The Moose

I know that it probably seems weird that my cake topper was my first wedding project, but boredom set in a few weekends ago. Being practical, I could not justify spending $30-$300 (I couldn't find anything much cheaper) on a cake topper that would probably have very little use after the wedding. I kept going back and forth, while trying to keep the themes of the wedding in mind. I couldn't decide on what to make until I was doing the dishes one day. On the window sill above the sink, I have a clay moose, bear, raccoon, figurine I made in high school. Then it clicked. A bride and groom moose!

I used Sculpey Clay that cooks in the oven. In total, I probably used 3 complete packages. I bought the clay on sale at Jo-Ann Fabrics for $1.60 a package. For those who don't feel like doing the math that's $4.80. If we are getting technical it's $5.04 with tax.

I have a book with a pattern that I used for the moose above, so I used that. All I did was modify the legs, add some grass and flowers, and add a veil and hat. I started to put antlers on the bride moose, and luckily I realized that was not anatomically correct before I put it in the oven! I have also subtly incorporated my two wedding colors. Can you find them? The tulle on the veil was taken from my prom dress from junior year of high school. That keeps the price at $5.04. :-)


I keep calling this a cake topper, but I should mention we are not having a wedding cake. If we are not huge cake people, why have a cake? Desert will be made by my awesome and very talented mother, and it goes along with the moose theme. That is my only clue. Happy guessing!

Welcome

Due to the request of many, I have decided to begin a wedding blog. I suppose I should begin with my wedding philosophy:

• A wedding is a day where you get to share with your closest family and friends your love for one another, and make a very special commitment.
  
• It's ONE very special day. Spending $25,000 (national average) on ONE day is ridiculous. Put that money to better use. Perhaps a car, down payment on a house, put it in savings, etc.
• A wedding should reflect the couple. I'm a strong proponent to the DIY approach to a wedding. It makes the wedding even more personal, while avoiding the $25,000 price tag!

With that being said, I like to consider myself to be a practical bride. Some may call me a budget bride, a frugal bride, even a cheap bride, but just know that I am already having a hell of a time planning! My goal is to use this blog to share with you the progress we're making, my fun DIY projects, and much more! However, don't expect me to give away too much! I still want the day to be a surprise.

Update on our progress:

• Date: June 23, 2012
• Location: Phoenix House and Well Newry, ME (Across from South Ridge at Sunday River)
• Band & Photographer: BOOKED!

With exactly 9 months until the wedding Steve and I are both very excited and well on our way to the perfect day! June 23rd will be here before we know it. More to come soon!