Today's episode is all about shopping with purpose! With the holidays being just around the corner, we thought this little gift guide would help you find that special gift and also give back at the same time. We share a few of our favorite fair trade businesses that support women artisans in impoverished countries and even share a few ways to purchase gifts here in the states that help those ...
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by design episode #18: being seated with Christ & a farmhouse kitchen facelift
This week Lyndsye shares what she's been learning about being seated with Christ. We talk about what that looks like for us as brothers and sisters in Christ, and the freedom that comes from realizing there's a seat at the table for each of us, that we're worthy of it, and we don't have to strive to attain it. We also chat about our Giving Keys and share a little of the stories behind how Spirit ...
by design episode #16: dear mom of littles – what we wish we knew & help for ceilings fans
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 ...
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 ...
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 #7: Body Image & Gallery Walls
Today we chat about surviving the summer with our kids home... {can I get an amen?!} and how much stock we put into our body image. Lyn discusses her struggles with overcoming anorexia, and we talk thru how our thoughts on our negative appearance can skew our view of God and who he has designed us to be. We also talk about not living a checklist faith, but living for the audience of ...
by design episode #6: Mom Struggles & Decluttering
In this episode we talk about parenting and Dannette shares her very real struggle as she parents a strong willed child. We talk about how it truly does take a village to parent well and share some resources to turn to for encouragement and direction. We also chat about all the clutter and "stuff" that comes with having kids in your home {especially during the summer}, and we give some tips on ...
by design episode #4: weddings…and what really matters!
It's wedding season friends! And on today's show we chat about some of the good and hard things involved in the planning process, wedding favors, some "musts" for the bride, and lastly, what's really important for your big day! Whether you're a bride to be, hope to be one soon, or a mother of children you hope to marry off one day, you won't want to miss this one! We even squeezed into our ...