Visiting elf idea
Letter Still Sealed
The elf's note to Santa is still sealed, so the morning scene never got underway.
- Everyday
- Entry
- Nice
- No mess
- Household items
- 5 minutes
- Toddler-safe
- Pet-safe
- Backup
What you need
These are household pieces. Borrow from the junk drawer first.
- envelope
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- paper
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- pen
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How to set it up
- 1
Seal a short kind note in an envelope addressed to Santa, care of your house.
- 2
Sit the elf on the envelope on a shelf.
- 3
Add an outside line: Still sealed. I will finish the trip tonight.
- 4
Leave it closed until you are ready to read it together.
If this night works, try next
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Leash Hook Hello
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