Mother’s Day doesn’t have to be splashy or extravagant! But thoughtful and sustainable tops our list! Our team always has an eye for gifts that we would love to receive or give any time of the year for any reason!
Here are our favourites for you…and the mother figures in your life this Mother’s Day!
Book Sleeve by Madison Living: Thoughtful, purposeful, and handmade by a local artisan and mom. Her philosophy is to cherish the little things in life and appreciate the moments. These “book sleeves” are made-to-order with beautiful fabrics. Great for protecting books on her travels. Several fabrics and sizes available. Doubles up as a eReader cover too! Link here.
Amazon Kindle 16 eReader: Speaking of reading! For the book lover mom! This lightweight on-the-go reader not only can hold hundreds of titles but it’s thoughtful in many ways! The light on the device is adjustable to your comfort and it’s glare-free! Long life battery runs for up to 6 weeks (regular use). We love its portability and distraction-free design making it easy to immerse in page-turners, whether at home or on the go.
Everyday Fashionable Jewellery by Pilgrim: Scandinavian-Canadian designer uses recycled materials in her fashion-forward sustainable jewellery line. Great for everyday as well as special occasions! Read our interview with founder and designer Annemette Markvad here.
UNIQLO’s Cotton Blend Short Parka: is a light-weight spring jacket that is timeless with modern details. A go-to for city exploring and weekend getaways. Hooded and cinch able waist and snap button pockets that open from the top. Made with recycled materials. Water-repellent. A top choice for travels too! Several colour options available.
MUJI’s Laptop Cushion: This comfortable portable lap cushion allows mom to work from home comfortably with this soft and convenient lap desk cushion. Functioning as a small table, so she can read, work, or catch up on the latest Architectural Digest home tours on YouTube.
Powerbeats Pro 2 for Workout Moms: Mom loves to listen to her podcasts or playlists while she walks, runs or works out at the gym? These were designed with a secured fit. They also have heart rate monitor sensors offering real-time data while working out! In addition, she’ll love over 45 hours of battery life, active noise cancellation, adaptive EQ, and precision crafted with LED optical sensors that pulse light over 100 times per second to measure blood flow. More info can be found here.
Conair True Glow LED Light Therapy Face Mask: We are blown away by the benefits of incorporating LED Light Therapy into our skincare routine. This latest entry into the category has us glowing, literally. Bonus, the mask is wireless so you can take it on the go with the rechargeable battery pack. And at a great price-point, it’s a true real winner. Read our review here.
Cricut Joy 2 and Explore 5: For the crafty moms! Cricut, the world’s leading craft cutting machine has recently launched two compact machines designed to simplify the experience. Ideal for those who are just starting out and curious with small projects! Cricut Joy 2 is more portable than ever (great for the cottage on those rainy days!). New tools like Project Preview and Guided Flows simplify the user experience. We also love Cricut’s all-in-one starter bundles: New options include the tools and materials needed to finish up to 150 projects right out of the box. (BTW, check for Mother’s Day promos!)
Custom Levi’s Denim Jacket: Create a lasting memory with a custom look with Levi’s® Tailor Shops. Distress, embroider, re-construct and add some personal flair that you’ll both remember. Libby tells us there are available time slots for booking ahead at Toronto Eaton Centre, Market Mall, Park Royal, West Edmonton & Montreal Eaton Centre locations.
Danier: The nostalgic quality of real leather means this look will last forever, aging and distressing with each season just like mom! Libby’s top pick? The Louisa Small Shoulder Bag is a lovely tote for all the little extras, safely stashed in a zipped-up compartment. A cross-body strap adds versatility.
Bombas Socks: The one for one is not a gimmick. Supporting local charities like Covenant House and Soles4Souls, Bombas brings a bit of giving with every gift. Sporty types will gravitate towards the Gripper Ankle Socks, and nothing sets the tone for fun like Travel Compression socks. Every purchase earns a donation. Learn more at bombas.com.
Experiences That Mom Will Love:
Instead of “things”, how about an outing with mom! Time well spent here…
Elmwood Spa has refreshed adding an exciting new wellness offerings. RESONANCE by Elmwood is a place where mom (and you?) can reset and recharge with the latest in contrast therapy, water therapy, biohacking treatments, and more. Freshly opened this month and ready to offer next level self-care! Link here for details on the new wellness offerings. And here for the iconic spa Mother’s Day packages.
Arcadia Earth at The Well in Toronto is a stunning art + technology based attraction that has us rethinking how we live on planet earth. How our interactions with nature are more important now than ever. This immersive and interactive space has recently included a fascinating exhibition where visitors can explore mushrooms making music. Not to be missed!
&Juliet (Royal Alexandra Theatre, Toronto) is a fun and uplifting musical filled with pop anthems (yes, boy band faves too!) Created by Canadian David West Read, the Emmy Award–winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek”, this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & JULIET asks: What would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) Annual Pass: one of the best offers in the city! Get mom an annual pass! Immerse yourself in creativity year-round with unlimited gallery access to existing collections and new exhibitions for only $40—that’s only $10 more than a single ticket. Currently on exhibition: Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-1964: Eyes of the Storm.
