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How to Trap Elf on the Shelf in the TV

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by Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Hacks, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: December 11, 2018
modified datt: November 30,2020

Easy tutorial – How to Trap Elf on the Shelf in the TV using the YouTube App on your Smart Television. Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas?

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How to Trap Elf on the Shelf in the TV

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past five years. For many of these idea, make sure you have an elf that can bend. You can do that easily with our Bendable Elf on the Shelf tutorial.

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How to Trap Elf on the Shelf in the TV!

You will need a Smart TV for this Elf on the Shelf Idea.  Your television will need to have the YouTube App. We searched on the app “Elf on the Shelf Caught in TV.”

The Video on YouTube You are looking for is Elf on the shelf – Boy – Trapped in the TV by Aaron Holm. This is a ten minute loop, so it is probably something you will set up right before the kids come down and then accidentally “turn” the channel before that 10 minute time comes up. I am not sure it will repeat over and over if you do not. I believe it will go to the next YouTube Video which might be an Elf on the Shelf video geared toward parents and not kids – meaning showing tricks and ideas!

Once you turn the channel, I would act shocked and go “oh no, where did the Elf go?” Then just play that you can’t find him and let your kids know that you “hope he returns tomorrow!”

Don’t forget that you can also trap Elf on the Shelf in your phone or trap Elf on the Shelf in your computer!


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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | The End is Near Elf Warning

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by Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: December 11, 2018
modified datt: December 11,2018

Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas? See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf! The end is near elf warning – get ready to say good-bye to your Elf on the Shelf with this last night idea!

The End is Near Elf Warning

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

The End is Near Elf Warning! All the pun intended in this idea. Then end of the toilet paper roll might be near but this is also a good idea for right before elf leaves to head back to the North Pole – raise your hand if you are ready (I take that back, don’t raise your hand or you might have a handful of people looking at you funny!)

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Don’t forget these other Last Night Goodbye Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas and Elf Boards.

Here at Frugal Coupon Living, we celebrate Elf on the Shelf for 2 months, the month of November and the month of December all the way through Christmas Eve. We like to share a few weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, when Elf comes, to give you idea and then we like to join you with ideas when the Elf arrives in your home.

Pin Pin Pin, because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We have many more ideas to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE PRINTALBES!  That is our goal, to make Elf easy for you! Be sure to also follow the Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Board for fun ideas from other bloggers too.

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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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 love printables – especially free ones! Be sure to save these Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

Online you can find ENDLESS Elf on the Shelf Accessories, Books, Games and Toys. We love some of the creativity coming from Etsy too! Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest where there are many Pinterest Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

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Amazon 12 Days of Deals – Today is Kitchen

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by Filed Under: Amazon, Black Friday & Cyber Monday, Online Shopping

published date: December 11, 2018
modified datt: December 11,2018

Still have things on the shopping list?  Take a look at Amazon over the next 12 days.

They will be featuring new deals on gifts and popular holiday products based on the following daily themes:

Amazon 12 Days of Deals:

12/2: Home Improvement
12/3: Gaming
12/4: Toys
12/5: PCs
12/6: Home
12/7: Fashion
12/8: Baby, Pets, and Camera
12/9: Beauty and Personal Care
12/10: Electronics
12/11: Kitchen
12/12: Furniture, Lawn, and Garden
12/13: Sports and Outdoors

Take a look at the 12 Days of Deals page daily.

Don’t forget our Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals on Frugal Coupon Living.

For a limited time, Amazon is offering Free Shipping on ALL orders for everyone, not just Prime members! This offer applies to items sold by Amazon only and does not apply to add-on items.

Grab a Trial of Amazon Prime!

As a reminder, Amazon prices can change at any time. This price was current at publishing time. Be sure to confirm the price before purchasing to ensure this deal has not changed or expired.

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Gift Wrap Swing

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by Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: December 10, 2018
modified datt: April 08,2019

How cute is this Elf Gift Wrap Swing idea? Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas? See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf! 

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Gift Wrap Swing

Elf on the Shelf Gift Wrap Swing

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

Elf Gift Wrap Swing! We admit, this isn’t the easiest of all our ideas – but it’s incredibly cute, right? Prop some rolls of Christmas gift wrap together and make an adorable swing for elf! Don’t forget this other way to use Gift Wrap Rolls – Wrapping Paper Stilts!

Supplies Needed:


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Here at Frugal Coupon Living, we celebrate Elf on the Shelf for 2 months, the month of November and the month of December all the way through Christmas Eve. We like to share a few weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, when Elf comes, to give you idea and then we like to join you with ideas when the Elf arrives in your home.

Pin Pin Pin, because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We have many more ideas to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE PRINTALBES!  That is our goal, to make Elf easy for you! Be sure to also follow the Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Board for fun ideas from other bloggers too.

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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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 love printables – especially free ones! Be sure to save these Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

Online you can find ENDLESS Elf on the Shelf Accessories, Books, Games and Toys. We love some of the creativity coming from Etsy too! Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest where there are many Pinterest Elf on the Shelf Ideas. 

 

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Under Construction Party Ideas – Hard Hat Required!

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by Filed Under: Birthday, Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: December 09, 2018
modified datt: May 12,2022

Dump everything and join the crew for this set of Construction Party Ideas. When preparing for this bulldozer birthday party, a hard hat is required! 

Under Construction Party Ideas

Under Construction Party Ideas

In October we had my son’s second birthday. I was sure it was going to be a Thomas the Train party and so we purchased the most adorable  2 year old train shirt. In addition to my purchase, I did amazing research on making the perfect train party. I tend to do that. Posts that go up on my blog are because we are moving and I need moving hacks or because I am expecting a baby after a big gap in my children and need reminders of newborn tips. I digress…

The Construction Cake

So my son’s two year old birthday rolled around and after purchasing our train shirt, I went on a hunt to find the most appropriate cake at our grocery store (I am frugal, I wasn’t headed to a stand alone bakery.) The train cakes were not cute, so we settled on a bulldozer cake and thus our party went from a cute little train theme to a  Constriction Party with a precious little boy in a train shirt!… I am proud to say, I didn’t care!

Now that the party is behind us, I decided to go ahead and get that Construction Themed Birthday Party on the blog because getting things done late work when you are mother of five!

Set the table! If you’re on the lookout for ways to set and dress up your buffet table, then you’ve got to check this one out. This is one cool Construction Dessert Table! | 2 Little Love Birds

Welcome the crew with a homemade wreath made out of an orange extension cord. | Nestling Designs

Offer everyone relief with this Porta Potty Bathroom Door Printable – download and print.


If you are going to have the party, you must look the part! How precious is this backhoe construction tee?

Create a sweet backdrop alternating orange crepe paper, black crepe paper and caution tape. | SNL Parties

There is pretty cool Construction Garland available to make the best party table! We purchased this one from Target.

Have an area for construction party hard hats and Home Depot aprons (or orange safety vests). Near the entrance is great! | Catch My Party

Give everyone an activity to keep them busy. Wrap a kid’s swimming pool with black trash bags, fill with play sand and mini construction vehicles. | Fab Everyday

You might have orange fingers after you dig into these wrecking balls! You can put other snacks in hard hats for a cute Construction Tablescape for your eats. | Moms and Munchkins

Speaking of wrecking balls, turn a swing set into a wrecking ball area for play! You can wrap old shipping boxes with kraft paper and line them with black sharpie markers to make them look like bricks! | Source Unknown.

Construction Goodie bags can be made with candy and plastic orange cones! Pair with these construction party favor gift tags. | Hersheys

I have to give my 10 year old daughter credit for our dig in construction napkins and plates display. She used clip art to decorate the table and make the dump truck look like there was dirt inside.

Download your free construction party printables. | Color Me Meg

Make a grand entrance with a DIY Construction Barrier. | Dimple Prints

OREOS or chocolate donuts are a perfect idea for spare tires! | Huckleberry Love

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Grab your digger and make this chocolate cake construction zone – it looks like the messier the icing, the better! We love the idea of these orange cone candles! | Nestling Designs

Orange Solo Cups and white electrical tape make cute construction cones for the table. | Source Unknown

Lack the crafting talent… don’t worry, I often do! Grab this set of construction signs.

Label your tools! SNL Parties used clear paint cans and yellow plastic utenils.| SNL Parties

If you are having a construction party, you need something to demolish! Grab this Bull Dozer Piñata.

Construction party Games

Keep the party lively with these 13 fun Construction party Ideas. They are the perfect supplement to your digger party. No caution tape needed when playing these fun Construction Birthday Party Games. Enjoy 13 themed construction games perfect for your next gathering. Using classic party games and some new party games, take a look at creative ideas to keep the party guests and guest of honor busy. These memorable digger games are the way to go!


Construction Party Ideas

Back to the original party plan (which didn’t happen) – Thomas the Train Party Ideas. Pin to Your Party Pinterest Board.

You survived another year. Look at these Camouflage Camo Birthday Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Also enjoy these adorable Blue Clues Party Ideas. You’ve got mail! Pin to your Party Pinterest Board.

Ready to party? Keep the kids entertained. Take a look at these 50+ Kids’ Party Games – indoor, outdoor, night, birthday.



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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Spa

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by Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: December 09, 2018
modified datt: December 09,2018

Elf is relaxed at the Elf Spa. Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas? See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf! 

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Spa

Easy Elf Idea - Elf Spa

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years.

Elf Spa! Elf is relaxed at the elf spa. We used microfiber cloths for this spa idea and some beauty products we had on hand.

Supplies Needed:


We love sharing FREEBIES! Print these FREE Elf Notes by entering your email address below. It will arrive in your inbox!

Here at Frugal Coupon Living, we celebrate Elf on the Shelf for 2 months, the month of November and the month of December all the way through Christmas Eve. We like to share a few weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, when Elf comes, to give you idea and then we like to join you with ideas when the Elf arrives in your home.

Pin Pin Pin, because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We have many more ideas to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE PRINTALBES!  That is our goal, to make Elf easy for you! Be sure to also follow the Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Board for fun ideas from other bloggers too.

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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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 love printables – especially free ones! Be sure to save these Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

Online you can find ENDLESS Elf on the Shelf Accessories, Books, Games and Toys. We love some of the creativity coming from Etsy too! Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest where there are many Pinterest Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

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Be the Good Kid Quote | DIY Easy Bedroom Canvas Tutorial

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by Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: December 08, 2018
modified datt: March 29,2019

Be the Good Kid Quote. We turned one of our favorite quotes into a Canvas for under $20.  Inspirational quote for girls and boys turned into DIY bedroom artwork – no canvas or paint required!

Be the Good Kid Quote

I have so much I want to teach my girls. I think of the most random “lessons” I want to share with them, but something makes it not the right timing. I quickly retain those ideas in my head and often they get buried beneath mundane day to day information.  Recently, I have found the best way to inspire my girls is through quotes that lead to their own self reflection. I have them read a quote, think about it and then we discuss it. This gives them ownership in their own beliefs without me instilling my own ideology in their head.


Be the Good Kid Quote:

So this craft project actually took no supplies. I am not joking. Using my computer mouse and keyboard, I created this DIY canvas online… you guys it was ridiculously easy!

First, I ordered this Be the Good Kid Quote online on Etsy. This was an instant download so as soon as I made my purchase for under $5. I paid $4.99 to be exact. This is the only “supply” you need for your kid’s quote project.

Tip: If you cannot see your download after you purchase, go to purchases and reviews under your account. From there, find your purchase and click Download Files.

Directions for Your DIY Canvas:

Once you have downloaded your Be the Good Kid Quote you will want to purchase a discounted canvas voucher online. One of my favorite places to purchase canvas prints is on Canvas on Demand, Canvas Champ and Canvas People. I normally take a look at Groupon to find a discounted canvas voucher first.  I found this Canvas on Demand Groupon Voucher, one 16×20 Canvas Print for $15. I doubt this price/voucher will last – so get it while you can!

Tip: This PDF printable from Etsy is 8 x 10 inches, so you want to order a canvas size that will fit. Order an 8×10 canvas, 16×20 canvas, or anything with a ratio of 4:5.

Canvas Print Deals
After I purchased the voucher, I went to my Groupon account and under my account chose My Groupons. There you can get your unique promo offer for your free canvas (you have already purchased it.) Follow the directions on your voucher. On the canvas merchant page, you will upload your Etsy download (instead of a photo.)  Your canvas will arrive and look like you hand lettered it yourself!

What a creative way to place some inspiration in your child’s room. Remind them to be the good kid. Remind them to be the kind kid!

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Going to hand letter this on your own? If you lack some hand lettering skills, take a look at this Hand Lettering Tutorials For Beginners. Pin to your Craft Board on Pinterest.

If decorating for a teen’s bedroom, take a look at these Inspiring Teenage Bedroom Ideas. Pin to your home and kids Pinterest Board.



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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows

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by Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: December 08, 2018
modified datt: December 08,2018

Get ready to life with this idea – Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows. Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas? See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf! 

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows

Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows! Get some candy canes for a bench. Make some dumbbells with marshmallows and get ready to have Elf weight lift.

Supplies Needed:


We love sharing FREEBIES! Print these FREE Elf Costume and Notes Printables by entering your email address below. It will arrive in your inbox!

Here at Frugal Coupon Living, we celebrate Elf on the Shelf for 2 months, the month of November and the month of December all the way through Christmas Eve. We like to share a few weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, when Elf comes, to give you idea and then we like to join you with ideas when the Elf arrives in your home.

Pin Pin Pin, because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We have many more ideas to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE PRINTALBES!  That is our goal, to make Elf easy for you! Be sure to also follow the Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Board for fun ideas from other bloggers too.

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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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 love printables – especially free ones! Be sure to save these Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

Online you can find ENDLESS Elf on the Shelf Accessories, Books, Games and Toys. We love some of the creativity coming from Etsy too! Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest where there are many Pinterest Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

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