I've heard of it for a few years now but when I saw all of the clever and funny Elf posing ideas that people Pinned last year, I got sucked in. I even started my own Elf Hijinks Pinboard last year to collect ideas for the future. I'm not sure who will be more amused by it--the 7-year-old and 3-year-old, or the 34-year-old.
I hate having to pay $30 for the book and elf set, though. Yes, I'm cheap. But seriously--that's ridiculously expensive IMO, and as far as I can tell it never goes on sale anywhere. I've been watching.
Which is why I would LOVE to win this really FANTASTIC Elf on the Shelf giveaway over at See Jane Blog. She's put together a package including the book & elf, and also 25 days' worth of silly things to do with your elf. Go check it out! If nothing else, because she includes 25 really fun ideas for what you can do with your own elf, even if you don't win.
I have wanted to get this for my grandsons the last couple years - but I thought it was a little pricey too. Wonder if you could make your own version?
ReplyDeleteI've seen lots of cute ideas for posing him - my favorite is in the Barbie car his "friends" :)
How you have a good time with him.
I agree, he is one expensive elf! I love seeing photos of his silly poses, and I bet you've got some great ideas. I hope you win!
ReplyDeleteI am far too old for this book and so is the kid, but I REALLY want a copy too! I have the vintage elf, just need the book. Well, I just WANT the book. :)
ReplyDeleteI saw your comment on Pretty, Quirky about your dear friend in NW AR. Thanks! I guess that was me anyway.....:D She is moving to my very town. We have common friends and junking routes. Now I will have more competition, but I think we will both do okay!
My sister has been doing this with her boys for the last couple of years. They have had a lot of fun with it!
ReplyDeleteI'm obsessed with 'THE ELF' too! Maybe I'm missing something... but can't you just use one of those larger size 'knee hugger' elves? Andy had some AWESOME poses for her elfette last year!! No 'youngins' in this house, just BIG KIDS... but I was thinking of doing a 'Daily Pose Post' starting the day after Thanksgiving ;-)
ReplyDeleteI am trying it for the first time too with my 4 year old. I bought mine at Barnes and Noble and then I got a discount w/ my membership. Target is also supposed to be doing a discount on theirs this week too I think. I have been reading him the story this week to prep him for the first day the elf shows up...funny...the first night he was like -- NO WAY! I don't want him to come...prob. b/c he has to be GOOD all the time ! The next time we read it he was more receptive...so we'll see how it goes. I can't wait to gear how your adventures with the elf go too. ;)
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