Celebrate That New Home with a Great Housewarming Gift
June 17, 2006
Whether you have a friend or family member who bought a home, or a new neighbor who just moved in next door, a carefully chosen housewarming gift will be a welcome gesture. Flowers, home-baked goods, and gift baskets filled with delicious foods are all great ways to say “good luck” or “hello”.
A bouquet of colorful mums and carnations or spectacular gladiolas is a wonderful way to add a touch of color and life to a new home. Or give the gift of a living rose or azalea bush, a gift the new homeowners can enjoy for years to come.
A loaf of home-baked bread is a wonderful traditional way to welcome someone new to the neighborhood. Combine the loaf with a selection of gourmet preserves, wrap the loaf in colorful cellophane, then slip it into a new loaf pan, for a tasty and useful gift.
A gift basket filled to the brim with delicious gourmet foods is always welcome. Choose from baskets with a breakfast theme – pancake or waffle mixes, maple syrup, and jams – or opt for a collection of gourmet oils or vinegars, great for someone with a reputation in the kitchen. A selection of coffees, teas, and hot chocolate is another idea, especially suitable for a fall or winter gift.
A housewarming gift doesn’t have to be expensive; the simplest offering can show your friends or family that you celebrate their good fortune. In the case of a new neighbor, it’s the perfect way to show that you welcome the opportunity to become their friends. Whatever you choose, a simple gift can be the perfect calling card.
Aldene Fredenburg is a freelance writer living in southwestern New Hampshire. She has written numerous articles for local and regional newspapers and for a number of Internet websites, including Tips and Topics. She expresses her opinions periodically on her blog, http://beyondagendas.blogspot.com She may be reached at amfredenburg@yahoo.com.
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