With a pointed hat and a cheeky grin, this kid dressed up as an elf brings loads of Christmas fun! A playful motif from our costumes collection, perfect to print for free.
Why this coloring page is a holiday favorite
Whether for a Christmas party, a school play, or just a fun costume at home, a kid dressed as a little elf with a pointed hat and belt is an instant crowd-pleaser. This motif pairs beautifully with our already popular elves and gnomes collection.
A perfect match for our elves and gnomes collection
Great for costume parties and Christmas events
Easy to handle, even for younger kids
Simple layout with a few large areas to fill in
🖨️ Step-by-Step: How to Print It Best
Click "Print Now" and set your printer to black & white — it saves ink!
Use thicker paper (100–120g/m²) with felt-tip pens so the color doesn't bleed through
A calm spot with good light helps get the costume just right
Afterward, hang it next to the real elf designs from our collection!
🧝 Fun Facts About Elf Costumes
While the crayons glide across the paper, it's the perfect moment for a little story. Elves are among the most hard-working helpers of the season — building toys, sorting mail, and celebrating together once the work is done. No wonder so many kids love turning into a little elf, with a pointed hat and a mischievous grin.
🎨 Creative Tip: What to Do With the Finished Picture?
Once the costume is colored in, use it as a fun little award for a costume party, or hang it next to the other elf designs from our collection! ✂️
🎨 What Colors Suit the Elf Costume?
This playful costume calls for bold, cheerful colors:
For the hat or jacket — the classic elf color
A great alternative for the hat or details
The classic finishing touch on the pointed hat
For the cheeks — gives that cheeky grin
💡 Coloring Tip: Color the hat and outfit in slightly different shades of green — it looks livelier than a single flat color.
📅 When Does This Motif Fit Best?
The elf costume is a playful classic — here are our favorite occasions:
A playful costume for a fun Christmas evening
A great motif for a costume party at school or preschool
Free to print in any quantity you need
A lovely companion to a real costume photo
🧝 Fun Facts About Elves
While your kid colors, here are a few facts you can share — kids love elf stories!
In many stories, elves help Santa build toys
The pointed hat is an elf's most recognizable feature
Elves are known for being cheeky, playful, and up for a prank
This motif adds to our new costumes collection
🎭 Explore Our Christmas Costumes Collection!
This motif is part of our new costumes series — here are more popular Christmas motifs from our collection:
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page suitable for?
With its clear, large areas, this motif works especially well for preschool and kindergarten-aged kids.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
Which coloring tools work best?
Crayons work great for the large areas of the hat and outfit.
Does this design match the other elf pictures?
Yes! It pairs beautifully with our full Elves & Gnomes collection of 25 more designs.
Is there a German version?
Yes, you can find this motif in German as "Kind verkleidet als Wichtel" in our German gallery.