45 Inexpensive DIY Mothers Day Gift Ideas

Published Mar 31, 2018 By Diane

Need some cool DIY ideas to make for Mom this Mother’s Day? Try making one of these 45 inexpensive but awesome cheap DIY Mother’s Day gift ideas. From kitchen and home decor to jewelry and accessories, you are sure to find something she will love. When it comes to DIY Mother’s Day gifts, you want to give your mother something thoughtful and heartfelt so she know how much you think of her and appreciate all that she has done for you. When it comes to cool gift ideas for Mom, we love handmade DIY gifts the best, and we put together a cool list of homemade gifts for Mom that are sure to be appreciated for years to come. From handpainted kitchen decor to wall art ideas to DIY jewelry and all things mason jars, your mom is sure to love getting to open one or more of these presents on Mother’s Day.

When it comes to cool gift ideas for Mom, long ago, I realized I should be making things for Mother’s Day gifts and Christmas gifts. So if you want to give your mother a thoughful gift she is sure to appreciate, you should definitely try the DIY route.

DIY Mother’s Day Gifts

1. DIY Geometric Wood Trivets

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When Mother’s Day rolled around last year, I was left without a gift for my Mom, although I usually plan ahead. I was quickly in the market for a last minute DIY Mother’s Day gift idea, but of course, did not want to disappoint. Every other year, I spend quite a few hours, sometimes days, making a gift for my dear mother. When I scoured Pinterest for the best ideas, I found the classy, modern geometric trivets that reminded me of her. Simple to make, and a bit of fun, too, try this crafty idea when you need a quick idea for your Mom. Inspired by the inlaid wood patterns of marquetry craftsmen, this DIY project actually uses iron-on wood veneer tape to create a similar look in minutes. You can copy their patterns or design your own. Paint or stain the wood. So many creative choices and possibilities. These trivets look like works of art, no? This is great, because they double as funky wall decor when not in use on the table.

2. DIY Leather Envelope Clutch

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Need a cute gift idea for your super stylish Mom? These folded envelope clutch bags are unique and super fashionable. Make a few and then you can keep one of these for yourself. When it comes to cool Mother’s Day gift ideas, this DIY project is one of my favorites.

3. DIY Ring Display

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Moms love homemade presents, especially ones they get to look at all of the time. This craft certainly fits the bill. A DIY ring holder that looks pretty on her bathroom counter. Make this and perhaps even find a gorgeous ring to go in it for Christmas!

4. Paper Crafted Gardenia

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Flowers are the best from of gift you can give, too bad it does not tend to live and bloom that long. But what if I tell you, you can make your own flower made out of crafted paper. It would be the perfect gift you can give to your mom this mother’s day. It would definitely last longer than a regular flower and its made with all your love and affection. Here’s how you can make a Paper Crafted Gardenia for your mother from Lia Griffith.

5. Manicure or Pedicure in a Jar a Mother’s Day Gift Idea

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If your mom loves to get pampered and cleaned and spend most of her time in the salon to get her nails done, this Manicure or Pedicure in a Jar just might be the best gift you can give her on Mother’s Day. You can customize it according to what you know your mom likes and fill it with manicure and pedicure sets so she doesn’t have to go spend money on the salon. Check out this blog from Real Creative Real Organized for the tutorial.

6. DIY Floral Tea Bags

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Moms love tea, it’s refreshing and it helps with so many things in our body. So this Mother’s Day after you have a little celebration for your mother and you’re out having tea with your mother in the front porch, give her this a box of customized tea as your Mother’s Day present. So that every time she drinks tea she would remember you. Check out how you can make Floral Tea Bags from The Kipi Blog.

7. Child’s Hand Print Clay Jewelry Dish

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If you want to give your mom something memorable this Mother’s Day, go get your kids and make your mom a Child’s Hand Print Clay Jewelry Dish. We all know no one has more jewelry than you but your mom. So every time she’s getting ready to go out or when she comes home after a long day she will remember the sweet gesture you and your kids made for her. Here’s a tutorial on how you can make one from Simple as that.

8. DIY MOM Necklace

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There are a lot of gift you can give your mom this Mother’s Day, but instead of buying her something that she probably would have exchanged. Why not make her a gift from your bare hands? That would give it a lot more special and its made with love. Check out hoe you can easily make a stylish Mom Necklace from this step-by-step tutorial from Paper and Fox.

9. Sturdy Market Tote

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If you want to give your mom something special and made with love this mother’s day that she can use regularly, this sturdy market tote bag just might do the trick. Especially if your mom loves to cook and is always in the super market to buy ingredients. It’s really cute and easy to make and your mom will be strolling around the super market in style.

10. Mini Polaroid Photo Magnets

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If you and your mom love to take photos and enjoy the occasional selfie whenever you guys are together, you will definitely love this do it yourself that we have for you. Mini Polaroid Photo Magnets! This is my favorite DIY yet since all of us take photos to remember special moments in our lives right? And this really cute mini polaroid would definitely help your mother remember all those special moments and I bet it would go really great on her refrigerator’s door.

11. Mason Jar Doilies

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Here’s another do it yourself idea you can give your mom as a present for this coming Mother’s day. It’s easy to make and it could be really handy, especially if your mom like collecting this. This Mason Jar Doilies would be a great place she can keep them. Check out how you can easily make one from this step-by-step tutorial from DIY Joy.

12. Potted Herb DIY Gift

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Moms love taking caring for thing, their children, their pets, their china, furniture and even plants. So this coming Mother’s Day why not give your mom the pleasure of caring for a Potted Herb that you made just for her. That way she can always feel as if she is taking care of you if she is taking care of your present. Here’s how you can make a potted herb from OH My Creative.

13. Breakfast In A Box

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If you want to give your mom something special this mother’s day, here’s a really cool idea from A Cozy Kitchen. Breakfast in a Box that way you are not only showing your love for her by remembering it’s Mother’s Day but also showing you love her by giving her something heathy and caring for her wellbeing.