Use Cheerios or another suitable cereal so the elf can spell out a secret message. What does your elf want to say? Elf on the Shelf cutlery Elf has made a smiley face using Cheerios, or whatever cereals you have to hand, on the breakfast table. 17. Elf takes the pups for a walk You’ll need to stuff the Elf into the balloon then blow it up. Push it in head first – its quite hard to do feet first! The kids will love to play this game with their elf: Find the hidden treat! Grab some plastic cups and arrange them in front of this printable sign with a hidden treat inside one of the cups.

A makeshift swing crafted from a toilet roll inner and a length of ribbon can be hung just about anywhere in the home – such as beneath a shelf. Spelling Elf on the Shelf Want to avoid moving your elf for 14 days? Make an elf isolation house and let it quarantine for 14 days after arrival from the North Pole. You could use doll clothes so that Elf has clothes his own size to organise. 54. Elf goes to space! Wrap the Elf in tin foil, including making him a little hat, then hang him from a ceiling light using string. Add some cut out stars (use foil for these too) to make it look like he’s in space. 55. Elf is raiding the piggy bankLastly, create the elf’s hat. First, draw a semi-circle above the elf’s head from ear-to-ear. Complete the elf’s hat by drawing an upside down “v” on top of the semi-circle. Let the kids catch the elf in the act of wrapping some Christmas presents. Small, cheap items will do, so why not raid the supermarket or local dollar store for some little goodies? Peeping Elf on the Shelf The trend first went viral in the US, then rapidly spread across the globe. Despite being a relatively new Christmas tradition, it’s already become firmly established.

This is a great one if you have two elves, but if you don’t just set them up to play against one of your child’s favourite toys. Put the egg in a frying pan – or add a few eggs – and then have Elf sit next to the pan holding a spatula as if he is frying the egg for breakfast! 65. Feeding dinosaurs Leave a note that says your children must sprinkle the magical confetti on the eggs and tomorrow there will be a big surprise.DIY With My Guy has created a printable letter from your Elf to help make this idea work. 62. Use these fun FREE printable notes Elf is on mummy or daddy’s computer or iPad surfing the internet for toys. 30. Flying with a parachute Ask your child to do a drawing for the elf. The next day have the elf holding a drawing in return for your child’s drawing. 20. Elf is hiding in a houseplant Need a little extra help? Grab my free Elf on the Shelf cheat sheet – a printable guide to what to do with the elf every day until Christmas Day. Yes, you can even buy Elf on the Shelf bedlinen. If you want to brighten up your child’s room with some Christmas Manchester, you can buy an Elf on the Shelf duvet set in cool, comfortable cotton.

When figuring out what to do with your Elf every morning search what you have in the house. A lot of inspiration can be taken from everyday items, so you don’t need to buy a bunch of props. Elf has used a polaroid camera to take selfies, or “elfies”! Have a couple of photos of the Elf next to him along with the camera. 43. Elf takes a nap Be prepared when your Elf on the Shelf arrives from the North Pole and make sure they are all set for their visit and social distancing. This elf face mask is just what your elf needs this holiday season. Plus, it’s a great way to teach your kids how to be safe as well. Making a mask for your elf is super easy with just a few supplies you probably already have around the house. And once you’re done, don’t forget quarantine your elf for 14 days in this Elf Isolation House.Like any popular piece of merchandise, the Elf on the Shelf trend has grown to include extra products. Hence the addition of ‘ Elf Pets‘ to the family. These come in several options. Scatter some rice on a smooth surface, then place your elf on it so he or she is making a snow angel. (Flour or icing sugar will look more like snow, but they’re far more messy to clean up.) Elf on the Shelf wrapping Add a sign saying “Do Not feed the dinosaurs” for extra cheeky fun. 66. Elf on the Shelf’s last day Want to buy Elf on the Shelf? The main product is a set comprising the Elf on the Shelf book and a soft toy elf to play the game with. Once you have the book and toy elf, you can read the tale to the kids to get them excited about the new addition to the household.

What began with the book now includes a set with an elf figure, as well as a range of other Elf on the Shelf merchandise. Including the newer, yet already incredibly popular, ‘Elf Pets’ range.There are various official and unofficial options available, and we love the set of magnets that comes with the Christmas Countdown Calendar. Draw two half circles between the two horizontal guidelines (B & C) for the elf’s ears. Use the guidelines (A & B) to draw two half ovals for the elf’s eyes. At the intersection of the guidelines (A & C), draw a small “v” for the elf’s nose, a big “u” with two smile lines for the elf’s mouth and a small “u” for the elf’s lower lip. Erase all guidelines. They encourage your kids to be well behaved and they’ll love to collect them all, so hopefully this should be a win-win! 63. Elves are playing a game We also discuss how to introduce the idea to the kids, some ideas for playing with your elf off the shelf and how to incorporate the trend into your festive decor and gifting.