In this episode we chat with Joanna Ivey about her awe-inspiring story of adoption. And yes, it's awe-inspiring dear friends! Joanna shares her family's over two year journey thru domestic adoption to bring home their sweet son Sutton Justus. {and isn't that just the best name ever?!!!} We talk with Joanna about the long road they walked waiting, the "plans" they had for their adoption and ...
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by design episode #93: the breath of god | holy spirit series
Today we're taking a deeper look at BREATH and what it means to us physically and spiritually. I share scripture, some inspiring quotes, and connect the dots between the Holy Spirit and the breath of God. This episode is part 1 on "the breath of God". Look for another episode next week! xo, Dannette { you can listen here or thru the player ...
by design episode #92: lemonade stand diy
On this episode I share some ideas on how to make your own lemonade stand. I recently made one for a client, and totally FELL IN LOVE with it. I've been seeing lots of them at parties and receptions lately, so I thought I'd share some of my favorite diy's with you so you could make your own as well. Here is the one I made: Here are some other cute designs: image via Cute DIY ...
by design episode #90: Viv Mabuni // Open Hands Willing Heart
Viv Mabuni is on the podcast today, and she's telling us all about her new book "Open Hands Willing Heart: Discovering the Joy of Saying Yes to God"!!! Viv draws on the example of biblical heroes, particularly Esther, to share life-giving wisdom about what it looks like to surrender all in the midst of uncertainty and fear. As she explains, “When our hearts are surrendered to Him and aligned with ...
by design episode #89: repurposed bifold doors
Episode #89 is all about re-purposing the bi-fold doors that you don't use anymore. I share a diy on how to make a bench and also lots of other good options for re-purposing them. Be sure to check out the By Design Podcast pinterest board to see all the fun ideas. I'm really pretty specific about what I pin too, making sure to include only options that are design worthy. Let's just say there ...
by design episode #86: Heather Holleman | Chosen for Christ
In episode #86 we're talking with author Heather Holleman about her new book Chosen for Christ: Stepping Into The Life You've Been Missing. And you guys, we could not be more excited!!! Heather is our people. She is passionate about God's word, and it's a wonder to listen to her rattle off scripture and connect the truth of our big God to the here and now of our small todays. We chat about the ...
by design episode #84: White Robes and Soul Clothes | Design Project: Condo Furniture
Episode #84 is all about the dance we do in front of the mirror. We talk about body image and that inner struggle we all seem to have trying to find adequate coverings for our souls. We share a few personal stories, discuss lots of scripture, and do our best to get to the heart of the issue. Lyndsye also pipes in at the end to chat design, sharing a 4 floor condo project she just ...
by design episode #83: Playroom Project
Hey there all! Today we are FINALLY sharing the playroom project we designed for beautiful friends of ours awhile back. They recently expanded their family, and we were able to sneak into their playroom and jazz it up as a surprise before their homecoming. This was a darling little project with lots of fun details and diys (on the fly as usual). Be sure to scroll thru and check out all the before ...
by design episode #77: King Saul – His Humility or His Pride // 1 Samuel 9
Hey friends! We're back this week with episode #77 and continuing our conversation about King Saul. We talk through 1 Samuel 9, the context of the story, and discuss beginnings and heart of King Saul, weighing in on his humility and pride. We talk about how sometimes we end up like Saul, seeing more of ourselves in our circumstances than we do the God who is at work in them. To read more on King ...
by design episode #74: Coffee Filter Wreath DIY
Today we share a wreath diy because Spring is almost here, and we needed some light and airy inspiration ? Dannette shows us how to make a tissue wreath using coffee filters, and she also shares a little bit about what she's been learning about the Lord's Supper as she re-reads Tim Keller's book "The King's Cross". Thanks so much for listening! xo, Lyn & Dannette ••• LINKS & THINGS ...