Evening Republican, Volume 14, Number 193, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 15 August 1910 — BOXES FOR THE BRIDE’S CAKE [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

BOXES FOR THE BRIDE’S CAKE

Come in All Shapes and Sizes, and Practically at Any Cost to Sult. The statement that it is not what is done, but how It is done, that counts, verges on the trite; but it is particularly applicable in the little things that contribute toward a pleasant time for wedding guests. A wedding cake is no longer kept for weeks and weeks; it is cut into little pieces and sent or presented to the guests and friends of the happy pair. Just how to give this in an attractive form is sometimes a question that clamors for its answer in the rush of the last few days. Boxes can now be purchased at stationery departments of any large store and the accessories are within the reach of the majority of brides. There is a charming little circular box that looks like a miniature wed-

ding cake. ( When tied with white ribbon or with the silken cords that reflect the color scheme of the decorations it is

well worth having. The ends of the bow are gathered into the tops of tiny silver bells. Perhaps the heart-shaped box of white is more appropriate. This should hold a heart-shaped piece of cake, and the top of the box should be tied down with broad ribbon, fastened under a rosette. Square forms are always good. The addition of a card with the best wishes of the bride and bridegroom is a little personal touch that is well worth while. Through the knot of ribbon a spray of asparagus fern can be slipped. It lasts for weeks and gives the freshness that is desirable, especially for boxes that are to be sent away through the mail To the friends who are present there can easily be given a spray of

leaves with a iblossom from the 'decoration of the {table or rooms. [Tied with a gold or silver cord, a

ilong, narrow box will hold a fresh [sprig of flowers. People like to carry [with them some part of the festivities. iThe mania for souvenirs still prevails. ; Of course, the custom of having the jcake cut by the bride herself can be

easily - observed, for during the reception following the small pieces

can be boxed and tied by a special committee of friends and distributed to the guests before their departure. 1 As to the dreams that may come When the fair recipients sleep with [the bride’s cake beneath their pillows, -who can tell whether they can vie with the pleasure of receiving it in so charming a form?