As a mom who has shopped for a mom with my dad growing up and then on my own when I became an adult, I know that moms can be difficult to shop for! Of course if they give you a list, it's a little easier, but for the people out there who want to buy something meaningful and special that isn't right off a list, I thought I would share some of my favorite things as well as lots of ideas that I know other homeschool moms would love.
And chances are, if you are reading this, you are a homeschool mom looking for ideas for what to add to your own list because let's face it - having to figure out what you want for Christmas or your birthday is just another choice to have to make that you don't want to make! So, send this list to your husband and share a few things on here that you might enjoy!
Also - this ideas list is more of a jumping off point and not a list of links. I am including links but consider the homeschool mom you are buying for and how you can take one of the these ideas and find a gift perfect for her specifically. Here's a little secret: more than anything, moms love being thought of because they spend most of their days thinking about everyone else!
Note: This post includes many affiliate links. I appreciate you using this list solely as a guide, but if you do click on any links or buy something from this list, we are so grateful for the support as it helps out our little family business!
TO WEAR
Moms love receiving things they can put to use and so this category of things to wear will come in very handy - and sometimes cozy - for a homeschool mom in your life!
- If you live in a colder climate, consider a cozy homeschool crew neck sweater to warm up the homeschool mom in your life while also making her feel seen and validated!
- Homeschool mom t-shirts are perfect gifts for any time of the year - they are perfect to wear around the house, to bed, to co-op, or while taking her crew around the community!
- A beautiful apron is both functional and aesthetic! Homeschool moms can wear these while cooking, gardening, cleaning, or just to keep their clothes clean as they go about their day.
- Most homeschool moms would love a quality bag to use for all sorts of occasions - everyday use, going to homeschool conferences, to tote their homeschool supplies around town on a busy day, or on vacation!
- I personally am a huge Gilmore Girls fan, so any Gilmore Girls-related pajamas are right up my alley, but buying some pajamas or merchandise from a mom's favorite book, show, play, etc. always makes a wonderful gift!
- I absolutely love my homeschool mom tote bag and find myself using it all the time!
- Moms absolutely love wearing something to honor their kids, and this gorgeous birthstone ring is no exception!
- For a homeschool mom that enjoys hiking, consider giving her a lightweight, foldable hiking backpack for the odds and ends she finds herself needing when hiking with her crew.
- My mom recently gave me these adorable slippers and my feet have never been cozier!
TO READ
For any book-loving homeschool mom, this category is sure to spark some ideas! Of course, buying her books is always a great idea, but here are some other book-related items as well to consider!
- For a mom who enjoys building her personal library, a personalized book stamp makes a wonderful and thoughtful gift!
- If she doesn't have a journaling Bible, this large-print journaling Bible has a great amount of space in the margins and is super easy to read, especially in the wee hours of the morning!
- Whether she wants to use it as a journal, a reading log, or a commonplace journal to write down quotes as Charlotte Mason suggests, these beautiful journals are a great option!
- I find myself folding pages (I know - so naughty!) when I don't have a bookmark handy, so these leather bookmarks are a perfect option for any reading enthusiast!
- Moms often have a hard time fitting in devotionals or other readings that they really want to get to. This Morning/Evening devotional helps break down the readings into smaller chunks and by tying them to times of the day make them more manageable to fit in!
- For a Charlotte Mason homeschool mom, gifting her with a matching set of all of Charlotte Mason's volumes is a wonderful keepsake!
- If she likes to read early in the morning or before bed, consider giving her an easy-to-use book light!
TO PAMPER
Most moms in general, but especially homeschool moms, devote so much of their lives to their families and spend very little time thinking about or caring for themselves. Giving them a gift that pampers them in some way is a wonderful idea and something she likely would never buy for herself!
- If she is a hot drink-lover but finds her mug always cold, consider giving her a smart warming mug that keeps her drink hot and ready whenever she can get back to it!
- As someone who has horrible luck with any at-home manicures staying chip-free for more than a day, Dazzle Dry has been the only nail polish that stays beautiful for a full week!
- Adding a little pampering into her shower time with these shower steamers is just one little luxury that can bring a smile to her face!
- If she enjoys coffee, a real splurge and amazing gift would be a coffee maker that can do it all like this one - whether she wants just black drip coffee or something a little fancier!
- While thick, fleece robes are cozy, a luxurious robe like this one is both comfortable and a little fancier which can make her downtime feel a little more upscale and pampering!
- If she enjoys tea or has a tea time in her homeschool, giving her a set of self-organizing tea cups, saucers, and kettle can make a life-long keepsake and something the whole family can treasure for many years to come!
- Homeschool moms are often on their feet chasing toddlers, going for hikes, doing household chores, and spending time outside with their kids, so a foot massager to ease her aching feet at the end of the day would be a much-appreciated gift!
- Rest is super important but often hard as a mom, so this Hatch alarm clock can make going to sleep more peaceful and waking up less jarring!
- Adding music or podcasts to shower or bath time can make that time a little more pampering even if she has to rush to fit it in some days! I love jamming out to Wicked or Hamilton songs on this waterproof speaker I've had in my shower for years!
TO DO
Many homeschool moms enjoy hobbies in the nooks and crannies of their day or even alongside their kids! This category gives you a chance to think about what the homeschool mom in your life really enjoys or wants to try! If she has a hobby like knitting, sewing, bird-watching, cooking, painting, etc., consider giving her something she can use or do for her hobby. Many homeschool moms enjoy documenting their days as well, so any journaling, notebooking, or other related accessories always make a great gift!
- Many homeschool moms incorporate art into their homeschools, so giving her her own set of watercolor paints is a wonderful gift!
- Kids love washi tape, but so do many moms! This PET tape takes washi tape up a level and will be the perfect addition to any crafting or journaling she does.
- Most moms enjoy a good set of pens. This set of Micron pens of different sizes are a wonderful set for all planning, journaling, and art needs.
- Giving her a nice set of notebooks to use however she sees fit is always an appreciated gift that can be used in so many ways!
- If she enjoys cooking, finding a useful and beautiful cookbook like this one is a very thoughtful gift.
- If she wants to learn a new skill like cross-stitching, you can find her a beginner kit like this one and she will love you for it.
- Many homeschool moms become fascinated alongside their kids about the natural world around them. This birdfeeder with a camera allows her (and the kids too, of course) observe birds in their neighborhood up close!
- For a mom who enjoys art or who has kids who enjoy drawing, giving her a special coloring book for adults like this gorgeous one can help her destress while also building a skill and bonding with her family.
- If she enjoys knitting or crocheting, getting her a yarn organizer and carry bag can be a very thoughtful gift.
TO USE
Many moms enjoy practical gifts that will save them time, money, or make their lives a little bit easier! For this category, I've included things I myself use and love or have on my own wishlist!
- If she has been purchasing curricula online and printing herself without a binding machine, she may really appreciate receiving a binding machine to make all her resources neat and tidy.
- Beautiful sticky notes come in handy all day every day, and I don't know many moms who wouldn't appreciate a new set!
- These collapsible rolling carts are so handy! We use ours when we stock up on books at the library, to bring lots of towels and swim stuff to the pool or beach, while camping to cart stuff around, or when going to the farmer's market!
- So many homeschool moms rave about the Ecotank Printer and how much money and time it saves them, so this is on my list this year!
- I personally love popping in some wireless ear buds to listen to a podcast episode while cooking, cleaning, or doing other random chores around the house.
- We have used and loved this Instant Air Fryer for many years and literally use it every day!
- A portable photo printer is a very fun gift idea for any homeschool mom who enjoys journaling, adding photos to things like Yoto cards, notebooks, or any other items! I love mine!
- If she enjoys making sourdough boules, making delicious stews, or just cooking in general, consider getting her a beautiful and quality dutch oven that she can use for many years to come for a variety of foods.
TO BEAUTIFY
For homeschool moms who spend a lot of time at home, giving her a gift that beautifies her space or life in some way is a super thoughtful gift and one that will make her days a little brighter!
- Giving her a beautiful plant to brighten up her space and freshen the air a bit makes a wonderful gift!
- Many homeschool moms have a love of vintage textiles, so finding a vintage quilt she can use to cozy up with at home, as a picnic blanket, or to lay out to read with her kids is such a fun gift idea.
- While you may shy away from giving her art since that's a very personal thing, giving her a digital picture frame to load her favorite family photos on is a great way to beautify her space with the faces she loves!
- A nice table runner she can use year-round for everyday use or when entertaining may be something she would really love and appreciate.
- Trays can be extremely handy as well as beautiful to use throughout the home. I personally love to switch ours out from time to time and use them to corral all sorts of things. This oval wooden tray would match most homes' aesthetics and be a beautiful and functional piece she can use for decades.
- If she has a certain book quote or just a certain book series in general she loves, you could find an art print with a quote and give that to her to incorporate somewhere in her home.
- Adding some peaceful music outside is so calming and beautiful. We love our chimes all year round even in the harsh Minnesota winters!
- Getting her a nice-smelling themed candle can be a fun gift that adds some warmth and coziness to her days.
- Consider giving her a coffee table book about something she enjoys, like this book with photos and information about gorgeous remote locations or some other topic she's interested in.
OTHER IDEAS
While I've provided 50+ physical gift ideas, there are still so many other thoughtful gifts you can give - many of which are not physical items but experience gifts! Some of these ideas are also physical gifts but ones you want to really consider the receiver to know what to choose!
- A house cleaner
- An overnight hotel stay
- Magazine subscription
- Canvases of her favorite family photos
- Nice camera
- Massage gift card
- Museum membership
- Audio book subscription
- Homeschool conference tickets
- Books on her wishlist
- Babysitter once a month
- Car detailing
- Meal prep service
- Craft class tickets
- Thrift store gift card
- Theatre tickets
- Historical home tour
- Horseback riding
- Concert tickets
- Charcuterie board
- Mani/pedi gift card
- Book store gift card
- Subscription box
I hope this list was helpful whether you are the gift-giver or you are a homeschool mom who doesn't want anything at all but has people in her life asking for ideas! I hope this sparked some ideas!
More than anything, I hope you have a very merry Christmas season and can spend most of the time focused on the real important things this year - Jesus' birth and what the means for each of us, your family and friends, and giving in whatever ways we feel called to give!