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9. Michelle Ann Donohoe
This naughty elf has stolen school shoes and filled them with breakfast food. From Michelle Ann Donohoe. Photo: Michelle Ann Donohoe
10. Bekki Ashford-Bell
A relaxing bath of marshmallows - from Bekki Ashford-Bell. Photo: Bekki Ashford-Bell
11. Kerry-Marie Hickling
The elves are back! From Kerry-Marie Hickling. Photo: Kerry-Marie Hickling
12. Nicola Marsh
The bath is filled with chocolate! From Nicola Marsh. Photo: Nicola Marsh