In-Between
With Halloween over, it's almost time for Christmas and we've begun decorating at Behnke's. Read on to see what's happening at the store.
Time to Deck the Halls
Deck those halls! Evelyn, a former florist, shares inspiration Christmas decorating using fresh greenery. Included is a how-to on making fresh kissing balls.
Works of Enduring Excellence
Evelyn discusses how we define "classic" and "beautiful" and how these definitions relate to everyday objects and her own floral designs.
Red, White and Blue Holidays
Evelyn loves to display American flags on patriotic holidays. Learn when she decorates with red, white and blue and get a little history lesson of why Election Day is always on a Tuesday in November.
Essentials for Outdoor Summer Parties
Throw an outdoor party in style! Florist, Evelyn Kinville describes her must-haves for summer entertaining.
How to Use Books as Decorative Accessories
Readily available and useful, books make the perfect decorative accessories. Learn how to elevate your home decor using books as art.
Learn How Home Elements Can Become “Wow” Elements
It can be difficult to decorate your home in a way that is cohesive and reflective of your personality. Evelyn gives tips for taking elements you already own and blending them to create a statement look in your home.
5 Surprisingly Simple Home Decorating Tips
Learn how to be a style maker in your own home! Evelyn discusses how you can apply lessons from the past to your own home decor.
Arranged Marriages (of flowers, of course): The Book and Ladder Method
Several years into my career as a florist, I bought an older “little, but quaint,” two story brick home and excitedly embraced several decorating challenges including wallpapering a stairwell! Picture if you will, a tall ladder turned sideways leaning against…
Arranged Marriages (of flowers, of course): Defining Your Decorating Style
Does it really matter what you call your decorating style? My answer is “maybe,” if only because it can make things easier if you want to tell someone about your home. I have often been asked how my home is…