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11 Homemade Gifts For Mom

Mother's Day

3 May
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It’s not often that busy mom’s get the chance to pamper themselves. Mother’s day is therefore a great time to really let mom know she is loved and allow her time to rejuvenate.

If you would like some creative mother’s day ideas this year, why not try a pamper package. Create a basket full of homemade gifts for mom that will bring the spa treatment to her home.

A DIY gift for Mother’s Day is often the best type of gift to give. This selection of homemade gifts for mom however is not just your normal type of crafts, but some DIY gifts that mom is really going to be able to spoil herself with. She can pamper away, without you having to spend a fortune on spa treatments! No 11 is just the icing on the cake!

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What Can I Give To My Mom On Mother’s Day?

When it comes to thinking about what gift to give your mom there are a few items that instantly spring to mind.

  • Flowers
  • Chocolates
  • Jewellery
  • Wine

But how about this year you think a little outside the box and gift her something that is truly special. One way to achieve this is to create your OWN gift!

Mom’s deserve the best and creating your own gift will really give the chance to give a gift that is incredibly special and full of love.

Why Give Homemade Gifts For Mom?

Homemade gifts are often associated with young children making something for mom. Whilst this is wonderful, a homemade gift doesn’t have to stop with the kids.

Homemade gifts can be just as good (if not better) than those you would purchase in a store.

It is also a beautiful opportunity to create something that matches mom’s personality perfectly.

These gifts would really make the perfect gift for all the women in your life, whether that be mom’s, grandmother’s, step moms or wives!

There are plenty of homemade gifts for mom that are easy to create and ones that will be sure to put a huge smile on her face.

So you want to create a gift for mom, but you are not sure where to start? Scroll through the ideas below to find the perfect heartfelt gift for mom.

Homemade Gifts For Mom She Will Love

1. Matcha Green Tea Bath Bombs

Source: Mom Foodie

A great way for mom to relax is in a bath.

Having a wonderful soak with these matcha green tea bath bombs could be just what the doctor ordered.

green tea bath bombs

2. Coffee Bath Scrub

Source: Thrifty Jinxy

Instead of a bath bomb, how about treating mom to a bath body scrub. This awesome coffee bath scrub which is not only great smelling, but is beautifully moisturizing.

Just what mom needs to relax!

DIY Coffee bath scrub

3. Orangesickle Bath Salts

Source: The Crunchy Chronicles

We have had a bath bomb, and a bath scrub, so we can’t leave out bath salts!

For some beautiful scented bath salts, mom would love this orangesickle bath salts.

Orange bath salts

4. Printable Mother’s Day Wine Labels

Source: Smart Party Planning

Whilst mom is soaking it up in the bath, she definitely needs a glass of her favorite wine.

Whilst the wine isn’t exactly “homemade” the printable mother’s day wine labels  you will attach will certainly make it feel extra special.

As mom unwinds in the bath she can enjoy a glass of her favorite drop, plus having a smile as she reads the special label you have attached.

Printable mothers day wine labels

5. Peppermint Foot Soak

Source: Eat Thrive Glow

Maybe mom needs a good soothing peppermint foot soak like this one.

Using just 3 ingredients, it is easy to make and mom’s feet will feel completely rejuvenated.

Peppermint foot soak

6. Mani Pedi Jar

Source: Freebie Finding Mom

If you love giving gifts in a jar, then you should check out this homemade mother’s day gift in a jar.

The jar contains everything you need for a mani pedi and is a great way to spoil mom. The gift tag is also a free printable that you could use.

Mothers day jar

7. Mocha Lip Scrub

Source: The Crunchy Chronicles

How about some pampering for the lips like this mocha lip scrub.

This is an invigorating scrub that smells and taste delicious.

Mocha lip scrub

8. DIY Oil Purfume

Source: Eat Sleep Be

Giving mom perfume doesn’t have to be expensive with a tutorial on how to make a DIY oil purfume.

The tutorial will show you how to make a solid fragrance rather than a spray and will be a unique mother’s day gift.

Essential oils

9. Lavender Pillow Mist Spray

Source: Must Have Mom

After all the pampering, mom will need a good night’s sleep and this Lavender pillow mist spray will certainly do the trick.

This will help mom fall asleep quickly and then get a good night’s rest.

Lavender pillow mist spray

10. Printable Coupon Book

Source: 100 Directions

Why not throw in a love for mom coupon book as a final way to pamper her. This is a gorgeous love for mom printable coupon book to really make mom feel special.

Printable coupon book

11. Floral Lace Necklace

Source: Fancy Shanty

A great way to pamper mom is with a beautiful piece of jewelry, but even this doesn’t have to cost the earth!

Take a look at this elegant floral lace necklace. It’s absolutely stunning and has an easy step by step tutorial for you to follow.

floral necklace

What do you think of this selection of homemade gifts for mom? Would this make up a nice pamper gift hamper for mom on Mother’s day or her birthday?

Please share this selection on social media, so that all the mom’s out there can be pampered. We deserve it after all don’t we!

Need some more ideas? Check out the best easy mother’s day ideas that she will actually enjoy. You will have a ton of inspiration for fun things to do that will make her feel special.

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Catherine
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About Catherine Holt

Catherine Holt is the founder of Smart Party Planning. She is a stay at home mum with a passion for celebrating life’s little moments, with creative yet budget friendly ideas. Catherine often has a camera in hand capturing everyday events and is a self obsessed chocoholic! She loves connecting with other mum's on the blog and sharing party planning tips and tricks. Get all the answers to every aspect of party planning with her eBook today! If you want to hold a party with that ‘wow’ factor and have it tailored to the person you’re holding it for then this eBook is for you. Let Catherine take the stress and headache out of organizing your next party or event.

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  1. Jen Goode says

    May 4, 2016 at 4:25 am

    Thank you so much for sharing my Moms Day printable coupon book. We always loved making mom gift certificates and coupons for hugs as a kid. Love all the ideas you’ve shared!

    Reply
    • Catherine Holt says

      May 4, 2016 at 1:35 pm

      I love this coupon book Jen, it’s an awesome idea. I think most moms would love to receive something like this 🙂 Besides, it’s nice for the kids to cash in some of their coupons too. Like you say, what kid doesn’t like receiving hugs from mom. It’s a win win for everyone 🙂

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