Elf on the Shelf started in the US as a cute Christmas tradition where a mischievous little elf “visits” each night and gets up to silly antics while children sleep. Parents move the elf daily to create magic, excitement, and a countdown to Christmas...with varying levels of effort depending on energy, caffeine, and how close it is to bedtime.
Good news: your elf doesn’t need a Hollywood stunt coordinator. Here are five super-easy Elf on the Shelf ideas that look impressive but take minutes.
Fill a mug or bowl with marshmallows and sit your elf inside like it’s having a luxurious bubble bath.
Note: “Ahhh… a little R&R before the Christmas chaos begins.”
Why it works: Zero effort. Maximum cuteness.
Lean your elf against a tin or balance on the edge of a shelf, use two toothpicks and mini marshmallows to make a “barbell,” and boom, your elf is getting shredded for Christmas.
Note: “Getting ready for carrying a whole load of pressies"
Why it works: Funny, simple, and uses kitchen cupboard items you already have.
Sprinkle a thin layer of flour or icing sugar on the counter, then lie your elf in the middle with little “arm and leg” marks.
Note: “Look! I made a snow angel”
Why it works: Kids lose their minds over the idea of magical snow indoors. You get away with using ingredients you already have.
Place your elf next to an open Bad Brownie box, nibble marks optional, and sprinkle a few crumbs around.
Note: “Oh no… these brownies are TOO GOOD.”
Why it works: Kids love the mischief. Adults get to enjoy the brownies afterward. Win win!
Place your elf leaning down on the counter next to some bubblegum and then inflate a small balloon and tie it to the elf's backside as if the naughty elf had just blown a backside bubble
Note: “Oops, never swallow bubblegum!”
Why it works: Kids love the naughty potty humour of this little trick and it is so easy to set up
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