So we all know how cheap I am. Why buy it, when you can craft it right?
That is why you’re looking at this post in the first place, we’re alike.
This is the initial mock-up for the dessert table.
Chalkboard, vintage black, white and silver. It will be redone about a hundred times, and until I place the last cake pop, is subject to change.
The wedding colors will be accents (Sea glass blue and blush) flowers in delicate pastel, pretty beachy shades.
Cupcakes, cake pops, and baked goodies will be the final touch!
So lets focus on the base of this arrangement.
To make the faux milk glass serving platters:
Supplies needed:
Assorted plates, platters, candlesticks, dessert bowls, vases and glasses.
White gloss spray paint
Waterproof, outdoor glue
After a hasty trip to the dollar store, I purchased several platters, candle sticks, dessert bowls and glasses.
Spent about $20. but should come out with 10 serving pieces, and three vases for fresh flowers.
First step is to wash and remove all stickers, oily film and prep your glass items.
I use the Goo-gone to remove stickers and ink, then rubbing alcohol to remove the goo gone. (Its oily and the glue won’t stick well).
Attach the candle sticks to the candle plates, the dessert bowls to the oval platters…you get the idea, using the glue.
Center them so they will balance when turned over. Allow to dry overnight, since you’re going to paint it, it could dissolve the glue if it’s not set well.
Be sure to cover your work area well, and spray away!!! I did two coats on most, some needed touch-up after I turned them over.
Allow to completely dry or you will risk fingerprints in the paint. (No, I didn’t learn that the hard way)
These were my favorite, candlesticks and a candle base. The glass was heavy and they turned out nice.
I’ll be putting cake pops, cupcakes, and assorted baked goodies on all of them!
Rehearsal Dinner is my chance to impress my son’s future family, and introduce them to ours.
I come from a long line of crafty ladies, who would rather spend $75.00 in supplies and make something with LOVE, than allow anyone else to cater or design for me.
Enjoy!
Debbie
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