25 Adorable Mother’s Day DIY Gifts

Mother's Day coupons on a decorative card for celebrating and appreciating moms.

Mother’s Day is a pretty special time of year, and presents are one of the nice things about it.

This is particularly true when your partner or your children have taken the time to DIY you a little something for Mother’s Day.

If it’s DIY Mother’s Day gifts you’re looking for, this is the perfect article to provide inspiration for the special people in your life.

These are some of our favourite handmade gifts for mums, the kinds of things that put smiles on faces when that special day rolls around. So, get out your glue and let the Mother’s Day gift-making begin!

1. Printable Mother’s Day Book

This printable Mother’s Day book makes a great present, and is really easy to make at home and to get kids involved with.

Mother’s Day DIY gift with hand-drawn illustration for kids.
via hellowonderful.co

2. Lavender + Rosemary Candles

We love these lavender and rosemary candles, and we think other mums will too. Super relaxing, and exactly what mum needs on�Mother’s Day.

Hand holding a homemade scented candle with a "Made with Love" tag and rosemary decoration.
via livesimply.me

3. Mother’s Day Mason Jar Vase

Mason jars are so versatile when it comes to craft, and this�Mother’s Day, a mason jar vase is particularly creative.

Beautiful DIY flower arrangement for Mother's Day.
www.pennypinchinmom.com

4. DIY Mother’s Day Colouring Page Bracelets

For something really unique, you can’t go past these DIY Mother’s Day colouring page bracelets, which are as gorgeous as they are arty.

Coloring page bangles featuring floral and bird designs for children to personalise and colour. Perf.
via persialou.com

5. Mini Photo Magnets

The fridge in our house is always a spot for showing off photographs, which is why these mini photo magnets are just gorgeous.

Personalised Mother's Day gift idea with printed photos and a heartfelt note.
via sundaesins.blogspot.com.au

6. DIY Hand Print Mug

We’re suckers for a good hand print mug, particularly on�Mother’s Day when we’re reminded how much our kids have grown.

Custom handprint mugs for Mother’s Day with colourful designs and personal touches.
via bhg.com

7. Marbled Nail Polish Mugs

These marbled nail polish mugs have been floating around online for ages, we’ve tried them before and think they’d be pretty perfect for�Mother’s Day.

Beautiful handmade mugs with colourful abstract designs, perfect for Mother’s Day.
worldinsidepictures.com

8. DIY Face Magnets

These DIY face magnets are so funny and cute, definitely the kind of thing we’d love on�Mother’s Day.

9. Homemade Bath Bombs

When mums do get a chance to relax, it’s nice to think they could enjoy these homemade bath bombs, a great�Mother’s Day gift.

Heart-shaped pink bath bombs in a glass jar for DIY Mother's Day gifts.
via thegunnysack.com

10. Lavender Chamomile Tea Soap

This lavender and chamomile tea soap is just what the doctor ordered for a busy mum, and a great DIY present!

Natural handmade soap with herbs and flowers.
via apumpkinandaprincess.com

11. Photo Wine Glasses

For wine lovers or even those who enjoy the occasional glass, these photo wine glasses are sure to make an impact on�Mother’s Day.

Elegant wine glasses for handmade Mother's Day gifts.
via brit.co

12. Sharpie Art Coasters

We love how colourful, and surprisingly simple these sharpie art coasters are. They’re super kid-friendly and look great!

DIY Mother’s Day gift crafting supplies with paints, markers, and decorative items.
via pagingfunmums.com

13. DIY Sugar Scrub

All mums deserve a bit of pampering. We like it in the form of something like this DIY sugar scrub, which is dead easy!

Natural lemon sugar scrub for DIY Mother's Day gifts.
via homesteading.com

14. Rainbow Hand-Dotted Tumblers

Paint is a messy business, but you can really create some wonderful things, like these rainbow hand-dotted tumblers for�Mother’s Day.

Brightly decorated glasses filled with multicoloured confetti for creative Mother’s Day gift ideas.
via popsugar.com

15. Mason Jar Picture Frame

Mason jars pop up again in this cool DIY, which involves making a cute little picture frame from one. Love it!

Beautiful pink flower bouquet in a decorated jar for Mother's Day.
via homestoriesatoz.com

16. Mini Wooden Pallet Coasters

Pallets do occupy the minds of any DIY mum, so why not turn the tables and create some cute mini pallets as coasters for�Mother’s Day?

Washi tape and ribbon gift wraps perfect for handmade Mother's Day presents.
via washitapecrafts.com

17. DIY Photo Lampshade

Want to shine a little light on the light of your life? Do it with this pretty DIY photo lampshade this�Mother’s Day.

Personalised family photo lamp for Mother's Day gift.
via ashleyannphotography.com

18.�Glowing Photo Luminaries�

Speaking of light, these adorable and beautiful photo luminaries are exactly what your mum will love!

Custom photo candles perfect for Mother's Day DIY gift ideas.
via freebiefindingmom.com

19. Mother’s Day Coupons

Mums always like a bit of help with things (if you aren’t doing that already), so get the coupons out on�Mother’s Day!

Coupon for Mother's Day gift for the best mom.
via skiptomylou.org

20. Paint-Dipped Kitchen Utensils

Make your kitchen super instagram-ready for mum with these adorable paint-dipped kitchen utensils. Love them!

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via cleverlysimple.com

21. DIY Photo Bookmarks

For those still clinging on to the lovely world of paper books, these DIY photo bookmarks will be the perfect�Mother’s Day present.

Children holding handmade yarn bookmarks for DIY gift ideas.
via daintyjewells.com

22. DIY Printed Tote Bags

There’s usually a lot to carry if you’re a mum, which is why these DIY printed tote bags are so perfect. We know we love them.

Reusable tote bag with "hello" design, perfect for handmade Mother's Day gifts.
via haberdasheryfun.com

23. Mother’s Day Treasure Box

We all know that mums treasure a lot in life, so this�Mother’s Day, why not make a little box to hold all those treasures in?

DIY Mother’s Day gift box with colourful geometric design and jewelry accessories.
via hellowonderful.co

24. DIY�Mum�Mug

The personalised Mum mug is an oldie but a goodie. Everyone’s done it on�Mother’s Day but it’ll still melt your mum’s heart.

White mug with "best MOM ever" handwritten in black and pink, perfect for Mother's Day gifts.
via Pinterest

25. DIY Infused Olive Oil

Whether your mum is a pro cook or still getting her wings in the kitchen, these DIY infused olive oils will be a tasty hit!

Mini herb oil bottles for DIY Mother's Day gifts.
via justputzing.com

Have you thought about what to give your mum on Mother’s Day?

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Clare Whitfield Chief Editor
Clare Whitfield is the Editor of Stay at Home Mum and a recognised voice in practical home management for Australian families. Based in the northern suburbs of Sydney, she balances editorial leadership with life as a stay at home mum to two school age children. Her background in home economics and more than a decade of experience in recipe development, family budgeting, and household systems inform her work.

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