Spring duckies

How many of you like ducks? They are my family's favourite creature. I remember driving along on the highway just outside Edmonton, and a family of Mommy and her ducklings decided to go across the highway..everyone in the car yells..oh No! Don't hit the duckies! Luckily it wasn't too busy on the roads and they made it across safely...

They are huddling together for warmth, in the Spring, you can buy them at Dan's Feed Barn in Superior, WI

Our soft Cotton Bedding - come into the store to see our samples. Same soft yellow as the baby ducks. Imagine sinking into a bed made up with these sheets..... To see our Bedding collection, go to: www.brunelli.ca

Camellia's - OPEN this Friday, March 10th. 11-5, Saturday 11-5, and Sunday Noon -4.
South on Hwy. 61. Left on Hacquoil Rd. We are on the left, #30/32

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Thunder Bay wedding Show, March 4th. 2012, Camellia's

Today we are at the Thunder Bay wedding Show, at the Da Vinci , booth #29 in the Michelangelo Room. We'd love to see you, so stop by and say Hi!

We'll have samples of our wedding bouquets, wedding favours, purses and much more.

Fresh Muscari ( these smell so wonderful -like a breath of Spring) with Kangaroo Paw and gerbs.

Visit our booth # 29, at the Thunder Bay Wedding Show , on today, 11-4.

Paulusma's Greenhouses, Thunder Bay, ON

I was going for a walk today, tromping along in the recent snow that we've had. Has anyone noticed how long it's staying light in the evenings now?

Yes, Summer and Gardening season is coming! And we are kind of happy to see the snow, as we can't garden without water.

Here are some photos from one of my favourite Greenhouses - Paulusma's .

Did I mention I love Kangaroo Paw? A native of Australia, I think, it has flowers that last forever. They are so sculptural and add line and form to an arrangement.

They come in all colours, and you can get the potted plants at Paulusma's. They like to stay dry, so don't over water.

There is always a large selection of tuberous Begonias in every colour.

If you like different plants, go to Paulusma's Greenhouses at 204 Belton Rd. Phone (807)767-7150. Call ahead to check hours.



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Summer dreaming, Camellia's, Thunder Bay

I"m dreaming of Summertime - no heavy boots and coats , and green outside...and colour ..lots of it. It's human nature to want what you can't have..I suppose. We should enjoy the moment...and the snow and ice....blah ..blah..blah....

Garden Peonies - so vibrant, each petal a miracle.

Today, I am craving green...what about you? do you love or hate Winter..? drop us a comment below, and have a wonderful day!!

Come visit us - Camellia's - 30 Hacquoil Rd. Oliver Paipoonge, On ( just outside Thunder Bay)
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Happy Valentine's Day. Camellia's, Thunder Bay, ON

Happy Valentine's Day! This Victorian heart image is from the Graphics Fairy. What are you giving your Valentine today?

Roses are always a nice choice.

Roses, alstromeria and carnations. Photos courtesy of Oasis Floral.

Camellia's - for all your Flower & Gift needs. 30 Hacquoil Rd. Oliver Paipoonge, Thunder Bay, On

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Tribute to Whitney, a great singer

I grew up with a lot of Whitney Houston songs. She had a great voice...she will be so missed.


In memory of Whitney.

Keukenhof Gardens, Holland

Today here in Thunder Bay was more of a typical February day - sunny, but cold. I am craving colour today, and it always cheers me up to look at photos from Keukenhof Gardens, in Lisse, Holland.

http://www.keukenhof.nl/

What is your Happy colour? comment below and let us know........

An explosion of colour and light - Flowers are so beautiful and uplifting!!


Camellia's - 3o Hacquoil Rd. Oliver Paipoonge, Thunder Bay, On
OPEN Wednesday through Sunday.
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Organizing sewing Rooms, Camellia's, Thunder Bay, On

The key to organization is that everything in your home should have a place. When you use the item, it always goes back to its home, and in a ideal world , you would be able to find the item again. Reality is that my sewing room is so messy and so jammed with fabrics and supplies strewn hastily all over. I cannot even find some pins at the moment. I was going to post a photo of my room, but decided not to ...!

I love the fact that there's no carpet in this room, makes it so much easier to clean up. Having a unit like the one above would definitely help.

I almost need one of those teams that come in, take everything out of the room, dump it on the lawn, then they organize the space. Here's how things work in my household....


" I really need some help with cleaning up the ............."

Want to hear the replies..?

• Can't you see we're busy?
• You made the mess, just clean it up yourself, it's all your mess
  
• it's Spring time..I have massive Yardwork to do
• It's Summertime, you want me to sit indoors and clean??? No. Really...???
• It's Fishing season
• it's Falltime, more yardwork..
• It's Christmas ...you want me to spend my Christmas holiday cleaning....???
• It's the middle of Winter, my tools are in the garage, it's 30 below...
  
• just throw the damn stuff out!! who needs it anyway..?

Sigh.... does this happen in your house too?

Camellia's - 30 Hacquoil Rd. Oliver Paipoonge, Thunder Bay , ON
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OPEN : Wed. 1-4, Thurs. 1-4, Fri. 1-4, Sat. 12-4.
Call ahead for Sunday hours.

Punta Cana Artisan, Dominican Republic

Coconut Palms are so beautiful to look at, and their leaves are used in the making of so many products. These Palms were photographed in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Here are the end products - beautiful hand woven hats and bowls.

Here you can see the Artisan weaving the palm leaves into a hat.

Artisans all over the World share a common bond - dedication to their Art and lots of hard work.
The taking of various raw materials and turning them into a work of art.......

Camellia's - 30 Hacquoil Rd. Oliver Paipoonge, Thunder Bay, On.
phone 807) 475-3551 for information. OPEN this Saturday Jan. 28, 1-5. Sunday, Jan. 29th. 1-4


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A Wedding Proposal on Valentine's Day, Camellia's, Thunder Bay, ON

Who remembers the moment you were proposed to? That moment of dizzy excitement, pounding heart, fear, anticipation, and ...and..and...!! Many couples will choose Valentine's Day to propose. Here's an idea, put the Ring in a Glass slipper. Who hasn't read the story of Cinderella leaving the Ball and the Prince searching for his Princess with the Glass slipper she left behind?

See our display at the Travelodge Airlane on Arthur St. ( our window is down the hall, past the Reception desk). Come see Camille at Camellia's to discuss your Bridal flowers.

Remember to show your Sweetheart that you care about him or her.

Camellia's - 30 Hacquoil Rd.

OPEN Sunday, Jan. 15th. from 12 -4.

We will be on Holiday, and will reopen on Jan. 28th.
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Gran Bahai Principe Coba, Mexico

Some of you may be contemplating running away to a warm sandy beach somewhere...anywhere.. Try the Gran Bahai Principe Coba resort in Mexico. The first photo above is the sitting area in our room. Too bad that this season, there are no direct flights from Thunder Bay to Mexico. This is a fabulous all-inclusive resort, the grounds are very well kept, the rooms are spacious and clean, the Staff at the resort will offer you the best service possible.

And the airport in Mexico...? Modern, clean, looked like any other airport anywhere in the world...TP in the washrooms, really, I don't know what I was expecting. The Airport staff were quick and efficient at moving all the tourists through.

How nice are the Staff at the Gran Bahai? Well, when I was in the front Lobby I spied the florist coming in with armfuls of tropical flowers to place in the Lobby, so I tried to buy some flowers from him. However, with my limited Spanish, and having no pesos on me, I wasn't able to make myself understood. One of the Staff saw this, she went and got her purse and paid the florist in pesos. I later gave her back the money in dollars. The staff really do look after you. I had a beautiful tropical Bouquet of Ginger & Birds of Paradise for our room.

There are so many tropical flowers - like this purple Bouganvillea bush.

Your choice of which pool to use, as there 2 sister resorts on the grounds, the Akumal which is closer to the beach , and Tulum.

So much colour in theTropics! A welcome change from black and greige. This is part of a Shopping center on the grounds, complete with a Doctor's Office and a Pharmacy.

Lots of Birds in the tree just outside our room.

You're able to do Yoga outside..how many of you have always wanted to do that?

Everybody needs some quality time in the Sun...!!

Fabulous sandy beaches.... this beach is at one of the nearby Mayan ruins. The one thing about the Resort is that it is very big, so it helps to study the map , so that you can find your way around easily. There is a tram that circles around and takes you to the beach and to the Buffets, and the a la carte restaurants ( if you prefer not to walk..) Email me and I'll send you a copy of the map via email.

For now, I will try to embrace the biting cold, the snow, and this wonderful view of the Sleeping Giant.



How are you coping with the recent cold snap?
Camellia's - 30 Hacquoil Rd.
Oliver Paipoonge, thunder bay, On
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Toll-free 1-877-523-7444


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The reason for the season..! Camellia's , Thunder Bay

In the midst of all the preparation, let's not forget the reason for the season...!

Wishing each and every one of you a Peaceful Christmas Day!

Thank you for your continued support!!

Camellia's - We are taking a much-needed break , so if you would like to come out to the shop, please call for our current hours. 30 Hacquoil Rd. Thunder Bay, On
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Possible Christmas Gifts for Impossible people, Camellia's , Thunder Bay, ON

This post is for those of you who have not done a bit of Christmas shopping ( like me) and who are contemplating leaving to go walk in the sand somewhere. We have lots of Gift ideas for you, and we offer Delivery. For those of you who have everything done, well, good for you! I have a messy house, a naked tree , and I'm waiting for little elves to show up....! Sigh....

A good Gift for someone who needs a gentle reminder that LIFE IS BEAUTYful..!

Fresh flowers make the perfect Gift for the whole family - fresh Amaryllis blooms, Chinchineri, white tulips. Order early as people are out and about at Christmastime and delivery can be a tad challenging.

Fresh local evergreen wreath in a square shape - 1 left for sale.

A fresh Gather - arrange to have one sent as a Gift for someone's front door. A thoughtful Gift at $39.00. We offer delivery in Thunder Bay and surrounding areas, charges apply.

Crunch - send someone a Gift basket today - perfect for the whole family. This is a delicious mixture of chocolate, caramel and nuts.

Fab evening purses for the Christmas parties. See some of them at the Airlane Travelodge in the display window down the Hall by the pool.

Send a Gift certificate for a custom Floral arrangement.

Dried wreath of Garden peonies, roses and bamboo leaves. Tres Romantic!

Fresh Bay leaves being made into a wreath. 1 dried wreath in stock at the moment.

Dried Wreath of Bamboo leaves, hanging amaranthus and hydrangea blossoms. We grew the bamboo leaves and the Amaranthus. What better way to enjoy the gifts of Nature all year long?


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Camellia's - OPEN Wed. to Sunday. Today, Friday we are open only 5. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5.
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