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35+ Practical Housewarming Gifts They’ll Love
We all know how stressful moving is, so if someone close to you is packing up, one of the kindest things you can do is give them a housewarming gift. Depending on the size and style of their new home, there are lots of options for gift giving during this exciting time. Check out these 39 practical housewarming gifts to help them settle in their new space.
Kitchen gifts they need
The kitchen is the heart of the home and a central spot for practical housewarming gifts. Whether their favorite gadget needs an upgrade or they never seem to have enough tea towels, here are some go-to kitchen gifts to help fill their space.
1. Pop some champagne
First and foremost, you need to celebrate! Gift them a bottle of champagne to help them christen their new space and mark the end of their move. Pair it with an elegant ice bucket to keep it nice and cool, plus you’ll help outfit their bar.
2. Gift them tea towels
An essential in every kitchen, you can never have too many tea towels. Help them round out their collection of kitchen linens with a new set of tea towels, whether they love to cook or just need an extra hand wiping up all of their messes.
3. Pour a mug of coffee
Moving is exhausting, and there’s nothing worse than realizing you still haven’t unpacked your favorite coffee cup! A few new mugs they can keep on hand while they’re still settling in is the perfect way to make sure they get their morning coffee, no unpacking necessary.
4. Put on a kettle
For the tea drinker in your life, nothing says “welcome home” like a new kettle. A bold copper or matte design will help them bring their space together and brew their favorite tea. Whether they love loose leaf or matcha, they’ll be set for anything!
5. Roll out a kitchen mat
The last thing they need is a mess by the sink or scuff marks on their new floor. A kitchen mat that they can put by their island or at their favorite work spot can help prevent messes and make their new space feel like home.
6. Make a toast
Necessary for that bottle of champagne, a new set of champagne coupes will help them celebrate their new space. Go for a classic look or opt for a bold colored glass, especially if they love a little bit of flair.
7. Coast in to the new space
Complete their barware with a new set of coasters. After all, what’s worse than a ring on the dining table after spending so much time moving? Pick out a set of neutral stone or a bold pattern, whatever goes with their style.
8. Serve it up
For their signature dinner parties or storing their produce, a set of serving bowls is a useful gift that they’ll be grateful for in their new home. Bonus: Gift it with a big salad or pasta dish inside to help them settle into their new space!
9. Make sure they have the right utensils
Pair their new serving bowls with coordinating utensils. A bold set that matches their style will add a pop to their space and help get their dinner parties off to the perfect start once they’re settled in.
10. Take a snack break
Who doesn’t love a cheese board? This is an easy dinner when you’re in the middle of moving, and they’ll love you forever for gifting them a new statement piece. Get ready for lots of parties with that charcuterie board!
11. Plant an herb garden
For the chef, an indoor herb garden is the perfect gift to help them get their cooking back on track. Include a few packets of seeds or small plants to get their new garden started—perfect for a kitchen with plenty of natural light.
12. Compost it
Continue the green theme throughout their kitchen! If they just moved into a house with a yard, they may be anxious to start composting. A small bin that can sit next to their sink will make it easy to keep it green.
13. Have food delivered
Takeout is a must when you’re moving, and it’s too easy to get caught up in unpacking before you realize you haven’t eaten all day. Have your friend’s favorite food delivered so they have one less thing to worry about.
14. Gift them a restaurant gift card
On a similar note, a gift card to their favorite restaurant is a kind gift to help the moving woes. Takeout is a must, and long days (or weeks) of unpacking can be draining. Help them through the whole process by making sure they don’t have to grocery shop.
Helpful gift ideas
Moving can reveal a number of things you never knew you needed. Here are a few things your friend or loved one may find useful.
15. Keep it organized
Cleaning products, tools, you name it—it’s almost too easy to lose track of things you regularly need, especially during a move. A simple caddy they can carry from room to room can help them keep things handy.
16. Go with helpful cleaning products
Help ensure their new home is both happy and healthy with some top-notch cleaning products. They’re going to be spending plenty of time keeping everything spotless as they get settled, so helping them start off on the right foot is a thoughtful gift.
17. Make laundry a breeze
Don’t forget about laundry! They’re bound to have plenty of piles of dirty laundry throughout the move to keep separated in their new bedroom. Make sure they’re ready for a late night laundry sesh.
18. Steam out those wrinkles
Round out their laundry set up with a steamer. Their clothes are going to be wrinkled after being packed into boxes and bags, so help their closet look neat and tidy.
19. Help their garden grow
Calling all gardeners! Whether your friend has a skilled green thumb or is still learning how to keep a cactus alive, they can always do with some fresh new gardening gear. Outfit them with a new watering can and a few simple tools to help their gardening journey.
20. Entertain their furry friend
Their best friend has probably had a stressful move, too! Give them a new chew toy or a bag of treats to help them settle into their space.
Home decor gifts
Whether they have a distinct style or they’re starting from scratch in the new space, home decor gifts are a great way to help welcome them home. Check out some of our favorite ideas below.
21. Create an indoor garden
Round out your gifts for your gardening aficionado friend with a collection of new indoor planters. Their favorite indoor plant likely had a rough journey during the move, so a new hanging or tabletop planter will help it adapt to the new space.
22. Take a break
Everyone needs a way to decompress after moving. Help your loved one do so with a statement piece they can keep on their bar or coffee table—a fun tabletop game or puzzle that they can enjoy with a glass of wine is perfect.
23. Learn something new
On a similar note, help them kick back and relax while learning something new. Whether they love to master creative cocktail recipes or enjoy learning about different artists, a coffee table book is a fun statement piece for their new space.
24. Bring in nature
Classic and beautiful, flowers are the perfect housewarming gift. Make them a permanent fixture with a bunch of faux botanicals. Whether they love a bold and glam look, or prefer a simple and natural style, there are perfect options for everyone’s decor.
25. Pick out a vase
Be sure to pair their new faux botanicals with an elegant vase! Ceramic or colored glass, tall and narrow or small and delicate—there are plenty of options to match their style and the size of their space.
26. Cozy up
Nothing makes a space cozier than a few throw blankets. Help their new home feel more comfortable the second they move in.
27. Hang some art
Help them make a bold statement with their new space. A bright, geometric print on the wall or modern table sculpture can help them make a mark on their new home. Plus, they’ll think of you every time they see it.
28. Welcome them home
Nothing says “welcome home” quite like a doormat! The last thing they need in their new home is tracked in dirt, so give them a place to wipe their feet as they bring in boxes.
29. Light a candle
Candles are some of our favorite home decor accessories and they’re the perfect housewarming gift to make their new space feel like home. Get them a collection of their favorite scents or a variety of new ones to help freshen things up.
30. Diffuse the stress
If your friend or loved one is moving into an apartment where they can’t burn candles, an oil diffuser is the perfect alternative. A calming and easy home item, it’ll help them keep their living area fresh or set the perfect calming tone for their bedroom.
31. Pick out a book
Every home needs a collection of books. Whether they’re an avid reader or love to collect cookbooks, a pair of bookends will accent their office or living room perfectly.
32. Have a relaxing night in
Moving is always more stressful than you realize it’ll be—lost boxes, a few broken items and a sore back from a long day (or week!) of lugging boxes. Give them a set of bath bombs, soaps and lotions to help them relax and unwind once everything is moved in.
33. Let them choose
If you’re not sure what to give them, a gift card is the perfect choice! This way, they’ll get exactly what they want or need for their new space. Send it in the mail or as an e-card so they never lose track of it.
Gifts for kids
Moving can be especially hard on kids, so be sure they feel comfortable in their new space! Here are some great housewarming gifts for the little ones in your life.
34. Play pretend
Help their adventurous spirit soar with a play tent. They can easily set this up in their bedroom, playroom or backyard to let their imaginations run wild.
35. Encourage creativity
Do you have an artistic niece or nephew in your life? Help them create their next masterpiece with a fun easel for their playroom. This is the perfect way to occupy their little hands while their parents finish unpacking!
36. Gear up
Every little artist needs the perfect tools. Outfit them with new paints, brushes, markers, the works—anything that encourages their creative spirit.
37. Help them feel at home
As we know, moving can be stressful, so make sure the little ones in your life have something snuggly to comfort them. A stuffed animal version of their favorite creature is the perfect way to help them adapt to their new space.
38. Organize their toys
What’s more fun than a classic toy box? Every good playroom needs one! The little ones will love having all of their favorite things close at hand and their parents will appreciate having a place to organize everything.
39. Light it up
Time for sweet dreams. A light-up cloud for their wall will help them dream big and settle into their new space.
No matter where they’re moving, whether it’s a new house with a yard or they’re downsizing to a condo in the city, a practical housewarming gift will go a long way to help their new space feel like home. We hope this list helps inspire you as you start shopping!
