5 Great Mother’s Day Gifts for Students

This weekend is Mother’s Day, and if you are a graduating high school senior, it may be particularly hard on your mom this year. She’s watched you grow from a fussy baby to a rambunctious toddler to a young adult who’s ready to leave for college in a few months. Don’t be surprised if you catch her looking through photo albums or complaining about ‘watery eyes’ from allergies; she’s simply trying to take in every last moment of your childhood while she can. Letting go isn’t easy for most mothers, so be patient with yours and take a little extra time this Mother’s Day to show her how much you appreciate her. A great way to express your gratitude for everything she does for you is to make something from scratch. It will probably be less expensive than any store bought gift, and mean so much more to her because you took the time to make it. Here are just a few ideas that may inspire you.

1. Recipe Clipboard

Does your mom love to cook? Lucky you! You’re going to miss those meals when you are in college, but if you make her this pretty recipe clipboard, she might be inclined to make you a care package or two next semester. It’s fairly simple to make, you just need a clipboard (try the dollar stores), some paint or mod podge, glue and a giant clothes pin. For an extra cute touch, glue a colorful bow on the top.

2. Plant Container

Flowers are nice, but they die after a few days. Why not give your mom something she can keep for several years, like a beautiful miniature rose bush or azalea in a plant container? Purchase a metal pail (you can get these at any discount store) and decorate it with colorful fabric or paper. Then, simply pot the plant, wrap a bow around the container, and present it to her. Each time she waters it, she will be reminded of you.

3. Bath Fizzies

If you really want to make your mom feel special, make her a homemade batch of bath fizzies. Although this item takes a little more time than some of the other gifts in this post, it’s worth the effort. You may need to ask your dad, or another adult, to help gather some of the items, such as citric acid and essential oils, but the majority of the ingredients can be found in your kitchen. Use a mason or jelly jar to store the complete bath salts. You can present them as a gift on their own or create a spa basket by adding other items, such as candles, lotions and chocolates.

4. Decorated Candles

Candles are a great way to add warmth to any room and they are inexpensive. You can take an ordinary candle and add some pretty paper, ribbon, buttons, dried flowers or just about anything, and make it into something wonderful and unique. Don’t forget to add a pretty stand or container for them, too.

5. Care Package

If you really struggle with being crafty, here’s a project just for you! Take an empty 2-liter soda container, clean it out and peel off the label. Carefully cut a small opening where the label was and fill the bottle with your mom’s favorite snacks and treats. Then, use some cardstock to make a new label (I suggest Mom’s Emergency Chocolate Kit) and tape it over the opening. Add some decorative touches, like felt flowers or ribbon, and you are done.

Another great gift idea is a photo collage of you in a shadow box. Track down snapshots of you from birth to now, sprinkle in some keepsakes and add a special poem or quote. It’s a surefire way to make any mom cry. I know you are excited about leaving for college and tackling life on your own, but don’t forget your mom is probably struggling with letting you go. Use this Mother’s Day to remind her how much you will miss her and that you are grateful for everything she has done for you. And if you can’t afford to give her a gift, a simple ‘Thank You’ will go a long way.

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