Decor Picks for New Homes

A new place is something to celebrate! Whether it’s a first apartment, a house upgrade, or time to move in with a significant other, showing support for friends and family who are making moves is always a nice gesture.

This guide has you covered with gift ideas that are both thoughtful and personal, so that you can help your loved ones make a new space feel like their home.

Always feel free to reach out with questions or custom requests!

Housewarming Gifts That Always Work

These easy gift ideas are practical, meaningful, and cute, making them great for nearly anyone. While perfect on their own, we’ve also included ideas for additional sweet touches (both traditional and non) if you want to give it a little extra.

Vase + Flowers

For the friend with an eye for all things beautiful - a unique bud vase brings character and bright energy to any space.

Sweet touch: Add a bouquet of fresh flower or stems (for your own version of may your house always have life...)

Napkins + Baked Goods

For those who value meals together above all else - a set of cloth napkins makes for memorable dinners in a new home.

Sweet touch: Add some warm cookies or a loaf of bread (you know, may you never know hunger...)

Decorative Tray + Champagne

For the very organized - trays are great for catching daily essentials, displaying keepsakes, or serving coffee or cocktails.

Sweet touch: Add a bottle of champagne to be extra festive (wine, to always have joy and never go thirsty...)

Candleholders + Candles

For the cozy homebody - candleholders bring soft, warm light to any room and come in so many styles, shapes, and colors.

Sweet touch: Add a uniquely shaped or colored candle for the complete look (have light through the darkest times...)

Kitchen Towel + Cookbook

For the home chef - tea towels add a pop of color to the kitchen, and you can never have too many.

Sweet touch: Add your favorite cookbook or tasty olive oil

Decorative Bowl + Candy

For someone who loves knickknacks - a decorative bowl is great for displaying sentimental pieces.

Sweet touch: Add your favorite candy or chocolate for a treat.

Throw Blanket + Tea

For literally anyone - a soft throw blanket is useful and luxurious at all times.

Sweet touch: Add a satchel of your favorite tea for the ultimate comfy, self-care gift.

Gifts For When You Want to Step it Up

For an extra special someone, a little welcome home bundle can take it up a notch. All of the formulas and ideas below are meant to inspire and can be taken as is, or customized for personal taste, style, and budget.

The Table Accent Starter Set

Help your new homeowner (or renter!) design their coffee table, organize their entryway console, or accent their nightstand with a cute little set. A tray, vase, candeholder, and an optional sweet touch is a classic starter formula.

Tray		Vase		Candleholder		Sweet Touch
	+		+		+	Coffee Table Book, Magazine, etc.

The Cozy Night In Bundle

Provide all of the necessities for a cozy couch, corner, or reading nook to help them relax after the stresses of moving. A soft throw blanket and pillow, a candleholder, and your own optional addition make for an ideal night in.

Throw		Pillow Cover		Candleholder		Sweet Touch
	+		+		+	Popcorn, Game, Book, Tea, etc.

The Meal Ticket Setup

For your friend who loves to cook, host, or just set a beautiful table, gift a brand new setup for their fresh start. A table runner (or cloth), napkins (and/or placemats), a decorative bowl, and your optional touch won't go wrong.

Table Runner		Napkins		Bowl		Sweet Touch
	+		+		+	Cookbook, Olive Oil, Bread, etc.

 

Housewarming Gift Tips

• Don't stress too much if you're unsure of style. Pick something that's cozy or useful, and lean toward neutral colors if you're really worried about it.
  
  
• Think about scale and needs. Small, unique accents like candleholders and bud vases are easier to incorporate into tight spaces and are great for someone who already has everything.
  
  
• A couple thoughtful pieces that show care and consideration go a long way. Nothing has to be large or costly, especially when it comes to the sweet touches (which are often the most meaningful anyway).
  
  
• A little handwritten note or card is the best way to top it off and welcome them home.
  

A Final Thought

Remember: this is about celebrating and making a house a home! Don't overthink the gift, just choose something from the guide that feels right, add a little personal touch, and they'll love it. 

If you're still stuck or running out of time, we also have a gift card.

Happy designing!