Weekly Recap May 3, 2025: Celebrating Creative Moms
May 03, 2025
Michelle
Whether you're crafting something special for Mom, planning a creative day together, or you're a maker mom looking for your next project, this week's roundup is full of inspiration! From personal accessories to home updates, these projects show just how many ways there are to celebrate the incredible moms, moms-to-be, and mom figures in our lives through handmade creativity.
This Week's Project Inspiration:
Looking for a Mother's Day gift that's truly unique? Take a tip from @craft.genesis, who transformed basic canvas shoes into wearable art with a stunning geometric butterfly design. The best part? Your Glowforge can engrave directly onto canvas, so you can create personalized footwear that matches Mom's style perfectly!
Every mom deserves a little extra sparkle! @katehickmanart shows us how to turn ordinary materials into extraordinary art with this gorgeous suncatcher. Perfect for brightening Mom's special space, it proves that even simple materials can become something magical when crafted with love. ✨
Want to really wow Mom this year? Take inspiration from @nicolefosterinc's powder room transformation! Using her Glowforge to create custom touches — from laser-cut succulent plants to artistic frames and vent covers — she shows how small details can make a huge impact. It's the perfect way to give Mom's favorite space a thoughtful upgrade!
Shopping with Mom just got more stylish! @fabidesignstudio elevated the everyday errand run with this personalized tote bag. Using Glowforge's laser-safe Eco Iron-On material, she created a statement piece that's perfect for those family farmer's market trips. Because even grocery shopping is better when you do it with Mom!
Making It Personal: the Magic of Glowforge Trace
Want to create something that'll bring tears to Mom's eyes (in a good way!)? Our Trace feature lets you capture children's artwork or handwriting and turn it into engraveable designs. Imagine preserving those precious "I love you, Mommy" notes or turning your little one's masterpiece into a lasting keepsake!
Check out our step-by-step guide to learn how!
Learn how to use TraceEco Iron-On Inspiration
Speaking of personalized gifts, let's talk about the magic of Eco Iron-On! This laser-safe material lets you add brilliant colors and personal designs to everything from tote bags to T-shirts, pillows, and more. Each sheet is chlorine-free and digitally encoded for perfect results every time.
Want more Mother's Day project ideas using Eco Iron-On? We’ve got a blog post full of inspiration that'll make Mom's day extra special!
Ready to create something as unique as the mom in your life?
Whether you're crafting a gift or making something together, your Glowforge is ready to help celebrate Mom in style! ✨