When someone you love moves into a new home, you often want to celebrate this milestone and help them feel more comfortable in their new surroundings. It is common to purchase a housewarming gift for a friend or relative after they move but the next time you are in need of this type of present, you might want to consider making it yourself. A homemade housewarming gift is a gift from the heart and something that the recipient will treasure for years.
Here are 5 housewarming gifts that you can craft yourself:
A houseplant can bring new life into any home, but when you create a homemade display for the houseplant it will feel even more connected to the new home. This craft is very simple and only requires you to get a mason jar, some soil and a small houseplant. You can plant it right inside the glass mason jar and use whatever you have on hand to decorate the jar. You may be able to use vinyl to add a saying to the jar such as "Home Sweet Home" or "Planted With Love." Or you could simply tie a piece of ribbon around the jar for a decorative accent.
Most new homeowners are looking for practical items that can make daily life easier. Wooden spoons are a staple item in any home since they are used for both cooking and baking on a regular basis. Instead of gifting your friend a set of basic wooden spoons, you can add a touch of love by painting them yourself. You can paint them any color or design that you think your friend would enjoy, or you could consider a neutral paint with simple words on the spoons such as "stir," "fold" or "spoon."
When someone relocates to a new home they often feel like they are living in someone else's house until they make their mark on their new property. By gifting someone a homemade address sign, you can help them immediately feel like the house is more theirs than the previous owners. A small wood plank, some address numbers and colorful paint will help you get this craft done.
For simple, fun and useful homemade gift, you may want to consider a set of coasters. You can create your own coasters with extra scrapbook paper, white ceramic tiles and plenty of spray sealer. Simply adhere the paper to the tiles and spray the sealer over it and let it dry.
Another loving and thoughtful gift to create for a family member who has moved into a new home is a handmade wreath. You can create a floral wreath, a traditional green wreath with festive accents or a ribbon wreath that is bursting with personality.
A handcrafted gift is sure to mean more than something that you quickly picked up at the store before heading to your friend's new house. These housewarming gifts are fun to make, but even more enjoyable to give away. Not only are they beautiful and thoughtful, but they also are practical and useful.
Terese Ferrara is a long-time resident of the Bay Area and has been a partner with the Goss | Ferrara Real Estate Team. She and her husband raised their two daughters in San Jose, where she successfully continues to build her real estate career.
After earning a bachelor’s degree from San Jose State University, she went on to teach in the San Jose Unified School District for 9 years. Transitioning to real estate was a logical choice, utilizing her patient demeanor to educate all levels of buyers and sellers. Knowledge and experience demonstrate her vested interest in delivering the highest level of care and professionalism to every client. She consistently strives to exceed her client’s expectations throughout the entire real estate transaction and remains a trusted advisor long after each close.
As a board member on KW Bay Area Estates’ Associate Leadership Council (ALC), she aids in support of culture and professional development strategies for over 180 associates. Terese is also a Director for the Santa Clara County Association of Realtors Foundation, which supports community service initiatives in Silicon Valley.
Terese is the consummate real estate professional dedicated to providing unparalleled service to her clients through ongoing training and education, keeping her on top of the dynamic market and latest real estate trends. Her high-touch approach coupled with honesty and integrity support her commitment to her client’s real estate needs.
