75 Easy Mother’s Day Crafts That Are Better Than Store-Bought Gifts
These cute creations are mom and kid-approved!
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Motherhood is all about finding ways to be more efficient, like making a walk in the park with the kids double as a workout or making meal-time "me-time" by throwing a glass of wine into the mix. So why not reflect that sentiment by making Mom a Mother's Day craft that doubles as a fun Mother's Day activity and a unique Mother's Day gift?
Below, you'll find sweet and simple DIY gifts you can make on your own or with Mom if she wants to get her craft on. They're easy enough for the little ones to try their hand at, but pretty and practical enough for Mom to actually use and love. Pair them with DIY Mother's Day cards, and she'll be so touched! Nothing here is too over-the-top and would be lovely if paired with a delicious Mother's Day brunch or breakfast in bed.
Whether your mom loves flowers or chocolate, swoons over long baths and relaxing sleep, or constantly loses her jewelry and keys, ahead you'll discover dozens of crafts and DIY ideas that will make your mom feel all warm and fuzzy inside. That's the best part about DIY Mother's Day gifts: Not only do they show that you put a lot of thought into what to give them, but they also show that you're willing to put in the extra effort to make it special.
For more marvelous Mother's Day ideas:
Picture Frame Vase
Mom needs a vase to house all the flowers she's sure to get on her big day—and there's no better vase than one that also displays a photo of her family. Grab an old mason jar to make this craft even quicker.
Get the tutorial at I Heart Arts n Crafts.
Pressed Flower Clay Dish
Not only is this gorgeous dish decorative, but it will also keep all her jewelry and trinkets organized! The kids will especially enjoy collecting flowers to adorn the clay. Pair it with a new necklace or earrings for the perfect present.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Fingerprint Butterfly Mug
Mom's mornings will be made so much better when she lifts this adorable mug to her lips! The little ones will dip their fingers in paint to help create the keepsake cup. Thumbprints make the cutest little butterflies ever!
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Fingerprint Flower Pot
If your momma loves to garden, this is the homemade gift for her! The terra cotta pot is decorated with little fingerprints that form flowers thanks to paint and permanent marker. Kiddos can get creative with any design their tiny heart's desire.
Get the tutorial at Crafts By Amanda.
Pressed Flower Suncatcher
Since Mother's Day falls during the bright and sunny months, she'll be delighted to add this suncatcher to her windows. Better yet, it's made with love—and wildflowers! Help the kids press them or buy already pressed flowers that you can simply stick on laminating sheets.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Pressed Flower Bookmark
Forget the typical Mother's Day bouquet! For the bookworm moms out there, this pressed flower bookmark is a unique way to give her flowers that will last beyond her special day. It's so easy to make using an assortment of dried flowers and Mod Podge.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Beaded Plant Hanger
Instead of just buying her a new plant, make Mom a beautiful beaded plant hanger to hold her new plant baby in! Although it may look intricate, this craft is an all-level project that anyone can do using a few supplies, such as wood beads and wax cords.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Photo Jar
This craft really is the ideal Mother's Day gift, as it's both practical and sentimental! Not only does the glass jar serve as a beautiful vessel to display a photo of Mom, but it also holds tons of pampering products, like a jade facial roller, bath bomb, body scrub, and more.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Felt Flowers
Ever wished you could give Mom flowers that last a lifetime? Thanks to this felt flower craft, now you can! This kid-friendly craft allows you to customize each flower using colorful felt and buttons of your choice for a fun and floral final product.
Get the tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
Button Flower Pins
Your mom will think of you every time she wears one of these beautiful flower pins! They can adorn anything from jackets and hats to bags and lanyards. Who knew that bowl of old buttons could be so useful and chic?
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Honey Lemon Soap
Momma can always use an extra bar of soap—especially when it features a cute bee imprint and a delicious honey-lemon scent. This craft is as simple as it is useful, as it comes together with honey glycerin soap, lemon essential oil, and an adorable bumble bee soap mold.
Get the tutorial at A Pumpkin and A Princess.
Wood Block Picture Holder
A simple wood block may look unassuming, but it can actually serve as a base for tons of fun crafts, like this personalized picture holder! Just create a small slot on top of the wood block for the picture to sit in, then affix scrapbook paper to it using Mod Podge.
Get the tutorial at Average But Inspired.
Painted Pot Holders
She can say goodbye to burnt fingers and hot handles! These sweet, painted pot holders are a simple way for the kids to get their creative juices flowing while providing mom with something she'll actually use every day.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Rose Sugar Scrub Cubes
Give her the gift of self-care by whipping up these homemade rose sugar scrub cubes made of sugar, almond oil, goat’s milk soap, rose petals, and essential oils. The sprinkle of rose petals on top makes it the perfect centerpiece for a much- needed Mother's Day pampering gift basket.
Get the tutorial at A Pumpkin and A Princess.
Butterfly Jewelry Box
Even if mom already has everything, she can always use a handmade jewelry box! It will safely hold her many trinkets in the cutest way. Using an unfinished wood box as a base, this craft is so customizable with scrapbook materials, clay accents, glitter, and paint.
Get the tutorial at Mod Podge Rocks.
Floating Glitter Tumbler
Any mom who's obsessed with tumblers will want to welcome this fun sparkly one into her collection! It's easy to make by adding a mix of glitter, sequins, and metallic confetti to a clear photo tumbler.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Floral Wall Clock
It's pretty o'clock! Craft this gorgeous floral wreath for Mom using a wire wreath frame, real or faux flowers and greenery, and a clock movement kit.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Wooden Polaroid Gift Set
Turn her favorite photos into special mementos with this wooden polaroid project. When you're done place them in a cute gift box with a photo of the two of you on top.
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth.
Reversible Apron
Make her kitchen adventures even more magical by gifting her a reversible apron made from fun patterned fabrics. Add a little pocket to hold her kitchen essentials while she cooks up a storm in style!
Get the tutorial at Oh Joy!.
Glitter Tassel Earrings
All eyes will be on her ears when she rocks these whimsical glitter tassel earrings crafted by one of her favorite people! They're the perfect way to punch up any outfit.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Rebecca Norris is a full-time freelance writer living in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Over the past 10+ years, she’s heavily covered a range of lifestyle topics, including travel, home, beauty, style, wellness, and celebrity news. She is a graduate of George Mason University, where she earned a B.A. in Media: Production, Consumption, and Critique, along with a minor in Electronic Journalism. When she's not writing, she can be found strolling with her Jack-Chi, Cash, sipping iced matcha lattes, indulging in delicious cuisine, perusing farmer’s markets and antique sales, collecting colored glass, getting lost within the pages of a book, and exploring new bucket-list cities.
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