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Visiting elf idea

Paper Snowflake Living Workshop

The elf sits among a few paper snowflakes on a tray, with scraps contained for an easy sweep.

  • Everyday
  • Living room
  • Nice
  • Low mess
  • Extra props
  • 15 minutes
  • Not toddler-safe
  • December 13
Paper Snowflake Living Workshop. A handmade visiting-elf idea card for Help With My Elf.

What you need

A couple of extra props help this one. Skip anything you do not already like.

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How to set it up

  1. 1

    Cut a few paper snowflakes ahead of time and put scissors away.

  2. 2

    Arrange the snowflakes on a tray so scraps stay contained.

  3. 3

    Tape one flake so it looks half-finished in the elf's hands.

  4. 4

    Sit the elf in the middle of the tray workshop.

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