Creative Mother’s Day Gifts for Bookworms

Mother’s Day gifting might be the most stressful gifting.

If your mom is anything like mine – she was responsible for most of the awesome gifts you received as a child – and many of the sentimental memories you hold close to your heart.

You want a thoughtful gift that holds special meaning.

You also want a gift she’ll actually use.

Might I suggest a handmade book candle?

After all – almost everyone has a favorite book. We think you’ll be surprised by the variety of scents – and titles – in our book candle collections.

Give the gift of nostalgia this Mother’s Day.

Lavender & Chamomile – inspired by Goodnight Moon

Is there a book that symbolizes the relationship between mother and child more than Goodnight Moon?

This Mother’s Day – hit mom in all the feels with our Goodnight Moon book candle.

The soothing scents of lavender and chamomile wash away the day’s worries – making you feel cozy and safe.

Just like when mom read your favorite bedtime story.

Maple Sugar Candy – inspired by Little House on the Prairie

Is Mom a big fan of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House on the Prairie?

It might be a series that you read together.

Then I give you the perfect Mother’s Day gift – our Little House on the Prairie book candle.

Maple Sugar Candy is inspired by “snow candy” – a treat the Ingalls family made by pouring maple syrup over freshly fallen snow.

This sumptuous fragrance is a delicious blend of maple syrup, brown butter, and molasses.

Perfect for curling up under a quilt with your favorite book.

Sugared Citrus and Island Greens – inspired by Where the Wild Things Are

Looking for a nostalgic childhood candle with a little more zip?

Try our Where the Wild Things Are book candle – Sugared Citrus and Island Greens.

Here you’ll find aromas reminiscent of Max’s journey to the wild rumpus – the uplifting scent of citrus – blending with hints of tropical fruit – and the fresh fragrance of palm fronds and other exotic island greenery.

Mom will feel like she’s been crowned queen of her own island – and isn’t that what Mother’s Day is all about?

Poppy Field and Apple Blossom – inspired by The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

I can’t think about childhood without thinking about The Wizard of Oz.

The story's iconic imagery -- talking apple trees and magical poppy fields -- inspired our enchanting Wizard of Oz book candle.

Springtime aromas of apple blossom and poppy mix with the verdant greens of wild grasses.

We add hints of apple and cherry -- and round off this beautiful scent with exotic base notes of cocoa and cardamom.

Poppy Field and Apple Blossom is an exquisite addition to any spring self-care lineup -- or a nostalgic gift for Mom.

Add some olfactory ambiance to your next trip down the Yellow Brick Road.

Pickled Limes – inspired by Little Women

Pickled Limes – our Little Women book candle – is one of my warm-weather favorites.

This candle sets the mood to "chillax" with the tangy aroma of tart lime – mixed with hints of green agave and salty brine.

Give mom the "living is easy" scent of a margarita all summer long.

Lemon Meringue Pie – inspired by Amelia Bedelia

Lemon Meringue Pie – our Amelia Bedelia book candle – was literally inspired by the relationship between mother and child.

Amanda – our candlemaker-in-chief – created it after the birth of her daughter, Amelia.

PLUS -- the fragrance ACTUALLY SMELLS LIKE PIE CRUST!!

Trust us when we say -- this is a feat of candle scent engineering that we are incredibly proud of!

BONUS -- it's not a terribly sweet "baking" aroma -- the lemon adds a zesty burst that compliments the meringue.

Just like a real lemon pie.

Which happens to be my mom’s favorite.

Gardens of Pemberley – inspired by Pride and Prejudice

Does Mom love Jane Austen?

Do you swoon over Mr. Darcy together?

Then why not surprise her with Gardens of Pemberley -- our Pride and Prejudice book candle?

Perfect for the next girl’s night viewing of your favorite Austen adaptation!

Looking for a Jane Austen candle gift box? We’ve got you covered! Includes six mini candles – each inspired by one of Austen’s novels!

Breakfast Tea & Knitting Wool – inspired by Miss Marple

Does Mom love a good Christie mystery?

Why not surprise her with a Miss Marple book candle?

This scent is all about getting cozy.

Close your eyes -- and smell the comforting fragrance of English Breakfast tea -- with a dash of cream, of course.

For extra snuggly vibes, we round out this comforting aroma with hints of flannel, clean cotton -- and a whisper of soft musk.

You'll think you're under your favorite blanket -- with a warm cup of tea and your favorite Christie tome -- snug as a bug in a rug.

Frankincense + Moss – inspired by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Maybe your mom is a bit more Goth – or she’s your feminist hero.

This candle is the embodiment of both – all rolled into one.

Frankincense + Moss is inspired by the woman who created the first Gothic horror novel – Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley.

Mary Shelley came from a line of feminist thinkers and unconventional women. Her life - and writing - broke the boundaries constraining many 19th-century Englishwomen.

This woodsy scent blends herbaceous, earthy incense with the lush, green fragrance of moss.

Perfect for boundary-breaking moms in the 21st century.