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Dukes and Duchesses

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hangout parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

Tips and Tricks for Creating a Tablescape

sponsored this post and the google hangout on air but all thoughts and opinions are my own. Setting a table for a party or dinner is one of my favorite things.  I love , planning a centerpiece, and gathering up items that will add a bit of fun to the table.  While I’m no expert, […]


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housekeeping · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Catch Fruit Flies

While I love all the fresh fruit that comes with summer, the fruit flies that sometimes come with too-ripe fruit are so gross.  Having little bugs flying through the kitchen, landing in the food, just makes me cringe.  I’ve experimented with a few different techniques for catching them and this method is definitely the most effective. […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Savory Honey Almond Snacks

Triscuit sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine. Since I was young, I’ve loved Triscuit crackers. Whether topped or plain, they’re a favorite snack in our house. These savory honey almond snacks, made with Triscuit crackers, are my new savory treat of choice. A mix of sweet and salty, they quickly […]


creative projects inspiration · Written by Randi Dukes

21 DIY Tassel Projects

It might be because I love yarn and fibers and bright colors all wrapped up in one but I’m smitten with tassels.  I think they’re fabulous just hanging from the switch of a lamp or adorning the corners of a pillow but when they’re taken to the next level in a fabulous DIY project, I […]


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building · Written by Randi Dukes

Summer Fun with the RYOBI Party Station

This post is sponsored by RYOBI; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Summer is party season.  We invite friends over, grill a pile of burgers and hot dogs, and spend hours swimming and splashing in the pool.  And I often add something new to our pool space in the summer months.  One year […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

The Best Barbecue Chicken Cobb Salad

One of our favorite summer meals {that we actually eat all year round} is barbecue chicken cobb salad.  It’s quick and easy to throw together, looks amazing, and is so flavorful that it doesn’t even need salad dressing. To make it, place 6-8 chicken breasts in the crockpot and cover them with a bottle of […]


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creative projects repurposed · Written by Randi Dukes

Repurposed Globe Cloche

Summer entertaining is the best but this year we’ve had so much rain that the mosquitoes and flies are awful.  When eating outside, food has to be covered to keep the nasty bugs away and I came up with a fun solution: a repurposed globe cloche.  I love the way it turned out and can’t […]


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creative projects parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

Paper Cone Snack Station

Disclosure: I’m proud to partner with CVS/pharmacy for the “Make It a Healthier Summer” campaign. I am being sponsored by CVS/pharmacy for my posts and activities, but all opinions expressed are my own, and all product claims or program details shared should be verified at CVS.com or with the appropriate manufacturers. One of the things […]


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Fourth of July parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

S’Mores Bar for the 4th of July

When I think of summer, two things instantly come to mind: the 4th of July and s’mores.  Both are highlights of the season and favorites in our family.  And I’ve now combined them to create a red, white, and blue patriotic s’mores bar that’s perfect for the 4th of July! S’mores are always fun and so […]


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creative projects Silhouette technology · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Customize a Tablet

#spon: I’m required to disclose a relationship between my site and Intel. This could include Intel providing me with content, product, access or other forms of payment. Summer break is almost here {can you hear me cheering?} and my Intel 2 in 1 ASUS Transformer Book T100 Chi {affiliate link} is about to become my […]


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creative projects Disney travel · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Disney Autograph Books

Our family vacation this year is to Disney World.  We’re biting the bullet, opening the wallet, and taking all five kids to Disney.  The last time we went {when we only had two kids and they were really young} our homemade Disney autograph books were one of our favorite souvenirs.  I decided to make them […]


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printable · Written by Randi Dukes

Summer Fun Basket {with a Printable}

Are your kids almost out of school for summer?  This is our final week and then all five of my kids will be on summer break.  And I might be more excited than they are!  I’m literally counting down the days and, to celebrate the start of summer, on Friday they’ll receive this summer fun […]


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monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up May

The only great thing about May being nearly over is that it means our school year is also almost over … and I’m so ready for summer break!  I’m ready for a decrease in the schedules, later mornings, and vacation!  But before we dive headfirst into summer, let’s take a peak at the fun that […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Vietnamese Coffee Popsicles

One of my favorite summer drinks {and one of the most popular recipes on my site} is vietnamese iced coffee.  I love the strong coffee flavor balanced with the creamy sweetness.  Just thinking about it makes my mouth water.  Since I also love popsicles in the summer {I know, I’m a big kid}, I decided […]


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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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