Elf On The Shelf Paper Bag Puppet [Free Template]

Does your family have a mischievous little elf on the shelf that appears each Christmas?

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If so, we know your kids will have a blast recreating their elf with this elf on the shelf paper bag puppet craft!

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– Brown paper bag – Colored cardstock or construction paper – Scissors – Glue stick – Elf template

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Download the elf template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

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Take the hair and glue it to the top of the head.

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Next, glue the eyes just below the eyebrows, one on each side.

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Swipe up to learn more!

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