Visiting elf idea
Tape on the Wrapping
One piece of tape holds the elf to a wrapped box, with a note that the tape won the night.
- Everyday
- Living room
- Slightly naughty
- No mess
- Household items
- 5 minutes
- Toddler-safe
- Pet-safe
- Backup
What you need
These are household pieces. Borrow from the junk drawer first.
- wrapped box
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- tape
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- sticky note
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- pen
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How to set it up
- 1
Use a gift that is already wrapped, or wrap an empty box.
- 2
Press one short piece of tape from the elf's scarf or hand to the bow. Skip the doll's face.
- 3
Write: The tape and I disagreed. I lost.
- 4
Free the elf in the morning before anyone yanks the gift.
If this night works, try next
Remote Control TV Throne
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Blanket Fort Movie Night
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