More often than not, we prefer handmade presents over store-bought items. If you agree, we've rounded up ten Mother's Day gift ideas you can either make or personalize yourself. From a funky elephant planter painted in Mom's favorite colors to thoughtful paper lanterns with her loved ones' faces on them, you'll be sure to find the inspiration you'll need to handcraft your own gift this year. So go on and flip through our recommendations, and let us know in the comments if you plan on going the DIY route this year.
10 Handmade Mother's Day Gifts
A Glowing Photo Sphere(01 of10)
Turning paper lanterns into glowing photo spheres is a great way to remind our moms of a shared, sentimental moment. Check out our feature to learn how to make this craft. (credit:<a href="http://photojojo.com/store/?view=fewer" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Photojojo" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://photojojo.com/store/?view=fewer" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="19" data-vars-position-in-unit="20">Photojojo</a>)
An iPad/Tablet Case(02 of10)
If your mom likes to snuggle up and read a good novel on her Kindle or iPad, this tablet case craft is definitely worth checking out. (credit:<a href="http://jessicajonesdesign.com/downloads/Geek-Chic.pdf" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Jessica Jones Design" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://jessicajonesdesign.com/downloads/Geek-Chic.pdf" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="17" data-vars-position-in-unit="18">Jessica Jones Design</a>)
A Paint Dipped Plant Pot(03 of10)
We think these paint dipped plant pots are both a beautiful and practical gift to give our moms this year. (credit:<a href="http://www.thelovelycupboard.com/2012/03/diy-paint-dipped-ceramic-pots.html" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="The Lovely Cupboard" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.thelovelycupboard.com/2012/03/diy-paint-dipped-ceramic-pots.html" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="15" data-vars-position-in-unit="16">The Lovely Cupboard</a>)
A Funky Animal Planter(04 of10)
Aside from being fun and adorable, this elephant (which is one of many different animal planters you can give your mom) offers her a perfect opportunity to add personality to her space. (credit:<a href="http://hisugarplum.blogspot.com/2012/05/pinterest-project-animal-air-planter.html" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Hi Sugarplum!" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://hisugarplum.blogspot.com/2012/05/pinterest-project-animal-air-planter.html" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="13" data-vars-position-in-unit="14">Hi Sugarplum!</a>)
A Sentimental Photo Printed On Canvas(05 of10)
Get a little artsy this year and consider printing out a beautiful photograph of your mom in her younger years on a large canvas. To learn how to do this, check out our feature of the craft. (credit:<a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2011/10/make-your-own-canvas-portrait.html" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="A Beautiful Mess" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2011/10/make-your-own-canvas-portrait.html" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="11" data-vars-position-in-unit="12">A Beautiful Mess</a>)
A Mason Jar Votive(06 of10)
Help your mom unwind by making her these soothing, colorful mason jar votives. Head over to our feature of Fellow Fellow's craft to learn how the blogger created them. (credit:<a href="http://fellowfellow.com/sweet-diy-votives/" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Fellow Fellow" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://fellowfellow.com/sweet-diy-votives/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="9" data-vars-position-in-unit="10">Fellow Fellow</a>)
An Ombre Pillow(07 of10)
In addition to making any room more relaxing, ombre pillows also add a fresh look that store-bought decor can't achieve. (credit:<a href="http://www.inthefunlane.com/2012/06/diy-ombre-tutorial.html" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="In The Fun Lane" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.inthefunlane.com/2012/06/diy-ombre-tutorial.html" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="7" data-vars-position-in-unit="8">In The Fun Lane</a>)
A Paint-Swirled "Venetian Glass" Vase(08 of10)
Sharp, colorful and completely handmade, these paint-swirled "venetian glass" vases are easy to make, but look like they're from an expensive shop. (credit:<a href="http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2012/04/paint-swirl-vases/" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Centsational Girl" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2012/04/paint-swirl-vases/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="5" data-vars-position-in-unit="6">Centsational Girl</a>)
A DIY Reusable Produce Bag(09 of10)
Help your mom out this year by making her a DIY reusable bag for her trips to the produce store. They're efficient and super stylish. (credit:<a href="http://papernstitchblog.com/2013/01/22/make-this-diy-fruit-veggie-bags/" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Everything Golden" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://papernstitchblog.com/2013/01/22/make-this-diy-fruit-veggie-bags/" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="3" data-vars-position-in-unit="4">Everything Golden</a>)
A Felt DIY Cell Phone Case(10 of10)
We think one of the best gifts we can give our mothers this year is a cute and personalized cell phone case. Head on over to our feature of the craft for the full scoop. (credit:<a href="http://www.yellowbirdyellowbeard.com/2012/05/guest-post-michael-ann-made.html" target="_blank" role="link" class=" js-entry-link cet-external-link" data-vars-item-name="Yellow Bird Yellow Beard" data-vars-item-type="text" data-vars-unit-name="5b9d108de4b03a1dcc843548" data-vars-unit-type="buzz_body" data-vars-target-content-id="http://www.yellowbirdyellowbeard.com/2012/05/guest-post-michael-ann-made.html" data-vars-target-content-type="url" data-vars-type="web_external_link" data-vars-subunit-name="before_you_go_slideshow" data-vars-subunit-type="component" data-vars-position-in-subunit="1" data-vars-position-in-unit="2">Yellow Bird Yellow Beard</a>)
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