If you’re currently living in a house where “mermaid” is basically a personality trait, I feel you.
My niece went through a phase where she wouldn’t color anything unless it had a tail. I’m talking mermaid backpacks, mermaid glitter, the whole deal. So naturally, I had to make a fresh batch of mermaid coloring pages just to keep up (and buy myself 30 minutes of silence).
Here are 14 mermaid coloring sheets that range from “super cute and easy” to “hey, this one actually looks realistic.”
I tried to mix it up so you have options. You’ll find a Purr-maid (kitty mermaid, which is honestly my masterpiece), a classic princess style, a fairy-mermaid hybrid with wings, and a sweet mermaid family.
Most of these have nice thick lines, so they’re perfect for preschoolers or kids who are still mastering that whole “stay inside the lines” concept. But I did include a realistic sketch at the bottom for older kids who want a bit more detail.
Click any image to grab the PDF.
Quick tip: The simpler ones like the baby mermaid are perfect for glitter glue if you’re feeling brave. Just… maybe put a newspaper down first. Learned that one the hard way.
3 Creative Ways To Use Mermaid Coloring Pages Beyond Just Coloring
DIY Pencil Toppers
After coloring, cut the mermaids out and tape them to the top of pencils or drinking straws. Now you’ve got instant puppets for a show, which usually buys you another twenty minutes of quiet time.
Window Aquarium
Cut out the finished designs and tape them directly to a sunny window or glass door. It creates a cool “under the sea” vibe for the room without the mess of actual window paint (you’re welcome).
Instant Greeting Cards
Print these at 50% scale (or “2 per page” in your printer settings) and fold them in half. It saves you five bucks on a store-bought card, and honestly, Grandma is going to love this way more.
