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Eggcellent Easter Games

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February 21, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Easter, Facebook, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

Ready to create memorable Easter traditions with large or small groups? These Egg-cellent Easter Games can be paired with Easter egg hunts, Easter parties and gatherings, or used as a family minute to win it challenge.

Eggcellent Easter Games

Does Easter ever free like a neglected holiday to you? As a Christian, Easter is truly the most important holiday. It feels as though there is little build up to the actual day and very little more than a visit to church and an Easter Egg Hunt.

What do you do on Easter?

Beyond the traditional Easter egg hunt and visit to church, consider a new Easter Tradition with Easter games. If you wish to turn Easter into a greater celebration, take a look at these Easter Games for Adults, Kids, Families, Friends, Small Groups, and Large Gatherings. It fits a small family of three and a large crowd of dozens.

The year Easter was cancelled (the year we must not named), we decide to twist up the traditional Easter ideas. Instead of attending a large Easter Egg Hunt at Church, we had our own small family Easter Egg hunt. My older kids hid Easter Eggs for the younger kids and after finding our eggs, everyone filled their stomachs with jelly beans and chocolate (gross – does that idea of that make anyone else sick?)

Well it didn’t make my kids sick. Instead it made all five kids excitable on a lot of sugar. We created a new Easter Family tradition by playing outdoor Easter games. It was a beautiful day and I was all about running off the steam and enjoying the beautiful blue sky day.

What are some fun Easter games?

This list of Easter game ideas include Traditional Easter Games. What are traditional Easter games? Some examples of traditional games include the law Easter Egg Roll. Read more about that below but basically try to roll a raw egg across a finish line with your nose or a spoon. You also could turn a ball toss into a carrot toss or play pin the tail on the bunny (similar to pin the tail on the donkey game.)

We also have examples of Unique Easter Games like Easter bowling lined with brightly colored pool noodles and adorable bunny bowling pins.

And for the Minute to Win It Games lovers (raising my hand), take a look at some Minute to Win It Easter games including Jelly Bean Pick-up or Spoon Full of Sugar. You can print our full list of 18 Minute to Win It Game Instructions PDF and supply list.

Minute It To Win It Instructions Printable

Easter Games Directions

Before we begin sharing some fun things to do on Easter, take a look at our Easter Games List PDF. They can be play with a large or small group. Print the list of Easter game directions for your family to enjoy.

Easter Game Directions Printable PDF

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Eggcellent Easter Games You Will Love

All of these games can be used outdoors with the first sign or spring, or indoors if spring showers are on the weather map.

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Bernie Sanders Valentine’s Cards

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January 26, 2021 by FCL Filed Under: Online Shopping, Valentine's Day Leave a Comment

Who else is loving all of the Bernie Sanders memes going around? I think they’re hysterical and, of course, people have made Bernie Sanders Valentine’s Day Cards. These are all handmade and will definitely make your Valentine laugh!

Purchase, download, print – so easy to give your valentine an adorable Valentine’s Day Card Meme featuring our favorite Bernie Mittens!

Are you looking for Valentine’s for your child’s teacher? We have some great Teacher Valentine Printables for you!

This Bernie Sanders Valentine’s Mittens Card is awesome. I love how it says Smitten instead of Mitten. And, the hearts are perfect for the holiday, too.

“I bern for you, Valentine” featuring Bernie Sanders in a chair. I am cracking up at this I Bern for You Valentine’s Card. This would make a great Bernie Sanders Valentine meme, wouldn’t it?!

Do you love Bernie’s mittens? Who would dare erase Bernie Sanders from his beloved pair? Well if you are looking where to buy Bernie Sanders mittens, look no further. We have the perfect woven pair of brown mittens (who cares if they are on paper!) They are showcased on this S’mitten for You Card. This card is super cute and perfect for focusing just on the mittens.

OK – I seriously laughed at this Bernie Sanders Valentines Card. The heart headband he’s wearing is hysterical! I messed have missed when he added these final touches at the 2021 Presidental Inquartation. And, this card comes with a PDF sheet of stickers of Bernie and his heart headband.

If if you have a Valentine you can’t keep your hands off of, I spotted this hilarious Can’t Wait to Get My Mitts on You Card, too. You can have this personalized with a message to your Valentine! Just add some spread love not germs hand sanitizer!

These Bernie Sanders Valentines are set up like the cards your kids take to school valentines. There are 4 designs, and you’ll get 3 sheets – 12 Valentine’s total. These would be fun to give out to your family members! What child wouldn’t love Bernie Sanders valentines for kids?

Grab your favorite Bernie Sanders Valentine’s Day Cards so you have them in time for the holiday!

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Year-Round DIY Teacher Gifts

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January 17, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

These DIY teacher gifts are great for showing appreciation for your child’s teacher anytime of year! Teacher Appreciation gifts ideas for Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer & every holiday in between.

Year-Round DIY Teacher Gifts

Teaching is not an easy task. Being in charge of 20 kids for 7-8 hours each day, helping them learn new concepts and be good people. It takes a very patient and strong person for that! We need to make sure we are showing appreciation for our children’s teachers all year long, not just at Christmas or the end of the school year.

That’s why I came up with a list of DIY Teacher Gifts you can give year-round. It makes a wonderful surprise when your child takes a handmade teacher appreciation gift to school when it isn’t a holiday!

DIY Teacher Gifts

Is it a struggle to find a perfect Teacher Gift Idea? Creating an EASY, LOW-COST, ADORABLE gift for teachers has never been easier!

Take a look at our Teacher Appreciation Gift Tag Set. This set includes 12 digital gift cards. Download, print, and cut. One gift idea for every season. Our Teacher gift tag pritnables provide easy teacher gift ideas. Staying organized during the school year is hard enough!

One Year of Teacher Appreciation Gift Tags

Winter Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Spread Loves Not Germs | Frugal Coupon Living

Because it’s necessary for us to keep our hands clean during cold and flu season.

Looking Sharp Teacher | Frugal Coupon Living

What teacher doesn’t love having a supply of Sharpie markers on hand?!

I Like You A Lattee | Frugal Coupon Living

Great for a teacher who is often fueled by coffee!

M&M Christmas Poem | Frugal Coupon Living

A fun treat with a very thoughtful poem for the Christmas holiday.

Fleece Navidad | Frugal Coupon Living

I love this idea. The teacher can keep this blanket in her classroom for extra chilly days.

Spring Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Fan-Cactus Teacher | Frugal Coupon Living

An adorable plant gift that doesn’t have to be watered!

Teacher I’m Glad I Am Stuck With You | Frugal Coupon Living

DIY Teacher gifts that include handy supplies are the best.

Thank to You, I’m No Fool | Frugal Coupon Living

While everyone is creating April Fool’s Day pranks, gift a sweet treat!

Donut What I’d Do With Out You | Frugal Coupon Living

All the teachers will love your child after this sweet treat!

Best Teacher Some Bunny Could Ask For | Frugal Coupon Living

How cute is this Easter gift idea for teachers?!

Show appreciation with this Thanks for Helping Me Bloom gift idea | Lia Griffith

This is a flower bouquet you could keep for an entire year – bonus, you don’t have to water!

Summer Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Thanks A Lattee | Frugal Coupon Living

Another great teacher gift idea for coffee lovers.

Jar of Sunshine | Happy Go Lucky

You could fill these jars with lip balm, candies, – so many fun ideas!

Keep Calm Summer Gift Basket | See Vanesa Craft

Things they can enjoy during the summer break – the ultimate in DIY Teacher Gifts!

Nacho Average Teacher | See Vanessa Craft

If you know a teacher who loves Mexican food, this is the best!

Orange You Glad It’s Summer? | Funky Polkadot Giraffe

So much orange to celebrate a bright teacher.

Fall Teacher Appreciation Gifts

C is for Caffeine | Frugal Coupon Living

Those first few days of school are exhausting. Wake up a tired teacher with caffeine.

Thankful for the Hands that Teacher Me | Frugal Coupon Living

Perfect idea for refilling the classroom’s hand soap supply!

Gobble It Up | Frugal Coupon Living

Because what teacher doesn’t want a nice treat?

Fa-BOO-lous Teacher | Frugal Coupon Living

What a cute Halloween idea!

DIY Apple Candy Clay Pots | Real House Moms

A cute desk ornament for sure! Fill with candy or paper clips.

Germs are Scary | I Should be Mopping the Floor on Eighteen25

Cute sayings for the much needed soap or hand sanitizer in the classroom!

Enjoy these Thankful Thursday Ideas – Teacher Appreciation Gifts. Pin to Pinterest.

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Black Elf on the Shelf Doll

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January 11, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Elf on the Shelf Ideas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media 2 Comments

Looking for a diverse group of Elf on the Shelf dolls? We show you where to buy a Black Elf on the Shelf doll and creative Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily during the Christmas season.

During the month of November and December, we share a new Elf on the Shelf Idea every day. Get these Elf on the Shelf Ideas in your inbox daily during the elf season! Sign up here!

Black Elf on the Shelf Doll

Is there a Black Elf on the Shelf?

If you are looking for a Black Elf on the Shelf doll, you are in luck! Yes, there are diverse Elf on the Shelf dolls. In fact, as CCA & B company has grown, there are now different colored Elf on the Shelf dolls and different genders. As someone who actually has one of the original Elf on the Shelf dolls, I have seen how the doll has changed and new dolls have been introduced. It has been nice to see the evolution of time and inclusion of all genders and ethnic groups.

It is important to know, however, that all official Scout Elves (of all colors and genders) do have a red outfit and white collar. Any colored Elf on the Shelf dolls including purple elf, blue elf, leopard elf, pink elf, camo Elf on the Shelf, and black & white Elf on the Shelf dolls are off brands. You also can not buy a a brown Elf on the Shelf doll only, you will need to get an Elf doll with the Elf on the Shelf Book.

Where can I get a Black Elf on the Shelf?

There are many places to pick up an African American Elf on the Shelf doll.

Walmart Black Elf on the Shelf Boy Dark
Walmart Black Elf on the Shelf Girl Dark
Amazon Black Elf on the Shelf Boy Dark
Amazon Black Elf on the Shelf Boy Girl
Target Dark Elf on the Shelf Black Girl Doll
Target Dark Elf on the Shelf Black Boy
Black Elf on the Shelf Plushee Boy
Black Elf on the Shelf Plushee Girl
Black & White Elf (this is an off brand, Elves behaving badly)

Black Elf on the Shelf Near Me

Another good place to find a black Elf on the Shelf is with shopping locally. On Small Business Friday, the day after Black Friday, consider shopping at mom and pop bookstores near you.

Also specialty stores and boutiques have been known to have Elf on the Shelf kits. Sometimes these Elf sets are available longer than your big box stores and large online retailers. Some boutique stores have had Elf on the Shelf doll only (which is never the original Scout Elf, as Scout Elves comes with a Elf on the Shelf book.)

When is the best time to buy an Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf dolls sell out fast when the Christmas season is here. Buy off season and continue to check in if you do not see the Black Elf on the Shelf sale you want. The Elf on the Shelf set includes a book and doll. You can buy some sets with accessories.

Elf on the Shelf boxes will rarely, if all, be discounted below $24. You mainly will find brown Elf on the Shelf sets closer to $30. Do not wait until after Thanksgiving, or you likely will not find the Elf doll you want.

Keep an eye on our Elf on the Shelf Black Friday deals.

The dark skinned Elf on the Shelf dolls can be used with any family. We have close friends from India, that have used this as an Indian Elf on the Shelf doll.

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 seven years. If you are new to Frugal Coupon Living, welcome! You can view our Elf on the Shelf Master List for a full list of ideas including every idea we have ever done. Sign up here to get new ideas daily in your inbox during the Elf season.

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. (Notice that original Elf on the Shelf doll I spoke of above!)

Want more for your Elf on the Shelf doll(s)? You also can shop our collection of Elf Printables for ideas to cover the entire season!

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Elf on the Shelf Printables

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

Shop Elf Printables + Digital Downloads

Free Elf Printables

We also love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables including Black Elf on the Shelf Names. They are quite North Pole traditional – Snowflake, Tinsel, Faith, Star, Frosty, etc.

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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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.

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

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Mason Jar Valentines with Valentine Gift Tags

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January 7, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Valentine's Day 1 Comment

These low-cost Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas are not only frugal but incredibly easy. Using conversation hearts, create Mason Jar Valentines with a printable Valentine Gift Tag. Print your Valentine gift tags with a printer or using Cricut Design Space and your Cricut machine. As a bonus, take a look at other creative Valentine Cricut Ideas to create your very own DIY Valentine Gifts.

Mason Jar Valentines

If you have followed me for awhile, you know I am all about showing thanks without breaking the bank. These Mason Jar Valentines are such a cute low-cost Valentine gift idea. All that you need to purchase are conversation hearts (or Valentine candy.)

Create these Valentine Mason Jars with a few simple supplies. You can add a cute Valentine Gift Tag “Have a Sweet Valentine’s Day.” Print using a PDF viewer and your printer or create in Cricut Design Space and print with your Cricut Explore Air Machine.

Looking for other easy Valentine gift ideas. Take a look at our Valentine Cricut Ideas to many low-cost, thoughtful Valentine’s Day presents.

Mason Jar Valentine Supplies

Cardstock
Mason jar
Valentine conversation hearts or candy
Ribbon
Hole punch
Valentine Gift Tag Printables
Optional: Cricut machine

Mason Jar Valentine Directions with a Printer

These valentine mason jar gift tags can be created one of two ways. With a printer or with Cricut Design Space and your Cricut machine. These are directions printing Valentine Gift Tags with a PDF viewer and your printer.

Fill a mason jar with Valentine candy like conversation hearts.
Put the lid on the mason jar.
Print off your Valentine Gift Tag on cardstock using a printer.
Cut each tag out and hole punch the top center.
Loop a ribbon through the hole and tie to your candy mason jar gift.
Lastly, gift with love!

Valentine Cricut Ideas

Are you a Cricut junkie? I love some of the simple and easy Cricut crafts you can make with your vinyl cutter. We have many Circut Freebies and Tutorials you can use for any season, but these gifts focus on Cricut Made Valentine Ideas you can gift in February.

Cricut Made Valentines

Valentine Cricut Design Space Directions

Want to create your Valentine Gift Tag with a Cricut machine? I can help. Download our “Have a Sweet Valentine’s Day” PNG file and get started in Design Space.

First, download your PNG file of the Valentine Gift Tags.

Upload your PNG file into Cricut Design Space.

Select the print and then cut option

Resize the cards as needed or use the size provided.

Click the make it button and select your printer. Print the Valentine gift tags on cardstock.

Place your printed gift tags on a cutting mat and load the paper into the Cricut machine.

Cut the cards using your Cricut and then remove from the cutting mat.

Using a hole puncher, punch a hole in the top center.

Thread a piece of ribbon through your hole.

Fill your mason jar with candy and put the lid on tight

Tie the card to the mason jar Valentine gift with your ribbon.

Gift with love.

Download Your Free Valentine Printable

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*Note: The Staples printing 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 mason jar Valentine gift. Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

Also enjoy these Teacher Valentine Gifts You Can Print! Pin to Pinterest.

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Valentine Cake Ideas

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January 3, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media, Valentine's Day 3 Comments

Create a super simple Valentine’s Day Dessert with these Valentine Cake Ideas. Get inspiration from our collection of Valentine’s Day Cakes, Cupcakes, and Cake Pops.

Valentine Cake Ideas

It’s not Valentine’s Day without a sugary treat. Get inspired by these Valentine’s Day Desserts including Valentine cake pops, cupcakes and, of course, cakes. Easy Valentine’s Day Cake ideas for anyone who has been stung by cupids arrow (who am I kidding – even those without a baby in a diaper carrying an arrow will love these tasty treats!)

Valentine Cakes

Let’s get started with some Valentine’s cake. Cakes for the newbie and cakes for the pro.

Guess what makes the hearts on this Simple Valentine’s Day Cake? Your finger. Yep, easy peasy using a standard cake mix, use your finger to create these tasty sweet candy hearts. | Erin Bakes

Twist Red Velvet Cake with this alternative Pink Velvet Cake idea. A pretty pattern of Wilton Candy Hearts makes a bakery cake inspiration. | Liv for Cake

Make mini ombre Valentine’s Day cakes using a cookie cutter. | Hello Little Home

Follow this easy cake decorating tutorial to dress up a cake for Valentine’s Day! Cover your Valentine cake in Candy Conversation Hearts. | Club Crafted

It is incredibly easy to Make a Heart-Shaped Cake without a heart cake pan. | Fabulessly Frugal

Valentine Cupcakes

Baking a mini cake means the calories don’t count – right?! Enjoy these Valentine’s Day cupcakes too.

Make Heart Shaped Cupcakes with this marble hack! | The Simple Parent

These candy cupcakes are a sweet idea for a Valentine’s Day party, or just something fun to do on an afternoon at home with your kiddos! | Lovely Indeed

If there was every a sweet treat that would speak to my heart it would be chocolate and coffee. There’s no red velvet, no pink and red decorations, and no conversation hearts in this Valentine’s Cupcake Recipe, but it will totally hit the spot! | Erica’s Sweet Tooth

These Red Velvet Cupcakes are super moist and topped with a delicious chocolate cream cheese frosting! | Life Love and Sugar

White cupcakes can be enjoyed by people of all ages, they definitely take you back to childhood, no? Make these adorable Love Bug Valentine’s Day Cupcakes for Kids (and adults – wink!) | Big Family Blessings

Speaking of amazing Kids Valentine’s cupcakes, do you have an emoji lover? Make these Valentine’s Smiling Face with Heart Eyes Emoji Cupcakes. | The Inspiration Edit

Valentine Cake Pops

Cake pops are so cool. Enjoy your tasty Valentine’s Day dessert on or off a stick.

The easiest cake pops you will ever make! These Peeps Valentine Cake Pops have only two ingredients.

These cake pops require no baking. Grab a pound cake, cookie cutter and candy melts. | It’s Always Autumn

Do you love cake pops on a stick or are you okay with them as a bite? These Marbled Red Velvet Cake Pops have a fun marbled effect. | Mom Loves Baking

How about a copycat Starbucks Cake Pop? Starbucks would speak sweetly to my heart. Make these Starbucks vanilla cake pops. | Simply Home Cooked

Make a Valentine’s Cake for a Galentine’s Day. See these Galentine’s Day Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Have a teacher? Teachers need a special thanks. Take a look at these Valentine’s Day Teacher Gift Ideas & Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

Get inspired by some of these Valentine’s Day Food Crafts for Kids & Adults. Pin to Pinterest.

Goodbye Elf on the Shelf | 18+ Creative Last Night Ideas

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December 23, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Elf on the Shelf Ideas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media 21 Comments

Goodbye Elf on the Shelf – It’s time to say “Goodbye, Elf on the Shelf!” Your Elf is headed to the North Pole. We’ve rounded up eighteen creative ways to say goodbye to your friend from the North Pole on their last night, including a goodbye letter from Elf on the Shelf, Christmas Eve Elf on the Shelf Ideas, and more!

Goodbye Elf on the Shelf

Even if you’ve just begun the Elf on the Shelf tradition, you might already be wondering how to see your North Pole friend off once Christmas is over. If you have been with us for a long time, you know we do Elf on the Shelf Ideas all November and December long. Since we are the Elf on the Shelf experts, we have spent lots of time finding the best Goodbye Elf on the Shelf ideas. From the moment your Elf on the Shelf comes through the door, it can be a daunting task to come up with and execute creative ideas for Elf to keep the kids happy. So, we put together a list chock-full of ideas for Elf on the Shelf to say good-bye so your last night doesn’t have to be an extra source of stress! Read on to discover a free printable Elf on the Shelf goodbye letter, Christmas Eve Elf on the Shelf ideas, Elf on the Shelf saying goodbye ideas, and lots more!

Tip: If you are forgetful to change your elf, don’t forget our Elf on the Shelf Tip – tried and true, never forget to move your elf again!

When Does Elf on the Shelf Leave?

“When does Elf on the Shelf go home?” New to the Elf on the Shelf Tradition? Are you wondering when the right time for Elf on the Shelf to pack up and leave is? The truth is, the Goodbye Elf on the Shelf tradition varies from family to family. Some families opt to say “Goodbye, Elf on the Shelf” on Christmas Eve so the Elf can get back to the North Pole before Christmas Day. Other families prefer for Elf to be present on Christmas morning when everyone is opening gifts, then make their departure later that same evening.

For most families, however, Elf leaves the night Christmas Eve when Santa drops off the Christmas gifts. That gives your Elf a chance to hop in the big red sack and take a ride home with Santa back to the North Pole. So, for most members of the Elf Moving Committee, you will create your very last Elf idea on December 23rd and set up your Goodbye Elf on the Shelf idea to be discovered the following day. Your kids will say their final goodbyes on Christmas Eve. When your children wake Christmas morning, your Elf will be gone. They will be sad, but you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing you have a whole year before Elf on the Shelf returns!

Is Elf leaving for good? Grab this Elf on the Shelf Retirement Letter. It has a sweet note about all the fun Elf has had over the years with your family.

Elf on the Shelf Retirement Letter

2020 Elf on the Shelf Last Night Idea

Are you still in 2020? I know I asked myself daily (too.) Don’t forget our last night Elf on the Shelf Printable for 2020. Congratulations, you survived 2020!

Elf on the Shelf Christmas Scavenger Hunt

Looking to make your Elf on the Shelf last day extra special? Make your Goodbye Elf on the Shelf activity an adventure for your kids. You can download and print this Christmas Scavenger Hunt and use with or without an Elf on the Shelf Doll.

This Goodbye Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt is a fun way to find stockings Christmas morning. You can also do it on Christmas Eve and lead the kids towards finding a special Christmas Eve Box. This set includes 22 clues for tons of scavenger fun. Choose the route and clues that work well for your home and family!

Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt for Christmas

Elf on the Shelf Postcard

Your kids don’t have to lose touch with Elf, even though they are leaving! Let them keep in contact with Elf on the Shelf with these adorable postcards.

After saying “Goodbye, Elf on the Shelf”, make sure to send a postcard from elf’s travel over the 10+ months he is not with you. The fun lasts all year long!

Shop Elf on the Shelf Postcard SetWe have a postcard for you to send from Elf visiting the North Pole (perhaps right after his return back with Santa), Elf visiting the beach (now that he has time to relax) and even send an Elf Back to School note in August/September when the kids return to school! They will love checking in with their North Pole friend before they get started with school for the year.

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We have an exclusive coupon code. Save 25% off your Elf postcard bundle with code POSTAL. Send your child a postcard a few times throughout the year so saying goodbye isn’t hard!

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Goodbye Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Goodbye Letter from Elf on the Shelf + Gift – Elf brings a disposable camera and letter. Elf lets you make new memories after he’s gone! | Eighteen25

It’s time to say goodbye – Tape Elf to your clock and include a Goodbye Elf on the Shelf letter that reads, “Time to say good-bye!” | Frugal Coupon Living

Elf is all packed up and heading back to the North Pole! This one is great if Elf isn’t catching a ride back on Santa’s sleigh. Put his accessories in the backseat. | A Little Bit Funky

Before Elf goes, have Elf bring cookies for Santa. If your child prefers to make cookies for Santa themselves, the Elf can bring cookie mix or ingredients instead. | Frugal Coupon Living

Another last night idea for Elf: This Goodbye letter from Elf on the Shelf includes a printable letter and hidden candy. Yum! | Pocketful of Paint

Have Elf bring a new Christmas book to read on Christmas Eve (we highly recommend Humphrey’s First Christmas!) | Frugal Coupon Living

Elf on the Shelf Last Day Ideas

See You Next Year! Make your own goodbye letter from Elf on the Shelf with a pair of scissors and a magazine. Cut out the letters you need, and voila! | Frugal Coupon Living

Goodbye Elf on the Shelf packs his bags. Make Elf’s suitcases out of jewelry boxes and a pipe cleaner for the handle. So cute! | Sweet Cheeks Tasty Treats

See our full list of Elf Suitcase Ideas and an Elf on the Shelf Suitcase Printable.

Take a photo of Elf hugging your child goodbye while they are fast asleep on Christmas Eve. | Amy on Pinterest

Try this Elf on the Shelf goodbye hug letter for a sweet last moment. Leave a note on the mirror with a request for a hug before bed. | Stephanie on Pinterest

Touching is okay, just this once! You can let the kids kiss their Elf goodbye. After all, there’s no magic necessary to return to the house! | Balancing Home

Sniff sniff, I’m sad I have to leave. Surround your Elf on the Shelf doll with tissues and a sweet note. | Trina on Pinterest

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Elf on the Shelf Saying Goodbye Ideas

If your Elf is especially silly, let him thank your kids for being in good spirits this year and tell them you will see them next year. | Leslie on Pinterest

It’s the end of Elf’s journey at your house. Here’s Elf approaching the finish line! | A Small Snippet

I love this one — have Elf vanish through a mirror or a glass door, leaving a mysterious note behind. | Frugal Coupon Living

Let Elf deliver Christmas Eve pajamas for your kids to wear on Christmas Eve night and Christmas Morning! | Elf on the Shelf

“Dear Santa, I’m Coming Home Tonight!” Have Elf send a quick email to Santa on the computer. He can even mention that your kids made it to the “Nice” list. | Busy Kids Happy Mom

Let the kids have Christmas breakfast with the Elf before he heads back to the North Pole! | Catch My Party

Looking for Goodbye Elf on the Shelf Ideas? Check out our Elf on the Shelf Door Ideas. You can make a door for Elf’s arrival and for Elf’s departure. Some cute ideas come with Christmas lights, white picket fences and evergreen wreaths. Make Elf’s journey back home as festive as possible. This magic door can be how Elf returns to the North Pole to visit Santa Claus every night!

One final idea for you: Try this The End is Near Goodbye Elf on the Shelf idea this year! Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t forget to say hello! Check out all of our Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

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For this Elf on the Shelf Ribbon Idea, one Scout Elf is rolling another Scout Elf doll.

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