Hey Dads – This one’s for you!
Mother’s Day is THIS weekend (hint hint), and its the perfect chance to help your children show Mom just how loved and appreciated she is.
“One of the greatest things a father can do for his children is to love their mother.”
— Howard W. Hunter.
While store bought gifts are nice, there is something truly special about a gift made with tiny hands, big hearts, and a little help from Dad (of course). Also, the good news is, you don’t have to know a thing about crafting (nor have a big budget) to make these gifts and making them will result in hours of fun and laughter!
Handwritten “10 Things I Love About You” Notes
What you need:
Paper, pens, markers, optional envelope or small jar.
How to do it:
Write 10 personal reasons you love and appreciate Mom. These can be funny, sentimental, or sweet. Fold each note and place it in a decorated envelope or a little jar. For younger kids, this becomes even cuter with drawings!
Why it’s meaningful:
It’s specific, heartfelt, and something she’ll treasure forever.
Memory Jar or “Mom & Me” Moments Jar
What you need:
Empty jar, paper strips, ribbon, labels.
How to do it:
Write down special memories you’ve shared with Mom — family trips, bedtime stories, silly moments. Decorate the jar with a label like “Mom & Me Moments” and tie it with a ribbon.
Extra touch: Add blank slips so she can keep filling it with new memories!
Pressed Flower Bookmark
What you need:
Flowers, heavy books, cardstock, clear tape or laminating sheets, ribbon.
How to do it:
Press flowers between book pages for a few days. Then, arrange and tape them onto cardstock. Laminate or cover with clear tape. Add a ribbon to the top for a special touch.
Perfect for: Moms who love reading or journaling.
Mom’s Coupon Book
What you need:
Paper, scissors, coloring supplies, stapler.
How to do it:
Create personalized coupons like:
“1 x big bear hug”
“1 x breakfast in bed”
“1 x uninterrupted nap time”
“1 x cleaned kitchen”
Decorate and staple together.
This is fun for all ages and easily customisable.
Framed Family Handprint Art
What you need:
Paint, paper, photo frame.
How to do it:
Each family member places their painted handprint on a paper, one layered over the other. Write a quote like “Together, we make a family” below the handprints and frame it.
Bonus idea: Add names and the date to make it a keepsake.
DIY Spa Kit for Mom
What you need:
Small basket or box, homemade sugar scrub (mix sugar + coconut oil), nail polish, a candle, handwritten “relaxation instructions.”
Keep it simple: Even a “foot soak kit” with Epsom salts and a peppermint tea bag can be special when presented with love.
More Ideas: Here are some other Natural Beauty Recipes you may wish to try:
Family Photo + Heartfelt Letter
What you need:
A printed photo and a letter.
How to do it:
Print a favorite photo of you and Mom. Write a heartfelt letter telling her what she means to you. Pair them together in a pretty envelope or clip them onto a clipboard with a flower.
This is the one she might keep in her drawer forever!
Each mom is different. Try and create something that will be unique and meaningful to them, specifically. Being seen and heard is the best gift you can give your mom this Mother’s Day!
Happy Crafting!
Much love 🩷
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