About Us
Vintage Vanes: Guiding the Wind of Artistry and Craftsmanship
Located in the picturesque town of Madison, Georgia, nestled amidst rolling hills and charming antebellum homes, a new company was born. It was called Vintage Vanes, and it was poised to become a testament to the beauty of fine artistry and craftsmanship.
Madison, often touted as one of the best small towns in America, served as the perfect backdrop for Vintage Vanes. Its historic streets, with meticulously preserved gardens and grand old homes, seemed like an eternal source of inspiration. In Madison, every corner whispered tales of a bygone era, where aesthetics and attention to detail were paramount. It was in this idyllic setting that Vintage Vanes was destined to flourish.
At the heart of this venture was a company with both a love of history and passion for preserving the past. The company saw how one vintage piece like a beautiful weathervane or could become the finishing touch and turn a house into a home!
Vintage Vanes began with a chance encounter with Fred Bland, affectionately known as Uncle Fred, a local legend who had been selling weathervanes to the people of the Appalachian Mountains for the past seven years. Uncle Fred was more than just a vendor; he was a caretaker of tradition, a master of weathervanes, and a treasure trove of knowledge on the subject.
Uncle Fred’s weathervanes were beautiful creations, each exquisite in its own right. The family was captivated not only by their aesthetic beauty but also by their intricate craftsmanship.
The family could not shake the feeling that these weathervanes deserved a wider audience. The family decided to bring the art of weathervane making, as embodied by Uncle Fred's success across the Blue Ridge, to all lovers of craftsmanship across the nation. With Uncle Fred's blessings and guidance, Vintage Vanes was born.
Each weathervane is a labor of love, handcrafted by skilled artisans who have perfected their craft. Custom molds are used to bring a myriad of beautiful and diverse designs to life, catering to the discerning tastes of customers everywhere.
From graceful birds taking flight to majestic horses galloping in the wind, Vintage Vanes offered a range of weathervane designs that capture the imagination. Each piece is a fusion of artistic expression and functional utility, a testament to the enduring allure of these timeless creations.
In Madison, Georgia, where the past and present coexisted in perfect harmony, Vintage Vanes stands as part of the town's enduring commitment to craftsmanship, artistry, and the preservation of history. It was a company founded and dedicated to the wind-borne beauty of weathervanes. In every gust of wind, and in every glance skyward, we hope one of our beautiful weathervanes can be that special piece to your home while bringing years of enjoyment and memories!
The family couldn’t shake the feeling that these weathervanes deserved a wider audience. His dream was to bring the art of weathervane making, as embodied by Uncle Fred’s success across the Blue Ridge, to all lovers of craftsmanship across the nation. With Uncle Fred’s blessings and guidance, Vintage Vanes was born.
What sets Vintage Vanes apart is its commitment to preserving the traditions of weathervane making and making them more readily available to everyone across the U.S. Each weathervane is a labor of love, handcrafted by skilled artisans who have perfected their craft. Custom molds are used to bring a myriad of beautiful and diverse designs to life, catering to the discerning tastes of customers far and wide.
From graceful birds taking flight to majestic horses galloping in the wind, Vintage Vanes offered a range of weathervane designs that capture the imagination. Each piece is a fusion of artistic expression and functional utility, a testament to the enduring allure of these timeless creations.
As word spread about Vintage Vanes and its commitment to quality, artistry, and heritage, the company quickly gained a following among those who appreciated the beauty of weathervanes. The Nobles’ family vision of sharing the artistry of Uncle Fred’s weathervanes with the world was becoming a reality.
In Madison, Georgia, where the past and present coexisted in perfect harmony, Vintage Vanes stands as a symbol of the town’s enduring commitment to craftsmanship, artistry, and the preservation of history. It was a company founded on love, inspired by tradition, and dedicated to the wind-borne beauty of weathervanes. In every twist of the weather vane, in every gust of wind, and in every glance skyward, Vintage Vanes whispered the story of artistry and craftsmanship that transcended time and place.