So what is in my bag?
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*Trigger warning*
Ever since I can remember, prepping for a holiday has been one of my favourite things to do. Rushing around the shops grabbing some last minute toiletries and adding a few too many new outfits to the trolly has always been a fond past time for me. And so when I arrived at Merry Hill shopping centre in March 2008 to do just that I was excited, little did I know what I would actually be taking home with me.
This year Mother's Day falls on the 14th of March, so if you haven't got that special lady a gift just yet, you'd better act fast! But what do you get the most influential woman in your life? Well if you're from Birmingham, I already know one thing you're definitely going to be hunting down this March - a "Mom" card. We don't do "Mum", "Mam" or "Mother" here!
I'll also assume (because you're reading this gift guide) that you're a good Brummie who is looking to support some great Birmingham businesses this Mother's Day, so I'll try to help you out the best I can!
I've popped together a list of fantastic Birmingham independent's supplying all of the things your Mom could possibly want. From flowers arranged by born and bred Brummies to bevs brewed right here in the second city, I'd like to think I've got it all covered!
Oh and I've even tracked down a couple of Mom cards too! You're welcome!
So here it is, my ultimate Brummie Mothers Day Gift Guide...
Plants and flowers
Birmingham based houseplant shop with delivery across the UK. Gifts, greetings cards, and gift cards are also available.
Florist and houseplant shop based on Stirchley high street in south Birmingham. Mother's day bouquets, gifts, and cards available to order.
Houseplants, garden plants, artificial plants and more, all available for delivery across the UK.
Hall Green based florist offering bouquets, gifts, cards, balloons, and more.
A boutique florist based in Piccadilly Arcade in Birmingham City Centre.
Fresh flowers, house plants, and gifts available to buy online or from Moor Street Station.
Health and beauty
A vegan and cruelty free makeup brand based right here in Birmingham.
Currently 20% off with code MARCH21
An independant skincare company based in Kings Heath. Facials, massages, and others treatments are also available.
Dry Spa in the centre of Birmingham. Treatments, gift vouchers, and spa products available.
Spa hotel based in Sutton Coldfield. Treatments available from 12th April.
Clothes, jewellery, and accessories
Vintage clothes, accessories, books, and records.
Clothes, accessories, homeware and more.
Laser cut jewellery, DIY craft kits, and workshops available.
Minimal recycled silver jewellery. Designed and made in Brum.
Botanical inspired jewellery handmade in Birmingham's world famous Jewellery Quarter.
Food and drink
Independent bakery based in Kings Heath. Cakes, Vouchers available. The Mother's Day Afternoon tea available is currently sold out.
Restaurant and bistro based in Edgbaston. Takeaway Afternoon Tea available for collection.
Sutton Coldfield based Deli and Salad Bar. Breakfast, Brunch, Afternoon Tea, and graze boxes available.
A new Birmingham based cocktail bar. Pre made cocktails available for delivery.
Kings Heath based shop and deli selling Wine, cheese, hampers and more.
Natural wines and gift cards available.
Cards, gifts, and wrapping
Stationary, books, greetings cards and more.
Funky cards, gifts, hampers, and more.
Greetings cards and prints. "Mom" cards available!
Greetings cards, stickers, and prints. "Mom" cards available!
Cards, stickers, wine labels, and more. "Mom" cards available!
A Brummie charity selling mothers day cards to help families with young children. "Mom" cards available!
Fun Brummie greetings cards. "Mom" cards available!
So with all these fantastic Birmingham Businesses selling all kinds of cards and gifts, I'm sure you'll be able to pick up a thing or two for your Mom this Mother's Day whilst also supporting some great independent sellers!
Let me know if you've grabbed any goodies from the businesses lifted above, and if you think I've missed off any fab Brummie brands give me a shout in the comments!
Thanks for reading!