DIY Mother’s Day Gift Idea Goes Viral on TikTok

With Mother's Day approaching this weekend, individuals across the UK are seeking the ideal gifts to honor this special day. Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, March 10 in the UK, celebrated at a later date in the US. For those still on the hunt for a present, one crafty TikToker, known as @artgogi, shared a delightful DIY gift idea that can be easily crafted at home.

The TikTok video, garnering millions of views, demonstrates a simple yet heartfelt gift made with card, scissors, glue, and string. The project begins with drawing a plant pot shape on brown card and cutting it out. Subsequently, teardrop shapes are drawn and cut from lilac, pink, and peach card to create tulip petals. Crafting these petals brings out an engaging 3D effect.

After creating the tulips and green card stalks, they are artfully assembled on the brown plant pot cutout. A personalized message can be added to the pot, with sentiments like ‘Dear mom, thank you for helping me grow,’ showcasing the sincere touch of the gift.

Utilizing a hole punch and string, a bow is formed on the plant pot, enhancing its charm. The TikToker in the video inscribed ‘Happy Mother’s Day’ and a heartfelt message on the pot, with the inside bearing further sentiments of appreciation. Viewers admired the craft, deeming it ‘beautiful’ and ‘pretty,’ expressing interest in replicating the idea for loved ones.

This simple yet thoughtful DIY gift concept has resonated with many on social media platforms, offering a budget-friendly and heartfelt approach to celebrating Mother’s Day with a personal touch.