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Housewarming traditions — where they come from and what to do

Housewarming celebrations date back centuries across many cultures — the warmth referred to was often literal, guests bringing firewood to heat a new home.

Classic housewarming gifts

Modern housewarming gifts

Practical home items the new homeowners need: a nice candle, quality kitchen equipment, a beautiful print for the wall, a hamper of food and wine, or a contribution to a 'new home' gift list. Our free housewarming gift list makes it easy for guests to give something actually useful.