Let’s be real—our elves work hard creating all that mischief and keeping an eye on the kids. (Seriously, the North Pole must have a tough boss! 🧝♂️❄️) Our elf, Sammy, has been pulling off these stunts for years, so I thought I would ask him to share some of his favorite easy-peasy ideas for keeping the magic alive without driving you crazy.
No extra shopping needed—these little elves just need stuff you already have at home and a little creativity! Share these 20 quick setups with your Christmas Elf and see what ideas they can bring to life to keep the giggles coming. 🎄✨
1. Marshmallow Bath
Items: Bowl, marshmallows
Setup: Fill a bowl with marshmallows, place the elf inside like they’re taking a relaxing bath.
Elf Says: "Just soaking in some sweet relaxation—marshmallow spa day!"
2. TP Snowman
Items: Toilet paper rolls, markers
Setup: Stack 2-3 toilet paper rolls, draw a snowman face on the top one, and have the elf sit on top.
Elf Says: "Look what I rolled into! Bet you didn't know I was a snowman architect."
3. Candy Cane Zipline
Items: String, candy cane
Setup: Hang a string between two points, hook the elf's hands around the candy cane, and hang him from the zipline.
Elf Says: "Woohoo! Who needs Santa’s sleigh when you’ve got a candy cane zipline?"
4. Sock Sleeping Bag
Items: Clean sock
Setup: Tuck the elf into a sock with their head sticking out—like a cozy sleeping bag.
Elf Says: "Snug as a bug in a... sock! Nighty night!"
5. Caught in a Jar
Items: Mason jar, note
Setup: Put the elf in the jar with a note saying, "Help! I got stuck!"
Elf Says: "Help! I was trying to catch some Christmas cheer, but it caught me instead!"
6. Reading a Book
Items: Tiny book, or make one with paper
Setup: Sit the elf down with an open book in front of them.
Elf Says: "Shh... I’m studying up on elf antics 101. Big plans ahead!"
7. Balloon Ride
Items: Balloon, string
Setup: Tie the elf to a helium balloon so they look like they’re flying.
Elf Says: "Up, up, and away! I’m on a mission to spy from the sky."
8. Cereal Box Chaos
Items: Cereal box, spilled cereal
Setup: Position the elf as if they fell into the cereal box, with cereal scattered around.
Elf Says: "Whoops! I was just looking for a midnight snack... honest!"
9. Lego Build
Items: Legos
Setup: Set up a Lego creation and pose the elf as if they’re building it.
Elf Says: "Elfstruction zone! Watch your step, creativity at work."
10. Shoe Train
Items: Family shoes
Setup: Line up shoes like a train and sit the elf inside one as the “conductor.”
Elf Says: "All aboard the shoe-shoe train! Next stop: Christmas fun."
11. Tangled in Lights
Items: Christmas lights
Setup: Wrap lights around the elf, like they were tangled while decorating.
Elf Says: "I was trying to light up your day... now I need a rescue operation!"
12. Banana Minions
Items: Banana, marker
Setup: Draw Minion faces on bananas and place the elf nearby.
Elf Says: "I found my new minion friends! Aren’t they a-peel-ing?"
13. Mirror Message
Items: Lipstick or washable marker
Setup: Write a fun or silly message on the bathroom mirror, with the elf holding the marker.
Elf Says: "Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the silliest elf of all? (It’s me!)"
14. Elf Snow Angel
Items: Flour or powdered sugar
Setup: Sprinkle flour on the counter and make an elf-shaped snow angel.
Elf Says: "Making snow angels, elf-style! It’s a powdery paradise in here."
15. Toilet Paper Swing
Items: Toilet paper roll, string
Setup: Hang a string and tie a roll to make a swing for the elf.
Elf Says: "Swinging by to bring you some TP-licious fun!"
16. Fridge Surprise
Items: Food, fridge
Setup: Place the elf inside the fridge next to a funny food item, like milk.
Elf Says: "Brrr... it’s colder than the North Pole in here! Got any hot cocoa?"
17. Coffee Bandit
Items: Coffee mug
Setup: Put the elf in the coffee mug, like they’re hiding or ready to steal some coffee.
Elf Says: "Don’t worry, I left you some! Elves need energy too, you know."
18. Puzzle Helper
Items: Jigsaw puzzle
Setup: Set up a partially completed puzzle with the elf holding a piece.
Elf Says: "I think I’ve got this puzzling mystery solved. Almost!"
19. Magic Trick
Items: Cup, small toy
Setup: Place the elf next to a cup covering a small toy, like they did a magic trick.
Elf Says: "Abraca-elfra! Watch me make the Christmas spirit appear!"
20. Sledding Adventure
Items: Baking tray, scarf
Setup: Prop the elf on the tray as if it’s a sled, with a scarf for extra flair.
Elf Says: "Wheee! This kitchen tray makes the best sled. Who's next?"
Happy elfing! 🎄🧝♂️✨
