Yay ..it's June...but still Spring in Thunder Bay..

 For those of you who love Spring, you can understand the agony of having snow well into May, and when the going gets tough, well some of us run away to warmer climes. Where to? Perhaps Sunny California, or maybe  Lush Vancouver Island. This lovely tree seen in a picture-perfect Yard on Vancouver Island is called Golden Showers.

 Here's a close-up, looks like hanging Wisteria blossoms.

 Sweet peas are so fragrant.. these were at the Farmers Market in  Mountainview, California.

 And the Lavender is just starting to bloom, this variety is Spanish Lavender.

 Roses are blooming everywhere you go ... in Topiary form, in Bushes rambling over fences....

 Then there are the Vineyards of Napa Valley, the grape clusters are just starting to form.

Wine Tours and tastings...all amidst rolling hills and valleys. 

 

So many wines  to choose from!

 One by-product of wine making is Grapeseed Oil, which is one of the main ingredients in Napa Valley Soap. We are pleased to announce that we now carry this wonderful Soap at the Camellia. We have tried it, and I should tell you, it feels like silk on your skin.

   

 We also stock a wonderful liquid Soap, and room diffusers.

 Next time you buy Strawberries, look at the label, chances are they were grown in Watsonville, Ca.

 Here's a close-up of the berry patch.

Field upon field of Strawberries.

Well, the strawberries will soon be ready in Thunder Bay at Belluz Farms. Stop in and visit us at The Camellia. Ask about the Napa Valley Soaps, and our Cottage Paint line. 

We are open Wed. through Sunday.

Wed. 11-5. Thurs. 12-7. Fri. 11-6. Sat. 11-5. Sun. Noon-5p.

We are at 30, Hacquoil Rd. p -807)475-3551

Flowering Spring shrubs, The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On

Spring is such a wonderful time of the Year! A lot of shrubs only flower in the Spring, and what a show it is. This post is for those of you who may be longing for blooms and warm temperatures, and you may be feeling sort of, well, is it ever going to get really nice?

Hydrangea blooms seen outside Beringer Winery in Napa Valley, California.

And everywhere you go in Mountain View, California, there's an abundance of jasmine vines, their perfume is magnificent. Flowering shrubs and vines add so much beauty to our world.

Roses are everywhere! A profusion of colour and masses of blooms, in bush and topiary forms.



Sniff..... ! Nothing smells as sweet as a Rose.

Come visit us at the Camellia! We are at 30, Hacquoil Rd. Open reduced hours on Wed. 1-3, Fri. 1-3. Sat. 1-4.

Normal hours resume on June 5th, 2013.

p-807)475-3551 or email us at thecamellia@hotmail.com with  any questions.

It's almost Mother's Day, The Camellia, Thunder Bay

Mother's Day is fast approaching. How will you celebrate this special Day? Will you spend it with your Mum? Will you pick up the phone and call?  You can call us and order a special Gift for delivery or a bouquet of Flowers. 

The truth is, Even if she weren't my Mom I would go out of my way to be friends with her.

My mother phoned daily to ask "Did you just try to reach me?"  When I reply, "No", she adds, "So if you're not too busy, call me while I'm still alive," and hangs up.  (Erma Bombeck)

My Mother is a travel agent for guilt.

Women without children dream of romance, wealth and success. Mothers dream of sleep.

So how can you show your MOM that you appreciate her? Here are a few of our Top picks, you can get them at our store, The Camellia. You can also order on-line at http://www.thecamellia.com/gifts-for-mom.html

Phone (807)475-3551 to Order Flowers for delivery in Thunder Bay. If calling outside of Thunder Bay, but within Canada, call toll-free at 1-877-523-7444. Order early for best selection!!

A Flaxseed Pillow makes a thoughtful Gift, especially if Mum is in pain sometimes.

A Hand-made Wreath is pretty for Spring. Willow Wreaths available in limited supply, due to the bad weather we have had last week. Call to order one. 

A spa basket makes a wonderful Gift for Mom or anyone who would appreciate the Gift of relaxation.

Hand made quilts by Muriel Squires, available instore at The Camellia. Or buy online here http://www.thecamellia.com/shop-farm-goods.html

 Memories of Provence Vase

Glass vase filled with a generous bunch of Matanzas Creek lavender, paired with a bottle of Lavender Spray (use as an Air freshener, and for linens), and a pot of Lavender luxury Body Butter. The Body Butter is amazing - a highly absorbent shea body butter with the scent of Lavender/Tangerine.  A vase of Lavender in a room acts as a natural air freshener.

C$

72.85    

 

The Ring Bling purse, so cute and easy to carry.

-Victoria Lavender basket

A fragrant bunch of Lavender, with a oh-so-comfy cotton Pillow ( with removeable insert), Matanzas Creek Lavender spray, Flower bath sponge, Lavender Soy candle in jar, and the May/June issue of my favourite magazine,Victoria. Packaged in a wire/wicker basket.

C$

105.50    

 

This wooden saying is so a propos on Mother's Day.

For anyone who has lost their Mom, why not remember her with a Memorial Garden stone?

Call The Camellia to order Flowers at 807)475-3551.

We are at 30, Hacquoil Rd. Our Spring Open house continues this week .Open Wed. May 8th. 2013,  11-5. Thurs. 12-4. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5. This Sunday, Mother's Day, May 12th. 2013, Closed. 

Ooh La La..It's SPRING OPEN HOUSE at The Camellia!!

Ooh La La!! It's May and our Spring Open house starts on Saturday, May 4th. 11-5, and Sunday, May 5th, 12-5. I know, It's snowing again, but enough of that, Spring is alive and well in our store. (You can purchase a red handbag so you can look oh-so-stylish while you are shovelling the white stuff with your red snowshovel, just in case TBT News is cruising by). Well, all we can do is laugh about it, and go with the flow. 

The poor songbirds outside, though. A very wet Yellow finch was trying to grab some shelter on the ledge of our Kitchen window this evening. Poor thing. The robins are sheltering in a bare patch under the cedars, while protesting loudly. 

We are at 30, Hacquoil Rd. Thunder Bay, South on Highway 61, left on Hacquoil Rd. We are 1.6 km. on  the left. p.807)475-3551

You can shop online at www.thecamellia.com

Have a great Weekend and come out and Visit The Camellia.

Our Open house is on today, Saturday, May 4th. 2013, from 11-5p.  And we're OPEN Sunday, May 5th. 12-5p. Call our Flower message at (807)475-3551 to keep up-to-date with the goings-on!

Design some Spring into your Home, The Camellia, Thunder Bay

It's finally Spring!! The Robins are back and the Honkers are flying overhead en masse! For the first time we're seeing double digit highs today of 18 degrees. The best way to add Spring to your Home is with one of our Willow Wreaths...we're now taking preorders for Mother's Day delivery. Call (807)475-3551 to place your order today!!

Or what about a Tamarack wreath with Forsythia? We have 2 in stock. 

Just arrived ..Vintage Look metal Wall birdcages... great for attaching Family photos to. 

What do you think of this..? We have 1 of these buckets in the store...what a great repurpose, love the wheels. Geraniums you can purchase at any of our local greenhouses. Photo credit here is unknown..sorry. 

Treat yourself to some wonderful hand-made Lavender hand-made soap from Matanzas Creek Winery in Sonoma. Mother's Day is coming up...we have a wonderful selection of Gifts for Mom..ask about our Lavender Love Spa basket. You can shop online for Gifts for Mom at www.thecamellia.com

And we have a great Offer - we're giving you a 20% discount on our green and pink Hydrangea Wreaths for a limited time, up until Mother's Day, May 12th. 2103.

Come see us at The Camellia, at 30 Hacquoil Rd. Thunder Bay, On. 

Open : Wed. 11-5. Thurs. 12-7. Fri. 11-6. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5

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See our Pinterest boards here  http://pinterest.com/thecamellia/boards/

and shop on-line on The Camellia's website at www.thecamellia.com

Prepare for Spring/Winter??!! The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On

Well, it's supposed to be Spring here, but we woke up to snow a few times this week. No worries, Spring is coming!! 

Time to plan your Spring outfits, what colours will you wear this Summer?

We have a fab selection of purses and Summer scarves..come into the store to see them!

 Tulip fields in Holland...reminding you that a burst of colour is always good! So think of how you can add colour to your outfits this season.... with a scarf or a new purse.

This week we are playing Catch -up after the Home & Garden show...so we are Open Saturday, April 20th. 11-5, and Sunday April 21st. 12-5. see you then! 

We are at 30 Hacquoil Rd. which is south on Hwy. 61, left on Hacquoil Rd.

phone 807)475-3551.
You can shop online at our new website www.thecamellia.com

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 !