22 Products to Add to Your Housewarming Registry
Updated: Aug. 11, 2023
Yes, housewarming registries are a thing. Here's where to register and the essential items to add to the list.
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Congratulations on your new place! Whether you’re closing on a home or moving into a new apartment, celebrate the occasion with a housewarming registry. It’s the perfect way to show loved ones exactly what you need to outfit the new space.
First things first, you’re going to want to choose a retailer to register with. We love Amazon and Target for the cause. Not only do they offer plenty of quality goods across the home and kitchen categories, they offer fast (and sometimes free) shipping. We found the best housewarming registry ideas to get you started. From bathroom linens, to home decor and cleaning gear, here are essential items to add.
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Glassware
Moving into a new home or apartment is always a good excuse to update essential kitchen items like cookware, dinnerware and glassware. Housewarming registries typically come hand in hand with a housewarming party, so adding glassware to your registry is a smart move, especially when you pick a set that includes both high and low ball glasses. We love the classic yet elevated feel of this tumbler and rocks glass set.
Kitchen Linens
Practical and pretty, kitchen linens are a must-add item for housewarming registries. Opt for a set that doubles as home decor, like these waffle towels. They come in multiple colors and boast high absorbency, so they’ll do more than just brighten up your new pad. Here are more pretty tea towels to consider.
Food Storage Containers
Organizing solutions, check! There’s no better time to revamp your pantry organization than when moving into a new home. Leave it to the experts and add these Rubbermaid Brilliance food storage containers to your housewarming registry. Choose the pantry container set that best fits your needs—but don’t be shy adding the set of 14 to your list. It’s a housewarming gift, after all.
Houseplants
Upon moving in, it’s important to make your space truly feel like a home with cozy gear, candles and some greenery. Houseplants make a wonderful housewarming gift, and Costa Farms is one of the best selections to add to your registry (they’re available on Amazon!). Not only do they offer a wide variety of live houseplants, they ship well, too. Plus, it ensures no one gets you a fake plant.
Dinnerware
Just like on a wedding registry, a dinnerware set is one of the best items to add to your housewarming registry. But that doesn’t mean you have to go all out with a fine china set. We love this stoneware set complete with plates, bowls and mugs. It’s a practical and beautiful upgrade to that random assortment of dinnerware you’ve had for who knows how long. You’ll look forward to serving homemade meals with it for years to come.
Cooking Utensils
Bring on the cooking gear! Nothing feels better than starting fresh in a new kitchen with all the prep tools you’ve been wanting to upgrade. This inclusive cooking utensils set is ideal. It comes with all the cooking essentials, plus measuring tools, oven mitts, a pizza slicer, grater and a utensil crock to hold them. Here are more Amazon home essentials under $100 to add as well.
Smart Plugs
Don’t forget to add some fun stuff to the housewarming registry. Smart plugs are one those items guaranteed to elevate everyday life in your new digs. This pick connects to Amazon smart devices and works on everything from lighting, to the coffee machine and holiday gear. Look forward to hands-free living!
Scented Candle
Nothing screams housewarming more than a fresh candle. Keep it classic by adding this Capri Blue Volcano candle. As one of the best everyday scents, it’ll make your new place smelling like a cozy sanctuary in no time.
Steam Mop
Clean smarter, not harder. Not only does a steam mop lift away everyday dirt and grime from hardwood floors, it’s a smart upgrade to everyday floor cleaning solutions. At under $100, this Shark steam mop is a practical find you’ll feel good about adding to the list.
Bathroom Linens
Take this as your sign to upgrade the bathroom towels. This waffle-woven set is a luxurious upgrade complete with two bath towels, two hand towels and two washcloths. Pair it with the matching shower curtain and bath mat for a true spa-like upgrade.
Storage Baskets
One can never have too many storage solutions on their housewarming registry. Don’t forget to add a stylish set, like these woven storage baskets, to the list. Whether you organize the pantry, bathroom or linen closet with them, they add pizazz to any room.
Cozy Blanket
When in doubt, go with something cozy like this faux fur throw blanket. Reversible and available in multiple colors, it’s one of the best everyday blankets to cozy up with after a long day of unpacking and organizing your new pad. It looks good draped over the couch, too.
Flatware Set
Now that new dinnerware is on the housewarming registry, you’ll need to add a flatware set to complete it. This 65-piece stainless steel pick doesn’t just set the table, it comes with serving forks and spoons, too. The hammered detailing gives this classic item a modern upgrade that’ll last for several years.
Decorative Canisters
Add some flair to your kitchen counter organization by adding these decorative canisters to your housewarming registry. They spruce up the counter while freeing up precious kitchen storage real estate. Get the matching small and large canisters to keep everything within arm’s reach.
Towel Warmer
If you’re transferring the essentials from one home to another, why not add some fun stuff to the list? A towel warmer is one of those small luxuries that make a smart housewarming gift. You’ll thank yourself for adding it to the registry later, along with some quality bath towels.
Bathroom Accessories
Consider the bathroom complete with this accessories set. It comes with a soap dispenser, toothbrush holder, bar soap tray, trash can and toilet cleaning wand. We love the bamboo detailing on this practical housewarming registry idea. Who says the essentials can’t be pretty, too?
Cordless Vacuum
We get it, a Dyson vacuum is a big ask, but we promise you won’t regret throwing it on the list. This cordless stick vacuum isn’t just powerful, it makes cleaning feel fun and less like a chore. Not to mention it’s backed by the trusted Dyson name. Find more cordless vacuums we recommend.
Laundry Organizer
Make laundry day less of a chore in the new place with a smart organizing solution. This genius laundry basket boasts three wide compartments for separating whites from darks along with a slot for towels. Plus, it rolls! How’s that for smart housewarming registry ideas?
Organizer Bins
Dreaming of a new, beautifully organized fridge? Moving into a new home is the perfect opportunity to start fresh, but don’t forget to add the organizing essentials to your registry! This set of eight clear bins gets the job done whether you’re organizing the fridge, pantry or storage closet.
Touchless Trash Can
Since you’ll most definitely need a trash can, why not opt for a tricked out one? Go for one of the best touchless trash cans that removes bad odors, like this stainless steel garbage bin. It opens automatically when it senses hand motion and comes with an odor filter to remove stinky waste. Trash cans don’t have to be boring, after all.
Flower Vase
Some loved ones will always look for the pretty gifts on a housewarming registry, so it’s a good idea to have plenty of home decor on the list. This Amaranth vase is our favorite everyday vase. In fact, we tried the Amaranth vase and love that it makes watering fresh flowers a breeze (the bottom twists off!). They may even add a bouquet to this cute housewarming gift!
Cookware Set
It never hurts to put some higher end gear on the list. Since you’ll be doing a ton of cooking in your new pad, this Calphalon cookware set is a genius add. It’s a high quality starter set that will last for several years, so you won’t have to worry about getting a new one anytime soon.
Originally Published: November 21, 2022
