- Cards with greetings written in front, i.e., a whale mother’s day card, a Mother’s Day Birdhouse, and more.
- Cards with greetings hidden, i.e., bookfold, and other unique cards such as Shark craft and more.
- 3D cards such as cat craft, pop it butterfly card, and more.
- More find BELOW!
Suggestion #1: Shark Mother’s Day Card Craft
Let’s begin with this non-traditional, oh-so cute, and the EASIEST Mother’s Day card (there is a free printable template!). Kids will only have to use paper, glue, and scissors to cut pieces and assemble a kawaii chubby shark with a big mouth and sharp teeth.
They can fold the paper in half that opens for a secret note or Mother’s Day greeting. This fun activity will let them show love to you without any skill!
Suggestion #2: Whale Mother’s Day Card
Having a photo with the kid is the best memory a mom can have. So, let the kids DIY this traditional but cute, meaningful, and colorful Mother’s Day card with a printable whale PDF, paper, and any photo of you or your siblings. Cut out a whale shape from colored paper and glue a heart photo (you can cut it using the template as well) above its tail.
Small buttons are glued in a heart pattern to look like water blowing from the whale. They can write their greeting in the heart and names above the picture.
Suggestion #3: Mother’s Day Purse Card Craft
This Mother’s Day paper purse card is a little funny, unique, and definitely a meaningful present because we all grew up seeing their ultimate companion – the purse! Inside this purse, you can add a small heart (purse filled with love, as she says!) and a fake driver’s license with a picture of Mom.
You can write a sweet note on the inside to tell Mom you love her.
To make it easily, just download the purse template, cut out the paper shapes, and glue them. You can also draw different patterns on the purse.
Suggestion #4: Cat Printable Mother’s Day Card
The CUTEST, 3D greeting card? Craft this mommy cat Mother’s Day card using a FREE printable template. It is so easy and quick to assemble that I can definitely put it among the last-minute Mother’s Day presents.
Cut out the word “MOM,” then a cat face to glue in the middle of the MOM cutout. Add paper ears and use markers to draw a small nose, eyes, and whiskers on the cat. The card can stand up on a table and has a sweet message hidden inside for Mom. Also, be sure to draw the hearts all over the MOM lettering!
Suggestion #5: Koala Mother’s Day Card
Back on classics, let’s DIY this oh-so cute “Koala Mom & Koala Baby” Mother’s Day card this year! You should have a paper cutting machine to use the template as the model is kinda detailed.
Use paper in colors like grey, pink, and white to make a mother koala with a small baby. This is mainly an assembly craft, so be sure to have a machine.
The mother has a front pocket where the baby koala sits and stays safe (thanks, mom!). When you fold the mother’s arms, it looks like she is giving her baby a warm hug. You have to draw your greeting on baby Koala’s blanket.
Suggestion #6: Handprint Cactus Mother’s Day Card
Another touchy feeling for a mom is seeing her child grow! So, let the kids DIY this beautiful hanprint cacti Mother’s Day card with a FREE printable template for the cactus pot. The fun is hidden, actually! That is, she can open the cactus just like a normal card and see your WORDS OF LOVE for her.
Just trace a hand on green paper to make a cactus. Then use a black pen to draw small lines for the spikes. Little paper flowers and a paper pot make the card look real, so add glittery ones, for sure. Also, guide them to assemble the pot!
Suggestion #7: Handmade Mother’s Day Card
Make this multi-material, spring memory Mother’s Day card for a mom who loves gardening and COFFE. The idea is to make a “flowers in a cup” card using cardstock, cupcake liners in many colors, painted popsicle sticks, and buttons.
First, glue a paper cup to a card and add green sticks for flower stems. Then, you glue cupcake liners and buttons on top of each other to finish the card. It will also hold the meaning that mom let us grow up happily in harsh environments.
Suggestion #8: Coffee Cup Card Template
Again, for COFFEE-LOVING mom, make this SPECIAL coffee cup Mother’s Day card with an exclusive: “Mom, You are Brew-tiful.” Just print the template on colored cardstock and glue the parts on white paper to make a coffee and card at the same time.
The card opens to show a sweet note just like traditional cards. You can also write “I love you a latte” on the inside. Finish it off with a small heart and tie it shut with a piece of peppermint string to add a holiday feel.
Suggestion #9: Mother’s Day Birdhouse Craft
Maybe your mom likes all things NATURE! If that’s the case, DIY this cute birdhouse gift from cupcake liners, craft sticks, and cardstock. Let the kids try without worry, as there is a PDF template to download where they can assemble the house.
I like the idea of flattering the line to make the sun over the house. Also, how can you assemble two birds from two cupcake liners in different colors? Be sure to have a craft eye for each!
Suggestion #10: Printable Mother’s Day Coloring Card
This printable coloring page idea is the easiest way to make a Mother’s Day greeting card by preschoolers. The template collection includes many formats, such as a 4×6 foldable card, a full-size coloring sheet, and a pre-colored one for last-minute use.
Also, get SVG and Silhouette Studio cut files for this card. They can draw their favorite color on each flower or first identify the flower and then color it accordingly. Wanna let them try?
Suggestion #11: Pop-Up Butterfly Card
The Pop-Up Butterfly Card is a 3D greeting card that has a realistic butterfly with wings that “flutter” when the card is opened.
To make the Pop-Up Butterfly Card, cut wing layers, an inner card, and an outer cover from 65 lb. cardstock. Use spray adhesive to layer color inserts between the wing pieces. Fold both wing halves, slot them together, and glue their rectangular bases to the outer cover’s cut-outs.
Suggestion #12: Button Art Gift Idea
This adorable handmade button flower card is a perfect, unique gift for Mother’s Day or birthdays.
For making this card fold colorful cardstock in half. Glue green foam strips for stems and add large buttons for flower centers. Glue smaller buttons around them as petals and green buttons as leaves. Use strong glue to secure all buttons and let it dry completely.
Suggestion #13: Bouquet Hearts Card
Though this card is designed for valentines day but also perfect for mother’s day. It’s is a creative way to share special messages with friends and family.
Cut several hearts from colored paper in various sizes and decorate them with doodles or messages. Fold white cardstock in half and draw overlapping green stems. Use glue dots to attach the hearts to the stems and finish with a ribbon bow.
Suggestion #14: Mother’s Day Heart Card
Brighten Mom’s morning with a colorful, heart-filled card that kids can personalize themselves. This sweet paper craft is a wonderful way for little ones to show their love through simple cutting and gluing.
Using the provided printable template, cardstock, scissors, and glue, children will cut out a large heart and smaller decorative pieces. They’ll assemble the heart onto the card base and add a “Best Mom” message, creating a vibrant, layered keepsake that is both easy and fun to make.
Suggestion #15: Handprint Mother’s Day Card
This charming fingerprint heart card is a vibrant and personal way for children to express their love for Mom.
Print the heart template onto colored cardstock and fold it in half. Dip a fingertip into various acrylic paint colors and press it inside the heart outline. Fill the entire heart with colorful fingerprints, let the paint dry completely, and then write a heartfelt Mother’s Day message inside.
Suggestion #16: Pop-Up Flower Mother’s Day Card
This beautiful card has a 3D blooming flower that surprises and delights when opened, making it a perfect Mother’s Day keepsake.
Making the Card Cut flower shapes from colorful paper and fold the petals to create a 3D effect. Glue the flowers together in a specific overlapping pattern. Attach the flower assembly to the inside of a cardstock base. When you open the card, the paper flowers bloom into a full bouquet.
Suggestion #17: Mother’s Day Flower Card
Mason jar card features 3D paper flowers with personalized messages hidden in their centers for a sweet Mother’s Day surprise.
Making the Card Cut five flowers and green stems from colored cardstock. Glue them onto white cardstock, curling petals for a 3D effect. Layer a paper mason jar over the stems, gluing only one side so it opens. Write messages on circular flower centers and glue them in place.
Suggestion #18: Easy Mother’s Day Cards
Surprise Mom with a professional-looking card that adds a personal, handmade touch to her special day.
Using cardstock, a Cricut machine, and a scoring tool, you will cut out elegant floral or themed designs. Once the machine finishes the precision cutting, simply fold along the scored lines and use an adhesive runner to assemble the layers, creating a stunning 3D effect Mom will love.
About "Talha"
Hey, I’m Talha, the Crafter on Craftstive.com. I love to share guides on folding cute origami models and paper crafts, and I am always ready to inspire your next craft project with my weekly craft discussions.