A homemade elf on a shelf can become a whimsical family heirloom, and here are some ideas for how to make them!

1. Cute pinecone elves

One Little Project

2. Newspaper dancing elf

 Kids Craft Room

3. Toilet roll elf

Homeschool Preschool

4. Paper elf hat with ears and a template

Kids Craft Room

5. Cute standing felt elf ornament

Busy Little Christmas Elf

6. Detailed pipe cleaner elf

Happier Than a Pig in Mud

7. Easier, kid-friendly pipe cleaner elves

 Line Upon Line Learning.

8. Happy cork elf

Project Kid

9. Easy paper bag elf

I Heart Crafty Things

10. Felt elf boot Christmas ornaments

The DIY Dreamer

11. “An Elf Named Elfus” crochet pattern

 Loopsan

12. Elf finger puppets with free template

 Kids Craft Room

13. Cute paper elf craft for kids

Non-Toy Gifts

14. Popsicle stick elf tree ornament

The Resourceful Mama