The problem with Mother’s Day this year is that almost everyone is on a budget. I know I am. Those days of playing it safe and taking Mom out to a fabulous dinner with the whole family are gone. As gas prices keep climbing the budgets for lavish gifts, or even a nice family meal are shrinking day by day for everyone. All we have to do to be reminded that life is short is to turn on the daily news. So, if you’re like me, you are in the market for a gift that is meaningful, special, affordable AND easy.
I’ve been told that I’m a great cook and I’m also very creative, but this year I just haven’t had the time or the energy to come up with something. And, the thought of slaving in a hot kitchen to make a family meal is the farthest thing from my mind. I work long hours. So for me the answer is simple. I’m giving Mom a gift that is “personalized.”
Personalized gifts are a special way to touch a Mother’s heart. Mom’s are preconditioned to cherish anything made from our own hands or made especially for them. Remember that horrible clay ashtray that you made in summer camp for her, or that picture from kindergarten that you drew of your Mom that she keeps in a scrap book? She won’t ever throw those things away. Trust me when I say you won’t understand until you become a Mom yourself. So, why not feed that natural instinct that Mom’s have this Mother’s Day to make her happy without going over budget? Personalization allows anyone to give a gift that is unique without having to work too hard or too long.
Now, before we go any further let me explain the difference between “couture” which implies that something is handmade or one-of-a-kind and something that is “personalized.” In a nutshell my research has shown me that the difference is between $100.00 to a $1,000.00 dollars. That dear friends… is enough for me.
So, without further ado, here are 4 outstanding Mother’s Day Gifts that will won’t break her heart, or break your bank…
FOR MOMS WITH A SENSE OF HUMOR – A FUN, CUSTOM T-SHIRT FOR $20.00
HOW IT’S DONE:
Very cool vintage imagery is printed on well crafted t-shirts and hoodies with a $10,000 DTG (direct to garment) printer. Based on the highest quality garment printing technology, the print quality is something unobtainable with traditional screen printing. The process actually bonds the ink to the material making it one. No raised print area, no cracking or scratchy undersurface. Workshop is pet and smoke free.
SHIPPING:
Most orders ship within a day or two of your order. At times They will have to order your garment so please allow 5-10 business days to print and ship your custom order. Combined shipping available.
HOW TO ORDER:
Go to the OhSoWrong Shop on Etsy.
WHY THIS IS A PERFECT GIFT.
For a mere $20.00 you can give your Mom a gift that will tickle her fancy and give her a chance to express herself. If it’s too late to get a shirt before Mother’s Day, get her a gift certificate so she play designer and have some fun.
FOR SENTIMENTAL MOMS – A CUSTOM KEEPSAKE FOR AN AMAZING $25.00
We LOVE anything made by Annie M. Vicar! Her dolls are an exciting combination of craftsmanship and imagination. Most of her dolls retail for an average of $250.00 or more, so this limited offering at $25.00 is a steal!
HERE’S WHAT YOU GET:
What would you, your loved one, pet or favorite character look like as a Vicar Doll painted portrait? Choose brushed silver finish ring or a painted brooch in any color.
HERE’S HOW IT’S DONE:
Give Annie a photo for reference & she’ll make you a custom, one-of-a-kind piece of Annie M. Vicar jewelry. Please email Annie with any questions you might have before purchasing, She’ll be happy to answer and give you dimensions of the settings & time frame of completion
SHIPPING:
(usually 2 days to a week, depending on her workl
HOW TO ORDER:
Go to Annie Vicar’s Shop on Etsy.
WHY THIS IS AN OFFER THAT YOU’VE GOT TO GET NOW:
This is a limited-time introductory price. Each piece of jewelry will come with a signed certificate of authenticity.
FOR NEW MOMS – NOW SHE CAN DESIGN HER OWN LARGE DIAPER BAG SET – COMES WITH CUSTOM MONOGRAMMING AND A FREE BINKY BAG – FASHION AND FUNCTIONALITY FOR $69.00
After browsing through several custom diaper bag shops on Etsy, we chose GlamourGirlBoutique because their choice of patterns and designs looked chic, colorful and fun. For $69.00 any new mom can get a diaper bag that’s made to suit her own personal style AND the experience of designing it herself. Perfect for the new mom who watches “Project Runway.”
HERE’S WHAT YOU GET:
Just pick your fabrics and include them along with a name in your order.
You can see fabric and font choices at hereThis roomy bag is great for holding all of a child’s essentials as well as Mommy’s. With 6 pockets on the inside, 2 large pockets on the outside, and 2 side bottle pockets, there is plenty of room for Mom’s iphone, android or blackberry. There is also a place to hang her keys as well as a magnetic snap and side snaps to keep the bag closed.
Measurements are approximately 15” wide by 11” tall.
This listing includes a matching Binky Bag. Great for keeping your baby’s binky clean and close by. It can be snapped onto the diaper bag, purse, stroller, or just about anywhere Mom may need it!
SHIPPING:
Please allow 2 weeks for your custom diaper bag set to be created. For rush orders, please contact the store the directly.
HOW TO ORDER:
Go to GlamourGirlBoutique on Etsy
WHY WE LOVE THIS:
It’s so hard to shop for a stylish new Mom. Most of the diaper bags we saw were too cutesy, too crafty or just too expensive. This particular diaper bag caught our attention because we love paisley and Pucci and at $69.00 plus the custom monogram and the binky bag it was an offer too hard to pass up.
FOR THE MOM WHO HAS EVERYTHING – AN AFFORDABLE YET LUXURIOUS TRIO OF SCENTS FROM A MASTER PERFUMER FOR ONLY $105.00
When we first met Libby Patterson last year we had no idea what “Quantum Alchemy” was. When Libby explained that it was the science of blending scents to excite certain areas of the brain we had our doubts and then… she literally blew us away. After one scent journey with the miraculous Libby we were more than convinced that scents could in fact open our chakras and literally change how we were feeling “instantly.” Mea Culpa… hmmm… we were pissed off and overworked when we met her and we left her walking on air.
HERE’S WHAT YOU GET:
Go to Libby’s website and select 3 classic scents of your choice. Maybe one to get you through the day, one to make your nights a little more exciting and maybe one to make you feel glamorous for those times when you want to feel like a star —- and give them to your MOM. There’s no better way to remind your Mother that she’s a gorgeous, sensual, fun woman… no matter how much of her time and energy she devotes to everything else and everyone else. She’ll love you for it.
FOR SALES AND SHIPPING INFORMATION:
Go to Libby Patterson Organics
WHY IS THE TRULY A “LUXE FOR LESS” GIFT?
Libby Patterson is a celebrated master perfumer to stars and celebrities around the globe. Each of her perfumes is custom blended using only natural ingredients. Her reputation as a quantum alchemist is legendary.
(Source: stylecoven.com)
Stevie Wilson,
LA-Story.com
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