13 of the Best Housewarming Gifts
Moving into a new place can be exciting! A well-thought-through housewarming gift makes a welcome gesture for that momentous occasion.
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Moving into a new place can be exciting! I mean, whether it’s a new apartment, first-time home purchase, or college dorm. Whether it’s the very first home (rental or purchase) or it’s the forever home it’s a momentous occasion and well-thought-through housewarming gifts are always a welcome gesture for that excited-but-overwhelmed mover.
Even if you don’t know anyone right now who might need it when a loved one makes that big move, you’ll definitely want these housewarming gift ideas on hand (these also make great birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, and just-because gifts as well). I’ve rounded up some of the best housewarming gifts at a variety of price points, and all are items I truly use and love. Read on to get inspired with the best housewarming gifts for 2022.
Ceramics
Mora Ceramics has an absolutely beautiful collection of Kitchen ceramics. They have everything from platters to plates and bowls to travel mugs. Here are a few of my favorites that make perfect housewarming gifts:
First of all, let’s be real, if they just moved in, they’re gonna need a go-to coffee mug, and one that travels so they can put it in their single-serve coffee maker, grab and unpack or go to work is a perfect choice! The Mora Ceramics 14 oz Double Walled Ceramic Travel Mug with Lid is that mug. You can use it for hot or iced coffees. It’s not only beautiful, but it’s also functional. I love mine, it doesn’t get hot to the touch, but it keeps my hot coffee hot, and the best part… it’s dishwasher and Microwave safe (except for the lid, the lid is handwash only).
These ceramic serving platters will level up even your most basic dinner nights. Use them for charcuterie boards or pasta dishes. Options are endless, making them perfect housewarming gifts! They come in sets of 2 with size options of L & L Serving Dishes, L & XL Serving Dishes, or 2XL & 3XL Serving Dishes
Kitchen specific
These ceramic mixing bowls can be used for baking or serving. They come in sets of 2 in 2 different color options, so mix and match or buy the same color in both to make a matching set!
Who doesn’t love getting new dishware for a housewarming gift? These High Rimmed Dinner Plates in Assorted Neutrals are a fun new way to have dinner (or breakfast or lunch). You can even grab a few friends (or family members), by the matching dessert plates and bowls for a fun set to gift so their dishes game is re-vibed for the new place! Just a heads up… these plates tend to sell out fast, but Mora Ceramics is great at re-stocking as quickly as possible.
Kitchen Specific
Whether you’re looking for a unique cookbook, new flavors, or the perfect kitchen utensils. I got all of them right here.
Buy Now → A cutting board is a thoughtful and practical gift, and the 2 Piece Solid Wood Cutting Board Set with Handle by We Made also offers a great option for a couple of beautiful charcuterie boards worthy of any Instagram Photo (no seriously, check out my Insta to see what I mean, because I use these boards a lot).
Once the dust settles and that kitchen is ready to go, They’re gonna want to try out that new stove, and dishes/bakeware. So why not grab a fun cookbook with unique recipes in it for that perfect housewarming gift? Kat Lieu’s Modern Asian Baking at Home Cookbook is one of my new favorites. It gives me all the nostalgia of home and has given me great recipes I was never able to get from my dad before he passed away. But even if your friend is not Asian, they can enjoy the amazing recipes.
Why not add these fun All Natural Flavorings to go along with the new cookbook you just grabbed to make a fun Asian-themed housewarming gift? Halo Pantry makes some of the best flavorings I’ve ever bought. They’re unique and fun to work with. I used Lychee in my Lychee Almond Cake. These are legit and some of my absolute favorite flavorings out there.
Cooking utensils
KitchenAid Bamboo Turner and Spoon Set, 2-Piece not only are they practical, but they also look amazing. They’re going to love these, especially if you add them in with a nice set of cookware for a perfect housewarming gift set.
A new home calls for new cookware. A good set can last for years, and if you know your friend/family member can use new pots and pans, it’s a perfect housewarming gift to give. That being said, it is a splurge, so why not make it a group gift?
The All-Clad 10-Piece D3 Stainless Professional Grade Cookware Set is my recommended choice. I inherited mine when my dad passed away and I honestly LOVE them and will never buy anything else ever again.
The set includes: 8 and 10-inch fry pans, 2 and 3-quart saucepans with lids, a 3-quart saute pan with a lid, and an 8-quart stockpot with a lid.
Kitchen Appliances
If the new homeowner is a big baker, this little kitchen appliance makes a huge difference. The Cuisinart Power Advantage Plus 9-speed hand mixer has 220 watts of power with automatic feedback including the SmoothStart feature with 3-low mixing speeds that eliminates splattering. This one is at a higher price point, so it would make a great group housewarming gift! Don’t forget the mixing bowls!
KitchenAid 6 Qt. Professional 600 Series Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer is definitely another splurge item, but it’s seriously, so worth it. These mixers are heavy-duty countertop eye candy, and they come in just about every shade of the rainbow, I personally prefer the bowl lift vs the tilt heads. If the $600 price tag is a bit much for you (it is on sale for $499.95 right now, if that helps), check out the KitchenAid Deluxe 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer. It is a slightly cheaper and still great option for that upscale housewarming gift.
Professional Series includes: burnished flat beater, power knead spiral dough hook, wire whip.
Everything else
Not everything has to Be an actual housewares item. How about a fun address stamp, or key chain, or maybe you can make them a yummy meal/treat because when you move into a new place, the last thing you want to do is cook (even people that like to cook, because stuff is EVERYWHERE)?
Handcrafted Leather Key Straps by Tammy of EmmyLouBags. That new home came with keys and those keys need a lovely new keychain, don’t you think? These handcrafted leather beauties are available in 3 colors and an option of a rounded or square strap end.
This Simple Address Stamp By Kelly of WestAndSage is a fun and kind of fancy way to send out mail! Kelly of WestAndSage on Etsy offers all kinds of different handcrafted stampers. Ones on beautifully crafted woodblocks or you can buy self-inking stamps in 7 other color options for $38.95.
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