Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom's birthday, a thoughtful and meaningful gift idea would be a DIY candle making and soap crafting kit. This gift will not only inspire her creative side but also provide her with hours of relaxation and enjoyment. Here's what you can include in the kit to make it extra special:

1. Candle Making Supplies: Start by gathering high-quality candle making supplies such as soy wax, wicks, fragrance oils, and candle dye. You can also include decorative elements like dried flowers or herbs that she can add to the candles for a personal touch.

2. Soap Making Materials: Include a variety of soap base options such as glycerin or shea butter bases, as well as essential oils for fragrance. You can also include natural colorants like dried herbs or charcoal powder for different soap variations. Don't forget to add soap molds in various shapes and sizes!

3. Tools and Accessories: Provide her with essential tools like a melting pot or double boiler for melting the wax and soap base. Include a thermometer to ensure accurate temperatures during the process. Other helpful tools can include a scale for precise measurements, stirring spoons, and a mold cutter for beautifully shaped soap bars.

4. Instruction Booklet: Create a personalized instruction booklet with step-by-step guides for both candle making and soap crafting. Include helpful tips, tricks, and safety guidelines. You can even include some of your mom's favorite recipes or creative ideas to inspire her further.

5. Decorative Elements: To add a touch of personalization, consider including decorative elements such as labels with your mom's name or custom labels for the candles and soap bars she makes. You can also include ribbons, twine, and gift tags for her to use when presenting the finished products as gifts to others.

6. Complete Package: Finally, gather all the materials and tools neatly in a beautiful gift box or basket. Arrange everything in an organized and visually appealing manner. This will make the gift feel more special and show that you put thought and effort into creating a personalized crafting experience for your mom.

By gifting your mom a DIY candle making and soap crafting kit, you are not only acknowledging her interests and hobbies but also providing her with a creative outlet and a relaxing activity. It's something she can enjoy on her own or even share with friends and family during gatherings or special occasions. It's a gift that keeps on giving, as she will have the opportunity to make beautiful and fragrant candles and soap bars that can be cherished and enjoyed.

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”