The elf is back, there’s no hiding from it. Unless, of course, you’re steering clear of the festive tradition – but if you clicked on this article, our guess is that’s not the case.
Elf on the Shelf is an annual tradition for kids that require parents to move an elf around different parts of the house throughout December (find out the full story behind it in our ultimate guide). Many go all out and put their elf in weird and wonderful scenarios, but it doesn’t have to be that time-consuming.
If you need a helping hand to get creative, we’re here to make things easier. At the beginning of each week in December, we’ll share seven ideas you can use for that coming week.
Let’s get cracking. Related... 10 Things You Might Not Know About The Making Of Elf On The Shelf 1. Toasty elfOkay so you waste a piece of bread, but this is an easy win for week one! View this post on InstagramA post shared by Angie Lavon (@what_a_dame_42) on Dec 3, 2018 at 3:35am PST2. Chatty elfNo fuss here, just an elf on the phone – prop it up next to your mobile phone if that’s easier. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Mandel Public Library (@mandelpubliclibrary) on Nov 27, 2019 at 8:30am PST3. Smelly elfFor the kids who love a bit of toilet humour. View this post on InstagramA post shared by 🌞JESS!CA🌞 (@jessieg316) on Nov 27, 2019 at 10:23pm PST4. Trouble elfPerhaps one that’ll take a little longer (and maybe for the older kids). You’ll need: masking tape, a few figurines, and a set-up by the oven. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Robin (@leonesse8) on Nov 27, 2019 at 5:10am PST5. Messy elfGrab a few
Christmas decorations and some flour, and make your elf’s very own “snow” angel. View this post on InstagramA post shared by scout elf support team (@scout_elf_support_team) on Nov 27, 2019 at 6:57am PST6. Bookshelf elfHere’s an easy one – prop it up on the bookshelf alongside the Elf on the Shelf book. View this post on InstagramA post shared by CARLY FITZGERALD (@carlyfitzgerald23) on Nov 27, 2019 at 6:37am PST7. Surprise elf“It’s me!” Grab an old cardboard box and get your elf bursting out to say hello. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Corine Wehe (@corinew) on Nov 28, 2019 at 11:09pm PSTNeed more ideas? Head to our Elf on the Shelf ideas page to find some inspiration. Related... 7 Elf On The Shelf Ideas For Christmas Eve Like It Or Loathe It, Elf On The Shelf Is Back. But It Won't Cost You As Much This Christmas 10 Elf On The Shelf Ideas That Are Far Too Much Effort