This set of miss you coloring sheets will help express your feelings through coloring so you can let someone know you’re thinking of them.
Free I’ll Miss You Coloring Pages
For this collection, we illustrated coloring pages with quotes about missing friends, family, and partners. We’ve included pictures of cute animals, realistic BFFs, and gorgeous flowers to convey to someone how much you miss them. While we designed many of these pictures to color in for kids, we’ve also included detailed drawings for teens and adults, too. Print some to send to a special friend on their birthday, Valentine’s Day, Friendship Day, or just because.
Missing You Coloring Sheets to Download
Gather your markers, colored pencils, and gel pens to color something thoughtful. Happy coloring!
- Click on the coloring sheet image or text link under the image. 2. The printable file (PDF) will open in a new browser tab. 3. You can download or print to your heart’s content from there!These free printables are for personal, non-commercial use only.
I Miss You Cards to Color
If someone you love lives far away, send them a snail mail surprise of one of these sweet coloring pages. Different Languages: In French, you say “Je te manque” to mean “I miss you,” which translates to “You are missing from me.” This phrase shows how different languages express emotions uniquely. In Spanish, you say “Te extraño,” meaning “I miss you.” Different languages help us understand feelings in various ways. Brain Activity: When you miss someone, your brain releases chemicals like dopamine and serotonin. These chemicals are linked to feelings of happiness and sadness. Missing someone can make you feel happy and sad because they are not there. It’s a powerful way our brain connects us to people we care about. Heart and Mind: Missing someone can make your heart beat faster, and your mind wander. You might daydream about fun times together or imagine what they are doing now. This shows how strong your feelings are and how much you care about that person. Emojis: In texts, people use emojis like 😢 (crying face) or 💔 (broken heart) to show they miss someone without using words. Emojis are a fun and quick way to share feelings, and they help you express emotions when words are hard to find. Postcards: Before texting and emails, people sent postcards to tell others they missed them. Postcards often had beautiful pictures from where they were. This was a special way to stay in touch and show someone you were thinking about them. Memory Boost: Thinking about someone you miss can help you remember details about them better. You might recall their favorite color, laugh, or the last time you saw them. This helps keep your connection strong, even when you are apart.
We’ll Miss You Signs for Coloring
Include these “We’ll Miss You” coloring pages if you’re throwing a goodbye party for a coworker at the office, a teacher going to a different school, or a friend moving away. Comfort Objects: Some people hug stuffed animals or pillows when they miss someone. This can make them feel comforted and less lonely. It’s like having a small piece of that person with you to hug. Dreaming: Sometimes, when you miss someone a lot, you might dream about them. Dreams are your brain’s way of keeping them close while you sleep. They can be comforting and make you feel connected. Looking at Photos: Looking at pictures of someone you miss can make you feel like they are with you. Photos capture special memories and moments. They help keep those memories alive and make you feel closer to that person. Shared Stories: Telling stories about someone you miss can help keep their memory alive. Sharing funny or happy moments with others can make you feel closer to them. It’s a way to celebrate the person and keep their spirit alive.
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More Free Printables to Color
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Craft Ideas to Make With I Miss You Coloring Pages
Missing someone feels a little lighter when you channel your emotions into creativity. So grab those I miss you coloring pages, and let’s turn those feelings into crafty creations that speak from the heart.
1. Travel Tags of Togetherness
Custom luggage labels ensure your loved ones carry a piece of you wherever they go. Print a coloring page with a message of love at 15-20% scale.Color it in and cut out the rectangle. Laminate for durability. Punch a hole at the top and attach a sturdy leather loop to the tag to secure it to the suitcase. (Zip ties work well too!) These tags are an ideal goodbye gift, ensuring your presence is felt on every journey.
2. Friendship Bracelet
Creating beautiful bracelets is a cute way to literally wear your heart on your sleeve. Cut three thin strips from your colored pages, choosing patterns or colors that signify your friendship. Braid these strips together and craft a loop for fastening. Follow this easy paper bracelet video tutorial for step-by-step instructions. These bracelets are a charming accessory for Friendship Day or as a gift to celebrate the bond between friends.
3. Wheel of Wonders
Creating an emotion wheel offers a fun spin on expressing feelings at home or school. Use your favorite coloring pencils or markers to fill in a variety of “miss you” pages. Cut out a large circular piece of cardboard. (Try tracing a large bowl or pan.) Either use a few coloring sheets in their entirety to cover the cardboard cutout, or create a collage using even more of your pretty pictures. Use a marker and ruler to divide the circle into segments and in each (8 works nicely). Write an emotion, memory, or kind message in each segment. Secure a spinner with a pin to the center. Spin the wheel and use it as a conversation starter to help students discuss thoughts and feelings.
4. Light Up Love Lanterns
Lanterns are a cozy way to light up the night with fond memories of quality time shared. Choose printable pictures with detailed patterns and fill in. After coloring, roll each page into a cylinder and secure it with tape. Place an LED candle inside each lantern to bring the warm messages to life.
5. Valentine Vines
Let somebody know how much you miss them this Valentine’s Day with a handmade wreath. Look for free coloring pages with heart designs that symbolize love and affection. Color and cut out heart shapes. Cut out a ring-shaped frame from cardboard and glue the heart cutouts in place. Decorate the wreath further using fallen leaves, twigs, and even dried roses for a more natural look. Attach a string to the top and hang on your front door to let your Valentine know how much you’ve missed them.
6. Tree of Thanks
Crafting a 3D tree sculpture is a reflective way to count the blessings shared with someone you miss. Select coloring sheets with easy outlines and fill with vibrant colors. Cut out leaf shapes. Then, on each leaf, jot down things you’re grateful for or miss about the person. Punch a hole in the top of each leaf and thread a ribbon through. Find a stick that has smaller branches hanging from it and stand it upright in a vase. Hang the colored leaves from the branches for a meaningful centerpiece for Thanksgiving or as a year-round reminder of gratitude.
7. Box of Bygone Times
Engage older kids in crafting by encapsulating memories in a box adorned with their artwork. Choose a small box to hold your special items. Select colored pages that best represent your feelings or shared memories and cut them to size. Glue them to the top and sides of your box. Inside, place mementos, photos, or notes that you’ve collected or created. This time capsule is a touching gift for a long-distance friend or family member, to be opened on a future date when you reunite.
8. Garland of Gratitude
Bespoke bunting is a unique way to string together the reasons you cherish your best friend. Choose printable pages that let your bestie know how much you miss and love them. After coloring, cut the pages into triangle shapes. On each piece, note down all the things you miss about your best friend - their smile, watching movies together, and their wicked sense of humor! String these pieces together using jute to form a garland and hang up on National Best Friend Day gift or as a birthday decoration for your BFF.
9. Caring Coasters
Turning simple colorings into custom coasters is a practical way to keep memories alive with every sip. After coloring, cut the pages into circles. (Try drawing around a large mug or small bowl.) Laminate the mats to protect them. These coasters are a great way to personalize a housewarming gift or to use at home, serving as a daily reminder of loved ones.
10. Stems of Sentiment
Personalize your plant pots with decorative stakes that serve as a reminder of your feelings for someone far away. Color intricate illustrations, cut them out, and then laminate them for durability. Glue each design to a garden stake or wooden stick and gift to a plant-loving friend to brighten up their flower pots.
11. Bookmark Buddies
A personalized page marker can be a small token of companionship for avid readers. Color one of our designs and trim into a rectangle (2 x 6 inches). Laminate for durability. Punch a hole at the top, add a ribbon or tassel, and use it as a personalized gift for a teacher, librarian, or book-loving friend.
