*I* know where he is! At MY house!!!
{My nephews have an elf...my sister reminded me this week that the oldest one named him Pedro...and that just gives me the giggles. Pedro is such an elf-y name.}
So, what do you know...I found a bunch of COOKIE elves all around my kitchen!
First, I found one in the chocolate chips...
Then, a bunch tried to mix things up in the KitchenAid...
Now, this one jumped into a bowl of food colors...
I'm a little concerned with this one. He's trying to roll over his fellow elf and he sure seems to have an evil glint in his eye.
Then, I found them all...gathered around checking out pictures of cute cookie makers on instagram.
Want to make some Elf on the Shelf cookies of your very own? Here's how:
Supplies:
- cut-out cookies made with the template
- royal icing, tinted with AmeriColor Bright White, Chocolate Brown, Copper, and Super Red
- disposable icing bags
- couplers and #2 tips
- squeeze bottles
- toothpicks
- food coloring pens (black, pink, red and blue)
{This is where I stared getting nervous...it really doesn't look like it's going to work, does it?}
Go back to the white and add a collar. (Reserve some of this white piping consistency icing for later.)
Thin the all of the icings with water, a bit at a time, until it is the consistency of thick syrup. Cover with a damp dish towel and let sit several minutes.
Stir gently with a rubber spatula and transfer icings to squeeze bottles.
Let sit at least one hour.
Let your zombie elves dry uncovered overnight.
(I used a picture of Elf on the Shelf as a guide.)
Now, really....do you know where your Elf on the Shelf is?!?
Ok so, I probably shouldnt tell you this, but this is the first time in my life I have heard about Elf on a Shelf! Am I weird? (Dont answer that.) These cookies are beyond adorable Bridget!!!
ReplyDeleteAdorable!!!! You make it look so easy!
ReplyDeleteBest idea ever, Bridget!! Seriously adorable!!
ReplyDeleteWE have an elf...who I named Carlton. Yes,after the dorky guy on Fresh Prince. I just love when my son says "mom, come see what Carlton did!!" hilarious.
LOOOOVE the cookies!!! They look just like the elf.
Too fun! I can't wait until our little pea is old enough for Elf on the Shelf!
ReplyDeleteSee now that kind of elf I would like, 25 cookies to eat, I mean elfs to find. Super cute.
ReplyDeleteThose elves are just too stinkin' cute! I'd be worried about that one with the rolling pin as well. Adorable cookie makers the elves found as well ;D
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cookies! By the way, it is 4 PM here in Rome:)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cookies! By the way, it is 4 PM here in Rome:)
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness... These cookies are so adorable! What a fun idea! And, love all of the photos.
ReplyDeletePS - I have to say... The actual elf on a shelf's that they sell at the store are kind of creepy to me... But your version is much cuter. And, considerably less creepy!
Son preciosas!!! me han gustado mucho!!
ReplyDeleteSaludos
Bridget I seriously have the biggest smile on my face! So funny and clever!
ReplyDeleteShut up. That is too cute! You're so funny- love the evil glinted elf ;)
ReplyDeleteI have no idea what Elf on a Shelf is!!!! :P Love these cookies tho
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CUTE idea! Hey, did I miss the announcement of the blog2print book winner? Just wondering :)
ReplyDeleteOur elf Milton was once caught hanging a barbie over a shelf the monkeys from barrel of monkies.. so you rolling pin one had me in tears!! Those are so cute!!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, these are sooo cute! They look just like the real thing!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! These just couldn't be cuter if they tried. You never run out of fantastic ideas, and your cookie tutorials are the best. This elf takes the cake, so to speak! :)
ReplyDeleteHAHAHA we sell that elf at work and it sells like crazy! These cookies are adorable!
ReplyDeleteYou are insanely talented!! The eyes alone....
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Bridget, you captured him PERFECTLY! How clever you are:) This cookie is going to be a major hit! I sure love him!
ReplyDeleteThese cookies are too cute. I still don't know what elf on the shelf is all about, but the cookies are cute. I will be using your tips tomorrow for some cookies I will be making.
ReplyDeleteThese are just the cutest! If I can get my act together I would love to make these for my kids!
ReplyDeleteThese are adorable Bridget and I think this is one of the most creative and cutest posts you have done to date. Love everything about it.
ReplyDeleteP.S. My favorite...the elf trying to roll over the other elf with the rolling pin. Now what does that say about me? LOL
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ReplyDeletecute!!
ReplyDeleteI just totally found my Christmas Spirit! Thanks for these. Going to have to bake up a batch this weekend!
ReplyDeleteThese cookies are adorable! They almost make me forget how creepy I think Elf on the Shelf is :P hehe
ReplyDeletehahahaha, i LOVE Elf on a Shelf, and I only learned about him THIS year (I'm 22)!
ReplyDeleteWhenever I make cookies with a face, I'm having the most difficult time with the eyes. Last time I made a Santa Clause, the eyes fell off the cookies. What's the secret in making eyes or letting it stay on the cookies???
ReplyDeleteway to amazing!
ReplyDeleteMy sister and I both collect these elves...or pixies as we call them! I'll be on the phone to tell her about these! Very precious! Happy holidays! ♥
ReplyDeleteIt's so cute. Can you post the template?
ReplyDeletei once ate a near entire bag of those Ghirardelli chips at someone's house--was looking for something sweet and was all I found. Afterwards I felt sick, guilty, dirty, bad. Just thought I'd share.
ReplyDeleteNice blog.
Oh is just beyond adorable! Amazing job on the cookies Bridget, not to mention the eye-catching photography! Love, love, love it all!
ReplyDeleteHaaaaa I love it Bridget! My Elf, Jingles got into my baking stuff and made a cookie of himself last week. My daughter was so excited to see her Elf made her a cookie. Just wish she got as excited when I made her some lol.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.baking-in-heels.com/2011/12/jinglesthe-elf-on-shelf.html
Adorable! And so clever. You're always a step ahead of the crowd!
ReplyDeleteSo stinkin' cute! You've outdone yourself (again!) and the eyes... The eyes have it! They've captured my heart!
ReplyDeleteThose are adorable!
ReplyDeleteI like your cookie version so much better than the real one. He kind of freaks me out!
ReplyDeleteLove him!
ReplyDeleteOh Bridget, these are sooooo adorable! And, it also reminded me that I need to move our elf! :)
ReplyDeleteHaa Haa. SO cute! Great job!
ReplyDeleteYour cookies just keep getting cuter and cuter!
ReplyDeleteToo too cute!........and you always make it look so easy!
ReplyDeleteEs verdad, son preciosas y haces que todo parezca tan facil. Feliz Navidad
ReplyDeleteI love your cookies Bridget. And believe it or not, this year is the first time I heard about Elf on a Shelf!
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of Elf on a Shelf before... I guess I'm not the only one though. These cookies are too cute
ReplyDeleteyou make me smile...always. This is the best cookie idea of the season!!!
ReplyDeleteI've always thought the actual Elf on the shelf was a little creepy looking, so in our house we have another version "Christopher Popinkins" which is basically the same, but a little less creepy :) These are absolutely adorable though and completely NOT creepy. I think I will be doing these this weekend with the kids...I have a feeling my boys might like to keep a few 'zombie' elves :) Thanks so much for all your inspiring ideas!
ReplyDeleteI have been admiring these cookies on my iPhone, but was so excited to make my way over to comment on my BIG computer. My daughter is beside me giggling right now. I can't believe those silly little elves are checking us out!
ReplyDeleteYou capture the season perfectly with these little guys. Our elf arrived to our home last night. He was on the mantel & now he is sitting on a painting in the kitchen. I wonder where he will go next???
He watches all of us...very, very carefully.
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So great! You've inspired me. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! These are great looking! Thank you for sharing! My daughter would get a kick out of these! I am a new follower! Please stop by anytime! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteAnnamaria
I just cut a template from a mini plastic cutting board. I love this idea.
ReplyDeleteYour elfs are so wonderful!! Merry Christmas Lovie!!
ReplyDeleteNettie
Beyond adorable. You could make a fortune selling those. Someone will jump on that soon with a cookie cutter and all. Love 'em. We have been having a lot of fun with our elf on the shelf.
ReplyDeleteMy son wanted an elf on the shelf - but my cheapo husband said no! LOL These are incredible.
ReplyDeletewow its so easy to prepare..
ReplyDeleteSuper cute!
ReplyDeleteJudy@cutest-little-things.blogspot.com
LOVE LOVE LOVE! I'll put this idea back for next Christmas. Or maybe just a random cookie or two might magically pop up during the year.
ReplyDeleteLoved making these cookies! I had so many great comments on them and they're not as pretty as yours. Thanks for inspiring me. Can't wait to try a different design now--I think I'm hooked!
ReplyDeleteI do consider all the ideas you have offered on your post. They are very convincing and will certainly work. Still, the posts are too brief for newbies. May just you please extend them a little from next time? Thank you for the post.
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These are adorable! I learned a trick from a Wilton Cake Decorating class that I'm sure will be useful for cookies too.. you take a small piece of wax paper and use clear piping gel and trace the design you want and then invert onto cookie so now you have something to trace with the royal icing.. does make sense? Anyways.. I'm going to try these for 2012 Christmas - thanks for posting! :)
ReplyDeleteWould you be willing to make these and ship them?
ReplyDeleteHey Elena!
DeleteThank you so much for asking, but I no longer accept orders. I promise you can make them! :)
I found this fun tutorial on pinterest. I'm hosting a Everything Elf on the Shelf link up and I would love for you to add this!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.shecookscraftsruns.net/2012/11/everything-elf-on-shelf-idea-party.html
i´m in love with this blog!!!!!
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This Elf on the Shelf Cookie is so cute. Can you post your template please? I would like to make these cookies. Thank you.
ReplyDelete99 years later and I finally ordered my cutter tonight. Can't wait to make them and thanks in advance for the tutorial.
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