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15 Elf on the Shelf Ideas Your Kids Will Love

Last updated on December 13, 2019 By Araminta Leave a Comment

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What are your favorite Elf on the Shelf ideas for kids?

Elf on the Shelf always manages to bring a bit of excitement, magic and humor leading up to many kids’ favorite holiday: Christmas! Playing around with Elf on the Shelf is easy for parents build up the excitement, and super fun for kids to find.

The Elf on the Shelf tradition started in 2005 through a book and elf doll. In the book, the Elf visits around every Thanksgiving or December 1st. Every day, the Elf comes and goes from the North Pole to report on how the children are behaving. Every morning, the Elf is in a new place of the house: in the fridge, on the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from odd places. The most important is that the Elf is not touched, so it doesn’t lose its Christmas magic. The Elf has a special name, and will return to its home on Christmas Eve.

Here are some fun and creative ideas for Elf locations leading up to Christmas day!

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Kids

1. Elf on the Shelf Toaster Idea

It’s starting to get cold, and Elf needs to warm up! Keep them warm and toasty next to your toaster in the kitchen. Get some bread and use it as clothing for your elves! Follow the tutorial from Frugal Coupon Living.

 

2. Elf on the Shelf Ideas Using Marshmallows

One of the best foods to eat during winter season? Marshmallows. Get these cute small marshmallows and get creative with your Elf. Elf taking a bubble bath, Elf playing with toys, Elf having tea with his friend… Great idea from Bombshell Bling

 

3. DIY LEGO Zipline for Your Elf

Elf is looking for an adrenaline rush! This cute Elf on a Zipline idea is easy and unique. A couple of paper clips twisted together and he’s hanging onto your zipline. Then tie your string between two high points and watch him slide! Great fun for kids. Idea from Mama Cheaps 

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4. Elf on the Shelf Christmas Morning Idea

Elf has been appearing every single morning in a new place. But what about Christmas morning? What if you Elf decides to stay with you throughout Christmas Day? Here’s an idea if your elf is planning on sticking around. Idea from Frugal Coupon Living

 

5. Elf on the Shelf Easy Egg Idea

Just before baking cookies or making breakfast: Elf appearing with eggs ready to cook with you.

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6. Elf on the Shelf Cocoa Party

Elf wants chocolate! Easy to set up on a tea cart – set Elf up with the ingredients for a fun cocoa party! Idea from Sweet CS Designs.

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Naughty Elf on the Shelf Ideas

7. Elf on the Shelf Chocolate Idea

Elf has been a little naughty and already started eating the chocolate before Christmas day! Surround him with Hershey’s kisses wrappers and cover his face with chocolate. Idea from I Heart Naptime.

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8. Elf on the Shelf Swing Idea

Elf has gotten mischievous and is swinging from a toilet paper roll! Make your kids giggle with this funny and naughty idea. Idea from A Small Snippet.

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9. S’mores Elf on the Shelf Idea

Remember those mini marshmallows from before? Elf is now cooking them by the campfire. A classic snack for an elf.

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10. ‘I’m Back’ Elf on the Shelf Idea

You thought the Elf had disappeared? Nope, he’s back! Use these extra gumdrops to leave a message for anyone who finds him. Idea from Frugal Coupon Living.

 

11. Elf on the Shelf Goes Fishing in the Sink

Elf got a little hungry and started fishing for Goldfish crackers on the sink. Set up this cute setting for a good giggle when your kids find him in the bathroom. Idea from Rocking My 365 Project.

 

12. Elf on the Shelf Toilet Paper Snowman

So your elf is into snowman-building? No surprise there, considering where he’s from! Your kids will love the clever use of toilet paper. Idea from The Organised Housewife.

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13. Elf suffers a LEGO ambush

The toys were having a party and the LEGO minifigures felt left out! They ambushed Elf and held him hostage. Some funny and cute props for your kids to find the next morning. Idea from Living Locurto. 

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14. Elf on the Shelf Banana Minions

Do your children love the Minions? These bananas and a marker make great minions for Elf. Idea from California Unpublished.

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15. Piggy Break Robber Elf

Once again, Elf has been naughty and was trying to break into your piggy bank! Funny and cute scene to find on a December morning. Idea from Dirty Diaper Laundry.

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What are your favorite Elf of the Shelf ideas?

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