Special and sentimental gifts for mums

sentimental gifts for mum

by Emily Gilbert |
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We know it and you know it. Mum's are pretty darn special. And that's why it's so important to show them just how much they are loved and appreciated with a thoughtful gift she won't forget.

Whether it's Christmas, a birthday or simply just because, if you're after a sentimental gift for the mum in your life, we've gathered our favourite options for you to peruse.

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Sentimental gifts for mums

The Night Sky1 of 13

The Night Sky

This special gift is a custom star map of a special night whether that's the day of a baby's birth or a wedding. Printed on museum grade art matte paper and printed using archival inks, simply select your date, add a personal quote and pick a design.

Personalised Welly Boot Family Print2 of 13

Personalised Welly Boot Family Print

This sweet welly boot print can be personalised to perfectly represent any family or friendship group. Add in a title and special date.

The Duchess Necklace3 of 13

The Duchess Necklace

Loved by The Duchess of Cambridge (who wore this necklace to celebrate the birth of Prince George), choose a boy or a girl charm to sit alongside a disc and mini heart charms. Just choose an initial for the mini heart and add the baby’s name to be hand-engraved and his/her date of birth on the disc. Mum's of more can be catered for too.

Personalised pennant flag banner4 of 13

Personalised pennant flag banner

Choose a special drawing to be printed on a canvas flag that can then be hung around the home. Adorable!

I Love Mummy This Much book5 of 13

I Love Mummy This Much book

Show mum just how much she’s loved, in a beautiful personalised book featuring her children. Add up to four children’s names and characters and write your own dedication.

Mummy And Me Personalised Solid Oak Photo Frame6 of 13

Mummy And Me Personalised Solid Oak Photo Frame

This solid oak photo frame is engraved with baby's name and their date of birth. Just pop in a favourite photograph and you're good to go!

Mama sweater7 of 13

Mama sweater

This snuggly soft sweater will keep mum warm whatever it is she's doing. Embroidered with the word Mama and a cute little heart, there are lots of colours to choose from to suit the mum in question.

Custom Family peg dolls8 of 13

Custom Family peg dolls

A keepsake that is bound to make anyone smile, why not pick up a customised set of family peg dolls? You can even add a pet too!

Restore Blend oil9 of 13

Restore Blend oil

Combining a blend of chamomile and lavender with woody ylang ylang, petit grain and sandalwood, this blend promises to help alleviate anxiety, stress and worries. Simply fill diffuser or oil burner with the appropriate amount of water and add 5-10 drops of the oil.

Personalised Baby Scan Embroidery Keepsake10 of 13

Personalised Baby Scan Embroidery Keepsake

It might not be cheap but this special gift turns baby’s first photo into a unique one of a kind embroidery. A close representation of an ultrasound scan is sewn directly onto black cotton and unlike baby scans, it won't fade either.

Personalised Sterling Silver bracelet11 of 13

Personalised Sterling Silver bracelet

Simple but sweet, this timeless keepsake bracelet combines sterling silver beads with a special name, word or letters that bring joy and comfort.

Mr Boddington Mum Mug12 of 13

Mr Boddington Mum Mug

Sure, it might contain a cold coffee or tea half the time but mum is bound to appreciate this colourful mug printed with all the different ways to say her moniker.

'Love You Mum/Mummy' Keyring13 of 13

'Love You Mum/Mummy' Keyring

We could all do with some reminding now and again and this special little keyring will do just the job. It can be personalised by adding children's initials, a heart, flower, star or even paw symbol. Choose up to four pebbles for your keyring and add extras as the family grows.

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