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HELENA, Mont. — Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen is recognizing Copper Creaxions, a Helena family business specializing in handcrafted copper jewelry, as the latest feature in her “Montana Business Spotlight” series. Copper Creaxions owner Travis Terry says the business grew from a simple family Christmas tradition into a thriving venture that now attends more than 40 trade shows and farmers’ markets each year.
“What started as handmade gifts for family and friends has become a successful Montana small business,” said Secretary Jacobsen. “Copper Creaxions is a great example of the creativity, work ethic, and family values that drive Montana’s entrepreneurs, and I’m proud they choose to do business right here in Montana.”
Terry explained that Copper Creaxions began about a dozen years ago, when he started crafting Christmas gifts from scrap copper. Eventually, family and friends asked for more custom works, insisting on paying for them, so Terry and his wife, Brenda, registered Copper Creaxions with the Secretary of State’s Office, and the business has steadily grown each year.
Today, Copper Creaxions produces solid copper bracelets, rings, and other jewelry by hand in Helena. Brenda creates copper earrings and other pieces, while their son, Casey, has joined the business and now makes roughly a third of the items offered at events and online.
“This is kind of cool; this is a proud father moment. So, on the inside of these bracelets is my brand, my initials, ‘TT’, but if you see a ‘CT’, it’s Casey,” explained Travis, referencing the marker’s mark on each piece that gives customers a personal connection to the Montana family behind the work.
“Copper is an amazing element, and I’ve always been drawn to it,” Travis continued. “It’s known for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, and it’s an excellent conductor, so people like it for grounding and overall wellness. I’ve had my share of construction and sports injuries, and wearing copper has really helped with the aches and pains.”
Copper Creaxions can be found at more than 40 vendor shows annually, including a regular presence at the Helena Farmers’ Market. The business also connects with customers through its website, https://coppercreaxions.net/, where Montanans and visitors can browse handcrafted copper pieces and place custom orders made in Helena.
As a Helena native, Travis says operating Copper Creaxions in Montana carries special meaning. He points to the state’s rich copper mining history and the independent, hardworking spirit of Montanans statewide.
“As a native Montanan, there’s definitely some pride involved,” he said. “Montana is a unique state with a lot of independent and hardworking folks, and with our copper heritage, it just fits. I love Montana, I love doing business here, and the people are the best.”
“From the very beginning, I’ve worked to make it easier and more affordable to do business in Montana,” said Secretary Jacobsen. “By cutting and waiving fees and removing red tape, our goal is to give family businesses like Copper Creaxions more time to create, serve their customers, and pass opportunities on to the next generation.”