Mother's Day 2014 at The Camellia

Kids don't come with an Instruction manual, but Moms do the best they can. Get Mom a special Gift from The Camellia   View this email in your browser

Get Mom a special Gift from The Camellia. Or, bring her shopping at The Camellia and let her pick out her own Gift. Get her a beautiful Bouquet of faux Botanicals , perfect for the Mom-on-the-go who doesn't want another thing to look after! $55.00 and up. A fun new Purse for the Summer, with a Spring scarf. Bring Spring into her Home with Napa Valley scented Diffuser oils. Does Mom like practical Gifts? Gift her with a water-repellent tablecloth, $24.95 to $27.95, many colours available in 3 sizes. Get that fresh Spring smell into your Home with our Healthy Home Fragrances, made with essential oils. In Almond Blossom, Orchid, Lavender and fresh Linen. Made without harmful chemicals, no known Cancer or hormonal disrupting chemicals such as Phtalates, Formaldehyde, Toluene, benzene or methylene chloride. Order a fresh planter of flowering plants, we deliver in and around Thunder Bay Get her a Cottage Paint class gift certificate...see the orangey Oak Kitchen cabinet door in the photo, it can be transformed into a dark expresso finish with a Cottage Paint glaze. Magic without the huge price tag of replacing your cabinets.   Cherish the time you have with your Mom. Last summer my Mom ( in the photo above) made the big trek from Toronto to Thunder Bay. Even though she can't see, she enjoyed walking along Lake Superior. What special memories do you have of times spent with your Mum?

BEGINNERS COTTAGE PAINT CLASS - this Friday, May 9th. 6.30p.m.-9ish.  This is a good class to take if you have never used Cottage Paint before. And you have projects you want to tackle now that the weather is getting warmer. It's better to practice and learn all the techniques first before you tackle your redo. In this class you will be working on a wooden door, learning 1-colour distressing, 2-colour distressing, crackle, dry-brushing, antique glazing, waxing and varnishing. If this time does not work for you, tentative dates for classes in June are Sunday, June 8th. from 1-4p. Call now to reserve your spot. If you have a group of 4 or more, you can call and arrange your own time. Some of you are redoing bathrooms, some are repainting kitchen cabinets, some are planning on redoing furniture out at camp. We just received a shipment of Cottage paint, with great new colours for the Summer, and new neutrals in off whites and greys.  We have all shades of this season's hottest colour trend - BLUES.    In order to attend this class, do pre-register by phoning us at 475-3551 or email at thecamellia@hotmail.com. The cost is $48.00 plus hst. similar classes in other cities cost $80-125.00!   If you are in the middle of a Cottage Paint project, we are Open here at The Camellia until May 11th. Then we are on holidays and will reopen on Sunday, June 1st. So grab your supplies now. New rounded wax brushes are in, and varnishes are back in stock. And, of course, we have lots of Gifts for Mother's Day.   Butterflies and hummers...Birds nests on springs...water-repellent tablecloths covered with poppies and tulips ...lace runners and pilowcases...spring quilts ...easter bunnies & bears...Cottage Paint in yummy spring colours...forsythia wreaths..lavender.... White Lilac hand lotion ...Napa Valley soaps...bright Summer purses...and so much more!!   OPEN: Wed. 11-5, Thurs. Noon-5, Fri. 11-5, Sat. 11-5. Sun. May 11th. 2014,  12-5. Then we are on Holiday , and will reopen June. 1st. 2014   Visit our website for information athttp://www.thecamellia.com Read our blog at http://www.fromnaturetohome.blogspot.com   Twitter Website Email Come Visit The Camellia.   How do I get there?   We are 10 mins. from the Thunder Bay Airport, heading south on Hwy. 61. Turn left onto Hacquoil Rd. We are 1.6km. on the left.    Phone 807) 475-3551 Shop online at http://www.thecamellia.com Visit our blog at http://www.fromnaturetohome.blogspot.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Camellia-From-Nature-to-Home/145600168837975 http://pinterest.com/thecamellia/boards/

Beginners' Cottage Paint class at The Camellia this Friday, May 9th. 2014

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BEGINNERS COTTAGE PAINT CLASS - this Friday, May 9th. 6.30p.m.-9ish. This is a good class to take if you have never used Cottage Paint before. And you have projects you want to tackle now that the weather is getting warmer. It's better to practice and learn all the techniques first before you tackle your redo. In this class you will be working on a wooden door, learning 1-colour distressing, 2-colour distressing, crackle, dry-brushing, antique glazing, waxing and varnishing. If this time does not work for you, tentative dates for classes in June are Sunday, June 8th. from 1-4p. Call now to reserve your spot. If you have a group of 4 or more, you can call and arrange your own time. Some of you are redoing bathrooms, some are repainting kitchen cabinets, some are planning on redoing furniture out at camp. We just received a shipment of Cottage paint, with great new colours for the Summer, and new neutrals in off whites and greys.  We have all shades of this season's hottest colour trend - BLUES.    In order to attend this class, do pre-register by phoning us at 475-3551 or email at thecamellia@hotmail.com. The cost is $48.00 plus hst. similar classes in other cities cost $80-125.00!   If you are in the middle of a Cottage Paint project, we are Open here at The Camellia until May 11th. Then we are on holidays and will reopen on Sunday, June 1st. So grab your supplies now. New rounded wax brushes are in, and varnishes are back in stock. And, of course, we have lots of Gifts for Mother's Day.   Visit our website for information at http://www.thecamellia.com   Twitter Website Email Come Visit The Camellia.   How do I get there?   We are 10 mins. from the Thunder Bay Airport, heading south on Hwy. 61. Turn left onto Hacquoil Rd. We are 1.6km. on the left.    Phone 807) 475-3551 OPEN: Wed. 11-5p. Thurs. Noon-5. Fri. 11-5. Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-5. Shop online at http://www.thecamellia.com Visit our blog at http://www.fromnaturetohome.blogspot.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Camellia-From-Nature-to-Home/145600168837975 http://pinterest.com/thecamellia/boards/

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Welcome Springthyme in May at The Camellia

Thank goodness it's May...we hope it will be a month when  the temperatures start to climb, and flowers start to bloom. The birds are all back and some serious nest-building is going on ...spotted a Robin with a mouthful of twigs and grasses just this morning.

 

Next Sunday is Mother's Day ...what are you getting your Mum for this special day? You can always call us to order a fresh bouquet, we deliver in and around Thunder Bay.

Or you can send her some potted plants.. like these lovely purple potted Tulips.

 If your Mum is super busy and doesn't have time to look after something fresh ... these are the reamins of some tulips, they don't look so great when they're dead, do they?

 Order our faux Botanical bouquets - $55.00 to $85.00. Stays good looking all the time.

 Our Paris themed Egg cups . Come instore to get these beauties.

 Visit The Camellia at 30, Hacquoil Rd. That's 10 mins. from the Thunder Bay Airport.

p-475-3551 or toll-free at 1-877-523-7444.
We are OPEN every day except Monday and Tuesday.
So we are OPEN Wed. through Sunday.
Wed. 11-5. Thurs. Noon-5.  Fri. 11-6
Sat. 11-5, Sunday. 12-5

Orange Day in Holland, The King's Birthday, Part 1.

It's the King's Birthday in Holland this weekend ( formerly known as Queen's Day). With the new King, the first male monarch since 1890: King Willem-Alexander ....., the holiday was renamed to King's Day. It's a weekend of grand partaay-ing, lots of festivities, Parades, flea- markets, and if you're going to participate in the mayhem, wear ORANGE. It is without question, the biggest national holiday in Holland. Come along with us,on Orange Day, 2012.

 First step, figure out how to buy train tickets in Dutch, from a  machine. Took us a while to figure this out.

Onto a bigger train, note to self, they did not take credit cards here, only cash, so another trip to the cash machine.... In Holland, cash seems to be the preferred form of currency.

But wait a minute, are you dressed in something Orange? You must wear Orange on Orange Day. This stems from the Dutch monarchy, the House of Orange. To find out more about King's Day, visit http://www.holland.com/global/tourism/article/queens-day-will-be-kings-day.htm

Too funny, Dutch high-heeled clogs. Might be a tad uncomfortable for all the walking you'll be doing today.

Here we are in the town of Berkel, which is near Pijnacker...... The King's Birthday is also a day when all the kids ( and grown-ups) can sell their unused items in the Town squares without any fees or taxes. of course, I am totally excited about the prospect of finding old stuff, aka, antiques. I've been warned that it's mostly kids toys and strollers, but you 've heard the saying, 'one man's trash is another man's treasure.'

Yes, there is lots of kid stuff, but in between, some treasures, I had to have those old watering cans. 

And we snagged an old typewriter, complete with original case. Love the pots with the green moss on them. At this point, my Dutch relatives are asking, but how are you going to get these onto the plane...? Good question, indeed! I wasn't thinking about that part.
Onwards to the Markets in Delph, in Part 2, to follow.

Here at #TheCamellia, we are celebrating King's Day with lots of orange merchandise!

Come visit us at The Camellia,
30 Hacquoil Rd. p-807)475-3551
Open Wednesday through Sunday. Open today, Saturday, 11-5p.Sunday, Noon-5p.

Celebrate Easter & Spring at The Camellia, Thunder Bay

 Hello! It's time to celebrate Easter and Spring...and..and..what Spring? It's completely WHITE OUT THERE! Can a person go beserk from TOO MUCH WINTER?

The only thing you can do is come out and Visit The Camellia! Banish all traces of Winter from your home, add Faux Hyrangeas in Vases, try our Healthy Home fragrances to get that Spring smell into your Home. Make up your bed with our new cotton Bedding collection - Kate.

We are Open Fri.April 18, 2014,  11-4. 

Sat. 11-5. and Easter Sunday 12-4.

 I just want to see green grass...not white, just GREEN. Can you relate?

 We have Flowers to brighten up someone's day - call 1-877-523-7444, or in Thunder Bay, (807)475-3551. Delivery available.

 Easter Fuzzie-wuzzie.

 If I could transport myself...I would be in ..where would you go? For me it would be Holland. Tulips, Daffodils, Keukenhof, Flower Markets......

 Flowers, flowers, I must have Flowers.

 Colour lifts one's spirits. Notice how Flowers are always bright and cheery, seen any grey flowers lately...??

Happy Easter everyone! Come visit us here at The Camellia. We're just south of Arthur St. 10 mins. from the Thunder Bay Airport. Head south along Hwy. 61, left on Hacquoil Rd. #30.

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Spring is here at The Camellia!

Spring is definitely here! The Robins have returned! Even though we still have 2 feet of snow on the ground, it is melting away nicely. A big Thank You to all of you who stopped by our booth at the Spring Home & Garden show, we enjoyed meeting all of you.

We are inspired by Yellow -such a cheery colour. Our Forsythia Birch wreath.

Such a fun purse with the polka dots, and look at that wonderful grey & yellow Bedding - 100% Cotton, which makes it washable and breathable.

 We have loads of realistic Spring Flowers - blue hydrangeas mixed with white Tulips.

 Like our take on Spring?

 Need a great lace Runner for your Easter table? We have lots, in many sizes.

 Our much-loved Tablecloths -water repellent and stain-resistant. Great price - $24.95 and $27.95, and we have sizes up to 126", and 70 "Round. Come into our store on Hacquoil Rd. to get one.

 Just arrived - Kate Bedding. In a wonderful grey and blue washed palette.

 

 Great Easter bouquet for someone - no-care, no fuss, a great gift for someone in long-term care.

We showed this dresser at the Spring Home & Garden show - a Cottage Paint make-over.

Come into our store at The Camellia, to get some, or take a class in Beginners Cottage Paint.

The Camellia, 30 Hacquoil Rd. 

p-807-475-3551

Open Wed. through Sunday. Sat. 11-5. Sunday 12-5p.

Happy April 1st.!

Happy April 1st.. and the joke is on us in Thunder Bay, we are in the midst of a lovely ( not!) Springinter storm of snow, freezing rain and ice. Not to worry, Caribbean people living in Thunder Bay will not be bothered by this nonsense. We are packing like crazy, getting ready for the Spring Home & Garden show starting this Friday at the C.L.E grounds and the Sportsdome. We are inspired by Flowers... bright colours....nests...green moss...and Bunnies.

 Fresh Flowers always make you feel better. Go treat yourself to some today.

 In the Spring , there are all kinds of Birds nests to be found in the branches, collect them and display under a glass cloche. We will have some cloches for sale at the Garden show.

 Willow branches seem to signify Spring - none here yet.

 I don't know about you, but here at The Camellia we are craving Green  .... and waiting to see open, running water in all the ditches and local streams. The sound of a babbling brook is so nice.

 The oh-so-cute Easter fuzzie-wuzzies. We will have these at our booth.

Hand-made stainless steel Flowers, deer proof. Get lots of Ideas and products for your Home & Garden at the Spring Home & Garden show, see The Camellia in the Coliseum building, Booths #2 and 3. We will be busy setting up for the Garden show so we will be closed here at The Camellia on Wed. Thurs. and Friday.

The Camellia 

30, Hacquoil Rd. p-(807)475-3551

www.thecamellia.com 

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