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85 Mother’s Day Gifts Mom Will Love! (2025)

May 4, 2025 By Heidi 26 Comments

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Searching for the BEST Mother’s Day Gifts for your sweet Mom?  Whether you’re looking for personalized Mother’s Day Gifts or just a sweet little surprise, here’s what she REALLY wants…

Be sure to check out these fun Mason Jar Gift Ideas, too!

Mother's Day Gifts

Mother’s Day Gifts

Need a good idea for Mother’s Day Gifts for Mom or Grandma?  I’ve got you covered! 

You’ve just hit the gift giving inspiration jackpot with this BIG List of Creative Mother’s Day Gift Ideas!

Keisha writes: "There are some terrific ideas here!"

If you haven’t snatched up a gift for your sweet mama yet, it’s time to check out this HUGE list of fun gifts she’ll love!  

From sweet & silly gifts for Mom to unique homemade gifts, there’s something fun for everyone!

Sometimes moms can be a little tricky to find gifts for, right?

Well, you’re in the right place.

I’ve rounded up the best Mother’s Day Gifts that are always a hit!

Finding creative, fun gifts for Mom and Grandma is going to get a whole lot easier with these creative new ideas.

Here’s what your mom REALLY wants this year…

Personalized Mother’s Day Gifts

There’s nothing moms love more than a sweet personalized gift.  And what better way to personalize a gift than with fingerprints, handprints, and footprints?  

These gifts will be cherished for years to come!  

Fingerprint Flower Pot

My sweet little man made this for me in when he was six, and I just LOVE it!  

I know your Mom or Grandma will cherish theirs, too!

Fingerprint Flower Pot Craft

8 Fun Handprint and Footprint Canvas Art Ideas

Turning your child’s handprints and footprints into canvas art is another fun do it yourself Mother’s Day Gift!

More Good Mother’s Day Gifts

Here are some sweet Mother’s Day Gift Ideas shared by your frugal friends…

Patti writes: “I gave a purse with a whole bunch of $1 bills in it.  My mom LOVED the gift.”

Terri writes: “Best gift I ever got mom was an electric photo frame that anyone can email pictures to & she can see her great grandchildren or anyone no matter the distance.”

Kim writes: “My mother-in-law feeds the birds and squirrel so I go to the local farms and get her large bags of dried corn on the cob that will last all winter.  Large bags are net 50# size, I get about 10 bags.”

Thanks a Latte Gift Card Holder

Does your Mom love coffee?  Here’s a super CUTE way to package up a coffee gift card!

Thanks a Latte Starbucks Gift Card Holder

DIY Wildflower Seed Balls

Michelle writes: “I made these this weekend with my 3 year old. My church is giving them away on Mother’s Day to all the moms. They are packaged in little treat bags with labels and two shades of ribbon to tie it together.”

Mason Jar Herb Garden

Christie writes: “These are all such fantastic ideas to share! My mother loves to garden and I bet she would love the herb garden idea!”

32 Gardening Gift Ideas

If your Mom enjoys gardening, this list is for you! 

Fun Gardening Gift Ideas

Dry Orange Slice Mason Jar Candle Holders

Mariette writes: “What a lovely thing to easily make yourself at home.  The mason jar candle idea is lovely”

Sweet Orange Sugar Scrub

Angie writes: “I made this last night and the smell is amazing!”

DIY Orange Sugar Scrub Recipe

Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub

Allison writes: “This stuff is amazing! It worked really well and my hands felt really smooth after this. I’m making some to give as a gift”

Lavender Sugar Scrub Recipe

Homemade Bath Salts

Marilyn writes: “These are great gift ideas.”

Homemade Bath Salts Recipe with Jasmine

Homemade Soy Candles

Sarah writes: “I did lavender scent. This was a super easy project!”

How to Make Soy Candles

Bath and Body Works Candles and Lotions

Bath and Body Works Coupon

Homemade Lotion Bars

Kim writes: “Great DIY! So easy to make and perfect for gifts!”

Whipped Body Butter Recipe

Donna writes: “I make body butter every year for gifts. It is highly popular & I often get the empty jars back hoping for refills.”

How to Make Whipped Body Butter

Coconut Oil Cuticle Cream

Coconut Oil Cuticle Cream DIY

Beauty Sponges

Lip Scrub

Michelle writes: “Love how natural and easy it is to make a DIY lip scrub!”

DIY Lip Scrub Recipe

Homemade Coconut Oil Lip Balm

Beeswax Coconut Oil Lip Balm

Pamper Yourself Gift in a Jar

Patti writes: “Such a clever and inexpensive way to give a gift”

Pamper Yourself Gifts in a Jar Gift

Movie Night at Home Gift

Movie Night at Home Gift Idea Easy

Summer in a Bucket

Summer in a Bucket Gift Idea

How to Make Photo Coasters

Cassandra writes: “I love this craft. They turned out GREAT!! Thank you.”

How to Make Photo Coasters from Tiles Easy

Cute Marble Magnets

Amanda writes: “I just finished making a set of these for a present and they turned out AMAZING.”

Marshalls and HomeGoods Home Decor

Marshalls Hacks

DIY Personalized Clipboard

Cindy writes: “I made some of these for gifts Turned out SUPER SUPER cute!!”

Clipboard Crafts Easy Tutorial

Homemade DIY Wool Dryer Balls

Cheryl writes: “Make great little gifts”

DIY Wool Dryer Balls

Homemade Pancake Mix in a Jar Gift Idea

Cindy writes: “A wonderful gift idea”

Apple Pie Filling for Canning Recipe

Dawn writes: “Makes such a delicious pie.”

Crockpot Peach Butter Recipe

Strawberry Jam Canning Recipe

Kathy writes: “Very easy recipe, makes a beautiful jam fit for gift giving”

Strawberry Jam Recipe for Canning

Easy Homemade Blackberry Jam

Rachael writes: “Turned out fantastic! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, as I’ve never made jam or canned before!  I will most definitely be making this again and gifting it to friends and family!”

Raspberry Jam Recipe for Canning

Pilar writes: “Perfect for Summer and for gifting! Thanks for sharing!”

Raspberry Jam Recipe for Canning

Homemade Sourdough Starter

Nancy writes: “I love sourdough bread, but a loaf can get expensive so easily. Pretty cool that you can also share the starter as a gift as well!”

Best Homemade Brownie Mix Recipe

Dawn writes: “This is such a great homemade food gift!!”

Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe

Veronica writes: “I love how easy this is!”

Lemon Mug Cake Recipe

Kelly writes: “Wow! I can’t believe how quick and easy this is!”

Vanilla Cake in a Mug Recipe

BIG List of Gifts in a Jar

I Love You to Pieces Gift in a Jar Craft

Kitchen Essentials at TJ Maxx

TJ Maxx Rae Dunn Finds

No Sew Fleece Blanket

Sherry writes: “They make great gifts!  Made them for my family a few years ago and they still cuddle with them!!”

No Sew Fleece Blanket Tutorial

DIY Rice Sock Heating Pad

Mrs S. writes: “Easy and worked like a charm.”

DIY Rice Sock Heating Pad

Cozy Socks

Funny Silly Socks Cozy

Kickies: Affordable, All-day Comfort, Vegan, Non-slip, Lightweight

Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat

Storii Gift Box for Creating Family Stories

More Gift Ideas

So now that you’ve loaded up these fabulous Mother’s Day Gift ideas, there’s only one thing left to do.

Get inspired with even more creative Gift Giving Ideas…

Best New Mom Gift Ideas

Whether you’re looking for trendy new mom gifts, first time mom gift basket fillers, or just some unique gifts for new moms, you’ve come to the right place!

Best Grandma Gift Ideas

Are you wondering what to Get Grandma?  Check out this HUGE list of Fun Grandma Gift Ideas she’ll love!

Unique Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Dad

Are you ready to spoil Dad with fun (and funny) gifts? Check out this HUGE list of the best Father’s Day Gift Ideas!

Father's Day Gift Ideas for Dad Fun

Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him

Whether you’re looking for a first Valentine gift for your boyfriend, sweet gift ideas for your husband, or just some fun non cheesy valentine’s day gifts for him, you’ve just hit the jackpot!

 

Best Gifts for College Students

Get ready to spoil the young adults you love with these fun and creative Gifts for College Students!

Gifts for College Students Ideas

Good Teacher Gifts

This BIG List of Gift Ideas are the Teacher Gifts They Actually Want!

Teacher Gift Ideas

BIG List of Creative CoWorker Gift Ideas

Take the awkward out of buying boss and coworker gifts for people at work with this HUGE List of Popular Coworker Gift Ideas!

101 Gifts in a Jar Recipes

From baking mixes and canning recipes to beauty salts & scrubs, and candles to seasoning blends, these quick & easy homemade gift ideas are the perfect way to check some more gifts off your list!

Best Coffee Lover Gift Ideas (fun gifts)

Infusing coffee into just about anything is a great way to generate excitement and buzz.

Fun Foodie Gifts

These budget-friendly and creative gift ideas are guaranteed to please your food-loving friends and family!

Fun Foodie Gifts

Best Dog Gift Ideas

Give your doggie what they really really really want this year!

Best Dog Gift Ideas

Creative Hostess Gift Ideas

Before you head out to your next dinner party with friends or family, check out these thoughtful, Inexpensive Hostess Gift Ideas so you don’t show up empty handed!

Creative Hostess Gift Ideas

More Frugal Gift Ideas

From unique birthday gifts to hilarious stocking stuffers, and sweet keepsakes to romantic surprise gifts, there’s something fun for everyone!  Finding the perfect gift has never been so fun!

I’ve included creative ideas for Dad, Boyfriends, Kids, Teen Girls, Teen Boys, Grandpa, Grandma, Teachers, Coworkers, Foodies, Coffee Lovers, Dogs and more!

So what are your favorite creative Mother’s Day gift ideas??

Leave a comment and share…

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    • Abigail Sotto Raines says

      May 8, 2025 at 2:12 pm

      I better send this off to my children so they know what to get for me! 🙂 What a great collection you have here, and any mom would be delighted to get any of these!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 12, 2025 at 2:07 pm

        Thank you so much Abigail. It really is a great list to share. The ideas are budget friendly and can make such fun keepsakes.

        Reply
    • CoCo says

      May 8, 2025 at 12:47 pm

      So many fantastic ideas, Heidi! I feel like these would be great for Mother’s Day but also to gift friends, loved ones and neighbors throughout the year too. I’m definitely bookmarking this post so I can refer to it often. They’re all so good! Hugs, CoCo

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 12, 2025 at 2:08 pm

        I am so glad you liked this Mother’s day gift giving resource. Have a beautiful week!

        Reply
    • Jenna | Heavenly Spiced says

      May 8, 2025 at 10:33 am

      Absolutely love the DIY ideas! It makes it even more special giving a gift you made with your own two hands. Mom would appreciate that, I’m sure! Thank you for sharing these Mother’s Day gift ideas!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 12, 2025 at 2:09 pm

        I agree. Giving something you’ve made yourself is the perfect way to express love!

        Reply
    • Her Digital Coffee says

      May 6, 2025 at 10:58 am

      These are such thoughtful gift ideas for Mother’s Day! I love the homemade ideas, they add a special and personal touch. Thanks for the suggestions!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:48 pm

        Thank you! Finding a thoughtful gift can be hard, but not with homemade gifts. Everything can be personalized and made with love.

        Reply
    • Kim Lange says

      May 6, 2025 at 6:24 am

      All really cool ideas! I especially love the mason jar herbs!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:46 pm

        I agree. It’s the perfect time of year to give an herb garden!

        Reply
    • Jeff the Chef says

      May 6, 2025 at 6:21 am

      That is an incredible array of gift ideas!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:45 pm

        Thank you so much! Giving homemade gifts is always a good choice!

        Reply
    • David @ Spiced says

      May 6, 2025 at 4:45 am

      Wow there are so many awesome ideas here! I’m saving this list not only for this year…but next year and the year after, too! Those marble magnets are really creative and fun!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:44 pm

        The marble magnets are a fun craft that even the kiddos can do!

        Reply
    • Kathrine Eldridge says

      May 6, 2025 at 3:48 am

      So many fabulous gift ideas! I should send this post to my kids. Thanks for the recs!

      https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:43 pm

        Thank you so much! I hope you have a fabulous time with your family, Happy Mother’s Day!

        Reply
    • Lisa's Notebook says

      May 6, 2025 at 12:37 am

      Mother’s Day is earlier in the UK but I would have LOVED to receive the Sweet Orange Scrub and the Wildflower Seed Balls – bookmarking this to show my daughter for next year, what a fab round up of ideas, Heidi!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:42 pm

        Thank you so much. You have the most beautiful Spring garden, so I bet you have some extra fabulous garden gift ideas, too!

        Reply
    • Delphine BR says

      May 5, 2025 at 10:41 pm

      Merci pour ces idées
      Bises

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:38 pm

        De rien, passez une belle journée!

        Reply
    • Veronica Lee says

      May 5, 2025 at 7:34 pm

      Fantastic collection of ideas!
      There’s something special about giving homemade gifts; they have that personal touch that makes them even more meaningful.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:38 pm

        Exactly, everything is more meaningful when it’s hand made.

        Reply
    • Michelle says

      May 5, 2025 at 10:36 am

      What an awesome and comprehensive gift guide for Mom!! Homemade gifts are the best 🙂

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:39 pm

        I am so glad you liked them. Giving something homemade is such a fun way to share some love.

        Reply
    • Dawn says

      May 5, 2025 at 9:01 am

      You have some great ideas for Mother’s Day gifts. I like anything that is homemade.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2025 at 12:40 pm

        Thank you so much. It really is so fun to give something with a personalized touch.

        Reply

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