Elf on the Shelf is a holiday tradition many parents and children look forward to annually. However, coming up with silly and unique ideas year after year has become a challenge for some families. And Elf on the Shelf isn’t only for families with young kids. I know families with teens who still love the silly tradition of seeing what mischief their elf gets into overnight.
Caught in the Mixer!
If your kids love to bake, this is a fun and unique idea for your elf! What a surprise it would be to get the mixer out to make Christmas Cookies and to find this guy all wrapped up! We know elves love sweets, but this takes it to the next level! Many elves are found mixed up in the baking supplies, but we love how he’s all tangled up inside! He will definitely need your kids’ help to get out of this tricky spot!
We saw this delightful idea on Frugal Coupon Living! Head to their site for other fun Elf on the Shelf ideas and printables!
Healthy Elf
With cold and flu season here and COVID-19 on the rise again, we couldn’t resist adding this healthy little elf to remind your little ones to wash their hands. After all, if the elf tells them to do it, they’re more likely to listen than when their parents do!
This idea is another great option directly from the Elf on the Shelf website.
Playing Video Games
Mario, Bowser, and Princess Peach make good companions for your tiny elf, which will help him get into some mischief! Kids love video games, and apparently, so do elves!
This fun idea is courtesy of The Soccer Mom Blog. Visit her site for 500 different Elf on the Self ideas!
Ball Pit Elf
Everyone loves a ball pit! A ball pit is the classic kid play space, so it makes sense that your elf would want to get in on the fun! This is an easy and inexpensive idea that’s simple to execute. Plus, now you have more pom-poms for arts and crafts!
This adorable idea is from Your Modern Family. Becky, who runs the site, is a former teacher and early childhood expert, and she has a lot of great elf ideas to check out!
The Power of Elsa
We love when Elf on the Shelf hangs out with other friends. So, if you have some time and a fast-acting freezer, this frozen will surely be a hit with Disney and Elsa fans! Just keep in mind your elf may need some help drying out afterward!
Check out the Prudent Penny Pincher for 150 different Elf on the Shelf ideas! It’s where we found this frosty idea!
Mission Impossible!
This creative idea comes from the Elf on the Shelf site! The Elf on the Shelf website is the go-to place for all things elf! There are interactive games, printables, craft ideas, and a blog for parents.
This adorable little guy sure got himself into a sticky situation! Maybe he’s good at wrapping gifts, too!
Magic Eight Ball
Another silly and unique idea from The Soccer Mom Blog is the Magic Eight Ball elf! Have your kids been naughty or nice? Will Santa bring them everything on their list? Will it snow on Christmas day? Only the power of the Magic Eight Ball will tell you!
The Soccer Mom Blog has 500 different Elf on the Shelf ideas, old and new, so it is worth a look!
Taking a Coffee Break
We’ve seen a lot of cute food-based elf ideas, but this coffee break elf has a lot of buzz! Even busy elves need a coffee to recharge once in a while!
This silly and unique idea is courtesy of The Keeper of the Cheerios. Head over to their site for some other silly elf inspiration!
Gift Wrap Stilts
This silly elf is sure to make the kids and teens laugh! Especially if you use a pair of their shoes.
This unique idea is from Pinterest, which is always a great source of inspiration for any project!
Food Truck Elf
We can all appreciate a working elf, so how cute is this Food Truck idea from Your Modern Family. It’s another fun way to engage your child’s toys, and it sparks creativity and dramatic play themes.
Your kids will get a kick from seeing their favorite characters lined up, waiting their turn to purchase a snack!
Whether you’ve already started your Elf on the Shelf fun or you’re gearing up for another holiday season of fun and mischief, we hope one of these silly and unique ideas provides you with the inspiration needed to get into the holiday spirit!
November 20, 2023, by L. Elizabeth Forry
