Looking for something special to gift Mom this Mother’s Day—but want to keep it meaningful, affordable, and handmade?
You’re in the right place! Whether you’re crafting with kids or going solo, these 21 easy Mother’s Day DIY gift ideas are thoughtful, beautiful, and actually something she’ll love and use.
These aren’t your average crafts—they’re charming, Pinterest-worthy, and totally doable. Let’s dive in!
1. Pressed Flower Candle Holders
Grab a few glass jars, press some flowers, and mod podge them onto the jars to create beautiful, delicate candle holders. Add a tea light and you’ve got a gift that’s both pretty and practical.
2. Handwritten Recipe Tea Towel
Transfer a cherished family recipe (in your handwriting or hers!) onto a plain tea towel using iron-on transfer paper. It’s a sentimental and functional gift she’ll treasure.
3. DIY Sugar Scrub Jars
Mix sugar, coconut oil, and essential oils for a luxurious body scrub. Pour into a mason jar and decorate with twine and a handwritten label. Bonus: It smells amazing!
4. Framed Dried Flowers
Collect a few of her favorite blooms, press and dry them, and arrange them in a floating glass frame. It’s simple, elegant, and timeless.
5. Personalized Wood Sign
Use a wood blank and stencil or Cricut to create a sign that says “Home is Where Mom Is” or “Best Mom Ever.” Perfect for her kitchen, hallway, or cozy corner.
6. Mini Herb Garden in Mason Jars
Plant a few herbs like basil, mint, and thyme in mason jars. Add chalkboard labels for a rustic, farmhouse-inspired touch.
7. Photo Coasters
Print out family photos and seal them onto ceramic tiles with mod podge and a clear acrylic spray. She’ll think of you every time she sets down her coffee.
8. DIY Bath Bombs
Customize the scent and color to her liking. Wrap them up in a cute box with tissue paper and a sweet note that says “You deserve to relax.”
9. Hand-Painted Flower Pot
Pick up a terracotta pot and give it a makeover with paint, patterns, or even a quote. Plant something in it for instant cheer.
10. Custom Candle in a Vintage Cup
Melt soy wax, add a few drops of essential oil, and pour into a vintage teacup or jar. It’s chic, sweet, and smells heavenly.
11. Memory Jar
Fill a jar with handwritten notes, quotes, or memories from family members. She can pull one out whenever she needs a little love.
12. DIY Beaded Bracelet or Necklace
Create a one-of-a-kind piece using her favorite colors or birthstones. Don’t forget a cute little jewelry pouch to wrap it up.
13. Personalized Mug with Sharpie Art
Use oil-based Sharpie markers to draw a design or write a message on a plain mug. Bake it in the oven to set. Add her favorite tea or coffee as a bonus.
14. Scented Sachets for Drawers
Sew small fabric pouches and fill them with dried lavender or rose petals. She can tuck them into drawers or her pillowcase for a lovely scent.
15. Photo Collage in a Heart Shape
Cut small photos into heart shapes and arrange them into a large heart inside a frame. It’s emotional, beautiful, and totally frame-worthy.
It’s Always Autumn has a tutorial for this!
16. DIY Macrame Keychain
This trendy little project takes just minutes to make and looks super cute on her keys or bag.
Visit Fish&Bull for the tutorial for these cute keychains.
17. Painted Wooden Spoons
Add a pop of color to plain wooden kitchen utensils with food-safe paint. Tie a ribbon around the set and pair it with a handwritten recipe card.
18. Homemade Lip Balm
Follow this tutorial by The Farmers Cupboard to make her a homemade lip balm . Pour into cute little tins and label them with love.
19. Customized Cutting Board
Use a wood burner or vinyl to add a meaningful quote, initials, or date to a wooden cutting board. Practical and heartfelt!
20. DIY Spa Kit in a Basket
Fill a basket with bath salts, a face mask, a candle, and a sleep mask—all handmade or thoughtfully picked. She’ll feel pampered from head to toe.
You can also buy sets like the one above from Etsy.
21. Printable Coupon Book
Design or print out cute little coupons she can “cash in”—like breakfast in bed, an afternoon walk, or a chore-free day. It’s the gift that keeps giving!
Final Thoughts
The best gifts come from the heart—and nothing says “I love you” like something made by hand. Whether you’re short on time or working with a tight budget, these DIY Mother’s Day gift ideas are sure to make her feel appreciated, loved, and totally spoiled.
Pin it for later, share it with a friend, or let me know which one you’re making this year! 💐
