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25 Best Mother-In-Law Gifts That’ll Win Her Over for Good

Give your MIL something special.

citrus tree, chunky knit blanket, lollia wine bubble bath
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Mother-in-law gifts can be tricky, especially when your partner is no good at helping you out. If you’re sick of hearing them say, “I dunno, I guess that’s nice” to everything you pick out, maybe it’s time to try plan B!

Just like for your mom, great mother-in-law gifts are things that will make her life easier, treat her to something special that she most likely won't buy herself, or show off her special family that she loves so much. If your mother-in-law has a great hobby — like crafting, gardening, or cooking — gifting her something that relates shows that you're making an effort to learn about her interests, and maybe even take part in them, too.

These are the best gifts for your mother-in-law, so you never have to show up empty-handed again.

More: Looking for a Great Mother's Day Gift Idea? Right This Way

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A ‘Family Tree’
Philip Whitney Metal Family Tree Picture Frame
Philip Whitney amazon.com
$32.95

This sentimental family tree makes for a seriously touching gift. For the mother-in-law who loves showing off her tribe, there's nothing better than being able to bring the lineage of the family to life in this crafty display.

More: Mother's Day Gifts for Grandma She'll Totally Appreciate

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A Custom Bracelet
‘Thank You for Raising the Man of My Dreams’ Cuff Bracelet
icebracelet etsy.com
$64.35

Sometimes the Mama of your man needs a little TLC, too. Make sure she knows you see her in all the good parts about her son. Plus, what Mom wouldn't be proud to wear a bracelet that says, “Thank you for raising the man of my dreams”?

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An At-Home Foot Massager
Shiatsu Deep Tissue Foot Massager
Belmint amazon.com
$139.99
$125.99 (10% off)

Your MIL will seriously love you for life if you gift her this foot massager. All she'll have to do is dip her toes in and sit back and relax. This shiatsu massager is super powerful, so it will seriously work her tootsies out and leave her feeling like she's floating on air when the massage is over. 

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For Espresso on the Go
Wacaco Company MiniPresso GR Espresso Maker
Wacaco Company amazon.com
$54.90

Do you have a coffee addict on your hands? This handheld espresso maker will produce a single shot anytime, anywhere. She can bring it on vacation, brew java at work, or just use it at home for a quick pick-me-up. She'll simply fill one section with water and the other with espresso grounds, and let the machine do its magic.

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A Cozy Bathrobe
Parachute Classic Bathrobe
Parachute parachutehome.com
$99.00

You've heard of Parachute's luxurious sheets and bedding, but their towels and robes are just as high-quality. Made from 100% Turkish cotton in a medium weight, it's the perfect pick for year-round use, with a super plush feel and a midcalf length. Your mother-in-law will so appreciate opening this gift up.

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A Place to Keep Her Wine
Corkcicle Triple Insulated Thermos
Corkcicle amazon.com
$43.98

For a practical gift that also has some style and personality, you can't go wrong with this sleek water bottle/thermos hybrid. With three layers of insulation, there's no messy condensation. 

Plus, it’ll keep liquids hot for more than 12 hours and cold for more than 25 hours. Whether she uses it for coffee, tea, water, or freshly pressed green juice is up to her.

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A Thoughtful Cutting Board
Custom Cutting Board
DragonForgedStudios etsy.com
$29.95

If your mother-in-law is always in the kitchen, gift her this gorgeous custom cutting board. The board comes in three different finishes and three different sizes, and all text is customizable, too.

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A Unique Custom Print
Printable Family Portrait
LouLouArtStudio etsy.com
$25.00

This high-resolution artwork makes a perfect gift for the mother-in-law who has a little extra wall space. Each purchase comes with four different print sizes, so you can choose the one that works best for her setup. 

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A Never-Ending Tea Supply
Sibs by Personalized Tea Gift Card
Sips By sipsby.com
$45.00

If your mother-in-law loves her tea, then this gift card is perfect. It lets her choose her own subscription, so she can customize her tea shipment to her exact liking, whether she's more of a green tea or camomile lady. She'll get to choose four different teas from more than 150 brands across the world.

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A Sweet Gift
UrbanStems X Sugarfina 3 Piece Bento Box
UrbanStems urbanstems.com
$32.00

We're obsessed with UrbanStems and Sugarfina, so we were pumped to hear that the brands for teaming up for a custom bento box. Inside the floral box, she'll get three different kinds of gummies, including Champagne Bears, which is our personal fave.

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A Relaxing Gift
Herbivore Natural Coco Rose Luxe Hydration Trio
Herbivore Botanicals nordstrom.com
$39.00

Give your mother-in-law the gift of hydrated skin with this set from Herbivore. It includes their best-selling body scrub, a face mist, and lip balm. Plus, everything smells divine.  

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The Wine Gift
Vinebox The Rosé Collection
Vinebox getvinebox.com
$65.00

It's officially rosé season, and Vinebox is ready. The brand recently re-launched their rosé box featuring six different wines in 100ml single servings. Gift this to your MIL, and then invite yourself over.

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A Great-Smelling Bubble Bath
Lollia Breathe Bubble Bath
LOLLIA amazon.com
$40.00

If you know your MIL loves to soak, gift her this luxe bottle of Lollia that looks like an aperitif. The quality soap will bubble up and soothe her skin, leaving behind a fragrance of peonies and white lilies. 

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A Citrus Tree
Via Citrus Calamondin Orange Tree
Via Citrus food52.com
$65.00

If your mother-in-law knows a thing or two about growing plants, she'll love this calamondin orange tree. Each tree comes from straight Florida in soil that will help it live a long life. And yes, she can eat the oranges!

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A Funny Mug
Funny Mother-in-Law Mug
IconicPassion etsy.com
$14.99

If you're looking for a funny gift for your mother-in-law, this mug is it. She'll get a kick out of it (hopefully), and think of you when enjoying her morning coffee. Add this medium roast to your cart for the perfect coffee-themed gift.

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A Time-Saving Pan
Our Place Always Pan
Our Place fromourplace.com
$145.00

It seems like Our Place Always Pan is taking over the cookware world, and we understand why. This gift will simplify your MIL's cookware — it takes the place of eight different pans.

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An Olive Oil Set
Brightland The Optimist's Capsule
Brightland brightland.co
$92.00

We use Brightland's olive oil almost every day, and we love the flavor punch you get from just a small drop. This kit comes with their best-selling olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a vegan candle.

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A Wool Blanket
Clootess Chunky Knit Blanket
clootess amazon.com
$129.98

Chunky knit blankets are having a moment, and we think they fit with any decor. This pick comes in several different sizes and colors, and it’s handmade with merino wool.

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A Cute Kettle
COSORI Electric Gooseneck Kettle
COSORI amazon.com
$69.99

We have this electric tea kettle in our home, and it's the one we most recommend for daily tea drinkers who value convenience and precision (along with good looks). The sleek gooseneck spout makes this pick a great mother-in-law gift for its style and practicality.

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A Crossbody Bag
K. Carroll Accessories Harper Crossbody
K. Carroll Accessories amazon.com
$19.99

This handy crossbody bag embraces both style and function with several built-in card slots and an expandable pocket to hold your MIL's phone, lipstick, keys, and sunnies. It's RFID-protected for total safety, and it's super lightweight to tote around town.

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A Cute Pair of Earbuds
Urbanears Luma True Wireless Earbuds
Urbanears amazon.com
$99.99
$69.99 (30% off)

The Urbanears Luma wireless earbuds have an in-ear fit like the regular AirPods, touch-sensitive controls, IPX4 rating for water resistance, and good sound for their price point. Plus, this color is just beautiful, and your mother-in-law will want to wear them all day, every day.

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An Herb-Growing Kit
Backyard Safari Company Cocktails Grow Garden
Backyard Safari Company amazon.com
$13.58

Gift your favorite green thumb a kit to grow their very own garden. This kit focuses on herbs and greens that are popular in cocktails (like lavender, lemon balm, and mint), and contains everything she'll need to get started — heirloom seeds, starter soil, flower pressing and drying guide, and growing instructions.

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A Pretty Candle
Brooklinen Magic Hour Candle
Brooklinen brooklinen.com
$28.00

This clean-burning candle from Brooklinen is plant and mineral-based, and comes with a natural wick, too. Gift your mom the scent of a rose garden that she'll be able to enjoy night after night — burn time is 50-60 hours!

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A Classic Tote Bag
LL Bean Medium Boat and Tote Bag
LL Bean llbean.com
$39.95

This might not be the trendiest tote bag on the market, but it's a classic. The bag comes in four different sizes, and you can get it monogrammed to make the tote an extra special gift for your mother-in-law.

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A Pair of Slip-On Shoes
Allbirds Women's Tree Breezers
Allbirds allbirds.com
$95.00

If your mother-in-law loves a good pair of house shoes, she needs this pair from Allbirds. They're machine-washable, made from renewable materials, and have a thick sole that will support her feet throughout the day.

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