Last Minute Mother’s Day Ideas – Handmade to Wow!

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! If you’re like me, it sometimes sneaks up on you. Don’t panic; I’m here to share my crafters’ ‘cheat codes’ to help you make sure you still have a chance to gift the mothers in your life something special!

Whether you knit, crochet, or felt – we have some last-minute Mother’s Day craft ideas you can finish in a day or two will still dazzle, and leave Mom smiling!

Knit & Crochet Save The Day – For Mom!

Do you have some extra yarn laying around? Even smaller remnants left over from other projects can create a special handmade gift for Mom.

These projects are fast, only a day or two to make! There are tons of free patterns to find – and if you want a specific yarn, you know where to find us!

·       Book mark: Pick any stitch you like (I love lace for this) and make a 2x5 inch swatch. It’s a charming handmade bookmark for any book-loving Mom.

·       Headband: Mom reads on a tablet? No problem! Take that bookmark a step further—make it longer, stitch the ends together, and add a couple buttons. Voila! A cozy and custom headband!

·       Washcloths and Dish scrubs: Cotton yarn makes lovely soft washcloths, while rougher yarns are ideal for scrubbers. Bundle a few together with a ribbon for a cute kitchen or bath set! (Cleaning might not be glamorous – but maybe with a handmade set, Mom can take a relaxing bath while YOU do the dishes!)

·       Cozies: Free patterns abound for that special someone who drinks tea or coffee, like these super cute TinCanKnits Main Street cup cozies. Or, did you know you could put cute, colorful cozies on your planter pots? Easy to personalize, and sure to be a sweet gesture!

·       Clutch Style Pouch: A pouch or coin purse is surprisingly simple; create a square swatch folded and joined at the sides with enough of a flap to cover the opening! Easy and simple, Mom is sure to use and treasure!

Fast, Fun, & Fabulous Felting Gift Ideas!

If you prefer felting over stitches, these quick last-minute gift ideas are a tactile delight! Ranging from surprisingly easy to as challenging as you want to make it, try these projects out.

·       Dryer Balls: An eco-friendly, reusable, and functional gift, dryer balls supplement or substitute for dryer sheets – made from wool, they also help reduce static, keep clothes soft, and reduce drying time! You can get creative with it, felting designs in color or exciting shapes – even buy some dryer balls and felt designs on to customize them! (Note: Superwash wools will not felt well!)

·       Felted Flowers: A bouquet of everlasting blooms in the form of felted flowers is a long-term keepsake that Mom will love! Check out our brand-new Calla Lily Felting Kits!

·       Felted Figurines: With a wide variety of kits, there are tons of options! From little beginner kits (like these Birds) to large kits (like Cairo the Camel) and everything in between, you can make a fuzzy friend for Mother’s day. Of course, feel free to check our fiber section, if you want to design your own!

·       Wool ‘Painting’: If you have a spare frame hanging around, you can make your very own felted wall art piece to put in it! There are lots of tutorials on how to felt onto a canvas to make landscapes, flowers, or even portraits! Create a handmade, touchable piece of art for Mom that she can look at (or even pet!) every time she walks past it.

Have a Crafty, Creative Mom – No Problem!

Sometimes, the best gift for a crafty mom is… more craft supplies! If Mom is who taught you your crafting skill, supplies to fuel her next creative project might be just the ticket! Paradise Fibers has all the good stuff – and we ship!

·       Gift Cards: The gift of choice, what’s better than a free shopping spree!? We have gift cards available in multiple amounts – and yes, you can get one online!

·       A Special Skein or Kit: Surprise her with that special yarn she’s been eyeing—maybe silk or a luxury blend she wouldn’t splurge on for herself. Or treat her to one of our curated kits to spark a new project.

·       Stitch Markers: We have an exciting new exclusive deal! Get 10 random stitch markers from our Fiber Club extras overflow for $10! These little tools are beautiful and useful for any crocheter or knitter you know!

The Joy of Handmade Can be Quick and Simple!

You don’t need weeks to make a special and meaningful DIY Mother’s Day gift. As long as what you make is full of love and heartfelt, your Mom will love her gift!

Did these ideas spark your own creative juices? Let us know in the comments if you found these ideas helpful or if they inspired new ones! You can also share your project photos with us by adding the tags #ParadiseFibers and #MothersDayCrafts!