Moving to a new place is never an easy task, and it can sometimes leave people feeling emotionally and mentally drained. If you’ve got a loved one who recently moved, buying a housewarming gift can be a thoughtful, kind gesture that will warm their spirits. When you move, one of the most important tasks is to settle into the new space and make it feel like home. The following gifts are excellent for making your loved one feel at home and comfortable in their new living space.
1. Flowers
The vivid colors and exquisite scents of flowers can really brighten up a living space and negate from the dreariness of navigating a box-filled apocalyptic wasteland. It is a kind, loving gesture that can be accomplished easily. It is hard to go wrong with flowers, as they brighten up the spirit of any space they occupy.
2. Welcome Mat
Chances are your loved ones haven’t got a welcome mat yet. You can buy them a nice classic Welcome Mat, or you can be more adventurous and make your own. For example, you buy a cheap mat from a discount store and turn it into a DIY project by creating a unique or hilarious greeting for your friend. A welcome mat is usually the first thing that catches a person’s attention when they enter someone’s home, making this a fantastic gift option.
3. Hot Food
One of the challenges of moving is that you need to continue eating even when you’ve packed up all of your kitchen equipment and your fridge is empty. Providing or delivering real food can be a major morale booster for someone who is moving. They’ve been skimping by on the bare minimums for a while, and could probably use a hearty meal or two.
4. Bottle of Wine or Champagne
A bottle of wine or champagne is a classic housewarming gift, and for good reason. A nice glass of wine or champagne is very refreshing after hours of unpacking. You can even raise a glass to your friend’s new venture in their new living space and create a new memory right off the bat.
5. Balcony Goods
Does your friend or loved one have a balcony? Spruce it up with things like wind chimes, lounge chairs, and patio tables. Even the smallest balcony can be turned into a little slice of heaven with the use of plants, furniture, and umbrellas. Help your friend create a refreshing, unique space and perhaps it can be enjoyed and frequented by the both of you.
6. Tools
Even if your friend or loved one has tools, they might be packed away somewhere deep in the moving truck. Also, one can never have enough screwdrivers, especially when one has all that decorating to do! Buying your loved one a simple tool like a hammer, screwdriver, or tape measure can help them immensely and save them a trip to the hardware store.
7. Bathroom Essentials
Most of us remember to pack a toiletry bag to get us through a couple of weeks at our new place, but fewer of us remember to pack things like shower mats, bathroom rugs, towel sets, and door hangers. There is simply too much to keep track of when moving to worry about small details like these. However, these small details contribute significantly to feeling at home and settled-in.
8. Spice Rack
One of the hardest things about moving into a new living space is getting the home to the point where your loved one can start making complex, delicious meals at home without having to dig through boxes. One way you can help expedite this process is by buying that loved one a spice rack. This will enable your loved one to cook with more creativity and thought, and perhaps get them excited to outfit their new kitchen as soon as possible.
9. Candles/Incense
Candles and Incense are both highly effective at setting a serene mood in a living space. The calming scents combined with the moody flicker of the candle are really great for making a space feel homey and welcoming.
10. Plants
Plants are great for adding variety to a monotonous feeling space. Adding a few indoor plants can make a living room feel like a jungle treehouse, and can give the living space an eclectic, funky vibe. This is a great choice for any outdoor enthusiast in your life.
11. Wall Clock
Clocks can be a neat and artsy addition to any living space. Not only do clocks come in limitless varieties, there are clocks with neon lighting, projection timing, and other mechanical features that make them really unique pieces for a new living space. Think outside the box and your gift could be a conversation piece for your loved one’s new place.
12. Wall Decor
A framed photo or piece of art is a really thoughtful gift to get someone. Their walls will be empty and plain when they first move in so help them spruce it up by decorating their wall. Things like neon signs and unique light fixtures make extra cool gifts and will set an awesome tone in the new living space.
13. Cleaning Products
Chances are that some of your loved one’s belongings got a little dusty during storage and transit. A care package of cleaning products can be a thoughtful and practical gift for your loved one’s new apartment. Keeping a clean apartment will help them feel more serene and proficient on their new journey.
14. Coffee Maker
If your loved one is a fan of coffee or espresso, why not spruce up their apartment with a fancy new coffee maker. There are many types of coffee makers that make all different types of coffee and espresso. Shop around and look for one that suits your loved one well.
Before They Move
If your loved ones haven’t moved yet, one of the best things you can do is suggest reputable, friendly moving services for their relocation. Metropolis Moving has gained a 5-star rating on Yelp for being a reliable, careful, and courteous New York City moving service. Have your loved ones request a quote today, and help ease the stress of their move.
