Help With My Elf

Visiting elf idea

Alarm Clock DJ Booth

The elf DJs from the nightstand alarm clock with a sock as a fuzzy headphone.

  • Everyday
  • Bedroom
  • Silly
  • No mess
  • Household items
  • 5 minutes
  • Toddler-safe
Alarm Clock DJ Booth. A handmade visiting-elf idea card for Help With My Elf.

What you need

These are household pieces. Borrow from the junk drawer first.

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How to set it up

  1. 1

    Set the alarm clock on the nightstand, not blaring.

  2. 2

    Drape a clean sock over the elf's ears like headphones.

  3. 3

    Sit the elf on or beside the clock.

  4. 4

    Leave a sticky-note now playing line.

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