Happy Housewarming: The Perfect Gifts for Any Party

One of the joys of adulthood is helping friends and loved ones celebrate theire milestones. A housewarming party is a chance to see someone’s new home, help them fill it with love and give them a gift. Oh wait, that last part may be the least fun side of adulthood. While giving is wonderful, coming up with a thoughtful, practical gift can be very challenging. Adults usually have what they want, since they can buy it when they want it. But, I am here to help you find just the right thing for this special occassion. These are 5 of the best housewarming gifts you could give, for any gender and almost any age.

Preserved Floral Arrangements: Everyone loves receiving flowers, and everyone would also agree that having to throw them away only a few days after receiving them, because they wilted, is a big bummer. With Roccoco’s preserved floral arrangements, your giftee will be able to keep their flowers on display for as long as they want. That’s right, these beautiful arranagements, which I have in my own home, stay looking “fresh” for as long as you own, because they’ve been dried and then dyed to look like the picture of perfection.
Nesting Bowls: The colorful nesting bowl set from Bamboozle is not only practical, but also a happy gift. Whether the receiver is hosting an event and displaying yummy food in the bowls or cooking a favorite meal in their new space, they colors are bound to bring a smile to their face. The fact that you get 7 bowls, that only take up the space of one is an added bonus. Thanks to Bamboozle I have these beautifully made bowls and can confirm they are high quality without the high cost.
Custom Display Tray: A beautiful tray that can be used to transport food or display your favorite objects is a wonderfully practical gift. But when it’s customized for the housewarming celebrant, it’s a meaningful gift too, and like one they will treasure for years to come. Adding a monogram makes it even more personal. This gift has style, heart and practicality – you can’t go wrong! My friend gifted me this one from Mark & Graham, when I moved into my new home, and I have it prominently displayed and smile each time I look at it. It’s me and fits perfectly in my home.
Gift Card to Local Restaurant: Typically if you are buying a housewarming gift, the people you are buying for have moved. Maybe to a new neighborhood or maybe just to a new home. If it’s a new location, they will certainly want to explore their new space and try new restuarants. Moving is a lot of work and very tiring, so even if they are in the same location but just a new home, they may want a day off from cooking in their new kitchen. A gift card to a local restaurant is giving someone the gift of time! They can enjoy a meal without the worry of having to make it.
Non-Alcoholic Spirits: Not everyone has a fully stocked bar in their home, and not everyone drinks alcohol. So while wine tends to be a go-to choice for housewarming gifts, it’s not always the most practical. Maybe the receiver only likes red or white, maybe they don’t like wine at all. A safer option is a non-alcoholic spirit, that can be used in mocktails or cocktails. Personally I love the line from Optimist Botanicals! They have flavors such as smokey and bright – which mimic mezcal and vodka. They are light and fresh, and taste just as good with soda water as they do actual alcohol. They look beautiful too, so if they don’t get served right away they will look great sitting in someones new home.