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World’s Smallest Elf On The Shelf

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November 4, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: November 21, 2019
modified datt: November 04,2021

“Help, I’ve been shrunk!” For this Elf on the Shelf idea, turn your North Pole Visitor into the World’s Smallest Elf On The Shelf. New original, creative, and funny Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Miniature Elf

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

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World’s Smallest Elf On The Shelf

Do your kids love the World’s Smallest toys. My kids are huge fans from Lite Brite, Magic 8 Balls, Super Soakers, Lincoln Logs and more! Many of these toys are grown-ups most beloved toys, now new collectibles for the kids!

More of the world’s BIGGEST and most CLASSIC toys are back in their smallest sizes ever! Super Impulse is growing its World’s Smallest collection to include more iconic retro brands in tiny working versions. These toys are retro throwbacks for grownups and the perfect collectible for kids!

All of these make the most adorable stocking stuffers – so load up!


Mini Elf on the Shelf

Well the World’s Smallest has released a new mini Elf on the Shelf Doll and we are in love. There are so many fun ideas you can do with this adorable miniature Elf on a Shelf doll. We have a few ideas including the printable expression “Help, I’ve been shrunk!” You can also run your elf through our popular Magic Shrinking Machine digital download. In goes a large Elf. Out comes a small Elf.

Small Elf Doll Supply List

Really, you likely have the supplies you need. You will need to pick up the Smallest Elf On The Shelf doll. This is a Scout Elf. It’s the miniature version of the original full-sized elf. Unlike the original elf dolls, it comes in it’s own original packaging.

  • The Elf on the Shelf Doll
  • World’s Smallest The Elf Doll
  • Optional: Help, I’ve Been Shrunk Printable or Magic Shrinking Machine Printable

Conintue reading below for how you can use these supplies to create magical Scout Elf ideas.


Mini Elf on the Shelf Names

If you introduce a miniature Scout Elves in your home, it’s important you are prepared to give Elf on the Shelf names. For a quick refresher of the tradition, each family names an elf that comes into their home. Cute names might include:

  • Tinsel
  • Jr.
  • Buddy
  • Baby
  • Cinnamon
  • Sprinkles
  • Chip

Miniature Elf Printables

Using your miniature replica of the original full-sized elf, we have elf scenes options that might cause a little mischief. Look at these creative ideas for your miniature Elf on the Shelf.

First, print our free Mini Elf idea – “Help, I’ve been shrunk!”

Next, you can print our Magic Shrinking Machine. This has been used for chocolate chips, candy canes, and cookies but we also included a blank template which would be perfect for Elf. Insert your large Elf into the Magic Shrinking Machine one night, and then end up with The World’s Smallest The Elf on the Shelf the next day!

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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.

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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. For more Scout elf tips, visit our Frequently Asked Elf on the Shelf Questions.


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You’ve Been Elfed Printable

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November 4, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: November 21, 2020
modified datt: November 04,2021

Keep the Neighborhood holiday tradition with a You’ve Been Boo-ed Christmas Tradition. Spread Christmas cheer with this You’ve Been Elfed and We’ve Been Elfed Printable Set. Makes the perfect Elf on the Shelf idea for friends! Gift with or without a Scout Elf doll.

You’ve Been Elfed Printable

Printable Youve Been Elfed on the Shelf Christmas Tradition for Neighbors

Well this Elf idea strays from the traditional Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Try something different by incorporating the Christmas spirt into your neighborhood with this You’ve Been Elfed Free Printable. It’s the you’ve been booed Christmas version with the magic of a North Pole helper.

See You’ve Been Boo-ed Halloween Version.

What is You’ve Been Elfed?

You’ve Been Elfed (also known as You’ve been Jingled) is a twist on the Holiday tradition of You’ve Been Booed. Consider it the Christmas version of the Halloween boo game. Is a great way to spread Christmas Cheer in the neighborhood during the holiday season. Each participant’s home will get a small basket of treats on the doorstep as the game spreads.

You've Been Elfed on the Shelf Printable Neighborhood Tradition for Christmas

You’ve Been Elf-ed is often done in a neighborhood or office with co-workers. For the neighborhood, drop off a small gift at a neighbor’s door step and in the process ring the doorbell and run. Don’t worry, this ding dong ditch will keep you off the naughty list, as you are playing the role of a holiday fairy. Just like a secret Santa, leave behind a lovely gift on the step.

In this fun game, a neighborly holiday tradition is formed and the process continues. Then the gift receiver then becomes the gift giver. They hang the Elf sign “we’ve been elfed” on their front door, the ring the door bell of another neighbor leaving behind a fun surprise of holiday treats. The fun Christmas Neighborhood Tradition is played down the street creating happy holidays for everyone.

You’ve Been Elfed Instructions

You’ve Been Elfed directions are simple.

Santa’s Elf has come to town
to leave some goodies, you now have found.

Your mission is to spread Christmas cheer,
to friends and family far and near.

Fill a container full of treats and fun,
drop it on the porch and run.

Post this Christmas sign on your door,
to show others an elf has been there before.

Another Christmas tradition has begun,
Thanks for sharing this holiday fun.

Merry Christmas & Happy Elf-ing!

© You’ve Been Elfed Poem exclusive of Frugal Coupon Living.

Weve Been Elfed Printable and Youve Been Elfed Christmas Tradtion

The Elf poem explains the Christmas game. Put together a small holiday gift box or bag and drop it on a neighbors porch. Ring the bell and run. You can leave behind a “We’ve been elfed” sign for your neighbor to hang on their door or the “you’ve been elfed” printable has a URL link to print their own You’ve & We’ve Been Elfed signs. Hanging a “we’ve been elfed sign” alerts a future secrete Santa to not leave a small Christmas gift at that home.

Note: For the sake of sharing the spirit of getting Elf-ed, we photographed with our Elf on the Shelf Doll. You do not need a Scout Elf to Elf a neighbor or friend.  This Elf on the Shelf Poem is simply for sharing the Elf on the Shelf Tradition with other families (without using the Scout Elf doll.)

What to Put in a You’ve Been Elfed Bag

Wondering what to put inside a You’ve Been Elfed gift bag? Make it merry and bright but keep your Christmas gift basket simple for your recipient. This is about staying frugal and low-cost while spreading holiday cheer.

Gift Christmas Candy, make Christmas Cookies, make an Edible Christmas Gift, share a Christmas Book, heck use leftover Halloween candy for all we care. You can even visit the Dollar Tree, Walmart or the Target dollar section.

Just show some Christmas cheer by participating in this Christmas tradition and getting the whole neighborhood involved.

You’ve Been Elfed {on the Shelf} Printable

Our most popular Elf on the Shelf printables can be found in our Elf Store. This includes many of your favorite including Elf Chutes & Ladders Board, Elf Twister Board, Elf Jokes for Kids, and Elf Hamilton Quotes.

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Free Elf on a Shelf Printables

We also love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables! One item you will want to add to your Elf resources is this printable Elf on the Shelf We’ve Been Elfed / You’ve Been Elfed set.

Youve Been Elfed and Weve Been Elfed on the Shelf Printables Set

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Elf on the Shelf Explained

As a reminder, we share daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas in the month of November and December. You can see all of our Elf on the Shelf Ideas in our Master List of Ideas.

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has an Elf on the Shelf book and a Scout Elf doll. The book tells the story of an Elf who is sent by Santa from the North Pole to watch over a boy/girl or family. The elf visits daily during the Christmas season returning back to the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. It is very important the Elf is not touched or Elf’s 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.

Read more in Elf on the Shelf Rules.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final You’ve Been Elfed and We’ve Been Elfed Printables. We love to see the little Christmas care packages you put together.  Inspire us by leaving a comment and add a photo here on Pinterest!

Next Halloween, return to this Holiday Tradition with this Free Printable You’ve Been Boo-ed Sign. Pin this Pin to Pinterest on your Halloween and Free Printables Boards.

You've Been Booed Printables

Speaking of Season Traditions, Take a look at these 25+ Christmas Traditions to start now with your family! Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas Board.



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Elf on the Shelf Bed + Buddy Elf Quote Printable

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November 3, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: November 03, 2021
modified datt: November 03,2021

“I slept great! I got a full 40 minutes!” Recreate this adorable Elf on the Shelf Bed idea and print this free Buddy Elf quote printable. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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Elf on the Shelf Bed

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

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

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Elf on The Shelf Bedding

Were you one of the lucky ones to get Elf on the Shelf bedding a few years ago? Unfortunately this product has been discontinued and it is very hard to find right now but it doesn’t mean you won’t luck out!

Elf on the Shelf Bedding

If you are looking for Elf on the Shelf bedding for kids, take a look at these potential retailers of where to buy Elf on the Shelf bedding!

Elf on the Shelf Bedding Kohl’s

Elf on the Shelf Bedding Amazon

Elf on the Shelf Bedding Etsy

Elf on the Shelf Bedding Ebay

Elf on the Shelf Bedding Walmart

Elf on the Shelf Bedding Pottery Barn

Let us know what you find by leaving a comment below. I am sure we all would love to grab a set (or two… or in my case, three!)

There was a line of Elf on the Shelf Bed Sheets at Pottery Barn and I could see the partnership continuing when the Christmas season is here. I have noticed Scout Elf brand brings new products and then takes them off the market during the off season. So sometimes it’s best to wait because a Christmas in July sale, doesn’t yet exist!

Elf on the Shelf Bed Idea

In this adorable Elf on the Shelf Bed Idea, we created a really cute snugly moment.

Elf on the Shelf Supplies Needed

  • The Elf on the Shelf Doll

  • Elf Quote About Sleeping Printable

  • Optional: Doll House Bed

  • Optional: Elf on the Shelf Brand Claus Couture Sleeping Bag (we used Scout Elf Slumber Set)


Create a cute Scout Elf snugly moment using a popular Elf movie quote from Buddy the Elf.

How’d you sleep?

Great! I got a full 40 minutes!

This sleeping bag offers a welcome break for every busy elf during the holiday season. If 40 minutes isn’t enough for you Elf create a cute Elf on the Shelf Bed idea with our Free Elf Quote printable.

Simply place the Elf on the Shelf bed or sleeping bag set where your child can see it and create a fun scene in your home.

DIY Elf on the Shelf Bed

If you have a Cricut Maker, make your very own DIY Bed for Elf on the Shelf. You vinyl cutter will need to have a Cricut Chipboard and Strong Grip Mat.

DIY Elf on the Shelf Bed

Alternatively, creating your own DIY Elf on the Shelf bed is very affordable using many supplies you have at home. You can pad a tissue box and put Elf inside a Sock to create an Elf on the Shelf Sleeping Bag.

Elf on the Shelf Sleeping Bag in Socks

This Elf sleeping bag idea with socks is really cute for your child to wake up beside! You could also add our Elf Quote about sleeping!

Elf on the Shelf Bed Printable

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!

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Free Elf Printables

We also love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables! Get this “I got a full 40 minutes” Buddy Elf Quote printable. Use it for your Elf on the Shelf Doll.

Elf on the Shelf Quote about Sleeping

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Elf on the Shelf Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Arrival

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November 3, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: November 02, 2021
modified datt: November 03,2021

Looking for a fun Elf on the Shelf arrival idea? Have a Elf on the Shelf Parade and print this Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Banner. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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Elf on the Shelf Arrival

Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas

There are many ways you can bring Elf on the Shelf back in the home. Elf on the Shelf first day ideas include the following:

  • Elf Arrives in balloon
  • Elf arrivals with a wreath
  • Elf brings a welcome breakfast
  • Elf I’m back message
  • Elf arrives in an airplane
  • Elf Arrives in a package
  • Elf has a Thanksgiving Day Parade

See more Elf on the Shelf Arrival ideas including Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Day Ideas.

Elf on the Shelf Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

For this Elf on the Shelf return idea, we created an at home Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Just like the parade you would see Thanksgiving Morning in Manhattan or NBC.

If you want to recreate this Elf on the Shelf parade, you do need a few supplies.

Elf on the Shelf Supplies Needed

  • The Elf on the Shelf Doll(s)
  • Elf on the Shelf Balloon
  • Balloon Pump
  • String
  • Baker’s Red & White Twine
  • Santa Claus Christmas Décor
  • Tape
  • Elf Prop Stands 
  • Claus Couture Collection Sugar-Plum Soldier
  • Claus Couture Snow Outfit
  • Red and White Polka-Dot Elf Skirt
  • Paper
  • Printer
  • Bamboo Skewers
  • Scissors
  • Parade Banner Digital Download
  • I also used slip on posable hand mittens and adorable elf high top sneakers when creating this scene.

Elf on the Shelf Helium Balloon

I ordered an Elf on the Shelf balloon (here and here) and took it to my local grocery store to add helium. However, at the store, the helium did not lift the balloon off the ground. Ironically it still wanted to sit “on the shelf.” You can see my child doesn’t even question why I have an Elf in the car… they are used to it.

To get my balloon to look like a Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Elf on the Shelf Balloon, I had to tie it from the celling.  I would have saved some money if I had just used my balloon pump.  You can see one of the legs quickly deflated too (as the balloon was in three pieces.) Long story short, stay home. Pump it up yourself. Then use your pump to do this fun Elf on the Shelf stuck in a balloon idea.

Elf on the Shelf Standing Props

I ordered a Claus Couture Elf on the Shelf Holiday Hipster legs that sand, but they had not arrived by the time I needed to do this idea. Instead I used two 18 inch doll stands I had on hand for my Scout elves.  I used two Kaiser Doll Stands and two Qlychee Transparent Stand Supports. Were I to tell you one is better than the other, I would highly suggest the Kaiser Doll Stand. The other stand broke easily and was quite annoying.

I used faux snow and Elf on the Shelf clothes to hide the prop stands.

Instructions

To recreate this scene, first begin by taping Elf to the ceiling. You can use clear fishing line or white string. We used white curling ribbon.  I then attached red and white bakers twine to the balloon and had those string fall to the ground or right above the table. Later my elves would hold these strings.

The hardest part was proping my elves. I used stands to stand them up and covered the stands with faux snow (truthfully, this was left over spider web from Halloween!) I took the handing twine and tied it around the elves wrists or placed it in their posable hands.

As we know, every November Santa Claus closes the New York City Parade waving at the parade watchers.

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.

What else can I add to make Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade at home?

If you want to take this to the next step, there are a few things you can add to your home Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. Adding marching bands, more floats, balloons and more will make your Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Authentic.

Giant Character Balloons

Add some giant character balloons in the parade at home. Giant Character balloons can include Snoopy, Blue’s Clues, Papa Smurf, Paw Patrol, Sponge Bob, and other character helium balloons.

Balloonicle

To recreate these Balloons on wheels, you don’t need helium. A balloonicle is a Macy’s original creation for the store’s annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. The word comes from the combination of the two words: “balloon” and “vehicle.” There are no strings attached to this inflatable. Instead it is maneuvered down the Parade route by a vehicle inside of the balloon figure.

Marching Bands

For your parade marchers, Scout Elf brand has an adorable outfit: the Claus Couture Collection Sugar-Plum Soldier. Look for little ornament drops to tie around their necks and take it a step further.

Floats

For added cheer, make your own floats. Or grab your Barbie Convertible cars and add some holiday décor. String lights, confetti, tinsel and more.

Parade Watchers

You could add mini brands as the spectators snack watching the performance in the public viewing locations. Add a parade route map in one of the viewers hands. It can include famous streets like Broadway, 34th Street, Sixth Avenue, Columbus Circle, Central Park, Times Square, and more. Alternatively, you could also make your map cheeky and add terms like “around the couch” down the living room, into the kitchen, etc.

Celebrities

To add famous stars or performance groups to your Macy’s parade, think about your resources. Do you have a Barbie or Ken doll you can dress up as a singer, clowns, some of the dancing Rockettes, or a famous celebrity?

….and of course you need a free Parade Banner to top off your NYC parade!

Parade Banner Free Elf on the Shelf Printable

We also love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables! Grab this free Thanksgiving Day Parade Banner for your Elf on the Shelf Arrival idea. We taped the parade banner to bamboo skewers and placed them in faux snow.

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Elf on the Shelf Parade Activity

Also add this Elf on the Shelf Parade Game to your child’s fun. If it is Thanksgiving Day, it would be fun for your child to participate in this Elf on the Shelf activity for the parade Thanksgiving Day.

Elf on the Shelf parade printable activity

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Thanksgiving

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

published date: November 10, 2020
modified datt: November 02,2021

Does the Elf on the Shelf arrive on Thanksgiving? See 20 creative Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Thanksgiving – Pilgrims, Native Americans, Turkey, Pumpkins, Cornucopia, Feasts & More. Additionally, download a Free Thanksgiving Gobble ’til you Wobble Letter Board Elf Printable. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Thanksgiving

Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Thanksgiving

You’ve started the Christmas Elf tradition and now you are wondering, when does that funny little red guy return. If it wasn’t on your mind (because most parents hide him deep in the depths of their brain when it isn’t the holiday season), then chances are a little someone has asked the question…

Does the Elf on the Shelf arrive on Thanksgiving?

When Does the Elf on the Shelf Come Back?

The answer is, the Elf on the Shelf returns when you decide. In most homes, the Elf on the Shelf returns on Thanksgiving. In fact, in the Scout Elf on the Shelf book you might have noticed a big turkey feast on the table. However, the best thing about the Elf Christmas tradition, is you get to decide! Some families choose December 1 as a start date for Elf on a Shelf. Others start even earlier than that beginning the first day of November. If you are a mean mom, Elf on a Shelf monthly makes an appearance the last week before Christmas – wink! You might make Santa’s naughty list if you are this late, though.

Elf on the Shelf Return Ideas

Now that you know when Elf on the Shelf returns, you need help with Elf on the Shelf Arrival ideas. I have you covered. Take a look at our dozens of creative ideas for how to welcome Elf Back into your home. Creative ideas can include

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Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Ideas

If your Elf on the Shelf returns in November (before or on Thanksgiving), take a look at these  20 Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Ideas.

Thanksgiving Day Parade

First, start the day watching the Thanksgiving Day Parade – look for an Elf on the Shelf Parade Elf Balloon!

Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Day Parade

If your child watches the Thanksgiving Day Parade with Elf on the Shelf, perhaps make your own Elf on the Shelf Parade from Sweet Shoppe Designs.

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Of course, a parade on a horse is nice, but how about a free elf on the shelf printable. Grab an Elf on the Shelf Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade banner and get a helium Elf on the Shelf balloon.

Elf on the Shelf Arrival Printable

2020 Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Turkey Costume With Elf on the Shelf Face Mask

This Year we did something different. A 2020 Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Costume complete with a Thanksgiving Face Mask. We also added this Free Elf on the Shelf Printable “Gobble ’til You Wobble!”

Elf on the Shelf Pilgrims

Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Ideas | Elf Pilgrims SEt

One Thanksgiving Elf on the Shelf idea we did in the past was making him and her Thanksgiving Elf on the Shelf Pilgrims. This was a DIY Pilgrim craft using construction paper. Took minutes. No sewing needed. Tape… tape… tape.

Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Table

Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Centerpiece with Elf the Shelf

Another Idea is to Have Elf on the Shelf return in the Thanksgiving Centerpiece. Maybe your kids will notice in the middle of that bite of turkey an Elf on the Shelf in the Thanksgiving centerpiece!

Elf on the Shelf Turkey

DIY Elf Turkey & Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Ideas

A really cute DIY Elf on the Shelf turkey idea is a Thanksgiving Elf on the Shelf Turkey Costume. You have a few ideas. Make your own Elf Turkey Costume with Feathers and Pipe Cleaners. Easy peasy.

Elf on the Shelf Native American

Elf on the Shelf Indian Native American Costume & Thanksgiving Ideas

This DIY Native American Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Costume completely takes me back to preschool in the 1980s – remember the brown bag vests? Make your own  Native American Elf on the Shelf costumes too.

Elf on the Shelf Fall Leaves

Elf Rakes Fall Leaves | Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Thanksgiving

Your Elf on a Shelf can make a pile of leaves before jumping in… doesn’t everyone do that on Thanksgiving day? Add it to your Fall Bucket List. Shop miniature fall leaves and pumpkins.

Elf on the Shelf S’mores & Teepee

Elf on the Shelf Native American Smores Idea for Thanksgiving

The first Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving. How cute is this Elf on the Shelf Native American with a teepee and s’mores campfire. Using a marshmallow, sticks from the yard, constructions paper, felt, and craft sticks, create this Elf on the Shelf s’mores idea in minutes. Just add chocolate and graham crackers.

Elf on the Shelf First Thanksgiving

Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Ideas | Goodbye Party for Thanksgiving Décor

Have an Elf on the Shelf going away party for the Thanksgiving decorations. Time to pull out the Christmas Decorations and wish all the Thanksgiving decorations a good-bye Elf on the Shelf party. Maybe have all your Christmas boxes ready to unpack and your Thanksgiving decorations sitting on the table to go.

Elf on the Shelf Pumpkin Carving

Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Thanksgiving | Christmas Tree Pumpkin Carving

On Thanksgiving, it’s completely appropriate for Elf on the Shelf to carve a Christmas Tree Pumpkin. Careful with the knife, perhaps put it away after Elf carves a pumpkin.

Elf on the Shelf Candy Corn

Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Thanksgiving | Yummy Candy Corn

Every mischievous Elf on the Shelf idea includes getting into the candy! Elf on the Shelf Dives in the Candy Corn. Yum!

Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Feast

Elf on a Shelf Thanksgiving Ideas | Mini Thanksgiving Feast

If you’re going to feast, make your own Elf on the Shelf miniature food too. Create a miniature Thanksgiving Feast for Elf on the Shelf. No reason he can’t enjoy some turkey too! Make sure he is ready for the big football game later.

Elf on the Shelf Football

Elf on a Shelf Ideas for Thanksgiving | Elf Football Uniform

Are you ready for some football Watching a Thanksgiving Football Game? Have Elf on the Shelf in a Football Jersey with your family’s favorite team. You can get an Elf on the Shelf football jersey for your fan or print out one using paper and a printer!

Elf on the Shelf Tied Up

Thanksgiving Elf on a Shelf Ideas | Elf Tied Up by Pilgrims

Do you know the Publix pilgrims? I love these little salt and paper shaker pilgrims. Looks like the Pilgrim Salt and Pepper Shakers Saw Elf as a threat!

Elf on the Shelf Turkey DIY

Thanksgiving Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Turkey Costume

Make sure your elf wishes the family Happy Thanksgiving with this Turkey Elf on the Shelf idea. Grab construction paper and make your own DIY Turkey Costume for Elf.

Elf on the Shelf Thankful

Thanksgiving Ideas for Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Thankful List

Focus on the reason for the season, the Thanksgiving season. Show your child Elf on the Shelf gratitude with a list of things you are thankful for. Elf on the Shelf write leaves of thanks for Thanksgiving.

Elf on the Shelf Cornucopia

Thanksgiving Ideas for Elf on a Shelf Ideas | Elf Cornucopia Harvest

Thanksgiving reminds us of a healthy harvest and bounty. Grab the fruit and vegetables and have Elf on the Shelf return in the Thanksgiving Cornucopia Harvest.

Elf on the Shelf Turkey Hunt

Elf Thanksgiving Ideas | Elf on the Shelf Turkey

Tis turkey hunt requires no weapons and the result is a stuffed turkey without hurting an animal. Elf deserves his own thanksgiving turkey too. Have Elf return with a sign “I’ve got my turkey!”

Elf on a Shelf Pumpkin

Elf Dresses as a Pumpkin | Thanksgiving Elf Ideas

In this Elf on the Shelf Thanksgiving Idea, EIf returns as a November Pumpkin. Grab miniature pumpkins.

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.


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!

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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.

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Multiple ideas are added each day to our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Facebook page. This is a great way for you to share your own Elf on the Shelf Ideas and share our ideas to your page. There are some good ones! Be sure to like the page!

Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Boards

We also are in charge of a Elf on the Shelf Ideas Pinterest board. On this board, we have invited other bloggers to share their ideas and free Elf on the Shelf Printables too! Be sure to follow the board!

Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

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

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Hiking Locations Bucket List & Journal

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November 2, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Travel

published date: November 02, 2021
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Explore the best hiking locations that should be on your bucket list of beautiful places and a hiking journal to keep track of your hiking experiences.

hiking journal template and the best hiking locations in the united states

If you love the great outdoors and all things related to hiking, this blog post will be perfect for you! We’ll talk about the best hiking locations that should be on your bucket list of beautiful places to explore and we will share a hiking journal for you to keep track of your hiking experiences. Plus, we’ll explore some different types of hikes we think you’ll enjoy.

Different types of hiking

  • Hiking for enjoyment and recreation: this type of hiking is just about getting outside and having fun. You can look up hikes that are close by, plan a day hike or even find some trails with more challenging ascents to get your heart rate going!
  • Day Hikes: these types of hikes usually take place in the morning or afternoon so you can enjoy them before it gets dark out. Day hikes include short distances such as a few miles round trip.
  • Multi-day trips: these types of adventures might require camping gear and planning ahead but they’re worth it if you have time off work! These could be planned on any length of time–a weekend long adventure all the way to an extended vacation. Multi-day trips usually include more difficult ascents and descents as well.
  • Weekend adventures: these are day hikes that last for a few days, including Friday through Sunday. They’re perfect if you don’t have much time off work but still want to explore! Weekend adventures could also be planned on any amount of time–from one night to even four nights (Friday-Monday).
  • Camping: this is when you set up a place outside your home where you’ll stay for the evening or weekend and enjoy nature all around you. Camping includes setting up camp with tents, sleeping bags, cooking equipment and other things related to living outdoors away from your own home. You might need gear like hiking boots, backpacks, food storage containers or even a portable stove.

As you can see, there are many different types of hiking adventures that anyone could enjoy! Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just getting started with the sport, we hope this blog post will help inspire your next adventure out into nature!

Bucket list & hiking journal printable

Hiking Destination Bucket List – Check off some amazing hiking locations that should be on your list of places to visit with this bucket list printable. The list is unlike something you will find in a state park visitor center. It includes some of our favorite places in America where you’ll love the breathtaking views and natural wonders – from rock formations, national forests, exotic wildlife, canyons and more.

Let’s talk about what makes up a good hike-worthy destination. We’ve found the perfect blend of both short and long hikes that give you the best of both worlds! For those looking for a more challenging hike, we’ve included some popular multi-day trips and camping locations.

Best Hiking Locations in the United States

The Precipice Trail
Location: Acadia National Park, Maine,
Distance: 1.8 miles
Best Time to Go: June to November

Root Glacier Trail
Location: Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, Alaska
Distance: 4 miles
Best Time to Go: June to August

Angel’s Landing 
Location: Zion National Park, Utah
Distance: 5 miles
Best Time to Go: March to October

Muliwai Trail
Location: Big Island, Hawaii
Distance: 5.1 miles
Best Time to Go: Year Round

Hoh River Trail
Location: Olympic National Park, Washington
Distance: 6.2 miles
Best Time to Go: Year Round

Lakes Trail
Location: Sequoia and Kings Canyon National
Park, California
Distance: 7 miles
Best Time to Go: June to November

North Vista Trail
Location: Gunnison National Park, Colorado
Distance: 7 miles
Best Time to Go: March to November

Devils Garden Trail
Location: Arches National Park, Utah
Distance: 7.2 miles
Best Time to Go: Year Round

Upper Falls Trail
Location: Yosemite National Park, California
Distance: 7.6 miles
Best Time to Go: March-May, September-November

Panhandle Gap/Summerland Trail
Location: Mount Rainier National Park,
Washington
Distance: 8.4 miles
Best Time to Go: June to August

Franconia Ridge Loop
Location: Franconia Notch State Park,
New Hampshire
Distance: 9 miles
Best Time to Go: September to November

Elephant Canyon/Druid Arch Trail
Location: Canyonlands National Park, Utah
Distance: 11 miles
Best Time to Go: Year Round

Halemau’u Trail
Location: Haleakala National Park, Hawaii,
Distance: 11.2 miles
Best Time to Go: Year Round

Highline Trail
Location: Glacier National Park, Montana
Distance: 11.5 miles
Best Time to Go: Mid-July and August

Cascade Canyon Trail
Location: Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Distance: 14.4 miles
Best Time to Go: June to November

Half Dome
Location: Yosemite National Park, California
Distance: 16 miles
Best Time to Go: April to October

How many states have you hit on your outdoor bucket list of hiking trails? If you are a local Virginian, like myself, I suggest beginning with something close to home like the trails at Shenandoah National Park.

Hiking Journal Printable – This hiking journal template is perfect for hikers who want to keep track of all their adventures–whether they’re day hikes or overnight excursions. So whether you use it before your trip as a checklist or afterwards as an amazing memory book, get writing today so you don’t forget any of the places you’ve been.

What is your favorite type of hiking? Do you prefer to hike in the mountains or on a beach? Have you ever hiked with friends or family members, or alone? Do you have a bucket list of places that you want to visit while on the trail?
Share your adventures with us in the comments or tag us on your social media so we can celebrate your hiking wins!

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Don’t have a printer? You an print at your local print shop or your Staples Printing Center. Watch this video for how I print my PDF documents at Staples.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your hiking bucket list and hiking journal.  Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

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Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Recipe

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November 1, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

published date: June 23, 2018
modified datt: November 01,2021

Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Recipe – a tasty and easy dinner recipe for the entire family.

Instant Pot Pesto Chicken

Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Recipe


I have five children. When it comes to week night dinners, two things are very important to me. First that my family loves the recipes and it fits the taste buds and dietary needs of all. Second, it is important to me that my time is used efficiently. During the dinner hour I am chauffeuring children, aiding in homework and balancing three babies. I need a quick, easy, and tasty meal. That is one reason I love this Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Recipe. Enjoy.

Instant Pot is a Programmable Pressure Cooker. It speeds up cooking by 2 – 10 times using up to 70% less energy and produces nutritious healthy food in a convenient and consistent fashion. Instant Pot Duo is a 7-in-1 programmable cooker, it replaces 7 kitchen appliances as it has the functions of a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté, yogurt maker & warmer. 14 built-in smart programs (Soup, Meat/Stew, Bean/Chili, Poultry, Sauté, Steam, Rice, Porridge, Multigrain, Slow Cook, Keep-Warm, Yogurt, Pasteurize & Jiu Niang) cook your favorite dishes with the press of a button. ..

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Ingredients:

  • 3-4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 C. pesto
  • 1/2 C. mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1-2 tomatoes
  • 1 C. chicken broth
  • salt & pepper to taste


Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Recipe

Directions:

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the Instant Pot and salt & pepper them.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
  3. Spread the pesto over the top of the chicken breasts.
  4. Seal the lid shut and press the manual button and set the timer for 9 minutes. Allow it to vent naturally.
  5. Once the Instant Pot has vented naturally, remove the cooked chicken breasts and place in a baking dish.
  6. Cover the chicken with the shredded mozzarella cheese and place a tomato slice on top of each chicken breast.
  7. Turn the broiler on low and place the chicken under the broiler.
  8. Allow the cheese to melt and the tomato slices to warm.
  9. Remove from the oven, let cool a few minutes and serve.
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Instant Pot Pesto Chicken

  • Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
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Ingredients

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  • 3–4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 pesto
  • 1/2 C. mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1–2 tomatoes
  • 1 C. chicken broth
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the Instant Pot and salt & pepper them.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
  3. Spread the pesto over the top of the chicken breasts.
  4. Seal the lid shut and press the manual button and set the timer for 9 minutes. Allow it to vent naturally.
  5. Once the Instant Pot has vented naturally, remove the cooked chicken breasts and place in a baking dish.
  6. Cover the chicken with the shredded mozzarella cheese and place a tomato slice on top of each chicken breast.
  7. Turn the broiler on low and place the chicken under the broiler.
  8. Allow the cheese to melt and the tomato slices to warm.
  9. Remove from the oven, let cool a few minutes and serve.

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Christmas Eve Traditions

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October 31, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

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While it’s possible to fill Christmas traditions for the family in an entire season, these ideas focus on “The Night Before Christmas.” Follow these Christmas Eve Traditions to create family memories for years and even generations. What are you doing December 24th?

Christmas Eve Traditions

Christmas Eve Family Traditions

As our family has grown, traveling for family Christmas is occurring less frequently. It’s always nice to have extended family gathered around the Christmas tree, but the truth is, we pretty much take up the entire circumference.  With a complete family, I have found it important to carry on, and begin new, Christmas Traditions.

Our first Christmas tradition has been Elf on the Shelf. Our family began this tradition in 2013 and we have continued it every Christmas season since. Since Christmas Eve is usually a slow paced day, I decided to roll other family traditions into this day. This included reading Christmas books before bed, making a Birthday Cake for Jesus, going to look at holiday lights, finishing our advent calendar and wearing matching Christmas Pajamas.

While many of these Christmas Eve traditions are ones that a lot of families do, also take a look at some of these unique family traditions that might be a bit out of the box. Perhaps you will try something new and it will stick for years (and generations) to come.

What To Do Christmas Eve

With places closed, there are many things to do Christmas Eve. Focus Christmas Eve on family. Stay home and follow these creative ideas including visiting Christmas lights, family game night, a Christmas movie-a-thon, baking, Christmas crafts, activities and more.

Host a Family Game Night

 

Christmas 60 Second Challenge Games

Have a Family Game Night (or day.) Play reindeer games, just like Rudolph and his friends. A holiday Christmas Minute to Win it Game Night would be fun, or split into two teams for a Christmas Name that Tune family game night.

Christmas Name that Tune Printable Game & Holiday Traditions

You can also use this Christmas song list to go caroling. You can find your favorite Christmas carol on this list.

These 19 Christmas Party Games can be played with a large group or a small group. Whatever the party size, we think they will involve a lot of laughs! Comes with our Name that Tune Christmas printable and Christmas charade cards.

Christmas Party Games List Printable PDF

Christmas Eve Baking

Cookie Decorating Station for Santa Claus

One baking idea for Christmas Eve is Cookie Making. Bake your favorite cookies from our Cookie Exchange Ideas or create a Cookie Decorating Station for the kids like this idea from Taryn Whiteaker. Don’t forget the hot chocolate!

Don’t forget the meaning for the season. Take a look at our Jesus Birthday Cake Ideas. Christmas Eve is a perfect day to bake Jesus a cake. You could even leave a piece of cake for Santa Claus.

Ginger Bread House Template and Hot Glue Gun Hack

Don’t make today challenging. Make a Ginger Bread House. You can purchase a Ginger Bread House Kit or make an easy graham cracker ginger bread kit.  Pull out some of that unwanted Halloween candy (since you won’t be tempted to eat it.)  Alice and Lois share the best glue is actually hot glue. They also share a graham crackers gingerbread house template. All the more reason to keep it for a pretty display.

Magic Reindeer Food Printable & Recipe

Christmas Eve is a great time to make Reindeer Food. It’s always nice to feed Santa cookies but did you know you can add this Magic Reindeer Food Recipe (from I Heart Naptime) to the yard. The reindeer will find it and stop off at your house with presents from the North Pole.

Grinch Dust Recipe

If you fear the rude green creatures that steal your gifts, you can also make this edible Grinch Dust Recipe from Premeditated Leftovers.

Christmas Eve Crafts & Activities

Christmas Movie List PDF

Curl up in a blanket, turn on a fire and watch the snow fall while enjoying a Christmas Movie-a-thon. Use this Countdown to Christmas Movie challenge with a merry binge-a-thon. Someone pop the popcorn.

Christmas Movie Checklist Printable
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Roll a Santa Christmas Eve Activity

This is a fun Christmas Eve activity for kids. Have them draw Santa Claus portrait from this Roll a Santa Dice Game.  You could leave this drawing out for Santa tonight with his cookies. Have your child add a note of thanks, like “thank you for visiting my house” or “thank you for the presents” or both! You can turn it into a Christmas card for Santa!

Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt Printable for Christmas Eve

Go Look at Christmas Lights. In our Printable Scavenger Hunts for Kids, we included this Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt from Happiness is Homemade. Snowflakes, candy canes, frosty, a nativity, light set to music…. see how many you can find.

Christmas Eve Gift Ideas

Have a Scavenger Hunt. Download this Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt Printable PDF (you can use with or without a Scout Elves doll.) This Christmas scavenger hunt includes 22 rhyming clues you can omit or personalize to your home. Doing this as a Christmas Eve Tradition, have clues lead to a Christmas Eve gift box.

Christmas Eve Box with Printable Christmas Gift Tags

Do your kids always ask to open Christmas presents? Just one?! They can! One Christmas Eve gift idea you can continue every year – a Christmas Eve Box. We especially love this one from Dating Divas because it includes free printables for labeling your gift ideas. Christmas gift ideas include movies, snacks, a book and more – all in one family present box.

Matching Christmas Pajamas for a family

One item to included in your Christmas Eve gift box are Matching Christmas Pajamas for the Family. I would suggest buying these early, as sizes go quick the later in the season you shop. Some of my favorite places to buy matching pajamas are Target, Walmart, and Kohls, Often kids can only wear them one year, so try to keep your purchase low cost. You can see one year we had “pairs” of matching Christmas pjs.

31 DIY Christmas Gift Ideas

Things of other’s this holiday season. Bring the neighbors a bottle of wine with this free White Christmas Wine Gift Tag. Another idea is to make the neighbors Reindeer Rudolph Bottle Craft using beer or IBC root beer.

Legend of the Candy Cane Christmas Poem Printable

Share the Gospel with the Legend of the Candy Cane or this M&M Christmas poem. Share with neighbors and friends. This is a fun way to share the new testament Christmas story while gifting a sweet treat.

Christmas Eve Family Traditions

Christmas Eve Traditions | Last Night Elf on the Shelf Ideas

If you have a north pole friend, take a look at these Elf on the Shelf Goodbye Ideas. These are cute last night Christmas Eve Elf on the Shelf ideas for your child. See more of our Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

How to Make Santa Foot Prints

Learn how to make Santa Foot Prints with baking soda and flip flops from Smart School House. It will bring a huge smile to your face to have the kids discover these on Christmas morning.

Christmas Eve Brunch Snowman Breakfast Table

Christmas brunch is always a breakfast casserole. It’s hard to go all out with a fun Christmas tablescape because we are so occupied with opening presents. On Christmas eve, have a beautiful Christmas brunch spread with this Snowman Breakfast idea from Hoosier Homemade

Christmas Eve Bucket List for Family Traditions

Julie at Happy Home Fairy has an adorable Christmas Eve Activity bucket list printable. A few of these ideas you might do a bit earlier in the season, but some are perfect for the night before Christmas.

  • Decorate Christmas Cookies

  • Have a Christmas Dance Party

  • Sip Hot Cocoa by the Fire

  • Read The Night Before Christmas

  • Donate Books and Toys

  • Cut Out Paper Snowflakes


Christmas Eve Traditions for Family

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