Today we have none other than Christina Stembel - founder, CEO and creative genius behind Farmgirl Flowers! We chat with Christina about her company and how they got started, her love for business, knack for creating beauty, and she even offers up some advice for would be entrepreneurs. And seriously, this gal is a GEM. Not only is she super hardworking, genuine, and crazy talented, but she's ...
by design episode #38: Pastor Josh Reasoner // What About Repentance?
This week on { by design } we chat with the brilliant Josh Reasoner about repentance and what that looks like in the life of a believer. Josh is the Pastor of Family and Children's Ministries at Calvary Church in Valparaiso, IN where he lives with his wife Christy and their three sweet kiddos. Josh also holds a BS in civil engineering and is currently completing his MA in Christian Studies ...
by design episode #36: rebekah lyons // you are free
On today's episode we chat with the lovely Rebekah Lyons about her new book You Are Free...which releases TODAY! This is such a great book, friends!!! We devoured it, giving air high fives and crying tears of conviction. Yep, it's THAT good. We chat truth and get to hear about a few of Rebekah's design loves. You don't want to miss this one! Rebekah is the author of Freefall to Fly: A ...
by design episode #35: valentine’s day & painting brick
IT'S VALENTINE'S DAY YO! On this episode we chat about the things we love to do to celebrate our loved ones. We chat marriage, movies, our favorite date ideas and of course...tacos. We also talk about painting brick, in particular fireplaces, because YES. It sounds daunting, but it's really not that hard to tackle. AND it can transform your space. So if you have an old fireplace that has a brick ...
by design episode #34: home from kenya & kids alive
Hey friends!! Today's podcast is super exciting for us as Lyn is finally back and telling us all about her family's trip to Kenya!!! You won't want to miss it... especially if you've ever wanted to do something that has forever impact. She shares all about Kids Alive International {kidsalive.org} and how they're doing an incredible job of saving kids that are vulnerable and at risk around the ...
by design episode #33: Being in Community
Today we talk about what it means to be in community with others. We've touched on this subject before, but today we dig a little deeper and talk about how important this idea of community is for us to grow and mature in our faith. And it's hard, right? To invest in relationships for the long haul and allow people to see the real you is just not that easy. But it's SO worth it, and we don't want ...
by design episode #32: Resource Global
On this week's episode we hear from Mary & Sandy at Resource Global. They share the heart and vision of this unique nonprofit and how they are working to equip and charge young leaders all over the world to live more fully for the Lord. They currently have groups in Chicago and Jakarta, Indonesia and are exploring cohorts in other countries like Nairobi, Istanbul, Shanghai, and Lima. We ...
by design episode #31: being small, abiding & going to Kenya
Today we talk about being small and abiding. These are the words we've chosen to wear for the year (you know how we love our giving keys)! We talk about perspective and what it means to each of us to live out these words. We also chat about Lyn's up and coming trip to Kenya with her whole family, their heart for the people there, and why they chose to bring the kids along this time. ♥ Thanks for ...
by design episode #30: the new year
On today's episode we chat about the new year. We toss around a few resolutions, chat about setting goals, and share some of what God has put on our hearts for 2017. We also talk books and share a few up coming releases that we're excited to get our hands on! There are lots of great little nuggets in this one. Be sure to give it a listen! xo, Lyn & Dannette ••• LINKS & THINGS {by ...
by design episode #29: Sarah Bragg
On today's episode we chat with Sarah Bragg. This wife and momma of two writes, works in ministry, has her own podcast, and also has a little decorating business on the side! ? {Yep, she's awesome.} She's also a wealth of knowledge, has a heart to encourage, and we just love her to bits. We chat about contentment, body image, parenting, and of course, decorating and design. Sarah has worked ...