Moving into a new home is a time of joy and one filled with endless possibilities. It’s fun to share in the happiness and excitement with the new homeowners, while having a peek at their new abode. That’s where housewarmings come in. Housewarmings are traditional, casual events that are often thrown for newlyweds or first-time home buyers. What makes them so unique is that instead of a person being the center of attention, the focal point is an object - the brand new house! Gifts are customary, so if you’ve been invited to a housewarming or an open house be prepared. Some new homeowners are now registering at their favorite stores. If they haven’t registered and you’re not sure what to get, select from one of these outstanding housewarming gift ideas:
Personalized Gift: Nothing adds a warmer touch to a gift than personalization. Friends or family members will be delighted by a gift that bears their name or address. Choose from address plaques, house sketches and mailboxes 
, door knockers, doormats
, planters
and outdoor items, embroidered pillows
and throws, glassware and kitchen items, among others. Go online or visit you local gift store for additional personalized gift ideas.
Birdhouse: A unique handcrafted birdhouse will have the new homeowners chirping. They are a great way to say welcome to your new home, while helping them to dress up their yard. Especially suited for gardeners or outdoor lovers. You can usually find one-of-a-kind birdhouse creations at gift stores or local hardware stores. Or check online. –>>
Gift Certificate: Gift certificates are indeed the charm of the gift industry. You just can’t go wrong. For the new homeowners, pick up a gift card to a local home supply or department store. You can also stop by a local nursery or flower shop. Here are a few gift certificates that would be appropriate for the new home owner: Garden Center Gift Certificate for the garden lover, Gift Certificate to a Pet Center
for the pet owner, Baby Gift Certificate”
for the new, and growing family, One Share Gift Certificate
for the financial oriented home owner.
Household accessories: Help them accessorize their new quarters with a gift basket filled with odds and ends. Opt for neutral colors or seasonal favorites. A linen tablecloth with matching napkins
accompanied by napkin rings
, placemats and a vase
would make an ideal present. Or fill the basket to the brim with an assortment of candles in all shapes and sizes. Toss in a few votives
and a votive holder
to finish off the gift.
A final note… Housewarming gifts are the one type of present that does not need to be gift wrapped. After all, the recipient is a house. Just remember to buy something that can be returned or exchanged in the event that the house, oops, homeowners decide not to keep it. Have fun and happy trails to you!
