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57 Functional Mother's Day Gifts

These Mother's Day Gift Ideas Key in on Use and Functionality

— March 21, 2013 — Eco
Although cute cupcakes and beautiful jewelry are romantic gifts, it is certainly also necessary to key in on some more functional Mother's Day gift ideas in an era where most mothers are busy and working.

Buying an item that will make your mother's life even a tad bit easier goes a long way, especially if she is a working woman. From extremely rapid all-inclusive sandwich makers to fishtank-planker hybrids, there are numerous smart gadgets that would make an amazing gift for Mother's Day this year.

Is she into gardening? Cooking? Baking? If she is a home-stay mom, perhaps think about getting her a wireless robotic vacuum or an ultra-functional kitchen gadget such as a juicing water infuser. Although not the sweetest, your functional gifts will certainly get a lot of use, which in my opinion is more valuable as well as still filled with affection.
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Glacier Glass Condiments
Glacier Glass Condiments
Peter Zumthor Glazed Glass Condiments are Usefully Elegant
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Illusionary Cleaning Covers
Illusionary Cleaning Covers
The Vaulot & Dyevre 'Edition Cinna' Fantome Collection Hides
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Screen-Cleaning Styluses
Screen-Cleaning Styluses
The iPen Has a Pull-Back Cloth That Allows You to Clean Your Devices
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Sleek Robotic Pool Cleaners
Sleek Robotic Pool Cleaners
The iRobot Mirra 530 Tackles Your Pool’s Dirt and Grime
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Computer-Cleaning Caddies
Computer-Cleaning Caddies
The Techlink Keepit Clean is a Complete Toolkit for Tidying Electronics
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Break Apart Seating
Break Apart Seating
The 3/4 Place Keeper Chair by Julian Sterz Separates into Four Pieces
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Bird Feed Kitchenware
Bird Feed Kitchenware
The Smart Space Wall Mount Food Dispensers Are Avian-Esque
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Non-Chemical Keyboard Cleaners
Non-Chemical Keyboard Cleaners
The Hurricane 2 Canless Air System Blasts Away Dirt
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Unplugged Handheld Hoovers
Unplugged Handheld Hoovers
The Gtech AirRam Cordless Vacuum is Streamlined and Mess-Free
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Pocket-Bearing Boots
Pocket-Bearing Boots
The LUME Footwear Jr. Sleeve Collection is Convenient
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Charismatic Cleaning Gadgets
Charismatic Cleaning Gadgets
The Cocorobo Vacuum is Packed with Personality
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Voguish Retailer Collaborations
Voguish Retailer Collaborations
Neiman Marcus for Target Holiday Collection is Designer-Worthy
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Paper-Cleaning Pencils
Paper-Cleaning Pencils
Yang:Ripol Makes Fun and Multifunctional Stationery for Modern Students
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Recycled Mainsail Sacks
Recycled Mainsail Sacks
Shanti Yoga Mat Totes Harness the Winds of Tranquility for Practical Use
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Handheld Wireless Vacuums
Handheld Wireless Vacuums
The Kobold VC100 is a Compact Carpet Cleaner
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Dirt-Detecting Vacuum Cleaners
Dirt-Detecting Vacuum Cleaners
This Vacuum Adjusts Air Flow and Suction to Maximize Cleaning
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Wireless Robotic Vacuums
Wireless Robotic Vacuums
The Irobot Roomba 790 Can Be Commanded More Conveniently
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Effortless Glass Scrubbers
Effortless Glass Scrubbers
The Papagio Mechanical Sweeper Reaches the Bottom of the Bottle
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Laundry-Encouraging Basins
Laundry-Encouraging Basins
The Blink Sink by Sanindusa Brings Back the Hand Washing Tradition
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Yoga-Posed Object Holders
Yoga-Posed Object Holders
The Versatile YOGA Stands are Not Just for Your Smartphone
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Robotic Barbecue Cleaners
Robotic Barbecue Cleaners
The Grillbots Clean All the Dirt and Grime Away After You Finish Cooking
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Helpful Wicker Home Organizers
Helpful Wicker Home Organizers
The 'Seagrass Stair Basket' Will Make Cleaning Up Easy
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Pigeon-Posed Lighting
Pigeon-Posed Lighting
The Scooby-Doo Table Lamp by Giorgio Bonaguro has Minimalist Character
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Travel-Friendly Yoga Gloves
Travel-Friendly Yoga Gloves
Yoga Paws Conveniently Replace the Clunky Mats for You On the Go
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Digital Media Jeans
Digital Media Jeans
The Replay Social Denim Keeps People Connected Via Clothing
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Interchangable Lensed Camera Cases
Interchangable Lensed Camera Cases
The iZZi Orbit Turns Your iPhone 5 into a Chic Gadget
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Slender Fluid Filters
Slender Fluid Filters
Elegant Tower Glassware Purifies Tap Water for a Perfect Hydrating Drink
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Self-Resting Cooking Tools
Self-Resting Cooking Tools
These Smart Cooking Tools Prove They are Comrades in the Kitchen
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Homegrown Food Mechanisms
Homegrown Food Mechanisms
The Windowfarms Project Launches a New Vertical Food Garden
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Protective Tablet Pouches
Protective Tablet Pouches
Tabu Introduces Its New Versatile iPad Protector
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Lush Disc-Like Lighting
Lush Disc-Like Lighting
The Babylon Pendant Lamp by Ryan Taylor is a Hanging Garden
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Chilled Java Makers
Chilled Java Makers
The Mizudashi Cold Coffee Brewer Makes Deliciously Icy Drinks
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Geometric Stacking Saucers
Geometric Stacking Saucers
Add Dimension to the Meal with Triangle and Square Dish Sets
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Camera-Cleaning Cases
Camera-Cleaning Cases
Identity for iPhone 5 by Ace Display Has a Sliding Component for Protection
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Origami-Inspired Yoga Mats
Origami-Inspired Yoga Mats
YoFoMat is Compact and Folds into the Size of a Book for Easy Handling
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Conversational Kitchen Crockery
Conversational Kitchen Crockery
The Speech Dish Set Serves Up a Scrumptious Discussion at Supper
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Nature-Infused Smartphone Proectors
Nature-Infused Smartphone Proectors
Icy Series and Buddy Rooty Phone Covers are Adorably Natural
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Model-Thin Coffee Makers
Model-Thin Coffee Makers
The Espresso Machine by Tal Derry is Stylish and Compact
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Standing Swinging Utensils
Standing Swinging Utensils
These Swinging Tongs Eliminate the Hassle of Messy Countertops
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Recyclable Recycling Bins
Recyclable Recycling Bins
TOT Garbage Can Improves and Embodies Good Waste Management Practices
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Magnetized Exercise Mats
Magnetized Exercise Mats
The Nadi Yoga Mats Will Roll Without a Hitch
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Hi-Tech Teeth-Cleaning Hubs
Hi-Tech Teeth-Cleaning Hubs
The Oral Care Motivator Reminds You to Wash Your Pearly Whites
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Clip-On Kitchen Receptacles
Clip-On Kitchen Receptacles
Scrap Trap Facilitates the Cleaning of Countertops in one Swift Motion
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Suit-Compressing Cases
Suit-Compressing Cases
The Freefold Bag Prevents Creases and Unwanted Wrinkling When Traveling
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Sustainable Clothing Washers
Sustainable Clothing Washers
The 'GiraDora' Manual Washing Machine Could Drastically Aid the Poor
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Built-In Planter Furniture
Built-In Planter Furniture
The Volcane and Lagune Coffee Tables by Bellila
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Peculiar Pasta Cookers
Peculiar Pasta Cookers
The Udon Noodle Box Modernizes Form and Function by the Mouthful
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Juicing Water Infusers
Juicing Water Infusers
The Citrus Zinger Adds Flavor to Your Workout
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Miniaturized Washing Machines
Miniaturized Washing Machines
The Swash by King Jim is Made with Small Apartments in Mind
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Model Townhouse Plant Pots
Model Townhouse Plant Pots
The Metaphys Ienami Planters Combine Endearing Sculpture and Greenery
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Upscale Baby Car Seats
Upscale Baby Car Seats
Maxi-Cozi Pria 70 Launched a Leather Edition for Traveling in Style
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Kitchen-Ready Tablet Docks
Kitchen-Ready Tablet Docks
The Prep Step iPad Stand Outfits Your Device to be the Perfect Cookbook
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Fishtank-Planter Hybrids
Fishtank-Planter Hybrids
The Aquaponics Garden Feeds Fish Excretion to Herbs for Nutrients
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Stylishly Wrapped Workout Socks
Stylishly Wrapped Workout Socks
The Nike Studio Wrap Kicks are Minimalist
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Clever Culinary Collections
Clever Culinary Collections
Housewares by Gaz Brown Serve Up an Extra Course of Convenience
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Self-Sustaining Seed Servers
Self-Sustaining Seed Servers
Elica Idroponica is a Domestic Hydroponic Ideal for Urban Cultivation
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