Moving to a new home is one of those life events that you will always remember, and for first time buyers it’s an even more special event. This is a time that is filled with endless possibilities and new beginnings with the joys that come with making everything look just the way you want it to. A carefully thought out housewarming gift is a wonderful way to celebrate this special milestone with any first time buyer.
Read on as we explore some of the best new home gifts that you might want to consider for new homeowners. There really is something to suit every taste, budget and style, from those all important kitchen essentials to homeware items and, of course, decorative items as well.
Essential electricals
Essential electricals like toasters, kettles or even irons can make great new home gifts. If the first time buyers in question are moving out of the family home, then they may be starting from scratch and these essential items will really help. Look for good brands that will last, and in the case of toasters and kettles consider those options that will go with most colour schemes like silver or black.
If they already have the basic small electricals, then why not consider something like a blender or a small coffee pod machine depending on their taste and cooking style? These are often things that people don’t always buy for themselves when it comes to setting up home for the first time.
Kitchen items
Always a popular choice, items for the kitchen make great gifts. From an elegant cafetiere to a good set of kitchen knives from a brand like Victorinox or Sabatier that will last a lifetime. Remember if you are gifting knives that there is some superstition involved. Knives gifted can be a symbol of a friendship being severed so remember to include a coin with your gift. Good quality oven dishes are also a great addition to any kitchen, and you really can never have enough of these.
Mugs
You really can never have too many mugs and a nice set of mugs can make a wonderful new home gift. There is something rather special about drinking tea or coffee out of a good quality mug and there are plenty of different options out there to choose from. Denby, for example, offers a stunning range of understated mugs, both standard and large sized that will fit the bill perfectly and come in a range of subtle colours perfect for any aesthetic. If patterns are more likely to be popular with the first time buyer, then take a look at brands like Aynsley and Orla Kielty. Both of these brands offer sets of mugs with patterns that complement each other and would make a fantastic new home gift.
Ornaments
If the first time buyers you are purchasing a gift for have been renting, then there is a good chance that they will already have plenty of those all important essentials for their home.
If this is the case,then something more ornamental that will serve as a reminder of the purchase of their first property is a great choice. Willow Tree figurines are always a popular choice and a fantastic addition to any home where they will blend in well with any colour scheme. If you think the person you are buying a gift for would prefer something with a little more colour to it then it is worth checking out the Disney by Britto figurine collection, where you will find many of those much loved Disney characters reimagined in a vibrant pop art style.