3 Ways to use a wood pedestal

Byljanning@dukemanorfarm.com

I love when stuff in our home is pretty and practical.  Especially when it’s stuff that has multiple uses. Like 3 ways to use a wood pedestal. Which happens to be my favorite wood and marble pedestal.

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Today, I’m not only sharing 3 ways to use a wood pedestal in your home decor,  my Decor Enthusiast pals are also sharing ways to use some of their favorite home decor items too. You will find all the details and links at the end of the post.

First things first.

Once upon a time, pedestals were more commonly known for displaying pretty baked goods or other foods. Cake Plates as they are commonly called, come in a variety of sizes and finishes. I have several cake plates, pedestals (whatever you want to call them) around the house. I use them in a few different ways around Duke Manor Farm.  Today I want to share one of my favorite pedestals, and 3 ways I use it in my decor.

Display Seasonal Decor

3 Ways to use a wood pedestal

What a perfect way to elevate your pretty seasonal decor on a table, don’t you think? By placing small decor items, flowers or candles on your pedestal, you instantly add dimension and height. Here I placed some plaid pumpkins from here on the wood and marble pedestal and paired it with some wheat grass for my side table.

Display and hold kitchen gadgets

3 Ways to use a wood pedestal

similar cake dome/marble and wood pedestal/ sign HomeGoods

The marble and wood pedestal is almost like an open basket. I use it to hold a few gadgets on the kitchen counter. Having them on the pedestal rather then in an enclosed basket allows for easier access to the things that I want to quickly grab or use while in the kitchen. To see more images from my Fall tour click here.

3 Ways to use a wood pedestal

Ramekins/glass bottle with stopper

Display baked yummies

My most favorite way to use the pedestal…. and for obvious reasons. Since things this good don’t usually last around Duke Manor Farm, it’s not a deal breaker that this pedestal does not have a cover for any leftovers. When displaying baked goods it’s typically placed on the counter or table and not for storage.

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Speaking of yummies, next time you mix up a batch of cupcakes,use a wide tip and place your frosting in the middle of the cupcake. Top it off with a premade chocolate leaf on top. If you are better in the kitchen then I am, you can probably whip up the leaves with no problem.

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Don’t forget to sprinkle some candy corns on the pedestal for extra cuteness!

I’ll save you a cupcake.

Each of my Decor Enthusiast pals are sharing their favorite decor pieces as well. All things that I would love to have at Duke Manor Farm.  Be sure to visit each of the links below.

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1– Restoration Redoux  2–Artsy Chicks Rule

3– Our Southern Home  4– Refresh Restyle

5– Confessions of a Serial Diy’er  6– Duke Manor Farm

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137 Comments

  1. Item that I use for multiple uses are canning jars.
    Thank you for this giveaway opportunity

    2. I use an old wooden Coke crate to display seasonal items. Mason jars are another staple in my decorating.

      Tami

  2. I love the way the wood pedestal highlights seasonal decor and makes it the focal point of the setting. Thanks for the ideas!

  5. This is so adorable and useful, I love how you have it set up with the cloth pumpkins as a centerpiece!
    Thank you for the chance to win!

  6. Love the wood and marble combo!!! I’m not much of a baker so instead would have a lot of fun coming up with different seasonal or decorative uses for the pedestal. Thank you for your post showing 3 different options

  8. Haha, Ill take you up on that cupcake offer! Sounds like a great breakfast!
    I looooooove your pedestal! Beautiful, and hey, anything with that many uses counts as practical too, right? : ) Thanks!

  9. I love your cutting boards! The item I get a lot of use out of in my kitchen is a glazed ceramic loaf dish. I use it for both food and to display decor.

  10. I love using baskets and bowls for displaying and changing around. Thanks for the giveaway.

  11. The item I have multiple uses for is a wooden tray. It has been so versatile and functional!

  12. Probably the item I use the most are trays. I can put them anywhere – kitchen, family room, table. They have multiple uses in decorating.

  13. An item that I have had multiple uses for is a wooden tray. It’s been so versatile and functional!

  17. I use colorful mason jars for a jillion things–flowers, silverware, dipped pretzel rods. The uses are endless! Loooooove the wood and marble pedestal–am drooling over it. Thank you for the opportunity!

  18. I use a small pedestal to hold my sponge, and Mrs. Meyers dish soap and hand soap next to my kitchen sink. It makes those everyday items look more elegant and keeps them corralled. Thank you for the opportunity.

  20. Love the combination of wood and marble. Beautiful! I would display an assortment of varied size pottery pieces.

  21. I use a large white cake stand I found at TJMaxx to display cupcakes, pumpkins and other fun things during the holidays. I have alwayyyys longed for the wood pedestal, marble top stand. It’s one of those things I look at that makes me “happy”!

  22. Love pedestals for everything. I use them all over the house.
    Your little fabric pumpkins are adorable. I will go on line to look those up as we do not have a Target near by.
    Thank You,
    Patricia (NC Coast)

  24. I find a lot of uses for straight sided clear glass vases – use them for flowers, as a candle holder, turn them upside down and use as a mini pedestal to add height to a table arrangement, etc.

  25. Just found your blog and signed up for your newsletter … thanks so much for the chance to win this beautiful pedestal. All you ladies have such wonderful ideas and are so creative … I’m not very creative and copy very well … usually tweak to make it my own. Inspirational!! Thank you.

  26. Hmmm … not sure what items I have that pull double — or triple — duty! Except, perhaps, mason jars! Love that pedestal and thanks for the chance to win!

    🙂 Linda

  28. Such cute ideas! I have started a collection for next year when my daughter gets married. We’re doing a cupcake bar instead of a cake and we’re gonna need a bunch of pretty pedestals for display! 🙂

  29. Laura your killing me so to speak. I went and looked at the plaid pumpkins and they have herringbone. I love herringbone, now I have to go browse later and really see they have.

    Love the cake stands..
    Cindy

  30. A pretty off white, wide ceramic pot (for plants) doubles as a utensil holder for dinner parties, pop a small pumpkin in it for fall decor or add a pretty green plant or flowers for daily use. Love the pedestals! Would definitely use them

  31. This is so pretty! I would use it for all my baked treats for sure but I’d also use in for buffets to elevate a fresh baked pumpkin pie, or to elevate dinner plates. Just a fun piece to decorate for whatever holiday or season we’re in!

    Thank you for the opportunity to enter your contest!

    Blessings!

  34. My most versatile piece is the bowl of an antique pitcher/bowl set. Pitcher broke a while ago but the bowl has a full happy life. It’s size makes it perfect for holding valentines, Christmas cards, party favors, clothespins, and even for a while under the crib full of baby boy shoes. That was my favorite!

  35. I have a bit of a strange one….I have a storage box that I use to keep random items, but it doubles as a table for when I record unboxing videos for my website. Basically, I want to keep the unboxing table clear, so I stack the storage box on top of an ottoman to create a platform for my laptop (used to record the unboxing videos.)

  37. I love pedestals as well and have one I always use. I use trays, bowls or molds, and ad small crates or drawers for a lot of things! Would love to have the pedestal. Thanks!

  38. All size Baskets and candle holders. They are always in use in some way! Love the wood pedestal.

  39. I love to read so I decorate with lots of books and baskets. The combination of wood and marble is lovely and the choices you showed are inspiring.

  41. I use my platters for everything! Displaying seasonal goodies, decor, even as serving tray like they were meant to be used!

  42. Love the pedestal! Also love the pumpkins that you displayed with it (making some of my own out of old shirts and sweaters). I think my most used item for multiple purposes both inside and in my outside spaces would be my wooden trays (most picked up from thrift stores).

  45. I have a vintage white ceramic bowl that looks like leaves which belonged to my grandmother. It moves from the kitchen holding fruit, to beside the sofa holding my latest knitting project, to the bathroom holding guest essentials. It looks pretty everywhere.

  46. This is such a pretty tray, Laura and your photos are always picture perfect! 🙂

  47. I love these ideas. I have a few pedestals that I use in different ways so this would be a beauty to add to my collection and also a variety of baskets.

  49. Would Love to win this. I Love the wood and white marble together, what a beautiful combination. Keeping my fingers crossed.

  51. I have a Pier One wooden bowl that is used for multiple things depending on the time of year. Currently it is filled with apples waiting to become an apple pie. I absolutely love your pedestal. It would be a great addition to my décor.

  53. I love the pedestal and how you have used it. I have white pitcher and a clear vase that I use in multiple ways. Thanks for the give away!

  54. I have a white milk glass cake stand. Every fall and Christmas I use this in my display. Love the little plaid pumpkins in yours. Thank you for the opportunity to win yours.

  55. I use an old Staffordshire tray (large 21×14) for various ways to display things in my kitchen. It also doubles as a wonderful serving tray for coffee or hot chocolate bar when serving company.
    I love the marble and wood pedestal you feature and the many ways you have shown the various uses. Thanks for a chance to win.

  56. I have a hammered aluminum bowl that I use to hold napkins, flower arrangements, candlescapes, dinner rolls (lined with a cloth napkin), or even plant-tag materials when I’m going to a swap.

  58. This is so pretty. I’d love it by my stove to sit my oils and some spices on. It still leaves the counter space free underneath. I can see it being put to use for all sorts of dinners, holding desserts and fancy rolls, etc. Thanks for the opportunity to win it.

  59. I have an oversized colorful serving bowl that I have hanging on my kitchen wall that doubles as a decoration when not in use and as a bowl when having parties.

  62. I have a lovely glass polka dot pitcher that I use to hold utensils, as a vase, and as a pitcher!

  63. An Enamel coated Paella Pan…outside is yellow interior is white … I cook with it and also holds and displays fruits of the season.

  64. I have an extra large, oval copper container that has held throw blankets, magazines, toilet paper, toys, plants and a number of other assorted items. It works in every room for everything!

  66. I use baskets for multiple things…or just sitting out looking pretty! Thanks for the chance! Happy Fall! 😉

  67. I use my baskets, trays, and wooden bowl for many different things. Would love to win! Thanks for the inspiration!

  68. I have my mothers old wooden dough bowl and use it for multiple uses throughout my home. I just love it. Thanks for all of your inspiration!

  69. I love natural textures and tones. I have wooden trugs and galvanized tubs that I always shift around and employ to hold different items in different seasons.

  70. I have an old wooden tool box I use over and over! I fill it full of flowers, dishes or pumpkins!

  71. I have a wood tool box that I use over and over! I put anything from dishes to pumpkins to flowers in it!

  72. My wrought iron easel is used for cooking, decorative displays, holding photos and holding my ipad while watching videos.

  73. The coat rack hanging by my entrance serves many purposes: displayed of seasonal decor, most recently a “costume-in-the-works” holder, husbands lawn mowing hat drop off zone, and of course, a coat/ purse/ backpack rack 😁

  74. Laura,
    I have a wire pedestal and I use it for my seasonal decor! I have also used it to hold plates. I have been swooning over some I’ve seen in HomeGoods! Would love to win this one!

  78. I love the wood and marble design and it would be perfect to hold cheeses during family gatherings.

  80. I use a raised glass cutting board as a way to cover burners on my stove and then I can repurpose them as a work surface or serving area.

  83. I have a round metal tray that I use to create a centerpiece on my kitchen table. I also use it as a serving tray for parties.

  84. a lot of people have already said it, but mason jars show up a lot around the house. I don’t use them to can, but I do use them as food storage as well as decorations 🙂 thanks for the lovely giveaway!

  87. I have two large 20 inch tall hurricane cases that I fill with seasonal items. Right now they are filled with acorns, pinecones & little pumpkins. I have different fillers for different holidays & seasons. Thanks for the giveaway!

  88. I have this real pretty antique wooden desk that we use to store important documents in but also pictures!

  89. I would use it on my dining table at meals to put all the items like salt, pepper,salad dressings on so everyone can see.

  90. Books are what I have multiple uses for. I read them & look through them, of course; display them according to seasons, holidays, subject matter, binding colors, etc.; use them to raise a lamp or bowl higher; give them as gifts; and, love to talk about them.

  92. I use my vintage handled round glass serving trays in different areas of the house. I use them for fruit, baked goods, holiday displays, everyday décor, candy, whatever I want to dress up!

  94. I use vases in multiple ways — for cutlery and kitchen utensils, hair and makeup brushes, to display trinkets or fruit, and of course for flowers.

  95. Hi:
    Just found your blog. I’m enjoying it a lot. You have great
    Ideas. I love the wood and marble pediatric. Never seen that combination before

  96. I have a vintage kitchen scale I use in every season of decorating,,I,do not think I could ever part with it.
    I love the wooden/marble pedestal and would be proud to own it

  99. Love the combination of marble and wood. Fits my rustic style perfectly. I use an antique basket on the table for switching out seasons. Right now it’s full of leaves, pine cones and deer antlers. Thanks for the giveaway chance.

  102. I have multiple uses for a set of brown wicker nesting baskets I purchased a few years ago.

  103. I have a flat basket that can hold muffins or cookies, I’ve used it to catch mail at the front door, it’s held the remote and the tv schedule on the coffee table. Best buy I’ve ever made.

  104. I keep cake stands, wood pedestals & bowls in heavy rotation year round with seasonal decor & baked goods.

  105. My most used items would have to be my baskets and my mason jars! I would use that pedestal for a terrarium and put a glass cloche on top! Thanks so much for the chance.

  106. I love your pedestal and your creative uses of it. I use baskets, two wooden trays I picked up at thrift stores and my most favorite item I use in multiple ways is an old white metal pot/pail that has a lid and a handle that was my grandmothers that I inherited and love so much. (My grandmother told me it was their chamber pot-I know that sounds disgusting but it is clean and never used with edibles of any kind).
    Your pedestal is beautiful and I’d love to have it. Thanks for this opportunity.

  107. I can’t find how to share this post via email(a friend) therefore I pinned it and tagged a friend. Therefore this entry may not qualify. Just letting you know. Thanks.

  111. You have such wonderful ideas!! I love seeing things used for multiple things. I use Mason Jars a lot for different decorations in my home. Thanks for the giveaway and different ideas!!

  112. I’d love to win the cake stand! I can think of so many ways to use it during the upcoming holidays!

  114. I have to say my cake stands are the most multi use. I use the tops as a makeshift cloche and the stand itself to display little trinkets or candles/candlescape.

  115. What a beautiful stand. I bake often so my treats would surely be on display on this. But I love the fabric pumpkins on there also, just darling!

  116. Trays & baskets, I love to use them for various things, I believe they have many uses and you decorate them to match the season too. 🙂

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