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Dukes and Duchesses

Dallas Fort Worth Creative Lifestyle Blogger

in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Easy Blackened Chicken Taco Recipe

easy weeknight dinner idea

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. The opinions and text are all mine. #TysonBlackenedChickenStrip #CollectiveBias Taco Tuesday is a pretty popular idea, but at our house, any day can be taco day!  Here in the South, tacos are a way of life and I love coming up with […]


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creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Vapor Shower Melts

vapor shower melts for colds and allergies

This post is sponsored by and SHE Media. Summer feels long gone now that the kids are back in school and our days are filled once again with homework, sports, and the increased pace of life during the school year.  I can’t help thinking that the start of school also means that cold and flu […]


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creative projects Cricut · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Use Cricut Infusible Ink

cricut infusible ink mermaid shirt

This infusible ink post contains affiliate links. Have you tried Infusible Ink from Cricut yet? It’s such an amazing new product, gets results unlike anything Cricut has created in the past, and gives projects an entirely different, unique look.  I made a cute little mermaid shirt for Tate and I wanted to show you how […]


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creative projects Cricut · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Cactus Shoes Made with the Cricut EasyPress Mini

DIY embellished cactus tennis shoes

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.  This post contains affiliate links.   If you love the cactus trend as much as I do, you have to check out this fun idea: DIY cactus shoes made with the Cricut EasyPress Mini!  I’m so […]


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parties::birthday printable · Written by Randi Dukes

Printable Watermelon Party Favor Tags

thanks a melon printable tags for party favors

This printable watermelon party favor tags post contains affiliate links. Did you see the red and green watermelon party ideas I shared after my daughter’s tenth birthday?  I added a few creative details {like DIY watermelon glasses} to personalize the party, and I made these printable watermelon party favor tags that we attached to bags […]


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inspiration · Written by Randi Dukes

18 Ways to Upcycle Flannel Shirts

upcycled flannel shirt ideas

Fall and flannel go hand in hand, don’t they?  I love the cozy feeling of flannel {flannel pajamas in the winter are the best!} and I love the look of plaids and flannels in home decor during the cooler months.  Adding flannel touches is easy, especially when you upcycle old flannel shirts.  Whether you hit […]


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Cricut parties::birthday · Written by Randi Dukes

Watermelon Party Ideas

watermelon party

This watermelon party ideas post contains affiliate links. My youngest daughter just celebrated her tenth birthday which means all five of my kids are officially in the double digits!  Tate has a thing for watermelon right now so we celebrated with a watermelon spa party at home.  I added a few creative ideas {my favorite […]


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dogs in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Easy Banana Dog Donuts Treat Recipe

dog donuts treat recipe

This dog donuts treat recipe post contains affiliate links. I’ve baked piles and piles of homemade dog biscuits for my pups over the years but I decided to make a different dog treat this time around.  This easy banana dog donuts treat recipe has just a few ingredients {some that you likely already have around […]


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fall homefront inspiration · Written by Randi Dukes

20 Upcycled Fall Wreath Ideas

The thing I love about wreaths is that you can transform almost any item into a wreath, whether you use that item as the body of the wreath or add it as part of the decoration.  All it takes is a little creativity, a trip to the thrift store, and a glue gun to come […]


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homefront · Written by Randi Dukes

Girl’s Room Makeover

pom pom garland

This girl’s room makeover was sponsored by Rooms To Go.  All thoughts and opinions are my own. My youngest daughter is the youngest of five kids.  That means she has always either shared a room or had her own room full of mismatched, hand-me-down furniture.  I love a good hand-me-down and I’m all about vintage, […]


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Halloween/Harvest inspiration · Written by Randi Dukes

27 Upcycled Pumpkin Ideas

DIY pumpkin pillow

This season is my absolute favorite and fall combined with repurposing is a total win in my eyes.  There’s virtually nothing that can’t be turned into a pumpkin with a little imagination and creativity!  Check out these fun and inspirational upcycled pumpkin ideas {click on the links below for all the details for each project} […]


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travel · Written by Randi Dukes

White Sands National Monument and Park {What You Need To Know}

visiting white sands national monument in new mexico

Last summer, four of my kids and I visited White Sands National Monument, which was just designated an official national park in December 2019.  It’s located just a few miles outside of Alamogordo, New Mexico and is an incredible, never-forget, kind of experience!  It was one of the stops on our Grand Canyon road trip […]


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Cricut Thanksgiving · Written by Randi Dukes

DIY Thanksgiving Tablescape Ideas

thanksgiving tablescape crafts

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. This post contains affiliate links.   Now that September is here, I’m in full fall mode, at least mentally.  This Texas weather isn’t helping me embrace fall like I’d like to but I’m ready to pull […]


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homefront painting · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Paint a Tile Fireplace

navy painted tile fireplace

This post was created in collaboration with Jolie Paint.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  This post contains affiliate links. I love color {and lots of it} and my general rule of thumb is if it’s beige it’s getting painted {wink}.  It doesn’t apply to everything but I do love bold, vibrant colors throughout […]


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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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