It’s the season of Elf on the Shelf and that means funny Elf antics. However, it also means an Elf who sometimes ends up being in the way. That’s where these Magic Elf Moving Tongs can save the day.
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Why you need to make Magic Elf Moving Tongs
It never seems to fail that the Elf winds up somewhere that really makes him “in-the-way”.
If I you are needing to use your mixer, there he is sitting in front of it. Or he is lounging on the stack of Christmas books and someone is begging to read them.
Perhaps you have the rule that adults can move the Elf on the Shelf, as long as they don’t use their hands.
This means using kitchen tongs, two forks, a spatula, chopsticks or any other kitchen utensil in your arsenal. Perhaps, as my boys do, your children watch intently as you gingerly squeeze him and move him to his new resting spot.
NERVOUS KIDDOS WHEN YOU MOVE THE ELF
Now my boys were still very skeptical about the random choice of items to move our Elf. This is how the Magic Elf Moving Tongs came to exists.
I thought if there was something specific for moving the Elf, then perhaps the kids wouldn’t be so nervous.
The best part is that making Magic Elf on the Shelf Tongs isn’t expensive. Plus it doesn’t require a great deal of DIY skills.
Keep reading to see how to make a pair for your home. You’ll never have to wonder how to move your Elf on the Shelf without touching it again!
How to move your Elf on the Shelf without Touching Him
You really only need two things to make these tongs for moving your Elf. Obviously you need a pair of tongs, and then a few fun Elf on the Shelf or Christmas stickers.
These Betty Crocker Salad Tongs are the perfect red color. Last year they were even available at the Dollar Tree.
I think these clear tongs would look super cute covered in stickers too!
Now, all you have to do to make your tongs magical is to put on the stickers. You now have your own pair of Magic Elf Moving Tongs. The best part is that it will only cost you the price of the tongs, plus the price of the stickers.
If you are worried about the stickers not staying on your tongs, simply coat them lightly with clear Mod Podge. Or if you are feeling super festive, they make glitter Mod Podge too!
How to Introduce your Elf on the Shelf Tongs
First, you will need some way to let your children know that using the tongs to move the Elf is perfectly fine.
You could have your Elf bring the magic tongs to your home one night. You could even add a note from Santa explaining that they are safe to use.
Whatever you do, make sure you stress that it is perfectly fine for adults to move the Elf with the tongs, not children.
This will prevent your Elf from being carried around your home daily!
When to Use your Tongs
You can use the tongs anytime you need to move your Elf on the Shelf.
These are great for when your Elf on the Shelf has had a mishap. For example, if your kids wake up and he is on the ground under the helicopter instead of inside of it.
Or maybe you are traveling for the Holidays and want to take your Elf with you? Use your tongs and place him in the car for your travel adventures.
Hopefully having a way to move your Elf will make life just a little bit easier.
If you like this idea, check out my Elf Survival Guide. It has 4 easy steps that will make having an Elf in your home easier than ever before!
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