Last year I saw the funniest video of a mom explaining that you can all forego the kitchen appliances, clothing items, and gardening supplies; all we moms really want is just a day to be alone and relax! In fact, the only Mother’s Day gift I’ve ever asked for was to sleep in.
Since a day off is nearly impossible to come by as a mom, we thought a gift guide made up items that will help all the moms in your life achieve at least a few moments of relaxation was called for! We’ve got 15 soothing items for any lady on your list this summer, featuring this happy and sweet DIY crochet and knitting book SereKNITy: Peaceful Projects to Soothe and Inspire.
I can’t tell you enough how much I love the premise of this book! A lot of times, all the DIY inspiration and how-tos out there can feel overwhelming. But, instead of a focus on the pinterest-perfect, this book is all about the peaceful time spent making the project. A way to slow down and recharge with uncomplicated, practical patterns for the loveliest handmade items.
Besides making you feel at-ease with the projects within, this book also features pretty photography, and lovely illustrations. Plus, the projects are things you actually want to make, like cute boot cuffs and fluffy eye pillows.
Since both my mom and my mother-in-law crochet and knit, I immediately thought this book would make a great gift for either of them. While I definitely think this book by itself is more than a great present, I’m also the kind of person who likes to put things together with complimenting items, in baskets if I can! So I started brainstorming a bunch of other pretty and relaxing items to go with it. I decided to share them all with you in case you’re also looking for soothing gifts for mom!
And, since this guide is cutting it a little close (in case you’ve been away from the calendar recently–Mother’s day is in 6 days), this guide is also perfect for all the women in your life! We all do so much (often too much) and as such could all use some calm and quiet. Looking for birthday presents? Bridesmaid gifts? Shower or just because presents? We got ya covered. And lets not forget how many teachers out there could use one of these items as a last day of school present!
So click through for 15 more peace-promoting gifts for all the gals in your life.
This simple building project only requires a few tools, a couple hours and any variation in size and color you can imagine! Framed in a wood box, delicate mini vases hang at varying lengths to display real or fake flowers. Hang it from a wall for a permanent piece of artwork that changes with the season depending on your fillings, use it as a centrepiece that is just as beautiful from every angle or always keep it on your countertop to happily greet you every time you pass it! The possibilities for display are endless and the steps to build it are the same whether you make it to house 1 or 10 vases. 
3. Once your shape is cut, use the knife to slice a small sliver at the top. This is where the photo/card will go into so test the depth with a photo to make sure it is sufficient.
5. Use painter’s tape to tape off any sections that you don’t want covered with the spray paint.
6. Spray paint the clay. I only needed to do one coat. Once the spray paint is dry, take the painter’s tape off and place your photos in the holders!
My super talented sister-in-law is always sending cards. Seriously, she is the card queen. Every birthday or event she immediately sends you a thank you card for- she is so thoughtful. One time I was in Utah and went to my niece’s birthday party and two days later when I got home, I had a thank you card waiting for me. It was incredible. And these holders are perfect for showing off her endless adorable cards!
They are also great for holding all types of invitations in! And this amazing Alice in Wonderland postcard Machelle sent me!
