Five Star Gift Ideas

If your mom enjoys writing haikus, then there are a few meaningful and personal gift ideas that could enhance her love for this beautiful form of poetry. Here are some suggestions:

1. Haiku Writing Journal: Gift your mom a beautifully designed journal specifically made for writing haikus. Look for a journal that has a simple and elegant cover, and perhaps even includes space for sketching or adding illustrations. This will not only encourage her to write more haikus but also give her a dedicated space to cultivate her creativity.

2. Haiku Workshop: Consider enrolling your mom in a haiku-writing workshop or class. This could be a local workshop led by a professional haiku poet or even an online course. By learning from experts, she will not only refine her haiku writing skills but also have the opportunity to connect with fellow haiku enthusiasts and gain new inspiration.

3. Haiku Anthology: Surprise your mom with a collection of haiku poems written by renowned haiku poets. Choose an anthology with a wide range of styles and themes to expose her to different perspectives and approaches within this poetic genre. This can serve as a valuable resource for her writing, allowing her to explore various techniques.

4. Calligraphy Set: Enhance your mom's haiku writing experience with a set of high-quality calligraphy pens and ink. This will provide her with the necessary tools to not only write haikus but also imbue them with a touch of artistic elegance. You could also consider including different brushes or nibs to add variety to her calligraphy work.

5. Personalized Haiku Necklace: For a more sentimental gift, consider a necklace featuring a haiku or a line from one of her favorite haikus. It could be engraved on a pendant or written on a delicate scroll within a locket. This keepsake will remind her of her passion for haikus and the depth of your love and appreciation for her.

6. Haiku Calendar: Find a haiku calendar that shares a different haiku each day, allowing your mom to discover new haikus regularly. Along with the poem, many haiku calendars also provide additional background information or explanations about the haiku form or the poet. This will keep her inspired and engaged throughout the year.

Remember, the most meaningful gift is one that reflects your mom's interests and shows that you have put thought into understanding her passion for writing haikus. Whatever you choose, it's the gesture and effort that will make the gift special and appreciated.

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”