Impress with 5 Mother's Day Gifts for Your Mother-in-law

Surprise your one and only mother-in-law with these Mother’s Day gift ideas and have her feeling extra special on her day of days. Whether it’s soothing her mind at a relaxing skincare workshop, giving her the skills to make awesome latte art or sinking her hands into clay, these workshops across Australia are sure to impress. 

Regardless of how long you’ve been married, it’s always difficult trying to find a unique Mother’s Day gift your M-I-L will love. You know you need to come up with a gift for her that is thoughtful yet practical, while not forgetting the essential element of surprise. You don’t want to be that son or daughter-in-law who just buys her Mother’s Day flowers each year. So what do you do? We’re here to help you find gorgeous Mother’s Day gifts she’ll never see coming. 

If you have an idea of what your mother-in-law is interested in, you’re already on the right track. You might know what kind of wine she likes, her favourite way to spend a weekend, or even the kind of passions and hobbies she’s always dreamed of doing. Or, maybe you’ve just got married and you’re completely stuck for ideas. Whichever it is, there are plenty of Mother’s Day gift ideas all Mums would be pleased to receive. 

One of the easiest and most effective Mother’s Day gifts for your mother-in-law is a gift experience. Gift experiences are a popular idea because they enable your MIL to learn new skills, improve her health and wellness, and maybe even pick up a new hobby. Most Mums cherish making memories with their children and loved ones, so get ready to get into her good books with a gift experience she can do with her kids (yourself included!). 

With thousands of gift experiences for her to choose from, we’re here to inspire you with some of the most popular and thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts for your mother-in-law. 

Soothe stress with a skincare workshop 

Bond with your mother-in-law and book her into a natural skincare class that you can do together, like this botanical skincare making class in Brisbane. Skincare making is a fascinating and complex process that’s both empowering and educational. Together, you’ll learn how to take better care of your skin using the products you’ve made yourselves. 

In Sydney, take a natural skincare class with Sage Cosmetic Coaching and learn how to make the most incredible skincare products, all from 100 per cent natural ingredients. Expect to learn how to make a softening face mask, a pampering body polish or a nutrient-rich facial serum. Enjoy a glass of wine and nibbles during the class and head home with a whole host of gorgeous products that you can recreate when needed. This is an excellent class to gift your mother-in-law, giving you both an opportunity to laugh, smile and bond, bringing you closer together over the beauty of DIY skincare.

Looking for the best Mother's Day presents for mums who don't want anything? Get ready to be inspired!

Get caffeinated at a barista course

It’s pretty easy to find out if your mother-in-law enjoys a good coffee! Simply ask your partner about her brew of choice and book her a fun coffee workshop in Sydney. A latte art class for beginners could be just the trick for an unexpected Mother’s Day gift idea. In this fun workshop, held by Haven, she’ll learn everything there is to know about milk frothing, free pouring, where to find the best coffee beans in Sydney, and of course, how to create beautiful latte art hearts and tulips under the guidance of a local expert. 

If you’re looking for fun things to do in Melbourne then why not get Mum behind the espresso bar in the coffee capital of Australia? Enrol her in a barista coffee making course and give her a real taste of what it’s like to work at a cafe. 

She’ll love discovering new Melbourne experiences while meeting other like-minded coffee lovers. Join her in the workshop, or book it in for your partner and your mother-in-law to enjoy together. You’ll be sure to earn some extra brownie points for this special gift! It’s also a fantastic opportunity to support local businesses while trying new activities in Melbourne, making it a win all around.

Forget the world at a flower arranging class

Mother’s Day flowers are a given, and of course, everyone should consider giving their mother-in-law flowers for the big day. Why not add on an extra gift she won’t expect and organise a flower arranging class as well? Book a wild flower arranging workshop with local floristry school, Merchant & Green in Redfern, and spend the day surrounded by fragrant blooms. In this flower arranging workshop in Sydney, your mother-in-law will learn everything there is to know about creating the most beautiful bunch of wild flowers that she can recreate time and time again. 

Be guided by passionate florists as you make a beautiful bouquet using fresh Australian-inspired and Indigenous flowers and foliage. Expect to learn all about different textures and colour schemes to be able to put together a stunning flower arrangement. 

On the search for unique things to do in Perth? Put together a beautiful bouquet using delicate dried flowers at this flower arrangement workshop with bottomless brunch. This relaxing class is the perfect introduction to creating a beautiful, colourful dried flower arrangement for your home and will have your mother-in-law feeling extra refreshed.

Dig in at a pottery class

Pottery classes are some of the most popular gift experiences for mothers-in-law because they offer so many health benefits. Thanks to the meditative aspects of the hands-on craft, many people end up continuing their pottery journey back home as a creative outlet that provides relief for the hustle and bustle of day to day life. With so many different types of pottery classes to consider, you might not be sure it’s something your mother-in-law will love. But rest assured, people from all different walks of life can connect to pottery making in one way or another. 

Why not book a gift experience for her with a unique clay hand building class? When all she needs is clay and water to build beautiful ceramics, she can easily continue learning and developing her skills when she returns home. Learn to make gorgeous pottery pieces with leaf and flower imprints at this rewarding Perth workshop. You never know, you might just inspire your mother-in-law to start a new hobby or passion. 

Looking for a pottery course that is a little more fast-paced? Get your mother-in-law behind the wheel at this wheel throwing pottery class in Artarmon making her own fabulous clay creations. Guided by the husband and wife team from Print Paint Pot, this beginner-friendly class will give your mother-in-law a taster of this unique Sydney experience.

Unleash creativity with a paint and sip class

For the mother-in-law who loves fine wine and has an artistic flair, consider booking her into a paint and sip class. These art workshops are growing in popularity across Australia and offer the perfect balance of relaxation, creativity and social interaction. Picture this: your mother-in-law sits down to a blank canvas with a glass of her favourite vino in hand, guided by an experienced artist who leads the class through each step of creating their masterpiece.

In Melbourne, check out the paint and sip workshop where she can unleash her inner Picasso while enjoying quality local wines. As they paint, they’ll learn about colour theory, brush techniques and composition. Your mother-in-law will love having some fun while exploring her creative side - plus she'll get to take home her own painting at the end of the session! If you're in Sydney, try the glow in the dark paint and sip class which offers an even more fun atmosphere for beginners to explore their artistic side. This could be just what your mother-in-law needs to discover a new hobby or simply enjoy some well-deserved downtime after a busy week.

Whether she's an art novice or has been painting for years, these art classes provide an entertaining environment that encourages everyone to relax, unwind and tap into their creativity – all while sipping on some fine wine. It’s an unexpected yet thoughtful gift that she won't see coming but is sure to appreciate.

Our Mother’s Day gift ideas for your mother-in-law are unique, meaning you could totally surprise her by giving her much more than a physical present. Our classes are designed to kick-start a new hobby or passion and support your mental health and wellbeing. So while you may have considered giving her a big bunch of flowers, step it up a notch for Mother’s Day 2024 and show her how much you appreciate her.