There's no doubt that moving house is both a super exciting and daunting process! When your friends move into a new pad or buy their first home, it's a great opportunity to celebrate all the hard work that's gone into the move, and what better excuse to throw a party than to host a housewarming.
For your mates, one of the best parts of the moving process is getting to celebrate with the people closest to them once it's all over. And if you're reading this, it means you're probably one of those people! Now, you need to find the perfect housewarming present. Don't be that person who shows up empty handed, or with another last-minute bottle of wine. Instead, help your loved ones personalise their new home with a unique and thoughtful gift, picked just for them.
Here are 10 of the best housewarming gifts which you can shop for at SUNNYLiFE. Both practical and pretty, we think you're going to love them all.
1. Get the Party Started
The Terracotta Cocktail Essentials Kit is the perfect pick for a luxury housewarming gift. Both beautiful to look at and super useful to have in the house, you know that this gift will get a lot of love. Give your present to the host at the start of the night, along with some cocktail ingredients, and get the party started with a round of drinks - cheers!
2. Cute and Compact
Is the new pad a little short of storage, or on the smaller side? If so, your recipient is going to really appreciate a gift that doesn't take up a lot of space. The My Mediterranean Vintage Hammock Float is cute, compact, and can be stored away easily to take up virtually no space at all. It's a win!
3. Let's Go Swimming
If the house has a pool, a luxe float such as the Glitter Inflatable Lilo Chair is the way to go. Give the gift of relaxation with this super comfy and practical float chair for summer. With a drink holder and glitter included what's not to love?!
4. Wine Time
A set of wine glasses for the house is always a practical and appreciated gift. However, if you want to show how much you really care, go the extra step and get something unique to suit the homeowner's style. With the Utopia Poolside Wine Glasses, wine time can become an Instagram-worthy photo opportunity.
5. Beach Lover
Does your friend practically live at the beach? If they're an ocean lover, it's possible that they'll be spending more time out of the home than in it. With the Casa Fes Deluxe Beach Chair they can bring the comfort of home with them no matter where they go. Featuring a drink holder, an insulated zip up cooler pocket and an adjustable padded head rest, this luxe chair has everything you could possibly need for a day in the sun.
6. Games Night
As beautiful out on display as it is during a game, the Aurora Lucite Table Top Backgammon is perfect for games nights and doubles as a unique piece of décor for the new home. We've given this classic board game a modern twist, perfect for cozying up with on rainy days or cold nights.
7. Adventure Awaits
The Jardin Ocean Canvas Drinks Bag is ideal for adding a touch of luxury to your summer adventures! With room for two wine or champagne bottles, this chic cooler keeps drinks cool for up to 4 hours. It's a fun and practical present for someone special.
8. Get Artsy
Every new home needs some art on the walls, and the Bondi Puzzle is more than just your average jigsaw puzzle. Featuring artwork from Sydney artist Daimon Downey, the puzzle doubles as a piece of artwork to be framed and put on display. Using abstract strokes, cut-out collages and pastel colour's, Daimon perfectly captures the vibrant and lively mood of Bondi.
9. For the Kids
The Kiddy Pool is perfect for smaller children who are just getting comfortable with the water. Suitable for backyards, the park or even at the beach. Set up the Kiddy Pool today and enjoy warm summer afternoons spent out in the fresh air with your little one.
10. Personalized Housewarming Hamper
You know your friends better than anybody. Put together a selection of their favorite yummy treats, then bundle up the selected goodies and pop them in our Natural Large Picnic Cooler Basket for the perfect, personalize housewarming gift. Not only is it thoughtful, but you know it's going to get enjoyed. With everything you need to host the perfect picnic, including plates, cups, and utensils, this luxury picnic basket is the gift that keeps on giving (even if the snacks get devoured quickly!)