Mother’s Day Gifts & How to Make the Day More Special
Are you looking for ways to make Mother’s Day feel special? In this post I’m sharing ideas for just that, as well as my favorite picks for the absolute best Mother’s Day gifts ~ no matter what type of mom yours is!
Time certainly goes by quickly in our busy lives, so if you’re anything like me, you haven’t given much thought to your Mother’s Day gifts yet. I’m a terrible procrastinator and I usually end up sending flowers simply because I wait too long, and then everything I do like is sold out!
So this year I’ve started a little earlier, and I’ve set out to find fun, interesting, and beautiful gifts that any mom would want. So whether your mom is into the traditional gifts of jewelry and beauty items, is the creative type, or loves staying home, I think you’ll find the perfect gift for her!
And if you’re buying for your daughter, aunt, sister, or friend, there’s something for her as well. And of course, feel free to send this list to your husband or partner.
Hint, hint. 😉
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This pretty embroidered pintuck blouse makes a lovely and versatile gift.
All the PHLUR scents have a cult following, but I’m especially partial to the Vanilla Skin scent.
This is the perfect sunhat. Provides great coverage and has a tie, which is hard to find!
Shea McGee shared these crystal earrings recently and I couldn’t order them fast enough! They work as well for an evening out as they do with a t-shirt and jeans.
This quilted carry-all tote is lightweight, roomy, and perfect for summer travel (and is similar to my MZ Wallace tote for a fraction of the price!)
You can’t beat a classic and beautiful brass frame – add a family pic and you’ve got the perfect gift!
This scalloped glass pitcher would be gorgeous addition to any table (and it’s on my wishlist!)
Any woman appreciates a great candle, and the Voluspa Vanilla Sunday candle smells soo good!
The prettiest (all-cotton!) toile robe – and it can be monogrammed, too!
This layered Y-style necklace is the perfect gift for almost any woman (and it’s currently on sale!)
This pajama set is soft and comfy, and comes in over 10 colors.
These “Mama Bear” slippers would be perfect for a new mom.
If your family is like ours and loves puzzles, this floral specimen puzzle is perfect for spring.
Ideas for Making this Mother’s Day More Special
Whether these are things you do for yourself, or encourage your own mom to do, I think they can go a long way to making it feel like extra special!
- Make sure to have a special meal. Whether that’s breakfast in bed made by your husband and children, a take-out meal so you don’t have to cook, or a big brunch, make sure at least one of the three meals that day is more than average – and that you aren’t the one to cook it!
- And while you’re at it, be sure to eat dessert. This isn’t something I eat every day, but I think a holiday calls for it. It just feels inherently special when there’s a gorgeous dessert involved so treat yourself!
- Maybe buy some flowers when you’re at the grocery store that week. Of course, if your husband or children think to buy them, that’s even better! But if not, add them to the cart when you’re there and set them on the table in a pretty vase. They will make you smile all weekend. 🙂
- Stream (or rent) a movie. This is not something we’ve ever done on Mother’s Day, but I’m planning on doing it this year! And of course, it will be my choice. So if I want Sound of Music or Something’s Gotta Give for the 7th time, no one’s allowed to complain 😉
- Do something as a family. This could be something as simple as going for a drive, taking a hike, or playing a family game. Of course, you could also go out to a movie, museum, play, or brunch. Just so it’s something you don’t do on a typical weekend.
- Arrange to do some things for your mom she can’t do herself, or likewise, have your husband finish those ‘honey-do’s’ he’s been promising you. Sometimes this can be the best gift ever!
I hope this has given you some ideas for great Mother’s Day gifts, as well as ways to make the day feel special! I think the most important thing is that the day feels out-of-the-ordinary in some way.
That can be the typical restaurant brunch if you choose (this is your day after all!) but it could also be something as simple as a hike or a picnic in the park.
Just because you celebrate with simple pleasures doesn’t make it any less festive, or special. In fact, sometimes those turn out to be the best days of all.
Wishing you all a wonderful Mother’s Day – no matter who you spend it with.
Sheila
xo
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