Mother’s Day, the second Sunday of May, often finds loved ones long on love, but short on cash. How can you honor your mother and show her that you care when the pennies already being pinched? Here are dozens of great gift ideas for mom under $10. Moms usually say that it’s the thought that counts and you will show mom that you really did choose a thoughtful gift, both by it’s quality and frugality. Mothers young and old will enjoy these gifts:
* soft blanket to curl up in
* new fuzzy slippers (we can never have too many pairs of slippers)
* festive beach, book or craft tote bag
* glam purse with lots of glitter and gems for dining out
* luxurious body wash and body lotion set
* bath essentials: satin eye mask, exfoliating gloves, loofah, back brush, nylon body brush
* gardening stool and gardening shears
* bird feeder stocked with bird seed
* a pound of fresh fair trade coffee and mug
* specialty tea, cup and saucer
* Whitman’s Sampler of chocolate
* bejeweled hair ornaments
* vanity mirror
* comb and brush set
* nail care set
* stainless steel water bottle
* no-spill beverage holder
* potted house plants
* assortment of potted cooking herbs (dill, rosemary, sage, oregano)
* over-sized bath towel or blanket
* extra soft wash clothes
* wine bottle stopper
* set of wine glasses
* high tech corkscrew
* wine set with stopper, two glasses and corkscrew
* new bed pillow, body pillow or decorative throw pillows
* art reprint or poster
* shoe bag
* scented drawer sachets
* satin covered hangers for delicates
* necklace tree
* earring rack
* pocket knife (moms need these too)
* set of photo frames or rotating photo rack
* spice rack
* foot stool
* book of poetry
* coffee table book
* newest book by her favorite author
* nice stockings or hosiery
* earphones or ear-buds for Ipod
* CD by favorite artist
* plant stand
* gardening gloves
* curling iron or flat iron
* scarf or shawl
* headband or head scarf
* sunglasses
* decorated eye glasses chain
* set of ankle weights or dumb bells
* beach or gardening hat
* car organizer
* insulated snack or lunch holder
* wallet, billfold or change purse
* foot soak, foot scrub or bath salts
* lip gloss or lip balm on key chain
* fragrance body powder
* book of crossword puzzles or sudoku
* desk set
* date planner
* incense and incense burner
* candle holder and candle
You don’t have to spend big money to show mom that you care this Mother’s Day. Just a little personal attention to detail makes all the difference. For more great gift ideas for all special occasions, holidays and birthdays, visit me at www.giftgivingguides.blogspot.com and www.diypartyplanner.blogspot.com.
