1/16Father of two Codie Kemp is all prepared for Mothers day with a bouquet from Starcut Flowers and deserts from the Delicious and Sweet Bakery. Picture Tony Martin
The ultimate Mother’s Day gift guide
We’ve rounded up the perfect last-minute locally-available presents saving you the nervous wait for the post to arrive.
2/16Hello Fern has created a special keepsake Australian-made wooden baby memory book that "allow you to remember and record your babies story from conception to 21 years old". Priced at $82, they offer free delivery within the Mackay region every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Order via https://hellofern.com.au/products/your-story-a-baby-memory-book Picture: @ourlifeinsquares_
3/16Essential Being With Renée sells a colourful range of locally handmade clutches for $50 each as well as bags for storing essential oils. Mother's Day orders must be in by Wednesday, May 6 via Facebook. Picture: Contributed.
4/16Art is my Escape has handmade 3D Beach Trays using artist-quality mediums. Custom trays are also available and can include a choice of animal, boat or car colour to capture "unique tropical paradise(s)". They are available to purchase via Facebook for local Mackay pick-up or can be posted Australia wide.
5/16Suede Crafts has a range of handmade and stylish keyrings at $20 each. Order via Facebook by Wednesday, May 6 for collection from Rural View or post at extra cost.
6/16Stomping Elephants has a variety of fun and locally-made earrings on offer for Mother's Day gifts from $5 per pair. To purchase, head to www.stompingelephants.com.au Picture: Contributed.
7/16Mackay Northern Beaches Bowl Club have these 'Bowlsie Brunch Boxes' at $39.95 available for Mother's Day by ordering in person or by phone on 4954 8677. Orders must be placed by 6pm, Saturday May 9 and are available for pick-up only. Picture: Contributed.
8/16Eclectic Creative Designs have resin cheese boards and grazing boards available to purchase via www.eclecticcreativedesigns.com.au Use code 'LCLPIKUP' at checkout to pick up from their studio in South Mackay or message via Facebook to view available stock. For custom colours or engraving options, orders must be finalised by Tuesday, May 5. Picture: Contributed.
9/16Galea's Concrete Creations has a range of decorative garden items as well as items the kids can paint for mum on Mother's Day. Based in the Whitsundays, they are open by appointment by phoning 0412 969 453. Picture: Contributed.
10/16PicNik creations can create a custom apron or they have a selection of ready made aprons available. They will be available from May 2 at the North QLD Babies & Kids Market's pop up shop at Canelands starting May 2. Customers can order via Facebook or at www.picnikcreations.com.au with options to pick-up at Sarina or post. Picture: Contributed.
11/16Pretty Little Lady has three Mother's Day gift boxes available ranging from $28 to $50 (pictured) as well as custom made orders. Ordering is via Facebook and they offer postage, pick-up and delivery. Cut-off date for Mother's Day orders is 8pm May 7.
12/16Recycling the Scarecrow has a range of funky scarecrows standing 1m tall that come with their own name and certificate. To order, phone Noela Cavanagh on 0447 911 114 or email noela4754@hotmail.com Picture: Contributed
13/16Di'Legno Design Co. has a range of wooden products produced with forest certified timber and finished with mineral oil and bee's wax including this Boho Wine Table featuring four wine holders. Order by May 4 in time for Mother's Day via dilegnodesignco.com Picture: Contributed
14/16Delicious and Sweet Bakery are offering free delivery for their range of scrumptious goodies including to Airlie Beach, Marian, Sarina and Moranbah. Order via their Facebook page by 8pm Friday, May 8 in time for Mother's Day delivery. Picture: Contributed
15/16Fleabags & Co is filled to the brim with products from small local businesses from around the region perfect for Mother's Day. They are located at 2/20 Daly Street, Marian and are open 9am - noon from Thursday to Sunday. Picture: Contributed.
16/16MooBear and Mum have these cute and cheeky enamel pins available for $7 each at www.moobearandmum.com . The cut-off date for postal orders is noon, Friday May 1 or they can be collected at Mirani from 8.30am - 10.30am or 3.30pm - 5.30pm Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9. Picture: Contributed.