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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | I’m Back Gumdrops

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

published date: November 05, 2017
modified datt: November 17,2019

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 spells it out – I’m Back Gumdrops!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | I’m Back Gumdrops

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | I'm Back Gumdrops

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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 Idea EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

I’m Back Gumdrops! We have a few ways for you to reintroduce your Elf into your home. First, Elf comes back with a welcome back package. Second, Elf comes back through an Elf Door.  Third, Elf Comes Back as a Thanksgiving Turkey! Today we have another option, I’m Back Gumdrops. This can also be done with Skittles, M&Ms, alphabet pasta and more!

For this idea, you might notice on the side a cube (Santa Says Hi!) from the Elves At Play Kit!  This kit is for any parent that lacks nighttime creativity. Not only does it gives you some supplies, the box is full of ideas on how to do creative things with your elf! From swings, to suction shoes, signs, string, a chair and more. Tips, Tricks and Tools to inspire your Elf!

Also take a look at this kit; the Elf on the Shelf Scout Elves At Play Paper Crafts. This kit includes 30 pop-out projects. Pop Out. Fold Up. Play On.

See all of our Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas. So many ways to say I’m Back and Hello!



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, cause you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. So many more to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE Printables!  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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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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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | North Pole Mail from Santa

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

published date: December 16, 2018
modified datt: November 17,2019

Special Delivery. Elf delivers North Pole Mail from Santa. 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 | North Pole Mail from Santa

Special delivery! Elf delivers North Pole Mail from Santa

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

North Pole Mail from Santa! Special delivery! Elf delivers North Pole Mail from Santa, but not your typical way!

Supplies Needed:

  • Elf on the Shelf or Elf on the Shelf Boy Girl Set
  • String
  • Printer Paper
  • Red Writing Pen


See all of our Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas. So many ways to say I’m Back and Hello!



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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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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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | I’m Back Sign!

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

published date: November 24, 2017
modified datt: November 17,2019

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! Welcome the return of Elf with this I’m Back Sign for an Elf Arrival Idea.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | I’m Back Sign!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | I'm Back Sign!

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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 Idea EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

Elf on the Shelf I’m Back Ideas

I’m Back Sign! Alright guys, let me let you in on a little secret. I have been doing Elf on the Shelf for years. Sometimes I run out of creativity. In addition to lack of creativity, I am on bed rest with twins who tried to make their arrival at 28 weeks. THUS, I needed help with the Elf this year. I am crafty. I can be creative. But I needed support. With that, Etsy became my friend this Elf on the Shelf season!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | I'm Back Sign!

I picked up some wonderful things on Etsy I can’t wait to share with you, including this I’m Back Sign Elf Sign.  This was incredibly easy for a mom who can’t get out of bed. Hand the Elf to the husband. Hand him the I’m back Elf on the Shelf sign. Ask him to find a place to place Elf. Easy, Peasy. Little effort.

I’m Back Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Arrival

There are many other creative ways to welcome back Elf. One other idea we have used is an Elf on the Shelf Door. Elf can return through the Elf door, Elf can leave through the Elf Door.


See all of our Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas. So many ways to say I’m Back and Hello!

See also all of our Elf on the Shelf Good-bye Ideas for the Last Night and Day. Pin these to Pinterest to save because you will be too tired to come up with creative ideas later!

Looking for Elf on the Shelf Printables? We have you covered. Like really covered! We love making Elf printables to make your life with Elf easy.

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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 to Pinterest because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. So many more to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE Printables!  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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Elf on the Shelf Ideas

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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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Welcome Back Package

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

published date: November 01, 2017
modified datt: November 17,2019

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 returns with a Welcome Back Package for Arrival!

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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 Idea EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

WELCOME BACK ELF! We have a couple ways for you to reintroduce your Elf into your home. Today we start with a package or a special delivery! Consider cutting a hole through the top of the package and having elf pop through. It’s an adorable idea and your kids will find Elf when they head to school that morning waiting for them on the front porch. Consider adding treats in your box, fake snow, or keep it empty (if the kids don’t need an extra “just because gift!” In our photo, we added some doll house packages. You could also pair this idea with our FREE Elf Postcard (another one here). Also take a look at these adorable Christmas gifts, could be cute at the door too!

See all our ways to Welcome Elf on the Shelf with these First Day Ideas.

Elf Printables

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5. Enjoy your Elf on the Shelf Printables.

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, cause you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. So many more to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE Printables!  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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We can’t do this alone. Don’t forget WE WANT YOU! We would love to share your ideas too. Send us your easy, creative and Funny Elf on the Shelf Ideas! We might not be able to share them all, but we will share some creative ideas! Pin to Pinterest.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

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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DIY Fixer Upper Farmhouse Style Ideas

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November 17, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: DIY, Facebook, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: June 11, 2017
modified datt: November 17,2019

Fixer Upper Farmhouse Style Ideas

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I find myself creative but only through the inspiration of others. It’s the truth. I am a copy cat the personalizes my home, wardrobe, recipes, all through the inspiration and look of others. I am also rather frugal so both the budget and the inspiration of others were my primary focus when finding these Fixer Upper Farmhouse Style looks. I hope these finds lead you to demolition day, shiplap walls, and some adorable rustic vignettes.

I learned from a friend (Unclutterit) and the source that the more clutter you have, the more dust that accumulates, the more the energy stagnates, and the less likely you are to clean. That being said, create little vignettes in your home that are simple and offer peace! Take a look at these 5 Quick Tips for a Farmhouse Style Vignette | Little Vintage Nest

You guys! Wow. I could not believe my eyes on the before and after of this farmhouse bookcase. She took a traditional bookshelf and make it the perfect farmhouse DIY decor! Amazing. | Worthing Court Blog

Why buy when you could make. Get the tutorial on this homemade Chalk Paint. | Frugal Coupon Living.

Oh my goodness, I am in love. In love with DIY Farmhouse Table and chalk distressed chairs. I love how every chair is different. This farmhouse kitchen table is so unique and perfect. | Sweet Pickins Furniture


I really love mirrors. Not only do they open up a room and make a space look bigger, they also bring light into the room especially if opposite a light source, like a window! For this frugal farmhouse idea, find the cheapest mirror you can and personalize it with a wood frame! | The Wood Grain Collage

There is a lot that makes me drool on Fixer Upper but one items I have always coveted is Joanna’s Mason Jar Cup Holder. It mgiht not be Mason Jars, but it holds cups for my favorite beverage – DIY Pallet Coffee Cup Holder | One Little Bird Blog

Add a touch of greenery to your home with these ready-to-print free fern botanical prints. | Frugal Coupon Living

I really fell in love with these handmade hanging lanterns. Best of all the inside of the lantern is a flameless candle so there is no need to work with wiring.  | Worthing Court Blog

Shanty to Chic always does amazing things. I think her kids must self sustain themselves with all she can done and then make it miraculously easy for the rest of us. Thanks for making this DIY Farmhouse table so frugal! | Shanty 2 Chic

We were lucky enough to have book shelves in our home when we moved in, but I do so bad of keeping them simplistic. Take a look at this homemade farmhouse bookshelf. I love how she keeps the farmhouse display light (not too cluttered) – Restoration Hardware Knock Off Rolling Bookshelf | Cherished Bliss

Anyone else obsessed with the Dollar Tree? It might not have items that have the most amazing quality but it has a fun, frugal cost and there is so much you can up-cycle from the store! The Little House of Four took everything Dollar Tree and turned it into some amazing Farmhouse Vignettes – that is an amazing dollar store craft idea! | The Little House of Four

There is nothing original about this mom – she created an amazing Farmhouse Style work of art – DIY Painted Canvas Farmhouse Sign | Unorginal Mom

I didn’t need this in my home until I saw it. Now I do. DIY Chalkboard Calendar – this is a farmhouse style win! | Thistle Wood Farms

Since we are talking about needs, Ella Claire showed us another need. Make this DIY Rustic Candle Holder. Consider us Fixer Upper inspired. | Ella Claire Inspired

A rustic wooden ladder is so cute and so easy. Consider adding hooks and clips during Christmas – it would look so fun holding Christmas cards from friends and family! | Cherished Bliss

You don’t have a farmhouse without cotton! Grab a bundle (you can find some here) and decorate in a rustic vase! | Gin Creek Kitchen

Upcycle a Farmhouse Table with this homemade chalk paint tutorial| Frugal Coupon Living

Faux moss balls can be so expensive. Why spend when you can save? Take a look at these DIY Textured Moss Balls | Stone Gable Blog

From Natural to Fabulous – take a look at these DIY Farmhouse Shelves – a total Fixer Upper Style win! | Lolly Jane

Don’t spend a lot of money looking in antique shops, when creating your very own farmhouse style take a look at this DIY Tobacco Basket | anderson + grant

This project might not be the easiest, but take a look at this farmhouse tutorial on how to create Faux Reclaimed Wood Countertops. She even breaks it down by price point and expense! | The Remodelaholic

When decorating a guest or little girls room, consider this fun idea – a DIY Yarn Tassel Bedskirt. | My Sister’s Suitcase

When creating your humble abode, you need the right Farmhouse Paint Colors! Take a look at this entire list of calm paint colors for your home. | Fyne’s Design


Inspired your Joanna Gaines with these Fixer Upper Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Have an older home? Save these Older Home Improvement Hacks. Pin to Pinterest.

Also enjoy these Weekend DIY Farmhouse Projects. 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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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.


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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.

Elf of the Shelf Surveillance Printable


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Nanny Appreciation Week and Babysitter Gift Ideas

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November 13, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Kids, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: October 05, 2018
modified datt: November 13,2019

Nanny appreciation week is the last week of September. Take a look at these creative ways to recognize your nannie as well as babysitter gift ideas to make your caregiver feel loved!

Nanny Appreciation Week

So I am new to the nanny circuit. When we had Elijah, our third, in 2016, I was able to juggle him and work from home. Work often was based on his nap schedule and because he was such a good baby, he would play while I quickly got up a post, worked on social media content, or managed the day to day tasks of owning a small business. When Eli was around 7 months old, we learned we were pregnant. At our 9 week check-up, we learned it was twins. Initially, considering a nanny wasn’t even on our radar. Our income came in and quickly went out to a list of designated spots – mortgage, groceries, retirement, activities, etc. You name it! I understood living paycheck to paycheck, I still do. After accepting the fact, twins were on the way and we would have 3 children under 14 months of age, I was either going to quit the blog, or we were going to have to shift some financial matters… we chose the later.

How to Find a Nanny

My husband I researched the benefit of preschools and nannies. The benefits of having a nanny far outweighed sending the kids to preschool, especially at such young ages. This kept the kids in a familiar environment, allowed me to still work flexibly (and help), and also gave us help with the day to day happenings in the home. The twins were born premature and weighted only four and a half pounds. I knew they would need me their first few months and being able to work and having them in the next room was so important to me.  We found our nanny on Care.com. Care did background checks for us and allowed us to interview and learn about a number of nannies. I can’t tell you how many commercials I saw over the years and thought “I would never hire a care taker on that site” …God laughs! We are so blessed to have picked the nanny direction and I swear God placed the right nanny in our life! She is fun, she is engaging, she sticks to the schedule I proved her (I am a Babywise mama!), and most importantly, she loves on our kids (and visa versa)!

National Nanny Recognition Week

Since 1998, Nanny Appreciation Week aka National Nanny Recognition Week has been observed the last week of September to recognize and celebrate nannies. I had no idea about this before our current nanny, but as a “Pinterest Mom” I was sure going to rock it! The pressure was on!

Nanny or Baby Sitter Candy Bar Letter

The first thing we did was a Candy Bar Letter. I have seen many candy bar letters in my lifetime (Father’s Day, coaches, teachers, etc) but I have never done one for a caregiver. Making the adjustment wasn’t too hard, our letter read…

To Our Hot Tamale aka Super Nanny, You are Mounds of fun, bring us many Snickers and Joy (add Almond Joy and cross off the almond, we forgot it), and you rarely Take 5 for yourself.  We were going to give you a million bucks on Payday, but the money slipped through our Butterfinger (add a s).  After paying a sad Symphony, we decide to Orbit the Milky Way to tell you that we love you to Pieces. We are Extra lucky as you were Ment (take off os) for us. Love, your little Peeps.


Since Nanny Appreciation is a week long, we did something fun and surprising for each day – sorta like a treasure hunt for our nanny. The first thing we acknowledge was all the “crap” she took – after all, she is changing diapers for three boys daily which easily equates to over a dozen diapers a day, many filled with… crap.

Gift Ideas for Babysitter or Nanny

Day 1 – Starbucks Gift Card

The first place we hid our treasure hunt was in the diaper changing station, in the diapers. I purchased a Starbucks Gift Card and I tucked one in the first diaper she would grab.

The note read…

You take a lot of crap, have a drink on us!


Day 2 – Grocery Gift Card

Some of the benefits of having our nanny is she keeps us fed. I am in hideout mode in my room getting work done and can’t get dinner prepped without the kids immediately needing me. She is such a  wonderful cook and does our grocery shopping and preps our dinners. This has been one of the biggest blessings by far. Our second hidden gift card was for our grocery store and was was hidden in the refrigerator.

The note read…

Thanks for keeping us well fed! Here are some groceries for you too. Nom Nom.


Day 3 – Dunkin’ Gift Card

Another benefit of a nanny is bathing. This is something a caregiver could not do in a day care. Our nanny bathes the boys before naps. Not only does this give them a good afternoon rest, it also allows us to enjoy the evenings with the boys without trying to accomplish the checklist of baths! In the bath tub, we hid a Dunkin’ Gift Card.

The note read…

We knew we would find you here. Thanks for keeping us clean. Donut you know we would stink without you? (Also consider, donut know what we would do without you!)


Day 4 – Shell Gas Gift Card

Another benefit of a nanny is driving the kids two and from school and filling up the gas tank. Not only does she fill up our tank with gas, she fills up our tank in general (pun intended!) There was a lot of pun in this Shell Gas Gift Card.

The note read…

We are surprised to find you here. What a relief. Thanks for the gas you put in our tank.


Day 5 – Amazon Gift Card

Being a nanny is exhausting… I know, I am a mom! Our little crew take 5 naps a day. That means she is putting in a crib or taking them, ten times a day, I am sure there are times she wishes that she could jump in there too! For this, we got her an Amazon Gift Card so she could shop in her PJs in her own bed!

The note read…

Hey, Super Nanny, Don’t you wish you could give in that bed too? Here’s to only shopping in your PJs. Night, Night.


Babysitter Gift Ideas

We have also written our Nanny the Tale of a Super Nanny and her five cubs. For this Nanny Appreciation week idea, we hung gift cards in the kitchen with a sweet little story written by the kids.

Of course, most of these ideas – who are we kidding – all of these ideas included gift cards. While some say gift cards are not personalized, I find them personalized because I listen to the person. Babysitter gift ideas can be personal even when they are gift cards. When our babysitter was headed on a tropical vacation, I bought her a gift card to a swimsuit store. When our sitter began a new gym, I bought her a gift card to a trendy workout clothing store. I find with these cards, she is able to get what she wants and/or needs.

It’s important to recognize your nanny beyond Nanny Appreciation Week. If a week is to much for you, consider doing some of these things through out the year to tell you babysitter, nanny, or caregiver you appreciate them!

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It’s a Bird Elf on the Shelf Idea

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November 12, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: November 12, 2019
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It’s a bird, it’s a …. parrot. This bird Elf on the Shelf idea only requires feathers! New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily plus free printables.

Bird Elf on the Shelf

Birds of a feather, flock together! It’s been really hard for me to not pull out all the bird quotes I have.

We are back, maybe you are not yet but we are doing our best to get all the Elf on the Shelf Ideas that we can, so when your family welcomes back your Elf, you are ready! As a reminder, we come to you every day in the month of November and December with new Elf ideas.  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.  This was a great place where a bendable Elf was beneficial – get that wire in him now!

Bird Elf on the Shelf Idea

This idea is not only for the birds, it’s for all of us. We think the kids would find it quite comical.  If you worry your kids would never find Elf outside, have them follow a path of dropped feathers to the yard will Elf awaits on the feeder eating seed.  It was a bit of a balancing act getting him up there. In the first photo, I tucked the tips of the feather underneath the feeder rim and then positioned elf on the metal perch. Clear finishing line would not be a bad idea, to tie him in the place. The higher he is, the less the kids are likely to notice the details.

In the second photo, I used the string that held the feathers in place and weaved it around the bird feeder perch.  I think I prefer the first positioning, as he looks like a bird that is eating but the second idea definitely displays his colorful feathers!

Bird Tip: Have your kids follow a path of feathers outside to find Elf on the Shelf!


Bird Elf on the Shelf Supplies Needed

Shake your tail feather because there are only a few supplies needed for this Elf on the Shelf Idea!

  • The Elf on the Shelf
  • Feathers (we bought this batch of feathers)
  • String (we used a colored string, but I suggest clear fishing line)


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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!

… and of course, tweet this idea for others too! Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

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

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