You’ve Been Elfed Christmas Gift Idea
When you want to share festive joy with family, friends, neighbors, or co-workers, this You’ve Been Elfed Christmas Gift Idea is perfect for the task! Fill a box or basket with festive items or give it an Elf the movie twist. I’ll show you how!
What Does You’ve Been Elfed Mean?
You’ve Been Elfed is a fun holiday tradition where you secretly leave a box or basket of festive Christmas items on someone’s doorstep or desk, spreading Christmas cheer. Traditionally, the recipient can then “elf” others to keep the joy going. However, it’s my opinion that the holidays are busy enough without giving our neighbors, co-workers, or friends one more thing to do so I like to “elf” without the expectation of recipients paying it forward.
Is This Gift Idea Primarily For Kids?
Although kids love to be elfed, elfing is not just for kids. Anyone can use a little extra Christmas cheer and that’s what elfing is all about!
If you know the recipients of your elf gift, you can tailor the items to their age or maturity level but many people would enjoy little festive toys and gifts no matter how old they are!
One year, we went around elfing random homes in our neighborhood. We chose to elf the homes that had decorated the outside of their houses for Christmas simply because we knew they celebrated Christmas. However, we didn’t know the occupants of the homes so they each got the same items in the buckets. We didn’t know if the recipients loved the items or not because we didn’t know them but our goal was to bring a little extra cheer and it brought us Christmas joy as well!
Being kind to others can also cheer you up. Studies show that happy people who do good things for others become even happier. If you need a mood pick-me-up, doing good deeds is a great way to go about it.
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Ideas For Your Elf Gift
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Elfed Gift Ideas
Your creativity and imagination will help you decide what to include in your You’ve Been Elfed gift, but I’m listing exactly what I included in mine to help get your ideas rolling!
- Plush Elf
- Reindeer Headband
- Christmas-Themed Paddle Ball – I found these at the Dollar Tree!
- Christmas Activity Pad – I found this at the Dollar Tree, too.
- Christmas Candy – I used Reese’s Trees from Costco.
- Santa Hat
- Santa Belt Bucket – You could also use a Christmas Box!
- Tinsel Garland – This helps fill the bucket up!
- Small Blanket – I found these at Fred Meyer.
- Magic Reindeer Food
- Christmas Popcorn
- You’ve Been Elfed Tag – Found below.
Elf The Movie Gift Ideas
If you’d like to make a You’ve Been Elfed gift based on Elf, the movie, check out this idea that provides all the makings for Buddy the Elf’s favorite breakfast!
- Spaghetti
- Frosted Chocolate Fudge Pop-Tarts
- Chocolate Syrup
- Maple Syrup
- Christmas Sprinkles
- M&M’s
- Marshmallows
- Candy Canes
- Santa Belt Bucket – You could also use a Christmas Box!
- You’ve Been Elfed Tag – Found below.
How To Elf Friends And Family
- Purchase festive gifts.
- Place those gifts in a box or basket.
- Add a You’ve Been Elfed Tag.
- Put on the doorstep of friends or family.
- Ring the doorbell.
- Run back to your car, without being seen. (I fully realize most people have cameras on their doorbells now but don’t let that stop you from having a little fun!)
Get Your You’ve Been Elfed Printable Tag Here
What Does The You’ve Been Elfed Card Say?
A Christmas elf has come your way, Sharing sweet treats for the Holiday. His wish is to share a little Christmas fun, Bringing joy and laughter to everyone!
Spread laughter and fun this Christmas by Elfing friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers!
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