12 One-of-a-Kind Gifts for Mum That Support Local Makers

Looking for gift experiences for Mum that are guaranteed to make her smile? Show your mum the love with a unique gift that also supports local makers! Forget store-bought presents and say "hello" to personalised, thoughtful gifts that make everyone feel good. Whether it’s Mother’s Day or her birthday, discover thousands of curated gift experiences in Australia and treat your mum to something special. By doing so, you'll be supporting local makers and paying it forward! We donate $1 from every purchase to Dementia Australia, which means every time you book a class, it goes to a worthy cause.

From silversmithing to skincare, our beginner-friendly classes are a wonderful way to spoil your mum this Mother's Day. Available across the country, our classes are led by skilled artisans who specialise in a variety of crafts, using natural or sustainable materials to bring new visions to life. The best thing about experience presents is they don't contribute to landfill, they prioritise connection and memories over things and they encourage people to do something a little different. Your gift-giving game is about to get a whole lot better!

Ready to uncover unique presents for Mum? While Australia has a lot to offer, we’ve wrapped up 11 of the best gift experiences for Mum. Great for Mums, great for makers and great for the planet—discover our top picks today!

1. Say "cheers" at a cocktail making class

Whether she’d prefer an old-fashioned or a margarita your mum is bound to love our cocktail making classes. Under the guidance of a trained mixologist, she’ll get the chance to make, shake and taste a selection of delicious drinks. It’s the ideal way to enjoy a night out with a twist! Gift your mum a cocktail class for two and join her as you bond over mastering the perfect cocktail.

Whatever the occasion, we think there’s no better way to celebrate than with DIY cocktails. Not only will your mum get to enjoy her dream drink, but she’ll also get to connect with you or new like-minded locals and embrace the fun of our friendly studios.

2. Create wearable art at an Australian silversmithing class

The art of silversmithing might be thousands of years old, but at one of our beginner-friendly classes, your mum can make this ancient craft her own. From stacking rings to silver pendants, this Australian gift for Mum provides a world-class introduction to silversmithing—whether you’re looking for fun things to do in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or beyond.

Silversmithing is also a great activity for Mum to get into making her own handmade jewellery, where she will learn how to saw, hammer and polish metal into a beautiful bracelet or ring. At the end, she can even wear them straight out of the studio. It’s that easy to do in a day! The best part? She gets the gift of jewellery but more than that she gets to keep all the memories from her experience gift from her darling child.

3. Pencil in some quality time at a drawing class

From life drawing to urban sketching, our drawing classes cover a range of different styles. Whichever workshop you choose for your mum, there are no rules you need to follow! Our expert instructors will always encourage their students to find a style that speaks to them. That means your mum will have the space, time, and tools she needs to explore her creativity, wherever she decides to take it. Whether she's a beginner or art is her passion, an art class is the ultimate experience gift for Mums who like to get creative.

Discover more simple self-care ideas to support your mum's wellbeing here.

4. Paint and sip at our online and in-person classes

It doesn’t matter whether your mum is a keen artist or hasn’t picked up a paintbrush since high school, our art classes for adults are suitable for all experience levels. Choose a favourite photo to recreate or let your imagination go wild as you sip your drink and splash your paint!

Prefer to paint and sip at home? If you’re looking for personalised gifts for Mum Australia-wide, why not treat her to an online paint and sip class? It’s the perfect way to round off a special evening together, whatever occasion you’re celebrating.

5. Make something she'll adore at a macrame class

People have been practising macrame for thousands of years, and today, it’s become one of the most popular crafts. Whether you’re looking for ‘birthday gifts for Mum from daughter’, Mother's Day gift ideas for Mum, or simply a way to unwind together, our Australian gift experiences for Mum are the perfect place to learn more about this relaxing art and create something beautiful for your home.

From plant-pot holders to hanging decorations, our macrame classes provide all the tools, tips and techniques your mum will need to get started. That means she’s free to focus on the task at hand, enjoying the meditative process of plaiting, knotting and tying yarn.

6. Discover a creative new hobby at our punch needle or tufting classes

Often described as ‘painting with yarn’, punch needle or tufting are satisfying fibre arts that have taken the craft world by storm. Available throughout Australia—and with absolutely no experience required—our fun classes will take your mum from a beginner to a punch needle or tufting pro. It’s one of the best gifts for Mum in Australia, especially if you’re looking for a stress-free experience that could spark a lifelong passion.

7. Make your own candles at a candle making workshop

When you want to unwind, there’s almost nothing better than a relaxing scented candle—apart from learning how to make your own candles, of course! Our DIY candle workshops use natural ingredients to create eco-friendly candles. Using a variety of essential oils like French lavender, rose petal and chamomile, these classes combine the power of aromatherapy with the benefits of hands-on craft. Not only will your mum have a beautiful candle to take home, but she’ll also have the chance to learn something new and melt her worries away. So if a candle is your go-to gift for Mum, or anyone for that matter, why not try levelling up your gift by making it an experience gift?

8. Nourish her skin with a natural skincare class

From anti-ageing lotion to indulgent body washes, natural skincare is the perfect way to pamper your mum. At one of our beginner-friendly skincare classes, she’ll learn how to make her own products from some of Australia’s leading local makers. So, whether you’re looking for fun things to do in Melbourne or birthday activities in Brisbane, this is an ideal gift for Mums in Australia.

9. Find her flow at a mosaic class

Mosaics are a wonderful way to express your creativity, so why not treat the leading lady in your life to a beginner-friendly mosaic course? Although our skilled mosaic makers will be on hand to guide the class, this gift experience for Mum offers complete freedom to play with the colours, shapes and textures of her tiles. Whatever she chooses to make, the result will be a beautiful handmade item that reflects her own personal flair.

10. Let her creativity blossom with a floristry course

Just like flowers, our creativity needs time and space to grow. At one of our floristry classes, your mum will have the opportunity to explore the art of floral design. We’ve partnered with local makers who are skilled in every aspect of floristry, from DIY flower crowns to everlasting bouquets. Whichever class you pick, your mum will receive everything she needs to create exquisite floral arrangements to display with pride in her home. It's giving your mum flowers in a whole new way! From fresh flowers to dried and preserved flowers to succulents, your experience gift for Mum can be catered to her own personal style. Why not join her, add a glass of bubbly and enjoy a fun day out with your mum? That may be the best present of all.

11. Bridge the distance with a virtual experience gift for Mum

When you're separated from your mum by distance but still want a gift for her that lets you feel closer, why not try a virtual experience gift for Mum? Our online craft classes let you enjoy an experience together from the comfort of your own homes. So bridge the distance by saying hi virtually and creating something unique together. Plus you'll always be reminded of the time you virtually spent together when you look at your finished product and your mum can do the same!

12. Give the gift of choice

Not sure which workshop is perfect for your mum? Treat her to a ClassBento gift card and she can choose an artisan experience to enjoy whenever and wherever! Think wine tastings, pottery classes, soap making, perfumery and plenty more. Whether you want to say "Happy Mother's Day" or you're looking for birthday gift ideas for her, she'll love embarking on her own creative adventure! Why not tag along and make the day extra special?

If you're searching for 2025 Mother's Day gifts for Mum in Australia, our beginner-friendly classes won’t just support her wellbeing, they'll also support our skilled local makers! It's a win-win for everyone.