I’ve read some great posts about how to use the “elf on the shelf” to its best advantage. I’ve see some really creative ideas like: having the elf (elves) play cards, having the elf play with your kids toys, pinning your elf to the bulletin board next to a silly note, and more.
So, I decided that I needed to step up my elfing antics. I’ve been stuck in a rut and to be honest my husband has been moving the elf more often than I. So, I had the brilliant idea to put the elf on the milk carton in the fridge.
Word to the wise – don’t put your elf on the milk in the fridge.
As every child with an elf knows – you aren’t allowed to touch the elf. So, try to pour your kids milk (as they watch) and not touch the elf. Multiple times a day. Not fun.
It was a good idea…but poorly executed. Next time I’ll put him around the wine – I don’t pour that while the kids are awake!
Very funny! My mom gave my 2 year old niece, Kylie, the Elf on the Shelf. She told her the elf would watch over her to make sure she was being good so that he could tell Santa. Two days later the elf was missing. My mom found it in the microwave of Kylie’s play kitchen. Kylie told my mom “He not see me in there”. Just thought I’d share. : )