MOTHERS DAY WITH THE INDYTUTE

Left it all too late? Mothering Sunday come around too quick? Fed up with buying more useless tat? Do it differently this year with something really thoughtful and unique for the mama in your life. 

Incase you haven't heard of it, The Indytute brings you brilliant, handpicked, London experiences. Inspired gifts that promise to lift the soul, be it for a day or just an hour! Such a perfect Mothers Day gift I think - especially as you can share it with her! The brainchild of inspiring mega mama Calypso Rose (look out for our interview with her coming soon) you will find everything on her site from lessons in hula hooping to table tennis, paddle boarding to aerial skills, swing dancing to neon light making! This is the kind of present you'll never forget. 

If you are still on the hunt for a gift, take a look at their incredible selection! Remember you can instantly download tickets so you are still not too late to give this Sunday. Plus, Calypso has offered an exclusive discount - use code MAMA5 for £5 off any experience. Offer ends on Sunday 11th at midnight. 

You can check out the wonderful Mothers Day selection here but to save you time here are my top 5 picks. it was hard to whittle it down let me tell you!

TERRARIUM DESIGN SCHOOL

Learn to design, plant and sustain a divine terrarium! You’ll leave having made your very own miniature, low-maintenance and on-trend biosphere.

CREATE WIRE BIRD SCULPTURES

Using different wires in black, silver, gold and brass, you will learn how to twist the wire to make a life size wire wren. Each one ends up with a different stance and look, and you can go home equipped to make a whole flock!

A NIGHT AFLOAT A CANAL BOAT

White linen in the bedroom, piles of fluffy towels and organics in the bathroom - and yes there is a bath with shower. All while you float on the Thames in the middle of London.

CHARITY SHOP HOP

Literally my dream! Each area of London has its specialty - some neighbourhoods are a dead cert for pristine vintage and designer labels, others for collectible records and magazines, or fabrics and haberdashery. Guided by an ex stylist who spent years hunting for props and wardrobe for television, you will unearth some amazing gems!

INSPIRATIONAL TALKS

An evening of literary cabaret - listen to 5 movers and shakers, talk about their passions. The subjects each month will be humorous, thought provoking and should give the brain a bit of a jolt.