Vintage Cake Carriers: Taking Your Cakes And Pies On The Road

The Origin Of Cake Carriers 

What is the difference between the term "cake carriers" and "cake savers" or "cake carriers"?
A  few years ago I wrote about this topic in an article called "Cake Savers Are Popular in Today's Kitchen". At that time I wrote in my post that I often see the names of these kitchen housewares used in a similar fashion, sometimes referred to as cake savers and at other times cake carriers.

Cake Carriers And Cake Savers


But. today I was looking through some materials in my files and discovered more information on the origin of "cake carriers".  Cake carriers are designed to take cakes from one place to another.

It is generally thought that women carried cakes to social functions such as church suppers or picnics etc.

Therefore "cake carriers" were different than cake holders (or savers) which were kept on the kitchen counter to keep cakes fresh.

Vintage Cake Carriers Have Wire To Hold Parts Together

Cake carriers have several parts: a metal bottom tray,  a metal cover with a knob and  an outer wire bracket with a handle which keeps the parts together and also allows for carrying the cake. Some cake carriers have more parts with additional trays to carry cakes and pies together at one time.

The Glass Knobs On Cake Carriers Are Glass Cabinet Pulls


Another tidbit I came across was that the glass knobs on the early cake carriers were from the  same companies that made kitchen cabinet pulls and were used to match the kitchen.

Cake carriers came in different sizes to hold more than one cake or pie.  One important point to rmember is that if you are buying these housewares, think about whether they have all the parts.

Readers if you can add to this discussion, please post yuor comments, thank you.

Green cake carrier combo was made by Carlton and was featured at http://www.etsy.com/shop/cynthiasattic

The other cake carriers were found on Pinterest.com

Refernce: "Bake And Take" by Cathy Cook, Collectibles Flea Market Finds Magazine.


C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of I Antique Online an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café. To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.com Dianne is a member of: The American Society of Journalists and Authors The Society of Professional Journalists

Vintage Cake Saver Made Into A Kitschy Lamp

Cake Saver Funky Lamp Retro Housewives Will Adore

This Cake Saver Lamp is right up the kitschy collector's retro alley. A lamp base from a thrift ssale at target was redone to become an adorable vintage desk lamp. I found this project on the blog Lilliedale  .  Lillliedale took the time to tell you step by step how she made this funky lamp.  The idea has been posted in so many places I had to track down the original genius who took the time to create this novel kitschy lamp.

You can find more Retro Re-Do's on my Pinterest.com board



C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of I Antique Online an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café. To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.com Dianne is a member of: The American Society of Journalists and Authors The Society of Professional Journalists

West Bend Appliances Is Now Celebrating 100 Year Anniversary

Vintage West Bend Products Are Popular Collectibles
I am always delighted to discover an original kitchenware catalog or advertising materials in good condition. Today I found this wonderful 4 page 1957 advertising insert for West Bend appliances on Etsy.com

West Bend Products Featured In 1957 Advertisement

This West Bend advertisement is described as featuring " West Bend Appliances, Gift Ware, and Pantry Ware. Models included: Automatic Skillet, Electric Griddle, Bean Pot, Corn Popper, Percolators, Bread Box, Canister Set, Cake Humidor, Serving Oven, Cookie Canister, Shakers, Range Set, Bowlmaster Set, Trig Singing Tea Kettle, Serv-It Platter, Lazy Susan, Penguin Hot and Cold Server, and Top-Stove Ovenette ".

West Bend "Pantry Ware"

The page which really tickled my fancy was the advertisement for West Bend's "Pantry Ware" featured. Many of us have seen bits and pieces of their sets but now we get to see how the entire product line looks. "Pantry Ware " included bread box, 4 piece Canister Set, Cake Humidor, Range Set, Flour n Sugar Shakers, Waste Basket, Cookie Cutter, Canister n Cake Set.

Pantry Ware Came In Polished Aluminum or Copper Color Aluminum

Pantry Ware came in "sparkling polished aluminum or "tarnish-proof copper-color aluminum". Here is how the 1957 advertisement describes these products: "strikingly modern-with a touch of Early American charm. That's the beauty of West Ben's complete line of perfectly matched Pantry Ware. Protective coating prevents finger-printing, keeps every piece bright and new looking".

The West Bend Company Invented The First Stove Top Drip Coffee Maker

The West Bend Company is still around and is now celebrating it's 100thy anniversary. Located in West Bend, WI, this kitchen appliance company is a privately held company managed by Focus Products Group. LLC. In 1922, West Bend launched America's first stovetop drip coffee maker. West Bend is also credited with launching the Waterless Cooker which could featuring a one-pot meal cooker. Many of us will associate the West Bend name to their popular Stir Crazy popcorn popper. To read more about West Ben Appliances visit: http://www.westbend.com/

Visit jammatun's shop on Etsy.com. to read more about this catalog advertiesemnt.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of I Antique Online an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and Authors The Society of Professional Journalists