Sorting elf mail: this elf sorting mail coloring page shows a shelf with slots and an elf in the middle of a pile of letters.
Why kids love this picture
Lots of little slots, lots of letters: a picture for kids who like order. Every slot can be a different color and your child can think about who gets which letter. It's a nice excuse to think about holiday greetings.
Every slot gets its own color.
With hearts, seals, and stamps.
Try grain and wood tones.
With a focused look and pointy cap.
🖨️ 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.
Write names of family and friends on the slots and let your child draw letters to match.
Use it with your elf tradition
Let your child color the page and leave it by the elf door in the evening. In the morning, add a tiny thank-you note from the elf next to it.
Color ideas
There's no right or wrong. Elves like every color. These ideas help you get started.
Each slot in a different blue.
Letters in all colors, slots in brown.
Shelf in three browns with dark seams.
Green and red letters, gold seals.
💡 Coloring Technique Tip: Start with light colors and finish with darker ones so nothing smudges. Colored pencils work for small spaces, markers for big areas.
When to use this page
This page works in lots of situations.
Colored in and given to grandparents or friends.
Rolled up with a pencil case for the car, the train, or a waiting room.
Color a little each day, or one new page every Advent Sunday.
A calm break on gray days when December drags.
✂️ Craft Idea for the Finished Picture
Cut out the colored page with a border and glue it onto colored cardstock. Punch a hole at the top, add string, and you have an ornament for the tree or window.
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)
Can I use it for an elf letter day?
Yes. Print it while you prepare the elf mail. Your child colors it while you fold the letters for the next few days.
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.
How do I hang the finished page?
Use washi tape or regular tape on a window or wall. On painted walls, choose low-tack tape.
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 Wichtel sortiert die Post.