45 Thoughtful Housewarming Gifts to Liven Up a New Home

Dress up that champagne or go-to bottle of wine with a marble chilling sleeve on an acacia wood saucer. After the housewarming party, use it as a vase for flowers, filled with either real or faux stems.

For the dog mom who just moved to a new place, gift this golden table lamp that shows off just how much they love their four-legged friend. It comes in five different dog breed models, so they can show off their favorite.

House Beautiful editors are divided on the bar cart’s appeal, but Assistant Editor Meghan Shouse considers this crystal cocktail shaker a must for her at-home setup. They’ll love bringing it out at parties.

New keys, new keychain. These one-of-a-kind epoxy resin beauties look like decorative objects on a loved one's entry console.

A nice bouquet of flowers to liven up a new space will always be appreciated. These delicate white orchids will inspire new beginnings, and the accompanying sea salt grapefruit candle will bring some freshness to their home.

“I recently started using these during a test of Turkish cotton towels, and I cannot believe how soft and absorbent they are after every shower,” Associate Shopping Editor Janae McKenzie says. “I genuinely look forward to wrapping myself in their spa-like feel.”

New home, new dishes! Year & Day's minimalist sets come with 16 pieces, and the durable ceramics are made of locally sourced clay by artisans in Portugal. It's hands down a quality gift anyone would want.

For the gift that keeps on giving, consider a plant subscription from Horti. There are quarterly, month-to-month, and even rare plant options available for purchase.

Plants make great housewarming gifts no matter how green your friend's thumb is. For ease, choose a low-fuss pairing with high-design credentials.

Chocolates and treats are nice, but personalized sugar cookies to celebrate their new home? Even sweeter. This is also great for bakers, who may not have time to set up all their kitchen tools yet, to indulge in some sweet treats.

Give a cheeky nod to the takeout they'll be eating until those kitchen boxes are unpacked. These can be handwashed in detergent, which reduces the use and waste of paper towels too.

A pretty planter paired with a new houseplant is a foolproof gift. Just build in time for you to replant the greenery into the pot and we suggest skipping the wrapping paper.

For the awkward phase of moving when furniture hasn’t arrived, or for unexpected out of town guests, a good air mattress is a crucial buy. This durable one is lofty, so guests won’t feel like they’re sleeping on a padded floor.

If their new abode is running low on cabinet space, take advantage of some vertical real estate with this oak wine glass rack. They can have their favorite glassware easy to use and on display.

Why not celebrate with a slice of cake? If you can’t be there to bring it to them, deliver Junior’s famous, velvety cheesecake to their doorstep for a sweet treat.

For the thank you notes they’ll be writing to people and the last-minute birthday cards, they’ll be glad they have this beautiful stationery box decorated with flowers.

Household fixes are the name of the home-owning and renting game, making this organized, fashion-forward toolbox a solid gift idea. No more last-minute hardware store runs for them!

Ensure that your friends never have to write out their return address again with a handmade, self-inking, custom rubber calligraphy stamp. They’ll love how official it feels when sending out Christmas cards or invitations.

What tops off a perfect cheese board (or toast, or biscuits, or anything, really) better than some preserves or savory spreads? Don’t be surprised if they’re asking you for refills pretty soon.

Coasters this chic guarantee that no one will ever forget to use them. Give the gift of no water rings with this solid, forest-green set of four. The coasters have a protective feet, so the thick marble won't scratch a glass or wood table.