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Home » Fall stacked cake plates with newspaper edges inspired by Matthew Mead and Pottery Barn

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Fall stacked cake plates with newspaper edges inspired by Matthew Mead and Pottery Barn

Bringing back an idea: A few years ago I shared how to make this three tiered stacked cake plate with newspaper cut into scallops on the edges.3 tier stacked cake plate for fall, fall decorations, Using newspaperIt is a fun Centerpiece idea

I originally saw this idea on Pottery Barn’s website a few years ago and loved it!

pottery barn 3 tier tin centerpiece for fall,

I decided to try and recreate it using things I already owned. As I was looking around my kitchen I found I had 3 cheapie glass cake plates and knew I could stack on them on each other. 

Then I found this idea in an old 2006 Matthew Mead Christmas magazine and thought to myself….”Self…you can do this with newspaper!!”

Matthew Mead 2006 magazine, Paper decorationsI used newspaper but you could use any kind of paper…construction paper, scrapbook paper, Tissue paper, even butcher paper!! Decide what kind of a trim you want whether is be a scalloped edge or maybe even a triangle edge…whatever your heart desires.
After I cut the newspaper into scallops and punched holes in each scallop with a hole puncher, I attached it the edge of the cake plate with Hot glue!! It comes off really easy after you done..it just peels off.
fall cake plates, Paper edged cake plate, Fall DecorationsThen I started adding fun things on each layer…like bags of popcorn in cello bags tied with orange ribbon, little orange cups filled with candy treats, apples and fall leaves etc..

fall cake plates, Paper edged cake plate, Fall DecorationsHere it is all done with with all kinds of yummy Halloween treats to use as a center piece for a table or side board.

fall cake plates, Paper edged cake plate, Fall Decorations
Using what you have and making it new again!!
You could use this idea for any Holiday or birthday!

Since this original post I did end up buying a 3 tier, 2 tier and a 1 tier galvanized tin serve ware from Pick your plum and have used them many times…once for this hot chocolate bar, My easy fall centerpiece, Navy and Peach Wedding reception and to serve my caramel apples on just to name a few

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  1. M&M FASHION BITES says

    October 17, 2015 at 9:47 pm

    Nice 🙂
    BLOG M&MFASHIONBITES : http://mmfashionbites.blogspot.gr/
    Maria V.

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  2. Entertaining Women says

    October 1, 2010 at 4:50 pm

    This is a great idea! I love the newspaper embellishment….consider this an idea co-opted by me! I can also see it incorporated into a tablescape for a man's birthday…just add neck ties and big old coffee mugs. Thank you for sharing this charming idea. Cherry Kay

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  3. Linda Q says

    October 1, 2010 at 4:32 pm

    Oh I think you did a darling job recreating, you go girl!
    Linda

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  4. Red Couch Recipes says

    September 29, 2010 at 9:39 pm

    Great job! I wish I had three cheapy cake plates sitting around and I would be all over this. Joni

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  5. Embellish says

    September 29, 2010 at 1:02 pm

    I would not have thought of using newspaper and it looks amazing. You inspired me today since, I am decopaging a cabinet this morn and I am going to use newspaper! Thanks!

    Reply
  6. Shanty 2 Chic says

    September 18, 2009 at 1:44 pm

    What a fun idea… I have been eyeballing those cute PB items… thanks for the great idea!
    ~Whitney

    Reply
  7. Kimba says

    September 17, 2009 at 11:33 pm

    Great idea! I love it! And I'm cracking up about the references to using the obits. You are all sick, sick people. 🙂

    Reply
  8. A Touch of Country says

    September 17, 2009 at 6:40 pm

    great re-creation! I love it that you used what you already had and didn't have to go out and buy something. I am trying to be frugal right now and this really helped!

    Reply
  9. Its So Very Cheri says

    September 17, 2009 at 1:53 pm

    You've been featured. Go Check out what I had to say about you.

    Cheri

    Reply
  10. Amanda says

    September 17, 2009 at 1:52 am

    Love the news paper. The black and white adds a great graphic quality.

    Amanda @ blackandwhiteand homeallover

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  11. Kimm at Reinvented says

    September 17, 2009 at 1:22 am

    I love the newspaper, it's so vintagey looking. very cool idea

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  12. Jane says

    September 17, 2009 at 1:11 am

    That is killer! I just love how you went and outdid PB! For free no less!

    Reply
  13. Molly @ A Bit O' Shine says

    September 17, 2009 at 12:01 am

    That turned out super cute.

    Reply
  14. patinamarie says

    September 16, 2009 at 10:18 pm

    What a fun temporary re-do. I, too, love the idea of the obits for Halloween or Wedding column for a bridal shower or the Baby Announcements for well, you get the idea… Clever!

    Thanks for sharing.

    Tina

    Reply
  15. JobandBrittany says

    September 16, 2009 at 8:05 pm

    these look great!! fabulous for holiday decor!

    i'm having a goodwill party today & every Wednesday, stop by and link up!

    Reply
  16. Brenda says

    September 16, 2009 at 8:04 pm

    Your blog is Wonderful! Thank you for stopping by!
    I love your mantel! I'm hoping to finish mine this weekend!

    Reply
  17. The DIY Show Off says

    September 16, 2009 at 7:39 pm

    ::stealing a treat:: haha!

    Such a cute idea! You did a fantastic job!

    Thanks for linking to The DIY Show Off Fall Festival too!

    Roeshel

    Reply
  18. Kim @ Starshine Chic says

    September 16, 2009 at 7:23 pm

    It turned out great. I may have to do that to mine.

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  19. Bridget says

    September 16, 2009 at 4:30 pm

    What a cute idea! I love the look and how simple is that to make. Thanks for sharing!

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  20. Its So Very Cheri says

    September 16, 2009 at 3:56 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVE it.

    Thanks for posting to the party and being an inspiration to others.

    Cheri

    Reply
  21. Debbie @ ribbonwoodcottage.blogspot.com says

    September 16, 2009 at 2:35 pm

    I like the newspaper, and the idea! What a great look for anything. I love the black and white newsprint with the orange and fall colors. Goes well together. You did a great job. I love this! Have a great day!
    Debbie

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  22. Rambling Girl says

    September 15, 2009 at 9:04 pm

    WOW….I love this idea and how creative it is. I agree with the obitiuaries…creepy sounding. Thanks for sharing, I am hosting a shower the first weekend in Oct and this would be neat to have on my bar as the center piece.

    Reply
  23. rebecca @ older and wisor says

    September 15, 2009 at 8:48 pm

    Brilliant. Love the newspaper. Is there bonus points for using the obituaries? (very Halloween like, I'd say!)

    Reply

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