Ingredients
To make this easy and fun Lazy Susan cake stand, you will need the following items:
- 1 large round lazy Susan, at least 12-14 inches in diameter
- 4-6 small decorative plates, preferably with a different pattern or color on each one
- 1 cake stand, preferably a tiered cake stand
- 1 cake board, preferably a round cake board
- 1 cake turntable
- 1 cake topper, such as a small toy or figurine
- 1 food-safe sealant, such as a food-safe glue or hot glue
- 1 sheet of construction paper or thin cardboard
- 1 sheet of wax paper
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 paint brush
- 1 tube of food-safe sealant (optional)
Instructions
Making your own Lazy Susan cake stand is easy and fun. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Place the lazy Susan on the table and place the cake board on top. Make sure the cake board is centered on the lazy Susan.
2. Place the cake stand on top of the cake board. You can use a tiered cake stand for a more dramatic effect.
3. Place the small decorative plates on top of the cake stand. Arrange them in a circle, making sure to leave enough space between them.
4. Place the cake topper on top of the cake stand. You can use any small toy or figurine that you like.
5. Place the wax paper on top of the cake stand. Make sure to cover the entire cake stand and the plates.
6. Use the paint brush to apply a thin layer of food-safe sealant to the edges of the plates. Be sure to cover all the edges and the sides of the plates.
7. Let the sealant dry for at least 1 hour. Once it's dry, the plates will be securely attached to the cake stand.
8. Cut the construction paper or thin cardboard into the shape of a cake board. This will be the base of the Lazy Susan cake stand.
9. Place the cake board on the lazy Susan. Make sure to center the cake board.
10. Place the cake turntable on the cake board. Make sure it's centered and secure.
11. Place the cake stand on top of the turntable. Make sure it's centered and secure.
12. Place the cake topper on top of the cake stand. You can use any small toy or figurine that you like.
13. Place the small decorative plates on top of the cake stand. Arrange them in a circle, making sure to leave enough space between them.
14. If desired, you can use a tube of food-safe sealant to secure the plates to the cake stand. This will ensure that the plates stay in place.
Nutrition
This Lazy Susan cake stand will not add any calories to your diet. However, you should be aware that the food-safe sealant used to secure the plates to the cake stand may contain chemicals that could be hazardous to your health. Be sure to read the label of the sealant carefully before using it.
You should also be aware that the cake topper you use may contain small parts that could be a choking hazard. Be sure to keep it away from young children.
Finally, you should be aware that the decorative plates used for the Lazy Susan cake stand may be made of materials that could contain lead. Be sure to check the label of the plates before using them.