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Roll a Santa Dice Game Printable

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November 19, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

published date: November 19, 2019
modified datt: November 19,2019

Roll a Santa Dice Game Printable and How to Play Directions.

Roll a Santa Dice Game Printable

This is such a cute game! Played with multiple players, the first one to roll a Santa wins. You can play it in the classroom with a large class of students or play at home over the winter break to eliminate shrills of “I’m bored!” The game can be played with one person but it more fun being played with 2 or more.

Roll a Santa Dice Supplies:

  • Roll a Santa Dice and Santa Template
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Crayons or colored pencils


Roll a Santa Directions:

First print out your dice template and Santa template.

Next cut out your dice template.

Fol at the dotted lines to shape your dice.

Apply glue to the edges of the dice (looks like a trapezoid.)

Fold into the shape of a dice.

Apply tacky glue edges into the dice and press together to close.

Apply tape to any exposed edges

Finally enjoy the game.

How to to Play Roll a Santa Game

It’s very easy to play this game. You need at least two players if turning this into a game (of course, your child can play alone too.)

Play one rolls the dice and draws the Santa part facing the top of the dice.

Play two rolls the dice and draws he Santa part facing the top of the dice.

This occurs with player one, two, three and so on.

If at any point during the game, the player rolls directions to draw apart of the Santa that they already have drawn, that player looses a turn.

Player one and two (etc.) alternate until the first person has the entire Santa drawn. The first person to draw a complete Santa, is the winner!

Roll a Santa Printable

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How to Print at Staples

Please follow the steps below to print your printables at Staples. You can also follow this video tutorial.

  1. Download and save your image from this post.  (Please note these images are for personal use only and cannot be sold or used for commercial use.)
  2. Sign in or create a Staples account on their print service page.
  3. Return to Staples print service page.
  4. Go to Start Project.
  5. Go to Documents Printing. Select Browse.
  6. Select the Buy Now Button under color.
  7. On the left column, choose add file.
  8. Select upload.
  9. Select done.
  10. Give your job a name.
  11. Make sure your project is single sided. The orientation should be landscape.
  12. I changed my media to 8.5×10 and the media to 67 lb cover stock (I prefer a card stock feel over printer paper feel.)
  13. Select add to cart.
  14. Proceed to checkout. My total was $0.65 for one print. You can choose to ship to your home or to pick up at your local store. Pay online and show your invoice when you pick up (I just show the order number on my phone at pick-up.) The order invoice will arrive in your email inbox.
  15. Enjoy!

*Note: these Staple print service steps were added in Winter 2019 The directions may change as the website changes. They should give you a general outline of how to upload and order a print on Staples.com.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final craft.  Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!


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How to Make a Christmas Slime Box + Printable

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September 19, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

published date: November 18, 2019
modified datt: September 19,2022

Have a Slime-Tastic Christmas with this DIY Christmas gift box for kids. How to make a Christmas slime gift box and free printable Christmas slime directions. Happy gifting!

How to Make a Christmas Slime Box

So we have a lot of Christmas Gift Tags. You can see many of our Christmas Printables in our Free Printables Section (including this Slime Gift Box Gift Tag.)

I have to say, however, this is one of my most favorites. I simply love the idea of creating your own gift box. We are huge about gift box kits. One gift we have given our daughter for the past two Christmas seasons and she has never tired of it, is a Tinker Crate. I think making her own DIY Craft Kits would be just as exciting for her.

This Christmas Gift Box is great for the winter holidays. Make them something they will love!

Christmas Slime Supplies

These best part of this gift box is very little ingredients are needed. In addition to few ingredients, few steps for you too!

  • Gift box
  • Crinkle cut red shredded paper filler
  • Red glitter glue
  • Green glitter glue
  • Travel size bottle of contact solution
  • Small clear plastic bags
  • Twine
  • Baking soda
  • Christmas confetti
  • Printable gift tag


Christmas Gift Box for Kids

Just package it up! Just a few steps to make the most adorable DIY Christmas Gift Box for kids.

Christmas Gift Box Directions

First, fill the gift box with paper shreds.

Next, place the red glue, green glue, and contact solution on top of the paper shreds.

Fill two small clear plastic bags each with ½ tablespoon of baking soda and tie the top with a piece of twine.

Add a small amount (around one teaspoon) of Christmas confetti to two plastic bags and tie the top with a piece of twine.

Place the bags of baking soda and confetti inside the box.

Finally, print the printable gift tag on card stock and cut out around outer border.

Place inside the box.

Gift and allows your receiver to enjoy!

Free Printable Christmas Gift Tag

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How to Print at Staples

Please follow the steps below to print your printables at Staples. You can also follow this video tutorial.

  1. Download and save your image from this post.  (Please note these images are for personal use only and cannot be sold or used for commercial use.)
  2. Sign in or create a Staples account on their print service page.
  3. Return to Staples print service page.
  4. Go to Start Project.
  5. Go to Documents Printing. Select Browse.
  6. Select the Buy Now Button under color.
  7. On the left column, choose add file.
  8. Select upload.
  9. Select done.
  10. Give your job a name.
  11. Make sure your project is single sided. The orientation should be landscape.
  12. I changed my media to 8.5×10 and the media to 67 lb cover stock (I prefer a card stock feel over printer paper feel.)
  13. Select add to cart.
  14. Proceed to checkout. My total was $0.65 for one print. You can choose to ship to your home or to pick up at your local store. Pay online and show your invoice when you pick up (I just show the order number on my phone at pick-up.) The order invoice will arrive in your email inbox.
  15. Enjoy!

*Note: these Staple print service steps were added in Winter 2019 The directions may change as the website changes. They should give you a general outline of how to upload and order a print on Staples.com.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your Slime Gift Box craft.  Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!


Save these Neighbor Gift Ideas that come with Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

Also save these DIY Christmas Gift Ides (DIY Gifts Set 1 and DIY Gifts Set 2). Pin to Pinterest.

Do you love Elf on the Shelf? If you are looking for Elf on the Shelf ideas, extend this Christmas slime idea with Elf on the Shelf Snot. It comes with a fun Elf snot label you can print. Pin to Pinterest.



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Six Elf on Strike Printables

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November 18, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: November 18, 2019
modified datt: November 18,2019

Six reasons for to put Elf on Strike. These printables sit the Elf on the Shelf for two days of rest! New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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Elf on Strike Printable

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Six Elf on Strike Printables

We are back, so is the Elf on the Shelf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily (in the months of November and December), until Christmas, for the past six years. You can view our Elf on the Shelf Master List for a full list of ideas including every idea we have ever done.

This set of Elf on Strike printables is for those who need to give their kids a push. Six reasons to go on strike and remind your kids to behave.

  • No talking back
  • Be good at school
  • Get along with siblings
  • Clean your room
  • Listen to your parents
  • You choose!

Elf on the Shelf Behavior Warning

The problem: Sometimes the holiday season is a lot on our kids. It’s easy to get silly and misbehave.  When your kids need a behavior warning, Elf needs to stay put!

The solution: Elf on Strike printables. It’s okay to have elf stay put when your kids are acting out. In fact, it will remind them Santa is watching and to get back in line!  These instant downloads fit your immediate need. We even have a blank sign for you to “fill in the blank!”

When your North Pole visitor is on strike, Elf on the Shelf doesn’t move for a duration until the behavior has ceased or gotten better. These red elves mean business and can only continue their silly shenanigans when behavior is better!

Elf on the Shelf Supplies Needed

  • The Elf on the Shelf Doll
  • Bamboo skewers or Popsicle sticks
  • Craft supplies: tape, scissors, etc.
  • Elf on Strike printable

Elf on the Shelf on Strike

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Elf Printables

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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!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has a book and a elf doll. The book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits. The Elf visits each Thanksgiving. He/She goes and returns from the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. The Elf has been found in the refrigerator, fishing in the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from the lights. It is VERY IMPORTANT, the Elf is not touch each evening or his Christmas magic will be lost! Each family is able to name their special elf. The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve. An Elf’s Story can also be found on DVD.


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Macy’s Thanksgiving One Day Sale is Live – $30 Rebate on your Purchase!

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November 18, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Black Friday, Black Friday & Cyber Monday, Cyber Monday, Online Shopping

published date: November 18, 2019
modified datt: November 18,2019

November is a great time to remember things to be thankful for.  Bless the ones you love, this Thanksgiving season, with this One Day Sale at Macy’s… even if it is yourself!

Macy’s Thanksgiving One Day Sale

Macy’s was too excited to delay their One Day Sale to Thanksgiving and Black Friday. As a gift to us, it is today! Be sure to visit the Macy’s One Day Sale and get amazing prices on 1,000s of items.

The sale runs 11/18/19 to 11/20/19 (yes, it’s more than one day!)

Macy’s Rebate

The excitement of the sale doesn’t end there! If you spend $100 at Macys.com, get $30 back this Macy’s Rebate good 11/18/19 to 11/20/19. Directions on the rebate form must be followed carefully. So read before you submit your rebate. The way rebates work is you submit for a payment back.  Your payment will be received in your Paypal account.

Rebate valid only for transactions with order dates between 12:00 am Pacific Standard Time November 18, 2019 and 11:59 pm Pacific Standard Time November 20, 2019. Limit one rebate submission per user. Must first click a Savings.com or Savings.com partner Macy’s deal link (I am a Savings.com partner, so these post links are!) and subsequently purchase to be eligible for rebate.

Macy’s Sale Wish List

Takes a look at these Macy’s One Day Sale wish list of items I absolutely love!

My Wish List:

1.) Charter Club Crew-Neck Cashmere Sweater – This is a basic and comes in so many colors. I counted 24. Save 49% off this cashmere sweater before rebate.

2.) Vince Camuto Printed Shirtdress – I am loving this leopard print black dress! Getting a printed, long-sleeve, shin-length dress is on my holiday to do list. Save 50% off before your rebate is applied.

3.) Tommy Hilfiger Contrast-Trim Cable-Knit Sweater – Such a classic sweater. Dress up or down. We love it dressed downs with jeans and leather sneakers. Get it in black/ivory or red/navy. Save 50% before rebate.

4.) Jack Rogers Ainsley Sneakers – Obsessed with these sneakers. Sizes are selling fast. These are in white metallic, but they have other styles. Save 40% before your rebate!

5.) Too Faced Sweet Peach Eye Shadow Palette – I had to share this one because I love my Too Faced Eye Shadow! A palette of 18 peach-scented eye shadows for limitless, timeless and modern looks. A new take on neutrals featuring fresh-picked shades of peachy pinks, corals and bronzes, along with pops of purples that will have you looking sweet as a peach year-round. Save 35% off before rebate.

6.) Tommy Hilfiger Metallic-Striped Utility Shirt – Absolutely a staple. Love this look with jeans and leather sneakers. Save 40% before rebate.

7.) Belted Ruffle-Sleeve Jumpsuit – A sleek belt and ruffled sleeves instantly modernize this stylish jumpsuit. I actually have a very similar red jumpsuit I LOVE! Grab it in red or green. Save 64% before rebate.

All of these products should eligible for the rebate $30 too! Free shipping when you spend $25.

Additionally, there is a lot that is on my kids’ wish list. This really helps me meet some of these needs without going overboard on expenses. Shop for him, the kids, home, bedding and more!

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Older Home Improvement Hacks and DIY Renovations

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February 25, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Hacks, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: November 17, 2019
modified datt: February 25,2021

Need to spruce up your current home? Looking for DIY home improvement ideas? No need for pricey home renovation. Take a look at these Older Home Improvement Ideas and budget-friendly DIY Home Improvement Renovations you can do all on your own!

Older Home Improvement Hacks

Older Home Improvement Hacks and DIY Renovation Ideas

My family’s current home is just outside the District of Columbia, in Northern Virginia. The majority of homes here are fairly old, and some are straight-up historic. I’m not saying they are as old as the historic DC monuments, but they are pretty close (I’m kidding… mostly.) I can name some friends that are living in 50-year-old homes, and some even have 100-year-old homes. Several of the old homes out here are in such bad shape that they end up getting scrapped altogether. While our home isn’t quite as old as some, I’ve made it a point to preserve it as best I can so that it stands the test of time.

DIY Renovations

While I was hunting for a home here, I always had my Pinterest house goals and home improvement ideas in mind. Since most of the homes I was shown were older, I tried to envision the DIY home improvement renovations and upgrades that I’d implement. I wanted my post-renovation home to be a comfortable and beautiful space for my family of 7, but the renovations would also ultimately play a part in making an adequate profit on any future sale we might have. Pinterest quickly became my best friend for DIY Home Improvement Ideas, and I soon gathered an impressive “to-do” list of renovation inspiration.

This list started as my personal Pinterest vault of DIY home improvement goals. Since my board is hidden, I wanted to share it with all of you here! I hope you try out these DIY Home Improvement Hacks along with me to improve our collective home project by project, weekend by weekend. Without further ado, here are my favorite Pinterest home improvement ideas!


More DIY Home Improvement Ideas

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  • DIY Fixer Upper Farmhouse Ideas
  • Weekend Farmhouse Projects
  • KonMari Method Dollar Tree Home Organization

Older Home Improvement Ideas and Hacks

Cassidy is my favorite when it comes to home improvement ideas. This $60 Carpet to Hardwood Stairs Home Improvement Hack is definitely on my home improvement to-do list!

I’ve found that the outlets in older homes always tend to be in the most inconvenient places. Hide all of those unsightly cords for under $10 with this burlap cord cover home improvement idea. We used a tan and white extension cord  in our home in case of any peek-a-boo showing (though not necessary, I love this brand of cord and it is so affordable!)

It turns out, 50-year-old air grilles get pretty dirty! This DIY Home Improvement Air Vent Idea lends a clean, vintage look to any home, old or new.

I am doing this bathroom DIY home improvement idea ASAP! Repaint your bathroom tiles and add a beautiful touch with stencils! Repaint your builder grade beige tiles with this Home Improvement Tutorial. All the items you need are listed in the Hometalk post.

Bathroom Vanity makeover

You need less than $50 to makeover your bathroom vanity with this easy DIY home improvement hack. Find the tutorial on DIY Vanity Makeover.

Old home cords lying around all over the place? Instead of spending your money on an electrification or having to learn to cut into the wall yourself, opt for this Quarter Round Cord Hack from Home Depot. It’s so easy to snake your cords through the baseboards to hide them without tearing up your walls.

An updated banister and painted stair rail makes your staircase pop with a colorful accent. Paint the spindles white and the handrail black for a modern, clean look. It won’t take up loads of your time, either! Add a seagrass rug runner for chic bonus points.

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Tired of your outdated yellow oak railing? You can also use General Finishes Java Gel to paint your banister for under $25. Win! Just tape around the edges with Green Frog Tape to protect your white spindles.

These were included in our home staging tips, too! If you’re painting in a tight space or up against a wall, try this hack. Tape construction paper on the wall to protect it from any stray paint. While we’re on the subject, download our home staging checklist! There are some great tips that can serve as home renovation ideas, too.

A bucket of paint and new hardware are all you need to switch up the warmth of your hallways. Painting gray interior doors gives your interior a cool, sleek look.

Vintage green bathrooms are actually beautiful — when styled the right way. If you’re not blessed with one from the get-go, here’s your sign to create it yourself. Don’t worry if you don’t have extra money lying around — this DIY home renovation project won’t break the bank. Joanna Gaines has blessed us with three ways to style green tile until you want to paint or replace it.

Fireplaces are another classic feature of older homes. I prefer an automatic fireplace, but my husband is partial to wood-burning ones. Most of these old homes favor his preferences, so I hunted down this White Wash Brick Fireplace Tutorial.

Our old cabinets could definitely use a refresh. In some spots, you can see where years of wear, tear, and layers of paint have accumulated. Upgrade Bathroom Cabinets with this Simple Home improvement Idea. Gorilla Wood Glue, wood pedestals, and scrap wood totally revamp these cabinets in this DIY home improvement tutorial!

Plantation shutters are my ultimate window goals, but I don’t have the budget for them yet. Still, I needed a way to redo our old window treatments. My house’s window curtains from 1960 were still in our home when we moved in — yikes! For a budget-friendly DIY home improvement upgrade, I went with budget friendly window treatments – light and airy IKEA white drapes, black curtain rods and natural bamboo shades.

I think we can all agree that popcorn ceilings are just awful. If you’re sick and tired of looking at your popcorn ceilings but can’t afford a total makeover, follow this tutorial to find out how to Easily Hide a Popcorn Ceiling. Bella Tucker’s entire kitchen and living space was done for under $500 with Styrofoam Ceiling Tiles. Take your ceilings from drab to fab!

This DIY home improvement project turns your outdated bathroom into your dream spa oasis. Paint Bathroom Tile with a Rust-Oleum Tile Transformation kit. Pink Little Notebook walks you through the entire process.

Full kitchen renovation landing outside your budget? Just follow these steps to replace and reface your kitchen cabinet doors with solid wood doors. This DIY home improvement project completely upgrades the entire look of your kitchen without the steep price of renovation!

Did you know you can update your garage door by staining it? I’m in love with how this DIY home improvement project looks. So easy, so cheap! We recommended this Minwax Gel Stain.

Shutters can completely transform a home’s curb appeal. You can easily paint yours to refurbish the look of your home. Don’t have shutters, but still want the look? You can make your own home shutters with this tutorial.

This easy DIY home improvement project is so simple, but makes all the difference in the world. Replace all old switches with new style switches.

Ever wondered what those fake kitchen drawers were even for? Here’s one answer! Add towel bars to any of your fake kitchen drawers under the sink. That unused space becomes useful with this DIY home improvement tutorial!

Update the outdated half wall for added aesthetics AND extra storage space. Turn your half wall into a built-in bookcase with this DIY home improvement tutorial!

Guess what? You Can Tile Over Linoleum. Our is from 1960, so this is definitely on our to-do list. If you’re not ready to get all the way down to the concrete floors, this is a good fix for you.

These updated shower fixtures turn outdated fixtures new without the plumbing work. Total price? Just $35 for this cheap DIY home improvement hack!


DIY Old Home Renovation Ideas

Are you moving? Take a look at our Moving Binder to get you organized! Pin to Pinterest.

These Fixer Upper Farmhouse Style Ideas will transform your home. Pin to Pinterest.

Also get inspired by the lady we love, Joanna Gaines, with these DIY Fixer Upper Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.



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This House is Under Elf Surveillance Printable

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November 17, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: November 17, 2019
modified datt: November 17,2019

This Elf idea reminds the kids to be on their best behavior. Download your This House is Under Elf Surveillance Printable. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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This House is Under Elf Surveillance Printable

Elf on the Shelf Surveillance Printable

North Pole Security has a warning to all who enter – This House is Under Elf Surveillance! Make sure you are on Santa’s good list by being on your best behavior.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

I hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving. Now that the turkey is removed from the table and your pants are loosened, it’s time to get on your A game with Santa’s North Pole visitor, Elf on the Shelf. Hopefully by now, you have named your Elf on the Shelf and your Elfie is all ready for transitioning from your home to the North Pole on a 24 hour rotation!

If you have been with us a long time, you know since 2011 we have brought you a 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 ideas including every idea we have ever done.

This House is Under Elf Surveillance

By the order of North Pole Security – Notice: This House is Under Elf Surveillance! Keeping this security sign up for the entire longevity of Elf’s visit, reminds the kids to stay on the nice list. Elf is watching and reporting back to the North Pole each evening.

The North Pole Surveillance division reminds kids, if they are naughty, they will get caught!  Elfie is watching and reporting to Santa all activities of the day.   If you need a naughty or nice note reminder, you can print our Elf on the Shelf Behavior Notice.

Elf Surveillance Printable Supplies

Only two supplies are needed for the Elf on the Shelf Idea. You will need, of course, The Elf on the Shelf. You also will need This House is Under Elf Surveillance printable (see below for detail.) Have tape and scissors to cut out your download.


Free Elf Surveillance Sign and Download

This House is Under Elf Surveillance Printable

Want to protect your home too!?

Elf House Surveillance Digital Download

Exclusive code – Grab our Elf Surveillance printable. If you buy four of our printables you can get one free. Add five items to your cart and use code 1FREE4ME at checkout. This is a limited time offer but gets you a discount on many of our best selling Elf printables!

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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!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has a book and a elf doll. The book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits. The Elf visits each Thanksgiving. He/She goes and returns from the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. The Elf has been found in the refrigerator, fishing in the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from the lights. It is VERY IMPORTANT, the Elf is not touch each evening or his Christmas magic will be lost! Each family is able to name their special elf. The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve. An Elf’s Story can also be found on DVD.

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Inspiring Edible Table Runners

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July 22, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Recipe, Seasonal, Social Media, Thanksgiving

published date: November 16, 2019
modified datt: July 22,2020

These inspiring lush edible table runners will create a memorable event talked about forever. Turn you into an amazing hostess with tablescape centered with a greenery table runner surrounded by a bite-sized appetizing menu including fruits, vegetables, meats, breads, cheeses, desserts and more.

Edible Table Runners

I am not the best hostess.  In fact a few years ago I created a post Holiday Hosting Tips for you all, but it was truly more for me! I treat hostesses well but I never hold an event well. I think the stress of prepping gives me more anxiety than he reason for the occasion.

Since we have not family this Thanksgiving, I started looking (far in advance) for Friendsgiving Thanskgiving Ideas. This edible table runner hosting idea was a favorite for me. I saw it as lowing my anxiety because everything was immediately displayed for my guests. There was no pulling items in and out of the oven. The pressure of a menu and tablescape overlapped, becoming one. It also was different and stood out, bringing everyone to the table for fellowship.

What is an Edible Table Runner?

There is probably not much we need to describe, as it pretty much describes itself. An edible table runner is a centerpiece full of small bites eat. The centerpiece runs down the length of the table, no food is typically passed. An edible runner should look lush and appetizing, and typically is made of fruits, vegetables, breads, meats, cheeses and desserts. An edible table runner can fit the season – winter, spring, summer and fall or it can fit the holiday and occasion – Thanksgiving, Easter, brunch and whatever!

To decorate, start with your base.  It’s good to lay down a corresponding table cloth (stick with a neutral  table cloth like a waterproof tan linen so the colors of your foods pop). Then lay down a runner. We are a big fan greenery table runners.  After your tablecloth and runner, move your way to larger edible pieces. This includes loafs of bread or large fruits like pumpkins or cantaloupe. Next work your way down to the medium edible bites and then smaller edible items.

Greenery Table Runners

Choosing greenery as your table runner or centerpieces is a great decor option that can be dressed up or dressed down. It looks amazing with bright fruits and veggies. Use year-round in all seasons. Is it the dead of winter? Will the heat wilt your leaves in summer? Don’t fret. Amazon has plenty of greenery table runners to add a pop of color to your edible table runner.

We love these Faux Greenery Table Runners:

  • Eucalyptus and Willow Vines Runner
  • Boxwood Greenery Runner
  • Boxwood and Apple Frosted Leaves Runner


Edible Table Runner Ideas

Head to your local hardware store and get wood plank long enough for your table. Finish the food-safe Butcher Block Conditioner and make the ultimate table-long charcuterie board. | Source

Study everything  on this edible table runner. Before the flies are out, host a spring outdoor gathering in the yard. Wooden pallets, pillows, and a neutral tablecloth. Full menu is provided by Tara. | Tara Milk Tea

Have the girls over for brunch with this edible breakfast table runner. Menu included. | A Pair and a Spare

Learn the basics of creating a fruit centerpiece. Start with the larger fruits, move to the medium sized fruits and fill in with the smallest. | Photography by Meghan McNeer Styled by Kate Berry for Domino

Listen, your table runner doesn’t have to be exotic. Grab bags of chips. Eating sandwiches? Burgers? Hot dogs? Whatever your entree, lay chips on a wood plank. We find the vegetable sliced chips to be most attractive.  (Recall above you can finish your plank with a food-safe Butcher Block Conditioner.) | To Have to Host

Cheese, fruits and chocolates – how to create an edible table runner. | David Jones

Carb load with an edible bread table runner. Add butter and spreads around the table. A lot of tablescape inspiration from this wedding album. | Katie Grant Photo

This table runner is affordable, all the more affordable if you have fruit tree. Decorate with oranges, grapefruits, pomegranate and more. The fruit that is cut, really offers a pop of color (and makes for easy eating!) | Source

At your next summer gathering – three words. Fruit, Veggies, Peonies. | Paper n Stitch

Hot and juicy crawfish, shrimp broils, lobsters and clam bakes make the easiest table runner. Toss down newspaper and pour your edibles straight to the table once baked.  | House of Harper

For fall, have the harvest spread. Apples, pumpkins, squash, apricots and more. | Run Away Apricot

Fruits that are darker and richer in tone and make an excellent runner for July 4th or Memorial Day weekend. Insert a few flags to fit your theme. We like this blue and white Gingham checked tablecloth for your background. | Photography by Meghan McNeer Styled by Kate Berry for Domino

Death by chocolate. Fill a table full of chocolate – dark, milk, white and more. We also recommend mini cupcakes, brownies, cookies, chocolate-covered pretzels and more.  | Pizzazzerie

For Easter, put all your eggs in one basket table runner. Start collecting your egg cartons. Send home extra eggs with friends in a basket. | The House that Lars Built

For the Christmas season, a gingerbread house village makes a tasty table runner. Display with candy like candy canes, gum drops, chocolates and more. | Source

This citrus tablescape takes me home to Florida and the citrus trees in my grandmother’s and mother-in-law’s backyards. | Fashionable Hostess


Lush Edible Tablescapes

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar Template

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July 29, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: November 16, 2019
modified datt: July 29,2022

Printable Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar – Template Download and Supply List to keep you organized with your North Pole visitor. Daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas in November and December. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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Elf on the Shelf Calendar Template

Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar and Supply List

Elf on the Shelf returns Thanksgiving night! Are you prepared. This Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar will organize you for the next month giving you creative ideas for your Elf and a supply list before beginning.  If you prefer to come up with your own ideas, we have a blank claendar template and supply list so you can do your own creative Elf on the Shelf Ideas for your North Pole Visitor.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily (in the months of November and December) for the past six years. You can view our Elf on the Shelf Master List for a full list of ideas including every idea we have ever done.

For many of these Elf on the Shelf ideas, make sure you have an elf that can bend. You can do that easily with our Bendable Elf on the Shelf tutorial.  You also can sign up for all of our Free Elf on the Shelf Printables here.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar

We have provided you a full calendar of ideas to keep you from going crazy during this season on Elf on the Shelf. Our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar has 24 elf ideas plus a supply list so you can be orgnaized as soon as the Christmas tradition begins in your house.

If you prefer to come up with other ideas, you can check out our Elf on the Shelf Master List where we add new ideas daily during the month of November and December. This is a list with well over 500 Elf on the Shelf Ideas! If you are doing your own thing, you can download the Elf on the Shelf Calendar Template and fill in your own ideas and supply list.

While this calendar is free, you also get a free calendar and supply list with our entire Elf printable bundle. Over $250 in value!

Update: You can also pick up an Editable Elf Calendar. This has fillable fields all you to edit your PDF in Adobe.  This calendar is only sold alone and not part of Elf kids.

Shop the Entire Elf Bundle with Printables + Digital Downloads

Elf on the Shelf Supply List

The most important supply you need is The Elf on the Shelf. We also suggest you grab a bendable kit or make your own Bendable Elf on the Shelf.

Elf Ideas Supplies include:

  • Sharpie marker, used shipping box, toast, eggs, shaving cream, small beads, toy cars, sponge, soap, scissors, sprinkles, Kinder Joy Egg, toilet paper, tortilla shells, candy, chocolate, pink balloon, bubble gum, red dry erase marker, adhesive gift bows, Q-tips, maple syrup, Barbie or another doll, straws, apples, toilet paper, marker or puff paint, ornaments, bulldozer, twine or string, old toilet paper roll, aluminium foil, and stars or other outer space accessories.

Some of the items you likely have in your home. A few of them you can pick up at the grocery store or order ahead on Amazon. You can see our full Elf on the Shelf Supply List by downloading our printable calendar.


Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar Template and Supply List Printable

Free Elf on the Shelf Printables

Download our free Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar Template and Supply List. 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. One 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!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has a book and a elf doll. The book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits. The Elf visits each Thanksgiving. He/She goes and returns from the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. The Elf has been found in the refrigerator, fishing in the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from the lights. It is VERY IMPORTANT, the Elf is not touch each evening or his Christmas magic will be lost! Each family is able to name their special elf. The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve. An Elf’s Story can also be found on DVD.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas Calendar and Supply List


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Don’t forget all of our daily Elf on the Shelf 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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WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

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