These 100+ gift ideas for moms, are broke down into 11 different categories and are here to get you thinking and planning, Enjoy!
Photo Gift Ideas For Moms
One of my favorite types of gifts to give to my Mother has to be “photo gifts”.
Each photo gift is as unique as it’s photo. Plus, who couldn’t love something with a photo of their child, grand baby, or pup plastered on it!
The two places I recommend to purchase photo gifts are wallmart.com and Shutterfly.com . And if you do not have access to a computer, Shutterfly has a great app you can download for free, making editing/ shopping via smart phone so much easier! They currently sell small photo books for 9.99 FREE SHIPPING! I made my dad one of our hunting adventures together and he LOVED it! I’ve also done a “my first year” with each page displaying each month of my babies first year, these were priceless.
Listed below are some of my faves in the “photo gift” category. But don’t stop here, pull up one of those sites for yourself and see the endless options! Seriously they are practically endless ❤️ Just remember, these take a little longer to have made so you will want to get them ordered ASAP!
1. Photo blanket
2. Photo book (aka digital scrapbook)
3. Phone case
4. iPad case
5. Laptop vinyl sleeve
6. Desk cubby
7. Pillow
8. Photo keychain
9. Canvas portrait
10. Wallet
11. Wall calendar
12. Mouse pad
13. Portable phone charger
14. Canvas tote bag
15. Travel mug
16. Coasters
17. Canvas tote
18. Cell phone battery pack
19. Puzzle
20. Notebook
21. Luggage tag
22. Grocery bag
23. Can Coozie
24. Pop socket
25. T- shirt
26. Maganet
*Many of these double as “useful” gifts!
PERSONALIZED Gift Ideas For Moms
My second favorite type of gift would have to be “personalized gifts”. Personalized gifts are great for moms, especially those entering the grandparent stage!
Personalized, meaning some sort of writing has been added to an item, making it uniquely special to the receiver.
This can be done on so many items and in many different ways.
There are several places that offer personalized items for sale. Personally Wallmart.com is once again one of my favorite places to special order this type of item. Go directly to their website and enter personalized gifts in the Walmart search engine to see the multiple options they have to offer. You can also make many of these yourself.
Here are a few personalized options that are common.
1. Door mat
2. mug
3. Handkerchief
4. T-shirt
5. Sweat shirt
6. Coffee mug
7. Keychain
8. Purse
9. Cookie jar
10. Bumper stickers
11. Dish towel & hot pad
12. Apron
13. Soap dispenser
14. Casserole carrier
15. Pillow case
16. Garden stone
17. Throw
18. Ink pen
19. Wallet/Change purse
20. Purse
21. Luggage bag
22. Book bag
23.Pie Dish
‘Just for you’ Gift Ideas
Sometimes it really is the thought that counts and these “just for you” gift ideas for moms, will really COUNT!
Have you ever received something you really love that didn’t really cost that much? Even if it was just a giant bag of Hershey kisses…❤️❤️ If that is your favorite candy, it means SO MUCH MORE then just “candy”.
How about taking this “thoughtfulness” to the next level and making a gift basket, bag or box full of your mom’s favorite items.
Now that would be a pretty sweet gift to receive. 😎
Don’t have the time for that much detailed shopping and planning? You could purchase something they are specifically asking for or you can always do a gift card. 😉
Gifting Gift Cards
Here are a few fun ways to give gift cards to your Mother this Mothers day.
1. Place one or more gift cards inside of a new wallet. The ladies photo wallet from Shutterfly is my favorite.
2. Frame it! there are several cute framed gift card ideas on the internet now days “simply Google” for more inspiration in this area!
3. Give a gift card with a small gift to keep yourself from “just giving a gift card”. Tuck the card in a shirt sleeve, or use it as a name tag.
Useful Gift ideas
This tactic might be your answer if there is a specific item your mother is wanting. For example, I typically wouldn’t go purchase my mom a mop or broom for Christmas , but if I new for a fact that she really wanted a specific “mop” , vacuum attachment or even a certain vacuum, then yes this could be a great gift idea.
Useful gifts don’t always have to include work either. Other examples of useful gifts could be a new phone case, a summer wreath, or even a cute planner with matching pens .
Keep your ears and eyes open, you might be surprised what all is on their secret wish list .
Gift Ideas For Moms That Don’t Need Anything!
Maybe you are blessed with one of those loving Mothers who doesn’t need or want a thing! That’s great… until a holiday rolls around 😬🤷♀️.
If this explains your situation then this is your gift category! “ACTIONS”
How can you gift an Action?
You could ask your Mom what they need help with or you can choose something that they would love to do with you, giving them less chance to turn down the offer.
Some action gift ideas might include a day or evening of :
1. House cleaning
2.Cleaning out their car
3.Schedule a family photo shoot or do one yourself!
4.Help them clean out the building, attic, or spare room.
5.Commit an entire day to help with “whatever they want”.
6.Remodel
7.Bathe their pets
8.Do a paint job
9.Try out your organization on a room
10.Scan old Photos in
“Experience” Gift Ideas For Moms
Another option to replace a tangible gift would be the gift of “experiences”.
We often relate this gift to a child’s gift, like a zoo trip ect but it doesn’t need to stop with the kids, many adults (moms) like experiences too! I’ll never forget my first year married into the family, I planned a girls day out and me and my new sister in laws kidnaped my Mother In Law for an entire day. We planned all her favorite things and made her feel special. She has often brought up that day as one of her most treasured memories.
Here are a few “experiences” your mom (or Mother In Law) might enjoy. Consider typing up a formal invitation, coupon, or giving her a marked calendar to give this type of gift to her.
1. Take her out for dinner
2. Plan a one on one “mommy & me” date, like when you were young
3. Take your mom shopping
4. Enjoy their favorite hobby with them
5. Plan a Vacation for her or take them along on yours
6. Go to an escape room
7. Include them in a special family day, with their part “on the house”
8. Go see a new state
9. Enjoy a picnic at a local park
10. Rent a boat for the day
11. Make dinner for her
12. Plan a family get together
13. Live out of town? surprise her for the day
FOOD GIFT Ideas For Moms
Bake or purchase your Mothers favorite dinner or dessert. Most of us, LOVE food!
A candy bouquet I made
1. Make a gift basket full of her favorite snacks (Check out my link below on How to make a gift basket)
2. Make a bouquet of candies.
3. Freeze a month worth of meals. (I did this for my Mother In Law and she litterly cried!)
4. Give her a old fashion grocery pounding
5. Make some pre- prepared soup mixes.
6. Make your own homemade barbecue sauce (mines linked below!) pair it with some a personalized grilling tool or seasonings.
7. Mix together a batch of homemade coco mix to go in some personalized coffee mugs.
Your Childs Creativity Is A Great Gift Idea For Moms
Use your kids creativity to elaborate, and in a way, personalize, tons of traditional items.
Grab a sharpie, some finger paint, or even tye-dye and let your kids doodle away. You can also help them out with some cute quotes found online or dated hand prints for a treasured time capsule. Some great items to “decorate” would be…
1. t-shirts
2. ball caps
3. work gloves
4. socks
5. coffee mug
6. hammer handle
7. Pillow case (Check link below on how to do these)
8. Dish towel
9. Magnet
10. Framed art (hand prints etc)
*add paint medium to acrylic paint to make permanent fabric paint! Just be sure to follow the instructions. (link below)
Creativity Elaborated
For a little more elaborate version of creativity, you can copy quotes or drawings to items with Cricut vynel, wood burner, or etching cream, these craft tools can make wonderful parent gift ideas.
Great starters for etching cream are…
1.Glass casserole dishes
2.Mason jar drinking glasses
3.Glass pie dish
Great for wood burning
1.Wooden spoons
2.Wooden cutting board
3.wooden craft plaque
Subscription Gift Ideas For Moms
Do you need something worth a little more value but still quick, useful & small? How about an online subscription?
Last year we purchased a 6 month Harry’s razor subscription for my Father-in-law. He already used and loved Harry’s razors so this was a pretty easy but appreciated choice. And yes Harry’s now offers a adorable ladies version razor!
Great Subscription ideas would be …
1.Harry’s shave club Harry’s is not just for men now! They have ladies razor options too! https://www.harrys.com/en/us/signup
2.Scribid audio/e-book club. It includes TONS of audio books, readable E-books along with magazines and PDF files all open for unlimited reading every month for just $9.99! I love being a member of scribid! They are currently offering 1mo free trial!Check it out here! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/scribd-audiobooks-ebooks/id542557212
3.Sams club or Cisco membership Give your parents an excuse to shop at the place they love w/out the extra expense this year. You may receive a discount purchasing if you are currently a member. https://www.samsclub.com/sams/pagedetails/content.jsp?pageName=aboutSams
4.Loose It So this gift is not for everyone but maybe you have a mom that has been trying several Weight loss programs, looking for the one she loves, this may be that one! Let them try it for free (only if they want too!) they may enjoy it even better with you https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lose-it-calorie-counter/id297368629
3. Apple Music (for iPhone users) Tons of free music all for a small price per mo! They usually offer free trials too! (PS) if you already have Apple Music you may be able to “add” a subscription for even cheaper. https://www.apple.com/apple-music/
4.LOCAL CAR WASH MEMBERSHIPS are a great option
5.Magazine subscriptions
My grandmothers love Taste of home & Birds n blooms magazines. These are super affordable gift, often under $10 a year! Special Offer | Taste of Home
6.Amazon Prime. Wouldn’t that make a great gift!
7.Cricut Access. For the craft lover Mother! https://inspiration.cricut.com/what-is-cricut-access/
8.AAA road side assistance Have parents that love to travel? Give mom the comfort of mind with a AAA membership
9.XM Radio If your mom loves those old time radio show, this may be the perfect gift ideas for your mom!
10. Walmart Plus Yes Please!
… Keep reading for bonus money saving tips while shopping for your gift ideas this Mothers Day
1. Many of the “action gifts” are great for those tight on finances. Remember it’s the thought that counts!
2. Are you the crafty type? Put that creativity to use. Even if your new to crafting, you tube has made it so much easier for beginners with many step by step video guides.
The Personalized gift category is a great place to start. You can personalize many things yourself using paint, etching cream, thread, iron on’s and Vynal applications.
You don’t have to have a Cricut to personalize things. Although if you do, your options just expanded!
3. If you order a gift, consider having it shipped directly to the receiver to save on shipping cost. Some companies even provide free gift wrapping, and many others offer it for a small fee.
4. Have some items you need to re-gift? Add them to a smaller gift or a gift basket to spruce it up!
5. Don’t forget to price match by doing a quick Google search to make sure you are saving as much as possible.
6.Once you have purchased your gifts, don’t forget to scan your receipts into FETCH REWARDS to save points that add up to real cash gift cards! I just exchanged some of this years points for a $25 apple gift card, that I got, just for scanning receipts!
What I love about FETCH is that you don’t have to go through and choose the rewards you want to use, you just scan the receipt & Fetch does it for you and to make it even better, you have 2 whole weeks to get your receipt submitted.
If you do not have Fetch you need to sign up before the holiday shopping begins, in case you do, here is my referral code. Use THIS LINK and we’ll both get 2,000 pts! https://fetchrewards.onelink.me/vvv3/referraltext?code=UNCBY
Thanks in advance! 😜.
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Other Related Links
– Shutterfly (photo gifts) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/shutterfly-cards-gifts/id309465525
Paint Medium (add to acrilic craft paint for a permanent fabric paint!) I have only used the generic version of this brand from Walmart but it works great. https://amzn.to/3CCv8Nj
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Apple Gift Card https://amzn.to/3bzMNck
