Moms and mother figures should be showered with love all year round, but there's no denying that they deserve it even more on Mother's Day. There are so many ways to make Mom feel special, like whipping up a Mother's Day brunch or breakfast in bed, playing a few Mother's Day games, or crafting fun DIY Mother's Day gifts for all the mamas in your life.
No matter how you're celebrating, make one of these cute DIY Mother's Day cards the cherry on top of her special Sunday. Instead of making a beeline to your local drugstore card aisle, you and your kids can enjoy putting a little extra creative effort into your Mother's Day gifts this year. These totally customizable cards are a great idea for sending to your mom, grandma, daughter, and any other motherly figures in your life!
Here, you'll discover more than a few crafty ideas worth considering. Test your mom knowledge and craft a card that reflects her interests, such as pop culture, coffee, butterflies, and flowers, or draw up a special funny card that will put a smile on her face. As for what to put inside? Get inspired by heartfelt Mother's Day messages or sweet mother-daughter quotes to tell her what she means to you. These DIY Mother's Day cards are guaranteed to touch her heart.
Sarah Hearts
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Floral Accordion Mother's Day Card
Make your mom a sweet flower accordion card with photos of you or your kids. For added flair, decorate it with pretty paper craft embellishments.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Studio DIY!
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'Treat Yourself' Mother's Day Card
Throw your mom a "treat yourself" day filled with fun things like sweets, mani-pedis, and these cute printable cards!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Lovely Indeed
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Mother's Day Card
Sometimes it's the little things that remind you how much you love and appreciate your mom—like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich made with love. ❤️
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Sarah Hearts
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'Home Is Where Mom Is' Mother's Day Card
Home is wherever you're with her, and you can share this sweet sentiment with a pretty floral printable that's just perfect for Mother's Day.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
The Craft Patch
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'I Turned Out Awesome' Mother's Day Card
This cheeky card features a compliment for both your mom and you. Hey, you could probably both use one, right?
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
The Craft Patch
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Scratch-Off Mother's Day Card
Lia Griffith
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Mother's Day Petal Card
Your mom will be proud to display this tropical "petal" card for weeks after Mother's Day. It features a geometric design that folds together beautifully.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Somewhat Simple
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Printable Color-in Mother's Day Card For Kids
Kids can make this cute printable their own by coloring in the pictures and writing about their unique reasons for loving Mom. There's also a Father's Day version!
Get the tutorial at Somewhat Simple.
Lovely Indeed
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Floral Mother's Day Triangle Card
A mini floral card pairs perfectly with this gorgeous DIY flower bracelet. Your mom won't want to take it off!
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Studio DIY!
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'Mean Girls'-Inspired Mother's Day Card
Lovely Indeed
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Colorful Mother's Day Accordion Card
Fill each of these colorful accordion pages with a sweet note for mom. Or, come up with an ongoing message that is revealed with each unfolded layer!
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
A Beautiful Mess
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'Diagram of Appreciation' Mother's Day Card
This card is straight out of an Etsy shop or Pinterest board! Take time this Mother's Day to break down exactly what you appreciate about her. A cute pie chart card will help you get the job done.
Get the printable at A Beautiful Mess.
Fox + Hazel
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Watercolor Mother's Day Card
Watercolors are one of the easiest and prettiest ways to paint, so why not use them for your Mother's Day card? Watercolors also create especially nice images of flowers! Whether you want to copy this one exactly or create your own design, your mom is sure to appreciate your extra effort.
Get the tutorial at Fox + Hazel.
Lia Griffith
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Floral Watercolor Mother's Day Cards
Speaking of watercolors and flowers, here's another DIY to consider. It is completely printable, perfect if you're running low on time!
Get the printable at Lia Griffith.
The Best Ideas for Kids
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Mason Jar Mother's Day Card
Pair a bouquet of flowers with this sweet crafty card! The Mason jar vase card is filled with flowers that you can fill with her best qualities.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
SHOP CRAFT PAPER
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'You Are Loved' Mother's Day Card
Your mom should feel loved all year-round, but this card is a pretty way to ensure she does on Mother's Day.
See more at Michelle Peckham.
The Merrythought
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Giant Mother's Day Card
Could you write a novel about how amazing your mom is? This giant card will give you all the space you need!
Get the tutorial at The Merrythought.
I Heart Crafty Things
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Flower Vase Mother's Day Card
Turn a flower card into a 3D one that incorporates pop-up petals. It's surprisingly easy to make!
Get the tutorial at I Heart Crafty Things.
Easy Peasy and Fun
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Pop-Up Tulip Mother's Day Card
Any mom will want to hang this adorable pop-up tulip card on the fridge! It's an easy craft for the kids to try.
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
A Beautiful Mess
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Flower Power Mother's Day Card
If your mom grew up in the '70s, this groovy flower power card will make her smile. It's about as minimal as DIY gets, so even if you have very little time to craft, you can still create something memorable.
Get the printable at A Beautiful Mess.
SHOP SHARPIE PENS
Studio DIY!
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Mom Jeans Mother's Day Card
Remember: Our mothers were the first ladies to rock mom jeans. So it's only fitting to tell them just how ahead of their time they were.
Get the printable at Studio DIY!
I Heart Crafty Things
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'You Are My Sunshine' Mother's Day Card
This part printable, part DIY card is great for your littlest kids to create. You can't help but smile at this cheery sun!
Get the tutorial at I Heart Crafty Things.
Lia Griffith
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Botanical Mother's Day Card
Know a mom with a green thumb? This botanical card will be the perfect way to tell wish them a happy Mother's Day!
Get the printable at Lia Griffith.
The Best Ideas for Kids
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Butterfly Handprint Mother's Day Cards
Here's a creative way to not only make a card for mom but to create a memento of your child's age, too. The cards are created with handprints and depending on how many kids you have, so you can layer them for more elaborate wings.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Studio DIY!
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'You Were Right' Mother's Day Card
It's no secret that most mothers love to be told they're right—especially after many teenage years of hearing how wrong they were. As such, this simple card is sure to make an impact.
Get the printable at Studio DIY!
Easy Peasy and Fun
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Butterfly Handprint Mother's Day Card
Here's another way to create a DIY butterfly Mother's Day card. Only, with this option, you can include your little one's face, too!
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
SHOP CRAFT PAINT
Lia Griffith
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Sewn Mother's Day Cards
If your mom loves to sew—and especially if she passed that love on to you—she'll be tickled by any of these cute sewn cards. Plus, she could even frame the card and place it on her mantle or hang it on the wall.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
A Beautiful Mess
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Quilted Mother's Day Cards
If you have a bit more time on your hands to craft, these quilted Mother's Day cards are a great option. You could even create them using special garments to make the cards that much more memorable.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
The Best Ideas for Kids
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Tulip Mother's Day Card
Just about any kid will tell you that pipe cleaners are the absolute best. In other words, here's one DIY Mother's Day card your little one will have loads of fun creating.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Easy Peasy and Fun
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Rocket Mother's Day Card
Tell your mom just how much you love them with this space-themed card. It's easy to create and much different than the typical hearts and flowers card.
