Are you looking for a unique and memorable housewarming gift? Buying a home is a huge accomplishment and worth celebrating any time of year. Whether it’s a first home or a downsized retirement pad, it’s always worthy of celebration. To help congratulate your family, friend or next-door neighbor on their new abode, gift them something that’s out of the box. 

Here are 18 perfect housewarming gift ideas that are sure to make them feel special. Helping friends discover unique home decor and gifting items they haven’t seen before will add to the thrill, and make your gift one they'll always remember.

SmithHönig also creates beautiful throw pillows from fragments of vintage textiles. They come in multiple shapes and sizes, each one a unique creation designed to showcase the textile in the best way possible.

Candles and a decorative matchbox are a perfect housewarming gift for a new homeowner. Not only are the matchboxes usual, they make a great "where'd you get that" conversation starter when displayed ona coffee table. Choose something unique, like SmithHönig's large leopard matchbox or the classic blue, orange and black Tabriz design.

Another option is a decorative vessel candle such a these by SmithHönig in glass, wood and stone. Combine a candle and a matchbox for real gift-giving impact.

Moving is stressful! Give a housewarming gift that gives the homeowner easy style with minimal work. They'll be able to set a colorful, globally-inspired table with unique paper placemats. No muss, no fuss, just joy and celebration.

For a creative housewarming gift, deliver a bottle of the homeowner's favorite wine or spirits, with a brass-topped silk tassel as an adornment. 

Once your new homeowner has settled in, they can use the tassel on drapery tiebacks, drawer pulls, or as a decorative accent on a piece of furniture – the options are endless! 

Decorative tassels are a must-have accessory for any maximalist interior. They add the perfect touch of color, texture, and fun to any room. Here Ursula Carmona of Homemade by Carmona decorated a classic glass door knob. 

Give a small gift of art for a truly special housewarming gift. We like these gem-like acrylic pieces which are perfect for placing in a bookcase or on a nightstand. A new homeowner can use an elegant piece like this in multiple locations, making it the perfect gift. They work great on open kitchen shelves, on a desk in a home office, or one a coffee table. 

Designer Kevin O'Gara used SmithHönig's "Juju" block in blue on a pink nightstand. We love it - and we think a new homeowner would, too.

Some things to consider when selecting a housewarming gift:

What colors and patterns is the homeowner drawn to?

Are their small pieces that jog a memory with your homeowner? Giving something personal makes it special.

Is your homeowner a creative type?

Finding the perfect housewarming gift, especially for your most creative friends and family can be a challenge. We suggest looking for small, memorable and unique pieces that will add joy and color to the new home.