Unique Mother's Day Gifts to Send by Post - Alternatives to Flowers They'll Love!
While spending 16 years living overseas, far away from family and friends in Devon and across the UK, I became quite experienced at shopping for unique local gifts that could be sent by post directly to my loved ones.
The shipping from Australia wasn't exactly cheap and flying gifts that far definitely was not an eco friendly option, so I preferred to find local presents that were personal but could be delivered, wrapped with a gift message included.
At the time I found it hard to find what I wanted - and identifying this gap was eventually what led me to set up Sand and Sparkle Gifts. Here I share some of our favourite ideas for Mother's Day Gifts by post - both our own Mum-tested gift boxes and hampers and some other favourite ideas make thoughtful and unique gifts.
Mother's Day Pamper Gifts
At the core of Mother's Day is a focus on encouraging that special person who has given so much to relax and enjoy some down-time and perhaps a little pampering.
We love a Mother's Day Pamper Hamper - it's the perfect indulgent gift that feels personal and thoughtful and is all about self-care and relaxation. Choose natural, high quality artisan products for a unique and luxurious alternative to the pamper boxes available through the large retail chains. Our passion is for pamper gift sets that are beautifully wrapped and boxed in sustainable packaging, avoiding celophane wrapping and individual plastic-wrapped products.
Letterbox friendly pamper hampers
Letterbox gifts have become really popular - and a lot of fun! It is amazing what can be packed into a slim letterbox-friendly gift box. We have a variety of coastal inspired and natural letterbox pamper gifts that make great Mother's Day gifts. Photographed here is the Bath Bomb Gift Set that includes a trio of all-natural lavender bath bombs, hand-crafted Cornish soap, aromatherapy roll-on oil, natural lip balm and artisan chocolate - wrapped and all packed into a letterbox-friendly gift box.
Mother's Day Gifts for Gardeners
If gardening is her thing, then why not share a gardening gift that encourages her passion and celebrates the start of Spring! Perhaps their shed or greenhouse is already packed with all the gadgets needed to support their favourite passtime, but we have some great gift ideas for the gardeners who have everything.
Gardening Gift Sets
Gardening gift sets packed with luxurious skincare products created especially for gardeners, tea and biscuits, seeds and other such items make unique gifts that are sure to be appreciated by the green thumbed mothers!
We have a range of Mother's Day gardening gift sets, including this favourite - the Gardener's Gift Set - which includes a luxurious gardener's hand scrub, nourishing gardener's hand salve, exfoliating gardener's hand-crafted soap, premium local tea and edible flower 'seeds for bees'.
Plants and trees
A Mother's Day alternative to flowers that is only a step away but which can often be much more personal (and long-lasting!) is a thoughtfully chosen plant (or even tree!). Many retail stores offer delivery services with the option to add gift messages and receiving a plant that reflects your personal home and preferences makes a lovely and sustainable gift.
Mother's Day Foodie Gifts
A favourite gift for all occassions is a gourmet food hamper. You can personalise it selecting her favourites - whether it's sweet treats, local produce or specialty wines. We specialise in local hampers from Devon, Cornwall and the Westcountry. The Westcountry is known for its gourmet products and produce - but if your Mum is local to another area there may well be local businesses offering a similar service.
Some of our favourites include the Devon Hamper (pictured), Cornish Sweet Treats Hamper and Coffee and Chocolate Letterbox Gift. Have a browse and see if any look like something she'll love, and if you're not sure you can always contact us for bespoke options.
Another option that I have opted for before is contacting a local bakery directly and organising for a favourite cake to be delivered to her door! If she's a cake lover this could be a winner, and all the more special when it's as local as possible.
Photo gifts
Another thoughtful favourite for a personal gift that can be created online and sent directly to your Mum is a photo gift. Perhaps a framed picture of her, the two of your or the family. Or a photobook with favourite pictures or memories of a certain time. These gifts take thought to organise but make a lovely sentimental gift, especially if you're not with her this Mother's Day.
We hope this gives a few ideas for unique and lovely Mother's Day gifts that offer alternatives to flowers (but can be sent by post just as easily!) Browse more local, sustainable gift boxes and hampers for further inspiration.