29 Housewarming Gift Ideas That Help Make a Space Feel Like Home

L–R: Etsy, Tantri Mustika, Indigo Love, Apostle, Tsu Lange Yor, Mud, Bonnie & Neil and Hattie Molloy·Photo: Images Supplied

Troye Sivan’s herbaceous candle, a local blood-orange aperitif and Studio Henry Wilson’s bronze bookends. Plus, small-batch pantry staples, mushroom-shaped lamps and more.

Words by Alice Jeffery and Simone Richardson · Updated on 12 Mar 2026 · Published on 03 Apr 2025

If your mates are moving at this time of year, they’re probably living an absolute nightmare. Say welcome to their new home (and thanks for not asking you to help pack) with gifts that will level up their everyday. From a zesty sip made for aperitivo hour and very chic food storage containers to a stylish rug or porcelain house numbers, these presents are perfect for housewarmings.

29 gifts for people moving house

Bonnie and Neil Zodiac linen cushion

$199

For the friend who never skips their horoscope, this painterly zodiac cushion from Aussie favourite Bonnie and Neil promises to add personality – and a little cosmic charm – to the couch.

Buy at Bonnie and Neil

Idyll iced peach tea

$27

If they prefer their pick-me-ups chilled, local newcomer Idyll pairs sun-ripened peach with organic black tea for a light and refreshing lift.

Buy at Idyll

Tantri Mustika Nerikomi dish

$65

Trinkets will feel at home here. Each piece from Tantri Mustika Ceramics is made by hand, so no two are the same – a special gift to warm their home.

Buy at Tantri Mustika Ceramics

Departed Spirits Bloody Cello

$50

This blood orange riff on limoncello is something else. Smoky, zesty, bitter and sour, it’s begging for a splash of prosecco to toast the new digs.

Buy at Departed Spirits

Bed Threads Espresso, Vanilla and Sky piped duvet cover

$160

A fresh space calls for fresh bedding. Reset their rotation with the Sydney brand’s new reversible espresso and vanilla design, finished with a pop of blue piping.

Buy at Bed Threads

Tsu Lange Yor TLY 5755 candle

$60

A candle is always welcome. Troye Sivan’s home label blends Tasmanian mountain pepper, shiso (or Japanese basil) and sandalwood into something warm, spicy and herbaceous.

Buy at Mecca

Indigo West Nimbus table lamp

$349

Help them dial up the cosy factor with mood lighting. This mushroom-shaped design comes in a sleek off-white metal finish that easily slips into a home styled with a neutral aesthetic.

Buy at Aura Home

Asoke Sasni recycled chopping board

$116

This statement double-sided chopping board is made from food-safe recycled plastic. The icy blue colourway adds a fun twist to the benchtop – and it’s dishwasher-safe.

Buy at Cook Dine Host

MCM House Oslo rug

$1095

A rug makes a house a home. This new release from the Aussie design house is hand-tufted in a calm, grounding palette that – hopefully – sets the same intention for the space.

Buy at MCM House

Studio Henry Wilson Fin bookends

$380

It takes a hot minute to get organised after a big move. These polished bronze bookends help shelves look instantly more pulled together, courtesy of Sydney maker, Henry Wilson.

Buy at Studio Henry Wilson

Epure Studios beaded coaster

$35

Save new tables from water rings with these mid-century-inspired coasters. Wooden beads are threaded onto leather cord for a design that looks good for the long haul.

Buy at Etsy

Hattie Molloy Firewheel print

$140

Art on the walls instantly personalises a space. Here, the Melbourne-based botanical artist combines flowers and food into a dazzling work they’ll cherish for years.

Buy at Hattie Molloy

Apostle Mary Magdalene crispy chilli oil

$22

Kiwi label Apostle crafts small-batch hot sauces that pack a punch. Playful illustrations nod to centuries-old iconography, while the flavours draw from Aotearoa’s landscapes.

Buy at Apostle

Dinosaur Designs Large Leaf bowl

$350

“Dressed leaves” goes beyond the elixir of olive oil, lemon juice and white wine vinegar – it’s about the presentation too. The artful styles by Sydney label Dinosaur Designs are crafted to zhoosh up salads.

Buy at Dinosaur Designs

Pep grinder and refill

$29.90

We all know and love gourmet salt, but what about some attention for its (sometimes) overlooked colleague, pepper? Sourced from Cambodia’s Memot region, Pep makes a piquant accompaniment to cacio e pepe, but it’s also a great addition to any drinks cart for a spicy Bloody Mary.

Buy at Pep

Maho Sensory Brulee incense

$35

With subtle fig and a whisper of bergamot, the Melbourne label’s Brulee aroma embodies everything you could expect from a chic Parisian dessert bar – now that’s a gift.

Buy at Aura Home

The Broadsheet Melbourne Cookbook: The New Classics

$54.99

There’s something inherently homely about a cookbook – even if it’s rarely opened. The New Classics is stylish enough for the coffee table, but also serves as a bible of recipes for solo nights in or dinner parties to warm the new abode.

Buy at Broadsheet Shop

Fieldbar drinks box

$289

Warm drinks just don’t hit the same. This ultra-luxe chill box is for aperitifs, tinnies or even a favourite sparkling (there are 50 hours of “champagne cold” performance).

Buy at Aura Home

Our Place Titianium cookware

$250

The internet’s favourite colourful cookware brand has gone titanium. Non-toxic, stylish and perfect for anyone following the chrome interiors trend.

Buy at Our Place

Bondi Wash fruit and veggie wash

$20

Farmers market enthusiasts will appreciate this antibacterial wash, which is made with a citrus blend of edible essential oils. It helps to remove chemicals, waxes, bacteria and pesticides from fresh fruit and vegetables.

Buy at Bondi Wash

Black Blaze Gem dinner plates

$79

Guarantee yourself a spot at their first dinner party with this “bon appetit” dinner set by Sydney-based label Black Blaze. If you’re feeling extra generous, these embroidered linen placements make a great pairing.

Buy at The Iconic Buy at Black Blaze

Design Stuff Spiral Twist ice cube tray

$29.90

Why have regular ice cubes when you could have an ice-cold spiral to twizzle in your cocktail? This silicon mould is about to level up their summer drinks repertoire.

Buy at Design Stuff

Cargo Crew Banjo chef apron

$44.98

Anyone who binged The Bear is sure to say “Yes chef” to these aprons. Made from canvas that uses recycled bottles, they can be personalised with a logo or name at the chest.

Buy at Cargo Crew

Saarde Kairos coffee cup

$49.50

Inspired by ancient Greek architecture and vintage Murano glassware, this coffee mug is a welcome wake-up call for tea and coffee enthusiasts’ collections.

Buy at Saarde

Togo Sun The Bowl

$45

Hopefully they threw out (read: washed and recycled appropriately) their stash of mismatched takeaway containers in the move. This leakproof bowl will inspire them to build a new (chicer) collection of reusable food storage.

Buy at Togo Sun

Goldi Taster Trio

$63

Stock their new pantry with this olive oil and balsamic vinegar trio, fresh from the Goulburn Valley. The squeeze bottles deliver just the right amount for any recipe.

Buy at Goldi

Mud house numbers

$98

In collaboration with graphic designer Vince Frost, Mud offers a range of very chic house numbers. Each piece is handmade to order in Sydney and comes in two sizes and 20 colours.

Buy at Mud

Mustard Made The Shorty locker

$229

If you know they’re short on space, Mustard Made’s colourful storage solutions are a winner. The Shorty can act as a bedside table or home office companion. There are larger options available too.

Buy at Mustard Made

Coravin Pivot Plus

$244.95

Coravin’s aeration and preservation system isn’t just for the special bottles in their wine stash. The device helps to open up the profile of wine as you pour but it also offers preservation for up to four weeks. Argon gas protects any wine left in the bottle from oxidation, keeping the colour, taste and aroma in check. That means no risk of vinegary reds or soured whites going to waste in their weekly fridge clean-out.

Buy at Coravin

Looking for more ideas? We’ve rounded up 18 buys under $50 and plenty of other great gifts to peruse.

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