Mother's Day in Australia falls on Sunday 10 May 2026. If you've ever stood in a chemist on Saturday afternoon picking between candles and bath salts, this guide is for you.
A custom paint-by-numbers kit made from your own photo is one of the few gifts that's both thoughtful and useful — Mum gets a creative project and a finished piece of art.
Why Mums Love a Custom Kit
A custom paint-by-numbers based on a family photo (grandchildren, pets, a favourite holiday spot) lands differently from any off-the-shelf gift. It says 'I chose this specifically for you'.
And unlike most gifts, it gives her something to do for weeks afterwards.
The Photo Brief
Choose a photo with a clear subject, soft natural light, and faces (or pet) looking toward the camera. Avoid busy backgrounds and group shots with more than 3–4 people.
Higher resolution = better result. Pull it from the original gallery, not a screenshot. Our full guide to which photos make the best kits covers the rest.
Order-By Dates for Australia
For Mother's Day 2026, order custom kits by Sunday 26 April to be comfortable. Premium and rush options can extend that — but plan for production plus shipping plus a buffer for Australia Post.
Earlier is always safer.
Three Gift Ideas at Three Price Points
Small (around $59): a 30×40 cm custom canvas of a single grandchild or pet.
Medium ($79–99): a 40×50 cm custom canvas with a beautifully wrapped kit including brushes and paints.
Premium ($119+): a 50×70 cm canvas of a special family photo, paired with a printed reference card and a handwritten note. A framed 40×50 cm kit sits in the same bracket if you'd rather it arrive ready to hang.
Presenting the Gift
Wrap simply in linen-look paper, add a sprig of eucalyptus, and a card with the photo printed at postcard size on the inside. The unboxing becomes part of the gift.
Don't forget to include a small note that the painting itself is also a gift — many mums don't realise.
A custom paint-by-numbers turns Mother's Day from a moment into a project. Order early, choose the photo carefully, and Mum will be talking about this one for years.
— Be Artistic Club