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[Biftu]

My friend's cousin is moving into a lovely new house and I am at a loss for a housewarming gift.  They have everything and are moving into a $1.5 million dollar home.  What to get people who have everything is challenging while trying to keep the cost to a max of $50.  

No interest in buying them food or gift cards.  I know everyone has throws but thinking of that idea.  Maybe a lantern.  I have no ideas do you?

[JeanLouiseFinch]

IMO, if someone can afford a $1.5M house, a $50 or less housewarming gift would be unimpressive.  Kind and thoughtful, but unimpressive.  In a house of that caliber, they will have decor to match.  And, again, likely won't need any help decorating.  Plus, that's such a personal taste thing anyway.

I'd wait until they're moved in and then send a nice floral arrangement with a hand written card congratulating them on their new home.  

[Desertdi]

Something handy and USEFUL...like a rechargeable flashlight...

[Linda0215]

I agree, they probably have everything or at the very least, have their own taste in home decor. How about something out of the box?  Like a Starbucks or Dunkin gift card?  That's something everyone I think would enjoy. 

[haddon9]

I know that you mentioned no gift cards, however anyone who just moves in could always use something like Uber Eats or Grub Hub for a quick and easy take out meal.

My nephew and his wife moved recently to a house with the same cost and I got them an Amazon gift card but spent $100.00.  I figured they could get what they need or want.

Otherwise a nice small gift basket with teas, coffee or food items or a plant could be very nice.

[RetRN]

A coffee table book maybe, but you probably wouldn't find many nice ones for $50.00. Even nice candles or throws are expensive. Sending a floral arrangement is nice, but for $50.00 you might get 6 carnations. Good luck with whatever you choose.

[Sooner]

I'd send a nice card.  I think most people who aren't in financial stress would NOT welcome any item when they are moving.  No book, candle or any other object to deal with.

Other than that, a gift card for delivery from a grocery store or some place that delivers breakfast or something and a card that says have breakfast on me, enjoy your lovely new home and have some treats delivered, etc.

Lord help them no more stuff. . . I say from experience.  

[Melzie]

My first thought when I read this was that I don't even know the cousins of 90% of my friends so is this person a friend as well or is this a business related obligation?  Since these folks obviously don't need anything and can afford to buy anything they want/need, I think what another person here suggested is appropriate and that would be to send a nice floral arrangement.  It goes with everything and fulfills any obligation you might feel you need to address.  Just my opinion. 

[tansy]

Are you getting suggestions for your friend or for you, @Biftu? I wouldn't give a gift at all in your situation.

[Sweet Kitties]

You can't go wrong with some high quality seasonings. I would get smaller jars of spices that almost everyone uses--garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, oregano, basil, cinnamon, pepper, and maybe even a seasoning salt. The jars would fit easily into a pretty little gift bag.

You could also give a theme food gift. Such as a jar of dry pasta, crushed tomatoes, spagetti sauce, italian seasonings & a recipe card for a great sauce. You could do a mexican themed bag with canned beans, chili powder, tomatoes, a box of corn bread mix, and a recipe card for chili. You could assemble a jar of dried beans,dried vegetables, & seasonings, along with a recipe card on how to make bean soup.