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43 DIY Mother's Day Cards That Will Make the Perfect Handmade Gift

They are heartfelt and easy to create.

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Holiday shopping can be a bit tricky, but picking the perfect gift for Mother's Day is particularly a big task. How do you show the moms and maternal figures in your life just how much you love and appreciate them for all they do? Of course, while you can't go wrong with one of the popular presents for mom this year, we know that no gift is complete without a thoughtful card and personal message. Thanks to our gallery of Mother's Day card ideas, with options you can DIY or print out at home, you can easily find the best one to pair with your gift this May — even if you're scrambling for one at the last minute. And yep, all of them are easy-enough for toddlers and kids to make (with some supervision) to give as a sweet handmade present.

No matter how you celebrate Mother's Day, whether it be a big delicious Mother's Day brunch, a spa day with her sisters or a day of family-friendly activities with her spouse and kids, make sure to end her day with a creative card full of well-wishes, sweet words and even a quote or two that reminds you of her to make.

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Floral Cards

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Sarah Hearts

April showers bring May flowers, which means a Mother's Day card isn't complete without some fun florals. Write a sweet message inside one of these printables, or if you're having trouble finding the words, check out our favorite Mother's Day quotes for some inspiration!

Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts »

RELATED: 100 Heartfelt Mother's Day Quotes That Are as Beautiful as She Is

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DIY Giant Card

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The Merrythought

There isn't a card big enough to fit all the sentiments and feelings you have for Mom, but this giant DIY envelope gives you plenty of room to really write a heartfelt message she'll appreciate.

Get the tutorial at The Merrythought »

RELATED: Here's What to Write in a Mother's Day Card to Best Describe Your Love for Mom

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Cutout Cards

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Lovely Indeed

The perfect card that's sweet and funny — two of your favorite things about the cherished lady in your life.

Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed »

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Pop Up Flower Card

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A Piece of Rainbow

Your card might not be the only one she's getting this Mother's Day, but a colorful 3D pop-up one will stand out among them all when lined up on the mantle.

Get the tutorial at A Piece of Rainbow »

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Unicorn Handprint Card

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Pink Stripey Socks

Even the littlest of kids can create this one-of-a-kind card for a one-of-a-kind mom. Kids can have their hands traced to create a unicorn for a truly magical card.

Get the tutorial at Pink Stripey Socks »

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"All That I Am I Owe My Mother" Card

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A Night Owl Blog/ Alex & Co.

The only thing you need to create this thoughtful "All That I Am I Owe to My Mother" sign is a printer. Pair the piece of paper with a gift or frame it for a memento she can hang somewhere around the house.

Get the tutorial at A Night Owl Blog »

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Handprint Caterpillar Card

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The Soccer Mom Blog

For the mom with multiple kids, this DIY combines a little bit of something from each one of them to give her the best kind of butterflies in her stomach.

Get the tutorial at The Soccer Mom Blog »

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Favorite Child Card

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Craftaholics Anonymous

Hey, you know you're the favorite child. There's nothing wrong with simply pointing it out to her in this hilarious card.

Get the tutorial at Craftaholics Anonymous »

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Praising Mom Cards

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Crafts by Amanda

Got the gift covered but forgot to grab a card? Simply print one of these sweet cards last minute to give with your gift to the amazing mom in your life.

Get the tutorial at Crafts By Amanda »

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Coloring Card

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Artsy Farsty Mama

This coloring stencil lets the kids get creative and create a unique design that's completely their own. Just give them some crayons and markers and let their imagination run wild. Mom will love hanging the free artwork on the fridge for all to see.

Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama »

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Cupcake Card Pop-Up Card

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The Soccer Mom Blog

Does mom have a favorite picture of her kids? Use it with this cupcake card template to create a card that's too sweet to beat.

Get the tutorial at The Soccer Mom Blog »

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Blue Patterned Card

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Alice & Lois

When in doubt, a simple "Happy Mother's Day" message always does the job, especially when printed on colorful patterned paper.

Get the tutorial at Alice & Lois »

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String Heart Yarn Card

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Hello Wonderful

You don't need to be an expert crafter to make this card. Just take some colorful thread to stitch a heart on the front and fill the inside with a note that's equally as sweet.

Get the tutorial at Hello Wonderful »

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"Treat Yourself" Mother's Day Card

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Studio DIY

If you're hosting a spa day for your mom on Mother's Day, then give her one of these on-theme cards in light of the self-care day.

Get the tutorial at Studio DIY »

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Paper Flowers Card

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Hello Wonderful

On the back of each envelope, she'll find a special message from yours truly. Once she opens it, she'll discover the real magic that's tucked inside: an assortment of colorful paper flowers.

Get the tutorial at Hello Wonderful »

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"Thank You, Mom" Mother's Day Card

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Crafts by Amanda

The floral details on these printable Mother's Day cards are simple yet eye-catching. Use white or light-colored cardstock to make the design pop.

Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda »

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Floral Accordion Card

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Sarah Hearts

Your mom will be in for a treat once she realizes that this flower-shaped accordion card includes pictures of everyone she loves most: you and your siblings!

Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts »

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'Mean Girls' Mother's Day Card

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Studio DIY

Give your mom this Mean Girls-inspired card on her special day to not only show her how much you love her, but also just how cool you think she is.

Get the tutorial at Studio DIY »

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Color-Your-Own Mother's Day Card

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Club Crafted

Print out this card template and then color it in with your mom's favorite colors. Or if you know your mom would get a thrill out of coloring, then leave it plain and let her take the reins.

Get the tutorial at Club Crafted »

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Flower Bracelet With Mother's Day Card

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Lovely Indeed

Shape faux blooms into a bracelet with floral wire and tape, then attach this cute Mother's Day card for added sentiment.

Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed »

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As a member of the Special Projects Team, Annie works with the GH Tested program writing up product reviews and roundups and helps plan and run annual expos and events like the GH Parenting Summit, Xmas in July Expo, Cleaning Summit, Winter Essentials Expo, and more. When she’s not working, she can be found running, listening to true crime podcasts, designing graphic collages, or sipping on a margarita.
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Mariah Thomas (she/her) is an assistant editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home and lifestyle content. Mariah has more than four years of editorial experience, having written for TLC, Apartment Therapy, Women's Health and Avocado Magazine. She received her master's degree in journalism at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and published her first book, Heart and Soul: Poems of Thoughts and Emotions, in 2019. She's also the founder of RTF Community, a platform for creatives of color to connect, learn and showcase their work. 

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