Because I Said So: Gifts for Mom's Favorite Sayings

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the amazing woman in your life than with a gift that truly resonates with her personality? Moms have a way of leaving lasting impressions with their words of wisdom, and we’ve all heard those iconic, unforgettable sayings. From “Because I said so” to “You’ll understand when you're older,” these little nuggets of wisdom are part of what makes Mom, Mom.

At Marigold & Grey, we believe that the perfect gift should be as unique and special as the woman receiving it, which is why we've curated a collection of luxurious and personalized Mother's Day Gift Boxes to match those familiar phrases that make Mom, well, Mom.

Here are some Mother’s Day gift ideas that speak directly to those favorite sayings, making it easier than ever to say “thank you” in a way she’ll never forget.

Mom's Favorite Saying: "Go to Your Room"

"Go to your room" is a phrase we all probably heard a lot when growing up! For a unique Mother's Day gift idea, we've put a grown up twist on this common mom saying with a bit of well deserved self-care. With our signature 'Beauty Rest' or 'Unplug & Unwind' gift sets, mom will be more than happy to go to her room for a bit of rest and relaxation. 

Mom's Favorite Saying: "You'll Thank Me Later" 

If your mom's favorite saying is "You'll thank me later," return the favor with a thoughtful, appreciation themed gift this Mother's Day that she will no doubt thank you for later. Our top picks to help you express gratitude to mom this year are our signature 'Much Appreciated' and 'Many Thanks' curated gift sets packed full of everything your mom needs to feel the love long after her special day is over. 

Mom's Favorite Saying: 'Don't sit too close to the TV' 

While we don't want to sit too close to the TV, what better way to celebrate mom this Mother's Day than with a relaxing and cozy movie night at home? Perfect for those looking for an experience-based gift for mom, our signature 'Movie Night' gift set has all the essentials needed for a little down time with her favorite movie or guilty pleasure TV show. 

Mom's Favorite Saying: "Go Play Outside"

Growing up, "go play outside" was a common refrain, especially during the summer break from school. We can just hear her now! For the moms who love to be outside, we have two favorite gift ideas to help her take a break outside and get a bit of fresh air. Our signature 'Garden Glam' and 'Picnic Perfect' gift baskets are perfect for Mother's Day gifts because they are packed with everything your mom needs to enjoy her favorite hobbies - outside!

(Speaking of hobbies and being outdoors, don't miss our signature 'Another Round' gift set for moms who love to golf!) 

Mom's Favorite Saying: "My House, My Rules"

Help mom embrace a cozy home this Mother's Day with our signature 'Calm & Collected' or 'Hygge & Home' gift sets. These curated gift ideas are perfect for the moms who always say "my house, my rules" but will have them making new rules for comfort and contentment with these self-care gift sets.  We are so guilty of this one around the office at team M&G! (We might even catch ourselves saying it to our own kids!)

Mom's Favorite Saying: "Stop Crying, Or I'll Give you Something to Cry About"

Our signature 'Day Brightener' and 'Better Days Ahead' Mother's Day gift set ideas are perfect for moms who might need a little encouragement or mood boost. We wanted to put a positive spin on the phrase "stop crying or I'll give you something to cry about" and select gifts that encourage a mental health reset and self-reflection with high end gift items to help mom de-stress and elevate her mood. 

Mom's Favorite Saying: "Elbows off the Table" 

For moms who love a traditional family dinner together, you might remember hearing "elbows off the table" when growing up. Our signature 'Sunday Suppers' and 'Gather Around' gourmet gift baskets are perfect for those wanting to gift an experience and time well spent together around the table. Your mom will remember - and cherish - the gift of togetherness this Mother's Day!

Mom's Favorite Saying: "You'll Understand When You're Older"

The saying "You'll understand when you're older" comes full circle with these festive cocktail-inspired gift sets for Mother's Day! Help mom enjoy a classic margarita with our 'Make a Margarita' gift set or a classic old fashioned with our 'Stock the Bar Cart' gift set, full of all the essentials mom needs to whip up a batch of cocktails to enjoy her day. 

Mom's Favorite Saying: "Call Me When You Get There"

Even if mom's kids are grown, they never stop worrying about us! For the moms who always remind us to "Call me when you get there", we've selected our signature 'Well Traveled' gift set and 'Fun In The Sun' gift tote to help mom be ready for her next vacation.

Mom's Favorite Saying: "A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned" 

There is nothing wrong with being on a budget and wise moms have always reminded us that "a penny saved is a penny earned." Our collection of budget-friendly Marigold Mailers gifts are perfect for those who want to spoil mom this Mother's Day but are looking for a more affordable option. From self-care themed gifts to gourmet snack themed gifts to gifts for the home and everything in between, there is a Marigold Mailer that is perfect for every mom out there, including our top picks for mom 'Mindfulness & Mint' and 'Daily Grind.'

No matter what type of personality your mom has, she deserves to be spoiled with a special gift this Mother's Day. A thoughtful gift that calls back to her words of wisdom, even if she says she doesn't any gifts for Mother's Day, will be truly appreciated. 

Celebrate the mom who has shaped your life with a gift that reflects her wisdom, love, and sense of humor. After all, the words she shares with you - whether in moments of frustration or love - are the things you'll carry with you forever, and that's worth a thoughtful gift in appreciation.

Whether you are shopping for your own mom, your spouse, or a mother figure in your life, our selection of curated Mother's Day gifts are sure to delight. 

Happy Mother's Day Gifting!

3 WAYS TO DO GIFTING WITH MARIGOLD & GREY

When it comes to corporate gifting, gifts for your business, or gifts for your company's employees, clients or events, there are three unique ways to gift with Marigold & Grey.

#1: Custom Gift Design Service

If you're interested in elevated branded gifts for your company for employee appreciation, holiday or any corporate event in between, please get in touch with us to ask about our custom corporate gift design services. We'd love to work with you or your team to create something that reflects your company's brand with limitless options for customization to include branding the packaging, gift contents, printed collateral, and more. 

#2: Add-Your-Own-Logo Program (i.e. Semi-Custom Gifts)

In addition to custom gift design, we also offer a thoughtful semi-custom gift design program with low order minimums and your company's logo and brand on each gift you send. Our Add-Your-Own-Logo Program is perfect for businesses that want to send company branded gifts either all at once for an event or particular marketing campaign OR throughout the year, on demand as you need them, for special occasions like employee appreciation, birthdays, client thank-you gifts, and more.

#3: Ready-to-Ship Collection in our Online Shop

For curated gift sets and themed gift baskets that are easy to send for any occasion in life or work, don't forget to shop our curated collection of ready-to-ship gift boxes with quick turnarounds and no order minimums. These ship out within 1-3 business days; rush next-day shipping is also available at checkout.

Images: Lissa Ryan Photography