32 Free Christmas Bookmarks to Color
These free Christmas bookmarks to color are a sweet little way to bring some festive fun to your reading time. With 32 designs across eight printable sheets, there are plenty of Santas, gingerbread treats, cheerful snowmen and Christmas favourites to choose from. Just grab the coloring pencils, pick a page and settle in for a cosy Christmas craft.
My favourite Christmas book is How the Grinch Stole Christmas! by Dr. Seuss. I love the cheeky humor and that sweet reminder that Christmas is about more than presents. These printable bookmarks would make a lovely little activity to enjoy alongside the story—although I think the Grinch would insist on coloring his entirely green!
I’ve made these bookmarks with bold outlines and lots of space for coloring, so you can keep things simple or add all the stripes, spots and rainbow colours your heart desires. They’re lovely for a quiet afternoon at home, a classroom reading activity or a little handmade gift to pop inside a Christmas card.
Choose Your Free Printable Christmas Bookmarks
Each sheet includes four bookmarks, with dashed cutting guides around the outside. Choose a favourite set below, or print a few different sheets so everyone can find a design they love.
Sweet Christmas Gingerbread and Candy Cane Bookmarks
Gingerbread, candy canes and a little candy-covered house make this sheet feel like a visit to a Christmas sweet shop. The bookmarks include “Sweet Christmas,” “Merry & Bright,” “Merry Merry” and “Christmas Cheer” in chunky letters that can be colored too.
I love the idea of giving the gingerbread house pink icing and a rainbow of sweets. There’s absolutely no rule saying Christmas has to be red and green!
Christmas Bells, Bow, Angel and Candle Bookmarks
This set has a lovely traditional Christmas feel, with stacked bells, a big ribbon bow, a smiling angel and a candle finished with holly and a bow.
These would make thoughtful little additions to a Christmas card for grandparents or teachers. Children could write a short message on the back before giving them away—those slightly wobbly handwritten notes are often the best part.
Christmas Stocking, Reindeer, Santa and Bauble Bookmarks
A starry stocking, a friendly reindeer, Santa peeking out of a chimney and a stack of patterned baubles fill this cheerful sheet. The festive messages include “Merry Christmas,” “Oh Deer!,” “Santa’s Coming!” and “Merry & Bright.”
The baubles are especially fun for anyone who likes choosing a different colour for every section. Match them to your Christmas tree decorations, or design a completely new colour scheme.
Gingerbread, Penguin, Poinsettia and Chimney Bookmarks
Three happy gingerbread characters, a penguin holding a present, big poinsettia flowers and Santa’s boots sticking out of a chimney give this set plenty of personality.
The upside-down Santa makes me smile. You can almost imagine the conversation happening inside that chimney! Pair this sheet with a funny Christmas story for a little coloring-and-reading afternoon.
North Pole, Elf, Santa and Present Bookmarks
Follow the North Pole sign, switch on “Elf Mode,” say “Ho Ho Ho!” with Santa or color a beautifully wrapped Christmas present. This sheet has a playful mix of big lettering and festive characters.
The long stripy elf legs are a fun place to try alternating colours, and the present bookmark would look lovely tucked inside a book you’re giving as a gift.
Reindeer, Christmas Lights, Candy Canes and Pudding Bookmarks
This sheet is full of repeating Christmas patterns: smiling reindeer faces, a string of lights, swirly sweets and candy canes, and Christmas puddings topped with holly.
Try coloring the lights in a repeating pattern, or give every single bulb its own colour. These are lovely designs to work on while chatting around the table, with no need to rush to the finish.
Santa Suit, Stocking, Nutcracker and Snowman Bookmarks
Santa’s fluffy-trimmed coat, a Christmas stocking, a smart nutcracker and a cosy snowman make up this festive collection.
I like that there’s a different character or style for everyone here. The nutcracker has a few extra details to enjoy, while the stocking offers bigger spaces for little hands to fill.
Santa Hats, Christmas Trees, Presents and Snowmen Bookmarks
Rows of floppy Santa hats, decorated Christmas trees, ribbon-topped gifts and cheerful snowmen fill these four bookmarks.
This is a lovely sheet for experimenting with colour combinations. Try pastel presents, trees with rainbow decorations or snowmen wearing scarves in your favourite colours. A whole family of differently dressed snowmen would be very cute!
More festive coloring fun
A Little More Christmas Magic?
There are plenty more festive pages waiting for your crayons! Pop over to my full collection of free Christmas coloring pages and find something sweet for your next cozy afternoon, classroom craft or family coloring night.
Free printable PDFs. No sign-up. Just print and color!
Two Easy Christmas Bookmark Craft Ideas
Make a Book-and-Bookmark Gift
Let your child choose a bookmark to color for someone special, then write a little note on the back. Tuck it inside a book and wrap the two together for a thoughtful Christmas present.
It doesn’t need to be an expensive book. A carefully chosen second-hand story with a handmade bookmark can feel every bit as special.
Add a Ribbon or Wool Tassel
Once the bookmark is colored, glue it onto thin card if it needs a little extra strength. Punch a hole near the top, leaving enough space around the edge, and thread through a short piece of ribbon or wool.
Children can choose a ribbon to match their design or mix up the colours for something wonderfully bright. Help younger children with the cutting and hole punching.
Winter is my favorite time to read. There’s something so lovely about getting cozy under a blanket with a good book while it’s chilly outside, especially with the Christmas tree lights twinkling nearby. I hope these free Christmas bookmarks to color for kids and adults bring a little of that cozy feeling to your family’s reading time, too.
Whether your kids make one for their favorite story or color a few to give to people they love, I hope you enjoy a happy little afternoon creating together. They don’t need to be perfectly colored to be special—those wonderfully wonky, colorful creations are often the ones we treasure most.
Christmas Bookmarks to Color: FAQs
Ready for a little festive coloring? Here are a few handy tips for printing, decorating and enjoying your Christmas bookmarks.
How do I print the Christmas bookmarks?
Open your chosen PDF using its download link, then print directly from the PDF for the clearest results. Choose your paper size, such as US Letter or A4, and check the print preview. Select “Fit to page” if any edges look cut off.
How many bookmark designs are included?
There are 32 free Christmas bookmarks to color across eight printable sheets, with four bookmarks on each page. Pick your favorite set or mix and match so everyone has something they love!
Should I print on paper or cardstock?
Regular printer paper works well for a quick afternoon craft. For a sturdier bookmark, use cardstock that your printer can handle. You can also print on paper and glue the colored design onto thin card before cutting it out.
What should we use to color the bookmarks?
Crayons and colored pencils are lovely for these designs. Markers work too; just put a spare sheet of paper underneath to protect your table. Stick to classic Christmas colors or let the kids create rainbow trees and pink Santa hats!
Are these bookmarks suitable for younger kids?
Yes! The bold outlines and larger shapes give little hands room to color, while older kids can enjoy adding patterns and extra details. Younger children may need a grown-up to help cut around the dashed guides.
Can I laminate the finished bookmarks?
Absolutely. Color and cut out the bookmarks first, then laminate them and trim around each one, leaving a small sealed edge. A grown-up should handle the laminator. This helps keep those lovely creations ready for plenty of reading!
How can we turn them into little Christmas gifts?
Have your child color a bookmark and write a little message on the back. Tuck it inside a Christmas card or pair it with a book for a thoughtful homemade gift. A short ribbon threaded through a hole at the top makes a sweet finishing touch.
Do I need to sign up to download them?
No sign-up needed! These Christmas bookmarks are free to download, so you can choose your favorite sheet and get straight to the coloring.
A cozy little idea: Set out a few bookmark sheets and a pot of colored pencils before Christmas story time. Everyone can make a special bookmark for their next festive read.
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