Top 5 Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas To Show Your Appreciation

Mother’s Day is the perfect moment to celebrate the women who’ve shaped our lives with unwavering love, quiet sacrifices, and endless encouragement. One of the greatest gifts in life is a mother, grandmother, or maternal figure, and with only one day a year dedicated to celebrating them, making it perfect is essential. In this blog, you can discover some of our top unique gift ideas for mothers, as not one mother is the same, so why should their gift be?

So, what are the most unique gift ideas? Keep it simple, focusing on your mother's favourite things is the direct road to success! Whether you represent this through:

• A perfectly curated hamper
• An accessory for their favourite hobby
• Recipe books
• Art

Unique, personalised gifts are the key to showing your appreciation.

Jump To:

• Gift An Experience This Mother's Day
• Handmade Mother’s Day Gifts
• Mother’s Day Gifts With A Touch Of Luxury
• Personalised Mother’s Day Gifts
• Sentimental Mother’s Day Gifts From The Heart
• To Summarise
• FAQs

Gift An Experience This Mother's Day

You might be wondering: What can I gift someone who is A. Tricky to buy for, and B. Has everything? An experience is a great way to go! Whether your budget is low or high, gifting an experience can show just how much you know someone.

Theatre Tickets

Is your mum a musical fan? Or perhaps concerts are more her thing? Either way, theatre tickets make a great present! Find some of our favourite family-friendly Mother’s Day musicals listed below:

• Mamma Mia
• The Lion King
• Paddington the Musical

None of those taking your fancy? Have a look at Ticketmaster’s musicals guide for more ideas.

Spa Days

Give the gift of relaxation this Mother’s Day with a spa day! Indulge in quality facials and professional massages for some relaxation.

Read the Good Spa Guide for 2025 for some ideas on where to go!

How To Gift An Experience

Often, people shy away from gifting experiences, as they aren't something physical you can present the recipient with. However, there are ways to present an experience beautifully. An option for this is to create an invite/ticket on sites like Canva, and gift this on mothers day! Take some inspiration from the example below:

Handmade Mother’s Day Gifts

Gifting to show appreciation isn’t necessarily about the gift, but more so the thought that counts. Handmade gifts are a great way to create something beautiful for those you love, especially on Mother’s Day. Find some ideas below:

Photo Gifts

Family and friends are at the heart of everything, so why not remind your mum of how loved she is by family and friends?

Photo Book

Collate images of your mum surrounded by those she cares about in one big book. Add descriptions of the pictures and memories from when they were taken. You could even make it scrapbook style and include cinema tickets or restaurant receipts!

Photo Frame

Similarly, if you’re looking for a quicker option, buy a plain photo frame and decorate it to your mum’s taste. Some ideas include:

• Does your mum love the beach? Use shells and fake pearls to create a mermaid frame!
• Does your mum love gardening? Why not decorate your frame with faux flowers and butterflies like these from Etsy?
• If you’re not liking a themed idea, why not use papier-mache to create a custom pattern from fancy napkins or paper!

DIY Crafts

Got some little ones at home who want to get involved? The following crafts are great for the whole family to join in:

Plant Pot

Decorate a plant pot using paints or glitter to give your mum something practical yet personal.

Bath Bombs

Bath bomb kits are widely available in craft shops like Hobbycraft, and can be made with your mother’s favourite scent and in her favourite colour.

Book Marks

Handmade bookmarks can be made in so many different ways! Simply laminate a slim dressing on a piece of paper, or sew one using fabric and small beads.

Mother’s Day Gifts With A Touch Of Luxury

If your mother appreciates the finer things in life, a luxurious gift is a great way to show her you love her! They don't have to be expensive either. Read on for some inspiration.

Mother's Day Hampers

A hamper made from high-quality, hand-woven wicker truly stands the test of time. Curate a selection of your mother’s favourite things to show her you love her this Mother's Day.

Here, at Northern Willow, quality is guaranteed. With sustainably sourced materials, our hamper baskets are timeless and provide solutions beyond gifting.

Shop our wide range of hamper baskets

Self-Care Hampers

Relaxation is so important at this time of year, especially for our mums, with how much they do for us. Why not include the following self-care elements in your mother’s day self-care hamper:

• Scented candle
• Fluffy blanket
• Slippers
• Snacks and drinks
• Face masks
• Fluffy socks

Food And Drink Hampers

Another great option is to gift an indulgent hamper for your mum to enjoy. Add in her favourite drinks and snacks, such as:

• Chocolates
• Biscuits 
• Cheese and crackers
• Jams
• Their drink of choice

Take a look at our range of wine carriers and food hampers, perfect for Mother’s Day gifts.

Fragrances

Does your mum have a signature scent? If so, why not find a perfume with similar notes, such as:

• Vanilla
• Florals
• Musk

Or, to stay on the safe side, why not buy her a top-up or special edition of her favourite bottle?

Personalised Mother’s Day Gifts

Personalised gifts are the perfect way to give something simple, but make it mean a whole lot more. In the following guide, you can find some great ideas on how to add personalisation to gifts this Mother’s Day.

Sentimental Mother’s Day Gifts From The Heart

Sentimentality is something mothers tend to value greatly, whether you’re crafting something by hand or choosing a keepsake that speaks to your bond. Sentimental Mother’s Day gifts have a way of expressing what words alone sometimes can’t.

Recipe Books

For mothers who enjoy cooking, baking, or even making a fancy drink, gifting a recipe book could be the start of a family heirloom, because afterall, no one’s cooking is quite like your mum's. You can pass this gift down through generations, creating a sentimental tradition.

Now you just need to display the recipe book with pride in the kitchen. How about a wooden tray like these from Northern Willow?

Decorative Pieces

When it comes to sentimental Mother’s Day gifts, it’s often the pieces made with heart and a touch of artistry that leave the deepest impression. Our woven decorations embody exactly that. Created from sustainably sourced materials, these pieces carry a sense of warmth and timelessness. They’re the kind of gifts that become cherished keepsakes.

Browse our selection of decorative, hand-crafted pieces

To Summarise

To give the perfect gift this Mother’s Day, consider our top tips:

• Keep it simple, focusing on your mother's favourite things is the direct road to success
• Unique, personalised gifts are the key to showing your appreciation.
• gifting an experience can show just how much you know someone
•  Handmade gifts are a great way to create something beautiful for those you love,
• Curate a selection of your mother’s favourite things with a hamper to show her you love her this Mother's Day.
• Personalised gifts are the perfect way to give something simple, but make it mean a whole lot more.
• Sentimentality is something mothers tend to value greatly, and have a way of expressing what words alone sometimes can’t.

FAQs

How Can I Make This Mother’s Day Special?

Why not start the day right by treating your mum to breakfast in bed? Pancakes are a great option, perhaps with some fresh berries and syrup.

What's A Unique Experience Gift For Mothers?

Gifts like food tours, art gallery tickets, or even a voucher for her favourite restaurant are great ways to give your mother a unique gift this Mother’s Day.

What Materials Do Northern Willow Use?

All of our products are handcrafted using durable, traditional materials such as willow, rattan and wicker. This means that they will stand the test of time, providing warmth and character in any space. 

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