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Dukes and Duchesses

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sewing · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Seamed Burlap Tablecloth

burlap themed place setting with burlap tablecloth

BurlapFabric.com provided the burlap needed for this DIY seamed burlap tablecloth but I did not receive further compensation for this post and all opinions are my own. I’ve been wanting a burlap tablecloth that I can throw on the table and use for a hundred different occasions.  I love the rustic look of burlap and […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Microwave Teriyaki Potato Recipe

easy microwave teriyaki potatoes

When I was first out of college and living completely on my own, I made this microwave teriyaki potato recipe all the time.  It was a quick and easy side dish and perfect for a novice in the kitchen.  I made it again recently and was reminded how good it is … and the kids […]


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creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

Washi Tape Chalk Board

washi tape chalkboard made with clear chalkboard coating

This washi tape chalk board post contains affiliate links. My little girls have been spending lots of time drawing on the new washi tape chalk board I made for their room.  I love the way it turned out and, with all the great washi tape patterns available, you could easily make a chalk board to […]


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sewing · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Felt Piggy Bank

felt piggy bank

This DIY felt piggy bank post contains affiliate links. I have to share what Kennedy made Tate for her birthday.  This DIY felt piggy bank turned out so cute and it was a really simple project that can easily be whipped up by anyone that can sew a straight stitch.  It’s even a great first […]


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creative projects parties::birthday · Written by Randi Dukes

Doll Birthday Party

doll birthday cake for doll party

This year, Tate had a doll birthday party to celebrate being three and it was a great success in her three year old eyes.  Despite the fact that a few of her friends were unable to make it, she had lots of fun and was so happy and chatty during her party.  I love all […]


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parties::birthday sewing · Written by Randi Dukes

Stitched Doll Party Favors

little doll party favors for a doll birthday party

I recently shared the doll house gable boxes that I made for Tate’s doll birthday party and now I want to show you what went home in those boxes.  The kids all took home stitched doll party favors that were personalized, with just a few extra details, to look like them! To make these stuffed […]


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

Doll House Birthday Party Favors

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Today my sweet surprise baby is three!  Her dolly party will take place later this afternoon and she’s so excited! The guests will go home with these gable boxes decorated like little houses. I used scrapbook paper in the party colors to add simple details. Each box has a patterned roof, shutters on a front […]


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in the kitchen parties::birthday Tate · Written by Randi Dukes

Little Doll Vanilla Wafers

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These little doll face vanilla wafers will be served at Tate’s dolly shindig on Sunday {inspiration found here}.  I pinned them a year ago, thinking they’d be so adorable for a little girly tea party and then fell in love with them all over again when I started planning the doll party.   They’re quite […]


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creative projects playgroup Tate · Written by Randi Dukes

Ticket to Ride

All the kiddos in Tate’s little playgroup have turned three in the last few months.  Tate will be the last one this weekend. Every year, my friend, Jenny, has hosted a little party for all the toddlers and she did the same thing again this year.  Tate and her friends had a little swim party and […]


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creative projects parties::birthday · Written by Randi Dukes

Paper Doll Invitations for a Doll Party

paper doll invitations for a doll party

This year, Tate celebrated her third birthday with a super cute at-home doll themed birthday party and we added a lot of creative, homemade elements to the party {click on that link to check it out because it was really cute!}.  The fun started with simple paper doll invitations that were the perfect way to […]


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creative projects duct tape · Written by Randi Dukes

Duct Tape Gift Wrap

easy duct tape gift wrap

I have a friend who gives beautifully wrapped packages, the kind where the outside of the gift is as fun as the inside.  I love pretty gift wrap but I’m often totally lazy and end up throwing a gift in a bag.  Can you relate?  This week Tate was invited to a birthday party and […]


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monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up August

It feels like summer is over and fall is really on its way.  Even the Texas weather is cooperating with cooler temperatures and soft breezes. A quick look back at August before we forge ahead into September. In August, I decorated lunchboxes with chalkboard paint, made a tea cup for a friend, cut silhouettes for […]


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creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

Teacher Gift :: Smart Cookies

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One more school-related post {in light of the fact that all other projects are in process and not ready for viewing … smile}.    I’m the president of our middle school PTO again this year and we left a little first-day treat in the teacher’s workroom.  I know this idea is all over the web […]


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parties/entertaining school · Written by Randi Dukes

Back to School Parent Party

back to school party for parents

Now that the kids are settled back into school, it’s time to enjoy the quiet days just a bit.  I hosted a little back to school parent party yesterday for some of my mom friends.  Nothing fancy, just a casual morning with snacks and coffee and good girly, kid-free conversation.  It was a great way […]


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I’m Randi, a mom of five living in Dallas. I love strong coffee, long lists, bright colors, thrift stores, repurposed junk, and power tools.

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