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Dukes and Duchesses

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in the kitchen travel · Written by Randi Dukes

Recipes by Sandra Lee

Recipes by sandra lee

This week we received an electronic media kit with photos taken by the professional photographers at the Sandra Lee event.  I thought it would be fun to share a few more photos as well as two recipes from our luncheon {both delicious and perfect for summer entertaining}. This is the official red carpet photo with […]


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creative projects Tate · Written by Randi Dukes

A Very Hungry Caterpillar Hair Clip

A very hungry caterpillar hair clip

I made Tate a caterpillar clip to wear to her Very Hungry Caterpillar playdate this week.  I was inspired by this, but changed it a bit to fit our theme. I love projects like this.  It took less than ten minutes to make and I used supplies that I already had.  Cheap and cute. I […]


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parties/entertaining playgroup · Written by Randi Dukes

Very Hungry Caterpillar Playdate Party

very hungry caterpillar balloon decoration

You know I love a good themed party.  Well, I also love a themed playdate.  It’s a fun way to try some cute ideas without the pressure of the all-out entertainment or perfection required at a party.  I’ve seen a lot of cute ideas using The Very Hungry Caterpillar book and I thought a very […]


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random holidays · Written by Randi Dukes

Washi Tape May Day Baskets

Washi tape may day baskets

Happy May Day!  Did you give or receive any flowers today? I love the tradition of placing May Day baskets on our neighbor’s door handles.  This year I kept it really simple and placed flowers in washi-tape-wrapped paper bags. To make the bags with handles, I took a plain brown lunch bag and traced around […]


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monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up April

I feel like I blinked and April was gone.  You too? In case you missed some posts, here are a few highlights. In April, I did a mini-makeover in Kennedy’s bathroom, made a duct tape belt, baked some delicious cookies, popped some stovetop kettle corn, hosted a Keurig Vue House Party, whipped up some duct […]


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travel · Written by Randi Dukes

Sandra’s Summer Carnival

Are you ready to hear all about the Summer Carnival?  I’ll warn you, it’s picture heavy.  And this is only a fraction of what I actually took.  But it was a seriously picture-worthy event … you’ll see what I mean. I had an amazing time and I’m so thankful I had this opportunity.  I’ve never […]


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travel · Written by Randi Dukes

Sandra’s Summer Carnival in New York

Sandra’s summer carnival in new york

In the last twenty-four hours, a super fun opportunity dropped in my lap. You all know who Sandra Lee is, right?  When I think of Sandra Lee, I think of coordinating tablescapes, themed gatherings, semi-homemade food, and fun cocktails. Well now she’s also launching an exclusive collection of home products, Sandra by Sandra Lee.  The […]


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altered junk creative projects painting repurposed thrifty treasures vintage · Written by Randi Dukes

A Cabinet Door Tray

upcycled cabinet door tray

Our family room coffee table has a new cabinet door tray made from an old cabinet door.  Kind of fun, kind of colorful, kind of eclectic.  Not bad for an old cabinet door and a couple of handles,  huh?  And very little effort. Knowing I wanted to do this project, I found an old cabinet […]


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creating with kids Earth's Best painting review Tate · Written by Randi Dukes

Bathtub Paints with Earth’s Best

Bathtub paints with earth’s best

While I was using the treadmill one day this week, Tate did a little product experimentation with her hair. Yikes! Since a daytime bath was in order, I decided to jazz it up a bit with some bathtub paints. We’ve made bathtub paints before but this time I made them even simpler. I used an […]


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altered junk homefront repurposed thrifty treasures vintage · Written by Randi Dukes

A Vintage Ladder Towel Rack

towel rack by pool

If you read this blog regularly, you’ll know that I love a good dumpster diving treasure.  My chairs, the vintage wagon, and the dollhouse shelf are all favorite finds.  So when Kennedy came home this weekend and let me know that a vintage ladder was in a neighbor’s trash, I hopped in the car {dragging […]


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creative projects duct tape · Written by Randi Dukes

Duct Tape Pocket

DIY duct tape pocket

I’ve been inspired by the beautiful new line of Duck Brand Duck Tape to come up with some fun projects and this simple, colorful duct tape pocket is my latest little project!  It’s perfect for all those trinkets that kids love as well as a great way to wrap a small gift or gift card. […]


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creative projects homefront · Written by Randi Dukes

You’ve Got Mail

You’ve got mail

Remember our little playhouse?  Tate has hit an age where she really loves to play in it.  The three younger kids will all play in there, digging away in the dirt floor.  One day I’m certain I’ll go in and they’ll have dug a tunnel halfway through the neighborhood. I love adding fun little touches […]


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homefront knitting · Written by Randi Dukes

A Knit Pillow Cover

A knit pillow cover

I shared this knit pillow at The CSI Project last week and thought I’d repost it here for those that missed it. This project is obviously designed for knitters but could easily be converted to a crocheted project.  If knitting and crocheting aren’t for you, try taking an old sweater and converting it to a […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Homemade Kettle Corn

kettle corn

We’ve become a bit addicted to this new popcorn recipe and I had to share it with you: homemade kettle corn made on the stovetop.  It’s quick and easy to make and so delicious!  I still love our simple microwave version but this one tastes much more like the sweet and salty kettle corn you […]


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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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