Gift ideas for moms: easy DIY presents for moms you can make at home
Your mom is the one person who is always there for you, who’s patient, caring and a shoulder to cry on. Especially on special occasions like birthdays, it's nice to give her something in return. It doesn't matter how big or expensive the gift for your mom is. What is important is that it comes from the heart. In this article, you'll find lots of inspiration on how to bring joy to your mom with heartfelt DIY ideas, wellness boxes and shared moments to treasure. There's guaranteed to be something suitable for every mom!
What gifts can I make at home for my mom?
Whether it's a birthday, Mother's Day, Christmas or simply a random token of appreciation, there are many wonderful occasions to give your mom a present. You can easily design a gift for your mom by yourself. We have put together four lovely DIY gift ideas for moms that you can easily make, even if you don't have any crafting experience:
A present for mom: put together a gift box
A gift box is always a great idea. It allows you to choose gifts carefully and arrange them beautifully. With a few specially selected items, you can turn it into a personal gift in no time at all.
Materials for the present for mom:
A pretty gift box
A few presents, e.g. a cosy jumper, a fluffy blanket or a scarf
Selected accessories such as a cute mug, a small potted plant, a scented candle or a good book.
Now arrange all the items in the box nicely and decorate them with a matching ribbon. Voilà! Your personal gift for mom is ready!
Tip: You can pick the treats for the gift box according to your mom's interests. For example, if she's a fan of cooking or baking, you could include a cookbook, an apron and a few regional specialities in the box.
Present ideas for mothers: a last minute invitation to a coffee date
Spending time together is one of the best gifts you can give your mom. How about an invitation to a coffee date? In addition, a homemade invitation is certain to put a smile on your mom’s face.
Materials for the present for mom:
A coffee filter
A black fineliner
White crafting paper
Floral decorations (e.g. dried flowers)
A pair of scissors
How to make the gift for mom:
Take a coffee filter and draw a small cup of coffee and a question mark on it with a fineliner.
Cut out a small card from the white crafting paper and stick it into the top of the filter. Write the time and date of your planned rendezvous. You can also add a few kind words.
Now all you need to do is add the finishing touches. Put a few small paper flowers, dried blossoms or a pretty decorative element inside the filter. Your last-minute invitation is ready to be handed over!
Tip: Your mom doesn’t drink coffee? No problem! Simply adapt the invitation to an afternoon tea date, a cosy brunch or an evening with homemade cocktails. Instead of a coffee filter, you can use a pretty envelope or a homemade card that you can decorate to your heart’s content.
Gifts for moms: a DIY photo frame box
If you want to give your mom a special treat, you can make her a picture frame box with photos of shared moments. The flowers in the centre of the box will give it that certain je ne sais quoi and make your gift extra special.
Materials for the present for mom:
4 picture frames of the same size
A hot glue gun
4 printed photos
Florist’s clay
Flowers (e.g. artificial flowers, real flowers or a pot plant)
How to make the mother-daughter gift for mom:
Insert the printed photos of your favourite moments into the picture frames.
Now glue the four picture frames together at the ends with hot glue to create a stable square.
Time to add the flower decorations. Place some florist’s clay in the centre of the picture frame box and insert fresh or artificial flowers. If you are using real flowers, simply moisten the cuttings slightly beforehand. This will keep the flowers fresh for longer. Alternatively, you can also place a small pot plant inside.
Gift for mom: invitation to a shopping spree
An invitation to a day of shopping together is a great gift for moms who love fashion and enjoy strolling through the malls. Put a few accessories together as a clue. Alternatively, you could fill a handbag or a shopper with the chosen items.
For this gift, you can let your creativity run wild and choose items that you may need for your shopping day, such as stylish sunglasses, a chic handbag, comfortable trainers and a water bottle. Sun cream or a coffee-to-go mug are also a great addition.
Tip: If you're planning a shopping trip, you can also add a gift card as a present.
You can easily adapt the theme of this gift idea. For example, for a weekend away, you could add a speciality from the region, travel tickets or a postcard.
Gift ideas for moms: ideas & tips
Can't find a suitable gift for your mom amongst our DIY ideas? Then get inspired and check out even more great gift ideas for moms here:
Wellness gifts for moms
A gift set with a bathrobe, a candle, a face mask and a book
A voucher for a relaxing massage
A voucher for a pedicure and manicure
A voucher for a trip to the spa together
Gift ideas for moms who enjoy gardening
A seed bomb with an array of colourful flowers
Solar-powered lights for the garden
New garden tools
A small, raised garden bed
Gift ideas for moms who enjoy cooking and baking
A cookbook/baking book by your favourite author
A coffee, wine or chocolate tasting together
New kitchen utensils
Decorative baking utensils
Personalised wooden cutting boards
A pretty gift box with culinary specialities, e.g. wine, antipasti
Gifts for moms: adventures, excursions and special experiences
A creative course, e.g. painting course, pottery course or floristry workshop
A city tour with a theme
An invitation to an open-air cinema or concert
A laid-back boat trip with dinner on board
A hiking tour together with a picnic
A visit to an amusement park, museum or theatre
Tip: Still need a gift for Mother's Day? Then you'll find some magical gift ideas in our article ‘Last-minute gifts for Mother's Day’.
How to find the perfect gift for your mom
A nice gift for your mom doesn't have to be big, elaborate or expensive, it just has to come from the heart. You could surprise her with a creative DIY gift, such as shared photo memories, plan an outing together, a shopping day or give her a little time out all to herself. There are many ways in which you can put a smile on your mom’s face and show your appreciation.
