Great Housewarming Gift Ideas for New Homeowners

A new space needs very less décor but a bit of extra love to make it feel like home. When you help your family and friends unload the truck and move into a new apartment or house, a note or two and personalised gifts can light up their mood as well as the abode. 

But before you choose the easy way out and buy a bottle of wine or a bunch of flowers, think deeply if you really want to be one of those who gift something ubiquitous. In all fairness, these two ideas should either be the last in your list or eliminated. At the same time, don’t be that person who walks in empty-handed! 

When investing in a housewarming gift, select an item that will actually mean something to them and be distinctive more than just being super expensive. It can be something traditional or unique; something funny or useful; something personalised or universal – it doesn’t matter how big or small the gift is, as long as it is something that the new homeowner is sure to be pleased about. 

We present you a few insightful suggestions in this post. 

Plants

Any new home will gain a sense of positivity and freshness from some greenery – it enlivens the space and fetches natural beauty to the ambience. It’s best to invest in multiple small potted plants than a single large one, which the homeowner may find difficult to place.

Nothing can be better than some traditional aloe, jade, or bamboo plants, or get creative with exotic spices or fresh herbs in attractive, colourful pots. 

Picture frames

There’s nobody who doesn’t like being surrounded by a few photos of loved ones, so a picture frame or family tree will always come handy. Let it be a classic wood frame or the one made from crystal, silver, bamboo, or glass. Photo frames can never get too old or boring and can fill up the new space with a touch of emotions, instantly. 

Artwork

Framed paintings, small statuettes, art prints, and wood carvings make cool housewarming gifts as they add an aesthetic appeal to the new home. Wall décor can be particularly helpful since it can help the homeowners beautify the bare walls and make the space feel warm, more like home. 

However, be mindful of the fact that artwork is a risky present – it may not match with the receiver’s personal aesthetic style and taste. So, it’s wise to invest in an art piece only if you are confident of the preference or the specific artist the person admires. 

Cosy rugs

One can never have too many rugs or get tired of it. A pair or two of warm throw blankets is something that will prove useful, and at the same time, preserve the memory of your gift for a long time. But unless you are sure of the interiors, theme, patterns, or colour palette that the new homeowner has chosen for the house, try sticking to solid neutral shades. If you know the person is playing it safe with neutrals, choose bold colours of rugs to give them a hint of contrast they may not realise that they need. 

Spice rack

If the person who’s about to receive the gift is fond of cooking or possesses particular excitement about having their new kitchen setup, a fancy spice rack will be a good idea. When planning for a gift like this, ensure investing in quality racks and filling them up with spices, or visit a grocery store, purchase the needed spices, and stock them up yourself. 

Grocery gift cards

Nobody ever put out a disclaimer about how expensive moving houses is. Most new homeowners end up emptying their bank accounts, to the extent that they are barely left with any money to live on or until their next salary gets credited. In a scenario like this, gifting a grocery card might prove to be something that they genuinely need. 

If you want to make a memorable new house gift, go with something truly unique, personalised, and one-of-a-kind. After all, the best gifts are those that don’t necessarily come from spending thousands of bucks, but just the heart, you know!

This article is contributed by  Palash Agrawal, Founder, Vedas Exports.

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of RoofandFloor)