New England Winter Wonderland Wedding Ideas

The Sex in the City's 2 Wedding Cake

The tiered white wedding cake shown here is the actual wedding cake from the wedding in the film!
It was executed by Swarovski and celebrity wedding cake baker, Ron Ben-Israel. The Swarovski crystals are chandelier components and are dripping off the cake, which is sitting on a Lucite stand.













It looks like its influenced by The Top Of the Rocks Swarovski Crystal chandelier!

Warm Hands.. Warm Heart ...All in a Muff !

It's snowing again in Newport and this vintage faux fur muff with a secret interior zipper pocket for your wallet, cell phone, etc… would come in handy! Made of quality faux fur on the outside and lined in velvet on the inside to keep your hands warm. The long gold-tone chain detaches from grosgrain loops too, so you can carry it with or without. Classic…with an updated twist!

$79.00 By Special order at The Newport Wedding Gallery

Newport's Winter Festival

February 13-22 2009
With over one hundred and fifty individual events, this Festival has become "New England's largest winter extravaganza." Alive with sparkle and excitement, the Winter Festival offers a unique winter experience combining food, music, and entertainment, with fun for all ages. Sand sculptures, a Chili Cook-Off, city-wide Scavenger Hunt, and an Ice Sculpting Competition, a Children's Fair, and a Pizza Cook-Off are just some of the many colorful and exciting events that will captivate you.

Elegant Newport Wedding Flowers that you can do your self!

Glass containers, a few river rocks,one orchid and a floating candle
Modern beautiful and easy!

A winter wonderland wedding cake

Off season weddings are not just a value but they can be very beautiful as well!

White Christmas!

I love this bouquet by Michelle Rago...So much texture!
Michelle.. see you next week at Nicks!
www.MichelleRago.com
Newport Wedding

Let It Snow!

No proper Newporter doesn’t own at least one piece of J.H. Breakell & Co Jewelry.

Since 1972 his extensive collection of silver and gold designs are inspired by nature and New England's rich maritime heritage.
The jewelry has been featured in major New England shows and articles and, most recently, in the National Archives.

This collection makes is the perfect bridal gift for maids, grooms men or special family members.

You can Find them on:
128 Spring Street Or on Line at
www.breakell.com

Clearly it’s Chowdah

Red Chowder is from Manhattan
White is New England’s
And Rhode Island’s is clearly unique.

The first time I had Rhode Island clear chowder was on Block Island. It seamed a bit naked compared to its two brothers, but it was absolutely delicious.
In New England most chowders are made from large meaty clams called Quahogs (KWAH-hogs). The American Indian name for an East Coast hard shell clam. If you love chowder, you may want to plan your wedding on the weekend of:
Newport’s Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off
http://www.newportfestivals.com/Chowder-Cook-Off
This year it will be held on June 7, 2008, for 2009 planning it will be on June 6.
The Chowder Cook-off features over 3000 gallons of chowder served up by over 30 of the nation's best restaurants and chefs. I cant tell you how much fun it is.

What a great activity to bond with you family and friends. Ticket prices are very reasonable, Advanced tickets sell at a discounted rate, so you can save $5 on each ticket.
The ticket sales start mid Febuary.

So think about adding them to your welcome bag!

P.S. In 2005 the Food Network fimed the festival and I had my 15 seconds of fame cheering... "The Irish chowder rocks!"

Newports Winter Festival

Celebrate the 20th Annual Newport Winter Festival, February 15th-24th
With over 160 individual events, the Newport Winter Festival has become New England’s largest winter extravaganza. Alive with sparkle and excitement, the festival offers a unique holiday experience combining food, music, and entertainment for all ages. A concert series featuring BeatleMania, sand sculptures, chili and pizza cook-offs, a city-wide scavenger hunt, ice sculpting competitions and a teddy bear tea are just some of the many exciting events designed to celebrate the wonder of the winter.

http://www.newportfestivals.com/winterfest

Jack and Pearls

I meet Jessica Lauber last year at the gift show.
She has a amazing colection of hand made candles prefect for a modern wedding setting.
www.jackandpearls.com