Elf on The Shelf Days 14-18

 

Elf On A Shelf Days 8-13

Looks like Mini E got in on the action!

Sledding, hammocking, riding the dog’s toy dragon, pretending to be an astronaut in a rocket,  being a burrito elf next to a burrito kid, climbing a steep snowy mountain 

Elf Shenanigans Days 1-7

This year we have our regular Elf and our RV elf (Mini E), to help celebrate the season.

Our elves have gotten up to a few shenanigans this season. I wonder what 2 elves will do?

It’s hard to be an Elf in a Human sized house!

(ElfAPotty is made from a cardboard box. The toilet is made from a reused K-cup and toilet paper roll.)

Mini E, Elf Days 8-15

 

Day 8: Hid in a very messy desk.

Day 9: Hid behind hubby's green screen for work.

Day 10: Didn't move very far, as he was sleeping on top of our bedroom slide-out.

Day 11: Hid in the pantry guarding the new bag of chips. 

Day 12: Left a rummy game for the boys.

Day 13: Sitting on a much cleaner desk.

Day 14: Hid in the cabinet by the plates, napkins, and coffee supplies.

Day 15: Somehow got stuck in the paper towel roll/holder.

Elf Shenanigans Of The Past

I thought I would refresh the list of the favorite Elf visits. I'm trying to get some inspiration for new ideas that I could translate into the RV this year.

If you need any ideas for your Elf (or reindeer/snowman/whatever creature you may hide), here are some of our Elf's past exploits. (NOTE: These are only some of his previous ideas, but all of his appearances can be found under Categories: Elf On The Shelf.)

• Lego House with fireplace and book
  
• Light saber fight with Storm Trooper and Darth Vader 
• "Doctor Who" Elf vs. a Dalek 
• Minecraft Steve Elf with Diamond Helmet and Sword 
• Relaxing on a marshmallow chair. My most insane idea yet, as I stabbed my fingers multiple times with toothpicks. However, when I was done, Eugene did have a nice (yet small) chair and foot rest made of mini marshmallows. 
• Super Hero E!. While he may just be pretending to fly on the curtain rod, he did have a cape. 
• Playing hockey 
• Ninja Elf
  
• Parachuting in 
• Stuck In A Snow Globe  
• Snowman Door 
• Missing Elf Alert Poster
  
• Hallway Obstacles:
• Crepe paper barricade 
• Paper chain obstacles 

• Ice skating 
• Making a garland for the tree 
• Zip Lining to the tree 
• Zombie Attack. Playing Plants VS Zombies. 
• Making a S'more in the pantry 
• Making paper snowflake decorations 
• Sledding on the tree 
• Swinging from the ceiling fan 
• Poker Night 
• Popcorn Snowman Snack Cups 
• Elf Packed Lunch (Full of all the things an elf wants to eat.) 
• Treasure Hunt. Eugene likes to leave things for the boys when he goes home. One year it was a wrapped present, another year he left them a treasure hunt. 
• Minion bananas 
• Elf Circus 
• Hiding in a bottle.  The link to my post has instructions! It's pretty easy and the boys were amazed. :) 
• Making a snowman. I stacked larger sized marshmallows to form the snowman. I used an edible marker to make the face and buttons, although melted chocolate would work well too. You could "glue" the marshmallows together with chocolate or hold together with a toothpick down the center. 
• Placing Bows On Toys. 
• Elf Stuck In A Snow Globe 
• Some not as exciting ideas:  
• Drinking hot chocolate (mini marshmallow filled cup from the kids’ kitchen set) 
• Flying on the dinosaur that was hanging in Higgins' room. 
• Using my Christmas Scavenger Hunt card. 
• Candy Cane Scavenger Hunt 
• Eating gingerbread cookies 
• Wrapping a present. (This was left on his last day and was a game we bought for the boys.) 
• Leaving a note to clean their rooms. 
• Elf sized donuts. It's fun to have 2 plates: one that the elf is eating, and plate with note that these are to share. Originally, I made these for the leprechaun, but changed the candy melts to a darker green, red, and white for an Elf sized treat.
• Sick Note from the Elf 
• Writing a Story with the Elf

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Elf Days 21-22

Day 21: E was hiding in the office on my messy bookcase.
Day 22: Enjoying a candy cane, sitting in the tree.

Elf: Day 19-20

Day 19: Eugene decided to take a Ninja Training course. It looks like he is practicing in the kids’ bathroom.

Day 22: E stayed in the bathroom practicing his stealth/blending/camouflage while hiding in Higgins’ robe. The kids really liked the ninja costume so E stayed in it.

I had some left over black fabric from a previous project. I cut out a rough outline of the elf. It was 10:00pm when I started, so I just did some quick stitches (nothing really nice or fancy). After I finished and squeezed the elf into it, I then made his mask with another crap of fabric. He is kind of sewn into the mask, so that outfit will not last long. I may redo it in the future and plan it out better so I don’t start so late at night. 😂

Elf Days 14-18

Day 14: Elf was found in a stocking on the mantle.
Day 15: Elf didn’t move.
Day 16: Elf didn’t move. I forgot. Again. I’ve been busy baking the cookies for the neighbors and for Christmas events, plus trying to get some wrapping in before school is out, and forgot about the elf. 🤦🏻‍♀️

Day 17: Elf is hiding on the ceiling fan. It’s near the TV, so he has a good view to keep an eye on everyone and to catch his shows.

Day 18: E is hiding in the wreath.

Elf Days 11-13

Day 11: E hid in the coffee K-pods.
Day 12: Oops! Someone was too tired to move.
Day 13: Made a new friend. Doesn’t talk much though.

Christmas Time Is Coming Soon!

Oh my gosh! Christmas is in a week and a half! It's been a little crazy around here with school and life in general.  Below are my Christmas ideas for food/drinks, crafts/activities, and gifts. The majority of this post will be from previous years, but if I get caught up and have more ideas, I will update the list.

I hope the Holiday season finds you all happy and well!

ACTIVITIES & FUN:

• Christmas BINGO
• Christmas Celebration Alternatives
• Christmas Gingerbread House
• Christmas Word Scramble
• Christmas Time Word Find
• Christmas Scavenger Hunt
• Christmas Time Fun Crossword Puzzle
• My Favorite Holiday Books
• Examining Snowflakes 
• Ice Bowling 
• Icicles 

CRAFTS: 

• Happy Holiday Cards
• Tree Card Holder
• Foam Gift Bags and Tags
• Easy Christmas Napkin Rings
• Easy Christmas Light Garland
• Easy Christmas Luminaries
• Hand Print Reindeer
• The New Advent Calendar
• Reindeer Food
• Paper Snowflakes
• Golf Ball Snowman 
• Cottonball Snowman 
• Potato Stamps 
• Toilet Paper Penguin  
• Snowman Coloring Page 

ELF: Here is the link to my elf post. I update it when I get new ideas.

GIFTS:

• Here is a link to my gift idea post.

FOOD:
    DRINKS:

• Peppermint Shake (Alcohol and non-alcohol version)
• Easy Fruit Flavored Water (It tastes great, looks pretty, and is super easy!)
• Warp Corp Breach (This may be more New Year's, but it's delicious and fun!)
• Frozen Bourbon Milk Punch. (I had this in New Orleans a couple of years ago, and it is delicious!)

    SNACKS & APPETIZERS:

• Edible Snowflakes (This is more of a fun snack to make with the kids.)
• Christmas Veggie Tray
• Hanky Pankies
• Soft Twist Pretzels (Goes great with Beer Cheese!)
• Popcorn Snowmen Cups (Or make candied popcorn with red and green candy melts or chocolate drizzled for dessert!)
• Snowman On A Stick
• Bear On A Sled (Could work for a kid dessert).

         MEAL ITEMS:

• Easy Christmas Themed Lunch for kids
• Checkered Potatoes (Sweet and regular in the same dish!)
• Fondue
• Broiled Parmesan Crusted Zucchini
• Grilled Brussels Sprouts
• Cooking A Turkey
• Popovers (Great alternative to traditional rolls.)

        BREAKFAST:

• Individual Crumb Cakes
• Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
• Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
• Apple Cinnamon Muffins

    DESSERTS:

• Cookie Time! (Sugar Cookie recipe)
• Christmas Swirl Cookies
• Stained Glass Cookies
• Rice Cereal Ornament Balls
• Personal Jello Fruit Cups
• Layered Jello
• Chocolate Chip Caramel Pretzel Cookies. Although not a standard Christmas cookie, these are always a big hit!
• Turtle Sugar Cookies
• Fortune Cookies
• Hidden Surprise Pound Cake. I made this for St. Patrick's Day, but substitute a tree or star and it would be great for Christmas!
• Ice Cream Sandwiches with red, white, and green sprinkles
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Cherrios Balls
• Snow Cream (More of an activity with the kids, than an actual Christmas dessert for a big group.)
• Pie Cookies (Using Christmas themed cookie cutters)
• Rainbow Cupcakes (with red, green, and white batter)
• Easy Caramels