It's nearly that time of the year again where parents send their children off to bed and then have to start stifling their giggles over their elf's latest bit of late night mischief. 

Thousands of homes across the town have been getting involved with the tradition which sees families tell children Santa’s scout elves are sent to be Santa’s eyes and ears and help him manage his naughty or nice list. 

And it seems every year parents are getting more and more creative with the positions children find the Christmas elves in the next morning.

If you're stuck for some inspiration this year, we have out together some of our favourites so far from readers. 

Click the link at the bottom of the story to send in your pictures. 

1. If you've played before, get the month started with an 'I'm back' note from your elf spelt out in marshmallows

Pic from Lee Owen

2. Drawing some cheeky faces on your fruit is always a fave...

Pic from Dreen Ann Bradley

3. Or you could also add some stick on eyes for your entire fruit bowl

Pic from Leanne Bearpark

4. If your elf could be tempted by the dark side, this could be the one for you

Pic from Carla Inman

5. Or if they have finally been caught for causing mischief, how about this

Pic from Cathy Wignell

6. If you think your elf is good with the ladies you might want to try this

Pic from Leanne Bearpark

7. Or if you think he would prefer a night in with the lads playing some cards, how about this

Pic from Kelly Floyd

8. He might be one of those organised elves who likes to arrange sack races in pick 'n' mix bags with his mates

Pic from Jenni Booth

9. Or maybe he spends his time at night getting creative with toilet paper

10. But one thing is for sure, you should never leave him near flour or icing sugar

Pic from Tammy Blythe

11. Or your shower gel