In the quiet hush of Epiphany Eve, a legendary silhouette glides across the moonlit sky, bringing a touch of Italian magic to the holiday season. This collection of La Befana coloring pages captures the charm and mystery of Italy’s beloved Christmas witch in intricate detail. Artists will find scenes rich with narrative potential – from the tattered edges of her heavy, patchwork shawl to the worn, wooden textures of her trusty broomstick.
Each illustration invites colorists to step into a folklore-inspired world where magic feels tangible. Whether the page depicts La Befana sliding down a chimney with a sack full of sweets or soaring high above sleepy, cobblestone villages, these designs offer a vast canvas for creativity. The line work ranges from bold outlines perfect for younger artists to complex patterns that encourage attention to texture and shading. As the colors fill the page, the whimsical expressions on La Befana’s face – crinkled with a smile and eyes full of kindness – seem to come to life, ready to deliver joy to good children everywhere.
Confused witch looking at map
Cute chibi witch on broom
Fast witch zooming on broom
La Befana filling christmas stocking
La Befana flying past moon
La Befana flying with birds
La Befana flying with cat
La Befana holding glowing lantern
La Befana knitting warm shawl
La Befana over Italian village
La Befana portrait with smile
La Befana standing with donkey
La Befana sweeping kitchen floor
La Befana watching three kings
La Befana waving goodbye flying
La Befana with mandala dress
Lump of coal on plate
Magic broom with hanging bag
Old witch with broken shoes
Sooty witch out of fireplace
Vintage style La Befana witch
Witch carrying heavy gift sack
Witch dropping candy from sky
Witch eating cookies and wine
Witch holding coal and candy
Witch leaving gift for child
Witch pointing at bright star
Witch reading naughty nice list
Witch standing on house chimney
Fun Facts About La Befana!
The Epiphany Eve Traveler
Unlike Santa Claus who visits on Christmas Eve, La Befana takes to the skies on the night of January 5th, known as Epiphany Eve. Legend says she flies on her broomstick to visit children all over Italy, marking the end of the holiday season.
Sweet Treats or Dark Coal?
La Befana is known for being a deeply fair judge of character! She fills the stockings of good children with candy and small gifts. However, for those who have been a bit naughty, she leaves a lump of “coal” (which is often actually black rock candy) to remind them to be better next year.
The Endless Search
Folklore tells us that La Befana is constantly searching for the Baby Jesus. Because she missed the opportunity to join the Three Wise Men on their journey, she now stops at every house that has a child, leaving gifts just in case it is the one she has been looking for.
Coloring Tips for Your La Befana Masterpiece
- Texturing the Old Clothes: La Befana is often depicted wearing tattered, heavy clothing. Artists can use cross-hatching or stippling techniques to give her shawl and skirt a rough, woolen texture. Will her dress be a deep, midnight blue or a patchwork of earthy browns and greens?
- Creating a Nighttime Glow: Since she travels by night, playing with light sources can add drama to the artwork. Try using bright yellows or warm oranges for her lantern or the moon, and then gently blend darker purples and blues around them to create a glowing, atmospheric effect against the night sky.
- The Magic Broomstick: Don’t forget the details on her broom! Use different shades of brown and ochre to simulate wood grain on the handle. For the bristles, short, quick strokes with a colored pencil can create a sense of movement and realism, making it look like she is truly zooming through the air.
Download and Keep Exploring!
We hope these artistic renditions of the famous Italian witch inspire a wonderful creative session. Once the final touch of color has been added to La Befana’s journey, the adventure doesn’t have to end. Be sure to download these pages and share the finished masterpieces. For those looking to expand their holiday art collection, consider exploring our Grinch Coloring Pages collection. Happy coloring!
David Chen is the lead illustrator and the artistic talent behind YoloColoring’s unique library. As our chief creator, David is responsible for designing the vast collection of beautiful, engaging, and high-quality coloring pages that our community loves. His passion for art and detail is evident in every single line he draws.
