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Housewarming Gift Ideas
This housewarming hub collects gift ideas for a new home, from kitchenware to plants and decor, organized into sub-pages by recipient and by universe. Our English guides for cooks, gardeners and hostess gifts add more picks for a party invitation or a thank-you after a move.
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Geek· 2ideas
See all →Books & Reading· 3ideas
See all →Sports & Outdoor· 2ideas
See all →LEGO Sets· 4ideas
See all →Games & Challenges· 4ideas
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Our guides on this topic
Choosing a housewarming gift
A housewarming gift has to fit a home you may not have seen yet, so skip anything that imposes a style on the walls. Kitchen gifts are the safest route, which is why Kitchen & Utensils is the largest universe here with seven picks. Plants are the other safe route.
By host profile
The recipient tiles lead to pages for a couple and a friend.
Housewarming budget and timing
Housewarming gifts here start $15 to $30 and climb into the hundreds, with nothing under $15. Five cost under $30, eight under $50 and 12 above $50 to $100, a reflection of the cookware and LEGO display sets. For a party where you are one guest among many, $25 to $50 is a typical spend; a close friend or relative justifies more. Prices are indicative and follow Amazon's live listings.
You can bring the gift to the party or ship it during the first weeks after the move, while the hosts are still unpacking and figuring out what is missing.
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Frequently asked questions
What is an affordable housewarming gift?
The Salvador Dalí-Inspired Melting Clock at $15 to $30, the PYEF CRAFTS Terrarium Kit with Glass Jar at $15 to $30 and the Lodge cast iron skillet at $30 to $50 are the entry points here. Five ideas cost under $30.
What can I bring to a housewarming on short notice?
A cookbook or a spice set suits any kitchen and needs nothing more than a bow. If you only have a day or two, pick an item shipped by Amazon with Prime and hand it over at the party.
Who are these housewarming gifts suited for?
Friends, family and coworkers who just moved, from a first apartment to a family house. Kitchenware fits most hosts, while decor and LEGO display pieces are better for people whose taste you know.
Do you have to bring a gift to a housewarming party?
In the US it is customary to bring something, even small. A modest gift for the kitchen or the table is the standard, and a bigger one is usually reserved for close friends or family.
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