| If you are intent on having an ice sculpture at your | | | | It is advised that as soon as you make the decision to |
| wedding reception there are a few things you will need | | | | have an ice sculpture, that you call your order in. You |
| to keep in mind. One of those things is what type of | | | | will more than likely be asked for a deposit to secure |
| ice sculpture would you like? Is your wedding a formal | | | | your place on their calendar. You can order a sculpture |
| affair where you will want a sophisticated design, or | | | | that is carved by hand and is made of clear ice or you |
| do you want a more fun ice sculpture for a more | | | | can choose a sculpture that has been molded and |
| informal event? | | | | colored to complement the room or the wedding |
| Another thing to consider is where you would like the | | | | theme. |
| ice sculpture to be placed. There are those couples | | | | You will be presented with a wide array of choices |
| who like to have their ice sculpture on the table where | | | | when it comes to prices and styles. You may want to |
| guests will put the gifts; others prefer the ice sculpture | | | | order an ice sculpture that has been custom designed |
| at the bride and groom's table. You may want your ice | | | | especially for you or you may choose one of the |
| sculpture to be in the foyer of the reception hall where | | | | offerings they advertise. Your ice sculpture should |
| guests will see it when they first enter, or you might | | | | come with a guarantee for a timely delivery as well as |
| want to put it next to the cake. Where you place the | | | | setting up the sculpture along with a drip tray. |
| ice sculpture will also depend on the layout and the | | | | You can expect an ice sculpture that will be displayed |
| size of the room. | | | | indoors to last at least 5-8 hours. The larger pieces will |
| An ice sculpture may weigh anywhere from 150 to | | | | last longer. The drip tray will catch the melting ice, so |
| 200 lbs. so a table is important to support the weight. | | | | you don't have to worry about guests injuring |
| Finding the right artist to create your sculpture is your | | | | themselves on a wet floor. The self-contained drip tray |
| next order of business. You can start by asking friends | | | | will typically be hidden by sprays of greens and baby's |
| and family for their recommendations. You can also | | | | breath so that they guests will not see it. You may be |
| search The National Ice Carving Association website | | | | offered table swans, balloons, candles or flower |
| for ice sculptors that are in your area. | | | | arrangements to make your display complete. |