Best Housewarming Gifts For Different Personalities
Whether it’s a new apartment across town, a merger with a significant other, a house purchase, or a fresh start in a new city, a housewarming gift from a friend can make the often stressful transition feel like a welcome change. Finding just the right housewarming present, however, can be quite the challenge. We’ve pulled together our favorite housewarming gift ideas for different personality types:
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For The Kitchen Folk
Stylish and useful, these measuring cups (and/or spoons) elevate any new kitchen. The Nordic Peace brand focuses on cultivating a peaceful, luxurious home, and these chef’s accessories do exactly that.
Why We Love Them | 1% for the Planet
Where to Purchase | Online
Price | starting at $24
For The Game Nighters
With seemingly infinite options, choose a deck of cards that reflects their style, hobby, or interests. Choose the witty New Yorker deck, the gorgeous NatGeo deck, or throw in some silliness with the cheese-themed cards. Whatever you choose, it’s sure to spark a game night at their new place.
Why We Love Them | 1% for the Planet
Where to Purchase | Online, Amazon
Price | starting at $15
For The Couch Dwellers
It’s the coziest spot in the house, why not make it a little extra homey for them? This throw blanket is as soft and dreamy as a foggy Sunday morning in their new home. Not sure what color their living room is yet? Opt for the neutral ivory.
Why We Love Them | OEKO-TEX® Certified
Where to Purchase | Online, Pottery Barn retail locations
Price | starting at $69
For The Plant Parents
Sage and Sill Brass Watering Can
With a brass finish and sleek gooseneck look that will complement a multitude of interior design styles, this well-rated watering can is the perfect size for the houseplant lover. We also appreciate that it’s finished with stainless steel so it’s resistant to tarnishing and scratches.
Why We Love Them | small business, dedication to customer happiness
Where to Purchase | Online
Price | $40
For The Hosts
One can never have too many wine glasses. These are chic AND durable (dishwasher safe and scratch-resistant!) and are bound to be brought out at every dinner party, cocktail hour, and movie night. We recommend their Red Wine Set of 6 since it’s a classic design — we promise the rosé will still taste as sweet in it, too.
Why We Love Them | style, durability, chef-tested
Where to Purchase | Online, Nordstrom, Pottery Barn
Price | starting at $96
For The Families
Material Kitchen Kid’s Utensil Set and Game
This kid-approved kitchen utensil set and cooking-related card game will entertain the kiddos while the adults whisk away at dinner… it might even convince the kids to join in! Bonus: you can choose the colors or mix and match.
Why We Love Them | minimalist style, kid-friendly
Where to Purchase | Online
Price | $45