This Mother’s Day, show mum how much you love her with a homemade gift from the heart. Stuck for ideas? Don’t worry! There are plenty of projects below to get you started.
1. Pouring art heart canvas
Pick yourself up a heart-shaped canvas and make mum a beautiful fluid artwork for her wall. This project is great for kids, teens and adults alike, so start pouring.
What you'll need:
· Heart shaped canvas
· Pouring paints
· Cups
2. Cup of tea card
Image: In The Playroom
This cute little card is perfect for mums who like to take some time out with a hot bevvy in hand.
What you'll need:
· Card stock
· Tea bag
· Egg carton
· PVA glue
· Pipe cleaners
3. Rock portrait
Give her something to smile about with a rock portrait. It makes a fun desk decoration that doubles as a paper weight.
What you'll need:
· Acrylic Paint
· Paint brushes
· Gift box
4. Watercolour bookmarks
Image: The Handmade Home
Is your mum an avid reader? This DIY mother’s day gift will make sure she never loses her place again!
What you'll need:
· Watercolour paints
· Paint brushes
· Card stock
· Hole punch
· Tassel or ribbon
5. Air dry clay lamp
Light up her day with an air dry clay lantern. We recently created a video lesson for this one that makes it easy for anyone to follow along (even the kids!).
What you'll need:
· Air drying clay
· Fondant cutters
· Butter knife
6. Sticker card
If you want to make a simple Mother’s Day card, this might be just what you’re looking for!
What you'll need:
· Card stock
· Markers
· Stickers
7. “I love you Mum” t-shirt
Dress for the occasion with a customised tee. Kids will have a lot of fun with this project and we can almost guarantee that mum will get a kick out of it too.
What you'll need:
· Fabric paint sticks
· T-shirt
8. Watercolour painting
Create a watercolour painting of mum’s favourite flower and frame it so that she can hang it up or pop it on a shelf.
What you'll need:
· Watercolour paints
· Watercolour brush
· Watercolour paper
· Picture frame
9. Polymer clay beads
Get funky and create a polymer clay beaded necklace. The possibilities are endless, so try a few different patterns and shapes as you go. Check out our video lesson to get some pointers.
What you'll need:
· Polymer clay
· Clay tools
· Thread
10. Egg carton flowers
Image: Kiwico
Little artists will love making these recycled flowers for mum. Plus, they’ll last a lot longer than the real deal!
What you'll need:
· Egg carton
· Poster paints
· Pipe cleaners
· Pom poms
11. 3D flower card
Image: Hands On As We Grow
While we’re on the topic of flowers, this 3D card idea is another great pick for kids to try.
What you'll need:
· Card stock
· PVA glue
· Pencils or crayons
· Scrap paper
· Paint
· Buttons
12. A clay rainbow
Image: Fall for DIY
Create this simple, yet beautiful, décor piece using air hardening clay and acrylic paints. You can go bright or choose more earthy colours depending on mum’s style.
What you'll need:
· Air hardening clay
· Acrylic paints
· Paint brushes
· Clay tools