Thoughtful Housewarming Gifts to Celebrate Their Big Move
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Let's set the scene: You're headed to a housewarming party for one of your closest friends or family members and you're stressed. It's not that you're late for the event, or even that you're showing up empty-handed. No, your predicament is that you've got a thoroughly unoriginal housewarming gift in tow, and you're faced with the possibility of revealing to your host that you're not as brilliant and stylish as she thought you were. Relax. This list of the best housewarming gift ideas is here to help!
You'll find both thoughtful and useful housewarming gifts like simple-but-inspired gifts for home cooks and rarely-gifted home accessories. Whether you're looking to be crowned "Best Guest," need a Christmas present for someone who recently moved, or just want to share a thoughtful find with a best friend, there's at least one thing on our list that'll get you there. Among our favorites is a vintage floral tea kettle that'll help them get their daily caffeine fix, a set of baking salts featuring dessert-ready flavors, and soap made from wine (yes, really!).
You'll also find tons of personalized housewarming gift ideas, like a custom door knocker, a pretty painting of their new place, a cute door mat, and plenty of cozy gifts like a cashmere throw blanket and a tabletop fire pit. No matter what you choose, rest assured you'll be the first to be invited back for many more gatherings to come!
Looking for more thoughtful gifts? Try:
Wood and Marble Wine Chiller
This handcrafted marble wine holder is the perfect way to keep their favorite wine cold, and the acacia wood base keeps it from leaving a ring on the table. Engrave a monogram in the center to make it extra special.
Welcome Home Verdant Garden
A little indoor succulent garden is a such a lovely way to add freshness to their new space. This one is a great choice because the gift box actually doubles as a planter, so they don't have to replant them.
State Spoon Rest
Did they just move to a new state? Give them a spoon rest that represents their new home, or even better yet, one that represents their home state! It can double as a trinket dish, too.
Mongolian Cashmere Throw
A cashmere throw blanket is the ultimate in luxury. And thanks to Quince, it is more affordable, too. Choose between six pretty colors and get free shipping!
Custom Engraved Solid Brass Door Knocker
What a way to greet guests! There are 14 different fonts to choose from to really personalize this to their taste. They'll love to hang it up and welcome everyone over.
Pura Smart Fragrance Diffuser
Give them the gift of making their new home smell so good all the time! This diffuser is a smart device, meaning it can be controlled from a phone to adjust fragrance intensity, set schedules and timers, and more.
ButcherBox eGift Card
One of the last things they want to do after moving into a new house is to go grocery shopping. Make it easier on them with a gift card to ButcherBox. They can order high quality meats right to their door!
Dried Floral Bouquet
A bouquet of flowers is always a good idea, but do you know what's even better? A bouquet of dried flowers! They will last months if not years and only require an occasional dusting to stay beautiful.
FinaMill Spice Grinder
There are spice grinders, and then there is the FinaMill. Its award-winning design and interchangeable spice pods make it one of those gadgets you didn't know you needed until you use it.
Solo Stove Mesa Tabletop Fire Pit
Just because they make lack major outdoor space doesn't mean they can't enjoy a fire pit. Give them a little tabletop version so they can enjoy the outside, roasting marshmallows or just chilling.
New Home Wine Gift Bag
If you aren't quite sure what to get, buy a nice bottle of wine and this cute gift bag! Its affordable and a no-brainer, but it still feels like you put effort into the idea.
Ring Video Doorbell
When they're not home, they'll know their home is safe with this video doorbell—75,000 reviewers would agree! The two-way feature make it possible for them to see, hear, and even speak to anyone who comes knocking on their door.
'Bless This Mess' Throw Pillow
Talk about a relevant gift! 😂 Spruce up their home with this top-rated throw pillow, which reads "Bless This Mess." No matter how tidy they are, they'll surely get a laugh.
'First Christmas' Ornament
"First Christmas in Our New Home," reads this fabulous, key-shaped ornament, which you can also customize with a set of first names. They'll treasure it for years.
Custom House Portrait
This stunning portrait will make them even more excited about their recent move. It's also a lovely way to commemorate the home they're moving out of.
New Home Candle
Celebrate their brand-new digs with a beautiful candle they can display right in their entryway. A ceramic holder and sandalwood essential oil mean it's both stylish and fragrant.
Personalized Cutting Board
Not only is the floral design on this cutting board beautiful, but it's also an extremely useful kitchen accessory. They'll be smitten with those personalized details.
Dessert and Baking Salts
How cool is this? Offer your friend this sampler of salts specifically intended for dessert and baking, and you just might get to reap the edible benefits.
The Pioneer Woman Clara 20-Piece Gadget Set
Kitchen prep just got way more fun thanks to these cheerful and colorful measuring cups, knives, spatulas, whisk, and spoon rest. Oh, and yes, it comes with a cutting board, too!
Wine Soaps
Notes of real wine pervade these hand soaps, and they're also just plain beautiful! It's a set of four with scents reminiscent of chardonnay, cabernet, pinot noir, and pinot grigio.
Home Owner Mug
Is this their first time owning a home? Celebrate that fact with this simple but sweet mug. You can add the year, too! It's both microwave and dishwasher safe.
'The Pioneer Woman Cooks--Dinner's Ready!'
Give them an excuse to unpack their kitchen first! This bestselling cookbook offers 112 of Ree's easy but flavorful step-by-step recipes, good for any level of cook.
The Pioneer Woman Home Sweet Home Kitchen Towels
Give their kitchen a dash of farmhouse flair with these pretty towels. The geometric design is reminiscent of a cross-stitched pattern.
Metal Address Sign
You'll love the look of this metal plate, whioch calls attention to their new address and will make them super proud. There are six pretty colors to choose from and two different sizes.
The Pioneer Woman Vintage Floral Air Fryer
Give them an air fryer and you're guaranteed to be friends for life. This one has eight preset options, making it super user friendly. It will look so pretty on their counter, too!
Welcome Custom Doormat
What better way to celebrate their new home than by starting at the front door? This coir doormat is the perfect gift to really make them feel at home.
The Pioneer Woman Vintage Floral 8-in-1 Food Slicer & Chopper
This food chopper makes cutting up their favorite veggies easy. It features eight different long-lasting blades that make slicing and dicing as simple as pushing down.
Distressed Rose + Vine Terracotta Vase
Get a vase that's pretty even without the flowers! There are multiple sizes to choose from, all made of terracotta clay and intentionally distressed with an iridescent finish.
The Pioneer Woman Sweet Rose 2-Quart Tea Kettle
A home's not a home until you've had a cup of tea in it! This kettle boils water in just minutes and will look so pretty doing it. If you want to make it a larger gift, simply buy some tea bags to go with it.
Self-Inking Address Stamp
Encourage them to send you a few letters with this self-inking address stamp: It's a useful and personal choice. There are nine fun colors to choose from and give up to 5,000 impressions before needing to be replaced.
The Pioneer Woman Floral 2-Quart Dutch Oven
Durable enameled cast iron will keep this gorgeous blue Dutch oven looking this pretty for years and years. A floral knob and patterned lid add a touch of whimsy.
Ceramic Berry Baskets
Admit it: You're smitten with these ceramic berry baskets already. It's a set of four that are dishwasher safe, so they'll be used a lot. They are practical and decorative!
Engraved Wooden Spoons
Engrave their names on these wooden spoons, and prepare to make their day—or year! They are handmade and constructed out of solid, sturdy olive wood.
Personalized Swivel Cheese Board
Who doesn't love a good charcuterie or cheese board? With this set, they'll have a great reason to invite you over and serve you some. It also folds down to a small wedge for storage.
Personalized Kitchen Apron
Add their name to this stylish apron, and you've got yourself a fantastic gift that'll suit just about anyone's taste. There are several font colors and apron designs to choose from.
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