80s Themed Cupcake Stand

2 min read September 13, 2026 Missy and Kristen
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When displaying colorful and creative cocktails, you simply must have the perfect way to highlight your delicious adult concoctions! We crafted up some 80s inspired stands to display our "Purple Rain" Berry Jello Shots at our recent Totally Awesome 80s Party.The good news is you can get the look too by DIY-ing these bodacious stands at home! With some crafty supplies, a few minutes and some 80s party supplies, you'll be whipping up these stands in no time!

Project Time
15 to 20 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Start by assembling the White Foam Cupcake Stand per the instructions included in the packaging.

80s Themed Cupcake Stand step 1
Step
2

Next, cover each tier of the Cupcake Stand in Bright Animal Print Washi Tape using a variety of colors and patterns.

80s Themed Cupcake Stand step 2
Step
3

Pop the stick off of the bottom of the Sunglasses Party Picks and use a dab of Hot Glue to adhere the Sunglasses to each tier.

80s Themed Cupcake Stand step 3
Step
4

Pop the cassette tape cutouts off of the 80's Table Skirt and Hot Glue them to each tier of the Cupcake Stand.

80s Themed Cupcake Stand step 4
Step
5

Use one of the Oversized 80's Cutouts and adhere it to the top of the Cupcake Stand with some Hot Glue.

80s Themed Cupcake Stand step 5
Step
6

Display some Neon Shot Glasses and "Purple Rain" Grape Jell-O Shots on your new cupcake stand.

Make sure to check out how to make your own 80s Themed Candy Buffet that's perfect at a Totally Awesome 80s Throwback Party.

80s Themed Cupcake Stand step 6

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