There’s something in the air when summer settles, a lightness, a laziness, and a quiet sort of joy that tiptoes through the kitchen and lands softly on the windowsill. It’s the season of open doors, sun-warmed tables, and impromptu slices of cake shared with a cup of something good.
And what better way to make your home feel like a proper sanctuary than with a freshly baked sponge perched proudly beneath a glass dome?
Enter our Wooden Cake Stand and Cloche – as charming as a country cottage and as practical as your favourite apron. This handcrafted stand, made from warm mango wood with a recycled glass dome, doesn’t just keep your bakes fresh, it elevates them.
Summer Bakes That Say “You’re Home”
Think fluffy lemon drizzle with a crackly sugar crust, sharp, sweet, and gone in seconds. Or a courgette and lime loaf: light, green-flecked, gloriously wholesome, and one of those bakes that feels vaguely virtuous (but still tastes like cake). Maybe even a show-off pavlova, all crisp shell and marshmallowy middle, piled high with peaches, cream, and a few edible petals for good measure, destined to sit proudly on your cake stand like a crown jewel.
Then there’s the strawberry shortcake, layered with soft sponge and clotted cream, or a classic Victoria sandwich, the kind your gran would approve of, best sliced thick and shared slowly. Whether it’s a tray of blueberry muffins cooling on the side or a plum and almond tart for the weekend, these are the bakes that make a house feel lived-in, loved, and ready to welcome whoever walks through the door.
A Centrepiece That Speaks Volumes
The Wooden Cake Stand and Cloche doesn’t just display your bake, it frames it like a work of art. Whether nestled in a country kitchen, sat snug on a modern marble counter, or centre stage on your garden table, this stand blends practicality with quiet, understated beauty.
It pairs beautifully with items from our kitchen & dining collection, for those who like their tablescapes with a touch of thought. Layer it alongside our glassware for a glint of sparkle, or place it on one of our table linens for a softer, rustic feel. Add in a few hand-picked pieces from our serveware collection, a jug here, a dish there and you’ve created a scene that feels both inviting and effortlessly stylish. Whether you're hosting a full afternoon tea or simply treating yourself to a midweek slice, these little details turn your table into a quiet celebration of home.
The Art of Everyday Welcome
It’s not really about the cake. (Although, let’s be honest, cake helps.) It’s about the feeling, the warmth that comes from something homemade and the quiet pride in sharing it.
Set your sponge beneath the dome. Lay out a few pretty plates. Put the kettle on. That’s hospitality, the Angela Reed way.
Looking to bring a little slice of homeliness into your kitchen?
Treat yourself to our Wooden Cake Stand and Cloche, or browse our full kitchen & dining collection for more ways to make your home as warm as your bakes.
And if you’re nearby, pop into our Saffron Walden store. There’s inspiration (and temptation) in every corner.
