Affordable Mother's Day Gift Ideas

When it comes to Mother’s Day, the best gifts aren’t always the most expensive. More often than not, mums value:

• Quality time – Spending time together, whether over a meal, a day out, or just a heartfelt conversation, is often more meaningful than any physical gift.

• Appreciation – A simple, thoughtful gesture can mean the world to her.

• Meaningful gestures – Personalised or handmade gifts can hold far more sentimental value than store-bought ones.

Consider gifts that reflect these priorities, like personalised keepsakes, DIY projects, or gifts that encourage shared experiences.

You don’t need to spend much to make Mum feel appreciated. Here are some thoughtful and budget-friendly ways to celebrate:

• Homemade brunch or dinner – Cook her favourite meal and enjoy it together.

• A family walk or day out – Whether it’s a stroll through the park or a visit to a local landmark, quality time is priceless.

• Handwritten letter or homemade card – Express your love with heartfelt words.

• DIY gifts – Create a memory jar filled with notes, a scrapbook of special moments, or handmade jewellery.

Sometimes, the simplest gestures leave the biggest impact.

If you have a little more to spend, these gifts offer a beautiful balance of affordability and thoughtfulness:

Pastel Dried Flower Posy Bouquet Letterbox Gift, £15– A charming arrangement of delicate, hand-selected dried flowers that will last far beyond Mother’s Day, serving as a lasting reminder of your love.

Keith Brymer Jones ‘Mum’ Mug, £15– A high-quality ceramic mug featuring the word ‘Mum’ embossed in Keith Brymer Jones’ signature style, perfect for her morning tea or coffee.

Meaningful Words Mum Keyring in Silver, £14 – A sleek silver keyring engraved with touching words, a small yet heartfelt reminder of how much she means to you.

Rose Quartz Gin Cooling Stones, £12 - Made of rose quartz in a stunning pink shade, these stones are tumbled into cubes, perfectly resembling ice.

Small Blue Daisy Bee Ceramic Planter and Tray, £12 – A sweet ceramic planter featuring a hand-painted daisy and bee design, ideal for growing small plants or herbs.

Personalised Name & Birth Flower Leather Bookmark, £12– A beautifully crafted leather bookmark, personalised with her name and birth flower, making it a meaningful keepsake for book-loving mums.

Ceramic Pink Heart Mum Mug, £12 – A soft pink ceramic mug adorned with a delicate heart and ‘Mum’ inscription, perfect for her favourite hot drinks.

East of India Mum in a Million Tealight Holder, £12 – A dainty ceramic tealight holder with an elegant, heartfelt message that will light up her space beautifully.

Ceramic Beehive Oil Burner, £10 – A unique beehive-shaped ceramic oil burner, perfect for filling her home with soothing scents.

Small Ceramic Mum Bud Vase, £10 – A delicate ceramic vase designed for holding small fresh or dried flowers, adding a charming touch to any room.

For those looking for even more budget-friendly options, these under-£10 picks are small but full of sentiment:

Wonderful Mum Stripe Ceramic Heart Coaster, £8 – A stylish ceramic coaster with a soft pastel stripe design and a heartfelt message for Mum.

Mum Ceramic Hanging Decoration, £7 – A beautifully crafted ceramic hanging decoration, ideal for displaying around the house as a constant reminder of your love.

Mum Tiny Matchbox Dried Flower Posy, £6.50 – A miniature dried flower arrangement tucked inside a charming matchbox, symbolising long-lasting love and appreciation.

Tiny Matchbox Blooming Lovely Ceramic Flower Token, £6.50 – A tiny yet meaningful ceramic flower token inside a matchbox, making a heartfelt keepsake.

Tin of Butterfly Mix Seed Balls, £6.50 – A tin filled with wildflower seed balls designed to attract butterflies, perfect for mums who love gardening and nature.

The Most Amazing Mummy Ceramic Mug, £6 – A sweet and simple ceramic mug featuring the words ‘The Most Amazing Mummy’ in a lovely handwritten-style font.

Koala Bottle Stopper, £5 – A fun and quirky koala-shaped bottle stopper that keeps drinks fresh while adding a playful touch to Mum’s kitchen.

Five Pounds Gift Voucher, £5  – A practical and flexible option for mums who love to choose their own gifts.

Enamel Daisy Keyring, £4 – A pretty enamel keyring featuring a daisy design, adding a little floral charm to her keys or bag.

Gnaw Bee Happy Milk Chocolate, £3.50  – A delicious milk chocolate bar that’s both a sweet treat and a thoughtful nod to Mother’s Day.