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Cute Pregnancy Announcement Ideas

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December 12, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Facebook, Instagram, Parenting, Pinterest, Social Media Leave a Comment

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Cute Pregnancy Announcement Ideas and Gender Reveal Photos. Pregnancy announcement ideas for Facebook, social media, grandma, husband, family, and more.

CUTE PREGNANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IDEAS

Man this post gave me baby fever! I think knowing we are done having babies made it particularly hard. As if doing this four times before wasn’t enough, there are many create ideas I wish to recreate. I figure I would fix my baby fever by offering you help with your creative Pregnancy Announcement Ideas.

I had my first baby then years ago and the most recent babies (twins) six months ago and wow have the ideas changed. With the evolution of Pinterest, pregnancy announcements are getting better and better! Wouldn’t you agree?

We have pregnancy announcements to surprise your spouse, make your audience laugh, reveal genders, and evict older siblings. Take a look at these adorable and easy announcements from parents who have nailed it before you!

Congrats!

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CREATIVE PREGNANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IDEAS

What’s one more? Shout it from a marquee like this Pregnancy Announcement Movie Poster. | Get design from Mulligan Design

Have a super hero? Well Every Super Hero Needs a Sidekick. This idea has a FREE Super Hero printable… to the next baby and beyond!| Infarrantly Creative

Cute ideas with a balloon. This particular photo is a Twin Pregnancy Announcement, but you could change that 2 to a 3 and it would be like adding a 3rd family member to your home! | Arrows and Apricots 

Speaking of balloons… Expecting a rainbow baby (a baby after an unexpected miscarriage)? We love this rainbow baby pregnancy announcement! | Cradeled in Love Birth Services seen HERE

Another cute way to announce a new baby. Have fun with this Magazine Cover Pregnancy Announcement. | Get design from Lyons Prints

Have a loved pet? You have to totally incorporate the dog! We love this Dog Pregnancy Announcement Idea. | Shared by our readers.

Baby might have been in nobody’s plan but God’s! Pick up a Best Oops Ever Onesie! | Corrine Turner Photography

Awe, sweet baby girl. She isn’t too excited over her Crib Eviction Notice. | Media Source

Eating for Two, Drinking for Two. Picmonkey would be a fun place to replicate these photos and add text. | Media Souce

Outnumbering our Parents! How precious are the curls on these two? | Corrine Turner Photography

Big Sister to Be! She has no idea what’s coming! | Media Lewandowski Photography

Swing Batter Batter! This is a fun gender reveal, grab a pink gender colored baseball  or blue gender reveal baseball. | Shared by our readers.

The Originals, the Remix, the Encore, the Mic Drop! This creative mom made her own signs but Etsy has some adorable Mic Drop Shirts for the un-crafty! | Shared by our readers.

We’re Prego… again!  Haha, love everyone’s face in this photo!| Shared by our readers.

Pink or Blue, either will do! Picmonkey would be a fun place to replicate these photos and add text. | Shared by our readers.

Grab some balloons, these two are Expected to Pop! | Media Souce

We’re spilling the beans, baby #2 is brewing. | Two Become Three

I wish I had seen this with our twin pregnancy. How funny is this Twins Toilet Pregnancy Announcement | Mother Hubbard Photography

This baby is Worth the Wait! Get a worth the wait onesie here. |  Melissa Manzione Photography

Create a Safety Pin Family  – grab various sized safety pins here. | Shared by our readers.

Not all babies come from the belly, some come from the heart! Growing in our hearts, we’re adopting! Download your photo overlay now! | Get design help from A + M Baby Botique

Announce your age with sidewalk chalk.  | Shared by our readers.

Our family is growing by two feet. | Shared by our readers.

This one is too funny and bound to become a future meme. Another Matching Outfit Coming Soon! | Shared by our readers.

Have each spouse share a description of the other – mom can turn around and share the surprise with dad – how sweet! | Shared by our readers.

Read up mom and dad! Get Dada by Jimmy Fallon and Mommy Loves You by P.K. Hallinan. | Melissa Manzione Photography

Toss on the shades, more shade is coming. Pick up baby shades here! | Shared by our readers.

We got one good apple, time for another!  This is excellent for fall. If you are making an announcement in spring, make it about a spring chicken hatching in fall!  | Shared by our readers.

Bump Ahead!  Look who’s expecting! |  Shared by our readers.

Homemade State Onesie (this one is Oregon!) We love how they photographed it in front of their home town.   You can find more of these for baby and you under homemade tees! |  Shared by our readers.

Baby  due date calendar.  Draw a heart around your due date! |  Shared by our readers.

I’m a big… Pick up your I’m a Big Brother or I’m a Big Sister book by Joanna Cole! | Shared by our readers.

Something’s brewing… | Shared by our readers.

We share a few other Pregnancy Announcement Ideas in our Tips for the First Trimester! Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these Gender Reveal Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy these Monthly Baby Photo Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Once baby comes, enjoy these Tips for a Newborn – AKA the Fourth Trimester. Pin to Pinterest.

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FoodSaver PowerVac Vacuum Sealer

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The FoodSaver VS0150 PowerVac Compact Vacuum Sealing Machine keeps food fresh up to 5x longer in the freezer compared to ordinary storage methods, and also helps prevent freezer burn. This model features a modern, slim design and offers vertical storage to save valuable kitchen space while delivering the same great FoodSaver performance. It offers 2 custom settings—Moist and Dry—for the perfect seal no matter what type of food you’re working with, and is compatible with all other FoodSaver accessories, (sold separately). It comes with FoodSaver bags and rolls to get you started: one 11″ x 8′ roll, 3 quart-sized vacuum seal bags, and 2 gallon-sized vacuum seal bags.

You can get it for just $59.98 in your choice of black or white (was $89.99)!

This sale price was accurate as of 12/12/2021 2:10 PM ET. Amazon prices are subject to change.

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Save on Royal Dansk Danish Butter Cookies

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Pay only $5.89 for a big 24-ounce tin of Royal Dansk Danish Butter Cookies when you clip the 20% off coupon and check out with Subscribe & Save. Even better, if you have 5 or more subscriptions in the same month, your price will drop to $5.52!

Gift your friend or family member with a treat they appreciate. The Royal Dansk brand is famous for its rich recipes and quality ingredients and this tin filled with Danish Butter Cookies is a crowd pleaser with 5 varieties of deliciousness.

With Amazon Subscribe & Save, you can cancel your subscription any time before or after the first shipment.

This sale price was accurate as of 12/12/2021 2:00 PM ET. Amazon prices are subject to change.

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Quick & Easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Kids

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As a busy, exhausted mom, you can still have amazing ideas for your Elf doll and use quick and easy elf ideas that don’t bring more holiday stress. Enjoy these Quick & Easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas the entire season long and still get two thumbs up from the kids!  New creative, funny, and simple Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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last minute quick and easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas

I get it. Five kids and who knows how many years of Elf on the Shelf – maybe on year 12? I am unsure about you but if your holiday season is as buy as mine, you want to fill your kid’s Elf season with the joy of funny and creative Elf ideas. However, from seasonal busyness the time often comes you forget to move the elf or you run out of ideas for anything other than the lazy easy elf on the shelf ideas.

I am here to tell you, you can still have amazing ideas for your Elf doll and use quick and easy ideas. Follow some of these creative easy Elf ideas for your North Pole visitor. But before the Elf Christmas Tradition season begins, it is nice to have a posable Elf that can bend. You can do that easily with our no-sew bendable Elf on the Shelf tutorial.

Did you forget to move your Elf?

We all have experienced waking bug eyed in the night because you forgot to move the Elf. If this is you, these quick and easy elf antics can be done in just a few seconds time! These are some of the best Elf ideas that will cover you the entire season and keep the Elf on the Shelf tradition strong.

Did you forget to move your Elf?

In addition to these quick elf on the shelf ideas, save in your back pocket these 25 Reasons Elf on the Shelf forgot to move.

Easy Elf Ideas

Here they are, easy Elf on the Shelf ideas. You can use these last minute Elf ideas nightly for the entire Christmas season or use them for those “oh crap” moments. Quick and easy means it will take you only a few seconds to move the little Elf and not hear moans of “our elf is boring” in the morning.

easy elf on the shelf ideas

1.) Elf in the Spaghetti Container – In this easy Elf hiding spot in the kitchen, place Elf in the spaghetti storage container. It’s a silly idea and can be placed on your counter top or in your pantry. Plus it probably took you longer to find the stop watch to time how long it took you than to actually do it.

2.) Elf Under the Tree Skirt – You might want to stretch before attempting this challenging idea under the Christmas tree. Simply lift the tree skirt, fold Elf and place him under the Christmas tree. Done.

3.) Elf Playing Connect Four – How about this last minute elf on the Shelf game idea using your child’s games. Connect Four with one of your child’s toys like a Barbie or princess.

4.) Elf Fruits of the Spirit – Cut the Fruits of the Spirt with this free Christian Elf on the Shelf free printable. Place with your fruit to remind your child the reason for the season.

Easy Elf Ideas

5.) Toilet Paper Roll End is Here – Have fun with this punny funny Elf on the Shelf idea. Elf writes on a toilet paper roll, the end is here. This goes well as a possible last night Elf on the Shelf idea.

6.) Elf Twister Board – One of our most popular props is the Twister Elf Printable. Download and place Elf on the board. Such a silly Elf on the Shelf game for the kids.

7.) Read Your Favorite Book – Place Elf in front of the bookshelf with a note asking your child to read to Elf. It gets reading practice done and provides a nice reading companion for a young child.

8.) Elf Draws on Eggs – Take it to the fridge. In this fun Elf on the Shelf egg idea, elf draws a message using markers – Merry Christmas!

quick elf ideas

9.) Elf Drinks from an Orange – This original Elf on the Shelf idea is one of the earliest I ever did for my kids (my oldest is a teen.) Insert a straw in an orange and Elf drinks orange juice from an orange.

10.) Elf Covered in Hair Bows – Crab all the hair bows you can and layer them on your Elf doll. This is a fun Elf on the Shelf bow idea.

11.) I Love You Candy Canes Note – Write out I love you using this Candy Cane Elf on the Shelf idea. Download this cute idea in our free Elf on the Shelf printable note –  I ______ You.

12.) Elf Refueling Coffee Station – late nights in the Elf customs station means Elf needs extra fuel in the morning. Poke a hole in a k-cup for a tasty caffeine boost or a warm cup of hot cocoa with marshmallows.

quick elf on the Shelf ideas

13.) Elf Snack Bin – Do you have a snack Bucket in the kitchen. Wrap Elf in a Ziploc bag and insert him in the snack bin in this fun Pantry Elf on the Shelf idea.

14.) Elf Toilet Paper Roll – If you still have toilet paper left from 2020, insert Elf in a toilet paper roll and create this 5 second mischievous Elf on the Shelf idea. You can also take the TP out of the bathroom and the stairs later!

15.) Elf on Strike Sign – This easy Elf idea covers you for many days. Both the Prescription RX Elf on the Shelf Note and Elf on Strike sign can freeze Elf for a number of days and you end up with a cleaned room!

16.) Elf Ice Cream Cone – If you find yourself with some leftover ice cream cones, insert Elf and dash your display with some sprinkles for a “pretend mess” … how long did that last minute Elf idea take?

quick easy elf on the Shelf ideas

17.) Elf Toast Warm & Toasty Note – “It was cold outside, but now it’s warm and toasty!” Poke two arm holes in to toast. Create a Warm and Toasty Elf on the Shelf.

18.) Elf Mini Kisses –  In this quick and easy elf idea, wrap tiny chocolate chips as Hershey kisses.

19.) Elf Chocolate Note – Who wouldn’t love this Chocolate Elf on the Shelf idea, add some Reese’s and mention you love your child to pieces.

20.) Candy Canes Elf Scavenger Hunt – Everyone loves a good Christmas Scavenger Hunt. Help your child find candy canes with this Elf Scavenger Hunt idea. Use those candy canes and hang those found on your tree for adorable Christmas decorations.

quick easy elf ideas

21.) Elf Toilet Paper Snowman – “Do you wanna build a snowman?” Easily make your own toilet paper snowman for Elf or use our printables to craft this funny Elf on the Shelf Idea.

22.) Elf Burrito – Did Taco Tuesday leave a few leftover tortillas? Wrap your Elf in this fun Elf on the Shelf Burrito idea.

23.) Elf Cradles Baby Jesus – We love some alternative Christian Elf on the Shelf ideas, it reminds of the reason for the Christmas season.

24.) Elf Hide and Seek Camo – I bet it takes forever to find this camoflauge Elf on the Shelf in the Christmas tree. Use dry erase marker for the coloring on the camo.

last minute elf on the Shelf ideas

25.) Elf Banana Notes – Go while, write cute little messages on the Bananas. Maybe you can add some funny Elf Jokes and add the bananas to your child’s lunch box.

26.) Elf Car Wash – Grab a sponge and hot wheels and take your child’s toys to the bubbles car wash.

27.) Elf Rides a Dinosaur – Elf meet dinosaur. Your new ride for the next 24 hours. That was a quick elf idea.

28.) Nice Alert Elf Note – This nice-o-meter will remind your child how nice they are being this holiday season. Don’t forget, Elf is watching so you can stay on Santa’s nice list. Grab this free Elf on the Shelf printable. Maybe after a nice good behavior alert, Elf can delivery cookies, mini-marshmallows and hot chocolate for a treat!

last minute elf ideas

29.) Elf Q-Tip Snow Flakes – This is a very lazy easy Elf on the Shelf idea. Lay down Q-tips in the shape of adorable snowflakes.

30.) Stink Stank Stunk Spray – Have you tried Stink Stank Stunk Spray? Wrap this elf printable around a can of Lysol. It’s perfect for keeping the Grinch away. Of course, this is an excellent Quarantine Elf addition, we all need Lysol to spray other germs too!

31.) Toilet Paper Hammock – Just hanging out. In this toilet paper Elf on the Shelf idea, tie some to the towel rack to make an Elf on a Shelf hammock prop.

32.) Elf Shaving – In this quick Elf on the Shelf idea, place Elf beside the razor and saving cream. Add a little foam to his face too.

Cute easy elf ideas

33.) North Pole or Bust Globe – In this good-bye Elf on the Shelf idea, Elf is headed to the North Poel for good. North Pole or bust! You can add a cute printable suitcase Elf prop too.

34.) Elf Hot Dogs – Left over hot dog buns? Add some chips and place Elf in the middle of a hot dog bun for this really quick last minute Elf on a Shelf idea.

35.) Elf Decorates the Family Portrait – Do the kids enjoy a little naughty elf humor? We have done Elf on the Shelf portrait multiple ways. In this idea, I used poster putty to add googly eyes and a red nose.

36.) Elf Taped on the Wall – Use washi tape to tape Elf on the Shelf on the wall or a door. You can write a message like Help at the top.

Cute easy elf on the shelf ideas

37.) Elf Trapped in Mixer – Every thing is mixed up, insert Elf in the mixer. Just don’t turn it on!

38.) Elf Glow Sticks – This idea is especially cool in a dark place. Wrap glow stick bracelets for fun loops around Elf’s body. It could be especially cute by the fire place or on display to illuminate a family movie night.

39.) Elf is a Poinsettia – Using red construction paper, turn Elf into a poinsettia plant.

40.) Elf Tied to the Train Track – Washi tape and bakers twine create this Elf on the Shelf train track idea.

100s More Quick Elf Ideas

Don’t forget our Lazy Elf on the Shelf Ideas too! This are excellent last minute Elf ideas that don’t cause too much time and very few props to create.

On Frugal Coupon Living we have new Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily in the months of November and December. You can view our Elf on the Shelf Master List for a full list of last minute Elf on the Shelf ideas including every idea we have ever done. This will give you a full list of quick elf ideas to keep it care free and fun.

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Easy Elf on the Shelf Printables

Having a back pocked of resources is great for creating a quick and easy Elf ideas. I highly suggest picking up one of the Elf Props Printable Bundles.

This will give you days upon days of digital downloads for your Elf. Get anywhere form 47 to 112 Days of Elf ideas – you will never use them all, keeping many ideas for the following year.

Our most popular Elf on the Shelf printables can be found in our Elf Store. Shop Elf accessories, costumes, Advent Calendar, our Elf Twister board, Jokes for Kids, our Magic Shrinking Machine and so much more!

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Free Elf Printables

One of the best resources you can have for quick and easy Elf on the Shelf ideas, is an Elf Calendar template. It keeps you organized and reminds you each day new quick Elf idea you need to do.

Elf on the Shelf Calendar

We also love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables! Download and print for quick Elf on the Shelf ideas. Get all of our free Elf on the Shelf printables by entering your email address below. Look for an email to confirm you signed up. Once you confirm, look for a second email in your inbox with a link and password!

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1.) Enter your email address here.

2.) Look for a confirmation email in your inbox and confirm you requested a sign up.

3.) We will send you a Free Printables Welcome Email with link and passcode to all of our free printables.

4.) Enter your passcode at the top of the page here and click “Access Printables”

5. Enjoy your Elf on the Shelf Printables.

Elf on the Shelf on Social Media

Save these ideas because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We do our best to mix up easy and hard Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

Elf on the Shelf Facebook Page

Multiple ideas are added each day to our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Facebook page. This is a great way for you to share your own Elf on the Shelf Ideas and share our ideas to your page. There are some good ones! Be sure to like the page!

Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Boards

We also are in charge of a Elf on the Shelf Ideas Pinterest board. On this board, we have invited other bloggers to share their ideas and free Elf on the Shelf Printables too! Be sure to follow the board!

Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

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Don’t forget all of our daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas and Lazy Elf ideas.  Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas and Elf Boards.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

We have been doing Elf on the Shelf forever. See our Elf on the Shelf Master List. Pin to Pinterest.

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