Black Fox Metalcraft Blog

Restoring Weathervanes

Recently we've had a couple of enquiries about restoring old weathervanes, so thought I would do a blog post about a few relevant projects.Though m...

Back to the workshop - Happy 2024!

It's back to the workshop for us on this bitterly cold January day. I've spent the morning catching up on admin - it's been lovely to receive so ma...

What Makes The Spitfire Such A Well-Loved British Symbol?

The iconic Spitfire is still celebrated today in everything from weathervanes to comic books, but just why does this plane have such a hold on our ...

The Evolution Of The Land Rover: An Icon Of British Design

Land Rover inspires loyalty and affection in their owners. They are more than a hard working vehicle to get about with; they are an icon of British...

3 Fabulous Christmas Present Ideas For Wildlife Lovers

If you are still searching for a unique Christmas gift for someone special who loves the great outdoors, then you may like to consider a bespoke we...

5 Of The Best Farm Shops To Visit In The UK This Christmas

There’s nothing like a farm shop sign to tempt you to pull over and stock up on some quality local produce in an attractive setting with good custo...

The difference between Springer and Cocker Spaniels

We've created several weathervane and sign designs featuring Cocker and Springer spaniels, and we're quite often asked to swap one for the other. I...

A Look At The Fascinating History Of British House Names

The British have a long-standing tradition of naming their houses, sometimes with rather intriguing choices. Here’s a look at where this tradition ...

Curlew Weathervane

Curlews are the largest European wading bird, with a wingspan of up to 1 metre. They feed in estuaries during the winter months, but move inland to...

The History Of The Metal Guild Sign

Signage is a hugely important part of the success of any business and this has been known since the era of the ornate German metalwork zunftzeichen...

Shooting Weathervanes

We've had a lovely email from a very happy customer this week, who had ordered one of our Shooting weathervanes as a gift: "Parcel arrived before l...

What Is The Purpose Of A Village Gateway Sign?

Anyone who has travelled along the winding lanes of the UK’s picturesque countryside will be familiar with the village gateway sign. Here are the k...