The best Mother’s Day gift ideas, for quarantine and beyond

Whether you’re far away from your mom or together more than ever, make her special day memorable with a unique Mother’s Day gift.

Cassidy at SmartGift

April 30th 2020Apr 30, 2020

Mom’s done a lot for you over the years, and it’s likely she hasn’t gotten enough thanks for it. Mother’s Day, which falls on Sunday, May 10th this year, is the perfect occasion to show your mom how much she means to you. But you may have to celebrate this Mother’s Day differently, due to social distancing measures and the COVID-19 pandemic. Maybe you can’t go out for breakfast like you always do, or take the train home for the weekend to spend time with her. Maybe you’re quarantining together, and you’re spending more time with your mom than you have in a while.

Whatever your situation may be, Mother’s Day can still be a beautiful time for celebration and connection. Here are some thoughtful, fun Mother’s Day gift ideas, plus ways to send them remotely, so you can show your mom (or stepmom, or grandma, or mother-in-law) how much you care. Plus, SmartGift’s instant digital delivery makes gifting a breeze.

As a tried and true gift, flowers are a classic Mother's Day item. Plus, your mother figure is getting a gift that will add sweetness to their home for days to come! Go big and colorful with a overflowing arrangement, or give something delicate and simple with collection of soft blooms.

Spring Awakening by Jason Wu for Wild Beauty

$59.99

NEW & EXCLUSIVE Bring on the bold. Our Spring Awakening bouquet is alive with color, created in partnership with fashion designer Jason Wu. A celebration of the eye-catching couture hitting the runway this season, it’s sure to shift us all into a fresh, new state of mind and style. Hand-gathered, relaxed floral bouquet of yellow safflower, sunflowers, orange rose and kalanchoe, lavender mini calla lilies and cremones, green hypericum; accented with assorted greenery. Grown with love at our eco-friendly, sustainable farms, each bouquet arrives artfully wrapped in white kraft paper inside a signature gift box with a custom hangtag. Picked fresh on our premier farms around the world, our flowers are cared for every step of the way and shipped fresh to ensure lasting beauty and enjoyment. About Jason Wu for Wild Beauty We’ve partnered with luxury fashion designer Jason Wu to create our new collection of modern floral arrangements. Drawing inspiration from the soft, fluid shape of fabrics and flowers, each bouquet takes its name from one of Wu’s signature looks, creating an emotional connection where the beauty of fashion and floral become one.

Country Pearl™ Bouquet

$59.99

EXCLUSIVE Flowers can inspire feelings of pure happiness, both with their beauty and the sentiment behind them. Our charming, country-inspired bouquet delivers that joy with soothing, pearl-white blooms in a loose, natural style. Complementing the arrangement is our grey-washed wooden cube, with soft tones and natural textures that add warmth to any décor. All-around arrangement with white roses, limonium and button poms, cream hypericum and blue thistle; accented with silver dollar eucalyptus and assorted greenery Artistically designed in our exclusive grey washed wooden cube with rustic style and natural, textural beauty; measures 5.2"L x 5.2"H x 5.2"W. Our florists hand-design each arrangement, so colors and varieties may vary due to local availability

If bouquets aren't her thing, treat Mom to something she can take up during the stay at home order. This seed kit will let her explore gardening with sunflower and strawberry seeds, and she can send you progress updates every week. Or send her something that will bloom forever with a lasting pink rose.

Smile Farms® Seed Kits

$34.99

There’s fun for everyone in our grow-your-own seed kits! These unique, coloring book-style paper bags let you easily produce fresh berries or sunflowers. Our Alpine strawberries are plump & sweet (and make great houseplants after all the fruit has been picked). Our mini sunflowers are a French dwarf variety that’s easy to grow on any sunny windowsill. Available individually or as a set of two, it’s the perfect gift for gardeners of any age to nurture and feel proud of. Choose Alpine strawberry seed kit, mini sunflower seed kit, or set of two. Strawberries: the woodland-like sprays of these delicate but easy-to-grow plants produce delicious, aromatic red berries about twice the size of wild berries; they bear fruit in the second year, although in some cases fruit may appear in the first fall; they’ll stay compact and produce few runners so they make excellent houseplants even when they aren’t producing fruit. Dwarf Sunflower (Helianthus annuus): getting its Greek name from a resemblance to the sun, this beautiful plant was originally domesticated in the Americas; it is an important agricultural crop today. Each kit includes: Grow material Leak-proof coloring bag Coconut husks for drainage Garden stake Instructions Each bag measures overall 10"H x 6.5"W. This item is part of our special BIRTHYAY! gift collection. For each item purchased from this collection, we will donate 20% of the net proceeds* to support our signature philanthropic partner, Smile Farms. The mission of Smile Farms is to provide developmentally disabled adults with meaningful employment opportunities. When “Smile Farmers” work on farms, urban gardens, greenhouses and farm stands, they are able to grow and sell flowers, plants and produce in their local communities. Smile Farmers are truly enriched by their work, and the daily routine it provides makes all the difference in their quality of life. *“Net Proceeds” shall be defined as the gross sales price of the product less any and all taxes, service charges, shipping and handling charges, discounts, gift certificates, promotional gift certificates, promotional offers (e.g. airline miles, points, e-money, etc.) credits, rebates, chargebacks, refunds, credit card processing fees and gift certificate cancellations. Smile Farms Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN: 46-5360466.

Magnificent Roses® Preserved Pink Rose

$50

EXCLUSIVE For the woman you cherish dearly, send our lasting pink rose. Exclusively designed for 1800Flowers, this genuine bloom is selected for its size and perfection, carefully preserved to maintain its exquisite beauty and displayed in a decorative, round box for the perfect Mother’s Day surprise. About Magnificent Roses® A proprietary brand of exceptional quality preserved roses designed exclusively for 1800Flowers.com. Each unique and genuine rose is hand-chosen at the peak of perfection and then preserved to maintain the original natural beauty of each unique rose. A luxurious and romantic gift of love and adoration to cherish over time.

Moms work hard, and now even harder with the children at home with online school and work being from home as well. Add a bit of luxury to her routine with some wellness or spa products. Whether it is everything she needs for a relaxing afternoon or just some nice perfume to have her feeling glamorous, gift a bit of pampering and selfcare.

Tea Forte Wellbeing Gift Set

$94.99

Revitalize mind, body and soul with our pampering gift set from Tea Forte. A ceramic mug elegantly designed with a built-in infuser, ideal for brewing the included tea packets in five restorative blends. And for the ultimate tranquility, add our aromatherapeutic essential oil diffuser. Tea Forte Kati Steeping Cup and Infuser: Lidded ceramic cup with integrated stainless-steel infuser for loose tea; double-walled design keeps tea hot. Tea Forte Well-being Loose Tea Samples: 15 single-portion stay-fresh packets in 5 different blends (Defense, Invigorate, Purify, Radiance and Serenity); boasts antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Serenity Essential Oil Diffuser: Diffuses a mist of water and essential oils for aromatherapy benefits and natural fragrance that enhances your mood.

Southern Living® Honey Hutch Gift Box

$79.99

Give them the cream of the honey crop with our exclusive gift from The Honey Hutch, a Southern-based company offering wholesome, sustainable products. A natural fit for our exclusive Southern Living™ collection, this deluxe set features a handpicked selection of their finest treats displayed inside a white box stamped with their signature gold foil logo for a buzz-worthy presentation. The Honey Hutch gift box includes: 12 oz. jar of raw honey; honey sticks; beeswax soy-blend amber candle; handmade soap packaged in a wildflower plantable seed paper; moisturizing lip balm tin. Each gift is packaged in a white box and stamped with their gold foil logo. About The Honey Hutch The Honey Hutch is a mission driven company that offers pure raw honey and body care products made from simple, ethically sourced, wholesome ingredients. They believe in protecting our planet by keeping their products clean, pure and healthy, and most importantly in giving back thru high-impact, sustainable projects aimed at ending extreme poverty and fighting hunger around the world. About Southern Living™ Celebrating the best life in the South, Southern Living™ shares authentic experiences in an exclusive new partnership with 1-800-Flowers.com. They’re proud to support other Southern-based companies like The Honey Hutch, who believe in sustainability and giving back.

Live Eau De Parfum Green

$44

The LIVE scent is a soft, fresh, translucent floral of rose combined with citrus and marigolds, underscored by a dry-down of musk and hints of spice.

When mom gets her gifts, find a time to get share some R&R and get dolled up together—either at home or over video chat.

Though it’ll still be a while before anyone can have a night out at restaurants or enjoying live music, your mom will still appreciate a thoughtful accessory for her favorite outfit or to dress up her cozy leisurewear. She can still dress up and feel fabulous for family zoom calls or for running to the grocery store for the essentials.

Silver Lab Created Ruby Bezel Bracelet

$150

Both elegant and timeless, this bracelet features a charming bezel-set lab-created ruby on a delicate cable chain. The length of the bracelet can be adjusted from 6" to 7" to suit individual preference.

Asseni Tote Bag

$119

This tote is everything you can wish for in an everyday tote bag. It's spacious, trendy and practical. The clean silhouette matches any outfit too!

Mom Of The Year Heart Charm

$40

Let your mum know how much she really means to you with this Mom of the Year Heart Charm. A beaded Pandora crown with heart details sits on top of this unique piece that pays tribute to a wonderful mother like no other. The sterling silver charm is engraved with the words “Mom of the year”, so she is sure to smile and think of you every time it catches her eye.

Send Mom your gift link with a fun iMessage effect, and ask her to take a picture when she wears her new gift.

And of course with mom being home, she might enjoy being able to try some new recipes and make some comforting treats. Mom might show you these gifts, but she probably won’t share!

Breakfast Batter Bowl

$49.99

In the Breakfast Batter Bowl, you'll find all the ingredients needed for mixing up a quick but oh-so-delicious breakfast or brunch. We've included buttermilk pancake mix, cinnamon waffles, butter and maple-flavored syrup, and Tiffin coffee. The heavy-duty ceramic batter bowl has a handy spout and pouring handle, perfect for mixing batters and sauces.

Moscow Mule Kit

$49.99

Kick back and toast the weekend with the refreshing flavors of a Moscow mule. Included in this kit is our Moscow mule drink mix, as well as two mugs made of stainless steel with a hammered copper finish. Whip up a batch using the featured cocktail recipe or serve over ice for a great-tasting non-alcoholic version. Complete the presentation with a lime wedge or ginger slice as garnish.

Mugable™ Hooray with Cake Mix

$29.99

Send this entertaining gift set to someone special in your life for any occasion or send it to yourself just because! This gift set comes with a white stoneware mug with fun quote "Sip Sip Hooray!", and delicious Molly & You® Mug Cake Mix. Buttery Vanilla mug cake with a burst of celebration sprinkles to fill the mug with so much joy! Once the cake is gone, this adorable mug can be used at any time of the day.

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