I've done quite a few of those, very similar in design, turned from mainly pecan. Always sold well. Nice work on this one. I admit to never having much luck with the ash that grows around here.
They do Daren, unfortunately when they are like these they don't last long, the Calories hang around for much longer though. You've just got to be prepared for the former and accept the latter.
Christmas Cake.
I dunno.. I mean I like the cake stand.. but those cakes are works of art all on their own so given the choice I might opt for the ephemeral temporary joy of the cake