Easter Fuzzie-Wuzzies, The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On

 It's almost Easter! Time for Rabbits hip-hopping along and funny Easter jokes. Why couldn't the rabbit fly home for Easter?
He didn't have the hare fare!   

  The flower above is a Camellia blossom. We so wish they would bloom here!

Hand-made Tulip Square - just in time for your Easter table. Buy online here at http://www.thecamellia.com/shop-farm-goods.html

So what if there's still snow on the ground! It's Spring, look at this lovely quilt! Come visit The Camellia to purchase in store or shop online at www.thecamellia.com

 Bunches of Gomphrena which we grew last Summer, drying on the porch.

 These were made into a lovely wreath, with dusty miller as the base. We have 2 available for sale.

 New Spring purses have arrived, look at those colours!

I can see this with white jeans, and a navy blazer...love yellow!

Easter is coming....don't forget to order Flowers . Call 807)475-3551, or toll-free in Canada 1-877-523-7444.

You can also order on-line at http://www.thecamellia.com/fresh-flowers.html

 Don't forget to add a fuzzie-wuzzie..they are so cute.

 

 Send Spring potted bulbs.

These stars are so Jeanne D'arc looking. Stars are not only for use at Christmas. Buy these and other goodies at The Camellia.

Open Wed. 11-5, Thur. 12-6. Fri. check for hours. Sat. 11-4. Sun. 12 -5.

30 Hacquoil Rd., South on Hwy. 61, left on Hacquoil Rd.

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Happy St. Patrick's Day! The Camellia, Thunder Bay, On

Happy St. Patrick's Day to everyone! And it's a special one for me also as this was the day one of my siblings was born on! Wondering who gets a holiday tomorrow to celebrate this day? 

Click on this link: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/story/2013/03/16/st-pats-parades.html

This day is known for the colour GREEN - one of our favourite colours here at The Camellia. so today we will just talk about all things Green!

The green of Hostas in the Summertime.

The green of Lemon Thyme, this patch creeps and gets bigger every year. No-on complains though, as fresh herbs add great flavour to summer meals.

The green of leaves, without leaves, we would not have flowers.

The green of Hops, which grows like crazy outside my back door. Which reminds me, I was supposed to make Sleep pillows with these.

The green of Grass, which a lot of sheep, and cows, and goats depend on .

The green of this hummingbird, shining in the sun.

The green of growing plants, in a green house in Holland.

And the green of leaves, which complement our Flowers nicely.

Of course, since we're crazy for green, we have lots of Spring purses, Door wreaths, etc. in Green. 

Come visit us the Camellia today, at 30, Hacquoil Rd. South on Hwy. 61, left on Hacquoil Rd.

Open, Sun. March 17, 2013 , 12-5p. Open Wednesday through Sunday.

Wed. Fri. Sat. 11-5. Thurs. 12-6. Fri. 11-6. Sun. 12-5.

Happy St. Paddy's Day!!

See us at the 15th Spring Home & Garden show at the CLE & the Lowery's Sports Dome coming up April 5, 6, 7 th. !!

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

p.807)475-3551

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. 

p-475-3551

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