Merry and bright and the S-word as in HOLY SNOW at The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On.

Merry and Bright and Holy SNOW...! Here most of us  in #ThunderBay were thinking maybe the warm weather will continue indefinitely...giving us lots of time to find our snowbrushes, get our snowblowers going, etc. all those fun things that come along with the fluffywhite stuff. And then, wham! We got slammed with SO much snow in one day and night!

It is well kinda pretty and white and...why is the tractor misbehaving and refusing to start? The joys of the S-word. 

Especially since this is what the view was the day before the snow. 

Good thing we dug up our garden bulbs a while ago. 

We were happy to see so many of you at our booth at  #ArtisansNorthwest Show at the #ValhallaInn last weekend! Here is one of our custom-made Wreaths which can be used for all seasons by changing the insert. Great for small spaces, nothing much to store. 

Our all-season Magnolia Wreath...just change out the bow after Christmas. 

Oh Starry Night...this one is sold, but we are busy making up some new ones. After Christmas, simply pull off the wrap and use the star all year round. Maybe some small lavender tulips..

We've just unpacked some fabulous Holiday purses. Red for the festive season and Winter. 

Isn't this a fun clutch? 

Fresh and faux Urns for entranceways...we custom make these here at #TheCamellia.

Our new #LakeChristmas theme....all made with fresh, local greens. 

Not too many times that we are putting Wintergreens into our outdoor planters and the pansies are still growing! They are probably frozen today. 

#Magnolia branches look wonderful in outdoor planters, you can preorder #Magnoliatips here at #TheCamellia.

We have loads of great #Giftideas for everyone on your list, #Hockeypillow and Throw. 

Visit us here at #TheCamellia for unique, locally made Gifts, fresh wreaths, Cottage/chalk Paint and much more!

Open Wed. 11-5. Thurs. 12-5. Fri. & Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5

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

www.thecamellia.com    Thunder Bay Flower & Gift shop

Farrow & Ball new colours 2016

It is quite obvious to some of us that we have Spring fever. The urge to paint something ( walls)  is overwhelming. Yet other things that HAVE to be done are in the way of us picking up a Paintbrush. Farrow & Ball paints are renowned all over the World. Richard Ball first founded the company in 1946. They have 123 colours, and they are mixed up in the factory, unlike other paints which stock three bases, to which tints are then added as customers order them. Check out this introduction of the new colours below: 

https://www.farrow-ball.com/newcolours-live-stream/content/fcp-content

They had me at this entrance to their booth, goat and sheep person that I am. Farrow & Ball makes  me dream of the English countryside, rolling hills, tall ceilings, draped with patterned silks. Stone floors, and brick walls, and afternoon Tea with scones. 

Here is that link again for the new colours. http://us.farrow-ball.com/discover-new-colours/content/fcp-content. Shadow white, Dropcloth . Worsted. Cromarty. Peignoir. Yeabridge Green. Vardo. Inchyra Blue. Salon Drab. 

What rooms are you planning to paint in your Home? 

Yes, you can paint your Kitchen cabinets , no sanding or stripping required. This is Cottage Paint Serenity in the colour Expresso.

This is Cottage Paint Serenity in the colour Country Manor ( sounds sort of Farrow-and-Ball-like ).  

Visit The Camellia for Paint inspiration, and we do offer in-home Design consultations ( design fees will apply). Call us today at (807)475-3551, or visit in store at 30, Hacquoil Rd. Open Wed. through Sunday. 

Thinking about painting your Kitchen cabinets? Click through to this link:  http://www.thecamellia.com/painting-kitchen--bathroom-cabinets.html

Happy New Year from The Camellia!

Wishing you a Happy & healthy 2016! 

If you are pondering things and Life in general, specifically YOUR Life, here is an excellent, thought-provoking read: http://markmanson.net/question

The Camellia will be open from Jan, 6th, 2016.

30/32 Hacquoil Rd. Slate River, On.

p(807)475-3551

It's almost Mother's Day, The Camellia, Thunder Bay

Mother's Day is fast approaching. How will you celebrate this special Day? Will you spend it with your Mum? Will you pick up the phone and call?  You can call us and order a special Gift for delivery or a bouquet of Flowers. 

The truth is, Even if she weren't my Mom I would go out of my way to be friends with her.

My mother phoned daily to ask "Did you just try to reach me?"  When I reply, "No", she adds, "So if you're not too busy, call me while I'm still alive," and hangs up.  (Erma Bombeck)

My Mother is a travel agent for guilt.

Women without children dream of romance, wealth and success. Mothers dream of sleep.

So how can you show your MOM that you appreciate her? Here are a few of our Top picks, you can get them at our store, The Camellia. You can also order on-line at http://www.thecamellia.com/gifts-for-mom.html

Phone (807)475-3551 to Order Flowers for delivery in Thunder Bay. If calling outside of Thunder Bay, but within Canada, call toll-free at 1-877-523-7444. Order early for best selection!!

A Flaxseed Pillow makes a thoughtful Gift, especially if Mum is in pain sometimes.

A Hand-made Wreath is pretty for Spring. Willow Wreaths available in limited supply, due to the bad weather we have had last week. Call to order one. 

A spa basket makes a wonderful Gift for Mom or anyone who would appreciate the Gift of relaxation.

Hand made quilts by Muriel Squires, available instore at The Camellia. Or buy online here http://www.thecamellia.com/shop-farm-goods.html

 Memories of Provence Vase

Glass vase filled with a generous bunch of Matanzas Creek lavender, paired with a bottle of Lavender Spray (use as an Air freshener, and for linens), and a pot of Lavender luxury Body Butter. The Body Butter is amazing - a highly absorbent shea body butter with the scent of Lavender/Tangerine.  A vase of Lavender in a room acts as a natural air freshener.

C$

72.85    

 

The Ring Bling purse, so cute and easy to carry.

-Victoria Lavender basket

A fragrant bunch of Lavender, with a oh-so-comfy cotton Pillow ( with removeable insert), Matanzas Creek Lavender spray, Flower bath sponge, Lavender Soy candle in jar, and the May/June issue of my favourite magazine,Victoria. Packaged in a wire/wicker basket.

C$

105.50    

 

This wooden saying is so a propos on Mother's Day.

For anyone who has lost their Mom, why not remember her with a Memorial Garden stone?

Call The Camellia to order Flowers at 807)475-3551.

We are at 30, Hacquoil Rd. Our Spring Open house continues this week .Open Wed. May 8th. 2013,  11-5. Thurs. 12-4. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5. This Sunday, Mother's Day, May 12th. 2013, Closed. 

Boating at Cloud Lake, Camellia's Thunder Bay Florist, ON

It was time to take a break today and go for a Boat Ride. Cloud Lake is a mere 20 minutes away from us. So we loaded up the boat and off we went.

It was cloudy when we got there, but still nice and warm. Lots of other boats were on the Lake . The Golden was quite worried about the noise of the motor, but eventually he pulled his head out from my arm and started to enjoy the ride.

We were lucky and spotted a Loon on the Lake. I've never seen one close up before, so this was a treat.

Cloud Lake is quite high up, as you can see from this photo which was taken on the way back home. Need a break? Go for a boat ride on Cloud Lake!


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Camellia's - Open Wednesday through Sunday.
30/32 Hacquoil Rd. Thunder Bay, On
p-807-475-3551



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