Elf Letters: Arrival Letters

Four printable elf letters: three welcome letters and a rules letter with a signature line

The first letter sets the mood for the elf's arrival. This pack has elf arrival letters in three tones plus a rules letter that you sign together.

✉️ What's in This Letter Pack

The pack has four pages: a cheeky, a loving, and a mysterious welcome letter, plus a rules letter called “How I live with you”. Pick one, add the name, and leave it on the first elf night. The rules letter explains in kid-friendly words how the elf lives and has space for your signatures.

Letters Included

Page 1 is a cover sheet for parents with a page overview and tips. The letters themselves carry no logo and no page number, so they look as if the elf wrote them.

Page 2
Arrival letter: cheeky
The elf introduces himself with a wink, announces he checked out the fridge, and promises funny, never mean pranks.
Page 3
Arrival letter: loving
A warm letter about how much the elf looked forward to your family: door, bed, and suitcase are ready, letters and little jokes will follow.
Page 4
Arrival letter: mysterious
Psst: the elf shares very little, only that he's smaller than a cup, and invites kids to look for clues.
Page 5
Rules letter: How I live with you
Gentle house rules from the elf: letters by the door, keep the door clear, pranks at night, with space for your signatures.

📝 How It Works

1
Print the pages on letter or A4 paper at 100 % size. Regular paper works, and 24–32 lb paper is nicer if you want to color.
2
Write your elf's name in the “(Name)” spot. The elf has no fixed name, so your family chooses.
3
Cut out the letter and fold it once or roll it up small.
4
Leave it by the elf door in the evening or work it into the prank.

💡 Tips

  • Sign with your non-writing hand so the name looks like it came from a tiny elf.
  • Dab the paper lightly with cold tea and let it dry for a parchment look.
  • Roll the letter small and tie it with thread so it feels like real elf mail.

Goes Well With

Your Benefits at PureSketchy:

  • Completely Free: Every elf printable with no sign-up, no newsletter, no subscription.
  • Made for Coloring: Clear black lines – kids color everything themselves.
  • Your Elf, Your Name: There is always space to write in your own elf's name.
  • Everything in One Place: Prank ideas, papercraft props, printable sets, letters and guides all fit together.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which arrival letter should I pick?
It depends on your family. Cheeky suits kids who love jokes, loving suits sensitive kids, and mysterious works for kids who like riddles. You can also spread all three over the first few days.

What's in the rules letter?
The elf explains that he reads letters, the door should stay clear, he's out at night, and he's shy. At the end there's a line for your signatures.

When should I leave the letter?
On the first elf night, ideally together with the elf door. In the morning your child finds the door and the letter at once.

Does the elf need a name?
The letter has a “(Name)” blank. The elf has no fixed name, so you write in the one your family chooses.

Is the download free?
Yes, every printable on PureSketchy is 100% free for personal use, preschools and schools – no sign-up needed.

Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Ankunftsbriefe.