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Dukes and Duchesses

Dallas Fort Worth Creative Lifestyle Blogger

in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Hot Chocolate Cooling Cubes

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of International Delight. The opinions and text are all mine. I can’t tell you how excited I am that it’s November!  I love this time of year with the cooler weather and signs of the holiday season popping up everywhere.  During the winter months, hot chocolate […]


books creative projects parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

Hardware Store Napkin Rings

I was given a copy of DIY Rustic Modern Metal Crafts to review but all thoughts and opinions are my own. I had fun this week wandering through the aisles of the hardware store, finding small industrial items to repurpose.  These hardware store napkin rings were birthed out of that shopping trip and inspired by […]


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creative projects Silhouette Thanksgiving · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Gold Turkey Plates

Yesterday I shared a metallic Thanksgiving tablescape and today I want to show you how I made the simple DIY gold turkey plates used at each place setting.  They’re a quick and easy craft and they add a fun seasonal element to the table. To make these simple turkey plates, you’ll need salad-size clear plastic […]


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Thanksgiving · Written by Randi Dukes

A Metallic Thanksgiving Tablescape

I’m so happy it’s November because one of my very favorite holidays is coming up: Thanksgiving.  I love everything about Thanksgiving: family and friends gathering together, the Macy’s Day parade on TV, the smell of cider brewing on the stove, and delicious food being served at a gorgeous table.  Setting the Thanksgiving tablescape is one […]


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monthly wrap up TV · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up October

October has been a fun month at Dukes and Duchesses!  Along with all of the things I’ve been creating and sharing in this space, last week I flew out to L.A. for a couple of days to film a segment for FABLife, the daytime lifestyle show hosted by Tyra Banks, Joe Zee, Chrissy Teigen, Leah […]


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parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Print Photos from a Photo Booth

This is a sponsored post on behalf of HP and MomSelect.  All thoughts and opinions are my own. This week I hosted a little get-together.  Lots of ladies, teen daughters included, delicious snacks, and … a photo booth!  Yesterday I shared my tips for setting up a colorful photo booth and today I want to […]


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creative projects parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Make a Photo Booth Backdrop

Homemade photo booths are so popular but do you ever wonder what to use as a backdrop?  I’ve used sheets and blank walls but it’s so easy to make something festive and colorful to match the theme or color for your party.  Let me show you how to make a photo booth backdrop so your […]


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Halloween/Harvest · Written by Randi Dukes

A Last Minute Jessie Costume

After our trip to Disney World last summer, my youngest three kids are all about Toy Story.  Tate is really into Jessie and wanted to dress up as the feisty redhead for Halloween.  I pieced together a super simple Jessie costume that can easily be made at the last minute! To make the Jessie costume, […]


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Halloween/Harvest · Written by Randi Dukes

No-Sew Peter Pan Costume

It’s just a few days till Halloween and if any of you are panicking about not having costumes ready, I have a super simple costume idea that can be whipped up in less than an hour: a no-sew DIY Peter Pan costume!  With Pan recently hitting the theaters, I have a feeling we’ll be seeing […]


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Halloween/Harvest in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Sweet and Salty Snack Mix

sweet and salty snack mix

I shared a cute owl-themed Halloween printable this week and now I want to show you a fun way I used it in my own home … and the delicious sweet and salty snack mix that went along with it! I love combining sweet and salty flavors together and I like to create themed snacks […]


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Halloween/Harvest printable · Written by Randi Dukes

Happy H-owl-oween Printable

Do you like Halloween?  I like the fun, cute side of Halloween: trick or treating, dressing up, bags full of candy {lots and lots of candy}, and carved pumpkins.  I really don’t like the gruesome, scary side.  If you’re like me and you only want the cute, you’ll love this sweet little Halloween printable that’s all […]


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creative projects school · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Make a DIY Homecoming Mum

This DIY Homecoming mum tutorial was created as part of a sponsored post for OZARKA Brand.  All thoughts and opinions are my own. It’s Homecoming season in Texas which can only mean three things: Friday night lights, creative Homecoming proposals, and mums bigger than our state!  If you’ve got high school students preparing for Homecoming, I’ve […]


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dogs Halloween/Harvest · Written by Randi Dukes

A Simple DIY Turtle Costume for the Dog

This DIY turtle dog costume post written by me on behalf of Albertsons Safeway. The opinions and text are all mine.  This post contains affiliate links. Do you dress your pets up for Halloween?  I don’t always but I’ll be honest: there’s just something super cute about a sweet little pup getting all dressed up […]


Christmas creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

Wood Burned Cross Stitch Christmas Ornament

It feels a bit early to be thinking about Christmas ornaments but the holiday season will be here before we know it and I want you to be prepared {wink}!  I’ve joined with thirty other bloggers to bring you a handmade ornament every day this month.  Today, I’m sharing a tutorial for a wood burned […]


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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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