Stamp Of Approval

Cake bunting seems to have gone from a quirky one-off to a growing trend. It’s hoisting its custom-decorated flag all over the place and claiming ts turf on behalf of bakers who want to dress up a cake without needing to be a dab hand with a piping bag. And hallelujah to that – those of us who view a spatula as more cutlery than a utensil can breathe a sigh of relief at a distraction from our rough-iced creations!

This twist on cake bunting combines a cheery one-in-every-colour feel with a bit of elegant restraint. At first glance, it might not quite register what it’s made from...

Postage stamp cake bunting design from D Sharp (who sells via Etsy and Big Cartel)

The portrait on the postage stamp reproduced in a range of colours strikes me as a little bit Warhol, but with the slightly muted shades is more toned down than technicolour – Warhol with a polaroid camera, maybe? And the simple white icing mixes the retro charm with clean modern lines.

With the fashion for Union Jack designs and all things vintage, it’s surprising that the classic English postage stamp doesn’t seem to have had a similar revival yet. Perhaps it’ll be the next design equivalent of the cupcake? This rug might not be everyone’s cup of Earl Grey, but it has a certain strikingly eccentric charm...

Postage stamp rug by Rug Maker from Rockett St George

I wonder if the hyped-to-pieces English royal wedding will tip Empire chic out of vogue, or if we’ve only reached the tip of the iceberg...