Buying a new home is an exciting milestone, especially for first-time homeowners who want to mark this momentous occasion and show off their property by hosting a celebratory housewarming or having friends over for dinner and drinks.
If you’ve received an invite to a festive housewarming or you’re just popping around to say congratulations, here are a few thoughtful, functional gift ideas to help turn their new house into a home.
Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of the home and often the most used room in the house. It is a social and creative hub where delicious meals are prepared with love for family and friends, so a great gift would be any utensil, item, or appliance that either makes meal preparation easier or makes serving more aesthetically pleasing.
Versatile, durable kitchen items like large stoneware dishes or cast iron cookware ensures years of easy one-pot meals or stress-free oven dinners. For the occasional drinker or wine enthusiast, a set of luxury glass stemware or a premium bottle opener will undoubtedly go down smoothly.
If you really want to go all out or you’re group gifting, consider a coffee pod machine that will offer morning blessings in the form of endless espressos.
Living and Dining Spaces
In these areas, it’s always worthwhile to items that create a warm, fun, and inviting atmosphere. Opt for essential oil diffusers and premium scented candles that use aromatherapy to induce feelings of wellness and relaxation, or snug blankets and throws in neutral colours that add a sense of comfort and cosiness, especially at night.
For dining, modern crockery set in a solid colour will add a touch of elegance to dinner parties, while an easy-pour oil and vinegar serving set with salt and pepper shakers is always useful and adds a classy restaurant look to any meal.
Bedrooms
This room is meant to be a calm, relaxing space, so if you’re considering a gift for the bedroom, think about items that relieve stress, offer comfort, and create a soothing environment.
Weighted blankets are incredibly popular, inducing a therapeutic effect called deep pressure stimulation that relaxes the nervous system. Alternatively, a set of high thread count linens will ensure comfortable sleep night after night.
If the new homeowners are plant lovers, adding a touch of greenery like a snake plant, bamboo palm or bonsai tree in the bedroom has been proven to reduce stress, improve air quality and inspire creativity.
Bathroom
Plush, absorbent bathrobes are a treat to lounge around in after a soothing bath or shower. If you can arrange it, get each robe monogrammed to add a personal touch.
For a guest bathroom, a set of fluffy, white hand towels or a scented handwash, sanitiser and hand lotion bundle are ideal.
Outdoor
If the home has an outdoor entertaining space or a patio area, lanterns are a great way to create a welcoming outdoor atmosphere
If all else fails, a durable welcome mat, customised with the surname of the new homeowners, is the perfect way to usher in a new era in a new home.