Turn An Affordable Dollar Tree Garden Item Into A High-End Food Storage Lid

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Quite often, it's the small details that make or break the presentation of divine-looking food. Whether at a formal wedding or a casual party, food wrapped in cling film or foil isn't exactly what you would call an eye-catching presentation. But also leaving pies, pastries, or cheese platters uncovered also exposes them to dust and insects. That's not ideal for outdoor gatherings, either. Fortunately, you can make use of food storage lids. Not the expensive ones you've been admiring in stores from a distance. There's a more affordable option: a DIY food storage lid made using the Garden Collection Bell Plant Protectors from Dollar Tree.

Although originally designed for gardening, the cloche closely resembles a traditional food dome cover. And fortunately, this Dollar Tree storage hack is quite easy to pull off. The main step involves replacing the cloche's top cap with a decorative handle for a more elevated look. And since it's 10 inches tall, the cloche can comfortably cover a decent cake size and most other foods you want to display. The plastic material means you don't need to worry as much about breakage as you would with a glass version. And being transparent, you can be sure the stunning desserts you're displaying remain the pièce de résistance of the party table.

Besides the Dollar Tree cloche, get this Crackle Glass Knob from Hobby Lobby, a shorter replacement screw, and clear sealing stickers. To begin, peel off the label on the cloche. It's notorious for being extra sticky, so if you face that challenge, try using the best sticker removal method for plastic, like soaking in warm soapy water first to coax it out. Next, remove the black top cap and thoroughly wash the dome. Once dry, cover two of the three holes at the top of the dome using the clear stickers. Leave the hole in the middle for the glass knob as a handle.

When attaching the glass knob, swap out the original long screw for a shorter one to create a cleaner finished look. And be careful not to crank the knob too tight, or you might crack the plastic. Go for a snug fit. Feel free to test out other colors or designs for the handle: a silver color like this KOOFIZO Chrome Cabinet Pulls or flowery patterns like the JGARTS Vintage Look Flower Ceramic Knobs on Amazon are great choices.

Now that your lovely Dollar Tree storage solution is ready, use it to cover the delicacies you'd like to display on your countertop in the kitchen or on the dining table for guests. It works especially well for pastries, cakes, fruit, and cheese platters. And don't fuss too much about placing the food on a stand if you don't have one; a platter, your favorite plate, or even a breadboard will do. Let your new food dome do the magic of transforming the whole setup into an outstanding presentation.