Fall Trend Report, 2012 - Camellia's, Thunder Bay

 Hello everyone! It's September already, can you believe it?

Being a fashion-challenged person, and a person who has her nose buried in decor trend reports, I've asked my Fashion expert in Ottawa to share her ideas on Fall  fashion Trends. Thanks to Indira Bondy for this peek into the Fashion world!

With shorter days and cooler nights, it’s time for Canadians to transition to an Autumn wardrobe. Once again, designers do not disappoint fashionista’s of any stripe. Let’s get started with the key themes chosen by Canadian Fashion editors at Fashion Magazine, Flare and Elle Canada.

Black in all its leather, rock and roll and gothic styles

Fashion magazines are calling it the Rooney Mara effect, Fall clothes in Black goth, black rock and roll, black erotic, black religious, and in many juxtapositions. It then morphs into black and romantic with lace and velvet. See Danier Leather for the latest Fall Collections. For the sophisticated woman, check out Jeanne Becker’s line at the Bay.

Want something a little romantic and flirty?

Embellishments and its forays into Eastern traditions, romantic lace and baroque

 

The 1980s make a comeback with rich embellishment such as beading, brocade, jewellery and appliqué. Visit The Camellia to see our unique collection of hand-spun scarves and edgy jewellery pieces, some of which are made by local Thunder Bay artisans.

 

 

Sarah draws her colour palette from the surroundings of Lake Superior - from the Water, rocks, mosses, and sky. Each piece is unique and special. 

 For those of you who love Colour, this striking combination of black and watermelon is for you!

 Wearing a little black dress? Jazz it up with a purple mini bag with a turquoise and purple scarf.

Rich Earth Colors, feminine and masculine pieces

Plum, mustard, forest green and deep reds will rule Canadian streets for Fall.  Visit Holt Renfrew, the Bay, H&M and Simons in Montreal for great fashion.

Even though it's still warm and humid out, cooler weather will soon be upon us. It's a perfect time to visit Camellia's to choose a new Handbag, scarf , or perhaps a pair of warm, wooly mitts. 

We are OPEN Wednesday through Sunday.

 Wed. 11-5, Thurs. 11-8, Fri. Noon-7p. Sat. 11-5. Sun. Noon-5p. 

30 Hacquoil Rd.

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Some like it HOT, but some like it cool..The Camellia, Thunder Bay

Some like it HOT, but some, like my Golden above, like it cool. How about you? Do you view the approaching Fall with dread, or are you a bit fed-up with the heat and high humidity?

 Plants are still blooming away ... here are Heavenly Blue Morning Glories.  It's been such a hot, tropic-like Summer, and the plants have been loving it. As long as you can keep up with the watering....

And today, even though it's maybe 100 degrees out, we're thinking Fall, and busy changing displays and adding our new Fall product to the store.

With all the flowers still blooming in the Garden, Bouquets can be quickly thrown together. I like to use branches laden with apples, and Grapevine branches , heavy with grape clusters.

 Time to start thinking about decorating for Fall - here are simple fern bundles from the Farm

 At Camellia's, we have fabulous new Purses, and lots of evening bags with bling.

One of my favourite activities in the Fall - going for a walk or a Hike. 

Have a fun long weekend, and be sure to stop in at Camellia's! Open Wed. through Sunday. 

Sat. 11-5, Sun. Noon-5p.

30 Hacquoil Rd. ( No, this is not in the boonies or out in the back of nowhere..!)

It's a simple 10 minutes from the Thunder Bay Airport, heading south along Hwy. 61 .

We'd love to see you!

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Thinking Christmas in Summer, Camellia's, Thunder Bay

  

Yes, it's Summertime but for those of us in retail, we are fast forwarding ahead to Christmas. A difficult thing to do when it's so nice and warm out. What about you, have you made any sand castles lately? Play is so important in our lives.

 Splashing in Lake Superior.

 Gigantic Sunflowers from my Garden.

Splish-a-splashing in the water...always fun!

 A pink tree..my grand-daughter and niece would love this!!

 Snow-encrusted blooms....

 Lovely Pink and white colour scheme..... a departure from the usual red and green.

Camellia's - 30 Hacquoil Rd. 

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Summer is flying by, Camellia's, Thunder Bay

Summer is just flying by...hard to believe it's already August!! Hope you're taking some time out for some Summer R & R!

We've been lucky with the weather..lots of blue skies and tropical rains...the gardens are exploding!

Great weather for beaching at Lake Superior...and the water is refreshing, and not too cold. Have you been to the beach lately?

Hard to believe that Goldens need rescuing....www.golden-rescue.net.

Doesn't she just make you smile? A fabric creation seen at Kempenfest Arts & Crafts festival in Barrie.

Camellia's - 30 Hacquoil Rd. just outside Thunder Bay, On

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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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