20 great Mother's Day gift ideas
Most of us are thinking about gifts for Mom this Mother's Day, but we don't even know if we'll be able to see her. That doesn't mean we can't drop a package at her door or mail her one though. This year, more than ever, it's important that you remember her on her special day. Here are a few of our favorite ideas.
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314 Local Love box

If Mom loves St. Louis, this is the perfect gift to support her and the Gateway Resilience Fund. In the box you'll find a Joya Theresa necklace, a #314together hat from Shop2Lu, a #314together sticker by Emily Shahl, an STL koozie from Series Six, a retro keychain from STL-Style, Sugarfina Champagne Bears from Lusso. All proceeds from the sales of this box go to the Gateway Resilience Fund. $68.95 at collectionsbyjoya.com
Suffrage puzzle

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment, which gave women the right to vote. Help her celebrate with this 500-piece Votes for Women Puzzle created by Monica Garwood. $20 at uncommongoods.com
Glow candles

St. Louisan Natalie Van Hee makes these classy candles perfect for any mom or wife. $30 each (many more varieties available) at GlowCandleCo.com.
STL Heart Skyline Tote

This cute, all-purpose denim woven cotton tote bag will show her love for St. Louis. $24 at shopstltoday.com
Tommy John joggers

If mom is like most of us, she's spending a lot more time in comfy pants. These Tommy John joggers are super soft and comfortable, but they also look good enough for waving to your neighbors while you get the mail. $58.50 at shop.nordstrom.com.
The Duchess necklace

Multi-strand white organic shaped freshwater pearls, rock quartz, clear crystals and a silver toggle clasp combine to make this an unforgettable piece from St. Louis designer Lynnae Tanner Ruff of Lady Grey Beads. $269 at LadyGreyBeads.com
"More Special Requests" cookbook

Featuring more than 100 recipes from great St. Louis area restaurants, “More Special Requests” delivers delicious recipes generated from the pages of the Post-Dispatch straight to your kitchen. Each recipe is accompanied by a full-color photograph, and the book is spiral-bound for easy display while cooking. $24.95 at shopstltoday.com
Hey Dewy

Portable humidifier • Hey Dewy, the portable humidifier, can be used anywhere in your home to keep the air full of moisture while trying to prevent the spread of viruses and flu. $39 at heydewy.com
"Family" picture frame

Frame a 4-inch-by-4-inch photo of the family in this classic picture frame from Webster Groves company Blue Dahlia Designs. $22.50 at bluedahliadesigns.net
Personalized necklace

Create a family tree by selecting leaves with initials, birthstones and what chain you'll wear them on. Starting at $33.30 at etsy.com/shop/delezhen
Herb garden

Flower delivery companies offer more than just beautiful bouquets. This lovely display offers thyme, parsley and oregano for Mom to enjoy now. $39.99 at 1800flowers.com, which offers no-contact delivery.
Tribute video

Score some serious brownie points this Mother's Day with a Tribute video with messages from the whole family. Tribute allows users to easily record video messages, add photos, request submissions from friends and family and transform these multiple submissions into one beautiful, heartfelt video montage for your mom. $25-$175 at tribute.co
Bath petal flower soap

Each blossom of this artfully crafted flower can be broken off and used to wash your hands. This one is Midnight Romance, but many other styles, colors and fragrances are available. $45 at amariesbathflowershop.com
Camo scarf

Stylish moms will love this green camo scarf and blush Ciao Milano jacket combo from Leopard Boutique in Maplewood. $18.50 scarf, $142 jacket at shop.leopardboutique.com
Prayer box necklace

You (or mom) can place her prayer or special intention on a piece of paper inside these prayer box charms made by University City designer Abby Keough. $48 each at AbbyKeoguh.com
Sparkling rosé

Touch up mom's wine collection with a little class. This pretty pink sparkling rosé is from Santa Margherita, the Italian winery known for its pinot grigio (come to think of it, get that for Mom, too). $29.99 at Wine.com
Headbands for working out

These soft, wicking headbands are perfect for working out or just keeping the sweat off your face any time. This 12-pack from Fibo Steel will ensure Mom has one for every outfit. $20.90 at amazon.com
Deluxe coffee maker

No Starbucks? No problem. The Nespresso Creatista Plus Espresso Machine by Breville makes single-serve espressos, lattes, cappuccinos and more. $599.95 at williams-sonoma.com
Candlemaking kit

Moms love gifts made by hand for them. Try this candle kit, which takes all the guesswork out of candlemaking. And you fill your own jar, so you can make it even more personal. $22; a variety of scents is available at siblings.co
World Chess mug

Celebrate Ladies Knight with this mug from the World Chess Hall of Fame in the Central West End. This digitally printed, dishwasher safe, 12-ounce mug showcases an art piece by Debbie Han titled "Battle of Conception" from the exhibit "Ladies' Knight: A Female Perspective on Chess." $12 at QBoutiquestl.com