A New Homeowner’s Gift Guide

A New Homeowner’s Gift Guide

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If you have a friend or family member who has recently purchased a new home and you’re eager to celebrate with a gift this holiday season, here are a few ideas to help ease the transition into their new home.

  1. Home Essentials Box Set

    A basket filled with home essentials is always appreciated by new homeowners. Include items like linens, soaps, kitchen tools, bathroom essentials, or tools to help them hang pictures, decorate, or complete minor home improvement tasks.

  2. Personalized Cutting Board

    A wooden cutting board an essential kitchen tool. A good one will last for years, and a nicely crafted one can double as a display piece or a way to serve for charcuterie and cheese. Etsy has plenty of options that can be personalized.

  3. Throw Blanket

    Wrap up warmth with the perfect throw blanket to complement your friend or family member’s new couch. Throw blankets make for a timeless and practical gift that suits any home style. Browse Crate and Barrel, Indigo and Linen Chest for the perfect one!

  4. Serving Tray

    A serving tray is an excellent option for anyone who plans to host in their new home. Choose a material that reflects their personality — sleek marble for the minimalist, warm wood for the traditionalist, or a vibrant pop of color for the playful host.

  5. A Subscription to a Home Magazine

    Home magazines are a fantastic repository of inspiration and practical tips for maintaining, decorating, and enhancing your new home. Whether it’s adding a touch of personality to the living room, on an additional layer of functionality to your new kitchen, house and home magazines can equip the new homeowners with expertise and vision. Trust the experts at Canadian Living, House & Home, or Style at Home.

  6. Bar Kit

    A bar kit is not only a must-have for the weekend mixologist, but it can make an excellent display item. From elegant glassware to essential tools, a bar kit ensures the new homeowner can entertain with flair.

  7. Handheld Vacuum

    A good handheld or cordless vacuum from a trusted brand like Dyson is typically a very well received gift from new homeowners. Whether you’re saving them a purchase, or upgrading their model, they’ll thank you for it.

  8. Crockpot

    From comforting stews to flavourful roasts, the crockpot makes meal prepping a breeze. Just combine your ingredients, set it, and forget it until it’s time to enjoy.

  9. Baking Pans

    Baking and cookware is another new home staple. You can find them anywhere but Our Place is a trending company with a quality product that celebrates community and gatherings — the perfect symbol for a gift.

  10. Kettle or Coffee Machine

    A stylish kettle or coffee machine not only adds aesthetic charm to the kitchen but also serves as a reliable companion for their morning or afternoon brew.

As you consider the perfect gift for any new homeowner, remember it’s not just about the item, but about how they use it as part of their new life in their new home.

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