DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Handmade With Heart

Looking to give Mum something heartfelt, handmade, and full of creativity this Mother’s Day? You’ve come to the right place! Whether she’s a keen gardener, an avid artist, or just appreciates a thoughtful, one-of-a-kind pressie, we’ve rounded up six beautiful DIY projects you can make yourself – with love.

Each idea comes with its own tutorial, so click through to get step-by-step instructions and gather your supplies from Art Shed Brisbane!

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1. Handmade Paper Flowers

Forget the last-minute flower run – these blooms last forever! Learn how to craft your own paper flower bouquet that will brighten Mum’s space and show off your creative side. They’re colourful, charming, and totally customisable.

👉 Make your own paper flowers

2. Custom Canvas Tote Bag (with Mont Marte Fabric Markers)

Give Mum a handmade tote she’ll actually use! This DIY project is simple, practical, and made even easier thanks to Mont Marte’s Fabric Marker Art Set. Follow along with their tutorial to create a bag that’s as one-of-a-kind as she is.

👉 Create a DIY canvas tote bag

3. Painted Terracotta Pots

Add a splash of colour to Mum’s garden or indoor plant collection by painting your own terracotta pots. This step-by-step guide will walk you through techniques to make your designs bold, delicate, or anything in between.

👉 Learn how to paint terracotta pots

4. Foil Canvas DIY Project

The Zart DIY Foil Mother’s Day Canvas is a perfect mix of shimmer and sentiment. With a pre-printed “MUM” design and gorgeous foil finish, all that’s left is for you to paint a heartfelt background. Simple, sparkly, and full of love.

👉 Make your own foil Mother’s Day canvas

5. Watercolour Bookmarks

A bookmark might be small, but it can hold a big message. These DIY watercolour bookmarks are a quick and beautiful gift idea – perfect for book-loving mums and made with art supplies you likely already have.

👉 Make DIY watercolour bookmarks