10 books to gift mum this Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re still searching for the perfect gift, we’ve got you covered! Whether she’s a book lover, a gardening enthusiast, or a history buff, this handpicked selection of 10 books to gift mum on Mother’s Day will give you some ideas.
A Jane Austen Year
Jane Austen’s House | £25
Looking for a special Mother’s Day gift? Treat your mum to a captivating journey through Jane Austen’s life and legacy. A Jane Austen Year, beautifully illustrated and created in partnership with Jane Austen’s House, brings her world to life with personal letters, novel extracts, and stunning photography of her beloved Hampshire cottage. This heartfelt gift offers a chance to experience the charm of Austen’s life and works, season by season, all year long. For the mother who loves to read or simply loves the story of an extraordinary woman.
Unforgettable Gardens: 500 Years of Historic Gardens and Landscapes
The Gardens Trust | £30
For the mum who finds joy in the outdoors, Unforgettable Gardens is a beautiful celebration of Britain’s finest gardens, parks, and landscapes. Curated by The Gardens Trust, this book features stunning photography and captivating insights into over 60 iconic gardens, from the grandeur of Kenilworth Castle to the Victorian inspiration behind Central Park. A must-have for garden enthusiasts and history lovers alike!
A Wilding Year: Bringing life back to the land
Hannah Dale | £14.99
For the mum who wants to get back into nature, A Wilding Year is an immersive journey into rewilding and discovering beauty in the local wildlife. This book follows Hannah’s personal journey of rewilding her picturesque Lincolnshire farm and cottage and how this newfound appreciation of the untamed landscape has inspired her wider work and paintings. Perfect for the mum who craves a breath of the outdoors or is simply a lover of nature and wildlife.
A Happy Poem to Start Every Day
Jane McMorland Hunter | £25
For the mum who likes to start her day right, gift her the beautiful verses inside A Happy Poem to Start Every Day. With one poem for every day, from John Keats to Wendy Cope, it’s the perfect addition to any mum’s morning routine. A staple for the mum who loves to read with her morning coffee or simply likes to start her day with some joy.
Soulful Stitch
Cas Holmes & Deena Beverley | £25.00
Be the favourite child this year and gift your mum Soulful Stitch by Cas Holmes and Deena Beverley. A beautifully illustrated guide to finding comfort and healing through textile art. Filled with inspiring stories, practical advice, and creative exercises, this book demonstrates how the simple act of stitching can bring inner calm and serve as a creative outlet during challenging times.
Millie Marotta’s Precious Planet
Millie Marotta | £12.99
For the mum who loves both art and nature, Millie Marotta’s Precious Planet is the ultimate gift. This stunning new colouring book features 77 intricate illustrations of endangered and vulnerable species, from the majestic snow leopard to the vibrant ladybird spider. Millie’s beautifully detailed artwork offers a mindful colouring experience while highlighting the importance of wildlife conservation.
Calm Your Mind
Ravenous Butterflies | £16.99
This Mother’s Day, give the gift of peace with Calm Your Mind: A Journey to Tranquillity. Curated by the popular emotional wellbeing community Ravenous Butterflies, this beautifully crafted book combines soothing art and inspiring literature to help your mother find calm and reduce stress. With 80 calming artworks paired with uplifting quotes, it offers 18 calming journeys to guide her through moments of anxiety, burnout, or sleeplessness.
Bedside Companion for Travel Lovers
Jane McMorland Hunter | £25
This Mother’s Day, treat her to Bedside Companion for Travel Lovers by Jane McMorland Hunter. This delightful anthology serves up a worldly selection of globetrotting in literature, with one irresistible excerpt for every night of the year. From London to Timbuktu via the Gobi Desert and the Brazilian Jungle, this book is the perfect getaway. Perfect for any mum who has the travel bug, is a lover of literature, or simply enjoys winding down with a good read before bed.
Natural Homemade Beauty
Leoniek Bontje| £14.99
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a beautifully designed guide to Natural Homemade Beauty by Leoniek Bontje. Is your mum in need of some self-care? This charming book offers a range of fun and easy to follow recipes that are both effective, safe and luxurious. You can create products like body scrubs made from sugar and honey or fragrance products like a lavender and pine room spray made with vodka! With tips on foraging and growing ingredients. Ideal for mums who appreciate a little luxury without the price tag!
Hazel Sean’s Painting People and Portraits
Hazel Soan | £22.95
Gift the artist in your life, whether she’s a beginner or an experienced painter, Hazel Soan’s Painting People and Portraits. This comprehensive guide offers simple exercises and step-by-step demonstrations to help her create beautiful, engaging portraits of both loved ones and strangers. Hazel Soan shares her expert techniques for capturing not just likeness, but the energy and personality of each subject. Perfect for any mum who loves to paint or wants to explore portraiture.
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