Collection: Christmas Fairies & Elves

Elves in Christmas traditions usually symbolize joy, playfulness, and the magic of the holiday season. They’re often seen as Santa’s helpers who make toys, spread cheer, and remind us of the wonder that comes with celebrating Christmas. Many people also use them in décor as a way to bring a sense of fun and imagination into their holiday displays, especially with christmas elf decorations and decorative elves Christmas.

Some of the christmas elves in this collection are bendable, like the 17" Fabric Red & Green Tidings Bendable Elf or the 30" Fabric Bendable Candy Cane Elf, so you can pose them however you like. Others, such as the figurines and sitting elf decorations, are fixed in place and meant for display as they are. The Santa fairies also come as decorative figurines with detailed outfits and wings that stay in position.

Most christmas elf ornaments and fairies are made with fabric and lightweight fill materials, especially the ones listed as “fabric” or “bendable.” The ornaments and figurines often feature hard materials like resin or molded plastic, especially detail parts (faces, ornament balls). Some items use mixed materials, fabric for clothing, wire or internal bendable structure, plus decorative elements like glitter, ribbons, or faux fur.

Yes, the smaller unique Christmas elves in this collection can work beautifully as Christmas tree ornaments. The 11" Christmas Elf Ornaments set is made specifically for hanging, and their lightweight fabric design makes them safe for most branches. Other small posable Christmas elves can also be tucked into the tree as accents, adding a playful touch alongside your traditional ornaments.

The 10" Retro TV Water Snow Globe with Musical Elves has both music and light features. It plays classic Christmas carols, lights up, and shows swirling snow/glitter, making it one of the most charming vintage Christmas elves for sale in the collection.

The Christmas elf decorations and Santa fairies come with their outfits already sewn on, so they aren’t meant to be removed or changed. The clothing is part of the design and adds to the detailed look of each piece. This way, you can display them right out of the box without worrying about dressing them up.

The best way to store your Christmas elves and fairies after the holidays is to keep them in their original boxes if you still have them. If not, wrap each piece in soft tissue paper or bubble wrap to protect the fabric, wings, and accessories. Store them in a cool, dry place with other holiday décor so they’re ready to bring out again next season without damage.

If an accessory on your Christmas elf decorations or elf ornaments gets damaged, the best option is to reach out to customer service and see if they can help. They may be able to suggest repair options or guide you on what to do next.

These Christmas elves and Santa fairies are mainly designed for indoor use, so it’s best to keep them away from open flames or heat sources. If you’re concerned, placing them in safe display spots will help protect both the décor and your home.

Some of the snow globe elf decorations are powered in two ways: by a USB-to-DC cable (plug-in) or with 3 AA batteries, which lets you put them wherever you want. If battery power isn’t ideal, the USB option is great for stationary displays, while the battery option adds flexibility.