Butterfly Bench
The Original Butterfly Bench—our signature icon is born from fire, grit, and the skilled hands of dedicated craftspeople.
As Cricket Forge’s original and best-selling design, this one-of-a-kind steel bench has become a symbol of strength, transformation, and beauty in motion. Crafted from heavy-gauge steel and finished to weather the elements, the Butterfly Bench is more than a place to sit—it’s a piece of sculpture built to last generations. Its sweeping wings and solid frame invite stillness, reflection, and connection—whether placed in a garden, park, porch, or public space. Each bench is welded, shaped, and finished by hand in Durham, NC—proof that hardworking craftsmanship can be both striking and steadfast. Made to anchor a space. Built to stand the test of time.
Part of our Signature Butterfly Series
Handcrafted, Built to Last
Forged in Durham, NC nearly 30 years ago, we’re still doing things the way they should be done: handcrafted, built to last. We don't just crank stuff out; we put our sweat and skill into every piece we make. Crafting products that withstand the demand of salt, wind, and sun, and other forces of nature like rogue squirrels and toddlers with melting ice cream cones.
Why "Cricket Forge"?
Many cultures view the presence of a cricket in the household as a symbol of good luck, where the cricket is the bearer of wealth, companionship, and happiness. The “Cricket on the hearth” scenario is usually experienced in colder months, where crickets often seek warmth indoors, sometimes on or near a fireplace. The “Forge,” aspect is in reference to the crickets that tend to hang around the recently-used blacksmith forges in the Cricket Forge shop.
I love the butterfly bench! I have wanted it for 20 years, and finally got it for my birthday. It is just beautiful!!
We bought a medium size butterfly bench many years ago and we still receive congratulations and admiration. No sign of aging.
Richard and Suzan from St-George Québec
Beautiful bench, perfect addition to our backyard!
Butterfly Bench
Love the bench... only complaint was that holes were drilled in the feet of the bench to attach to the wooden pallet for shipping. These holes are untreated and would be prone to rusting quickly outdoors. I had to add a finishing coat to protect against that. My suggestion would be to try and find a way to ship them without drilling a good sized hole in the foot of the bench.
