Every mom with a green thumb already owns the requisite spades and hoes, clogs and flower seeds. The people at Simplemente Blanco have thought of something for an avid gardener that even she hasn't realized she needs--a clean-up kit. The sweet boxed set includes a gentle brush to remove grit from under fingernails, leaf-shaped glycerine soap to wash soil away, and bath salts in divine scents for more comprehensive cleansing. Now she can tend to herself with as much care as she tends to her tea roses.

To order, email Simplemente Blanco at contactus@simplementeblanco.com. Or for 29 more bright ideas, check out our mother's day gift guide.

Torn between a giving mom something practical and giving her something indulgent? Let us introduce you to our current obsession: this luxe, oversized toiletry bag-cum-clutch from the brilliant Anya Hindmarch. The quilted, dove grey patent leather wipes clean with a cloth, so mom can feel safe packing it with shampoo bottles and toothpaste on a big trip. Once in the hotel, she can unpack the products and take the pretty thing out to dinner in place of her purse.

For more useful, beautiful finds, check out our mother's day gift guide.

Classic, elegant, stylish...if any of those words describe a mom in your life, she's probably in need of a little Chanel. Our beauty editors have fallen in love with Sycomore, the latest fragrance from the fashion powerhouse. The modern concoction stands out from more traditional floral or powdery scents with its unique combination of sandalwood, cypress, and juniper. The impression left is warm, earthy, and minimal enough to be worn day and night. Overall, a perfect new signature scent.

To buy, contact Bergdorf Goodman at (212) 872-2667. Or for more special beauty loot, check out our mother's day gift guide.

The cliche that you can win a woman's heart with sweets is around for a reason-- sometimes it's true. Not ones for the trite heart-shaped box of chocolates, we at Cookie have an obvious bias about how to best satisfy her sweet tooth. These gift baskets by The Graceful Cookie are full of goodies to sink your teeth into, from Snickerdoodles to chocolate-dipped peanut butter delights. And don't worry--there is more than enough for her to share with family.

For more irresistible present ideas, check out our mother's day gift guide.

For all the loving notes slipped into lunchboxes or snuck into her husband's coat pockets, consider giving the mom in your life this gift set from Elum. The fabric covered box comes brimming with stationery sheets, three kinds of note cards, and corresponding envelopes, all letter-pressed with intricate bird, flower, and bamboo etchings in a springy yellow palette. Bonus: you're practically guaranteed a heartfelt thank you note.

For more tokens to inspire sincere thanks, check out our mother's day gift guide.

For all of the glasses of Sauvignon Blanc you drink once the kids are down for the night, it is good to know someone out there is putting all of their used corks to good use. Lightly's new Eco-Ware line is full of earth-friendly placemats and coasters, made entirely of recycled rubber and wine cork. They are biodegradable, heat resistant, and perfect for protecting the coffee table from your chilled glass of vino.

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During the morning rush the last thing we want is to be leashed to the bathroom by a twisted, tangled cord. Naturally, we were delighted to find the new BarBar 1800 cordless flat iron. We love that it allows us complete freedom to move around while prepping for the busy day ahead. It fires up to a whopping 390 degrees in just three seconds, and holds the heat for up to five minutes at a time. By placing it back on its console to rest, re-charging is effortless and completed by the time you grab a new section of hair. You might just call this your magic wand.

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Why give the same standard cashmere blanket at your next baby shower when the people at Shokay offer something much more special? The company crafts their throws, booties and stuffed animals from luxuriously soft yak down sourced directly from Tibetan herders, helping them to earn a living. We especially love this Tenzing Norgay baby blanket, with it's quirky pattern and cozy feel, named for a Tibetan explorer. Maybe your tot will be inspired by the courage of its namesake.

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With the recent barrage of French indie flicks like Je T'aime Paris and Two Days in Paris, it's high time for a family-friendly tale set in the city of lights. Enter the 1957 Academy Award-winning classic (and one of our editors' long-time favorites), The Red Balloon. The beautiful, silent film has been newly restored, and is available today on DVD for the first time ever. It's sure to inspire travel fantasies in Francophiles tall and small. Tres magnifique!

If every other kid in school also has the Dora bag, consider upgrading to something truly unique. Vessel's Zoo Collection bags are made of sturdy canvas and have bright, graphic designs that featuring giraffes, elephants, and porcupines. The company also makes zippered sacks that are perfect for taking toiletries to sleepaway camp and adorable beach hats.

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