Butterflies are a beloved theme in the world of junk journaling—and this collection takes it to the next level. These 12 printable mixed-media butterflies are bursting with color, texture, and painterly charm. Each one is crafted on richly layered backgrounds, making them look like they’ve leapt straight out of an artist’s canvas.
Whether you’re decorating journal pages, tags, pockets, or printable collages, these will add a stunning focal point to your spreads.
And guess what? This is just Volume 1! If you love what you see here, be sure to check out Free Mixed-Media Butterfly Images – Vol. 2 and Free Mixed-Media Butterfly Images – Vol. 3 for even more artistic butterfly goodness.
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12 Free Mixed-Media Junk Journal Butterfly Images
Looking to add a splash of layered color and charm to your junk journal pages? This collection is just the thing. Each butterfly image blends vintage textures with mixed-media backgrounds, offering you a vibrant yet aged aesthetic that’s perfect for collage, embellishment, or standalone focal points.
Textured Orange Monarch with Green Accents
This butterfly features warm orange tones edged with a subtle green wash. The cracked wall texture behind it gives a beautifully weathered, rustic vibe.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Perfect for layering over earthy journal spreads or adding a vintage-naturalist focal point.
Blue Butterfly with Collaged Background
A bold indigo butterfly sits atop chaotic layers of paper and ink texture. The deep saturation of the blue wings makes it pop against muted tones.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Use it to bring contrast and visual energy to your art journal or mixed-media collage.
Warm Earth-Tone Butterfly with Eye Spots
This butterfly combines royal purple and a soft yellow on a brushstroke-filled canvas. Its wings glow with painterly charm.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Excellent for bold junk journal spreads or cards with an artistic twist.
Emerald Butterfly with Distressed Texture
A soft green butterfly rests on a weathered, aged surface. The colors are cool and calm with hints of moss and mint.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Lovely for vintage-themed or garden-inspired journaling.
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Rainbow Collage Winged Butterfly
A riot of color bursts through this butterfly, from coral and teal to yellow and plum. The background mimics torn paper and mixed paint.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Ideal as a central element in vibrant spreads or layered collage work.
Orange Tip Butterfly with Cracked Paint Effect
This butterfly features chalky whites and soft orange tips, resting against a distressed paint wall. The subtle background enhances the butterfly’s clean shape.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Perfect for minimalist pages or vintage spring projects.
Speckled Orange & Blue with Earthy Layers
Burnt orange and dusky blue tones speckle this butterfly’s wings, set against warm browns and ochre. It evokes a cozy, autumn palette.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Beautiful for fall journaling, cozy collages, or woodland themes.
Teal & Plum Color Fusion
Teal and plum blend in this butterfly with golden accents and an aged, brushed backdrop. It has an elegant and artistic vibe.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Use in expressive pages, moody layering, or to contrast muted tones.
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Purple Butterfly with Detailed Markings
A rich purple butterfly with black patterning sits on a faded textured base. The intricate markings stand out beautifully.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Works well in vintage fantasy, storybook spreads, or moody collages.
Rustic Red & Black Wing Detail
Dark reds and charcoal blacks dominate this butterfly’s palette, paired with peeling paint textures underneath. It brings a rugged edge to your crafts.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Ideal for grunge journals or expressive, layered work.
Bold Yellow Swallowtail on Painted Wood
Bright yellow wings with sharp black veining give this butterfly a strong presence. The painted wood background adds texture and vintage color blends.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Use as a feature piece in bright layouts or layered vintage journaling.
Black & White Butterfly with Blue Wash
A classic black and white butterfly is softened by a faded blue background. This piece has a minimalist and timeless charm.
Why It’s Great for Crafting: Great for calm, neutral layouts or to pair with vintage script.
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– 2 Six-Images Sheets
12 Free Mixed-Media Butterfly Images – Vintage Printable Sheets & Ephemera for Junk Journal Vol. 1
How to Use These Mixed-Media Butterfly Printables in Your Crafts
These mixed-media butterfly images work beautifully for a wide range of junk journal and paper crafting projects. You can print them on matte paper, sticker sheets, or even vellum for a dreamy transparent effect. Use them as focal points for tags and pockets, glue them into collage spreads, or layer them behind quotes and vintage text pieces. Their painterly quality adds instant visual richness to any layout.
Try printing them as-is or fussy cut them for clusters, labels, or envelope seals. You can also shrink them down for altered paper clips or expand them for printable wall art. Each butterfly includes a neutral base that allows you to blend them seamlessly with other vintage papers, florals, or ledger scraps.
More Free Butterfly Collections to Explore
There’s something magical about butterflies on a journal page. If they’re your go-to element, you’ll love our mix of whimsical wings, vintage textures, and painterly finishes. Each volume has its own charm, whether you’re crafting in muted tones or rich layered palettes.
Gather your favorites and fill your ephemera box with printable butterfly goodness—perfect for cutting, collaging, or just admiring!
- Free Vintage Antique Butterfly Collections:
- Free Mixed-Media Butterfly Collections:
- Mixed-Media Butterfly Vol-1 (This collection)
- Mixed-Media Butterfly Vol-2
- Mixed-Media Butterfly Vol-3
Let your creativity take flight! Whether you’re working on journal covers, mini tags, or just want to fill a page with color and life, these butterfly printables will bring a fresh spark to your next crafting session.