20+ DIY Mother's Day Presents She'll Go Crazy For

Mother's Day is right around the corner, and while some may read that with excitement, others who have, hmm, not planned accordingly may be a bit more anxious about the fact that the holiday is almost here. But, fear not — we've got a list of DIY gift ideas that can help get you out of a tight spot and are guaranteed to have Mom falling head over heels in love. Scroll ahead for 20-plus options.

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Basket
Kristi Murphy

Basket

It's only right to kick off our DIY list with the mother of all DIYs (see what we did there?). Learn how to put together your best Mother’s Day basket.

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Flags
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Flags

Technically, these screen-printed flags are for graduates, but if you put your imagination to good use, it could be fun to create some felt flags that are specific to your mami. When in doubt, "best mom ever" is a great option.

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Bath Mat
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Bath Mat

Knitting a bath mat is the kind of practical Mother’s Day gift that either Mom or Grandma would appreciate, plus it’s a guaranteed stress reliever for you.

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Card
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Card

For the mom who is a BOSS in all caps.

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Seed Packets
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Seed Packets

If your mom has always loved gardening but hasn’t had time to stock up before Spring, this is the present for her. And for you, it’s a great way to be a part of the process of one of your mom’s favorite pastimes.

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Pot Coasters
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Pot Coasters

You’d basically be the daughter of the year if you gave Mom something stylish to place her ollas on.

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Candles
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Candles

The candles your mom didn’t even know she wanted all start with a tin can.

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Wrapping Paper
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Wrapping Paper

Life gets busy, and we will not judge you if you went the purchasing-a-gift route. You can still embrace DIY when it comes to wrapping paper, though!

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Bath Bombs
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Bath Bombs

Stop right there — no need to buy bath essentials when you can make your own bath bombs.

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Message Holders
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Message Holders

DIY and nice words, the perfect combination. Learn how to create these cute geometric holders, and then put compliments or reasons you love Mom inside!

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Trinket Dish
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Trinket Dish

For the more advanced DIYer, this is the project for you. Create a personal hand dish in the shape of your hand, just for Mom.

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Playing Cards
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Playing Cards

For the moms and abuelas who have a blast playing cards, here's an awesome way to put a personal touch on a new deck of playing cards.

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Gallery Wall
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Gallery Wall

Add ombré and a gallery wall to the Mother’s Day equation and you can personalize Mom’s home in the most fun of ways.

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Ombré Vase
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Ombré Vase

If you’re getting her flowers but want to add a nice DIY touch to them, make her a unique vase!

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Floral Cupcakes
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Floral Cupcakes

Floral cupcakes for the win, plus nine other last-minute DIY ideas you can pick from if you’re stumped on what to get Mom!

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Catch-All Dish
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Catch-All Dish

Help Mom keep her jewelry in one place by making her these cute catch-all dishes.

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Printable Tea Tags
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Printable Tea Tags

This isn’t cheating — printing out and placing tea tags is as DIY as we can get.

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Succulent Plant Pot
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Succulent Plant Pot

With a succulent plant pot, you’re guaranteed a present that will be appreciated for a very long time.

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Framed Kid's Artwork
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Framed Kid's Artwork

And for those daughters who are moms already, you can really impress Mami by framing one of your little one's most inspired drawings. You know she’ll swoon.