Searching for the most adorable last-minute Elf on the Shelf ideas to recreate? Here are 75 incredibly easy and hilarious Elf on the Shelf ideas the kids will go crazy looking for.
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Can you guys believe it’s almost that time of year again?! I am beyond excited. I hope to see a lot of stunning light shows and festive decorations this year. I did my best last year trying to decorate my home, but I’m aiming to make it even more festive this year, so wish me luck, lol!
Since Christmas is right around the corner, it’s time to start brainstorming elf on the shelf ideas. If you don’t already know what an elf on the Shelf is, it is a Christmas tradition celebrated in many households. Elves show up towards the end of November and get up to all kinds of crazy.
The two rules to remember are that you can only move the elf when the kids are asleep, and the kids are not allowed to touch the elf. If they do, they must write an apology letter to Santa, lest they get put on the naughty list.
Now, let’s start talking about these amazing Elf on the Shelf ideas. These ideas are perfect if you are short on time and are looking for some funny last-minute Elf on the Shelf ideas. From handyman Elf to mischievous Elf and spa day Elf, there are lots of ideas to choose from.
LAST MINUTE ELF ON THE SHELF IDEAS
1. Beware the crocs!
Looks like the bathtub is infested with crocs, lol!
2. snake pit
Uh oh! Someone better help Elfie get out of the snake pit.
3. i farted in here
This is such an easy elf on the shelf idea to recreate. All you need to do is get a glass jar, spray it with fart spray, and put elfie inside.
4. Mischievous elfie
Mischievous little Elfie. He’s gone and cut the toilet paper! At least it looks pretty, I guess.
5. Christmas lights
The Elves have made a mess of the Christmas lights! It’ll take forever to untangle them. They are always up to no good, haha!
6. Who wants hot cocoa
I love hot cocoa, but I’m not drinking it from the toilet bowl, lol!
7. Shark attack
Oh my goodness! Don’t let Elfie fall straight into the Shark’s mouth!
8. Shoe train
All aboard! The shoe train is leaving soon.
9. brown E’s
Who doesn’t love brownies? Thank you, Elfie, but next time leave the baking to the adults, haha!
10. poop tasting
Are your kids brave enough for a poop tasting? Find out with this hilarious Elf on the shelf idea. You need some different kinds of candy for this. A few to include are M&M’s, Skittles, and Milk Duds.
11. It’s Taco Tuesday
Taco Tuesday is like a tradition at this point. When I hear Tuesday, I hear tacos, lol!
12. rock, paper, scissors
Silly Elf, that’s not how you play rock, paper, scissors. And how did he even get the rock inside?
13. easy elf on the shelf idea
If you’re running low on time and need a super easy Elf on the Shelf idea, this one’s for you.
14. is this how you do the floss?
No, Elfie, that is not how you do the floss. Have your kids teach him how it’s done!
15. fresh popcorn
Ok, um, did not know that was how fresh popcorn was made, but noted.
16. elf fashion show
The elves are just like us girls; they can’t help but put on a fashion show when they buy new clothes.
17. elf piñata
Is it Elfie’s birthday today? I hope we get something good from the piñata.
18. astronaut elfie
Looks like Elfie’s just come back from a mission in outer space.
19. reindeer sleigh
Looks like it’ll be Elfie who’ll be guiding the reindeer sleigh this year. Recreate the reindeer with chocolate pudding, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and mini pom poms.
20. elf hersheys poop
Recreate this funny Elf on the Shelf idea with toilet paper rolls and some Hershey’s Kisses.
21. elf car wash
Need to clean your car? Well, just head on over to Elf’s car wash.
22. Sundays are for sundaes
I mean, who doesn’t know that Sundays are for sundaes?
23. Dashin’ thru the snow
Elfie and his friends are always up to something.
24. you butter watch out
Put a fun twist on the classic Christmas song “Santa Claus is coming to town”. Just switch out the word better with butter.
25. why does santa like mummies?
Haha! This is hilarious; I didn’t know Elfie had jokes like that. This is sure to make the kids laugh.
26. playing uno
Even the elves can’t resist playing UNO. It is just that good!
27. do you want to build a snowman
This is a more interactive Elf on the Shelf idea. Have the kids build their own snowman with chocolate chips, powdered donuts, and M&M’s.
28. want to see a rainbow?
Show your kids a cool magic trick by recreating this Elf on the Shelf idea. Just add some water and see a gorgeous rainbow.
29. Making potato chips
Oh no! Poor Mr. Potato. That has got to hurt.
30. colored pencils to M&m’s
Wow! Did not know you could make M&M’s with colored pencils, haha!
31. elf date
How romantic is this boat ride? You can use food coloring to make the water this bright blue color.
32. shined your shoes
Well, I suppose it’s the thought that counts. It’s gonna take so long to “un-shine” those shoes, lol!
33. elf stuck in ice
How did Elfie even get stuck in there, haha?!
34. toasty elf
A warm piece of toast will keep you nice and warm, but I think a jacket may work better.
35. elf going fishing
Elfie sure does love to fish, but I don’t think he’ll be catching anything anytime soon.
36. elf sleepover
There’s nothing quite like a sleepover with all of your besties.
37. elf spa day
Elfie needs a spa day to relax after all the mischievous things he’s done, lol!
38. elf jail
I wonder what Elfi did to end up in jail.
39. are you egg-cited
Elfie and his dad jokes are Hi-larious, lol!
40. elf writing shenanigans
Write funny phrases on toilet paper rolls with colorful markers for this Elf on the Shelf idea.
41. Phases of the moon
Well, that definitely is a “full” moon, lol!
42. Apple juice or elf pee?
I, for one, am not brave enough to risk drinking elf pee, haha!
43. raining tacos
My goodness, the elves are flexible. I can barely touch my toes.
44. snot funny
Poor Elfie, I hope you feel better. It certainly is “snot” funny, lol!
45. how you play row blox
No silly elves, that’s not how you play Roblox.
46. elf kissing booth
Who’s first in line for Elf’s kissing booth?
47. 2 tickets per ride
I’m not even gonna lie, that looks like so much fun.
48. check out my buns
Oh my! Those are some big buns, I’m jealous, haha!
49. elf arrival
If you’re looking for Elf arrival ideas, this is a great one to recreate.
50. elf eye-pad
Recreate this Eye-pad Elf on the Shelf idea with a notepad and some googly eyes.
51. the grinch and elf
Mr. Grinch will stop at nothing to ruin Christmas, and that includes stealing all of Santa’s little helpers.
52. don’t play with tape
Looks like Elfie’s learned the hard way why you shouldn’t play with tape.
53. snowball fight
This is such a fun Elf on the Shelf Idea. Use marshmallows to create the snow fence and mini marshmallows for the actual snowballs.
Spread some flour on the counter to make it look a bit more realistic.
54. would you rather
I honestly don’t know what I would do. What would you do?
55. Mechanic Elf
Does your car need something fixed? No worries! Mehanc Elf is on it!
56. sorry i peed
This is a super easy Elf on the Shelf idea to recreate. All you need is a handful of peas.
57. Christmas tree chips
Who doesn’t love Christmas tree chips? It’s easy to recreate and tastes amazing.
58. butt scratcher
I highly recommend not putting that toothbrush anywhere near your mouth again.
59. sneaky elf
Even Elfie can’t help himself when it comes to some delicious cookies.
60. Don’t swallow bubblegum
This is why they say not to swallow bubblegum.
61. elfie stuck
Oh geez! Someone better help Eflie get back outta there.
62. gas money
This is hilarious and sure to make everyone laugh out loud.
63. elf rock climbing
Even elfie likes rock climbing. Granted, it’s with Christmas bows, but still, lol!
64. toilet paper reindeer
Looking for an easy Elf on the Shelf idea you can recreate last minute? This one’s for you. You literally just need toilet paper rolls and markers.
65. silly elf
The elves are always up to no good!
66. elf made your breakfast
I’d say it’s the thought that counts, but no thanks.
67. wrapped lunch
This is such a fun idea to recreate. Your kids are going to be so happy!
68. elfie makeover
Is that Barbie giving Elfie a makeover?
69. theif elf
I get it, times are tough, lol!
70. sprinkle angel
Since Elfie can’t go outside to make snow angels, he’s making sprinkle angels instead. And it’s honestly so pretty.
71. elf water dispenser
Ok, this is hilarious and perfect for a last-minute Elf on the Shelf idea.
72. elf tic tac toe
Tic Tac Toe is such a fun game that even the elves are playing it.
73. milk has gone bad
Oh no! The milk is holding Elfie hostage; send help!
74. Melted snowman
No worries, Elfie, it’s the thought that counts!
75. watching u tube
No, silly elves, that is not how you watch YouTube.
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