Mother’s Day sneaks up on the best of us, but even if it’s Mother’s Day Eve (or morning!) and you haven’t thought up the perfect ideas to shower mom with love, look no further. These last minute decor ideas and recipes are quick, easy, and shower mom with love whether you’re planning her a breakfast in bed or a relaxed Mother’s Day brunch at home with the family.
I hope these will help you spoil Mom this Mother’s Day weekend! Check out all the ideas in the slideshow.
Last Minute Ideas for Mother’s Day Brunch
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Mother's Day Confetti Surprise Balloons
Fill a balloon with confetti and secret love notes for mom to discover when she pops it. Even if you forgot to get her a card, this DIY takes little more than a balloon and paper.
Get the how-to at Momtastic.
Photo: Momtastic
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Easy & Fast Cake Mix Donuts
Making donuts at home? Not only is it possible, it can be totally easy with the right recipe. This one requires little more than a box of cake mix.
Get the recipe for cake mix donuts (plus 14 more easy brunch hacks) at Momtastic.
Photo: It's Always Autumn
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Upgrade Everyday Pancakes
Pancakes can feel a little 'everyday,' but adding simple ingredients turn them into something decadent (red velvet pancakes, anyone?).
Get the recipes at Momtastic (plus, 12 more kid-friendly brunch ideas).
Photo: The Chic Site for Momtastic
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Set Up a Mini Mimosa Bar
The finishing touch to any Mother's Day brunch is a mimosa bar. I love this mimosa bar set that you can buy from One Hope Wine. It's a gift for Mom that keeps on giving, both because she can use it again to entertain and also because One Hope donates 50% of purchase profits to charity.
Photo: Woodnote Photography via designlovefest
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Asparagus with Bacon Recipe
Asparagus couldn't be more perfect in the spring paired with salty, crispy bacon. These can be made and kept warm in the oven until you're ready to eat them.
Get the recipe at Momtastic.
Photo: Momtastic
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Pancake Skewers Recipe
Make a simple and delicious brunch for mom (or breakfast in bed!) with these pancake skewers. You can find the recipe here.
Photo: Nugget Markets
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Avocado Baked Eggs Recipe
Breakfast in bed couldn't get easier than cracking eggs into avocado halves and baking them.
Get the recipe at Momtastic.
Photo: Momtastic
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Breakfast Pizza Recipe
Or if Mom is more of a savory breakfast lover, make one of these yummy breakfast pizzas. Better yet, make the pancake skewers AND the pizza! Get the breakfast pizza recipe here.
Photo: Baked by Joanna
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Make a Giant Paper Rose
Or consider giving mom a flower that lasts, like this giant crepe paper rose. Make a bunch to decorate your brunch table. Find the DIY on Studio DIY here.
Photo: Studio DIY
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Hang a Simple Banner
Another fabulous celebration banner DIY from Studio DIY, which makes both a great gift and brunch decor. It's a more creative way to give Mom flowers on Mother's Day!
Photo: Studio DIY
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Fairy Bread French Toast
Fairy bread is an Australian staple that's slowly made its way to the US. Simply add sprinkles to your favorite french toast recipe (or try out our favorite recipe) for a festive, colorful surprise for mom.
Get the recipe at Momtastic.
Photo: Momtastic
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Healthy Oatmeal & Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies Recipe
Cookies for breakfast? Yum. These healthy ingredients are rolled up and baked into a dessert-like treat, perfect for Mother's Day.
Get the recipe (plus, 4 more super-healthy breakfast in bed recipes) at Momtastic.
Photo: Bites for Babies for Momtastic
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Craft a Quick Pennant
Celebrate Mom and decorate for a brunch with this super cute DIY "Yay Mom" pennant banner from The Homesteady. Don't want to DIY your own? Minted has lots of pennants that you can personalize!
Photo: Homesteady
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Individual Melon Salad Bowls
Cut up fruit and berries and serve them inside melon bowls for a decadent-feeling, healthy treat for mom. We add fresh basil for an unexpected, delicious twist.
Get the recipe at Momtastic.
Photo: Momtastic
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Dress Up Frozen Waffles
In a pinch, break out the frozen waffles, add a few ingredients, and they become brunch-worthy in no time. I especially love the recipe for Churro-style waffles.
Get all 101 recipes to dress up frozen waffles at Momtastic.
Photo: Mostly Homemade Mom
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Add a Touch of Fresh Pineapples
I'm loving these pineapple Mother's Day brunch decor and menu ideas from The Alison Show. There are even free printables for placemats and posters to use as decor and gifts. I love this idea for a throwing a Mother's Day brunch for a bunch of mom girlfriends!
Photo: The Alison Show
