Toy Hostage Ransom Note

The elf ties up a favourite toy with tinsel and leaves a cheeky “ransom” note asking for cookies.

Setup5 min
MessNone
Items3

How to set it up

  1. Wrap a soft toy loosely in tinsel or ribbon.
  2. Write a note: “I will release Teddy for 3 cookies.”
  3. Stand the elf guarding the toy.

What you need

  • Soft toy
  • Tinsel or ribbon
  • Note

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