After participating in the Elf on Shelf Shenanigans for years, I've learned that by the time it's time to move our Elf, I am exhausted and have little to no creativity. So, I've gathered 25 Quick Elf on The Shelf Ideas that are so easy to do, they can be done in 10 minutes or less. That means less time trying to figure out how to move. Elf on the Shelf Tic Tac Toe Christmas Idea. Create a magical Elf on the Shelf prop with this printable tic tac toe game. Download, print, and follow the directions for a festive activity with your elf. Kids could even take turns with the elf, who won't move until after the kids are in bed, so this activity can last several days.
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Hang your family's elf from kitchen cabinets, a shelf or grab some stick-on hooks like this crafty parent. 23. Tic-Tac-Bow. Tic-tac-toe — but make it festive. Grab some painter's tape or washi. 11. If you have a toy or machine that can make it look like the elf is stuck - that's always fun. This one is a candy vending machine dispenser. 12. An elf riding anything is always easy and fun. 13. Posing with a toothbrush. 14. In a toilet paper roll. Apple watch for Christmas. Jules Sebastian who shares two boys, Hudson, nine, and Archie, seven, with singer Guy Sebastian, shared a brilliant Elf on the Shelf idea. Two cheeky elves can be seen sitting next to an apple with a piece cut out of it. On a piece of paper they've drawn a clock face on the apple section and added a watch band. Kitchen. Your kitchen is a great place for your elf to hide. For the main reason that just about everybody goes into the kitchen every day, so the kids will be sure to notice this one probably right away. In the cabinet. In the pantry. In the refrigerator: Brrr it's chilly in the fridge!
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10. Plant Shelf Perch: Place the Elf on a high plant shelf or among indoor plants, blending in with the greenery. 11. Top of the TV Cabinet: Set the Elf atop a tall TV cabinet or entertainment center. 12. Laundry Room Shelf: Hide the Elf on a high shelf in the laundry room, with a small laundry-related prop. The Elf on the Shelf Ball Pit Idea. Of course, the elves would find themselves in a ball pit of red-and-green M&Ms! The helpful sign makes it clear that this candy is not for snacking, just in case any kids try to sneak some! This clever idea by Ashley Byrom of Stage.Organize.Sell only takes a few minutes to pull off. Start Off on a Good Foot. Leave your Elf on the Shelf out on the first night with a note saying "Howdy" and a couple of pieces of candy for your child. Pro tip: Sneak a piece or two of their favorite candy out of their trick-or-treat bags at Halloween, and that can be your kiddos' gift from the elf. 02 of 24. Elf on a Swing. Hang a small string and an empty toilet paper roll from a shelf, door frame, or ceiling fan and let the elf "swing" using a small toy swing. I do suggest adding a bit of tape on the bottom of the elf so they stay on the swing, tape also works to have their hands holding onto the strings.
10 lastminute Elf on the Shelf Ideas for 2019
Find the hidden treat game. Grab a free printable Elf sign for this game. Making a gingerbread house from bread and ground ginger (see below). Doing a puzzle. Making banana bread. Fun activity sheet - Elf on the Shelf activities - free printables. Hanging out with Barbie. Making a fidget with bread and smarties. Attacked by T-Rex! We lay Elf on the floor, his foot in the mouth of one of Harrison's dinosaurs. Lego Elf. Elf built a sleigh out of Lego and sat our miniature Christmas reindeer in it! Raiding the cookbooks. Elf got the cookbooks off the shelf, chose one and sat on the sofa to read it. Battleships.
Quick Elf on the Shelf Ideas with Food. #1 Toss mini marshmallows on the cupboard for an Elf on the Shelf snowball fight between another toy. #2 Set the Elf on the couch with a movie and package of popcorn. #3 If you have Hershey Kisses handy unwrap a few for Elf on the Shelf "poops". #4 Have the Elf get into candy with a doll. Instead of stressing over your Elf, get inspired by these Elf on the Shelf last minute ideas! Most take just a few minutes to set up. I've had a lot of new Elf on the Shelf ideas for you lately, so I thought I'd put them all together along with a bunch of other quick ideas in one place for easy reference!
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Day 1: Welcome Back Elf. Our Elf is bringing a Welcome Back gift for the fam! The Lego Advent Calendar is a fun gift for Elf to bring! Christmas PJ's would be a fun idea too! Your elf doesn't really have to bring back anything extravagant or expensive. He could bring back a bouquet of balloons, some hot chocolate, new Elf on the Shelf. Click each picture for full instructions for your Scout Elf. Looking for more quick elf ideas! Use these 10 printables to inspire your Scout Elf's last-minute surprise! Before you or your elf get to work recreating any of these inspirational photos, be sure to read these safety warnings. Santa wants to make sure everyone stays safe!