About Us

Roots and Routes Company

Handcrafted in Woodstock, Illinois • Cherished Across America

We're Scott & Kelly, a husband-and-wife team creating handcrafted wooden maps and keepsakes right here in Woodstock, Illinois. From our McHenry County workshop to homes across the nation, we help travelers track their adventures with beautifully crafted, American-made products that celebrate both where you're from (your roots) and where you've been (your routes).

Local Craftsmanship, National Reach

What started in our Northern Illinois workshop has grown into a thriving small business serving customers nationwide. Every National Park tracker map, every ornament, and every custom piece is personally laser-cut and assembled by us using premium Baltic birch and cherry woods.

As proud members of the Chicagoland maker community, we combine 15 years of business experience with genuine passion for quality craftsmanship. Whether you're visiting us at local McHenry County craft fairs or ordering online from across the country, you're getting a piece handmade with care in the heart of the Midwest.

Why Choose Roots and Routes?

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Proudly Local

Handcrafted in Woodstock, Illinois. When you buy from us, you're supporting a McHenry County small business and the local Chicagoland economy.

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Premium Quality

Every piece features premium Baltic birch and cherry wood, laser-cut with precision and assembled by hand. Made to last a lifetime of adventures.

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Your Story Matters

From National Parks to hometown landmarks, we create meaningful keepsakes that celebrate your unique journey and cherished memories.

Visit Us in McHenry County

Find us at local events: We regularly participate in Northern Illinois craft fairs and markets, including shows in Crystal Lake, McHenry, and throughout the northwest suburbs of Chicago. It's always a joy to meet our Chicagoland customers in person!

Made-to-order excellence: Most orders ship within 2-3 business days from our Woodstock workshop. Whether you're in downtown Chicago or anywhere across America, we ensure your handcrafted keepsake arrives ready to display.

Wholesale opportunities: Gift shops, tourist centers, and retailers throughout Illinois and beyond trust Roots and Routes for unique, locally-made products their customers love.

Ready to Track Your Adventures in Style?

Join thousands who've chosen Roots and Routes Company to commemorate their journeys. From Yellowstone to Wrigley Field, from haunted locations to golf courses across Illinois, we have the perfect handcrafted map for your next adventure.

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Retailers & Gift Shops

Looking for unique, American-made products for your store? Our handcrafted maps and keepsakes are proven sellers at gift shops, tourist centers, and specialty stores throughout the Midwest and beyond. Based in Woodstock, Illinois, we offer competitive wholesale pricing and reliable fulfillment for retailers.

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"Celebrating your roots while mapping your routes, one handcrafted piece at a time."

– Scott & Kelly, Roots and Routes Company

Proudly handcrafted in Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois