Mother's Day is about a month away, get to crafting for mom without delay! If your Mother's Day gifts include the typical flowers and a card, think about stepping up your game this year and creating something from the heart that your mom, stepmom, grandmother, or aunt will love and cherish for years to come.
Today's blog is the ultimate gift guide for the crafty mom in your life. Whether you are making a gift for her, crafting with her, refreshing her craft supplies, or you are a mom and you are treating yourself, we have got everything you need to make your
Mother's Day special.
When it comes to giving a unique and special gift that someone will truly enjoy, it can be stressful trying to get the right thing. We are here to help! Let us take the stress out of Mother's day shopping by offering a variety of options that any mom, grandmother, or aunt would love.
First, let's talk about the gift of education and
fresh supplies. You are never too old to learn something new. Give mom something to spark her imagination and provide hours of relaxation.
Give mom the gift of learning and crafting!
Pick up some craft supplies to do a project with your mom or grandmother on Mother's Day OR stock her craft room so she can enjoy some me-time creating. And if you are a mom, treat yourself!! You deserve it! Add something new to your craft closet.
This is the perfect time to give the mom in your life something she will enjoy and can
learn something new at the same time. Check out some of the awesome things you can give mom this Mother's Day from Plaid!
Learn the One Stroke method of painting with Donna Dewberry in her new
FolkArt One Stroke Home Town series. You will learn how to paint beautiful scenes of your home town while learning how to paint a variety of her classic flowers, leaves, and so much. Learn more below!
If you or your mom want to take a more abstract approach to painting, check out our month
Let's Paint Color Lessons series with our resident artist Andy Jones. With this expansive and educational series, you will learn how to paint everything from beautiful florals to exquisite scenery. Learn more below!
Also, check out our Make it with Mod Podge series! With hosts Cathie & Steve leading the way, this dynamic due will teach you the basics of decoupage and so much more. Every Thursday at 6:30 PM ET on the
Plaid Crafts Facebook page, these two will be offering up FREE information and inspiration on how to use the 27+ Mod Podge formulas.
At Plaid our main goal is to educate and inspire and that does not stop with just painting and decoupaging. We offer a variety of easy-to-follow
embroidery kits to help you learn how to stitch like a pro. And we have tons of
videos and
education on the art of
photo transfer! So whatever type of crafting you are into, we've got something for you or the mom in your life.
Is your mom a true and dedicated crafter?
Then she may like some of our new product lines like
Mod Podge Resin or
FolkArt Sign Shop. Learn more about these two new creative lines now!
Next, if your mom loves those personal gifts that really show how much you care and show off your creativity then keep reading for inspiration and ideas on what you can create for your mom or grandma this Mother's Day.
DIY Gift Ideas for the mom in your life!
This fun gold gilding photo coaster project is a great way to give mom a personalized gift that makes an impact. Watch to see how we created these shimmering coasters.
If you have a mom obsessed with coffee (and what mom isn't), then check out these
resin tumbler projects to make her morning cup of joe a little more special.
If the traditional route is a little more your style, then enhance the pot your Mother's Day flowers come in with this simple and colorful DIY.
Use our
NEW FolkArt Sign Shop line to create professional looking signs like this one. Perfect for anyone needing a pick-me-up in the morning.
This is a very special project that can get all mom's kids involved to create a beautiful canvas with loving messages.
For the mom who loves jewelry, craft paper beads with Mod Podge to create a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry she will love.
Make your nana feel special with this unique paper flower and Mason Jar display piece.
One of the most popular ways to personalize a gift is to photo transfer!! Check out this
previous blog post with everything you need to know about photo transfer. And make sure to visit the
photo transfer section of our website for more inspiration and education on this popular crafting trend.
Give mom something that she can use on her desk with these colorful birdhouse photo stands.
You can never go wrong with a classic hand print craft!
Make mom personalized jewelry with
Mod Podge Resin!
What are you doing to celebrate Mother's Day? Are you crafting for mom or with mom? Share your creations with us, using #PlaidCrafts
Happy Crafting!