

When you buy from Montana Creations, you’re not just choosing a product—you’re choosing purpose, quality, and heart. Each item is crafted by hand, making it truly one-of-a-kind. These pieces make meaningful gifts for anyone who appreciates authenticity, artistry, and the story behind what they own. Whether it’s a horsehair hatband, hand-beaded accessory, or a beautifully crafted leather or wood item, you’re receiving heirloom-level craftsmanship that reflects Montana’s rich heritage.Your purchase supports real lives, honors true artisanship, and brings home a piece of Montana tradition you can feel good about.
🌱 Enhances Soil Health – Improves structure & fertility
🌱 Stimulates Plant Growth – Encourages stronger, healthier crops
🌱 Improves Nutrient Retention – Reduces nutrient loss & runoff
🌱 Increases Drought Resistance – Boosts water retention in soil
🌱 Promotes Soil Microbial Activity – Creates a thriving underground ecosystem
🌱 Builds Carbon Reserves for Future Crops – Long-term soil improvement
Genesis Biochar & Compost Mix is also available in 1 Cubic Yard Super Sacks.
Genesis Biochar/Compost Mix: Pre-Mixed for Optimal Results
In addition to offering Genesis Biochar and Genesis Compost separately, we also offer a pre-mixed Biochar/Compost Mix. This mix combines the long-term carbon sequestration benefits of biochar with the immediate nutrient availability of compost. The pre-mixed Biochar/Compost Mix not only enhances microbial activity but also inoculates the soil with essential microorganisms, nutrients, and micronutrients, effectively “filling the tank.” Compost serves to populate the soil with a thriving community of microbes that helps “fuel” nutrient cycling and boosts the biochar’s ability to retain and release nutrients. The addition of compost also increases Anion Exchange Capacity (AEC)—the soil’s ability to retain negatively charged ions like nitrate, phosphate, and sulfate, while the biochar increases Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC), improving nutrient retention and plant access to both cations and anions.
How Does Genesis Biochar Carbon Removal Work?
When white wood forest biomass is pyrolyzed to create Genesis Biochar, the carbon is stabilized and stored in a form that resists decomposition. The stable carbon in biochar acts as a permanent carbon sink in the soil, effectively locking carbon away and helping mitigate climate change. This long-term carbon storage reduces the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere. The labile carbon in the biochar provides readily available nutrients for plants, encouraging microbial activity and boosting soil health. By combining biochar with compost, you get the benefits of both long-term carbon sequestration and immediate nutrient availability.
Key Benefits of Genesis Biochar & Compost Mix
t Montana Creations, we connect people with handcrafted goods made with heritage, skill, and purpose.
We offer high-quality, one-of-a-kind pieces that reflect the richness of Native American tradition, Western craftsmanship, and personal transformation.
Our collection includes:Hitched horsehair belts, hat bands, bridles, key fobs, and barrettes
Hand-crocheted hats, scarves, sweaters, and blankets
Beaded jewelry and accessories inspired by Native design
Hand-tooled leather wallets, cuffs, and straps
Carved wooden home goods and rustic décor
Lumber and wood products
Biochar products
Each item is created **one at a time—by hand—**using traditional techniques passed down through generations.
More than artMost of the products featured on Montana Creations are handmade by inmates at the Montana State Prison. Many of these men have little or no outside support. Prison jobs pay very little, and after deductions for obligations like fines, fees, and child support, many are left with almost nothing to meet basic needs.
That’s where we come alongside them.
How we helpWe do not produce these items. We partner with the artisans by helping market and sell their work, so they can earn honest income through creating rather than taking.
Inside prison walls, a hobby is more than “something to do.” It can become a pathway to real change—teaching patience, attention to detail, planning, cooperation, and delayed gratification. It helps men stay focused on something positive and builds practical, transferable skills that support healthier choices.
Why it mattersProceeds from sales can help provide:
Resources for essentials while incarcerated
Funds for phone calls and staying connected with family
Support for responsibilities like child support, fines, and fees
A stronger financial foundation to help re-enter society
Most importantly, this work helps restore dignity. It replaces a hopeless identity with confidence, purpose, and the belief: “I can create value. I can contribute. I can live differently.”
When you purchase from Montana Creations, you’re not only receiving something beautiful and unique—you’re helping support transformation, preserve cultural artistry, and strengthen families.