I know I'm not alone when I say picking a gift for mom, especially a tech gift, is equally about fashion as function. More specifically, the color of the device can make or break the possibility of the "oh wow" factor when my mom opens a gift, as she has a magpie's affinity for brightly colored objects. With Mother's Day on the horizon I thought it could be fun to gather up a wide assortment of the most colorful of tech designs for mom, grandmother, sister...or even the fellas who know color is nothing to shy away from. More

Once again, my inbox is flooded with PR emails pitching the "perfect gift for Mom" for Mother's Day. And, once again, I don't want any of them. Last year I asked readers what they really wanted for Mother's Day and the vast majority said: "A day off." More

Mother's Day is only a few weeks away, and that means it's time to start thinking about a thoughtful present so you're not rushing last minute! If you don't have time or skills to create a lovely handmade gift yourself for mom, Austin's explosion of creative artisans (and their wares) is sure to be inspiring. More

Sons, daughters and husbands, I need your attention. Mother's Day is two weeks away ... and the mom in your life deserves something more thoughtful than a last minute, I-bought-it-at-the-convenience-store-on-the-way-to-brunch card! Whether you have the kind of mom who would enjoy Strip-He glasses or one more traditional, check out our roundup of fun gifts for all types of moms. More

With Mother's Day approaching (and thank goodness for design and craft blogs or I would never remember these things), I embarked on a search for works of art that celebrate motherhood in, and this is crucial, non-cheesy ways. I found a few… More

Learning how to choose the right cut flowers is the first step in creating an arrangement that will stay fresh and vibrant longer. With Valentines Day fast approaching it's good information to have if you opt to skip the expensive delivery service and pick something up yourself. Here are a few tips to get you started. More

Living in a small apartment, the last thing many of us want to do is bring a tree into the mix. If you're pressed for space, time, energy, whatever it may be this season, here are five reasons we've come up with to consider a wreath on the door instead of a tree in the living room: More

If you are looking for gift ideas for a design appreciator, we have compiled some options that can serve as inspiration. This can also serve as a quick guide for those that don't know what to get YOU. Just send them the link and say, "I really love this!"
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Happy Mother's Day weekend! Here's a shout-out to all the amazing moms out there who put in long, loving hours every day for their families — you're the readers, bloggers, business owners, designers, and all-around talented women who help to make up the Apartment Therapy community, and we're grateful to you for sharing your homes and your lives with us. While we'd love to shine a light on all of you, we're keeping it short and highlighting five moms who've inspired us with their standout style. More

This is one designer who's also a mom, so we're looking at her work in honor of this Sunday. New Yorker Lorraine Kirke designs girly-girl clothing but also interiors with a similar sweet vintage feel. Take a look! More