Nathan Epp

Nathan Epp

Three Trees Workshop

Warrensburg, MO
Member since: 2016
5.0
24 Maker Reviews
  • Long-time member

    A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.

  • Fast shipper

    Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.

  • Great service

    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

We’re a husband-and-wife team based in Warrensburg, Missouri. We’re both from the Midwest, but we met in Uganda while serving as Peace Corps Volunteers. We love exploring, soaking in the beauty of the natural world, and getting to know the people and cultures we encounter along the way.

We use high quality local Missouri hardwoods and eco-friendly finishes to minimize our environmental impact. We also plant a tree for every item we sell!

Nathan has a background in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, and is a lifelong woodworker. He is excited about our full time creative pursuit based on his love for creating and woodworking and our desire to make beautiful, useful things.

Cynthia offers input into the design process and manages orders and other details. We look forward to working with you!

What people are saying

5.0
(24)
  • DG

    David Gerhardt

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    I gave this chess board as a gift and they loved it. Beautiful piece of work!

  • ES

    Erik Schneider

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    Did a fantastic job! Made a chessboard for my best friend's wedding present. Couldn't be happier with the finished product.

  • Erica BruderEB

    Erica Bruder

    For Wooden Truck Push Toy - Customized With Name
    5.0

    My sister loved her gift I sent her from Three Trees Workshop. Shipping was faster than I expected. Great service! I will be ordering from them again soon!

  • AD

    Aylajaquez Davis-Thomas

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    When we received the chess set my husband cried. It is for his father and to workmanship is beautiful. I will reach out again for other projects. THANLK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

  • SP

    Shirley Pomponi

    For Mancala board
    5.0

  • Jordan Gabriel Ratinoff GomezJG

    Jordan Gabriel Ratinoff Gomez

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    I am happy with the final product! It was absolutely gorgeous! It came only a single day late, but the effort and time put into the products was well worth it. I would work with them again and I would reccomend them to anyone looking for quality craftmanship.

  • TJ

    Tom Johnston

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    The craftsmanship and customer experience was absolutely above and beyond. I want to recommend this family to anyone considering their products!

  • HL

    Heidi Lawrence

    For Maple Cutting Board With Padauk
    4.8

    Very Satisfied with the final product! Thanks for the excellent communication as well.

  • KK

    Kimberly Kiriluk

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    4.8

  • RI

    Richard Iammarino Sr

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    We are very please with the product , it was exactly what we wanted and shipper much sooner than we thought it was very easy to deal with Customade, Nathan did a great job on communication and following up. Would recommend this company to my friends.

  • EB

    Eric Bleicher

    For Walnut & Spalted Maple Jewelry/Keepsake Box
    5.0

    Wow - Nathan is a true craftsman. I can honestly say, he FAR exceeded my expectations. I had him create a custom keepsake box as a wedding gift for my wife and he was able to inscribe it with a custom design and phrase that I made myself using MS Powerpoint. That made it really easy to get the inscription to look and say exactly as I wanted. Anyway - back to the woodwork. The attention to detail (added chamfers to soften corners, sanding work and subtle varnish, the inlays, the joints) is way above anything you are going to find from all but the best craftsman. The fit and finish is - in a word - perfect. (and that is high praise - I myself am an OCD engineer perfectionist). What made it even more special was the wood cuts he chose. The wood grains simply look other worldy. I never knew wood could pop like this and make you unable to look away. Its that gorgeous. Nathan has created an heirloom that will now be in my family for generations. Simply exquisite. Thank you Nathan!!

  • RS

    ralph stephan

    For Maple Cutting Board With Padauk
    5.0

    Nathan was flexible and worked with me in designing a custom cutting board to fit a slot in my cabinetry. I would highly recommend Nathan to anyone who isn't sure which way to go, or who has a partial idea that needs to develop.

  • KM

    Kerra McMullin

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    Loved the finished project! He did exactly what I requested and it turned out beautiful! Artist easy to work with concerning the project. Thank you.

  • AL

    alandreth@kc.rr.com Landreth

    For Wooden Toy Turtle - Customized With Name
    5.0

    This is a beautiful piece of work. The turtle is cute, but the smooth finish is gorgeous. We bought it for a new baby gift, and the personalization is lovely. The shipping amount was modest, and it arrived faster than expected. Most happy with this, our first purchase. Showed to some friends, and they wanted information to see other items, too. We will be back!

  • SS

    sarah smith

    For Custom Wooden Sign
    5.0

    My custom wood sign came out very nice. It is beautifully made, and a great value for the workmanship and delivery was quick.

  • PG

    Pippa Greenberg

    For Walnut & Maple Chessboard
    5.0

    Cynthia & Nathan were a PLEASURE to work with. I wanted a very specific custom chess board for my Dad with specific engraving and specs. and the throughput was 100%. I was a little bit nervous because I have never used this site; however, Cynthia was extremely professional and responded to all of my emails in under 24 hours. Anything that is custom, they will send proofs for approval. They told me the exact timelines and what to expect and everything was exactly as stated. I am an EXTREMELY detail oriented person, everything down to the wood grain direction was done perfectly. I can't thank them enough. I increased the board size and the price was extremely fair. They will work with you on everything, you just have to ask. I will DEFINITELY work with them again and am so grateful for what they made for my dad and I. Thank you so much Cynthia & Nathan

  • AC

    Amber Conger

    For Custom Wooden Plaque
    5.0

    You all were delightful to work with! Lightning fast and clear communication. Friendly and pleasant. My colleague LOVED his beautiful guitar plaque, and the room broke out in cheers when I brought it out. So glad you could help me make this happen for him! I'll recommend you guys to everyone!

  • VC

    Victoria Cannon

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    My chessboard was absolutely fantastic! It was an anniversary gift and he was in awe with how wonderful it was. You were very easy to work with and I will definitely refer this company to friends and family. Thank you for such an amazing piece of art!

  • Steve Johnson JohnsonSJ

    Steve Johnson Johnson

    For Walnut And Maple Checkers/Chess Board With Carved Border
    5.0

    Even though I did not order the carved border as described above. The workmanship of this product is amazing. It is a beautiful piece to be admired for everyone who enters our home. do not hesitate to order a chess board or any other item .

  • william colavolpeWC

    william colavolpe

    For Kansas plaque
    5.0

    Always a great experience. Very professional and well versed in his craft. I look forward to doing more business with him and his company in the very near future.

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