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gardening elf ideas on the shelf
Becky Lugert Stayner
Plant some candy dum dums in small terracotta pots and watch your elf show off his green thumb. (Wait, does he have thumbs too?)
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The idea of fishing an elf on the shelf
Becky Lugert Stayner
Using a thermos lid, a small piece of wire, and some Swedish fish, you can recreate this scene from a country song.
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Elizabethan Elf on the Shelf Ideas
Becky Luigert Stayner
To elf or not to elf? Do you really have any questions? All you need is a cupcake liner or two for an old statement collar and an old book to unleash your little Shakespearean sprite.
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Elf's idea of arranging a dozen eggs on a shelf
Becky Luigert Stayner
You pretend to be shocked and start making an omelet, only to discover that a pesky elf has traded your 12 eggs for decorations.
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Tire swing elf idea on the shelf
Becky Luigert Stayner
Start with a chocolate donut (we used Entenmann's) and hang it from the tree with twine. (Tip: Chill the donuts beforehand to minimize melting.)
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ladder elf on the shelf ideas
Cut several paper straws into equal-sized sections and thread bread twine through them. Hanging from the cabinet below is a stash of goodies worth climbing into.
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Button Elf on the Shelf Idea
Becky Luigert Stayner
Use vintage buttons to spell out a congratulatory message or greeting from Mr. Claus himself. Fuzzy Santa's beard is optional.
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crafty elf on the shelf ideas
Becky Luigert Stayner
You see, he was obsessed with yarn and knitted all the ornaments! To make the ornament, wrap the thread around a clear plastic Christmas ornament and secure the beginning of the thread with a bit of hot glue until the ornament is completely covered. Thread a bamboo cocktail pick through the thread to imitate a knitting needle. Hang if necessary.
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slingshot elf on the shelf ideas
Becky Luigert Stayner
Find a Y-shaped branch and cut it to fit the elf. Next, attach the mini marshmallow to a rubber band and wrap it around the branch.
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Camper Elf on the Shelf Ideas
Becky Luigert Stayner
Construction paper sashes and marshmallows on sticks (or pretzel sticks) convey the general idea, but a forest of bottlebrush trees, a tealight candle campfire, and a scrap sleeping bag further emphasize the theme. Masu.
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bingo elf on the shelf ideas
Becky Luigert Stayner
Swap the standard chips for peppermint and you're officially game on.
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Tic Tac Toe Elf on the Shelf Idea
Becky Lugert Stayner
A set of mason jar rings and lids and a few feet of ribbon are all you need to set up this classic crowd-pleaser.
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Kiss the Elf on the Shelf Goodbye Ideas
mama glitter
Maria from @mommyglitter sent the elves off with this fun idea featuring Hershey's kisses and a note that reads, “I miss you all. Kisses to you. Merry Christmas.”
For more information, visit MommyGlitter.
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Elf on the Shelf Santa Cam Ideas
ashley chan
This is a super cute idea that combines items from Dollar Tree and Hobby Lobby. Displaying this camera all season lets kids know Santa is watching.
For more information, visit creationsby_ashleyc.
Related: Christmas Instagram Captions
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Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Garden Ideas
elf on the shelf
This is a candy cane garden that combines 3 days worth of ideas into one. Use crushed chocolate cookies as “soil” and watch Peppermint grow from a round candy to a full candy cane.
Get the tutorial at The Elf on the Sheet.
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elf on the shelf tea ideas
mama glitter
These elves have a joke! This fun and simple idea from Maria from @mommyglitter just cuts out the letter T from paper and places it in a teacup.
For more information, visit MommyGlitter.
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elf on the shelf magazine ideas
Country life
When Elf's fine print copy of Country Living arrives in the mail, the little man peruses the pages from his good old porch locker. (He loves the craft idea!)
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Elf on the shelf melting snowman
elf on the shelf
This idea is sure to make kids laugh. All you need is a jar, a stone, a baby carrot, and a button.
Get the tutorial at The Elf on the Sheet.
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elf on the shelf plant ideas
At night, when you don't have time to make detailed plans, try perching your elf on your largest plant. Hide him among the leaves and make him difficult to find.
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elf on the shelf ball pit ideas
Ashley Byrom
Of course, the elves will find themselves in a red and green M&M ball pit. A friendly sign makes it clear that this candy is not meant for snacking, in case kids try to sneak a bite. This clever idea from Ashley Byrom of Stage.Organize.Sell takes just a few minutes.
Katie Bowlby is Country Living's digital director, responsible for gift guides, product reviews, crafts, and TV shows including Yellowstone. She is currently sewing cross-stitch designs for the next issue of the magazine.
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