Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom's birthday, why not give her a gift that celebrates her love for thrifting and upcycling clothing? Here are some meaningful and personal gift ideas that she will surely appreciate:

1. Thrift Store Gift Card: This is a perfect gift for your mom as it allows her to indulge in her passion for thrifting and explore new thrift stores or vintage boutiques. With a gift card, she can sift through racks of unique clothing pieces, accessories, and other items that catch her eye.

2. Upcycling Workshop or Class: Consider gifting your mom a workshop or class where she can learn new upcycling techniques. This could be anything from sewing and alterations to DIY projects, such as turning old t-shirts into tote bags or transforming jeans into stylish shorts. Look for local craft studios or community centers offering such workshops and choose one that aligns with her interests.

3. Vintage Sewing Patterns: If your mom enjoys sewing or altering clothing, vintage sewing patterns can be a charming and thoughtful gift. These patterns allow her to create unique and retro-inspired garments. Look for patterns from eras she loves, like the 1950s or 1970s, or even patterns specific to her favorite designers.

4. DIY Upcycling Kit: Put together a DIY upcycling kit for your mom filled with essential tools and materials. Include items like fabric scissors, a sewing kit, buttons, patches, and various types of recycled or repurposed fabrics. You can also personalize the kit by adding a handwritten note with ideas or inspiration for upcycling projects.

5. Personalized Clothing Item: Find a vintage or thrifted clothing item that you think your mom would love and personalize it just for her. Whether it's embroidering her initials, adding patches or buttons, or even tie-dyeing it to create a unique design, this gift shows both thoughtfulness and creativity.

6. Subscription to a Monthly Vintage Clothing Box: Consider surprising your mom with a subscription to a monthly vintage clothing box. Several companies curate and deliver quality thrifted or vintage clothing and accessories straight to your doorstep. By subscribing, your mom can receive a monthly surprise package filled with trendy or retro-inspired pieces that fit her personal style.

7. Customized Thrift Store Map: Create a personalized map of all the thrift stores and vintage shops in your area or in a city your mom loves. Highlight her favorites or mark those she hasn't visited yet. This gift not only helps her discover new places to explore but also showcases your understanding of her interests.

Remember, the most important aspect of gift-giving is showing that you know and appreciate your mom's passions and interests. By choosing a gift that celebrates her love for thrifting and upcycling clothing, you're not only giving her something she will enjoy but also acknowledging her unique style and creativity.

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”