Need four days off from the Elf? Get these Elf Vacation Postcards from Kenya, Paris, Hawaii, and New York. Send postcards from Santa’s helper as your North Pole Elf vacations around the world. 

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Aloha from Hawaii! Bonjour from Paris! Hello from New York! Jambo from Kenya!

Take your Elf doll on an adventure around the world. Your North Pole family Elf is vacationing for a few days and will make a few pits stops before returning back to your home.

The Elf moving committee will enjoy 4 days off with these four printable postcards. In the meantime, your child will check the mailbox each day getting a special postcard for the Elf.

Does Elf go on vacation?

Yes, Elf loves to go on vacation. Road trips, flights, and more, the Elf goes on many vacations during the year after his/her work in the workshop is done. Sometimes Elf goes on vacation with his family, sometimes Elf takes a vacation alone and sometimes the holiday elf travels with you!

Does Elf travel with you?

It is up to each family, mainly the parents, if holiday Elf travels with you. If you plan a vacation with the Elf, it is important to make sure he can be transported for your journey. This can be done in a number of ways, like the family Elf meeting you at your vacation destination or you can transport the little guy using a jar. The special guy can also go on his own vacation while you are on vacation.

How do you transport Elf?

If you are about to leave on vacation, leave the holiday elf a note and let him know you are about to travel. Santa’s helper will take this note back to Santa. Typically Santa gives some extra magic dust for his/her adventure with you. Santa will also put Elf in a mason jar so you can carry the Elf but he/she does not get touched.

Holiday Elf Tip: In the Transportation Jar Elf Idea, try using a plastic jar or container if a child is transporting the family elf.

Elf Ideas while on vacation

If Elf is traveling with you, make sure you are prepared with a few supplies to create the best holiday elf ideas while on vacation.

• Elf brings pajamas
• Elf brings souvenirs
• Elf dresses for the beach
• Elf has on a snow outfit
• Elf Scavenger Hunt
• Elf reads a travel book
• Elf decorates a mini Christmas tree
• Elf packs a suitcase with new clothes
• Elf hides candy canes
• Elf climbs bows up the wall
• Elf send postcards

Postcards from your Elf

We have put together a bundle of four Travel Postcards for the elf. This gives you four days off. Instead, your child will check the mail each day* for a postcard to watch the family elf take a trip around the world – from Hawaii to New York, to Paris, Kenya, and back to your home.

*If you are traveling away from home instead of checking the mailbox, your child can look under the hotel room each day.

One day Elf is missing! Your child is wondering why the family elf didn’t move! In fact, not only did Santa’s helper not move, the Elf is gone. Lead your child to check the mailbox!

Using these vacation postcards, write a new message from Elf each day about Elf’s travels around the globe. These fun Elf postcard images also include hidden elves, just like “Where’s waldo” only “Where’s elf.” Your child can have fun checking the mailbox for four days and enjoy finding Elf the postcards.

Elf Travel Locations

• Paris, France
• Hawaii
• New York City
• Kenya

To Make Your Elf Postcards

1. Get your Elf postcard printables.
2. Cut the postcards out
3. Glue the back and front together
4. Write a message on the back and add your mailing address and child’s name.
5. Put a new letter in the mailbox each day

Four nights of Easy Elf Ideas!

Postcards Printables for The Elf

Find Postcards in the Shop. We have two sets. First, you can grab the holiday vacation postcards that include four days off from the Elf moving committee.  As the elf visits different locations, your child will visit the mailbox each day to see where the Elf went.

You can also grab Elf Beach vacation postcards, back-to-school postcards, or North Pole postcards. This collection of postcards will be used throughout the year, not during the Christmas season.

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Fun Printables

Our most popular printable Christmas ideas for an Elf can be found in our shop. Shop holiday ideas, fun letters, adorable Christmas games, jokes for kids, and so much more!

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It was a bit surprising for me to see The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition Book only without The Elf on the Shelf doll and box. In fact, we know the Official The Elf on the Shelf doll comes with the book and box, never alone and never in a color other than red!

What is The Elf on the Shelf Book About?

The plot of The Elf on the Shelf book describes how Santa’s “Scout Elves” visit homes and watch over day-to-day happenings. The red elves leave to visit the North Pole every night and then go back to their assigned home each morning. By hiding in a new spot each morning, the Scout Elf plays an ongoing game of hide and seek with the family.

In order to get their magic, The Elf on the Shelf explains that Scout Elves get their magic by being named and being loved by a child. At the back of each book, families have an opportunity to write their name and the date that they adopted it. Once the little guy or gal is named, the Scout Elf receives its special Christmas magic, which allows it to fly to and from the North Pole.

But careful. Scout Elf’s magic might disappear if the North Pole visitor is touched. So only one rule for The Elf on the SHelf must be followed – do not touch little friend. The story ends on Christmas Day with The Elf on the Shelf leaving to stay with Santa for the rest of the year until the following Christmas season.

Where can I buy The Elf on the Shelf Book?

The Elf on the Shelf book is not sold individually. The book comes with your Scout Elf doll, however, there are alternatives to buying The Elf on the Shelf Book online.

• Buy The Elf on the Shelf Book Used
• Borrow the Elf on the Book from a Friend
• Check out The Elf on the Shelf Book from a Library
• Get the Miniature Book
• Use some of the other brand books

What are other The Elf on the Shelf Books?

As The Elf on the Shelf brand has expanded, so has their book collection too. The Lumistella company and Author by Chanda Bell have released new Pets and Elves at Play books so you can read more about Scout Elf and his/her adventures.

If you are looking for more Scout Elf collection of books, try some of these fun books to read with the kids.

• In the Case of Elftastrophe An Elf Emergency Guide for Being Touched.
• The Elf on the Shelf’s A Night Before Christmas Book
• Scout Elf Pets: An Artic Fox Tradition Book
• Scout Elf Pets: A Reindeer Tradition Book
• Scout Elf Pets: A St. Bernard Tradition
• An Elf Story Book with Sound (used)
• The Elf on the Shelf Coloring and Activity Book Set

How to Catch an Elf is another precious Christmas book if your child loves books about holiday elves.

Miniature The Elf on the Shelf Book

You can get The Elf on the Shelf mini book printable for both your child and their little friend to have their very one elf!

Update: The Elf on the Shelf Book PDF free from Fabyuleus Elf Duo is no longer available, find a similar printable The Elf on the Self box kit.

You can also grab a Free Miniature The Elf on the Shelf Printable Story Book only on ElfontheShelf.com. Print The Elf on the Shelf Book PDF free and cut and gift to your miniature doll.

Also, purchase a miniature The Elf on the Shelf Book. This is a plastic mini Elf on the Shelf book version and comes with a cute inflatable chair and buffalo plaid blanket.

The Elf on the Shelf Doll Only

Like I shared above. It is rare for you to find a book to purchase alone. The same is true of finding ThHe Elf on the Shelf doll only.

When you buy TheElf on the Shelf, there are some important features to look for. The Original The Elf on the Shelf dolls come with a red Elf, a box, and a book. There are Imposter Ideas everywhere, but the real Scout Elf will have a book and a box.

One official Scout Elf doll you can get alone is the World’s Smallest The Elf on the Shelf doll. We have some cute miniature The Elf on the Shelf Ideas in our Master list.

Now you can also buy The Elf on the Shelf dolls with different genders and ethnicities. See where to buy a darker-skinned doll.

Unboxing The Elf on the Shelf

You can see a quick video of me Unboxing The Elf on the Shelf. Our set came with both The Elf on the Shelf book, Scout doll, a box, and a gingerbread costume and house!

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Christmas Printables Ideas

Discover the ultimate fun in our digital download wonderland! These Christmas printables can be used alone or you can create really fun ideas for a North Pole Visitor. Check out the Frugal Coupon Living shop for the hottest ideas, featuring holiday activities, games, kid-friendly jokes, letters, notes, and a whole lot more!

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Christmas Resources for The Elf on the Shelf

Here at Frugal Coupon Living, our mission is to make The Elf on the Shelf season a breeze. We’re no newcomers to the Scout Elf game, boasting over a decade of experience. With a dedicated fan club spanning these ten years, we’ve curated a treasure trove of delightful ideas for your holiday season. Our collection of The Elf on the Shelf resources are your one-stop-shop for crafting the most memorable Scout Elf moments for your family as well. Join us in making this Christmas truly magical!

What is The Elf on the Shelf?

Embrace the cherished Christmas tradition of The Elf on the Shelf, which revolves around a captivating storybook and an adorable Scout Elf doll. This enchanting book, filled with poetic rhymes, unveils the purpose behind the Scout Elf’s visits.

Like clockwork, the little red visitor graces our homes each Thanksgiving and embarks on a nightly journey to and from the North Pole. Every morning, the thrill lies in discovering the Scout Elf in a brand-new, imaginative hiding spot within the house. From peeking out of the refrigerator to fishing in the sink, leaving mirror messages, or swinging from the lights, the North Pole Visitor’s antics never cease to amuse. But remember, there’s a cardinal rule to uphold: never touch the Scout Elf, for it’s the key to preserving their Christmas magic! Each family has the privilege of christening their very own Scout Elf with a special name. Finally, as Christmas Eve dawns, these loyal Scout Elves bid us farewell, returning to their North Pole workshop alongside Santa, awaiting their next wondrous adventure

More Helpful The Elf on the Shelf Ideas Links

Frugal Coupon Living has earned its reputation as the ultimate destination for The Elf on the Shelf ideas. We take pride in our ability to consistently bring joy by relocating our beloved North Pole visitor year after year. With an extensive collection of printable concepts, essential resources, delightful Scout Elf shenanigans, and much more, consider us your go-to resource for maintaining your holiday spirit and sanity throughout the entire Christmas season.

Explore the handy The Elf on the Shelf links to unleash your creativity, access free printables, and find answers to your Scout Elf inquiries.

• The Elf on the Shelf Ideas – A comprehensive starter guide encompassing all things Scout Elf, featuring some of our top posts and downloadable content.
• Largest List of The Elf on the Shelf Ideas – Boasting over 1,000 imaginative The Elf on the Shelf concepts, this ever-expanding list receives daily additions throughout November and December.
• The Elf on the Shelf Questions and Answers – Whether you’re a novice with a Scout Elf or need a refresher on The Elf on the Shelf rules, peruse our frequently asked questions to become an instant Scout Elf expert.
• Free Christmas Elf Ideas Printables – Sign up for our emails and seize the opportunity to obtain these complimentary Christmas Elf digital downloads, aiding your ideas for the elf-repositioning season. These include a calendar, notes, coloring pages, inspiring ideas, and more.
• DIY Bendable The Elf on the Shelf – Transform your Scout Elf into a versatile poser with this simple, no-sew tutorial on creating a bendable Scout Elf.
• Christmas Elf Ideas Shop with Digital Downloads – Explore one of the finest shops brimming with printable resources to elevate your holiday season.
•  Ideas Emails – Receive daily emails featuring fresh ideas to enhance your Elf Moving Committee ideas and holiday experience.

Join the holiday fun on social media! Dive into the Pinterest Board of Ideas for Elves for inspiration and share your own festive adventures. Got a fresh Scout Elf idea we haven’t explored yet? Curious about some Scout Elf secrets? Don’t be shy – drop a comment here or on Pinterest! Let’s keep The Elf on the Shelf excitement alive together!

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Download, print, and play mini-games for Christmas elves. These cute Christmas elf-sized games for kids include Bingo, Tic-Tac-Toe, Battleship, Dot game, Maze, & more. New creative, funny, and original North Pole Visitor’s daily.

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If we are talking Elf props and accessories, we have to think about a small scale. We know elves love antics, mischief, and fun and nothing describes that more than Elf games. These adorable mini-board games allow you to print and play right away so your child can enjoy some fun with the little guy over the holiday season.

Elf-Sized Game Boards

Want to bring excitement and entertainment to your newest Elf idea? These miniature board games are so adorable for your holiday Elf. Simply download, print, cut and play!

Supplies Needed

• An Elf
• Peppermints (for game pieces)
• Scissors
• Printer
• Printer ink
• Cardstock or printer paper
• Markers, pens, and or pencils
• Game Boards (see below)

Instructions

Once you have your game boards printed, use a pair of scissors to cut them apart. Have elf deliver these good little games.

Your child can play with their siblings, friends, and or family.

This set includes the play version of …

• Miniature coloring pages
• Mini Tic-Tac-Toe games
• Mini Battleship board game
• Mini Dot Game Grid
• Mini Bingo Bards
• Mini Christmas Maze

If you are to host a Christmas party, these make adorable holiday party games. Add them (along with markers and crayons) to the kids’ table for a few cute accessories and instant tabletop games.

We also have a party game set the older kids, teens, and adults. Enjoy these Christmas Minute to Win It Games and Christmas Party Games.

More Mini-Game Ideas with Elves

Love games? Take a look at all these fun game ideas for your holiday visitor or grab these Elf party game ideas too.

Instead of your regular elf arriving, have a miniature Elf arrive with these fun games. Want a miniature Elf? You can grab the World’s Smallest Elf here! How about adding a mini-book too?

How to Print Miniature Games

Our most popular printables can be found in our Christmas Store. Shop costumes, our games, cute props, and so much more! You can find this miniature game set in the Frugal Coupon Living shop. It’s seasonal content, so you don’t see it there, it’s because it isn’t “tis the season” – wink wink.

However, we wouldn’t leave you without a freebie!

Mini Board Games Print and Play Printables

Free Christmas Elf Printables

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Spread good cheer with these adorable pennant flags with short Christmas sayings! Download and print, this easy elf idea can be created in minutes! New creative, funny, and cute  Ideas for Elves daily.

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The best way to get into the Christmas spirit is to spread good cheer to others. Christmas sayings can send plenty of messages to a receiver. They can be funny Christmas sayings that offer laughter. They can be nice Christmas sayings that offer comfort and warmth.

Spread holiday spirit through Christmas cards and greetings or your holiday elf using these short Christmas sayings.

What are some short Christmas sayings?

Spread a little holiday cheer with a few Christmas sayings.  Your voice, written or spoken, can share in the magic of Christmas and gift a warm heart to a stranger or friend. Christmas sayings are great for Christmas cards, salutations, greetings of Hello, Christmas décor, and Christmas elf sayings.

When looking for a few messages with each of these ideas, take a look at these cozy winter sayings.

Cute Christmas Sayings

• I’m Watching You
• Good Tidings of Comfort
• Team Nice
• Snow Much Fun
• Son of a Nutcracker
• Elf on Duty
• Merry & Bright
• Jingle All the Way
• Dear Santa, I Can Explain
• Santa Stop Here
• Merry Christmas
• Winter Wonderland
• Oops
• Holly Jolly
• Ho Ho Ho
• Naughty is the New Nice
• Nice-ish
• Better Not Pout
• Merry Grinchmas
• Baby It’s Cold Outside
• Do You Wanna Build a Snowman
• Snow Place Like Home
• It Wasn’t Me
• Deck the Halls
• Proven Naughty
• Tis the Season to Sparkle
• Someone’s Tinsel is in a Tangle
• Peace on Earth
• Most Wonderful Time of the Year
• No Peaking

Now that we have some of these precious Christmas sayings for signs, add them to Christmas letter boards or create adorable holiday signs for your North Pole friend.

Cute Pennant Flag Ideas for Christmas Elves

In the true spirit of Christmas, we’ve put together a few fun Christmas sign sayings. These Christmas quotes are turned into Elf flag props. Take a look at these short Christmas quotes as well as ideas on how to use them and the props needed to execute your idea.

First, you need to make your printable signs. Follow these simple instructions and you will have 12 Christmas pennant flags. Download your pennant flag file, which you will print on regular paper or white cardstock. I really like this pack of letter-sized Astrobrights white card stock. Using scissors or a paper trimmer, cut out the flag shape (two triangles attached.) Use a glue stick to attach the flags to a bamboo kitchen skewer (aka mini wooden dowel) and connect the end pieces. You also can use a small piece of scotch tape. You will have twelve different signs displayed as black and white Christmas pennant flags.

Now for the magic of the season! Using your Christmas sign flags and holiday elf doll, try some of these cute Christmas Pennant Flag ideas.

I’m Watching You

Idea: Does your child have a messy room? Did they get in trouble at school? Talk back? Bring this  Prescription paired with a sign that reminds your child Elf and Santa are watching.

Materials: Prescription, pen, Elf

Team Nice

Idea: Everyone is looking to be on the nice list! Create your own naughty and nice list or print ours in the free printable library.

Materials: Naughty and nice list, pen, Elf

Elf on Duty

Idea: This arrival sign is a fun Arrival Idea for the first day. For Elf’s arrival, add this sign to remind everyone who is in charge of reporting to Santa.

Materials: Elf

Merry & Bright

Idea: There’s nothing brighter than a rainbow. Pair this sign with a cute Skittles Rainbow. Or find the brightest, loudest ugly Elf Christmas sweater for a cute idea.

Materials: Skittles, plate, water, ugly sweater, Elf

Santa Stop Here

Idea: Start a Christmas countdown of the days until Christmas and make sure your favorite little guy announces and reminds “Santa Claus to stop here.”

Materials: Construction paper, marker, Elf

Oops

Idea: Create a messy idea and deny all plausibility with this fun sign.

Materials: varies, Elf

Holly Jolly

Idea: This fun sign can be paired with any festive Christmas activity. We think it would be a great pair with Christmas cookies. Bring the ingredients let your child put together the recipe and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa. By the way, I cannot lie, Christmas calories don’t count.

Materials: Cookie ingredients, Elf

Better Not Pout

Idea: Are you trying to correct any behavior? If your child has seen some occasions that might be placed one the naughty list, use Elf to offer some encouragement with a “better not pout” sign. Deliver with a behavior note notice.

Materials: Behavior note, Elf

It Wasn’t Me

Idea: Need a little mischief or mess? For another fun idea, find a good messy idea and have elf deny any part of the mess.

Materials: varies, Elf

Deck the Halls

Idea: Sometimes these sayings just make no sense. Take some of these funny Christmas sayings and make them incredibly literal. Hang a deck of playing cards down the hall. Attach these cards to green and red ribbons and hang them like Christmas banners. Have Elf holding the deck the halls decorative flag.

Materials: Deck of cards, yarn or string, tape, Elf

Peace on Earth

Idea: The true spirit of Christmas lies in peace… or peas. Let me explain. What if you play with this phrase? Pose the Elf on top of a globe (You can print a world from Google if you wish.)  You could even add a bag of peas, for peas on earth. Have Elf holding the sign.

Materials: Globe or printed world, peas, Elf

No Peaking

Idea: Put some newly wrapped Christmas presents under the tree. The kids will love the anticipation of what might be inside. Place Elf holding a “no peaking” sign.

Materials: Presents, Elf

These are only ideas.

These fun pennants can also be used as gift tags and holiday decorations. You can pair these cute Christmas flags with whichever elf idea you desire or use them around the house as cute Christmas decorations and photo props.  Imagine all the members of your family holiday a Christmas pennant in the framed family photos during December.

Christmas Pennant Flag Printables

Our most popular printables can be found in our Store. Shop costumes, flags, fun jokes, printable Christmas notes and so much more!

It’s ready to spread some Christmas Cheer! Are you ready to download your twelve printable pennant flags for your visitor?

Download these adorably cute Christmas Pennant flags for elves. These fun Christmas flags printable PDF files add the magic of the holiday season to your Christmas ideas. Print your digital file, cut the flags, and attach them to bamboo skewers, or straws with a glue stick.

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In a world full of plain bagels, be a sprinkled donut. Bring this funny Elf note and dress your family North Pole visitor in a Donut outfit. New creative, funny, and original Ideas for Elves daily.

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

For many of these holiday ideas for elves, make sure you have an elf that can bend. You can do that easily with our Bendable Elf utorial.  You also can shop our collection of Printables for ideas to cover the entire season!

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Donut Costume Idea

In this fun Elf donut idea, cut out your strawberry or chocolate doughnut and add this fun Elf note with a silly little message…

In a world full of plain bagels, be a sprinkled donut!

Bring a little sparkle and laughter to your child’s heart.

Supplies Needed

• Elf Doll
• Elf Donut Costume
• Elf Donut Printable Note

There are other ideas for cute Donut Costumes for elves! Take a look at this fun Donut Be Naughty PJ’s and on Etsy, a fun Christmas Elf Doughnut Costume.

Donut Costume Printable for Elf

Grab this adorable Donut Costume with printable note – In a world full of plain bagels… be a sprinkled donut! Doesn’t the holiday elf have an irresistible sense of humor?

Use this funny donut graphic with any type of North Pole visitor! For the perfect touch, pair with a breakfast including donuts with sprinkles!

Our most popular printables can be found in our Elf Store. Shop holiday ideas, fun letters, adorable Christmas games, jokes for kids, and so much more!

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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.

Every North Pole Elf needs a few accessories. Enjoy the Best Props for elves plus Photo Booth Printables for Social Media including some of your favorite social media apps. New creative, funny, and original Ideas for Holiday Elves daily.

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We are back, and so is the holiday elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Ideas for Elves daily (in November and December) for the past seven years. You can view our Huge List for a full list of ideas including every idea we have ever done.

Of course, it’s nice to have a list of ideas, but before you begin, you need an Elf that can move into many of these creative ideas.

How do I prop my Elf ?

For many elf prop ideas, you want an elf that can prop up or bend. Follow this DIY Bendable Elf tutorial.  In under 10 minutes, you can have a bendable, moveable Christmas Elf that can take all sorts of positions. The thicker you wire your elf, the more likely you can get your Elf to stand or bend.

Elf Stand

Can Elf stand? Of course. Other ways to prop your Elf are with string, tape, and leaning against a solid object. Having a clear 12 inch doll stand (typically for a Barbie) is a very helpful Elf prop.

Another way to get the holiday Elf to stand is using the standing prop. Having an Elf standing up can change all of your ideas. A new Elf prop this year is the Stand prop. This standing gear includes fun shoes and plastic pants so that the little guy can stand up.

Best Props for Christmas Elves

When you have an Elf that can move, you want to create scenes with the best props. Elf accessories are the perfect way to tell what is happening in a scene. They are the sprinkles and cherry on top of the ice cream.

We’ve talked about 12 items every mom needs including marshmallows, cotton balls, a dry erase marker, and more. Let’s take that list a step further with the best Elf props.

 Costumes

 Notes

Miniature  Book

Latex Balloons

Shopkins Real Littles

Inflatable Drink Holders

Twister Board

Letter Boards

Fairy Door

Elf-Sized Chair

Photo Booth Props for Social Media 

Candy Canes

Photo Booth Printables for Social Media

Want to bring a silly idea to your Christmas Elf doll? Download these digital elf-sized photo booth printables. Three adorable ideas that bring your doll to life through social media. Get these cute Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook Photo Booth Frame Templates for Christmas Elves.

Facebook Photo Booth Frame

In the Facebook Photo Booth Frame Template, Elf’s family is “making the nice list” Is 500,000,000 likes too many? Of course not!

Instagram Photo Booth Frame

Look at this Instagram Photo Frame.  Your family Elf is the “elf on the week.” It’s official when it’s on the Headquarters Elf Instagram account.

Twitter Photo Booth Frame

Is that a bird chirping? No, it’s only a Christmas Elf! Believe in your Selfie Twitter Photo Booth Frame.

Our most popular printables can be found in our Store. This includes our social media photo booth frame templates for Elf. Also shop costumes, fun games, jokes for kids, and so much more!

We highly suggest you take a look at our winning Esty Elf Props set. This includes the fun Social Media Photo Booth Props Boards.

Shop Elf Etsy Props Etsy Set Digital Downloads

Fun Printables

Our most popular printable Christmas ideas for an Elf can be found in our shop. Shop holiday ideas, fun letters, adorable Christmas games, jokes for kids, and so much more!

Shop Printables for Elves + Holiday Digital Downloads

Free Christmas Elf Printables

We also love sharing Elf printables! Get all of our free Elf 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 to the free printable elf props for Santa’s helper!

Free Printables Step-by-Step Directions

1.) Enter your email address here.

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

3.) We will send you a Free Printables Welcome Email with a 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 Printables.

By downloading digital downloads you are accepting the copyright terms and permissions that this is for personal use, non-commercial use. Please contact Frugal Coupon Living with any questions. If you don’t have a printer, use Staples Online Printing.

I am happy to share printables. When sharing with others, please lead them to my website instead of emailing them the file(s). Thanks for visiting and thanks for sharing with others!

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.

Looking for cute, printable games that your Christmas Elf can play? These printable playing cards are a fun way to entertain the kids. Download tiny paying cards and enjoy games like Go Fish, War & more. New creative, funny, and original Ideas for Elves daily.

Want new ideas for your elf moving advnetures in your inbox daily in the month of November & December? Sign up here!

Disclosure: Frugal Coupon Living (the website, blog, and all social media channels) is not associated with CCA and B, LLC d/b/a The Lumistella Company, home of the official The Elf on the Shelf and Scout Elf.

Who doesn’t love a good family card game? Whether it’s a game of solitaire or a group game like go-fish, card games are fun… And with fun, comes the release of endorphins… And with something tiny and cute, comes laughter and memories.

Download these miniature playing cards and have a great time with them this holiday season.

How can I print my own playing cards at home?

To print your own printable deck of cards at home, you need a deck of cards template PDF. Make sure you have supplies including a printer, printer ink, and printer paper. Printing on cardstock will give you strong and sturdy cards and a laminator will give you a glossy finish.

Follow along for instructions on printing a deck of cards and using it with or without a holiday elf visitor.

Printable Playing Cards

Ready to bring a little bit of Christmas cheer to your house? How about a fun activity for your child and their North Pole visitor?

It’s effortless to download and print your playing cards PDF. Grab a few supplies and follow these directions for how to get your set of miniature playing cards.

Supplies

• An Elf
• Deck of Playing Cards Printable PDF (see below)
• Printer
• Printer Ink
• Cardstock or Printer Paper
• Scissors
• Glue Stick

Instructions

First, you need your deck of cards downloadable templates. This will give you a standard deck or quantity of 52 playing cards and the back of the cards. Includes hearts, spades, diamonds and clubs. In addition to the cards Ace to King, you will get 2 jokers and 2 Elf shoes.  You can put aside these mini-card additions if they do not fit your game.

Print your printable playing cards. For the best quality, this is best printed on cardstock and maybe sent to your local copy center.

Cut each card out as well as the back of the card. Using a glue stick, glue the back and front together. The final dimensions for each card will be approximately 0.9 inches wide x 1.3 inches tall.

Tip: For a smooth finish, consider laminating your cards before you cut them.

Also, check out our mini board game printables for your Elf doll!

Can these be used without a Christmas Elf?

Yes, this printable deck of mini-playing cards is versatile and can be played without a Christmas Elf.

Have fun playing card games with your child. Go Fish, War, and more. Take a look at other card game ideas and some of the best games in our family game night bucket list set.

This mini-card deck can also be played for some of the oldest games. Allow the adults to play Texas Hold ’em, Poker, Black Jack, and more.

How to Get Printable Playing Cards

Our most popular printables can be found in our store. Shop costumes, our game boards, jokes for kids and so much more! You can find this miniature game set in the Frugal Coupon Living shop. It’s seasonal content, so you don’t see it there, it’s because it isn’t “tis the season” – wink wink.

Shop Printables for Elves + Holiday Digital Downloads

Free Christmas Elf Printables

We also love sharing Elf printables! Get all of our free Elf 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 to the free printable elf props for Santa’s helper!

Free Printables Step-by-Step Directions

1.) Enter your email address here.

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

3.) We will send you a Free Printables Welcome Email with a 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 Printables.

By downloading digital downloads you are accepting the copyright terms and permissions that this is for personal use, non-commercial use. Please contact Frugal Coupon Living with any questions. If you don’t have a printer, use Staples Online Printing.

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.