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Mothers Day Kids Crafts

By David Jones

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 Gifts Kids Can Make

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 photo flower

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!

mothers day bouquet card

This cute printable card is ready to color. Fold up the bottom to look like a bouquet of flowers and add a cute bow to keep it closed.

mothers day book printable

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.

Photo Credit: simplykinder.com

Turn those sweet love notes into a keychain. I love to see kids handwriting and the way they spell things. So cute!

clay hand trinket dish

Photo Credit: www.messylittlemonster.com

Another great handprint idea… make a little trinket dish out of clay.

handprint and footprint mothers day card

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Too cute to have footprints and handprints that make a bouquet.

egg carton flowers for mothers day

Photo Credit: www.iheartartsncrafts.com

Recycle egg cartons into these cute flowers to give to Mom.

heart wreath for mothers day

Photo Credit: www.hellowonderful.co

All you need is paper and ribbon to make a cute heart wreath.

mothers day perler 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 keychain

Photo Credit: www.agirlandagluegun.com

This keychain will be a treasure when those little fingers are all grown up. Love it!

diy floral perfume gift

Photo Credit: www.hellowonderful.co

A more elegant gift and I can see older kids really loving to make this.

perler bead bowls

Photo Credit: meaningfulmama.com

Another great perler bead craft… make a trinket dish for Mom.

mothers day thumbprint mug

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 flowers craft

Photo Credit: onelittleproject.com

Turn paper handprints into these pretty lilies.

unicorn handprint mothers day card craft

Photo Credit: www.pinkstripeysocks.com

A handprint unicorn makes a magical Mother’s Day card.

all about my mom mothers day printable

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.

footprints in clay for mothers day

Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

Ah, save those little tootsies forever with this heart footprint keepsake.

mothers day paper plate craft

Photo Credit: nontoygifts.com

This craft is perfect for toddlers and the littlest crafters. Easy, inexpensive and made with love.

mothers day painted tea towels craft

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 mothers day card craft

Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com

Such cheerful cards and with a handwritten note inside, it will become a treasured gift.

mothers day craft idea with questions

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These kinds of gifts are the best. Kids say the darndest things, so these flowers are cute and funny.

child's handprint oven mitt mothers day craft

Photo Credit: www.theidearoom.net

There’s the cutest little poem to go with this gift idea.

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!

paint pour wind chime craft for kids

Photo Credit: sugarspiceandglitter.com

I love the idea of these windchimes and they look fun to paint.

thumbprint magnet gifts

Photo Credit: firstgradeblueskies.com

Another cute idea involving thumbprints. The child’s handwriting is a sweet addition.

mason jar mothers day gift

Photo Credit: christinamariablog.com

Turn a mason jar into a precious vase with a handprint.

mothers day card craft idea

Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com

Another sweet card idea using inexpensive items.

sugar scrub gift idea

Photo Credit: emmaowl.com

This peppermint sugar scrub would be a great gift. Or change up the scent with mom’s favorite preference.

handprint card for mothers day

Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com

This Mother’s Day card combines all the best things… a handprint, flowers, and a pop up surprise note!

candle holder craft for kids

Photo Credit: rhythmsofplay.com

These candle holders look really fun to make and glow beautifully at night.

mosaic picture frame craft for kids

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! 

xoxo Jen

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