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Elf On The Shelf Paper Bag Puppet

Prep Time: 12 minutes
Active Time: 16 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
This elf on the shelf paper bag puppet is a fun craft that will keep kids entertained and happy this holiday season!
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Author: Sam
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Materials

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

Instructions

  • Download the elf template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
  • Take the hair and glue it to the top of the head.
  • Next, glue the eyes just below the eyebrows, one on each side.
  • Glue the nose in between the eyes and just above the mouth.
  • Finish up the face by gluing the cheeks on each side of the mouth, underneath the eyes.
  • Place the completed face on the flap portion of the brown paper bag and glue it in place.
  • Begin to make the outfit by gluing the collar to the top of the body.
  • Take the completed outfit and glue it to the main portion of the brown paper bag, beneath the head. Trim off any excess brown paper bag that hangs below it.
  • Make the hat by gluing the fluff to the bottom part of the hat. Cut off the excess paper from the sides.
  • Finish the elf by gluing the hat to the top of the head!