Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Unique Housewarming Gift Ideas

By Elba Fenwick


Buying a home is definitely one of the biggest purchases and most momentous occasions in our life. So much work goes into finding the home, packing up and moving in, that it seems only fitting to mark the occasion with a special housewarming treat or gift. Here are a few gift ideas that are sure to please the new homeowners.

For those first few days, homeowners are consumed with unpacking and moving furnishings around and dealing with service people, so food is usually always a big hit. After all, moving is exhausting and who has the extra energy to cook and clean up? So consider bringing over a complete meal along with all the paper plates and accoutrements since all the kitchen gear might not be unpacked. If you possess no culinary skills, a restaurant gift card or a basket filled with cheeses, crackers, fruit and other snacks might be nice.

Because buying a home is an occasion to celebrate, consider ordering a special treat for your friend. The Chocolate Pizza Company, for instance, can ship one of their signature Chocolate Pizzas throughout the United States and Canada. The pizzas are made by hand, wrapped in cellophane and placed in actual pizza boxes, so even the wrapping is extraordinary.

Each chocolate pizza begins with a handmade crust. The dark and milk chocolate varieties are a crust of melted chocolate blended with toffee that also is handmade by the Chocolate Pizza Company staff. White chocolate pizzas include a crust of almonds, dried cranberries and white chocolate. The milk and dark chocolate versions can be topped with nuts, candies and other yummy items. One deluxe pizza is topped with about seven different candies and candy bar chunks, but you also could opt for a splash of white chocolate or a scattering of mixed nuts. If you aren't sure which variety to send, consider a gift basket which includes slices of pizza as well as other gourmet chocolate treats.

Food is a great option for a gift, but you also could give a live plant or plants in a pretty pot. So often people must give away their plants when the move, especially if moving a great distance from the last home. A houseplant provides a cheerful bit of decoration in the new house. You also might opt for a gift card to a nursery or perhaps a small tree for the yard. A fruit tree might be a great option, such as dwarf lemon tree or a lime tree. The tree you choose should fit the climate and the soil in the area.

For a newbie, first-time homeowner, a great gift might be an instruction manual that contains helpful repair tips and cleaning tips for a variety of common household situations. Pair it up with a gift card for a nearby home improvement store, and this can be a thoughtful and handy gift.




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