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Elf Crafts | Elf on the Shelf Crafts for Kids

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August 26, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Elf on the Shelf Crafts for Kids. This holiday season, get crafting with these Elf Craft Ideas. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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.

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 Crafts for Kids

Get crafting this holiday season with these kids. We brought together some cute Elf Crafts to help you and your child get creative this holiday season.

One way to introduce this craft, is to have your Elf on the Shelf doll sitting with the craft supplies necessary. Then in the morning, you and your child can enjoy a day of crafting.

1. Paper Plate Elf from I Heart Crafty Things
2. Salt Dough Elf (turn it into an ornament) from Messy little Monster
3. Popsicle Stick Elf from Artsy Craftsy Mom
4. Cinnamon Stick Elf from Turning Clock Back
5. Elf Popsicle Stick Hats from Homeschool Preschool
6. Elf Family Portrait from The Inspiration Edit
7. Elf Paper Puppet from Red Ted Art
8. Paper Elf Craft with Accordion Arms & Legs from The Best Ideas for Kids
9. Easy Elf Craft from Stylish Cravings
10. E is for Elf from Must Have Mom
11. Handprint Elf from The Best Ideas for Kids
12. Paper Bag Elf from I Heart Crafty Things

A few of our own Elf on the Shelf Crafts to check out is our Elf House, including many ideas from others. Some of you have the best Elf on the Shelf House Ideas!

We also think you will like these Elf on the Shelf Rice Krispie Treats – you will never guess what cookie cutter we used to make these treats.

Elf on the Shelf Printables

If you are looking for more paper elf crafts, take a look at our free printable Elf template. Elf yourself with this cute and adorable Elf craft and elf on the shelf coloring page.

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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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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VSCO Girl Gift Guide

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November 26, 2019 by FCL Filed Under: Amazon, Fashion, Online Shopping

Do you have a VSCO girl at home? If you’re looking for ideas on what to get her for Christmas, we have a VSCO Girl Gift Guide for you with some of the things she’ll be wanting this year. Make sure you grab these VSCO girl stickers, too. They make great stocking stuffers!

Seashell necklaces are a must-have for VSCO girls, and I love that this Shell Necklace Set comes with both a necklace and an anklet. Your VSCO girl will wear these all the time!

Scrunchies are back in style (seriously – who would have thought?) and are one of the VSCO girl’s favorite accessories. This pack of 60 Velvet Hair Scrunchies has every color your girl will need to match all her outfits!

Does your girl want a Hydro Flask for Christmas? This Hydro Flask Standard Mouth Water Bottle in a bunch of different sizes and colors. It’s the perfect bottle for her to take to school and when she’s out and about.

I loved friendship bracelets when I was a kid, and they’re definitely popular now, too. These Nepal Woven Friendship Bracelets are so pretty and colorful. You’ll get 12 bracelets in this pack, and your girls can wear them on their own or stacked together.

Every VSCO girl will love this SweatyRocks Women’s Tie Dye Crop Top. Not only is it fun and colorful with pastel colors but it says “happy”!

Every VSCO girl needs Birkenstock-style sandals. These Madden Girl Women’s Brando Slide-On Sandals have the perfect look but are much more affordable!

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Tea for Two Tea-rrific Tea Party Ideas

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January 11, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Social Media

Host a tea party fit for a queen with these Tea for Two: Tea-rrific Tea Party Ideas. With all the tea party food inspiration, cute DIY floral centerpieces, and more ideas for tea, these adorable afternoon tea ideas will get you ready to host a garden party with friends. Enjoy your par-tea!

Tea for Two Tea-rrific Tea Party Ideas

Have you ever dreamed of going to a high tea in London? It’s such a treat to imagine spending an afternoon in a fashionable outfit with all the tea party food (and tea, of course) that you could want! I’m sure that most of you have memories of tea parties you put on as a child. The great thing about a tea party is that it never goes out of style!

This is your sign to relive your childhood tea parties, with a grown-up twist. If your little ones want to get involved and have a tea party of their own, save these ideas for their next playdate or birthday party! These ideas for tea and tea party food inspiration are amazing for any tea-riffic tea party. Pinkies up!

What is a tea party?

A tea party is a festive, tea-centric gathering. While it can take place anytime, it is often in the afternoon and includes tea party food, namely mini cakes, bite-sized sandwiches, and other light refreshments.

Tea parties are especially lovely in the spring and summer, and even better if they take place in a sunny outdoor area. An outdoor party idea is great for distancing but still coming together in celebration.

Of course, you can’t forget the tea!

What teas are best for a tea party?

If the day is hot, it may be best to opt for an iced tea. To become the ultimate host, let your guests select from a complete list of teas, including…

Earl Grey Tea
Herbal Tea
Green Tea
Lavender Tea
Rose Tea
Chamomile Tea
Mint Tea

While many herbal teas are naturally decaffeinated, make sure to include a completely decaf option for those who are sensitive to caffeine. Looking to go the extra mile and include all the fixings? Serve up your tea with your guests’ choice of lemon, a sugar cube, milk, honey, or edible flower infused ice cubes!

Which foods should you serve at a tea party?

Your traditional bites include finger sandwiches, mini cakes or pastries, and light refreshments. A tea party spread is typically meant to be a light meal rather than a gigantic, opulent spread, so there’s no need to go crazy! Quality over quantity is the best way to go for your tea party menu.

Typical tea party food includes…

Finger sandwiches
Mini cupcakes
Macaroons
Fruit salads
Biscuits, scones or tea cookies
Tarts
Sponge cakes

You’ll be ready to host a tea party fit for a queen with these ideas for tea! These Tea for Two Tea-rrific Tea Party Ideas will prepare you to host a fabulous garden party with your friends. Enjoy!

Tea Party Games

Before you sent out the first invite, begin thinking about what you will do to make your guests have fun. While finger foods and sipping a tasty beverage are always nice, how will you guests be entertained?

These afternoon tea party ideas are perfect for a Victorian tea party, an allice in Wonderland themed party, a Mad Hater tea party, or use as tea party games for 7 year olds – any age and occasion will do! They offer memories to your gathering and keep everyone entertained.

Tea Party Games include:

Cookie Off
Butler’s Relay
Tea Cup Relay
Musical Dress Up
Tea Bag Toss
Sugar Cube Relay
Bobbing for Donuts
Sugar Cube Stack
Blind Makeover
Dress Up Relay
Suck It Up
Don’t Smile
Pin the Lid of the Tea Pot
Sugar Stack
Butler’s Relay
Tea Bag Toss
Tea Party Charades
Spill the Tea
Sweet Pot Pass
Say Ahhh
Sugar, Sugar, Cream
Cookie Decorating
Dress Up Relay

That is 23 tea party themed games perfect for kids of all ages, teens, tweens, adults and more. Use them for the ladies who lunch, use them for your child’s birthday party.

Common tea party supplies for your games include tea pot, tea cups, cookies, sugar cubes, serving trays and more. They include minute to win it, unique party games and classic party games.

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Tea Party Ideas

Now that you the party activities all figured out, take a look at these tea party ideas perfect for queens of all ages. It’s time to par-tea!

Use your leftover egg cartons to craft these Tea-rrific Tea Cup Party Invitations. We used them as Mother’s Day Cards, but they fit right into the tea party theme! Be specific in your invitation about your themed event. We think using this upcycled idea is pretty clear of the them. You can also asks guests to bring something like pearls, boas or even have them invite their teddy bear or American girl!

These Flower Ladies Handkerchiefs are a beautiful way to decorate your tea party table. This tea party tablescape prints in colors of mint, pink, and creams. What is really fun about everyone having their own hanky, is most sets come with different patterns and styles so everyone can quickly identify which napkin is theirs. It also make a nice tea party favor. | Jenny Cookies

Bite sized snacks are the perfect tea party food. These Strawberry Cheesecake Strawberry Bites make a fabulous, light dessert.

Wood sliced table chargers make a beautiful spot for a mason jar flower centerpiece. Top them with a doily, macaroons, mini cupcakes or other bite-sized treats. Head over to Watch Them Grow for more great tea party ideas!

Have you ever thought to include honeydew in a savory and sweet salad? You’d be surprised at how delicious this Honeydew Cucumber Salad is!

Jazz up floral bouquets from your grocery store or florist by adding a lace parasol in the center for this tea party idea! It offers unique tea party decorations and brightens up any table. (Source Unknown)

This English wedding and display books, teacups and flowers has adorable inspiration for your ideas for tea centerpieces! Need to grab tea party décor on a budget. Visit a thrift store or even Goodwill before the big event.

Finger sandwiches are a must when it comes to tea party food! Try something new with these Strawberry Tea Sandwiches. You can also go with your traditional finger sandwiches like egg salad, peanut butter and jam, cream cheese and salmon or even turkey!

Head to your local thrift or vintage shop and seek out some old tea cups. You can use them for tea of course, but here they were used for dip! So creative. The possibilities are endless! (Website no longer available.)

Tea bag cookies are the perfect tea party dessert! Get this Tea Party Cookie Recipe. How adorable are these tea party themed cookies with baker’s twine? | Photo Source Munchkin Munchies (no longer available, see a similar tea bag cookie recipe.)

Is your tea party garden themed? Make a mini garden with baby carrots, hummus and parsley. You can buy mini clay pots on the cheap here!

Food just tastes better on a stick. Keep things elegant and adorable with these watermelon slices on sticks. Genius! | Source

Make a Funfetti Naked Cake. Naked cakes take the difficult decorating out of making a cake for your tea party, but they look so classy! This cake introduces blueberries but you can also use outdoor elements like flowers, herbs, and more.

Make mini parfaits with granola, yogurt and strawberries. We love the budget-friendly wooden spoon tied with pink and white baker’s twine to the cups! The pink in the twine and the strawberries look adorable together.

Make a beautiful tea party tablescape with faux pearls draped around tea cups, doilies, saucers and vintage books. This looks like it came straight out of Alice in Wonderland! What’s best about decorating for an afternoon tea, is you can mix and match. The less matchy, the more authentic an approach your party takes.

Back to low cost and where to find cheap décor. This DIY 3 tier stand was made with Dollar Tree finds. It is incredibly easy to DIY, inexpensive, and will perfectly show off your tea party food like quiches, scones, tea cakes, pastries, tiny chocolates and more!

Of course, you have to dress up for your tea party! These lace gloves will add a beautiful, classy touch to your outfit. (Source Unknown)

Edible flowers and herbs really take a glass of iced tea or sparkling water over the top. Try adding mint, rosemary, basil, lavender, honeysuckle, hibiscus and dandelion.

No need to stick to cucumber sandwiches. Pile doughnuts high and decorate them with a floral touch! Who can resist a donut cake? | The Knot

You’ll need some cute utensils to devour your tea party food with! Make your own shabby chic utensils, including this pearl wrapped fork. Is it too much? We think not!

A themed tea party isn’t complete without a refreshing drink option! For those that don’t like to sip tea, this strawberry, mint infused lemon water looks perfect for a spring tea party! (Unknown image source, recipe here)

Strawberry Mint Infused Water

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 8 1x

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Ingredients

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8–10 large strawberries (add additional if you like)
1/4 cup mint leaves (add additional if you like)
2 cups ice
6 cups filtered water
Optional: lemon

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Instructions

First clean and hull the strawberries.
Cut strawberries into halves or quarters, depending on your preference and the size of the strawberries.
Next, fill the bottom of a pitcher with the ice cubes.
Top with strawberries and mint leaves.
Fill the rest of the way with filtered water.
Place the pitcher in the refrigerator for at least an hour for the flavor to infuse. Overnight is best.
Optional: add a squeeze of lemon.

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Love the look of the strawberry water, but need to satisfy your craving for tea? Make our Strawberry Tea Recipe!

Make your celebration a posh affair or keep it low key as a backyard garden party. Whatever the plan, make sure you are prepared with your tea party themed menu, your party decorations, and your tea party activities. While the party décor is temporary, the memories are forever so keep it fun, light hearted, and memorable with Tea party games!

Cheers! Enjoy!

Celebrating Mother’s Day with a tea party? Also check out these Mother’s Day Craft Ideas. Moms to be will love a themed day full of a girlie theme. Pin to Pinterest.

For more fun ways to celebrate a gathering with friends, take a look at our Sleepover Ideas for the Girls. When an afternoon English tea party isn’t enough, take it into the night. Pin to Pinterest.

Ready to party? Keep the kids entertained at your next gathering. Take a look at these 50+ Kids’ Party Games – indoor, outdoor, night, birthday. These can be used at a tea party or for all your future events and celebrations. Set includes indoor and outdoor ideas. Classic and unique games. Also night games for those that want to play in the dark!

Six Elf on Strike Printables

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November 18, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Six reasons for to put Elf on Strike. These printables sit the Elf on the Shelf for two days of rest! New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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Six Elf on Strike Printables

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), until Christmas, 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.

This set of Elf on Strike printables is for those who need to give their kids a push. Six reasons to go on strike and remind your kids to behave.

No talking back
Be good at school
Get along with siblings
Clean your room
Listen to your parents
You choose!

Elf on the Shelf Behavior Warning

The problem: Sometimes the holiday season is a lot on our kids. It’s easy to get silly and misbehave. When your kids need a behavior warning, Elf needs to stay put!

The solution: Elf on Strike printables. It’s okay to have elf stay put when your kids are acting out. In fact, it will remind them Santa is watching and to get back in line! These instant downloads fit your immediate need. We even have a blank sign for you to “fill in the blank!”

When your North Pole visitor is on strike, Elf on the Shelf doesn’t move for a duration until the behavior has ceased or gotten better. These red elves mean business and can only continue their silly shenanigans when behavior is better!

Elf on the Shelf Supplies Needed

The Elf on the Shelf Doll
Bamboo skewers or Popsicle sticks
Craft supplies: tape, scissors, etc.
Elf on Strike printable

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Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

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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Elf on the Shelf Birthday Ideas and Traditions

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September 14, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Does your family have a December birthday? Enjoy dozens of creative and fun Elf on the Shelf Birthday Ideas and Elf Birthday Traditions in December and the entire year around. Load the confetti, blow up the balloons, bake the cake the Elf birthday traditions are perfect for your Scout elves. Enjoy over 100s of Elf on the Shelf Ideas plus Scout Elf printables for your North Pole visitor.

Do you have a December birthday? Does Elf come to visit at any time in the year to celebrate your son/daughter(s) birthday? We personally have three December birthdays and Elf has to be on his game with birthday Elf on the Shelf Ideas!

Does Elf on the Shelf come on your birthday?

While Santa’s birthday and Elf on the Shelf’s Birthday are mysteries, both really love celebrating the birthdays of young boys and girls. In fact, it doesn’t have to be December for an Elf on the Shelf can make a special appearance on a child’s birthday. The Elf can make a visit 365 days a year to celebrate a birthday. This can be done with a sweet happy birthday Elf on the Shelf note in the mail or this might be a one time day visit complete with a birthday cake, birthday breakfast and even a special birthday gift.

To incorporate an Elf doll on your special boy/girl’s birthday, start with reading Elf on the Shelf A Birthday Tradition. You can order the Elf birthday book online which comes with a cute Elf on the Shelf cupcake costume. Decorate your Elf doll in their special Elf on the Shelf birthday tradition outfit and sing a little tune of Happy birthday.

If you don’t have access to a Elf birthday book, perhaps send Elf on the Shelf birthday letters or a special birthday note in the mailbox. This can be the first step in the start of a birthday celebration.

Now that you and your child have talked about a birthday and their North Pole friend, they might ask for a special visit for a birthday. This is where you can introduce one of many Elf on the Shelf Birthday ideas.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Birthday

If it’s a special day, take a look at these cute Elf on the Shelf birthday ideas. These can happen any time during the year.

DIY Birthday Balloons

For the easiest Elf on the Shelf birthday idea, we used mini balloons and paper straws and made a cute little bouquet of balloons. You can use water balloons too!

This is such an easy Elf on the Shelf Idea. Not many supplies are needed to create a perfect birthday balloon bouquet.

The Elf on the Shelf
Mini balloons
Paper straws
Craft supplies: glue or double sided tape.

Using a permanent marker, we added the special message “dream high, soar high.” You could also say “happy birthday!”

We held the straws together with a clear orthodontist rubber band. You could also use a cute ribbon.

Elf on the Shelf In a Balloon

Of course, if you like the balloon idea, how about putting Elf on the Shelf in a balloon. It’s easy to insert Elf on the Shelf in an balloon. Just follow our special instructions and when you’re done with the little guy, write a special birthday note on the outside with a sharpie marker.

You can also follow these fun Elf on the Shelf balloon ideas.

Elf on the Shelf Birthday Cake

Make your own surprise Elf on the Shelf Birthday Cake. You also could buy these Elf on the Shelf cake bites and have your mini cupcakes for all your family elves.

Elf on the Shelf Birthday Letter

Elf does not have to visit at all. You can simply deliver and Elf on the Shelf birthday letter. Grab one of these letter templates, write a sweet message and let your son/daughter know that you can’t wait to see them in December!

Birthday Countdown

While most Elf on the Shelf countdowns are the days until Christmas, you can also count down the days until a special day… ahem, a birthday! Use toilet paper or even construction paper rings to count down the days until a very special birthday celebration.

Elf Birthday Party Decorations

Make the big day extra fun by decoration your house. Even if you are hosting birthday party guests or doing a small family birthday tradition, this fun Elf on the Shelf party décor would bring a festive look to the home.

How silly would this kit look hanging in the kitchen in August? It doesn’t have to be December to celebrate! This would be especially cute when your child rises from bed for a birthday breakfast.

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Elf on the Shelf Birthday Scavenger Hunt

An Elf is all about antics. Antics include games of hide and seek and what is the best hide and seek game – a scavenger hunt! Enjoy this Birthday Scavenger Hunt. Your North Pole visitor can deliver the the first clue card. Then your child can solve the easy scavenger hunt riddles and race around the home to find their birthday presents.

More Birthday Elf Visit Ideas

It looks like many of you are celebrating birthdays during the Christmas season. It’s so fun when your North Pole visitor can celebrate your birthday too!

Santa’s finest helpers are armed with birthday cake, balloons, confetti and more ready to help you celebrate in your own special way.

Take a look at these other Elf on the Shelf Birthday visit ideas…

Make an incredible Elf birthday breakfast with a candy cake!
Lay all the friends around with this Elf on the Shelf Birthday party celebration.
Decorate with streamers – Elf can leave a birthday note.
Spell out an Elf on the Shelf birthday wish in sugar!
Send Elf for a Hot Air Balloon Ride on Birthday balloons.
Write a message on a Balloon with markers.

Tip: 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.

Jesus Birthday

If in addition to the Elf on the Shelf birthday tradition, you are celebrating a birthday for a pretty cool guy on, say December 25th, don’t forget these Jesus Birthday Cakes too!

You can also use these other ways to celebrate Jesus’s birthday using your special Scout elves. Take a look at these Christian Elf on the Shelf ideas.

The first orginal title is the Bible. Go back to the OG or the original birthday tradition of Jesus’s birthday. Use an Elf Advent Calendar all the way until Christ’s Birth, bring a Jesus is born Elf on the Shelf bible verse pritnable or acknowledge the fruits of the spirit with this free Elf the Shelf printable.

Elf Birthday Printables

We have so many 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!

This also includes our Birthday Scavenger Hunt. Have Elf deliver the first clue has your child goes on a birthday treasure hunt to find their presents.

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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 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. You also can shop our collection of Elf Printables for ideas to cover the entire season!

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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.

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

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

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

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Portrait Printable

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April 30, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Get creative with this Elf Portrait Printable. Fill them in photo gallery wall picture frames or cover the refrigerator. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

I took a photo of my Elf and added a beautiful winterscape backdrop to create a Elf Portrait Printable for you all! Of course, this portrait must be his new school photo he wanted us to see!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

As a reminder, we are bringing on the latest Elf on the Shelf Ideas. We have new ideas every day in the month of November and December, just for you! Don’t forget, for six years we have brought you 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 particular idea, doesn’t need a bendable Elf, but having a kit is important for future ideas.

Elf Portrait Printable

For this Elf on the Shelf Idea, we printed off self portraits of Elf on the Shelf and plastered them all over our refrigerator. It was quite comical to look at in the kitchen all day. It was a reminder that our Elf is always watching.

Step up this Elf on the Shelf Idea by replacing family photos with Elf. This idea is perfect for a family photo gallery wall. If you have family photos, replace your photos with our Elf Portrait Printable.

I would suggest you carefully place your Elf in a watchful position. Clearly, putting Elf on the refrigerator handle (as we did for this photo) can cause some hungry tummies all day. If your placement wasn’t perfect and your Elf does happen to fall, don’t forget our Elf on the Shelf Magic Grippers (so no magic is lost) when you move Elf to his proper place for the day.

Elf on the Shelf Portrait Supplies

As always, we bring you unique ideas with very little Elf on the Shelf supplies. Use your Elf and portrait printable we will provide. If you decide to put your Elf in a Photo Gallery Wall, you will also need picture frames.

The Elf on the Shelf
Elf Portrait Printable (see below)
Tape
Optional: 8 x 10 frames and/or gallery wall

Elf Christmas Portrait Printable + More

This Elf Portrait Printable comes with one 8.5 x 11 photo of Elf. You can trim it down to fit 8 x 10 frames. If you need multiple (1 was not enough for us) just select to print the first page x number of times. The second pace is our disclosure and use policy.

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How to Print from Staples

I like to order my prints at Staples. It saves on ink and is only a few short miles from my home. I pick-up at the store, but of course you can upload them online and then have them shipped to your home.

Download and save your image from this post. (Please note these images are for personal use only and cannot be sold or used for commercial use.)
Sign in or create a Staples account on their print service page.
Return to Staples print service page.
Go to Start Project.
Go to Documents Printing. Select Browse.
Select the Buy Now Button under color.
On the left column, choose add file.
Select upload.
Select done.
Give your job a name.
Choose a quantity – if you want 10 portrait, fill in 10.
Make sure your project is single sided. The orientation should be portrait.
I changed my media to 8.5×11 and the media to 67 lb cover stock (I prefer a card stock feel over printer paper feel.)
Select add to cart.
Proceed to checkout. My total was under $1 for one print. You can choose to ship to your home or to pick up at your local store. Pay online and show your invoice when you pick up (I just show the order number on my phone at pick-up.) The order invoice will arrive in your email inbox.
Enjoy!

*Note: these Staple print service steps were added in Winter 2019 The directions may change as the website changes. They should give you a general outline of how to upload and order a print on Staples.com.

Elf on the Shelf Selfie

Elfie. Selfie. If your elf is all about his own appearance, we have some other Elf on the Shelf Portrait ideas. You can of course, replace every picture frame in the house with this printable. Also consider staging a Elf Christmas Portrait. You can create an artistic scene, having elf paint an Elf on the Shelf Portrait.

Use your phone to create an Elf on the Shelf Selfie and add this cute Elf on the Shelf Letter Board – Let’s Take a Selfie.

Elf S-ELF-ie Letter Board Printable

Elf on the Shelf on Facebook

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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Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Boards

Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

Who is Elf on the Shelf?

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

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

Elf on the Shelf Letter to Older Kids

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November 2, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Our Elf on the Shelf Letter to Older Kids gives elf permission to move at night or while the kids are in school. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

Elf on the Shelf Letter to Older Kids

The Christmas Tree is up! The Christmas Season is back – and guess what; we are back with 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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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 sign up for all of our Elf on the Shelf Printables here.

Elf on the Shelf Letter to Older Kids

Are your older kids involved in Elf on the Shelf. As the kids got older and still wanted visits from Elf, ideas became complicated. For one, sometimes I was in bed before the kids. That meant, either Elf did not move, or he/she moved when they were at school.

This letter fully explains why Elf might move at different times of the day.

Maybe you knew it, or maybe not,
But I have been back awhile and watching you a lot.
Now that you’re older and staying up late,
Some of my trips to Santa, may have to wait.
I may travel at night, when you’re snuggled in tight.
I may travel when you’re in school, and out of my sight.
So please be patient when you’re looking for me,
Here or there we will have lots of Elf fun, you will see!

Elf on the Shelf Supplies Needed

The Elf on the Shelf
Printable Elf on the Shelf Letter for Older Kids (see below)

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Download a Free, Printable Letter from Santa

Of course, this letter is from Elf, but did you know you can also Download a Free, Printable Letter from Santa from ElfontheShelf.com? Your elf may bring this letter from Santa back from the North Pole. Want to write the letter yourself, that works too! Check out our Printable Elf on the Shelf Postcard!

Free Elf on the Shelf Printables

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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.

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Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

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

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

Elf on the Shelf Rules

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September 27, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Elf on the Shelf Rules plus answers to some of your frequently asked questions. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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Elf on the Shelf Rules

Starting November 1st, we are back with daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Whether you are new to Frugal Coupon Living, or you have been with us for the past six years, we have something new to make Elf exciting for your family. 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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What is Elf on the Shelf?

What is Elf on the Shelf? This is Elf on the Shelf Explained in one minute. Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. This holiday tradition has an Elf on the Shelf book and a Scout Elf doll. The Scout Elf book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits.

While Elf on the Shelf lives at the North Pole, he begins visiting families every Christmas season checking on naughty or nice behavior of children. The Elf on the Shelf first visits each Thanksgiving. Each family is able to name their special elf. Each evening, Scot Elf returns from the North Pole to report to Santa on a family’s behavior. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. You must find him!

It is important VERY IMPORTANT, you do not touch The Elf on the Shelf or her/his Christmas magic will be lost! The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve.

Elf on the Shelf Rules

There are a few rules when it comes to adopting an Elf.

Name your Elf on the Shelf

Give your North Pole visitor a name. Look at our 50+ ideas of Elf on the Shelf Names.

Do Not Touch Elf on the Shelf

Elf looses his magic if he is touched by humans. Do not touch Elf on the Shelf. If you need to move Elf (for example, he/she has fallen) use our Magic Elf Grippers to move Elf. Also read about Elf being touched in the In Case of Elftastrophe an Elf on the Shelf Emergency Guide Book.

Elf Moves at Night

No matter what, Elf cannot move when you are watching. Elf on the Shelf moves at night when everyone is asleep. There may be a few occasion when Elf will need to move during the day when the kids are at school. Sometimes Elves fall asleep too. Look at our list of Reasons Elf Did Not Move plus a tip to make sure he/she moves each day.

Elf Cannot Talk

Elf is always listening, but Elf cannot talk. Tell Elf about your day, about your Christmas Wish List. You can even leave notes for Santa with Elf and he/she will deliver them at night to Santa Claus.

Elf Must Return Home at Christmas

Elf must go back to his home in the North Pole at Christmas. Look for a postcard. Elf might send you mail on his vacation or from his home! Typically Elf leaves on Christmas Eve night with Santa on the sleigh. Some elves stay and watch you open presents, returning to their home with magic the next day.

Can parents touch the elf on the shelf?

Frequently it’s asked, can adults touch Elf on the Shelf. Parents, it’s important to follow the rules of Elf on the Shelf. Elf must never be touched. However, if Elf has an accident or falls, it is important to move Elf from any dangerous spots (for example, the floor where your pet dog might pick it up.) You can use these Magic Elf on the Shelf grippers, so parents can touch and move Elf on the Shelf without actually “touching” the Elf.

Parents may also use a gloved hand OR if Elf must be touched with the skin of a human, Elf should sit out for another 24 hours.

Attention Parents: See the list of frequently asked questions at the Official Elf on the Shelf Page.

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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Free Elf on the Shelf Printables

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Elf on the Shelf Facebook Group

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

Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Boards

Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

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

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

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Tea Party Games

Cookie Off

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Tea Cup Relay

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Tea Bag Toss

Sugar Cube Relay

Bobbing for Donuts

Sugar Cube Stack

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Dress Up Relay

Suck It Up

Don’t Smile

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Sugar Stack

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Tea Bag Toss

Tea Party Charades

Spill the Tea

Sweet Pot Pass

Say Ahhh

Sugar, Sugar, Cream

Cookie Decorating

Dress Up Relay

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Elf on the Shelf In a Balloon

Elf on the Shelf Birthday Cake

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Elf on the Shelf Portrait Supplies

Elf Christmas Portrait Printable + More

Directions for your Free Elf Printables

How to Print from Staples

Elf on the Shelf Selfie

Elf on the Shelf on Facebook

Who is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf Letter to Older Kids

Elf on the Shelf Rules

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf Rules

Name your Elf on the Shelf

Do Not Touch Elf on the Shelf

Elf Moves at Night

Elf Cannot Talk

Elf Must Return Home at Christmas

Can parents touch the elf on the shelf?

Elf on the Shelf Printables

Free Elf on the Shelf Printables

Free Printables Step by Step Directions

Elf on the Shelf Facebook Group