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Dukes and Duchesses

Dallas Fort Worth Creative Lifestyle Blogger

housekeeping social spark · Written by Randi Dukes

Holiday Entertaining :: 5 Must-Vacuum Spots You Don’t Want to Miss

holiday cleaning

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of BISSELL Homecare, Inc.. All opinions are 100% mine. It’s October!  And you know what that means, right?  Holiday entertaining for the next three months straight!  Halloween parties, Thanksgiving Dinner, Christmas celebrations, and New Year’s gatherings means I’ll do lots of holiday entertaining and consequently, […]


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Halloween/Harvest · Written by Randi Dukes

10 {Adorable} DIY Halloween Costumes

diy halloween costumes

I love DIY Halloween costumes!  I have a Pinterest board full of cute costumes and during September and October, I constantly brainstorm ideas for unique costumes for my kiddos.  Today I’m sharing 10 truly adorable costumes {ahem, some of them may be mine!} that will have you reaching for your pin button. These Gator Boys costumes {from […]


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monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up September

dukes and duchesses

It’s already the end of September! Is time flying by as quickly for you as it is for me? It’s time to take a peek back at some of my favorite creative projects from the month. In September, I threw together a simple but colorful fall vignette, hung a painted chalkboard door in the kitchen, […]


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homefront nature/seasons vintage · Written by Randi Dukes

A Fall Vignette

fall vignette

I’ve done very little fall decorating {ahem, none} so far but I did throw together a quick fall vignette in my dining room this weekend.  I grabbed some natural elements from the outdoors and mixed them with a few vintage touches.  We finally got some cooler fall weather and it inspired me to bring the […]


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dogs in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

The Best Recipes for Homemade Dog Treats

sweet potato parsley dog biscuits

I love to make homemade dog treats for all the dogs in my life – my own pup, other dogs in the extended family, and dogs belonging to neighbors. It’s a tradition that I love and if the begging and wagging tails are any indication, so do the dogs {smile}!  If you love to spoil […]


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in the kitchen sports · Written by Randi Dukes

Football Food :: Buffalo Chicken Sliders

tailgating recipes

This delicious football food was created as a sponsored post for Collective Bias® #cbias. Wanna know a little secret?  I’m not really into watching football.  But since I love a good themed gathering, I really love the tailgating and football snacks that go along with the sport.  And I have a few major sports fans […]


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creative projects Halloween/Harvest in the kitchen Silhouette · Written by Randi Dukes

Push Pop Pumpkin {with Candy Corn Snack Mix}

push pop pumpkin

I’m so excited to be taking part in a Halloween Blog Hop today with some amazing bloggers and I’m sharing this simple Halloween treat: a push pop pumpkin just perfect for a Halloween party.  And it’s so simple to make! I started with a black faux pumpkin {you can find them at most craft stores this time […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Rosemary Bread {with Balsamic Rosemary Dipping Sauce}

rosemary bread

Fall is the perfect season for meals served with freshly baked warm bread, isn’t it? As soon as September arrives, I start craving large pots of soups and chowders.  This rosemary bread, made in the bread machine and served with balsamic rosemary dipping sauce, is savory goodness just perfect for serving alongside a fall meal. […]


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in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

14+ Hot Cider Recipes

This cider recipe post contains affiliate links. Earlier this week I shared a fun entertaining idea for a hot apple cider bar {this party idea is simple to set up and perfect for the cool fall and winter months … you can even host it outdoors if your weather will cooperate} and today I’ve collected a […]


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Halloween/Harvest in the kitchen · Written by Randi Dukes

Jack O’Lantern Koolaid Slushies

koolaid slushies

We’re in the mood for a little fall fun around here but since our Texas weather isn’t cooperating with the calendar, I made the kids a warm weather fall treat: orange jack o’lantern koolaid slushies.  A little vinyl on clear disposable glasses makes this fall treat a bit more fun but the koolaid slush alone is […]


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in the kitchen parties/entertaining · Written by Randi Dukes

Hot Apple Cider Bar

hot apple cider bar

One of my favorite things to drink during the cool fall months is a steaming cup of hot apple cider so what better way to entertain friends than to set up a simple hot apple cider bar?  Guests can serve themselves a mug of cider and add their own flavor combinations for the perfect custom […]


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creative projects inspiration thrifty treasures vintage · Written by Randi Dukes

10 Ways to Repurpose Old Chairs

10 ways to repurpose chairs

It’s time for another monthly repurposing post. This month I dug up 10 ways to repurpose old chairs!  Chairs are easy to come by {I often see old chairs along the curb on garbage day} so many of these ideas would be simple to replicate. Easy and Unique Ways to Upcycle Old Chairs An old […]


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creative projects duct tape · Written by Randi Dukes

Picking with Capri Sun Big Pouch

american pickers

This is a sponsored post for Collective Bias® #cbias. We drink a lot of juice boxes in our house but my teens need something a bit more substantial than the average juice box.  The Capri Sun Big Pouch {found at Walmart} is perfect!  It’s big enough to quench their thirst and the flavors are delicious. Capri […]


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housekeeping social spark · Written by Randi Dukes

Preparing for Holiday Entertaining

holiday entertaining

This post brought to you by BISSELL Homecare, Inc.. All opinions are 100% mine. Once fall arrives, I mentally go into holiday mode.  I start thinking about the holiday entertaining I’ll do, the guests I’ll have over, and the festivities of the season. This year I’ll be hosting Thanksgiving for 16-20 guests and I’ve already […]


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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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