From your heart to hers: 47 personalized Mother's Day card ideas

Mother's Day is the perfect time to show your appreciation for Mom — and a personalized card is a heartfelt way to do it. To help you create that special moment, we've curated some of the most beautiful, sincere, and meaningful card ideas online. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crafter, these ideas are easy to execute, often with a few basic craft materials, a dash of creativity, and a bit of your time.

For an even simpler option, consider designing your own custom Mother's Day photo card with Mixbook. You choose the pictures, design, and message, and Mixbook takes care of the rest. Try making a new card each year, so Mom has a growing collection of treasured memories.

Now, let's get creative and make this Mother's Day unforgettable!

47 DIY Mother's Day card ideas

The perfect gift, day, or celebration of Mom starts with the perfect card. Keep reading to explore 47 stunning Mother's Day card ideas just about anyone can create.

1. Penguin Mother's Day card

Channel 'March of the Penguins' with this adorable card. It's the perfect blend of cute and heartfelt, especially when the little ones sign off on the inside.

Get the template at Love, Jaime

2. Cheetah print Mother's Day card

Take a walk on the wild side with this adorable photo card. Not only is the cover a chance to spotlight a favorite family photo, but the inside offers even more spots to celebrate the best Mom ever.

Personalize this card from Mixbook

3. Rainbow butterfly footprint Mother's Day card

Celebrating Mother's Day for a new Mom? Set her heart aflutter with a card that highlights just how tiny her little squish is. This sweet card repurposes tiny baby feet into adorable butterflies as a keepsake she'll want to hang onto forever.

Get the instructions at Reality Daydream

4. Mother's Day daisy card

Every petal spells out 'he/she loves me' on this adorable daisy card, featuring all your favorite Mom qualities on the outside, with space for a custom Mother's Day quote on the inside. 

Get the instructions at Artistro

5. Love you to pieces suncatcher card

It's a card! It's a suncatcher! It's a handmade twofer she'll treasure forever! That's a lot to pack into one little crafty homemade card, but that's exactly what this pretty custom Mother's Day card serves up.

Get the tutorial at Learning and Exploring Through Play

6. Mother's Day coloring cards

If you're not into scissors and glue, good news. You can break out the pencil crayons or markers and color in your favorite printable Mother's Day card template. Bonus points if you do it in Mom's favorite colors.

Get printable templates at Sarah Renae Clark

7. Mother's Day handprint card & poem

Tiny handprints are the quickest route to giving Mom's heart an extra squeeze—but for good measure, this sweet card also comes with a tear-inducing poem printable.

Get the template at Let's DIY It All

8. Dried flowers topiary Mother's Day card

Skip giving Mom fresh blooms that'll fade in a week and opt for this everlasting paper garden instead. Collect and dry your own flowers, or buy dried flowers and paste them on to create a topiary card with just a few basic materials.

Get the tutorial at Make and Takes

9. Turtle Mother's Day card

Who doesn't love a 'Mom joke' coupled with a simple and sweet card theme? This shell-fire hit is easy to create with cupcake liners of any color. 

Get the tutorial at Coffee Cups and Crayons

10. Mother's Day heart wand card

Part magic wand, part unfolding wonder, this lovely little card idea is a sweet surprise for any Mom who receives it. Bonus: Pretty much any kid can craft this and add their own personal touch to the 'wand' decor.

Get the template at Show My Crafts

11. Mother's Day coffee card

If Mom's day hasn't truly begun till after her morning brew, serve this cute and cheeky card alongside a perfectly prepared latte, tea, or whatever turns Mom from an early a.m. monster to a magnificent multi-tasker. 

Get the template at I Heart Crafty Things

12. Mom photo frame card

Naturally, the 'O' in Mom makes an absolutely perfect miniature picture frame. Gift Mom a truly personalized card with a custom photo inside, whether freshly taken or an adorable baby-era throwback.

Get the tutorial at Our Kid Things

13. Rose filled Mother's Day card

This breathtaking card might look super advanced, but it involves a little cutting, rolling, and gluing to create your own 3D masterpiece in minutes. 

Get the tutorial at The Inspiration Edit

14. Scratch off Mother's Day card

This Silhouette paper-cutting machine card will make Mom feel ultra lucky when she scratches off all the ways she's loved - or all the chores you're going to help with around the house!

Get the Silhouette template at the Craft Patch Blog 

15. Unicorn handprint Mother's Day card

All Moms are magical - now it's time to show it with this whimsical and bright Mother's Day card, with a cute handprint as your base.

Get the tutorial at Pink Stripey Socks

16. Mother's Day bookmark card

Yes, your Mother's Day card can pull double duty as a gift. Case in point: This handmade bookmark card is perfect for bookworm Moms out there, complete with a fun retro photo booth strip. 

Get the tutorial at Make and Takes

17. Mother's Day hand bouquet card

Flowers and kids go together on Mother's Day like a beloved PB&J sandwich. So why not mash them up using nothing more than a little bit of paint? Let each child pick their own 'hand flower' color for an extra special touch.

Get the tutorial at The Trendy Treehouse

18. Stitched flower Mother's Day card

If you're handy with a needle and thread, you can actually 'quilt' Mom her very own stitched-together card, as this 'sew easy' tutorial shows.

Get the tutorial at Crafts Beautiful

19. Flowers for Grandma card

Let's not forget Grandma on Mother's Day - without her, there'd be no Mom! Tailor this sweet card to celebrate multiple generations or a close bond between grandchild and grandparent.

Personalize this card with Mixbook

20. Super Mom trading cards

Got a kid going through a trading card phase? Get them engaged in some love for the biggest superhero of them all (Mom!) with this cute trading card-inspired tutorial.

Get the tutorial at Design Improvised

21. Egg carton teacup Mother's Day cards

Show Mom she's your 'cup of tea' with this adorable card that celebrates her favorite chilly day brew.

Get the tutorial at In The Playroom

22. DIY plantable seed paper cards

Most cards end up in the recycling bin, but what if you could give Mom one that blooms into something great? Check out the instructions for how to craft a card that'll grow with her love.

Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte

23. Pineapple & sloth Mom cards

What do pineapples and sloths have in common with Mom? Well, primarily, just the fact they work well as the 'O', and they're all darn cute to boot.

Get the tutorials at Conservamom

24. Water resist Mother's Day cards

These cards are like magic - both to create and to give to Mom. Thanks to the wax, which resists the beautiful blend of watercolors you apply, they are magical both in appearance and in the way they make Mom feel.

Get the tutorial at Projects with Kids

25. Crumpled paper flower Mother's Day card

This is a pretty ingenious project to bring the kids in on. Instead of finely cutting every last detail, all you need to do is crumple up some paper for a truly gorgeous finished product.

Get the tutorial at Artsy Craftsy Mom

26. Ha-pea Mother's Day card

Cute, clever, and totally craftable for even the smallest of hands, this sweet card spotlights any Mom who's like a pea in a pod with her babies.

Get the tutorial at Crafty Morning

27. Watering can Mother's Day card

This a divinely cute card for any mom who loves to garden or simply inspires her kids to grow. This is a particularly sweet pick with a Mother's Day gift from a daughter.

Get the template at The Craftaholic Witch

28. Tropical Mother's Day petal card & stickers

This absolutely stunning Mother's Day card comes with a little bonus (if you've got the right printer paper) — stickers! Seal your card or Mother's Day gift for a totally coordinated look.

Get the template at Lia Griffith

29. Hand-drawn Mother's Day card

Pretend you're Picasso and sketch out an entire card from scratch with a helpful set of step-by-step instructions. Make a mistake along the way? Don't sweat it - there's also a free finished printable.

Get the tutorial and template at Art Projects for Kids

30. Sweet treat Mother's Day cards

If you're feeling a little artsy, this cute card idea involves painting on a simple piece of cardboard with results that look good enough to eat! 

Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte

31. Super Mom Mother's Day card

Here's a super idea for a handmade Mother's Day card — customize your design to look like Mom for an extra special, heroic touch.

Get the tutorial at Our Kid Things

32. You are my sunshine pop-up card

This bright and cheerful card will instantly remind Mom of the classic children's folk tune—and is sure to put a smile on her face just like the one inside the card. 

Get the tutorial at I Heart Crafty Things

33. Huggy Mom card

Mom hugs are the best hugs, right? Deliver the next best thing with this cute card, captioned on the front with "My Favorite Thing Ever Is A...".

Get the template from Moms and Crafters

34. Pop bottle floral card

Flowers are a popular motif for Mother's Day, but you'll never guess where this design comes from — an old pop bottle! Talk about turning trash into a card she'll treasure.

Get the tutorial at Rainy Day Mum

35. Mom cutout card

This supremely cute DIY photo card offers up primo real estate to spotlight the bond between mother and child. Best of all, the inside has room for four more photos and a heartfelt message.

Personalize this card with Mixbook

36. Pop-up cupcake card

This uber-sweet design is simple enough for kids to make but crafty enough to dazzle Mom — especially once she realizes there's a secret surprise waiting inside. She'll open it up to see her favorite photo of your little ones. Love photos? Check out our Mother's Day photo book ideas.

Get the tutorial at Soccer Mom Blog

37. Tie-dye dress Mother's Day card

A fitting choice for the fashionista Mom (or child) who wants to treat Mom to a crafty little frock on Mother's Day. An extra special twist? Include a gift card for her favorite store for a little Mom's Day spending spree.

Get the tutorial at Happy Hooligans

38. Puffball Mother's Day cards

Create your own fluffy, puffy Mother's Day cards inspired by flamingoes, penguins, or chicks with this fuzzy wuzzy card idea.

Get the tutorial at Design for Soul

39. Macaroni art Mother's Day cards

Few things are more classic than macaroni art for kids. This step-by-step tutorial offers some stylish upgrades to turn your everyday pasta shapes into beautiful blossoms that will wow any Mom.

Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte

40. Mother's Day birdhouse card

For any Mom who's made a nest for her kids or simply for Moms who love to watch the birds flutter by, these custom birdhouse cards are a cinch to make and too cute for words.

Get the tutorial at I Heart Crafty Things

41. Shimmering best Mom ever card

This supremely elegant card is a minimalist masterpiece that begs to be hung on the fridge. For an extra dazzling touch, foil the card in silver, gold, or rose gold.

Personalize this card with Mixbook

42. Coffee filter Mother's Day card

Even the smallest of budding artists can get in on the action with this fun, tie-dye-inspired Mother's Day card idea that uses everyday materials you've likely got kicking around already.

Get the template at Ruffles and Rainboots

43. Mother's Day printable Mom glasses card

This too-cute idea will outfit Mom with a special accessory for a primo Mother's Day photo op. Best of all, it's as simple as print, cut, and stuff!

Get the template at A Piece of Rainbow

44. Quilted Mother's Day card

Tap into the time-honored tradition of quilting with these sweet patchwork cards. Cull fabric from old baby clothes for a resourceful yet sentimental take.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess

45. 3D orchid Mother's Day card

Elegant and refined, this is a perfect sophisticated DIY card idea that'll leave Mom with a whole new definition of what 'handmade' can look like.

Get the tutorial at Instructables.com

46. Koala Mother's Day card

With this supremely cute card tutorial, you can show Mom you care about the days when she cuddled you like a koala cub riding on her mama's back.

Get the tutorial at Mad In Crafts

47. Strawberry handprint card

We love this sweet card 'berry much' too! Trace your child's handprint and create a fun card design with a pun that's ripe for the picking.

Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids

Personalized photo cards for Mother's Day

DIY cards don't always mean reaching for scissors and glue. With Mixbook, you can create a heartfelt, personalized photo card that captures exactly what makes your family special. Dive into our diverse collection of Mother's Day card templates, from minimalist modern styles to eye-catching foil accents. 

The best part? 

There are plenty of ways to put your own personal stamp on things, from arranging a collage of photos to adding your own message that speaks directly from the heart. Discover Mixbook's Mother's Day card options and effortlessly craft your card in minutes.