Personalized Cake Knife Sets - Wedding Cake Serving Sets

Most brides wonder at some point what they are going to do with all of their wedding accessories after the day has passed. Most bridal accessories are not something you would ever use again, but if you choose a design you really love, your cake knife and server set can last you a lifetime of use. After slicing the wedding cake and serving it to your guests, your cake knife and server should be gently cleaned with water and a non-abrasive soap. Assign someone you can trust to completely clean and dry each piece, and then wrap them individually in acid-free tissue or soft cloth to protect them. You can also put them back in the wrapping they were packaged in when you purchased them if it will protect them well. Don’t use newspaper, cotton, wool or felt, as they can cause serious tarnishing that may be impossible to clean off later. They contain sulfides which can attack the metal. Silver cloth designed to retard tarnishing may be best.

If you decide to display your silver pieces in your new home, you can place a few anti-tarnish strips around them in a cabinet. These materials are available for purchase at many jewelry stores and even hardware stores.A glass cabinet is the safest environment because wood can emit vapors that can cause damage. A cloudy finish may develop if you store your silver in direct sunlight. You will also want to avoid touching your silver knife and server keepsakes because the oil and acid from your skin can permanently etch the surface if not immediately removed. Follow these tips for a lifetime of enjoyment from your silver and silver-plated gifts and keepsakes.