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If the concept of easy Mother’s Day gifts sounds far-fetched to you, you’ve likely never considered experience gifts. Memory making and clutter-free, experience gifts are the perfect presents for Mums who don’t want anything. After all, you could argue it’s technically not a thing. Get her an experience for two and simply claim you’re giving her quality time with you! It’s the best kind of gifting loophole and a fun way to spend time with Mum on Mother’s Day. So whether your mum loves her food, art or crafty adventures, our range of experience gifts for Mum is so big, finding the right gift is easy. Don’t believe us? See our gift recommendations below!
Resin art for her inner goddess
Keen to get arty and celebrate divine femininity with your mum? We’ve got the perfect Mother’s Day gift for you! This resin art class isn’t your average workshop—you and Mum will be working with high-quality resin, dried flowers and moulds to create your very own stunning goddess statues.
BYO drinks and nibbles to make a full day of it! If you’ve never worked with resin before, it’s a super forgiving medium that’s all about creative expression, not perfection, making it the ideal intro for beginners. And the best part? You’ll both head home with your own beautiful resin goddess.
Details: $85 in Leichhardt, Sydney.
This gift is best for Mums who… love trying new things and celebrating womanhood.
Why Mum will love it:
“Creative, peaceful, relaxing way to spend a morning. Chelsey guided us gently to create our own resin works of art and supplied absolutely everything we needed. Can't wait to reveal my goddess.” - Kay
Cheers to Mum with cocktail classes
There are a few things in life that are better than a well-made cocktail. That’s why a cocktail making class is such a good gift for your mother. It’s basically delicious cocktails for life! This Mother’s Day, shake and stir up a storm with Mum at this cocktail making class with a twist. Using native Australian ingredients like finger lime, wattleseed or rosella, you and Mum will make two mouthwatering cocktails each and pick up the skills to impress friends and family at home.
The details: $125 in Prahran, Melbourne
This gift is perfect for Mums who… like to unwind at the end of the day.
Thai cooking for foodie Mums
Got a foodie Mum on your hands? Then we have an easy Mother’s Day gift idea for you—cooking classes! Join Mum at this Thai cooking class, and you’ll both learn how to create iconic Thai dishes like Pad Thai and Tom Yum soup. Once the cooking is done, you’ll sit down together to enjoy the delicious dishes you’ve made, family-style. It’s a gift, a quality time catch-up and a restaurant-worthy meal all rolled into one. Whether your mum’s already a confident cook or just loves to try something new, this is a class she’ll remember every time she whips up a Thai feast at home.
The details: $165 in Teneriffe, Brisbane
Best gift for Mums who… have found their happy place in the kitchen
Why Mum will love it:
“Absolutely the best cooking class. The food was AMAZING, Tong was funny, knowledgeable and very friendly. Highly recommend giving this class a go.” - Jenny
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Mug making for coffee loving Mums
Picture this: your Mum enjoying a relaxing cup of tea or coffee in the morning, her hands wrapped around a steaming mug, the mug is a bit rustic and wonky, almost as though it was handmade. Because it was! And that’s your mum's special mug, the one she made herself at this mug making workshop that you got as a gift for Mother’s Day! It’s messy, it’s muddy, and it’s the perfect excuse to sip tea together from your very own wonky creations.
The details: $124-$131 in Fremantle, Perth, where you can choose your favourite beverage (tea and coffee or matcha!).
This gift is best for Mums who… love slow mornings, a rustic aesthetic and find joy in the little things.
Why Mum will love it:
“Such a fantastic morning with my daughter. It was a warm space for us to connect and destress together whilst being creative. Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back.” - Klair
A flower cake decorating class for Mother’s Day
Wondering "what to get my mum for Mother's Day"? Let her eat cake on her special day! If your mum has a soft spot for sweets and a flair for the fabulous, this cake decorating class is the perfect way to treat her like the queen she is. Inspired by delicate florals and elegant finishes, she’ll learn how to turn a simple cake into a show-stopping masterpiece. Think piped petals, buttercream blossoms and edible elegance worthy of a royal garden party. Bonus tip: a glass of champagne goes down a real treat with some fancy cake.
The details: $235-$250 in Prospect, Adelaide
The perfect gift for Mums who… like to indulge in the finer things in life.
Paint and sipping for creative Mums
What do you get when you mix creativity, good company and a glass of wine? An easy Mother’s Day gift that’s practically guaranteed to be a hit! At this paint and sip class in Canberra, you and Mum will be guided step-by-step through a featured painting while enjoying your favourite drinks. It’s all about having fun, getting a little messy and making memories together (with a masterpiece to take home at the end!). Whether Mum fancies herself a budding Picasso or just loves a relaxed night out, this class ticks all the boxes.
The details: $65 in Greenway, ACT
This gift is perfect for Mums who… love getting creative and spending quality time with their favourite people.
Sourdough baking for Mums who knead to relax
If the smell of freshly baked bread isn’t relaxing, we don’t know what is! This sourdough baking class is the perfect gift for Mums who love getting hands-on in the kitchen and want to master the art of the perfect loaf. You and Mum will learn how to mix, knead, shape and bake real sourdough from scratch, while soaking in the calming, wholesome vibes that only breadmaking can bring.
You’ll get tips on starter care and fermentation so you can recreate the magic at home. Bonus: you’ll both head home with a fresh loaf (or two) and some seriously delicious memories.
The details: $230 in Rouse Hill, Sydney
Best gift for Mums who… don’t take shortcuts and have a penchant for artisanal products.
