Happy Mother’s Day! 5 Frugal Last Minute Gifts

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Somehow Mother’s Day always seems to sneak up on me. If you’re like me and scrambling a bit to put together a mother’s day gift then here are 5 ideas for quick frugal gifts this Mother’s Day.

1. Photographs

In a frame or decorating something like coasters or an apron or shirt. Really anything involving photographs is going to be a safe bet. Nostalgia always wins.

It’s easy and fast to make such an item, so long as you have a printer you just need the following for these photograph gift ideas.

For a picture, you simply need a frame.

Supplies for a customized apron, get an apron and some iron on paper.

For coasters, you just need some tile, felt feet, and mod podge.

2.Handprint cards

Remember when you were a little kid and you put your hand in paint and then left your handprint on a piece of paper that got framed. Chanel your inner child, this holiday is all about celebrating Mothers, a mother is someone who has a child.

For extra fun write your name and age next to your handprint.  My brother and I recently did this as a birthday card for our dad, I’m 27, my brother is 25, our dad loved and got a real kick out of it.

Though if you have actual children this would also work equally as well. If you are doing it as an older child, get creative and mix your own color or marble it. Supplies needed: Finger Paint and Paper.

3. A Mixed CD/Playlist

There is so much music out there that can describe how amazing the mother in your life is, let her know by sharing some tunes.

4. Time

I know your time is very valuable, but it is the easiest thing to give. Visit and spend some time with them, play a game, watch a game, cook a meal and then enjoy the meal. At the very least make sure you give them a call on Mother’s Day.

5. A Keepsake from Your Town

If you live far away, cooking a meal might be tough, but how about sending them something that is from where you live now? Something that every time they see it reminds them of where you are located.

You can even make something that is distinctive to your new hometown or home state, it will help keep you connected. It doesn’t have to be expensive. For example, if you live by the beach make a frame covered in sea shells.

Wrapping it Up with a Bow on Top

Maybe Mother’s Day snuck up on you or perhaps you’re just looking to save some money on a gift. Either way, here are 5 frugal Mother’s Day gifts you can pull together fast.

• A picture
• Handprint cards
• Playlist/ Mixed CD
• Your Time
• A Keepsake from where you live

Enjoy celebrating!