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Make temporary pedestal plates.

September 11, 2014 29 Comments

I’ve mentioned many times that I love, love, love Museum Putty, and that it keeps my knick-knacks in place and makes sure they don’t crack me on the head during earthquakes.

It’s also handy to make temporary pedestal plates.

temporary DIY pedestal plate

Why make a temporary pedestal plate?  Well, they can be expensive to buy, difficult to store and there are times I just need one for a day or two.  Making a temporary one just makes sense, especially as we go into the holiday season with big dinners, buffet tables and lots of treats to set out….  What I need in November and December is a pain to store come January.

 

Take a sturdy pillar style candle stick and place four wads of Museum Putty around the edge of the candle holder.

Flip over the candlestick, center it on the bottom of your plate and press it firmly to secure.  In this case, I actually used one of my everyday dishes.

Toss a cloche on top. (Preferably a cloche you picked up at Goodwill for $2…)

Maybe add a bunch of pears that need to ripen.

Ta-Da.  It’s kind of pretty, it’s cheap, it’s food-safe, and it’s temporary.

Filed Under: Accessories, cheap and easy, Crafts, Franken-Crafts

Comments

  1. Jessica says

    September 23, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Wow! That looks great!

    Reply
  2. At The Picket Fence says

    September 23, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    I am SO going to do this! Such a great idea and I even have the same everyday plates! 🙂
    Vanessa

    Reply
  3. The Answer Is Chocolate says

    September 23, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    I bow to your genius! I hesitate to make a lot of permanent pedestal bowls because of storage. But this is so awesome for seasonal and party decor!

    Reply
  4. Lesley says

    September 23, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    You’re such a smart cookie.

    Reply
  5. MiMi says

    September 23, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    That’s gorgeous! I actually just bought some awesome plates that were on clearance so that I could do something like this. 🙂

    Reply
  6. lauren @ West Furniture Revival says

    September 23, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    great idea , looks beautiful. i love the dome glass.

    Reply
  7. ~ Laura says

    September 23, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Dang, I’m so glad to know you cuz you are brilliant!!!!! Now, all my friends will think I’m brilliant, too!!…Wellllll, til I tell them that I got the idea from YOU!!! 🙂 Then, they’ll still think I’m brilliant cuz I hang with brilliance!!! 😀

    Reply
  8. Heather says

    September 23, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    I love it! It’s good to see a way to save, because you’re right, pedestal plates are expensive!

    Reply
  9. Jessica says

    September 23, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog…. Your comments were so sweet. I love your idea of the museum putty. That is something that is going to be on my next shopping list.

    Reply
  10. Anonymous says

    September 24, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    I love the whole concept! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  11. Mandy says

    September 24, 2011 at 3:16 AM

    I love these! Very clever. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  12. SueAnn says

    September 24, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    What a cool idea! Thanks for the tip
    Hugs
    SueAnn

    Reply
  13. Katherines Corner says

    September 24, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    great tip, looks terrific. Hugs!!

    Reply
  14. FABBY'S LIVING says

    September 24, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    I totally love your cloche and stand and wow, my goodness and it was assembled by you! Thanks so much for the tip, I love it! Hugs,
    FABBY

    Reply
  15. Lolly Jane says

    September 24, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    gotta love goodwill! this is SO cute. love it, viv!

    XO

    Reply
  16. Karie @ The HoB says

    September 24, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    What a great idea!!

    Reply
  17. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovement says

    September 27, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    Nice job! I love your creativity!

    Pam

    Reply
  18. Heather says

    September 27, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Now that is a great idea!

    Reply
  19. Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says

    September 28, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Museum Putty?? Never heard of it but this is SUCH a great idea!! You’re right, sometimes you need something like this for just one event — thanks for sharing this great idea!

    Reply
  20. Ruth says

    September 28, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    I still have not been able to find this magical Museum Putty. I must keep looking.
    Love you pedestal plate.

    Ruth

    Reply
  21. Shawn says

    September 28, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    I need to order some Museum Putty!

    Reply
  22. Babs says

    September 29, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    Great tip and your pedestal and cloche look so nice. Who would know it’s temporary?

    Reply
  23. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    September 30, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    That looks great. Thanks for joining Wow.

    Reply
  24. Karena says

    September 30, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    What a beautiful idea! I would love for you to share this on my link party at cookienut.blogspot.com.

    Reply
  25. Emily says

    September 30, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    I love it- thanks for sharing!! I’m a brand new blogger and I love finding inspiring people like you to follow!

    Reply
  26. Debbie says

    October 3, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    I’ve never heard of museum putty! I actually need to make a pedestal plate this coming weekend… thanks so much for the great hint!!!

    Reply
  27. priscilla says

    October 28, 2016 at 9:28 AM

    Great idea!! Great thinking! Gotta have this.

    Reply
  28. Betty h graham says

    May 12, 2018 at 8:43 AM

    Oh, IM so glad to have found your site! I love it! These will make AWESOME gifts also! I do chalk COUTURE and going to personalize them to make it into something unique n personal. I have a friend that loves flamingos. Holidays i will give one away as a christmas gift. In doing these i will put something inside they will enjoy eating! I love diy projects. Thank you! Bhg

    Reply
    • Vivienne says

      May 20, 2018 at 12:47 PM

      Thank you! Glad to have you stop by!

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