Affordable gift ideas for Mother's Day
It's nearly Mother's Day! Looking for some lovely and affordable ideas to surprise your mum with a super original and practical gift? Check out this list of 10 gift ideas for Mother's Day.
Mothers are made of some special stuff. They're our heroes: brave, strong and full of love. They have it all! So the least we can do is thank them for all that they do for us every day. On 5 May, have the best time with your mum and make her smile from ear to ear. You already know what we think the best gift is: spending quality time with her. But wouldn't you also like to give her that extra something? Well, you're in luck, because we've come up with a master list of very affordable and original gift ideas for Mother's Day. Here they are!
1. For mums who love plants
What beats the smell of flowers? If your mum loves decorating the house with lots of plants and has a little green corner in every room, she'll love this.
First off, a timeless classic: gifting flowers. There's something enigmatic about plants that never fails to charm. In fact, it has been proven that plants transmit a lot of positive energy and help boost our mood, among other things. Do you want your mum to be smiling from ear to ear? Treat her to a beautiful natural plant this Mother's Day.
And why not? In choosing this type of gift, we'll still have enough left over to buy a plant pot to go with it. Whether they are indoor or outdoor plant pots, they are aesthetically stunning and bring bundles of personality, wherever you put them. What do you think?
There are lots of different ways you can present it to your mum. For example, you can tie a bow around it and wrap it in transparent paper that leaves the branches free.
2. For mums who are always prepared
Although we're not quite sure how they do it, some mums can truly see ahead and always have useful tricks up their sleeves to face any obstacle. Is your mum like that? If so, this next Mother's Day gift is perfect.
It's a super-stylish classic backpack that has plenty of room and lots of little touches to make sure that your mum always has the space for everything she needs. It has a special compartment for keys and cards, as well as other pockets and compartments, and it's perfectly designed to fit a laptop or food container. Isn't it great?
The fabric you can see in the image is recycled polyester, which is a material that helps reduce the use of both new raw materials and our environmental impact. So this backpack, which boasts the three As (affordable, attractive and amazing quality), is a no-brainer. Plus, it's also waterproof!
3. Gifts for mums who love organisation and decoration
A decorative basket or box is the perfect gift for those mums who are forever looking for ways to organise their home without losing the magic of style and decor. That's why you can't go wrong with this suggestion on our list of affordable ideas for Mother's Day. You can present it to her by adding a little something inside, such as a nice scarf or her favourite chocolates — it is her special day after all!
At IKEA, we strive to give our products that extra touch that makes them stand out from the crowd. Here, the real selling point, other than its interesting grid design, is the material it's made of. Can you guess what it is? It's bamboo, a more eco-friendly material.
4. Ideas for mums who like reading
Our next idea is more aimed at those mums who always make time to read, no matter what is going on. With a clamp spotlight they can easily read anywhere in the house and at any time of day.
This lamp is super light and easy to position and secure where it suits best. So it's perfect for your mum's night-time reading adventures. It emits a light that's not too harsh on the eyes, and it can be easily adjusted with its adjustable arm and head.
And do you know the best part? Besides the fact it's practical, what we like most about it is that thanks to its LED bulb, it consumes much less energy than a conventional bulb, making it a much more eco-friendly gift.
5. For mums who like a good cuppa
Has taking time out for a delightful tea infusion or a comforting hot coffee become a bit of a ritual for your mum? Make that moment even more special and stylish with the right accessories.
It's the small details that make all the difference and take an experience to that next level. That's why we suggest you buy your mum some pretty cups for Mother's Day so your mum can enjoy her cuppa even more.
6. A gift served with royal treatment
On the subject of the last gift, why not top off the experience with a completely sensory gift? If you get the chance, say good morning to your mum the way she deserves, with a special breakfast!
Let the cups you bought her make their debut alongside a yummy bite to eat. Fill a cup with her favourite drink (coffee, a tea infusion or juice), something she doesn't normally have for breakfast but that you know she'll love (like a warm croissant or a bowl of fresh fruit), and serve it on a beautiful bamboo tray. You'll get brownie points for both the presentation and the taste.
Did you know that our range of drinks are all 100% organic? At IKEA, we are committed to producing sustainable organic food. That's why all our drinks have been produced sustainably with the farmers working in fair conditions. If you want to find out more about our offer and give your mum the full package, check out our Swedish Food Market and indulge in all our products.
7. Gifts with a message for pretty mums
Mirror mirror on the wall… who's the fairest mum of them all? Mine! The truth is, no matter how many years pass, our mums only seem to get prettier. What if, with this mirror, you tell her how beautiful she is 365 days a year? You can even write it on the glass itself with something as simple as lipstick.
This next little gift is perfect for the prettiest of mums. It's a jewellery box made of cork, which is a renewable and durable material that is also water resistant (so you can put it in the bedroom or the bathroom with complete peace of mind). As you'll see, it comes with a mirror and compartments where you can keep all your favourite things, from necklaces to nail polish. It can also be stacked so that it takes up as little space as possible. Do you like it?
8. Gifts for her relaxation time
It might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you are thinking about what to get your mum for Mother's Day but choosing something like a lantern or a candle holder can be a great option.
For this gift, we were inspired by those moments everyone needs throughout the week to relax and shut off from the world. To help your mum relax and unwind, there is nothing like setting the mood a bit, and what better way than through the warmth of a few (scented or unscented) candles? Help your mum have that well-deserved relaxation time with a beautiful, original gift like this one. Doesn't it just ooze tranquillity?
9. An idea for family fun
What makes your mum the happiest? We'd bet anything that it's spending time with family and loved ones. That's why this Mother's Day gift is so special... it's the gift of spending more time together.
If your mum likes to grab her backpack and spend the day outdoors whenever the sun comes out, this gift is perfect for her. A picnic blanket is the perfect companion for all your adventures to the park, beach or mountains. This one is made of 100% recycled polyester and, as well as being both durable and soft, it has straps so you can easily carry it around. Will you try it out for the first time on 2 May?
10. Gifts for mums who love dancing
The last item on our list of affordable Mother's Day ideas is a gift that will get your mum in the groove. It is designed for those moments where your mum is on top of the world and when she only wants to sing and dance, as well as for those moments when she wants to escape for a while and relax. You can't go wrong with a Bluetooth speaker like this one and it's a super-affordable and original choice.
Did you know that this particular model in the photo is made with recycled ABS plastic? So as well as being original and affordable, you'll also be giving her a much more eco-friendly product.
What did you think? We hope you've found a ton of original and affordable ideas to give your mum on her special day. If you're still looking to learn more about our products, check out this range of special items.
We love it when customers use our products in a creative way. Why not try to do something new with them yourself? But do remember, any modifications or changes that you make to IKEA products will prevent them from being resold or used for their original purpose, thus invalidating IKEA product warranties and your right to return them.
