The Rachel Cruze Show - 21 Budget-Friendly Housewarming Gifts They’ll Love

Starting point is 00:00:05 Well, hey, you guys. So when we moved into our new house in 2018, we were so excited. And that some of the things that are friends, when they came by to see the house, they brought things. And I was not expecting that. I was like, oh, no, no. But they brought like little housewarming gifts. And I thought it was so great because they were so creative. They did not break the bank. It was not these like, you know, again, extravagant things by any means. But there was something about the thought that was really special. I'm a terrible gift giver. And it was just one of those moments. in life. I just thought, man, I want to do better at that. And so if you are that person and you need some ideas, if you're like me and you struggle with creativity, I'm here for you. Okay? We got 21 housewarming gifts under $25, you're welcome, that your friends are going to love. So, no more stressing about some ideas. Don't feel like you have to break the bank. I am here for you. And these are very practical housewarming gifts. Now, of course, you can make things a little bit more personal, which is great. But here's a list, and I'm going to give you a little bit of a description of them because I think it's important to understand. Okay, here's what we're talking about.

Starting point is 00:01:11 So let's get into it. Number one, a customized doormat. So this is $25 on Amazon, and you can go and personalize the door mat. So again, it can be like a letter, their last name, it can be something else. But again, for their new home, they can put, you know, on the side door, front door, back door, whatever it is. I think it's a great gift. Number two, a Himalayan salt lamp. So if you have a friend since, you know, all of like the essential oils and all of that, this is a great option because, again, it's inexpensive, which is nice, and it purifies the air. So yes. Number three, a good housekeeping home skills book. So this is $14 on Amazon. I don't know, and it's kind of fun. They can like have it set out or what's in it is pretty great because it's like

Starting point is 00:01:55 little small projects around the house. That's pretty typical and common. If they need to tackle those, it's all in the book. Number four, a free-standing wine rack. So this is $22 on Amazon. If they partake in wine, I like this one because it's like a minimalistic look, and it's free-standing. They can put it wherever they want, hold some wine, and it's great. Number five, the Pioneer Woman two-piece ceramic baker set.

Starting point is 00:02:20 So this is $20 at Walmart. And every kitchen needs a set of baking dishes, right? So this is a two-piece set. It's really perfect. I mean, thinking about pastas and casseroles, desserts, all of it, they're great. great option. Number six, Swedish dish cloths. They're $12 on Amazon, and this is for your eco-friendly friend out there. And these are like the reusable dishcloths. They're an alternative to paper towels. So, you know, they're kind of smaller. You get them wet, use them. They dry. Can reuse.

Starting point is 00:02:51 Anyways, they're pretty great. Number seven, I'm glad for what I have. My kids smoke $20 at ramsysolutions.com. and if you're, you know, your friends have children or babies, this is a great gift to add to the nursery library and just say, hey, gratitude and contentment. It's an important thing. Number eight, a personalized return address stamp, $9 on Etsy. Someone gave us this, and it was one of the best gifts. We used it all the time. It is so great, you guys. And when we move to our new house, we've not gotten one yet. And we keep saying every time, especially Christmas cards. I'm like, shoot, I wish I had our stamp. It makes it so easy. And again, it's a really thoughtful gift. All right, before I continue, I want to tell you about one of our

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Starting point is 00:04:16 All right, back to our list. We have number nine, a rollaway puzzle mat. It's $24 on Uncommon Goods.com. And this is so great. I love puzzles. And again, storing them and all of it can be kind of difficult. So when you're cleaning or needing to move things around, sometimes the puzzle's just right there. And I think this is a really creative gift.

Starting point is 00:04:36 I love this one. All right. Number 10, we're going to get really practical. A fire extinguisher, $22 at Home Depot. And you're thinking, really? But listen, I mean, I think it's a great thing. So a video on Instagram of Taylor Swift using one recently in her kitchen. And I thought, I think we should all be that safe.

Starting point is 00:04:56 So if your friends don't have one, they probably don't. It's not something you think about. I think it's a great idea for a gift. All right, number 11, Mrs. Myers' cleaning trio. It's $22 on Amazon, and everyone just loves the basics, right? You're starting off with, you know, a cleaning starter kit. It's cute, smells good, really easy, and it's going to be used. Number 12, a vintage-style cappuccino mug.

Starting point is 00:05:18 So these are $20 on Amazon, and they're really pretty. They're really cute, you know, multiple mugs right there. And, again, if your friend loves coffee, I think it's a really thoughtful gift. All right, number 13, bone momon gift box. I don't know if I said that right, but it's $22. And if you really love fruit preservatives or your friend does, this is a really great package. This is not sponsored.

Starting point is 00:05:43 But again, English muffins, a pack of that. I think it's a really great gift. Number 14, utensil and tablet holder, $20 on Amazon. So it's not just pretty, but it also keeps your phone and your tablets propped up. So if you are cooking recipes and you're needing like your screen there, it's really convenient. Number 15. Questions for Humans Conversation Cards, $18 on Ramsey Solutions.com. My friend, Dr. John Deloney, created these and they're great, you guys. They're great just to have out.

Starting point is 00:06:12 And if you have friends over, they're fun to play. It's just some conversation starters, some great, interesting, creative questions to ask a group of friends. It's a great gift. Number 16, a personalized soft cover photo book. So this is $15. And it's a really cute customized photo book, and it's great to capture memories with. And you can put it on display on their new coffee table. Again, it'll take some time and effort on that one, but it's really cute.

Starting point is 00:06:39 Number 17, Beauty by Earth Shower Steemers Aromatherapy Pack. It's $19 on Amazon. And, you know, you're exhausted from moving, your friends. You're like, you're so tired. Here's these aromatherapy shower steamers that are great. great to unwind, relax, and people use that kind of stuff. Number 18, the cheese board deck, $20 on Williams-Sonoma. And again, who doesn't love a snack board? And it kind of gives guides for every meal, some ingredients and spreads. It's awesome. Number 19, a USA 50 State dish towel. It's $18

Starting point is 00:07:17 on Amanda Klein Company.com. And here in the South, decorative dish towels, they're kind of like a thing. and I think it's cute because you can get like the specific states that they're moving from or two as a housewarming gift. Again, it's kind of those thoughtful things that are sweet. Number 20, City Lights, 1,000 piece puzzle, $17 on Amazon. Great gift. I love puzzles. And I think it's a great gift, especially if they have kids and they're wanting to do something, you know, fun on a weekends. They'll have that puzzle from you. Number 21, you grow girl, three piece gardening kits, $22 on Amazon. So gardening has been a thing. So if you need a starter kit or they need a starter kit, it's great for gardening. So I think those things are fun. Now again, all of these options were

Starting point is 00:08:05 very budget friendly, very creative. Some of your friends would hate some of those. Some of them will love some of them. So know your friends. And here's the thing. To be thoughtful and intentional in life, you don't have to spend a lot of money. And I think it's sweet because it's thoughtful. You're celebrating your friends big moments in life and having people cheering you on along the way and that are there to support you, I think is what really matters. So again, whether you're cooking or you're decorating aromatherapies, whatever it is, you can have some great gifts that are budget-friendly. And if you want to know more ways to keep shopping budget-friendly, make sure to check out my video on nine one-time purchases that will actually save you money in the long run.

Starting point is 00:08:47 All right, you guys, remember to take control of your money and create you. a life you love.

The Rachel Cruze Show - 21 Budget-Friendly Housewarming Gifts They’ll Love

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