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monthly wrap up · Written by Randi Dukes

Wrapping Up May

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School’s ending this week, summer is about to be welcomed with wide open arms, and another month has come to a quick end.  It was a great spring month, full of fun projects and ideas.  I hope you had the same kind of month wherever you are!  I’d love to see what you’ve been creating … leave a photo or a comment on the Dukes and Duchesses facebook page!  Now let’s take a quick peek back at what you loved at Dukes and Duchesses in the month of May.  These are the projects you viewed the most.  Thanks for pinning and sharing … I appreciate it so much!

In May, I shared my colorful backyard makeover that includes shades of blue with pops of natural greenery, flowering pots, and fresh herbs …

colorful backyard makeover

… I upcycled an old thrifted jumbo muffin tin into a quaint little herb garden …

muffin tin herb garden

… rounded up 10 creative DIY string light ideas that are perfect indoors or out …

10 DIY string light ideas

… made a simple paper punched vase that showcases flowers in style …

paper punched vase

… added a DIY bike vase full of lavender to my daughter’s bike handlebars …

DIY bike vase

… painted old stumps to create DIY log stools that are perfect for outdoor seating {and look great around my firepit, nestled among the upturned flower pot stools} …

DIY log stools

… made dip dyed towels to add a little color to swimming season at the pool or the beach …

dip dyed towels

… embellished striped store bought drink holders for the fourth of July …

fourth of july drink holders

… planted a back yard pizza garden and added a cute repurposed cutting board sign …

pizza garden in a container

… and whipped up a batch of easy blender salsa that will quickly become a summer staple!  Bring on the tortilla chips!

easy blender salsa

See you all in June for more creative fun and inspiration!


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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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