Sunday May 14th 2023 is Mother’s Day and we’ve put together a short gift guide consisting of your classic Mother’s Day gift ideas along with experiences you can share with your Mom if that is more her thing. 

Mother’s Day itself is a day for honoring the mother of the family, or an individual who cares for you/others. It celebrates motherhood and the bonds created through love with a matriarchal figure. 

Whether she loves the outdoors or prefers to shop until she drops, there is a little something for everyone here!

Gift ideas

Flowers

Fresh or dry blooms are the perfect gift for Mother’s Day! Giving someone their favorite flowers is a sure way to brighten their day and make them smile. Plus, dried flowers last a very long time too (when cared for correctly!) and are a lovely keepsake.

Chocolate/Baked goods

Who doesn’t love sweet treats! If your Mom has a sweet tooth, then this is an ideal gift. Try With The Grain, or Decadently Yours! They have a great selection of baked goods that will give your Mom a taste sensation.

Jewelry

Jewelry is an age-old classic gift that will be treasured forever. Whether you choose to go for a more minimal style, bold, colorful or even personalized for Mother’s Day, it is guaranteed to bring a smile and maybe even a tear or two.

Family portrait

Family portraits are wonderful to capture a memorable moment with everyone together. Portraits that are either drawn or painted, or taken with a camera are a great gift for your Mom, so she can see her whole family all together. Plus, it is a great excuse to all hang out and see one another, so it’s a win for everyone!

Gift basket of her favorite things

If you can’t decide what specifically to give your Mom, or if you just want to go all out and spoil her, then a gift basket of all her favorite things/snacks/drinks is a lovely idea. Put as many or as few things in as you like; you could even wrap each gift individually to make the unboxing more fun and exciting for her.

Experience ideas

Pottery painting

Pottery painting is such a fun, cozy way to spend part of a day! Check out either Play with Clay or Crock A Doodle for some unique, exciting experiences where you can paint your very own pottery ornament/decoration and keep it forever.

Life drawing

Life drawing is definitely an experience not to be missed! It’s beautiful, funny and completely out of many people’s comfort zones, which is exactly why you should go. Test your drawing skills, bond over art and meet new people! It is a gift your Mom will remember forever.

Spring wreath making

Wreaths are not just for Christmas! If your Mom is into crafting and home decor, then this is the perfect experience to take her to! Build a wreath and then decorate it with cute, pastel eggs, flowers, bunnies and more- a fabulous way to spend time together and leave with an adorable keepsake.

Treat her to a meal either at home or out

If your Mom is a foodie or just likes to be wined and dined every now and then, heading out to a nice restaurant would be a perfect Mother’s Day treat! La Cucina Ristorante, a classy Italian restaurant in the heart of Guelph is a great place to go and enjoy their beautiful food while you catch up with your Mom. Alternatively, you could set up your home like a restaurant; print out some menus, create a dress code, light some candles. Make it seem special even though it is at home!

Spa day

Everyone needs to rest and unwind, so why not treat your Mom and yourself to a day at the spa! Guelph is home to Le Petite Spa and The Spa at 160, both of which offer delightful spa treatments that will make you feel like you’re floating on a cloud.

Wishing all who celebrate, a Happy Mother’s Day!