In 2021, Stacy’s dad retired from Beaverbuilt Inc., and the couple bought the company, splitting their time between the two businesses. “Thank goodness it’s in the same parking lot, because we walk back and forth multiple times a day,” laughed Stacy. With the assets of the metal fabrication shop, Stacy herself is a maker of steel yard décor, sewing projects, earrings, general crafting, laser engraving, and more. “I do a lot of custom engraved items or promotional items for businesses, or individual wedding or anniversary gifts,” she said. Plaques, awards, tumblers, beverage holders, keychains, and engravings are all available to be customized and even done in large quantities. “We have such a variety of things,” said Stacy, sharing that some customers come in just to pick up specific items like locally made honey and jams. From coming up with the ideas for products and making them, to the daily routines of running the store and greeting customers, Stacy says it’s important to her to be an active participant in the community. “When people come in, especially if they’ve never been here before, they’re so surprised and excited.” Stacy Wengler
Knotty Gnome found its name when Kyle and Stacy, fans of vintage garden gnomes, ran across a chainsaw-carved gnome statue. The gnome is about three feet tall and sits proudly in their home.
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