Growing up we had a curio cabinet in an everchanging prominent place in the formal family spaces. Maybe in the entry hall or tucked in a corner in the living room. During the holidays it was in the dining room. At night my Mom would flip on the long lightbulb inside to illuminate her precious collectibles. Antique porcelain serving pieces, sweet-faced Hummels, Royal Doulton figurines and Swarovski crystals set up on round mirrors. My Mom is gone now but her curio cabinet is still here. In fact, it is literally six feet away from where I am writing this, and her ashes are displayed on the bottom shelf. I am certain she would be livid knowing she was inside this dark wood display, but ‘we’ are uncertain what to do next. Sorry Mom. Forgive us.
For me, I suggest that every home have a ‘Cake Cabinet’. It could be part of the kitchen design layout and also have a functional light.
Who could disagree that this would brighten days and evenings of families? Delight children. Give home bakers a sense of pride seeing their creations gathered, styled and displayed together on commercial racks. Entertaining guests would skyrocket to a whole other level. “Please come and select your dessert.”
This cabinet option is a far happier decorating option. I want one. (But please don’t place my cremation urn in it.)