This year I tried putting more new scenes together in with the elves. I got a lot of the new items from The Dollar Store and attempted to incorporate old scenes with new scenes...kind of like a hybrid scene. I even used some of my scrapbooking paper as backdrops for some of them. I need to find a better table, so it isn't quite as wonky when I take pictures and post them to Instagram and Facebook for my fans. I even have some ideas for next year already. I need to start saving some cardboard for my one idea I have.
This was my seventh year doing it and this year I started on December 1st and ended on December 23rd since that was the last day of the week before Christmas. I always put the scenes together the night before since they are difficult to put together in the mornings with kitties around. Some scenes are more elaborate than others.
Here are the ones from this year:
Instagram post: They say if you mess with the bull, you get the horns but, in this case, you mess with the giant spider, and you get the web. I am not sure how Figgy and Russ will get out of this bind they're in. We will see tomorrow, if they survive. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #omd, #spider, #tiedup
Instagram Post: Well, these crafty elves managed to get out of their entangled situation with the spider. Not sure how they escaped but I was sure surprised to find them free. They just can't keep their hands to themselves though. They got into the ninja turtles ooze and made a giant mess. I am not sure what the repercussions will be, but I hope it's not too terrible. The turtles were not impressed by the elves at all and wanted them to leave their sewer and lab. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #tmnt, #secretoftheooze, #omd
Instagram Post: Figgy wanted to celebrate a Coug bowl bid to the 2022 LA Bowl being played on December 17th. #GoCougs, #figgy, #elfontheshelf, #bowlseason, #goingbowlin, #omd, #christmastree, #cougchristmas
Instagram Post: The one with the Elves. Figgy and Russ are avid fans of Friends and took a recent trip to NYC to see the sights and have the Friends Experience. They enjoyed a visit to Central Perk and the Statue of Liberty. They are pretty good friends themselves and will always be there for you each December. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #friendsmas, #omd, #illbethereforyou, #centralperk, #hugsy, #theholidayarmadillo, #ncy, #friends, #youremylobster
Instagram Post: Figgy and Russ decided to take it easy today. They busted out the grill and played a rousing game of horseshoes. I think Figgy is winning. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #omd, #bbq, #chillinandgrillin, #horseshoes, #rnr
Instagram Post: I knew the elves were up to something when I heard a ruckus in the kitchen. They made a giant mess with the flour, but they did make up for it by baking us some cookies and muffins to say they were sorry. They are always getting into mischief! #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #omd, #baking, #kitchen, #cookies, #muffins, #kitchenmesses, #holidaygoodies
Instagram Post: With the growing popularity of the back yard game, Corn Hole, Figgy and Russ decided to get in on the action to see what all the fuss was about. They actually had a great time playing and might even consider joining the elf league. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #cornhole, #backyardgames, #omd
Instagram Post: The elves and their co-worker, Sarah, were heading to a Christmas party when they hit a patch of ice and their car tipped over. The presents dumped out, they got a couple of minor injuries and a bystander called 911. Just remember that this time of year we could get snowy and icy condition and to take it easy or don't go out if you don't absolutely have to. Figgy and Russ want you to be safe this holiday season. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #holidayparty, #carpooling, #presents, #friends, #coworkers, #caraccident, #winterweathersafety, #winterweatherdriving, #omd
Instagram Post: Figgy and Russ are home from the hospital and suffered a broken arm, leg and some cuts and bruises. Sadly, Sarah suffered some internal injuries and could not be saved. This is a lesson to us all. Please be safe on the roads during the winter time, always wear your seat belt and give yourselves plenty of time to get from point A to B. Figgy and Russ will miss their co-worker, rest in peace Sarah. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #caraccident, #recovery, #winterweatherdriving, #omd, #accidentfreeisthewaytobe
Instagram Post: Figgy and Russ decided to throw my sister, Erika, a birthday party in her honor. They had cupcakes, popcorn and soda and were surround by all of their friends. Erika just started at L&I in October as a data consultant for Admin Services and so far she says she's learning a lot and getting to know her team. Happy Birthday Erika! #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #birthdayparty, #birthdaygirl, #omd, #cupcakes, #friends, #presents, #partytime
Instagram Post: After some fighting and some bad shots from the Storm Troopers, Darth Vader finds Russ's lack of holiday spirit disturbing. This is the first year (since I've done this scene) that no movies are scheduled to come out this December. Sad. I do know Disney+ has come out with several TV series you could watch. So far we've only watched The Mandalorian with Baby Yoda. A Merry Christmas you all must have! #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #starwars, #darthvader, #stormtrooper, #babyyoda, #chewbacca, #r2d2, #bb8droid, #omd, #theforce, #deathstar
Instagram Post: Our trivia shark, Smalls, makes another appearance! he's been pretty hungry since 2020, when we started teleworking due to Covid, but has been fed off and on when we get the trivia questions wrong. Figgy, Russ and Jones, made sure Smalls was safe from the mean, bad shark who tried to eat him. Figgy is a great shot with the harpoon! #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #shark, #omd, #beats, #harpoon, #diver, #sharkattack
Instagram Post: Hit me with your best shot! Figgy and Russ battle it out in a super competitive game of ping pong. They watched Forrest Gump over the weekend and got inspired to play. They played for hours and hours. I think Figgy has a slight advantage over Russ but Russ doesn't want to quit until he wins. The elves are so stubborn but they are fun and so are their antics. Let's bounce! #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #omd, #pingpong, #pong, #letsbounce, #competition, #tabletennis
Instagram Post: Figgy, Russ and their friend Duke, are up in the mountains celebrating a wintry wonderland in their igloo. I was really hoping to wake up to some snow but was seriously disappointed when I saw it was just wind and rain. I am crossing my fingers and hope that we get some sort of winter weather besides the gross rain. Figgy, Russ and Duke wish you all a happy holiday season! #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #winter, #snow, #igloo, #penguin, #smores, #hotchocolate, #mountains, #snowman, #presents, #holidays, # christmastree, #omd
Instagram Post: Figgy and Russ decided to use some of our leftover bows to "Mission Impossible style" their way to steal ornaments off the tree. I think Oliver and Wade (our kitties) teamed up and convinced them to do it. Ben and I just can't trust the kitties or elves in this house during Christmas. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #omd, #christmastrees, #stealingornaments, #teamworkmakesthedreamwork, #holidays, #holidayseason, #missionimpossible
Instagram Post: Figgy and Russ decided to dabble in the art of cooking. They must have watched Elf last night because they were inspired by Buddy the Elf's cooking. You gotta stick with the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup. Elves love candy right? Figgy and Russ went with their own mixture of candy: M&M's, Pez, starlight mints and peppermint kisses. They said it wasn't bad and might try another new mixture next year. Figgy and Russ wish you a sweet happy holiday season. #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #omd, #sweet, #candycooking, #candy, #elffoodgroups, #cooking, #omnom
Instagram Post: Today is the last day with Figgy and Russ until next December. They saved up all of their elf dollars throughout the year so they could go on a ski trip for the weekend of Christmas. They left the other day to avoid all of the freezing rain, road and airport closures and bad drivers. they figured they need another few days of rest and relaxation before they prepare for next December's month of mischief. They both wish you all a happy, safe and fun 2023! (I can't believe it's almost 2023!) #elfontheshelf, #figgy, #russ, #snow, #skitrip, #omd, #winter
Next Adventure: A Merry Christmas Four-Day Weekend and Some Snowshoeing
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