Mother’s Day will soon be here in a few weeks (on Sunday, May 10th, to be precise), and we’ve gathered several entertaining gift ideas. You’re welcome to pass if you have a complex relationship with this holiday, naturally. For those who are observing, here are 15 suggestions for the mothers and mother figures in your lives…
A stunning cheese board that comes prepared to eat, with herbed chèvre, strawberry rhubarb jam, chocolate almonds, and many more delicious and savory items. $165. (Or an avocado-toast basket, $80.)
Everyday nail polish, $20, and a plan to do one another’s nails.
A wonderful digital frame that simplifies sharing and showing your favorite photos, starting at $179. My mom, my aunt Lulu, and I all have one and adore them. Bonus: Use code CUPOFJO to receive $25 off this frame.
A chic sweatshirt for the NPR moms amongst us. $45. (via Abbey)
A cult-favorite tomato candle that’s earthy, peppery, and smells like stepping into a summer vegetable garden. (My friend was burning this in her home the other night and I couldn’t stop commenting on how amazing the aroma was.) $64.
A delightful green mug she’ll turn to every morning. (It also comes in nine other charming colors.) $44.
A large bunch of peonies, potentially the world’s most beautiful flower, from $77…
…or marshmallow flowers, $41, if she loves sweets. (Via Abbey)
Diamond pajamas, $119, or pjs for dog moms, $56 on sale.
A summery scent that she’ll opt for daily, $115. I loooove this vanilla salt. Or this sampler set, so she can select a scent suitable for her mood, $72. Bonus: Enjoy 20% off Ellis products on Amazon with code EBCUPOFJO (valid through Monday, April 27th; not combinable with other discounts.)
I’m not creative/artistic at all, but enjoying 30 Rock reruns while coloring illustrations of Paris street scenes sounds like a DREAAAAMMMM. Also, Tokyo and New York and market days. $20.
A floral tin of Levain cookies, which are tasty and sizable as a brick. $69.
A humorous hat so she can have a bit of peace and quiet for the love of all things sacred. $36/priceless.
A contribution in her name to Planned Parenthood, which offers essential healthcare and sex education to millions globally.
A card listing all the reasons you love her, $7, or coffee, lunch, dinner, a movie, or walk together. “I just want to feel remembered and to know that there’s a place for me in my children’s lives,” writes Laurel Pantin, who describes herself as a “quality-time mom.” Aren’t we all? xoxo
P.S. The greatest thing my mom did as a parent, and a parenting insight that truly moved me. Plus, three complex mother/daughter relationships.
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