Funny elf on the shelf ideas that will certainly make your kids jump with excitement. And make your Elf on the Shelf holidays so easy!

Are you looking for creative, new ideas to incorporate the Elf on the Shelf into your kids’ holiday experience? This post will make it so much EASIER for you!

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Funny Elf on the Shelf Ideas

First, here’s a bit about the famous Elf on the Shelf. It’s definitely an effective invention to have one of Santa’s spies in your house!

About Elf On the Shelf

Who is Elf on the Shelf? 

Who Invented Elf on the Shelf?

It all began with Carol Aebersold when she wrote a children’s picture book back in 2005. Not so long ago, but the elf from her book got immensely popular, and by now, the cute Elf on the Shelf brings joy and laughter to many many kids.

These Elf on the Shelf ideas are both easy and super fun. None will take you more than a few minutes to arrange. Get ready for some serious Elf on the Shelf fun!

A bit of mint with Oreos? Source here.

A classic, but always so much fun: toilet paper roll! By Rachel Swartley

A hotdog, anyone? A super quick and fun Elf on the Shelf idea via Elf Advent.

Elf the drummer, by Frugal Coupon Living.

Elf on sleighs by My Mommy Style

Elf on the shelf, sleeping in a Kleenex tissue box. Soo comfy! Find the idea at Pretty Providence.

Rainbow looming Elf 🙂 idea at Busy Kids Happy Mom

What about hot air balooning in the middle of the living room? Fun, easy, and looks super cute! Idea by Carey Pace

A Star wars fan in your house? THIS idea from Nerdy Mama is a must-do!

Marshmallow avalanche – by Elf On The Shelf

Elf takes a relaxing bath. By Elf On the Shelf.

Bungee jumping Elf at Busy Kids Happy Mom

Marshmallow bath time – at Building Our Story

Day at the beach! Idea at Biscuits’n’Crazy.

Elf at a potato sack race. Who do you think will win the race? Photo by Jedi Craft Girl.

Walking the dogs – what an easy idea for your Elf on the Shelf! By Picklehead Soup

Elf on the shelf – actually in the snacks drawer, hoping one of the kids would choose to take him to school for snack time! What a fun sight for kids in the morning, idea from Rachel Swartley.

Want some bubble gum? This fun (baloon!) idea comes from Sam Our Elf on the Shelf

Elf on the shelf and Minion bananas – such an easy and quick idea! By Building our Story

Elf on the Shelf making snow angels in a rice-filled tray – at Home Stories A To Z

‘Got tangled up in the Christmas lights!’ idea found at Building our Story

Elf on the Shelf hanging upside down from the kitchen cabinets. I wonder what’ he’s been up to!

Working out! This Elf on the Shelf is lifting weights! Idea at The Taylor House.

Elf on the Shelf leaves the shelf and –  goes ziplining! This funny idea is from Carey Pace.

Loving this fun trap by Living Locurto!

So, what will be your Elf’s first move?
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