Thursday, January 31, 2013

Winter Skin relief, The Camellia, Thunder Bay

Hello There? How are you? We're so cold here again in Thunder Bay, back to -20! These cold temperatures and low humidity are horrible for our Skin. Does the cold make you feel ..a bit...well...will someone please just make it be Spring already......






Feeling a bit under-the-weather?  Try our Organic  Aromatherapy Roll-ons. Floral essential oils are well known for their anti-depressant properties, and will help you feel better. Don't have time to mess around with Oils? Try our roll-on, simply roll onto your pulse point areas and inhale to enjoy the therapeutic aromas to help with healing, relaxation and overall well-being!!



Our Organic Lip balms contain Organic Oils and various essential oils. They are specially blended to soothe and heal your dry, chapped lips. My favourite is the Rose Geranium, I use it every day, and it is so soothing and moisturizing. 

Above products are free of Parabens, Sulfates (SLS), Petroleum (mineral oil free), synthetic dyes and fragrance or perfume.


It's soooo dry that my heels are starting to crack. Anyone who has had this happen knows how painful this is. This is my go-to product for cracked heels, Rocky Mountain Foot butter. It works. Come into The Camellia to get a tube, and don't forget to buy a Pumice stone. Use the Pumice every day in the shower, then follow with the Foot butter.



Suffering from Excema? Try our Excema care Kit! Wash with Pumpkin Soap, and  follow with unscented Body Butter. Our customers rave about this product.


My favourite is our raw Shea Butter from Africa...it absorbs well and helps if you have really dry skin. Place a bit in the palm of your hand until it melts, then rub it in. Super moisturizing...and absorbs very nicely into your skin. 

Some swear by Olive Oil, but my favourite is Coconut Oil. You can get Coconnut Oil at any Health Food store. The best time to moisturize is right after you come out of the shower.


 Image via Pinterest.





Inspiration from Rachael Ashwell...so soft and dreamy!




Come visit us at The Camellia to purchase the above mentioned products. We are open Thurs. 12-5, Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5.
30 Hacquoil Rd.
p(807)475-3551

Saturday, January 12, 2013

Vamos a La Playa....... The Camellia, Thunder Bay



Hello! So glad you stopped by, just in time to stop me from driving to the Airport, and throwing myself on the next flight to some Tropical place!!!  All this January RAIN, yes, I did not make a mistake, RAIN, and NO SUN, will induce driving-to-the-airport behaviour. Especially for moi, who grew up in the Caribbean. How about your weather, what's it like where you live?





 Visions of white, powdery, sandy Beaches will not leave my head...this beach beckons. At the Gran Bahai Principe Coba, in Mexico.




 Flowers...and more Flowers....We used to have a 6 foot high Hibiscus hedge around our house ..sigh..




 Visions of a massage by the Beach also run through my head...







Let's not forget ...Beach Eye candy!! .....
Oh, to be in my 20's again....who am I kidding...wait a minute... I was skinny then...


Have a great Saturday!  We reopen here at The Camellia on Jan. 16th. 2013. Until then, Hasta la vista, may the Sol shine again. 
The Camellia, 30 Hacquoil Rd. Thunder Bay. p -807)475-3551

Friday, January 4, 2013

Taking an organizing Break....The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On



 Are you like me..? Once you've taken the Christmas Tree down..you start wishing for green grass and SPRING!!





 We have almost no snow here in Thunder Bay, what about where you are..is there lots of white fluffy stuff?  If Spring can't come soon enough for you, then surround yourself with potted daffodils and Spring bulbs.



  

And Hyacinths...the smell....sheer Heaven!!

We'll be closed here at The Camellia and will reopen on Wed. Jan. 16th. 2013. If you would like to come out sooner, then call us at 807)475-3551.

Have a lovely Day!!

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Welcome to 2013, The Camellia, Thunder Bay



May you have  a joyous 2013!! May you fly above the clouds, and let nothing hold you back !!
Image via tumbler and this fabulous blog:Castles, Crowns and Cottages, A Place behind the Sun.







 If you're like me, and wish for Spring to appear, here are some photos we took at Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse, Holland. Enjoy!!





The rain had just fallen, the sky was slightly overcast, the weather colder than normal, so the Tulips were superb!!






 Beautiful displays of Iris in one of the many indoor exhibits.








Wish I had one of these in my yard.... Tulips, hyacinths, and I don't know what the little  white flowers are, do you?


The Camellia, 30 Hacquoil Rd. 
Phone ahead for Jan. 2013 hours.p-807)475-3551

Saturday, December 22, 2012

"Tis the season to be -----, The Camellia, Thunder Bay



 It's that last stretch -only 4 days until Christmas. How are things with you? We are busy making centerpieces and Table arrangements, here's  one we made for a client.  Magnolia leaves and greens.




 We have  a few Red osier Dogwood Wreaths left - these last well beyond the Christmas season.




 Still time to order a centerpiece for your table or for someone else's.











 Or you can send a Gift Basket....



   
Our Jalapeno Gouda Cheese basket - with locally produced Gouda.



Call us at (807)475-3551 to Order gifts for Delivery , or toll-free at 1-877-523-7444.
We're Open Sat. Dec. 22.nd. 11-5p. and Sunday Dec. 23rd. 12-5p . 

30 Hacquoil Rd. Thunder Bay.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

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.


Monday, December 3, 2012

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 )