BAKE Kitchen or Bakery Farmhouse Country Cottage Word Sign

Add warmth and farmhouse charm to your kitchen with our BAKE metal word sign. Designed to feel cozy, inviting, and timeless, this handcrafted piece is perfect for kitchens, baking nooks, pantries, and farmhouse-inspired spaces where homemade goodness lives.

Each sign is hand-cut from real American steel and designed entirely by me, The Dirt Road Gardener, in our family-owned shop in Kimball, Michigan. From the original font design to the final cut, every step is completed in-house with care, craftsmanship, and intention.

Rooted in faith, covered by grace — every piece that leaves our shop is made with that same heart.

The script font used for this sign is 100% original—created to feel upscale farmhouse while remaining soft, flowing, and slightly whimsical. You may see similar styles elsewhere, but this exact font and balance are unique to our shop.

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DETAILS
• Word: Bake
• Sizes available: 5", 8", 12" (measured by height)
• Material: Steel
• Finish options: Raw steel, Rusted, Flat black
• Design: Original font by The Dirt Road Gardener
• Handmade in Michigan, USA

📏 Sizing note:
Sizes are measured by height. Width is proportionally scaled for each size to ensure balanced spacing and easy readability—never squished or overly stretched.

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FINISH OPTIONS — PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

🌿 Rusted Patina Finish

Our rusted finish is intentionally aged using a natural activator to begin the patina process.
• Not sealed
• Rust will transfer if touched
• Patina will continue to evolve over weeks, months, and years
• Each piece will vary in tone, texture, and pattern

This finish is ideal for those who love organic, time-worn beauty and understand that rust is living and ever-changing.

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🌿 Raw Steel Finish
• Cleaned bare steel
• Not sealed
• Will naturally patina and darken over time
• Final appearance depends on humidity, handling, and placement

Raw steel offers a natural, industrial look that continues to age beautifully.

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🌿 Flat Black Finish
• Smooth matte black appearance
• Sealed for durability
• Most consistent and low-maintenance finish option

Perfect for a clean, modern farmhouse or classic kitchen aesthetic.

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HANGING & DISPLAY
• No hardware, hooks, or holes are included
• This allows flexible styling and avoids punching holes into the lettering
• We recommend using Command-style strips or appropriate mounting solutions based on the size and weight of your sign

Many customers prefer this option so they can hang without wall damage or visible hardware.

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PRODUCTION TIME

Every Dirt Road Gardener piece is made to order. Typical production time is 7–10 business days. During peak holiday seasons, production times may be slightly longer.

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SHIPPING INFORMATION

Free shipping included on every order. Orders ship via UPS Ground. Tracking information is automatically emailed once your order ships. Shipping times vary by destination but most orders arrive within 2–5 business days after shipment. We currently ship throughout the continental United States.

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IMPORTANT NOTES
• No two pieces are identical.
Steel arrives from the mill with natural grain, grooves, and variation. Raw and rusted finishes will vary from piece to piece, making each sign truly one of a kind.
• Color may vary slightly due to lighting, staging, and screen settings.
• This is a handmade steel item, not mass-produced décor—variation is part of its charm.

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WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

The BAKE metal word sign is a warm, inviting reminder of homemade moments and shared meals. Designed to blend effortlessly into farmhouse, cottage, and modern rustic kitchens, it's a timeless piece that brings heart to the home.

Handmade. Original font. Crafted to age beautifully.

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POLICIES

Cancellations: Orders may be canceled within 12 hours of purchase. Once production begins, cancellations cannot be accepted because every piece is custom made to order.

Returns: Because every item is handmade specifically for each customer, we do not accept returns due to buyer's remorse. If your order arrives damaged during shipping, please contact us within 3 days of delivery with photos of the packaging and product so we can make it right.

Custom Orders: We love custom work. If you're looking for personalized signs, custom porch art, business logos, family names, memorial pieces, or unique designs, send us a message — we'd be happy to discuss your project.