Tick-tock, tick-tock… the countdown to Mother’s Day is on, and if you are planning to make mom a gift from the heart with your two hands, then you had better get started.
Homemade gifts may seem a bit trifle when mom is asking for a Dyson, but that shouldn’t stop you from putting your all into a gift that mom can treasure forever. Some keepers include:
Frames: No mom can resist a photo of her kids. Or better yet, a picture of her and her kids together. However, instead of gifting mom with a plain photo, why not kick it up a notch by making a personalized frame to show off her favorite image? This idea doesn’t have to be a week-long project. If you are putting together a last-minute gift, then purchase a plain wooden frame from a craft store, sand it down, then paint or decoupage it. Another option is to purchase an inexpensive, solid colored, smooth-surfaced picture frame and embellish it with some of mom’s favorite items, such as buttons, shells or glass beads. You could even write out a short message to mom on the frame with glitter glue. If you are feeling especially ambitious, then spread glue on some beads and spell out words, such as “I love you” or “No. 1 Mom!” Once the beads are adhered to the frame, then use a clear sealer, so the beads won’t fall off.
Candle Holders: This simple craft project is perfect for moms who love the look of candlelight. To make a customized candle holder, collect glass baby food jars, remove the labels and wash them. If you can’t get your hands on baby food jars, then purchase several inexpensive plain glass votive candle holders from a discount store. To embellish the holders, consider decoupaging them with some of mom’s favorite images. Other decorating ideas include covering the candle holder with glitter glue or paint. You could also glue on beads or colorful ribbon borders. Don’t forget to add small candles to the holders. Then, add them to a cute basket and present them to mom on Sunday.
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