Elf on the Shelf Fun Ideas

Cute Ideas for Elf on the Shelf - We have a bunch of Elf on the Shelf Fun Ideas just in time for the holidays from costumes to printables and so much more!

A collage of elf on the shelf ideas for the holidays.

It takes a lot of imagination, time, and planning to come up with ideas for Elf on the Shelf day after day. That's why we've scoured the internet looking for awesome ideas to share with you. I don't think you'll be disappointed with these awesome ideas!

If your home is full of toys that your kids don't play with anymore, use this free printable and your elf. Trust me when I say that this will motivate your kiddos to part ways with those toys that they no longer need. It's also a great way to talk to your kids about giving to those less fortunate.

North Pole Toy Collection Printables - an Elf in a stocking with a special Memo from the North Pole

Free Elf on the Shelf Printables

Printables are the way to go for conveying all kinds of messages from your elf. Here are some freebies that you don't want to miss!

Elf Doctor's Note

Sometimes the elf can get a little overwhelming, right? Amy has the solution for you with this fabulous idea!

Get the free printable from Living Locurto!

FREE Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt Printable from Homeschool Mom of 1

Free Printable Elf Goodbye Letters from your Elf on the Shelf image with text overlay.

Free Printable Elf Goodbye Letters from your Elf on the Shelf from Mimosas and Motherhood

Elf on the Shelf Fun Ideas

There are SO many fun and imaginative Elf on the Shelf Ideas out there. We have collected just a few of our favorites for you.

Candy Cane Jail

How stinkin' fun is this?? If your elf has been getting into too much mischief lately, maybe he needs to be locked up!

Get the tutorial at This Mama Loves.

Make Magic Elf Dust with this Printable (When the Elf is Touched!)

Get the tutorial and printable The Savvy Sparrow

Elf on the Shelf sitting on a pile of Christmas books.

Christmas Stories Countdown

This is a fun twist on the Elf on the Shelf Christmas tradition! Simply download and print out this free Christmas book list and have your elf deliver it to your little ones along with a Christmas book on Dec 1. Then every day until Christmas your Elf shows up with another book to read with them at bedtime!

Kissing Booth

Who doesn't love kisses? This is a totally sweet idea for your elf.

Visit Living Locurto for the free printable!

Cute Ideas for Elf on the Shelf

There are SO many fun ideas for Elf on the Shelf shenanigans, and then there are some that are just super cute, like these creative ideas below.

Two Elf on the Shelf’s; Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Two Elves

If you have two elves, Crafting with Kids has loads of fun ideas for twice the mischief and hilarious results!

Check it out!

Fun Elf on the Shelf Ideas
North Pole Express Mail, Elf Arrival idea from Busy Kids Happy Mom

How will your elf arrive this year? How about Arrival By Plane?

How cute is this DIY Elf Ball Pit? I just love this super creative idea!

Elf on the Shelf Costumes and Props

Baby Yoda costume idea - Fun Elf on the Shelf Ideas - This Mama Loves

Baby Yoda Elf on the Shelf Costume

I seriously cannot stand how adorable this is! Kids will love it.

Another amazing idea from This Mama Loves, check it out!

This year has been a little, um, well, you know. Your elf might need to social distance or quarantine, and if so, you'll want to check out these clever Elf on the Shelf ideas.