By Brittany Loney
Help homeowners embrace the future with smart home technology. Consider gifting a smart speaker like the Amazon Echo or Google Nest Hub, which can control other smart devices, play music, and answer questions. Smart thermostats like the Nest Thermostat or smart lighting systems can also make daily life more convenient and energy-efficient. Additionally, it's important to consider safety options like doorbell cameras or smart locks to ensure your gift recipients feel secure and protected in their homes.
Customized Doormats:
A personalized doormat is both practical and welcoming. Opt for a design that features the family name or a fun seasonal message. It's a simple yet effective way to add a personal touch to their home's entrance. A high-quality doormat gets daily use and continuous foot traffic, continually proving its worth as a long-lasting gift.
Cozy Throw Blankets:
A luxurious throw blanket can add warmth and style to any living room or bedroom. Choose one made from soft materials like fleece or cashmere in a colour that complements their home décor. If you aren’t sure of their home decor choose a serene aesthetic that promotes relaxation, calming blues are best for rest, but cool colors, muted shades, or pale pastels will do. Colours associated with nature, like brown, beige, tan, and green, are associated with feeling grounded and down to earth.
Indoor Plants and Terrariums:
Bring the beauty of nature indoors with a selection of easy-to-care-for houseplants or a beautifully arranged terrarium. They not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of a home but also improve air quality. Furthermore, consider certain plants for symbolic meanings such as friendship, love, and prosperity. Houseplants also have staying power, lasting much longer than a bouquet of roses or a bottle of wine, highlighting it as a gift that keeps on giving.
Gourmet Kitchen Gadgets:
Find something for everyone on your list, from the home chefs to the bakers and mixologists. For the culinary enthusiast, consider high-quality kitchen gadgets like a state-of-the-art coffee maker, a spice rack with a variety of exotic spices, or a stylish cheese board for entertaining guests. Other options like a pizza stone, table runner or a cocktail shaker set can be great ideas as well!
Artisanal Candles:
Fragrant candles can create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Choose candles made from natural ingredients with enticing scents like vanilla, cedarwood, or holiday-themed fragrances like cinnamon and clove. Get creative and choose ornamental candles to match the gifting occasion and pair them with a gorgeous pillar plate which will last long after the candle has melted down.
Decorative Wall Art:
Help homeowners personalize their space with unique wall art. This could be a set of prints, a custom family portrait, or even a handcrafted piece from a local artist. Art has this magical ability to ignite sparks of joy and unleash the inner creative in all of us. It adds beauty, character, and a touch of sophistication to any space. Plus, gifting wall art shows that you've put thought and effort into selecting something meaningful and unique.
Subscription Boxes:
Subscription boxes land in a good-gift sweet spot of being thoughtful without requiring too much effort. All you have to do is select the one that best matches your recipient’s interests, and your gift will continue to surprise and delight for several weeks or months. Consider a subscription to a home-focused service, such as a plant delivery service, a wine club, bath bombs and goodies, or a gourmet meal kit.
Outdoor Entertaining Accessories:
For those who love to entertain, outdoor accessories like a fire pit, patio heaters, or elegant garden lights can transform their backyard into a cozy retreat. Furthermore, waterproof outdoor pillows, planters, placemats, or cozy blankets fit to warm up for outdoor spaces can be excellent gift options.
Books on Home Design:
Inspire creativity with beautifully illustrated books on home design and décor. They can serve as both a source of inspiration and a lovely coffee table display. ‘The Minimalist Home’ can be a unique gift that rouses new conversation topics in meetings to come.
No matter which gift you choose, the key is to consider the recipient's personal style and needs. Thoughtful, well-chosen gifts can enhance the joy of the holiday season and make a lasting impression long after the Christmas lights have been taken down. Happy gifting!