5 apps to help you prepare for mother’s day

Whether you're low on time or just want to do something more personal

Being a mother is definitely a full time job, and sometimes we do take them and what they do for us for granted. In this fast-paced world, at times we overlook our mothers and the millions of ways in which they support us every day, without even getting a simple ‘thank you’ in response. For being the most important person in our lives, we believe every day should be mother’s day, but alas, we get one day to go all out in our pursuit to make them feel special. So, have you left it too late to do something extravagant for your deserving moms? Or do you want to do something from the heart to show her that you appreciate her effort? Here is a list of five apps that will help you prepare for her big day:

Craftsy



Craftsy is your one stop shop for crafting tutorials. Offering a myriad of classes in nearly every craft one can think of. From how to decorate cakes to learning how to sew, Craftsy offers you a chance to add sentimental value to anything you might want to make for your mother. Not to mention, this app comes in handy especially if you have close to no time to make your move! Also, if you find yourself incapable of crafting something yourself, you could introduce your mother to the app and watch her work her creativity. Craftsy can be found on both the Google Play Store and ITunes.

Pinterest



Also for those who feel like making something for their mothers. Unlike the last app on the list, you will not be able to find libraries of tutorials here but Pinterest is great for those who need ideas and inspiration. So if you find yourself wondering what to make and are at the point where you’re brainstorming, it will most definitely be helpful scouring through the multitude of user submissions and ideas. The app already has a user base of its own and has gained a fan following because of how handy it is, doesn’t matter how creative you are. Pinterest is available on both the Google Play Store and ITunes.

Splice



Do you want to show your mother how much you care about her? What’s better than a video of all the memories you cherish together as a family? A video works as an apt finishing to a memorable mother’s day dinner where you can visually depict elements of your relationship that are hard to put into words. Lucky for you Splice exists. Splice lets you edit videos and short movies with relative ease, needing no prior video editing experience from the user’s side. Apply filters, adjust backgrounds and further beautify clips with a few easy taps, and you’re on your way! Splice is available on ITunes only.

FoodPanda



If there is one company that understands the importance of mother’s day, its FoodPanda. Their mother’s day campaign, specifically their campaign video struck a very emotional nerve with people and their ability to make that connection with their users is the hallmark of this company. Taking minimum effort, one can order a delicious meal, get the family together, put your phones to the side and give your mother that intimate family time that you know she values more than anything in the world. With the variety of discounted deals they offer, this option would not only be cost effective, but also fairly convenient, in fact, if you order on mother's day FoodPanda will send a complimentary gift and free dessert for your mom! FoodPanda can be found on both the Google Play Store and ITunes.


Food Network In The Kitchen
Nothing says “I care” more than a meal you cook with your own two hands; because hey, even if you get it wrong, your mother will still be taken aback by the fact that you tried in the first place. Food Network In The Kitchen has a catalogue of over 50,000 recipes catering to all kinds of taste pallets. There is a wide variety of healthy and guilty-pleasure meals that one can choose from, making this the go-to online recipe book. Food Network In The Kitchen can be found on both the Google Play Store and ITunes.