Going empty-handed to your friend, sibling, or cousin’s new house is something most of us prefer to avoid. They are happy to get a house of their own. Hence, the smallest gesture you can do to share that joy with them is to get them a housewarming gift.
But that rarely goes as easy as you expect. From the endless options available, we gathered a list of the most creative gifts that you can get back to whenever you need some inspiration.
25 Unique Housewarming Gifts For New Homeowners
- Read time: 5 min
- Publication date: 02.04.2019
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Gifts For Their Doorway
As they come home after an exhausting day at work, or before they go to have a wild night out, your gift will be the first and the last thing they see.
Flip Rack
A flip rack is a clever way to keep your doorway organized, save storage space and keep your coat, hat or scarf at your disposal. This simple piece can add more style to their home without strangling your budget.
Key Holder
Another item that can go with the personalized cheese board! This state-shaped key holder is magnetic, so they can hang any magnetic-friendly item they would like to keep within reach.
Door Mat
A classic that never gets old! But it doesn’t have to be boring. Get them one with a hint of something they are passionate about, like a beach themed doormat if they are sea lovers.
Gifts For Their Living room
We also have selected some gifts for the living room where they can relax, surrounded by decors that combine style, modernity and fun.
Sofa Arm Table
Finally, thanks to you they will not have to leave the couch anymore. Well, unless it’s for other natural needs.
Bedside Smartphone Vase
Yes, they can finally water their background picture. Come on, we all thought about it, at least once.
Light Ceiling Chandelier
A chandelier will add a soft light to their room as they sit together and watch tv. It creates a stunning focal point for any living room with its quality lighting.
Harry Potter Hogwarts Express Bookends
Don’t worry the books are fine and it looks amazing. A Hogwarts Express looking like going in a book tunnel for your Harry Potter’s fan friends or Family.
Round Wall Mirror
To contemplate the awesome people living in the other end of the Mirror. Yeah, we know you are your biggest fan, and they probably are too!
Gifts For Their Kitchen
The kitchen is where they prepare and have their meals or even host their parties. Therefore, getting functional items with a touch of fun will make the ideal gift for them.
Soup/Cereal Bowls
Everyone uses bowls at least once every day, so they might as well have fun ones to use for their cereals, soup, or even salads. Get them bowls with their favorite colors and watch the happiness on their face!
Fruit Basket
Introducing this simple item can add fun colors to every kitchen. Yellow, green, orange, or red will make their space more joyful, and keep a healthy snack easily accessible for them.
Placemats
Nothing reflects a classy home more than fancy placemats. Relax, fancy doesn’t always mean expensive. We found some affordable yet fascinating placemats for you.
French Coffee Press
If your friend considers coffee making a sacred ritual, this is the ideal gift for them. It is perfect to make their coffee _à la français_e and savor it as if they are in the heart of Paris.
Personalized Cheese Board
This one is a special gift for cheese lovers ! It is custom-made cheese board in the shape of any state, so they can have their favorite cheese in their favorite state, without leaving the comfort of their new home!
Auto Pan Stirrer
The ultimate gift for lazy chefs or multi-taskers. They can let their food stirr as they are busy preparing the rest of the meal, or just scrolling on Instagram. We are not here to judge.
Gifts For Their Bedroom
A nice bedroom gift will help your friends get comfortable in their new house, and give them a good night’s sleep as they start to get used to the new environment.
Smart Alarm
Waking up on an annoying alarm clock can be the worst way to start the day. Let your friend wake up calmly to the light of a smart alarm, as it simulates the sunrise.
Scented Candles
From Long Winter’s Nap, Homesick, to Sunday Morning, candles now have the coolest names. Choose the funniest ones to give to your friends and they will have a reason to smile whenever they light it up!
White Noise Machine
If your friend is a light sleeper, he or she will be thankful to you for life when you will get them a white noise machine. They will be finally getting a healthy night sleep without waking up at the slightest noise.
Snow Globe
On the times it is not snowing outside, watching the snowfall in their globe will remind them of the cold winter nights and the hot chocolate mugs.
Fuzzy Blanket
A soft and cosy blanket will keep them in bed all day long. Although this is not something you'd want, how much they love it will make you proud!
Essential Oil Diffuser
If they have the fear of burning the house down with a scented candle, your friends are more of an essential oils diffuser person. It is soothing, safe, and aesthetic.
Pillows
There’s nothing better than a fluffy bed full of small pillows hugging you from each side. This is the feeling your friend or family member will be getting when they jump on their bed next to your pillows after a tiring day.
Outdoor Decor
Decorating the garden is just as important as decorating the inside of the house. The homeowners will be happy to add a beautiful piece to their garden, the place that most other homeowners often neglect.
Sculpture
A meditating Buddha or a smiling sculpture will remind your friend with this ancient art that stood the test of time. A sculpture of a famous personaity would be even better.
Hammock
What's better than a swing you can sleep in? We will answer that for you: Absolutely nothing! Imagine closing your eyes and relaxing in your comfy hammock as the spring winds caress your body. You like that scenario? That's how much your friend, cousin or sibling will like your gift too!
Lanterns
The tangled shadows this sphere will cast on the garden will give it a mythical sensation, and add beauty to their barbecue parties.
Pathway Lights
Stylish pathway lights will give a magical touch to their garden as they sit by it at night contemplating the stunning view , or as they read their favorite book under its light.
Now you have it, a complete list of every item that you could possibly get your friend or family as a housewarming gift. But after all, it all depends on the person the gift is dedicated to. So keep their preferences in mind to choose wisely!