want or leave as it is if you don’t have much time.

DIY dessert stand with a glass candlestick (via https:)

DIY dessert stand with a glass candlestick (via https:)

A metal lamp base can be used instead of a candlestick to make a cupcake stand. Take a refined plate and you’ll get a sophisticated cupcake stand.

DIY cupcake stand using old lamp bases (via www.shabbyfufublog.com)

DIY cupcake stand using old lamp bases (via www.shabbyfufublog.com)

We can’t live without IKEA! That’s why we couldn’t pass by this tutorial. IKEA cork coasters placed on wooden rings can make up adorable individual cupcake stands. Decorate them as you wish!

DIY IKEA cork coaster cupcake stand (via www.papernstitchblog.com)

DIY IKEA cork coaster cupcake stand (via www.papernstitchblog.com)

These stands are perfect for any graduation party! These paper podiums are the perfect display for your cookies, cupcakes and other desserts.

DIY cardboard graduation cupcake stand (via www.paintthegownred.com)

DIY cardboard graduation cupcake stand (via www.paintthegownred.com)

A wide can and a dinner plate is right what you need for a cool and simple cupcake stand. The tin can be wrapped with colored paper of your choice. Adhere the tin to the plate and voila!

DIY cupcake pedestal using a tin can (via www.creativejewishmom.com)

DIY cupcake pedestal using a tin can (via www.creativejewishmom.com)

A wooden candlestick adhered to a simple tray will give you a cool cupcake stand without much effort. This is a fast craft and we recommend to use epoxy for adhering them.

DIy simple cupcake stand using a tray (via www.shelterness.com)

DIy simple cupcake stand using a tray (via www.shelterness.com)