A tiny tree and lots of ornaments: this elf decorating a Christmas tree coloring page shows an elf hard at work on a chair.
Why kids love this picture
Baubles, stars, and lights: your child decorates the tree with color. The elf stands on a chair because the tree is so tiny. It fits tree-decorating time at home and makes you want to trim your own.
Green with many spots for ornaments.
Round, bright, and sparkly.
Gold and silver for the top.
Helps the elf reach up.
🖨️ 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 each bauble a different color and top it with a big golden star.
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.
Several greens for depth.
Baubles in red, gold, and silver.
Yellow star with orange edge.
Tree with white and blue baubles.
💡 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.
Color a little each day, or one new page every Advent Sunday.
A calm break on gray days when December drags.
Colored in and given to grandparents or friends.
Rolled up with a pencil case for the car, the train, or a waiting room.
✂️ 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
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- Made for Coloring: Clear black lines – kids color everything themselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use real mini ornaments for the elf?
Yes, small plastic or felt baubles work. For children under 3, watch out for small parts and supervise play.
Which pencils or markers work best?
Colored pencils for details and markers for big areas. If you use watercolors, print on heavier paper, at least 65 lb cardstock.
Does the elf have a name?
No. The picture deliberately shows no fixed name. Every family chooses their own, and your child can write it on the page later.
What paper should I print on?
Regular printer paper is fine. For watercolors or hanging it up, use cardstock. Print at 100 % so nothing gets cut off.
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-Weihnachtsbaum.