Whether it's the hard-earned skill that goes into them or the personal story they carry, handmade items make for special gifts. Mother's Day is just a week away, and it's not too late to pick out a crafted piece that she will be sure to cherish.

Buying directly from a maker can also help support them during this time of marketplace disruption, making your gift impactful in more ways than one.

Here are our top picks for mom from American Craft Show artists.

 
Small glass accessories and jewelry
Stephanie Baness / Moxie Sorbet Designs

 
One-size-fits-all hand-dyed linen smocks, shirts, and masks
Jenny Fong / Modern Shibori

 
Aprons, masks, and tote bags
Chris Hughes / Artifact Bags

 
Spring hats and headbands
Karen Morris Millinery

 
Care packages, mending kits, and masks
Lauren Oland / Mezamé Designs

 
Natural leaf pins
Dennis Ray / Nature's Creations Jewelry

 
Ceramic cups and bowls
Lisa Valley / That's Artsy

And for the irreverent at heart

Hand-embroidered samplers
Youa and Wone Vang / Third Daughter, Restless Daughter

Looking for more?

You can browse the work of all of our 2020 American Craft Show artists in our online directories for each show.