Says Wendy: "My mom is hard to shop for because she has opposite styles. Her wardrobe is rather bright while her home is rather dull. Every room in the house is either white or beige with plain brown furniture! I want to help her see... [More]
Says Mike: "This year has been very tough for my mother and I'd really like to do something special for her. I just returned from a year in Afghanistan (which caused her alot of stress) only to discover she'd just been laid off from her... [More]
Every Mom deserves a few moments in her week to unwind, draw a bath, relax, and enjoy the silence - sometimes that's all it takes to recharge her batteries. We're sure Mom would love to slip into the Geisha Flower Silk Robe ($158) after her... [More]
When she takes her first bite she'll have no idea what to expect, and then - pure bliss! Spanish Chocolate Dipped Figs ($22 for a 16 pc box) are the perfect way to "wow" Mom - with something other than the traditional flowers and chocolate.... [More]
Says Anna: "Professionally my mom was a psychiatrist who decided to leave the medical field to raise three unruly children and now has run out of things to control...I uh mean...do...now that all her kids are grown and off in the world. She fills what... [More]
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Green thumbs go unnoticed in inhospitable climates, but all gardening moms will smile with the Aerogarden ($140) all lush and beautiful on their counter top. A special Adaptive Growth Intelligence system delivers the perfect amount of light and nutrients from germination to maturity for fast,... [More]
Chalkboard Eggs ($35) by Red Thread are darling message bearers that your mom can keep around the kitchen or office. These are real ostrich eggs from down under hollowed out and propped in a twine nest. Red Thread assures that ostrich eggs are as sturdy... [More]
Says Susan: "Hey Outblush! My Mama is a pediatrician, former child of the sixties, make up eschewing (but arm pit and leg shaving) one woman work machine. I think she's a closet product junkie but she would never admit it or buy anything for herself...however... [More]
Cathryn wrote in to say that her "Mom doesn't care about things, but she does love books...but as a librarian, she doesn't BUY books for herself!" Well, we could name dozens, if not hundreds, of amazing books, but obviously that won't do. Hope these choices... [More]
New moms know how important it is to keep baby close, cozy and warm. Soft organic cotton lines the Serena and Lily Market Organic Sling ($129) and keeps baby right next to you and in comfort. The sling is made from a seamless piece of... [More]
Every mother wants to feel special, and the Mother's Day 2010 limited edition Heartfelt Swatch Watch ($120) feels like an exclusive treat. The sophisticated pale periwinkle band has a subtle snakeskin pattern, and as a whole, the simplicity of this piece could suit a broad... [More]
With all the hard work Mom puts into her gardens - it's not just for her own enjoyment, she want visitors to share the blooms and love. After planting the BloemBox Habitat Gardens Assortment ($99) neighbors, birds and insects alike will be flocking to her... [More]
If Stacy London has taught us anything, it's that just because you have a baby doesn't mean that you have to neglect your fashion needs. Stand up for your style with the rich tapestry Timi & Leslie Mirelle Diaper Bag ($40). It looks like it... [More]
We're sure your mother has one (or twelve hundred) favorite photos of you as a child that she still displays as proudly as if they were shot yesterday. Bring that snapshot into the 21st century and give it new life by having ModernClassicsKids recreate it... [More]
Now this is a sentimental necklace we'd be proud to give to our mothers. Kris Nations' In Love Necklace ($62) is sweet, simple, handmade, and will remind our mommies that we, well, love them! It'd be a perfect gift for a mom with a seriously... [More]
If your mom's the tea-loving type but she's already got enough Oolong and Early Grey to last a lifetime as well as enough cups and pots to have service for seventy, consider the Time for Tea Towels ($20 for two) from girlscantell's Etsy shop. The... [More]
Nothing says "Mother's Day" like perfume, yeah? But if you're not sure what Mom likes, or maybe you think she'd like to try something new, the Sephora Favorites Eau Girl Set ($40) could be just the right gift. It contains small bottles of eight bestselling... [More]
Soap is, well, soap, right? Nothing special. Except if it's Just Soap Pedal Powered Soap ($15-16). They actually power their soap blender with a bicycle to stick to their goal of "human scale, eco-friendly production" with less energy use. The soaps are pretty nice, too,... [More]
We're long time fans of Nikki McClure's art. Her bold images are cut from single sheets of paper and are truly unique and often quite intricate. This Mother's Day, we're gifting a few of our mom-to-be friends with The First 1000 Days ($10), a baby... [More]
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