Free Vintage Art Supply Printables + What Are Collage Sheets and How to Use Them
What Are Collage Sheets and How Do You Use Them? + Free Vintage Art Supply Printables
A collage sheet is a single page filled with multiple themed images, such as vintage illustrations or patterns, designed for cutting and pasting into creative projects such as junk journals, scrapbooks, and mixed media art. They save time by providing ready-to-use decorative elements in one printable sheet.
In this article, you’ll learn:
The definition of a collage sheet and why crafters love them.
Creative ways to use collage sheets in junk journals, scrapbooks, and mixed media.
Tips for printing and cutting vintage collage sheets.
How to download my free printable vintage art supply collage sheets.
Where to find more free collage sheet downloads on The Art Scavenger.
What Is a Collage Sheet?
A collage sheet is a page that contains a curated collection of images, arranged for easy printing and cutting. If you are a regular here at TheArtScavenger.com, then you are no stranger to them. But I still get this question, which is a perfectly fair one if you are new to art journaling, ATCs, collage art, etc. I wasn’t familiar with them either when I first started this journey. I just knew I wanted a bunch of pictures on one easy-to-print sheet, but I didn’t even know what that was called in the beginning.
Here are a few basics about collage sheets:
Standard sizes are usually 8.5"×11" or A4.
Images are often thematically related, such as flowers, animals, maps, or, in this case, vintage art supplies.
Collage sheets can be physical (pre-printed) or digital (downloadable files you print at home).
Collage sheets give you a variety of coordinated designs on one page, which makes them perfect for quick and creative crafting.
How to Use Collage Sheets
Collage sheets are versatile and can be used in many creative projects, including:
Junk Journaling – Add decorative cutouts to journal spreads, envelopes, and tags.
Art Journaling – Layer images with paint, ink, and handwritten notes for a mixed-media look.
Scrapbooking – Incorporate themed illustrations to enhance your layouts.
Card Making – Use cutouts as embellishments for handmade greeting cards.
Tags & Bookmarks – Create custom inserts for gifts or planners.
Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) – Use elements to make miniature artworks sized at 2.5"×3.5".
Free Printable Vintage Art Supply Collage Sheets
To inspire your next project, download a set of free printable collage sheets featuring authentic vintage art supply catalog illustrations.
Includes detailed drawings of brushes, paints, pencils, erasers, and more.
Images are taken from 19th–20th century catalogs.
Designed for US letter printing (can also be resized for A4).
Ideal for junk journaling, scrapbooking, and ATCs.
Select your preferred file type under each preview image on this page to download the Free Vintage Art Supply Collage Sheets.
Tips for Printing and Cutting
Printing: Use your printer’s highest quality settings for the best results.
Cutting tools: Sharp scissors or a craft knife ensure clean edges.
Aging effects: Distress edges with ink, chalk, or sandpaper for a vintage feel.
Layering: Mix images from different collage sheets for a richer, textured look.
Why Use Vintage-Themed Collage Sheets?
Authentic charm – Real historical illustrations add depth to your crafts.
Unique variety – Vintage catalogs include typography, borders, and objects you won’t find in modern clip art.
More Free Collage Sheets from The Art Scavenger
If you enjoyed these art supply illustrations, you might also like:
Free Vintage Flower Ephemera – Botanical illustrations perfect for nature-themed projects.
Free French Postcard Ephemera – Elegant typography and postal marks.
Vintage Typography Printables – Old-fashioned lettering and labels.
Victorian Trade Card Collage Sheets – Colorful 19th-century advertising art.
Vintage Owl Portraits – Whimsical wildlife photos for woodland themes.
Collage Sheet FAQs
Are collage sheets copyright-free?
Only if the images are in the Public Domain or offered under a license allowing free use. To the best of my knowledge, these images are all in the Public Domain in the United States.
What size are collage sheets?
Most are 8.5"×11", but you can resize them before printing.
Do I need special printer settings?
Use your printer’s highest quality setting for the sharpest image reproduction.
Final Tip: Store your printed collage sheets in a binder or folder so they’re ready whenever creative inspiration strikes.
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Terms of use:
Free to use for personal or commercial projects. You may print the collage sheets as many times as you wish for your personal crafts or in your projects to sell, including: art journals, scrapbooks, junk journals, collage art, etc. You may not redistribute or sell the collage sheets “as is" in either print or digital form.
If you wish to share the files on your own website, please do not make the files available for download directly from your site. Instead, include an image with a link back to this site.
To the best of my knowledge, these are all royalty free images that are in the Public Domain in the US. However, you should always do your own research if you plan to use them commercially.
