Happy Spring! The weather is finally warming up a bit. Even with the occasional rain, the flowers are blooming, and that inspired me to create a simple repurposed pedestal using cordial glasses and saucers.
It’s my favorite time of month again: the International Bloggers Club Challenge. Each month, five friends share seasonal projects and ideas from their corners of the world. Past topics have included Valentine’s Day and a special gift swap. This month our theme is all about spring.
Celebrating spring before the calendar officially declares it can be a little tricky. I gathered a small bouquet of wildflowers and branches at the farm the other day, and it’s clear that nature thinks spring is already here even if the official date disagrees.
In my area, the countryside blooms early. Last year I posted about spring flowers from my part of the world; the abundance of blooms is always a joy to see. These narcissus bulbs begin to appear in January, brave the frost and wind, and fill the air with a fresh scent—one of my favorites.
The narcissus often arrive early and stand up to chilly weather, rewarding us with crisp, scented blooms that announce the season’s change.
How to make a Pedestal with Cordial Glasses and Saucers
I wanted to mark the season with a quick project using items I already had on hand. In the basement I found a set of cordial or sherry glasses that had belonged to my mother-in-law. They’d been sitting unused in my crowded china cabinet for years.
I don’t drink cordials or sherry, so these glasses had simply been taking up space. Rather than let them collect dust, I decided to repurpose them into decorative pedestals.
To create height, I glued two glasses together with similar ends touching. This simple step turned ordinary glassware into the base for a small display stand.
While searching the cabinet I also found demitasse saucers that once belonged to a set—many of the matching cups had broken or gone missing. I had several spare saucers, so I glued one to the top of each paired glass to form a little platform.
Next I painted the saucers with chalky white paint, applying three thin coats and brushing from the rim toward the center for an even finish.
Once dry, the petit pedestals were ready to be styled.
Decorate your Pedestal
What did I put on them? Flowers and a tealight, of course. I used delicate almond blossoms gathered from a nearby tree and combined them with a small painted tealight for a soft, spring look.
I also used a few small blooms from a hardy succulent. Those little flowers are charming and seem to tolerate outdoor conditions well. For extra detail, I painted the tealight a soft green to echo the floral tones.
A touch of blue peeked through where I’d been a little too hasty with the paint—an accidental effect I liked and decided to leave. Imperfections can add character.
Once assembled, the repurposed pieces no longer read as old glass and orphaned saucers. They look intentional and seasonal—perfect for a small centerpiece.
After finishing my project I noticed a similar idea by another crafter who found vintage pieces at a thrift shop. I’d hunted in my own basement instead—either way, giving old items a new life feels rewarding.
I arranged the pedestals on a silver tray, added a few faux pearls among the flowers, and lit the tealights. The result was a cozy, spring-inspired vignette that brightened the coffee table and welcomed the season indoors.
This was an easy afternoon project, allowing for drying time between steps. Repurposing these cordial glasses and saucers felt like a small rescue mission—they now have a proud place at the center of my coffee table.
One lingering question: should I paint the glass portions of the pedestals or leave them clear? I suspect I won’t be able to resist tweaking them further—after all, a little experimentation is part of the fun.
Hop over to visit my friends who are also sharing their spring and seasonal crafts — they each bring a unique perspective and fresh ideas for welcoming the season.