These Mother’s Day craft ideas are gifts kids can make to give their mothers on Mother’s Day.
My absolute favorite gift to receive on Mother’s Day is something my kids made for me. Is it because I’m a crafter? Who knows. But I just love a handmade gift. I love seeing my little kiddos’ handwriting and art and happy creations. They are always my favorite gift to receive.
If you’re a school teacher or dad or anyone looking for a gift to help a child make for their mother or grandmother, here are some of my favorite ideas for Mother’s Day crafts kids can make.
Mother’s Day Crafts for Kids
Mothers Day Handprint Apron
Is there anything cuter than a child’s handprint? Add it to an apron it’s a practical gift that can be used often.
Pom Pom Flower Craft
Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com
Seeing a child’s photo peeking out of the center of these just makes me giggle. I would love to get this as a Mother’s Day gift!
KID-MADE FREE PRINTABLE MOTHER’S DAY BOOK
Photo Credit: www.hellowonderful.co
I love to hear what kids have to say about their moms. Their answers can be hilarious! This printable book is a great keepsake.
Tiny Little Hands Will Melt Dad’s Heart
Photo Credit: projectnursery.com
The original tutorial for this project is no longer online, but it looks simple to recreate. The handprints are put on shrink plastic, then attached to a keychain with a jump ring.
Salt Dough Handprint Bowl
Photo Credit: www.messylittlemonster.com
Another great handprint idea… make a little trinket dish out of clay.
Footprint and Handprint Bouquet of Flowers
Photo Credit: alittlepinchofperfect.com
Too cute to have footprints and handprints that make a bouquet.
Egg Carton Flowers
Photo Credit: www.iheartartsncrafts.com
Recycle egg cartons into these cute flowers to give to Mom.
DIY RAINBOW PAPER HEART POM POM WREATH
Photo Credit: www.hellowonderful.co
All you need is paper and ribbon to make a cute heart wreath.
Hama Bead Coasters
Photo Credit: www.mybaba.com
Hama beads are just another name for perler beads. What a fun way to make something for Mom.
Thumbprint Clay Hearts
Photo Credit: www.agirlandagluegun.com
This keychain will be a treasure when those little fingers are all grown up. Love it!
KID-MADE DIY MOTHER’S DAY FLORAL HERB PERFUME
Photo Credit: www.hellowonderful.co
A more elegant gift and I can see older kids really loving to make this.
Plastic Perler Bead Bowls
Photo Credit: meaningfulmama.com
Another great perler bead craft… make a trinket dish for Mom.
Robin Thumbprint Mugs
Photo Credit: www.muminthemadhouse.com
Oh, the little robins made from thumbprints are too sweet. She shares great tips for making it dishwasher safe too, which is much appreciated for any busy mom!
Handprint Lilies | How to Make an Easy Paper Lily
Photo Credit: onelittleproject.com
Turn paper handprints into these pretty lilies.
Magical Mother’s Day Unicorn Handprint Card
Photo Credit: www.pinkstripeysocks.com
A handprint unicorn makes a magical Mother’s Day card.
(Free Printable) All About My Mom Questionnaire
Photo Credit: thekeeledeal.com
I love these! Kids say the darndest things and having them fill out these surveys is sure to make for some fun reading.
Salt Dough Heart Footprint Keepsake
Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com
Ah, save those little tootsies forever with this heart footprint keepsake.
Paper Plate Mother’s Day Craft for Kids
Photo Credit: nontoygifts.com
This craft is perfect for toddlers and the littlest crafters. Easy, inexpensive and made with love.
Kid-Made Dish Towels
Photo Credit: www.icanteachmychild.com
These examples show winter themed art, but the same method can be used to make a design that mom would love.
Flower Button Art
Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com
Such cheerful cards and with a handwritten note inside, it will become a treasured gift.
I Love You Because Mothers Day Craft Flowers
Photo Credit: busycreatingmemories.com
These kinds of gifts are the best. Kids say the darndest things, so these flowers are cute and funny.
Mothers Day Gift: Handprint Oven Mitt
Photo Credit: www.theidearoom.net
There’s the cutest little poem to go with this gift idea.
DIY fridge magnets out of a child’s artwork
Photo Credit: www.craftmehappy.com
These fridge magnets are made with shrink plastic and who wouldn’t want to memorialize the tadpole people? It’s my favorite drawing stage!
Pour Pot Garden Wind Chimes
Photo Credit: sugarspiceandglitter.com
I love the idea of these windchimes and they look fun to paint.
Mother’s Day Thumbprint Magnet Gift
Photo Credit: firstgradeblueskies.com
Another cute idea involving thumbprints. The child’s handwriting is a sweet addition.
Mothers Day Mason Jar Vase
Photo Credit: christinamariablog.com
Turn a mason jar into a precious vase with a handprint.
Handmade Mothers Day Card
Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com
Another sweet card idea using inexpensive items.
3 INGREDIENT PEPPERMINT SUGAR SCRUB
Photo Credit: emmaowl.com
This peppermint sugar scrub would be a great gift. Or change up the scent with mom’s favorite preference.
Mother’s Day Handprint Flower Pot
Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com
This Mother’s Day card combines all the best things… a handprint, flowers, and a pop up surprise note!
DIY Hand-Painted Candle Holder Kid-Made Gift Ideas
Photo Credit: rhythmsofplay.com
These candle holders look really fun to make and glow beautifully at night.
Painted Mosaic Styrofoam Tile Picture Frame
Photo Credit: www.pinkstripeysocks.com
I can see this gift being a huge hit with grandmas. Lots of ways to customize a picture frame and it would be a great gift!
I hope you’ve found something that fits the bill for your Mother’s Day. Happy crafting!
Let’s Get Social
I’m sharing tons of fun ideas on my social channels and I’d love for you to join me there.