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Dukes and Duchesses

Dallas Fort Worth Creative Lifestyle Blogger

monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up February

parsley dog biscuit ingredients

It feels like we just wrapped up January {’cause we did … oops}, but it’s time to wrap up February too!  Let’s see what you all loved the most this month.  These are the top ten most viewed posts for February.  If you missed any details, click on the link to see the full post. […]


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altered junk creative projects in the garden repurposed thrifty treasures vintage · Written by Randi Dukes

Letterpress Drawer Vertical Succulent Garden

succulent vertical garden

I absolutely love the project I’m sharing today!  This letterpress drawer vertical succulent garden combines one of my favorite thrift store finds with one of my favorite trends and is adding such a warm touch to my mantel.  I’m debating whether I’ll add a few more succulents or whether I’ll hang it in a different […]


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creative projects homefront · Written by Randi Dukes

Wooden Button Trivet

wooden DIY trivet

Last fall, at Pinners Conference in Dallas, I bought a couple of boxes of weathered wooden buttons and this week I used four of the large buttons to create a farmhouse style wooden button trivet!  I love the simple look and it’s a great way to protect my counters and tables from hot food items. To […]


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creative projects Cricut · Written by Randi Dukes

Monogrammed Rubber Boots

monogram on rubber boots

I’m hoping for a really rainy spring season in Dallas this year because I can’t wait to wear my new DIY polka dot monogrammed rubber boots!  These polka dot boots were already so much fun the way they were but now, with the scripty monogram added to them, they’re my new favorite footwear! I ordered these […]


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building inspiration · Written by Randi Dukes

10 DIY Shelf Ideas for the Home

My house is really lacking shelf space and I’ve been thinking about building some shelves for a few different rooms to give us some added storage and display space.  I was inspired by these DIY shelf ideas {one of the ideas is actually mine and I still love how simple and affordable it is!} and thought […]


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monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up January

easy arm knit blanket

Oh my gosh, you guys.  I have no idea what happened to me this month.  For years, I’ve done a monthly wrap up of the most popular posts at the end of each month and this month I somehow forgot.  I almost skipped it but then decided I should stick with tradition.  So, here it is: […]


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creative projects Cricut · Written by Randi Dukes

No Sew Appliqued Pillow Made with the Cricut Explore Air 2

colorful appliqued pillow

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut and this post contains affiliate links. The opinions and text are all mine. I love pops of color in my home, handmade items, and toss pillows … and this week I combined all three in a colorful no sew appliqued pillow made with my Cricut […]


creative projects Cricut · Written by Randi Dukes

Tea Lovers Mug

This tea lovers mug post contains affiliate links. Sometimes the smallest, easiest projects are really the best, aren’t they?  Yesterday I was flipping through a Paper Source catalog when I saw the cutest cannister for holding tea.  It had some fun text on it and I instantly dug out my Cricut machine and made this tea lovers […]


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dogs in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Sweet Potato Parsley Dog Biscuits

sweet potato parsley dog biscuits

Does your dog have horrible breath?  My dog’s breath isn’t awful but my parents always have dogs with disastrous breath.  Did you know parsley can help?  In addition to all the great health benefits it has for dogs, it also has the benefit of helping with bad breath!  These sweet potato parsley dog biscuits will hopefully help […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Caramel Hazelnut Macchiato Coffee Recipe

caramel hazelnut macchiato coffee recipe

Coffee is right near the top of my list of favorites … and it’s definitely my favorite drink!  I love experimenting with different flavors and recipes and this caramel hazelnut macchiato coffee recipe was too good not to share!  I make mine using my espresso machine but if you don’t have an espresso machine, strongly […]


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creative projects Cricut · Written by Randi Dukes

Wood Veneer Floral Wreath Made with the Cricut Explore Air 2

wood veneer flowers cut with cricut

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut and this post contains affiliate links. The opinions and text are all mine. My mantel decor got switched up this week and I added a new wood veneer floral wreath that I made with my Cricut Explore Air 2!  One of the reasons […]


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inspiration thrifty treasures · Written by Randi Dukes

17 Ways to Repurpose Frames

repurposed thrift store frames

Thrift stores are full of old frames, most of them full of nasty old paintings or dated wall art.  I usually walk right by them and hardly stop to look but I’ll be viewing those frames a lot differently after finding all these amazing ways to repurpose frames!  From jewelry organizers to terrariums, you can […]


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building creative projects parties/entertaining repurposed · Written by Randi Dukes

Upcycled DIY Cake Stand

easy DIY cake stand

When I made my DIY repurposed bench out of my old kitchen table, I had one whole table leg left and part of three others.  I couldn’t bear to throw them away and this week I used one piece to make an upcycled DIY cake stand! This upcycled cake stand is SO easy to make. […]


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printable Valentine's Day · Written by Randi Dukes

Bacon Valentine’s Day Printable

bacon valentine printable

Bacon is all the rage these days and I love all the bacon flavored goodies you can find.  There’s bacon soda, bacon popcorn, bacon gum, bacon hot chocolate, bacon candy bars {affiliate links}  … it’s like a scene from Forrest Gump.  Well now, there are bacon valentines too!  Go buy your favorite bacon treat or […]


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randi dukes

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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