How to dry Fall Hydrangeas, & Hydrangea Wreaths, The Camellia , Thunder Bay, On

 It's almost September, where did the Summer go? A  bittersweet time, when all the Garden flowers are hopefully at their peak, and who can resist plucking them to dry and make into Wreaths so that the  blooms  can be enjoyed all Winter long? 

 We get asked so many times, when is the right time to pick my Hydrangea blossoms, they are so beautiful, and I would  like to preserve them to enjoy in the coming Winter months. How do I do this?

Here is a finished Hydrangea Wreath , just made, on a moss base. What you can't see is all the work that went into making it, abour 3 hours of labour, not including climbing up and down ladders to grab the nicest blooms, which are usually at, you guessed it, the top of the tree. It's best to pick from several bushes to get variety of size and colour.

 This type in  the photo above is best picked just after a light frost, or just before a light frost, but make sure to wait until there's a good amount of pink showing on the bloom. If the frost is too heavy, then the bloom will turn brown, which is okay depending on your colour scheme. If it has been raining lots, the blooms will also turn brown. The lime green mophead hydrangeas should be picked before a frost, so when you see the temps going down to about 4 degrees C. It's a hit and miss process, sorry,  there are no easy answers. You will know your hydrangeas were picked at the correct time if the heads dry nicely and keep their conical shape. If they were picked too early, the blooms simply shrivel up, which is okay as well. Lay them out on a sheet so that the white spiders that are in the blooms can run away.

 Here at The Camellia we work with all blooms when they are fresh.  You may prefer to work with dried blooms.

 Here the blooms are being attched to a base of Birch Twigs.Once the wreath is made, and the hydrangeas are left to dry, carefully rotate the wreath, and then there is the filling in of any gaps after the wreath is dry,using additional hydrangea blooms.

Hydrangea blooms also look beautiful in a glass or crystal Vase.

Pretty, aren't they? Come on into The Camellia to see our Hydrangea Wreaths and  Vase floral designs which are for sale. We are Open Saturday August 30th, 2013 from 11-5.After that we are closed and will reopen on Wednesday September 11th. 2013. If you need anything during this time, please call 807-475-3551 and leave a message. 

Happy Harvesting and wreath-making!!

Opening Day at Spring Home & Garden Show, 2013, Thunder Bay, On

Today was the Opening Day of the 15th Spring home & Garden show at the C.L.E grounds and Lowery's Sportsdome. Many Visitors came today, to be Inspired by all the exciting Spring/Summer displays, and to buy lovely things for the Spring to come!

 Inspire Me! Cheery yellow of Sunflowers from my last year's Garden...

 We have Hydrangea Wreaths for sale at the show.

 That nice Sunflower yellow in Purses, displayed against moss green.

Garden signs made from stainless, which means they will not rust. Sold, but we will take orders.

 Tamarack wreath with metal bucket and Spring Floral insert. after spring, remove daffodils, and insert Pansies or peonies. One Wreath base, with endless seasonal looks.

 Epol purses, rugged and practical.

 Wicker Baskets for growing Strawberries, with instructions!

 Butterfly....made from Aluminium.   Hand made by Elaina, a talented Artisan.

Great gift for a shower, 400 thread count pillowcases.

 

 Creekside Nursuries.

Boreal Tree Services.

All products featured in this post can be found at The Camellia's booth at the Spring Home & Garden show, CLE grounds. Saturday hours are from 10-6/ Sunday 11-4p.

The best time to buy Spring/Summer is now !

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.

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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.

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Winter at Camellia's

We are just getting some fresh powder. Looking like  a Winter wonderland here!! 

If you have ordered arrangements, and have not heard from us, please call. It's more than a little crazy around here. 

If we have called you about your order, and you haven't returned our calls, then we'll move onto the next person.

We are OPEN Wednesday through Sunday:

Wed. 11-5

Thurs. 12 -8p.

Fri. 11-7p.

Sat. 11-5

Sun. 12-5p

Bear with us as we are having some technical difficulties with our blog, and cannot upload photos. 

Looking forward to seeing you, any questions, pick up that phone and call us!! (807)475-3551

Outside of Thunder Bay, use our toll-free at 1-877-523-7444

Black Friday/Saturday/Sunday Specials at The Camellia

Yaaaaay we have SNOW!!



 Black Friday specials on all Weekend at The Camellia. 40% off all Aromatique scented products & Oils, also Aromatique candles - the Smell of Christmas, Creme caramel, Wildflower, etc.

Selected Cotton Pillow covers on 30% off, selected dried wreaths on 20% off, and many more in-store specials!!

Our driveway is plowed, and we're open Friday 11-7, Sat. 11-5, Sun. 12-5. Black Friday specials run until Sunday Nov. 25th. 2012

Fresh Boughs at The Camellia

 Fresh greens have arrived at The Camellia  ...just in time to decorate your outdoor urns, hanging baskets, mantels and staircases....B.C. Cedar, Pine, Fir, and Red Osier Dogwood.

 Our new Window sized Wreath - hang one of these in each Window for an instant Holiday Look!

Real Birchbark candleholders for sale.

               Our trees are decorated ...all ready to Inspire you to start thinking CHRISTMAS!!

 Ask to see the Design Board from Traditional Home's Napa Valley Showhome, which we recently toured. You can book an in-home design consultation with us, we are now taking appointments for January of 2013.

 French -inspired Vintage Pillows - in stock now.

 We are crazy about Ribbon - so you have plenty of choices to embellish your creations, or we can design the Bows for you.

 

 Why not take a moment to light one of our Soy candles....wonderful scents, and Soy is a clean choice.

Did we mention we have fabulous Evening bags for that special Holiday party??

Visit Camellia's  ---south on Hwy. 61, left on Hacquoil Rd.    We  are 1.6kms. on the left.

If you are planning on coming to the Artisans Northwest show coming up at the Valhalla Inn next weekend , we are in the Icelandic Room. Where is this? If you are entering the Valhalla Inn at the back near the Ballroom, the Icelandic Room is down from the Main Ballroom, on the right hand side. www.artisansnorthwest.ca

Open Wednesday through Sunday. 

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Spring Home and Garden Show, 2012, The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On

We've been busy making up product for the Garden show. We are so excited about Spring, we wet our plants!! The recent warm weather has helped open up the buds.

Lost of work preparing for Trade shows.

We especially remember today, our Uncle Albert whom we lost yesterday. I would bug him to get me hydrangea blossoms from a certain house which his family used to own. He was always upbeat, and never once said..I don't want to knock on strangers' doors asking for flowers!! We will miss your cheerful face.

Come visit The Camellia at the Spring Home & Garden show at the CLE/Sports Dome which starts this Friday.
Fri. March 30, 2012, 4-9p
Sat. March 31, 2012, 10-6
Sun. Apr. 1, 11-4

WE are in the Coliseum, Booths 2 & 3.
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Wreaths at Camellia's, Thunder Bay, On

Yes, we have snow, fresh Wreaths and all kinds of goodies for you at the Camellia!

This Christmas, why not send a fresh and faux Magnolia Vase arrangement? Perfect for the on-the-go person on your list.

This Evergreen tribute is made on a saddle so it can be used on a headstone or deck railing or on top of a windowbox. 1 in stock at present.

Nature's Gifts from our Garden - what a great Gift idea for the person who loves to decorate with naturals and drieds. Ask for the Bamboo leaf wreath with peonies and roses.

This is a large signature piece suitable for a fireplace - and it can be custom made to suit your decor.

1 cedar and birch wreath in stock - it measures 45" across.

Small square Evergreen, this wreath can be used as a wreath or as a centerpiece on your table, with a trio of candles in the middle. It can also be hung on the door to form a diamond shape!


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Camellia's -OPEN Wednesday 11-5, Thursday NOON- 8p, Friday 11-6p, Sat. 11-5, Sunday Noon-5p.
p- 807)475-3551 or toll-free 1-877-523-7444

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!