We love at-home gatherings of all kinds, but there's nothing like a housewarming party where guests are invited into one's brand-new abode, often for the first time, to discover the place they fell in love with. Friends and family can ooh and aah at a loved one's beautiful new living spaces, smart and swanky appliances, and the thoughtful touches that have transformed a house into a home in a short amount of time.
We're steering clear from the typical bottles of bubbly and luxe hand soaps for some seriously thoughtful housewarming gifts that your favorite homeowner will treasure forever. From personalized stationery to a beautiful piece of local artwork, these housewarming gifts will have you wanting to move in hopes of receiving them yourself!
These ultra-plush hand towels from Weezie are the perfect housewarming gift since they come in several colors and can be monogrammed for a personal touch. We love that they're reversible for versatility (the patterns invert colors when reversed). Plus, the waves will add whimsy and style to any bathroom.
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Veranda At Home in the South: Interior Design Reimagined
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Veranda At Home in the South: Interior Design Reimagined
In this stunning hardcover book, explore 27 Southern homes that range from classic and genteel to contemporary and edgy. You'll learn the secrets of southern style from a diverse group of designers and architects including Charlotte Moss, Keith Robinson, Mark D. Sikes, Bobby McAlpine, Bunny Williams, Darryl Carter, Phoebe Howards and others.
This deep, woodsy candle and fragrance are inspired by Sequoia National Park and have notes of smoky incense, cedarwood, and sandalwood. Made with 100% soy wax and no parabens, phthalates, or sulfates, this candle, in particular, is a great option for gifting since it smells great, is clean-burning, and is completely hypoallergenic. Bonus: 5% of proceeds go to Sequoia Parks Conservancy.
This beautiful stationery will make writing a quick letter or thank you notes a breeze. The monogram adds a personal touch, while the beetles and butterflies add charm and whimsy.
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Pura Pura Smart Home Fragrance Device Starter Pack, Simply Lavender and Yuzu Citron
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Pura Pura Smart Home Fragrance Device Starter Pack, Simply Lavender and Yuzu Citron
If you don't want to take a chance on a candle since you're not sure what kind of fragrances your host likes, pick up a Pura device. We love that you can completely personalize your fragrance experience from your smartphone by swapping between two scents at a time (including popular fragrance brands like Nest, Archipelago, LAFCO, and Capri Blue), programming a weekly schedule, and setting your preferred scent intensity.
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Savory Baking: Recipes for Breakfast, Dinner, and Everything in Between
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Savory Baking: Recipes for Breakfast, Dinner, and Everything in Between
What better way to break in a new kitchen than baking something absolutely delightful? Erin Jeanna McDowell's newest book celebrates the joys of savory baking through thoughtful recipes and fun commentary from the kitchen expert. It's sure to quickly become a go-to in any household especially when looking for yummy things to bake for parties.
Inspire their first garden project with this beautiful cedar box filled with 10 seed packets from the Thomas Jefferson Center for Historic Plants. Be sure to remind them of your gift when the harvest comes so that you can bring home a bushel of fresh veggies.
Johanna Howard's dreamy home line is full of delightful pieces that will bring you comfort. We're loving this cotton and chenille throw that's offered in nine soothing colors and will have them feeling right at home in no time.
When settling into a new place, it's always nice to develop new at-home rituals such as beginning each morning by making a traditional cup of matcha. Sayuri's everyday matcha blends together Okumidori and Saemidori green tea leaves for a fragrant and earthier sip that will brighten your loved one's day.
Add this piece to your favorite home cook's kitchen arsenal for its beauty and versatility. This hand-forged, lightweight roaster is pre-seasoned and ready to braise, sauté, sear, roast and bake perfectly straight away. Plus, it'll look lovely resting on their new range.
This gorgeous ceramic vase is made in Italy and features a 10-karat gold-painted rim, creating a picturesque home for a loved one's first fresh-cut garden blooms. Be sure to fill the vase with a few favorite florals for a truly thoughtful gift.
Especially if they've just moved to a new city, a piece of local art is a sweet way to help someone feel more at home right away. This piece by Charleston artist Kate Comen will instantly put them at ease and have them dreaming of golden hour with a glass of vino, while connecting them to the community.
This midcentury Danish-style porcelain bowl was handcrafted in New York and comes in three different glazes. It's equally as lovely as a centerpiece filled with flowers as it is a chic place to hold fruit on the kitchen counter.
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The Monacelli Press Gardens of the North Shore of Chicago
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The Monacelli Press Gardens of the North Shore of Chicago
We believe there's no such thing as having too many coffee table books, especially when they are as inspiring and transportive as this one. Help them begin dreaming up their new home's landscapes with these verdant images captured by Scott Shigley.
This is not your grocery store's olive oil. Sourced from olive trees in Lechaina, Greece near the Ionian Sea, this product is truly liquid gold, featuring fruity, aromatic, and delicious flavors. Plus, it looks beautiful enough to display in the kitchen.
While "The Queen's Gambit" has recently brought chess back en vogue, a luxurious, handmade backgammon set is sure to do the same amongst your circle of friends for this tabletop game.
Make their afternoon tea ritual even lovelier with artisan-crafted strainers in brass or silver-plated metal. Don't forget a beautiful assortment of teas to pair with it!
This blue-and-white temple jar is the perfect "welcome home" to friends or family. The phoenix represents high virtue and grace in Chinese culture, while the Foo Dog, a Chinese guardian lion, represents prosperity, success, and guardianship.
Your favorite foodies will relish in this delicious gift from the highly lauded San Francisco bakery. This country bread is lacy with an open crumb, tastes sweet and slightly tangy from the fermentation, and has a deliciously crisp crust. It's the ultimate foundation for toasts, sandwiches, and cheese boards.
We're smitten with these perfect terra cotta pot and saucer sets from Terrain. Offered in five sizes, these are sure to make a welcome gift for the gardener who is ready to transform their brand-new outdoor space.
Lauren Wicks is a Birmingham-based writer covering design trends, must-have products, travel inspiration, and entertaining. She’s obsessed with globally inspired textiles, hosting dinner parties, and French cocktails.