Even if you’re far away, it’s not hard to give the gift of warmth and comfort to a friend or loved one who just moved into their new home. You can send items that they might need in their new home, like kitchen gadgets or outdoor furniture, while also sending little items that will remind them of your friendship even when you’re not around. No matter how many people are on your gift list this holiday season, we have some great ideas that will delight the homeowner in your life with practicality and style!
1) The Vacuum Gift
Vacuums can be really helpful for new homeowners. Most new homeowners don’t have a lot of furniture yet, but they still have things like rugs and carpeted stairs. A vacuum cleaner can help keep floors clean without having to move all that furniture around every time a guest comes over. It’s also a gift that is sure to be appreciated as quality vacuums are relatively expensive. Most people won’t buy one on their own until they really need it. Giving someone a vacuum is also practical because they are bound to use it. Furthermore, it can be used more than once, and they will appreciate you repeatedly for such a thoughtful gift.
2) Google Home Speaker
A Google home speaker is a great gift for a new homeowner, especially one who is tech-savvy. One of its best features is that it can sync up with other smart home devices in order to create a cohesive system across different products. For example, you can sync your Google home speaker with your smartphone or other smart devices. This saves time and energy because users won’t have to individually toggle things on and off each time they come home. The Google Home speaker also has an intuitive voice assistant that can answer any question about the world, find recipes, set alarms, and more. Plus, this gift gives recipients access to over 30 million songs as well as live radio stations around the world.
3) Cutting Board and Knives
Along with stocking a kitchen with all of your favorite appliances and utensils, new homeowners need things to help them prepare simple yet delicious meals. A cutting board is one of those things. A set of nice knives is another. Cutting boards and knives are pretty darn practical gifts for a homeowner because they can be used for chopping vegetables and fruits, dicing meats and cheeses, or serving food at parties. There are tons of different styles out there, so you’re bound to find one that matches a home owner’s personal style and taste. Also great: They typically don’t take up too much space in kitchens and they tend to last quite a while.
4) Framed Art Prints
No matter what style you go with, art is always a great gift. You can find art to gift at local galleries, thrift stores, antique shops, or even online. First and foremost, it’s functional; art serves as decorating and helps to fill up bare spaces that might otherwise look bland. Second, it’s affordable – you can keep looking until you find the perfect piece that fits your budget. And third, it goes beyond being a good-looking fixture in your friend or family member’s new home: A nice framed print says “Welcome to your new space!”. A quality frame can even make artwork by an amateur feel like that of a professional. Furthermore, art prints are customizable. You can use Etsy or find a local small business to make a custom print based on the new homeowner’s interests. This gift is thoughtful and will definitely be appreciated by someone looking to fill their home with new decor.
5) Fresh Flowers and Greenery
Flowers and gardening supplies are a good gift for a new homeowner because they can make an already beautiful new home feel even more like home. Potted plants can bring in some greenery, which can drastically alter your space’s feel. Bringing some flowers or bonsai into your home is sure to brighten it up! In addition, flower plants can actually help purify air by absorbing toxins and chemicals. Or, you can just give the shovel, soil, seeds, and so on in a cute little basket. This would allow the homeowner to also enjoy the hands-on project. Planting flower pots inside or outside is great for reducing allergies and improving moods. Plus, flowers just add a little something that is bright and positive. You can also give seeds for vegetables and fruit trees for food that’s fresh and chemical-free.
6) “Keep it Clean” Gift Kit
If you’re a close friend or family member, new homeowners will definitely appreciate a gift that helps get their new home clean. Give your gift recipient a kit of essentials like kitchen sponges, cleaning cloths, laundry detergent, floor cleaners and other cleaning supplies to help keep their new home in tip-top shape. Having a thorough cleaning kit on hand will be priceless as they unpack and move in. And while it might not seem like it at first glance, even well-kept homes can get dusty and dirty once things settle into place. Don’t forget to include a broom! One with microfiber bristles works best for eliminating dust in hard-to-reach places. A squeegee is also great for cleaning windows. This gift will be much appreciated in the long run.
7) A “Welcome to the Neighborhood” Gift Basket
“Welcome to the neighborhood” gift baskets are a great way to congratulate your new neighbor on their new home and welcome them to the neighborhood. A practical welcome basket should include housewarming gifts that will be useful in the coming months. Here are a few ideas for items you can include in your gift basket: Trash bags, toilet paper, soap, and paper towels are things most people will need as they settle into their new home, so these three items would make great additions to a welcome gift basket for a new homeowner. A more fun gift basket can include a nice bottle of wine and some new wine glasses, which is another practical but more elegant housewarming gift idea. But in order to make it really stand out as unique, you should consider adding some personalized touches like maybe some homemade baked goods or jams or something else you think they will enjoy. This can range from golfing or cooking supplies or some more practical items that they may need for their new homes like a vacuum cleaner, an electric kettle, and kitchen utensils.
8) A Cleaning From S&G Cleaning
A cleaning from S&G makes a lovely present! We will make sure their new home looks spotless, removing all of the grime, dust, and so on that has been left behind by construction workers or previous homeowners.
Check out our website to schedule a one-time cleaning service for your friend or family member. Anyone, but especially a new homeowner, is bound to truly appreciate this gift. It is a gift that they will use and always remember, rather than something that may just be left sitting around, or get buried under a pile of moving boxes.
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