This section is for veteran elves, and new elves. Like many things there are tips & tricks of the trade. You will notice that these pages contain no background music and are very low graphic. This is to quicken the load time, and make it easier to read and print.

Other pages in this section:
 

The Family's Elf Tips and tricks to handle your family's Christmas list.

Assisting non-family Tips and tricks to helping others who may need a little help

Being an assistant Elf Things you can to help others, if on a limited budget or time

Elf Alert  What's hot this year, getting a jump on the toy market

This Years Letters to Christmas Elves People wishing for assistance

When Things go Wrong  No matter how well we plan, somthing may simply go wrong, tips to servive these times.

First you must decide what your resources are.
 

How much money can you afford to spend?
How many friends, family, and co-workers are willing to help? (if your elf duties are outside of the home)
How much time, do you have?

Family only

Help someone else  (who and where to locate them and a game plan)

Elve's Assistant  (if you have limited time and or budget)
 

Forth, self control and taking care of your self. (page in works)

Fifth, When something goes wrong. After all something can go wrong, even with the best of plans.
 

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