18 April 2023
Where would we be without the Mums, Aunties, Sisters, Grandmothers and strong women in our lives? Mothers everywhere are a force for good, they do everything with purpose and spread goodness and love with every hug, phone call or sandwich made. So we have put together our top ten gifts with purpose to help you celebrate your Mum.
One of Twelve Silk Scarves
Give Mum a luxurious wearable piece of art this Mother’s Day. The silk scarves from One of Twelve feature artworks by Aboriginal artists from across Australia. The premium collection of wearable art pieces feature vivid colours, striking designs all on lusciously soft silk. All the scarves come in a beautiful gift box and include an artist’s card, detailing the artist’s work and practice. Every elegant scarf purchased provides the artist with royalties from the sale and represents direct collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art centres, whose important, empowering work is essential to their communities.
Miracle Balm Gift Bag
Add a little beauty to your Mums life with the Miracle Balm Gift Bag! The Miracle Gift Bag is a holistic skincare gift sets that seems simply heaven sent. The three-piece set comes in a reusable bag containing: Miracle Balm, a nourishing balm that can be gently massaged into skin on the body, Merrika Soap, combining locally-sourced ochre, Australian Kaolin Clay and Merrika (Broad Leaved Wattle) extract to produce a gentle cleanser; and a Lip Balm tube, made from beeswax and Merrika extract and infused with organic essential oils.
Throw Rugs by Better World Arts
Make Mum’s home warm and welcoming this winter with a beautiful throw rug. All the throws are 100% cotton and generously sized at 150cm x 125cm and feature original prints by Aboriginal artists from across Australia. Trace the Dreamtime Story of the Rainbow Serpent or the epic journey of the Seven Sisters across a cozy throw. Enjoy the distinctive Jilamara designs from the Tiwi Islands or discover the ancient Migration Patterns that stretch out across Australia , working in harmony with the seasons and the natural environment.
Mabu Mabu: An Australian Kitchen Cookbook
Nornie Bero is the charismatic and talented Torres Strait Islander founder of widely celebrated Melbourne restaurant and food brand Mabu Mabu. The vibrant Mabu Mabu recipe book is bursting with colour, reflecting Nornie’s approach to cooking: simple, accessible, delicious and colourful! Unlock the secrets of Australian herbs, spices, vegetables and fruits and learn to champion native flavours in every meal. Use the Mabu Mabu cookbook to start preparing an incredible main to delight your guests, from spicy desert lime and watermelon salad to fresh and zesty lemon aspen mussels.
Jewellery Making Kit – Colours of Country by Ange Jeffery
Give mum a truly unique Mother’s Day present with a Colours of Country Jewellery Kit by Ange Jeffery. The kit is complete with everything Mum needs to create her own jewellery. Elegant emu feathers and small shells contrast with native Australian seeds and nuts for visual and textural creative options. The kits are available in four colour varieties inspired by the distinct landscapes of ocean, river, desert and forest. Sterling silver ear hooks and jump rings are included along with making instructions. Ange Jeffery is a Wiradjuri artist who grew up on Country in central west NSW, with Wambuul (Macquarie River) having a lasting influence and inspiration in her art practice.
Laura Linen Tee by Amber Days
This gorgeous oversized linen tee from Aboriginal owned brand Amber Days features original Aboriginal art prints by Arkie the Label. The tee is available in two designs Wiririrri Pink and Kuu Dreaming Blue both printed on 100% GOTS Organic Linen. Wiririrri Pink and Kuu Dreaming Blue also feature on Amber Days baby and kids range making for the perfect mother/daughter or mother/son fashion moment! Amber Days is a Melbourne-based ethical fashion label that is inspired by the Australian bush, desert and sea. Owned by Corina, a Yorta Yorta mother, nature protector, artist, designer and campaigner, the business was born out of a desire to follow her dreams and have financial freedom for herself and her daughter.
Feather Earrings by Allegria Designs
Good things come in small packages! Give the gift of jewellery and connection this Mother’s Day with the Feather Earrings range from Allegria Designs. The dangly range features Pitatjantatjara and Western Arrernte artist Kathleen Buzzacott’s art work. Her art is inspired by memories and family connections that have become an important part of her life, sense of belonging and identity. Allegria Designs directly collaborates with Kathleen and contributes royalties back to her.
Premium Soy Candles by Little Black Duck
Did you know that smell is closely linked with memory, more so than any of our other senses? Give Mum a luscious scent to remember with Little Black Duck’s premium range of soy wax candles. Enjoy a connection of Country, language and bush scents with Little Back Ducks newest range of candles The Wiradjuri Language Candle Collection. The collection pairs some beautiful scents with a range of Wiradjuri words and the collection features elegant labels that finish them off perfectly! Why not try a relaxing blend of lavender, eucalyptus and musk in the Yuray/Sleep candle or have fun with Gindaymanha/Fun candle featuring a delectable blend of honeydew, passionfruit, raspberry and vanilla. And who could go past Ngama/Mother candle full of sweet pea and jasmine making a delightful and comforting fragrance.
Yuku-na Glow Makeup Palettes
Yuku-na Glow makes makeup inspired by Indigenous culture and the Australian landscape and are made to make Mum feel good. The palettes are designed to embrace every woman’s beauty and shine bright, Yuku-na means ‘in the sun’ in Barkindji/Paakantyi language. The company was founded by Barkindji woman Kimberly Mann, the company was created to help fill gaps within the beauty industry and ensure there is First Nations representation. The ‘Dreamtime’ palette is inspired by the Emu in the Sky story, the perfect smoky eye palette. Inspired by the vibrant red pindan earth bleeding into the clear blue and turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean ‘Broome’ is the perfect party palette. The perfect neutral pallet Desert Country reflects the warm and rich desert tones of central Australia.
Still need a little more inspiration? Browse our Mother’s Day Collection for a huge selection of gifts with purpose for Mum!
