What are you bringing as a housewarming gift?

A good housewarming gift instantly adds some atmosphere to a new home without feeling too personal for people who have just moved. Think of a scented candle, something for the table, or a small home accessory. At Huisje 44, you can put together such a gift yourself on the housewarming gift page: you choose the products, we take care of the rest.

What should you bring as a housewarming gift?

When moving, the new resident is often still in the process of decorating. That makes attractive, smaller products a great choice: something can always fit somewhere, even if the cupboards aren't full yet and not all the boxes have been unpacked. Consider a scented candle from WoodWick, a fragrance diffuser from Millefiori Milano, or a home accessory from Chamada or STILL. It's practical and fun to unwrap, and it takes up little space if someone has just moved in and is still busy unpacking.

A second advantage of these types of gifts: you don't need to know in advance what the decor of the new house will look like. A scented candle or a small accessory fits almost anywhere, whereas a large piece of furniture or a very specific interior piece might easily clash with the new resident's taste.

Are you hesitating between a scented candle and something else? In this article about LED candles versus real candles, you can read about the difference, in case an open flame in a new home (for example, with small children or pets) might not be the best choice.

How much should you spend on a housewarming gift?

That is entirely up to you. On the housewarming gift page, you can filter by brand and add exactly as many products to your cart as you like: a single scented candle for a small gesture, or a more elaborate combination if it's for a good friend or family member. You can see exactly what you are putting together, so you stay in control.

Three combinations to get you started

If you aren't sure where to start, these ideas will help you on your way:

• For the kitchen or dining table: a WoodWick scented candle combined with a small home accessory from Chamada.
• For the living room: a fragrance diffuser from Millefiori Milano together with a decorative object from STILL or PTMD.
• For those who prefer no open flame: a rechargeable candle from the LED Recharge line by Home Society, beautifully paired with a reed diffuser.

You can find all these brands on the assembly page, where you can filter exactly by what you are looking for.

Why a gift from a local home store?

Huisje 44 is a home store located at Wijdstraat 4 in Gouda, with an assortment ranging from scented candles to home accessories and gift items. The advantage of a gift from such a store is that you aren't tied to one brand: you combine what fits together yourself, instead of choosing from one fixed gift set. If you prefer to take a look before ordering online, you are welcome to visit the store Wednesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and on Sunday from 12 PM to 5 PM.

Can you add a personal message?

Yes. When putting together your housewarming gift, you can add a card with your own message. This is useful if you are having the gift sent directly to the new address and cannot be there yourself.

How do you order and receive the gift?

You order online via housewarming gift and then choose between shipping or pickup. Within the Netherlands, we offer free shipping on orders over €50, with a delivery time of 1 to 3 working days. If you live near Gouda, you can also simply pick up your order in the store during opening hours, so that you can, for example, deliver the gift that same afternoon.

Would you rather consult with us first, for example because you have a larger combination or something specific in mind? Send us a text or give us a call at 06-22274340, email info@huisje44.nl, or stop by at Wijdstraat 4 in Gouda. Marvin is happy to help you think things through.