These days, we don’t visit each other at home quite as much as we used to. Special occasions can still call for an in-person visit, though – and when someone who is important to you buys a new home, that truly is a special occasion!
We have compiled a list of gifts for your wonderful variety of friends and family that will be appreciated- the kind that won’t be condemned to the clutter pile.
If you don’t want to show up empty-handed, here are 20 housewarming gift ideas to take with you:
1. For the Chef
On a budget:
A rice cooker…but for the microwave. Only the absolute purist would object to a quicker way to prepare rice! This affordable little kitchen gadget won’t break the bank, and it will give the chef more time and space to focus on creating other dishes.
If you want to splurge a little:
The kitchen perfectionist will love this all-the-rage sous vide. Bonus: When you are invited for dinner, you will be guaranteed a flawlessly cooked meal, worthy of the world’s top rated restaurants!
2. For the Gardener
On a budget:
For the first time home owner who can’t wait to play in the dirt on the property they own, this complete set of garden tools is a thoughtful gift to help them enjoy their new passion.
If you want to splurge a little:
No matter the time of year, this sleek starter kit allows the green thumb to do its thing. Can’t go wrong with fresh herbs!
3. For the Work-Weary
On a budget:
In almost every staged home, you will find a bathtub caddy tray to hold a scented candle, a book, and a glass of wine to take bath time to the next level of relaxation. Add a little luxury to their evening soak – just make sure the house has a tub!
If you want to splurge a little:
Always appreciated, but seldom something a person will buy for herself (especially after a purchase as large as a house) – thick, fluffy Turkish towels. These ones already come in a gift box.
4. For the Wine Lover
On a budget:
A thoughtful gift to the wine lover that is as affordable as it is practical!
If you want to splurge a little:
A classic wine rack to display favourite bottles and keep a few glasses handy in case company drops in when it’s safe.
5. For the Moms and Dads
On a budget:
Engraving the family name on a set of coasters could be the trick that gets the kids using them!
If you want to splurge a little:
No visual preview here, but plenty of young parents would appreciate a gift card to a local cleaning service or a meal delivery service. An open ended certificate that they can use when life gets stressful and they need a break might just make you their hero.
6. For the Empty Nesters
On a budget:
For down-sizers who are in their first “adults-only” home and loving it, this sign may hold a place of honour in the house.
If you want to splurge a little:
Now that the kids are out of the house, treat them to a space saving bluetooth speaker that fills the new house with the music they love!
7. For the Fun-Lover
On a budget:
Even the beloved class clown eventually gets serious enough to buy their first house. Help them keep their sense of humour alive and well with one of these cheeky gifts.
You don’t even have to splurge:
What’s more romantic than cooking for two?
8. For the Pet Lover
On a budget:
If you know that the cat will rule the roost, some written ground rules might be appreciated.
If you want to splurge a little:
Let visitors know at the welcome mat that this home is pet-friendly.
9. For the Avid Golfer
On a budget:
Use a variation of this for aficionados of any sport, really – but this one goes to the golfing enthusiasts. An engraved flask for “fuel” before or after a game.
If you want to splurge a little:
…and stick with the theme of “liquid confidence,” you might choose to add this to the bar display of the serious golf (almost) pro.
10. For the Home Office Worker
On a budget:
If space is limited, add a little whimsy to the home-office desk with this little guy who is happy to hold a phone and pencils.
If you want to splurge a little:
For the home-worker who would appreciate feeling like an executive – this may be the perfect addition to the private office.
Finding just the right gift can be a challenge. We hope this list has provided a little inspiration to help you celebrate the new home owners in your life!
