Moving into a new house is a monumental occasion, often accompanied by a mix of excitement and stress. It’s a significant achievement that deserves recognition and celebration. While new homeowners might need time to settle in before hosting gatherings, sending a housewarming gift is a wonderful way to show your support and happiness for their new chapter. It’s a gesture that acknowledges their accomplishment and brings joy without imposing on their space or schedule.
Alt text: Elegant outdoor housewarming gift arrangement featuring faux boxwood topiaries in urn planters and a personalized monogrammed door mat, perfect for adding curb appeal to a new home.
When selecting Nice Housewarming Gifts, consider items that enhance comfort and create a welcoming atmosphere. My personal approach is to choose gifts that bring a sense of warmth and homeliness. Think about items that evoke feelings of comfort and serenity. Candles, for instance, are always a thoughtful choice. In fact, my “HouseWarming” candle collaboration was specifically designed to capture that cozy home feeling! Soft and inviting throw blankets, vibrant green potted plants, or even a beautifully crafted cooking spoon or elegant pie dish are all excellent options. Consumable gifts can also be a delightful and practical choice. And I’m a big advocate for gifting a sophisticated coffee table book; it adds a touch of personality and style to any living space. Often, new homeowners are preoccupied with essential purchases like cleaning supplies and paper goods – which, by the way, could actually make a surprisingly fun and practical housewarming gift basket! However, focusing on items that elevate the ambiance and make a house feel more like a home is where you can truly make a difference.
When you’re on the hunt for the perfect housewarming gift, try to steer clear of items that are singular in nature, where only one is needed. Instead, prioritize beautiful and versatile pieces that can be displayed and enjoyed throughout the house. These thoughtful touches will not only make their new space feel more special but also convey the care and consideration you put into selecting their gift.
While I’ve previously shared a list of favorite housewarming gifts, here’s an expanded collection of nice housewarming gifts that are sure to be appreciated and loved in their new home.
Alt text: Rustic wood taper candle holders paired with elegant dripless candles, offering a classic and cozy housewarming gift idea to create instant ambiance in a new home.
Wood Taper Holder | $16 Elevate the ambiance by pairing these holders with dripless candles for a gift of instant warmth and charm.
Monogramed Coir Border Doormat | $69 Welcome them home with a personalized doormat, adding a touch of bespoke charm right at their doorstep.
Antique Brass & Marble Vanity Mirror | $68 Introduce a touch of elegance to their daily routine with this vanity mirror, perfect for romanticizing their mornings.
Indigo Ceramic Vase | $79 A large, striking vase is a home décor essential. It can be filled with fresh blooms, faux stems, or stand alone as a statement piece, making it a versatile and beautiful housewarming gift.
Alt text: Charming antique-style dinner bell with a nautical touch, a unique and functional housewarming gift to add character and a fun tradition to a new kitchen.
Dinner Bell | $49 Add a unique and playful touch to their kitchen. Imagine the joy of ringing this bell to announce dinner, creating a fun family tradition right from the start in their new home!
Copper Measuring Cups | $48 Baking becomes a more beautiful experience with these copper measuring cups. This set of four is as functional as it is aesthetically pleasing, making it a delightful housewarming gift for those who love to bake.
Gold Oil Cruet | $42 Enhance their kitchen counter with this elegant gold oil cruet. Consider pairing it with a set of olive oils for a complete and gourmet housewarming gift.
Salt & Pepper Grinder | $10 This surprisingly high-quality salt and pepper grinder rivals more expensive options, offering both style and function at an incredible value, making it a practical and nice housewarming gift.
English Copper Tea Kettle | $148 There’s nothing quite like a gleaming copper tea kettle to brighten up a kitchen. This is a statement piece that combines beauty and utility, perfect as a standout housewarming gift.
Alt text: Soft waffle hand towel in a neutral color, showcasing its texture and absorbency, a practical and stylish housewarming gift for refreshing a new kitchen.
Waffle Hand Towel | $32 Moving is a great reminder of when kitchen towels need an update! These waffle weave towels are not only stylish but also highly absorbent and come in a range of colors, making them a useful and thoughtful housewarming gift.
Cotton Striped Apron | $13 For the cooking enthusiast, baking lover, gardening guru, or even the artistic painter, a quality apron is a welcome addition to any home. This striped cotton apron is versatile and practical, a truly nice housewarming gift for anyone.
Terry Bath Towel Starter Bundle | $186 There’s a certain luxury in new bathroom towels, and this terry bath towel bundle definitely delivers boutique hotel vibes. A truly indulgent and appreciated housewarming gift to enhance their new bathroom.
CLJ x Lola Blanket in Raisin | $299 (save 40% with code CLJ40) Gift the ultimate in cozy nights with this incredibly soft blanket. It’s more than just a blanket; it’s a gift of comfort and relaxation for their new home, especially with a 40% discount using code CLJ40!
Alt text: Personalized self-inking custom address stamp with various typography options displayed, a practical and customizable housewarming gift for new homeowners to easily personalize their mail.
Self-Inking Custom Address Stamp | $32 Personalize their new beginnings with a custom address stamp. Choose from various typography options to create a practical yet personal housewarming gift they’ll use for years to come.
The Art of Home Coffee Table Book | $17 This coffee table book is not only a stylish décor piece but also a source of home inspiration. It’s a versatile and thoughtful housewarming gift that adds both beauty and substance to their living space.
Hearts Cotton Ribbon | $14 Jumpstart their gift wrapping supplies with this charming hearts cotton ribbon. For an extra thoughtful touch, offer to organize their ribbons for them – a sweet and helpful addition to this housewarming gift.
Letter Writing Set | $40 Encourage a touch of romance and tradition with a beautiful letter writing set. They can channel their inner Lady Bridgerton and enjoy the simple pleasure of handwritten correspondence in their new home – a truly elegant housewarming gift.
Recipe Book | $24 A beautiful recipe book provides a special place to gather cherished family recipes and jot down new culinary inspirations in their new kitchen. This is a personal and lasting housewarming gift for anyone who loves to cook.
Alt text: Acacia wood serving board showcasing its natural grain, a versatile and essential housewarming gift for both everyday use and elegant charcuterie displays.
Acacia Wood Serving Board | $30 From daily chopping tasks to serving up an impressive charcuterie board, an acacia wood serving board is a kitchen essential. Its beauty and functionality make it a perfect and practical housewarming gift.
Marble Salt Keeper | $20 For cooks who prefer a salt cellar over a shaker, this black marble salt keeper is both practical and stunning. Its elegant design makes it a swoon-worthy and nice housewarming gift for any kitchen.
Graza Olive Oil Set | $45 Help them stock their new pantry with this “Chris-approved” olive oil duo. High-quality olive oil is a kitchen staple, and this set is not only delicious but also a practical and appreciated housewarming gift.
Marble Rolling Pin | $19 A baking essential that’s pretty enough to display! This marble rolling pin is both functional for baking and beautiful enough to leave out as kitchen décor, a lovely and useful housewarming gift.
Titanium Always Pan Pro | $195 Equip their new kitchen with the versatile Always Pan Pro. This pan is designed to do it all, making it an incredibly practical and generous housewarming gift to simplify their cooking experience.
Alt text: Pura diffuser with a Welcome Home fragrance cartridge, presented as a modern and inviting housewarming gift to infuse a new home with a signature scent.
Pura Diffuser + Welcome Home Fragrance | $68 Help them establish a signature scent for their new home with this Pura Diffuser and the Welcome Home fragrance. The cinnamon, plum, and apple notes create a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it a wonderfully scented housewarming gift.
Candle Warmer Lamp | $29 This candle warmer lamp is a consistently popular gift for good reason. It combines the ambiance of a candle with the safety of a lamp, making it a universally loved and nice housewarming gift.
Printed Match Box | $5 These printed matchboxes are a small detail that adds a touch of charm. Pair them with a great all-season candle for a complete and delightful housewarming gift.
HouseWarming Hand Wash & Lotion | $38 each This hand wash and lotion set carries the perfect name and scent for a housewarming gift. The warm and inviting fragrance evokes memories and comfort, making it a spot-on and thoughtful choice.
Marble Nesting Trays | From $32 Marble nesting trays are incredibly versatile for any room. They are especially elegant in a powder room with a beautiful soap set, offering both functionality and style as a housewarming gift.
Alt text: Brass display box filled with Polaroid snapshots on a coffee table, illustrating a sentimental housewarming gift idea for displaying memories in a new home.
Brass Display Box | $58 Inspired by a personal gift, this brass display box is perfect for showcasing snapshots and memories. Gift it on its own or with an Instax printer for a truly sentimental and nice housewarming gift.
Instax Mini Printer | $99 Transform phone photos into instant Polaroids with this mini printer. It’s ideal for both homebodies and adventurers, allowing them to capture and display memories in their new home right away – a fun and modern housewarming gift.
Custom Watercolor House Portrait | $16 A custom watercolor house portrait is a deeply meaningful gift. It’s a beautiful way to commemorate a past home or celebrate their new one, creating a cherished keepsake for their new chapter.
The Tiny Stack Frame Set | $140 Help them personalize their walls immediately with this frame set. Framing favorite memories to display in their new home is a thoughtful gesture and a key ingredient to making a house feel like home – a truly heartwarming housewarming gift.
Alt text: Leather tissue box cover adding a touch of sophistication to a common household item, highlighting how even utilitarian items can be elevated as nice housewarming gifts.
Leather Tissue Box | $8 Elevate everyday essentials with a leather tissue box cover. It’s a small detail that adds a touch of sophistication and shows that even utilitarian items can be beautiful, making it a subtle yet nice housewarming gift.
Bottle Cut Pitcher | $50 This bottle cut pitcher is versatile and elegant. Gift it as a vase with fresh flowers or as a beverage pitcher for entertaining – a beautiful and functional housewarming gift for any host.
Woven Tray | $32 A woven tray is incredibly versatile for bathrooms, entry tables, guest rooms, or kitchens. Its neutral style and functionality make it a universally useful and nice housewarming gift for any room in the house.
Marble Cheese Board | $38 The scallop detail on this marble cheese board is exquisite! It’s beautiful enough to leave on the kitchen counter year-round, making it both a functional serving piece and a stylish décor element – a truly lovely housewarming gift.
