Quiet Creek Creations

10/20/2026

This is the company I get many of my wreath boards from. I love using them and it breaks my heart I may lose the chance.
Please read their post and share it. We never know who it might reach that could have a solution!!

To Our American Wreathing Family — Please Read This ❤️🇺🇸 (long read but very important)

I want to take a moment to share what has been happening behind the scenes at Unique in the Creek and explain why our wreath boards have become so difficult to get in the USA.

I know not everyone follows the news or understands tariffs, so I’m going to explain this as simply as I can.

First and foremost, we have NOT chosen to stop supplying our American customers. Quite the opposite. We have been fighting with everything we have to find a solution.

➡️SO WHAT HAPPENED?

The trade situation between Canada and the United States has changed dramatically.

Our wreath boards are proudly manufactured in Canada, and we are now facing approximately 63% in tariffs and duties when shipping them into the USA.

➡️What does that mean?

A tariff is an extra tax collected by the U.S. government when certain products enter the country.

Here’s a simple example:

If we ship $1,000 worth of wreath boards across the border, an additional 63% means approximately $630 in tariffs and duties, bringing that cost to $1,630 before shipping and other expenses.

That extra $630 does NOT go into Unique in the Creek’s pocket. It goes to the U.S. government.

The importer is responsible for paying those charges. Whether we absorb them, our wholesaler absorbs them, or they are added to the selling price, someone has to pay.

Unfortunately, that means our American customers could end up paying considerably more for the exact same boards they’ve always purchased.

And that breaks my heart.

➡️HAVE WE TRIED TO FIX THIS?

Oh my goodness, have we EVER!

We have spent countless hours working with customs brokers, requesting official rulings from U.S. Customs, exploring different shipping arrangements, considering American warehouses, and even investigating manufacturing in the USA.

We have gone over the numbers again and again, trying to find a way to make this work.

We own the expensive specialized moulds used to manufacture our patented boards here in Canada. Moving manufacturing isn’t as simple as moving equipment across the border. It would require a tremendous investment.

Believe me, if there were an easy solution, we would have found it by now.

➡️WHAT HAS THIS DONE TO OUR BUSINESS? 💔

This is the hardest part for me to share.

Dave and I spent years building Unique in the Creek from an idea into a multimillion-dollar business.

At one point, we employed MANY full-time people. We supported Canadian manufacturing, supplied wonderful American wholesalers, and helped thousands of people discover the joy of wreath making.

We were so proud of what we had built.

Today, our business looks very different.

We have had to let wonderful employees go, drastically reduce expenses, and make decisions we never imagined having to make.

We went from growing a multimillion-dollar business to fighting every single day just to keep it alive.

There have been tears, sleepless nights, and moments when we honestly wondered whether we were going to lose everything we worked so hard to build.

We aren’t a giant corporation with endless resources. We are a husband-and-wife team who took a chance on a dream and poured our hearts into it.

And watching that dream being threatened by circumstances beyond our control has been devastating.

But please know this.

WE ARE NOT GIVING UP. ❤️

➡️WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR OUR CUSTOMERS?

🇨🇦 CANADIAN CUSTOMERS: We are still here! Our Canadian business continues to operate, with wreath boards, beautiful supplies, new kits, and tutorials available.

🇺🇸 AMERICAN CUSTOMERS: Our wonderful wholesaler Craft Outlet continues to carry UITC boards while supplies last. Unfortunately, once that inventory is gone, we cannot promise when more will be available.

⭐️We also have a limited number of complete DIY wreath kits remaining on our USA website at drastically reduced prices. Once they’re gone, we cannot currently replace them.@
Visit uniqueinthecreek.com to see what’s still available. Tutorials for our kits are also on our website.

For those living close to the Canadian border, purchasing boards in Canada and bringing them home is what many are doing.

➡️ONE MORE THING I NEED TO SAY

I have seen some hurtful comments from people who seem to find joy in watching our business struggle.

I just want to remind everyone that behind every small business are real people, real families, and employees whose livelihoods depend on that business.

You don’t have to love me(Laurie)or agree with everything I do, but nobody should celebrate the loss of jobs or another person’s hardship.

We have always tried to build a community based on kindness, creativity, and helping others. That is what we will continue to stand for.

FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS ❤️

Our American customers helped make Unique in the Creek what it became, and we will NEVER forget that.

Your messages, your encouragement, your beautiful wreath creations, and the friendships we have made over the years mean more than you could possibly know.

Unique in the Creek has never been just about selling plastic wreath boards. It’s about people, friendships, creativity, and bringing a little happiness into someone’s day.

Dave and I don’t know exactly what the future holds, but I promise you we are doing everything in our power to keep this little business alive.

We haven’t given up on our American wreathing family, and we hope you won’t give up on us.

➡️I HAVE ONE SMALL FAVOUR TO ASK.

If you have ever enjoyed one of our tutorials, made a wreath on our boards, or simply believe in supporting small businesses, PLEASE SHARE OUR STORY.

You never know who might see it. Maybe a manufacturer, an investor, a business owner, or someone who can help us find a way forward.

Sometimes all it takes is the right person seeing the right message.

Thank you for standing by us through one of the most difficult chapters of our lives.

With all our love and gratitude,

Laurie & Dave ❤️

Unique in the Creek 🇨🇦

Still here. Still creating. Still fighting.

09/02/2026

What a great feeling to donate an item for the market they started at the assisted living facility I work at. I was walking by a resident's door last night and saw my creation on it! The fact that she saw it and wanted to spend her "money" on it (they warn money for attending activities)made my whole day!

08/14/2026

🌿🍄 Another Quiet Creek Creations custom order has found its home! 🍄🌿

This 14" grapevine mushroom wreath was created with a natural, woodland-inspired look in mind. It features five different types of mushrooms, along with moss, ferns, lavender, and delicate white and blue baby's breath. 🌱💜💙

To finish it off, I added a hand-painted “Hello” sign, carefully painted to coordinate with the colors of the mushrooms throughout the wreath.

I absolutely loved bringing this little woodland piece to life, and I'm so happy it has found the perfect home! 🍄✨

Thank you for supporting Quiet Creek Creations and allowing me to create something special for you! 💚

06/18/2026

✨ Green Agate Tree of Life Wall Hanging ✨
This beautiful handcrafted Green Agate Tree of Life is ready to find its new home.
Created on a 6” hoop wrapped in black macramé cord, this piece features a silver wire tree design with genuine Green Agate crystal leaves. The branches are crafted on both sides, giving the piece a beautiful 3D effect with added depth and dimension. It also includes a spinner attachment, allowing it to gently rotate if desired for extra movement and visual interest.
💚 Green Agate is closely connected to the Heart Chakra and is traditionally associated with compassion, forgiveness, and inner peace. It is often used to help ease stress, calm anxiety, and transform negative energy into grounding, positive vibrations. Its rich green tones also symbolize renewal, growth, and the attraction of abundance and success.
💲 Price: $45
📍 Free local delivery within 25 miles of Irvine, KY
📦 Shipping available (cost based on package size, weight, and destination)
✨ Custom Orders Welcome ✨
Looking for something personalized? I can create a custom Tree of Life just for you. Choose your preferred size, crystal type, and wire color. Pricing may vary depending on customization.
Feel free to message me with any questions or custom requests!

06/17/2026

I’m excited to introduce another new item from Quiet Creek Creations: Tree of Life Pendant Necklaces!
First up is this beautiful Amethyst Tree of Life pendant. Handcrafted on a 2-inch pendant, it comes on a 20-inch black braided cord with a 2-inch extension, allowing you to adjust it to your preferred length.
Amethyst is often associated with emotional balance, inner peace, and mental clarity. Many believe it can help clear mental fog, support decision-making, and assist in breaking unwanted habits. Traditionally, it has been used as a protective and purifying stone, thought to help transform negative energy. Amethyst is also commonly linked to the Crown Chakra and Third Eye Chakra and is believed to enhance intuition, meditation, and spiritual awareness.
This Tree of Life pendant is available for $30.
✨ Free delivery is available within 25 miles of Irvine, KY.
📦 Shipping is available for an additional $5.
Interested in a custom Tree of Life pendant? I'd love to create one just for you! Feel free to send me a message to discuss your preferred stone, colors, and design.

06/16/2026

Remember these beauties?! I would love to make them again if anyone is interested just shoot me a message.
Dragons colors can be customized!

06/14/2026

The newest Tree of Life from Quiet Creek Creations is looking for its forever home! This beautiful standing Tree of Life features genuine African Jasper leaves, creating a stunning piece that brings both natural beauty and meaningful symbolism to any space.

African Jasper is often known as the Stone of Evolution and is believed to promote personal transformation and growth. It is also associated with dispelling negative energy, easing stress and anxiety, and encouraging emotional balance. Connected to both the Heart and Third Eye Chakras, African Jasper is thought to inspire new ideas, awaken the spirit, and provide confidence during life's major transitions.

This one-of-a-kind tree is mounted on a wooden base painted in a glossy, earthy mother-of-pearl brown finish. It measures approximately 7 inches wide at the base and stands just over 9 inches tall at its highest branch, making it the perfect addition to a desk, shelf, mantel, or meditation space.

💲 Price: $55

🚗 Free delivery or pickup within 25 miles of Irvine, KY.

📦 Shipping is also available for an additional cost based on package size, weight, and destination.

If you'd love to welcome this beautiful African Jasper Tree of Life into your home, send me a message or leave a comment below!

06/05/2026

Looking for a simple suncatcher! Why not grab this heart shaped one to hang in your favorite spot?
Done a 6" heart shaped macrame hoop, this suncatcher is done in 6mm crystal AB beads and 4mm rose AB beads.
Picture definitely doesn't do the sparkle justice.
It's selling for $25 and has free delivery within 25 miles of Irvine KY. As always shipping is available at an extra charge and is based on box size, weight of box, and destination.
Looking for a custom suncatcher? Send me a message and we can customize one just for you!

06/05/2026

***UPDATE SOLD***
This beautiful amethyst Tree of Life is looking for a place to hang! It goes great in any space or as a suncatcher. Pictures don't do it enough justice!
This 3D tree is done on a 6" macrame hoop and wrapped with black macrame cord. The leaves are amethyst chips. Amethyst is known for it's calming and peaceful energy. It also encourages inner strength, spirituality,and intuition.
The three pictures are of the front, sides, and back to show you how the branches add depth and make it 3D.
This tree is selling for $45 and is available to be delivered within 25 miles of Irvine KY. If shipping is needed it's an additional charge based on box size, weight of box, and destination.
Looking for a custom made tree? Contact me and we can create something just for you. Size, beads or crystals, color of hoop, and wire can all be customized. Cost varies on these customizations.

05/31/2026

Another new item coming to my shop - suncatchers!
This first one is a simple yet beautiful suncatcher done on a 6" metal hoop and beaded with 6mm crystal AB beads and 4mm aquamarine AB beads. Completing it off is a 38mm teardrop crystal. It has been put on a spinner hook so no matter where you hang it, it has the ability to spin and catch the light from all directions.
I am selling this one for $30. As always delivery within 25 miles of Irvine, KY is free. Shipping if needed will be additional. It is based on box size, weight of box, and destination.
Look for more to come or if you are wanting a custom order suncatcher let me know and I can create for you!