Batsford’s Mother Day Gift Guide 2024
10 book-ish gifts every mother is bound to love.
It’s March, which means Mother’s Day is right around the corner! Are you unsure what to treat your lovely mother to this year? Well, look no further than our carefully chosen books and gifts, guaranteed to make you the favourite child this Mother’s Day.
Happy Indoor Garden
Miranda Janatka | £20.00
For green-fingered mums wanting to bring the outdoors in, Happy Indoor Garden by Miranda Janatka is a practical and beautiful guide to building a thriving indoor garden inside your home. From terrariums on coffee tables to Monsteras in the hallway, this quirkily illustrated book treats you to everything you need to know about the art of keeping plants. (But we can’t promise she won’t cover your childhood bedroom in cacti once she’s finished!)
An ideal gift to make happy plants, happy homes and happy mums…
An Apothecary of Art
Ravenous Butterflies | £18.99
Step into a world of soul-healing with An Apothecary of Art by social media sensation Ravenous Butterflies. Give the gift of calm to your mum this year with this luxurious book of heartwarming quotes and vibrant artworks, especially tailored to each mood in need of healing. Perfect to enjoy after long days at work, or after hosting a large family event, gift these beautiful pages that will provide some relaxing respite and solace to show your mother that you appreciate how much she does for you.
Secret Voices: A Year of Women’s Diaries
Ed. by Sarah Gristwood | £18.99
From Emma Thompson to Anne Lister to Oprah Winfrey, Secret Voices edited by Sarah Gristwood is a captivating collection of women’s diary entries than spans across four centuries of thoughts, emotions and social change. With several entries for each day of the year, these intriguing words are the perfect read with a cup of tea before bed, or cozied on the sofa on a Sunday afternoon.
If your mum’s keeps a journal, she’ll love this one!
Batsford Illustrated Dog Care
Jane Eastoe & Meredith Jensen | £12.99
Is your mum a recent Dog-mamma? She might cook a good roast, but does she know how much kibble is enough for her new pooch? For new puppy parents, these four quirkily illustrated guide books, narrated from the perspective of each breed will set up any new owner with the tips and tricks to keep their furry friends happy and healthy.
The Spirit of Paris Jigsaw Puzzle
B T Batsford | £16.99
Is your mother a lover of Parisian chic? Or perhaps she’s just a stickler for a good puzzle. Whatever she may be, she’ll be sure to love the decadent views of Paris, inspired by the vintage illustrations of Brian Cook in this 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle. That summer getaway might still be out of reach, but The Spirit of Paris is everlasting.
With a wide tabletop and a good radio show playing, she’ll be puzzling away for hours on end!
Textile Portraits
Anne Kelly | £25.00
Every mum loves a good photo album. But does every mum have a family portrait she stitched herself? Let her tell the deeper story of her loved ones with Textile Portraits by Anne Kelly. This evocative and nostalgic book explores the beauty in capturing portraits and family moments through mediums such as embroidery, quilting and appliqué. Watch her bring both faces and memories to new life with this unique guide to capturing likeness.
Maggie Magoo’s Amazing Alphabet
Maggie Maggio Designs | £9.99
For relaxation or creativity, gift this gorgeous colouring book alongside some nice pencils to unleash the artist within your mum this Mother’s Day. With two illustrations for each letter of the alphabet, and a collection of surrounding mini-beasts adorning each page, this book is the perfect tool to unwind or refresh your brain for a happy day ahead.
Perhaps she’ll frame her own initials in the porch… it’s her house after all!
Bridgerton’s England
Antonia Hicks | £6.99
If your mum loves a good period drama and is ready and waiting for the newest season of this award winning Netflix show, let her explore its real life locations in Bridgerton’s England by Antonia Hicks. The breathtaking houses and landscapes perused by the Featheringtons, The Bridgertons, Lady Danbury and Queen Charlotte are uncovered in this wonderful location companion to the show. With sites featured includes Hampton Court, Holburne Art Museum and Lancaster House, this book is the perfect accompaniment to any wholesome day out with mum.
A Poem for Every Spring Evening
Ed. by Jane McMorland Hunter | £14.99
Spring is about to be sprung! For the literary mothers out there, this enlivening poetry anthology will keep their minds nourished with wholesome words and immersive illustrations. This sublime collection is perfect read before a soothing sunset stroll or a glance out into the blooming garden. With words from Emily Dickinson, Margaret Cavendish and other literary greats, brighten up your mother’s smile as well as the skies this growing springtime.
Shopfronts of London
Eleanor Crow | £14.99
Does your mum love to window shop? Gift her a whole lifetime of it with Shopfronts of London by Eleanor Crow. Featuring over 100 of Eleanor Crow’s quirky illustrations of the most famed London bakeries, cafes, department stores, greengrocers and bookshops alongside intriguing tales and insights from each, let your mum keep her purse in her pocket as she enjoys some of the most unique independent London shopfronts, without being drawn into spending her pennies!
All books are available to buy directly from us or from other good booksellers.
