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The Best Mother’s Day Gifts for Less Than $50

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Give thanks to mom on Sunday, May 9 with these showstopping gifts that all clock in under $50.

Don’t worry, these gifts only *look* expensive. Whether you’re near or far this year, you can be confident that these floral teas, bath soaks, colorful puzzles, and more will please mothers, nanas, and mom figures alike.
The Qi Floral Tasting Collection
Experience all three varieties of flower tea in this Floral Tasting Collection for a magical flower garden to cup ritual. Set your intentions, watch the flower bloom back to life, and feel its beauty and Qi.
Bialetti Moka Express Espresso Maker
Simply ingenious, this time-honored Italian stovetop coffee maker is an espresso-lovers essential. Just fill the base with water and the filter with ground coffee or espresso, and place on any heating surface. Water is forced upward through the coffee, brewing a fresh pot in minutes.
Coyuchi Sonoma Textured Organic Napkins
Pair your farm to table fare with durable organic cotton napkins that fit in at any gathering. Variations in yarn size create a crinkled texture, with yarn-dyed color that maintains its hue through years of wash and wear. Sonoma napkins are finished with a ½" hem and mitered corners.
PARKS Board Game
From the creators of Campy Creatures, Caper, Space Park, and Control comes PARKS! PARKS is a celebration of our National Parks created in partnership with the Fifty-Nine Parks Print Series. In PARKS, players will take on the role of two hikers as they trek different trails across four seasons. While on the trail, these hikers will take actions and collect memories of the places your hikers visit. These memories are represented by various resource tokens like mountains, forests, and wildlife. Collecting these memories in sets will allow players to trade them in to visit a National Park at the end of each hike. Each trail represents one season of the year, and each season, the trails will change and grow steadily longer. The trails, represented by tiles, get shuffled in between each season and laid out anew for the next round. Resources can be tough to come by especially when someone is at the place you’re trying to reach! Campfires allow you to share a space and time with other hikers. Canteens and Gear can also be used to improve your access to resources through the game. Welcome to PARKS!
Raaka Chocolate Daily Dose Chocolate Pack (30 Pieces)
Bean to bite. A month’s worth of chocolatey pick-me-ups? Count us in. This box is filled to the brim with 30 bite-sized bars, each one individually wrapped and ready for snacking (or stashing in the pantry for later). The sweetest bit: It all comes from a Brooklyn-based chocolatier who works with sustainably sourced, unroasted beans—so you’ll taste the lively character of natural cacao in each bite. Take your pick from four flavors: Pink Sea Salt, 100% Cocoa, Oat Milk, or Coconut Milk. Or, try the lot with the mixed set (which comes with eight Sea Salt, eight Oat Milk, seven 100% Cocoa, and seven Coconut Milk). Made in Brooklyn, NY.
LifeStraw Home Water Filter Pitcher
Protects against bacteria, parasites, microplastics, lead, mercury, and chemicals including PFAS, chlorine, organic chemical matter (pesticides and herbicides), dirt, sand, and cloudiness. Retains essential minerals like magnesium and potassium that are good for your health.
Joanna Vargas Ritual Bar & Brush
Add the Ritual Brush to your pre-shower ritual. This natural and eco-friendly tool exfoliates skin and helps improve tone and texture. Once you've brushed, hop in the shower or bath and lather up with the Ritual Bar, a full-body treatment for softer and plump skin. Made using the rich properties of green tea, the soap bar can be used on a daily basis to invigorate sluggish areas of your body and leave behind a refreshing and uplifting fragrance.
Marimekko Vihannesmaa Apron
The cotton apron has one front pocket, an adjustable neck strap and bands at the waist that can be tied together at the back. Tarhuri (gardener) is a tribute to the creations of Mother Nature, all the beautiful fruits and vegetables and colors shifting from sun-baked hues to the sharper tones that develop in shade. It celebrates the wonder of something as marvelous as an apple tree or a watermelon growing from a tiny little seed. The pattern also reflects the joy of growing your own food, how your own small strawberries always taste best. Vihannesmaa (vegetable garden) is a smallerscale version of Tarhuri.
Elana Gabrielle Nasturtium Tea Towel
The Nasturtium Tea Towel is screen printed with water-based inks on highly absorbent 100% cotton fabric, and dyed by hand. Perfect for use in the kitchen or as a wall tapestry!
Brightland Digestif Candle
Introducing DIGESTIF. Brightland's new kitchen candle keeps you living in a golden state long after the table is cleared. Made with Brightland olive oil, California soy, and notes of neroli, vetiver and black pepper, and designed to burn during or after cooking. We like to think of it as a digestif for your kitchen. Photo by Jill Burrows
Silvon Pillowcase
An essential to any skincare routine. Our pillowcase is woven with silver to naturally eliminate acne-causing bacteria so you always have a clean surface to rest on.
Kinto OCT Brewer - 4 Cups
Porcelain. Dishwasher safe. Made in Japan. Wash with care. Do not use abrasive cleansers or steel wool. Product size and shape varies in each item due to manufacturing process.
Everything She Touched: The Life of Ruth Asawa
Everything She Touched recounts the incredible life of the American sculptor Ruth Asawa. This is the story of a woman who wielded imagination and hope in the face of intolerance and who transformed everything she touched into art. In this compelling biography, author Marilyn Chase brings Asawa's story to vivid life. She draws on Asawa's extensive archives and weaves together many voices—family, friends, teachers, and critics—to offer a complex and fascinating portrait of the artist. Born in California in 1926, Ruth Asawa grew from a farmer's daughter to a celebrated sculptor. She survived adolescence in the World War II Japanese-American internment camps and attended the groundbreaking art school at Black Mountain College. Asawa then went on to develop her signature hanging-wire sculptures, create iconic urban installations, revolutionize arts education in her adopted hometown of San Francisco, fight through lupus, and defy convention to nurture a multiracial family.
Kasama Small Batch Rum
Kasama, named after the Filipino term for "together," pays homage to founder Alexandra Dorda’s Filipino-Polish heritage with a rum that defies the category. Kasama is produced and distilled in the heart of the Philippines, blended, bottled, and packaged in Poland, and enjoyed in the United States. The brand envelops a sunny spirit inside and out—the convivial bottle holds a golden rum that’s aged 7 years in ex-bourbon American oak barrels with dominant notes of sweet pineapple, a hint of vanilla, and a pinch of sea salt. Leaving behind the typical tropes associated with old-school rum brands like sailors, pirates, and heavily spiced flavor profiles - Kasama brings a refreshing approach in both branding and palate to a category in need of a breath of fresh air.
Gefu Hot & Cold Milk Frother
Foam sweet foam. Coffee lovers and self-proclaimed baristas, rejoice—this handy tool lets you create creamy froth for your favorite pick-me-up at the touch of a button. Just add hot or cold milk to the (microwave-safe!) glass container up to the fill line, set the lid on top, and use the pump to let the innovative spinning mechanism do all the work for you. The end result: 9.5 fluid ounces of fluffy goodness. There’s even an anti-slip silicone base, plus a sieve at the pour spout to separate the bubbly foam from the liquid milk. Oh—and it’s all dishwasher friendly. Now, who’s ready for some latte art?
Caudalie Instant Detox Mask
Enraptured by the beauty of the vineyards of Bordeaux, Mathilde and Bertrand Thomas created a line of spa-quality skincare that harnesses the anti-aging, therapeutic properties of French grapes and vines. Caudalie - a vinous term that describes the lingering complexity of flavors on the palate - utilizes all-natural, highly potent ingredients in each glow-inducing, environmentally friendly formula.
Oui the People Big Mood Bath Soak
BIG MOOD. The bath soak with benefits. Looking to take the edge off after a long day (or, let’s be honest, year)? We’ve got you covered (literally) with a bath booster that ups the relaxing effects of a warm soak using a detoxifying mix of magnesium, potassium, and calcium to send any tension down the drain. Paired with the chill-inducing scent of bergamot essential oil sourced from Italy and a skin-softening combo of organic aloe and sodium bicarbonate, you’ll step out of the tub with that close-to-floating calm that you crave.
Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA
The legendary two-strap design from BIRKENSTOCK - the Arizona. The often imitated, never duplicated, comfort legend and fashion staple. Shown in EVA, a synthetic waterproof and lightweight material. Super lightweight - great for after the gym or the beach.
Ghia
Ghia is a non-alcoholic apéritif packed with only pure, natural extracts. Potent plants. Heady herbals. Blithe botanicals. Everything inside our bottle was picked because of its completely natural ability to soothe and to stimulate. Each glass promises to kick up the energy and calm down the mind.
Emile Henry Classic Ceramic Pie Dish
Behold: pie perfection. The name behind this beautiful piece—Emile Henry—has been a French bakeware legend for generations. And this pie dish is the latest addition to the brigade: Crafted with French Burgundy clay, it diffuses heat for picture-perfect crusts, while its classic scalloped edges cut a pretty profile all on their own. It's a deep, scratch-resistant number that you can load up with fillings, cut into and scoop out without leaving a mark. It’s good up to 520°F and can go from freezer to oven if you want to get your bakes ready ahead of time.
Brooklinen Indoor Party Puzzle
The perfect lazy day activity, featuring original artwork by London-based artist Tess Smith-Roberts. However you put it together, we hope this puzzle brings a little peace, a little joy, and a little comfort. Also doesn't that party look fun? As soon as this puzzle's done, let's go.
Rifle Paper Co. 16 oz. Tumbler
Our collection with Corkcicle pairs our signature prints with their innovative, triple-insulated drinkware—so you can enjoy your favorite hot or cold beverage at home or on the go. This 16-ounce tumbler keeps drinks chilled for 9 hours or warm for 3 hours.
Caraway Pot Holders
Meet your go-to kitchen helpers. Our Pot Holders feature double-layer stain-resistant weave stitching, ensuring they resist heat like a pro. Use them as table setting trivets to add a pop of color to the dinner table.
Brooklyn Candle Studio Catskills Escapist Candle
Imagine a tranquil hike in the woods of the Catskill Mountains after an autumn rainstorm, as your feet crunch atop fallen pine needles and the fresh air is flecked with the scent of cedar, cypress, and juniper. Made in Brooklyn, New York with 100% soy wax for an eco-friendly clean burn. We use lead-free cotton wicks and premium fragrance oils infused with essential oils. Our candles are vegan, cruelty-free, phthalate-free, and petroleum-free.
Enjoy Flowers Farm Fresh Collection Subscription
Fill your space with fun, seasonal, farm fresh flowers that arrive arranged and ready to place in your favorite vase! Arriving once or twice monthly, our Farm Fresh subscription delivers beautiful, hand-tied bouquets of 20, 30, or 40 stems.
Olio E Osso Tinted Balm
This essential, versatile product is nourishing on lips and cheeks, soothing on skin and hair, and adored by all who discover them. Swipe across lips or slide over cheekbones for a subtle glow.
Haus Sampler Kit
This customizable kit lets you sip your way through four apéritif flavors of your choosing. Delicious whichever way you mix and match, each 200ml bottle is perfectly sized for 2-3 drinks.
Tartine: A Classic Revised
This brilliantly revisited and beautifully rephotographed book is a totally updated edition of a go-to classic for home and professional bakers—from one of the most acclaimed and inspiring bakeries in the world. Tartine offers more than 50 new recipes that capture the invention and, above all, deliciousness that Tartine is known for—including their most requested recipe, the Morning Bun. Favorites from the original book are here, too, revamped to speak to our tastes today and to include whole-grain and/or gluten-free variations, as well as intriguing new ingredients and global techniques. More than 150 drop-dead gorgeous photographs from acclaimed team Gentl + Hyers make this compendium a true collectible and must-have for bakers of all skill levels.
Act + Acre Cold Processed Scalp Detox
This vitami- rich oil-based treatment from Act+Acre is packed full of nourishing nutrients to cleanse and moisturize your scalp. It’s infused with ingredients such as Basil and Baobab oil to nourish the scalp and promote healthy hair growth.
Guzzini Recycled Tierra Oval Fruit Bowl
The apple of our eye. We never knew old water bottles could look this good. Yep, you read that right: This stunning fruit bowl is fashioned with nothing but recycled post-consumer plastic. The organic lines all around give it an almost-handmade feel. Did we mention it’s made in Italy? That too. Sprinkle some fresh citrus inside—and maybe a small melon for good measure—and you’ve got yourself a fresh centerpiece.
Golde Matcha Turmeric Latte Blend
Make the switch to jitter-free energy with the Matcha Turmeric Superfood Latte, a powder blend of 7 essential superfoods to support skin glow, debloating, and serene focus.
Hydro Flask 40 oz Wide Mouth Bottle
From road trips to endless hours at the beach, our 40 oz Wide Mouth bottle keeps you well-hydrated from sun up to sun down. We couldn’t think of a bottle more deserving of a refresh, so we’ve elevated the silhouette and simplified design without compromising one degree of performance. And our Color Last™ powder coat is dishwasher safe for even more convenience. Cold stays ice cold for 24 hours, and hot stays wickedly hot for 12 — just like always.
Le Labo Shower Gel Basil
What it is: A rich, thick-lathering shower gel that offers you a few moments of serenity while cleansing your body. What it does: This plant-based formula is made with sesame oil to nourish, rosemary leaf to tone and sunflower oil, which acts as an antioxidant. Its scent pairs basil with verbena, a citrusy and vegetal alternative to most aromatic notes, which increases each facet of basil. It comes in an easy-to-squeeze bottle.
Otherland Daybed Candle
Rosebud / Peony Blossom / Pear Water Signature Wax Blend Hand-poured, soy/coconut wax blend Made in the USA Premium glassware, wick, and waxsourced from leading American factories Developed with Master Perfumers Each scent is crafted to bring its own transformative energy
HAY Watering Can
After living and working in Milan for Lissoni Associati, American designer Shane Schneck founded his own Stockholm-based studio in 2010. Since that time, his work has received international acclaim in the form of iF, Red Dot and Wallpaper awards. This watering can features a clean yet functional design, with a quick-fill intake that doubles as a handle and an elongated spout for easy watering. Wash by hand only. Made in China.
Blomus Modern 2-in-1 Silicone Candle Holder Trio
There are always two sides. This clever trio of silicone candle holders features a different sized recess depending on how you flip it. Turn it over and you’ve got one for pillars, then back again (ta-da!) for tea lights. The best part? They’re also stackable for a little vertical variety and come in a whole spread of mix-and-matchable hues.
Pineapple Collaborative The Olive Oil
Our one true olive. Crafted in collaboration with Kathryn Tomajan using a blend of organic Koroneiki and Picual olives grown by the Ricchiuti family at ENZO Olive Oil Company and Rio Bravo Farm.
Nécessaire The Body Exfoliator
The Body Exfoliator is a weekly multi-exfoliation treatment for the skin. Use 1-2 times a week or as desired. Apply all over body. Massage for foam. Rinse well.
Kinto Double-Walled To-Go Tumbler (17oz.)
Sip and take. These bright buddies remind us of a day at the beach, and, hey, maybe that’s exactly where we’ll take ‘em. Each vacuum-insulated tumbler keeps your favorite drink cold or hot for six hours and is made from powder-coated stainless steel for an extra kick of durability. And that lid? It’s actually two parts—one on the bottom to keep ice and hot drinks from coming out too quickly, and one to top it all off with a leak-proof seal. (Now, that’s clever!) And how ‘bout that easy-carry handle?
Herbivore Jade Facial Roller
What it is: An incredible tool for both inner and outer beauty. What it does: Facial rolling is relaxing and de-stressing and has been a beauty ritual since ancient times in China. Physically, it helps to firm the look of skin through gentle massage. It also aids in supporting the lymphatic system, the body's main major detoxification system. Metaphysically, jade brings peace and harmony and is known to help reduce stress. Photo Courtesy of Nordstrom

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