The Best Elf on the Shelf Ideas Ever

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Ahhhhh it’s almost that time of year again. That time when we frantically try to figure out a new a creative scenario for our kids to magically find their elf in. Feeling creatively challenged this year? Here are a few Elf on the Shelf ideas to keep you on top of your clever game! Your kids won’t be disappointed with these incredibly fun and easy ideas. These are the BEST Elf on the Shelf ideas EVER….

The BEST Elf on the Shelf ideas EVER!! Don't worry about frantically figuring out what to do with the elf tonight. Check out these easy and smart Elf on the Shelf ideas instead.

The Best Elf on the Shelf Ideas Ever

 

1. Tiny Elf on the Shelf door for your elf to easily go in and out

This is so adorable! Place it on the mantle, by your front door, in your child’s room, or anywhere else. It’s so realistic looking and really excites kids with the magic of Santa and his elves! so adorable! Place it on the mantle, by your front door, in your child's room, or anywhere else. It's so realistic looking and really excites kids with the magic of Santa and his elves!

2. It looks like this elf is stuck in a cup

HELP! How did that happen? At least he’s got a sign:) A simple, easy, and perfect Elf on the Shelf idea.

HELP! It looks like this elf is stuck in a cup. How did that happen?

3. Elf On The Shelf Scavenger Hunt

This elf taunts you with candy canes! Do you have any extra candy canes around? Try this idea! Source unknown.

Elf On The Shelf taunts you with candy canes!

4. Elf on the refrigerator Shelf

Hah! Brrr…. it’s cold in here. Use a washcloth to wrap up your elf for this idea. By New Mercies

Elf on the *refrigerator* Shelf hah! Brrr.... it's cold in here.

5. Elf on the Shelf crock pot bathtub

Scrub a dub dub, there’s an elf in that crock pot tub! How ADORABLE is this? Fill up a crock pot with cotton balls, add a rubber ducky and some tiny towels (made with fabric scraps). SO SMART! Source unknown.

Scrub a dub dub, there's an elf in that crock pot tub! How ADORABLE is this Elf on the Shelf idea?

6. Elf on the Shelf Gets Locked Outside

Awesome elf on the shelf idea! No need to buy anything or set up much for this one! Just tape him to the outside of your door and write “Help! I’m locked out!” LOL! Source unknown.

Awesome elf on the shelf idea!

7. DIY Elf on the Shelf Igloo

Make an igloo out of cotton balls and shine a light over the top. Super easy!

Elf on the shelf cotton ball igloo

8. Elf on the Shelf Sitting on Toilet paper

Can’t reach me! This is easy enough…. Simply stack up rolls of toilet paper in the bathroom and stick the elf on the very top. Source unknown.

Elf on the Shelf. Can't reach me! This is easy enough....

9. Let it Go Elf on the Shelf in the Bathroom

Elf on the Shelf Frozen toilet. I can think of a few kids who would get a kick out of this kid-friendly humor! Source unknown.

Elf on the Shelf Frozen toilet.

12. Elf Stuck in a Jar of Marshmallows

Elf on the Shelf in a Jar of Marshmallows for Christmas. #ElfOnTheShelf #ElfOnTheShelfIdea #ElfOnTheShelfIdeas #EasyElfOnTheShelfIdea

11. Elf Looking Through a Magnifying Glass

He's always watching! How to make an Elf on the Shelf looking through a Magnifying glass for Christmas. #ElfOnTheShelf #ElfOnTheShelfIdea #ElfOnTheShelfIdeas #EasyElfOnTheShelfIdea

12. Give to Get

Here’s a great way to clear out some unused toys! The kids will be motivated by this enticing note from the Elf. By Courtney Potoka

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

13.  Elf on a Stack of Cans Getting Into the Candy

What a sneaky little elf! Source: Pinterest

Elf on the Shelf Ideas:  Elf on a Stack of Cans Getting Into the Candy What a sneaky little elf! Source: Pinterest

14. Elf Donuts

…and while we’re at it, check out these Elf on the Shelf Donuts to make. Leave them for your Elf on the Shelf and don’t forget to leave more on Christmas Even next to Santa’s Cookies!

Elf Donuts


Kelly Dixon

Welcome to Smart School House! I’m so glad you are here! I’m Kelly Dixon and my website is designed to inspire your creative side. I hope you visit us here often!


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