55 HILARIOUS ELF ON THE SHELF IDEAS TO RECREATE
Are you searching for the absolute best Elf on the Shelf ideas to recreate this year? Here are 55 insanely cute and funny Elf on the Shelf ideas you won’t get enough of!
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Can you guys believe Christmas is almost here again? I, for one, am super excited! Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year. We get to indulge in delicious Christmas cookies, food, the decorations are gorgeous, and my favorite tradition of all, the Elf on the Shelf.
Elf on the Shelf is a loved tradition in many households. It is a great way to show some holiday spirit and let your creativity shine through. Not to mention the kids drive themselves crazy trying to find little Elfie, haha! One time, my parents put Elf in their backseat of the car, and my little sister went crazy trying to find it.
Anyway, if you are running low on Elf on the Shelf ideas or just need some inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve gathered over 50 insanely cute and hilarious Elf on the Shelf ideas you will love. From the elves playing tic-tac-toe in the bathroom to them getting their makeup done and having sleepovers, there is something in here for everyone.
ELF ON THE SHELF IDEAS
1 DO YOU WANT TO BUILD A SNOWMAN
This is a super-easy elf on the shelf idea you can recreate with powered donuts, M&M’s, and chocolate chips.
2. EGGS FOR BREAKFAST
I mean, at least they’re trying to make you a meal.
3. ELF ON THE SHELF BOAT RIDE
Looks like little Elfie is having the time of his life.
4. ELF GOING FISHING
Cover the toilet seat with some plastic wrap and cut a hole in the middle. Surround the hole with some salt/sugar and a few goldfish on top.
5. ELF AND SPRINKLES
I know the kids are going to love this one.
6. TOASTY ELF
What a silly little Elf, that is not how you warm up, haha!
7. FRESH POPCORN
This one is for sure going to make everyone laugh out loud.
8. TARGET PRACTICE
At least they’re practicing on a piece of paper and not the wall, lol!
9. STEALING SWEETS
The lengths Mr. Elf will go through to get a candy bar are insane.
10. ELF MAKEOVER
I had no idea Barbie and Mr. Elf were friends.
11. PLAYING TIC-TAC-TOE
Even the Elves need some entertainment to pass their time.
12. ELF CUTTING TOILET PAPER
This is a super-easy Elf on the Shelf idea you can recreate last-minute.
13. IT’S TACO TUESDAY
How cute do the Elves look all wrapped up?
14. FUNNY WRITING ON TOILET PAPER
This Elf on the Shelf idea is creative and will definitely make the kids laugh out loud.
15. YOUR MOM IS HOT!
This is definitely Dad’s doing, haha!
16. SWEET ELF
This is the sweetest thing I have ever seen. The kids can carry the elf around all day without taking away their magic.
17. DAD FARTED
I think we’ve all been there at least once, lol!
18. GAS MONEY
Haha, this is hilarious!
19. Clean your room
Uh oh, looks like the kids definitely need to clean their room because poor Elfie is injured.
20. ELFIE IS STUCK
Looks like the Elves have got themselves into a bit of a pickle.
21. ELFIE’S SPA DAY
I guess a long day filled with mischief takes a lot out of you, haha!
22. THE MILK HAS Gone BAD
Uh oh, we’ve got a hostage situation with Mr. Elf.
23. ELF TWISTER
My goodness, Elfie doing the splits on a twister mat is impressive.
24. ELF AND STARBUCKS
I mean, it’s the thought that counts, right?
25. JUST HANGING AROUND
All you need for this idea is some toilet paper.
26. TOOTHPASTE SMILEY
Running out of ideas or need something super fast? This is for you.
27. SUNDAYS ARE FOR SUNDAES
The kids are going to love this Elf on the Shelf idea.
28. THE POOP SHOW
Are you brave enough to try what each of the poop tastes like?
29. SPILLED THE TEA
Grab a pair of scissors and make cutouts of the letter T for this.
30. WORMS IN THE APPLES
I wouldn’t mind these kinds of worms in my apple.
31. ELF PEA’D
I guess he just couldn’t keep it in any longer, lol!
32. Sleepover with Elf
This may come as a surprise, but even the elves like to have sleepovers with their friends.
33. ELF AND ESPRESSO
They need a little pick-me-up after all the mischief.
34. THE CHIPS WERE WRINKLED
What a nice little helper.
35. THE CANDY DRAWER
Better not let mom and dad find out about all the candy.
36. NOSE REJECTION CENTRE
Poor Mr. Carrot, that’s gotta hurt.
37. TANGLED IN LIGHTS
I’m sure they have a perfectly reasonable explanation as to why Mr. Elf is tangled up in Christmas lights.
38. ELF ON THE SHELF HOME ALONE
If you’re kids love Home Alone, this is for you.
39. YOU GOTTA GIVE TO RECEIVE
Do you have a house full of toys your kids no longer play with? Well, this is the perfect way to declutter.
40. ELFIE SHINED YOUR SHOES
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Well, they are shiny, haha!
41. WATCH ME TWIRL
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I don’t even want to know how Elf got stuck in there.
42. ELF TAKING A BATH
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What better way to unwind after a long day filled with mischief than taking a hot, bubbly bath?
43. THEIF ELF
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That better not be my piggy bank that Mr. Elf is rummaging through.
44. NEW EYE-PAD
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All you need for this Elf on the Shelf idea is some googly eyes and a notepad.
45. SANT-O-METER
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The elves are letting you know exactly where you are on the Sant-o-meter.
46. WATCH U-TUBE
![](<iframe loading="lazy" title="Subscribe, like, and comment to their U tube channel" src="https://assets.pinterest.com/ext/embed.html?id=70437489474773&src=oembed" height="629" width="450" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" ></iframe>)
Silly elf, that is definitely not how you watch YouTube, haha!
47. DRAWING ON EGGS
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The elves are making the eggs extra pretty for you.
48. GRATING CRAYONS
![](<iframe loading="lazy" title="funny #elfontheshelf quick easy ideas crayons skittles #Christmas spirit giving love happy family" src="https://assets.pinterest.com/ext/embed.html?id=7810999348363824&src=oembed" height="899" width="450" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" ></iframe>)
The elves truly are magical if they can grate crayons and turn them into Skittles.
49. CROCKS INFESTED
![](<iframe loading="lazy" title="Croc-Infested Elf on the Shelf Bathtub Prank 🧑🎄🐊" src="https://assets.pinterest.com/ext/embed.html?id=5770305768380261&src=oembed" height="699" width="450" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" ></iframe>)
This is hilarious. You can make the water extra blue by using blue soap.
50. LISTEN TO YOUR MOM
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Someone give Mr. Elf some earplugs.
51. I LIKE BIG BUNS
![](<iframe loading="lazy" title="I like big buns Elf" src="https://assets.pinterest.com/ext/embed.html?id=1829656093844720&src=oembed" height="699" width="450" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" ></iframe>)
Well, little Elfie certainly has some big buns, lol.
52. IS IT APPLE JUICE
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I am definitely not that brave, haha!
53. mystery drink box
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This is a fun little game the kids can play with Elf.
54. WHO WANTS HOT COCOA
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Oh my goodness! What in the world is that?!
55. ELF DARES
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Last but not least, we have another super-easy Elf on the Shelf idea.
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