Elf on the shelf goodbye letter printable set provides a super simple Elf on the Shelf return to the North Pole. This free customizable elf goodbye letter comes with a pre-filled letter or the option to write your own letter completely.
It coordinates with my free Elf on the Shelf welcome letter, too! That way your kids are receiving similar letters from the North Pole for their welcome and their goodbye.

What is Included in the Elf on the Shelf Goodbye Letter?
The elf on the shelf goodbye letter comes with a set of three files.
- Elf on the Shelf goodbye letter with customizable pre-filled letter (just add in your child’s name/Elf’s name/date!)
- Elf on the Shelf goodbye letter with a completely blank, customizable letter area
- Elf on the Shelf goodbye letter ready to print & fill in by hand
- Canva Elf on the Shelf goodbye letter template
NEW Canva Template!
New for 2024 is a Canva template to make customizing your Elf goodbye letter even easier. Canva has become a popular free option for many people. It’s definitely an easy way to customize the free letter for your own child. The Canva template comes free with the files.
What Does the Elf Goodbye Letter look like?
Here is what the pre-filled elf goodbye letter looks like. Notice, you will need to add in your child’s name, elf’s name, and date. Don’t forget to sign the letter from your elf, too!

Where Do You Download the Free Goodbye Letter?
Already a member? Use your free members-only password to access the subscriber page to download your free files. Click here to enter your password and download the files.
New here? Don’t worry, the letter is still free! All you need to do is sign up using your email address for our FREE Mom Envy club newsletter. It gives you access to hundreds of members-only freebies including this letter and many other Christmas freebies.
Directions for Customizing the Canva Elf on the Shelf Goodbye Letter Template
Video Directions:
Written Canva Template Directions:
- Sign In or Create an Account on Canva: You can create a free account, it does not need to be a pro account.
- Download the Canva template PDF: Once downloaded, click on the link to the template.
- Make a Copy of the Template: Once the template opens, you will see a button that says “Use Template” or “Make a copy.” This will add the template to your Canva account, so you can personalize it without affecting the original design.
- Customize the Template, including:
- Edit Text: Click on any text box to change the text. You can also modify the font, size, and color if needed.
- Add Images: Add images from Canva’s images, or you can upload your own images or choose from Canva’s library.
- Adjust Layout or Colors: You can change the top layer of the file. The background is not customizable.
- Save Your Work: Once you’re happy with your design, click the “Download” button at the top-right corner. Select the file format you prefer (e.g., PNG, JPG, PDF) and save it to your computer or device.
- Print: After downloading, you can print your design at home or send it to be printed at a local print shop.
Directions for Customizing the Elf on the Shelf Letter PDF
It’s actually easy if you follow the directions below.
- Download the files at the end of the post.
- To customize a letter, download either the EOS Goodbye Letter (blank version) OR the EOS Goodbye Letter Pre-Written Letter.
- After you download the file, close out your browser.
- Open up Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you don’t have Adobe Reader, download it here. It is a safe, standard PDF reader (most devices will already have it installed). You do NOT need the pro version – get the free one.
- Open the file in Adobe Reader.
- Type in your customizations in the blue boxes.
- Print!
Do I need to type the Elf Letter or Can I just print a copy and handwrite it?
You can definitely print a copy and hand write your letter. Download and print the file called “EOS Goodbye Letter Print and Handwrite.”
Having Trouble?
Try to download the files from the folder that says “Having Trouble? Try this version!” The font isn’t quite the same but it’s close and it is a standard font on all computers.
This is what the blank one looks like with the blue boxes in Adobe Reader.

Want more Elf on the Shelf free printables?
Check out this list of over 25 free elf on the shelf printables. The first set of them are all from my blog and all use the same members-only password you get when downloading this file. It makes for some easy elf on the shelf set ups!
Check out the 25+ Elf on the Shelf Printables



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Tips for Downloading the Free Files
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Steph
Tuesday 26th of December 2023
Thank you so much for the fabulous elf letter!! My girls just ate it up. Really appreciate the free resource.
Lauren
Saturday 23rd of December 2023
The file size is too big to print - how do I change it to actually print normal?
Nicole
Friday 22nd of December 2023
I appreciate this so much! When I open the files, they turn to gobbledy-gook. I've tried a different device, too, any tips?
Karen
Thursday 23rd of December 2021
I need to edit the pre-written letter since we have two elves. I can’t copy and paste it to the blank pdf file. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong but I can’t customize it for some reason.
Gina
Tuesday 21st of December 2021
IT keeps saying READ ONLY for the Elf letter.
Laura
Tuesday 21st of December 2021
Hi Gina! You have to make sure to download it. Then find where you saved it and open it in Adobe Reader. If you open it in a browser or most other programs, it won’t work. Hope this helps!