Over the past few years, my friends have experienced many exciting changes in their lives. One of them is his moving house. Like Andrew and I, many of my close friends moved during the pandemic. A friend recently reconsidered these moves and returned to the big cities and where he was in 2020. All of these fun changes make for a great excuse to celebrate (no excuses needed!) and today I’m making a list. Here are some tried-and-true housewarming gifts for friends. Whether it’s a friend moving into their first apartment, a couple purchasing their first share house, or a friend moving, these housewarming gifts are my favorites to give and receive.
Perfect housewarming gift for friends
It is common courtesy to bring gifts to housewarming parties. But even without a party, when visiting friends who have recently moved, you want to bring something special. Celebrating an exciting life change is a thoughtful act. It turns out that housewarming gifts for friends don’t always have to be big or extravagant. But often the best gifts are those that best suit the recipient. Therefore, we have grouped these gift ideas into categories based on the personality of the recipient. Plus, many of them make great host and hostess gifts.
For cozy homely friends
It’s a housewarming party, right? So let’s start with my favorite items that make the house smell divine. At the top of my list is this diffuser, which I recently featured on my 9 things I love list. I am so confident in this product that I have given it as a gift many times. It’s such a beautiful scent and I love how it fills my home without being too strong. I usually wrap the box. This marbled paperit’s to die for!
Candles are always popular! And although I have never tried this candle (Nevertheless), I am very intrigued. Nest’s products are great and this one wrapped in rattan makes it even more special.add one of these glass match cloche as a perfect finish.
Art and decoration can be very personal. But sometimes personal items make the best housewarming gifts for friends.If you’re buying for someone who lives in New York City, Palm Beach, or Nantucket, you’ll love these clever matchbox art Celebrate at your favorite restaurant. If your friend is a fashion or art lover, blairs prints Might fit the bill! I own three of these, and I especially love the unique New York print that reminds me of the hustle and bustle of the big city.
For a friend who loves to stand in the kitchen
I’m no chef, but I love bougie kitchen gifts. Two of his most beloved kitchen items are red clay hot sauce spice kit and me brightland oil. No wonder they both made an appearance in this year’s Mother’s Day gift guide. These Kitchen His items are perfect housewarming gifts for friends, whether they are real chefs or amateurs (like me!). I love all the flavors of Brightland Oil that everyone raves about. However, if you buy for someone who hasn’t bought it yet, lucid (bright lemon flavor), rosette (great garlic flavor) and enthusiasm (Spicy things).
Do your friends like their morning cup of joe? Highly recommended blue bottle coffee, the brand I fell in love with during my time in San Francisco. Mix and match these coffee beans and sets to complete your gift. my favorite double wall mugwhich is as cute as it is functional.
For friends interested in wine and cheese, I love this checkered cutting board. Paired with some delicious cheese from your local cheese shop, it makes a thoughtful (and yummy!) housewarming gift for a friend. Locals love the Artisan Cheese Shop. For other local picks, check out my list of my favorite places in Sarasota.
For a friend who keeps me entertained forever
If you’re looking for a housewarming gift for a friend who loves to entertain, these posts on summer tablescapes and year-round tablescapes have some great ideas. In addition, I would like to share some of my all-time favorites.
First of all, is this glass and pitcher set It looks much more expensive than the price tag. I have a flamingo and the flamingo gave a palm tree to her beloved mother.Both styles fit these perfectly colorful coasters.
If you’re bringing a bottle of wine or champagne as a housewarming gift for a friend, cocktail napkins are a great addition. I have a long list of favorites, but here are my top picks for napkins right now. kitsch cowboy bootsthese are Features a very nice little ribbon,these are personalized touch and these are Great for martini lovers.If your friend has a great sense of humor, these are cocktail napkins is what you need. If you prefer something other than cocktail napkins, opt for a chic wine stopper like this one. This one!
For friends who love the outdoors
Looking for a housewarming gift for your outdoor-loving friend? “Outdoors” means sitting by the pool or on the patio and enjoying a glass of rosé wine. When we closed our home in Florida, many kind friends sent us thoughtful gifts for our outdoor patio and pool. Never had an outdoor space before so these were the perfect gift.One of my favorite gifts we received is these unbreakable wine glass. They really are the best on the market! I have the white, but currently only clear seems to be available.Another favorite housewarming gift we received is this rattan ice bucket. We use it all the time and it looks so nice sitting on the deck!
If you’re lucky enough to have a pool, there are some great ideas that look great and are super useful.these are beautiful beach towelsthese fun floating pool lightsthis rattan floating pool tray It will be a nice housewarming gift for your friends.
personalized housewarming gifts for friends
If you know the recipient well, you may want to bring something a little more personal. Some of my favorite ideas include: customized puzzles Post a picture of your new home custom watercolor of a new home or personalized champagne bottles!
Another cool idea is to give a gift certificate to a restaurant in a new city or town. This allows you to try new dining options and it’s always fun. You can even book a photographer for a special portrait session in your new home.
popular housewarming gifts
If you’ve ever moved into a new house with one or two (or more!) friends, we hope these housewarming gifts for friends will help. Be sure to check out my articles for more gift ideas. mother’s day gift guide, gift for stay-at-homeand me favorite beauty gift.