Overview
Housewarmings mark a new beginning in someone's life and the fulfillment of dreams of a home. Friends and relatives give presents to new homeowners to help them outfit their new dwelling in style. Even the humblest abode needs to function smoothly and be a comfortable refuge from the world. Housewarming gifts that are decorative or will garner regular use are the most appreciated.
Plants and Flowers
Plants may not be showstoppers, but these housewarming gifts last years if cared for properly. Choose an easy-to-care-for plant like a peace lily or a schefflera plant. Include a manual about the plant along with some plant food and a watering can. Herb gardens for a kitchen window are welcome gifts too. A window garden will come in handy for snipping off fresh herbs during dinner preparation. A simple herb garden should include basil, chives, rosemary and thyme. Put everything the homeowner needs in a tidy pot or planter, and tie a large ribbon around the collection. Another good idea is to give flower or plant seeds or simply give a fresh bouquet of flowers.
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Vases
A vase is a sparkling gift that your loved one or friend will use often and especially on special occasions. RedEnvelope's Hearts That Love Vase is carefully crafted from Polish crystal and has elegant engraving on the side. The engraved quote reads, "Hearts that love are always in bloom." This sturdy vase is 6 inches wide and 10 inches high. A set of miniature vases in colored glass also makes a nice housewarming gift. Surprise him or her with an arrangement of flowers to show off the new vase.
Candles and Accessories
Candles and candle accessories make any home feel more inviting. Send 100 good wishes to the new homeowner with RedEnvelope's 100 Good Wishes Candle Set. This two candle set displays 100 affirming, positive words that light up when the candle is lit. Made in blue and green, each candle burns 95 hours. These pillar candles are made of paraffin wax. Candle accessories, like candle snuffers and candleholders make practical gifts she will use all the time. Other practical gifts are jar candle lampshades and decorative covers for glass candles. Fill a wooden box with a variety of candles for an attractive gift. Floating candles, scented and unscented, votive and tea lights all make good choices. If the new homeowner is the crafty type, a candle making kit complete with essential oils and wax dye will allow him to make his own candles.