Ice Sculpture For Wedding Reception

If you are intent on having an ice sculpture at yourIt is advised that as soon as you make the decision to
wedding reception there are a few things you will needhave an ice sculpture, that you call your order in. You
to keep in mind. One of those things is what type ofwill more than likely be asked for a deposit to secure
ice sculpture would you like? Is your wedding a formalyour place on their calendar. You can order a sculpture
affair where you will want a sophisticated design, orthat is carved by hand and is made of clear ice or you
do you want a more fun ice sculpture for a morecan 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 thetheme.
ice sculpture to be placed. There are those couplesYou will be presented with a wide array of choices
who like to have their ice sculpture on the table wherewhen it comes to prices and styles. You may want to
guests will put the gifts; others prefer the ice sculptureorder an ice sculpture that has been custom designed
at the bride and groom's table. You may want your iceespecially for you or you may choose one of the
sculpture to be in the foyer of the reception hall whereofferings they advertise. Your ice sculpture should
guests will see it when they first enter, or you mightcome with a guarantee for a timely delivery as well as
want to put it next to the cake. Where you place thesetting up the sculpture along with a drip tray.
ice sculpture will also depend on the layout and theYou 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 tolast 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 yourthemselves on a wet floor. The self-contained drip tray
next order of business. You can start by asking friendswill typically be hidden by sprays of greens and baby's
and family for their recommendations. You can alsobreath so that they guests will not see it. You may be
search The National Ice Carving Association websiteoffered table swans, balloons, candles or flower
for ice sculptors that are in your area.arrangements to make your display complete.