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Welcome Home: Unique Housewarming Gift Ideas

Welcome Home: Unique Housewarming Gift Ideas

Looking for the perfect housewarming gift for a loved one? We’ve curated a list of gifts for all of the personalities in your life, so you can pick out a thoughtful and unique present that they’ll actually use and love. From the foodie to the plant aficionado, we’ve got you covered with the perfect housewarming gift ideas!

For the Foodie: Personalized Cutting Board

Not only is a personalized cutting board practical for everyday use, it also adds a personal touch to the kitchen. Your foodie friend will love having a cutting board unique to them and can use it as they prepare food or as a serving platter when hosting.

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Book Pairing: Magnolia Table: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering

With Joanna Gaines' warm and passionate approach to food, this cookbook is full of classic American recipes that celebrate family and togetherness. The foodie in your life will be inspired to prepare delicious meals and share them with loved ones. From the savory Chicken Pot Pie to the sweet Lemon Pie, Magnolia Table has something for everyone.

For the Host: Unique Coasters

For the host in your life, a set of unique and decorative drink coasters is a beautiful and practical choice. They are the perfect way to add a touch of style and personality throughout the home and will come in handy for all of the parties to come.
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Booking Pairing: The Dinner Party Project

This cookbook offers a modern approach to entertaining and provides practical tips for stress-free hosting. With over 80 recipes and menu ideas, this book has something for every occasion, from casual taco nights to more formal dinner parties. The whimsical illustrations and helpful tips within each recipe make it easy to plan ahead and avoid last-minute scrambling. Your friend will appreciate the opportunity to try out new recipes and throw a fun, delicious, and no-stress gathering with their new drink coasters on display.

For the Plant Aficionado: Houseplant Delivery

Whether you’re gifting a plant pro or aspiring plant parent, gifting classic and easy-to-care-for plants is a great gift for a housewarming. If you are gifting someone who isn’t local to you, try a plant delivery service to get the perfect plants right to your loved one’s door. Your plant-loving friend will appreciate the thoughtful gesture and opportunity to add a new member to their plant family.
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Book Pairing: Houseplants for All

This beautifully designed guide helps readers select and care for the right plants for their home using a plant profile quiz. With tips on plant care, container options, and solutions to common problems, this book will help the plant lover keep their greenery healthy and thriving.

For the First-Time Homeowner: Essentials Toolkit

As all homeowners know, a toolkit is an absolute must to have on hand. With this manual tool kit, the new home-owner in your life will have all of the essentials they need to tackle basic repairs and maintenance tasks around their new home.

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Book Pairing: The Martha Manual

The Martha Manual is the perfect gift for the first-time homeowner, providing them with essential life skills and expert advice on a wide range of topics. From organizing and cleaning to decorating and celebrating, Martha Stewart's time-tested strategies and useful insights in an easy-to-follow format will equip them with the basic how-to knowledge they need to tackle any challenge that comes with homeownership.

For the Decorator: Throw Blanket

The decorator knows that the right accents can make all the difference in a room. A cozy and stylish throw is the perfect finishing touch to any space, adding warmth and texture. Look for something that is more neutral and could fit in multiple spaces in the decorator’s home so they have the flexibility to move it around for different seasons.
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Book Pairing: Photo Breakdowns: The Stories Behind 100 Portraits

While the decorator has an eye for style and design, they also appreciate interesting and visually stunning books to adorn their coffee table. Photo Breakdowns by Greg Williams is the perfect complement to their home decor, showcasing the intimate and revealing stories behind iconic photographs of Hollywood stars.

For the Cocktail Connoisseur: Fun Drink Pitcher

Cheers to the cocktail connoisseur! Elevate their at-home bar with a stylish and functional drink pitcher that is perfect for serving up their latest cocktail creations. A fun and unique addition to any bar collection, this pitcher is sure to impress both guests and the cocktail enthusiast themselves.
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Book Pairing: The Encyclopedia of Cocktails

From 3-ingredient drinks to mad-scientist mixology, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is any bartender’s go-to resource. This in-depth guide will provide recommendations, tips, and techniques that will help you understand how to make the best cocktails at home. The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys mixing up a great drink and experimenting with new flavors and ingredients.

For the Sweet Tooth: Decorative Cake Stand

For the sweet tooth in your life, there’s no better gift than a beautiful cake stand to display their delicious creations. Whether they love to bake for special occasions or just for fun, a cake stand is a practical and stylish addition to their kitchen décor that will showcase their desserts and make them feel like a pro.
 
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Book Pairing: Sweet Cravings

Sweet Cravings features over 550 pages of mouth-watering treats organized by what you're craving, ensuring that no one will ever settle for less when indulging their sweet tooth. With delicious gluten-free and vegan baking options, helpful tips and techniques, and essential recipes, this intuitive dessert cookbook has something sweet for everyone, making it the perfect companion to the sweets lover in your life.

Finding the perfect gift for someone can be a daunting task, but with these thoughtful and personalized gift ideas, you can easily show your loved ones how much you care. From the first-time homeowner to the sweet tooth, there is a gift that is sure to bring a smile to their face. Pairing each gift with a relevant book is also a great way to add an extra touch of thoughtfulness and provide them with additional knowledge and inspiration. So the next time you're on the hunt for a gift, consider these pairings and give a gift that will be cherished and enjoyed for years to come.