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creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

Cross-Stitch Monogrammed Necklace

I love this vintage-looking cross-stitch monogrammed necklace I just finished making. It was such a quirky little project but the final result is really fun. I started with a wooden pendant {with the holes already drilled} that I bought through The Plaid Barn. I drew a quick little sketch of my initial and filled in […]

in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Dump Cake {The Easiest Dessert Ever}

This dump cake recipe is one that you may already have in your recipe box but just in case you don’t, I have to share it here. It’s truly the easiest dessert ever, has very few ingredients, and is so delicious! Plus, you can customize it with your favorite fruit and give it a twist […]

homefront vintage · Written by Randi Dukes

Vintage Decor in the Home

I love vintage decor. Junky, chippy, distressed things make me completely happy. But my husband doesn’t love it quite as much so the entire house unfortunately can’t be taken over by old things. We’ve reached an eclectic compromise and I thought I’d share some of the ways I’ve added vintage decor into my home. An […]

sewing traditional games · Written by Randi Dukes

Back to Basics :: Marbles {and a DIY Marble Holster}

When I was a kid, we used to play marbles all the time. I’d take my bag of marbles to school every day and play at recess. You too? I decided it was time my kids learned how to shoot marbles too. But before you can play the game, you definitely need a fun marble […]

Easter inspiration · Written by Randi Dukes

10 Easter Ideas

Suddenly I feel like Easter has snuck up on me. I haven’t decorated and I’ve only made a few simple Easter crafts. If you’re in the same boat, here are a few whimsical Easter ideas and inspiration for you. I love everything about this button Easter egg! The color are so pretty and the whole […]

in the kitchen parties/entertaining sports · Written by Randi Dukes

Peanut Butter Cup Basketball Treats

The love of college basketball {and all basketball, really} runs deep in this house. When college games are airing, my boys are watching them. Drafts and brackets and March Madness are all common words at this time of year. Since the games are going to be on, I thought it would be fun to plan […]

creative projects family/friends Lila · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Broken China Jewelry

My little girls are wearing sweet new necklaces made from broken china. And they come with a little story and a lot of family history. If you’ve ever broken something that has a lot of sentimental value, don’t throw it out … make DIY broken china jewelry instead! My great Aunt Lorna painted china her […]

Easter knitting · Written by Randi Dukes

Knit Easter Garland

I love all the cute carrot ideas I’ve seen this Easter and I decided to jump on the bandwagon with a simple knit carrot Easter garland. It’s whimsical and orange {you know I love orange!} and I really love the mixed textures in it. If you have even the most beginner knitting skills, you can make […]

creative projects parties::birthday Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

Bowling Party Invitations

Last week we held a bowling party to celebrate Luke and Lila’s birthday and I wanted to share the bowling party invitations we made for the big event! These were easy to make and they were a great themed start to our party! Despite the ease of electronic invitations or storebought invitations, I still love to mail or hand-deliver […]

in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Easy Lemon Fluff Dip Recipe

I’ve been experimenting with some lemon dip combinations to come up with some easy snack or dessert ideas and this tart and delicious easy lemon fluff dip recipe is a clear winner. It only has three ingredients which is about as simple as it gets, and the flavor is so good! It’s the perfect mid-afternoon […]

creating with kids creative projects Easter · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Make Easter Soap for Kids {Three Versions}

A few days ago, I hosted a little google hangout, showing how to make fun Easter-themed soaps for kids {a great alternative to a basket full of candy}. This little chick was one of the stars but I also made confetti soap and soap-on-a-rope {remember that blast from the past?}. If you missed the […]

creative projects Easter · Written by Randi Dukes

An Easter Table for Kids

The girls over at Uncommon Designs have been sharing beautiful Easter tablescapes all week and today they’re featuring my easter table for kids. If you’re popping over from Uncommon Designs, welcome … I’m so glad you stopped by! If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I love simple. I’m sure I […]

creative projects in the kitchen parties::birthday · Written by Randi Dukes

A Bowling Party

I’ve shared a number of DIY details for my twins’ bowling party recently and now I have the full bowling party to share! This was a really fun party to plan and host. Hosting a mixed gender twin party is sometimes difficult as Luke and Lila get older and have different interests so we opted to […]

creative projects painting parties::birthday Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

A Bowling Party :: Bowling Shirts

I love making birthday shirts for my kids to wear to their parties but I went a little different this year and painted their shirts instead of doing some type of applique. They really turned out cute! I cut a vinyl stencil using my Silhouette and used DecoArt fabric paints to stencil the pin and […]