Considering that nearly anything is a housewarming gift in the right context, it makes sense that picking one can seem overwhelming.
First, there are the decorative gifts: Picture frames. Garden pots. Candles.
Then there are practical gifts: Coasters. Towels. Vacuum cleaners.
But finding a housewarming gift that is both practical and elegant— now there's a challenge.
Here is our rundown of the 6 best practical housewarming gifts that will actually get used.
Everything you see here is made of bamboo. Why? It's durable, sustainable, and versatile — all great qualities in a housewarming gift.
1. Expandable Bamboo Drawer Dividers
While other guests will bring towels, coasters, and utensils to the housewarming party, you'll provide the new homeowners with a flexible solution for storing it all.
Why New Homeowners Appreciate It:
Your newly housed friends have a bunch of empty space, creating challenges to organization. Drawer dividers will bring a sense of order to their home. Plus, they expand to fit drawers in any room of the house, from the kitchen to the bedroom to the bathroom. This is one housewarming gift that will definitely get used.
Also Makes a Great Gift For:
- Students
- Apartment Dwellers
- Collectors
2. Stackable Bamboo Wine Rack
Let others bring the wine. You've brought an elegant, customizable place to store it.
Why New Homeowners Appreciate It:
A wine rack is a classic home staple for home entertaining. But some wine storage options are bulky and inflexible. Not this one. Each set of two racks holds 12 bottles of wine in a minimal space. And, it can be stacked vertically or stored side-by-side, making it a versatile solution.
Also Makes a Great Gift For:
- Bachelors
- Socialites
- Wine Lovers
3. Cable Snag
Help the new homeowner keep their technology accessible from the get-go with this cord placeholder.
Why New Homeowners Appreciate It:
Technology is one of the first things hooked up in a new home: TVs, computers, gaming consoles. And what do all of these systems have in common? Cords. Lots and lots of cords. With the Cable Snag, their cords will always be visible and within easy reach.
Also Makes a Great Gift For:
- Students
- Techies
- Coworkers
4. Knife Sharpening Whetstone
A knife sharpening stone is an underrated, lasting housewarming gift for home cooks.
Why New Homeowners Appreciate It:
A sharpening stone will keep a homeowners' newly acquired knives sharp for years to come. It's a gift that will be used long after the housewarming party is over.
Also Makes a Great Gift For:
- Chefs
- Gardeners
- Survivalists
5. Large Bamboo Cutting Board
Keep your friends' counters looking like the day they moved in.
Why New Homeowners Appreciate It:
It's a safe bet that your friends' new home has decent-looking countertops. And, it's a safe bet that your friends would prefer to keep those counters scratch-free. This large bamboo cutting board will serve as a place to prepare food safely and keep the countertops looking like new.
Also Makes a Great Gift For:
- Bachelors and Singles
- Eco-Friendly Cooks
- Nutritionists
6. Cheese Board With Serving Knives
For friends who enjoy entertaining, a cheese board is a beloved home staple.
Why New Homeowners Appreciate It:
It's likely that your friends will want to have guests over at their new home (and if you're lucky, you'll be among them). A cheese board is a practical gift for both entertaining and serving. And, they'll be able to use it year-round by creating an edible canvas of seasonal foods.
Also Makes a Great Gift For:
- Wedding Couples
- Entertainers
- Creatives