Mums. Grandmas. Aunts. Sisters. We celebrate Mother’s Day to honour and thank the many women who have shaped our lives in indescribable ways. Now’s the time to do what we often take for granted: shower her with the same love. Here are six Mother’s Day gifts that do just that, putting the photos she loves front and centre.
1. Photo Book
This Mother’s Day, compile all her memories into a photo book — especially photos of her grandkids — for a timeless gift. Include little nods to the wonderful life she leads with scanned memorabilia, like snippets from her vows, ticket stubs from concerts, and postcards from travels.
Top tip: Have each family member write a special message for mum, and then scan them onto a computer. Pair each handwritten note with a photo of its author for a keepsake she’ll treasure.
2. Framed Prints
Frame a photo that holds all of Mum’s joy, but also remember you can frame anything she’d love to display. Think about framing a unique and personal take on the traditional dictionary definition of mum. A lovely gift idea not only for mums, but step mums, mother-in-laws and aunties. Below is a template, courtesy of Printerpix, that you can use or edit:
Mum
[muhm] noun
The someone who loves you unconditionally. Your best & forever friend, the person you can count on above anyone else. Also a hero in every sense of the word
See also: superwoman, queen
3. Photo Blankets
Wrap Mum, a mum-to-be, grandma or whoever means “Mum” to you in a personalised photo blanket. Whether it’s her favourite family vacations, childhood memories, pictures of the grandkids, or all of the above, a personalised blanket is a gift that celebrates mum’s story using the photos that matter.
Idea #1: Make a personalised sherpa blanket for the design-obsessed mum in your life. This beautifully textured piece is the perfect throw for sofas, beds and loungers!
Idea #2: Delight a pet mum by spotlighting the favourite child pup.
4. Magic Mugs
Mums on the go love a cup of tea. Make your mum’s morning routine even more brew-tiful with a magic mug. These mugs feature a heat-sensitive coating that reveals a hidden photo or message when a hot drink is poured in.
Top tip: Make a magic mug featuring the kids’ drawings – mum, grandma, or any doting auntie will appreciate their beautiful scribbles.
