Many, many years ago when my girls were little in December we would get a little visitor, Elizabeth our the Elf on the Shelf! For the first week in December I was always full of ideas and soon after I struggled so would look online for inspiration.
Whether your elf is a seasoned pro or just making it's debut, coming up with creative and fun ideas can sometimes feel like a bit of a challenge so here are 50 Elf on the Shelf ideas to keep you sane throughout December!
Zipline Adventure: Create a zipline across the room using string and have the elf hang on.
Marshmallow Bath: Place the elf in a bowl of marshmallows, as if taking a bath.
Cereal Box Hideout: Hide the elf inside a cereal box with just its head poking out.
Book Nook: Set up the elf reading a book or surrounded by a small stack of books.
Lego Construction Site: Place the elf amidst a Lego construction scene.
Cookie Decorating: Set up a cookie decorating station with the elf in the middle.
Elf ‘Selfies’ with the Toys: Leave out a camera or a phone, and have your elf surrounded by your child's favourite toys as if they’ve been up all night snapping selfies.
Snow Angel: Make a “snow angel” on the kitchen side with flourand place the elf on it.
Movie Night: Set the elf up with popcorn and treats ready to watch a movie.
Bathroom Shenanigans: Put the elf in the bathroom with a roll of toilet paper unravelled.
Balloon Ride: Attach the elf to a balloon for a floating effect.
Puppet Show: Use stuffed animals or finger puppets for a mini puppet show with the elf.
Candy Cane Hunt: Hide candy canes around the house with the elf pointing them out.
Christmas Tree Climber: Place the elf climbing the Christmas tree.
Puzzle Solver: Put the elf in the middle of a jigsaw puzzle, as if working on it.
Toy Car Races: Position the elf racing toy cars on a track.
Teddy Bear Tea Party: Set up a tea party with the elf and stuffed animals.
Sticker Fun: Have the elf covered in or surrounded by festive stickers.
Snack Thief: Put the elf in the middle of a snack stash with a few crumbs around.
Christmas Lights Tangle: Wrap the elf in Christmas lights (safely and loosely).
Colouring Fun: Set up a colouring station with the elf holding crayons or markers.
Elf Trapped: Place the elf in a jar or container with a note saying, “Help me!”
Scavenger Hunt: Leave clues around the house with the elf leading to a small prize.
Snowball Fight: Set up a scene with cotton balls as “snowballs” and the elf in the middle.
Elf Graffiti: Draw silly faces on family photos using non-permeant marker of course.
Holiday Playlist DJ: Create a mini DJ booth with the elf spinning records or playing music.
Elf Size Snacks: Make tiny snacks and place the elf next to them.
Top of the tree: Place the elf as the topper on your Christmas tree.
Elf Making Reindeer Food: Have the elf making ‘reindeer food’ with oats and glitter.
Elf on the Shelf Calendar: Set up a mini advent calendar just for the elf.
Gingerbread House Building: Set up a gingerbread house kit with the elf “constructing” it.
Snowflake Maker: Have the elf cutting out paper snowflakes.
Read the Elf on the Shelf Book: Have the elf reading its own book
Toothpaste Message: Write a cheeky message on the bathroom mirror using toothpaste.
Snowman Making: Use cotton balls or marshmallows to create a snowman with the elf.
Tiny Tree Decorating: Have the elf decorating a mini Christmas tree.
Elf on the Shelf Tattoo: Create temporary tattoos or stickers for the elf.
Elf in the Sink ‘Bubble Bath’: Fill the sink with cotton balls and place the elf inside.
Santa’s List: Have the elf reviewing or making a list of names.
DIY Snow Globe: Place your elf inside a clear jar with fake snow.
Gift Unwrapping: Set up a scene where the elf is in the middle of unwrapping gifts.
Elves in Training: Create a training camp with the elf doing “exercise” or obstacle courses.
Elf in the Fridge: Have the elf inside the fridge, bundled up in a scarf.
Mini Spa Day: Create a spa scene with the elf relaxing in a tiny robe or towel.
Christmas Wish List: Create a list of holiday wishes and have the elf holding it.
Christmas Elf Parade: Create a parade with toy figures and the elf leading.
Shoe Parade: Put the elf in a line of shoes like it’s a parade.
Game Night: Set up a board game with the elf as the player.
Elf Bandit: Fill a toy car with chocolate coins and have the elf driving off with them.
Elf and the pet: Have the elf interacting with your pet’s toys.
Do you have any more ideas of what to do with the elf?
I have never had an elf on the shelf although some of my friends do. I like all the cute ways you give to have elf adventures at Christmas!
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