If you’re new here, I have a soft spot for wordplay—puns, clever turns of phrase, whatever you want to call them. While brainstorming Mother’s Day ideas I accidentally turned another item into a pineapple, and I couldn’t resist making a matching printable. These “Fruitful” printables always make me smile and are perfect paired with fruity candy for a simple last-minute Mother’s Day gift. They’re even cuter if you add tiny handmade fruits made from wooden beads.
Click here to download the “Fruitful” Mother’s Day printable.
To use the printable, cut it out and attach it inside a treat box or simply tie or tape it to a bag of fruit-flavored candy—or a real bag of fruit, if you prefer. For the mini fruit accents, I painted small wooden beads (available at most craft stores) in bright, fruity colors. I cut tiny leaves and stems from cardstock and glued them to the tops of the beads, curling the paper edges with my fingernail where needed. A dab of hot glue secures each mini fruit to the top of the treat box. That’s it—easy, sweet, and silly. Now sit back and hope Mom gets a laugh.
All photos by Studio DIY
For anyone scrambling at the last minute, this is a super quick and thoughtful option—just a short trip to the grocery or craft store and you’re set. If Mom prefers something different, consider making floral-topped donuts instead for a homemade alternative.