Dukes and Duchesses

Dallas Fort Worth Creative Lifestyle Blogger

creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

25 Monogrammed DIY Projects

I wasn’t born in the South but I’ve lived here for quite some time and I appreciate a monogram as much as the next sweet tea-sipping, neck-hugging, Southern girl.  A monogram is just the perfect way to personalize an item and make it special.  I gathered up 25 monogrammed DIY projects to inspire you.  Go […]

in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Cheesy Sausage Balls

I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. These cheesy sausage balls are part of a sponsored post for Collective Bias® and its client. #CollectiveBias Giving my kids a delicious, protein-rich breakfast is important to me before they head off for a long day of school but it’s sometimes difficult to find something quick […]

creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

A Glitter Wood Grain Faux Finish {and a Giveaway}

I received free product in order to share this project but all opinions are my own. I have something fun to share with you today: Mod Podge Rocks! Peel and Stick Stencils.  And let me tell you, they might just rock your world {sorry, I couldn’t resist the pun}.  Check out the glitter wood grain […]

creative projects duct tape organization Valentine's Day · Written by Randi Dukes

A Woven Duck Tape® Basket

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Duck Brand provided by ShurTech Brands, LLC for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. I love playing and creating with Duck Tape® and I’m always inspired by the holiday and seasonal tapes that I see.  This woven Duck Tape® basket is a fun and easy way to add […]

creative projects · Written by Randi Dukes

A DIY Personalized Storytelling Locket

Have you seen the fun personalized lockets from Origami Owl?  I love that they tell a story about life but I don’t love the price.  I decided it might be fun to make a DIY version of a personalized storytelling locket. I bought a few supplies at a couple of local craft stores: an empty […]

creative projects sewing Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

Favorite Places Tea Towel

This week we celebrated the birthday of a special friend and I have to share the quick little gift that I made: a favorite places tea towel.  This idea could obviously be adapted for any country, state, or special place and it’s so simple to whip up! To make this tea towel, you’ll need a […]

monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up January

It’s the last day of January and it’s time for the monthly wrap-up, a review of some of the month’s most popular posts.  To keep up with my daily posts as they happen, be sure to follow Dukes and Duchesses on facebook, twitter, and google plus.  And if you just want to peek into regular […]

creative projects Valentine's Day · Written by Randi Dukes

10 Valentine’s Day Garlands

Making a garland is one of the easiest ways to quickly add some festive decor to your home … and the variety of garlands is endless.  I’ve collected 10 Valentine’s Day garlands to inspire you today! Straws aren’t just for drinking!  Join striped paper straws together to make a valentine heart garland. Run cut paper hearts through […]

homefront thrifty treasures vintage · Written by Randi Dukes

An Eclectic Vignette

Do you change your decor frequently?  I really don’t but I recently decided that the top of the painted dresser in my dining room needed some refreshing.  It’s now sporting an eclectic vignette that likely defies all of the rules of decorating but I love it. A friend recently gave me a box of beautiful […]

creative projects parties/entertaining Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

A Chip and Dip Station for Game Day

This chip and dip station is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™ and Rubbermaid and Sharpie but all opinions are my own.  This post contains affiliate links. Are you ready for some football?  My guys can’t wait for the big game since their favorite team is playing {hint: we’ll be […]

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