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12 Items Every Elf on the Shelf Mom Needs

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December 5, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Elf on the Shelf Ideas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media Leave a Comment

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Beginning the Elf on the Shelf can be a tradition, but having the right resources will help. Stock up on these 10 Items Every Elf on the Shelf Mom Needs.

12 Items Every Elf on the Shelf Mom Needs

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If you are planning on doing the Elf on the Shelf tradition this year, you know you have many days of rearranging the elf ahead of you! Luckily, this can be a breeze if you keep certain items on hand. By keeping a stash of “elf supplies” within reach, you can be sure that you are always ready to put on a great display. Take a look below at 10 items every elf on the shelf mom needs, so you can be prepared this Elf on the Shelf season!

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1. Marshmallows.

Mini marshmallows especially are great for making fake snow. You can also stick the elf in a mug of marshmallows to look like he is in a hot tub or bath. If you wish, marshmallows can even be used to spell out words or messages. See this Elf Marshmallow Bath idea.

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2. Cotton balls.

Cotton balls make excellent snowballs. If you want your elf to look like he is ready for a snowball fight, tape one into his hand. You can also pull the cotton balls apart to make snow banks for him to hide in. We used them as bubbles in a bath tub! See the Rub a Dub Dub There’s an Elf in the Tub Idea.

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3. Dry erase marker.

Let your elf on the shelf “scribble” mustaches onto the glass frames of family pictures. You can also make red noses or antlers with the dry erase marker. You can also use the dry erase marker on the elf’s face and it should wipe clean. Give him a mustache, perhaps? Take a look at our Elf Rudolph idea.

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4. Mini note pad.

Sometimes the elves like to leave letters or notes. Keep a sticky notepad or notebook on hand so your elf can leave jokes and greetings. Add some more fun by using colorful markers, stickers, glitter pens, etc. See this Elf Shopping List idea.

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5. Glitter or Sprinkles.

You can make a glitter trail for kids to follow to the elf. Glitter also comes in handy if anyone accidentally touches the elf and you need to “bring back the magic.” Just give him a sprinkle and he will be as good as new. We used sprinkles to make a “snow angel.” See our Elf Sprinkle Angel idea.

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6. Gum drops.

These are fun for building little forts, writing out words with, and so much more. Keep some colorful gumdrops on hand so your elf can build and write with them. Take a look at our Elf Gum Drop Ball.

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7. String or yarn.

Why not try hanging your elf from a light fixture or banister like he is climbing? String or yarn makes it easy as does a little tape. Take a look at our Elf Tire Swing idea. ” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow”>We used twine.

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8. Felt sheets.

You can use crafting felt to make mini clothes for your elf, little skis, a surf board, a blanket, or all sorts of other props. Keep some felt on hand for these ideas and more. We created a blanket in this Elf is Sleeping idea.

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9. Pipe cleaners.

Pipe cleaners can be turned into roasting sticks, used as ski sticks, or even just wrapped around the elf so he can be an escape artist. We used them as drum sticks in our band. Keep pipe cleaners on hand for all sorts of props. See our Elf on the Shelf Rock Band idea.

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10. Doll accessories.

Grab a few doll accessories to keep on hand for your elf to interact with. Let it play dress up, have a tea party, or even play with dinosaurs, etc. Kids will love seeing the elf playing with their toys. Take a look at our Elf on the Shelf One Man Band idea. Our must have accessory is this Kaiser 11 inch doll stand.

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11. A sense of humor.

Every mom needs a sense of humor for these creative ideas. If you have that but lack the creative ideas, check our our daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas all November and December long! Take a look at this Kidnapped Stuffed Animal idea.

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11. Elf Printables.

Our goal is to make Elf on the Shelf Easy for you. Take a look at our Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Enter your email address and we will give you a code to access our Elf on the Shelf Instant Downloads and Resources. We also have an Elf Store. This will provide you with enough printables and instant downloads to get you through the entire season of your North Pole visitor.

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Are you ready for some elf fun? Keep these items on hand and you are sure to never run out of creative ideas for your elf on a shelf!

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

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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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Last Updated on December 5, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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