I’ve been spending so much time seeking out the best personalized gifts for grandmothers this Mother’s Day, to make it clear just how much we love them. Lord knows I couldn’t do this parenting thing without my kids’ Mimi, Grama, and Nana in their lives. They deserve the best gifts ever this Mother’s Day — and fortunately, the best gifts don’t always mean the most expensive.
Whether you’re on a budget or have plenty of money to spend, you’ll find some creative, unexpected Mother’s Day gift ideas here that I know the Grandmas, Omas, Nanas, and Abuelas in your life will cherish. Bonus: Lots of them have speedy shipping, but you’ve got to hurry! Otherwise an IOU will have to do (but may be worth it).
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Custom Photo Key Ring
(Create Gift Love, $37 on sale)
We’ve covered a lot of personalized photo gifts through the years, and this one is for the grandma on the go. It may also be one of the most popular gift ideas we’ve ever shared — our readers have literally purchased hundreds if not thousands.
Nana Ring Dish
(Momology Pottery, $50+ with frequent holiday discounts)
You can also find Oma, Grammy, Grandma, and more at this shop. It’s such a thoughtful handmade gift supporting a talented maker — worth every penny for a keepsake like this.
Custom Photo Mug
($7.99 on sale / 50% off for a limited time, Personalization Mall)
If she starts her day with coffee or tea, now she can do it while thinking of her favorite people. Affordable and ships in 1-2 days!
Personalized TLC Gift Set (With Chocolate!)
($35, Sharing Sunshine Gifts)
A sweet book, a custom beaded bracelet, gourmet chocolate shells, and inspiring cards — plus fast shipping from Florida
If you want the Because of You, Mom book on its own, it’s available on Amazon.
Personalized Cutting Board Featuring a Family Recipe
(3D Carving, $41.50 on sale)
For a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift for Grandma, love the idea of engraving her own favorite recipe — or even an heirloom recipe that’s been passed down and has special meaning in your family.
Personalized cuff with the kids’ handwriting
($34.75 on sale, Allie Jewelry US)
Guaranteed to melt her heart.
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My Life Story So Far Journal
($35, Uncommon Goods)
While she’s the one doing the personalizing here, she’ll be creating a family heirloom more precious than anything.
Handcrafted Leather Bag with a Custom Message Inside
(Fontem, $240+)
Surprise her with the sweetest note…that you can both keep secret. They can even use your own handwriting.
A Keepsake Photo Album of the Family
($59, Artifact Uprising plus frequent discounts on site)
When it comes to personalized gifts for grandmothers, photo gifts will always be among our favorites. This one is just lovely.
Custom painting of Grandma’s house
(Blessed Willow Studio, $35.40 on sale for a limited time)
This is such a sweet idea for a personalized gift for Grandma for Mother’s Day, especially if it’s your kids’ favorite place to visit.
For more options and styles, see our guide to modern custom family portrait art from 12 exceptional artists on Etsy
Personalized crochet hooks
(Wood Paper Scissors UK, $9.08)
Perfect opportunity for her to teach her grandkids how to crochet — or maybe they’ll teach her!
Custom Puzzle From a Family Photo
($29 and up, Printique; 20% off sitewide for a limited time)
One of the best photo printing services now offers personalized gifts, perfect for a grandma who doesn’t mind a little effort to see the family she loves! Available in sizes up to 1,014-piece puzzles.
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Engraved necklace with children’s names
(Centime Gift, $47.20 with limited time discount)
This is a sentimental but still chic gift for any grandma (as long as she has 15 or fewer grandkids) and the price is terrific.
Engraved personalized family tree art
(Foxbairn, $50+)
I love this personalized gift for any Grandma who knows that family roots matter.
Related: Tons of fantastic last-minute Mother’s Day gift ideas that don’t feel last-minute at all
Graphic Longchamp Tote with initials
(My Pliage Signature, $380+)
If you’ve got a stylish grandmother in your life — and a fat gift budget for Mother’s Day– this is pretty fantastic. And the styles have gotten a lot more modern. Wow.
