If you’re searching for Mother’s Day gifts under $50, affordable creative gift ideas, or simply a way to make your artsy mum feel truly seen, you’re in the right spot. This year, ditch the flowers and give a gift that inspires, celebrates her creativity, and actually gets used.

At Art Shed Moorabbin, we’ve come up with creative gift ideas designed to suit every kind of artsy mum—whether she's a watercolour wanderer, a sketchbook queen, or just loves getting hands-on with her creativity. Every set is crafted with convenience, quality, and a little bit of whimsy—because when it comes to Mother’s Day gift ideas, we know it’s about making her feel truly seen.

Whether you're shopping for affordable gifts under $50, special creative bundles under $100, or a little something to spark her artistic side, we've got you covered. Let's dive into the best Mother’s Day gifts for artists and creative women, carefully curated for ease of use, easy storage, solo me-time, or fun family activities—and most importantly, her creative joy.

Watercolour Queens: Under $100

Kuretake Gansai Tambi Portable Watercolour Set - Rich pigments, ideal for florals and journaling.

Mont Marte Premium Watercolour Block 100% Cotton A4 - Professional quality, no buckling.

Mont Marte Artist Watercolour Brush Round 12 - Responsive and soft for effortless blending.

Watercolour Wonders: Under $50

Mont Marte Watercolour Half Pan Set 39pc - Vibrant and travel-friendly.

Art Spectrum Studio Watercolour Pad A5 - Gorgeous texture and durability.

Mont Marte Discovery Natural Hair Round Brush Set 13pc - Variety for creative experiments.

Oil Queens: Under $100

Winsor & Newton Winton Oil Colour Set 10pc - Buttery consistency and vibrant colours.

Mont Marte Refined Linseed Oil 125ml - Enhances flow and finish.

Mont Marte Discovery Oil Brush Set 3pc - Durable for heavy paints.

Oil Starter Studio: Under $50

Mont Marte Oil Paint Set 12pc - Accessible quality for beginners.

Mont Marte Premium Oil Brush Set 5pc - Strong and reliable for oils.

Mont Marte Studio Palette Knife Set 5pc - Perfect for mixing and textures.

Mont Marte Canvas Panel 2pc 8x10 - Pre-primed and ready to go.

Sketching Lovers: Under $100

Faber-Castell PITT Graphite Matt Pencil Tin 11pc - Deep tones, no glare.

Mont Marte A3 Beech Wood Drawing Board - Ergonomic and professional.

Talens Art Creation Sketchbook Black 13x21cm - Compact and durable.

Sketching Starters: Under $50

Mont Marte Sketching Mixed Media Set 17pc - Versatile starter pack.

Mont Marte Pastel & Charcoal Blenders 7pc - Smooth and polish artwork.

Mont Marte Visual Art Diary A5 - Trusted everyday sketchbook.

Mont Marte 30cm Wooden Manikin - Fun for figure drawing practice.

So... What Do Mums Really Want for Mother's Day?

They want time.
They want joy.
They want colour, expression, and a little pocket of peace just for themselves.

Whether you’re shopping for a mum, grandma, stepmum or any creative woman you love, Art Shed Moorabbin has a Mother’s Day gift idea that will feel thoughtful, useful, and full of heart.

This year, skip the "same old" and give her something real—a creative spark she can keep forever.