This week I have shared some easy and affordable ideas. If you’re looking for Elf on the Shelf ideas, check out my seven ideas and cross one week off your December calendar! They can all be easily adapted to fit different ages and are general enough to work if your kids cover a wider age range.

Elf on the Shelf doesn’t have to be overly complicated or cost a lot to make memories with your family!

A Week of Elf on the Shelf Ideas

1. Elf Manicure
2. Cereal Message
3. Cooking in the Kitchen Together
4. Make a Gingerbread House
5. Craft Time!
6. Toilet Paper Roll
7. Mirror Mischief

These seven ideas will get you started! Now all you need is 17 more! (It sounds like a lot, but there are so many ideas floating around. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel!)

For more ideas, check out my Elf on the Shelf Pinterest board! I have a little too much fun pinning new ideas and I also have a number of calendar planners with ideas all scheduled for you. Your Elf on the Shelf tradition doesn’t have to be complicated or challenging.

With a few ideas, you can get started and make it as easy or as complicated as you’d like!

What is your favorite thing your Elf on the Shelf has done over the years?