Homemade Mother's Day Gifts

Spell out the word "mom" or "love" on a bracelet made from Scrabble tiles.

Tip: Look for cheap Scrabble sets at thrift stores, yard sales and flea markets.

Snap photos of the kids (or grandkids), and decoupage them to Scrabble tiles to create a one-of-a-kind photo bracelet for Mom.

Create a colorful wreath for Mom by tying bits of fabric around a reshaped metal hanger. This one's easy enough for the kids to do!

Pick out a cool t-shirt (from your closet or a second-hand shop). Then, transform it into a tote bag for Mom. All it takes is a bit of cutting and stitching.

Have a yoga-loving mom? Surprise her with a new yoga bag made from a pair of old jeans.

Up-cycle a seldom-worn wool sweater into a colorful felt tote for Mom.

Tip: If you don't have any sweaters that you're willing to part with, pick one up at a thrift store.

Jazz up Mom's fridge, with a new set of magnets made from buttons. Earn extra points, if they're vintage.

If you can melt wax, you can make Mom a candle. Grab an old jar, and give it a try.

Forget about dropping a ton on a fancy candle. You can make mom a bundt cake candle for just the cost of the wax.

Transform a collection of buttons into a bouquet of never-wilt flowers that Mom is sure to love.