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monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up June

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Someone please slow down time.  I hate that the month of June is almost over.  I want the summer months to drift slowly by instead of flying like the wind.  Do you feel the same?  Since we can’t do much to slow down the days, I guess the only option is to make the most of every day.  For me, that means making time for creative projects.  This month at Dukes and Duchesses, like every other, was full of lots of projects and piles of recipes.  Let’s take a peek back at the top ten most popular posts in June.  These are the posts that you liked the most: the ones you read, pinned, and shared on social media {thank you so much!}.

In June, I built a simple rustic wood star candleholder that makes the perfect centerpiece for the fourth of July, Christmas, or any regular day …

rustic wood star candleholder

… shared a fresh herb bouquet picked from my garden {it’s the perfect summertime hostess gift} …

fresh herb bouquet hostess gift

… whipped up easy sangria fruit dip made with wine from a Texas winery …

sangria fruit dip

… showed you how to DIY a smart and secure home and use the Iris products for both convenience and security …

how to DIY a smart and secure home

… shared a recipe for a sheet pan shrimp boil that’s the best way to entertain this summer …

sheet pan shrimp boil

… made fireworks show fun bags full of goodies that will keep the kids entertained while they wait for the annual fourth of July fireworks show to begin …

fireworks show fun bags

… used backyard plants and herbs to make lavender and lavender mint simple syrups …

ender simple syrup and lavender mint simple syrup

… then used the lavender syrup to make a delicious, slightly sweet lavender latte …

lavender latte

… and used the lavender mint syrup to make a pitcher of lavender mint lemonade …

lavender mint lemonade

… and finally, I made a branded cork coffee cuff that adds a fun and slightly masculine touch to a cup of coffee {and makes a great guy gift!}.

branded cork coffee cuff

What did you make in July?  Share a photo on the Dukes and Duchesses facebook page!


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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

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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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