Make Mother’s Day Special with Handmade Pottery Gifts
- Crafty Monkey
- Mar 11
- 3 min read
Updated: May 31
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate mum and everything she does for us. At Crafty Monkey, we see lots of people, from babies to adults, bringing their kids in to create personalized pottery gifts for mum or even grandma!
New mums cherish their first Mother’s Day filled with tiny handprints on pottery, little baby footprints, and adorable keepsakes. As babies grow into toddlers and young children, their artistic skills blossom. Primary school-aged children love painting gifts for mum. We see many brightly colored mugs, fingerprint flowers, hearts, or messy creations painted with love.
The Shift in Handmade Gifts
However, as children grow into tweens and teens, the tradition of handmade Mother’s Day gifts tends to fade. Gone are the days of gifting a freshly picked daisy, a pretty stone, or a heartfelt doodle. Instead, it’s “Mum, can you wash my hoodie?” or “Mum, what’s for dinner?”
Teenagers and adults often opt for shop-bought presents instead of making something for Mother’s Day. But here’s the thing—even when you’re all grown up, we bet mum secretly misses those little love tokens and would still LOVE something handmade!
So why not bring back the magic this Mother’s Day? A hand-painted pottery gift shows your appreciation and brings back those special moments! 🎨💕
Pottery Painting Ideas for Mother’s Day Gifts
Not sure what to paint? No problem! Your pottery piece doesn’t need to say "Mum" or be covered in sentimental messages (unless you want it to!). Here are some popular design ideas we see painted in our pottery studio that would make great gifts for mum:
💖 Hearts – A timeless symbol of love that never goes out of style.
🌸 Flowers – Whether it’s daisies, roses, or wildflowers, floral pottery designs always look stunning.
🍓 Fruit Motifs – Cherries, strawberries, lemons – cute and trendy!
🎨 Abstract Patterns – Think polka dots, swirls, retro prints, or modern minimalist design.
Want to know what pottery blanks we have to paint that are popular for Mother's Day gifts? Here’s a few ideas of paint-your-own pottery items that are always a hit:
☕ Mugs – A personalized mug makes every morning cuppa extra special.
✨ Trinket Dishes – Perfect for keeping jewelry, keys, or little keepsakes.
💐 Vases – A hand-painted vase filled with mum's favorite flowers is a gift she would be proud of.
🖼️ Photo Frames – A custom-painted picture frame with mum's favorite picture adds that personal touch.
🏷️ Mum Plaques – Paint with colors to match mum's home decor for her to display proudly.
Want More Pottery Painting Inspiration?
Check out our Pinterest boards and Instagram to see what others have been creating!
Make Memories Together Painting Ceramics!
If unsure what to paint and want to do something special with Mum this Mother’s Day, consider giving her a unique experience! Treat her to a relaxing painting session at a pottery studio. It’s a great way to bond and create lasting memories. If you're not local to Crafty Monkey in St. Neots, Cambridgeshire, search for 'pottery painting near me' to find your nearest one. However, if you are local, we usually run this special offer:
🎉 Special Offer: Free Studio Fee for Mum!
Book a painting session for Mother’s Day and use the code when booking; Mum gets a FREE studio fee! Check our socials for a current code
Gift a Creative Experience! 🎁
Already have plans for Mother's Day but still want to give Mum the gift of creativity? Our gift vouchers and eGift cards can be used for a DIY pottery painting session or pottery classes. Both offer fun and relaxing experiences where Mum can express herself creatively. Whether she enjoys painting or sculpting, it’s a thoughtful gift for Mother's Day!
Or don’t forget we have our take-out kits option if you prefer to paint pottery at home with mum!
✨ Create a meaningful keepsake or make memories with mum at Crafty Monkey Pottery Painting Studio this Mother’s Day – book your session now! ✨
This idea with personalized pottery is just too good to pass up—my mom would totally melt over something handmade like that! There’s something extra special about giving a gift that carries a personal touch. It’s kinda the same feeling I had after my microneedling session. The glow-up felt so earned, and the aftercare tips I followed from here helped a ton. My skin healed beautifully, no irritation, just smooth and fresh. Totally worth it. Feels good to take care of yourself and your loved ones like this.