Show your love and appreciation for your mom with these creative and thoughtful DIY Mother's Day gifts.
Add a personal touch to your Mother's Day celebration with a thoughtful, handmade gift.
We've picked out some simple yet great gift ideas for mom that are quick to assemble. From beautiful handmade jewelry to custom his photo frames and even gorgeous homemade bath bombs, all of the gift ideas on our list are budget-friendly and require minimal supplies.
You'll find photo gifts, gifts in jars, gift baskets, and more. Whether it's Mother's Day crafts for kids or her DIY projects for adults, you're sure to find the perfect gift for mom. From homemade soaps to home decor gifts, this is a treasure trove of ideas to make this holiday special for mom.
This DIY gift guide will help you save money and make your gift-giving experience very meaningful and personal. Each project comes with a step-by-step tutorial to make it easy to create. Grab your glue gun, gather your scissors, hot glue gun, and ribbon, and get ready to create some homemade magic for mom.
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photo gifts
Catch My Party Mother's Day Photo Vase
Darkroom and Dearie ceramic coasters
eHow Photo Planter
Home Stories A to Z Mason Jar Photo Frame
Celebrities with shining photos from the best gourmet food
Shanty 2 Chic photoboard
Celebrities in That's What Che Said picture frames
Little House of Flour's Dollar Tree Personalized Glass Bead Necklace
Unoriginal Mom's Mason Jar Lid Magnet
It's Always Autumn Popsicle Stick Photo Bracelet
S&S Blog Wooden Photo Transfer Keepsake Craft
DIY candle mother's day gift
Maybe She Made It Chalk Paint Heart Candle Holder
Come Together Kids Fingerprint Candle
Pumpkin and Princess Lavender Mason Jar Candle
I Heart Arts N Craft Mason Jar Dedication
Make DIY poured mason jar candles using turquoise materials
planters and vases
Painted tin cans from Haus by Hof
Mother's Day Plant Gift from Giggles Galore
Haus by Hof paper bag flowers
Decorative napkins Decoupage pot from my favorite place
Mother's Day Flowerpot from Extraordinary Mommy
Earnest Home Co. Letter Coffee Cup
Upstate Ramblings Thumbprint Flowerpot
A Simple Planter Gift from House of Jade Interior
DIY jewelry, makeup and accessories
Fruetcake copper vanity bowl
Lauren Saylor Jewelry Tray
“A Beautiful Mess” marble clay ring dish
That's What Che Said thumbprint pendant
Easy DIY leather cord keeper to prevent beautiful stains
Jesus Missy Pearl Pin
Dolly Canvas Bag by Ashley Ann Photography
Hi Sugarplum Ombre Tote
A Pretty Fix yarn wrap bracelet
paper and fox mom necklace
Jewelry tower from the confessions of a serial DIYer
Gathering Beauty embossed clay bowl
DIY gift baskets and mason jar gifts
Manicure or pedicure in a real coke bottle
Prudent Penny Pincher's Dollar Tree DIY Mother's Day Gift Basket
Classy Clutter's Mommy Survival Kit
Mom's emergency stash from 18 25
One Good Thing mani-pedi in a jar
A bottle of love that creates a green world
bath, beauty and spa gifts
Sow and Dippity Lavender and Coconut Oil Bath Bonbon
Pumpkin and Princess Lemon Lavender Soap
My Frugal Adventure Lavender Milk Bath
Beautiful Female Crystal Soap
Veteran mom's 5 minute lip balm
Blended Moisture Rich Milk & Honey Bath Melt
Grow Forage Cook Ferment Soothing Rose Lotion Bar
5-minute raspberry sugar scrub from Reasons to Skip Housework
DIY Oatmeal Milk Bath from Idea Room
Simply Designing Vanilla Bath Salts
Happiness is Homemade's 10-minute DIY Milk & Honey Soap
Kenarry handmade lavender bags
Mother's Day presents from children
Prudent Penny Pincher's Free Printable Mother's Day Coupon Book
Tikido chocolate flower bouquet
Superhero Mom's Gift from I Heart Crafty Things
Buggy & Buddy's pressed flower bookmark
Popsicle stick picture frame from some shortcuts
Brightly colored coffee filter flowers (enjoy at home with kids)
Dwelling in Happiness handprint coaster
Rhythms of Play personalized candle holder
Idea Room Handprint Oven Mitt
10 Things I Love About You Book from The Creative Place
Felt flowers of happiness are handmade
Made with Happy Popsicle Stick Flower Bookmark
FAQ
What's the best homemade gift for Mother's Day?
The best handmade gifts for Mother's Day are from the heart, tailored to mom's interests and your unique talents and craft skills. The most recommended option is a personalized photo gift. It's not just a gift, it's a treasured keepsake that your mother will cherish forever.
What should I make for Mother's Day?
DIY bath salts or bath bombs: You can create a luxurious spa-like experience at home using simple ingredients like Epsom salt, essential oils, baking soda, and food coloring. Perfect for moms who value a little luxury and relaxation.
Homemade Candles: Use essential oils in homemade candles to mix in her favorite scents. Add a custom cozy touch to her home decor by choosing colors and scents that match her tastes.
Gourmet Food Basket: Make a bunch of her favorite treats and arrange them beautifully in a basket with some decorative elements to liven up the celebration.
Each of these gifts can be personalized in a variety of ways, making them perfectly tailored to your mom's interests.