mother's day

Forget the expensive sparkly things and get her something she really wants this year! A foolproof list that won't lead you in the wrong direction. So here you go! From pampering to shopping, from homemade and handmade to sweet and personal...

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shopping/gift certificates | local online |pampering | kid crafts for mom | personal time ideas |

shopping/gift certificates

Most moms have a wish list or love a little bit of shopping. Go local and get a gift certificate so that she can buy something for herself! Here are a few great local stores that moms love to shop at:

Happy Bambino - They have bath&body products, candles, mom jewelry, bags, classes & more.

The Purple Goose - Bags, clothing, jewelry, baby carriers and more...

Absolutely Art - Fiber arts, cards, jewelry, ceramics, clothing, and more.

The Sow's Ear, Verona. Gift certificates or classes make a nice gift for a knitting mom.

Gail Ambrosius Chocolate - Not just any chocolate. THE Madison chocolate shop. near east side

Orange Tree Imports - Cookware, bath&body, jewelry, tasty gourmet items and more.

A Greater Gift - fair trade store with everything from jewelry to kitchen goodies.

Indigo Coffee & Tea - Not just a cafe - features art, pottery, jewelry and more from local craftspeople.

shop online - local, handmade - you can't go wrong!

LuSa Organics - Amazing hand-crafted and organic soaps and body goodies.

Space Oddities - Funky handcrafted items from a Madison husband and wife team.

RoseLynn608 - Boxes, magnets & picture frames from a local Madison mom.

Madison Craft Studio - Hand crafted art pendants from a mom & daughter team.

Jenny Blasen Pottery - Ceramic bowls, mugs, dessert stands, plates...

Snow Pea Press - Specializing in a variety of hand printed cards and stationary, along with hand bound books, journals and albums from a Madison mom.

pampering

Many (many) moms said they would LOVE to get out for a massage, haircut, or pedicure (while you babysit).Then of course back home for fun with the family! Here are a few local salons and day spas:

Rejuvination Spa - west side
Ananda Salon & Spa - east side
RZ&Co - far west
Cameo Day Spa - downtown
Aniu Salon & Spa - middleton

handmade

Doing something with the children so that they can participate and put their own 'stamp' on the gift is priceless. Taking the time to do something, even a simple card, will definitely impress her. Here are a few handmade ideas:

1. Mom & Child made ceramics, tiles, or pottery @ Studio You
2. Breakfast in bed (after sleeping in!)
3. Handmade card from the kids
4. Photo of the kid(s) in a nice handpainted frame
5. Stepping stone tile made by the kids (or with baby's handprint!)

Craft kits, photo frames, card supplies and stepping stone kits can be found at local stores such as Michal's Crafts, Archivers, Hobby Lobby, Target, JoAnne's, and other craft stores. Check your local library branch or craft store for Mother's Day Craft events/activities.

personal

Personal and handmade are not too different. Both are things that show a personal touch, create a special day, and show how much you care - both also involve the kids and family.

1. Time to read a book, take a long hot bath
2. Family outing (olbrich, nature walk/hike, brunch)
3. Personal letter to mom written 'from' the child (dad writing child's perspective, of course!!!!)
4. Walk around the Farmer's Market, get her flowers and organic soaps/bath products! Some yummy fresh pastries and organic eggs, and then make her breakfast the next day with your purchases.
5. Work-free Mother's Day. A day where mom doesn't have to cook, clean, do laundry and can just enjoy her little one(s).

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

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