Who can stay up until midnight? On this grandfather clock coloring page, two boys in pajamas look up at a tall pendulum clock with excitement. All the patterns make it a detailed New Year's Eve coloring page for older kids – free to print.
Why pattern lovers will enjoy it
The older boy wears pajamas with flowers and wavy lines, the younger one has circles and arches – every pattern can be colored section by section. The clock has a round face with tick marks, flower swirls below it, a visible pendulum and a base with stars and a Greek key border. Calm areas like the faces and the clock dial give the eyes a break. It's a page you can sink into for a long time.
🖨️ Step by Step: How to Print It Best
Click “Print” on the right, or download the image or PDF.
Letter or A4 in portrait, scaling set to “Fit to page” – the picture fits the sheet perfectly.
Regular printer paper is fine for colored pencils; for paint, use thicker paper (65–110 lb).
Grab your crayons and go – then give the finished picture a spot on the fridge!
How does a grandfather clock work?
Inside a grandfather clock, a long pendulum swings back and forth at a steady pace. Every swing takes the same amount of time, and a set of gears counts the swings to move the hands. Many tall clocks also have a chime that strikes on the hour – twelve times at midnight. In Spain, people eat one grape for each of the twelve strokes. Finishing all twelve is said to bring a lucky year.
Ideas with this picture
Try the grape tradition yourself: count twelve strokes together and eat a piece of fruit on each one. Afterward, hang the finished page on the bedroom door as a memory of your New Year's Eve.
Color ideas for clock and pajamas
Wood, patterns and clothes can all look different.
Browns and reddish browns make the clock look old and elegant.
Yellow with a touch of orange makes the pendulum shine.
Dark blue with light patterns fits bedtime perfectly.
Let the flowers on the bigger pajamas really pop.
When to use this coloring page
Great for quiet, focused moments.
Perfect for older kids who want to make it to midnight.
Each child colors one of the two boys.
A challenging page for the last week of the year.
A nice start for talking about customs abroad.
Grandfather clock facts
Little facts about pendulums and chimes.
The pendulum always swings at the same pace.
At midnight the chime strikes twelve times.
One grape for every stroke of midnight.
In Germany it's called a “Standuhr” – a standing clock.
More midnight pictures
The Countdown to Midnight group also has a clock tower with fireworks and a tear-off calendar.
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Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Lots of patterns: Flowers, waves and circles build patience.
- Focus time: The details invite calm coloring.
- Learn traditions: The clock leads to Spain's grape custom.
- Sibling scene: Two kids waiting together.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
This page suits kids about 9 and up – the pajamas and the clock are full of small patterns.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
What should we color it with?
Sharp colored pencils or fine-tip markers work best for the pattern sections.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Standuhr mit Kindern.