20 Creative Mother’s Day Gifts Kids Can Make

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Mother’s Day gifts are extra special when kids make them. Mother’s Day is truly a special moment when children (no matter how old) show their love and appreciation for the one that gave them life. While we moms are usually happy with any present we receive, the ones that are most heartwarming are those made by our kids. So we have gathered a lovely collection of creative Mother’s Day gifts kids can make.

While children might lack the inspiration to create an original gift themselves, we can certainly help them. I found some creative DIY Mother’s Day gifts kids can make which can also turn into delightful activities and quality time with our young ones.

This time of year is perfect for Dads to get involved crafting with their kids. If your husband needs a nudge, perhaps show him some of these ideas so that he can make them with the kids for you.

A wonderful way to treat Mom on Mother’s Day is for her husband to buy her a nice Mother’s Day gift and help their kids make some special homemade gifts as well. For ideas on Mother’s Day gifts you can buy, check out our collection of the Best Gifts For Mom.

 

Mother’s Day Gifts Kids Can Make

(We especially love #4 and #13, so don’t miss those!)

1. Kid-Made DIY Mother’s Day Floral Herb Perfume from hellowonderful.co
   We love the idea of making this homemade “perfume” for Mother’s Day gifts. Kids can make this fragrant floral and herb “perfume” with water and essential oils.
    
2. Watercolor Plant Markers from homemadeginger.com
   Kids will love making these little plant markers and you can put a succulent or potted plant in them to give as Mother’s Day gift.
    
3. Coffee Filter Flowers from us here at 5MinutesForMom.com
   Make coffee filter flowers for Mom… it’s a super easy Mother’s Day gift kids can make and always bring such beautiful results.
    
4. DIY Mother’s Day Bracelets Using Coloring Pages from persialou.com
   Children will love making wearable art for their moms. This DIY Mother’s Day Bracelets tutorial guides you step by step through making these pretty bracelets.
    
5. Hand Print Bouquet from blog.wallfry.com
   No need to buy expensive flowers, kids can make their mom this gorgeous hand-print bouquet.
    
6. Easy Candy Flower Pops from thedecoratedcookie.com
   Moms will love these sweet candy flower pops and kids will love making these cute spring treats.
    
7. DIY Mother’s Day Photo Frame Gift from iheartcraftythings.com
   If you’re looking for Mother’s Day gifts kids can make, check out these handmade photo frames you can make with a sweet picture for a lovely gift for mom or grandma.
    
8. DIY Fresh Flower Love Sign from sugarandcloth.com
   Here is an inexpensive project that makes a pretty DIY gift worth saving.
    
9. Handprint And Footprint Flowers And Vase from alittlepinchofperfect.com
   Handprint gifts are so precious when kids are little. This simple craft is such fun and moms will love it.
    
10. 3 Gorgeous Mother’s Day Crafts For Preschoolers from we-are-scout.com
    If you have a preschooler, try these simple crafts for cute little Mother’s Day gifts kids can make.
     
11. DIY Giant Mother’s Day Card from themerrythought.com
    Won’t mom be surprised by this giant Mother’s Day card? And kids will love making it.
     
12. A Sundae For Mother’s Day from smartschoolhouse.com
    Cards are so expensive, and moms prefer homemade anyway. These fun “sundae” cards take Mother’s Day card to the next level.
     
13. How To Make Tissue Paper Flowers from pinkstripeysocks.com
    This clear tutorial shows how easy it is to make tissue paper flowers.
     
14. Kid-Made Picture Frame Vase from iheartartsncrafts.com
    Combine a DIY picture frame with a DIY vase to make this special present.
     
15. Asparagus Flower Vase from turniptheoven.com
    This is a unique twist on a flower vase!
     
16. 3 Ways To Wow Mom On Mother’s Day from makeandtakes.com
    Really simple cards that won’t overwhelm anyone… even those who aren’t “into” crafts.
     
17. Sweet, Kid Friendly Gift Bag Tutorial from tikkido.com
    Making gift bags can be super simple!
     
18. Mother’s Day Glitter Gift Tags from whitehousecrafts.net
    Do you have scrapbook supplies sitting around the house? This is an easy craft for kids to add a personal touch to Mother’s Day.
     
19. Tissue Paper Flowers from rustandsunshine.com
    Here’s another lovely example of tissue paper flowers kids can make for Mother’s Day.
     
20. Pipe Cleaner And Pom-Pom Mother’s Day Crown from designimprovised.com
    Mom deserves a crown! Children will love making these cute crowns with sparkly pom-poms and pipe cleaners.

Find More DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

For even more ideas, check out these other Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That Kids Can Make that we shared a few years ago and this DIY Coconut Shea Butter Soap from our friend Stacie.

And don’t miss these two DIY mother’s day gift ideas we shared here at 5 Minutes for Mom…

Mother’s Day Craft – Flower Thumbprint Planter

 

Mother’s Day Candy Bar Wrapper Free Printable

 

Edible Miniature Garden

 
Have you, your husband or other family member ever helped your child create a Mother’s Day gift?

What was it? How did it turn out? Leave us a comment, we’d love to hear.

 

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