Spring Fever, The Camellia, Thunder Bay

 It's Spring Fever Thyme!! Some of us are tired of Winter, and want the snow and the grey to GO AWAY!  Today we're sharing Spring Flowers with you, Flowers are Magical. They transport us to SPRING!!

 These vases are Bulb forcers , very popular in Holland, when Tulipmania was on.

 Forsythia Blossoms ...softening the lines of this houseboat. You should plan to visit Holland in the Spring thyme, there are flowers everywhere.

 Tulips and muscari , at the entrance to Keukenhof Gardens, Lisse, Holland.

 Paperwhites..... they smell wonderful.

 Green moss....we love moss, and use them in a lot of our floral designs.

 Ranunculus blooms  - one of my favourites.

 Star of Bethelem (the tall bunch to the left), such a long-lasting bloom.

 Simplicity .

Have an old Fiat laying around? Plant it up!

We are busy making up Spring Wreaths to decorate your Doorways. Visit The Camellia at 30 , Hacquoil Rd., Oliver Paipoonge, Thunder Bay.

Open Wednesday through Sunday.

Wed. Fri. Sat. 11-5

Thurs. Sun. 12-5

P-807) 475-3551

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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All work and no play, The Camellia, Thunder Bay

 Hello all! Some days you just want to eat all the sweet stuff...... for Breakfast! Why not?

 Play all day, to heck with the piles of work!

 KLM , take me away!! Do you have thoughts of running away from it all?

 Would love to sniff in a L'Occitane shop, the Verbena , the Lavender......

 Tulips make anyone feel better! Go get a bunch for your desk, and make up a love note from a secret admirer.

 More Tulips...sigh..

Go on, Take a break! You deserve it, a cup of tea, some caramel cheesecake from the first photo. Yes!! 

Note that we will be closed and will reopen on Wed. Feb. 27th. 2013.

The Camellia

30 Hacquoil Rd.

807)475-3551.

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. 

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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.

p(807)475-3551

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

Taking an organizing Break....The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On

 Are you like me..? Once you've taken the Christmas Tree down..you start wishing for green grass and SPRING!!

 We have almost no snow here in Thunder Bay, what about where you are..is there lots of white fluffy stuff?  If Spring can't come soon enough for you, then surround yourself with potted daffodils and Spring bulbs.

  

And Hyacinths...the smell....sheer Heaven!!

We'll be closed here at The Camellia and will reopen on Wed. Jan. 16th. 2013. If you would like to come out sooner, then call us at 807)475-3551.

Have a lovely Day!!