Moving into a new place is a stressful and costly endeavor, and a good housewarming gift should alleviate the stress with a smile and help the new house feel more like a home. With these two core aims in mind, you can find the right gift for your friend quite easily. Here are some ideas that I love:
Custom Christmas ornaments will make the holidays feel cozier. There are some great options for customization. You can get a first apartment ornament or something more timeless, like your friend's picture and a date. Acknowledging this rite of passage and marking it with a symbolic gift such as an ornament will make the experience feel more real and help your friend settle into their new place with more ease.
Another great idea is, of course, a custom leather keychain. Your friend will receive a single key to their house when they are first moving in, and personalizing the act of opening the door will make a significant difference in their experience. Attaching a beautiful gesture from a friend to their house key is the first step in making this space truly their own. You can customize the keychain with their favorite quote, a loving message, their name, or the coordinates of their new house. Also, these gifts are handmade from high-quality distressed leather, which means they will stand to the test of time and age gracefully.
If your friends are bookish like me, you can get a couple of custom leather bookmarks to adorn their bookshelves. They will definitely appreciate the gesture each time they pull a new book from their to-be-read pile. While it might not be the first idea that pops into your head when you think of housewarming gifts, a quote like "home is where the heart is" imprinted on a classy bookmark can make the difference between a house and a home.
Last but not least, custom wooden signs are a winner all around. Your friend will be faced with barren walls when they first move in. Furniture will fill the space, but the walls will remain untouched till they actually start living in this space and start hanging pictures and paintings. This process can take a while, and the house might feel empty while they settle in. A wooden sign with their name and move-in date will help them get started and add a touch of color to the walls. You can also choose from different image designs based on what they love or their occupations.
These ideas are sure to help your friend break a smile during a stressful move-in. It is the thought that counts, and you'll definitely make their house feel homier with the right note. If you have any other ideas, please share them in the comments!
