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6 Handmade Mother's Day Ideas

March 05, 2024 • flower • gift • knitting • mixed media • paper

Are you're looking for a present that's extra special this Mother's Day? Here's a round-up of our favourite handmade gift ideas for you to follow or take inspiration from.

Paper Rose

January 31, 2018 • Clare Youngs • flower • gift • mixed media • paper • upcycling

This paper rose is made from upcycling old books and is a perfect handmade gift idea for Valentines Day.

Mother's Day Flowers in a Jar

March 02, 2017 • flower • gift • mixed media • string • upcycling • wood

Give your Mother’s Day bouquet a make over this year and get creative with your gift – your mum is bound to appreciate the homemade effort! This gorgeous string art project looks like flowers in a mason jar, but is made with wood pieces, nails and thread. Don’t be put off if you’re not a woodworking pro; the charm of this project is the rustic, handmade design, so a few wonky nails will only add to the effect!

Origami Rose

January 22, 2017 • flower • origami • paper

Make a beautiful origami rose in bloom to give someone special or to decorate a table on Valentine's Day, or to show some self love this winter. With simple step-by-step instructions and photos to demonstrate each fold, even beginners will enjoy making this origami flower.