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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

for the birds


the kiddos and i made sweet bird treats today.






the recipe was halved and honey replaced corn syrup. we had a hard time getting the "cookies" out so we left the cutters on while they warmed in the oven, then placed them in the freezer for ease of removal.

three-year-old bubby also took photos of the bird treats with his camera, which i thought was super cute. then we watched beepers, tweeters and peckers (lol!) and did bird dances. fun day.=)
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22 comments:

  1. JuliaMarch 9, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Oh! I love these...how adorable. Sounds like a lovely way to spend a day. Lucky birds. :)

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  2. Jane @ Hard Work HomesteadMarch 9, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    You are going to have some really happy birds.

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  3. Lisa VigerMarch 9, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    These are so cute, Kelli! This would be perfect project to do with the grandkids!

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  4. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    A nice little project for kids. I love them and so will the birds!!! :)

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  5. VeganLisaMarch 9, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Awesome Kelli! A perfect post for this time of year. I think there are some hungry birds pretty happy that you've inspired us all with this idea.

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  6. Ashley MillerMarch 9, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    What a cute idea!! ♥ Love it!!!

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  7. Katie March 9, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Is it weird that I want to eat one of your bird treats?

    What a happy day! I can totally envision the fun you had.

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  8. Sense of Home KitchenMarch 9, 2011 at 11:22 PM

    I love the shapes. Very cute your 3 year old taking photos like mom.

    -Brenda

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  9. bittMarch 9, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    The birds in your hood are the luckiest ever!

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  10. Sasha@ BlyssfulhealthMarch 10, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Okay this is the cutest thing ever. My daughter will love this. I am going to have to make them. Only one problem...to much snow. Maybe in a couple of weeks. Love it.

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  11. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Sooo cute! I can't wait to make them with Alaina. xoxo

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  12. CosmicMarch 10, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    That's a excelent idea of yours using cute animal-shaped cookie cutters, Kelli, thanks for sharing!

    xoxox

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  13. LaurenMarch 10, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    What an adorable idea! I love birds!! I'm going to have to make these, great project!

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  14. kelliMarch 10, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    thanks, julia!

    jane, i didn't make these for my birds yet. there aren't many trees around so i just sprinkle the seeds on the lawn.

    lisa, they had a lot of fun mixing (and trying to taste) the batter!=)

    hi katrina! thanks for stopping by!=)

    veganlisa, the kids have birds hanging out in their yard all day, waiting for bread crusts. i think they'll enjoy these snacks more.=)

    thanks, ashley! i can't take full credit - i got the idea from the website i linked to for the recipe.=)

    kt - the kids were in agreeance.=)

    brenda - like his nanny.=) i don't have any kiddos of my own, yet...?=)

    bitt, =)

    sasha, wishing you warmer days!

    anony, she will love it.

    cosmic, thanks lovie!

    lauren, if you do i'd love to see pictures!=)

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  15. ClintMarch 10, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    There you go again with those creative juices! Lucky birds.

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  16. HiHoRosieMarch 10, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Too fun! Great idea to make these with the kiddos. You're making friends with the birdies - they'll be very happy. :)

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  17. NikkiMarch 10, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    So cute! I totally want to make these and dangle them outside my windows so Pixi can be entertained by the birdies! Also, HI!!! I'm catching up on everyone's blogs again after taking a blog hiatus all winter :)

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  18. kelliMarch 10, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    clint, i was inspired by another blogger.=)

    heidi, we watch the birdies every time i'm there, the kids, me, and oscar the cat. i wish i knew what kind they were. i refer to them as the black ones and the red ones. hehe.

    nikki! so happy you're here! i imagine pixi would be very entertained, but if she's anything like biggles was in her youth, she'll want to go out and catch 'em!

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  19. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    what a great idea

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  20. ElizabethMarch 11, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    That looks like so much fun!! Thanks for sharing this. Will have to look at your source of inspiration.
    Peace and Raw Health,
    Elizabeth

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  21. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Hi Lovely, This is such a great idea...Lucky Birds ♥
    MWAH

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  22. evergreenMarch 16, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    Love this idea!!!

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