Mini Cardinal
Small, vivid, and full of meaning.
Our Mini Cardinal keeps the most beloved backyard bird close at hand. Many people see cardinals as messengers of love and remembrance, so this little flash of red is perfect beside a memorial rose, tucked into a herb pot, or perched on a mailbox where you’ll catch it out of the corner of your eye. Cut from premium Corten steel, it slowly develops a warm patina that looks astonishing against winter snow and fresh spring greens. The compact stake makes placement simple on railings, planters, posts, and window boxes—tiny footprint, big feeling, zero maintenance.
✓ Perfect mini scale... 4" × 2" (10 × 5 cm), approx. 3.5 oz (100 g)
✓ Premium material... 11‑gauge (~3 mm) Corten steel for decades outdoors
✓ Gift‑easy... arrives in an A6 envelope (148 × 105 mm)
✓ Low‑maintenance... protective patina means no repainting
✓ Versatile placement... ideal for pots, rails, steps, and small posts
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Each Metalbird is crafted from Corten® Steel, a premium, weathering steel made to last.
When it meets the elements, it doesn’t rust like your old BBQ. It transforms.
That change you’re seeing? That’s patina. A tough, protective outer layer that seals the steel, adds character, and preserves your bird for decades.
This isn’t paint. It’s nature’s way of ageing gracefully.
The Patina Process:
At first, you’ll notice bright orange spots (we call this the teenage phase). Soon enough, the whole bird will turn a bold orange, slowly shifting into deep burnt umber. Eventually, it settles into a moody charcoal that feels like it’s always belonged.
The Result? A piece of industrial art with a heartbeat. No peeling, no fading, just a bird that gets better with age.
