75 Cute DIY Mother's Day Gifts to Show How Much You Care
Last-minute ideas with a homemade touch.
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While there's an endless list of wonderful Mother's Day gifts to choose from, there's one that all moms are bound to cherish for a lifetime: a cute homemade present crafted by the people she loves most. Whether it's personalized jewelry, a handcrafted picture frame or a simple DIY Mother's Day card, there's really no way to go wrong.
We've rounded up the best DIY Mother's Day gifts, including last-minute presents that are easy to craft for the big day. And if you don't consider yourself an expert DIYer, don't worry. This list is geared toward all skill levels, with some projects involving just some craft paint and paper and others that are a bit more complex. Regardless of what you choose, all of these gifts get one important Mother's Day message across — that you love her.
And if you're still looking for more ways to impress mom this year after checking out this list, browse all of our favorite Mother's Day ideas, from specific gifts for grandma to thoughtful presents for first-time moms and more.
Floral Wreath
DIY a floral wreath for a gift mom can also use as summertime decor. Start with a preserved boxwood wreath and layer in flowers with hot glue.
Painted Bangles
Paint your favorite (or mom's favorite) pattern on wooden bangles and gift her the perfect piece of colorful spring jewelry. Try stripes, rainbows or even polka dots — the design is all up to you!
Bath Salts
Help mom wind down this Mother's Day with homemade bath salts infused with lavender and rose essential oils.
Layered Paper Frames
Put mom's favorite family photo on display with this homemade layered paper frame. You'll need a Cricut machine and some sturdy card stock to get started.
DIY Tulipiere
A tulipiere is a tiered vessel used for flower arranging. To DIY your own, gather three vases (one being smaller than the last) with sturdy bottoms. Fill each layer with water and mom's favorite flowers.
Wooden Card Holder
This DIY wooden card holder adds a personal touch to any gift card. Plus, mom can put it on display once she's used all the funds.
Monogrammed Blanket
Everyone can use a good throw blanket, especially one with their initials on it. This blogger used a Cricut machine to cut out the monogram and then ironed it onto the blanket.
T-Shirt Tote
If mom has an old t-shirt she loves but never wears, transform it into a cute tote! You can also choose a t-shirt with an inspirational quote or graphic that reminds you of her. Either way, she'll be able to rock her customized tote on the go.
Photo Holder
Using a wood plaque, wooden letters and some paint, you can create a customized photo holder for mom. Attach your favorite photos or even a sentimental note for a decoration mom will keep on display year-round.
Decoupaged Jar Lids
Gather napkins, tissue paper or the fabric of your choice to transform leftover mason jars into vintage-style containers you can fill with dried flowers for decor.
Egg Carton Flower Wreath
Use leftover cardboard and egg cartons to DIY your own colorful flower wreath. Paint your "flowers," add a few pom poms and gift your masterpiece to mom to hang in the house.
Oyster Shell Trinket Dish
With some Mod Podge and patterned napkins, an oyster shell can be transformed into a work of decorative art — that can also hold Mom's rings and keys. You can tailor the design to her favorite colors and patterns, too.
Mother’s Day Medallion Pins
Let the mother figures in your life know they're the best by giving them award ribbons of their own, made from decorative paper and ribbons. At Crafting Cheerfully, you can download different options for the text in the center that you can print at home, or you can design and make your own.
LEGO-Stamed Heart Card
If you have extra LEGO bricks lying around — and who doesn't? — you can make this card with its cool-retro pixelated look. Kids will love building and stamping the heart, and then they can put their own message on the back.
Washi Tape Gift Card Holder
If you're giving a note, a homemade coupon or even a gift card (gasp!), you can make it look cute with these homemade gift-card holders, decorated with washi tape.
Pom-Pom Heart Box
This heart box looks so trendy and of-the-moment, it's hard to believe how easy it is to make at home (though it does require a Cricut). You can fill it with her favorite candies, notes or "mom coupons" before you give it to her.
Polymer Clay Necklace
Give Mom a pendant she'll be thrilled to wear year-round. This blogger used a clay jewelry starter kit to get her necklace project rolling, but all you need are clay, a clay roller, a needle tool and a blade.
Cupcake Liner Flower Card
Calling all littles! This project is super sweet, and can probably be made with items you have around the house already. Once the flowers are made, let them color the background to let their creativity loose.
Paper Disk Bracelets
Why do Swifties get to have all the bracelet fun? This paper craft that only requires three supplies: card stock, scissors and a lever punch (or a paper-cutting machine). You can customize them for Mom and make them in her favorite colors.
Floating Glitter Tumbler
Stanley who? Let Mom hydrate with an ultra-fun tumbler that stands out in a crowd. Simply decorate a clear tumbler or travel mug with glitter, sequins and metallic confetti.
Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.
Laura Millar (she/her) is the assistant lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home design. Prior to joining Good Housekeeping in 2024, she wrote for NBC's TODAY.com, where she covered everything from entertainment news to pop culture updates.
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