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Dukes and Duchesses

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housekeeping · Written by Randi Dukes

25+ Spring Cleaning Tutorials {Room by Room}

The weather is slowly warming up, the trees are in bud, flowers are beginning to pop through the ground, and it’s time for spring cleaning.  Put the kids to work over spring break with these 25+ spring cleaning tutorials {don’t tell the kids I recommended that!}.  You’ll find tips for every room to make cleaning […]


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creative projects Martha Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

My Bucket List

This is a product-provided, sponsored conversation that contains affiliate links. I received a full-sized bottle of Bufferin® Buffered Aspirin and the craft supplies for my own personal use. All opinions, text and experiences are my own. Do you have a bucket list?  A list of dreams that you’d like to accomplish in your lifetime?  I’ve […]


creative projects in the kitchen sports · Written by Randi Dukes

How to Make Basketball Gumballs

basketball gumballs

With another basketball season wrapping up for my two boys and March Madness viewing right around the corner, I’ve been pondering some fun and easy basketball ideas to celebrate.  If you’re thinking about the same things, let me show you how to make basketball gumballs that can be used as cupcake toppers or packaged up […]


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housekeeping printable · Written by Randi Dukes

Stain Removal Tips and Tricks {with a Printable}

Have you thought about spring cleaning yet?  The weather’s warming up in Texas and I’m on a spring cleaning kick.  Closets are getting reorganized, bathrooms have been scrubbed top to bottom, and my list of spring projects is getting longer and longer.  Even the kids have a new cleaning routine.  They may or may not […]


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housekeeping printable · Written by Randi Dukes

Homemade Laundry Detergent Printable

A year ago I re-shared my homemade laundry detergent recipe and it’s been a really popular post.  I still solely use that detergent.  I love the budget-friendly cost of making it and the detergent cleans our clothes really well. Rather than scribbling out the recipe on a piece of paper or running back to my site […]


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creative projects Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

Dr. Seuss Craft :: Quote on a Globe

dr seuss globe

Is there anyone in the world that doesn’t love Dr. Seuss?  His books just make me smile and I love reading them to my kids.  In honor of his upcoming birthday on March 2nd, I added a little simple Dr. Seuss decor to our gameroom. And I’m joining Craft Lightning for their Seuss Edition … […]


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housekeeping · Written by Randi Dukes

Cleaning Floors with the Swiffer Sweep & Trap

I was selected for this Swiffer Sweep & Trap opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.  This post contains affiliate links. With five kids and a dog, our home sees a lot of messes.  Big messes, small messes, and everything in between.  And […]


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creating with kids creative projects painting · Written by Randi Dukes

The Longest Picture Ever with Crayola #ColorfulCreations

longest picture ever

I am a member of the Collective Bias®  Social Fabric® Community.  The longest picture ever was created as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. #CollectiveBias Remember in the movie Ramona and Beezus when Ramona and her dad created “the longest picture ever”?  Well this weekend I sat down with all […]


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in the kitchen parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

The Jungle Book Movie Night #JungleFresh

I am a member of the Collective Bias®  Social Fabric® Community.  This Jungle Book movie night was created as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. #CollectiveBias A good movie plus delicious, healthy snacks plus family and friends equals the perfect recipe for fun.  This weekend we got our jungle on […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Vanilla Almond Coffee #DunkinMugUp

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Dunkin’ Donuts . The opinions and text are all mine. I love coffee.  Whether it’s a brewed pot of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee steaming in my orange owl mug or a delicious blended coffee drink, I love it. I don’t love posting pictures of myself but I […]


creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

Pinterest Party Inspiration

A few days ago I shared some chalkboard party decor and told you that I’d be hosting a Pinterest Party at Michaels tomorrow {I’ll be at the Lewisville, Texas location from 1-4 pm}.  I’m hoping that YOU are planning to join me for an afternoon of crafting! Every Michaels location will be hosting a Pinterest […]


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creative projects parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

5 Simple Ways to Create a Holiday Tablescape

Do you decorate your dinner table for the holidays?  Setting a pretty table is a great way to make a holiday feel special and to create special moments for your family.  And it doesn’t have to be difficult or even very fancy to feel special.  I have 5 simple ways to create a holiday tablescape. […]


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creative projects thrifty treasures vintage · Written by Randi Dukes

12 Ways to Repurpose an Old Soda Crate

repurposed soda crate

I love a good repurposed or upcycled project and today I’m sharing some ideas for something I love: old soda crates.  I’m always on the lookout for old crates at bargain prices {like my $2 Coke crate!}.  Do you love them too?  Then you’ll love these 12 ways to repurpose an old soda crate! Fabulous Ways […]


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creative projects Silhouette Valentine's Day · Written by Randi Dukes

Ring Pop Valentines

ring pop valentine

I know it’s almost Valentine’s Day but I’m sure there are a few of you out there that still have no idea what the kids are handing out on Friday, right? Well, I’ve got your back!  Grab some ring pops and make these super simple ring pop valentines! Ring pops {affiliate link} are really easy to […]


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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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