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Light Up Your Home with Beautiful Handcrafted Lanterns

11/17/2017

Nothing adds personality and charm to a home like beautiful, handcrafted lanterns. We have a dozen unique lantern styles to match any taste or architectural design. And now you can enjoy our lanterns in two ways: as part of your custom cupola, or around your home with our new lantern posts.

Brighten Your Roofline with Cupola Lanterns

Add Colonial charm to your home with this beautifully patinated lantern. Perfect for larger cupolas, it will be a welcoming beacon on your house, inviting visitors to make themselves at home.

This Old-World-style lantern gives an elegant carriage house feel to sheds and garages. Provide extra light to your driveway and yard at night without settling for glaring floodlights.

The Colonial lantern is a look that never goes out of style and compliments any home. Also available in black, this lantern has patterned glass to soften the light to a warm glow. The copper roof shines brightly in the daytime, adding character to your cupola all throughout the day.

This charming little lantern has a lot of personality. With segmented windows and beautifully patinated roof it resembles a miniature home. One could almost imagine a fairy taking up residence, lighting the lantern each night like a lighthouse keeper.

Illuminate Walkways with Beautiful Handcrafted Lanterns and Posts

The Frankfort lantern post has a very traditional look, shown here with the Lancaster lantern. Its simple lines allow it to complement any architectural style and look particularly regal flanking the end of a driveway.

The Lincoln lantern post has a raised panel base, giving it a traditional lamppost feel. Matched here with the copper cupola-style lantern, the Lincoln is at home along garden paths and by outside seating areas.

The Plymouth lantern post - shown with the delightful Surrey lantern - is solidly built, with two sets of raised panels. Perfect for stately entrances or alongside a personalized mailbox, this post is adds elegance and dignity to your home.

For a less heavy look, choose the Richmond lantern post. This beautifully tapered post is perfect for waterside homes as its shape resembles that of a lighthouse. Topped with the brilliant New Orleans lantern it is certain to delight visitors.

All our lantern posts are available with a variety of customization options, including:

Oval address sign
Address numbers
Vertical address sign
Copper accents
Personalized signs

If you are ready to add a beautiful, handcrafted lantern to your home, call us today at 866-400-1776.

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Pennsylvania Christmas Decorations to Inspire Your Holiday Spirit

11/9/2017

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Eastern Pennsylvania is home to a unique culture generally referred to as “Pennsylvania Dutch.” Many people misunderstand this term, assuming it comes from the Netherlands and the Dutch people. In fact, the name refers to the German-speaking immigrants who settled the region, known as the Deutsch, who came from Germany and Switzerland during the 17th and 18th centuries. Eventually the various dialects spoken by these immigrants fused into the unique dialect now known as Pennsylvania German or Pennsylvania “Dutch.” Much like the language, traditions and customs were blended together to create a unique culture that reflected both the New and Old World. Some of our most beloved Christmas traditions are adopted from the Pennsylvania German community.

Classic Pennsylvania Christmas Traditions

Candles in the window - For hundreds of years candles have figured prominently as Christmas decorations. Martin Luther is credited as the first person to put candles on a tree (reflected in our modern electric Christmas lights), and in Ireland they would leave a candle lit in the window on Christmas Eve to “light the way for the Christ Child.” Candles in the window are a sign of welcome and hospitality, glowing with Christmas cheer for all to see.
The Moravian Star - This beautiful 26-point star actually began as a geometry lesson, but it become so popular that is was adopted by the Moravian Church to represent the Star of Bethlehem. Today many people purchase or assemble their own Moravian stars to light up their homes and porches during the Advent season.
The tree - What is Christmas without a tree? This tradition started among the Lutherans, with the first written account of a fully decorated Christmas tree dating back to 1605. Old World Germans decorated their trees with stars, angels, toys, candies, tinsel, and lighted candles.
The “putz” - This Pennsylvania Dutch interpretation of the crèche may have originated as a way to help children appreciate the Christmas story. Centering on the birth of Christ, the putz depicts the traditional Nativity scene but may have additional scenes, such as the Annunciations, the shepherds in the hills, and the three kings. Today making the putz is often a family project.

‘Tis the Season: Start Your Christmas Shopping Now!

If you are looking for a unique Christmas gift that will last a lifetime, why not choose a cupola and weathervane from Valley Forge Cupolas? With our early Black Friday sale, our entire inventory of cupolas, weathervanes, and outside decorations are 72% off. Call us today at 866-400-1776 to get in the holiday spirit with one of our beautiful cupolas.

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How to Choose the Right Cupola Manufacturer

11/3/2017

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When it comes to choosing a cupola manufacturer, what are the most important things you are looking for? Outstanding quality and craftsmanship? Prompt and personal customer service? A vast selection with customizable options? Why not choose a cupola manufacturer that offers all this - and more!

What Sets Us Apart from Other Cupola Manufacturers?

At Valley Forge Cupolas and Weathervanes, we are committed to providing our customers with the best products and customer service. All of our cupolas are made in the USA by talented Pennsylvania craftsmen using durable materials that will last a lifetime with minimal to no maintenance. We have enjoyed a long, ongoing relationship with our craftsmen, allowing us to source the exact cupola you are looking for.

We have an extensive selection of cupolas with countless customization options to create a unique, one-of-a-kind look. Can’t decide between windows or louvers, four or six sides, shiny or patinated copper? Just ask! We love sharing our extensive cupola knowledge with our customers. We help you every step of the way, from purchasing to installation.

We are also the only cupola manufacturer to offer FREE digital quotes to our customers! Not sure how your new cupola will look on your home? Simply send us a photo or architectural drawing, and we will send you a custom quote. And if you are unsatisfied for any reason, we offer hassle-free returns as part of our commitment to 100% customer satisfaction.

Customers Love Valley Forge Cupolas and Weathervanes

“Well-made, fair priced, and Beverly was so helpful! Would highly recommend and I searched and called many companies for the right cupola for my house.” - Jill

“We purchased two cupolas and weathervanes and they look terrific. Products are of high quality and the service was fantastic. These folks are very knowledgeable and accommodating. I highly recommend them.” - Frank V.

“My wife, Carol, and I are very satisfied with the cupola that we had installed on our new shed. As important as the quality of the cupola is that you kept your promise as far as the delivery date. The cupola arrived the very day it was needed for our construction project. We highly recommend your company.” - Bryant R.

Find the Cupola of Your Dreams at Valley Forge Cupolas and Weathervanes

Since 2001, we have been happily matching customers with the cupolas of their dreams. If you are looking to add a cupola to your home, call the experts at 866-400-1776.