Elf on the Shelf originated in 2005 and has fast become a popular Christmas tradition, with elves appearing on December 1, doing mischievous things each night, before returning to the North Pole to tell Santa Claus whether children have been behaving or not.
As we are approaching Christmas Eve, many of you are beginning to run out of ideas, so we decided to help you along.
We asked our readers to show us their favourite Elf on the Shelf creations, and you did not disappoint.
Whether you want something simple, or an elaborate scene, our gallery has it all.
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10. Feed the ducks
Kerry made Marmite, a tree elf, for her daughter. This is a great idea! Photo: Kerry Louise Wright
11. Isolation
If all else fails, Tia has the right idea - elf needs to isolate before he returns to the North Pole! Photo: Tia Jane Wild
