Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom's birthday, a thoughtful and personalized gift would be perfect to show your appreciation for her love of bookbinding and handmade book creation. Here are a few ideas that would surely bring a smile to her face:

1. DIY Bookbinding Kit: Help your mom explore her passion further with a DIY bookbinding kit. This kit would include all the essential tools and materials needed to create beautifully bound books. It would not only enhance her bookbinding skills, but also provide hours of creativity and relaxation.

2. Handmade Journal: Commission a local artisan or bookbinder to create a custom-made journal for your mom. You can choose the size, type of paper, and even personalize it with her initials or a meaningful message. This would be a truly unique and cherished gift that she can use for her own writing or bookbinding experiments.

3. Specialty Bookbinding Workshop: Enroll your mom in a bookbinding workshop or class taught by a skilled bookbinder. This could be a one-day workshop or a series of sessions where she can learn new techniques, gain inspiration, and connect with fellow bookbinders. It will be a fantastic opportunity for her to expand her knowledge and meet others who share her passion.

4. Rare and Collectible Book: If your mom appreciates the artistry of bookbinding, consider gifting her a rare or collectible book that showcases exceptional craftsmanship. Look for books that have intricately bound covers, marbled endpapers, or exquisite illustrations, combining her love for bookbinding with her love for literature.

5. Bookbinding History Book: Surprise your mom with a comprehensive book about the history and evolution of bookbinding. This will allow her to dive deep into the subject she loves, learn about various binding techniques, and gain inspiration from the works of master bookbinders throughout history.

6. Handmade Bookbinding Tools Organizer: Keep your mom's bookbinding tools neat and organized with a custom-made tool organizer. This could be a handcrafted wooden box or a roll-up tool kit with designated pockets for each tool. Adding a personal touch, you can engrave her initials or a special quote on the organizer.

7. Subscription to a Bookbinding Magazine: Keep your mom up-to-date with the latest trends and techniques in bookbinding by gifting her a subscription to a bookbinding magazine. This will provide her with a regular dose of inspiration, tutorials, and interviews with renowned bookbinders.

Remember, the most important thing is to show your thoughtfulness and appreciation for your mom's passion for bookbinding. Put some effort into selecting a gift that truly reflects her interests, and she will be delighted by your gesture.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”