By Emma Worters marzo 18, 2025

Mother's Day: Don't forget!

In the UK Mother's Day, or Mothering Sunday, falls on the fourth Sunday in Lent and is a celebration of all things motherhood!

It originated as a Christian celebration in the 1600s when devoted Christians would visit their 'mother church' for a special service. It is observed on the fourth Sunday of Lent, three weeks before Easter Sunday.

Did you know more phone calls are made on Mother's Day than any other day of the year?

Mother's Day Across the Globe


Mother's Day is recognised around the world and wherever it is celebrated, it is universally about showering your mum with cards, chocolates, and flowers.

In Thailand, Mother's Day is always celebrated on August 12th on the birthday of Queen Sirikit.

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In Egypt, Mother's Day is celebrated on 21st March, the first day of Spring.

In Serbia, Mother's Day is part of a 3 day celebration in December, also celebrating Child's Day and Father's Day.

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In France, the Fêtes des Mères falls on the fourth Sunday in May. It is traditional to have a large family dinner where the matriarch is presented with a cake resembling a bouquet of flowers.

Mother's Day in the United States is commemorated on the second Sunday in May, and like the UK involves children giving their mothers handmade cards, gifts and flowers.

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In Italy, the Festa della Mamma also falls on the second Sunday in May where children give their mothers handmade gifts and recite poems they have written.

Mother's Day in India is the second Sunday in May and is to honour the Goddess of Mothers, Durga.

Handmade Tartan Gifts

Here in Scotland, Mother's Day is all about showing your mum just how much you love and appreciate her, whether it be by making her breakfast, buying her a bunch of flowers, doing the housework or even making her a handmade gift! We have come up with a few ideas of presents you can make for your mum using tartan.

Tartan Door Stop

How to make a Tartan Doorstop - A lovely way to add a touch of tartan to your home and if you are a temperamental teenager you can make a good joke about no longer being able to slam doors! If you are being really clever make your doorstop in the shape of her favourite animal. And don't forget to send us a photo.

Door sxtop making Making a Tartan Doorstop

Patchwork Tartan Cushion

How to make a patchwork tartan cushion? - You can never have too many cushions. Create a statement with a single patchwork cushion or go tartan mad by making enough to scatter around the whole house. Patchwork is a great way to use up scraps and you can always mix up your tartan with tweeds and plains or even spots and stripes.

Patchwork cushion Making a Patchwork Tartan Cushion

Fabric Scraps

Crafters Corner - 5 Things to Make with Tartan Fabric Scraps - Do you have some leftover tartan fabric from another craft project? Then put it to good use, by making a lovely little set of tartan bunting or even wrapping your gift with strips of tartan ribbon. Woven wool fabrics are easy to fringe for extra effect, gently pull the outer threads until you have the finish you like.

Tartan ribbon 5 Things to do with Tartan Scraps

If you don't think arts and crafts are really your strong suit, then not to worry, as we have picked out our favourite Mother's Day gifts on the website for you.

Gift Guide For Mothers Day

Tartan Scarves

We have a range of Tartan accessories that any Mother would be lucky to have.

Our Brushed Wool Tartan Scarves are a great option for your Mum. They can be styled in various ways, and with over 110 tartans available we have something for everyone. There is also the option to size up and opt for our Oversized Brushed Wool Tartan Scarves

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Tartan Brooches

Another great option is our range of Tartan Brooches. The perfect little addition to any Mother's Day outfit.

Insta Valentine brooch 1080x1080 Our Range of Tartan Brooches

Scottish Gift Boxes

We offer a range of Gift Sets, they come in a range of styles and tartans. We've saved you the stress of wrapping, our gift sets come beautifully packaged in our purple gift boxes and can be delivered straight to the recipients doorstep.

Cosy Scottish Night In Gift Box in Stewart Royal Cosy Scottish Night Gift Set

Scottish Women's Wear

Treat your Mum to the clothing of her dreams, whether it's a Tartan Mini kilt or a cosy Aran Wool Poncho we have what she needs. Please be aware custom made items have a make up time, please give yourself plenty of time to design her gifted garment.

Explore our Women's Wear Gifts

Donna sulla spiaggia con jeans bianchi e poncho in lana merino color crema
In magazzino

Women's Merino Wool Aran Poncho

127,50 €
Donna e bambina in piedi in un bosco con giacche bomber da donna e da bambina abbinate in tartan Anderson Ancient
Fatto su ordinazione

Women's Tartan Bomber Jacket

556,25 €

Available in 876 tartans

Custom made in 8 weeks

Vista frontale di un paio di scarpe brogue da donna in tartan Stewart Black su sfondo bianco
Fatto su ordinazione

Women's Tartan Brogues

418,76 €

Available in 1355 tartans

Custom made in 8 weeks

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In magazzino

Women's Tartan Pyjamas

62,51 €
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Cardigan da donna asimmetrico con tre bottoni e motivo Aran a trecce multiple
In magazzino

Women's Asymmetrical Cable Aran Cardigan

172,50 €
Donna dai lunghi capelli rossi sulle rive del Loch Tay a Fraser Mini kilt rosso consumato e maglione aran da donna color ecru
In magazzino

Women's Aran Cable Knit Sweater with Oversized Cowl Neck

185,00 €
Pantaloni sartoriali da donna in tartan verde fotografati mentre sono seduti sui gradini del castello di Thirlestane in Scozia
Fatto su ordinazione

Pantaloni Tailleur in Tartan

337,50 €

Available in 1115 tartans

Custom made in 8 weeks

Donna seduta su una roccia in un campo con gonna scozzese, scialle e berretto in tartan Fraser Hunting Weathered.
Fatto su ordinazione

Berretto Tartan da donna

135,00 €

Available in 517 tartans

Custom made in 7 weeks

Women's Cap made with a peeky blinders style amount of cloth and generous peak. Pictured in Aberdeen tartan
Fatto su ordinazione

Cappello da Donna in Tartan

100,01 €

Available in 1319 tartans

Custom made in 9 weeks

BA8 A4681 Womans Tweed waistcoat Cairngorm CGE143 Jackdaw
Fatto su ordinazione

Women's Tweed Waistcoat

268,76 €

Available in 223 tweeds

Custom made in 8 weeks

Donna dai capelli rossi appoggiata a un muro di pietra che indossa una camicia bianca e pantaloni e gilet in tartan MacDonald Lord of the Isles Modern
Fatto su ordinazione

Gilet donna in tartan scozzese

293,75 €

Available in 1347 tartans

Custom made in 8 weeks

Primo piano di una donna dai capelli rossi che indossa un mantello scozzese Ross Hunting Weathered in piedi accanto a un uomo con giacca e gilet scozzesi.
Fatto su ordinazione

Mantellina da donna in Tartan

893,75 €

Available in 797 tartans

Custom made in 8 weeks

Donna con capelli scuri in piedi davanti al caminetto che indossa una giacca lunga e una gonna in tartan Stewart Weathered
Fatto su ordinazione

Giacca Lunga in Tartan

725,00 €

Available in 1316 tartans

Custom made in 8 weeks

Donna su un campo da golf con pantaloni da golf blu e bianchi a quadri, maglione di cashmere blu abbinato e berretto di tweed grigio.
Fatto su ordinazione

Women's Tartan Golf Trousers

312,50 €

Available in 1129 tartans

Custom made in 8 weeks

Donna fotografata a Edimburgo con giacca in tartan e gilet e pantaloni abbinati in tartan Loch Ness.
Fatto su ordinazione

Blazer da donna in tartan - Singolo bottone

650,00 €

Available in 1129 tartans

Custom made in 8 weeks

 

However, if you plan to honour the maternal figures in your life, make sure you don't forget. Hell hath no fury like a mother scorned! Check out our Gifts For Her if you plan to surprise your mother with a lovely Scottish gift and are in need of some more inspiration.