How to dress up your Holiday planters even if ground is frozen.

How many of you are just getting into the Christmas mode, and wanting to dress up your planters , which are of course, frozen solid. Usually I do evergreens in my planters  in September, after we have had 2 killing frosts. What can you do? First, pull out the dead flowers.

Cut some young Birch trees, and place the birch poles on top of the soil in the planter.

Cut bunches of balsam, and attach bundle to bitch log using cable ties. Keep making up bundles of balsam, and attach at various points to the birch poles.

When it snows, your boughs will be covered so it is a good idea to leave some greens hanging over the edges of your planter.

Add some red pine, or cedar, or other evergreens you may have on hand.

You can add a pair of skates, old watering cans, ribbons, large sugar cones, and more.

This is my pile of balsam which came from our trails in the bush, which needed trimming.

For great Gifts , and Flowers for delivery in the Thunder Bay Area, call The Camellia at (807)475-3551 or toll -free at 1-877-523-7444. We are at 30, Hacquoil Rd. Slate River. and are Open Wed. 11-5, Thurs. 12-6. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5

Happy Gifting!

www.thecamellia.com

Christmas Gifting, The Camellia, Thunder Bay

How's your Christmas Gifting coming along? Almost there, or just starting?  At The Camellia, we are here to help. No jammed parking lot, peace & serenity, and help all the way!! Above is our set of 3 real Birch log candles.

We have lovely fresh Floral designs, ask for the JOY design in a silver square dish. We deliver in the Thunder Bay area (delivery charges apply).

Our Pink Delight in a glass dish, which can be reused as a candleholder.

 Or simply order a Vase of fresh Flowers, this one features white Casablanca lilies, pink gerbera daisies, and white button mums. 

 Or you can order a faux centerpiece, this one is perfect for a condo-dweller as it can be used after Christmas, simply by removing the reindeer and changing the ribbon. $95.00-$125.00

 Need bows and ribbon? We have a wide variety of ribbons,  and bows can be made up while you wait. This container is large , so a large Burlap bow adds bulk to the green ribbon, which is water -resistant.

 Voila!! After much cleaning, I can finally see the surface of the Dining table. I knew it was there somewhere...how are you coping with cleaning up the everyday mess..? It's like that saying..." My kitchen would stay clean if only people would stop eating in it!"

And the Baking....have you started yours yet?

Come visit us!! We are at 30, Hacquoil Rd. South on Hwy. 61, left on Hacquoil Rd, we are 1.6 km. on the left. Open Wed. through Sunday. Wed. 11-5. Thurs. 12-8p. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5.

p-807)475-3551. Toll-free 1-877-523-7444.

How do you cope with Pre-Christmas stress?

How do you cope with the ....I've a million and a half things to do before Christmas ...how am I going to get it all done?  Probably the first step is to make a list..... 

Awww.....I'm too busy to make a list !

I'm reaching for the Lavender -it's supposed to help calm a person. 

And ..well..it's raining, WHERE DID ALL MY SNOW GO? 

Sigh....

Onward!!!

We have a wonderful class coming up this Sunday, December 9th. 1-3pm.

You'll be making a Fresh Greens design in an antique Maple Syrup bucket, cost is $55.00 plus a design fee for class of $15.00.

Call us at (807) 475-3551 to register.

We're Open Wednesday through Sunday..

Wed. 11-5, Thurs. 12-8p. Fri. 11-7 Sat. 11-5 Sun. 12-5p.

Come visit us often!!

(If you need Magnolia or any fresh flowers, please pre-order )

 Love Vintage and want to create something lovely for your front entranceway ? Take our VINTAGE SAP BUCKET Evergreen class at Camellia's. These buckets were originally used in Maple Syrup production, they have a wonderful patina. 

Classes will be held Sunday, December 2nd. and Sunday, December 9th. 2012, from 1pm to approximately 2.30 to 3 pm. This is a Beginner class, just bring a pair of gardening gloves and a pair of floral snips if you have them. Sap pail, evergreens, and soil will be provided. Dress in serviceable, warm clothes. 

Cost is $55.00 plus a design fee of $10.00. All class fees are non-refundable.

 What colours are you planning for your Outdoor decorating this season? Red with burlap, perhaps? Or the classic taupe, black and grey colour scheme?  Bright turquoise and hot pinks..? the list of colour combinations is endless.

 The barnwood used in these photos is what's left of our farmstead on Broadway Ave. What antiques do you have that have been passed on from your family?

 

 Imitate the squirrels,  and  collect pine cones, they are useful for so many Winter projects.

 Maybe we will teach these in another class, how to make rolled roses.

A relic which we unearthed in our yard, now in use in our store. Come instore to see our unusual creation!.....

The Camellia is located at 30 Hacquoil Rd. South on Hwy. 61, left on Hacquoil Rd. We are 1.6 kms. on the left. Open Wednesday through Sunday. 

Wed. 11-5. Thurs. 12-8p. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5.

Sunday hours, ( Nov. 4, 2012)   we may be here from 2-4 p. Check hours by phoning 807)475-3551

Happy Decorating!!