My Little Pony Coloring Pages (Free PDF Printables)
Have you ever watched your child’s face light up when they finish coloring their favorite pony? What if I told you those My Little Pony coloring pages could become something even more magical than just refrigerator art?
After spending countless afternoons crafting with my own kids and their friends, I’ve discovered 15 brilliant ways to transform simple My Little Pony coloring pages into treasured keepsakes, party decorations, and imaginative playtime accessories. These aren’t just crafts—they’re memory-makers that extend the joy of coloring long after the crayons are put away.
Whether you’re planning a Rainbow Dash birthday party, need rainy-day activities, or want to make the most of those free PDF printables, this guide will walk you through creative projects ranging from wearable pony masks to personalized jewelry. Best of all? Most require materials you already have at home. For fans who especially love magical creatures, our collection of unicorn coloring pages offers similar enchantment with mystical designs that pair perfectly with these pony crafts.
What You’ll Discover
- ✨ Wearable pony crafts (masks, jewelry, temporary tattoos)
- ✨ Decorative projects (party decor, bookmarks, greeting cards)
- ✨ Interactive toys (paper dolls, memory games)
- ✨ Keepsake ideas (memory boxes, mini storybooks)
- ✨ Budget-friendly alternatives to store-bought toys
Wearable Pony Masks for Imaginative Play
Transform your child into Twilight Sparkle or Fluttershy with these easy-to-make character masks. This project works wonderfully for dress-up play, costume parties, or everyday imaginative adventures through Equestria.
What You’ll Need:
- My Little Pony coloring pages with forward-facing ponies
- Cardstock or heavy paper
- Ribbons or elastic string
- Hole punch
- Colored yarn (optional, for manes)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Select coloring pages featuring ponies facing directly forward
- Resize and crop the pony face to fill an entire page
- Let kids color their chosen character with vibrant markers or crayons
- Cut out the mask shape and carefully cut eye holes
- Punch holes on both sides at ear level
- Thread the ribbon through and tie to fit your child’s head
- Add yarn pieces at the top for a flowing mane effect
Pro tip: Laminate masks before cutting for extra durability during active play sessions.
3D Curling Ribbon Mane Ponies
Bring flat coloring pages to life by adding dimensional, cascading manes and tails made from colorful curling ribbon. This craft teaches fine motor skills while creating stunning decorative pieces.
Choose your child’s favorite characters—whether that’s Rainbow Dash with her signature rainbow mane or Rarity with elegant purple locks. The curled ribbon adds texture and movement that makes each pony truly unique.
Crafting Process:
After coloring and cutting out your pony, carefully trim away any printed mane or tail. Punch strategic holes: near the forelock area, behind the ears, along the neck, and at the tail base. Thread curling ribbon pieces through each hole and tie securely. For younger children, wind ribbon around a pencil and hold for several seconds to create curls. Older kids can use scissors to curl the ribbon traditionally.
Custom Pony Jewelry Using Shrink Film
Create wearable art your kids will treasure! Shrink film technology lets you transform full-sized coloring pages into miniature charms perfect for necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and keychains.
Materials Required:
- Shrink film sheets (printable variety)
- Jewelry findings (jump rings, chains, earring hooks)
- Colored pencils or permanent markers
- Small hole punch
- Baking sheet and oven
Print your selected My Little Pony images directly onto shrink sheets. Color them vibrantly—remember that colors intensify when the plastic shrinks. Before baking, punch holes where you’ll attach jewelry hardware. Follow your shrink film’s specific temperature instructions, and watch through the oven window as your ponies magically shrink to about one-third their original size!
Budget-Friendly Paper Doll Ponies
Not sure if your child will love My Little Pony toys enough to justify the expense? Test the waters with homemade paper dolls that cost practically nothing but provide hours of imaginative play.
This project creates sturdy, double-sided paper ponies that stand up to playtime. Color and cut out your favorite characters, trace them onto cardstock for reinforcement, and glue the pieces together. For stand-up dolls, attach popsicle sticks or folded cardstock bases. Kids can create entire herds of ponies, stage adventures, and discover which characters they love most—all before you invest in plastic toys.
Temporary Pony Tattoos Kids Adore
Turn coloring pages into safe, temporary tattoos using special printable tattoo paper. This craft is perfect for birthday parties, summer camps, or just adding extra magic to an ordinary day.
Purchase printable tattoo paper (brands like Silhouette work wonderfully), then digitally color your pony images using basic paint software, or print them first and color by hand. Print onto the tattoo paper following the package directions, cut out individual designs, and apply with water just like store-bought tattoos. Children love choosing where their favorite ponies will temporarily “live” on their arms, hands, or legs.
Personalized Book Covers
Give old notebooks, journals, or worn-out book covers a magical makeover with My Little Pony designs. This practical craft combines creativity with organization.
Using word processing software, arrange one or two pony images in landscape orientation to fit a book’s dimensions. Color the images beautifully, then print on durable paper or cardstock. Wrap and tape the cover around your book, or laminate it first for extra protection. This works exceptionally well for school notebooks, diaries, and sketchbooks that could use some personality.
Decorative Monthly Calendars
Help kids track essential dates, chores, or countdowns with handmade My Little Pony calendars. This functional craft teaches time management while brightening bedroom walls.
Have children select their favorite pony images for each month—maybe Pinkie Pie for birthdays or Applejack for harvest season. After coloring, create or print calendar grids below each image. Punch holes at the top and bottom, bind the pages with colorful ribbon or yarn, and add a hanging loop. Kids gain ownership over their schedules while practicing organizational skills.
Miniature Pony Keychains
Similar to the jewelry project, shrink film keychains let kids carry their favorite characters everywhere—on backpacks, lunchboxes, zipper pulls, or actual keys for older children.
The process mirrors the jewelry technique: print on shrink sheets, color with permanent markers, cut out, punch attachment holes, and bake according to instructions. Once cooled, attach keychain hardware using pliers for security. These make excellent party favors or gifts for fellow My Little Pony enthusiasts. The miniature size makes them collectible, and kids love trading designs with friends.
Whimsical Pony Bookmarks
Encourage reading habits with adorable DIY bookmarks featuring Twilight Sparkle (the book-loving pony herself!) or any favorite character. These take just minutes to create but last through many bedtime stories.
Creative Assembly Ideas:
Resize pony images to bookmark proportions, color them vibrantly, and cut them out. Mount onto construction paper strips (approximately 3 inches by 6-8 inches) for stability. For extra charm, cut off the printed tails and position pony bodies at the paper’s edge. Punch a hole at that edge and thread colorful yarn through to create flowing “tails” that dangle from books. Laminate for durability if desired.
My Little Pony Mini Storybooks
Foster creativity and writing skills by having children author their own My Little Pony adventures. This literacy-building craft works wonderfully for fans of any series iteration—from classic 1980s ponies to the modern Friendship is Magic generation.
Kids choose several coloring pages, color them as story illustrations, then write accompanying text in the white spaces or on separate pages. Stories can narrate what’s happening in each image or develop entirely original plots. Add a decorated construction paper cover, punch holes along the spine, and bind with ribbon or yarn. These become treasured keepsakes that showcase both artistic and storytelling development.
Sparkly Glitter Pony Art
Elevate standard coloring into dazzling mixed-media artwork using glitter glue, loose glitter with adhesive, or glittery dimensional paint. The results are frame-worthy pieces that catch light beautifully.
Mess-Free Tips:
- Cover work surfaces with vinyl tablecloths or drop cloths
- Dress children in old clothes or art smocks
- For loose glitter: apply glue first, sprinkle glitter second
- Let artwork dry completely flat before moving (at least 24 hours)
- Consider doing this craft outdoors for easier cleanup
Glittery ponies make stunning wall decorations, especially when matted and framed. The sparkle adds dimension and visual interest that standard crayon coloring cannot achieve.
Decorated Memory Keepsake Boxes
Perfect for birthday party activities! Provide small wooden or cardboard boxes (available at craft stores) and let each child create a personalized treasure chest for storing special mementos.
Kids color their chosen pony images, cut out desired elements, and decoupage them onto box surfaces using Mod Podge or similar adhesive sealant. Designs can cover just the lid or wrap around all sides. Once dry, these boxes store everything from friendship bracelets to collected treasures. The personalized decoration makes the organization more appealing to young children. These memory boxes can store more than treasures—fill them with party favors like handmade treats! For more food-themed craft inspiration, explore our ice cream coloring pages featuring sweet designs kids adore.
DIY Memory Matching Game
This educational craft requires patience but rewards with countless hours of screen-free entertainment. Homemade memory games also make thoughtful gifts for younger siblings or cousins.
Shrink pony images to approximately 3×2 inches and arrange two of each character on a document. Print, then have children color matching pairs identically (this is important for gameplay!). Mount the printed sheet onto cardstock backing for rigidity, then cut out individual rectangles. You’ll need at least 12 pairs (24 cards) for a good game. Store in a decorated envelope or small box. This project doubles as a rainy afternoon activity and cognitive skill practice.
Budget-Friendly Party Decorations
Hosting a My Little Pony birthday celebration on a tight budget? Free printable coloring pages can transform into professional-looking decorations when used creatively.
Decoration Ideas:
- Place Settings: Full-page colored ponies at each seat
- Wall Posters: Enlarge images for backdrop decorations
- Bunting Banners: String together cut-out ponies with ribbon
- Table Centerpieces: Stand-up ponies in vases or jars
- Food Labels: Attach small pony cut-outs to toothpicks for markers
- Gift Bag Decorations: Glue characters onto plain favor bags
- Hanging Mobiles: Suspend ponies at varying heights
Pre-colored pages can be divided among party guests as arrival activities, keeping children engaged while you finish party preparations.
Heartfelt Greeting Cards
Teach children the joy of sending handmade cards for birthdays, thank-yous, or “just because” messages to grandparents, friends, and family members.
The folding technique is simple but effective: copy your chosen pony image onto a document and position it in the upper-left corner—upside down. This seems counterintuitive, but when you fold the page in half horizontally and then vertically, the image appears right-side-up on the front cover! Color the design before or after folding, write a personal message inside, and you’ve created a one-of-a-kind greeting card that recipients will treasure far more than store-bought options.
Expert Tips for Craft Success
Paper Quality Matters
For projects requiring cutting and handling, print on 32lb or cardstock-weight paper. Standard printer paper works fine for single-use crafts but won’t withstand repeated play.
Color Before Cutting
With few exceptions, always color images before cutting them out. Larger surfaces are easier for children to color within the lines, resulting in neater finished products.
Lamination is Your Friend
A basic home laminator (or even contact paper) extends craft longevity dramatically—laminate masks, bookmarks, memory game cards, and any item that will see frequent handling.
Age-Appropriate Supervision
Many crafts involve scissors, hole punches, or ovens. Always supervise young children appropriately, and handle potentially dangerous steps yourself for preschoolers. While ponies capture magical fantasy, children also love real-world animals—explore our farm coloring pages for complementary crafts featuring horses, barn scenes, and countryside adventures that teach about real pony relatives.
Bringing Magic to Life
These 15 craft ideas prove that My Little Pony coloring sheets offer far more value than a simple afternoon activity. By transforming free printables into wearable accessories, functional items, and creative toys, you’re not just saving money—you’re creating memories.
I’ve watched my own children return to these crafts again and again, each time discovering new possibilities. The paper pony dolls that started as a cost-saving measure became beloved characters in elaborate storylines. The birthday party decorations we made together became conversation pieces that guests still mention years later.
The beauty of these projects lies in their flexibility. Start simple with bookmarks or greeting cards if you’re new to crafting with kids. Graduate to more complex projects like shrink film jewelry or memory games as confidence grows. Mix and match techniques, combine multiple crafts into themed gift baskets, or let children’s imaginations guide entirely new creations.
Most importantly, these crafts create opportunities for quality time together. In our screen-dominated world, sitting side-by-side coloring ponies and cutting ribbons offers something precious: focused connection, shared creativity, and the simple joy of making something beautiful with our own hands. My Little Pony’s core message celebrates friendship and togetherness—extend these values with our friends coloring pages, featuring heartwarming designs that teach social-emotional skills through creative play.
