It’s about this time that I start to panic over gift ideas for Mother’s Day. My mom isn’t easy to buy for because she buys what she needs and she’s not easy to please. When a gift doesn’t hit the spot, everyone knows it. She’s not one for BS, that mama of mine.
I was looking on eBay for her this year, which is something I never thought to do in the past. Quite frankly, I’ve been a little too “eBay is for me” all these years. (eBay is still for me, but I’m willing to share.)
Inspired by the love I have for my own mom, I made a couple of #eBayMom collections filled with gift ideas for Mother’s Day for all kinds of moms, including the pickiest — mine.
My ” The Kitchen is the Heart of the Home” collection was inspired by happy childhood memories watching and helping my mom in the kitchen. I’ll never forget the things she taught me, like how to flute the edges of a pie crust.
I’ll also never forget how particular she was with her handbags. She needed things a certain way. Left foot, right foot, march, march, march. She probably still needs order, but since I don’t live there anymore, I’m making a crap shoot assumption. However, you know odds are in my favor. 😉 The collection, “Carry this Bag, Not That” was inspired by her desire for the perfect bag.
If you haven’t shopped for Mother’s Day gifts yet, take a look at the #eBayMom gift guides. You may be surprised by how many perfect gift ideas for Mother’s Day you’ll find there.
Create your own #eBayMom collection and enter for a chance to win a $500 eBay shopping spree! Hurry – sweepstakes ends May 11, 2014.
What are you thinking of giving your mom for Mother’s Day this year? Or, what would you like for Mother’s Day?
This post was created in partnership with eBay. All opinions are my own.
Amanda Love says
Kitchen products are always a great hit with moms. I know my mom usually ask for products for her kitchen and getting her a new mixer or blender always made her happy.
Alexis AKA MOM says
Good idea! I haven’t seen my mom yet but so need to make her something.
cam | bibs and baubles says
I keep forgetting to check out eBay for gifts! I need to keep them on my list of options. I keep hearing that they have great stuff.
Melinda says
i didn’t do anything fancy this year. i’d love to be able to gift something like those gifts though
Amber Edwards says
Those are fantastic ideas! I really want that kitchenaid. I’ve always wanted a kitchenaid!
Paula @ Frosted Fingers says
I feel like such a bad daughter in law. I didn’t get my mother in law anything for Mother’s Day. The only think I got was a plant from her and a “happy mother’s day” from my husband. 🙁
katherine says
I want the mixer and some dresses!
Donna says
I got my mom a purse, a dress, and a blouse… she picked them out. 🙂
Chelsea says
That mixer would be an amazing present! Great ideas 🙂
Crystal says
You can never go wrong with a KitchenAid mixer!
Hope you had a Happy Mother’s Day, Liz.
Sandy Sandler says
Love this collection and I’m sure any mom would love to receive! I love that fashionable knife holder and I know of a new bride to be who would love it! Thanks for sharing.
Kait says
I’m all about personal touches. Cards are pointless to me. I like homemade and from the heart gifts!
Elaina- A Time Out for Mommy says
Anything for the kitchen is on my wishlist!
Jennifer says
Those knives are awesome! I would definitely love that mixer too- it would bring in some amazing color to my plain kitchen.
Angela says
These are some great gift ideas. I’d love the Kitchenaid.
Stacie @ The Divine Miss Mommy says
I would love the mixer. That bright yellow is such a beautiful color!!
Shell says
I would love that mixer! My mom is so hard to buy for. Even worse because she tells people how much she loves something when she really doesn’t, so she ends up with all these gifts she doesn’t want.
Lexie Lane says
I love all these! Definitely checking out the bag. Hope they have it in other colors! Love the knives too! And the kitchen aide. Oh I do love them all!
LyndaS says
I bought my mother a gift card to a local (plant) nursery. I was delighted to have my husband and kids install new hardware in my bathroom for me.
Hope you have a happy Mother’s Day!
CiCi says
This is a great post, Liz. I am enjoying daydreaming about the cool things on eBay. The yellow mixer would look great in my kitchen! Enjoy your Mother’s Day!
Jennifer H says
I got her a picture frame that was engraved. She loves pictures, so it was perfect for her.
Lauren (Lolo) says
I am giving my mom photos of my kids in a really pretty frame!
Colleen says
I think the Kitchen Aid Mixer would be great my mom would be so excited.
My Inner Chick says
I LOVE every single thing!
Especially the yellow food processer!
Happy Mom’s Day, Liz. XXXXX
Tammy says
I’m taking my my mom out to the Gospel Brunch at House of Blues for Mother’s Day – totally not my thing, but she will love it, so it’s worth it (and I get chicken and waffles so I guess it’s all good ;)).
Stephanie Person says
This year I said I wanted a new purse since I have been carrying around a diaper bag for almost 4 years! But I would also like a KitchenAid LOL. Happy Mother’s Day!
Lisa says
I wouldn’t complain if I opened any one of those gifts on Mother’s Day!
Tara @ Keep Moving Forward With Me says
I always ask for SLEEP! A nap is amazing for Mother’s Day!
Ashley says
I LOVE ebay! I usually do all of my Christmas shopping on ebay – and sometimes Craigslist. 🙂
Denise Taylor-Dennis says
I would love a day at the spa to relax and have some quiet time.
Krystal says
That clutch is fabulous. These are great ideas!
Rachel says
I don’t know why I never think of checking eBay when shopping for gifts. That mixer is awesome.
Kisa Johnson says
I want the house cleaned, Chinese from a certain place about 45 minutes from here (in another state), a day of quiet.
Pam says
A day of quiet would be the best gift, wouldn’t it?
Pam says
I think my kids should take me out for dinner. And clean the house for me! 🙂
Pam says
I love that yellow Kitchenaid mixer! So much cuter than my plain white one.
Ashley M says
Love my kitchen aid mixer! This would definitely make moms happy.
Christie says
I want a nap! I’m loving the yellow mixer though!! Great ideas
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
I love eBay! I made collections inspired by my Mom’s love for travel, cats, and reading.
Joanna Sormunen says
Great ideas! I would love that mixer! Wish someone will read this… LOL
Leira Pagaspas says
I would love to own the Kitchen Aide Mixer.. It would inspire me to bake more.
Marni | Love and Duck Fat says
I’m getting a ticket to the BlogHer convention in Miami this Mother’s Day. Can’t wait (I wouldn’t mind one of these too)!
[email protected] Eat Sleep Travel Repeat says
I would love a whole new pot and pan set
Tara says
I am a personal gift giver and receiver. I like thoughtful gifts. Ones my girls too the time to think up and bonus if it’s made by them. I have done many photos in frames in my day.
Rosey says
I got my mom a hot roller set and some K-cups. 😉 She hasn’t had a hot roller set since I was a kid (she rolls her hair in rollers and sleeps in them, eek). And the coffee will go w/the Keurig we got her for Christmas.
She’s easy to shop for… my MIL on the other hand, nuh uh. And if she doesn’t like a gift she’ll ask you where she got it so she can take it back. Hubby got so frustrated one year he bought her a $3 cactus. She was at a loss for words, hahahaa. Oh my, I shouldn’t laugh. We’re taking her and my FIL to dinner this year.
I like eBay. In fact, I’m about to head over there to see if they’ve got some great Stuart Weitzman’s for this mama, at a great price (cross your fingers for me, mama needs a new pair of shoes 😉 ).
Marina says
I would love a new laptop. Mine died 🙁
Wendy @ ABCs and Garden Peas says
I’m so lost for Mother’s Day ideas, but I know my mom would love something from eBay. She runs her own eBay business and does a FAB job. She’s on eBay every day!
Dawn says
I would love to have that casserole dish! And that knife set is really cool! I used to shop on ebay a lot. I need to check it out again.
Rebecca Swenor says
I am going to do an online party with her and teach her more about using the computer.
Aimee Smith says
Oh man, I totally want a Kitchen Aid! This year I am hoping for some quiet time with my mom, I don’t get to see her very often!
Michelle Knopp says
It is always difficult to find the right gift to express my love for someone. I find myself giving a lot of homemade gifts. I guess they feel more personal to me, sometimes. Plus, I get to customize them to match the person’s tastes/interests.
Sarah @ Must Have Mom says
Cool gifts. I think I’ll create a collection!
Chrysa says
This are some fantastic ideas for Mom. I LOVE that Kitchen-Aid mixer in yellow. I love my own KitchenAid, but this color makes it special.
Janeane Davis says
These are all great ideas for moms all year long.s
Chrysa says
These are some great ideas. I really LOVE that KitchenAid mixer in yellow!
Mariana says
I’d love any of the items in that collection, but I’ve been wishing for a mixer for years! That yellow one is gorgeous.
Heather @ It's a Lovely Life! says
I’m planning on getting my mom a restaurant gift card and flowers. Those are always a hit!
Jenn @ The Rebel Chick says
My Mom does so much to help. I love eBay, you can always find something there.
Elisebet F says
My mom is extremely hard to shop for. 🙁 I usually end up getting her flowers, but I know she’s not really a flower person.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
I made collections inspired by my Mom also! My Mom loves cats, travel, tea and reading.
Rena McDaniel-The Diary of an Alzheimer's Caregiver says
I usu ally buy mom flower’s. We would fill up her balcony with plants to take care of, now that she lives with us it is still a tradition she loves plants they are like her children.
Raijean says
I’m thinking a cellphone, I’m going to check ebay out! I know they have deals.
Aly Mashrah says
I haven’t decided yet what I’ll actually be doing for Mother’s Day, but I know I’ll be spending it with my sisters (who are moms) and my mom as well. These are great gift ideas.
Kathleen B says
That Kitchenaid mixer looks amazing, and I love the color. I have always wanted one of those, but am not sure I bake enough to warrant getting one.
Nicole Brady says
I like spending time with my family for mother’s day – whether on a family bike ride or going to a ball game or something. My favorite thing to get my mom is time together – lunch, pedicure, etc.
kristin says
Great gift ideas, I still need to shop for mine. Luckily there’s online shopping and shipping!!!
Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie} says
Now I feel lame that I got mine an orchid…lol
Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says
Seeing the yellow KitchenAid really made me smile! Great gift ideas
Jennifer Williams says
I never think to go to ebay for anything. I am one that was always worried about buying items from a person I have never met. I think there are procedures in place to protect you but I am still afraid.
Franc Ramon says
Baking items or kitchen utensils can really be nice mother’s day gift.
kungphoo says
These are great ideas! m wife gave us a list for her for sunday.. better late then never.
Amanda says
These are all great ideas! I would love the knife set! My knives are a mess!
Brett says
My mom bought anything she wanted. She was a pain to shop for!! She was a sucker for pics of the grand kids though. And wine. Always wine.
Ashley trail says
I sell a ton on eBay they do have pretty much anything you could ever imagine !! Get creative:)
Kathy says
I would love a rocking chair this Mother’s Day. I want one that I can restore. I should check ebay out for one!
Lois Alter Mark says
What a great collection of gifts! I would be happy to receive any of them!
Theresa @ Faith and Family Reviews says
My mom is in Canada so I don’t always do a gift. I’ll probably call her. Personally, I want to read a book! I haven’t read a book in a while.
RUSS says
Those are great ideas that any mom would love to receive. Although gifts are great, I think what are moms would appreciate as well is the fact that they are remembered on Mothers’ Day and on regular days too.
Kelsey says
What a great collaboration of gifts!! I would love any of these!!
Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie} says
I’ll take one of each… but really … I’d get a new lens or camera upgrade.
becca says
I totally want the knife set and mixer. the bag is cute to but definitely love the mixer.
Jenny says
I think I am just going to be creative this year and make something rather than buy something that she won’t enjoy.
Triplezmom says
We’re getting my mom flowers and making her dinner like we usually do. My kids and husband made me a cake.
MarieCor Jauod says
My mom’s like that too she only buy’s what she need’s that\s why I usually buy her gift’s that she usually mention’s
Pam says
We won’t be able to be with the mother this year but I have already sent a card and some flowers and cash. I was just visiting with her not very long ago and was able to get her set up with a few nice things at the time. I am in the middle of a kitchen remodel so I don’t really want to add anything to the chaos at this time with gifts. Just want to have a nice lunch out with my family. Happy Mother’s Day to all!
LauraOinAK says
That’s an awesome collection of items for Mom. I’m doing just a card for my Mom this year as she’s trying to declutter her home (and life) and doesn’t want ‘stuff’ right now.
JDaniel4's Mom says
I love these ideas! The mint green tote is really wonderful!
Naomi says
I’d love to get a new laptop but I don’t see that happening!
Carly Bellard says
All my mom wants is pictures of my kids! I love that she is so easy to “shop” for!
Mickey says
I want that knife set. (Btw, it cracks me up to see Vanilla Ice in the ad. I love that commercial, lol)
Veronica says
Awesome gift ideas for mom. I could use a few of those items listed.
Janell Poulette says
I never thought to shop at ebay for Mother’s Day gifts. Thanks for sharing all these great ideas. (I will have to keep this in mind for Father’s Day!)
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
What great gift ideas. I would love the knife set for sure. I love how colorful it is.
Katy Rawson says
I wouldn’t have thought about eBay, but I am always frantically trying to think of the right gift. This is a great idea for those of us who are slightly challenged in that area.
Amanda @ Erickson and Co. says
Great gift ideas! I love my kitchen aid!
Krissy says
I’ve had my eye on a few nice handbags that I would LOVE LOVE to have for Mother’s Day. But honestly I would probably be happy with anything since they actually THOUGHT about me, lol.
Rebekah says
As a kid I swore I’d hurt my husband if he ever bought me anything for the house/kitchen for Mother’s Day… I’ve definitely changed my mind. Got a KitchenAid last year and it was perfect!
Jane says
These are all wonderful gifts you’ve listed. I would love to get that Kitchen-Aid for Mother’s Day.
lisa jones says
Such Great Gift Ideas I Lone The Knife Set!
Betty Manousos says
great choices! i love that yellow mixer!
happy weekend!
hope you have a lovely mother’s day~
xx
Krystyn says
What a great idea for gifts! I like the little wristlet and the knives.
kungphoo says
Thanks for ideas.. with only 2 days to go i am starting to scramble..
Lisa @ Two Bears Farm says
My mom likes all things literary – so I got her a couple of movies of the classics, and some Alice in Wonderland stationary. You have some great ideas here!
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
These are great ideas! I need those knives…but oh yeah, it’s about mom, not me LOL Still, great ideas!
Janice says
Great list. I love that yellow stand mixer. 🙂
Dawn Lopez says
What great gift ideas! I know I would be one happy camper if I received any of those awesome gifts for Mom’s day! Total ebay fan, but I definitely forget to shop for others there too! Great idea!
Jennifer Soltys says
Excellent choices!! That mixer would be extra awesome!!!
Michelle F. says
Those are great ideas. I love that knife holder.
Hanan says
I totally want that mixer!! I told my husband if I don’t get one this Mother’s Day, maybe next year =)
Alex | Thrifty Below says
Ughhh I can’t think of any good ideas for my mom! I’m running out of time!
Jenni E. {Sweet Pennies from Heaven} says
HAHA! I’m sorry but I just had to laugh. My mom was the exact same way. She was super hard to please and if she didn’t like a gift, she’d let you know about it. The only thing that I could ever get that I’d KNOW she liked was a certain flowering hanging basket. I’d end up getting her that every single year.
Karen says
That Kitchen Aid Mixer has been on my wish list for so long! I really want the professional one. I plan on getting my mom a gift card to her favorite store. She’s there like once a week!
JamericanSpice says
I’d love to give my mother a week in a hotel to just be away from all dram, and be pampered!
I’m not sure what I’ll give her.
Kelsey Apley says
Great idea’s, I have a KitchenAid and it is amazing, I highly suggest one if it is in budget range. That knife set is awesome too!
Dan from platter talk says
I can’t think of any mom who would not love any of these; great compilation of gift ideas for Mom’s day!
Louida says
For Mother’s Day I would like a BREAK!!!! I’m on strike this weekend! LOL who am I kidding? A Mother’s job is never done. Happy Mother’s Day Liz!
Dana Rodriguez says
These are some wonderful ideas! I would enjoy a “no cooking day” 🙂
Paula Parker says
I love, love your poster! Thank you for the ideas. All mothers have a great day on Sunday!
Yona says
My mom is hard to shop for too, so this year, I decided to treat her to a little variety and got her a Mother’s Day KlutchBox – I think she will like seeing all the lil’ surprises that come in the box.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
My mom loves a free meal! Lol And to shop. We are getting a free breakfast and my husband will cook steak for us for dinner.
Michele says
My Mom is 91 years young and still does her own cooking etc. She is having a bit of trouble with dexterity and those knives with thick handles might just be helpful for her–other then that it’s flowers and take her out for an early dinner!
Gingermommy says
Gift cards or brunch are always nice gifts. I also love handmade items. I usually get my mom something for her garden
noelle d says
that knife set looks pretty awesome.
this mothers day – i would like for my little one to not be sick…
and jewelry wouldn’t hurt either 😉
Michelle Christopher says
I love the way you grouped the ideas together. I still have to pick out something for my mom. Thanks for the ideas.
brian miller says
oy i need to get busy…between work and grad school i have yet to get anything…i did plan a picnic though….
Scott says
I showed these to my wife and she said “you’d better not even think of getting me anything for the kitchen”. Back to square one…
Ellen Christian says
Great ideas. I still need to pick my Mom up a few more things. it’s so hard to choose.
Ashley Gill says
My Mother has passed, but for me… My husband and children are taking me to NYC for the day! I’m so freaking excited! Its a Bucket List trip, so I hope my expectations don’t overdo the actual day! Happy Mother’s Day!
Virginia @thatbaldchick says
I give my Mom the same thing every year. I sit next to her in church on Mother’s Day. It’s such a small and simple gesture, but one that really means the world to her.
Mama to 5 BLessings says
I have that bake ware and I love it! It is so durable and I use them all the time!
Mickey says
Holy cow – a new Kitchenaid Stand mixer is an amazing Mother’s Day gift! I’d love that. 🙂
Jennifer B says
My Mom really loves nice cards for Mother’s Day! As for me, I would really love a whole day all to myself LOL!
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
I sent my mom flowers, and am designing a “honeybadger” shirt for her – we have a great sense of humor. I want to sleep in and have muffins in bed the next morning!
Hilary Andriesian says
I lost my Mom four years ago, but I keep her beautiful honeymoon photo with my dad as wallpaper on my phone. I think for Mother’s Day, I would love to watch a romantic black and white movie from the thirties or forties, that will remind me of my Mom in her radiant young married life. She was a wonderful cook, so some nice new pots and pans and baking dishes would be a great thing to get. May have to go to a restaurant supply store and treat myself to some new cookware!
Virginia @thatbaldchick says
So sorry for your loss! New cookware in honor of your Mom would be perfect.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I got my mother a couple of Alex & Ani bracelets and will get her some flowers. As for me, I ended up picking out my own gifts while I was in San Diego a couple of weeks ago.
Jeanne Kupsh says
Those are all great ideas!!! 😀
This year Thomas bought me the complete new pencil collection I was panting over! He’s the best!!
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
I’d like a full day without thinking or do anything related to blogging or social media 🙂
Ty says
My mom is extremely picky and if she doesn’t like something, she’ll let you know. She’s been hinting around that she wants a new bed, but I’m not quite sure that’s in my budget this year. I’ll probably just get her a kitchen aid blender as she’s always wanting to borrow mine.