Mother’s Day is right around the corner and this Mother’s Day is like no other! Since the kids aren’t bringing home anything crafty from school this year, you might want to think about making something special with the kids at home. Yeah, we are talking to you, Dad. Time to get creative! Whether you choose to do a DIY craft made from the heart or to pamper her at home instead, this will be the most memorable Mother’s Day for years to come. Now gather up your materials and let us help you think of some fun ways to let Mom know just how special she is.
Keepsakes- Add a personal touch by creating a handprint, a thumb print or a foot print on a shirt, on a mug, in a picture frame, or on a plate… the ideas are endless and the memories will last a lifetime. Here are just some of our favorites butterfly handprint cards, handprint flower bouquet , salt dough handprint keepsakes and Stepping stone hand print for the garden.
Creative Writing- Who doesn’t love a sweet poem about Mom? At any age, we can always think of ways to tell Mom how much we love her. Here is an example of a questioner that your child can fill out that let’s mom know just how much she is loved! You can make this for any age by changing the questions to fit your child.
Plants- Get down and dirty by painting your own flower pot and placing a handmade or store bought flower inside or you could make a very low maintenance terrarium. For step by step directions on how to create a terrarium click here
Mother’s Day Messages- Go on a hunt around your yard for just the right sized rocks then paint your own special message on them just for Mom’s garden. This craft will be sure to brighten up anyone’s day!
DIY Jewelry- Make mom a new fashion accessory like a beaded necklace, bracelet or even a Pasta necklace like this one.
Painting- Paint a picture of Mommy and me on a canvas, plate, mug, pot holder or tea towel. Click here for an idea.
Color a Puzzle- Right now I’m sure a puzzle will be a huge hit and will say I love you to pieces. Order one from Amazon, Michael’s or Target and color it yourself. Check out Snapfish or Shutterfly where you can put your own picture on the puzzle.
DIY Soap- Create Mom her very own signature soap then draw her a Bath and let her relax. Click here for directions.
Clay hand Jewelry Holder- Here’s a Stay at home gift that will have mom in the palm of your hand. Click here for directions
DIY Candle- Melt down some left over candles laying around or even crayons, just be sure to add a couple drops of her favorite scent. Click here to see how
Recycled Art Notebook- Collect all of the kids art they made throughout the years and bind them together into a notebook or scrapbook.
DIY Dreamcatcher- Take all of your Mother’s bad dreams away with these very simple instructions on how to make a whimsical Dreamcatcher. Click here
DIY Windchime- Give Mom a gift of outdoor peace. Choose from 8 different DIY windchimes by clicking here
Stay at Home Pampering- Not feeling very crafty, that’s okay, chances are Mom’s are in desperate need of quality R&R. While you might not be able to give her the full spa experience at home, you can check a few things off her ever-growing list like manis and pedis. Grab a few nail polish options (or press-ons, if it's easier), and let her sit back and relax while you do the work.
