She is always doing everything for everyone. She isn’t just a mum; she’s a friend, a boss, the number one football supporter, a chef, a professional mediator, a safe place when things get tough, and the organiser of every special event. She seems to fit more than twenty-four hours into a day. Now Mother’s Day is on the horizon, and our chance to spoil her for all that she is, and all that she does, is here. We get to show her that her hard work and love does not go unnoticed, no matter how busy life gets. 

They say we all become like our mother’s – and I personally am proud to grow more like her every year! While I don’t always get to spend as much time as I’d like to with my mum, I want to take the opportunity to cash in on some quality time and make her feel spoiled. To achieve this, there are four different ways I’ve come up with to spoil my mum on her special day to show my love and appreciation, complete with a range of inexpensive but thoughtful gifts that will set this Mother’s Day up for success.

 

Spa Day 

When Mum has taken care of everyone else, had a busy time at work, and needs just a moment to relax, I thought to spoil her by giving her a luxurious spa day! This doesn’t have to be a spendy affair, and it can either be gifted just for her to enjoy any time she wants, or set up as a day dedicated to quality time spent between her and I. I would set the tone with the Yankee Candle Gift Set, with scents like Amber & Sandalwood, Cherry & Vanilla, and Bayside Cedar, for every mood that may strike.

Then, I would personally gift her the Winter Warmer Gift Set, which includes an eye mask for her zen time, a hot water bottle for her to cosy up to, a soft scrunchie to keep hair out of the way during face mask time, and a pair of fuzzy socks to amplify her comfort. I’m going to set out a variety of face masks, from sheet masks for hydration, to a clay mask for purifying, so that she can choose whichever she feels like! 

To take it to the next level, I’m going to include some Slippers that she can wear around the house long after the spa day has ended, and complete it with the Teddy Dressing Gown her of dreams, so she really feels she could be on a retreat to the lakes or in a five-star hotel.  

Refresh Her Space

She puts so much effort into making things lovely in our lives, so why not give your mum a bit of a refresh on her space to make it lovely for her? You can add some neutral comfort with our Faux Fur Ribbed Throw, or give her a burst of colour and pattern in her space with our trendy Strawberry Fleece Throw.  

Refresh her bedding for Spring with the embellished Seersucker Duvet, and don’t forget sheets and the absolute must-have frill cushions of this season! There’s nothing like getting into cosy new sheets and bedding at the end of the day, so this is a gift she will thank you for for months to come.  

To store extra blankets or bedding, you can get her a beautiful Boucle Storage Ottoman, which is sturdy enough to put her feet up, and decorate with a tray and candle, or simply have in the corner for easy access to all that she may store within.  

Treat Her

When I was little, my mum’s homemade chicken soup could cure everything, and I’ll never forget all the birthday dinners that she made for me, regardless of how I subjected everyone else to that meal - no matter what bizarre combinations I put together. When I obsessed over the Green Eggs and Ham book by Dr Suess, she made me – you guessed it – green eggs and ham, even though she knew I wouldn’t like it (I was a picky eater, something she would help me to outgrow in time). Every Christmas she cooks for our whole extended family, with every last detail considered and primed and planned. Cookbooks line her kitchen walls, and she must own the most kitchen utensils I’ve ever seen. Perhaps your mum is the same.  

So, this year, why not turn the tables around and spoil her with a good meal? You can cook her all her favourites, from starter to dessert. She can even be served in bed or on the sofa, so that she doesn’t need to move a muscle and can enjoy her meal in complete comfort. Our stunning C table is a fabulous solution for this kind of relaxed dining, as it fits over the lap while lounging. Whether its breakfast in bed or a fancy dinner served up hot on the sofa, she’s sure to appreciate the extra thought and effort you put in.  

Get the room smelling nice and your mum looking forward to dessert and treats by lighting this Macaron Scented Candle, and keep her feet nice and warm while you serve her with this Foot Warmer.  

If you’ve gifted her a sweet box of macarons or biscuits, pop them into some attractive Plastic Food Jars to keep them fresh and to give her extra places for all her baking needs.  

Prepare Her Garden

It is finally that longed for time of the year when it is still light outside by the time I get home from work. The sun has started to peak out from behind the clouds, and I can feel spring blossoming in the air (who else thought it would never happen?). I suggest getting your mum decked out and prepped for the upcoming season by gifting some practical, stylish, and comforting additions to her garden.  

I don’t know about your mum, but gardening in and of itself isn’t necessarily her cup of tea (what’re dads for?), but she adores sitting out in the sun, cocktail or long glass of lemonade in hand. Treat her to a brand-new Lounging Garden Chair, ideal for reclining while lapping up the sun. If your mum also loves a good garden party (that is something that I get from her), I recommend our stunning range of Bistro Sets – perfect for having guests over to chat, eat, and be merry. These sets simply wouldn’t be complete without some of our Water-Resistant Seat Pads and Outdoor Cushion Covers, which are available in a range of fresh and exciting prints, or update the garden furniture that she already owns with our lovely outdoor furnishings, such as the Leaf Print Rug or Water-Resistant Seat Pads. These will introduce a pop of colour or a playful print to her glam outdoor set-up.

Whatever you choose to do, it’s the thought and care that goes into the gift that matters most. Your mum deserves to be shown all your love and gratitude on Mother’s Day, and with these ideas, she will also get to spend more time with you – her favourite child! 

 

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