Dukes and Duchesses

Dallas Fort Worth Creative Lifestyle Blogger

in the kitchen Thanksgiving · Written by Randi Dukes

Pumpkin Cheesecake Galette

I’ve been in full pumpkin mode lately, prepping and planning for Thanksgiving {my favorite holiday!}, and trying a few new recipes that stray from the standard pumpkin pie.  I’ve already shared two new pie recipes – a no bake pumpkin pie with rice krispies treat crust and maple pumpkin pie with chocolate maple bacon crust […]

homefront · Written by Randi Dukes

Modsy Home Design Solution

This post was sponsored by . All thoughts and opinions are my own. Have you ever wished you could hire a designer to consult with you on decorating your home?  I’ve had that thought numerous times in the last few months and I found the coolest solution: an online design session with , a personalized […]

creative projects homefront · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Dip Dyed Lampshade

This DIY dip dyed lampshade post contains affiliate links. I’ve been working on a few small projects around the house, trying to unpack the few remaining boxes in the garage.  Since I moved a year ago I think it’s definitely time {wink}!  I finished making a table for the corner of my gathering room {I’ll […]

knitting · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Jumbo Knitting Needles

This DIY jumbo knitting needles post contains affiliate links. Do you love the big bulky knit throws?  I’m absolutely smitten with them!  I made a bulky arm knit blanket a while ago and I really like it but the stitches are loose on it and I really like the look of the bulky blankets with […]

Halloween/Harvest · Written by Randi Dukes

Prick or Treat Halloween Cactus Gift Idea

This cactus gift idea post contains affiliate links. I have a special treat today if you’re looking for some Halloween craft ideas!  I’m teaming up with some of my favorite bloggers for a fun Halloween craft blog tour.  If you’re visiting from Sugar Bee Crafts, welcome!  I’m so glad you’re here!  I hope you’ll pull […]

parties::birthday parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

Donut Bobbing Party Game

One of my favorite party activities for all ages is the donut bobbing party game!  Little kids love it, tweens think it’s hilarious, and teens love to show they can conquer it!  It takes little preparation, has a relatively low cost, and you can customize it for any party … which makes it a total […]

creative projects Cricut Halloween/Harvest · Written by Randi Dukes

Halloween Pumpkin Fizzing Bath Bombs

This Halloween pumpkin fizzing bath bombs post contains affiliate links. My girls just love bath bombs.  My middle daughter has quite the collection of fun shapes and fabulous scents and this past weekend we decided to try making our own.  While homemade bath bombs require a few special ingredients, everything needed can easily be found […]

homefront · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Create a Home That Suits Your Personality

This post is sponsored by ; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own.  This post contains affiliate links. Do you love to look at inspiring photos on pinterest and instagram?  Are you always on a quest to incorporate more of your style and personality into the spaces around you?  I have a few tips on how […]

monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up September

Happy October, friends!  One of my very favorite quotes is by L.M. Montgomery: I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.  So, so true.  Big fat pumpkins, colorful fall foliage, hot apple cider … the very essence of October.  And we’re officially into the fall season and the start of the […]

in the kitchen sports · Written by Randi Dukes

Football Tailgate Chocolate Bark

This football tailgate chocolate bark post contains affiliate links. I hear it’s football season {wink} and while I may not be the biggest fan of watching the sport, I do love a good tailgate party!  And I’m always a fan of themed food, no matter what the occasion.  This football tailgate chocolate bark is not […]

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