With Mother’s Day just around the corner, Sunday, May 10, 2026, today’s post is all about celebrating Mom (and all the mother figures in your life).
Finding meaningful gifts for mothers, especially at the last minute, can be overwhelming, so today I’m sharing dozens of lovely and memorable Mother’s Day gift ideas and gift basket ideas to help you choose a gift she’s sure to love.
Since everyone enjoys feeling appreciated and loved, you’ll find several ideas for pampering and self-care, cozy throws, pajamas and loungewear, home decor, candles, beauty items, gardening essentials, and much more.
Whether you’re looking for gift ideas for your mom, mother-in-law, daughter, wife, grandmother, or best friend — or a little something for yourself — you’ll find beautiful gift ideas for everyone on your list!
And, while you can never go wrong with the tried and true, at the end of this post I’ve also included several unique gift basket ideas that will inspire you to really get creative!
Mother’s Day Gift Basket Ideas
If you’re wondering what to put in a Mother’s Day gift basket, here are a few of my favorite diy Mother’s Day gift basket ideas, any of which can be combined in different ways to create a unique theme gift or care package for Mom:
- for the mahjong player: a beautiful mahjong tile set, mat, or tile box.
- for the artist: a watercolor workbook, paintbrushes, and paint set.
- for the home cook: wood cutting boards, charcuterie boards, cookbooks, and pans — I recently received this pan set from one of our daughters, and I use it every single day!
- for anyone: pajamas, robes (I received this one for Christmas and love it!), slippers, and diffusers;
- for the reader: a lovely-smelling candle, book light, and books – I love this book series (an Amazon gift card is always appreciated, too!)
- for the coffee or tea lover: a bag of local coffee or tea and a pretty mug;
- for the gardener: fresh plants, gardening books and gardening gloves;
- for the home decorator: beautiful baskets, trays, coffee table books, and home decor items;
- for the hostess: a set of napkins, place mats, and napkin rings tucked in a serving tray;
- for the yoga enthusiast: a yoga mat, AirPods, yoga pants, and a water bottle
Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2026
Below, you’ll find a collection of Mother’s Day gift ideas that will make her life a little more comfortable, a little happier, and a little more beautiful.
In addition to the top Mother’s Day gifts for 2026, I’ve included a few favorite things I’ve given or received for Mother’s Day. I hope you find a few gifts for yourself, too!
Where to shop for gifts for Mom
Anthropologie (candles, kitchen items, scarves, coffee cups, and more)
Sezane (beautiful French clothing and accessories)
Quince (clothing, accessories, luggage, home decor)
Kendra Scott (jewelry and personalized pieces)
Terrain (house plants, pots, and gardening)
Pottery Barn (everything for the kitchen and home)
Serena & Lily (pajamas, robes, baskets, tabletop items, stools)
Williams Sonoma (everything for the kitchen and tabletop)
Nordstrom (apparel, pajamas, jewelry, makeup, beauty items, loungewear, and more)
Amazon (books, gift cards)
J. Crew (spring and summer clothing, pajama sets, bags, and shoes)
I loved putting this 2026 Mother’s Day gift guide together, and I hope you found it helpful.
Wishing you a beautiful and blessed Mother’s Day! xo Jane
Looking for home decorating ideas and inspiration? Here are a few favorite posts from Jane at Home:
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How to Add a Touch of Nancy Meyers Style to Your Kitchen and Home
Modern Coastal Decorating Ideas for Your Home
Inspiring Kitchen Design Ideas for Your Next Renovation
A Simple Guide to Mixing Metal Finishes in the Bathroom
Modern Bedroom Design Ideas for a Dreamy Master Suite
Modern Living Room Decorating Ideas and Trends
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