From Etsy with love: 18 unique Mother’s Day gift ideas that show you care

Without mothers, you wouldn’t be here to read this and there would be nothing here to read. Their importance in our lives cannot be overstated. They are simply amazing.

While it should realistically take place over a period of several weeks, their holiday is just 24 hours long. On that day, we shower them with love and gifts and food. Whatever they want.

But, what do they want? What should you get them? Why weren’t you taking notes all year to know the very specific amazing thing that will make her beam with joy?

A bunch of great Mother’s Day gift ideas

Well, we may not know exactly what the mothers in your life want, but we’ve got a bunch of good ideas. And, you need some good ideas.

All from small Etsy shops and across a variety of gift categories, we’ve got a fine list of fine goods for all sorts of mothers.

Arts & crafts

Sheroes of Our Time - A Feminist Coloring Book

A great way for her to zen out this Mother’s Day is by coloring in the portraits of strong women. You might want to grab the giant pack of crayons to go with this one.

Photo courtesy: TheBraveWimp

Paint by Numbers Kit- Mid-Century Modern Home

Maybe she’d rather spend the day making a painting of her ideal mid-century modern home. She can hang it up when she’s done, assuring this Mother’s Day will not be forgotten.

Photo courtesy: PAINTtheTOWNbyNUMBER

Sunset Embroidery Kit

If she prefers a needle to a crayon or paintbrush, you can’t go wrong with embroidery. This retro sunset symbolizes how happy she’ll be with your decision.

Photo courtesy: SundayMorningsShop

Necklaces

Mystical Marseille Necklace

For that mystical mother in your life, this necklace comes in silver or gold and you get a choice of the mystic symbol you think most applies to her. I’m on team Spellcaster, personally.

Photo courtesy: GLDNxLayeredAndLong

Peony + Amaranthus Floral Necklace

For a more floral vibe, you can go with this sculpted clay pendant necklace. This necklace is certain to encourage compliments which will appreciate the gift’s power over time.

Photo courtesy: EarthClayCo

Australian Black Opal Necklace (18K Solid Gold)

When you really want to show how much you care, there’s gold. Embedded with an opal gemstone, this necklace is sure to impress any mother (that loves golden necklaces).

Photo courtesy: PurpleMayJewellery

Kitchenware

Stoneware Espresso Cups

For the espresso-shot-pulling mother, special cups are a must. These stoneware espresso cups will make the espresso sipping ritual all the more special.

Photo courtesy: NewYorkHandcrafted

Ceramic Serving Platter Set

If she loves to entertain, this versatile platter set is an easy choice. Hopefully, you will be the recipient of any of the fine food she sets upon your thoughtful gift.

Photo courtesy: JeffersonStreetCo

Hand-Carved, Hand-Shaped Wooden Salad Serving Set

Tongs are fine but dedicated wooden salad servers mean business. These hand-carved beauts are also hands, so they can easily be used comically when you need everyone’s attention.

Photo courtesy: CreatingComfortLab

Housewares

Concrete Organizer

Everyone needs a place for their stuff, be it for a coffee station or a chaotic desk. This minimal and stylish organizer might be just the thing she needs to rally those loose items in her life.

Photo courtesy: SURPOINT

Empowered Women Empower Women Bookends

For all the thoughtful daughters out there, here’s a way to make that great mother-daughter photo do more than just look cute. Send your fun photo and you’ll be plastered on the side of some bookends just for mom.

Photo courtesy: getARCHd

Ceramic Head Planter

For an artsy way to feature a houseplant or a fresh bouquet, this head will do the trick. It’s very unlikely that she already has it.

Photo courtesy: HomeGreenDecor

Self-care

Black Chambray + Silk Eye Mask & All-Natural Palo Santo Meditation Mist

Sometimes the best gift you can give a mother is that sweet rest she’s been missing out on. Give her a closed room, an eye mask, and some calming aromas—she’ll have an extremely relaxing Mother’s Day.

Photo courtesy: MIZUbrand

Dead Sea Clay Cooling Mask

Treat her to a new natural skincare routine, wherein she slathers French sea clay on her face and relaxes. Eucalyptus and peppermint make for an enlivening and hydrating experience for any mom’s skin.

Photo courtesy: TheHouseonWhiteOak

Black Rose Sangria Bath Salt Tea

A simple vial of various scented bath salts and rose petals will improve her bath experience immensely. Celebrate her existence by helping her up her bath game.