Mother’s Day is coming up, which means that it is time to think about some DIY Mother’s Day gifts. I wanted to do something special for little ones … like really little ones.
Whether you’re a Mom looking for something that your wee little ones can make for their grandmothers or even a Dad who wants to do something special for Mom this Mother’s Day, these DIY gifts to make with kids are so simple that, well toddlers can make them!
Fingerprint hearts
Using paper or a small canvas from your local craft store, have each child place a finger in a color paint and then press their fingerprint to the paper or canvas. Paint the finger again and carefully place it down on the paper or canvas to turn each print into a heart shape. Make sure you date this work of art, so years later mom can remember how tiny those itty bitty fingers once were.
Pom-pom Bouquet
Kids can make Mom an evergreen yarn bouquet to symbolize their everlasting love. Start by placing a green pipe cleaner parallel with the tines of a fork so that it extends 3 inches above the tines. Wrap yarn perpendicularly around all the tines. Fold the 3-inch section of pipe cleaner down over the yarn, slide everything off the fork, and wrap the two pieces of pipe cleaner together. Carefully cut the wrapped yarn and trim any scraggly ends. Repeat as desired. Wrap stems together with a length of ribbon.
Handprint bouquet
Love this handprint bouquet from The Trendy Treehouse! All you need is a large piece of construction paper and some washable finger paint. Have your kids place their handprints on the page to create the "flowers."
Flower Petal Change Bowl
We know moms love all things organization, so what’s better than a handmade bowl that she can use to corral loose change. To create your sculpture, use Sculpey (or another oven baked clay) to form a large flower petal. Form a smaller petal and press it into the center of the larger petal. Place plastic beads in bottom of the bowl. Bake, per package instructions, to melt plastic and harden clay.
Stitched Paper Cards
Show Mom the love with a hand-cut and stitched card. Start by cutting a shape (try a flower or an animal shape) from medium to thick craft paper. Punch holes along the border with a small hole punch. Stitch, using embroidery floss, thin twine, or yarn. Add additional flare like a pipe cleaner stem and a pretty vintage button.
Craft Stick Picture Frame
Once the kids have picked out their favorite photo with Mom, they can proudly display it against a handmade frame. The brighter, the better!
Coin Purse
Lay a handkerchief flat with one pointed end at the top. Fold the bottom point up so that it rests in the center of the fabric. Pull the left and right points toward the center, overlapping them slightly. Tack down sides that overlap the bottom triangle using fusible webbing. Sew on a small snap to hold the top flap closed. Add a decorative button on top, if desired.
Handprint Apron
A simple, easy craft can go a long way. This apron takes little time to put together, but will bring a smile to your face every time you wear it.
Tin Can Planters
Mom will have the most loved-up garden on the block thanks to these personalized planters. Little ones can decorate the cans however they please with alphabet stickers.
Origami Heart Bookmarks
For every gripping page-turner, she'll have a place to mark her spot and a loving little reminder of the thoughtful kids behind these bookmarks.
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