Best Housewarming Gift Ideas for Couple | How to Make a New Home Gift Basket
We’re currently at the stage of life where so many of our friends and people we know are moving into their first homes! It’s such an exciting time and you guys know I love a good reason to celebrate! So, today, I thought I would share some of my favorite housewarming gift ideas.
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Housewarming gift ideas for couple:
Whether you’re shopping for a first-time homeowner or a couple moving into a new place, these are thoughtful and practical gift ideas that everyone is guaranteed to love!
Along with sharing individual gift ideas, I also wanted to show you how you can create a new home gift basket filled with practical household items and decor that all new homeowners will use all the time! This is definitely one of my favorite gifts to give. Plus who doesn’t love a gift basket!?
Where to Shop for the Best Housewarming Gifts
Before we get into the gifts, let’s talk about the best stores to shop at when it comes to finding inexpensive, unique and useful items for any new home owner.
- Marshall’s
- TJ Maxx
- HomeGoods
- Anthropologie
- Etsy
- Uncommon Goods
My favorite place to shop for gifts is TJ Maxx or Marshall’s. I love the variety they offer, there’s always different home decor pieces, and you can always count on them to have the best seasonal decorations!
I really like that the gifts I find here, for the most part, can’t be found anywhere else. So, you won’t have to worry about someone else buying the same gift as you. Plus, a lot of the items look WAY more expensive than they actually are. So, if you take the tags off nobody will be able to guess the price.
If you are willing to spend a bit more, Anthropologie has some amazing gifts too. From aromatic candles, personalized wine glasses, couple’s cookbooks, aesthetic serving platters and floral vases. The Capri Blue candles are a personal favorite though. I can guarantee every guest that walks into your home will compliment you on the scent!
If you’re looking for a personalized gift, Etsy and Uncommon Goods have the best selection!!
How to Create a New Home Gift Basket
If you’re looking for a super thoughtful housewarming gift, consider putting together a new home gift basket! This is the perfect gift for your close friends or family members that you want to go a little above and beyond for.
I recently put together this adorable housewarming gift basket and filled it with tons of kitchen and household goodies that I knew the happy couple would love! A faux Eucalyptus plant, some new kitchen towels, our favorite laundry detergent sheets, a recipe book, a set of glass soap dispensers and a little snack!
I’ll show you how to re-create this exact basket below!
Start with a small to medium sized basket
There are so many different baskets you can choose from! Go for one that you think the couple can re-purpose throughout their home. Something they can use to organize their pantry, display magazines and books, store extra toilet paper in the bathroom, etc.
Originally, I looked for a basket on Amazon, but everything was over $20, so I decided to stop by TJ Maxx. This medium-sized wicker basket was only $9.99. A total steal!
Add Hand Towels to the Basket
Opt for some neutral kitchen or bathroom hand towels! You can’t go wrong with white hand towels, they will match any decor style. Place one of the towels at the bottom of the basket to add some height. Then, drape the other folded towel over the front of the basket. I think this is such a cute touch!
Choose a Recipe Book
I went with this Small Plates cookbook, which has over 100 recipes for different appetizers, dips and desserts. I thought this would be perfect for when the couple is hosting and entertaining guests in their new space! They can try out some new and easy-to-make recipes!
Adding a large recipe book to the basket will help take up some room, so you don’t need as many items to make the basket look full.
Include a few Laundry Detergent Sheets
I always love including a few of my favorite household items for new homeowners! These laundry detergent sheets are our absolute favorite! They’ve made our lives SO much easier. No more heavy, bulky detergent jugs, no sticky messes or measuring and no harsh chemicals or plastic waste.
Since detergent sheets are still relatively new, I love introducing them to our friends and family! They’re a great housewarming gift because after moving, there’s always lots of cleaning, organizing and laundry to do. The couple will definitely appreciate a practical gift that simplifies their every day life!
These planet-friendly detergent sheets are available on Amazon for under $9 and come in a fresh linen scent or a fragrance-free option. I like to include both in my housewarming gift baskets!
Add some Aesthetic Glass Soap Dispensers
I love gifting hand soap, because no matter how many you own right now, you’ll always need more! It’s a gift that you 100% know the couple will use.
These glass soap dispensers from The Modern Jar are our favorite! We have a set in our kitchen, all our bathrooms, the showers.. They are so gorgeous and easily elevate any space. The labels on the bottles are waterproof and oil-resistant too!
The owner of The Modern Jar, Mya, puts all the labels on the bottles before they ship, so you don’t have to worry about putting them on yourself. I’m always afraid I’ll mess it up, so this is a nice bonus!
Include a Faux Plant
I grabbed this faux Eucalyptus plant from TJ Maxx as well! Just like the basket, TJ Maxx has so many cute artificial plants to choose from. I loved this little one! It takes up a decent amount of space in the basket and the leaves are taller so it helps to add some height.
I always like including a faux plant because they require no maintenance, there’s no allergens, and they’re aesthetically pleasing. Plus, adding greenery to a home helps promote a calming and relaxing atmosphere and helps to improve your mood!
When buying faux plants, I always try to find ones that look realistic. Some of the artificial plants look so fake, so you just have to shop around.
Throw in a Little Treat
Everyone loves a good treat! Whether it’s freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, muffins, maybe trail mix or a box of chocolates. Adding in some sort of snack is always sweet! Moving and organizing a new space is exhausting, so the couple will definitely appreciate some treats!
I picked up these Salt and Pepper pistachios while I was shopping at TJ Maxx. They have some great snack options.
Practical Housewarming Gifts You Can’t Go Wrong With
If you don’t have time or don’t want to put together a gift basket, here are a few other great gift ideas that you cannot go wrong with! These are items that everyone can use.
- Hand soap – I love these glass soap dispensers!
- Capri Blue Volcano candle – or any candle, but these are my FAVE! They smell incredible.
- Fresh flowers in a beautiful vase
- Aesthetic coffee table book to put on display
- New board game – maybe a group game you could play at their housewarming party!?
- Neutral kitchen towels or wash cloths (you can never have enough)
- Home baked cookies, trail mix or a snack!
- Small faux plants (that don’t look fake!)
- Wooden or marble coasters – these will look great in their new living room!
- A bottle of wine
- Gift card to Home Depot – they’ll get a ton of use out of this!
- Wooden cutting board
More Housewarming Gift Ideas for Couple
Pura Smart Fragrance Diffuser
The Pura Smart Fragrance Diffuser is such a unique housewarming gift idea that will add a touch of luxury to the couples’ new home. They’ll be able to personalize their entire fragrance experience throughout their house! Adjust the scent intensity, set a scent schedule, toggle between two different fragrances.. there’s even a night light on it!
We have one Pura in our kitchen and another in our bedroom and we’re obsessed. The fragrances are long-lasting and made with clean ingredients, so they’re safe for kids and pets. Use code CASSIE15 for an extra 15% off your purchase.
Square Wine Glasses (set of 4)
You can never have enough wine glasses, especially for hosting dinner parties and gatherings! It’s always fun to have a few different glasses to choose from. I love the modern look of these square wine glasses! Everyone RAVES about these – they’re an Amazon bestseller and have over 6,000 reviews.
I’ll share a few more of my favorite wine and cocktail glasses below!
Coupe Cocktail Glasses (set of 8)
I’m obsessed with the look of these coupe glasses! I’ve seen these everywhere! You can use them for cocktails or parfaits. They’re just such a great addition to your collection of glasses. This set of 8 glasses is just under $60 which I think is an awesome price for the quality you’re getting.
I’ve also heard great things about these Amazon coupe glasses, however they’re a little smaller than the CB2 ones.
Coffee Syrup Dispenser with Labels
How cute is this set of glass syrup dispensers for the coffee-loving couple!? These will instantly elevate their at-home coffee station. The set comes with plenty of waterproof syrup labels (and blank labels) too that they can attach to the dispensers!
Luxurious Extra Large Bath Towels (set of 4)
Hotel-quality towels at a fraction of the price! These bath towels are ranked number one for best bath towels on OprahDaily. They’re extremely high quality, durable, extra plush and fluffy. The perfect, luxurious addition to the new homeowners’ bathroom.
Murder Mystery Game
If you know the couple loves games, this Murder Mystery on The Night Train is the perfect present. They can host a game night or dinner party at their new home and everyone can play this game!
5-13 people can play and there are three alternative endings!
Personalized First Home Keyring (Set of 2)
This is the perfect gift for first-time homeowners! These personalized first home keyrings are under $10 and they’re SO cute! Each person will get a house-shaped key ring and a heart-shaped padlock personalized with their names.
If you’re on a budget, but still want a really unique and thoughtful housewarming present, this keyring set is definitely the way to go!
Custom Welcome Mat
This personalized welcome mat will be the perfect addition to the couple’s new home! It comes in multiple sizes and designs so you can choose the one that best matches their personal style.
Silicone Kitchen Utensils Set (26 pieces)
We love these silicone kitchen utensils! I bought them a few years ago and we use them ALL the time! They’re gentle on all your pots and pans, extremely easy to clean and they’re very sturdy. Plus they’ll match any aesthetic!
This set of wooden spoons with smooth grip handles would also be a great gift option!
Cocktail-Making Set (24 pieces)
This 24-piece bartending set comes with everything you need for an at-home cocktail night. It’s the perfect starter kit for anyone who loves to host or or bartend. The set comes with a cocktail and mocktail-making guide as well if you need some guidance!
Oversized Faux Fur Throw Blanket (50″x70″)
If you’re struggling to find a gift for a new homeowner, we guarantee they’ll love this oversized faux fur throw blanket. We own it in Ivory and it’s our favorite blanket to use year round! I recommend going with a neutral color like beige, cream or taupe to ensure the blanket will match all their decor.
If you’d prefer to shop on Amazon, here is a very similar mink throw blanket that has amazing reviews.
New Home Christmas Ornament
I think it’s so cute to have a custom Christmas ornament for all the big and small life milestones. The new homeowners will definitely appreciate this First Christmas in Our New Home ornament. It’s the perfect keepsake!
KitchenAid Oven Mitt Set
Upgrade their kitchen essentials with this set of silicone oven mitts. They come in over 20 colors and are slip-resistant. The ribbed silicone design makes it easy to grasp all your pots and pans securely.
There’s also a matching silicone pot holder set!
Wood and Marble Wine Chiller
This handcrafted wood and marble wine chiller is the perfect housewarming gift for the wine lovers. You have the option to add a custom engraving into the marble as well!
Here’s another wood and marble wine cooler at a lower price point.
I hope this post helped you find the perfect housewarming gift! I love shopping for unique and special gifts. Check out more gift ideas here!
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