Big light bulbs arching over the door make this elf door with fairy lights coloring page feel festive. Every bulb is waiting for its own color.
Why it's worth coloring
The light chain is a coloring game in itself. Kids decide whether colors alternate, form patterns, or go wild. The doormat can get a pattern or a word. It suits kids who like repeating shapes and filling rows.
Each bulb is its own color field.
Alternating or wild, your child decides.
With stripes, stars, or a word.
A darker frame makes the lights glow.
🖨️ How to Print Perfectly
Click “Print Now” and set your printer to black & white to save ink.
Use thicker paper (28–32 lb) with markers so nothing bleeds through.
A bright spot with all the crayons within reach – and elf season can begin.
Color the bulbs in a red-yellow-green-blue pattern and ask your child which color comes next.
A surprise for the elf
Tape the colored page next to the elf door with washi tape. The elf gets a little gallery that grows all through December.
Colors for your page
Classic or wild, these combos look great on paper.
Red, yellow, green, blue in turn.
All bulbs in yellow and orange like real LEDs.
Purple door and background, lights glowing in front.
Classic and festive: bulbs only in red and green.
💡 Coloring Technique Tip: Wax crayons cover large areas fast, fine liners trace the lines. If you use watercolors, print on heavier paper.
When to print it
Quick to print, long to enjoy.
Something quiet when it's too wet to play outside.
A cozy wind-down before teeth brushing and before the elf gets busy.
A page kids and grandparents can color side by side.
One printout per child for the art corner, a quiet hour, or the holiday party.
✂️ Craft Idea for the Finished Picture
Collect all your colored elf pages in a folder or punch them into a little booklet. Your child draws the cover, and next December you add more.
Goes Well With
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Completely Free: Every elf printable with no sign-up, no newsletter, no subscription.
- Made for Coloring: Clear black lines – kids color everything themselves.
- Your Elf, Your Name: There is always space to write in your own elf's name.
- Everything in One Place: Prank ideas, papercraft props, printable sets, letters and guides all fit together.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Should I use real lights at the elf door?
Use only battery-operated LED lights that stay cool, ideally with a timer. The coloring page is the safe option for kids.
Can I print this for preschool or my classroom?
Yes. For your family, daycare, or school, print as many copies as you need.
Can I put the page by the elf door?
Yes. Leave the colored page by the door in the evening or lean it against the baseboard. Elves love mail and drawings.
How long does coloring take?
Usually 20 to 45 minutes, depending on age. You can also color in two sessions and set it aside in between.
Is the download free?
Yes, every printable on PureSketchy is 100% free for personal use, preschools and schools – no sign-up needed.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Wichteltür mit Lichterkette.