Mother’s Day is right around the corner- May 9th! If you haven’t thought about gifts you need to buy, now’s the time to start! You don’t want to be running around on the 8th trying to find something!
If you read Part 1 and Part 2 of my shopping guide that I posted last year, then you’ll know that I’ve been on the lookout for a good Mother’s Day gift since… forever. Check out those posts to learn more about why I shop for gifts the way that I do, and why you should too. Now, let’s jump in to my top picks for Mother’s Day gifts 2021!
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Mom’s Gifts
Shopping for moms isn’t always easy. If you’re in a time crunch, a gift certificate to a spa is always a winning option. What woman wouldn’t want a free pedicure or massage? Even if you can’t afford to gift an entire service, money towards something like that is a great option- don’t let being on a budget deter you. After all, it’s the thought that counts, and a gift like this is much more meaningful than an item that you know will just collect dust.
If you’re looking for a gift for a crafty mom, check out this instant camera printer. It’s perfect for scrapbooking moms or those who like having current photos on display at home. Admit it, the majority of your photos just sit in your camera roll or on Instagram, and are never appreciated by a lot of the people in your life.
Do you know someone that enjoys reading? What about getting them a kindle? Or, if you don’t want to buy the device itself, gift a subscription of Kindle Unlimited for Mother’s Day.
Gifts for Grandma
Don’t forget to show your Grandma some love on Mother’s Day! Grandmas everywhere will love a personalized gift like this pillow. But, what about this cute twist on a picture frame? Any sort of ‘generations’ gift is great too, even if it’s something as simple as taking a photo of Grandma, Mom, and Daughter and framing it.
Mother’s Day Gifts Under $25
On a tight budget? Don’t worry, there’s tons of options out there for you! Here are some of my favorites.
If you’re looking for more affordable jewelry options, check out this gift guide filled with options!
DIY Gifts for Mom
Want something more personal? Instead of buying a gift, make one! Pinterest is a great resource for finding DIY ideas or gift guides in general.
The best gift ideas are ones that will take a little more thought on your part. Make your Mom her own manicure kit- get a pretty basket, and fill it with all the manicure essentials. You can make ‘kits’ like this for so many different things- movie or game nights, a gardening kit, or a knitting kit. Gifts like this are great because you can personalize them as much or as little as you’d like, and they’re easy to do.
And of course, don’t forget the classic Mother’s Day breakfast in bed!

Looking for more gift ideas? This gift guide with suggestions for people that work from home may help you. For more shopping tips, check out my collection of Holiday posts.
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My mum celebrates this day twice since we moved to the UK and she lives in Italy, so I am actually looking for yet another gift! I think she’d love the camera! Thank you for sharing this x
Thank you for reading! Glad you found my list helpful!