We researched the best options available that are welcoming, practical, and within various budgets. Our top picks include kitchen linens from Sur la Table, a Standard Textile cashmere throw, and the Snif Candle Bundle Kit, a trio of warm scents that add style and a signature fragrance to a new home. Here are the best housewarming gifts. Editor-approved brand Snif.Co is different from others on the market. All of their candles are made in the USA and use clean-burning pure cotton fiber wicks. Their candle bundle includes three full sizes of non-toxic, paraffin-free, vegan, and cruelty-free candles rated to last for up to 200 hours of combined burn time. The company also offers mini versions, which gives anyone not gifting this set the chance to try before you buy. Our tester noted that the bath towel is incredibly lush and soft for wrapping up after the shower. What’s more—the durable construction holds up after multiple rounds in the wash, and the classic design looks timeless hanging on any bathroom door.
Practicality
Even seasoned homeowners might not have all the essential items they need, so giving functional gifts is always a safe option. Usually, you can find a necessity they need that aligns with their passions. The hostess would appreciate gifts that elevate her gatherings or take some of the pressure off them during the events. Finding a way to align these personal touches with necessity is the cornerstone of a good gift. Finding a practical gift also means finding a perfect gift for their new space. A housewarming gift for a new house will look different from one for a new apartment. “When in doubt, or when you know someone has limited space, something that can be ‘used up’ is often a safer bet,” says Leighton. For example, he recommends coffee beans from a nearby roaster or a nice hand soap from a local boutique.
Budget
It’s important to remember that, no matter who you’re shopping for, you should never give a gift outside of your price range. We often feel a need to present items that show extravagance versus what the person we’re giving to needs. In those moments, take a step back and ask yourself if this particular item is something you can gift without placing yourself in financial strife. If the answer is no, you should reassess what you’re giving and consider alternative options. No matter what you end up deciding on, they’ll appreciate your gesture.
Why Trust The Spruce?
Samantha Parsons re-envisioned this article to include gifts that are practical, useful, and aesthetically pleasing. Hours of research (including scouring websites, reading reviews, and analyzing current trends) lead her to carefully select each of the above items. She is also currently in the process of decorating her own home, so she is hyper-aware of what fellow consumers are looking for. When she is not spending her time writing for The Spruce, Samantha works for a beauty brand and is constantly reading up on the latest product launches and design trends. Expert advice was provided by etiquette expert and host of the weekly etiquette show, “Were You Raised By Wolves?" Nick Leighton.
