Friday, May 1, 2009

Activity Tickets and Wreath Birdbath

   I am always looking for great ideas to inspire my girls.  I don't want to bribe them, but I want them to see that when you work hard/do your best there are rewards.:)  Family Fun magazine created these fun activity tickets that you can print out.  Instead of choosing food/money rewards they suggest outdoor activities.  I know my girls will love this!  Some ideas are a round of mini golf, rock climbing wall trip, or an afternoon at their favorite playground.  Go to  FamilyFun.com/magazine for your tickets!

   Another idea from Family Fun!   This darling wreath bird bath!  I bought some grapevine wreaths (15 inch) after Christmas for 90% off.:)  We are so going to make this!

    I tried to find the instructions on the Family Fun magazine website, but had no luck...  If you need help with directions, just let me know...Lori   toosillysisters@cox.net


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20 comments:

  1. DarleneMay 1, 2009 at 10:11 AM

    That birdbath is darling!!!! Those tickets are a great idea! I got the book Jade Green from the library the other day. Lexi is going to start reading it today.

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  2. mysteryhistorymomMay 1, 2009 at 10:18 AM

    Darlene- Jade Green is good, but creepy!! We are going to try and finish it today. Let me know what Lexi thinks!:) Lori

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  3. TristanMay 1, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    ah! that looks sooo cool!!

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  4. Lindsay-annMay 1, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    Hi Lori
    The fun activity tickets are a great idea. Tim does something similar with his class. When they are good they get points and when they get enough points they get 'golden time' which is a fun activity that they help to choose. This week he played baseball with them!
    I love the bird bath wreath. What a lovely and unusual idea. I would like to make some of those.
    Have a great weekend.
    Lindsay

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  5. theUngourmetMay 1, 2009 at 11:05 AM

    I would love to make this with my kids! So cute!

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  6. JillMay 1, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    LOVE the birdbath!!! OHHH the possibilities!!!- maybe paint them fun colors and use a bunch of pretty ribbons/fabric to tie it up!!! - off to attempt it!
    Blessings!

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  7. AnonymousMay 1, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    Stinkin adorable!

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  8. MicheleMay 1, 2009 at 11:27 AM

    Oh Lori ~ I love that birdbath...too cute! I wonder if it would hold up...we have some awesome wind storms in Wisconsin!

    Hugz,
    Michele

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  9. mysteryhistorymomMay 1, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    Jill- I LOVE the idea of using fabric and ribbons on the bird bath! If you do that, will you please post pictures?? Lori

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  10. www.AForestFrolic.typepad.comMay 1, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    Ooo, love that birdbath and love those tickets. Gotta do what ya gotta do sometimes, tee hee.

    Jamie :-)

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  11. AprilMay 1, 2009 at 12:03 PM

    When my girls were younger, I subscribed to Family Fun...love that magazine! It has some of the best ideas for family activities that I've seen anywhere! Love your cute birdbath!

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  12. jennykate77May 1, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    Both of those are really great ideas! I love the activity tickets that can be exchanged for some fun time w/ mom and/or dad! Those birdbaths are so cute...and they can hang in a tree! Love that!

    Hope you've had a great week!

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  13. Robin BeckMay 1, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    Love the birdbath, think i'll make one! :)

    The birds are going crazy in my cement birdbath out back and I was just thinnking this morning how I needed a simple one for the front of the house, this is perfect!

    Thanks Lor Lor!

    Robin~♥

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  14. JulieMay 1, 2009 at 2:17 PM

    Love the bird bath idea! I can't wait to make my own....I think it would also look great spray painted a cute color....Have a wonderful weekend..julie

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  15. Jen~ Lipstick and LaundryMay 1, 2009 at 2:33 PM

    That birdbath is super CUTE... I HEART it...

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  16. Polka Dot MoonMay 1, 2009 at 3:09 PM

    I just love the birdbath!! The tickets are a great idea too!! What fun :)

    (Giveaway starts today - come by :)

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  17. Robin BeckMay 1, 2009 at 3:09 PM

    BTW: How is Clara today? ;)

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  18. EliseMay 1, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    Oh cute birdbath idea!! Love it!!
    Elise

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  19. amy @ Life in Pink Hi-TopsMay 2, 2009 at 5:39 AM

    Love that birdbath! Oh, I saw some grapevines wreaths on sale somewhere.....

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  20. BethMay 3, 2009 at 7:30 AM

    It's not a bribe! If they complete the task it is a reward. Every day Lucy has to 'earn' visual stimulation (tv or computer time). If she does her work and chores then she can earn a ticket and redeem it right then and there or save up to use them for a longer time.

    Oh - and the birdbath is fabulous. I love Family Fun!

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