Themed gift baskets such as coffee and chocolate or gifts for the bath are popular for a housewarming, but you can also create mixed gift baskets. A mixed gift basket for a housewarming can be easier to make since anything useful and thoughtful can go into the gift rather than only items that fit in with a certain theme. The rule to follow when creating a mixed type of housewarming gift basket is to be sure that the items are thoughtful and useful and will help the new homeowners celebrate the joy of having a new home.
The first step is to think of ideas for your gift basket. Think about the recipients and the type of home they are moving into. If you know the color scheme planned or you helped paint then you can choose items in specific colors. Otherwise, stick to classy neutrals if you're not sure of the recipients' tastes. Choose an assortment of useful and delightful things anyone can use such as an elegant mini watering can for household plants or a whimsical piggy bank for collecting loose change.
You can add a bottle of champagne or wine, plus flutes or glasses to any mixed gift basket for a housewarming. A few snacks such as elegant chocolates and crackers can be tucked in between the other items. Things like dish towels, dish cloths and oven mitts can line the bottom of the basket. Take care to keep the colors coordinated because you don't want your mixed gift basket for a housewarming to look like you just ran to the supermarket and quickly grabbed anything you could find.
Including a book on home repairs in the basket may be especially appreciated by home owners moving from an apartment to a house. Other book ideas for a mixed gift basket for a housewarming include a gardening book, a book of household tips or a cookbook. You could also include a batch of your homemade cookies along with the cookie recipe for a nice personal touch. The basket itself can be a large wicker basket or any type of laundry basket or storage container.