Mother’s Day Crafts

Would you like to surprise your mum with something truly personal this year? Crafting for Mother’s Day is the perfect way to show your love and appreciation in a creative way. Whether you’re searching for a handmade Mother’s Day gift, a thoughtful craft project or fresh ideas to get started, you’ll find plenty of inspiration below. With paper, photos, flowers and colourful materials, you can create a unique Mother’s Day present straight from the heart.

Creative ideas to make a unique Mother’s Day gift yourself

Are you ready to get truly creative for Mother’s Day? With the right materials and a little inspiration, you can make a unique gift in no time that shows just how much she means to you. Below you’ll find a selection of inspiring ideas you can start on right away. There’s a fitting project for every mum and a fun challenge for every maker.

Card with pull-out photo strip

One of the most meaningful ways to celebrate Mother’s Day is by turning memories into something tangible. This card with a pull-out photo strip is a creative Mother’s Day craft that is surprisingly simple to make. Personalise it with photos of your favourite moments together and add a sweet message if you like. It’s the perfect handmade Mother’s Day gift to show how special your bond is.
⁠View the step-by-step guide to create a pull-out photo strip card

Handmade notebooks

For mums who love lists, planning, writing or drawing, a handmade notebook is a wonderful idea for Mother’s Day crafting. With patterned paper, brush pens and inspiring quotes you can create a personal and useful Mother’s Day gift. It’s ideal if you want a quick yet stylish DIY project with a unique result.
⁠View the step-by-step guide for handmade notebooks

Bookmark with dried flowers

If you’re looking for an elegant and timeless Mother’s Day craft, a bookmark with dried flowers is a beautiful choice. Pick flowers with meaning, dry them and place them between transparent layers or on a pretty background. The result is a unique and long-lasting Mother’s Day gift, perfect for mums who love reading or botanical décor.
⁠View the step-by-step guide for the bookmark

Fuse bead photo frame

Fuse beads are a long-time favourite in the craft world and perfect for a personalised Mother’s Day gift. Use fresh colours to create a photo frame and add a treasured memory. This Mother’s Day craft is suitable for both children and adults and creates a cheerful, sturdy and unique result.
⁠View the step-by-step guide for the fuse bead frame

Macramé heart keyring

Looking for a stylish and modern Mother’s Day gift? These braided macramé hearts are the perfect choice. With soft-coloured cotton cord you can create beautiful ornaments that mum can hang or keep. It’s a creative and calming project that shows how much care went into her gift.
⁠View the step-by-step guide for the macramé keyring

Camera box with photos

A charming and playful Mother’s Day craft idea is this camera-shaped photo box filled with mini pictures. It combines papercraft with personal memories and is especially loved by mums who enjoy storing photos. The little box looks like a retro camera — a unique Mother’s Day gift on its own.
⁠View the step-by-step guide for the camera box

Folded origami pen holder

For creative mums who enjoy crafting, drawing or writing, a handmade origami pen holder makes a unique Mother’s Day gift. With colourful folding papers you build a sturdy holder layer by layer — decorative and functional at the same time. A stylish choice if you want to make a special Mother’s Day craft.
⁠View the step-by-step guide for the origami pen holder

Wall hanger with dried flowers

If your mother loves natural and soft home décor, this wall hanger with dried flowers is an excellent Mother’s Day crafting idea. A metal ring combined with dried flowers and glass tubes creates a dreamy, modern look. Perfect for a peaceful corner where mum likes to relax.
⁠View the step-by-step guide to create this wall hanger

Flower bouquet made of chenille stems

A colourful bouquet of flowers that never wilts — what a lovely Mother’s Day gift! With chenille stems (pipe cleaners) you shape cheerful flowers and leaves into a bright bouquet. It’s soft, playful and ideal for children who want to make a Mother’s Day craft that lasts.
⁠View the step-by-step guide for the chenille bouquet