Unique Housewarming Gifts for New Homeowners

Updated by Lyndsay Cordell

Did a friend or loved one just signed the dotted line on a new mortgage? If the answer is, “yes,” it’s time to celebrate their brand new home with a housewarming gift. Giving a unique housewarming gift is the perfect way to mark the special occasion for the brand new homeowner. Sure, a bottle of red wine or a potted pothos plant is always a great option, however, here at Cratejoy we are all about thinking outside the box.

When gifting new homeowners it is important to give them something practical and an item (or items) they’ll find useful. But that is not to say that you should give something boring like batteries. Instead look for something personal and practical they’ll use. Need some ideas? We’ve got you covered.

One of the most unique housewarming gifts you can give is a subscription box. Cratejoy offers over 2,000 different subscription boxes on their marketplace, ranging from cocktail and snack boxes to book clubs and dog gifts. To celebrate a housewarming, we highly suggest taking a look at our candle, cocktail, and entertainment subscriptions.

Subscription Boxes Make Unique Housewarming Gifts

One that comes to mind is the Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Club , a monthly cocktail box filled with original recipes and all the ingredients (sans alcohol) you’ll need to make delicious cocktails at home. Each box is filled with unique cocktail inspiration and all the items you’ll need to make a perfect cocktail right at home.

Not into alcohol? Give them the gift of rich scents with a subscription to Smelly Club . This one of a kind candle subscription is filled with silliness and amazing scents including Crazy Cat Lady , You’re a Wizard , Baked Bread , and Gimme Coffee . With a burn time of 50 hours, these candles will keep their house smelling fresh up until the next shipment.

Whether they just moved in together or are celebrating their 50th anniversary, a Date Night Box subscription from Crated with Love is a fun gift for new homeowner couples. Each month they’ll receive unique date night games and activities to inspire laughter and strengthen their relationship.

Choose from a variety of cocktail kits and personalize your gift by spirit preference! Our kits include everything you need (including the alcohol) to mix up stunning, high-end drinks. dd

Shipping · We are not able to ship kits containing alcohol to AK, AL, AR, HI, ID, MI, NC, OH, TN, UT, and VA. Sending the "Just the Mix" (non-alcoholic) version of the box of the month instead is a great option!

Customer Review
My girlfriend thought this was a bad idea, but I convinced her to try it out. Surprise, I was right. The drinks are great and there always fun to make. Things are getting pretty boring around the house and this always gives me something to
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The creation of a team of marriage and family therapists, each monthly box is designed to strengthen any relationship, delivering a themed date that includes challenges and activities to give couples a night of intimate fun and laughs!

Shipping · Your first box will ship within 5 business days of the order being placed. Your subscription renews on the same day of the month as your first order based on your subscription type (month-to-month, three-month, or six-month). All renewing shipments (your second shipment and onward) will ship within 10 business days of the renewal date.

Customer Review

“We loved our date with Date Crate. It took a moment to get over the awkward feeling of trying something new but it ended up sparking lots of conversation and laughter we otherwise wouldn't have had. We're trying out our second date crate tomorrow!” – Surrey A.

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Game #22 - Escape the Moon! Thrilling escape room adventure to solve puzzles and crack codes on a spaceship with malfunctioning AI before running out of oxygen - play at home!

Shipping · ALL ORDERS SHIP OUT WITHIN 2-4 DAYS OF BEING ORDERED! We are a bi-monthly subscription, meaning we ship every OTHER month. That means if you order a 2 month subscription, that is for only 1 box.

Customer Review
The puzzles were a mix of easy and more complex which kept it from getting too boring or too frustrating. It was fun and challenging. Also liked the convenience of 3 chapters so it could be broken up if needed.
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Dive into the wide world of air plants, learning the lingo of expert growers each month as you amass a collection of clumps, blooming plants, and plants with pups. The Air Plants Monthly Club Box is ideal for flower and plant lovers who aren't green thumb-gifted, sending at least 4 fresh, healthy plants of moderate size in a wide array of colors and varieties. Just give them a quick soak every couple of weeks, and they'll be good to go!

Shipping · All plants are neatly packed and make outstanding gifts.

Customer Review

“Highly recommend this box for any plant lover. I'm always surprised by the different varieties of air plants in the world, and this subscription has showcased that more than I could have imagined! They also often include a display for the beautiful BB's. I've definitely looked forward to receiving this every month.” – Jacob M.

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Allow them to indulge in a little relaxation the traditional way with the oldest self-care product – candles. There's something magical about lighting a scented candle that sets the vibe and tone for a day of stress-relieving activities like reading, lounging, or coloring. Have their home smelling like a spa or luxury boutique with a monthly deluxe candle from Wickbox that burns for up to 100 hours. The plus side – the candle container makes for adorable home decor.

Shipping · For subscribers who sign up after the 20th, your first box will ship the following month. Your subscription will automatically renew on the 23rd of each month for the following month's box. You can skip a month or cancel your subscription by logging into your online account at any time.

Customer Review

“I bought a three-month subscription for my wife for her birthday. She absolutely loved it! We have gotten two boxes so far, and she loved the scent of every single one (she is particular about candle scents and I was so impressed they picked perfect ones for her)!” – Taylor J.

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This is an amazing box!!! I love, love all the things and there were so many items- I think 10 items in total! I also love that the box is Canadian (as I live in Canada). I can't wait to decorate for spring and I can't wait until my next bo
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Need more ideas? Check out the Home & Maker category .