16 DIY birthday cards for mom 2025 

16 DIY birthday cards for mom 2025 

Create a card your mom will love with these DIY birthday cards for mom. You’ll find free printables, templates and more!


16 DIY birthday cards for mom 2025 

Your mom deserves a birthday that’s as special as she is, and nothing embodies this sentiment more than a handmade card. We’ve gathered a selection of easy and more advanced DIY birthday cards for mom so you can show her how much you care. 

Alongside tutorials, you’ll find free printables and downloadable templates, making all of the cards in this round-up affordable to make! No matter your budget, whip up a DIY birthday card this weekend and give your mom the gift of handmade. 

16 DIY birthday cards for mom to make today

1. DIY birthday cards for moms who love biscuits

The perfect birthday morning consists of a cup of tea and a sweet biscuit birthday card! Download our free British biscuit papers and follow our cardmaking tutorials to make your own card. 


2. DIY double-shaker birthday card 

 

Shaker cards are fun for people of all ages, including your mom! This is the perfect DIY birthday card for moms who love to bake. Learn how to make this double shaker card with our step-by-step instructions and video. 


What to write in a card

Write a sentimental note for your mom 

Write a special message to your mom on her birthday with our What to write in a birthday card article.


3. Pop up peacock card 

How beautiful is this DIY birthday card for moms? Recreate this gorgeous pop up birthday card using our tutorial and free template. 


4. Cross stitch DIY birthday card 

Free Birthday Card Cross Stitch Pattern

Wish your mom the tastiest of birthdays with our free birthday card cross stitch pattern. Stitch this beginner-friendly design and add it to a card, ready for the big day. 


5. DIY birthday card for moms who love a tipple 

Free tropical cocktail printables

If your mom loves a cheeky birthday drink, then these are the cards for her. Use our free cocktail printables to create these colourful cards. Cheers! 


6. DIY birthday cards for moms who love to swim 

These fun swimming-themed cards are sure to make a splash! Use our free swimming printables to create your own DIY birthday card for mom. 


fathers day cards to make

Don’t forget your dad! 

Once your mom’s birthday card is sorted, it’s time to think about your other parent!

Take a look through our DIY birthday cards for dads and make your own. 


7. Stitch your mom a floral card 

Free cross stitch flower patterns

Our quick-stitch flower cross stitch charts make a wonderful weekend project, especially for those looking to get into cross stitch. 

With some scissors, glue and card, you can take your finished design and turn it into a DIY birthday card for mom.


8. DIY birthday cards for moms who love to sew  

If your mom is a dab hand at sewing, she’ll appreciate these sewing-inspired birthday cards. Turn our free vintage sewing printables into delicate cards this weekend. 

These cards are ideal for Great British Sewing Bee fans too! 


9. Birthday card for keen cyclists 

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These free summer bicycle printables celebrate the best of summer and cycling. Print and cut out a bicycle in your mom’s favourite colour and turn it into this DIY birthday card that’s bursting with joy. 


10. DIY inside easel cards 

Try a new cardmaking method with our how to make inside easel cards tutorial. This dynamic card is a great one for testing your skills and for creating a DIY birthday card that’s truly unique. 


Diy Mother's Day card ideas

Looking for something a little different?

Head over to our collection of DIY Mother's Day card ideas for plenty more inspiration.


11. Tropical DIY birthday cards for mom

From flamingos to toucans, these tropical birthday cards will leave your mom dreaming of a sunny getaway. Download our free tropical cardmaking printables and whisk her away to a desert island. 


12. Fairground-inspired DIY birthday cards 

Free fairground carousel printables

Celebrate with the circus! These DIY birthday cards for mom take inspiration from the fairground and all its childhood joy. Use our free fairground carousel printables and make your own. 


13. DIY birthday cards for moms who love fashion 

Folded paper dress cardmaking template

Fashionista moms will adore this paper dress birthday card. We’d love that dress in our own size! Print our free folded paper dress cardmaking template and customise the dress design to one she’d wear. 


14. Pretty DIY bow cards 

Make your mom a 3D birthday card this year with our how to make a bow fold card tutorial. These bows look extravagant, but they’re much easier to make than they look. 


15. Baking DIY birthday cards

Get your Great British Bake Off on with these DIY birthday cards for moms. Our free retro baking printables can be turned into a wide range of cards, suitable for any occasion. 


16. Lavender cross stitch birthday cards 

Cross stitch flower patterns lavender

Stitch our lavender cross stitch patterns and create an elegant DIY birthday card for your mom. These delicate blooms look even better than they smell.  


Show your love with a handmade card 

Nothing says ‘I love you’ quite like a DIY birthday card. Take the time to make one of our DIY birthday cards for mom and watch her face light up as she opens it.

Make a matching gift for your mom

DIY birthday card for mom is sorted, so now it’s on to gifts! Explore our DIY birthday gifts for mom and make her something special this year.