It's customary for a new homeowner to throw a party after his or her recent move. While you'll be excited to tour the new abode and enjoy drinks and food, you should also consider bringing a thoughtful gift for the host. When considering a gift, you should first consider the nature of the homeowner. A first-timer might need the basics: small kitchen appliances, decorative dishware, towels, bed sheets, etc. A well-established homeowner will most likely have all of the necessities. So what do you do? Gift ideas for first-time homeowners: pots and pans plates, bowls, silverware spice rack kitchen and bath towels neutral-colored bed sheets and pillow cases cookbooks local travel guides or newspaper subscription universal remote answering machine outdoor equipment (rake, shovel, garden tools) gift certificate to local home improvement store Gift ideas for established homeowners: candles flowers vase house plants indoor herb garden food gift baskets wine/cheese gift baskets gift certificate to a local restaurant tickets to a local sporting event wash basin filled with cleaning accessories bookends Interested in going green with your gift? Check out this article at HubPages for ideas!