Moving into a new place is
always exciting and fun. When a family member or a friend invites you to their
first house warming party, deciding what to gift them can be a little
nerve-wracking. You want to find something that they will love and use,
something that will stand out from the champagne bottles or house plants that
most guests bring.
Well, if you’re looking for a
gift idea that is unconventional and sure to please, then here are some picks
for you,
A Gourmet Gift Basket
It may not be the most
original housewarming gift, but if the products are chosen carefully to match
the recipient’s interests and tastes, a gift basket can certainly be
appreciated. One of the best ways to find the right basket is to look online.
Several vendors offer containers filled to the brim with everything you can
possibly imagine. However, if you want to go that extra mile for your loved
one, think of getting a decorative basket and make it exclusive by filling it
up with special items that they will love. Few ideas include cookies, specialty
teas, spices, gourmet pasta, chocolate, gourmet foods, crackers, biscotti, and
measuring spoons. You can also get them filled with pampering items like
lotions, fancy soap, and bath products.
A Unique plant
Even though a traditional
plant is a boring housewarming gift, there are several other plants that can
make for a unique gift. For instance, a windowsill herb garden is extremely
popular with people who like cooking. These plants provide fresh homegrown
herbs as required for cooking. Apart from this, the owners can also relish the
tempting scents of thyme, rosemary, mint, parsley, basil, and other herbs,
enveloping the kitchen.
An exotic flower plant can
also be given as a gift to add a vibrant touch to any house. Apart from this,
if the house owner is into beautiful interesting shapes, you can think of a
sculpted hardy bonsai plant or even a Feng Shui bamboo plant to bring in good
fortune and lots of luck.
Garden Gifts
If your recipient loves to
throw outdoor parties or likes to relax in the backyard, gifting them something
for the garden makes for a great gift. Some of the presents can include a bird
house, a bird feeder, a bird bath, a garden sculpture, wind chimes and even a
cozy hammock. If you have a good budget then you can consider paying for a
water fountain, customized address sign or a patio fire pit. In case the owners
are passionate gardeners, you can also put together a customized gift basket
with shears, seeds, fertilizers and plant markers.
Tool Kits
Every home owner needs a
handy set of tools for repair and maintenance. In fact, they’ll really thank
you for a cordless screwdriver or a state of the art wrench set. These may not
seem like the most glamorous presents, but will come in very handy if they
require hanging pictures, building bookcases and installing shelves.
Bottle of Champagne
There is nothing in the world
that says congratulations like a fine bottle of champagne. To make the gift
more lucrative, add a box of gourmet chocolates. Your recipient will love the
feeling.
Gift Cards
Some say that gift cards make
a great housewarming gift because the receiver can buy whatever they like for
their new place.
There are several companies
in California that provide thousands of options for housewarming gifts and gift
baskets. You can search the web to look through their products and services.
Most providers these days have heavy e-commerce websites that allow you to
order online. However, make sure the company you choose has a good reputation
when it comes to timely delivery and product quality.
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