On today's episode we share an encouraging word for mommas of little ones. We chat about what we wish we knew and share some funny stories about potty training, family pictures, and feeding our kids cheese and crackers for dinner {because that totally counts we're told}! We do dig a little deeper though and try to get to the heart behind why we wear ourselves out as moms and share ways to rise ...
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by design episode #15: Pastor Lionel Young & Home Office Remodel
Today we chat with Pastor Lionel Young about God’s design for design... and how it’s grounded in beauty, just like God himself. Pastor Lionel unpacks the significance of that and what it means for us as image bearers, and in essence gives us permission to enjoy beauty as God intended. (Which I think some of us need to be encouraged in, don’t we?!) We talk beauty in creation, in our homes, in our ...
by design episode #14: FALLify Your Digs
In this episode we chat about all things Fall! We don't know about you, but we're ready for cooler evenings, sweaters, scarves, boots, and soup!!! We share how we decorate for Fall {including some great tips for designing on a budget}, chat about a few diy's we love, and even squeeze in a quick moment with our friend Matt Siewert! We also want to share our new {by design pinterest board} with you ...
Hiatus
In case you hadn't noticed, we're on hiatus this week! Labor Day seemed like a good excuse to take a little planning break. You can bet we're still chatting it up and drinking tea, we're just not hitting the record button ? But tune in next Tuesday and we'll give you some great ideas to fall-ify your spaces!!! ? ...
by design episode #13: When Anxiety Creeps In & Some Thoughts on Rugs
In this week’s episode we chat about anxiety. Who hasn't at some point struggled with this, right? ! Us girls chat it up about times we've done battle with anxiousness and fear, and we share some of the things that have helped us along the way. We're hoping it encourages you today! We also talk area rugs! We discuss the impact they have on furniture, give some tips on proper rug sizing, and also ...
by design episode #12: Seasons of Waiting & Mixing Patterns
In this week's episode we chat about waiting... and not just in line at the store... but in those seasons of our lives when all we can do is WAIT. Be it in a relationship, a job, or really any circumstance, how we react in those times says a lot about our view of God. We also chat about using patterns and prints in your rooms, and we give you a few simple tips to help you mix it up! It's another ...
by design episode #11: A Glowing Testimony {Acts 7} & Beaded Chandeliers
Hey friends...SO on today's episode we laugh alot! Dannette shares a snake story, attempts a Chewy impression, and we discover that Lyn had a wrong and hilarious understanding of "stoning" in the bible...for what, 25 years??? a.k.a. "Hans Solo-ing"... {Seriously, we don't make this stuff up!} We do get serious and talk about a friend's very real struggle with family and how she's dealing with ...
by design episode #10: Rest For Your Soul & Texture
Hi friends! Can you believe that we’re at Episode 10?!!! Seriously...we are having SO much fun! Today’s episode is about resting our very busy minds and hands and truly learning how to be still. We talk about spending time with God in the quiet and how hard it is to really settle in to those moments, unplug, and embrace the silence...especially when the norm for so many of us has become the exact ...
by design episode #9: Color in Design and How it Affects Us
Hey friends! This week is an easy one for us all... we keep things light and chat about color and how it can affect our moods. Although there's deep science that proves much of this, we just graze the surface a bit, and Dannette shares some of her experiences using color in the design field. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe on iTunes if you're enjoying this! It helps others find us ...
by design episode #8: Kelly Lackey & Revelation Wellness
In this week’s episode we talk to our dear friend Kelly Lackey about the design of our bodies and why we need to take care of them. She is a Revelation Wellness instructor and truly has a great balance of wellness in her home and her life. She shares a bit of her inspiring energy with us and gives some encouraging tips to keep you moving your body! We’re friends who laugh {a lot!!!} together, ...