35 Creatively Thoughtful DIY Mother’s Day Gifts

Published Apr 10, 2016 By Diane

Mother’s Day is around the corner and I want to get my Mom something other than flowers and chocolates this year. Mothers seem to love and appreciate just about anything you make them. and you don’t have to be a little kid to give Mom something handmade. These grown up craft ideas are super creative ways to show mom how much you care. (We did include a few that the little ones can make. too! ) From decor and kitchen accents to serving trays, to DIY spa gift sets and slippers, your Mom is sure to love one of these super homemade Mothers Day presents. Cool gift sets, handmade cards, art. .Wall art, gardening ideas and cute little carriers for her iPhone and iPad, too. Whether you are an expert DIYer or new to crafting, you should be able to find an idea you will pull off with ease. Creative homemade presents make gift giving on a budget easy Follow these step by step tutorials to give your Mom one or more of these super special DIY Mothers Day gifts this year.

DIY Mothers Day Gift Ideas

1. Monogrammed Recipe Box

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Mother’s Day is fast approaching and what better way to express our love for mom than a personalized gift. This Monogrammed Recipe Box fits the bill perfectly. I just love the classy look of it and those polka dots inside the wooden box are just the cutest!

2. DIY Leather Trimmed Laptop Case

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You can turn Mom’s laptop into a fashion accessory with this stylish Leather Trimmed Laptop Case. The tutorial is super easy and simple to follow so go ahead and visit We All Sew to read the complete step-by-step instructions.

3. DIY Kitchen iPad Holder

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If your mom basically cooks with a phone or an iPad in the kitchen counter, then this DIY Kitchen iPad Holder is the perfect gift for her. It looks so simple but it sure looks like a million bucks. What an incredibly smart idea!

4. Pop Up Flower Mother’s Day Greeting Card

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Need a cool and creative Mother’s Day card you can make yourself? Try this flower pop up card for something Mom is sure to really love and appreciate (especially since you made it for her) Easy enough to make in an hour, but something your mother may very well keep for years, this handmade card is not hard to do, either. Follow the step by step tutorial video to learn how to make it.

5. Wooden Sofa Sleeve with Cup Holder

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While this project might look a little intimidating, I promise you its not. You can always ask Dad for a little help if it suits you. But this Wooden Sofa Sleeve with Cup Holder is just perfection and a unique gift idea to give Mom on her special day.

6. DIY Marble Cutting Board

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Spice up a wooden cutting board with a little marble with this simple DIY from The Merry Thought. Doesn’t it look chic? This would be a great gift for Mom so she can level up entertaining with the cheese spread.

7. Breakfast in Bed Tray

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Breakfast in bed is undoubtedly one of these ‘tiny joys’ we all adore and making it personalized for Mom will surely make it more special. This standing breakfast tray is a quick and simple project, and can be whipped up in an hour or less. It would make an awesome gift for your dearest mommy.

8. DIY Lipstick Holder

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Is your Mom going gaga over lipstick? Then, this lipstick holder is going to be the most awesome gift you can give her. This pretty lipstick storage solution is perfectly simple and it would make for a pretty display in her drawer or vanity.

9. Mother’s Day Gift In A Jar

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Here’s another creative idea to give your Mom on Mother’s Day. There are a lot of random awesomeness inside this jar and it’s super easy to make. Just take everything that Mom loves and put it inside a big jar. That’s it! And it’s super thoughtful, too.

10. iPad Case

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What will you be gifting your Mom this Mother’s Day? Are you running out of ideas? Here’s another personalized gift idea to make for your Mom. You can make her a personalized iPad case with an iron-on picture of you and Mom. Pretty sure Mom would cry tears of joy with this gift.