DIY Mother’s Day Gift Basket Idea: Personalized Candle and Flower Display

DIY Mother’s Day Gift Basket Idea: Personalized Candle and Flower Display

Looking for a heartfelt and creative Mother’s Day gift idea? This DIY gift basket is the perfect way to show your love and appreciation with a personal touch. Using just a few craft supplies and Amazon finds, you can create a beautiful keepsake that any mom will treasure for years to come. There is no better way to show moms how much they are loved then with a gift from kids they will hold onto for many years to come. 

What You’ll Need (Amazon Affiliate Links Included):

How to Make It:

  1. Create Personalized Candle Art:

    • Have your child draw a special Mother’s Day message (e.g., “I love you, Mom”). You can use an iPad or simply scan a paper drawing.

    • Tape a piece of tissue paper onto cardstock (trimmed to size), then print the drawing onto the tissue paper using a color printer.

    • Cut out the printed tissue image and place it on the candle. It is easier to print it while it is on the cardstock paper. 

    • Wrap wax paper around the candle and image tightly, then use the mini heat gun to gently melt the wax over the image. The image will brighten as it adheres to the candle. Be careful not to overheat or melt the candle!

  2. Make the Floral Display:

    • Place the Floral DryFom Block inside the woven basket.

    • Use a marker to outline where the candle will sit.

    • Have your child place artificial flowers around the circle, sticking them into the foam block to decorate it.

    • Secure the candle in place using wire or tape.

  3. Assemble the Basket:

    • Add your handmade candle and floral display into the basket.

    • Include extras like sheet face masks, mini lotions, or small gifts.

    • Use tissue paper to fill in gaps and add volume.

    • Wrap the basket using the included bag and ribbon for a gift-ready presentation!

Extra Touches:

  • We added a few mini unscented candles using smaller hearts from the original drawing.

  • We also decorated the foam display with fancy washi tape for extra flair.

This project is not only fun and sentimental but also creates a reusable gift mom can display each year. Let your creativity shine and celebrate the moms in your life with this meaningful DIY gift!

(There are affiliate links included in this post, if you choose to purchase an item I may get a small commission. This is at no extra cost to you but helps me out greatly)

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