Moms can be difficult to shop for.
I mean, it’s often easy to buy them something they need (one Black Friday I bought myself an Instant Pot and genuinely thanked my husband for getting me such an awesome Christmas gift, after all.) But what about a special gift for mom that’s just fun? Something that doesn’t have anything to do with her work or the house or homeschooling?
Check out these awesome, unique gift ideas for the moms in your life!
These gift ideas will work for Christmas, birthday, Mother’s Day, or a We’re-Happy-You’re-You day!
{Or, you know, Mama, just send this list to your family so they know what to get for you!}
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Exclusive, Hand-painted Wooden Jewelry
J. Farag Design earrings make me swoon! I wear my favorite pair all the time, and so do many of my friends. We never fail to get compliments when we wear these! No matter what style or color palette Mom loves, you’re sure to find a pair that fits her unique personality. Jillian can even fill custom orders if there is a specific design you’d like!
Favorite Characters and Quotes in Watercolor Art
If you caught my interview with Carrie Brownell, you know how much I adore the bookish magic over at A Fine Quotation! Children’s Literature, Jane Austen, Tolkien, Lewis… find your favorite literary characters and quotes in her shop.
Bibliophile Mug
“The venerable dead are waiting in my library to entertain me and relieve me from the nonsense of surviving mortals.” ~ Samuel Davies
If Mom loves books, this mug is for her! You can customize and choose different sizes and styles of mugs for the ideal fit.
Hand-Poured Soy Candles and Melts
Little Sparrows Candle Co. offers a wide variety of scent options so you can pick out just the right one for Mom. And the jars are just beautiful! The scents offered change with the seasons, so no matter what holiday you’re shopping for you’re able to find a good match. (You can also follow the homeschool mom behind the candles on Instagram here.)
Wild and Free Farmhouse
Check out these unique, hand-crafted items created by a homeschool family! They say, “At Wild and Free Farmhouse, we are more than just a business – we are a family on a mission. We are a family-owned enterprise, deeply passionate about creating high-quality home decor that resonates with your unique sense of style. Our commitment to excellence in craftsmanship and design is unwavering.
“Our mission is twofold: to offer you exceptional home decor that elevates your living spaces, and to build a legacy that transcends generations. We envision a future where our three beloved daughters have the freedom to chart their own course in life, unburdened by the monotony of the everyday grind.
“Our products are not just items; they are pieces of our hearts, meticulously crafted to add beauty and warmth to your home. Every purchase you make is a testament to the dreams and aspirations of our family, a step closer to realizing our vision of a brighter and more empowered future for our children.”
Shirt for the Mom who Loves Libraries
This is possibly my favorite t-shirt of all time. I wear it often, and mostly it speaks truth: after whatever we’re doing, we often do head to our local library. Super fun, and easy to pick your favorite color. (I’d size up for a not-too-tight fit.)
(Bonus: I love all the unique book-themed clothing options available from Out-of-Print, too!)
Gorgeous Clothes, Gifts, and Accessories for the Theology Nerd in Your Life
Thank you, Instagram, for introducing me to Sola Gratia Co! Oh my goodness, I want to buy basically 97% of everything on this website. Shhh, don’t tell, but I’ve already bought 2 onesies and some fabulous stickers as Christmas gifts from this site. If you love theology (especially reformed theology) and lovely things, I guarantee you’ll find things you love on this site.
Homeschool Style
If homeschool style is more your thing than reformed theology, check out the unique offerings from Homeschool Style Co. I’m kinda coveting the “caffeinate and educate” v-neck.
Charlotte Mason Mama Mug
Min Hwang has designed this lovely mug for the Charlotte Mason mama in your life. (pssst: be sure to subscribe to the Homeschool Conversations podcast so you don’t miss my chat with Min coming up in Season 5!)
Literary Art for the Mom who loves Books
Obvious State is such a fun resource for original, one-of-a-kind literary art! Whether you’re looking for a print for your wall, an illustrated gift book, or a quotable mug, they’ve got you covered. I seriously love everything I’ve purchased from them! (Their “We Two Alone” book is in the first image in this post!)
Farmhouse Style Wooden Decor
It’s always fun to discover you have another creative friend with artistic talents! I gave several of the state ornaments from Sweet Grass Co. as gifts last year with NC painted on the front!
You can easily see my friend’s latest creations on the Sweet Grass Co. Facebook or Instagram pages.
Bookish Watercolors
These gorgeous watercolors and prints from Grace Under Pressure are sure to be a hit with the artistic, book-loving Mama in your life. We have a couple of Nancy’s prints in our home, in fact!
Hand-painted Pottery
If you’re in the Raleigh, NC area like I am, you probably already know about the fabulous art classes and paint-your-pottery options at Crazy Glaze Studio in Fuquay-Varina, NC. But did you know that Crazy Glaze also offers unique pottery that has already been hand-painted? Support a small family business and give Mom some unique stoneware that is both beautiful and useful!
Customizable Wooden Bookmarks
I am loving these uniquely designed wooden bookmarks from my friend at Tiny Elephant Gift Shop! Perfect for stocking stuffers, or a lovely addition to the books you’re gifting.
If you are a mom, what’s been a unique gift you have loved?
Here are a few additional suggestions from my community:
- Find lovely soap and fun nail sets made by homeschool students on Etsy!
{Are you an extrovert mom? Check out my myth-busting post here.}
Ultimate Online Book Shopping Guide
Want to sneak some learning into your gift-giving? Check out these fun, educational gift ideas for kids.
Those wooden book marks are so cool
I am always so amazed by the artistic creativity of my friends! And when they share my love of books? Even better. 😉
Unique idea: my daughter took the hand-written signature endings from letters written by my grandmother, my mom, and my mother-in-law, varying versions of “I love you dearly”, enlarged them, and traced/painted them together on a single canvas for my birthday. It’s my favorite!
This is an AMAZING idea! I just got goosebumps. Thank you so much for sharing!❤