Funny Things to Write in a Mother's Day Card

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40 Free Printable Mother's Day Cards to Give to Mom This Year

Last-minute gifters, this one's for you! Here are some thoughtful ideas you can print right from your home.

It's so easy to get caught up in the everyday minutia and forget about important holidays like Mother's Day. It seems like it happens every year — winter flies by, and suddenly the spring holidays have arrived. Maybe you got your dates confused and just like that, the big day has arrived and you don't have a Mother's Day gift or even a card. But don't panic. You can find a number of free, printable Mother's Day cards online — all you have to do is print, cut, fold, color, and write a heartfelt message thanking Mom for all she's done for you. These cards don't even require a trip to the store!

Mother's Day is usually a day focused on acts of service: breakfast in bed, brunch with Mom, a spa day. But this year, your holiday plans might have changed. Maybe you can't make it to see Mom in person, but that doesn't mean you can't still celebrate her come May 9. Just place one of these cards in the mail to make her day special — just because they are free doesn't make them any less thoughtful.

Whether she appreciates a card that's funny or one that's sentimental, there is sure to be a printable Mother's Day card that shows just how much you love her. And don't worry, she'll never guess that you waited until the last minute this year! Check out these printable notes to find the perfect one for your mom.

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Cartoon Bouquet

Send Mom the gift of a beautiful bouquet via this pretty card. And, hey, maybe send some real flowers with it, too — just because.

Get the printable at Greetings Island.

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Mommin' Aint Easy

Let mom know that you understand the struggles of motherhood with this silly tongue-in-cheek Mother's Day card. Mommin' definitely isn't easy, but it's a little less hard on this special holiday.

Get the printable at Greetings Island.

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Letter to Mom

A card and craft all in one, this interactive fill-in-the-blank letter to Mom is the perfect way for children to tell her how much they love her. And it's suitable for all ages if another adult can help little kids fill out the prompts.

Get the printable here.

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Home Is Where Mom Is

It's true that wherever mom is, that's where you probably feel most at peace. Mothers have such a special way of making anything feel homey.

Get the printable at the Cottage Market.

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Mother's Day Coloring Card

This card can be printed as is, and it's gorgeous. But it can also be printed without the colors so kids can decorate it themselves.

Get the printable at Sarah Renae Clark.

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Thank You For Always Hanging In There

For the Mom who's been with you through everything.

Get the printable at Clean & Scentsible.

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Simple Card

Sometimes it's best to stick with something simple that will still let her know how much you love her. For the minimalist mom, this is the way to go.

Get the printable at October Ink.

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Handwritten Script

Cursive isn't going out of style any time soon, and this is truly elegant card for any elegant mother.

Get the printable from Saffron Avenue.

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Coolest Mom Around

She's not a regular mom, she's a cool mom. Plus, the penguin illustration is too cute.

Get the printable at Clean & Scentsible.

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Patterned Printable

This brightly patterned card is sure to stand out among the many your mom will receive this Mother's Day. And there are several more color and design options at the link.

Get the printable from Alice and Lois.

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Happy Mother's Day DIY Coloring Card

You can print this simple card and fill in the drawings with color for a custom look. Or keep it black and white for a mom with minimalistic style.

Get the printable at Ting and Things.

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Mothers In Action

This card features a quote from writer Margaret Nadauld, and it couldn't be more true. Strength comes in many forms.

Get the printable at Tatertots & Jello.

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Pastel Watercolor

When you print this out, it will look like you took the time to watercolor the card yourself. And the pastel color scheme goes so well with the season.

Get the printable at Print Pretty Cards.

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I'm So Happy You're My Mom

This straightforward and sweet card will tell Mom how you really feel about her.

Get the tutorial at Catch My Party.

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To Us, You Are The World

Remind Mom how big a role she plays in your life with this sweet and colorful card.

Get the printable at Six Clever Sisters.

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I Appreciate You Even More

If you have children of your own, you can appreciate that much more what your mother did for you. Time to thank her for it.

Get the printable at Tinsel Box.

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You're Just My Cup of Tea

For moms who love puns (and tea), here's the perfect printable. Take it the extra mile by taping some tea bags inside for her to enjoy.

Get the printable at Catch My Party.

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Mom You Are Nothing Short of Extraordinary

This card says it all: your mother is extraordinary, and it's time she knew that.

Get the printable at Ink Struck.

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Queen of Mothers

Treat your mother like royalty with this customizable card. Visit the link below to personalize it with Mom's photo.

Get the printable at Greetings Island.

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Irreplaceable

Not only is this saying totally accurate, but it's so cute with the lemon pattern. She may just want to display it all year long.

Get the printable at Six Clever Sisters.

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Motherly Attributes

This creative play on the word "mother" allows you to show your mom what all her wonderful attributes are.

Get the printable at Greetings Island.

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A Forever Love

Even when you grow up and there's distance between you and Mom, you're in each other's hearts. A great reminder for mother and child alike.

Get the printable at Diaper Style Memoirs.

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Mom You're A Gem

A ll moms are gems, especially yours.

Get the printable at Catch My Party.

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First My Mother, Forever My Friend

She's your mom, but over the years, you have become each other's best friends.

Get the printable at Everyday Home.

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Forever My Friend

This is the same sentiment but in a different color scheme, so you can keep the quote but get whatever style suits your mother best.

Get the printable at Lolly Jane.

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Thanks for Everything

No, seriously. Thanks for everything. Moms do so much, and Mother's Day is the perfect day to show your appreciation with this card.

Get the printable at Ting and Things.

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Happy Mother's Day

This simple but beautiful printable card channels the spirit of the holiday and the floral theme of the spring season. A win-win.

Get the printable at Tinsel Box.

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Mom, Turns Out You Were Totally Right

You may have gotten frustrated with all her advice when you were young, but when you reach adulthood you often realize that Mom had it right all along. Time to own up.

Get the printable at The Dating Divas.

Annie O'Sullivan Editorial Assistant As a member of the Special Projects Team, Annie works with the GH Tested program writing up product reviews and roundups and helps plan and run annual expos and events like the GH Parenting Summit, Xmas in July Expo, Cleaning Summit, Winter Essentials Expo, and more.

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Funny Things to Write in a Mother's Day Card

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