When someone you know buys their first home, it is a big deal. Getting the keys to that house or apartment marks a major transition in their lives. For many people, this is a cause for celebration. They invite friends and family to celebrate their accomplishment and see their new place. Most of those people bring bottles of wine or houseplants, but there is room here to do something truly nice for your favorite couple or new homeowner.
Remember that new homeowners often had to scrimp and save for the down payment while still paying for rent and other expenses. Why not get them something that they really want? Here are some ideas to get you started.
Personalized Items
New homeowners love personalized signs. Something monogrammed lets them put their name on their new property. If a sign for the front of the house doesn’t sound like a good fit, consider personalizing a serving tray, lazy Susan, wall art or cutting board. You could also buy them a return address stamp with their names and new address.
Individualized Choices
Think of the things they like as well. Whether the new homeowner is from a different state, or they have a favorite sports team, most people appreciate gifts that align with their interests. This could include a set of coasters that look like records for a music lover or self-watering kitchen herb pot for someone who likes to cook. Other options are serving boards for people who like to entertain, a pushpin map of the world for a frequent traveler, a distance friendship lamp for someone far away or a nice decanter for a cocktail lover.
Unique Collectibles
A new phase in life calls for a new hobby. Introduce them to the fun world of collectibles. Collectibles are great conversation starters, and they are always a good way to express one’s style and personality, adding more character to their home.
For instance, instead of gifting the usual dinnerware, get some medieval collectibles that serve as feastware. They’ll surely enjoy hosting get-togethers that showcase their one-of-a-kind wine glasses, goblets, cutlery, and even drinking horns.
Little Luxuries
Your favorite new homeowner may not have had much expendable income over the months or years while they saved for the down payment, so why not buy them something that they would enjoy but couldn’t afford to buy. Think about a bottle of good olive oil or a nice coffee grinder. Some other luxury gift ideas could include an electric corkscrew, gift baskets filled with good foods or a furry throw blanket.
Practical Gifts
Practical gifts are good options, too. Folding cutting boards, a nice doormat or a bag of good coffee can fit the bill, but don’t limit yourself to small things. If you know that the happy couple needs something, buy it. A saucepan in an odd size, a rug for the foyer, a coffee pot (because theirs broke in the move) are practical and sure to be appreciated.
Home Maintenance and Protection
You can also get something that lets the new homeowner protect or maintain their home. This could be something as small as a fire extinguisher, extension cord organizer or step ladder. Likewise, a variety of wrenches, pliers and hex keys will help any homeowner maintain their new digs, so a tool kit may be a good idea. For a high-end housewarming gift, home security cameras are a great choice. The right security camera system will let the new homeowner keep an eye on their new house or apartment.
Housewarming Gifts for a Young Couple
Picking a housewarming gift for a young couple or new homeowner can be tricky. Many people default to a bottle of wine or something small, but celebrating the buying of a new house is a special occasion. Meaningful gifts could include personalized goods, little luxuries or practical gifts.
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