Mother’s Day: celebrate the most important person in your life.

Mother's Day is the perfect time to slow down, remember, and give thanks. Because every mom is unique and deserves a day full of attention, sweetness, and heartfelt gestures. Because every mom is unique and deserves a day full of attention, sweetness, and heartfelt gestures.

I wondered what to create, but I also told myself that a single project wouldn’t be enough for someone so important, someone who, from day zero, takes us by the hand and walks beside us on this magical journey called life. I know very well that not everyone in the world experiences the role of MOM in the same way:

some lost her as a child, some never knew her, some are disappointed because they didn’t have the courage to stay close, some wish they could be near her but, for one reason or another, cannot. And then there’s me, living in total harmony with my mom.

When I think of something, I already know she’s thinking about it too. I would give my life for the kind of mom I hope to be one day, if I ever have children.

So, today I want to dedicate this article to them—moms. And to you, their children.

And what if a touch of creativity made this occasion even more special?

Discover with us handmade ideas, DIY projects, table decorations, an easy yet impressive recipe, and thoughtful greetings to celebrate your mom in an authentic, beautiful... and handmade way.

Handmade ideas for a day together.

Breakfast for mom: a wake-up made with love.

If there’s a simple yet powerful gesture, it’s preparing breakfast for your mom. You don’t need anything fancy—just a well-arranged tray, a cup that feels like home, and a kind thought. I thought I’d share an idea by Egle Breme about placemats or plate mats:

Egle made her project using Iggy, but I recommend trying it with Donny Pattern for a different vibe to your breakfast:

• donny PATTERN

You can decorate the breakfast with small handmade details:

• a crocheted coaster in her favorite colors
• a napkin with a blanket stitch border
• a small yarn flower placed between the cup and spoon

What to serve? A fresh juice, a fragrant tea or her favorite coffee, some homemade cookies or a slice of “Sweet Hug” Cake (you’ll find the recipe in the following paragraphs!).

It’s a simple gesture, but one that will stay in her heart.

Things to do together on Mother’s Day

Beyond a handmade gift or a special breakfast, the most precious thing we can give is our time. Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to do something together, rediscovering the joy of company, conversation, and shared little pleasures.

Here are some simple but meaningful ideas:

• A walk in her favorite places.

Take her somewhere she loves, maybe a corner of the city she hasn’t visited in a while—or even better, a place she’s always wanted to go but never had the chance. Walking side by side is a wonderful way to slow down and have a real conversation.

• A creative afternoon for two.

Bring out the yarn, crochet hooks, needles, and bead boxes. Brew some tea and start a small project together. Even just teaching her a new stitch—or learning one from her—can become an unforgettable memory.

• Take photos, create memories.

Snap some photos together, candid or posed, with your creations or simply during the walk. Print them, frame them, or use them to fill a small creative journal.

• You could also make a handmade photo frame with yarn and cardboard to give her on the same day, placing one of your pictures inside.

You could use colorful yarns to match her home decor style.

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Tutorial: tulip flower pot coaster crochet pattern

Add a green touch with ready-to-use coasters, perfect for decorating a cozy home corner:

Recommended materials:

• Bravissimo yarn used double
• A crochet hook n. 5
• bravissimo50 crochet hook

Tutorial by the wonderful Bruna:

Perfect idea for beginners and green-thumb moms!

Super easy heart-shaped crochet earrings.

A pair of romantic earrings might be just what your mom needs — an easy and quick pattern for beginners and beyond:

• Suggested yarn: Donny cotton or Lumiflex
• Crochet hook 3–3.5 mm
• cotton cotton crochet hooks

Gift them with a card that says: “To make every one of your days special, just like you made mine.”

How to decorate the table for Mother’s Day lunch.

To turn lunch into an unforgettable moment, it really doesn’t take much: pay attention to the details, mix pastel colors, and add handmade touches.

Easy decoration ideas:

• Crocheted place cards: small hearts, little flowers, or tiny green leaves. Just a few meters of cotton and a 3 mm hook are enough.
• Soft centerpiece: a strip made with a mesh stitch, in dusty pink, lilac, or ecru tones.
• Handmade napkin rings: create small rings using decorative yarn like Lumina, with a touch of beads or sequins.
• Extra tip: add a small bouquet of fresh or handmade flowers for a romantic touch.

A recipe to dedicate to mom: the “Sweet Hug” cake.

A simple, wholesome recipe that smells like home. Just like mom’s hug.

“Sweet Hug” lemon and yogurt cake

Ingredients:

• 3 eggs
• 150 g sugar
• 1 pot of plain yogurt
• 80 ml seed oil
• 200 g flour
• zest of 1 lemon
• 1 packet of baking powder

Method:

1. Whisk the eggs and sugar.
2. Add yogurt, oil, and lemon zest.
3. Fold in the flour and baking powder.
4. Pour into a greased pan and bake at 180°C for 35 minutes.
5. Dust with powdered sugar and… serve with love.

Also perfect for breakfast, maybe while chatting with a ball of yarn in hand.

Greeting messages to write on your card.

Did you create something special? Did you pick out a kit for her? Add a handwritten note to complete it. Here are some ideas:

Romantic:

"You are my home, my roots, my safe place. Happy Mother’s Day, with all the love I have."

Creative:

"I chose the softest yarn, the prettiest color, and put a piece of my heart into it. Happy Mother’s Day!"

Funny:

"You’re more precious than a limited edition skein… and we all know how rare those are!"

Classic:

"Thank you for every caress, every piece of advice, every smile. You’re my inspiration."

10 easy and quick DIY gift ideas for Mother’s Day

Short on time? Here’s a list of quick and easy DIY gift ideas for Mother’s Day — perfect even at the last minute, but full of heart:

Creative handmade ideas

1. Crocheted or macramé plant pot cover. Can be made with yarn leftovers. Choose her favorite colors and pair it with a succulent or potted flower.

1. Personalized bookmark. It can be made of decorated cardstock with ribbons and beads, or crocheted in the shape of a flower or heart.
2. Hand-decorated frame. Use a simple frame (even from IKEA) and customize it with buttons, shells, fabrics, yarn, glitter, or dried flowers.
3. Homemade body scrub. Mix brown sugar, coconut oil, and a few drops of lavender or rose essential oil. Pour into a jar with a DIY label.
4. Crocheted or sewn scented sachet. Fill with lavender, dried orange peels, or cloves. Perfect for drawers or handbags.
5. Storage basket. Crochet one with t-shirt yarn or thick cord — doable in under an hour.
6. Pair of heart-shaped coasters. A quick but sweet idea, maybe paired with a mug and message.
7. Crocheted flower with pin or magnet. To attach to bags, coats, aprons, or the fridge.
8. Handwritten letter or poem. Add a little drawing, a pressed flower, or some yarn glued on for decoration.
9. Jar of “100 reasons why I love you.” Cut strips of paper and write a message on each. Roll them up and put them in a jar tied with ribbon.

The greatest gift is time shared.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a crochet queen or just starting out: the real magic lies in making something together, in sharing simple and authentic moments. A mom-centered day is made of real things: a laugh, a homemade dessert, a thread to weave together.

Rosaria Tessiland®