Mother's Day is fast approaching and if you haven't organised a gift yet don't worry, we've got you covered with our edit of our best eco friendly gifts to celebrate mothers and mother figures.

This year Mother's Day falls on Sunday 14th March and it's going to look quite a bit different this year with lockdown continuing. It's been a tough year and we're all going to be apart for a few more months, so send her a gift that will lift her spirits.

We've gifts for all budgets, lots of handmade Irish gifts and plenty of sustainable and natural alternatives so we can look after Mother Nature too.

You can add a free personal note to any order, and for Mother's Day gifts we'll deliver your order the week of Mother's Day with a reminder on the box - 'Not to be opened before March 14th!'

 

Our Mother's Day Edit

  

Handmade Vegan Soap Bars

from €3.50

The Hoyne family have been hand making soaps in Killaloe, Co. Clare since 1996. Their philosophy is to use the finest food grade oils, natural plant-based colour and 100% pure essential oils. All their soaps are free from palm oil and palm oil derivatives and are vegan friendly and cruelty free. They have a truly zero waste ethos and their soaps are made using filtered Irish rainwater with minimal packaging that’s always 100% plastic free. Oh, and they smell amaaaazing! Our most popular soap is Classic Irish Lavender and the Rosewater soap is particularly suitable for mature skin. Individual soaps are from €3.50 each with a gift box of three bestsellers for just €12 Link

 

 

Turtle Bag String Bag

€6.50/€7

These traditional string shoppers are available in a huge range of colours, made from organic cotton and are ethically produced under the Fair Trade banner. These super string bags will hold up to 40kg (that’s 40 bags of sugar!) and are a much greener alternative to plastic bags. Link

 

 

A Luxury Wildflower Organic Candle

€15.95

Who doesn’t love a candle? They smell fantastic and are a simple way to bring instant relation to your home or bathtub. But unless you want Mam to inhale chemicals this year, ensure the candle you buy is 100% naturally scented, made from plant-based wax and is as kind to the planet as it is to our health. Our FieldDay Jam Jar candles are handmade from 100% pure vegetable wax -never paraffin and are always vegan-friendly and cruelty free. Inspired by making wildflower perfume in jam-jars as kids, take a trip down memory lane with our favourite Irish wildflowers and plants captured and poured in a quilted glass jar. Best of all when your candle has finished you have a jar for a bunch of pretty wildflowers. Link

 

 

A Reusable Metal Safety Razor in Rose Gold

from €25

These metal razors are built to last from premium stainless steel with a long sturdy handle. The riffled handle is made of high-quality metal. The riffles always provide a tight grip, which makes the razor ideal for shaving both face and body. Switching to this 100% recyclable and reusable metal razor will drastically reduce plastic waste as well as upping the style stakes in your bathroom. Link.

 

 

 

A Super Hydrating Hand Cream

€34

Oxmantown Lemongrass Hand & Body Lotion is a fresh, hydrating blend of aromatic botanicals carefully selected to deliver nourishment whilst helping to repair & restore moisture to the skin. It’s suitable for all skin types, particularly those in need of deep hydration and comes in a generous 300ml recyclable glass bottle.  All Oxmantown skincare products are handmade in small batches by Amy Cahill in her Stoneybatter studio. Amy only uses high quality natural and sustainably sourced ingredients, with no testing on animals. Link.

 

 

Hawthorn Handmade Skincare Discovery Kit

€37

Looking for a natural approach to skincare? This discovery kit helps you find the routine that works for you, and allows you to try four of the popular skincare essentials - Cleansing Oil, Facial Mist, Face Balm and Facial Oil. Choose from Balancing or Rejuvenating. Link.

 

 

 

Kotanical Stone Essential Oil Diffuser

€59.95

Our premium ceramic stone diffuser from Irish essential oil distillers Kotanical is now available in stunning Rose Blush and Sleek Black Stone in addition to the original White Stone finish. A handcrafted, ultrasonic essential oil diffuser that doubles as a beautifully simple piece of home decor. This diffuser is a brilliant alternative to candles and essential oil burners. Link.

 

We also have a lovely range of Mother's Day Gift Boxes filled with Irish made and eco friendly self care products.

 

Check out Our Mother's Day Gift Guide Part 1 here.