Visiting elf idea
Scarf Tug, Gentle
Two elves hold opposite ends of a scarf on the couch, mid tug, with a note that both were winning.
- Everyday
- Living room
- Silly
- No mess
- Household items
- 5 minutes
- Toddler-safe
- Pet-safe
- Two elves
What you need
These are household pieces. Borrow from the junk drawer first.
- scarf
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- sticky note
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- pen
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How to set it up
- 1
Stretch one scarf along the back of the couch, not down to the floor.
- 2
Sit an elf at each end with the scarf in its lap.
- 3
Write: Gentle tug. Nobody pulled hard.
- 4
Keep the scarf off the cushions people sit on if you need those seats.
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