Showing posts with label The Camellia Flowers Thunder Bay. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Camellia Flowers Thunder Bay. Show all posts

Friday, April 26, 2019

Spring flowers and the underlying mechanics, DIY Flower Design classes, The Camellia,Thunder Bay


wire basket over large planter in flower display, Belgium

It's no secret..Flowers make a person Happy. They are cheerful, smell wonderful, and are uplifting to the spirit. A lot of us would like to know how to arrange flowers, especially if we have just retired and now have the time to take up some new pursuits. In Thunder Bay, you can take a Floral Design class at The Camellia, in Slate River. Here you will learn the mechanics behind the design, like this upside down wire planter, which will help support a large amount of fresh flower stems. 

twig ball over vase in floral display, the Camellia

Here an airy twig ball will lend support to fresh flowers placed in the vase below. Stems will be poked through the vines into the water below. 


eucalyptus stems with root balls in floral design

Masses of roots also make good flower structures. Look at these beautiful eucalyptus stems...you can almost smell them! Here at The Camellia we love flowers, and hold Floral design classes so that you can learn all the proper mechanics. For Classes visit https://www.thecamellia.com/classes-at-the-camelia.html

sticks and stems in Floral design, the Camellia


Sticks and Twigs make sturdy armatures to support your Floral design. 



gerbera daisies in floral design The Camellia

Here is a finished design.....what you are not seeing is what is holding up the stems below. Beautiful Gerbera daisies are used here, along with stems of eucalyptus. 


protea blooms in floral design the Camellia Thunder Bay


Want to learn how to create amazing Floral designs, using Fresh and Faux flowers, and branches from Nature? Call or sign up online at www.thecamellia.com. Visit us instore at 30, Hacquoil Rd. slate River. 
Open Wed. 11-5. Thurs. 12-5. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5. Sunday 12-5. 
p 807 475 3551

Monday, August 12, 2013

On letting go of expectations..The Camellia, Thunder Bay


To quote Cookie Monster,  "Today me will live in the moment unless it's unpleasant in which case me will eat Cookie!!" It's true, we all have unpleasant days, those blah days when you just want to go back to bed, and then wake up and find out it was all a bad dream. but just one look at this cheery Sunflower bloom from last year's Garden ... and you start to feel a tiny bit better. It's always hard to let go of expectations, and it's crushing when you realize that it is what it is, no matter how much you wish otherwise. Like our weather this Summer, which now feels like Fall.



 All this rain has led to much grass cutting and my grapevine has grown to gignormous heights. May have to cut some of it to make a wreath.







 We must remind ourselves that Life is Beautiful.





 Garden lilacs, burlap, hearts and old windows.





 We have a Vegan dog,he loves tomatoes and zucchini, and beans and cukes. ...












 We have Canadian Soy candles out at the store, they smell wonderful!





 Saying Good-bye to Summer.













And hello to Fall handbags .. we have a great selection in store at The Camellia. 
Come visit us... we are Open Wednesday 11-5, Thurs. 12-7. Fri. 11 -5. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5. 
phone 807)475-3551.
                                                             www.thecamellia.com


Friday, August 2, 2013

Welcome to August, The Camellia, Thunder Bay.



Hello! This Summer seems to be flying by, leaving me way behind, how about you? Summer is filled with so many want-to-get-dones. More walks by the Lake, time at the Cottage, house and maybe deck repairs, pools to put in, garage sales to have, and so the list goes. So much living to pack into a few short months. July was supposed to be my Manana month, ( manana is tomorrow in Spanish, it means don't worry if it doesn't get done today, it will get done tomorrow). The Manana concept has not kicked in yet. Then we sometimes have Family visiting, kids moving out, and Life happens, and the hecticity continues. This year all our whacky weather has added a new dimension, gotta get it done before it starts raining again!! Photo above was taken at a friends's Garden party, beautiful, isn't it? 



Lower than normal temperatures and lots of rain have left our Gardens looking like mud baths, but on the plus side, no time has to be spent watering the Gardens. Somehow the plants are putting on a good show and blooming away. Plants and Flowers add so much Joy to our lives!. 




A rare moment the other day, a Blue Sky! Have to share this with you. Things always look better with a blue sky. How has the weather been where you live? We love to hear comments, so leave us one below. 







A brief moment of respite this past month was a wonderful Garden Party at my dear friend's house. She has a spectacular Garden, we all wore hats and a relaxing time was had by all. The weather was beautiful and sunny. A reminder of what Summer is supposed to be like, time spent outside in the Garden, doing nothing, and enjoying a meal with friends. 




A container planting of all succulents. They are great in hot, dry climates, and will grow profusely. Too much wet soil will kill them, they hate too wet conditions. If you go to Camp lots, and cannot water often, these are the type of plants you should get. 






Aaahh Summer! The sound of water running and cascading in fountains, also a great de-stressing tool for most people. 




These Aqua glazed pots are simply stunning ..large pots add a great dimension to your Garden, they also add a feeling of grandeur. I can see a mass planting of vivid Sunpatiens in these. 




And the Ocean or Lake. Our bodies are 70% water, and we feel so much better when we are at the Ocean or Lake. Make some time to do this before Summer is over. Which beach have you been to lately?  Please share below in the comments box.






A family of Grizzlys eating by the roadside. They look sort of cute, don't they? As seen in Jasper National Park. 






Ah yes, the Vintage autos all come out of their garages in the Summer. Nothing beats a drive in one of these on a hot day! Especially a drive to an Ice-Cream or Hamburger joint. 





Mermaid in Stanley Park, Vancouver. A great park with lots of walking trails, however, if you're driving, roads are not clearly marked, so easy to get lost in the park. 







We've been inspired by all this cool, gloomy weather to start preparing for Fall. This is one of our Designs, a table piece of Magnolia, gerberas, callas, ranunculus and anthuriums. Rich, dark tones with a pop of orange to transition your Home from Summer to Fall. 






Another design we just made of Hydrangea, Poppies, and snapdragons with dried grasses and preserved salal. Drieds are wonderful to use in the Fall and Winter, a reminder of the glory of our Summer Gardens.





More Summer glory in Thunder Bay, Peonies.


Happy Long weekend!   Come Visit us at The Camellia at 30,Hacquoil Rd. We are OPEN all weekend.  Wed. 11-5, Thurs. noon-7. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-4.     p .807)475-3551

Shop on line at www.thecamellia.com

Friday, February 8, 2013

Happy Friday! The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On






Happy Friday everyone! Do you have those days where you wish you were somewhere else? Like here looking at the tulips in Lisse, Holland, at Keukenhof Gardens... Of course, the -25 temps. here in Thunder Bay  have something to do with this...





 Wish I was here .... enjoying the bouganvillea blossoms at Gran Bahai Principe in Mexico...





Wishing that the birdies would return... I know they are here, but the yellow finches  turn kind of grey in the Winter, and it's so cold , they are hiding today. They love thistle seed so I should refill their feeders..






We have Willow Wreaths for sale in the Shop...these go quickly, so just saying..if you want one.. call and order or put 1 on hold. 



 You can enjoy the Garden all year round with this wreath ...made with Peonies and lemon leaves from our very own Gardens!  


 


 I have to remind myself that LIFE IS GOOD! This pillow is in stock at the shop, a great addition to your decor, and also a nice pillow for a Gift for someone special!







However, at this moment I am supposed to be working on Purse Bouquets for a Wedding..so adios! 
Have a great Friday! 

The Camellia is OPEN today, Friday, Feb. 8, 2013,  11-5, Sat. Feb. 9, 11-5. Sun. Feb. 10, 12-5

30 Hacquoil Rd. 
p-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, April 29, 2011

Mother's Day flowers, Thunder Bay, On


Mother's Day is fast approaching....at Camellia's we have many lovely Gift ideas for Mom. Send her an English Lavender Basket. Moms will love the calming fragrance of Lavender. ( Moms usually need help to stay calm, need I say more...??)






Sweet Grass Farm products are perfectly safe to use on your skin, no parabens or sulphates. The Lavender Hand soap is made on a farm in Niagara-on-the-lake, and smells heavenly, and rivals the Lavender products from the South of France.






She can plant the English Lavender plant in her Garden. When ordering ask for the English Lavender Basket.........priced at $59.95. Includes Le Jardin basket, 16.9oz. Sweet Grass Farm Lavender Body Lotion, Lavender Hand soap 240ml. from Niagara on the Lake, 6.8oz. Lavender Farmhouse soap, and a perennial English Lavender Plant.

Camellia's , Open this weekend: Sat. 11-5p,
Sun. Noon to 5p

p475-3551
Toll-free 1-877-523-7444

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Pink for Spring













So inspired by the colour PINK - having a pink fit..so to speak.....!! Here's a Welcome Spring design for your front door, which I just made yesterday. I'm delighted in the fact that the snow is melting , and that Spring is almost here.





The lovely ROSE garden in Duluth at the Leif Erickson Park, a not-to-be-missed stop if you are in Duluth, MN during the Summer.












Rose-of-Sharon Plant in Sharon's Garden (no, I am not joking, our cousin in Niagara on the lake - Sharon - has these growing in her garden.) I wish these would grow in Thunder Bay ! They remind me of Hibiscus plants which grow in the Tropics.
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Camellia's , just a short 10-minute drive from the Thunder Bay airport. south on Hwy. 61, left on Hacquoil Rd., we are on the left, #30/32.
Open Wed. 11-5, Thurs. Noon-5, Fri. & Sat. 11-5, Sun. 12-5p.
p.475-3551