Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom's birthday, why not surprise her with something that reflects her passion for upcycling and repurposing furniture? Here are a few personalized gift ideas that she will truly appreciate:

1. DIY Upcycling Kit: Put together a DIY upcycling kit with essential tools, environmentally-friendly paint, sandpaper, brushes, and a guidebook featuring different techniques. This will encourage your mom to explore new creative ideas and transform old furniture into unique pieces.

2. Subscription to Upcycling Magazines or Websites: Give your mom inspiration all year round by subscribing her to upcycling magazines or websites. These resources provide ideas, tutorials, and tips on repurposing furniture and finding new ways to give old items a new lease on life.

3. Furniture Restoration Workshop: Surprise your mom with a gift card or an enrollment in a furniture restoration workshop. This hands-on experience will allow her to learn new techniques, gain more knowledge about upcycling, and connect with like-minded people in a creative environment.

4. Vintage Thrift Store Shopping Spree: Plan a day out for your mom at local thrift stores or vintage shops. Take her on a treasure hunt to find unique furniture pieces that she can later upcycle and repurpose. Spend the day exploring different stores and enjoying quality time together.

5. Customized Furniture Piece: Commission a local artisan or carpenter to create a custom furniture piece for your mom. Collaborate with them to incorporate upcycling and repurposing elements, like using reclaimed wood or incorporating salvaged materials. This way, your mom will receive a one-of-a-kind piece that perfectly aligns with her interest.

6. Personalized Tool Set: Put together a personalized toolset for your mom, including her favorite tools and accessories for upcycling projects. You can also engrave her initials or a meaningful message on the tools to make them extra special.

7. Upcycled Home Decor Pieces: Look for unique and handmade upcycled home decor pieces that your mom can display around the house. Examples could include a repurposed vintage suitcase turned into a coffee table, an old ladder transformed into a bookshelf, or a set of upcycled mason jar sconces. These items will not only serve as conversation starters but also remind her of your thoughtfulness.

Remember, the most important thing is to show your mom that you support and appreciate her passion for upcycling and repurposing furniture. By choosing a gift that aligns with her interests, you'll create a meaningful and memorable birthday experience for her.

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”