No matter who “Mom” is to you — whether they gave birth to you, raised you, or adopted you as their own — they all deserve a little extra love.
In order to get the gift ideas going, we asked you what makes a great gift or experience for moms in FTW. Our guide with eight local Mother’s Day gift ideas showcases your suggestions + where you can find them around Cowtown. ❤️
Mom deserves to have the cake and eat it too. | Photo by @SusieCakes
If Mom’s sweet + likes them too
Someone as sweet as Mom deserves their dessert done right. SusieCakes serves up delicious baked goods + is currently offering these Mother’s Day-themed cakes and cupcakes. If chocolate is their go-to treat, pick up their favorite at Kate Weiser Chocolate.
There are plenty of sweets to go around for everyone. | Photo by @HarvestPets
Since the pets can’t spoil Mom
Sometimes the responsibility of being a parent falls to those who are the caretakers of a four-legged friend. Spoil their pet by picking out a new toy or treat at Simba’s Barkery. Give Mom a day off from parent duties by getting their pet a day at the Spa Paws Hotel. We’ll throw you a bone-us: both pet + parent are walking away winners with a sweet treat from Three Dog Bakery.
Pistachio & Mint Chocolate Chip Soufflés from Rise | Photo by @risesouffle
We’re taking you out, Mom
Don’t want to sit at home with Mom? Take them out to Four Day Weekend to see a comedy show. Spend your evening watching Troupe Vertigo: Cirque Carnaval at Bass Performance Hall or take them on a shopping spree to The Shops at Clearfork for the Support HerStory pop-up featuring customizable jewelry. And for the mom who loves to wine + dine out on the town, plan to end your day out with a nice meal at Rise.
Spruce up the home with some new art pieces. | Photo via @fortworksart
Kick back and relax, we’ve got Mom covered
Okay, maybe you just want to lounge around at home with Mom. Spice up their space with new artwork from Fort Works Art, or a candle from Luxe Candle & Bath Co. You could also gift them some helping hands by sending Two Maids & A Mop — a local deep clean home service — to come in and help pick up the place.
Take a tour at Firestone & Robertson Distilling Co. | Photo by FTWtoday
Drinks on us, Mom
Here’s a toast to all the FTW mother figures out there. Take them out to grab a glass of wine at The Magnolia Wine Bar or tour the distillery at Firestone & Robertson Distilling Co. If Mom prefers to enjoy their spirits at home, treat them to a bottle of wine from Winslow’s Wine Bar.
Flowers are always the perfect gift. | Photo by @theflowermarketon7th
“You don’t have to get me anything this year.”
If the mother figure in your life has never been one for extravagant gifts or celebrations, show them you’re thinking about them by picking up a bouquet of their favorite flowers at The Flower Market on West 7th. A hand-crafted card from Byrd and Bleecker would be a great opportunity to express how you feel about their impact on your life. Sometimes a thoughtful word (or newsletter) can be the greatest gift to someone, in our humble opinion.
The perfect gift for the perfect person. | Photo from The 6am Shop
Mom reps FTW best
Know a mom who represents FTW unlike any other? Give them the ultimate gift of hometown pride with a branded shirt or hat from the 6AM Shop so they can strut their stuff around town repping their city. How does Mom take their coffee or tea in the morning? Maybe black, maybe with a dash of cream, but definitely in a FTW branded ceramic mug.
You had us at “pool and hot tub.” | Photo via Vrbo
If Mom’s imaginary best friend is Joanna Gaines
Gift Mom a sparkling clean house by booking a local, professional cleaning service (with great reviews) on Thumbtack. And for the mom whose garden is their pride and joy, have flowering trees, shrubs + hydrangeas delivered right to their door. Or if Mom just wants to pretend HGTV came to visit, book a getaway in a beautiful vacation house — bonus points if it’s to come visit you right here in Fort Worth. We have all the heart eyes for this home.
