Yahoo News 26 Last-Minute Mother's Day Gifts Under £20 That Still Look Like You've Made An Effort
There's only a few days left to bag a special present for your mum this Mother's Day.
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Is it just me, or has Mother’s Day properly snuck up on us this year? Plus, I’ve been struggling to find any good gifts that’ll definitely come in time, and won’t leave me absolutely broke.
But don’t worry — I’m here to help you (and myself) out. After spending a considerable amount of time trawling through the internet, I’m pleased to confirm that it is most definitely possible to source an absolutely brilliant Mother’s Day present — even if you’re not able to splash too much cash.
As well as being lovely presents, all of the products in this list cost less than £20 (okay I’ll admit that one item may or may not cost £21.99), and will be with you by the weekend as long as you make sure you select the speediest delivery option.
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If she struggles to sleep, this weighted eye mask could really help
Got a mum who’s always tired, and never seems to get a good night’s sleep? Providing the same grounding effect as a weighted blanket, this eye mask will help calm her mind before she sleeps, and also block out any light.
£15 from John Lewis & Partners
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Or even treat her to this award-winning pillow spray
Infused with Lavender, Vetivert and Camomile, this award-winning aromatherapeutic spray has been designed to help the body and mind feel calm and ready for sleep.
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Or how about this 'sweet dreams' gift set?
Complete with a luxury eye mask, soothing sleep balm, relaxing shower cream, and heavenly pillow spray, this Feather & Down sleep aiding set could be a lovely way to encourage the matriarch in your life to relax a little more.
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This vegan, cruelty-free and all-natural pamper hamper
A ‘pamper hamper’ might be somewhat of a mother’s Day cliche, but there’s no way your mum isn’t going to appreciate this glorious luxurious set. Packed full of relaxation essentials, including utterly divine bath salts, a deep cleansing clay mask and a selection of organic herbal teas – along with lots of other goodies – this plastic-free and fully recyclable hamper will make her day.
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This creamy face mask is the perfect gift for anyone who loves being pampered
If your mum loves having a good pamper, then she’ll adore this mask. It’s been formulated with all natural ingredients that boost the skin’s hydration, smooth the appearance of fine lines, and visibly brighten and even out the complexion.
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These iconic pink champagne truffles make a great luxurious treat
Presented in this beautiful keepsake box, these iconic pink champagne truffles from Charbonnel et Walker both look and taste delicious, and will go down well with any mum who loves a little bit of luxury.
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Swap her tattered slippers for a new pair that are super comfy and soft
With their EVA sole, extra padded underfoot, and faux fur collar and lining, these slippers are the definition of cosy. They come in three different sizes, as well as two colours — beige and rose.
£20 from John Lewis & Partners
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Or if she prefers an open-toe design, then go for a cross-strap style
Also available in three different sizes, these grey slippers are also super comfy — but have an on-trend cross strap style that reviewers seem to love.
£14 from John Lewis & Partners
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These sterling silver heart-shaped earrings will show you how you feel about her
For a mum who loves cutesy designs, a pair of heart-themed sterling silver earrings can make a really lovely gift.
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Or how about this bracelet instead?
This marvellous mum silver bracelet features a sweet pink heart design alongside a short yet meaningful message.
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This nourishing cream will leave her hands feeling smooth and soft
Enriched with sweet almond oil which is a natural emollient, beeswax which helps the skin retain its moisture, and antioxidant-rich Vitamin E, it’s no surprise that reviewers can’t stop raving about this hand cream.
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Or grab a whole Burt's Bees gift set
Featuring an array of all the most popular Burt’s Bees essentials in travel-friendly sizes, this nourishing skincare set is a great gift if the matriarch in your life is looking forward to taking advantage of restrictions lifting and jetting off abroad soon. The set includes nourishing hand cream, foot salve and body lotion, as well as lip balm and cleansing cream.
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This game will go down well with Mums who just want to spend quality time together
If you’re getting together with the whole family on Mother’s Day, then you could dive into this card game after lunch. Designed to spark quality conversation, the deck boasts more than 300 meaningful questions for you to discuss and debate as a group.
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Get her this slimline croc card holder to use instead of her clunky coin purse
Anyone else’s mum got a massive purse that takes up far too much room in their bag? Chances are, she pays mostly by card — so get her this handy bifold holder that’ll take up very little space. It comes in three different colours, and is initialled.
£18 from John Lewis & Partners
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This therapeutic candle is sure to help her relax and unwind at bedtime
This deeply sedative candle is part of NEOM’s wider ‘Scent To Sleep’ range, and has been made with a therapeutic blend of nineteen pure essential oils. It smells absolutely sensational, and will definitely be well-received.
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Send this dried flower posy and candle gift set delivered to her door
In this lovely bundle, your mum will receive a small posy that’s been expertly arranged by hand, as well as a wild fig and grape scented votive candle that’s got 'you are wonderful' debossed in gold on its label.
£18 from Not On The High Street
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If you have a green-fingered mum, she's bound to love this...
If your mum loves her house plants, this DIY terrarium kit from Urban Spout Store is sure to go down a treat. With everything she’ll need to create her own mini botanical bio-system, what’s not to love?
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Up her coffee game with this barista-worthy syrup bundle
If your mum loves her coffee, then she’ll be delighted to receive this bestselling bundle of coffee syrups. She’ll also receive a tube of gloriously gooey caramel sauce, and some recipe cards that’ll guide her through making some barista-style drinks.
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She’ll love this Hotel Chocolat selection box if she’s got a sweet tooth
In this gift box that’s been put together especially for Mother’s Day, there are fourteen bestselling milk, white, and dark chocolates ready to be enjoyed.
£14.50 from John Lewis & Partners
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This cult-favourite balm will quickly become her go-to lip product
Swap out mum’s bog-standard lip balm for this luxurious one that’ll fully nourish and protect her smackers. There are loads of different flavours to choose from, but I personally love the vanilla buttercream taste and shimmery tint of Birthday.
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If you order this newly released air fryer cookbook now, it’ll come before Mother’s Day
Has your mum got in on the air fryer hype? If so, she’ll definitely love this brilliant new cookbook from bestselling author, Nathan Anthony. Plus, there’s no chance she’s already got it, as it’s not being released until 16 March! But if you pre-order it now, it’ll arrive on that day.
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Swap her boring bookmark out for this heart-shaped personalised one
Made from gorgeous Italian leather, this heart-shaped bookmark would be a thoughtful gift for any avid reader. When it comes to personalisation, you’ll be able to pick from eight colours of leather, as well as eight foiling options, and can have up to five characters engraved — so you aren’t just limited to her initials.
£10.50 from Not On The High Street
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Put together a framed collage of some of her favourite photos
Really thoughtful yet affordable, a collage of photos would make a lovely gift for Mother’s Day — and his frame has great reviews. The only other thing you’ll need to do is find or print off the photos you want to use.
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If she loves a G&T, then a bottle of Sipsmith is always a good idea
Okay, so I’ll admit that this isn’t quite under £20. But Sipsmith is — in my humble opinion — one of the best gin brands, and this bottle of their classic dry gin has already been discounted by over £6! If your mum loves a gin, this bottle is well worth buying now.
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And pair it with this balloon glass that’s been engraved with her birth flower
This large cocktail glass is finished with an etching of your Mum’s birth flower (or just whichever flower you like the most, if you’d prefer), as well as a personalised engraving of her name or ‘Mum’.
£18 from Not On The High Street
Not On The High Street
If you’re keen to make your mum laugh, then post her this hilarious cookie
There are lots of Mother’s Day options to choose from when picking the decoration of this vanilla letterbox cookie, but this one is definitely my favourite. It’s guaranteed to be a tasty — yet hilarious — treat.
£8.95 from Not On The High Street
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These espresso mugs will make the perfect colourful addition to any kitchen
If your mum loves her morning espresso, then you can bet she’ll enjoy sipping from these vibrant mini mugs. There are four in the set, and they’re all helpfully dishwasher and microwave safe.
£20 from John Lewis & Partners
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