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10 Thoughtful Mother’s Day Activities

Mother’s Day is a special occasion to honour the incredible women who have nurtured and supported us. In this guide, we want to share with you some inspiration for how to treat the special mother figures in your life. Whether that’s your mum, your grandmother, or your best friend celebrating her first Mother’s Day, we have given you a mix of options for every single budget. Here are ten heartfelt Mother's Day gift ideas to make this Mother’s Day unforgettable.

1. Create a Café at Home Experience

Have you ever wanted to own your own coffee shop which all your friends flock to at the weekend? I have recently discovered this trend on TikTok, where people recreate a café experience at home. I honestly think it’s such an amazing idea.

You can bring the charm of a cosy café right into your living room. Set up a stylish Parisian-style coffee station with her favourite brews, teas, matcha, and pastries. Play soft background music, arrange comfortable seating, and enjoy a leisurely morning together.

You can bake the goods yourself, or just pick some treats up from your local bakery. I love the idea of making little signs for the croissants and banana bread. You could do yoghurt bowls, or make your own granola, the possibilities are endless. Really have fun with this and get creative.

How to Set It Up:

Ambience: Put together a Pinterest board for this by searching coffee shops, cafés, and at-home cafés. Use soft lighting, light candles or fairy lights, to create a warm environment. I love our Morning Light Aromatherapy Candle, it's exactly what I would be burning all day long if I owned my own coffee shop.
Menu: Offer a selection of her favourite hot drinks and homemade or artisanal pastries. Our favourites are Bird & Blend, Morning Kick tea, and this delicious artisan coffee by Two Chimps Coffee.
Personal Touch: Handwrite a menu or place cards to add a special touch. You can find lots of downloadable templates on Etsy, or create your own using Canva.

This makes for an excellent Mother's Day experience gift!

2. Organise a Sip and Paint Session

Get creative with a sip and paint session at home. Get together canvases, paints, and brushes, and maybe a bottle of her favourite wine, or you could have fun making mocktails. I love this Orange Blossom Mocktail, it's the perfect drink for Spring. Follow an online tutorial together or let your imaginations run wild. This activity is not only fun but also therapeutic.

Tips for a Successful Session:

Materials: Ensure you have all necessary supplies, including aprons to protect clothing. You can find sip and paint-related kits online that you could use or just make it up as you go along.
Theme: Choose a painting theme that resonates with your mums interests, such as gardening or walking in the hills.
Refreshments: Depending on the time of day, you could link this in with the café idea we discuss earlier and put on a delicious breakfast, or if it’s an evening thing, you could do a charcuterie board.

This is one of the more creative Mother’s Day gift ideas.

3. Plan a Nature Walk and Picnic

Enjoy the beauty of the outdoors with a nature walk followed by a picnic. Choose a scenic trail or a serene park, pack a healthy lunch, and immerse yourselves in the beauty of nature. This experience promotes mindfulness and a deep connection with the environment and is also a perfect time for a catch-up where you’re free from all of life's usual distractions.

Planning the Perfect Picnic:

Location: Choose a quiet spot with natural beauty. For me, I love anything on the Cotswold Way trail. Plan ahead where you could stop for lunch, and then you have somewhere to aim for on your walk.
Menu: Prepare wholesome foods like salads, sandwiches, fresh fruits, and infused water. I've been enjoying this delicious Roast Pepper Salad recently, it's the perfect energising lunch for a long walk.
Essentials: Bring a comfortable blanket, reusable utensils, and a book if you can carry it or a journal for reflection.

If you're struggling to think of things to do for Mother’s Day this is a great last-minute idea.

4. Host a Spa Day at Home

Is there a better way to spend a Sunday than a spa day? Transform your home into a serene spa retreat. Have fun making DIY face masks, run a relaxing bath with essential oils, and do some yoga together. This day of pampering will rejuvenate her body and mind.

Creating a Spa-Like Atmosphere:

Aromatherapy: Use essential oil diffusers with calming scents like lavender or eucalyptus.
Skincare: Make natural face masks using ingredients like honey, oats, and avocado. Here are four DIY face mask recipe ideas that are easy to do at home.
Relaxation: Set up a quiet area with cushions and soft music for meditation or deep breathing exercises.

We have a whole host of incredible spa products; like our Sleep Well Gift Bundle so the spa experience can continue long after your spa-at-home day.

5. Enjoy a Cooking Class Together

Explore new cuisines by joining a virtual cooking class. Choose a dish that she loves or has always wanted to try, get all the ingredients, and cook along with the instructor. This interactive experience is both educational and delicious. You can also go out to do this if your budget will stretch. If you don't fancy an online class, I also like using at-home meal kits from Dispatch, they have some great Mother's Day meal kits to choose from.

Making the Most of the Cooking Class:

Preparation: Ensure all ingredients and necessary kitchen tools are ready before the class begins. Make sure you have snacks and drinks to enjoy while you’re cooking.
Drinks: If she’s into her wine, you could do some research into wine pairings and get a wine for each course.
Enjoyment: Set the table beautifully and savour the meal you’ve created together.

This is a great Mother's Day gift idea for wife or partners!

6. Volunteer Together for a Cause

Giving back is a beautiful way to bond together while also making a positive impact. Find a cause that resonates with her values and spend the day volunteering together.

Finding the Right Opportunity:

Local Volunteering: You could help at a shelter, food bank, or community event.
Virtual Options: Write letters to those in need or fundraise online.
Personalised Touch: Donate to a charity in her honour as part of her gift.

7. Throw an Afternoon Tea Party

If she’s into Bridgeton, she'll love this one. You could host an elegant afternoon tea experience at home or in the garden with a selection of fine teas, finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries.

Setting Up the Tea Party:

Tea Selection: Offer a variety of flavours, including herbal, floral, and classic black teas.
Presentation: As always, start with a Pinterest board. Use vintage china, linen napkins, and fresh flowers for an elevated touch.
Dress Code: Make it extra special by dressing up for the occasion.

8. Practice Yoga or Guided Meditation Together

Give the gift of mindfulness with a relaxing yoga or meditation session. This activity is perfect for physical and mental well-being.

Creating a Peaceful Practice Space:

Environment: Set up a quiet area with mats, cushions, and soft lighting.
Ambiance: Play calming music and diffuse essential oils.
Refreshments: Make cucumber water and herbal tea for post-session hydration.

9. Plan a Weekend Getaway

Surprise her with a weekend retreat to a cosy countryside cottage, beachside escape, or Air B&B. If you're able to, you could book the Friday or Monday off work, so you can have a long weekend away together.

Tips for a Memorable Getaway:

Tailored Experience: Choose a destination that matches her interests.
Planned Activities: Book a spa treatment, explore a local market, or go on a scenic hike. Make sure you’ve planned an itinerary for the trip ahead of time. I love TikTok and Instagram for finding hidden gems you wouldn’t find on Google.
Travel Essentials: Pack her favourite book, a journal, and a travel wellness kit. You could make the trip a surprise and just have her suitcase packed for her.

Our Mini Travel Care Packages makes the perfect travel companion!

10. Craft Personalised DIY Gifts

Handmade gifts are a heartfelt way to show love and appreciation. Create a customised keepsake that she’ll cherish forever.

DIY Gift Ideas:

Memory or Experience Jar: Fill a jar with handwritten notes of gratitude and cherished memories. As Mother's Day is early on in the year, you could also do this for trips and experience. Every month, she can pull from the jar and you go and do that activity together.
Customised Recipe Book: Compile family recipes with personal anecdotes in a beautiful cookbook.
Handmade Candles or Jewellery: Create something unique just for her. This is also something you spend time doing together and make a signature scent of a new piece of matching jewellery.

This is an ideal way to give DIY Mother’s Day gift ideas.

Mother’s Day is a beautiful opportunity to show the mother figures in your life just how much you appreciate them. Whether you opt for a meaningful experience, a DIY gift, or a relaxing activity, the key is to choose something that reflects her personality and interests. Thoughtful gestures, no matter how big or small, make all the difference in making her feel loved.

If you’re looking for the perfect wellness-inspired gift to compliment your Mother’s Day celebrations, explore our range of carefully curated gift boxes designed to promote relaxation, mindfulness, and self-care. You can also have fun creating your own gift box.