Free collage paper butterflies

Free Mixed Media Printable | Butterfly Dreams


This free mixed media printable is for you if you’ are’re looking for a fresh addition to your art journal, junk journal, or collage project. I’m excited to share a new free printable that’s all about color, nature, and whimsy. This butterfly-inspired piece brings layers of texture, delicate floral branches, and a vibrant butterfly in warm shades. It is perfect for anyone who loves the beauty of nature mixed with an abstract, expressive style.

The free mixed media printable “Butterfly Dreams” combines warm reds, yellows, and greens. It also has an overlay of abstract textures and organic patterns sure to impress. You’ll notice the butterfly wings subtly blending into the background, creating a dreamlike effect. Layers of branches and foliage add a natural, textured look that will make your pages pop.


Ideas How to Use Mixed Media Printable

Here are a few ideas for how you can use this free mixed media printable, “Butterfly Dreams”:

  • Art Journaling: Use it as a background layer to add depth and interest, or cut out sections to build a theme around nature and transformation.
  • Junk Journals: The butterfly symbolizes growth and change. This makes it perfect for pages that tell a story of personal journey or metamorphosis.
  • Collage Art: Tear or cut out different sections of the paper to layer over other images or textures, creating a multidimensional effect.
  • Mixed Media Projects: Experiment with paints, inks, or markers to blend this design with your own marks and layers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The free printable collage papers are easy to download
Click on the download button, a new window will open, the PDF file with the high resolution artwork is ready for you to print. {PDF is formatted to print on 8.5″X11″ paper}

Mixed media collage papers are a great way to get started as a newbie!    Everyone started their creative journey somewhere! Be kind to yourself and practice.  Remember mistakes are good, it means you're growing.  Have compassion and trust yourself.  The key is in the process not the end result (albeit inspiring if we like the final piece).  Relish in the journey!

I encourage you to work with the supplies you have and be flexible to adapt to your own needs.  There is nothing better than experimenting with different materials!  Some of the basics are: good quality paper, mod podge or gel medium, and either watercolor or acrylic paint, Caran D'ache watercolor wax pastels, and a mix-sized bunch of brushes.

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