Father's Day Gifts: Handcrafted local Furniture

 Father's Day is coming up quickly...and I don't know about you, Fathers are quite difficult to buy for. Is there anything you need, one asks hopefully, after having peered all around his Garage and concluded that he has every tool known to Mankind. Nah..I don't need anything..!!

Well, he needs a Throne Chair!! Handcrafted from local Cedar, and available at Camellia's. But order early, as quantities are limited.Price : $425.00

 This bench is 5 feet long, perfect for those heart-to-heart chats ( or rants as the case may be..).     Price : $600.00

 A traditional Elder's Chair..these lean forward a bit, the more they lean forward, the wiser the Elder is. (so I'm told).  $300.00 and up.

 These headboards are amazing  .... solid..like a Rock.....

 The walking Table ....these legs were made for walking...... $225.00 -295.00

 Does Dad love his Sauna? Get him a Sauna Backrest -made from Poplar - which stays cool. 

  Bar stools for Dad's Bar.. $250.00

 TP holders for Camp - a nice small Gift for Dad!!

I love the structural beauty of these Diamond Willow branches. Hours and hours of work go into properly

preparing the Wood. You can order all of the above pieces at The Camellia. Email us at thecamellia@hotmail.com for sizes and prices.
Quoted prices may vary and availability is limited. All pieces hand crafted by Larry's Logworks.

Camellia's -OPEN Wednesday through Sunday. 

Wed. 11-5. Thurs. Noon to 7. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5 . Sunday. noon-5

Cottage Paint demos. coming up this Thursday, June 13, 2013 7-9p. and Sat. June 15th. 2013 from 2-4p.
Bring a friend!!

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We are open Saturday, June 15th 11-5p, and Sunday, June 16th. 12-5. Open Wed. through Sunday.

Time to Plant, The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On

It's almost time to start planting seeds for Garden blooms! Do you start your own plants from seed, or do you buy most of your plants from a Greenhouse?  Plants are so rewarding...just plant, water, fertilize, and voila! They reward you with endless blooms all summer long!

 

Using the right soil mix for starting seeds is a must. Are you starting your seeds in your house? Once they sprout, watch that plants don't get too leggy as they stretch towards the light. You can also transfer plants to outdoor cold frames, depending on the type of plant, and the temperatures outside.

 

Pansies are one of my favourites, looks like a master painter painted their petals. and they can take colder temperatures.

 

 

 

Of course, Morning glories are nice too.

And Dahlias are nice too!

 

 

 

 

 

Don't forget to plant some flowers for your Cutting Garden.

 

Visit The Camellia, 30 Hacquoil Rd.

Thunder Bay, On

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Getting off the Wheel to catch one's Breath.

Once, I was visiting my sister,and her roommate had a hamster, the dratted thing would arise at 5 am and proceed to run on his wheel, never stopping, around and around he ran. I am feeling like that hamster, running around in circles and getting nowhere, fast. So we'll be taking a break to catch our breath, and will reopen here at Camellia's on October 11th. 2012. 

Enjoy the fabulous colours of Fall, and take a deep breath ! Go for a long walk.

Belluz Farms 

Our view on Hacquoil Rd. 

We've been bundling Gomphrena , and making Wreaths like crazy. 

Have a Happy Thanksgiving! 

see you when we Reopen on Oct. 11th. 2012

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At Camellia's we use the best permanent Botanicals

I had an interesting conversation today with someone about the price of a custom designed Floral arrangement. I could tell that the person thought the quoted price was a bit high. So I thought it would be good to share with you this video which shows  how flowers are made.

http://youtu.be/SPEtWKnZVJQ

Many hours go into making the flowers. Then it takes the skill of the floral designer to arrange these beautiful flowers into something that will beautify your Home or Office. 

When you need something spectacular and realistic-looking for your Home, call Camellia's at 807)475-3551.

Or better yet, stop by with your paint chips, upholstery swatches and photos and order a custom design.

Camellia's - simply the best in permanent botanicals.

30 Hacquoil Rd. Off Hwy. 61. Open Wed. through Sunday.

A Hot July at Camellia's, Thunder Bay, On

Our Summer is whizzing by, much to my dismay. The heat and the constant humidity  is somewhat draining...difficult to get all the To-Do lists done. How are you coping with the heat? Share some of your tips below, leave us a comment, we would love to hear from you.

We've been busy watching our nest of Robins which they built on one of the twig arbours in our yard.

 These 2 are almost ready to leave home!!

 The Garden is growing by leaps and bounds every day, look at the colour in this Zinnia !

 Lots of unique items for your Garden can be found at The Camellia. Hand-cut metal Lizard.

 Cotton Nighties and PJ's - perfect for hot Summer nights. Only a few left in stock, and some are on sale at 30%off.

 Have a Flower-filled day today! Stop by and see us, our shop stays nice and cool on hot days,

Lavender Fair is on now!! 

30 Hacquoil Rd. Off Hwy. 61, OPEN Wednesday to Sunday.

Fri. July 13th. 11-7, Sat. July 14. 11-5. Sun. July 15. 12-5

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Stay cool with a yummy ice-cream from the Shake Shoppe at Kakabeka .

Yikes! It's steaming hot in the Bay, Camellia's Thunder Bay, On

 It's steaming hot here in Thunder Bay, yesterday it was 41 C with the humidity. A person can barely function in this kind of heat. If you're lucky and it's your day off, most of us will head to the Lake. There are lots  of inland Lakes here, and of course, the Big Kahuna, Lake Superior. There is almost always a  cool breeze blowing off Lake Superior. I'd be so happy if you left me a comment and let me know what your favourite activity is when the temperature gets unbearably hot!

 Some of us will head South, to Gran Marais, in Minnesota which is about an hour from Thunder Bay. I just realized it's July 4th, Happy July 4th to our American neighbours!!!

These rocks have been here for centuries, see the signature above from 1902...

There were many people that day making rock sculptures on the side of Lake Superior. Never underestimate the value of play, it's food for your Soul. Of course, the cool breezes, the sound of the waves, and the ions wafting around from the Lake, all help to make you feel better in Body, Mind & Spirit!

For incredible Artwork and Paintings , go to www.paulinehorricks.com

 Here at Camellia's we have Jewels made for you by a local Artisan - I just love this frog necklace, and it's all on stretchy cord.

 Lovely Pitchers which can do double-duty as a Flower Vase.

What a Treat - a bar of Sweet Grass Farm Lavender soap - all can be found at here at the shop at Camellia's.

 Yesterday, the heat was so much, we traipsed off to Lake Marie Louise ( Sibley Provincial Park) and Silver Island. This would mean travelling along the Sleeping Giant Mountain ridge you see when looking out from the Harbour.

 Lots of wildlife to see...

 Finally we were cool! A nice, cooling breeze blowing off Lake Superior. After all the heat, it felt good. Life, after all, is all relative.

 Crystal clear waters.

 This is the extraordinary shop of my friend, Brenda, called Phoebe's Shadow. This is the entrance, what do you think of it?

This is the actual Gallery - can't wait to visit when it Opens which is probably later on this week. 

Just remember to Follow your Bliss..we have this wall plaque for sale in the shop .

Visit us at The Camellia at 30 Hacquoil Rd. 

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Open Wed. 11-5. Thurs. Noon-7. Fri. 11-6. Sat. 11-4. Sunday hours please check with us, they're usually 12-5.

Leave us a comment below and let us know how you're coping with the heat!

Blues Festival is happening this weekend in Thunder Bay..here's the link: http://www.tbayblues.ca/

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