If your friend or family member has just moved into their new digs, chances are you’ll be invited over for a tour or maybe a full housewarming party. Either way, moving into a new home is an exciting experience that should be celebrated! It also gives you the chance to do a little retail therapy in the name of gift giving. But what to get the lucky person who just moved in?
From cozy and stylish decor to thoughtful gifts that show your love, we’ve curated some thoughtful housewarming gift ideas that are sure to be appreciated and actually useful! Plus, many of these items can be found at some of the best local shops in or around Yaletown.
Let’s dive in!
Add a little love to their bathroom with this adorable Heart Bath Mat! It’s the perfect addition to add a little fun in front of the tub or sink.
Heart Bath Mat – $50.00 at The Cross Design
Whether your friend or family member is a master chef or just loves to entertain, a cookbook or coffee table book is a great way to spruce up any living space. These decorative books are not only great for inspiring new ideas or recipes, but also a way to make their house feel like home.
New Kitchen Basics Book – $50.00 at The Cross Design
Pacific Natural At Home Book – $60.00 at The Cross Design
Musashi Knife – $195.00 at Santoku Japanese Knife Store
Looking for a practical, functional gift for the one who loves to cook? A Santoku Japanese knife is the way to go. Santoku knives are known for their sharpness, precision and versatility – a must-have for any kitchen! Plus, when sharpened regularly, these knives will last a long time.
Bedsheets are always a popular housewarming gift – because they will be used and appreciated every night. When cared for, these butter soft sheets can last for years! The high thread count and percale weave make them smooth and crisp, ensuring a comfortable and luxurious feel.
Egyptian Cotton 500 t/c Percale Sheets – $100.00 to $250.00 at Pisolino
For the design enthusiast, consider picking up some eye-catching accessories like rattan baskets or decorative throws from The Cross Design in the heart of Yaletown. These pieces will help bring any space together while showcasing their personal taste at the same time!
Amalia Rattan Baskets – $160.00 – $295.00 at The Cross Design
Netta Fog Waffle Throw – $135.00 at The Cross Design
Take the traditional housewarming plant a step further with a unique piece from Kermodi Living Art. These plants are not just your ordinary green leafy plants, they are carefully crafted and arranged to create beautiful living art pieces. Help your friend or family member bring some life and greenery into their new home!
Kermodi Living Art Plants – From $18.00 at Parliament Interiors
This deluxe housewarming gift basket is full of home goods and self-care products all locally sourced from small businesses in BC. Our favorite item in this basket? The Cedarwood & Pine candle from Vancouver-based Homecoming Candles!
The Abode Housewarming Gift Basket – $155.00 at Saul Good Gift Co.
This minimalist style map shows detailed street names of Yaletown – it’s thoughtful, fun and a great way to mark living in one of Canada’s most desirable neighborhoods! Available as a physical print or digital download.
Yaletown Modern Neighborhood Map – From $20.00 on Etsy
There you have it – some of our top housewarming gift ideas inspired by Yaletown! Show your support and welcome them into their new home with style. Whether it’s trendy decor items or thoughtful gifts that will remind them of the neighborhood, we hope this list sparks some awesome gift giving ideas.
Go ahead and start shopping!
