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[LizzieInSRQ]

I know you say no gift cards @Biftu but one to Home Depot would be very appropriate  and on theme. 

Even at $1.5 M  they probably want to add personal touches like paint, gardening items, decor, accessories  hardware, tools,  and even holiday etc.

I know when I bought my one and only home that I was going to HD for all kinds of reasons. 

[LizzieInSRQ]

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@Puppy Galore wrote:

@Biftu 

Please read my post for a suggestion, something I've done for over thirty years, no need to raise your price pint.

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 Someone gave me a small lime tree when I bought my home. What a burden to have to dig a hole in my back yard full of roots. I did it though but really didn't appreciate "having to". It died a few years later of citrus greening. Then I had to remove it and fill the hole. This was not easy for me to do physically. 

[Wsmom]

@Biftu , Is this for a housewarming party or just a nice gesture?  I'm sorry if I missed it if you've already answered.

[FancyPhillyshopper]

In these days, a million dollar house is not that over-the-top anymore, but it does mean the couple is comfortable. Many people in those circumstances do have more than they need. 

I agree, no food or gift cards as a housewarming gift for older friends.

IMO gift cards are always a bit tacky for prosperous adults--better given to younger people just starting out. Food can be tricky unless you know something they really love--a nice fruit basket could potentially work, but could cost a lot more. Godiva chocolates have just skyrocketed in price, but they were always one of my favorites to give as a gift.

I would not necessarily want a floral arrangement (can be costly), or anything to plant, because flowers die and become forgotten, and plants need ongoing care.

In many cases alcohol is a common gift, but I rarely drink either. Perhaps some champagne?

So, what you want is something lovely and memorable, yet still economical. 

Dennis Basso faux fur throws are an excellent choice, because they are practical yet gorgeous.  I have gifted these to everyone in my immediate family (but we all live in a four season climate with cold Winters).

Well, the QVC  today's special value Barefoot Dreams blanket could be another option --I actually just purchased one as a gift for a neighbor with a new baby. 

I like the lantern idea--Home Reflections here on QVC has a lot of options, with flameless candles. Item H490760 seems to be quite popular. 

I would consider a candle by Harry Slatkin, but scent can be a tricky topic. However, I really like his candles that come in ceramic or hobnail jars, that can all be reused after the candles have melted. I have given his candles as gifts to many people when they came in those fancy ceramic shapes. 

Perhaps a nice throw pillow could be another choice, if you find one that says new home or welcome home or similar. Again, fabric, color and design must be carefully considered. Horchow has many pillow ideas you can peruse.

Have fun shopping!

[Mz iMac]

@Biftu   "My friend's cousin"

What is this "cousin" to you?

Me personally, nothing if no friend of mine.  Just because they are my friend's cousin does not automatically make me their cousin's friend.

[Mom2Dogs]

Bottle of wine?

[JeanLouiseFinch]

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@jackthebear wrote:

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@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:

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.  

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depends on where that 1.5 million $ house is 

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Then what would be the point of the OP including that detail, other than to convey the people are well off?

[ThinkingOutLoud]

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@Biftu wrote:

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?

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I wouldn't give anything that decorates for them. Even a throw blanket could be off if you don't know the person's color scheme.

That said - a plant or flowers would be a nice gesture.

[shelbyshelbyshelby]

Congratulations on your new house. I realize that you may have all the things that make a house . Enclosed is a gift card as a small gesture .

Happy Holidays and  

New year in 2026

Sincerly

[GingerHead]

@Biftu 

Oh my goodness, I have just the thing. Recently I showed a picture of a pretty glass candy (or other) dish that I was going to buy myself and @Oznell  suggested buying a couple of them to keep in your gift closet and I think this would work perfectly as a house warming gift.

It's $10.00! I'd love to have it....who wouldn't and you could fill it up with wrapped truffles or other candy or not....

Also it's not about the gift it's about the thought and everyone has room for a pretty little jewel of a candy dish.

K312475

Godinger Hershey's Kisses Candy Box

Comes in clear and many other colors on other websites like Macy's