Housewarming gift

Do you know someone who has just moved and would like to treat them to a housewarming gift. That’s so thoughtful of you. Whether you’re invited to a moving party, house warming, or just a cup of coffee to see the new home, we’ve got the gift to match the occasion. In principle, you can give anything away as a housewarming gift. Here at Rosendahl.com, however, we have put together a selection of great housewarming gifts to inspire you. You’ll find gift ideas for both couples and singles, for all ages, and in all price ranges. Explore our exciting range.

What should you give as a housewarming gift?

It's a big day when one gets the keys to one's new apartment or house. This applies regardless of whether it is the first time you're moving into your own place, you have bought your first home, or you're moving for the fifth time. A new home is always exciting, because you can put down roots and settle down. You may have been invited to the new home for a tour de chambre, and you look forward to seeing it and saying congratulations through a small gift. But what is actually a good housewarming gift?

Finding the right item can be a bit of a project, because what do you give to someone else as a gift? Whatever you find, the recipient has certainly been looking forward to moving in and getting sorted, and will therefore be delighted that you have spent time and money on finding just the right thing for them. You can give away many different things that they are guaranteed to appreciate. It’s a good idea to buy something for the new home, such as a set of plates, cutlery or glasses. This is a perfect gift for someone who's moving out of their parents' house and learning to stand on their own two feet for the first time. A beautiful vase, a candlestick, or a small LED lamp will help to create atmosphere in the home, and they are ideal gifts for a couple moving in together, or for someone who has already lived alone for a while and is therefore not about to start all over by buying new dinnerware and cutlery.

How to find a great gift

The first time you visit the new home, it is customary to bring a gift. A bottle of wine will almost always be well received, but we understand if you want to give a gift that doesn't just disappear like food and drink always does. The recipient will be reminded of you when they look at the item you gave them, and will enjoy it for a lot longer. In your quest for a good housewarming gift, you should consider several things. First and foremost, you should consider the recipient's interests and circumstances. Have they just left home? In that case, they will need basic items like cutlery, plates and tea towels. Do they love spending time in the kitchen? Then you can buy them a cooking apron. Do they love nature? Delight them with a bird feeder, so they can hear birdsong as they open their new terrace or balcony door in the morning. There are many opportunities to find a personal gift that they will appreciate.

What should a housewarming gift cost?

There are no specific rules about what a gift should cost. However, a housewarming gift is more informal than e.g. a wedding or christening gift. If the person has just moved in, you can choose to bring a small, informal item that congratulates them on their new home. A gift like that is usually between DKK 50 and DKK 200. On the other hand, if you have been invited to a housewarming party, then the situation is a little different, and you might even be lucky enough that the recipient has given you a wish list. In terms of price, you can give a gift that costs anywhere from DKK 200 to DKK 500–600. It also depends your relationship with the recipient. However, it is always the thought that counts and, therefore, if you let your heart guide you in your search, your gift will always be well received – regardless of how much it cost.

Ideas for housewarming gifts

Do you need ideas for a housewarming gift? Maybe you’re lucky enough to have received a wish list, which makes it much easier. Otherwise, you will need to find your own inspiration, which our many exciting gift options for a new home can offer you. They will undoubtedly create enthusiasm and gratitude. It is a good idea to consider some things before making a purchase. Among other things, you need to consider whether you want the gift to be personal, practical, or perhaps even a little fun and different. A housewarming gift can easily be informal and given with a twinkle in the eye. If the recipient is prone to arriving late, why not give them a clock. Or if they tend to spill on their clothes when cooking, get them an apron. A gift like this is given with a smile, but it's also practical and useful in the recipient's everyday life. 

Housewarming gifts for him

The perfect gift depends entirely on the person receiving it, and your relationship with him. When choosing the right housewarming gift for him, it is a good idea consider what he needs in his home. Maybe something for the grill? For example, a good pair of grilling gloves or an apron. They can make a big difference to the grill master, who loves to flip steaks on his Weber whenever the opportunity arises. If you would like to contribute by adding a cosy touch to his new home, you could also consider buying a new throw or pillow for the lucky recipient. Likewise, wine glasses are typically well received.

Housewarming gifts for her

The right housewarming gift may seem impossible to find. We understand this. Of course, you want to get it right so that the person is happy for your gift and can use it for something. If you’re looking for a gift for a good friend, sister, daughter, or another woman in your life, we’re here to help you with great gift ideas. Does she enjoy baking? Then can make her a gift basket with muffin moulds, pot holders and a cookie recipe book. Is she more into table settings? Then a table cover, placemats, table runner or linen napkins will delight and excite her. There are so many options to choose from.

A personalised gift

Perhaps your dear friend is moving? Or maybe your son or daughter? If so, you will certainly want to give them a more personal gift that they will love. Perhaps you also want to give them something that marks the day they left home for the first time, or bought their first house. Both are a milestone worth celebrating. It is clearly an advantage to choose something that falls within their field of interest. In many cases, a vase or tablecloth is more suitable for women than men, whereas grilling gloves and grilling gear are more popular with men. There may of course be exceptions, and if you know the person well, you probably also have a good sense of what they like, and what you should avoid. Because in the end, that is how you choose a personal gift.

A practical gift

When you buy a housewarming gift, it is very much about finding out what the person already has, and what they are lacking in their home. Therefore, it is a good idea to ask if they need anything before you buy the gift. Dinnerware, glasses and cutlery are a matter of personal taste for many people, and therefore recipients appreciate being asked for advice before you buy something that may not appeal to their taste or that they already own. If you want to give someone a practical gift, you can give them a water carafe, bowl, thermal jug, kitchen utensils, etc. because items like that can always be used.

You could also consider creating your own gift basket and thereby putting together several things that the person can use. For example, you could make a basket with new bed linen, in which you enclose a small bunch of lavender that smells wonderful and can be placed between the bed linen to give it a soothing and natural scent, instead of using fabric softener. The advantage of gift baskets is that they are simple to make and allow room for customisation.