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 ...
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by design episode #73: india
This week we get to hear all about Dannette's recent mission trip to India. We talk about the stretch it was to say yes to India, the beauty of the people, and how it's changed her life forever. Dannette will also be writing about her trip over on her blog, so be sure to check there for a more in depth look at the trip. LINKS & THINGS {by design} pinterest ...
Warrior In Pink GIVEAWAY!
Happy Friday friends!!! We're giving away a copy of "Warrior In Pink" written by the lovely @vivianmabuni over on the podcast today. There are 3 ways to win!!! ⭐ G I V E A W A Y ⭐ To enter all you have to do is: Instagram peeps: • TAG a friend on today's IG post • FOLLOW both @bydesignpodcast and @vivmabuni on Instagram Facebook peeps: • SUBSCRIBE to our website at www.bydesignpodcast.com • ...
by design episode #72: Viv Mabuni | Warrior in Pink
We've been waiting for this episode friends -- today we chat with the lovely Vivian Mabuni! She shares a bit of her cancer journey with us and we get to hear how God used that painful season to kindle the writer within. We chat about raising kids, the writing process, some of our design loves, and giggle a bit about our short-comings (as usual!). We also chat about Viv's first book “Warrior In ...
by design episode #71: Living Water | the woman at the well
On this episode Dannette shares a word from the story of the woman at the well in John 4. We talk about God's pursuing love, the beauty of community and inviting others to the well with us, and all sorts of amazing-ness relating to LIVING WATER. xo, Lyn & Dannette LINKS & THINGS Liz Curis Higgs talked about the woman at the well having no name so we can insert ours there ♥ (we ...
by design episode #70: sometimes we just need to duck and cover
We're back! We took a short and much needed break over the holidays to regroup and are excited to be back in front of microphones again. Today we talk about our unplanned hiatus and share an encouraging word for those who feel like they are in the desert places of life. The moral of this story is that we all have those seasons where we need to take cover and duck and hide a bit. The truth is that ...
a couple of highlights because ADOPTION MONTH!
This week we thought we'd do something different, being a month where we can wave our flag for the beauty of adoption, we're going to take FULL ADVANTAGE! We've grown and had so many new listeners, we wanted to re-share our friend @iveyexpressions beautiful adoption story! It's one that will encourage and inspire, and we all need to be reminded of the beauty of adoption that mirrors the design and ...
by design episode #69 : Sharing our Faith
Today we share a little of what we've been learning as our life group works their way thru Matt Chandler's study on the book of Philippians. We discuss the account in Acts 16 where Paul witnessed to Lydia, the possessed girl, and the jailer and how he humbly met each person where they were as he shared his faith. We talk about how hard it can be at times to share our faith, the importance of doing ...
by design episode #68: 5 million ways to use washi tape (or really like 13)
Today we chat washi tape and share all our favorite uses for this magical mini tape! We cover walls, art, keys, cords, books, doors, headboards...and a lot of other wonderful randomness. Washi tape is a great way to add some color and interest to all things bland and generic. It's also super easy to use and the uses for it are endless. Thanks so much for listening, and be sure to check out our ...
by design episode #67: Holley Gerth // Fiercehearted
Today we chat with the lovely Holley Gerth about her new book "Fiercehearted". Holley is a best selling author, speaker, life coach, counselor and she also co-founded the wonderful online community (in)courage. Whew, right? This sweet lady has leaned in and embraced her calling fully, and she shares a few of the highs and lows along the way. We chat about infertility, adoption, and what it looks ...