Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who enjoys chess and competitive gaming, here are some personalized gift ideas that could cater to her interests:

1. Customized Chess Set: Enhance her chess experience by gifting her a personalized chess set. You can choose a set made of high-quality materials like wood or marble, and have her name or initials engraved on the board or pieces. Consider getting a themed chess set, such as Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, or a historical battle she finds interesting.

2. Chess Clock: A chess clock is an essential tool for competitive gaming. Surprise your mom with a digital or analog chess clock that she can use during her games. Look for advanced models with various time control settings and robust features to enhance her playing experience.

3. Gaming Accessories: Since your mom enjoys competitive gaming, consider gifting her gaming accessories that can improve her performance. This can include a comfortable gaming chair with lumbar support, a high-quality gaming mouse and keyboard, or noise-canceling headphones for an immersive gaming experience.

4. Chess Lessons or Online Club Membership: Help your mom improve her chess skills by gifting her chess lessons or an online club membership. Look for local chess clubs that offer lessons or online platforms where she can connect with other chess enthusiasts. This gift will provide her with an opportunity to learn new strategies and engage in friendly competitions.

5. Chess-themed Clothing or Jewelry: Show your mom's passion for chess through a chess-themed T-shirt, hoodie, or a piece of jewelry like a pendant, bracelet, or earrings. There are many unique and artistic designs available that incorporate chess pieces or board patterns, allowing her to showcase her love for the game in a stylish way.

6. Chess-themed Books or Movies: Expand your mom's chess knowledge or offer her entertainment with chess-themed books or movies. Consider classic chess literature like "Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess" by Bobby Fischer, "My Great Predecessors" series by Garry Kasparov, or the novel "The Queen's Gambit" by Walter Tevis. Alternatively, you could gift her chess-related movies or TV series like "Searching for Bobby Fischer" or "The Queen's Gambit."

7. Customized Chess Puzzle: Challenge your mom's mind by creating a personalized chess puzzle specifically tailored to her skill level. Compile a series of chess positions or scenarios that she finds intriguing or challenging, and design a beautifully presented puzzle book or electronic format for her to solve.

Remember, it's the thought behind the gift that matters most. Take into account her specific interests within chess and gaming and choose a gift that aligns with her personality and preferences.

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”