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Christmas creative projects dogs · Written by Randi Dukes

Keepsake Pawprint Christmas Ornament

This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group but all opinions are my own.  This pawprint ornament post contains affiliate links. A few weeks ago I purchased a simple handprint ornament kit with the idea of creating a keepsake holiday ornament for our small dog.  I thought it would […]

Christmas in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Reindeer Hot Cocoa

Last night our kids had our annual visit from our neighborhood Santa Claus and afterwards we had a fun little treat to celebrate: reindeer hot cocoa.  I love the way this simple treat turned out and it’s really simple to throw together even if time is limited. To make reindeer hot cocoa, you’ll need styrofoam or […]

creative projects in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Hot Cocoa Mix {Neighbor Gifts}

We love to deliver a little something to our neighbors at Christmas time {my kids often deliver it as part of our 24 Days of Service}.  This year we’re giving jars of layered hot cocoa mix. This is such a simple gift to make and it’s easy to make in bulk.  The kids can even […]

Christmas creative projects in the kitchen playgroup · Written by Randi Dukes

Reindeer Treats

This week Tate had a playgroup Christmas party and I took full advantage of the opportunity to whip up some of the fun reindeer ideas I had pinned on Pinterest.  {You can follow my Christmas Cheer board or my Christmas Cheer for Kids board to see what I’m loving right now.}I love the reindeer {or […]

Christmas in the garden in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Rosemary Honey {A Homemade Gift}

Last night we had our December PTO board meeting {I’m the President of our middle school PTO … again} and I took a little gift for the ladies I work with.  This Rosemary Honey was the perfect way to use the rosemary still growing in my back yard {we’re having a very warm winter}. I packaged […]

creative projects Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

A Lego Travel Box

  I shared this post a week ago at Dragonfly Designs and I wanted to share it here today.  This is such a simple project and Luke loves it! **************** Like most boys, my little guy loves Lego!  I’ve made him a Lego table and a Lego wall and, after seeing some inspiration on the […]

monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up November

Happy December, Everyone! I love this month.  Every single thing about it.  I’m excited about getting into holiday mode and enjoying every moment of December. But first, let’s take a quick peek back at some of the projects I posted in November. In November, I monogrammed butter pats, sewed {and glued} a burlap table runner, […]

in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Espresso Shortbread

This is a recipe you’ll want to pin {I promise!}: espresso shortbread.  It’s one of my favorites and I especially love to make it during the holiday season as a fun twist on regular shortbread.  Pair it with a cup of coffee after a heavy holiday meal and you have a winner!  It’s not sweet […]

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

Snowman Hot Cocoa Bar

If you read Dukes and Duchesses much you’ll know I’m a big fan of themed playdates and parties.  It’s an easy way to have friends over and create special memories without the extra chaos and high expectations of a true party.  Hot cocoa playdates are some of my favorites and today I’m sharing a super […]

Christmas creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

Advent Readings for Children

Today’s project is one that evolved out of a conversation on facebook yesterday and I couldn’t resist copying the idea for my family.  My friend, Amy, shared a site that has daily advent readings for children out of The Jesus Storybook Bible.  {If you haven’t read this children’s Bible before, run and get one now. […]

dogs in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Gingerbread Dog Biscuits

Every Christmas I make homemade dog biscuits for the family dogs.  I often experiment with different recipes and flavors and our dog gets to do the taste test.  These gingerbread dog biscuits passed with flying colors!  They make a really fun holiday gift for dog lovers and they’re super cute when paired with these printable punny […]

knitting · Written by Randi Dukes

Knit Fingerless Gloves

I love to knit but especially at this time of year.  Curling up under a blanket with my needles and a show seems like a great way to spend a fall evening. Last week four of my kids had dentist appointments which allowed me to sneak in hours of knitting and I completed these fingerless […]

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