How's everyone doing? July 26, 2020. The Camellia, Thunder Bay, Ont.

It's July in Thunder Bay, and it has definitely been hot and humid. The heat makes it even more uncomfortable to wear a mask. It's now the law that you must wear a mask in Thunder Bay. According to the Thunder Bay District Health unit's website, " As of Friday, July 24, 2020 at 12.01 am. all businesses and organizations in the Thunder Bay District Health Unit area must adopt a policy that requires all members of the public and employees who enter or remain in an enclosed public space to wear a mask or face covering, under instructions issued by the Medical Officer of Health."

More information can be found at https://www.tbdhu.com/mandatorymasks

Most of us are fed up with the whole Mask/noMask debate, and just want our lives to go back to "Normal", or what life was before Covid-19. If wearing a mask helps us to cut down on the spread of Covid-19 , then just wear it. When coming to our store, do bring your own mask and put it on before entering our store. 

Our gardens are loving the heat, and recently we have been having tropical downpours, so we have beautiful Blooms and our Veggie gardens have been prolific with beans, kale, lettuce, peas and more. 

This is despite the recent invasion of Japanese beetles. 

Now, more than ever, it is important that we take some time for self care. Soaking in a bathtub and reading a good book is good for taking your mind off all the what-ifs. Visit our store, or call us (we offer delivery and curbside pickup), to pick up Lavender bath bombs, and Napa Soap bars. 

We know many of you have been using this extra time at home to do some painting with Serenity Cottage Paint.  You have been painting old Kitchen Cabinets, walls, and furniture. Thinking about painting your old oak Kitchen Cabinets? Go here to get the How-to: http://www.paintoldkitchencabinets.com/

Here is a dining room set which was given a Cottage Paint makeover, with the colour Expresso on this chair's frame, with some yardage from our store, this is a beautiful Delph blue Waverly toile fabric. 

Serenity Cottage paint can be sprayed, this is an old metal shelf sprayed with the colour 'Country Manor.'

It is important to add texture to your Home, and fabric is perfect for that. This bright Provencal blue burlap will add colour to your outdoor or craft room projects. 

Visit us here at TheCamellia.com. for #CottagePaint, Home decor, Cotton and linen fabric, and much more! Open Wed. through Sunday. Do bring your own mask, we do offer Delivery( $), and curbside pickup. Our Shopify store will be up and running soon, you will be able to order Cottage Paint, for pick-up or shipping in Canada. 

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Memories of Summer Blooms

Daylilies by my pond.

On days like today, when the wind is howling, and the temperatures are a chilly minus 30, all I want to do is curl up by the fireplace. It's comforting to look at photos from my Summer garden,
remember spring is just a few months away!

Showy Begonias almost look like a Camellia blossom!

Pansy blossoms are so cheery, one can't help but feel happy when faced with their profusion of blooms.

Daisies are so plentiful in a Country Garden.

Of course, in the Springthyme, nothing is more showy than the flowering crabapple trees which line our Country driveway.

Don't these look as if someone spent hours painting and colouring them?

Yes, SPRING is a mere few months away!

Celebrate a New Year with Flowers, & Bubbly

It's almost time to ring in a New Year, or as they say in the Caribbean, go out and celebrate Old Year's Nite!

Time to make a new path, and walk in a new direction!!

Celebrate the beauty of the snow, and the shimmering elegance of icy-encrusted willow branches. Nature is an ever-changing parade .



Some of you may have lost a loved one during Christmas. This evergreen wreath is a fitting tribute to a Winter ceremony, symbolizing the eternity of Life, made from fresh, local, Thunder Bay greens and twigs.

Just remembered a Gift you should have sent? Send a Potted Campunula plant, I planted mine in the garden in the Springtime, where it flowers profusely every year.

Add some Bubbly to the Gift.







This Potted Dishgarden of Cyclamen, Ferns and Polka-dot plant, is a welcome respite from the snow and the ice. A lasting reminder of your thoughtfulness.

Send someone special this showy design of Hydrangea, Swiss cheese leaves, Magnolia, alstromeria blooms, and amaryllis.

Call Camille to order, at 1-877-523-7444 or locally at 475-3551.

The Camellia

Country Living & Giving

30/32 Hacquoil Rd. Thunder Bay, On.

Restoration of Self

We spend roughly one-third of our lives sleeping. Sleep is Restorative, if we have a good night's sleep, we awake feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the day ahead. Choosing a proper mattress for your sleep patterns is all-important. We will address this issue in a later blog. Having all-cotton, breathable bedding is also a big part of getting a good night's sleep. Cotton breathes, thus promoting less sweating and therefore less tossing & turning. Cotton is also washable, making it a practical choice if kids or pets sometimes share your bed.

At The Camellia, we carry a selection of washable cotton bedding, perfect for those of who sleep
with your Pets. Come into the store to see our samples. Bring anything with you like paint swatches, measurements of bed, digital photos of your bedroom, etc.

Getaway at Edgewater : Duluth, MN

Never underestimate the value of getting away from it all for a few days. The Best Western Edgewater is a nice quick getaway. A Lakeside room, with a whirlpool, and Fireplace, and Maid service, what more can 2 stressed-out people ask for?

And to top it all off, a view of the Sunrise over Lake Superior, as seen from your private Balcony.

Camellia's is back to regular Opening hours, call us Toll-free to deliver those Christmas Gifts!

1-877-523-7444, or locally at 475-3551

Cookies & Christmas

Camellia's is now back to regular Opening hours, having taken time off for training in Sales.

OPEN Wednesday 11-6, Thursday: Noon-6, Friday 11-7.30

Saturday: 10-5. Sunday: Noon-4

Our BEST Holiday Ideas

If you are feeling overwhelmed with all the hustle and bustle of the hOlidays, take small consolation in the fact that your Tree isn't this BiG. This is the tree in the Eaton's Centre in Toronto, all aglow with Crystals.

Don't forget the Garden outside. We are busy doing up Urns for clients, these are your Summer urns which can be dressed up for the Holidays. This one is stunning with Magnolia Leaves, cedar, and Dogwood branches.

This urn is a mixture of Holiday greens and Eucalyptus , with Curly Willow accents.
Simply Stunning!
This piece will continue to wow passers-by even after Christmas is over!


We have an assortment of Artisan made Metal work at our store. We also have Artisan Angels, they are great for Holiday decorating, and can be used in your Summer Garden.



Necklaces make great Gifts. A necklace will dress up an everyday outfit.



Who can resist a fabulous Purse with matching Pashmina?

Flowers make a great Family Gift, this design incorporates Hydrangeas and Hyssop Lavender which we grew in our Garden this Summer.

A Hand-made Rug is a welcome Gift for anyone who just bought a new house, or has a Camp or Cottage.

These are Vintage Feed sacks which I picked up at Junk Bonanza , and was hoping to make them into Cushions. However, Never enough THYME!!

This is our Cedar and Birch Twig wreath, smells heavenly!!


Come out and visit us at Camellia's on 30/32 Hacquoil Rd. We are OPEN

Wednesday, Dec. 1st. 10-6 p and Thursday, Dec. 2nd. 11-8p. Fresh Wreaths are made to order, so phone in your orders early. Phone ahead if you need to come at other times, p-475-3551
We offer Delivery as well, delivery charges vary , depending on your location.

Flowers make great Christmas Gifts

Wondering what to send for Christmas? Flowers are the perfect solution... Call us today to discuss your Gift-Giving needs. This design is contemporary, and would fit into any colour scheme.

Have to buy a gift for a person who's passionate about Canadian products? Try our Lavender products from Niagara on the Lake.


Hand-made Lavender soap, and Calendula Oatmeal soap. Nice little Gift for someone, who doesn't like to feel like they are at The Spa?

Christmas is a mere month away, off to make my gift list..!!