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Handmade gifts to give on Mother’s Day: a collection of heartfelt ideas

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If you’re wondering what to give for Mother’s Day, how about a handmade gift?Handmade gifts have a warmth that store-bought items don’t, and they let you convey the feelings you put into making them.That said, when it’s time to actually try, many people end up worrying: “What should I make?” “Is it okay if I’m not crafty?”In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of handmade gift ideas perfect for Mother’s Day.They’re all easy to try with materials you can find around you, so please use them as inspiration!

Handmade gifts to give on Mother's Day: a collection of heartfelt ideas (1–10)

makeup pouch

To accompany a Mother’s Day gift... How to make a round cosmetic pouch with lots of pockets

makeup pouch

Let’s make a round, handmade cosmetic pouch.

Prepare one piece each of outer fabric and lining fabric, batting, a zipper, and a pattern.

Place the pattern on the outer fabric, lining, and batting, and cut them to the shape of the pouch.

Sew the lining together to create the pocket that will go on the inside.

Make small cuts on the outer side of the zipper area, then sew it together with the batting and fabric.

It’s recommended to secure everything in place as you sew to prevent shifting.

Also secure the lining with the pocket, making sure the orientation is correct, and sew it in place.

Trim the excess zipper, shape the inside, and you’re done.

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Arrange Photo Frame

[100-yen Artificial Flowers] How to Make a Mother’s Day Photo Frame/Photo Frame Arrangement: A Mother’s Day Flower Arrangement Using Carnations, Baby’s Breath, and Roses

Arrange Photo Frame

Gorgeous, vibrant flowers are beautiful! Here are some ideas for arranging photo frames.

A photo frame is a border or frame used to display photographs.

Many people use them to showcase treasured photos beautifully or as part of their room decor.

With a variety of materials and designs available, one of their charms is that you can choose something that suits your personal taste and the style of your room.

Since we’re going the handmade route this time, try making one using your mom’s favorite flowers and colors.

It’s great that you can get the materials at a 100-yen shop, too.

Take this opportunity to give it a try!

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Popup card

Handmade pop-up card for Mother's Day

Popup card

Let’s try making and giving a handmade popup card that springs up in 3D when you open it! Since it’s for Mother’s Day, how about creating a card where carnations gently bloom? Prepare colored paper for the base, make slits and fold them, then attach carnations made from tissue paper along the base’s creases—that’s it! Use two colors for the base paper and make one piece slightly larger; it will look like a frame and be even more attractive.

Put the gratitude you don’t usually express into a message card.

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Handmade gifts to give on Mother's Day: A collection of heartfelt ideas (11–20)

balloon flower

How to make a balloon flower (the easiest rubber balloon version, with almost everything from the 100-yen shop)

balloon flower

How about making a flower balloon—a balloon filled with artificial flowers—and giving it as a Mother’s Day gift? All you need are a clear balloon and your favorite artificial flowers to put inside; most of the supplies can be found at a 100-yen shop.

Carefully stretch the balloon’s opening so it doesn’t tear, and insert the flowers little by little, twisting them in so they keep their shape.

Once the flowers are inside, use a pump to inflate the balloon, adjust the flowers’ positions, and secure the stems at the balloon’s opening with a rubber band to finish.

You can also decorate it by attaching a stick or adding a ribbon.

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Botanical candle

[100-Yen DIY] How to Make a Botanical Candle (with Detailed Explanation) / Making a Botanical Candle

Botanical candle

Have you ever made a handmade candle? How about trying a botanical candle, which has been quietly growing in popularity lately? All you need are a candle, dried flowers, and a plastic tube to use as a candle mold—everything can be found at a 100-yen shop.

For the mold, we recommend containers for cotton swabs in different sizes.

The inner candle is made with a simple method; then place it in the center of a slightly larger mold, pack dried flowers around it, pour in the melted wax, and once it sets, it’s done.

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Help Ticket

[Mother’s Day] How to Make Helper Tickets 🎫 Fun to tear along the perforations ♪ #shorts

Help Ticket

Here’s a recommended handmade “help coupon” booklet for Mother’s Day.

Gather construction paper, glue, colored pens, letter stickers, and tape, and let’s make it.

Once you decide which coupons you want, cut the construction paper to ticket size.

Use a craft knife to score a dotted line about one-eighth of the ticket from one end.

Add the ticket title with letter stickers or by writing it with a pen, then apply glue to the section you scored and stick the pieces together.

Add an outer cover, wrap tape around the glued edge to secure it, and you’re done! A custom coupon booklet tailored to your mom’s tastes will surely make her happy!

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Beaded accessories

Mother’s Day Carnation Earrings [Beaded Accessories / Handmade Accessories]

Beaded accessories

Let’s give a wearable carnation accessory as a gift! Here are some beaded accessory ideas.

When you think of Mother’s Day, many people probably picture carnations.

This time, let’s make accessories featuring everlasting carnations made from beads.

You can customize them to your mom’s taste—like turning them into pierced earrings or clip-ons.

Try creating a stylish and cute present!

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