| An ice sculpture at a wedding reception can be | | | | for ideas and pricing. Custom designs are welcome. |
| elegant, dramatic or fun. Some couples display their | | | | As well as your sculpture, the price includes on time |
| sculptures in the foyer, on the gift table, on one end of | | | | delivery and set up, and a self-contained drip tray.The |
| the bridal table, or alongside the cake. The size and | | | | ice sculptures are usually designed on 300 pound ice |
| layout of the room should also influence your decision | | | | blocks. The dimensions are approximately 40" high x |
| on where to place your sculpture. The design of the | | | | 20" wide x 10" in depth. One block ice sculptures range |
| sculpture could weigh approximately 150 to 200 | | | | from $250 - $350, and vary depending on the style |
| pounds, so a table is needed to support this | | | | you select. Delivery charges will be added if traveling |
| weight.Seeking referrals from family and friends is a | | | | expenses are incurred.Ice sculptures set up indoors will |
| good place to start. You can also look for an ice | | | | last approximately 5-8 hours. The larger the piece, the |
| sculptor in your area by searching the website of The | | | | longer it lasts. As the ice melts, water is collected in the |
| National Ice Carving Association. This site has | | | | self-contained drip tray. The company will provide |
| registered international members as well as those in | | | | baby's breath and greens to cover the tray so it will |
| the United States.Ice carvers suggest that you call as | | | | not be visible. On request, they also offer flower |
| soon as you decide to have an ice sculpture at your | | | | arrangements, candles, balloons, and table swans to |
| reception. They will ask you for a deposit to secure | | | | adorn your ice sculpture. The also rent lovely |
| your date on their calendar. They give you the choice | | | | pedestals, which make an elegant display and give the |
| either hand carved sculptures of crystal clear ice or | | | | ice sculpture more height.The classic swan is one of |
| the more popular molded sculptures, which can be | | | | the most requested ice sculptures for wedding |
| colored to suit the room or theme of the reception. | | | | receptions. |
| They ask you to browse through their online ice gallery | | | | |