2021 Apr 30
Back at it again with another list article, but this time for you to spoil your mother to your heart’s content! Yes, yes, we don’t need a specific day to show our mothers some extra love, but it’s nice to celebrate it nevertheless to thank them for their unconditional support, warmth and love. So what do you get this year for your beloved Amma, you ask? We’ve got you covered! Here is a foolproof list of 7 items you can buy and where you can buy them from, to put a smile on your mum’s face on a very special day.
Customised gift box
Looking to get a personalised gift for your Amma? Then, this is the perfect item for you! The stores listed here curate custom-made boxes with goodies to fit your budget.
Alohomora
Promising their customers a hassle-free experience, Alohomora customises aesthetically pleasing gift boxes for any occasion, and Mother’s Day is no exception. Check their specially curated gift boxes for Mother’s Day on their IG feed! Even if you’ve got a specific theme in mind, they’ve got you covered!
Instagram: @alohomora.lk
Robed
Known for their robes and popular for their customised gift boxes, Robed is a home-based business led by women with the intention to curate value-for-money gift boxes for various occasions. Check their IG highlights out for Mother’s Day gift box inspo!
Contact number: 0777 965 383
Instagram: @robedsl
The Mugshot.LK
Specialising in customised mugs, t-shirts, frames, notebooks and even candles, The Mugshot incorporates all these exciting goodies into customised gift boxes. So go ahead and get a lovely box personalised specifically for your mum!
Contact number: 0774 477 689
Instagram: @the_mugshotlk
Boxalaté
Curating aesthetic boxes for all occasions, Boxalaté would be happy to custom-make a box for your mum this Mother’s Day. Carefully put together to spread happiness and joy, their signature boxes would be ideal to put a smile on your mum’s face.
Contact number: 0775 806 688
Instagram: @boxalate.lk
Lush Line
Lush Line is an arts and crafts store dedicated to creating personalised mugs, notebooks, aqua bottles, frames and of course gifted boxes! They’ve also launched their special Mother’s Day gift boxes so do check their IG feed to get your hands on colourful assortments for your mum!
Contact number: 0776 300 762
Instagram: @lush_linesl
Scented candle gift set/customised scented candles
Surprise your mum with a scented candle gift set customised with her go-to fragrances, or get a few personalised scented candles made to order with your mum’s favourite scents in mind.
Candle Àmore
You can now curate a gift set with Candle Àmore for any occasion with your own choice of products ranging from candle tins to even ceramic candles! They have also introduced Mother’s Day Jar Candles – available in 3 different collections: Love You Mama, Mama Relax, and You’re the Best.
Contact number: 0776 737 123
Instagram: @candleamore.lk
Candle House Ceylon
Widely renowned for their hand-poured candles, Candle House Ceylon has some unique fragrances up for grabs! Personally, I cannot get enough of their lavender candles so I was super excited to find out their newly launched Mother’s Day fragrances: Linen Lavender; Chamomile, Honey, and Vanilla; and Red Current and Cedar. They come with the cutest catchphrases!
Contact number: 0775 732 38
Instagram: @candlehouseceylon
Stardrop Candles
Another option for some absolutely beautiful and colourful candles, Stardrop Candles customises hand-poured artisan candles with pretty labels! Check their self-care boxes out, if you want to get the prettiest heart-shaped wax melts along with the candles. They also have a fantastic Mother’s day collection.
Contact number: 0771 315 253
Instagram: @stardropcandles
CandleCo.Sl
Offering a simple 4-step process, CandleCo is new to the customised, hand-poured, candle-making scene. First, select a jar and size, then pick your fragrance, send them a DM with the details and then make a deposit to confirm your order, which will be prepared and delivered within 4-5 days.
Contact number: 0774 765 991
Instagram: @candleco.sl
Birthstone/customised necklace
If you are willing and able to splurge a little this Mother’s Day, then this is the option for you! A birthstone necklace or even a customised necklace would be ideal to spoil your mum.
Stoned Jewelry
Ever ready to guide you if you don’t know what your mum’s birthstone is, Stoned is a great online store to get your natural gemstone fix. They even customise engraved pendants, letter pendants, and necklaces with personalised wordings in 22K gold-dipped sterling silver jewellery.
Instagram: @stonedjewelry_
Silver Bling
Ideal for birthstone necklaces and personalised name necklaces, Silver Bling, although the name suggests otherwise, does not only specialise in silver jewellery. Gold, silver and platinum are all available for their handcrafted jewellery.
Instagram: @silver_bling.lk
Ceylon Silver
On the other hand, focusing on handcrafted silver jewellery is Ceylon Silver. They should definitely be on your radar if you are looking to get a personalised gemstone pendant done for your mum. Check their feed out for inspiration!Instagram: @ceylon.silver
Customised plants
Is your mum a plant mum like mine? Does she keep getting plants although you already have enough in the house? Here are a few places to get a cute customised plant for your mum to nurture.
Pretty Plant Pots
Incredibly pleasing to the eye and sure to add some vibrant greenery to any space, Pretty Plant Pots customises pots for all occasions. From succulents to aloe vera to snake plants, they’ve got it all, so do not hesitate to DM them and place your order soon!
Instagram: @prettyplantpotslk
Buds ‘N’ Plants
Speaking from personal experience after having ordered three beautiful customised potted plants, Buds ‘N’ Plants does not disappoint, no matter what your custom order may be. Also, they have the cutest herb plants, if that would be something your Amma would love!
Instagram: @budsnplants
BUD Lifestyles & Co.
The OG store in the business in Colombo, BUD Lifestyles & Co. personalises plants for every occasion! Pick your colour, design or artwork, and size, and they will customise it exactly how you want it.
Instagram: @budlifestyles.co
So that’s the list guys. Do keep in mind that this list works for any motherly figure in your life, so this Mother’s Day, take a little extra effort and show just how grateful you are for the unnoticed labour that goes into motherhood. Happy Mother’s Day to all the motherly figures out there!
