How to Make A Mother's Day Gift She'll Remember Forever!

By Janet Ford

Make A Mother's Day Gift She'll Remember Forever! Make A Mother's Day Gift She'll Remember Forever!

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Would you like to give your Mom a gift for Mother's Day that she'll never forget? One that is totally unique and not at all expected... yet doesn't have to cost you a dime. You can make it yourself even if you're not even the crafty type!

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Container with lid
  • Paper
  • Pen
  • Good Memory

Step1
Get a container. This can be a simple glass jar or use your imagination. If you prefer, you can even purchase a pretty container and make that part of your gift.
Step2
Decorate your jar or container if you like. Ribbons, bows or maybe go at it with a hot glue gun with some pretty beads, decoupage... or make your own mosaic pattern on it. Again, use that imagination!
Step3
Now for the actual gift you are going to put into this container!

MEMORIES!!

Cut little slips of paper and write down your favorite memories. One per slip of paper. I prefer them small almost like fortune cookies. You can type them and print a sheet out with your printer if you prefer.
Step4
Have multiple siblings? Even more fun! Have everyone contribute to the jar/container! Even Dad!
Step5
What better way to show Mom that you truly care and truly remember her this Mother's Day?

Tips & Warnings

  • Be sure to give yourself enough time to come up with all those memories
  • Use a variety of different colored paper
  • Be sure to attach a sweet gift tag explaining what the jar is.
  • A nice poem attached would be nice.
  • Don't allow small children to use a hot glue gun
  • Keep small beads away from tiny children and pets
  • Have an adult do the cutting of the paper slips

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olirom said

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on 4/27/2008 Thanks for a wonderful idea for honoring moms on their special day.

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on 4/27/2008 That would be fantastic. Mothers are usually the ones left to scrap-booking and collecting memories, even though we don't have much time at all for this! Just as good as breakfast in bed - and it'll last a lifetime!

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on 4/27/2008 I have heard an idea like this before but as always, you explain things so clearly! 5 stars

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on 4/16/2008 Mother's day is on a different date here, but this gave me some good ideas for the next one. Thanks janet!

SharonW said

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on 4/15/2008 What a great idea. I like everyone in the family contributing too.

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