Montana Woodworks
 | Author:
Dee Gannon
MT43 News Correspondent |
Montana Woodworks Dee Gannon Set in the back area of The Bird’s Nest, Montana Woodworks will soon be on everyone’s lips.
Why you ask?
Because Chris Roberts and his partner, Staci Meredith, are the nicest people; they make stunning pieces out of wood and steel. Their workshop is home to many machines which are mysteries to the usual layman. They have everything from planers to laser cutters, and even host workshops to educate others on their use and misuse.
Staci was born and raised in Helena; Chris hails from Maple Valley, Washington. In high school, Chris was introduced to fabrication; and ran with it. He went to work, learning even more, which began a passion for “making stuff with stuff.”
He moved to Montana about ten years ago, and his passion grew. “We worked out of our garage for years, but it got so hard with the different phases of fabrication. I am so grateful to have this space with the ability to spread out. We have room for all our machinery; plus, we have room for classes and workshops. The workshops have been successful so far.
"We want to expand, so that we have a couple of workshops a week, teaching others what we know, and giving them a chance to learn on our equipment. They may never have this kind of opportunity again.”
The wall hanging shown is about 17”x23”. It is topographically correct, and all fabricated. It’s a beautiful piece of art in person; pictures do it no justice. It took 16 hours to create; with prices from $100-$600. Chris quoted $350 for the Montana topographical wall hanging.
They fabricated the wooden sign above the front door of the Bird’s Nest; keeping it as rustic as possible. If you are interested in looking at their pieces; and curious about “how in the heck do they do that?” Come into the Bird’s Nest on the weekend; you may get to watch Chris & Staci work their magic. Maybe even be curious enough to sign up for their next workshop or class.
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