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Today I'm sharing some gift ideas for Mother's Day (this year it's Sunday 30 March in the UK), whether you're looking for a gift for your own mum, or something for a special mother figure in your life.
Before we dive into the gift guide, I'll start by saying that often, the most precious gift for a mum is simply time. Whether it's time to rest, time for self care, time with family... time is precious, and there never seems to be enough of it! So if there's a way to create some time for the activity your mother or mother figure really needs, that's often a great place to start.
But hey, a little treat in the form of a thoughtful gift is bound to go down well too! So with that in mind, here are my suggestions for gorgeous gifts for the big day.
And of course, with this being Land Tales, all of these things are made in the UK, so you can give your gift knowing that it's been locally made, by makers and small brands who care about sustainability and treading lightly on the planet.
Firstly, how about breakfast in bed?
I love the idea of creating a new take on the old classic breakfast in bed. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Plate up her favourite pastry on one of Selwyn House's oak plates, which are handmade in rural Northamptonshire from sustainably sourced British timbers.
Add a 100% Irish linen napkin in spring tones of rose pink, lavender or natural linen, stitched in East London by Loual Studio.
To continue the breakfast theme, choose a bakery-inspired chocolate bar from Suffolk's finest bakers and craft chocolatiers Pump Street, featuring flavours of Sourdough + Sea Salt or Croissant. I've taste-tested these at Land Tales and I can confirm they've used some kind of wizardry to capture the essence of those bakery flavours in a delicious (and beautifully wrapped) bar of chocolate.
If breakfast eggs are her thing, pop a boiled egg into one of Celia Wood's handpainted egg cups.
Or choose a handmade cup or mug for her to enjoy her favourite hot drink, to start the day off right. Speaking of cups and mugs...
Give pottery she'll treasure
There's something simple and enjoyable about drinking from a handmade mug, and at Land Tales we've got plenty to choose from, all made in the UK by talented potters.
For a minimalist mum, choose a tall mug or espresso cup made in Sheffield by Pottery West in tones of speckled white, charcoal or warm sand.
Large cups made in Leyton by Clare Spindler are perfect for the mums who like a generously sized cup of tea or coffee. Choose from a range of neutral glazes from matte white to glossy pearl to smoke.
Ceramic beakers with handpainted vines made in Edinburgh by Celia Wood are perfect for those who like whimsical ceramics.
And big seafoam glaze mugs made in Bristol by Florence Ceramics are a great gift for the mothers who like their pottery with a simple, scandinavian inspired aesthetic.
Or if you're looking for something a little bit different, how about one of Celia Wood's hand-painted creations? Her work has garnered a big following amongst Land Tales customers, and the latest pieces to arrive in the shop include a gorgeous bird vase and a scallop-edged serving dish - both pieces that will be treasured and enjoyed for a lifetime.
Create a moment of calm
An indulgent treat for bathtime or a quiet moment of self care is a classic choice for a Mother's Day gift.
Look for products containing essential oils to create a calming moment in the day. Here are some ideas, all made in the UK:
Inspired by the water element in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Homework's Water candle is made from responsibly sourced rapeseed and coconut wax, and comes in a reusable smoked glass vessel. Its scent combines citrus, water, wood and spice notes for a light and fresh scent that's great for spring.
Meanwhile, the Herbal Balm from Wild Sage + Co in Herefordshire is packed with natural ingredients including a blend of lavender, rosemary and bergamot essential oils, and is great for areas of dry skin that need a little TLC.
Wild Sage + Co's Spring Essential Oil blend is an aromatic mix of lavender and rosemary essential oils to calm the senses when added to a diffuser or ceramic oil burner.
And Austin Austin's Neroli and Petitgrain body cream is a lovely treat, certified organic and made in England.
And of course, there's always chocolate
As mentioned earlier, the team at Pump Street Chocolate in Suffolk have created Croissant and Sourdough + Sea Salt flavoured dark chocolate bars that are delicious, beautifully wrapped, and perfectly capture the flavour of some classic baked goods.
They've also made a single origin Swiss milk chocolate bar using cacao beans from a women-run cooperative in Togo. I reckon this bar makes a perfect little gift on a day that's about celebrating women. And with tasting notes of baked cheesecake, whey caramel, and warm spices, it's pretty tasty too!
The finishing touch...
Of course, a card is a must! You'll find plenty of choices in our Greetings Cards range, including this simple and elegant gold foiled "Mama" card.
And if you'd like Land Tales to hand-wrap your gifts, just add Gift Wrapping.
I hope this has given you some inspiration for choosing your thoughtful Mother's Day gift this year. You'll find plenty more ideas in our Mother's Day Gifts Collection, with new things being added throughout March.
Hannah x
P.S. For gift ideas all year round, check out our British-made Gifts guide, a handy starting point to find the perfect gift made in the UK by skilled craftspeople and small brands that care about the planet.
