PopKnotWood didn’t begin as a business idea. It began in the shop with my grandkids.

They wanted to learn how to use the tools, and I figured simply cutting boards would get boring pretty fast. So I started creating small projects for them — birdhouses, signs, and simple boxes — all built first with hand tools. As their confidence grew, they moved on to power tools and larger builds. What started as time together in the shop turned into something much bigger.

I began to see an opportunity. Not just to teach woodworking, but to teach creativity, responsibility, and even how to build and run a business. Together, we developed a business and marketing plan — including designing a website — and that’s how PopKnotWood was born.

Before woodworking became a family mission, I served in the United States Army. The Army taught me discipline, integrity, and the importance of doing things the right way — lessons that carry into every project I build today. PopKnotWood is proudly Veteran-owned and family-driven.

Faith plays a steady role in our work. I believe craftsmanship is a form of stewardship — using the gifts we’ve been given to create something meaningful. The work of our hands matters. When something is built with care and intention, people can feel it.

We use local wood whenever possible and ship to all 50 states. Whether it’s a custom project, a keepsake, or a practical piece for your home, every item is built with pride and purpose — from our family to yours.

PopKnotWood is more than a small business. It’s a workshop where legacy is being built — one project, one lesson, and one generation at a time.

Thank you for your support. It truly means more than you know.

— John
U.S. Army Veteran
Founder, PopKnotWood