Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who loves baking artisan bread, there are a few gift ideas that would inspire and enhance her bread-making experience. Here are some meaningful and personal gift ideas for her:

1. Bread Baking Kit: Consider putting together a bread baking kit that includes high-quality ingredients such as specialty flours, yeast, and sourdough starter. You can also add other essentials like a bread lame (a scoring tool), a dough scraper, and bread proofing baskets. This kit would make her feel truly indulged and ready to create her best loaves yet.

2. Artisan Bread Cookbook: Gift her a cookbook specifically dedicated to artisan bread recipes, featuring different techniques, flavors, and styles of bread. Some popular options include "Flour Water Salt Yeast" by Ken Forkish, "Tartine Bread" by Chad Robertson, or "The Bread Baker's Apprentice" by Peter Reinhart. This will provide her with a wealth of inspiration and new bread recipes to try.

3. Bread-Making Class: Treat your mom to a bread-making class or workshop, either online or in-person. This hands-on experience will allow her to learn new techniques, get personalized guidance, and connect with other passionate bakers. Check out local cooking schools, community centers, or online platforms that offer bread-making classes to find the perfect one for her.

4. Bread Scoring Stencils: Gift her a set of bread scoring stencils or designs to create decorative patterns on her loaves. These stencils can help her elevate the presentation of her bread and add a unique touch to her creations.

5. Bread Lovers Subscription Box: Surprise your mom with a subscription to a bread lovers' curated box service. These boxes often include a selection of artisanal breads, bread-related tools, spices, and other baking accessories that will let her discover new flavors and techniques.

6. Bread Baking Course or Retreat: Consider gifting her a bread baking course or retreat that will immerse her in a dedicated learning environment. Whether it's a weekend getaway or a longer trip, these specialized courses offer an intensive experience with expert bakers and the opportunity to dive deep into bread-making. Look for options that align with her baking interests and offer hands-on practice.

7. Baking Stone or Dutch Oven: A bread baking essential, a quality baking stone or Dutch oven can help your mom achieve the perfect crust and texture. Look for a baking stone made from natural materials like clay or a cast-iron Dutch oven, which helps create excellent heat retention and even baking.

Remember, the most meaningful gift is one that shows you understand and appreciate her passion for baking artisan bread. By choosing a gift that aligns with her interests and hobbies, you'll surely make her feel loved and supported in her bread-making endeavors.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”