Mother’s Day is almost here, and my mom’s already reminding me it’s her day to collect payback for all that love and kindness. Half‑joking? Sure—but she’s got a point. Since I’ve got a little extra cash this year, I’m all in on spoiling her. Brunch and spa days are fun, but a thoughtful gift shows you care—and helps you dodge the crowds. Here are a few thoughtful, locally made Vancouver picks that’ll show Mom just how much you care.

1. A Hug She Can Take Anywhere

My mom loves pieces that are simple yet elegant—so this UNI Pocket Shawl ($142) from Finnish brand Lapuan Kankurit is right up her alley. Knit from 100 percent New Zealand wool, it’s warm enough for the chilliest days yet sleek enough to pair with anything in her closet. outandaboutboutique.com

2. An At-Home Spa Escape—Anytime, Anywhere

Provence en Couleur’s Lavender Gift Box (from $40) comes loaded with silky lavender body oil, a soy‑wax bubble candle (coconut or lavender) and a creamy Marseille soap bar. After a long, hard day, it’s an instant pause button for Mom—and she doesn’t have to leave the house: bonus. provenceencouleur.com 

3. A Planter She’ll Really Dig

Suze, a new Kitsilano lifestyle shop that popped up this past October, is already the go‑to for Mother’s Day finds—no surprise, since owner Lily Cameron built it as a love letter to her mom’s killer eye for decor and fashion. Plant parents, take note: the Københavner Pot (from $55) is a handmade planter inspired by 1860 ceramics from the Royal Danish Palace of Fredensborg—great for showing Mom you appreciate her green thumb. shoppesuze.com

4. Your Mom’s New Secret Ingredient

I know, I know—chili oil’s more versatile and approachable when it comes to cooking but trust me when I say that XO sauce is a pantry staple in most — if not all — Asian households. If your mom loves spicy food, Simply Homayd’s XO sauce ($29) is a must-try. Sure, it’s a little jar but it’s packed with tasty things like dried scallops, shrimp, shallots, garlic and, of course, chili. The result? A fragrant, sweet‑smoky‑salty punch that levels up anything she drizzles it on. simplyhomayd.com

5. A Gift to Bake Her Day

If your mom’s baking has gone from casual loaves to full‑blown pastry chef, Flourist’s organic flour bundle (from $50.95) will be her new best friend. Three 2 kg bags of freshly milled, GMO‑free Canadian grains—think red spring wheat for crispy breads and pizza dough, plus red fife for all‑purpose baking—give her everything she needs to bake perfectly moist, flavour‑packed treats—and maybe even snag a few! flourist.com