Unique, Handmade Personalized Gifts for Mother's Day for Under $75

Finding the perfect gift for the Mom or Moms in your life can be a daunting task - particularly when you would like to find a unique, personalized gift that shows how much you appreciate all that she has done for you. Below are 10 unique gift ideas that can be personalized with a message, or your Mother's name or initials, and, as an added bonus, each item is individually designed and crafted by artisans.

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Uncorked makes one of the most unique personalized jewelry pieces I have ever seen. They offer a great cork necklace (two corks actually - one with "Mom" in the midst of a beautiful design and a smaller one where children's names can be listed) that would make a perfect gift for the Mom(s) in your life! The best part is, this great piece is made from natural cork that is grown and harvested responsibly. $16.00 for the necklace, $12.00 for earrings, or $25 for the set.

Paloma's Nest offers tiny, decorative 3 inch white clay bowls that are handmade and hand stamped with your customized message. These charming little bowls are a unique way to tell your mom that special message on her special day. $16.50 per bowl, with a discount available on orders of 10 or more.

For a great gift for a new mom, check out these cute, personalized Diaper Wipe Cases made by Angel Accents. There are lots of fabrics to choose from and each case can be monogrammed with a name, initials or a saying. $15.00

Did the Mom or Moms in your life just move into a new home? Or, does she just really like funky clocks? If so, Reincarnations uses recycled materials to make unique personalized clocks. These great house-shaped clocks have a nameplate and address on the porch that can be personalized with your Mom's info. $52.00

If you Mother is a scrapbooker, or likes to keep a diary, consider the Shared Memories Custom Photo Journal handmade by Design 4 U. Each journal is made to order with the theme you select or your Mom's favorite colors. $25.00

Looking for something unique that your Mom will use every day? Check out the handmade, wheel thrown Mugs by Lynn Caldwell Pottery. These dishwasher safe mugs can be personalized with your Mom's name or with a saying, such as "I love you" or "Happy Mother's Day." $16.00

Kimberly at LaBelleDame makes beautiful custom stamped Mother's Eternity Circle Necklaces that can be personalized with children's names and birthstones. $40.00 for the necklace with one birthstone, $2.50 for additional birthstones.

She also makes a gorgeous hand-stamped bracelet with "Love you to the moon and back..." on the outside, and your personalized note on the inside. This bracelet is available in 7 or 8 inch sizes and comes with a faceted moonstone at the clasp. $72.00

Chris Parry is a jewelry designer in the UK that handcrafts sterling silver guitar picks (as well as lots of other items) and hand stamps them with your personalized message. Available in high polish, brushed steel or oxidized, these picks are a unique, hard-to-find gift for the Mom that loves to rock! $62.50 for the pick and up to 30 characters.

Does your mom love to knit? If so, the perfect gift might be a pair of personalized knitting needles by Chelle. The needles are hand-sanded and customized with your Mom's initials. $16.00