9 Homemade Mother's Day Gifts She's Sure to Love

1. Marbled Clay Ring Dish

A Beautiful Mess
What woman doesn't struggle to keep track of her rings? Help Mom corral them with a cheerful dish, made from colorful oven-bake clay and gold paint.

Get the how-to at A Beautiful Mess »

2. Watercolor Treat Boxes

Paint the Gown Red
A box of homemade cookies is alway welcome, but add that extra touch by packing them up in these pretty watercolor boxes.

Get the how-to at Paint the Gown Red »

3. Geode Wine Stoppers

Kendall-Jackson
Keep that red wine fresh with these cute, handmade geode stoppers. BThis super-simple DIY will take you less than 15 minutes.

Get the how-to at Kendall-Jackson »

4. Marble Cutting Board

The Merrythought
This dual-toned marble cutting board is a classy gift for mothers who love entertaining as much as they love a good brie.

Get the how-to at The Merrythought »

5. Patterned Toiletry Bag

My Poppet
Help your mom wrangle her travel musts with this adorable zippered bag — just pick a fabric that matches her personality. Beginner sewers, take note: It's an easy project.

Get the how-to at My Poppet »

6. Lemon Bath Bomb

A Pumpkin & A Princess
A special day should end with a relaxing soak in the tub. A glass of wine and candles are nice, but this lovely lemon bath bomb makes it complete.

Get the how-to at A Pumpkin & A Princess »

7. Glass Candles

Lana Red Studio
Keep her home smelling sweet with these handmade candles, made by pouring wax into cocktail glasses. Choose her favorite scents or repurpose a half-used candle.

Get the how-to at Lana Red Studio »

8. Leather Keychains

The Kettle Black
Upgrade her keyring with these leather (or pleather!) pulls. Use a rotary punch and metal letter stamps to monogram them for a personalized touch.

Get the how-to at The Kettle Black »

9. Matchbook Bouquet

Oh Happy Day
Send tiny flowers to the far-away moms you love. Don't let their miniature size daunt you; they're not hard to make — all you need is patience.

Get the how-to at Oh Happy Day »

More Ideas from House Beautiful:
• Stunning Floral Arrangements for Mother's Day
• 8 DIY Shortcuts to a More Colorful, Joyful Home
• Creative Ways to Fake a Bar in Your House


By Jamie Wiebe

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