Free Poisonous Mushroom Ephemera Printables: Vintage Botanical Collage Sheets
A Quick Look Inside:
Download a free set of poisonous mushroom collage sheets featuring detailed vintage illustrations. In the printables you’ll find:
Authentic botanical artwork of poisonous and toxic mushrooms
High-resolution scans for crisp home printing
Ideal for junk journals, art journals, and mixed media collage
Perfect for spooky, nature-inspired, or Halloween-themed projects
Free to download and use in personal and handmade crafts
Years ago, my husband and I went on a guided nature walk highlighting edible plants that grew in the wild in our area. My biggest takeaway from that walk was that I will never try to eat anything I come across in the wild. For about half the plants they showed us we could eat, they pointed out plants that looked extremely similar but were poisonous. Maybe the leaves had one extra point on them, or they were a slightly different color. I realized that day that I need to always stay on the trail and never get lost because I won’t survive on my own in the wild.
A Closer Look at Poisonous Mushroom Illustrations
Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, botanical illustrators carefully documented the natural world, including fungi. While many mushroom prints celebrated edible varieties, others warned about the dangers of poisonous species.
The artwork featured in this free printable comes from a vintage book about the poisonous plants of Germany, where artists combined accuracy with artistry. The detailed lines, shading, and coloring make these images timeless resources for botanical and creative projects.
About the Free Printable Collage Sheets
This download features authentic illustrations of poisonous mushrooms arranged into easy-to-use collage sheets. Each sheet preserves the intricate detailing of the original prints, making them ideal for layered projects.
Style: Vintage botanical drawings
Subject: Various poisonous mushrooms with naturalistic detailing
Format: High-quality printable collage sheets
Print them on regular paper, matte photo paper, or cardstock, depending on your craft needs.
Creative Ways to Use Poisonous Mushroom Ephemera
These mushroom illustrations are especially versatile for nature-themed and spooky projects. Here are some ideas:
Junk Journals & Art Journals – Add them as botanical references, tuck-in cards, or layered collage pieces.
Mixed Media Art – Combine with texture paste, paints, or fabric for earthy, layered effects.
Halloween Projects – Pair with vintage poison labels or postcards for eerie seasonal journaling pages.
Scrapbooking – Use them in nature-themed spreads or spooky fall layouts.
DIY Stationery & Cards – Create unique greeting cards, journaling cards, or pocket inserts.
Their slightly eerie vibe makes them especially fun for October projects, while still being useful year-round for botanical or woodland themes.
2.5” x 4.25” Journal Cards
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these mushroom illustrations really vintage?
Yes. They are authentic scans from vintage botanical books and field guides.
Can I use these in my handmade crafts for sale?
Yes, you may use them in physical items you create. Please don’t redistribute the digital files or printouts of them “as-is.”
Do they print in color?
Yes — the illustrations retain the original colors typical of vintage botanical artwork.
More Free Printables You’ll Love
Explore these related ephemera collections on TheArtScavenger.com:
Mushrooms - Another set of vintage mushroom illustrations taken from an encyclopedic dictionary from 1908, ideal for pairing with this poisonous mushroom set.
Vintage Poison Labels - A collection of printable vintage poison labels. Perfect companions for Halloween journaling and eerie craft projects.
Victorian Flower Ephemera - A bright, botanical collage sheet featuring Victorian flower illustrations for a softer, more colorful complement to the mushroom sheets.
Final Thoughts
These free poisonous mushroom printables are a great way to bring both beauty and mystery into your creative work. Whether you’re crafting for Halloween, exploring a botanical theme, or simply love the look of vintage illustration, these collage sheets make a perfect addition to your printable ephemera collection. Download and start experimenting with them today!
2” x 3” Journal Tags
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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.
