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54 unique housewarming gifts that they will actually like
Many of our favourite makers and craftspeople, independent shops and high-street retailers have a wealth of brilliant housewarming gifts and Christmas gifts for the home. There are merits to both shopping small and shopping on the high street, so you'll be pleased to know that this guide offers both.
If you prefer to shop small, there are enough brilliant shops and makers out there to make it easy to eschew the retail giants and support the little guy. However, we also understand that sometimes it's hard to know where to look in your pursuit of the best housewarming gifts from independent shops, or, more commonly, you simply need fast shipping because you've left your shopping to the final minute. If that's the case you will be relieved to know that many of the high street stalwarts included in this gift guide offer shipping right up to Christmas Eve.
What is a nice inexpensive housewarming gift?
You’ll find some lovely affordable housewarming gift ideas in our guide, but for at a glance recommendations look no further. Scented candles, doormats, coasters and diffusers are all fail safe gifts for new homeowners, whether you’re buying for a loved one, colleague or neighbour. Alternatively, think about something practical but charming. A mug, for instance, will sit nicely in their new kitchen.
What's the best housewarming gift to buy?
A smart sofa throw or throw blanket for the end of their bed is always a thoughtful housewarming gift. It works well no matter who your gift recipient is, whether they are a family member or friend.
As any first time homeowner or renter will know, there are a surprising amount of kitchen gadgets needed in a for new space. This Always Pan is the solution to that problem, doing the job of eight pans in one. For more great gifts for cooks, electric kettles, olive oils and wine glasses are also lovely ideas.
The latest must-have collaboration on our radar? House of Hackney X Anthropologie. This candle casts a particularly lovely glow and would make a great present too. For a lower budget pick, there is a single wick version available too.
Give the gift of music with Sonos' latest speaker. It comes in a range of colours, so simply pick their favourite and go.
There's nothing like a scented candle to provide a sense of calm. This one makes a great gift and the smart glass pot can be reused after it's burnt out.
You can't go wrong with a classic Fortnum and Mason hamper, especially in the colder months as Christmas approaches. This wicker basket is full of delicious treats that'll keep the new homeowners' cupboards full until their first food shop.
A not-in-your-face diffuser can be hard to come by, but this one from Oliver Bonas does the trick nicely. It will suit most interiors, so will make a lovely housewarming present for most.
A fun activity for the first night in a new home will always go down well. The best bit? They'll be making something they can keep forever. This kit is for plant pots, but there are ones for candles too.
Fresh bedding is an unbeatable feeling. Everyone likes crisp white sheets and these ones from Dusk are particularly affordable.
More Christmas gifts for the home, house gifts for him and house gifts for her
1/39Calico Club Membership, £75 per month from House & Garden.
What could be a better present than membership to The Calico Club? A year's worth of inspiration, learning, and entertainment from leading tastemakers and creatives, plus lots of other benefits, including complimentary subscription to the magazine, access to House & Garden’s Masterclasses, and The Calico Club’s full catalog of online talks.
Membership starts from £75 a month and makes the perfect gift for devotee’s of all things art, design, interiors, gardens and food. To present alongside their membership, the recipient will be given The Calico Club’s new membership pack which contains some carefully curated goodies all packed up in a jolly marbled paper box which is produced in Jaipur in India using hand-marbled, recycled paper.
2/39Ramen Bowl Blue Leaves, £53 from Couverture & The Garbstore.
Handmade from stoneware clay in the Czech Republic, this ramen bowl would be equally good on display as it would be in use.
3/39Whippet Cushion Cover, €241.80 from Chateau Orlando.
Trust Luke Edward Hall, taste maker du jour, to come up with the year's most coveted cushion.
4/39Anaktae Hippos Light Oxidised Brass Bookend, £130 from Greeks Bearing Gifts.
Every house needs some stylish bookends, and these make the perfect pick.
17/39'Even More Things Nicky Haslam Finds Common' tea towel, £28 or £38 signed by Nicky, from Nicky Haslam.
Email flora@nickyhaslamstudio.com to order.
39/39Sea Green Bottle and Cup, £39.50 from Cupple.
The House & Garden team have rounded up even more gifts, including gifts for gardeners who have everything and sustainable gift guides, as well as coffee subscriptions to gift. With Valentine's Day right around the corner, our guide to the best Valentine's day gifts for her will help you find inspiration. Make sure you look at our gallery of charming Christmas wrapping paper for the most beautiful looking gifts. Looking for an advent calendar? We've researched the best food advent calendars to buy now, as well as the best gin advent calendars. Starting your Christmas decorating now? We have a lovely gallery on unique baubles to buy.
