Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Australian Made Treasures to Spoil Your Mum
Whether you’re looking to treat, surprise or spoil your mum this Mother’s Day (Sunday 11 May), each of these Australian made gifts is as unique and special as she is! From bookworms and foodies to green thumbs and beach lovers, we’ve made it easy to shop for handmade Etsy treasures that celebrate your mum’s interests and show her just how well you know her.
The Bookworm
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These padded book and Kindle sleeves come in such pretty patterns! I especially love the Australian native gum blossom fabrics this maker has chosen – it’s a sweet way to give flowers that your bookish mum will get to enjoy every day.
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I don’t think there’s anything a book-obsessed mum would love more than the chance to curl up on the couch with a good read and cup of tea or coffee. This handmade wooden book and tablet stand has a spot for everything – reading glasses, mug and novel or Kindle. And if she needs to pause mid-session (as she probably will), she can rest her open book on the triangular frame to easily pick up her place. It’s a beautifully crafted piece that ticks all the functional boxes with an elegant design.
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Imagine your book-loving mum getting to open a beautifully packaged mystery book for the next 6 months! Every time she unwraps her next read, she’s reminded of how much she is loved. You can choose to stick with one genre or mix it up, with each book hand-picked by a fellow fiction fanatic. It’s a wonderful opportunity to discover new authors, find fresh stories and dabble in the adventure of a book blind date.
The Foodie
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If your mum loves getting creative in the kitchen, this gourmet food hamper features a unique collection of small batch condiments made from premium Australian ingredients. There’s Real Smoked Ketchup for weekend BBQs, Applewood Smoked Hot Sauce for punchy Mexican or zingy eggs, Tomato Kasundi for flavourful grilled meats and avo toast, as well as award winning Classic Bread and Butter Pickles and Spiced Apple Chutney for standout cheese platters.
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You might need to explain what she’s holding when she opens this gift, but once your foodie mum knows she’s now the proud owner of a ceramic herb stripper, it will be hard for her to remember how she cooked without it! This artisanal piece looks beautiful on the countertop and makes easy work of removing leaves from fresh herb stems without the mess.
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Choose from all the beautiful colours and textures of our Australian timbers with these custom made salt and pepper mills. Your mum will love using such exquisitely crafted grinders when seasoning her delicious cooking. They make a stunning feature on the dining table for those cherished family gatherings and a talking point with guests with their artful quality.
The Savvy Sipper
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These handmade drink coasters come in a beautiful range of colours and are the prettiest way to keep scratches, water marks and heat rings off precious surfaces! And the best part? If there is a spill, you can just throw them in the washing machine. A lovely design to admire beneath a glass of her favourite tipple.
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36 hours is all it takes to transform two 700mL bottles of unflavoured vodka into artisan gin using this Australian native botanical kit. Not only will your gin-loving mum enjoy infusing her spirits but garnishing her drinks with vibrant wild rosella flowers, Tasmanian pepper berries, desert lime, muntries and Davidson plum. Fun to make and drink together!
The Green Thumb
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This reversible pot plant cover adds a pop of colour and texture to your mum’s indoor garden. It comes in a range of sizes and its quality construction means it can also double as handy storage in the office, bathroom, kitchen or craft space.
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Give small moments of joy to your green thumb mum with this artful bud vase handmade from eco-friendly stoneware resin. It’s perfect for displaying little blooms from her garden or propagating cuttings on a wall shelf, bedside table or countertop.
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This spectacular succulent vertical garden would make an amazing Mother’s Day gift for any plant lover. A living picture that can be displayed freestanding or hung on the wall, it only needs watering once a week to maintain its vibrant beauty and any trimmings can be planted for even more enjoyment.
The Bliss Seeker
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You can’t help but feel happy with this cheerful self-care hamper! If your mum loves a good spa day, these natural, Australian made bath and body products will relax and re-energise her. A lavender candle, coconut lime bath bomb, black raspberry vanilla soap, sandalwood body oil, frangipani bath salts and sisal soap bag are all presented in stunning packaging for the perfect surprise on Mother’s Day.
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Give your mum all the positive vibes with these beautifully illustrated mindfulness cards. With 52 unique affirmations, she can display a different message every week of the year in the wooden holder as a gentle reminder of her value, strength and resilience. A wonderful way to support mindfulness practice and positive self-talk.
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For the mum who appreciates a little luxury, this pampering hamper filled with premium Australian brands will help her create the ultimate night in. This lovely gift box features a Rose Pink Clay Face Mask by Butt Naked, Coconut Flowers Candle by Earthly Sense, Beautiful Mind Tea by Maho and Strawberry Fields Chocolate by Ministry of Chocolate. All she’ll need is to queue up her fave TV series and her me-time ritual is set!
The Beach Lover
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If your mum feels most at home by the sea, this sand-free beach towel would be a wonderful Mother’s Day gift for her! Made from recycled water bottles, its generous size, quick-dry waffle and secret zip pocket makes it a fantastic accessory for all the fun in the sun.
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Your beach-loving mum won’t expect an oyster shell trinket dish, but she’ll love it when she sees it! I love the sophisticated neutral decoupage and gold painted edge that will quickly find a home on her bedside table, dresser or bathroom counter.
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This 18K gold plated necklace inspired by sand and surf features a stunning blue Topaz gemstone that will remind your mum of the sparkling sea. A truly unique design that’s easy to accessorise with lots of different looks so she can wear her love of the beach close to her heart.
