Guest Picks: Pretty Cake Stands
20 pedestals too pretty to only use for desserts
I'm a freelance food writer and photographer based in San Francisco. My blog, Lick My Spoon (http://lickmyspoon.com), chronicles my food adventures and love for all things delicious. Food culture fascinates me and I believe in the power of sharing it.
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What is it about cake stands that I find so irresistible? Innately pretty, full of whimsy, they're perhaps not the most practical item in your kitchen, but you don't buy a cake stand for practicality. Cake stands are meant to be frivolous and fun, and they sure know how to gussy up a dessert table.
— Stephanie from Lick My Spoon
— Stephanie from Lick My Spoon
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Time to go back to nature. I'm in love with this rustic "tree slice" cake stand. The maker will even hand-carve and burn any personal message, initials or dates onto the stand.
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I adore this beehive lid. It looks like something straight out of Winnie the Pooh.
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What a shabby chic find. It has a vintage, distressed wood look with a hint of gold, and that pop of robin's egg turquoise is just lovely.
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Tea party, anyone? Using upside-down tea cups as the pedestals is an example of great detailing.
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Pretty in pink, this petal-colored, five-tiered, flower-inspired stand would be just the thing to show off some cupcakes or sugar cookies.
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This tiered stand reminds me of ribbon and lace. Pretty and sweet, it has the usual prerequisites for a good cake stand.
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This cake stand belongs in a fairy tale. I love how the twig stand is delicate and natural looking, drawing the eye directly to the delectable cake prize under the glass dome.
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Classic white scalloped edges make this tiered cake stand one of my favorites.
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This is a little mini guy. It's just the thing to dress up some mignardises or chocolates. The beaded edge is just adorable.
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These pastel, porcelain mini pedestals make a darling presentation for cupcakes or other doll-size treats.
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With its romantic, vintage milk glass with hobnail detail and ruffle edging, this is like everything I love all in one!
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These cake stands have beautifully scalloped edging and are hand-painted with a blend of enamel infused with crushed mother of pearl. I love the combination of colors as well; they're fresh, modern and feminine, but not too frilly.
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Noir. Sleek. Chic.
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These yellow baubles are too fun.
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I've been on a big lime green kick lately. This vibrant color would look great against some vanilla buttercream–frosted goodies. I also dig the playful garland design on this.
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This galvanized tin pedestal brings a kind of rustic, farmhouse feel to the table. I know this ideabook is all about cake stands, but I'd just as easily slap a cherry pie on this baby.
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A whimsical tree dessert stand is just what I need. Obviously.
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Um yes, I'd like my fancy cake stands dripping with jewels, please. Merci beaucoup.
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If you were looking for a reason to throw a garden party or host high tea with the ladies, this is it. When not in use for delicate tasty bites, I would use this to hold my jewelry.
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This is a versatile serving piece for sweets, hors d'oeuvres or fruit. The elegant wirework reminds me of doilies. I like that.
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Ideabook published on Jan. 19, 2012.
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I'm not sure if you're near a West Elm store, but if so I'd suggest going in to see if they still have them in stock. I was in one last weekend and they definitely still had that beautiful cake stand available!
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