There is no specific consequence for when paper touches an Elf on the Shelf. However, it may be a good idea to keep paper away from the elf to maintain the magic and mystery surrounding its movements and activities during the holiday season.
Dog's do not count and the elf will not lose their magic!
Yes
Yes, you can touch Elf on the Shelf with paper. The rules typically state that the magic of the Elf on the Shelf only disappears if the elf is touched by human hands. Using paper to touch the elf would not break this rule.
No, adults are not supposed to touch Elf on the Shelf. The rules of the Elf on the Shelf tradition state that only children can touch or interact directly with the elf. If an adult touches the elf, it may lose its magic.
it loses its "magic"
No, the elf on the shelf does not "die" if your mom touches it. The tradition states that the elf loses its magical ability to fly back to the North Pole and report to Santa for the day if touched, but it doesn't physically harm the elf.
hopefully it keeps its magic
It will lose its magic and wont be able to fly to Santa
No The Elf On The Shelf does not die. Elf's are a special creature. As soon as Santa brings that elf into his workshop, the elf gets it's magic. The Elf On The Shelf is one of those elves. He will never die in you life.
You can't "get" an elf snowflake for the Elf on the Shelf as it is a fictional character and item. The Elf on the Shelf tradition involves placing the elf in different spots around the house and telling children that the elf reports back to Santa about their behavior.
Once you touch the elf on the shelf, it loses its "magic" powers that allow it to fly to the North Pole each night. It is said that if you touch the elf, it may not move or come alive anymore.
The Elf on the Shelf is a fun holiday tradition where the elf is believed to lose its magic if touched, so picking it up with tongs would in essence be considered touching it. This action may disrupt the magic of the tradition for children who believe in the magic of the elf.