Ready to celebrate your Mom this year? You don’t have to spend a lot of money to show her how much she means to you! There are many no-cost ways to say I love you! Today we’re sharing unique ideas and inexpensive Mother’s Day gifts any Mom will love!
Need ideas for Mother’s Day?
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Are you trying to find the perfect gift that won’t break the bank?
Remember, it’s not the cost but the amount of love, attention, and preparation you put into your gift.
That’s what your Mom, or any other special ladies, in your life, will appreciate!
Some of the ideas are free, and others are low-cost.
Here are some inexpensive gifts and ideas to help make Mother’s Day extra special!
Give The Gift of Quality Time
It seems like everyone is so busy these days that sometimes weeks, months, or even years go by without spending quality time with those we love.
Here are some ideas for carving out time with your Mom.
Visit your mom
If you’re lucky enough to live close to your Mom. simply spend time with her on Mother’s Day. It will mean so much to her. The best gift you can give her is the gift of your time!
If you don’t live close, plan a free virtual Zoom call with her. You’ll be able to talk and see each other for 45 minutes!
Get the extended family together
If you are celebrating your Mom and Grandmother, Mother’s Day is the perfect time for a mini-family reunion! Why not invite your extended family to come over and have a potluck?
Don’t forget to take a family picture! That might be the perfect gift your Mom would enjoy!
go on a drive to reminisce
Pick up your Mom and go on a drive to her childhood home or a place she loved to visit when she was young.
This is a great way to find out more about your mom and your family’s history!
Make a Gift from the heart
If you want to give your Mom a gift, but money is tight, consider making her a gift.
A handmade card or Drawing
What Mom doesn’t love to get artwork from their child?
A card made especially with your Mom in mind will make her feel so special!
If you like to draw, make her a picture and frame it.
Cook her favorite meal
If your Mom cooks regularly, one of the best gifts you can give her is a break from the kitchen!
Have her over, and you cook instead!
And don’t let her help you clean up after dinner because she needs a break from that too!
Create a coupon book
A coupon book is a great way to share experiences or do things to help your Mom!
You could create coupons for a shopping trip to her favorite store, a walk in the park, a picnic on a nice day, etc.
If she needs your help, you can make coupons for washing her car, doing her grocery shopping, weeding a flower bed, or racking the leaves.
Deliver her favorite treat
If your Mom has a sweet tooth, why not make and deliver her favorite dessert?
She’ll get to spend time with you and enjoy a favorite treat!
Gift her a special experience
If taking your Mom to an exclusive spa is out of your budget, create the experience for her.
Give her a manicure or facial
If you love to do your nails or take great care of your skin, share those talents with your mother!
Give her a manicure or a facial!
Clean her house
Are you a fabulous housekeeper or a clean freak?
Surprise your Mom by cleaning her home while she’s out of the house.
Any Mom would be thrilled to get a break from cleaning their house!
Bring the movies to her
Does your Mom have a favorite movie?
Watch it with her and supply the popcorn, candy, and drinks!
Let her know she is a gift to you
Some people have a hard time expressing their feelings out loud!
If that’s you, find a way to let your Mom know how important she is and how much you love her!
Write her a heartfelt letter
Let your Mom know how much you love and appreciate her in a letter.
Can’t come up with the words? Search for the perfect card that expresses how you feel!
It’s something she can save and look back at to remind her of your deep bond.
Give her a book to tell her story
Did you know there are books you can purchase to help your Mom write down her family’s history?
The book will ask your Mom questions about her life, and she can write the answers to create a lasting legacy.
Imagine the treasure of memories she will share.
Research her family tree
Do have an interest in genealogy?
Research your Mom’s family tree and present her with the results!
Purchase an inexpensive gift
If your budget is tight, but you know your Mom loves to receive gifts on Mother’s Day, here are some inexpensive options!
Flowers are always a good choice!
You can take her a bouquet, or if she likes to plant flowers, take her annuals or perennials.
Here are links to some of our favorite inexpensive gifts! Happy Shopping!
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Blessings, Donna and Rich
DIY Projects that would make A great Gift for Mom
Love to DIY? Here are some great ideas if you want to make your Mom a gift!
- Make her a wreath, here are four to choose from
- Makeover a basket and fill it with things she loves
- Give her a plant or flower in a French-inspired painted pot
- Make a realistic topiary for her to display
- Craft a wood bead garland she can decorate with
Pin It For Later
No time to shop now, pin this so you can come back to it later!
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These are some great ideas for Mothers Day gifts, Donna! I especially love the idea of making something handmade! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thanks, Cindy! When my boys were small they always made me a card on Mother’s Day and it was my favorite thing to get!
Hi Donna, These are all sweet and thoughtful ideas I would love on Mother’s Day. It’s always the thought that counts for me.
Thank you, Maria! I’m glad you enjoyed the post! Blessings for a happy Mother’s Day!
So many fantastic Mother’s Day gift ideas, Donna! My Mom is so hard to buy for sometimes because she can afford anything she wants and tells us to just spend the money on ourselves 😆 These service-based gifts will definitely be appreciated. Hope you’ve had an amazing week, CoCo
Hi CoCo! You are so fortunate to have such a sweet and caring Mom!!! I hope you all have a wonderful time celebrating Mother’s Day this year! Blessing, Donna
I love the idea of going on a short trip, a drive. We have done this many times over the years, and have taken my grandmother along. She is 100 now and doesn’t get out as much, but I created a book of the photos I took of our last extended drive, and she loved it! Thank you for reminding me of that special day.
So glad the post brought back good memories for you! My Mom has been gone for six years and she loved to visit the town her grandparents were from. There’s an amazing ice cream shop there where we would stop and eat! Hugs, donna
I am so sorry to hear about your mom Donna. We enjoy getting out and taking a ride and seeing where my grandparents were from. It is a long drive filled with many memories. I will be sharing your post tomorrow for Whimsy Home Wednesday.
Hi Cara! Thank you so much for the sweet sentiment and for featuring my post at your link party! I am so appreciative! Blessings, Donna
Great ideas! Love the gifts that you can give for nothing. There are so many moms who would love the gift of time! I’m featuring your post on tomorrow’s Crafty Creators. Thanks for sharing, and I hope to see you there!
Hi Niki! I’m glad you enjoyed the post, and I’m so excited you are going to share it on Crafty Creators! That means so much to me! Thanks, and I hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day!