With pointed ears and fairytale charm, this kid dressed up as an elf adds a touch of magic to the holiday season! An enchanting motif from our costumes collection, perfect to print for free.
Why this coloring page is a holiday favorite
Unlike the crafty little gnome-style elf, this character is an elegant, fairytale figure with pointed ears and a festive outfit. Whether for a Christmas party or an especially original costume, this motif brings a magical fantasy touch to the holiday world.
Brings fantasy magic to the holidays
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
A touch of glitter pen makes the pointed ears extra magical!
🧚 Fun Facts About Elf Costumes
While the crayons glide across the paper, it's the perfect moment for a little story. Elves have long been fairytale creatures from myths and legends — elegant, mysterious, and known for their pointed ears. During the holidays, this fantasy figure gets a festive outfit and becomes a truly special costume.
🎨 Creative Tip: What to Do With the Finished Picture?
Once the costume is colored in, give it as a little fairytale card, or use it as a decoration alongside a real fantasy costume photo! ✂️
🎨 What Colors Suit the Elf Costume?
This fairytale costume calls for elegant, shimmering tones:
For the robe — matches the fairytale elf world
For holiday details on the outfit
For trim and details — boosts the magical look
For the cheeks — gives the face some warmth
💡 Coloring Tip: Shade the pointed ear tips slightly lighter than the rest of the skin — a nice subtle accent.
📅 When Does This Motif Fit Best?
The elf costume is a fairytale eye-catcher — here are our favorite occasions:
A magical costume for an enchanting Christmas evening
A special 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!
Elves have appeared in myths and legends for centuries
An elf's most iconic feature
Elves are often portrayed as graceful and magical
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 robe.
How is this different from the gnome-elf costume?
While the gnome-elf has a rounder, crafty look, this elf is an elegant fantasy figure with pointed ears.
Is there a German version?
Yes, you can find this motif in German as "Kind verkleidet als Elf" in our German gallery.