Elf on the Shelf First Day Idea
Free Printable Elf on the Shelf First Day Idea Poem
It’s ALMOST that time. Making cheap and easy elf crafts and all things elf is both fun and stressful. Here is a simple print and cut poem for the first day of your family tradition. For this one, include a little treat for your elf to give the kids. This marshmallow treat is a quick and easy one.
Here is a popular elf printable with a free download: DIY Elf on the Shelf Luggage
Easy Marshmallow Snowman
First, make the snowman marshmallow treat. The printable will work with any treat, but this snowman can be made in seconds.
Here is what you need.
Time: 30 Minutes
Materials:
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- Three marshmallows
- Skewer
- Black and orange food marker
- Fruit roll up
- Scissors
Instructions:
- Simply stack three marshmallows on the BBQ skewer.
- Draw the face with black and orange food markers.
- Add the fruit roll up scarf. I fringed the scarf ends with kitchen scissors. If desired, add a fruit roll up cone shaped hat.
- Print the poem below!
Free Printable Poem
You can make this printable any size you wish.We added green card stock and added some little pompoms to make it a little more festive.
It says:
I’m Back!
Oh how I missed you;
It’s great to be back!
I made you some treats,
A sweet little snack.
I hope you like it
It’s one of my faves.
You better be good!
You better behave!
Download the FREE printable HERE: Elf on the Shelf First Day Printable
Here’s the finished product!
No time? Make this!
You can also used treats from your local grocery instead. I added little DIY Elf Legs and Feet for these.
If you need help with a little magic in your home, we sell Magic Elf Kits on Etsy! They come in 12 Day, 24 Day, and 30 Day packages. You can purchase them here.
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- Here is a video of some of my ideas. Enjoy!
