Looking for some fresh ideas to make this Mother’s Day extra special for mum? Here are a bunch of new and creative ways you can celebrate Mother's Day this year and make it the best one she's ever had.
1. Re-create a Family Recipe
Every family has a special recipe that’s passed down from generation to generation. This year, you can make Mother’s Day extra sentimental by recreating Grandma’s mouth-watering lemon meringue pie, or Aunty Judy’s award-winning scones.
2. Create a Playlist for Mum
Make her day special with a playlist of her favourite tunes. You could even add some feel-good Mum songs that tell her just how much you appreciate her. Just be sure to save your playlist, so you can make it a yearly family tradition.
3. Watch a Mother-Daughter Movie
There are plenty of great movies that highlight the unbreakable (yet sometimes complicated) bonds between mother and daughter. This Mother's Day, instead of the standard flowers or slippers, spend some quality time with mum and binge-watch a Mum movie festival together instead.
4. Create a Personalised Photo Book
Create a Mother’s Day photo book to capture all the wonderful memories together you love! Head to a site like Snapfish or Papier and put together your favourite moments from family holidays, birthdays, special occasions, and more. We promise it will be a gift she cherishes forever.
5. Host a Tea Party
Give your Mum a fun Mother’s Day surprise by hosting a traditional or themed tea party. Be as creative as you like with a theme like ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, or a Secret Garden outdoor soiree. Ideally choose a theme you know your Mum will love.
6. Enrol in an Art Class Together
Give Mum the gift of quality time with you this year for Mother's Day with a little paint, wine (or mimosas!) and fun. Either attend an art class in a studio together or go virtual and enrol in an online course.
7. Enjoy a Virtual Wine Tasting
Take Mum on a wine-tasting tour of South Australia from the comfort of her own home. Interactive wine tasting sessions, like those at Cellar Door Tours, bring the tasting experience directly to you. You can interact with the winemakers, taste premium wines, and celebrate Mother’s day together all from the comfort of home!
8. Throw a BBQ Bash
If your Mum is less “tea and scones" and more of a "beer and BBQ” gal, then why not celebrate this special lady with an outdoor alfresco BBQ party. You’ll find plenty of great BBQ ideas online to help you make it as laid-back, or upscale gourmet as you please.
9. Rent Her Dream Car for the Day
Surprise Mum by taking her on a cruise in her dream car. Whether she’s a die-hard car enthusiast, or you just want her to feel luxurious for a day, there’s a fantastic range of sports and luxury car hires you can choose from.
10. Pack a Picnic
Some well-deserved relaxation is bonus for a mother of any age, but especially one with children still at home. Pack a yummy picnic and take her to a pretty spot for some sunshine and laid-back Mother’s day vibes.
11. Explore the Great Outdoors
Enjoy some fresh air and the great outdoors with your Mum this Mother’s Day. Whether it’s a leisurely stroll or off-grid energising hike, it will feel great to get moving, take in nature, and enjoy some quality time together.
12. Craft the Day Away
Have a Mum who loves crafting? Set up her up with a batch of new craft supplies and then spend the day together creating special memories you can enjoy forever.
13. Host a Pancake Breakfast
Who doesn’t love waking up to the smell of fresh brewing coffee and pancakes? Round up the whole family to help whip up a fabulous Mother’s day brunch that will leave her speechless.
14. Visit a Winery
If your mum enjoys a glass of Shiraz or Pinot every weekend, then why not arrange a visit to your nearest vineyard for the day? A few hours sipping vino, nibbling on local produce and enjoying the beautiful scenery, will make her feel special indeed.
15. Tackle a Home Project
One of the greatest gifts to give is to be of service. If your mum needs some help around the house or garden, or perhaps has a project she’s never got around to start, volunteer to do it as your Mother’s Day treat.
16. Have a Fancy Meal Delivered
Whether it’s a breakfast in bed hamper or a romantic gourmet experience for 2, you can arrange to have a special meal delivered straight to Mum’s door. Take advantage of the many restaurants who now offer special deals for Mother’s Day and celebrating at home with a full course dinner or degustation menu.