Coupons-of-love gift bag

Insert handmade coupons, redeemable for special time with Mom, into a pretty card and present them with a bag or basket of related items.

• Take-a-Hike Coupon: Create a coupon for a nature walk, and include a gift bag of sports drinks, protein bars, trail mix, sunglasses, and a disposable camera.

• Dinner-on-Me Coupon: Write that you’ll make dinner, and attach the coupon and card to a basket of fruit or special dessert to follow the meal. You might also promise dinner at a later date of her choice, and present the coupon with a bag of easy, delicious foods she might enjoy in the meantime, like gourmet soups, cheese and crackers, or a combination of high-end pasta and sauce.

Together-time gift bag

Want some quality time? How about a meal and a movie?

• Purchase a lovely card and write a special note inside that expresses your love and appreciation. Let her know that you’re making her lunch or dinner and cleaning up afterwards.
• Buy a gift bag and add a DVD: a drama, a classic—whatever Mom loves.
• Toss in some movie treats like nuts, dark chocolate, and a tasty, healthy beverage.
• Lastly, present your gift bag with a bouquet of fresh flowers that can be placed on the table for your meal.

For some inspiration to make your Mother's Day meal memorable, visit the Main Dish Index.