Free Printable Elf Letters Set – Arrival, Return & Goodbye from Your Elf on the Shelf

Free Printable Elf on the Shelf Letters – Arrival, Return & Goodbye

Bring the Christmas magic to life with this free printable Elf Letters Pack!
This set includes three adorable letters from your Elf on the Shelf – a Hello from Your Elf Arrival Letter, an I’m Back Return Letter, and a Goodbye for Now Farewell Letter.

Whether you’re welcoming your elf for the very first time, welcoming a returning elf, or saying goodbye until next year, these printable letters make every stage of your elf’s visit extra special and heartwarming.

This free set is ready-to-print (not editable) but if you’d like to add your child’s name, elf’s name, or even sign each letter with your elf’s unique signature, I also offer an editable version in my shop. You can personalize each letter directly using Adobe Acrobat Reader (free software)>> Get the Editable Elf Letter Set here!

You might also want to check out my Ultimate Elf Printable Bundle to access 20 elf-themed printables in one magical collection: everything you need for a full season of fun and creativity.

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What’s included in this printable Elf letter pack?

This free pack includes 3 printable Elf on the Shelf letters – ready to print and deliver straight from the North Pole! You can see a preview right here, and you can download all 3 letters at once in a high-resolution PDF further down this page.

Free Printable ELF ARRIVAL LETTER – “Hello from Your Elf”

Start the season with excitement! This cheerful arrival letter introduces your child’s elf and sets the stage for a fun month of magic, kindness, and holiday cheer.

Free Printable ELF RETURN LETTER – “Surprise, I’m Back!”

When your elf reappears from the North Pole, use this letter to announce their return. It’s the perfect way to reignite the magic and get your little ones smiling.

Free Printable ELF DEPARTURE LETTER – “Goodbye for Now”

When it’s time for your elf to head back to the North Pole, this heartfelt goodbye letter helps wrap up the season with warmth and wonder.

What Is the Elf on the Shelf Tradition?

The Elf on the Shelf is a beloved Christmas tradition where a magical scout elf visits homes each holiday season to keep an eye on things for Santa. Each night, the elf flies back to the North Pole to report on who’s been naughty or nice, and returns the next morning, often hiding in a new spot or getting into a bit of funny mischief!

While kids absolutely adore this tradition, it can sometimes leave parents scrambling for last-minute ideas or forgetting to move the elf. That’s exactly why these printable Elf letters were created — to help you keep the holiday magic alive with less stress and more fun.

These letters do the storytelling for you, making it simple to bring your elf to life and spark wonder in your child’s imagination.

Easy to Use Printable Elf Letters

These Elf letters are non-editable PDF printables, designed for instant download and easy printing at home. Simply print on standard letter-size paper (8.5×11″) and leave them for your child to discover!

Each letter features adorable Christmas illustrations, candy cane borders, and festive fonts – perfectly capturing the North Pole spirit.

Want to Personalize the Magic?

If you’d like to add your child’s name, elf’s name, or even sign each letter with your elf’s unique signature, I also offer an editable version in my shop. You can personalize each letter directly using Adobe Acrobat Reader (free software)! >>> Get the Editable Elf Letter Set here!

Or grab my Ultimate Elf Printable Bundle to access all my elf-themed printables in one magical collection: everything you need for a full season of fun and creativity. >>> Explore the Elf Mega Bundle here!

A Thoughtful, Magical Touch for the Holidays

These Elf on the Shelf letters make it easy to keep the Christmas magic alive — no last-minute writing or scrambling needed! Just print, cut, and watch your child’s eyes light up when they see a note from their favorite North Pole friend.