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10 Amazing Elf on the Shelf Return Letter Ideas You’ll Love!

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Jingleflower, our resident elf, is set to return in just a few short days. While I’m not an over-the-top Elf-on-the-Shelfer, I love making Elf on the Shelf’s return a special moment for my kids (and I am also fairly creative with the reasons why our elf hasn’t moved). Here are 10 Super fun ideas for your Elf on the Shelf Return Letter!

10 Super Fun Ideas for your Elf on the Shelf Return Letter

Elf on Shelf Ideas

I had no idea that there were so many ideas out there for elf return letters. There are some extremely creative mommas out there who’ve created everything from customizable letters to letters that encourage acts of kindness.

I’ve rounded up my favorite examples from around the internet so you don’t have to create your own. Cross one more thing off your holiday to-do list and pick your favorite Elf on the Shelf letter from the ones below.

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Elf On The Shelf Return Letter

East Coast Mommy Stationary

East Coast Mommy not only offers adorable Elf on the Shelf ideas but she designed her own stationery too. You can download her stationary for free and she provides the text she uses in her letter each year. There’s nothing better than having all the work done for you!

Download Here

Elf On The Shelf Return Letter

Printables4Mom Customizable Letter

This is an amazing thing! The people over at Printables4Mom have created a format where you can make customizable letters from your elf to your children. Just visit Printables4Mom, plug in your info, and print! They even offer an email option if you don’t have access to Word to edit your letter.

Grab Your Printable Here

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Etsy Printables

If you are not very crafty (like me) Etsy has some adorable options that you can order. Simply input your child’s name, the elf’s name, and VOILA you will receive a customized Elf on the Shelf return letter to print out.

Available on Etsy

Elf On The Shelf Return letter

A Letter Plus Elf Notes!

Yummy Mummy Kitchen created the cutest rhyming letter and has elf notes to match. I love that not only can you borrow her free printable letter, but she includes little notes for you to use all season long.

Download Here

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Give Back with this Elf on the Shelf Return Letter

One of the biggest lessons I like to teach my kids is about giving back. This sweet Elf on the Shelf Return Letter helps encourage your little one to pack up a bag of their old toys for donation.

It’s a great way to have your child pack up some old toys they no longer play with, encourage them to give back, plus clear out some space for the influx of toys that are about to arrive.

Download Here

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Take it from the Experts

The Elf on the Shelf creators themselves have a website full of ideas. There are free printable letters and even dog cookie recipes. Your elf can even return on a red carpet as the kids read their letter from the elf experts. The possibilities are endless!

Check It Out

elf on the shelf return ideas

A Letter and Breakfast plans

Jen, the super creative mom behind The Suburban Mom, not only has an adorable printable that you can use but she also shares her elf breakfast ideas. Pair the two together and your elf’s return will be an occasion you’ll all remember. Print Jen’s letter and see her breakfast plans here.

Elf On Shelf

Another Cute Elf on the Shelf return breakfast is an adorable pancake breakfast. You can check out their full list of return ideas here.

Check It Out

Elf on Shelf

A Christmas Contract

The genius blogger behind A Little Moore created a Christmas contract for your kids to fill out when their elf arrives. So much better than just saying “Santa is watching!” 350 times a day!

Download the Contract

No matter what letter you choose to have fun with your elf’s return this year. I know not everyone loves moving that stinker every night. Some might even be planning on faking a broken elf leg to keep him in one spot. But your children will remember this Christmas tradition and it will all be worth it!

You can put as little or as much effort into your elf’s return as you have time for. Your kids will be happy as long as he shows up for one more year of magic.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What day does Elf on the Shelf return?

Your elf should arrive sometime between the last week of November and the 1st of December. This is the most popular scout elf return week!

Does the elf leave a goodbye letter?

Yes, Elf on the Shelf typically brings a letter on arrival reminding your family about the tradition and leaves a goodbye letter on his way out talking about all the memories you’ve made throughout the holiday season.

Does elf on a shelf leave notes?

Your Elf on the Shelf can leave occasional notes reminding your little ones to behave or do a good deed. They might also leave a note about their mischief!

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Jingleflower, our resident elf, is set to return in just a few short days. While I’m not an over the top Elf-on-the-Shelfer. (Although I’m fairly creative with the reasons why our elf hasn’t moved.) I love making Elf on the Shelf’s return a special moment for my kids. Here are 10 Super fun ideas for your Elf on the Shelf Return Letter. #elfontheshelf #love #homedecor #christmas #love #family #christmastree #holiday #holidays #happyholidays #winter #xmas #santa #christmasdecor #christmastime #christmas2019 #holidays2019
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October 1, 2022 3:36 am Amber Mamian Filed Under: Holiday Entertaining, Holidays

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