Housewarming Gift Registry Guide to Set Up Your Dream House

Congratulations! You have finally found your dream house and you are ready to make this house a home. But it’s a known fact that setting up a house is no joke! Putting together elements that are perfect and have your essence can be hard. And on top of that, getting gifts from your guests which you may not ever use sounds such a waste. But we have the perfect solution for you. A housewarming gift registry! Get the gifts you want to set up your picture-perfect home. Choose whatever you need and add them to your registry. Share the registry with your friends and family, and let them contribute or purchase anything from your registry as your housewarming gifts.

So as you start imagining your dream home, we help you curate the best housewarming gift registry!

#1. The Living Room

The first room presents itself as a glimpse into your style and personality in your living room. Choose a theme and colour and stick with it. That’s the best way to have an amazing living room. If you’re going for an eclectic, bohemian style you still need to make sure that everything goes together despite being quirky. 

For the Novice: A couch, TV and a centre table/coffee table are the essential basic gifts. 

For the Proficient: If you already have those, go for wallhangings, drapes, a throw or maybe even an ottoman. We’re sure you’ll definitely buy these for your new home if you don’t already own them. Why not make it easy for you and just add them to your housewarming gift registry?

#2. The Kitchen

If you love cooking, then let’s be honest, the kitchen is your happy place. Even if you don’t, a well-furnished kitchen is a necessity. So, you must 100%  focus on the kitchen when setting up your new home. 

For the Novice: If you’ve not yet purchased the basic essentials needed, then those are the first items that should go on your registry. The first and foremost thing to add will be the stove, basic cookware like cooker, kadhai, crockery for daily use, storage boxes and some serving spoons. 

For the Proficient: If you have the essentials covered then add things like a steamer, rice cooker, coffee maker, oven, stand mixer and so on. Your gifts can even be related to your hobby of vegetable carving, baking etc.

#3. The Dining Room

Well let’s face it, even though you have a formal dining room, most of us just eat in the dining room watching our favourite TV show or sometimes even in the living room. We know it’s wrong but hey, that’s the best part of being an adult. You can do whatever you want! 

For the Novice: The main thing a dining room needs is a good dining table and chairs. You can add stuff like everyday placemats, table runners, dinner sets, bowls and cutlery. All of them make for good registry additions. 

For the Proficient: You can even add a lazy susan turntable, serving utensils or even a cheese platter. After your essentials are covered you’re free to add all the fancy stuff you want. If you own any of these already just make a list of things you will need and definitely spend money on and just add them to your registry.

#4. Your Bedroom

Your bedroom is your private space. So make the room a reflection of who you are. If you’re a minimalist, let the room reflect that. But beware, there’s a thin line between the room having minimalistic decor and spartan decor. 

For the Novice: As suggested earlier, start with the items really necessary. First add the bed, the mattress and bedspreads and duvets. The next necessary item will be curtains. These are often forgotten but just imagine staying in a room with curtainless windows. 

For the Proficient: If you’ve already got your essentials covered, then start adding things you love. A dresser and side tables are a must if you’ve not already added them to your registry. Your room should be a comfortable space for you to kick back and relax. So add some diffusers, scented candles and the likes to your registry. Even personal care products or hampers from your favourite brands like Kama Ayurveda, Forest essentials etc. are not a no-no.

#5.The Bathroom 

A bathroom is something that’s always at the back of your mind when you’re setting up your new home. When it comes to essentiality it is definitely among the top. You just cannot use a bathroom that doesn’t even have the essentials. 

For the Novice: A mirror, towels and clothes hanger, a hamper, soap dispensers, toothbrush holder etc. are all essentials when it comes to your bathroom. 

For the Proficient: After adding the essentials you can add anything you want like a hairdryer, straightener and other personal care and grooming products. 

#6. The Guest Room

We’re not expecting a guest room as grand as Monica’s from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. But we’re sure it won’t be a neglected room where we can hope to find Anabelle either. Guestrooms are generally kept spick and span but they should be the last room you work on when setting up a new home. 

For the Novice: First add the essentials like the bed, mattress, bedspreads and drapes. These are the essentials and it doesn’t matter if it is the guest room or yours. 

For the Proficient: You can add a nice rug, bathmats, towels, bedding sets, pillows, wall hangings and the likes for your guests to enjoy your registry. If you really are Monica and want only the best for your guests then don’t shy away from adding ottomans and other upholstery to your housewarming gift registry.

#7. When Entertaining Guests

We know this is not a room in your home. But after returning from your honeymoon, you’ll definitely be entertaining guests. So, why not add the things you need then to your gift registry? 

For the Novice: Make sure to add necessary champagne, wine, whiskey, pilsner etc. glasses. Ensure you have fancy crockery and enough serveware. 

For the Proficient: If you’re big on having a party at your home or in your backyard, don’t forget to add barbecue grills, bar carts, bar tools and so on. Instead of splurging so much money on these things right after moving, just add them to your wishlist and let your friends and family get them for you as your housewarming gifts!

Although choosing and adding gifts to your housewarming gift registry can be exciting, you must prioritize the items and also put yourselves in your guest’s shoes. Just make a mental list of the kind of guests you’ll be inviting and add things that every kind of guest will love purchasing. Remember, a gift registry is not only for you but for your guests as well. Happy planning!

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